James 4:11-12 - Secret Meetings and Gossip Sessions Have No Place in the Church

In today's episode, we discuss two verses from James 4 that warn against gossip, secret meetings, and judgement of brothers and sisters in Christ: Jenn shares personal experiences and biblical examples to illustrate how gossip can be detrimental to the church. Judgement is not about calling out sin…

Nehemiah 11 and 12 - Jerusalem Becomes a Capital City Once Again

As the city of Jerusalem begins to flourish once again, the people are faced with a crucial decision: who will stay and help rebuild their new home? The key players and events that shaped the city's rebirth. We meet the princes of the people who lived in Jerusalem, the Levites who were tasked with …

James 4:1-10 - Divided Hearts Produce Divided Churches

James 4 delves into a crucial topic that affects the church worldwide: the problem of selfish ambition and its devastating consequences. This issue is not limited to Western churches, but is a global phenomenon that James calls "demonic" because it's a direct result of the enemy's hatred for the ch…

Nehemiah 10 - Overcompensating is Not the Answer

The Israelites make a promise to follow God's law and dedicate themselves to His service: The Israelites' make a covenant with God, promising to follow His law and observe His commands, ordinances, and statutes. Three specific promises made - not giving their daughters in marriage to foreigners, f…

James 3:13-18 - Are You Operating with Worldly Wisdom or Spiritual Wisdom?

James 3 delves into the importance of humility and self-reflection in the church, highlighting the dangers of selfish ambition and jealousy among leaders and congregants: Distinguishing between earthly, sensual, and demonic wisdom, and the wisdom that comes from above The American church breeds nar…

Nehemiah 9:24-38 - The Israelites Rededicate Themselves to God

The Israelites acknowledge their disobedience and rebellion against God, which led to their punishment and suffering: The prayer highlights the Israelites' tendency to become complacent during times of prosperity, forgetting about God and worshiping idols. This pattern is evident through their hist…

James 3:1-12 - The Tongue is a Destructive Fire

This episode of The Bible Explained is a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of controlling our tongues:  James warns against the dangers of becoming a teacher, as it comes with a heavier judgment. The importance of humility and the burden of teaching the Bible, and how it's not just ab…

Nehemiah 9:1-23 - God Loves You Immensely

The Israelites gather to confess their sins and seek forgiveness from God. This powerful psalm, attributed to the Levites, is a beautiful expression of God's faithfulness and love for his people, despite their constant rebellion and disobedience: The Israelites, feeling convicted after hearing the …

James 2:14-26 - The Demons Believe and Shudder

True faith is about living out that faith through obedience and good works: James' message is often misunderstood as contradicting Paul's teachings - but here's why that is not the case.  Faith without works is dead. Does this mean that works are necessary for salvation? Lip service to God is usele…

Nehemiah 8:13-18 - The Feast of Booths Fulfilled in Christ

This episode explores the significance of the Feast of Booths, its connection to Jesus, and what it means for Christians today. The people of Jerusalem learn about the Feast of Booths for the first time. They discover that this feast was a time for celebration, joy, and remembrance of God's provis…