Pure and Simple Bible

By Jonathan EdwardsReligion & Spirituality

Pure and Simple Bible episodes

October 12 338 | Genuine Faith is Hearing and Doing
Join Jonathan as we process the next lesson in a James workbook prototype entitled Genuine Faith Under Fire. In James 1:19-26, we are challenged to hear God's word while humbly receiving it and faithfully obeying it. Look for the images of implanted seed, a mirror, and a law of liberty, showing us both the gift we've received and the responsibility we bear. Watch out for the self-deception and forgetfulness of hearing without doing. Join us as we examine what it means to be not merely hearers of the word, but doers who are blessed in their obedience.
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42 min
October 04 337 | A Love Letter to Valley Parkway
This is a special episode of heartfelt reflection with gratitude, hope, and entrusting a church's next chapter to Jesus. After nearly two decades of ministry at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ, Jonathan preached his final sermon as the evangelist for the congregation. In this episode, he reflects on the people, memories, dreams, and faith that have shaped the congregation. Drawing from Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:14–16, this was both a farewell and a call to action for the next chapter: our shining light as the reflection of Jesus; the source of light is the Christ; and the church’s work is commended and entrusted to the beloved Christ followers at Valley Parkway.
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(1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible.
(2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.
40 min
September 21 336 | Take Every Thought Captive: part 2 of 2 (with Marcus Mathis)
(2 of 2) What does Paul mean when he tells the Corinthians (and us) to take every thought captive? Join special guest Marcus Mathis and Jonathan as they process and break down this Scripture. Behind the verse are some very practical steps for believers to overcome sin, mental health struggles, and personal identity issues. You don't want to miss this conversation!
33 min
September 14 335 | Take Every Thought Captive: part 1 of 2 (with Marcus Mathis)
(1 of 2) What does Paul mean when he tells the Corinthians (and us) to take every thought captive? Join special guest Marcus Mathis and Jonathan as they process and break down this Scripture. Behind the verse are some very practical steps for believers to overcome sin, mental health struggles, and personal identity issues. You don't want to miss this conversation!
38 min
August 24 334 | The Three Godly P's of John The Baptist: part 2 of 2 (with Jacob McKinney)
(2 of 2) John the Baptizer's godly purpose, preaching, and perspective always elevated Jesus as the Christ. As a result, John would lose his freedom, popularity, and eventually his life. But how would John look at such a sacrifice? And what should we think about when we observe John's mission and calling?
Join guest Jacob McKinney and host Jonathan Edwards as they discuss the three godly P's (purpose, preaching and perspective) of John the Baptist.
41 min
August 17 333 | The Three Godly P's of John the Baptist: 1 of 2 (with Jacob McKinney)
(1 of 2) John the Baptizer's godly purpose, preaching, and perspective always elevated Jesus as the Christ. As a result, John would lose his freedom, popularity, and eventually his life. But how would John look at such a sacrifice? And what should we think about when we observe John's mission and calling?
Join guest Jacob McKinney and host Jonathan Edwards as they discuss the three godly P's (purpose, preaching and perspective) of John the Baptist.
44 min
August 10 332 | The Parable of the Shrewd Manager: part 2 of 2 (with Shaun Wackerly)
(2 of 2) The Parable of the Shrewd Manager was told by Jesus in Luke 16:1-13. It is one of the most difficult parables to understand. Its meaning has been disputed by scholars. How could the unrighteous behavior of the main character serve as our example? What does it mean to be shrewd anyway? And what lessons can we learn from this shred manager? Join guest Shaun Wackerly and host Jonathan Edwards as they discuss the parable together.
30 min
August 02 331 | The Parable of the Shrewd Manager: part 1 of 2 (with Shaun Wackerly)
(1 of 2) The Parable of the Shrewd Manager was told by Jesus in Luke 16:1-13. It is one of the most difficult parables to understand. Its meaning has been disputed by scholars. How could the unrighteous behavior of the main character serve as our example? What does it mean to be shrewd anyway? And what lessons can we learn from this shred manager? Join guest Shaun Wackerly and host Jonathan Edwards as they discuss the parable together.
36 min
July 27 330 | Do the Gospels Contradict: part 2 of 2 (with Bryce Whittaker)
(2 of 2) Do the gospel accounts contradict each other? What do we do when Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John mention a narrative in a different order or with different details? What actually is a contradiction?
These questions and others are addressed by guest Bryce Whittaker and host Jonathan Edwards. Join us for a two part series answering alleged gospel contradictions in a pure and simple way.
28 min
July 19 329 | Do the Gospels Contradict: part 1 of 2 (with Bryce Whittaker)
Do the gospel accounts contradict each other? What do we do when Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John mention a narrative in a different order or with different details? What actually is a contradiction?
These questions and others are addressed by guest Bryce Whittaker and host Jonathan Edwards. Join us for a two part series answering alleged gospel contradictions in a pure and simple way.
36 min