The Bible Show

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO Pick up a copy wherever books are sold or visit http://crossway.org/bemerry to learn how to get thirty percent off with a free Crossway plus account.This episode of The Bible Show continues after the Ten Commandments by walking through Exodus 20 to 23 and explaining why the “civil laws” can feel difficult and confusing for modern readers. Sam and Will talk about the fear of the Lord (reverential awe), why God immediately gives instructions for an altar, and how the law exposes our need for atonement. They spend significant time discussing biblical slavery in the ancient world, especially the protections and limits God puts in place to guard the vulnerable and prevent exploitation. You will also hear how these laws point to bigger moral principles like justice, restitution, and care for the sojourner, widow, fatherless, and poor. Finally, they connect Exodus themes to the gospel, including a picture of covenant faithfulness and a striking passage about an “angel” whose name is in him. If you have ever struggled to read the Old Testament laws, this will help you slow down, look for God’s heart, and apply the moral message with humility. If this helped you, share it with someone who is curious or skeptical about the Bible’s harder passages.Like, comment, and subscribe for more.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:00:37 - After the Ten Commandments00:03:52 - Fear of the Lord00:14:29 - The altar and atonement00:26:12 - Slavery laws explained00:47:33 - The “ear piercing” and the doorpost01:04:06 - Justice and restitution01:17:28 - The angel who leads and guards01:23:53 - Closing prayer and final takeaway01:25:09 - OutroLinksSunlitStudios.com@TheBibleShowPodcast@UnderTheHoodFLHashtags#BibleStudy #NewChristian #BibleBasics #Exodus #TenCommandments #FearOfTheLord #HolySpirit #OldTestamentLaw #BiblicalJustice #Restitution #Atonement #CareForThePoor #ChristianPodcast #SlaveryInTheBible #JesusInTheOldTestament

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAOIn this episode of The Bible Show, join Sam and Will as they delve deeply into Psalm 34:8-10, exploring David's profound call to "taste and see that the Lord is good." From David's transition from hardship to hope, to his invitation to experience God's goodness beyond intellectual assent, this discussion emphasizes the importance of a real, transformative relationship with God. Discover how true satisfaction and spiritual nourishment come from seeking refuge in Him. Please like, comment, and subscribe to continue exploring the transformative power of God’s Word.Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction to Psalm 34: Opening the Bible Show and introducing Psalm 34:8–1000:00:57 - Taste and see the Lord is good: Reading the passage and introducing David’s invitation to experience God00:01:12 - Humility and fixing your eyes on God: David points people away from himself and toward the Lord00:02:29 - What does taste and see mean: A beginner-friendly explanation of experiencing God’s goodness00:05:42 - Blessed is the one who takes refuge in Him: Why faith does not remove hardship but gives true safety00:08:21 - Fear the Lord and lack no good thing: What reverence for God means and how He satisfies deeper needs00:10:16 - Young lions and needy people explained: Why strength and self-sufficiency still leave people hungry00:11:59 - Final takeaway and prayer: A closing encouragement to go to God and experience Him personallyLinksSunlitStudios.com@TheBibleShowPodcast@UnderTheHoodFL#BibleStudy #Psalm34 #TasteAndSee #FaithJourney #GodsGoodness #ChristianDevotion #SpiritualGrowth #BiblicalTeaching #GodsWord #TransformativeFaith #SeekTheLord

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAOJoin Sam and Will as they explore Psalm 56, delving into David’s journey fraught with fear and uncertainty as he runs from King Saul. Witness David’s raw expressions of trust in God amidst his deepest trials. This episode unfolds the profound message of God’s attentiveness to our struggles, reflecting His care and compassion. Discover the relevance of David’s story in our lives today and find encouragement in the promise that God remembers every tear and sees every hardship. Please like, comment, and subscribe to continue exploring the transformative power of God’s Word.Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction to Psalm 56: David on the run: The episode opens with the setting of David fleeing Saul and wrestling with fear and loss.00:01:09 - Psalm 56:8–13 read aloud: The hosts read the passage and introduce the main theme of trusting God in suffering.00:01:45 - God counts your tossings and keeps your tears: A close look at how God sees sleepless nights, anxiety, and every tear.00:03:16 - God remembers pain and will wipe away tears: The discussion connects God’s care, His record of suffering, and His compassion.00:04:11 - God is for me in the middle of hardship: David’s confidence is explained even though he has lost so much and still faces danger.00:05:54 - Repeating truth when fear returns: The hosts show why David repeats God’s word and rehearses truth instead of chasing new answers.00:07:22 - Vows, thank offerings, and staying faithful: David turns from fear back to worship, obedience, and gratitude before God.00:08:34 - Delivered from death and walking in the light of life: The passage points to God’s past faithfulness and present peace in chaos.00:09:12 - Preach verse 8 to yourself: Practical encouragement to remember God’s character in both good times and hard times.00:10:36 - Closing prayer and final encouragement: The episode ends with prayer for trust, refuge, and confidence in God’s care.LinksSunlitStudios.com@TheBibleShowPodcast@UnderTheHoodFL#Psalm56 #FaithInTrials #BiblicalEncouragement #DavidAndSaul #GodsCare #TrustInGod #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #TransformativeFaith #GodsPromises #WorshipInHardTimes #OvercomingFear #SpiritualJourney #GodsWord #FindingPeaceInGod

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAOIn this part two episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will continue their study of the sixth commandment, “You shall not murder,” by applying it to some of today’s hardest moral questions. They talk through self-defense, just war, the death penalty, assisted suicide, and abortion, asking what the Bible teaches about protecting life and responding to evil in a fallen world. Throughout the episode, they return to the idea that God is a God of life and that human beings are made in the image of God. This conversation is especially helpful for new Christians and Bible-curious listeners who want a clear starting point for understanding how biblical ethics connect to real issues in modern culture. It also points listeners back to Jesus as the source of truth, mercy, forgiveness, and hope, even in difficult and emotionally charged topics. If this episode helps you think more clearly about life, justice, and following Jesus, share it with someone who is exploring the Bible too.Like, comment, and subscribe for more.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro: Welcome to The Bible Show and episode setup00:00:55 - The sixth commandment: Why “You shall not murder” needs two episodes00:02:48 - Self-defense explained: Can Christians protect life by force?00:06:48 - Just war theory: When is war morally justified?00:11:48 - Just war checklist: Righteous cause, authority, motives, and last resort00:17:10 - Conduct in war: Restraint, proportionality, and peace as the goal00:24:02 - The death penalty: A difficult Christian debate00:31:16 - The state and the sword: Justice, mercy, and restraining evil00:40:29 - Assisted suicide: Why this issue is becoming more common00:43:42 - The value of life: Cultural decline and the dangers of euthanasia00:47:18 - Canada and MAID: What happens when assisted death expands00:55:28 - Abortion: A biblical view of unborn life00:58:16 - Legal protection for the unborn: Exodus and the image of God01:01:50 - Abortion statistics: The scale of the issue in the U.S. and worldwide01:10:35 - My body, my choice?: Why they call it the opposite of the gospel01:12:02 - Help and hope: Resources, grace, forgiveness, and closing thoughtsLinksSunlitStudios.com@TheBibleShowPodcast@UnderTheHoodFLHashtags#BibleShow #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #TenCommandments #Exodus #YouShallNotMurder #SanctityOfLife #SelfDefense #JustWar #DeathPenalty #AssistedSuicide #Abortion #NewChristian #BibleTeaching #ChristianEthics

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAOJoin Sam and Will on today’s episode of The Bible Show as they dive into 1 Samuel chapter 18, unraveling the rich tapestry of true friendship through the relationship between David and Jonathan. Discover how their covenant symbolizes the selfless love that reflects the gospel, and explore the profound connections to Jesus' own expressions of friendship. This captivating discussion reveals the transformative power of biblical love and why it remains essential in our lives today. Please like, comment, and subscribe to continue exploring the transformative power of God’s Word.Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction to 1 Samuel 18: The episode introduces the passage and asks how the Bible defines true friendship in light of the gospel.00:00:21 - Jonathan and David: The hosts explain the setting after Saul’s rejection and how Jonathan’s friendship with David begins.00:01:16 - Reading 1 Samuel 18:1–5: The passage is read, including Jonathan’s covenant with David and David’s success.00:01:50 - What biblical friendship looks like: The discussion explains why David and Jonathan are a key example of true friendship.00:03:19 - Love your neighbor as yourself: Jonathan’s love for David is connected to the Bible’s call to love others as yourself.00:03:57 - Jonathan’s gifts point to the gospel: Jonathan giving his robe and weapons to David is explained as a picture of selfless love.00:05:22 - Jesus as the true friend: The conversation connects Jonathan’s actions to Jesus giving His righteousness, truth, and life.00:06:32 - Friends, secrets, and trust: A word study highlights how friendship includes openness, trust, and nothing hidden.00:07:28 - John 15 and no secrets with Jesus: Jesus calling His followers friends is connected to His full disclosure and faithful love.00:08:14 - Greater love lays down life: Biblical love is described as selfless giving, fulfilled perfectly in Christ.00:08:54 - Application for real friendship: The hosts reflect on intentional friendship, vulnerability, and the cost of loving well.00:10:08 - Closing prayer and outro: The episode ends with prayer for biblical friendships and a closing invitation to share the show.LinksSunlitStudios.com@TheBibleShowPodcast@UnderTheHoodFL#TheBibleShow #BiblicalFriendship #DavidAndJonathan #1Samuel18 #GospelLove #JesusOurFriend #SelflessLove #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #GodsWord #SpiritualGrowth #Intentionality #FriendshipGoals #BibleJourney #ExploreTheBible

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAOJoin Sam and Will as they dive into the profound sixth statement in Jesus’ Seven Last Statements, “It is finished,” from John 19:30. Discover how these powerful words signify the completion of redemption, the fulfillment of prophecy, and the triumph over sin and death. This discussion illuminates why Jesus' declaration is central to our faith, freeing us from the burdens of sin and inviting us to live in the victory of His completed work. Please like, comment, and subscribe to continue exploring the transformative power of God’s Word.Chapters00:00:00 - Welcome to the Bible Show: Intro to the episode.00:00:20 - Today’s topic and series: The “seven last statements of Jesus.”00:00:35 - “It is finished”: Introducing the key phrase.00:00:37 - John 19:30 read aloud: The Scripture is read in context.00:01:08 - What “finished” means: Redemption and mission completed.00:02:03 - “Tetelesti” explained: “Paid in full” and no debt remaining.00:03:10 - Old covenant to new covenant: Forgiveness of sins and God changing hearts.00:05:16 - The “infinite debt” idea: Why Jesus had to come and what it means.00:07:45 - Living it out: Fighting accusation by trusting “it is finished.”00:08:22 - Closing prayer and final encouragement: Prayer, then a request to share and subscribe.LinksSunlitStudios.com@TheBibleShowPodcast@UnderTheHoodFL#BibleShowDaily #SevenLastStatements #ItIsFinished #Jesus #ChristianFaith #SpiritualRedemption #BiblicalDiscussion #NewCovenant #FreedomInChrist #GospelTruth #SalvationComplete #Theology #JesusFinalWords #PowerOfTheCross