Have you ever had this thought, If only I could see Jesus face to face, if only he was with me, then I would not be afraid, or I would know He's real, or I would have more faith. If you've ever had that thought, I'm so glad you're joining us today. We are in the Gospel of John right now, talking about the idea of being rooted, rooted deeply in the truth of who God is. Today, we're going to study John 6.

Provision, Presence, and a Question: Introduction to John Chapter 6

In John 6, we read about Jesus feeding the 5000, which highlights Jesus' provision and the role of a young boy's offering. The story is connected to the Old Testament provision for the Israelites in the wilderness, emphasizing Jesus as the one who provides daily bread. Nicole explains that Jesus' miracles point to His authority to save souls and impute righteousness, not just to provide earthly needs.

Jesus' Presence: Walking on Water

Nicole transitions to the story of Jesus walking on water, emphasizing Jesus' presence and reassurance to His disciples. She explains the significance of Jesus' statement "It is I" in Greek, connecting it to God's name "I am who I am." The story illustrates Jesus' promise to be with His followers always, even in the face of fear and uncertainty. Believers are never alone when they say yes to Jesus, despite the spiritual battles they may face.

The Bread of Life: Believing in Jesus

Jesus' conversation with the crowd after feeding the 5000 is discussed, focusing on the need to believe in Him for eternal life. Nicole explains the disciples' struggle to understand Jesus' teachings about spiritual reality versus physical needs.
Jesus' statement, "I am the bread of life," is highlighted, emphasizing that He alone can satisfy the deepest desires of the soul. The importance of believing in Jesus as the one sent by God is reiterated, with a focus on faith as the ultimate work of the soul.

Hard Teaching and Faith: Believing in Jesus' Sacrifice

Nicole discusses Jesus' hard teaching about eating His flesh and drinking His blood, leading many to fall away. She explains the disciples' response to Jesus' question about leaving Him, with Simon Peter affirming his faith in Jesus.
The importance of faith in action, even in difficult times, is emphasized, with a focus on believing in Jesus' promise of life. Nicole concludes by encouraging participants to stay with Jesus through all circumstances, trusting in His provision and presence.

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Have you ever had this thought, If only I could see Jesus face to face, if only he was with me, then I would not be afraid, or I would know He's real, or I would have more faith. If you've ever had that thought, I'm so glad you're joining us today. We are in the Gospel of John right now, talking about the idea of being rooted, rooted deeply in the truth of who God is. Today, we're going to study John 6.
Provision, Presence, and a Question: Introduction to John Chapter 6
In John 6, we read about Jesus feeding the 5000, which highlights Jesus' provision and the role of a young boy's offering. The story is connected to the Old Testament provision for the Israelites in the wilderness, emphasizing Jesus as the one who provides daily bread. Nicole explains that Jesus' miracles point to His authority to save souls and impute righteousness, not just to provide earthly needs.
Jesus' Presence: Walking on Water Nicole transitions to the story of Jesus walking on water, emphasizing Jesus' presence and reassurance to His disciples. She explains the significance of Jesus' statement "It is I" in Greek, connecting it to God's name "I am who I am." The story illustrates Jesus' promise to be with His followers always, even in the face of fear and uncertainty. Believers are never alone when they say yes to Jesus, despite the spiritual battles they may face.
The Bread of Life: Believing in Jesus Jesus' conversation with the crowd after feeding the 5000 is discussed, focusing on the need to believe in Him for eternal life. Nicole explains the disciples' struggle to understand Jesus' teachings about spiritual reality versus physical needs. Jesus' statement, "I am the bread of life," is highlighted, emphasizing that He alone can satisfy the deepest desires of the soul. The importance of believing in Jesus as the one sent by God is reiterated, with a focus on faith as the ultimate work of the soul. Hard Teaching and Faith: Believing in Jesus' Sacrifice Nicole discusses Jesus' hard teaching about eating His flesh and drinking His blood, leading many to fall away. She explains the disciples' response to Jesus' question about leaving Him, with Simon Peter affirming his faith in Jesus. The importance of faith in action, even in difficult times, is emphasized, with a focus on believing in Jesus' promise of life. Nicole concludes by encouraging participants to stay with Jesus through all circumstances, trusting in His provision and presence.
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As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do!

But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way.

In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 

Topics covered in this podcast:

💡 Three Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible
💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life
💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!)
💡 Topical Bible study lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and more
💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life
💡 4 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture

To find more from Nicole, visit https://nicoleunice.com/.

As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do! But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way. In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 
Topics covered in this podcast:
💡 Three Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible 💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life 💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!) 💡 Topical Bible study lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and more 💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life 💡 4 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture
To find more from Nicole, visit <a href="https://nicoleunice.com/">https://nicoleunice.com/</a>.

How to Study the Bible - Bible Study Made Simple

As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do!

But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way.

In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 

Topics covered in this podcast:

💡 Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible
💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life
💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!)
💡 Topical Bible Study Lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and More
💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life
💡 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture

To find more from Nicole, visit https://nicoleunice.com/.

As Christians, we want to experience God through the Bible… we really do! But our good intentions fall flat when reading the Bible just doesn’t seem to help us experience God in a real way. What should feel dynamic and important and alive often feels confusing and boring and irrelevant. But it doesn’t have to feel this way. In this bible study podcast, pastor and Bible teacher Nicole Unice brings life back to reading the Bible by walking listeners through her Alive Method of Bible study, helping us personally encounter God through His Word by giving us a practical, clear road map for understanding, interpreting and applying Scripture to our lives. 
Topics covered in this podcast:
💡 Common Obstacles to Understanding the Bible 💡The Basics of Bible Study (Observation, Interpretation) and How to Apple the Bible to Your Life 💡Deep Dive into Bible Studies by Books of the Bible (We've covered Ecclesiastes, Romans, Matthew, and more!) 💡 Topical Bible Study Lessons on Joy, Contentment, Prayer and More 💡 Spiritual Rhythms: Creating New Rhythms in Your Life 💡 Principles You Need to Interpret Difficult Scripture
To find more from Nicole, visit <a href="https://nicoleunice.com/">https://nicoleunice.com/</a>.

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