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Jesus the Good Shepherd - John 10

Jeff · Working with the Word

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 Hol

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An Eye Exam - John 9

Jeff · Working with the Word

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 r

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Jesus in the Midst of Conflict - John 9-12

Jeff · Working with the Word

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® a

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Bible Study with Groups, With Marty Broadwell

Jeff · Working with the Word

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

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Bible Study with Family, With Eddie and Hannah Jinks

Jeff · Working with the Word

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 Sta

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Bible Study in Marriage with Matt and Jenn Schmidt

Jeff · Working with the Word

Matt and Jenn Schmidt, hosts of Intimate Covenant, join us to discuss how Bible study in marriage can draw us closer to God and one another. How can husbands and wives better center their relationship on God and His word? What unique obstacles does honest Bible study face in marriage? How do couples increase their God-centered conversations and deepen their spiritual intimacy? Be sure to check out the podcast, events, and resources at Intimate Covenant! Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Skyfall, City of Dreams" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

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Bible Study with Friends with The Bible Geeks

Jeff · Working with the Word

Our Final Four series for 2021 focuses on Bible study in different relationships. Today, longtime friends Ryan Joy and Bryan Schiele (from The Bible Geeks podcast) help us kick off the series and help us think about the importance and value of Bible study with Friends. Don't forget to check out The Bible Geeks at https://biblegeeks.fm/ and https://www.facebook.com/thebiblegeeks. Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Margret, the Magician" by John Tadlock "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

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”I AM” - John 8

Jeff · Working with the Word

After briefly discussing what to do with bracketed or footnoted texts in the Bible (like John 7:53-8:11 where we read about the woman caught in adultery and brought to Jesus) we dive into Jesus' continuing discussion with the Jews, focusing on Jesus' "I am" statements in this chapter. What does He mean by "I am the light of the world"? And what was He saying about Himself by "before Abraham was, I am"? Resource Credits The NET Bible (see footnote 140 starting at John 7:53) The Christian Standard Bible Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright

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Confusion in the Capital - John 7

Jeff · Working with the Word

After Jesus' popularity tanked in John 6, His brothers offered what sounds like logical public relations advice: "Stop hiding and just prove yourself to the world!" But Jesus did not come to receive worldly acclaim. So instead He secretly arrived in a bustling Jerusalem for the Feast of Booths, where an atmosphere of fear and anticipation filled the air: who is Jesus? will He come? what will happen if He does? Jesus patiently waited - then in a dramatic and well-timed moment he openly and boldly declared Himself the fountain of living water, the Messiah! Resource Credits The Complete Jewish St

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The Bread of Life - John 6

Jeff · Working with the Word

In a dramatic turning point of the gospel, Jesus declares "I am the bread of life!" Yet the crowd's response to this message of divine provision is grumbling, complaining, and rejecting. What was it about Jesus being bread from heaven that turned so many of His followers away? And how did this same teaching bring the apostles into deeper commitment to Him? 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 federal

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Healing on the Sabbath - John 5

Jeff · Working with the Word

Jesus' third sign, healing a paralytic at the Bethesda Pool, sent shockwaves through the Jewish establishment. Why? Because Jesus "worked" on the Sabbath. What the Jews considered a violation of God's Law was actually a fulfillment of God's purpose, yet they were unable to see past their own traditions. What's more, Jesus then claimed to be God! What right does Jesus have to do and say such things? 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. Chr

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Jesus in the Midst of Controversy - John 5-8

Jeff · Working with the Word

Jesus heals a lame man, feeds a crowd of over 5000, and publicly offers eternal life and light. The majority response? Opposition and persecution from the Jewish leaders, and rejection from even his own followers. Why? In this episode we overview the next section John's gospel, chapters 5-8, to understand why Jesus' signs and teachings brought such controversy and unbelief. 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® an

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Difficult Passage - 1 Corinthians 13:8-13

Jeff · Working with the Word

In this episode we tackle a question submitted by a listener about 1 Corinthians 13:8-13, a text about love and miraculous spiritual gifts in the church. Does this passage teach that miraculous gifts have already passed away, or that their passing is still future? To what does "partial" and "the perfect" refer - the canon of Scripture, maturity of the church, something else? And how does this contribute to the whole message regarding the unity of the Corinth church? Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock

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Taking Jesus at His Word - John 4:43-54

Jeff · Working with the Word

Jesus' second sign in John can easily be overlooked but there is much to learn from it. The healing of the official's son is one of the most remarkable stories illustrating true (and growing) faith, as the father exhibits an increasing measure of faith at every turn. More than that, it shows that the power of Jesus to give and restore life has no boundaries. Indeed, "in Him is life." 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

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Are You Thirsty? - John 4:1-42

Jeff · Working with the Word

"Water" - it's such a common element but so fitting to describe what Jesus offers. Jesus' conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well vividly shows Jesus' purpose in coming to the world. The woman who came to Jacob's well for water left with her thirst quenched in a way she never expected - even as she left her empty water bucket behind. 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

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A New Birth - John 3

Jeff · Working with the Word

Most people know, or perhaps can even quote, John 3:16 - but what is the context of the Golden Text of the Bible? Jesus' whole conversation with Nicodemus provides the backdrop for this verse and more fully unpacks its meaning. We also dive into what it means to be "born again" and how the Son of Man must be "lifted up" like the bronze serpent. This chapter is rich with teaching! 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 Bib

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Jesus Makes Himself Known - John 2

Jeff · Working with the Word

Jesus does two important things to make himself known in John 2, but both events are very different from one another. What did Jesus want His disciples and the world to know about Him at the very beginning of His ministry? At the same time, according to verse 24, Jesus did not open Himself entirely to be completely known - why? And how should we respond to all this? 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® a

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Come and See - John 1:19-51

Jeff · Working with the Word

What drew Jesus' first disciples to follow Him? What impressed them? Piqued their curiosity? Shocked them? There was obviously something special about Jesus of Nazareth, from what John the Baptist said about Him ("the Lamb of God!") and the disciples' responses to Him. It all began with a simple invitation: "Come and see."

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The Word Became Flesh - John 1:1-18

Jeff · Working with the Word

The Word. The true Light. The Life of humanity. The only Son. Full of grace and truth. This is how John introduces Jesus - in grand, sweeping terms highlighting Jesus' deity and absoluteness. In comparison with all other God's prophets and revelations, Jesus exceeds them all, including Moses. Never has there been One like Jesus, and never will there be One again. If we want to know the Father, we look to 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 pe

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Introducing the Gospel of John

Jeff · Working with the Word

John's gospel stands out as unique among the other three, so we decided to dive into this book in an effort to better understand what it tells us about Jesus. We start with a simple and brief introduction to the book, then read through the first major section to get a feel for how John presents Jesus (chapters 1-4). Resource Credits John: The Gospel of Belief (by Merrill C. Tenney) 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® ar

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Difficult Passages - Acts 19:1-7

Jeff · Working with the Word

What's going on in Acts 19:1-7? Why did the Ephesian disciples need to be baptized again? What's the difference between John's baptism and Jesus' baptism, and is it really that big of a deal? And what's the Holy Spirit's role in all of this? These are questions we'll tackle as we dive into our first difficult passage. Be sure to listen all the way to the end for a special and personal word of encouragement from Jeff. Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Cafe Terrace at Night" from John Tadlock's album The Sight of the Stars

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"I Don't Know"

Jeff · Working with the Word

Are there any difficult passages you've run across in the Bible? If we're honest with ourselves there are many of them, so part of properly handling the word of truth is learning how to handle difficult Scriptures. When encountering a difficult passage what do we do? Why is saying "I don't know" a crucial first step? How do we get past "I don't know"? Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Cafe Terrace at Night" from John Tadlock's album The Sight of the Stars

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The Bible for Beginners with Jerome Sasanecki

Jeff · Working with the Word

The Bible can be intimidating or puzzling to beginners - where do I start? how do I make sense of it? can I really trust and understand it? Jerome walks us through his own journey of picking up the Bible for the very first time and gives us insight into these crucial questions. Music Credits Intro - "Faith" by Vibe Tracks Interlude - "The Garden of Saint-Paul Hospital" by John Tadlock (from Sight of the Stars ) Outro - "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock (from Sight of the Stars )

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How to Study the Bible with Jeff Archer

workingwiththeword · Working with the Word

We sit down with Jeff Archer to talk about the value and GROWTH that come through studying God's word. Through repeated, diligent observation and interpretation, we can apply God's word to become more like our Savior! Jeff has lots of great wisdom to share in this episode! Related / Mentioned Resources - How to Study the Bible by Jeff Archer Other Material by Jeff Archer Jordan Park church of Christ Music Credits Intro - "Faith" by Vibe Tracks Transition "The Forest of Andor" by John Tadlock (from his album Alandria ) Outro - "The Starry Night" by John Tadlock (from his album Sight of the Star

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A People Purified by a Gracious God - Zephaniah 3

Jeff · Working with the Word

The "day of the Lord" has meant judgment for sinful Judah so far in Zephaniah's prophecies, but at the end of the book it takes on a new meaning. There is hope, promise, purification, and restoration - a bright future beyond the dark judgment. What does this teach us about the nature of God's discipline and grace? And how does this prepare us for Jesus? Music Credits "Faith" by Vibe Tracks "Cafe Terrace at Night" from John Tadlock's album The Sight of the Stars Scripture quotations marked CSB have been taken from the Christian Standard Bible®, Copyright © 2017 by Holman Bible Publishers. Used

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