In this episode we ask ourselves a searching question that could reveal where we need to humble ourselves and possibly experience some healing.Scriptures used:Proverbs 26:3-11Proverbs 17:10Proverbs 9:7-9Proverbs 1:7Proverbs 18:2Proverbs 10:23Proverbs 29:9Proverbs 14:7Proverbs 13:20Ecclesiastes 7:9Proverbs 12:16Proverbs 23:9Ecclesiastes 4:13Proverbs 14:16Proverbs 27:22Matthew 7:24-27Proverbs 26:12Romans 12:16Proverbs 12:15Proverbs 27:5-6James 4:61 Peter 5:5Matthew 23:12Matthew 11:281 John 1:9Romans 8:1John 1:14Numbers 6:24-26Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we ask ourselves a searching question that could reveal where we need to humble ourselves and possibly experience some healing. Scriptures used: Proverbs 26:3-11 Proverbs 17:10 Proverbs 9:7-9 Proverbs 1:7 Proverbs 18:2 Proverbs 10:23 Proverbs 29:9 Proverbs 14:7 Proverbs 13:20 Ecclesiastes 7:9 Proverbs 12:16 Proverbs 23:9 Ecclesiastes 4:13 Proverbs 14:16 Proverbs 27:22 Matthew 7:24-27 Proverbs 26:12 Romans 12:16 Proverbs 12:15 Proverbs 27:5-6 James 4:6 1 Peter 5:5 Matthew 23:12 Matthew 11:28 1 John 1:9 Romans 8:1 John 1:14 Numbers 6:24-26<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

67. Are we teachable?

In this episode we talk about the importance of trusting God's timing and not taking matters into our own hands.Quote used: "The monogamy ideal of original creation is lost, surprisingly in an attempt to 'help' God!" (Free Bible Commentary)"God's will, God's way, and in God's timing (Andy Stanley)Scriptures referenced:Psalm 56:3Genesis 12:1-5Genesis 15:1-6Genesis 16:1-16Genesis 17:1-5, 15-21Genesis 21:1-7Hebrews 11:8-12James 1:5-6Proverbs 12:15Psalm 27:14Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we talk about the importance of trusting God's timing and not taking matters into our own hands. Quote used: "The monogamy ideal of original creation is lost, surprisingly in an attempt to 'help' God!" (Free Bible Commentary) "God's will, God's way, and in God's timing (Andy Stanley) Scriptures referenced: Psalm 56:3 Genesis 12:1-5 Genesis 15:1-6 Genesis 16:1-16 Genesis 17:1-5, 15-21 Genesis 21:1-7 Hebrews 11:8-12 James 1:5-6 Proverbs 12:15 Psalm 27:14<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

66. Isaacs or Ishmaels?

Today we discuss the importance of paying close attention to the things that the Lord reveals to us and not forgetting them.Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, Part 1Click HERE to find the Experiencing God Bible Study.Quotes used in this episode:"When the disciples were with Him alone, they asked Him why He spoke in parables. He explained to them that only those with receptive hearts were permitted to know the mystery of the kingdom of God. A mystery in the NT is a truth hitherto unknown that can only be know through special revelation." (William MacDonald -- Believer's Bible Commentary)“Divine truth is not something we 'discover;' it is revealed by the Holy Spirit of God. As such, no other reality in the Christian life is as important as being filled with the Spirit.” (Henry Blackaby -- Experiencing the Spirit: The Power of Pentecost Every Day)"Have you ever received a word from the Lord that gave you the exact direction you needed? If so, let me guess what happened next. Suddenly - BOOM! It seemed like all hell broke loose! The craziest circumstances erupted, seeming to directly challenge and assault that word you had just received from God! If I've just described what you've gone through or what you are going through right now, be encouraged! You must be right on track! A spiritual fight usually does occur when you've been specially illuminated to the plan God has for your life...If you have been in this place I'm talking about - or if this is exactly where you are right now - then be encouraged! This is probably your clearest signal that you've received a real word from the Lord. You must be right on track, because the devil is terribly concerned about what will happen if you act on what God has revealed to you. Don't back down. Don't surrender to the enemy's vicious lies in your mind, his attacks against your body, his challenges to your finances, or his assaults on your relationships. Regardless of how much resistance he tries to bring against you, don't you dare back up on that word God gave you! If you hadn't received a true word from the Lord, there would be nothing for the devil to challenge! The fight you face is the greatest evidence you're right on track! Just hang on, and don't give up! You're clearly headed in the right direction!" (Rick Renner -- Sparkling Gems from the Greek 1)Scriptures referenced:Mark 4:21-25Mark 4:1-20Luke 8:15Psalm 119:130John 10:27Luke 8:16-18James 1:22-251 Peter 5:8Ephesians 6:12Numbers 6:24-26Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Today we discuss the importance of paying close attention to the things that the Lord reveals to us and not forgetting them. Other episodes referenced in this one: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/5699140" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, Part 1</a> Click <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-God-30th-Anniversary-Bible/dp/1087741688/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3H7543WI9XG&amp;keywords=experiencing+god+by+henry+blackaby&amp;qid=1688053402&amp;sprefix=experienc%2Caps%2C111&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> to find the Experiencing God Bible Study. Quotes used in this episode: "When the disciples were with Him alone, they asked Him why He spoke in parables. He explained to them that only those with receptive hearts were permitted to know the mystery of the kingdom of God. A mystery in the NT is a truth hitherto unknown that can only be know through special revelation." (William MacDonald -- Believer's Bible Commentary) “Divine truth is not something we 'discover;' it is revealed by the Holy Spirit of God. As such, no other reality in the Christian life is as important as being filled with the Spirit.” (Henry Blackaby -- Experiencing the Spirit: The Power of Pentecost Every Day) "Have you ever received a word from the Lord that gave you the exact direction you needed? If so, let me guess what happened next. Suddenly - BOOM! It seemed like all hell broke loose! The craziest circumstances erupted, seeming to directly challenge and assault that word you had just received from God! If I've just described what you've gone through or what you are going through right now, be encouraged! You must be right on track! A spiritual fight usually does occur when you've been specially illuminated to the plan God has for your life...If you have been in this place I'm talking about - or if this is exactly where you are right now - then be encouraged! This is probably your clearest signal that you've received a real word from the Lord. You must be right on track, because the devil is terribly concerned about what will happen if you act on what God has revealed to you. Don't back down. Don't surrender to the enemy's vicious lies in your mind, his attacks against your body, his challenges to your finances, or his assaults on your relationships. Regardless of how much resistance he tries to bring against you, don't you dare back up on that word God gave you! If you hadn't received a true word from the Lord, there would be nothing for the devil to challenge! The fight you face is the greatest evidence you're right on track! Just hang on, and don't give up! You're clearly headed in the right direction!" (Rick Renner -- Sparkling Gems from the Greek 1) Scriptures referenced: Mark 4:21-25 Mark 4:1-20 Luke 8:15 Psalm 119:130 John 10:27 Luke 8:16-18 James 1:22-25 1 Peter 5:8 Ephesians 6:12 Numbers 6:24-26<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

65. Pay attention! Hearken! Don't forget!

Today we talk about the importance of having a right view of God and living our lives in continual awareness of His presence and love.Other episodes mentioned in this one:Episode 24: The GospelThis episode is named after this song. I would encourage you to listen to it and specifically note the chorus in light of our discussion today. Here is another song about how amazing the Lord's heart towards us is. This second song is also relevant to the Brother Lawrence quote I read.Quotes from today:“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.”  (A.W. Tozer)"Brother Lawrence felt it was a great delusion to think that the times of prayer ought to differ from the other times." (The Practice of the Presence of God)"My King is full of mercy and goodness. Far from chastising me, He embraces me with love. He makes me eat at His table. He serves me with His own hand and gives me the key to His treasures. He converses and delights Himself with me incessantly in a thousand and a thousand ways. And He treats me in all respects as His favorite." (The Practice of the Presence of God)Scriptures referenced:John 14:9Matthew 11:28-30Matthew 5:3John 3:16John 1:12-13Galatians 4:4-7Hebrews 12:3-13Proverbs 13:24Proverbs 29:15Romans 8:1Mark 10:13-16Psalm 139:1-12Hebrews 13:5Psalm 23:1-3aPsalm 23:6John 14:151 John 4:19Psalm 16:11Psalm 27:8Psalm 16:81 Thessalonians 5:172 Corinthians 12:8-9Proverbs 12:15John 16:33Acts 17:24-25Romans 6:23Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Today we talk about the importance of having a right view of God and living our lives in continual awareness of His presence and love. Other episodes mentioned in this one: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/9396699" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 24: The Gospel</a> This episode is named after <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s1691J96_xc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">this song</a>. I would encourage you to listen to it and specifically note the chorus in light of our discussion today. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyaPkgOC01I" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Here is another song</a> about how amazing the Lord's heart towards us is. This second song is also relevant to the Brother Lawrence quote I read. Quotes from today: “What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.”  (A.W. Tozer) "Brother Lawrence felt it was a great delusion to think that the times of prayer ought to differ from the other times." (The Practice of the Presence of God) "My King is full of mercy and goodness. Far from chastising me, He embraces me with love. He makes me eat at His table. He serves me with His own hand and gives me the key to His treasures. He converses and delights Himself with me incessantly in a thousand and a thousand ways. And He treats me in all respects as His favorite." (The Practice of the Presence of God) Scriptures referenced: John 14:9 Matthew 11:28-30 Matthew 5:3 John 3:16 John 1:12-13 Galatians 4:4-7 Hebrews 12:3-13 Proverbs 13:24 Proverbs 29:15 Romans 8:1 Mark 10:13-16 Psalm 139:1-12 Hebrews 13:5 Psalm 23:1-3a Psalm 23:6 John 14:15 1 John 4:19 Psalm 16:11 Psalm 27:8 Psalm 16:8 1 Thessalonians 5:17 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 Proverbs 12:15 John 16:33 Acts 17:24-25 Romans 6:23 <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

64. And He walks with me, and He talks with me...

In this episode we discuss the vital importance of being honest and transparent in our relationship with the Lord and opening up all of our hearts to Him, even the parts where we are confused, discouraged, frustrated, etc. We discuss how all of this can actually serve to deepen our relationship with Jesus.Other episodes mentioned in this one:Episode 62: Trust the Lord, not the meansScriptures referenced:Matthew 7:28-29Luke 10:38-42Matthew 8:5-13Job 42:7-9Proverbs 13:12aPsalm 10:1Psalm 10:17-18Psalm 13:1-6Psalm 139:4John 17:3Psalm 62:8Numbers 11:4-17Jonah 4Matthew 11:28Romans 5:8John 3:16Luke 15:3-7Isaiah 40:11Genesis 32:24-30Luke 11:5-13Luke 18:1-8Psalm 107:6Psalm 138:3Romans 8:12 Corinthians 12:8-91 Thessalonians 5:16-18James 1:2-42 Corinthians 1:3-4Psalm 27:13-14Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we discuss the vital importance of being honest and transparent in our relationship with the Lord and opening up all of our hearts to Him, even the parts where we are confused, discouraged, frustrated, etc. We discuss how all of this can actually serve to deepen our relationship with Jesus. Other episodes mentioned in this one: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12815512" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 62: Trust the Lord, not the means</a> Scriptures referenced: Matthew 7:28-29 Luke 10:38-42 Matthew 8:5-13 Job 42:7-9 Proverbs 13:12a Psalm 10:1 Psalm 10:17-18 Psalm 13:1-6 Psalm 139:4 John 17:3 Psalm 62:8 Numbers 11:4-17 Jonah 4 Matthew 11:28 Romans 5:8 John 3:16 Luke 15:3-7 Isaiah 40:11 Genesis 32:24-30 Luke 11:5-13 Luke 18:1-8 Psalm 107:6 Psalm 138:3 Romans 8:1 2 Corinthians 12:8-9 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 James 1:2-4 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Psalm 27:13-14<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

63. Take it to the Lord

In this episode we talk about guarding against placing our trust just in the means by which God speaks to us and moves in our lives instead of in God Himself. It can be easy to put our hope in a method or formula, but we must remember that it is God who worked through those things in the first place, and our hope must always remain in Him and not in the methods by which He worked.You can find the book that I mentioned HERE.Scriptures used:1 Samuel 4:1-4Exodus 25:21-22Psalm 139:7-10Joshua 3:14-17Joshua 6:1-71 Samuel 4:5-91 Samuel 4:10-111 Kings 181 Samuel 5Psalm 46:1Psalm 91:4Psalm 34:18Psalm 30:11Proverbs 3:5-6Psalm 127:1Proverbs 21:31Psalm 33:16-19Psalm 44:5-6Psalm 121:1-2Psalm 62:5-6Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we talk about guarding against placing our trust just in the means by which God speaks to us and moves in our lives instead of in God Himself. It can be easy to put our hope in a method or formula, but we must remember that it is God who worked through those things in the first place, and our hope must always remain in Him and not in the methods by which He worked. You can find the book that I mentioned <a href="https://www.amazon.com/God-Contest-Elijah-Greatest-Victory/dp/1784984787/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+God+contest&amp;qid=1683652573&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Scriptures used: 1 Samuel 4:1-4 Exodus 25:21-22 Psalm 139:7-10 Joshua 3:14-17 Joshua 6:1-7 1 Samuel 4:5-9 1 Samuel 4:10-11 1 Kings 18 1 Samuel 5 Psalm 46:1 Psalm 91:4 Psalm 34:18 Psalm 30:11 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 127:1 Proverbs 21:31 Psalm 33:16-19 Psalm 44:5-6 Psalm 121:1-2 Psalm 62:5-6<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

62. Trust the Lord, not the means

In this episode we talk about the need of transparent and vulnerable community and asking others to carry us to Jesus in prayer.Scriptures referenced:Mark 2:1-12Mark 1:351 Corinthians 12:12-27John 13:34-35John 13:13-17Galatians 6:2Romans 12:15James 5:16James 4:6Matthew 23:12Philippians 2:5-11Matthew 7:7Hebrews 4:162 Corinthians 1:3-11Ephesians 6:18-20**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**When I said that we should publicly acknowledge that we don't have it all together, I didn't mean sharing our struggles indiscriminately. I meant sharing it with someone, and simply by bringing another person into the scenario, we have made it "public" as opposed to it simply being a private battle that no one knows about. Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we talk about the need of transparent and vulnerable community and asking others to carry us to Jesus in prayer. Scriptures referenced: Mark 2:1-12 Mark 1:35 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 John 13:34-35 John 13:13-17 Galatians 6:2 Romans 12:15 James 5:16 James 4:6 Matthew 23:12 Philippians 2:5-11 Matthew 7:7 Hebrews 4:16 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 Ephesians 6:18-20 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** When I said that we should publicly acknowledge that we don't have it all together, I didn't mean sharing our struggles indiscriminately. I meant sharing it with someone, and simply by bringing another person into the scenario, we have made it "public" as opposed to it simply being a private battle that no one knows about. <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

61. Who's carrying you to Jesus?

In this episode we talk about how to be right with God, and we also discuss the peril of what has been called "easy believism".Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 21: "I never knew you"Episode 24: The GospelEpisode 48: Five loaves and two fishEpisode 49: If we don't control our thoughts, they will control usYou can find the book Gentle and Lowly HERE.Scriptures referenced:John 6:28Here is where the feeding of the 5,000 can be found in each Gospel account: Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15John 6:14Deuteronomy 18:15John 6:15John 6:22-29John 1:12-13John 3:16Romans 1:16-17Romans 10:41 John 5:131 John 3:23Acts 16:30-31Romans 3:23Romans 6:232 Corinthians 5:21Ephesians 2:8-9Romans 8:38-39Matthew 22:37-40John 14:152 Corinthians 5:14-152 Corinthians 5:17James 2:17Ephesians 2:10Matthew 5:14-16Romans 6:1-2Matthew 11:28-30John 17:3Matthew 7:21-23Hebrews 12:3-13John 6:30-40Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we talk about how to be right with God, and we also discuss the peril of what has been called "easy believism". Other episodes referenced in this one: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/8980501" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 21: "I never knew you"</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/9396699" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 24: The Gospel</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/11395236" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 48: Five loaves and two fish</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/11494604" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 49: If we don't control our thoughts, they will control us</a> You can find the book Gentle and Lowly <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Gentle-Lowly-Christ-Sinners-Sufferers/dp/1433566133/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GUZ1CDIG1NYX&amp;keywords=gentle+and+lowly+by+dane+ortlund&amp;qid=1681234662&amp;sprefix=gentle+and+lowly%2Caps%2C97&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Scriptures referenced: John 6:28 Here is where the feeding of the 5,000 can be found in each Gospel account: Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15 John 6:14 Deuteronomy 18:15 John 6:15 John 6:22-29 John 1:12-13 John 3:16 Romans 1:16-17 Romans 10:4 1 John 5:13 1 John 3:23 Acts 16:30-31 Romans 3:23 Romans 6:23 2 Corinthians 5:21 Ephesians 2:8-9 Romans 8:38-39 Matthew 22:37-40 John 14:15 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 2 Corinthians 5:17 James 2:17 Ephesians 2:10 Matthew 5:14-16 Romans 6:1-2 Matthew 11:28-30 John 17:3 Matthew 7:21-23 Hebrews 12:3-13 John 6:30-40<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

60. The work of God

In this episode we return to the topic of our thoughts and the emotions that flow from them. We see how our minds are like raging rivers that can sweep us away or can be harnessed and used biblically and constructively.Other episodes referenced in this one:7. Meditating on the Scriptures, part 126. Taking thoughts captive 10133. Do not be anxious44. The renewal of our minds49. If we don't control our thoughts, they will control us54. How to respond to pressure and stress57. It's all about knowing HimScriptures used:Matthew 4:42 Timothy 3:16Isaiah 26:3Philippians 4:6-9Romans 12:1-2Matthew 6:34Psalm 119:92Psalm 42:11Psalm 27:13-14Psalm 62:5-6Psalm 56:3-4Psalm 1:1-3Psalm 119:18Proverbs 15:23Isaiah 50:4**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**When I quoted Matthew 4:4 I said, "Man does not live by bread alone..." The actual quote is "Man shall not live by bread alone..." Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we return to the topic of our thoughts and the emotions that flow from them. We see how our minds are like raging rivers that can sweep us away or can be harnessed and used biblically and constructively. Other episodes referenced in this one: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/5699140" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">7. Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/9485833" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">26. Taking thoughts captive 101</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/10123327" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">33. Do not be anxious</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/11107611" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">44. The renewal of our minds</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/11494604" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">49. If we don't control our thoughts, they will control us</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12061700" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">54. How to respond to pressure and stress</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12313267" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">57. It's all about knowing Him</a> Scriptures used: Matthew 4:4 2 Timothy 3:16 Isaiah 26:3 Philippians 4:6-9 Romans 12:1-2 Matthew 6:34 Psalm 119:92 Psalm 42:11 Psalm 27:13-14 Psalm 62:5-6 Psalm 56:3-4 Psalm 1:1-3 Psalm 119:18 Proverbs 15:23 Isaiah 50:4 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** When I quoted Matthew 4:4 I said, "Man does not live by bread alone..." The actual quote is "Man shall not live by bread alone..." <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

59. More thoughts on thoughts

Today we talk about broadening our view of what God may be doing in our lives because we may be missing it by having too narrow a view.Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 50: The Lord knows bestEpisode 55: Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 1Episode 56: Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 2 Check out the Experiencing God Bible study.Scriptures referenced: John 5:1-19Romans 12:2Mark 3:1-6Matthew 4:23-24Matthew 13:58James 4:1-31 John 5:14-15Matthew 7:7-11Jeremiah 42:1-7James 1:5-6James 1:17Numbers 6:24-26 **CLARIFICATIONS** When I made the statement about the Lord being able to supernaturally heal apart from surgery, that was not a statement against surgery. Sometimes the Lord heals through surgery. Sometimes He heals supernaturally. Getting surgery is not some sort of failure. My point was simply to say that we should guard against having super restricted ideas of how something can happen.I said healing and restoring is what Jesus did. I would like to amend that to say that healing and restoring is what He does. Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Today we talk about broadening our view of what God may be doing in our lives because we may be missing it by having too narrow a view. Other episodes referenced in this one: <ul><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/11565125" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 50: The Lord knows best</a></li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12154433" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 55: Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 1</a></li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12252902" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 56: Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 2</a></li></ul> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-God-30th-Anniversary-Bible/dp/1087741688/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HMG9MD3UFYNI&amp;keywords=experiencing+god+by+henry+blackaby&amp;qid=1678299101&amp;sprefix=expe%2Caps%2C115&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out the Experiencing God Bible study.</a> Scriptures referenced: <ul><li>John 5:1-19</li><li>Romans 12:2</li><li>Mark 3:1-6</li><li>Matthew 4:23-24</li><li>Matthew 13:58</li><li>James 4:1-3</li><li>1 John 5:14-15</li><li>Matthew 7:7-11</li><li>Jeremiah 42:1-7</li><li>James 1:5-6</li><li>James 1:17</li><li>Numbers 6:24-26</li></ul> **CLARIFICATIONS** <ul><li>When I made the statement about the Lord being able to supernaturally heal apart from surgery, that was not a statement against surgery. Sometimes the Lord heals through surgery. Sometimes He heals supernaturally. Getting surgery is not some sort of failure. My point was simply to say that we should guard against having super restricted ideas of how something can happen.</li><li>I said healing and restoring is what Jesus did. I would like to amend that to say that healing and restoring is what He does.</li></ul> <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

58. Not limiting God

Everything we discuss on this podcast is in some way connected to the Scriptures and will hopefully encourage you with your walk with the Lord.

Reading the Bible is not an academic exercise, but an investment in a relationship. Today we talk about how the main objective in the entire Christian life is to know Jesus. If we miss the relational component of our walks with Him, then we miss everything.Episodes referenced in this one:Episode 4: Brief overview of the Old TestamentEpisode 24: The GospelScriptures used in this episode:John 17:3Jeremiah 22:8-9Ezekiel 33:10-112 Peter 3:9Ezekiel 18:32Ezekiel 18:23Romans 6:23Ezekiel 18:4Jonah 1:1-3aJonah 3:1-10Jonah 4:1-4, 11Matthew 23:12Luke 15:17-24John 1:14Philippians 2:12-13Matthew 11:28Ezekiel 34:1-6, 15-16John 10:112 Corinthians 3:17-18John 14:8-9Hebrews 1:1-3**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**When quoting John 10:11, I accidentally omitted the second occurrence of the word "good". Here is the actual Scripture: " I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Reading the Bible is not an academic exercise, but an investment in a relationship. Today we talk about how the main objective in the entire Christian life is to know Jesus. If we miss the relational component of our walks with Him, then we miss everything. Episodes referenced in this one: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/4568825" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 4: Brief overview of the Old Testament</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/9396699" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 24: The Gospel</a> Scriptures used in this episode: John 17:3 Jeremiah 22:8-9 Ezekiel 33:10-11 2 Peter 3:9 Ezekiel 18:32 Ezekiel 18:23 Romans 6:23 Ezekiel 18:4 Jonah 1:1-3a Jonah 3:1-10 Jonah 4:1-4, 11 Matthew 23:12 Luke 15:17-24 John 1:14 Philippians 2:12-13 Matthew 11:28 Ezekiel 34:1-6, 15-16 John 10:11 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 John 14:8-9 Hebrews 1:1-3 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** When quoting John 10:11, I accidentally omitted the second occurrence of the word "good". Here is the actual Scripture: " I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

57. It's all about knowing Him

Today we continue the conversation that we began in the previous episode about fighting against a victim mentality. Specifically, today we look at two things: a practical application and a caution.Episodes referenced:Episode 24: The GospelEpisode 55: Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 1Resources mentioned:The Jesus Storybook BibleExperiencing GodScriptures used/referenced:Galatians 6:7James 4:8Proverbs 12:15James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5Proverbs 6:6-11Proverbs 27:12Proverbs 19:3Genesis 3:1-7Proverbs 18:10John 14:15Matthew 4:1-11Romans 8:91 Corinthians 10:13Romans 5:8Ephesians 2:4-9Psalm 103:13-34Psalm 145:17Luke 6:35Revelation 20:11-15Matthew 5:44-45Psalm 27:13-14Matthew 7:7-11**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**I said there was a disconnect between what the person in the financial example was sowing and reaping. What I meant was that in their mind there is a disconnect because they couldn’t seem to see (or they refused to see) the connection.Proverbs 19:3 has an even broader application than just how I used it in this episode. For example, it could also refer to a person who was aware of the consequences of their actions and yet expected God to shield them from those consequences nonetheless. Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Today we continue the conversation that we began in the previous episode about fighting against a victim mentality. Specifically, today we look at two things: a practical application and a caution. Episodes referenced: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/9396699" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 24: The Gospel</a> <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12154433" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 55: Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 1</a> Resources mentioned: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Storybook-Bible-Every-Whispers/dp/0310708257/ref=sr_1_1?crid=14D3INKNL4MUC&amp;keywords=Jesus+storybook+bible&amp;qid=1676489062&amp;sprefix=jesus+storybook+bible%2Caps%2C101&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Jesus Storybook Bible</a> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Experiencing-God-30th-Anniversary-Bible/dp/1087741688/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HBEZ46DMNS62&amp;keywords=experiencing+god+by+henry+blackaby&amp;qid=1676489088&amp;sprefix=experi%2Caps%2C108&amp;sr=8-1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Experiencing God</a> Scriptures used/referenced: Galatians 6:7 James 4:8 Proverbs 12:15 James 4:6 and 1 Peter 5:5 Proverbs 6:6-11 Proverbs 27:12 Proverbs 19:3 Genesis 3:1-7 Proverbs 18:10 John 14:15 Matthew 4:1-11 Romans 8:9 1 Corinthians 10:13 Romans 5:8 Ephesians 2:4-9 Psalm 103:13-34 Psalm 145:17 Luke 6:35 Revelation 20:11-15 Matthew 5:44-45 Psalm 27:13-14 Matthew 7:7-11 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** I said there was a disconnect between what the person in the financial example was sowing and reaping. What I meant was that in their mind there is a disconnect because they couldn’t seem to see (or they refused to see) the connection. Proverbs 19:3 has an even broader application than just how I used it in this episode. For example, it could also refer to a person who was aware of the consequences of their actions and yet expected God to shield them from those consequences nonetheless. <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

56. Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 2

In this episode we discuss the subtlety and peril of having a victim mentality. It's something that we can all fall into if we're not paying attention, and, if we're not careful, such a mentality has the power to dominate our lives and color the way we see everything that happens around us.Other episodes mentioned in this one:Episode 12: His steadfast love endures foreverEpisode 54: How to respond to pressure and stressScriptures referenced:Psalm 107:6, 13, 19, 28Psalm 107:8, 15, 21, 31Psalm 138:3Romans 12:2Philippians 4:132 Peter 1:3-4Romans 8:11Joshua 6:261 Kings 16:341 Corinthians 13:11Romans 3:4Psalm 27Psalm 18:29Hebrews 13:5Psalm 107:11 Samuel 16:14Psalm 51:11John 14:16Psalm 20:7-8Matthew 26:63Hebrews 12:2Philippians 2:51 Corinthians 2:162 Chronicles 16:12Psalm 42:10-11Romans 8:37Romans 8:31Romans 8:28-29Philippians 4:6-7Jeremiah 22:8-9Jeremiah 32:14-15**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** Regarding the curse laid on anyone who would rebuild Jericho, note what the latter part of 1 Kings 16:34 says, "according to the word of the Lord, which he spoke by Joshua the son of Nun". Notice that it was a word from the Lord spoken by Joshua. It originated with the Lord. He was the source of the power behind the pronouncement.When reading 1 Corinthians 13:11 I added the word "but" to emphasize the contrast, but "but" is not in the actual passage.The point I was making by quoting Romans 3:4 is that God and His Word are true, period. They are true regardless of everything else. If the truth of God bumps up against something we think, then it is we who need to adjust and correct to the Word of God and not the other way around.I paraphrased Philippians 4:6-7. It wasn't a direct quote. Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we discuss the subtlety and peril of having a victim mentality. It's something that we can all fall into if we're not paying attention, and, if we're not careful, such a mentality has the power to dominate our lives and color the way we see everything that happens around us. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 12: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/6538564" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">His steadfast love endures forever</a> Episode 54: <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/12061700" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How to respond to pressure and stress</a> Scriptures referenced: Psalm 107:6, 13, 19, 28 Psalm 107:8, 15, 21, 31 Psalm 138:3 Romans 12:2 Philippians 4:13 2 Peter 1:3-4 Romans 8:11 Joshua 6:26 1 Kings 16:34 1 Corinthians 13:11 Romans 3:4 Psalm 27 Psalm 18:29 Hebrews 13:5 Psalm 107:1 1 Samuel 16:14 Psalm 51:11 John 14:16 Psalm 20:7-8 Matthew 26:63 Hebrews 12:2 Philippians 2:5 1 Corinthians 2:16 2 Chronicles 16:12 Psalm 42:10-11 Romans 8:37 Romans 8:31 Romans 8:28-29 Philippians 4:6-7 Jeremiah 22:8-9 Jeremiah 32:14-15 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** <ul><li>Regarding the curse laid on anyone who would rebuild Jericho, note what the latter part of 1 Kings 16:34 says, "according to the word of the Lord, which he spoke by Joshua the son of Nun". Notice that it was a word from the Lord spoken by Joshua. It originated with the Lord. He was the source of the power behind the pronouncement.</li><li>When reading 1 Corinthians 13:11 I added the word "but" to emphasize the contrast, but "but" is not in the actual passage.</li><li>The point I was making by quoting Romans 3:4 is that God and His Word are true, period. They are true regardless of everything else. If the truth of God bumps up against something we think, then it is we who need to adjust and correct to the Word of God and not the other way around.</li><li>I paraphrased Philippians 4:6-7. It wasn't a direct quote.</li></ul> <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

55. Prisoners in unlocked cells, part 1

Today we look at some biblical principles regarding how to respond to pressures and change them from being destructive to being constructive.Quotes:To abide in Jesus is to live in fellowship with Him every moment of every day. (Vance Pitman)Fruit is the life of the Vine pressed out through the branches. (Vance Pitman)The life of Jesus in me being lived through me (Vance Pitman)Other episodes mentioned in this one:Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, Part 1Episode 12: His steadfast love endures foreverEpisode 24: The GospelScriptures used:Psalm 107:1Psalm 107:43Psalm 107:6, 13, 19, 28Psalm 107:8, 15, 21, 31Romans 8:38-39John 3:16Psalm 138:3Psalm 143James 4:8Psalm 105:4Hebrews 11:6John 15:4-5Galatians 2:20Colossians 1:27James 1:5-6Matthew 7:28-29Philippians 4:131 John 4:19Ecclesiastes 4:9-12Mark 2:1-12James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5Matthew 23:12Galatians 6:2Proverbs 17:17James 5:16Psalm 121:1-2Psalm 34:8Psalm 1:1-3Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Today we look at some biblical principles regarding how to respond to pressures and change them from being destructive to being constructive. Quotes:<ul><li>To abide in Jesus is to live in fellowship with Him every moment of every day. (Vance Pitman)</li><li>Fruit is the life of the Vine pressed out through the branches. (Vance Pitman)</li><li>The life of Jesus in me being lived through me (Vance Pitman)</li></ul> Other episodes mentioned in this one:<ul><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/5699140" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, Part 1</a></li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/6538564" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 12: His steadfast love endures forever</a></li><li><a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1192271/9396699" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 24: The Gospel</a></li></ul> Scriptures used:<ul><li>Psalm 107:1</li><li>Psalm 107:43</li><li>Psalm 107:6, 13, 19, 28</li><li>Psalm 107:8, 15, 21, 31</li><li>Romans 8:38-39</li><li>John 3:16</li><li>Psalm 138:3</li><li>Psalm 143</li><li>James 4:8</li><li>Psalm 105:4</li><li>Hebrews 11:6</li><li>John 15:4-5</li><li>Galatians 2:20</li><li>Colossians 1:27</li><li>James 1:5-6</li><li>Matthew 7:28-29</li><li>Philippians 4:13</li><li>1 John 4:19</li><li>Ecclesiastes 4:9-12</li><li>Mark 2:1-12</li><li>James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5</li><li>Matthew 23:12</li><li>Galatians 6:2</li><li>Proverbs 17:17</li><li>James 5:16</li><li>Psalm 121:1-2</li><li>Psalm 34:8</li><li>Psalm 1:1-3</li></ul><a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

54. How to respond to pressure and stress

Our love for the Lord is a response to His love for us. Like 1 John 4:19 says, "We love because he first loved us." And our obedience to the Lord should flow out of our love for Him.In this episode we talk about the Lord's love for us as seen through some of the things that the Lord did for us through the Gospel. As we come to know and believe these things more and more, our hearts will swell with reciprocal love for God.Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1Episode 14: Our funeral leads to our freedomEpisode 24: The GospelHere is the list that I read and some corresponding Scriptures:Because of what Jesus has done: All of our sins and shortcomings are completely and totally covered and forgiven (Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 2:13-14).We have been redeemed (our debt was fully paid, the wrath of God has been fully satisfied and no longer rests on us, Jesus was the propitiation—He died in our place) (Romans 3:23-26; Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:13-14; Colossians 2:13-14; 1 Peter 1:18-19).We have been adopted as sons and daughters of God (Ephesians 1:4c-5; Romans 8:15).We have been blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places (Ephesians 1:3).We are holy and blameless before God (Ephesians 1:4a-b).In Christ we have been justified (made righteous, made right, approved of and accepted by God) (Romans 3:23-26; Romans 8:33-34; 2 Corinthians 5:21).We don’t have to be perfect. We put no confidence in the flesh. We are freed from looking for a righteousness of our own that would come by trying to keep the law (Philippians 3:8-9; Romans 6:14).We have peace with God (Romans 5:1).We live in the grace of God (Romans 5:2).Who we are is not who we were. We’ve been made new. We died with Christ and were raised with Him (Romans 6:6; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Colossians 2:11-12).There is no condemnation for us in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1).We have the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:9-11).We are heirs with Christ (Romans 8:16-17).All things work together for our good (Romans 8:28-29).We are more than conquerors through Him (Romans 8:37).Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:38-39).We are seated in the heavenly places with Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:4-7).We have direct access to God through Christ Jesus (Ephesians 3:11-12; Hebrews 4:14-16; 10:19-22). Additional Scriptures used:John 14:15Matthew 5:21-221 Samuel 16:7James 2:17, 26Galatians 5:22-23Matthew 22:37-40John 19:30Matthew 16:13-17Hebrews 12:3-13John 3:16Romans 6:1-2John 1:12-13Romans 10:13John 17:3**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." When quoting it, I said "shall" instead of "should". Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Our love for the Lord is a response to His love for us. Like 1 John 4:19 says, "We love because he first loved us." And our obedience to the Lord should flow out of our love for Him. In this episode we talk about the Lord's love for us as seen through some of the things that the Lord did for us through the Gospel. As we come to know and believe these things more and more, our hearts will swell with reciprocal love for God. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1 Episode 14: Our funeral leads to our freedom Episode 24: The Gospel Here is the list that I read and some corresponding Scriptures: Because of what Jesus has done: <ul><li>All of our sins and shortcomings are completely and totally covered and forgiven (Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 2:13-14).</li><li>We have been redeemed (our debt was fully paid, the wrath of God has been fully satisfied and no longer rests on us, Jesus was the propitiation—He died in our place) (Romans 3:23-26; Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:13-14; Colossians 2:13-14; 1 Peter 1:18-19).</li><li>We have been adopted as sons and daughters of God (Ephesians 1:4c-5; Romans 8:15).</li><li>We have been blessed with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places (Ephesians 1:3).</li><li>We are holy and blameless before God (Ephesians 1:4a-b).</li><li>In Christ we have been justified (made righteous, made right, approved of and accepted by God) (Romans 3:23-26; Romans 8:33-34; 2 Corinthians 5:21).</li><li>We don’t have to be perfect. We put no confidence in the flesh. We are freed from looking for a righteousness of our own that would come by trying to keep the law (Philippians 3:8-9; Romans 6:14).</li><li>We have peace with God (Romans 5:1).</li><li>We live in the grace of God (Romans 5:2).</li><li>Who we are is not who we were. We’ve been made new. We died with Christ and were raised with Him (Romans 6:6; 2 Corinthians 5:17; Colossians 2:11-12).</li><li>There is no condemnation for us in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:1).</li><li>We have the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:9-11).</li><li>We are heirs with Christ (Romans 8:16-17).</li><li>All things work together for our good (Romans 8:28-29).</li><li>We are more than conquerors through Him (Romans 8:37).</li><li>Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:38-39).</li><li>We are seated in the heavenly places with Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:4-7).</li><li>We have direct access to God through Christ Jesus (Ephesians 3:11-12; Hebrews 4:14-16; 10:19-22).</li></ul> Additional Scriptures used: John 14:15 Matthew 5:21-22 1 Samuel 16:7 James 2:17, 26 Galatians 5:22-23 Matthew 22:37-40 John 19:30 Matthew 16:13-17 Hebrews 12:3-13 John 3:16 Romans 6:1-2 John 1:12-13 Romans 10:13 John 17:3 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** John 3:16 says, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." When quoting it, I said "shall" instead of "should". <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

53. Because of what Jesus has done...

In this episode we look at a passage from Jeremiah and ask ourselves a hard question based on what we read.Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 4: Brief overview of the Old TestamentEpisode 6: Surrender: a firsthand experienceEpisode 50: The Lord knows bestScriptures referenced:Jeremiah 1:4-8Jeremiah 2:4-13Jeremiah 22:8-9Jeremiah 42:1-22Deuteronomy 5:29Jeremiah 43:1-7Psalm 40:8Matthew 26:39Luke 6:46Psalm 107:6Psalm 40:1-3Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we look at a passage from Jeremiah and ask ourselves a hard question based on what we read. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 4: Brief overview of the Old Testament Episode 6: Surrender: a firsthand experience Episode 50: The Lord knows best Scriptures referenced: Jeremiah 1:4-8 Jeremiah 2:4-13 Jeremiah 22:8-9 Jeremiah 42:1-22 Deuteronomy 5:29 Jeremiah 43:1-7 Psalm 40:8 Matthew 26:39 Luke 6:46 Psalm 107:6 Psalm 40:1-3<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

52. Do you truly want to hear from the Lord?

"Pray as if it all depends on God, and work as if it all depends on you." That's something a man of God I used to know would say, and it captures the focus of this episode. Today we look at how we need to do what we can do and then depend on God to do what only He can do.Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1You can access the commentary I read the quote from about John 2:4 HERE.Scriptures used:John 2:1-11John 19:26-27John 11:38-44Matthew 17:20Matthew 28:18-20John 6:44Psalm 1:1-3Psalm 119:112 Timothy 2:7Psalm 105:4Psalm 27:8Psalm 119:10Jeremiah 29:13Hebrews 11:6James 4:8Matthew 7:7**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**I referred to Psalm 27:6. The correct reference is actually Psalm 27:8. Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

"Pray as if it all depends on God, and work as if it all depends on you." That's something a man of God I used to know would say, and it captures the focus of this episode. Today we look at how we need to do what we can do and then depend on God to do what only He can do. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1 You can access the commentary I read the quote from about John 2:4 <a href="http://www.freebiblecommentary.org/new_testament_studies/VOL04/VOL04_02.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. Scriptures used: John 2:1-11 John 19:26-27 John 11:38-44 Matthew 17:20 Matthew 28:18-20 John 6:44 Psalm 1:1-3 Psalm 119:11 2 Timothy 2:7 Psalm 105:4 Psalm 27:8 Psalm 119:10 Jeremiah 29:13 Hebrews 11:6 James 4:8 Matthew 7:7 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** I referred to Psalm 27:6. The correct reference is actually Psalm 27:8. <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

51. Water to wine

Happy 50th episode!In this episode we discuss the peril of doing what seems best to us and the importance of trusting the Lord in every circumstance even when it may not make sense to us.Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 6: Surrender: A Firsthand ExperienceScriptures used:Proverbs 14:12Proverbs 16:25John 10:10Proverbs 3:7-8Proverbs 12:15Proverbs 26:12Judges 17:6Judges 21:25Romans 12:19-21Matthew 5:38-42Genesis 3:1-6Revelation 12:9John 3:16Romans 5:81 John 3:11 John 4:9-10Psalm 16:11Proverbs 3:5-6Psalm 103:13-14Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

Happy 50th episode! In this episode we discuss the peril of doing what seems best to us and the importance of trusting the Lord in every circumstance even when it may not make sense to us. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 6: Surrender: A Firsthand Experience Scriptures used: Proverbs 14:12 Proverbs 16:25 John 10:10 Proverbs 3:7-8 Proverbs 12:15 Proverbs 26:12 Judges 17:6 Judges 21:25 Romans 12:19-21 Matthew 5:38-42 Genesis 3:1-6 Revelation 12:9 John 3:16 Romans 5:8 1 John 3:1 1 John 4:9-10 Psalm 16:11 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 103:13-14<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

50. The Lord knows best

In this episode we discuss the importance of trusting the Lord, and we see how our emotions are indicators of our thoughts. It's our responsibility to meditate upon the Word of God, to ask God for wisdom, and to analyze our thoughts and see if they line up with the truth of God's Word. But we must also be dependent upon the Holy Spirit in this process. Apart from His power, we won't be able to do what we discuss in this episode (see 1 Corinthians 2:11-12). Like Jesus said, "...apart from me you can do nothing" (John 15:5).Here is the declaration I shared in this episode: My emotions are not intrinsically trustworthy, and I am not led by them; rather, it is the Lord and His Word that govern my thoughts and actions. (Philippians 4:8: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”)Remember, if we don't control our thoughts, they will control us. When we find ourselves sinking like Peter was, we need to pay attention to the thoughts we are thinking that are leading to that. Or, to put it simply: when we find ourselves sinking, ask, "What am I thinking?"Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 24: The GospelEpisode 44: The renewal of our mindsEpisode 48: Five loaves and two fishScriptures referenced in this episode:Matthew 14:22-33Mark 6:48James 2:26Isaiah 26:3James 1:5-6Romans 12:2Ephesians 4:22-24Matthew 6:25-34John 1:12-13Psalm 56:3-4Psalm 42:11Philippians 4:8-9John 8:44John 14:6Philippians 4:6-7John 10:10John 16:33Romans 8:37**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**When I said that "we" had physical bodies in the garden before the fall, I was referring to Adam and Eve, of course. By "we" I meant humankind. Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we discuss the importance of trusting the Lord, and we see how our emotions are indicators of our thoughts. It's our responsibility to meditate upon the Word of God, to ask God for wisdom, and to analyze our thoughts and see if they line up with the truth of God's Word. But we must also be dependent upon the Holy Spirit in this process. Apart from His power, we won't be able to do what we discuss in this episode (see 1 Corinthians 2:11-12). Like Jesus said, "...apart from me you can do nothing" (John 15:5). Here is the declaration I shared in this episode: My emotions are not intrinsically trustworthy, and I am not led by them; rather, it is the Lord and His Word that govern my thoughts and actions. (Philippians 4:8: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”) Remember, if we don't control our thoughts, they will control us. When we find ourselves sinking like Peter was, we need to pay attention to the thoughts we are thinking that are leading to that. Or, to put it simply: when we find ourselves sinking, ask, "What am I thinking?" Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 44: The renewal of our minds Episode 48: Five loaves and two fish Scriptures referenced in this episode: Matthew 14:22-33 Mark 6:48 James 2:26 Isaiah 26:3 James 1:5-6 Romans 12:2 Ephesians 4:22-24 Matthew 6:25-34 John 1:12-13 Psalm 56:3-4 Psalm 42:11 Philippians 4:8-9 John 8:44 John 14:6 Philippians 4:6-7 John 10:10 John 16:33 Romans 8:37 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** When I said that "we" had physical bodies in the garden before the fall, I was referring to Adam and Eve, of course. By "we" I meant humankind. <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

49. If we don't control our thoughts, they will control us

In this episode we discuss how if we bring to the Lord what we have He can take it and multiply it into something greater than we could have ever imagined for His glory and the good of others. Just remember: you can be used to make an impact in the kingdom of God!Here is where the feeding of the 5,000 can be found in each Gospel account: Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15Other episodes referenced in this one:Episode 15: Abide, part 1Episode 16: Abide, part 2Episode 24: The GospelScriptures used/referenced:Mark 6:30-44Luke 9:11John 6:8-9Matthew 14:21Ephesians 2:8-10Exodus 3:1-4:17Judges 6-81 Corinthians 12:12-20John 15:1-5Matthew 13:3-9Matthew 13:18-23Galatians 6:2Support the showIf you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking HERE or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads!Take care!

In this episode we discuss how if we bring to the Lord what we have He can take it and multiply it into something greater than we could have ever imagined for His glory and the good of others. Just remember: you can be used to make an impact in the kingdom of God! Here is where the feeding of the 5,000 can be found in each Gospel account: Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15 Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 15: Abide, part 1 Episode 16: Abide, part 2 Episode 24: The Gospel Scriptures used/referenced: Mark 6:30-44 Luke 9:11 John 6:8-9 Matthew 14:21 Ephesians 2:8-10 Exodus 3:1-4:17 Judges 6-8 1 Corinthians 12:12-20 John 15:1-5 Matthew 13:3-9 Matthew 13:18-23 Galatians 6:2<a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>If you feel so led, you can support the podcast by clicking <a href="https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=RF2H8B4AFSALJ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> or by clicking the "Support the show" button above. I Just Want to Talk about the Bible is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, which means that any donations made are tax-deductible. Thank you so much for giving as the Lord leads! Take care!

48. Five loaves and two fish

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