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Ecclesiastes 7-8: Let Go and Trust God

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 7-8 CEV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday, and we’ll read Ecclesiastes 7-8. I’m calling this episode “Let Go and Trust God.“ Summary Ecclesiastes 7-8 teaches that human pursuits like wisdom, wealth, and power don’t bring lasting happiness. Solomon’s realization, despite his own riches, is…

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1 Peter 4-5: Youth, Age and Humility

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 4-5 NCV Executive Producers Roderick, Kevin Dills Podcast Introduction It’s Epistles Sunday, and we’ll complete the book of 1 Peter with the reading of chapters 4 and 5. I’m calling this episode “Youth, Age and Humility.“ Summary 1 Peter 5:1-6 emphasizes important aspects of…

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Ecclesiastes 5-6: 2022 Redux

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 5 ERV, Ch. 6 CEV Podcast Introduction LeeAnn and I got back from Alaska at about 10 o’clock last night after about 36 hours of travel. And in case you can’t tell from my voice, I have a raging cold. Last week we were…

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Deuteronomy 10-12: Walking God’s Way in Worship

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 10 ESV; Ch. 11 HCSB; Ch. 12 NCV Podcast Introduction It’s the Law Monday, and we’ll read Deuteronomy 10-12. I’m calling this episode “Walking God’s Way in Worship.” Summary God wants us to respect Him, follow His ways, love Him, and serve Him wholeheartedly….

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1 Peter 1-3: Choose God’s Agenda

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1-2 NLT; Ch. 3 NCV Podcast Introduction It’s Epistles Sunday, and we’ll begin the book of  1 Peter  with chapters 1-3. I’m calling this episode “Choose God’s Agenda.” Summary In 1 Peter 1 and 2, Peter urges us to live holy lives and prioritize…

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Zephaniah 1-3: The Fall of Nineveh

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1-3 ERV Podcast Introduction It’s Prophecy Friday, and we’ll read the book of Zephaniah. Three chapters. I’m calling this episode “The Fall of Nineveh.” Summary Zephaniah 1-3 is about Nineveh, a once powerful city that turned away from God. The prophecy predicts its destruction,…

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Ecclesiastes 3-4: The True Measure of Wealth

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 3-4 ERV Podcast Introduction It’s Poetry Thursday. Our reading will be Ecclesiastes 3-4. I’m calling this episode “The True Measure of Wealth.” Summary Ecclesiastes 3-5, not the most inspiring chapters, but they’re a bit less hopeless than the first two. Chapter 4 caught my…

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Psalms 125-127: Build a Life of Eternal Significance

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 125-127 ESV Podcast Introduction It’s Psalms Wednesday. Our reading will be chapters 125-127. I’m calling this episode “Build a Life of Eternal Significance.” Summary We need to involve God in our endeavors, whether it’s building a house or a family. When we seek God’s…

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Deuteronomy 7-9: Staying Close to God

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 7 NASB, Ch. 8 NET, Ch. 9 NLV Podcast Introduction It’s the Law Monday, and our reading will be Deuteronomy 7-9. I’m calling this episode “Staying Close to God.“ Summary of Deuteronomy 7-9 Because of our forgetfulness, we must remain close to God. Listen…

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James 4-5: How To Pray

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 4-5 ESV Podcast Introduction It’s Epistles Sunday, and we’ll complete the book of James with chapters 4-5. I’m calling this episode “How To Pray.“ Comments on James 4-5 Some have said that James is a bit like the book of Proverbs because of the way…

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