Working with the Word

Before His arrest Jesus spent a few hours in intimate conversation with his closest followers, preparing them for what was to come. This conference is unique to John's gospel and, with a mix of both sorrow and hope, is filled with encouragement and instruction. In this episode we read through and summarize these five chapters to see them as a whole. What was on Jesus' heart? What did he want His disciples to know and do? 

Resource Credits 

The Christian Standard Bible

Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

This episode's topic comes from a question submitted by a listener. Tiffany asked, "Did Jacob really wrestle with God in Genesis 32? If so, why does Scripture later say that no man has seen God and lived?" What a great question! Let talk about how we can reconcile these two ideas and how they point us to Jesus. 

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

Doy Moyer helps us think through using our minds and hearts well as we read the Bible. How do we read Scripture with the singular purpose of knowing and drawing near to God? Why is recognizing God's authority fundamentally implied in our reading and study of the Bible? How do we maintain an open mind and heart while reading God's word, without allowing our presuppositions to impose our own ideas onto the text? 

Read More of Doy Moyer's Writings

You can find his published books at MoyerPress.com

You can follow his blog at SearchingDaily.com

Resources Mentioned 

Reading Backwards by Richard Hays 

Echoes of Scripture in the Gospels by Richard Hays 

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"Celestial Discovery" by John Tadlock 

"Computer Bounce" by Geographer 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

Jesus has repeatedly said, "it's not time yet" - until now. Finally, Jesus says "my hour has come." But why now? What began this countdown to Jesus' final and most important work? It may not be what you expect. As Jesus ends His public ministry, John 12 shows us several events and conversations that explain the significance of what Jesus is about to do. 

Resource Credits 

The Christian Standard Bible

Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

In a climactic moment of His ministry, Jesus overcame the greatest crisis humanity has ever faced - death. From the very beginning Jesus has claimed to bring "eternal life," so Jesus raised Lazarus to provide powerful proof of His life-giving power. Yet this amazing miracle also plays into God's plan for Jesus to be rejected and ultimately killed Himself. 

Resource Credits 

The Christian Standard Bible

Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

This chapter is filled with rich instruction and illustration. Jesus is the gate. Jesus is the good shepherd. Jesus' enemies are the thieves. Jesus' disciples are the sheep. But what do all these figures mean? What do they communicate about our relationship with God? And how did Jesus' teaching here further divide the crowds? 

Resource Credits 

The Christian Standard Bible

Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

Jesus' sixth sign, giving sight to the man born blind, is about much more than opening his physical eyes - it's about opening the eyes of his heart to see Jesus. Ironically, this miracle results in the Pharisees' hardheartedness and blindness to the truth. In this chapter, we as the readers, also undergo an eye exam to evaluate how well we "see" Jesus. 

Resource Credits 

The Christian Standard Bible

Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

Things begin to get tense between Jesus and the Jews. In this episode we introduce and read through the next major section of John where we find Jesus in the midst of an intensifying conflict. But there's also a major breakthrough where Jesus says "My hour has come" - what is He talking about? What caused these conflicts, and where are they ultimately going to lead? 

Resource Credits 

The Christian Standard Bible

Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used by permission. Christian Standard Bible® and CSB® are federally registered trademarks of Holman Bible Publishers

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

Many of our Bible studies are done in a group setting, whether in a church Bible class or small group study in a home. While offering a different dynamic than individual Bible study, studying with others in this setting is just as essential. What makes a good (or bad) Bible class? How do we make the best of these times, whether we're the teacher or student? Marty Broadwell shares advice from years of experience teaching teachers to teach. 

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"New Year" by Bad Snacks 

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock 

Our "Bible Study in Relationships" series continues in a conversation about teaching our families, especially our children, God's story. Eddie and Hannah Jinks have 3 children of their own (plus one on the way) and help us think through our priorities and planning. How do we as parents prepare our own hearts first? How do moms and dads work as a team? What are some tools that can help us along the way? 

Resource Mentioned 

Mommy and Me Bible Class

Creation to Revelation

Music Credits 

"Faith" by Vibe Tracks 

"Skyfall, City of Dreams" by John Tadlock 

"Cafe Terrace at Night" by John Tadlock

"The Starry Night" by John Tadlock