Best Pastor Jeremy McCandless Podcasts (2025)

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God Can Use the Spiritually Flawed. (Judges 14 : 1-12) 28:56

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Send us a text Welcome Thanks for pressing play! In today’s journey through Judges we meet Samson—the gifted judge who could tear lions to shreds, yet couldn’t rein in his own appetite. His life is a walking paradox: Spirit-empowered, vow-bound … and willfully compromised. The big question we’re chasing: How can a holy God work through people who a…

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When Even God's Blessings Are Not Enough. (Judges 13. 1-24) 36:52

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Send us a text Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into Judges 13—the beginning of Samson’s remarkable story. In a time of Israel’s deep spiritual decline, we witness a divine intervention: the angel of the Lord announces the birth of a deliverer. But Samson’s arrival isn’t just a story of hope—it’s a tale of consecration, purpose, and the te…

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The Means and Methods People Use. (Judges 12: 1-15) 29:59

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Send us a text Welcome: Have you ever seen a disagreement spiral—not because of what was at stake, but because of how it was handled? In this short but sobering episode, we open Judges 12 to examine the tragic story of Jephthah and the Ephraimites—a civil war sparked not by justice, but by ego, exclusion, and pride. What unfolds is a confrontation …

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Making a Deal With God – Right or Wrong. (Judges 11: 1-39) 35:59

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Send us a text 🎙️Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast, the place where we open God’s Word each day to discover the wisdom, challenge, and encouragement it holds for our lives. Today’s episode is titled “Making a Deal With God – Right or Wrong?” and we’re going to walk through one of the most perplexing, powerful, and emotionally charged stori…

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When The Lord Gets Fed Up with People. (Judges 10: 1-18) 32:42

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Send us a text In today’s episode, titled “When the Lord Gets Fed Up with People,” we explore a sobering but ultimately hope-filled chapter in the book of Judges. Have you ever wondered if God gets tired of forgiving people who keep making the same mistakes? In Judges 10, we see a people caught in the destructive cycle of sin—and a God whose mercy …

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Abimelech Part Two – Lessons From a Wicked Leader. (Judges 9: 1–57) 23:29

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Send us a text Welcome to Part Two of this Double-Header Episode. We continue are look at the life and downfall of Abimelech, a ruthless leader who seized power through treachery and ruled with oppression. Judges 9 presents a cautionary tale of ambition unchecked by wisdom and morality, showing us the consequences of leadership driven by self-inter…

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Abimelech Part One – Lessons From a Wicked Leader Passage: (Judges 9: 1–57) 26:34

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Send us a text Welcome Welcome to today's episode, where we delve into the life and downfall of Abimelech, a ruthless leader who seized power through treachery and ruled with oppression. Judges 9 presents a cautionary tale of ambition unchecked by wisdom and morality, showing us the consequences of leadership driven by self-interest rather than god…

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Gideon Part 3 - Good Start – Bad Finish. (Judges 8: 1-35) 32:22

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Send us a text In todays episode we look at all of Judges Chapter 8 and follow Gideon's pursuit of the Midianite kings, Zebah and Zalmunna, after his initial victory. As Gideon and his men chase the remaining enemy forces, he requests food from the people of Succoth and Penuel, but they refuse, fearing Midianite retaliation. Gideon promises to retu…

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Gideon Pt 2. Gideon Defeats the Midianites. (Judges 7: 1-25) 32:04

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Send us a text Gideon’s story in Judges 7 illustrates how God strengthens faith by reducing reliance on human resources, teaching trust in His provision. Facing overwhelming odds, Gideon’s army was reduced from 32,000 to 300 men, showing that victory comes through God, not human strength. God built Gideon’s faith through His Word and unexpected enc…

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Gideon Pt. 1 - The Reluctant Warrior and the Whisper of God’s Will. (Judges 6:1-40) 39:27

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Send us a text Episode Description: How can I know the will of God? It’s a question that can be heard in the heart of almost every believer—both those just starting out and those who’ve walked with Christ for years. In today’s episode, we step into the story of Gideon, the reluctant warrior who longed for certainty in a time of chaos. As we study J…

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Learning to Celebrate God’s Victories. (Judges 5:1–11) 31:14

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Send us a text Episode Title: Learning to Celebrate God’s Victories Scripture Reference: Judges 5:1–11 Welcome: In today’s episode, Learning to Celebrate God’s Victories, we step into one of the Bible’s most famous Old Testament songs of praise: the Song of Deborah. After a dramatic and miraculous deliverance in Judges 4, Israel responds—not with p…

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A Woman of Wisdom - A Tent Peg of Justice. (Judges 4: 1-23) 31:38

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Send us a text 🎙 Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast Episode Title: A Woman of Wisdom – A Tent Peg of Justice Text: Judges 4:1–23 In today’s episode, we dive into a powerful and surprising chapter in the Book of Judges—where God raises up not one, but two women to lead, deliver, and bring justice to Israel. We explore the story of Deborah, a…

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Fitting the Pattern Set by God. (Judges 2:6-3:6) 30:21

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Send us a text 👋 Welcome Welcome back to the Bible Project Daily Podcast—a journey through Scripture, verse by verse. I’m your host, and as always, I’m grateful that you’re joining me as we seek to not only learn the Word of God but live it out together, daily. Today, we continue our study in the book of Judges with a sobering but essential lesson …

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The Means and Methods of God. (Judges 3: 7-32) 34:00

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Send us a text Welcome Message: Today's chapter introduces us to three unexpected deliverers—Othniel, Ehud, and Shamgar—revealing how God uses prayer, His Spirit, and surprising people to accomplish His will. Whether you're wondering how God works today or how He calls ordinary people for extraordinary purposes, this passage—and this episode—offers…

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When You Fail to Follow Through. (Judges 1:1-2:5) 29:28

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Send us a text Welcome Message: Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast. In today’s episode, we begin our journey through the Book of Judges with a sobering reminder of how partial obedience to God’s Word can lead to long-term consequences. Join me as we explore how the tribes of Israel struggled to fully obey God's instructions and how tha…

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(Bonus Episode) A History of the Christian Church (Part 24) John of Damascus. A Voice of Truth in the Rise of Islam. 37:36

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Send us a text Subscribe and follow this monthly podcast at; https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com In today’s bonus episode, we explore the remarkable life and enduring influence of John of Damascus, the last of the great early Church Fathers. Living in the heart of the Islamic world yet shaped by deep Christian conviction, John sto…

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Bonus Episode. Adolescence British TV Series. – A Pastoral and Prophetic Response. 42:58

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Send us a text This was originally released as a Patrons Bonus Episode on the 7th April 2025 on Patreon. Follow me on;| 🎧 Bonus Episode – Adolescence British TV Series: A Cry for Help from Our Young People Adolescence | Official Trailer | Netflix https://youtu.be/Wk5OxqtpBR4?si=PihPlF6wPRKIhoi3 👋 Welcome! Welcome, , to this exclusive bonus episode …

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Coffee and Chat with Pastor Rick Oldland (Recorded 28th April 2025) 1:03:31

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Send us a text Eavesdrop on a unscripted chat with Senior Pastor Rick Oldland of the Well Church. (Ansdell Campus). A general unscripted chat. Let me know if you would like me to do something like this again in the future. N.B. I will choose a quieter location, next time, Support the show To listen to my monthly church history podcast, subscribe at…

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Bonus Episode (Philosophy) Postmodernism, Slavoj Zizek (A Biblical Worldview). 41:59

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Send us a text This was originally released as a Patrons Bonus Episode on the 27th May2o24 on Patreon. Follow me on;| Episode Summary: In this episode, I explore the contentious intersections between modern and postmodern philosophies, considering Slovenian philosopher, Slavoj Žižek’s critiques, along side my interpretation of the biblical concept …

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Bonus Episode (Psychology) The Divided Self By R. D. Laing - Reaction from a Christian Perspective. 25:00

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Send us a text This was originally released as a Patrons only Video Podcast on the 24th April 224 on Patreon. Follow me on;|Patreon Episode Notes Laing's Early Life and Education Born in 1927 in Glasgow, Scotland. Raised in a working-class family with a mentally ill mother. Excelled academically, attended Hutchesons' Grammar School and the Universi…

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Closing Review of the Book of Romans. (Chapters 1-16) 34:59

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Send us a text I believe The Book of Romans stands as the most profound of all the biblical letters, meticulously crafted by the Apostle Paul to address the pressing question: How can a righteous God make unrighteous people righteous? This exploration unfolds through a structured progression, revealing the depth of God's redemptive plan. 1. Righteo…

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How Should We Praise the Lord. (Romans 16: 18-27) 30:54

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Send us a text Welcome & Final Reflections Welcome to the final episode in our series through the book of Romans. Today’s message, titled “Should We Praise the Lord?”, is both a concluding meditation and a doxological exclamation point to one of the greatest theological works in the Bible. As we wrap up this journey together, we pause not to summar…

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Who to Kiss, Who to Hug and Who to Avoid. (Romans 16: 17-24) 29:55

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Send us a text 👋 Welcome Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast, where we journey together through the Scriptures, one chapter at a time. Today we’ve reached the final chapter of the book of Romans—and at first glance, it might seem like little more than a list of names. But as we slow down and reflect, we discover something deeper: a beau…

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What's In a List of Names - Part Two (Romans 16: 1-16) 23:00

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Send us a text Continued: 🧠 Key Themes Explored: The Significance of a Seemingly Mundane List: Romans 16 is not a formality—it is theology in action, embodied in people. Phoebe, the Deacon and Benefactor: A woman of means and service who likely delivered the very letter of Romans. Prisca and Aquila – A Model Christian Home: Their home was a church.…

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What's In a List of Names - Part One (Romans 16:1-16) 23:46

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Send us a text Welcome: At first glance, Romans 16 appears to be nothing more than a list of greetings—a roll call of names. But as we dig deeper, we discover this is not just a farewell section or an appendix to Paul’s great letter. It is a profound window into the early church, its diversity, its leaders, and the vital role of hospitality, servic…

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What Is Your Ambition in Life. (Romans 15: 14-33) 31:52

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Send us a text 🎧 Welcome! What drives you? Is it career success, personal fulfillment, or something deeper? In today’s episode, we turn to Romans 15:14–33, where Paul shares a personal reflection near the end of his great theological letter. He reveals his own God-given ambition—not to build on another’s work, but to preach Christ where He was not …

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The Solution to Disputes Over 'Doubtful Things'. (Romans 15: 1-13) 32:11

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Send us a text 👋 Welcome Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast, where we take the Bible one verse at a time and apply it to everyday life. In today’s episode, we tackle one of the most practical and often perplexing issues in Christian community life: what do we do when believers disagree about morally “grey” areas? Based on Romans 15:1–1…

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Are Some Believers Overly Scrupulous? (Romans 14:14–23) 31:30

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Send us a text Welcome: This episode explores the tension between Christian freedom and individual conscience. Drawing from Romans 14:14–23, we look at how Paul addresses the differences between believers who feel free in amoral matters (like food or drink) and those whose consciences are more sensitive. Rather than judging one another, Paul calls …

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Don’t Argue Over Doubtful Things. (Romans 14: 1-13) 37:38

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Send us a text 🎙️ Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast Thanks for joining me on this journey through the Bible—chapter by chapter, verse by verse. Each episode, we dig deep into Scripture, reflect theologically, and consider how God's Word speaks into our everyday lives. Whether you're listening on your commute, during a quiet moment, or whil…

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The Motivation of the Christian Believer (Romans 13:11–14) 30:41

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast! In today’s episode, we're exploring what really motivates the Christian life. Is it fear? Guilt? Love? Or something even deeper? As we open Romans 13:11–14, the Apostle Paul tells us to wake up, not just because it’s morning—but because eternity is drawing near. What does it mean to li…

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Christian Citizenship - Part Two - Living Within the State. (Romans 13: 8-10) 27:34

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Send us a text In today’s episode, we move beyond the practical politics of tax and submission and explore the deeper calling of Christian citizenship—not just within the state, but among the people who share our streets, schools, and shopping centres. What does it mean to owe nothing... except love? And how can this unpayable debt of love shape th…

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Christian Citizenship - Part One, The State. (Romans 13: 1-7) 31:58

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Send us a text Episode Summary: In this episode on Christian citizenship, we explore Romans 13:1–7, the most comprehensive New Testament passage on a believer's relationship to government. Paul makes a compelling case that governing authorities are ordained by God and that submission to them is a form of submission to God's providential order. We u…

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True Love – Part Two (Romans 12: 14–21) 31:17

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Send us a text The Bible is unmistakably clear on one thing: that love stands at the center of our Christian life. We are commanded to love God, to love one another, to love our families, our neighbours, and even our enemies. That being so, it’s reasonable to ask: What exactly is love? Today’s passage teaches us not just what love looks like, but h…

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True Love – Part One. (Romans 12: 9-13) 31:23

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Send us a text 🔑 Key Theme: True Christian love is not sentimental, vague, or self-serving—it is sincere, ethical, and devoted to the wellbeing of others, especially within the family of believers. 📖 Summary: In today’s episode, we begin a two-part exploration of Romans 12:9–13, a passage that offers one of the clearest New Testament portrayals of …

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An Appropriate Response to God. (Romans 12: 1–9) 34:51

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Send us a text 🎙️ Welcome to This Week’s Episode of The Bible Project Daily Podcast This week, we open Romans 12 and arrive at a powerful turning point in Paul’s letter. After eleven chapters of profound theological truth—about sin, salvation, and the mercy of God—Paul now urges us to respond. But how? What is the fitting, reasonable, logical respo…

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Shall All Israel Be Saved? (Romans 11: 25–36) 26:52

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Send us a text Romans 8 ends with one of the most comforting promises in all of Scripture: Nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ. But that leads to a deep and pressing question that Romans 9–11 seeks to answer: If God is faithful, what do we make of Israel's rejection of their Messiah? These three chapters are the theological backb…

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Ingrafted Branches. (Romans 11:11–24) 36:58

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Send us a text 📖 Episode Summary: When someone begins to take the Bible seriously, they eventually confront a question that’s both theological and deeply personal: What is God’s future plan for Israel? In Romans 11:11–24, Paul gives one of the clearest, richest explanations of this mystery in all of Scripture. Using the powerful metaphor of an oliv…

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The Remnant of Israel (Romans 11: 1-10) 26:52

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Send us a text 📖 Episode Summary In this episode, we examine Paul’s response to one of the most pressing theological questions of his time—and ours: Has God rejected His people, Israel? Drawing on Romans 11:1–10, Paul answers with an emphatic “By no means!” and presents both himself and a preserved remnant as evidence of God's continued faithfulnes…

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What Does It Take to Be Saved. (Romans 10:14–21) 33:30

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Send us a text 📖 Episode Summary At first glance, the answer to the question “What does it take to be saved?” seems simple: “Believe in Jesus Christ.” But as we explore Romans 10:14–21, we uncover a profound chain of events that leads to salvation—one that begins not with human decision, but with God’s sovereign grace and a faithful proclamation of…

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The Error that Anyone Can Make - Part Two (Romans 9:30–10 27:02

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Send us a text Episode Notes: (See Yesterday) Support the show To listen to my monthly church history podcast, subscribe at; https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com For an ad-free version of my podcasts plus the opportunity to enjoy hours of exclusive content and two bonus episodes a month whilst also helping keep the Bible Project Da…

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The Error that Anyone Can Make - Part One (Romans 9:30–10 25:07

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Send us a text Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast, where we journey together through Scripture, verse by verse, seeking wisdom, grace, and truth. Today we reach a turning point in Paul’s letter to the Romans—a passage that reveals one of the most important yet commonly made spiritual errors: mistaking religious effort for saving faith. If R…

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God's Sovereign Choice (Romans 9: 14–29) 33:26

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Send us a text Episode Notes: Main Theme: God’s sovereign choice is taught clearly in Scripture. Common objections arise — both about God's fairness and human free will. Key Objections Addressed: Is God unjust? Paul’s emphatic answer: Certainly not! (v.14) God’s mercy is a sovereign gift, not a human right. What about human free will? Paul reminds …

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Are We on the Losing Side? (Romans 9: 6–13) 36:19

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Send us a text Welcome to The Bible Project Daily Podcast In today’s episode, we dive deep into a sobering and important question: Is God losing the war for the world? With Christians making up only a minority of the global population, it’s easy to wonder if God’s promises are faltering. But Paul’s words in Romans 9:6–13 offer a bold and beautiful …

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Paul's Anguish Over Israel. (Romans 9: 1–5) 33:09

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast, where we journey together through Scripture, one chapter at a time. In today’s episode, we begin a powerful and emotionally raw new section of Paul’s letter to the Romans—chapters 9 through 11—by exploring Paul’s Anguish Over Israel. Paul isn’t simply teaching doctrine here. He opens h…

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Fear Nothing Part Two. (Romans 8: 31-39) 23:29

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Send us a text Fear Nothing – Part Two: 📖 Scripture Romans 8:36–39 🗣️ Summary: In this second half of our journey through Romans 8, we go deeper into the heart of one of the most comforting passages in all of Scripture. Paul reminds us that suffering is not new to God’s people—it has always been part of the story. But even in suffering, we are not …

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Fear Nothing Part One. (Romans 8.31–39) 26:14

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Send us a text n this episode, we begin exploring one of the most powerful and reassuring passages in all of Scripture. Paul asks a series of rhetorical questions that build a case for the absolute security of the believer. If God is for us, who can be against us? If He did not spare His own Son, how could He possibly withhold anything we truly nee…

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The Agony & Ecstasy. (Romans 8: 18-30) 33:44

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Send us a text 🎙️ Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast. In today’s episode, we’re working through one of the most hopeful passages in all of Scripture—Romans 8:18 to 30—in a reflection I’ve titled The Agony and the Ecstasy. Here, the apostle Paul speaks to a reality we all know too well: suffering. But he doesn’t leave us in the valley—h…

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Obligation and Opportunity. (Romans 8: 12–17) 29:17

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Bible Project Daily Podcast. Today we’re continuing our journey through Romans 8. Our theme today is obligation. But not the heavy, guilt-ridden kind that crushes us. This is a holy obligation—the kind that opens the door to a transformed life. Jesus didn’t come to make life easy. He came to make us holy. And to a…

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Living Life in the Spirit. (Romans 8: 5-11) 33:44

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Send us a text Welcome to today’s episode of The Bible Project Daily Podcast! Today, we're exploring one of the most transformative passages in the book of Romans: Chapter 8, verses 5 to 11. In this powerful section of Paul’s letter, we’re invited to consider what it really means to live a life “according to the Spirit.” What we’ll discover is that…