The Bible Study

By Curt HarlowReligion & Spirituality

The Bible Study episodes

October 19 Praying From the Deep: Surrender in the Storm | Jonah 1:17–2:10
What can Jonah’s prayer from inside the fish teach us about suffering, surrender, and second chances? Curt and Brandon explore how God meets us in the depths, works through the consequences of our choices, and invites us to pray honestly instead of running from Him.
40 min
October 12 God Can Use Your Mistakes: Sovereignty in the Storm | Jonah 1:7–16
Can God still accomplish something good through our worst decisions? Exploring Jonah 1:7–16, Dina examines God’s sovereignty in the storm, the sailors’ unexpected encounter with Him, and why our mistakes never place us beyond His grace or purposes.
18 min
October 05 When God Says Go: Running From Your Calling | Jonah 1:1–6
Why did Jonah run from God’s call to preach in Nineveh? Exploring Jonah 1:1–6, Curt, Morgan, and Wesley unpack Jonah’s fear, the shocking cruelty of the Assyrians, and God’s radical grace—even toward people we believe don’t deserve it.

46 min
October 05 Choosing What Matters Most: Making Time for Jesus | Luke 10:38–42
How can we hear from God when life is filled with distractions and responsibilities? Exploring the story of Mary and Martha, Curt talks with Brian and DeAnn Carpenter about slowing down, creating space to meet with Jesus, and choosing the one thing our souls need most.
36 min
September 21 Why Church Unity Matters | John 17 & Ephesians 2
Why was unity one of Jesus’ highest priorities for His followers? Exploring John 17 and Ephesians 2, Curt and Greg discuss how Christ tears down dividing walls, why spiritual maturity makes us harder to offend, and how a unified Church reveals Jesus to the world.
44 min
September 14 AI, Algorithms, and the Future of the Church | Romans 12:9–10
How is artificial intelligence changing our relationships, mental health, and spiritual formation? In this special episode, Carey Nieuwhof explains how the algorithm is discipling us—and why sincere, Christ-centered relationships may be the Church’s most important response.
40 min
September 07 Reset Your Relationship With God: Finding Him in Dry Seasons | Psalm 63
What do you do when God feels distant and your spiritual passion begins to fade? Exploring Psalm 63, Dina and Steve discuss seeking God in difficult seasons, remembering His faithfulness, practicing gratitude, and trusting that He is holding on to us.
39 min
August 31 Reset Your Family: Passing Faith to the Next Generation | Deuteronomy 6:4–9
How can we help our children develop a lasting faith without making it feel forced? Exploring Deuteronomy 6:4–9, Curt, Dina, and Kevin discuss practical ways to make God part of everyday family life and trust Him with the results.
47 min
August 24 Reset Your Mental Health: What to Do With Anxiety | Philippians 4:4–9
What does the Bible really teach about anxiety, depression, and mental health? Exploring Philippians 4:4–9, Kurt and Cameron discuss seeking help without shame, bringing our anxiety to God, and practicing joy, prayer, gratitude, and gentleness in difficult seasons.
43 min
August 17 Reset Your Relationships: What Christians Put On | Colossians 3:12–17
What does it look like to reset our relationships according to Scripture? Exploring Colossians 3:12–17, Kurt and Kevin discuss how God’s grace enables us to put on compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, patience, forgiveness, and love.
43 min

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Straightforward and content-rich, this is your go-to resource for learning the Bible—verse by verse, chapter by chapter, and book by book. Hosted by Bayside Pastor Curt Harlow and our resident…