TRCI Bible Study: Recent Episodes
Landon davis
Each weekday we will study a chapter of the New Testament. Special topical studies will be added on the weekends.
God Manifest in the Flesh - We consider what Paul meant when he said that God was manifest in the flesh.
Episode 1 - Through the New Testament in 2024
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John calls for repentance, baptized believers, and then fulfills God’s righteousness by baptizing Christ. God sends supernatural affirmation.
Herod tries to kill the Christ, but God according to His foreordained plan preserves Him.
We are introduced to Jesus. God was with us that He might save His people from their sins.
Paul gives honor to his fellow servants, warns of false teachers, and gives assurance that God will establish the saints.
Paul taught the church to extend grace and respect one another’s convictions. He also encouraged believers to be sensitive to their conscience and to make decisions based on their faith.
Christians are instructed how to live in society, act towards their neighbor, and behave in their personal life.
Paul encouraged us to present ourselves to God, to be holy, to have faith, to use our gifts, and to live a Christian life.
Paul shares a message of hope concerning Israel’s salvation, warns Christians against falling away, and celebrates the mercy of God.
Paul declares the power of faith and confession. With the heart we believe into righteousness and with the mouth we confess unto salvation.
Paul speaks of God’s sovereignty. God can call a people (or person) his people or his beloved though they have lived a life of sin. He will have compassion on those he extends mercy to.
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Paul forbids the Christian to continue in sin. Baptism buries our old man. By faith, we are raised to new life. Sin no longer has dominion over us. We are free from sin. We choose who to present ourselves servants of. Those that serve God in righteousness have the promise of eternal life.
Paul expounds on the grace of God. Through Adam sin and death reigned. Through Christ grace and life reign supreme.
Paul shows that the promises of Abraham are to all believers. They are not earned by circumcision or by keeping the Old Testament law because God promised blessings on Abraham and his children before circumcision and the law were given.
Paul demonstrates that Jews and Gentiles are guilty of sin. The hope of salvation is faith in Christ.
Paul explains that God’s will judge both Jews and Gentiles. Judgment will be based on the deeds that we do.
Paul greets the church in Roman. Describes the sins of men and the justice of God’s judgment.
Paul concludes his letter with a warning of discipline, a call to repentance, a push for unity, and a prayer for the blessings of God.
Paul reveals the heart of a true man of God. A sincere God called minister while teach the truth even if it requires personal sacrifice.
Paul affirms his rights as an apostle. He assures that his motivation is pure. He wants to present them acceptably to Christ.
Paul warns the church about thinking too highly of themselves or comparing themselves with one another. He asserts his right to minister to them and let’s them know that he is not self seeking. He seeks to edify them and take the gospel to places beyond Corinth.
Paul calls the church to holiness and repentance. He thanks them for their comfort and expresses his confidence in them.
This message reminds us that God called us to serve him, enjoy his presence, and experience a personal transformation.
Paul encouraged the church to respond to grace, open their hearts, and come out of the world.
Paul reminds the church that Christ’s reconciliation made them new creatures. We are compelled by love to minister this reconciliation to the world.
Paul emphasizes that he, and the church, must continue to serve the Lord and share the truth.
Paul states believers are the letter of Christ, read by all men. We have a glorious covenant and we are being changed into the image of Christ.
Paul instructs the church to love and restore a disciplined member. He speaks of handling the word with sincerity and as a testimony of life.
Paul writes to the church and express his desire to comfort, inspire, and strengthen them.
Paul gave final instructions regarding collect offerings for the saints, continuing in the faith, reverencing the ministry, and unifying with the brothers, the body of Christ.
Paul explains the gospel, defends the doctrine or resurrection, and remains believers to continue in faith so that they can receive their reward.
Paul teaches how to appropriately use the gifts of tongues and prophesy to bless the church.
Paul writes about the customs and practices of the church. He instructs the women to have long hair and the men to keep their hair short. He then gives instructions regarding the Lord’s supper.
Paul addresses controversy regarding idols. He warns against turning away from God and being judged. He also instructs them to consider their brothers when exercising their liberty.
Paul continues to teach about sacrifice and restraint for the kingdom. In particular, he discusses God’s plan for ministerial compensation and his personal choice to refrain from accepting monetary compensation from the Corinthian church.
We express our devotion and our faith by calling out to God. When we call to God, He responds and calls us.
God created it. The world is obsessed with it. Let’s learn what the Bible says about sex.
Paul address a controversy of his day and admonishes us to love and consider the needs of the weakest in the faith.
Paul warns against defrauding one another, against unrighteousness, and particularly against the snare of sexual temptation and immorality. Don’t be deceived these things will keep you out of the kingdom of God.
Through the Scripture God brought His people out of impossible situations. This inspiring message reminds us that he will do the same for us today.
In this topical Bibles study, we look at how the church should respond to those who walk away.
Paul reminds the church that the Lord is the ultimate judge. We are simply servants. He tells them that they need to accept correction and change their ways.
Paul’s exhorts the church to come together in unity as the temple of God’s Spirit. He warns of judgment for those that would seek to divide the body. It is a work of the flesh and not the Spirit.
Paul contrast the natural man and his understanding with the Spirit and the mind of Christ.
Paul reminds the church of Corinth that they are called to be saints, encourages unity, expounds on the power of preaching, and insist that God can use them for his glory.
Paul closes his letter by encouraging the spiritual to restore those that are fallen, for every man to learn to bear his own burdens, to take care of the ministry, to help all men especially those in the church, and to receive the grace of Jesus Christ.
Paul contrast trusting the law and believing in Christ. He also compares the works of the flesh with the fruit of the Spirit. He concludes by insisting that believers live a Spirit led life.
The Bible gives us guiding principles so we can be good stewards or our blessing and avoid poverty.
Paul reminds Christians that we are children of promise. Christ spirit is in us and truly sets us free.
Paul warns against going back to the law. He testifies that his gospel and ministry to the Gentiles was affirmed by the apostles in Jerusalem.
Paul writes to the church in Galatia. He emphasizes that their is only one gospel and that he has received it by God and was sent to preach it to them.
Paul admonishes the believers to be careful of their association with other believers that are rebellious, lazy, or troublemakers.
Paul wrote about the coming of the Lord, our gathering to Him, the deception of the man of sin, and the judgment of God.
Paul commends the church for their faith in spite of opposition. He reminds them of the coming of the Lord to be glorified in the saints and to judge the unbelievers.
Paul gives final instructions exhorting the church to be ready for the coming of the Lord, to be at peace with one another, to have the right spirit, and to be wholly sanctified.
Paul warns the church to abstain sexual sins. He gives them practical instructions for living a productive and upright life. He then reminds of our hope; Jesus is coming back and we will meet him in the air.
In this episode, we consider the scriptural commands for gender distinction in our appearance. In particular, we will examine Paul’s instruction to the church in 1 Corinthians 11.
Jesus shared the Passover meal with his disciples. He is betrayed by Judas and abandoned by the others.
We read what the Scripture says about the coming of Christ, the resurrection, and the rapture.
Jesus withstands the traps that the Pharisees, Sadducees, and scribes try to lay for him. He able to answer all of their questions with wisdom. He exposes them and warns the people against following them.
Jesus rises into Jerusalem, curses the fig tree, cleansed the temple, and respond to the chief priest and rulers.
Jesus teaches on divorces, blesses children, instructs the rich young ruler, exhorts his disciples to serve, and heals a blind man.
Jesus is transfigured. He teaches his disciples about faith, prayer, fasting, and humility.
Jesus said that a believer would do greater works than He had done. What are we asked to do that Jesus didn't do? What is the greatest work that He would have us do?
In today’s episode, we look at what the Bible says about healing and miracles in our day.
Jesus feed a multitude and heals a blind man. Peter confesses that Jesus is the Christ. Jesus calls his disciples to take up their cross and follow Him.
Jesus warn of impure hearts. He delivers a daughter based on the faithful persistence of her mother. He heals a deaf and mute man.
Jesus sends the disciples, feeds the multitude, walks on the sea, and heals all that touch his garment.
Why was Jesus baptized by John the Baptist? What was the purpose? What should we learn from it?
Jesus heals on the Sabbath. He also calls the twelve and gives them power of heal and cast out demons. The Pharisees accuse him of being possessed. Jesus warns against blaspheming the Holy Ghost and states that all those that do the will of God are His family.
Jesus demonstrates that He has the authority to forgive sins and is the Lord even of the Sabbath.
This action packed opens with a call to repentance, a command to be water baptized for the forgiveness of sins, and the promise of the Spirit. We see the discipline and the power of Christ, our perfect example.
James concludes his epistles by encouraging the church to endure, persist in prayer, and reach for the lost.
James warns against worldliness, calls for humble repentance, and reminds believers to acknowledge God in all their ways.
What has worth with God? What does consider his treasure? How does he measure His riches?
Grace is amazing, but does it give us a license to sin? What happens is a Christian continues in a sinful lifestyle? Is he covered by grace?
James warns of the danger of the tongue, and encourages Christian to be gentle and to sow righteousness in peace.
James argues that the evidence of true faith is our works. Faith alone without works is incomplete faith, dead, and unable to save.
James gives us practical advice for overcoming test. He defines pure religion and describes what is necessary to be blessed.
What is the saving gospel of Christ? Have you believed and obeyed the full gospel? What does the Bible say?
Paul faces the counsel, survives a conspiracy to take his life, and is finally sent to Felix to await trial.
Judges 9:7-15 records the "The Parable of the Trees." We consider the parable and its application to our lives.
We consider what the Bible, not just a verse or two taken out of the context of the whole of revelation, say about salvation.
Paul is warned of his impending imprisonment. He accepts the word and continues on willing to suffer and even die for the cause of Christ.
Paul stops to say his goodbyes as he makes his way to Jerusalem. He knows that he will be imprisoned and will not see the saints again so he leaves them final instructions concerning godly living and the church.
Paul rebaptizes believers in the name of Jesus and prays with them until they receive the Spirit evidenced by tongues. Revival spreads and people turn away from their superstitions and towards the true God.
Paul preached the gospel. Apollos receives a greater revelation of truth and mightily declares Christ.
Paul faces much opposition but continues spreading the gospel. In Athens, he declares the unknown God.
What does it mean to be lost? Why are the unsaved described as lost? Join us for an insightful and challenging message.
We will compare and contrast the accounts in Acts of converts initially receiving the gift (dorea) of the Spirit and Paul’s instructions to Spirit baptized believers concerning the gifts (charisma) of tongues and interpretation.
Paul and Silas face opposition, are imprisoned, and then are set free as they praise God.
The church settles a major doctrinal dispute. Paul and Barnabas part ways forming two missionary teams.
Paul and Barnabas face persecution. They continue to minister powerfully. Eventually, Paul is stoned, but the Lord raises him up. The missionary endeavor is a tremendous success.
Paul and Barnabas go out on a missionary journey. They face opposition but God brings revival.
In this sermon, we consider the power of the gospel to save people, and the responsibility of the church to share the gospel.
In today’s lesson, we examine what the Scripture says about speaking in tongues and receiving the Spirit.
Peter gives his account of the Gentiles’ conversion. Barbaras and Saul minister in Antioch. The Lord sends a prophetic word to the church.
Persecution comes to the church and revival spreads as Christians are dispersed. The Holy Ghost is poured out in Samaria. An Ethiopian is miraculously converted and baptized.
The early church settles an internal dispute and experiences great revival. The apostles appoint other leaders. One of these men, Stephen is arrested and charged with blasphemy yet he stands strong in his faith.
The disciples are imprisoned, beaten, threatened, yet they continue to preach Jesus and the church continues to grow.
The disciples, in the face of persecution, declare that salvation is on available in the name of Jesus. The church is united and blessed with tremendous growth.
Jesus reminded his disciples of the coming Spirit. He ascends, and they wait expectantly for the Comforter to come.
We read about the resurrection, commissioning of the disciples to preach Christ to all the world, and the ascension of Christ.
Jesus sought out the lost. He then told a parable about stewardship. Finally, he made his triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
Jesus warns of loving money. He then illustrates the need for generosity and service to God with the parable of the rich man and Lazarus.
Jesus explains the cost of discipleship. He exhorts his followers to humble themselves and respond to His invitation.
In this episode, Jesus calls men to repentance. He warns of judgment and commits to journeying to Jerusalem to be crucified.
Jesus warns against hypocrisy, fearing men, denying him, blasphemy, and covetousness. He instructs his disciples to confess him, be ready, do his will, and make peace with God now.
Jesus teaches about making a decision to be for Him and then hearing and keeping the Word of God.
In this episode, we will look at facts about the mighty God expressed in the New Testament.
In this chapter, Jesus revealed what should be the priorities of every believer: praying for laborers to do the Lord’s work, knowing that your name is written in heaven, loving God and people, and finally spending time in the presence of Christ.
In this chapter, we will the tremendous power, privilege, responsibility, and sacrifice that is necessary to truly be a disciple of Christ.
In this episode, we learn Jesus’ teaching concerning the Word of God. We also see his power over nature, demons, sickness, and death.
In this episode, we will Jesus respond to humility, faith, needs, perseverance, and heartfelt love.
In this episode, Jesus exposes the Pharisees, call his disciples, teaches against hypocrisy, and calls for obedience.
In this episode, we learn about Jesus calling his disciples, performing miracles, and forgiving sins. He promises to do a new work.
Today we will learn how to overcome temptation based on the example of Christ. We will also read of his early ministry, his anointing, and his purpose.
In this episode, we are introduced to the powerfully ministry of John and see the public ministry of Jesus launched after His baptism.
In this episode, we will read and learn from Luke chapter 2. We will close by discussing the Big Ideas that we learned about God.