Verse By Verse Bible Study Podcast: Recent Episodes
Richard Church
Join us as we study God's infallible word, verse by verse. The Verse By Verse Podcast contains expositional preaching through the entire Bible. Each half hour lesson is added about once per week. These lessons seek to show the symbolism of the Old Testament fulfilled in Christ, the progression of the dispensations, and the practical application of God's word to the life of the believer.
Antioch became an early base of operations for the Apostle Paul. In this lesson, we learn about this important church and the important part it played in the preservation of God's word.
The distinguishing characteristic of the dispensation of grace is that the difference between Jew and Gentile has been removed. But when did this change take place?
The events of Acts 10 show that a very important transition has begun in the book of Acts.
The events that follow Saul's encounter on the road to Damascus are sometimes troubling to grace believers. Why does Ananias tell Saul to get baptized, if a new dispensation is beginning? We look at that issue and more in this lesson.
Was Saul ineligible for salvation under the Kingdom Program? Join us as we examine the Biblical doctrine of the unpardonable sin and how it applies to Saul of Tarsus.
Acts 9 marks a turning point in the book of Acts, with the conversion of Saul of Tarsus.
After a great gospel campaign in Samaria, the Lord calls Philip to stand beside a highway in the middle of nowhere. What purpose could the Lord have in this?
After a great gospel campaign in Samaria, the Lord calls Philip to stand beside a highway in the middle of nowhere. What purpose could the Lord have in this?
The Simon of Acts 8, often called Simon Magus, is a mysterious character about whom the Scripture does not have much to say, but we can learn some important lesssons from Simon Magus.
In this lesson we look at the Scripture, history and tradition regarding the Magi that visit the Lord Jesus Christ with gifts.
Does Romans 13 teach that Christians must obey government under all circumstances? Join us for the conclusion of this lesson from Daniel 6 and Romans 13.
Does Romans 13 teach that Christians must obey government under all circumstances? Join us for part 1 of this lesson from Daniel 6 and Romans 13.
One of the many Old Testament sacrifices was the thanksgiving offering. In this lesson, we see how the details of this Old Testament sacrifice relate to the believer today.
Acts 6 and 7 mark an important turning point in the Scriptures. Join us as we examine the events surrounding the stoning of Stephen.
Acts 6 and 7 mark an important turning point in the Scriptures. Join us as we examine the events surrounding the stoning of Stephen.
Disputes in the Jerusalem Church led to the appointment of seven men to attend to the "daily ministration." These men are often described as the first deacons and, in this lesson, we examine the relationship between and qualifications for elders and deacons.
One of the clearly portrayed characteristics of the believers in early Acts is their willingness to suffer for the name of Christ.
One of the clearly portrayed characteristics of the believers in early Acts is their willingness to suffer for the name of Christ.
Peter and John proclaim the word of God with great boldness, even in the face of government persecution.
In Acts 4, Peter preaches that Jesus Christ, as the stone that the builders rejected, has been made the head of the corner.
In Peter's Acts 3 sermon, he claims to be preaching what was spoken by all the prophets since the world began. Yet Paul in Romans 16 claims to be preaching what was kept secret since the world began. Can these be the same?
In Peter's sermon in Acts 3, he offers Israel a renewed offer of the kingdom. In this lesson, we see how Peter's message relates to the Old Testament city of refuge.
Peter heals a lame man at the temple, demonstrating the power of Christ. In this lesson, we examine the similarities between this lame man's physical healing and the work of God in saving sinners.
At the end of Acts 2, we see the church at Jerusalem functioning in complete harmony, although this was not to last very long. If there is any element of the Pentecostal church that we ought to seek to recreate today, it is this "singleness of heart."
In this final lesson from Peter's Pentecostal sermon, we examine some details regarding the giving of the Holy Spirit and it's changing nature throughout the book of Acts.
In this lesson we study some of the Old Testament roots of water baptism in connection with Peter's command on the day of Pentecost to "repent and be baptized."
In this lesson we study some of the Old Testament roots of water baptism in connection with Peter's command on the day of Pentecost to "repent and be baptized."
On Pentecost, Peter was calling Israel to repentance, but is repentance necessary for salvation in the dispensation of grace? In this lesson, we study the Biblical definition of repentance and whether or not it is necessary for salvation.
Peter ends his Pentecostal sermon by calling the nation of Israel to repentance. In this lesson, we go back into the Old Testament history of Israel to see the role that repentance played in their national blessings and curses.
Peter ends his Pentecostal sermon by calling the nation of Israel to repentance. In this lesson, we go back into the Old Testament history of Israel to see the role that repentance played in their national blessings and curses.
As Peter continues his Pentecostal sermon, he presents Christ as the fulfiillment of several of David's Psalms. In this lesson we see Christ presented as the Messiah and king of Israel who was raised to sit on David's throne.
Peter says that Christ was delivered to death "by the determinate counsel and foreknowledge of God." Does the fact that God foreordained the death of Christ remove Israel's responsibility for the death of their Messiah? This is one of the questions we examine in this week's lesson.
Peter explains that the events of the day of Pentecost are the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy. In this lesson, we continue to look at what Joel prophesied and how it relates to Pentecost.
Peter explains that the events of the day of Pentecost are the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy. In this lesson, we begin to look at what Joel prophesied and how it relates to Pentecost.
Speaking in tongues was one of the miraculous activities on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. In this lesson, we continue to examine the question of whether the gift of tongues is in effect today.
Speaking in tongues was one of the miraculous activities on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. In this lesson, we continue to examine the question of whether the gift of tongues is in effect today.
Speaking in tongues was one of the miraculous activities on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. In this lesson, we begin to examine the question of whether the gift of tongues is in effect today.
In this lesson, we see how the events of Pentecost in Acts 2 fulfill the types of the Old Testament feast day.
The death of Judas Iscariot left a vacancy among the apostles. In this lesson, we see how Peter applies the word of God in the selection of Matthias to replace Judas.
At Christ's ascension, the disciples are found gazing into heaven. Are you like the disciples or are you busy about the things of the Lord?
As we continue our study of the book of Acts, we examine Luke's version of the Great Commission in the opening verses of Acts, and see why this commission is not intended for the body of Christ.
As we continue our study of the book of Acts, we examine Luke's version of the Great Commission in the opening verses of Acts, and see why this commission is not intended for the body of Christ.
In this lesson from the 2015 Mid-Winter Retreat at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we look at the mysterious character of Melchizedek.
In this lesson from the 2015 Mid-Winter Retreat at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we look at the mysterious character of Melchizedek.
In this lesson from the 2015 Mid-Winter Retreat at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we study a passage of Scripture which many claim teaches loss of salvtion.
In this lesson from the 2015 Mid-Winter Retreat at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we study the high priestly role of the Lord Jesus Christ with respect to Israel.
In this lesson we examine Paul's prayer recorded in Ephesians 3. We see how Paul's prayer differs from the way we often pray.
In this lesson we examine Paul's prayer recorded in Ephesians 3. We see how Paul's prayer differs from the way we often pray.
When a lost sinner passes from death unto life, there are very real spiritual changes which take place. Join us to see how an understanding of the old man and the new man is essential to living a sanctified life.
When a lost sinner passes from death unto life, there are very real spiritual changes which take place. Join us to see how an understanding of the old man and the new man is essential to living a sanctified life.
In John 3, Christ said that He would be lifted up "as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness." In this lesson, we see how the account of the brasen serpent in Numbers 21 was a powerful picture of the cross-work of Christ.
Many people are approaching the new year with a high degree of uncertainty. In this lesson, we learn three things that every believer can have certainty about in the year to come.
God's word teaches us to look past our immediate circumstances and to live with an eternal purpose.
Part of the job description of the believer is to "hold forth the word of life." Many today question whether any Bible in their own language can actually be "the word of life." In this lesson, we examine some of the issues surrounding the Bible version debate.
In 2 Timothy 2:15, Paul provides us with the antidote to false doctrine and the key to serving God in the dispensation of grace.
Is the doctrine of eternal torment incompatible with the love of God? What will be the attitude of those unsaved who are sent to hell and later the lake of fire? Join us as we examine these issues from the word of God.
Is the doctrine of eternal torment incompatible with the love of God? What will be the attitude of those unsaved who are sent to hell and later the lake of fire? Join us as we examine these issues from the word of God.
An undue emphasis of the Law is based in a failure to recognize the utter corruption of the old man. Paul, on the other hand, concludes that he is a wretched man, completely dependent on the grace of God. Join us as we examine these issues from Romans 7.
Is the doctrine of eternal torment incompatible with the love of God? What will be the attitude of those unsaved who are sent to hell and later the lake of fire? Join us as we examine these issues from the word of God.
An undue emphasis of the Law is based in a failure to recognize the utter corruption of the old man. Paul, on the other hand, concludes that he is a wretched man, completely dependent on the grace of God. Join us as we examine these issues from Romans 7.
In this lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we see the important changes that begin to take place in the middle of the book of Acts.
In this lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we see the important changes that begin to take place in the middle of the book of Acts.
In this lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we study the details of Christ's death, burial and resurrection.
In this lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we study the details of Christ's last supper with His disciples.
In this lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI, we study the teachings of the Lord in Matthew 24. Special attention is paid to the meaning of "generation" and who are "taken."
In this first part of a two-part lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, we examine the events of the Mount of Transfiguration and their importance with regard to Bible prophecy.
Far too often, a lost sinner is saved by God's grace, but is then taught to live by the law. How does God's grace work in the life of the believer to bring forth fruit?
Part 2 of a two-part message on the gospel as presented in Romans 3 and 2 Corinthians 5.
Part 1 of a two-part message on the gospel as presented in Romans 3 and 2 Corinthians 5.
In this second part of a two-part lesson from the Timothy Institute at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, we examine the events following the Mount of Transfiguration including the identification of John the Baptist as Elijah and the miracle ministry of Christ and the disciples.
Join us as we see what the Bible has to say about this faithful brother and what lessons we can learn from him.
Paul asks for prayer that God would give him the boldness to carry out his task as an "ambassador in bonds." Join us for this lesson in what it means to be an ambassador of Christ.
Join us for this examination of prayer -- the final piece of the "armor of God" in Ephesians 6.
There are many fanciful teachings in the church today about spiritual warfare. In this lesson, we see what the Bible has to say about the battle in which we are engaged and how to fight it.
In this lesson, we see how the Biblical principles of submission apply to employees and employers.
Now Paul turns to the issue of submission in the Christian family and the proper relationship between fathers and children.
In part 4 of this series of lessons, we continue to look at God's design for marriage as a reflection of the relationship between Christ and the church.
In part 3 of this series of lessons, we continue to look at God's design for marriage as a reflection of the relationship between Christ and the church.
In part 2 of this series of lessons, we continue to look at God's design for marriage as a reflection of the relationship between Christ and the church.
As Paul begins to describe how believers should submit to one another in various relationships, he begins by addressing wives. In this lesson, we begin to examine what the Bible teaches about submission and headship in marriage.
In part two of this important study, we see the example of how even the Lord Jesus Christ submitted Himself. If the Lord Himself demonstrated submission, how much more should believers in Him submit themselves to one another!
One of the characteristics of spiritual maturity is a willing submission to other believers. The Apostle Paul uses a significant portion of the book of Ephesians to describe the ways that believers should submit to one another in their relationships. Join us for this challenging study of God's word.
In Ephesians 5, Paul teaches that one of the results of being filled with the Spirit is that believers should teach one another with "psalms, hymns and spiritual songs." In part 2 of this two part lesson, we continue to examine what the Bible teaches about music and its place in the worship of God.
In Ephesians 5, Paul teaches that one of the results of being filled with the Spirit is that believers should teach one another with "psalms, hymns and spiritual songs." In part 1 of this two part lesson, we begin to see some of the things that the Bible teaches about music and its place in the worship of God.
This lesson from Matthew 11 focuses primarily on the place that Christ's great works and miracles played in verifying His identity as Israel's Messiah, and the refusal of the religious leaders to acknowledge Him as Christ.
In Matthew 4, the Lord Jesus Christ is tempted by the devil. This event reveals some important truths about the Lord's identity and ministry.
In Matthew 4, the Lord Jesus Christ is tempted by the devil. This event reveals some important truths about the Lord's identity and ministry, as well as some practical instruction about how to deal with temptation.
2 Corinthians 5 tells us that believers have received a commission to be ambassadors of reconciliation between God and the world. What does this mean? And what of some of the strange teachings floating around on the Internet from so-called "Grace" preachers about reconciliation? Join us for part 2 of this important and timely study.
2 Corinthians 5 tells us that believers have received a commission to be ambassadors of reconciliation between God and the world. What does this mean? And what of some of the strange teachings floating around on the Internet from so-called "Grace" preachers about reconciliation? Join us for this important and timely study.
Many Christians are not aware that the same king Nebuchadnezzar that sent Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego to the fiery furnace, later became a believer in the Lord God of Israel. Daniel 4 records the circumstances of his conversion.
Many Christians are not aware that the same king Nebuchadnezzar that sent Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego to the fiery furnace, later became a believer in the Lord God of Israel. Daniel 4 records the circumstances of his conversion.
In this lesson, we continue to look at Daniel 9 and the prophecy of the seventy weeks. In this second lesson, we see how the prophecy is stunningly fulfilled with the entry of the Lord Jesus Christ into Jerusalem on "Palm Sunday."
In this lesson, we begin to look at Daniel 9 and the prophecy of the seventy weeks. In this first lesson, we examine the events leading up to the giving of the prophetic revelation and why Daniel was praying and confessing to the Lord.
After telling the believer not to be drunk with wine, Paul instructs us to "be filled with the Spirit." But what does this mean? There is so much foolishness done in the name of "being filled with the Spirit," let's find out what the Bible really teaches.
We all know that there are Christians that go to the extreme on both sides of the issue of alcohol. In this lesson, we look at what the Bible has to say about drunkenness and the consumption of wine and other strong drink.
Do you know the will of God? In this lesson, we see that the will of God is knowable and that knowledge is accessible to every believer.
Do you know the will of God? In this lesson, we see that the will of God is knowable and that knowledge is accessible to every believer.
What does it mean to walk as children of light? Join us for this study of Ephesians 5:6-14.
What does it mean to inherit the kingdom of God? Is the kingdom of God the same as the kingdom of heaven? Is inheriting the kingdom of God the same thing as receiving eternal life? This series of lessons will examine these questions and more.
What does it mean to inherit the kingdom of God? Is the kingdom of God the same as the kingdom of heaven? Is inheriting the kingdom of God the same thing as receiving eternal life? This series of lessons will examine these questions and more.
What does it mean to inherit the kingdom of God? Is the kingdom of God the same as the kingdom of heaven? Is inheriting the kingdom of God the same thing as receiving eternal life? This series of lessons will examine these questions and more.
When you got up this morning, you probably spent some time on your physical hygiene. But have you spent any time today caring for your inner man, your spiritual self? Join us for this lesson from Ephesians 5.
This message from Ephesians 5:1-4 examines the significance of Christ's giving Himself as "a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour" and how your life can be a sweetsmelling savour to God as well.
What is Biblical forgiveness? What instructions does God's Word give us for how to forgive those that have wronged us?
In this lesson, we take a brief look at much of Romans 8 in an attempt to answer the question, "Are all believers joint-heirs with Christ?" You might be surprised by the answer.
God's design in inspiration was to make His word a perfect revelation of Himself. As such, the Bible is of absolute authority, such that God has magnified His word even above His Name.
God's design in inspiration was to make His word a perfect revelation of Himself. As such, the Bible is of absolute authority, such that God has magnified His word even above His Name.
In this third lesson, we continue to look at the dispensational change made possible by the cross work of the Lord Jesus Christ.
In this lesson, we continue to look at how the cross makes a difference in the life of believers. We also begin to look at another important change brought about by the cross -- a change of dispensations from law to grace.
The hour of Christ's death is the most important hour of all history. It not only changed the course of history, but has changed the lives of untold numbers of believers, giving them spiritual life in Him. Join us as we examine the work of the cross and how it changes the lives of all those that believe.
Ephesians 4 instructs believers to endeavor to "keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Since we see so little outward unity among believers, what is this unity and how do we keep it?
Ephesians 4 instructs believers to endeavor to "keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace." Since we see so little outward unity among believers, what is this unity and how do we keep it?
In this lesson from the Berean Bible Church (Chippewa Falls, WI) Timothy Institute, we continue to study the Tower of Babel, as well as the call of Abram.
In this lesson from the Berean Bible Church (Chippewa Falls, WI) Timothy Institute, we look at the events leading up to the confusion of the languages at Babel.
The world views godly wisdom as foolishness, but God has made foolish the wisdom of this world. Join us for this lesson in which we compare the wisdom of the world with the wisdom of God.
The world views godly wisdom as foolishness, but God has made foolish the wisdom of this world. Join us for this lesson in which we compare the wisdom of the world with the wisdom of God.
Once all sin has been judged at the Great White Throne, God will create a new heaven and earth where the saved of all ages will dwell for eternity. This lesson includes a discussion of the identity of the Bride of Christ, which has often been misidentified.
Following the Millennial Kingdom, and preceding the new heaven and new earth, all of the dead are brought before the Great White Throne for judgment. Who will appear at this judgment and what is being judged? Join us for this lesson to find out.
Christ's return will be followed by the establishment of the prophesied kingdom. In this lesson, we examine some of the changes in the earth during the Millennial reign.
In this lesson, we examine the return of Christ to the earth at the end of the tribulation period.
The period of time known as the tribulation is possibly the most clearly defined period of time in all of the Bible.
The period of time known as the tribulation is possibly the most clearly defined period of time in all of the Bible.
In this lesson, we continue to look at the man referred to in the Bible as the "antichrist." What does the Bible tell us about the identity of this prophesied man?
In this lesson, we begin to look at the man referred to in the Bible as the "antichrist." What does the Bible tell us about the identity of this prophesied man?
Romans 11 describes an olive tree, from which some of the natural branches have been broken off, with wild branches grafted in. What is the significance of this olive tree and how does it relate to our understanding of Bible prophecy?
When Bible prophecy teachers set dates for the rapture or the return of Christ, they are invariably proven wrong. Find out why no date can be predicted for the rapture or the second coming.
As we study 2 Thessalonians 2 and the end of the present dispensation of grace, we are introduced to the "man of sin", or the Anti-Christ.
As we study 2 Thessalonians 2 and the end of the present dispensation of grace, we are introduced to the "man of sin", or the Anti-Christ.
The father of John the Baptist said the coming of Christ would be the fulfillment of the things spoken by all the prophets since the world began. Paul spoke of the preaching of Jesus Christ according to the revelation of the mystery, which was kept secret since the world began. How do these statements apply to the study of Bible prophecy?
This is the first lesson in a new series on Bible Prophecy. In this lesson, we look at king Nebuchadnezzar's dream in Daniel 2 and how it has been fulfilled in the world empires of history. We also look specifically at the fifth kingdom, and its future fulfillment in the kingdom of the Anti-Christ.
In Ephesians 5, God likens the relationship between a husband and wife to the relationship between Christ and the church. This lesson examines this relationship and why it is referred to as "a great mystery." (Originally preached at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI in February 2013.)
In Ephesians 5, God likens the relationship between a husband and wife to the relationship between Christ and the church. This lesson examines this relationship and why it is referred to as "a great mystery." (Originally preached at Berean Bible Church in Chippewa Falls, WI in February 2013.)
What is God's purpose for the institution of human government? Why did He ordain this institution and what limitations has He placed upon it? (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
What is God's purpose for the institution of human government? Why did He ordain this institution and what limitations has He placed upon it? (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
In this lesson, we examine the institution of corporate worship. What is the Biblical purpose of this divine institution? (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
Following the institution of volition, we examine the closely related institutions of marriage and family. (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
Following the institution of volition, we examine the closely related institutions of marriage and family. (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
In the book of Genesis, we see the creation of the universe and of man. With the creation of man, God began to establish divine institutions for the governing of human affairs and social relationships. In this lesson, we begin to look at these Divine Institutions. (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
In the book of Genesis, we see the creation of the universe and of man. With the creation of man, God began to establish divine institutions for the governing of human affairs and social relationships. In this lesson, we begin to look at these Divine Institutions. (Originally preached at Grace Bible Church in Warren, Michigan in September 2012.)
While the gospel of Mark presents Christ as a servant, at the end of the book we see Him a servant no more. Mark ends, as do each of the gospels, with Christ's ascension into heaven. In this lesson, we examine the prophetic and spiritual significance of Christ being seated at God's right hand.
In Mark's version of the Great Commission, Christ tells the disciples that certain miraculous signs will follow as people believe the preaching of the gospel of the kingdom. Despite the claims of many, we do not see these signs in operation today. In this lesson we learn why the Great Commission is not the "marching orders" for the body of Christ.
After His resurrection, Christ commissions His disciples to go into all the world. Is this the marching orders for the church today?
After His resurrection, Christ commissions His disciples to go into all the world. Is this the marching orders for the church today?
As reports started to circulate about the empty tomb and appearances of Christ, the disciples were slow to believe in the resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.
It is not the Twelve Disciples, but the women who ministered to Christ, who become the first witnesses of His resurrection on the first day of the week.
At the moment of Christ's death, He "cried with a loud voice." Not a cry of despair or sorrow, this was a cry of victory as Christ completed the work for which He had come to the earth.
From the cross, Christ quotes from the first verse of Psalm 22. In this lesson, we explore the significance of Christ's words from the cross.
In this lesson, we examine the significance of the crown of thorns placed on the head of Christ, and its fulfillment of Old Testament types.
The guilty Barabbas is set free, while the innocent Lord Jesus Christ is put to death. What connections can we see between these events and the Old Testament scapegoat?
In order to put Christ to death, the Jewish leaders needed the agreement of the Roman Prefect Pontius Pilate. In this lesson, we examine Christ's trial before this man.