Equipping the Body: Recent Episodes
Brad Starnes
"Equipping the Body," is all about combating biblical illiteracy within the Church. This includes not only teaching through books of the Bible, verse by verse, but also offering instruction in hermeneutics, biblical exposition, and general Bible study. Our purpose is not only to teach the Bible, but to teach believers how to study and properly interpret the Bible for themselves. If you would like to support the show click the following link!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/starnesbraX
- The Feast of Belshazzar (1-4)
- The Fright of Belshazzar (5-17)
- The Folly of Belshazzar (18-29)
- The Fate of Belshazzar (30-31)
From the Feast of Belshazzar we learn the dangers of Alcohol Abuse.
From the Fright of Belshazzar we learn the danger of counting the things of God as common.
From The Folly of Belshazzar we learn the danger of unrepentant sin.
From the Fate of Belshazzar we learn the certainty of God's Judgement.
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- The Description of the Statue
- The Deterioration of Man
- Daniel vs. Darwin
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- The Demoniac's Confrontation (26-27a)
- The Duration of His Condition (27)
- The Location of His Habitation (27b)
- The Provocation of His Transformation (28-33)
- The Substantiation of His Transformation (34-37)
- The Proclamation of His Transformation (38-39)
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Christ Calls His Companions into Chaos (22-23)
the chaos was...
a. sudden
b. serious -
The Cry of His Companions (24a)
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The Control of Christ over Chaos (24b)
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The Concern of Christ over his Companions Lack of Faith (25)
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Kingdom Kinship is not a matter of...
Physical Relation
Ritual Participation -
Kingdom Kinship is a matter of...
Inward Transformation (2 Cor. 5:17
that leads to...
Obedient Demonstration "heard the word... and do it"
caused by...
Holy Ghost Habitation (Phil. 2:13)
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- The Lord Desires that we Let our Light Shine (16)
- The Lord Desires that we Live in Light of His Looming Judgement (17)
- The Lord Desires that we Listen to His Lesson (18)
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- The Presentation of the Parable (4-8)
- The Mysterion of the Parable (9-10)
- The Explanation of the Parable (11-15)
- The Application of the Parable: Profession vs. Possession
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The Places of the Savior's Ministry
a. "Every city and village" -
The Practice of the Savior's Ministry
a. "preaching" -
The People of the Savior's Ministry
a. the twelve...Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Susanna -
The Provision of the Savior's Ministry
a. "They provided for Him from their own substance"
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The Setting of Simon's Lesson
a. It's invitation
b. It's location -
The Sinner who Loved the Savior
a. Her Possible Occupation
b. Her Penitent Demonstration -
The Savior's Lesson for Simon
a. Poor Simon's Confusion
b. The Savior's Explanation
c. Our Application - Seeing one's sin reveals one's need for the Savior
- Realizing the depth of one's depravity, produces an attitude of grattitude
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Those Who Responded Rightly by Repentance (29)
a. They Received the Message
b. They Agreed with the Message -
Those Who Responded Wrongly by Rejection (30-35)
a. They Rejected the Messengers
b. They Rejected the Message
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Jesus Considers John's Character (24-25)
a. John was a man of Firm Conviction
b. John was a man of Faithful Contentment -
Jesus Considers John's Call (26-27)
a. John was the last OT Prophet
b. John was the first NT Preacher -
Jesus Considers John's Constraint (28)
a. "but he who is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he"
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The Dungeon John was In
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The Doubt John Faced
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The Defeat John Felt
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The Details John Needed
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The Crisis of the Weeping Widow (11-12)
A. Her condition
she was devastated
she was desolate -
The Character of Christ (13-15)
Note his...
a. Compassion "he had compassion on her"
b. Consolation "do not weep"
c. Command "Young man, I say to you, arise" -
The Conclusion of the Crowd (16-17)
a. "a prophet has risen up among us" "God has visited His people"
They were so close, and yet totally off...
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The Soldier (1-2)
a. His Situation in Society
b. His Sick Servant -
The Sent (3-5)
a. Their Solicitation of the Savior's Service
b. Their Substantiation of the Soldier's Reputation -
The Savior (6-10)
a. His Surprise at the Gentile
b. His Snub at the Jew
c. His Saving of the Sick Servant
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God is...
Omnipotent (Lk. 1:37; Rev. 4:11)
Omniscient (Isa. 40:14, 1 Chron. 28:9, Acts 5:1-11)
Omnipresent (Jer. 23:23-24, Ps. 139:7-12, Isa. 66:1)
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"The evidence of repentance is obedience"
The Difference Between Professors and Possessors
a. Possessors Hear the Word THEN Heed the Word
b. Professors Hear the Word but DO NOT Heed the Word
The Deliverance of Those Who Genuinely Possess Faith
a. "the stream beat against that house, and could not shake it, for it was founded on the rock."
The Doom of Those Who Simply Profess Faith
a. "And immediately it fell. And the ruin of that house was great."
Key verse: 46 - "But why do you call Me Lord, Lord, and not do the things which I say?"
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God is eternal (cf. Isa. 57:15, Deut. 33:27, Rom. 1:20)
God is immutable (cf. Heb. 1:12, Heb. 13:8, Malachi 3:6)
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Shorthand Outline:
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Definitive Declarations (43-44)
a. "does not"
b. "is known"
c. "do not" -
The Fruit Reveals the Root (43-44)
a. Fraudulent Faith Produces Foul Fruit
b. Factual Faith Produces Good Fruit -
What's in the Root will come out the Chute (45)
a. "out of the abundance of the heart his mouth speaks"
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God is...
1. Self-Existent
2. Self-Sufficient
3. Self-Exalting
4. Self-Content
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Sermon Summary: We are most like the Lord, when we love those who loathe us.
- The Exhortation to Love those who loathe You (27)
- The Explanation of Loving those who loathe You (28-34)
- The Expectation of Loving those who loathe You (35-36)
a. Expectation of Remuneration "Your reward will be great"
b. Expectation of Sanctification "You will be sons of the Most High"
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Christ Considers the Characteristics of True Christians (20-23)
a. True Christians are Characterized by Spiritual Poverty and Humility (20-21)
b. True Christians are Characterized by Ostracism from the Outside (22-23) -
Christ Warns of the Worldly Ways of the Wicked (24-26)
a. The Wicked Trust in Their Worldly Treasure (24-25)
b. The Wicked Take Pleasure in the Praise of People (26)
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THE STORY:
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The Setting of the Showdown (6)
a. Its Occasion- The Sabbath
b. Its Location - The Synagogue -
The Suffering of the Man (6b)
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The Scrutiny of the Scribes and Pharisees (7)
a. They were motivated by Man's Tradition -
The Sympathy of the Savior (8-9)
a. He was motivated by God's Truth -
The Scheme of the Scribes and Pharisees (10-11)
THE SO WHAT?:
In our personal lives and local churches, we must allow God's Truth to Trump Man's Tradition by replacing the statement, "we've always done it this way," with the question, "what does the Bible say?"
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shorthand outline
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The Serious Accusation of the Savior (1-2)
it was based upon...
Personal Indignation -
The Scriptural Justification by the Savior (3-4)
it was based upon...
Principled Interpretation -
The Significant Proclamation from the Savior (5)
it was a proclamation of...
Prophetic Implication (Dan. 7:13-14)
Divine Insinuation (Jesus was in effect claiming to be God)
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The Examination of the Critics (33)
a. The Insinuation of Their Examination
b. The Motivation of Their Examination
The Explanation of the Christ (34-35)
it was an explanation through...
a. Parable
b. Prophecy
The Comparison of the Covenants (36-39)
a. Comparison by Illustration
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The Life of Levi Before the Lord (27a)
a. His Profession
b. His Pedigree
The Liberation of Levi by the Lord (27b-28)
a. His Forsaking Sin
b. His Following the Savior
The Love of Levi for the Lord (29)
a. The Feast He Gave
b. The Friends He Invited
The Loathing of Levi and the Lord by the Pharisees (30-32)
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Outline:
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The Context of the Cripple's Conversion (17)
a. The Place
b. The People
c. The Power -
The Compassionate Comrades of the Cripple (18-19)
a. Their Devotion
b. Their Dilemma
c. Their Determination -
The Crucial Question Concerning Christ (21)
these questions concerned...
a. Christ' Identity
b. Christ' Morality
c. Christ' Ability -
The Conversion of the Cripple (22-25)
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Outline:
The Life the Leper Lived (12)
it was a life of...
a. Physical Debilitation
b. Social Isolation
c. Spiritual Separation
The Love the Lord Gives (13-14)
it is love according to...
a. Mercy and Not Merit
b. the Mosaic Law and Not Man's Law
The Lessons the Leper Learned (15-16)
he learned...
a. the Love of God is to be shared
b. the Lord Our God is to be praised
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Outline:
The Scene (1-3)
a. its seaside setting
b. its scriptural schooling
The Sign (4-7)
a. it was supernatural
b. it was spiritually significant
The Summons (8-11)
a. it was from the Savior
b. it was to Salvation
c. it was to Service
Jesus saves disciples to SERVE not to SIT.
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Outline:
1.Jesus Maintained a Priority of Prayer (42a)
a.it was Personal
b.it was Private
c.it was his Practice
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Jesus Sustained Pressure from People (42b)
a. pressure to perform -
Jesus Fixated on His Purpose (43-44)
a. His Purpose to Preach the Kingdom of God
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Shorthand Outline:
1.The Dominion of Christ Displayed Over Demons (31-37)
a. Christ' Dominion Displayed by the Demon's Description
b. Christ' Dominion Displayed by the Demon's Dispelling
2.The Dominion of Christ Displayed Over Disease (38-39)
Her Disease...
a. was Dangerously Severe
b. Dissipated Immediately
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Shorthand Outline:
1. The Expectancy of the Jews (15)
2. The Humility of John the Baptist (16a)
3. The Ministry of Jesus (16b-17)
A Ministry of...
a. Holy Ghost Regeneration
b. Judgemental Separation
4. The Captivity of John the Baptist (18-20)
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- The Redeemer Returns to Galilee (14-15)
- The Redeemer Relays His Message (16-27)
The Message was...
a. Prophetic
b. Pertinent - The Religious Reject the Redeemer and His Message (28-30)
Note there...
a. Reason
b. Rage
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shorthand outline:
The Time of The Savior's Tempting (1)
The Turf of The Savior's Tempting (1)
The Term of The Savior's Tempting (2)
The Types of The Savior's Tempting (3-11)
The Triumph of The Savior's Tempting (4;8; 12-14)
Resisting Satan
Relying on Scripture
Rebuking Satan
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It was for the purpose of...
Identification with Sinners
Confirmation from the Father
Inauguration into Public Ministry
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Shorthand Outline:
- The Moment of John's Ministry (1-2a)
- The Method of John's Ministry (2b-3)
- The Mission of John's Ministry (4b-6)
- The Message of John's Ministry (7-14)
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Shorthand Outline:
Anna Aged Gracefully through...
Sorrow and Grief (36-37a)
Service to God (37b)
Sharing the Gospel (38)
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Shorthand outline
- The Master's Ministry was Marked by Separation in its Message (34a)
- The Master's Ministry was Marked by Opposition from its Enemies (34b)
- The Master's Ministry was Marked by Affliction in its Advancement (35)
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Shorthand Outline:
Simeon was a SCRIPTURAL man
Simeon was a SPIRITUAL man
Key Takeaways:
The Holy Spirit will never contradict the Holy Scripture.
The Holy Spirit leads sinners to the Savior by the Scripture.
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Shorthand Outline
The Divine Incarnation (1-7)
The Angelic Annunciation (8-16)
The Gospel Presentation (17-20)
The Jewish Dedication (21-24)
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Shorthand Outline:
1. The Delivery: John is Born (57-58)
2. The Dubbing: John is Named (59-66)
3. The Discourse: Zacharias' Prophesy (67-80)
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Shorthand Outline:
Proper Praise is God-Centered and not Man-Centered (46-47)
Proper Praise involves the Whole Person Mind and Spirit 46-47)
Proper Praise Acknowledges Our Need for God (47-48)
Proper Praise Reveres God as Holy (49)
Proper Praise Exalts the Mercy of God (50-56)
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In this narrative, we find the well-known story of John the Baptist rejoicing in the presence of Jesus, while still in his mother's womb.
Note the following Shorthand outline for assistance,
- The Journey of Mary to Judah (39-40)
- The Joy of John the Baby (41; 44)
- The Excitement of Elizabeth (39-45)
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Shorthand Outline:
- The Personalities
- The Proclamation
- The Problem
- The Proof
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- The Parents of John the Baptist
- The Proclamation of Gabriel
- The Pregnancy of Elizabeth
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Short hand outline,
- Luke's Person - who wrote the book
- Luke's Research - how did he write the book (1-2)
- Luke's Reasoning - Why did he write the book (3-4)
- Luke's Recipient - who did he write the book to (3-4)
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Short hand outline -
The Believer's Battle Against Beelzebub
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The Disposition of the Devil (8)
His disposition is of
a. Deception - he is a liar
b. Division - he divides churches, families, etc.
c. Destruction - he came to steal, kill, and destroy -
Defending Against the Devil (9)
a. by prayer
b. by the Word of God -
The Devil's Defeat Under God's Dominion (11)
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Short hand outline,
- Humility towards Other Believers (5b)
- Humility towards God himself (6)
- The Benefits of Humility (Grace and Exaltation; v. 5 and 7)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes moves through the opening of 1 Peter 5, as Peter gives an "encouraging instruction" to his fellow pastors.
- A Pastor to Pastors (1)
- The Pastoral Duty of the Shepherd is Provision and Protection for the Sheep (2)
- The Proper Disposition of the Shepherd is to be like Christ (2-3)
- The Payment of the Shepherd is a Crown of Glory (4)
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Peter was an expert on the matter of persecution. He was jailed, beaten and ultimately martyred for the cause of Christ. Essentially, here is what Peter had to say on the matter of persecution...
- Believers Should Expect Persecution
- Believers Should Celebrate Persecution because of its Reward
- Believers Should trust God in Persecution
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- While we watch and wait we are to be serious in our prayers (7)
- While we watch and wait we are to love one another (8-9)
- While we watch and wait we are to serve the Lord with the gifts he has given us (10-11)
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In Peter's description of Christian suffering, particularly in the context of persecution, he points to Christ as the ultimate example, and then discusses what Christ' suffering meant as well as what did it accomplish. Dr. Starnes breaks down this text in the following way...
- His Vicarious Suffering (18)
- His Victorious Session (19-22)
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Though believers may not all face the same level of persecution for our faith, how we respond matters.
How Can Believers Respond Rightly to Persecution?
by...
Running after Righteousness (13)
Remembering our Reward (14)
Relying on our Redeemer (15a)
Relaying our Reason for Hope to Others (15b)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes addresses a rather specific situation expounded by Peter in 1 Peter 3:1-7. Listeners should note to compare this passage with 1 Corinthians 7, as Paul addressed the same issue. As Dr. Starnes has said in the past, "the best commentary on the Bible is the Bible."
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes continues moving through the epistle of 1 Peter. As we approach the end of chapter two, the apostle begins a discourse on various ways in which Christians are to submit. In our text, we see that we are to submit to the government, unless doing so requires disobeying God. Various examples throughout the Old Testament and the New Testament are utilized to flesh out this principle.
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In this episode, Dr. Starnes takes listeners through Matthew's account of the Christmas narrative.
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The following outline is provided for listener's convenience and study.
The Fight Against the Flesh (1 Peter 2:11-12)
The Internal Conflict (v. 11)
It is won by the weapon of the word
The External Conflict (v. 12)
The believer's witness is effected
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks listeners through 1 Peter 2:4-10 primarily dealing with the doctrine of the Church, both local and invisible.
The following outlines is provided for your convenience.
1 Pet. 2:4-10
The Church
Her Founder (4)
Her Foundation (4)
Her Three-Fold Function (5-10)
1. Worship (5)
2. Work (5)
3. Witness (9-10)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks listeners through the opening of 1 Peter chapter 2. In this we see Peter's case for a change in those who have "tasted that the Lord is gracious."
The Consequences of Conversion
- A Disregard for Sinful Desires (1)
- A Development of Spiritual Desires (2)
- The Criteria of Conversion (3)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through Peter's words concerning the evidence of conversion being found in Christians loving and serving other Christians through the context of the local church. He reminds us that this point, is supported by the rest of scripture for example in Jesus' command to the disciples to love each other, and John's words in 1 John chapter three, regarding our love for the brethren. If you love Christ, you will love the Church.
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Everything we do and say is done before the face of God. We are Coram Deo, "before the face of God." Peter calls us to live Holy Lives before the Lord in our passage today. This begs the question, "what does living a Holy Life Before the Face of God Require?"
It requires three things...
Preparation of the Mind (13)
Separation From the World (14-16)
Consideration of the Cross (17-21)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes continues his exposition of 1 Peter by discussing Peter's concept of Rejoicing in Suffering."
We Can Rejoice in Suffering by Knowing that...
Suffering is Physically Brief (6)
Suffering is Spiritually Beneficial (7)
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Salvation is of the Lord, because it is...
Undeserved by Human Merit
Unachievable by Human Means
Unsustainable by Human Might
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In today's episode, Dr. discusses Peter's opening address to the "scattered pilgrims," that is the Saints. In Peter's words we find the answer to three questions: what is a Christian, How is A Christian, and Why is a Christian? In this day, of redefining terms, moral relativism, identity politics, and when one of the two major parties does not even know what a woman is, Christians must be firm on what a Christian is according to the Bible, and not according to modern church trends or the culture.
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On today's episode, Dr. Starnes begins a new study on the book of I Peter. After a brief overview of introductory matters, Dr. Starnes utilizes the text to show Peter's Trinitarian view of Salvation.
Election by God the Father
Sanctification by God the Spirit
Redemption by God the Son
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through the final two verses of James' epistle. In this passage, we see that we are to hold each other accountable in a loving way.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks listeners through James' discourse on prayer. James covers prayer in 5:13-18, in a general way, covering various aspects of prayer. The following outline, may be helpful in your study.
Prayer According to James
Praying for the Physically Sick (13-15)
Praying for those Struggling in Sin (16)
Any of Us and All of Us Believers Can Pray (17-18)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes begins the section of James chapter 5 dealing with prayer. Focusing on verse 13, he reveals to listeners the answer to affliction is prayer. We will see that there are different types of afflictions, but one answer, prayer. Lastly, sometimes God answers the prayer of affliction, by deliverance, sometimes by perseverance, and sometimes he simply ushers us into his presence.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes teaches on Integrity from the Word of God. James, quoting Jesus, suggests that our yes ought to be a yes and vice versa. We ought to be people of Integrity, Dr. Starnes explains that Integrity is in two parts: honesty and fidelity. We should tell the truth and stand by the truth we tell.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through James 5:7-11, discussing James encouragement to his readers to "patiently endure until the end."
In abbreviated outline,
We can Patiently Endure Until the End by...
Knowing Justice Will be Served (vs. 7)
Focusing on the Facts of His Return (vs. 8)
Loving Each Other (vs. 9-11)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through James warning against the wealthy wicked. In this passage, James utilizes a method found in the Old Testament prophets of condemning one group of people in the audience of another for the purpose of an object lesson. Although James is warning the "wicked wealthy," he is not speaking to them but rather to believers.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through James message to the Jewish diaspora on planning wisely. In order to assist in your study, the following outline is provided.
- We do not Determine our Destiny (13-14)
- Our Time on Earth is Temporary (14b)
- God Holds the Future (15-17)
How do we plan wisely?
- by relying on God
- by acknowledging all we have comes from God in the first place
- by placing spiritual matters above material matters
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes breaks down James 4:11-12, in his continued exposition of the book of James. We will see James address two internal sins within the Body of Christ, and both have to do with speech.
- The Sin of Slander (11a)
- The Sin of Judgementalism (11b-12)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through James 4:7-10, as we see James call believers to Humble themselves. First, we see how to do so
1. Submit to God (v. 7)
2. Draw Near to God (v.8)
3. Confess our Sin to God (v. 9)
Then we see why we should humble ourselves, because God will honor and exalt us in his kingdom. (v. 10)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through the opening of James chapter 4. In this passage, we find James addressing church conflict within the local church at Jerusalem. We see that this conflict is rooted in pride, and is only cured by humility.
Church Conflict, Its Cause and Its Cure (James 4:1-6)
I. The Cause of Church Conflict is Pride (1-5)
II. The Cure for Church Conflict is Humility (6)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks listeners through James' explanation of True Wisdom. As it were, and this should not surprise us, what the world calls wisdom is actually no wisdom at all. We see the explanation of True Wisdom in three sections,
The Display of True Wisdom (13)
The Definition of True Wisdom (14-17)
The Dividends of True Wisdom (18)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks listeners through James' warning of the terrible tongue! In order to help others understand the "big idea" of this passage, Dr. Starnes offers two central thoughts about the terrible tongue.
1. The Tongue is small but powerful.
2. No man can tame his tongue in his own strength.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes goes to great lengths to carefully explain one of the most misunderstood passages in the scripture. Jesus said, that many will say to him in that day, Lord didn't we do x, y, and z. And he will tell them, I don't know you. Paul said, that saved people are new creatures. Finally, James says, "faith without works is dead." The point is this, true salvation will produce the proof of FRUIT. If it does not, then simply put it is not genuine faith!
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through James 2:1-13 with a study entitled, "Faith Without Favorites." The big idea is this, all Christians should treat their brothers and sisters in Christ equally, especially those whom they serve with side by side in their local church. Jesus does not play favorites with his children, neither should we!
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes provides the "cliff-notes" version of a recent sermon from his continued exposition of the book of James. Essentially, the big idea is this. Those who hear the word only are deceived into thinking themselves truly Christian. Now, Dr. Starnes shows how Paul and Jesus both taught the same concept by cross-reference. Are you saved or self-deceived, a hearer or a doer?
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes continues walking through the book of James in verses 18-20. Using the illustration of Moses in the book of Exodus, he reveals to us that while as believers, we may at times be justified in our anger, we are never to lose our temper. Moreover, following James' practical advice in these verses allows one to deescalate conflict in relationships and the local church.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes takes listeners through the rest of James 1:17 to reveal this truth, God is immutable, that is he never, ever changes. God is already perfect, and perfection cannot be improved upon!
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes continues his expositional walk through the book of James. We see that God is not only the source of all good gifts, but he gives them in the best way. Most important of all, we will see that the best gift God ever gave humanity was himself.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes continues a series of messages from the book of James. In today's message you will notice a simple outline has been provided to assist our listeners to understand James' warning about sin.
What Makes Sin So Dangerous?
Sin is Seductive
Sin is Destructive
Sin is Deceptive
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through James 1:9-11, discussing the importance of how Christian's view material wealth and possessions. We hope this episode will deepen your walk with Christ.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes begins a brand new study on the book of James. These episodes are based upon Dr. Starnes' sermon series James: Christian Living in an Unchristian World, originally preached at Cedar Shoals Baptist Church.
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes walks listeners through Paul's words regarding spiritual warfare. In order to help listeners outline the passage for understanding, Dr. Starnes provides a simple outline.
We Must Depend Upon the Lord (v.10)
We Must Determine the Enemy (v. 12-13)
We Must Dawn The Tools of Warfare (v.14-20)
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes takes us through Paul's instruction on how Christians are to operate in the work place. Have you ever considered that how you act and react in your job, whether you are in management or just a layperson, is a reflection of your relationship with Jesus Christ and witness to those around you?
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In today's episode, Dr. Starnes takes us through Paul's instruction of the Christian home. In our world today, we see marriage and family being redefined in more ways than one. However, God's Word is clear on what a marriage is and what each member of the family's role is to be. Are you longing for a more joyous and deeper relationship with your spouse? How are things with the kids? Perhaps, it's time to do family God's way!
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In this episode, Dr. Starnes walks us through a passage in which Paul informs the Ephsians how to live their lives in this wicked world. We will note, that we are to walk in light, and that we are to walk in wisdom. Moreover, we will see that both of these ideas are connected by the thread of God's word. In other words, when we walk in the Word, we will by default be walking in light and wisdom.
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In today's episode, Pastor Brad takes us through the rest of chapter four and begins, briefly, chapter 5 of Paul's letter to the church at Ephesus. Several lessons we learn in this text are, that our sin, as believers, grieves the Holy Spirit. Secondly ,we should let the past go, harbor no ill feelings towards our fellow believers, show compassion and forgiveness towards all the saints, in doing this we imitate God's relationship towards us. Finally, we receive a warning that those who practice sin, will not inherit the kingdom of God. Moreover, God's wrath is against sinners now, and will be in the future unless they repent.
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In today's episode, Pastor Brad moves us through a portion of Ephesians that covers our new nature as believers. We pray that this episode is a blessing to our hearers.
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In today's episode, Pastor Brad continues his exposition of Ephesians while also teaching us how to deal with "problem passages." Have you ever read something in the Bible that just seemed odd or out of place even in its immediate context? Then you do not want to miss this episode!
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In this episode, Pastor Brad breaks down each verse of Paul's words to the Ephesian church about Christian Unity. Church division hurts! Perhaps, you have seen division or fighting in your church and are wondering what can be done. Paul has a word for you in Ephesians 4:1-6.
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In this episode, we see Jesus inform the disciples about the coming persecution they would face. We see the passage in two parts
The Promise of Persecution
The Promise of Perseverance. We pray that God will take this sermon and utilize it in your journey with Jesus.
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In this episode, Pastor Brad finishes Ephesians 3, by covering Paul's Prayer for the People. In this, we see how we can and should pray for other believers.
- The Posture of Paul's Prayer
- The Purpose of Paul's Prayer
- The Praise of Paul's Prayer
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By request, Pastor Brad is uploading several recent sermons from his series, "The Last Days According to Jesus," based from a verse by verse walk through of Mark chapter 13. It is our prayer, that above all you will be prepared for the soon coming of the Lord Jesus by knowing that you have repented of your sins and believed the Gospel. Secondly, that believers would be prepared by staying in the word and close to the Lord as the days dwindle.
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In today's episode, Pastor Brad slowly walks us through a rather deep portion of scripture as Paul continues to belabor the mystery of the Gospel and the greatness and unsearchable glory of Christ himself!
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In this episode, Pastor Brad takes us through the first 7 verses of Ephesians 3. In doing so, we see the wonderful news that the gospel has been made available to not only the Jews, but also the gentiles. In other words, anyone and everyone can be saved through Christ, no matter who they are, what color they are, or where they are from! This mystery was unknown to the Old Testament saints, but God chose Paul to reveal the glorious mystery to the world!
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In this episode, Pastor Brad breaks down the last section of Ephesians 2. He reveals to us the insights from Paul's analogy of a household and a building. We see that no matter what our color, ethnicity, rank, or status, if you are saved you are part of God's family and he loves his children equally. Enjoy this truth and much more in today's episode.
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In this episode, Pastor Brad reminds us that God saved us to SERVE and not SIT in verse 10 of Ephesians 2. From this point, he moves on to cover the wonderful unity that exists in Christ by relating Paul's words on how Gentiles and Jews alike are one in Christ, who reconciled those who believe to God by his cross. You will not want to miss a second of this episode!
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In this episode, Pastor Brad walks us through the first portion of Ephesians 2, as the Apostle Paul describes the condition of believers before their conversion. Furthermore, as Pastor Brad shows us, Paul's point is that the conversion of the Ephesian believers was completely a work of God, and not of man. As with all lessons, Pastor Brad utilizes Bible study questions and tools in order to emulate for listeners how to study the Bible for themselves.
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In this episode, Pastor Brad breaks down the third chapter of John teaching listeners how to conduct an inductive Bible study. He reveals to us the three steps of inductive Bible study: Observation, Interpretation, and Application. Pastor Brad references one of the "tools of the trade," a Bible dictionary in this episode showing listeners how to utilize it. We hope this lesson, will be a blessing to you on your walk with Christ.
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In this episode, Pastor Brad finishes chapter one of Paul's letter to the Ephesians. The two major thoughts of this portion of scripture are Paul's prayer for the people, and lastly the dominion of Christ. As we see, that for Paul everything about the gospel and faith in general relate back to the resurrection of Jesus Christ by the power of God the Father.
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In today's episode, Pastor Brad continues his exposition of the first chapter of Paul's letter to the Church at Ephesus. Pastor Brad also references a few Bible study tools to understand the key word of this passage, "Redemption." We pray that this episode will be a blessing to its hearers.
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In this episode, Pastor Brad walks us through verses 3-6 breaking down each statement of Paul. We see the sometimes difficult to comprehend doctrine of Predestination. Predestination is a biblical concept, the word "predestined" or "predestinated" are used throughout scripture. Believers should not fear these doctrines, but rejoice in them as we seek to more fully understand them. As always, Pastor Brad models "asking questions," as he moves through the text to more fully understand a given passage!
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In today's episode, Pastor Brad introduces the Paul's letter to the Ephesians. He overviews the basic questions to ask when starting a book study, as well as the historical background of Ephesians itself. It is our prayer, that you will be blessed and challenged, but most of all equipped for every good work!
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Do you desire to study God’s word in a deeper way? Have you ever read a passage and thought, “that’s weird, why did he say that or what does that mean?” Bible study tools such dictionaries, commentaries, and concordances can be a great help to those seeking to study God’s word. In this episode, Pastor Brad covers some of the basic Bible study tools while giving some advice on where to begin!
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In this episode, Pastor Brad gives listeners a brief overview of the role context plays in proper Bible interpretation. Pastor Brad provides various examples of contexts, as well as over viewing how to interpret a few example passages. It is the prayer of Pastor Brad that this episode will encourage listeners to study their Bible more carefully and in context!
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