Streams of Water Bible Study Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tyler Alverson and Andy Baumberger
This goal of this podcast is to encourage meditation on and delight in the word of God. As Psalm 1:2-3 says, “his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water that yields its fruit in its season, and its leaf does not wither. In all that he does, he prospers.”
The focus of this episode is the beautiful, heartbreaking, and prophetic Psalm 22. Tyler and Andy explore the first half of the Psalm, its connections to Jesus, and what that means for us today.
Tyler and Andy dive in to Psalm 21 on this week's episode. They make connections back to Psalm 20 and discuss themes of rejoicing, answered prayer, trust in the Lord, and the wrath of God.
In this episode, Tyler and Andy talk about Psalm 20, a prayer for the king. They discuss the original context, the importance of trusting in God, how the Psalm points to Jesus, and several relevant applications to our lives today.
Tyler and Andy discuss Psalm 19 and explore the idea of hearing the voice of God through the world and through His Word. Important themes of revelation, creation, and the value of the Word of God come up in this conversation about a familiar but convicting Psalm.
In this episode, Tyler and Andy tackle the second half of Psalm 18 and reflect on God's greatness, his gentleness, his victory, and our response of faith to him.
Tyler and Andy discuss the first half of Psalm 18 and look at themes of praise, trust, and deliverance. They discuss the context for the Psalm in David’s life and how these ideas can apply to our lives today.
Tyler and Andy explore Psalm 17’s themes about prayer, struggle, seeking God’s protection, and maintaining an eternal perspective.
Tyler and Andy talk about Psalm 16, why it is one of Andy’s favorites, and what it means to find refuge in God as our Lord, portion, inheritance, treasure, and counselor.
Tyler and Andy focus in this episode on Psalm 15’s portrait of the righteous person who can live in the presence of God. They discuss holiness, integrity, and godly character that touches every aspect of life.
Tyler and Andy dive into Psalm 14 and discuss functional atheism, ignoring the presence of God, and the contrast of trusting in the presence and Justice of God.
In Psalm 13, Tyler and Andy explore issues of the struggle of patience, asking God hard questions, and seeking to trust the Lord when it is difficult.
Tyler and Andy focus on Psalm 12 and David’s frustration with a world that seems to be devoid of the righteous. They explore the relevance of this Psalm to our world today and how God’s word is trustworthy and pure in a world of lies.
In danger and difficulty, do we flee or do we trust in the Lord as our refuge? How do we respond to trials and difficulties? Tyler and Andy explore these questions in Psalm 11 and discuss faith, fear, and the promises of God.
Tyler and Andy reflect on David’s struggle of faith. Why does it feel like God is hiding from us sometimes? Why does he let injustice continue? We discuss Psalm 10 and the battle of trusting God when he feels distant.
Tyler and Andy talk about another powerful psalm that helps remind us of the importance of gratitude, Justice, and trust in the Lord.
Tyler and Andy discuss Psalm 8, one of their favorites. They dive into the passage and bring up topics of God’s majesty, his wisdom in creation, and his special role for humanity and how this all points to Jesus.
Tyler and Andy discuss and explore another psalm of David. They talk about dealing with slander, trusting in God, and calling to the Lord for justice.
Tyler and Andy continue in the psalms in Psalm 6 and explore ideas of the effects of sin, including the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual impact.
Tyler and Andy discuss and ponder Psalm 5. They consider together the text and talk about looking to God in the morning first, God’s Justice, and our need to be led by the Lord in righteousness.
Tyler and Andy dive into another psalm and discuss the themes of prayer, trust, rest, peace, and being satisfied in the Lord alone.
Tyler and Andy walk through Psalm 3 and discuss potential context, trusting in God, and praying in suffering.
Tyler and Andy finally finish up the letter of Jude and discuss the contrast between the danger of the false teachers and the call for God’s people to be built up in the most holy faith. They discuss themes of love and mercy and how these realities change us.
Tyler and Andy begin a new study in the letter of Jude and talk about contending for the faith, understanding Jesus, and the danger of false teaching.
Tyler and Andy study and discuss the letter of 3 John, focusing on themes of mission, hospitality, selfishness, truth, and love.
Tyler and Andy discuss the importance of truth, love, and Jesus’ identity as they walk through the text of 2 John.
Tyler and Andy finish up their study of 1 John by focusing on the theme of what we can know about salvation that can give us deep confidence in our lives and in our prayers.
Tyler and Andy explore 1 John 5:1-12, focusing on love, faith, and confidence in Jesus as the Son of God
Tyler and Andy talk about the second part of 1 John 4, the love of God, and the difficult call to love one another as Jesus has loved us
Tyler and Andy talk about 1 John 3:11-24. They discuss how hatred leads to death and how Jesus invites us to a way of life that leads us to lay down our lives
Tyler and Andy dive into 1 John 3:1-10 and discuss the wonder of being children of God, awaiting Jesus and His return, and living for Him in the present
Tyler and Andy continue discussing 1 John 2 and talk about the antichrists, false teaching, and confidence as children of God
Tyler and Andy discuss 1 John 2:12-17. They touch on John’s tender affirmations of hope and confidence to the Christians, as well as his warnings to avoid loving the world and the things of the world
Tyler and Andy continue in 1 John and discuss 1 John 2:1-11, which focuses on Christ as our advocate and the call to love like Jesus.
Tyler and Andy begin a new series in 1 John and discuss the first chapter and it’s themes about Christ’s humanity, God’s character, and the confidence we can have if we walk in the light
Tyler and Andy conclude their study of the book of Micah by discussing the final chapter and its profound message of hope in the midst of darkness.
Tyler and Andy return to their study of Micah 6 and explore this prophetic courtroom scene as God’s people are indicted for their unfaithfulness. This chapter has much to teach us about God, what he expects of us, and what he has done for his people
Tyler and Andy return to Micah after a long hiatus. In this episode, they talk about recent trials in their lives, Micah 5, and the great hope we have in Jesus as our Shepherd and King.
Tyler and Andy discuss Micah’s beautiful vision of hope, renewal, and restoration after judgment in Micah 4.
Tyler and Andy dive into Micah 3 and continue to hit on the themes of wicked rulers, false prophets, and the coming destruction for God’s people
Tyler and Andy press on in their study of Micah by diving into the second chapter. They explore the themes of injustice, false preaching, and God’s promise to preserve a remnant as the shepherd of his people
We begin a study of the book of Micah by talking about the book’s overview and by diving into the promise of Justice and punishment in Micah 1
Tyler and Andy wrap up their discussion of Habakkuk by examining the prophet’s prayer of praise concerning God’s awesome power and his faith in the face of calamity
Tyler and Andy dive in once again into the book of the prophet Habakkuk as the prophet continues to ask questions about God, his character, and his plans for the world. God responds in challenging, surprising, and inspiring ways
Tyler and Andy begin a study of the minor prophet Habakkuk and explore ideas about questioning God, doubt, injustice, and God’s response to evil.
In a episode that is a bit different than normal, Tyler and Andy discuss the sovereignty of God in light of chaotic world events and personal suffering. Specific passages and the overall story of Scripture are considered to remind us that God is in total control.
Tyler and Andy close out their study of 1 Peter by looking at the final section. In this episode, they touch on themes of humility, grace, resisting the devil, and more
Tyler’s dad and Andy’s dad join the podcast on this very special episode. As elders in their local congregations, they share wisdom and insight on the subject of elders from 1 Peter 5:1-5
Tyler and Andy continue to discuss 1 Peter and hit on themes of being prepared for suffering and trusting in God through our trials.
Tyler and Andy continue on in 1 Peter 4:1-11 and discuss the way of Jesus versus the way of world. They cover themes of suffering, exile, the return of Christ, and more.
Tyler and Andy discuss a controversial and sometimes confusing passage about baptism, spirits in prison, and Christ’s work for us as we think about suffering for righteousness sake
Two Covid positive hosts talk about what they’ve been up to during their podcast hiatus, Spider-Man, and 1 Peter 3:8-17. In this text, Tyler and Andy discuss integrity, suffering, and being prepared to give a defense for our hope in Christ.
Special guest Leslie Alverson joins Tyler and Andy to talk about marriage, submission, and godly character in husbands and wives from 1 Peter 3:1-7
We discuss the first century context of slavery, submission, and the call to suffer for righteousness sake as we follow in the footsteps of Jesus
We continue to think about the life of an exile in a difficult world. 1 Peter 2:11-17 teaches us about submitting to governing authorities, true Christian freedom, and the life of humble submission.
In this episode, we dive into 1 Peter 2 and are encouraged from God’s Word as we think about who Jesus is, who we are in Jesus, and what God has called us to be and do.
How should I respond to all the blessings of God in my life? What does it mean to be holy? We explore these questions and more from 1 Peter 1:13-25 as we think about God’s character and the call to holiness in our time of exile.
In this episode, we dive into the text of 1 Peter and are amazed by all the reasons we have to praise God. The hope we have in Jesus helps us to stand and be faithful in various trials!
In this episode, we introduce the letter of 1 Peter and walk through 1 Peter 1:1-2 as we discuss the key elements of the book, including authorship, audience, and major themes. We begin the journey through a great portion of God's Word by thinking about our identity as elect exiles, suffering, and the grace of God in Jesus and how we can stand firm in it.
This is the first episode of the Streams of Water Bible Study Podcast. The hosts Tyler and Andy introduce themselves, explain the reasoning behind the name of the podcast, and walk through a discussion of Psalm 1 and what it means to be blessed by the Word of God.