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Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In Matthew 10, Jesus sends out the twelve apostles with authority to heal, cast out demons, and proclaim that the kingdom of heaven is at hand - but he also warns them that discipleship will come with sacrifice, rejection, and suffering. Sam and Will discuss the difference between disciples and apostles, whether miraculous gifts continue today, why Jesus initially sends the Twelve only to Israel, how ministry should relate to money, and what it means to be “wise as serpents and innocent as doves.” If you enjoyed the episode, like, comment, subscribe, and share The Bible Show. Chapters 00:00 - Intro and Matthew 10 Overview 05:38 - Jesus Gives the Twelve Authority 12:07 - Do Christians Still Have Healing Power? 17:14 - Disciples vs. Apostles 23:31 - Why Did Jesus Choose Judas? 26:53 - Why Jesus Sent Them to Israel First 35:16 - Miracles, Ministry, and Money 43:22 - The Purpose of Jesus’ Miracles 54:16 - Shaking the Dust Off Your Feet 58:47 - Are All Sins Judged the Same? 01:03:48 - Sheep Among Wolves 01:06:08 - The Cost of Discipleship 01:09:12 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Matthew10 #GospelOfMatthew #Jesus #TwelveApostles #BibleStudy #Christianity #Discipleship #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalTeaching #Miracles #FollowingJesus

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will continue through Leviticus 23, exploring how Israel’s feast calendar points to themes of harvest, repentance, atonement, joy, and God’s presence. They connect Pentecost to Acts 2, the trumpet blasts to the coming of the King, the Day of Atonement to the need for forgiveness, and the Feast of Booths to Jesus’ claims to be the source of living water and the light of the world. If you enjoyed the episode, like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who loves studying the Bible. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 02:47 - Why Israel’s Feasts Mattered 09:19 - Pentecost and the Biblical Harvest 19:06 - Acts 2 and 3,000 Saved 24:31 - A Harvest From Every Nation 39:17 - Pentecost and the Tower of Babel 40:14 - The Feast of Trumpets 46:58 - The Day of Atonement 50:51 - The Feast of Booths 57:21 - Palm Branches and Hosanna 01:02:31 - Jesus and Living Water 01:07:26 - “I Am the Light of the World” 01:10:46 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Leviticus #Leviticus23 #Pentecost #FeastOfTrumpets #DayOfAtonement #FeastOfBooths #Sukkot #BibleStudy #Jesus #Acts2 #BiblicalFeasts #ChristianPodcast

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO Check out Resilient Faith Co. for meaningful Christian gifts: shopresilientfaith.com In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will continue through the second half of Matthew 9, exploring the healing of the bleeding woman, the raising of Jairus’ daughter, the healing of two blind men, and the restoration of a mute man. Along the way, they unpack what these miracles reveal about Jesus’ identity, compassion, authority over death, and repeated emphasis on faith. The episode closes with Jesus’ compassion for people who are “like sheep without a shepherd” and His call for laborers to enter the harvest. If this conversation encourages you, like the video, leave a comment, share it, and subscribe for more episodes of The Bible Show. Chapters 00:00 - Welcome to The Bible Show 01:01 - Continuing Through Matthew 9 05:14 - Jairus Begs Jesus for Help 18:22 - The Woman With Twelve Years of Bleeding 24:48 - Why She Touched Jesus’ Garment 28:11 - “Daughter, Your Faith Has Made You Well” 36:36 - Jairus Learns His Daughter Has Died 42:27 - “Talitha Koum”: Little Girl, Arise 47:44 - Jesus Heals Two Blind Men 54:06 - Jesus Heals a Mute Man 58:44 - The Pharisees Accuse Jesus 01:00:34 - Sheep Without a Shepherd 01:02:51 - The Harvest Is Plentiful 01:07:23 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Matthew9 #Jesus #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #GospelOfMatthew #Jairus #Faith #JesusHeals #Christianity #BibleTeaching #Scripture #SonOfDavid #Gospel

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will explore Leviticus 23 and show how Israel’s appointed feasts - including Sabbath, Passover, Unleavened Bread, and Firstfruits - point toward Jesus. They unpack the meaning of the Passover lamb, the Last Supper, the symbolism of leaven, the four cups of Passover, and Paul’s description of Jesus as the “firstfruits” of the resurrection. They also discuss how spiritual rhythms like worship, prayer, Advent, Lent, and fasting can help Christians remember God and draw near to Him. If this episode helps you see Leviticus in a new way, like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who would enjoy it. Chapters 00:00 - Intro and Why Leviticus Matters 02:16 - God’s Appointed Feasts 08:03 - Faith, Family, and Spiritual Rhythms 15:16 - Sabbath and Rest 17:25 - Passover and Unleavened Bread 25:05 - Jesus and the Passover 34:28 - The Four Cups and the Last Supper 41:58 - The Feast of Firstfruits 49:41 - Jesus as the Firstfruits of Resurrection 51:15 - Should Christians Celebrate Biblical Feasts? 54:36 - Lent, Prayer, and Spiritual Disciplines 01:02:43 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Leviticus #Leviticus23 #Passover #JesusChrist #BibleStudy #OldTestament #Firstfruits #Sabbath #LastSupper #HolyWeek #BiblicalFeasts #Christianity #BiblePodcast #SpiritualDisciplines

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In Matthew 9, Jesus heals a paralyzed man, claims the authority to forgive sins, calls Matthew the tax collector, and challenges the religious assumptions of the Pharisees and John the Baptist’s disciples. Sam and Will unpack the historical setting behind these stories, why Jesus’ actions were so controversial, and what the images of new cloth and new wineskins reveal about the transforming power of the gospel. If you enjoy the episode, like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who would benefit from the conversation. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Matthew Recap 04:26 - Jesus Returns to Capernaum 06:39 - The Paralytic and the Roof 17:33 - “Your Sins Are Forgiven” 25:15 - The Faith of the Paralytic’s Friends 29:51 - Jesus Accused of Blasphemy 37:09 - The Paralytic Walks 39:48 - Jesus Calls Matthew 46:15 - Eating With Tax Collectors and Sinners 53:18 - “I Desire Mercy, Not Sacrifice” 56:48 - Why Aren’t Jesus’ Disciples Fasting? 01:00:14 - Jesus as the Bridegroom 01:04:00 - New Cloth and a New Garment 01:08:30 - New Wine and New Wineskins 01:13:30 - Letting the Gospel Change Your Thinking 01:15:31 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Matthew9 #Jesus #GospelOfMatthew #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #BiblePodcast #JesusChrist #Forgiveness #Faith #Christianity #NewWineskins #MatthewTheTaxCollector #BiblicalTeaching #Scripture

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will walk through Leviticus 16 and explore how Yom Kippur’s high priest, sacrifices, mercy seat, scapegoat, cleansing rituals, and temple imagery point forward to the work of Jesus. Along the way, they connect the Old Testament ceremony with Gethsemane, Barabbas, the crucifixion, the empty tomb, Hebrews, and ancient Jewish traditions surrounding the temple. If this episode encourages you, please like, comment, subscribe, and share it with someone who would enjoy studying the Bible with us. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:45 - What Is the Day of Atonement? 04:27 - Nadab, Abihu, and Entering God’s Presence 09:01 - Jesus as the Greater High Priest 12:33 - Yom Kippur and the Passion of Jesus 18:36 - Jesus and the High Priest’s Garments 24:55 - The Two Goats of Atonement 27:32 - Incense, Blood, and the Mercy Seat 33:18 - The Missing Ark and Second Temple Worship 39:40 - Atonement for Israel 41:09 - The Empty Tomb and the Mercy Seat 49:11 - The Scapegoat and Bearing Sin 53:21 - Who Is Azazel? 57:05 - Jesus, Barabbas, and the Two Goats 01:01:34 - Four Strange Signs Before the Temple Fell 01:12:31 - Jesus Fulfills the Day of Atonement 01:14:21 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Leviticus #Leviticus16 #DayOfAtonement #YomKippur #JesusChrist #BibleStudy #HighPriest #Scapegoat #BookOfHebrews #BiblicalTheology #ChristianPodcast

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of T he Bible Show, Sam and Will continue through Matthew 8, exploring the true cost of following Jesus, the meaning behind “let the dead bury their own dead,” Jesus calming the storm, and his authority over demons. Along the way, they connect these stories to Daniel, Jonah, the Psalms, spiritual warfare, and the bigger question Matthew keeps asking: Who is Jesus? If this episode encourages you, like the video, leave a comment, and subscribe for more Bible conversations. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 03:32 - The Cost of Following Jesus 07:37 - The Son of Man 13:27 - The Cost of Discipleship 16:20 - Let the Dead Bury the Dead 24:47 - What Jesus Meant 28:24 - Don’t Look Back 30:17 - Jesus Calms the Storm 34:50 - Jesus Sleeps Through the Storm 39:49 - Who Is This Man? 42:27 - God Rules the Sea 45:11 - Jesus and Jonah 48:22 - What Are Demons? 55:02 - Spiritual Warfare 01:02:12 - The Demon-Possessed Men 01:06:14 - The Demons Know Jesus 01:09:12 - Legion and the Pigs 01:13:13 - A Picture of Judgment 01:16:10 - Why the Town Rejects Jesus 01:18:16 - Jesus Takes Our Judgment 01:21:42 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #Matthew8 #Jesus #BibleStudy #Christianity #Discipleship #SpiritualWarfare #SeaOfGalilee #BiblePodcast #GospelOfMatthew #FollowJesus

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode, Sam and Will explore why Leviticus distinguishes between clean and unclean animals, including rules about mammals, seafood, birds, and carcasses. They explain how Israel’s dietary laws set God’s people apart and taught them to think seriously about holiness and drawing near to God. They also discuss why Christians are no longer required to follow these food restrictions and how Jesus shifts the focus from ritual cleanliness to the condition of the heart. The conversation examines childbirth purification, the cleansing ritual for leprosy, and how its imagery points to Jesus. You’ll also learn how Christians are called to live differently through love, obedience, and the fruit of the Spirit. Consider what habits in your life draw you toward God and what needs to be left behind. Share this episode with someone who wants to understand Leviticus and its meaning for Christians today. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Unclean Animals 00:02:09 - Drawing Near to God 00:07:31 - Called to Be Holy 00:15:31 - Clean Mammals 00:29:00 - Seafood and Birds 00:35:46 - Can Christians Eat Anything? 00:40:01 - What Truly Defiles Us 00:45:20 - Peter’s Vision 00:48:35 - Fruit of the Spirit 00:58:00 - Cleansing the Leper 01:01:53 - Symbols of Jesus 01:15:13 - Jesus Makes Us Clean Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Leviticus #Leviticus11 #Leviticus14 #BibleStudy #BibleForBeginners #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #CleanAndUnclean #DietaryLaws #BiblicalHoliness #FruitOfTheSpirit #JesusChrist #OldTestament #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will explore Matthew 8 and Jesus’ healing ministry after the Sermon on the Mount. Learn how Jesus responds to a leper, a Roman centurion, and Peter’s mother-in-law with compassion, authority, and healing. They explain the difference between curious crowds and committed disciples, the centurion’s remarkable faith, and why the gospel is available to people from every nation and background. They also examine how the cleansing ritual in Leviticus points to Jesus’ sacrifice and how his miracles connect with the cross. Consider who in your life needs prayer and how you can bring their suffering to Jesus through intercession. Watch to better understand the authority, mercy, and healing power of Jesus. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Welcome 00:01:55 - Jesus’ Ministry in Galilee 00:06:19 - Jesus, the Greater Moses 00:10:16 - Crowds vs. Disciples 00:13:41 - Jesus Heals a Leper 00:22:21 - Cleansing and the Gospel 00:28:55 - The Leviticus Ritual 00:37:21 - The Roman Centurion 00:46:18 - Only Say the Word 00:50:37 - Faith That Amazed Jesus 00:53:28 - A Kingdom for Every Nation 01:01:00 - Peter’s Mother-in-Law Healed 01:05:59 - Jesus Heals Many 01:10:34 - Prayer for Healing Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Matthew8 #BibleStudy #JesusHeals #ChristianFaith #NewChristian #BibleForBeginners #GospelOfMatthew #FaithInJesus #JesusMiracles #SermonOnTheMount #ChristianTeaching #PowerOfPrayer #BiblicalFaith #JesusChrist #TheBibleShow

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will explore Leviticus 8-10 and the ordination of Aaron and his sons as Israel’s priests. They explain the universal priesthood of believers, the connection between the tabernacle and Eden, and how priests were called to serve, guard, and lead people toward God. They then examine the priests’ washing, clothing, anointing, sacrifices, and seven-day period of preparation. The discussion also explains the significance of sacrificial blood, how Jesus fulfills the Old Testament priesthood, and why Nadab and Abihu’s unauthorized fire brought deadly consequences. Consider how you can honor God’s holiness, depend on the Holy Spirit, and share the grace and mercy of Jesus in your everyday life. Share this episode with someone who wants to understand Leviticus and Christian priesthood. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:02:53 - Why Priests Matter 00:05:24 - All Believers Are Priests 00:12:01 - The Tabernacle and Eden 00:21:08 - Aaron’s Ordination 00:28:55 - Anointed by the Spirit 00:32:36 - Priests and Repentance 00:38:18 - Why Blood Matters 00:44:36 - Seven Days of Waiting 00:54:00 - God’s Glory Appears 00:57:52 - Unauthorized Fire 01:03:15 - Honoring God’s Holiness 01:08:45 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Leviticus #BibleStudy #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #BibleTeaching #PriesthoodOfBelievers #Aaron #Tabernacle #OldTestament #BloodOfJesus #HolySpirit #BiblicalWorship #NadabAndAbihu #ChristianLiving #Jesus

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO This episode finishes Matthew chapter 7 from the Sermon on the Mount, covering what Jesus really meant by "ask, seek, and knock." Sam and Will explain how the Greek grammar reveals this is a command to persevere in pursuing God, not a promise that God will give you anything you want. They explore how Luke 11:13 shows that the Holy Spirit is the ultimate gift God wants to give you, and how Paul's thorn in the flesh demonstrates God's power working through weakness. The episode also covers the Golden Rule, the narrow gate, how to recognize false prophets by their fruit, and the sobering warning that not everyone who says "Lord, Lord" will enter heaven. The key takeaway is that salvation is not about religious performance but about truly knowing Jesus and building your life on Him as your foundation. If you are new to the Bible or exploring Christianity, this episode will help you understand what it means to trust God even when He does not answer prayer the way you expect. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Continuing Matthew 7 00:02:15 - Reading Matthew 7:7-11: Ask, seek, knock 00:03:38 - What "ask, seek, knock" really means in Greek 00:05:39 - Why God commands perseverance in prayer 00:07:44 - Why God gives good gifts instead of what you ask for 00:09:03 - The Holy Spirit is God's ultimate gift (Luke 11:13) 00:13:11 - Paul's thorn in the flesh: God's power in weakness 00:15:52 - Why God says no: Trusting His sovereign plan 00:17:09 - Prayer is about relationship, not getting answers 00:20:52 - The Golden Rule explained (Matthew 7:12) 00:25:30 - The Narrow Gate and the Narrow Way (Matthew 7:13-14) 00:34:55 - How to spot false prophets by their fruit (Matthew 7:15-20) 00:44:45 - "Lord, Lord": Knowing Jesus vs. doing religious works 00:50:38 - The Wise and Foolish Builders (Matthew 7:24-27) 00:54:55 - The impossible standard and why you need a Savior 00:57:14 - Jesus spoke with the authority of God (Matthew 7:28-29) Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #BibleStudy #SermonOnTheMount #Matthew7 #AskSeekKnock #Prayer #GoldenRule #NarrowGate #FalseProphets #HolySpirit #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #JesusTeaching #BibleExplained #ChristianPodcast #Perseverance

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will walk through the five offerings in Leviticus chapters 1–6 and explain what each one reveals about how God invites us to worship Him. The Hebrew word for offering, "korban," comes from a root meaning "to draw near," showing that God's heart behind every sacrifice is an invitation to approach Him. The five offerings covered are the burnt offering (total consecration), the grain offering (thanksgiving and tribute), the peace offering (fellowship and communion), the purification offering (cleansing from defilement), and the guilt offering (paying the debt of sin). Each offering finds its ultimate fulfillment in Jesus, connecting Old Testament worship to the Christian life through passages like Romans 12, Ephesians 2, and Hebrews 13. Whether you're brand new to the Bible or revisiting Leviticus for the first time in years, this episode makes the book practical and deeply meaningful for everyday faith. If this helped you see Leviticus in a new light, share it with a friend who's reading through the Bible. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Welcome 00:00:37 - Why Leviticus Exists 00:01:25 - "Korban" Means Draw Near 00:03:27 - The Burnt Offering 00:07:10 - Leviticus 1 Explained 00:08:32 - Romans 12 Connection 00:13:47 - Lord of the Rings Analogy 00:18:01 - Laying On of Hands 00:21:07 - The Pleasing Aroma 00:24:27 - The Grain Offering 00:27:10 - Why Fine Flour Was Costly 00:33:31 - The Peace Offering 00:42:25 - Meals and Covenants 00:45:33 - The Purification Offering 00:53:33 - The Guilt Offering 00:58:51 - Worship Today 01:03:03 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Leviticus #BibleStudy #FiveOfferings #BurntOffering #GrainOffering #PeaceOffering #WhatIsAtonement #OldTestament #JesusFulfilled #ChristianFaith #BibleForBeginners #Romans12 #LivingSacrifice #DrawNearToGod #BibleTeaching

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will dive into Matthew chapter 7 and tackle one of the most misquoted verses in the Bible: "Do Not Judge." They explain what Jesus actually meant, why Christians are still called to make wise moral judgments, and how failing to judge evil actually harms innocent people. You'll learn the Greek word "krino," which literally means "to separate," and how that changes everything about how we read this passage. The episode also covers the log and the speck (Matthew 7:3-5), what "pearls before swine" really means, and when wisdom says to hold back rather than share. Whether you're new to faith or rethinking what you've been taught about judgment, this episode will challenge you to examine your own heart first. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:40 - The Most Misquoted Verse 00:03:24 - What "Judge Not" Actually Means 00:05:46 - Why Christians Must Judge 00:08:51 - Warnings vs. Condemning Souls 00:11:54 - Moral Judgments Are Not Forbidden 00:16:01 - "Krino": To Separate 00:20:24 - The Sermon Forces Self-Diagnosis 00:22:50 - Church Discipline Is Commanded 00:28:36 - The Log and the Speck 00:35:35 - We Criticize Our Own Sins in Others 00:39:14 - "Do Not Give Dogs What Is Holy" 00:44:39 - Pearls Before Swine 00:48:12 - When Not to Share the Gospel 00:53:30 - Grace Transforms Outsiders 00:56:45 - When to Speak and When to Wait 01:02:22 - Closing Prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Matthew7 #DoNotJudge #SermonOnTheMount #BibleStudy #NewChristian #ChurchDiscipline #PearlsBeforeSwine #LogAndSpeck #WhatDoesTheBibleSay #ChristianFaith #GreekWordStudy #BibleTeaching #JudgingOthers #GospelWisdom #TheBibleShow

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of the Bible Show, Sam and Will introduce the book of Leviticus and explain why it is one of the most overlooked yet deeply rewarding books of the Bible. They explore how Leviticus sits at the center of the Torah and reveals God's invitation for sinful people to draw near to Him through worship. The episode covers fun facts about Leviticus, including why it contains more direct speech from God than any other book of the Bible, and how the Day of Atonement in Leviticus 16 is the heart of the entire book. You will learn how the tabernacle represents a journey from death to life and how Jesus fulfills every sacrifice, law, and ritual described in Leviticus. Whether you have struggled to read Leviticus or never tried, this episode will show you why understanding it makes the gospel more beautiful and your faith more grounded. If you are looking for peace, rest, and deeper worship, the answer found in Leviticus is to draw near to God through Christ. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Welcome to the Bible Show 00:00:50 - Introducing Leviticus 00:02:47 - Why Leviticus Matters Today 00:04:50 - Fun Facts About Leviticus 00:06:32 - Why Leviticus Feels Hard 00:09:05 - How Leviticus Points to Jesus 00:11:01 - The Center of the Torah 00:12:14 - God Wants Your Heart 00:16:02 - The Big Story of the Torah 00:18:24 - The Day of Atonement 00:22:56 - Drawing Near Brings Life 00:25:50 - Jesus is the Tabernacle 00:27:33 - David's One Desire (Psalm 27) 00:29:49 - Peace and Rest in God's Presence 00:35:16 - Who Can Stand Before God? 00:38:35 - Christ Fulfills Leviticus Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Leviticus #BibleStudy #Torah #DayOfAtonement #Tabernacle #JesusFulfilledTheLaw #OldTestament #ChristianFaith #BibleForBeginners #WhatIsLeviticus #DrawNearToGod #TheBibleShow #BiblicalWorship #NewChristian #PeaceInChrist

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will walk through Matthew 6:25-34 where Jesus teaches his followers not to be anxious about food, clothing, or tomorrow. This passage connects directly to Jesus' teaching about money and serving two masters, revealing that anxiety often comes from a divided heart. The Greek word for anxiety, merimnao, literally means to be pulled in different directions, and Jesus uses the birds of the air and lilies of the field to show how much more God cares for his children. They explore why gratitude and anxiety cannot coexist in the brain, and how spiritual hoarding keeps us from the freedom God offers. If you struggle with worry, this episode offers both deep biblical teaching and practical strategies for trusting God with your tomorrow. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:23 - Sermon on the Mount recap 00:03:49 - The link between money and anxiety 00:05:22 - The root of anxiety 00:07:42 - Merimnao: The Greek word for anxiety 00:12:35 - Verse 25: Do not be anxious about your life 00:15:51 - Gratitude vs. anxiety 00:17:15 - Spiritual hoarding 00:20:54 - Verse 26: Look at the birds of the air 00:26:50 - Imagining hardship without God's grace 00:32:33 - Verse 27: Anxiety can't add an hour to your life 00:36:49 - Duty is ours, results are God's 00:39:14 - Verses 28-30: Consider the lilies 00:48:15 - Verse 31: Your Father knows what you need 00:54:33 - Verse 33: Seek first the kingdom of God 00:57:40 - Verse 34: Today has enough trouble 01:01:31 - Practical strategies for fighting anxiety Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #BibleStudy #SermonOnTheMount #Matthew6 #DontBeAnxious #AnxietyHelp #TrustGod #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #JesusTeaching #BirdsOfTheAir #LiliesOfTheField #SeekFirstTheKingdom #ChristianPodcast #BibleExplained #OvercomingAnxiety

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this final episode on Exodus, Sam and Will explore Exodus 35–40 and how the tabernacle construction reveals God's heart for willing worship over forced obedience. After the golden calf discipline, God invites Israel to give from a generous heart rather than demanding their resources, and the people respond with such overwhelming generosity that Moses has to tell them to stop. The episode highlights Bezalel as the first Spirit-filled person in Scripture, showing that every vocation is a divine calling. Sam and Will then trace the tabernacle pattern through the New Testament, revealing how Jesus' cry of "It is finished" and the giving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost made believers into living temples sent to the ends of the earth. They unpack the Samaritan woman encounter and Old Testament prophecies about living water flowing from the temple to bring life to dead places. Whether you are new to the Bible or deepening your understanding, this episode will help you see your life as a sacred mission carrying God's presence into the world. If this episode encouraged you, share it with someone exploring faith for the first time. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Wrapping up the book of Exodus 00:02:55 - Why the tabernacle matters for understanding Jesus 00:05:05 - God asks for a freewill offering (Exodus 35) 00:08:40 - How idolatry demands vs. how God invites 00:10:02 - Israel's surprising generous response 00:14:11 - What "cheerful giving" means (2 Corinthians 9) 00:19:32 - Men and women called to give individually 00:24:28 - When giving becomes too much (Exodus 36) 00:27:43 - Bezalel: The first Spirit-filled person was a craftsman 00:31:11 - Israel obeys God's design perfectly 00:34:20 - Creation parallels: Moses sees the finished work 00:36:46 - How Jesus fulfills the tabernacle pattern 00:40:11 - Pentecost: Believers become the new temple 00:43:49 - What it means to be a living temple today 00:48:24 - Greater works through the church (John 14:12) 00:52:14 - Jesus and the Samaritan woman: Worship in Spirit and truth 00:54:59 - Living water prophecies from Zechariah and Ezekiel 00:58:23 - Your mission: Bringing life wherever you go Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #BibleStudy #Exodus #Tabernacle #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #LivingTemple #HolySpirit #FreewillOffering #Pentecost #CheerfulGiver #Bezalel #ChristianLiving #JesusInTheOldTestament #LivingWater #BibleTeaching

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible?Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this special Bible trivia episode, hosts Sam and Will go head-to-head in a two-round competition covering Bible characters, places, and objects. Round 1 features clue-based guessing where players identify figures like David, Peter, and Goliath, as well as places like Bethlehem, Sodom, and the Red Sea. The Lightning Round tests rapid-fire knowledge on topics from the plagues of Egypt to the book of Ruth. Whether you're new to the Bible or brushing up on your knowledge, this episode is a great way to learn key people, places, and events in a fun format. Grab your family, play along at home, and see how you stack up against Sam and Will. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Welcome to Bible Show Trivia 00:01:43 - How the trivia game works 00:03:19 - Round 1: Guess the Bible person, place, or thing 00:06:16 - Rome, the Mustard Seed, and Peter 00:09:25 - Sodom, Manna, and one-clue answers 00:13:40 - Rainbow, Goliath, and the Transfiguration 00:17:14 - Bethlehem, Tabernacle, and Pontius Pilate0 0:20:56 - Harder clues: Nets, Mary, Heaven, and Noah's Ark 00:25:34 - Lightning Round begins 00:32:47 - Pharaoh, the centurion, and Samson 00:38:35 - Mount Sinai, angels, and the risen Jesus 00:45:07 - Pilate's custom, kings, and plagues 00:50:03 - Ruth, Esther, and final questions 00:53:33 - Final scores and champion crowned Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #BibleTrivia #BibleShow #BibleQuiz #NewChristian #BibleStudy #OldTestament #NewTestament #BibleCharacters #ChristianPodcast #LearnTheBible #BibleForBeginners #FamilyBibleGame #ChristianFaith #BibleKnowledge #PlayAlong

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO This is a special bloopers episode of The Bible Show where the team shares their funniest outtakes and behind-the-scenes moments from recording. You'll hear failed transitions, pre-show voice checks, random tangents about Green Acres and haircuts, and an honest discussion about whether coveting is the most boring of the Ten Commandments. Sam's surprising gummy vitamin addiction gets fully exposed, the guys talk fitness struggles and weight loss, and you'll learn a practical Kindle hack for saving your reading highlights. Whether you're new to faith or just need a good laugh with fellow believers, this episode shows the real, unfiltered side of Bible podcasting. If you enjoy getting to know the people behind the teaching, share this one with a friend. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Bloopers intro: The team plans a summer outtakes episode 00:01:13 - Pre-show prep: Voice checks, hair fixes, and getting started 00:02:03 - Transition struggles: When nobody knows what to say next 00:03:46 - Random tangents: Green Acres, Zsa Zsa Gabor, and haircut debates 00:06:39 - Studio vibes: Something feels different about the setup today 00:07:11 - Coveting discussion: Is this the most boring commandment? 00:08:42 - Fitness talk: Leg lifts, weight loss, and gym memberships 00:10:34 - Gummy vitamins: Sam's shocking morning routine revealed 00:14:45 - Reading hack: How Kindle highlights save your notes 00:15:37 - Audio bloopers: Cough buttons and not hearing yourself 00:18:16 - COVID recording: Episodes from inside a closet 00:21:05 - Podcast banter: "Two idiots sitting around talking" Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #TheBibleShow #BiblePodcast #ChristianPodcast #Bloopers #BehindTheScenes #TenCommandments #Coveting #ChristianComedy #FaithAndFun #BibleStudy #PodcastOuttakes #NewChristian #ChristianCommunity #BibleTeaching #FunnyChristians

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode of the Bible Show, Sam and Will dive into Matthew 6:19-20, where Jesus teaches about storing up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. They explore how the Sermon on the Mount presents clear binary choices: live for earthly rewards that fade, or invest in eternal treasure that lasts forever. You'll learn what "moth and rust" actually meant in the ancient world, what the Hebrew idiom of the "good eye" and "evil eye" really means (generosity vs. selfishness), and why Jesus says you cannot serve both God and money. This passage isn't just for the wealthy; it's a heart check for everyone about where your identity and security truly rest. If you're wrestling with anxiety, materialism, or wondering what it looks like to trust God with your finances, this episode offers practical wisdom and real-life stories of the joy that comes from serving others. Share this with someone who needs to hear it today. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:08 - Sermon on the Mount context 00:03:29 - Matthew 6:19-20 explained 00:05:52 - Suffering now, glory later 00:08:31 - Jim Elliot's famous quote 00:09:34 - Supporting scriptures 00:13:00 - Treasures stored up for you 00:16:38 - Joy in serving others 00:21:12 - What moth and rust actually mean 00:26:51 - Where your treasure is, your heart follows 00:31:31 - The good eye and evil eye idiom 00:38:11 - Jesus preached this to the poor 00:44:51 - You cannot serve two masters 00:48:55 - What radical generosity looks like 00:54:45 - Binary choices in the Sermon on the Mount 01:02:25 - Closing prayer Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #BibleStudy #SermonOnTheMount #Matthew6 #TreasuresInHeaven #ChristianFaith #NewChristian #BiblicalGenerosity #GodAndMoney #AnxietyAndFaith #JimElliot #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #WhatIsTheSermonOnTheMount #EternalReward #TrustGod

Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO In this episode, Sam and Will explore how God designed the tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant as a direct response to the Egyptian religion the Israelites had been surrounded by for centuries. They cover the Egyptian Book of the Dead, the 42 Negative Confessions, and the heart scarab, showing how ancient Egypt's approach to the afterlife was impossibly legalistic. They then draw parallels between Pharaoh's war tents, canopic chests, and funeral processions and the design of the tabernacle to show that God was intentionally using familiar imagery. However, where Egypt demanded perfection and offered only magical tricks, God's tabernacle preached mercy, grace, and resurrection. The three items inside the Ark of the Covenant (the manna, Aaron's rod, and the Ten Commandments) each reveal God's heart to sustain, restore, and remain faithful to broken people. If you've ever wondered how the Old Testament connects to Jesus and the gospel, this episode makes it powerfully clear. Whether you're new to the Bible or rediscovering it, this is a practical look at how God has always been about grace, not earning your way. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Welcome to the Bible Show 00:01:48 - The tabernacle as God's rebuke of Egyptian religion 00:04:48 - What each tabernacle furnishing teaches about God 00:06:44 - How the tabernacle maps to the Gospel of John 00:10:50 - Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife explained 00:15:11 - The 42 Negative Confessions: An impossible standard 00:17:45 - The heart scarab: Egypt's supernatural cheat code 00:22:30 - Pharaoh's war tents and tabernacle parallels 00:27:04 - Funeral processions and why you can't touch sacred things 00:28:48 - Mummification, canopic jars, and Anubis on the golden box 00:32:34 - The Bible's answer: Hope in God, not preserved flesh 00:34:57 - The heart of the tabernacle is mercy 00:39:09 - Inside the Ark: The manna that never perishes 00:43:54 - Inside the Ark: Aaron's rod and life from death 00:51:41 - Inside the Ark: The renewed Ten Commandments 00:56:18 - You are God's temple: Colossians 3 explained Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #BibleStudy #Exodus #ArkOfTheCovenant #Tabernacle #EgyptianMythology #BookOfTheDead #GospelOfJohn #GodsGrace #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #BibleForBeginners #OldTestament #GospelExplained #Mercy #Resurrection