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Following Jesus by Learning and Living the Bible
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Aug 21, 2024
Aug 21, 2024
22 min
Can we really be holy?
This question derives from the reaction of a number of Christians who suppose that we’re so sinful we could never really ever be holy. Some have even said that to suggest that Christians can and should be holy by default indicates some sort of legalism or self-righteousness or works righteousness or something like that.
So in this episode of the Bible in Life podcast John and Steven explore that question, can we really be holy?
Key Bible verses:
-1 Pet 1:14-16
14 As obedient children, do not be conformed to the former lusts which were yours in your ignorance, 15 but like the Holy One who called you, be holy yourselves also in all your behavior; 16 because it is written: “You shall be holy, for I am holy.”
-Heb 12:14
-Matt 5:48
One important idea: Holiness is not antithetical to our humanness; it’s actually the fulfillment of it.
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Aug 15, 2024
Aug 15, 2024
25 min
The Mission of Jesus and Becoming Christlike
Being a disciple means arranging your life to be with Jesus in order to become like Jesus.
And being like him entails two aspects - becoming like him in character and like him in mission. So what does it mean to become like Jesus in mission?
On this episode of the Bible in Life podcast John and Steven explore how we can be involved in the mission of Jesus.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
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The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Aug 8, 2024
Aug 8, 2024
26 min
Our Body, the Holy Spirit, and Becoming Like Jesus
Why is it important to acknowledge the presence and role of our body in discipleship to Jesus and spiritual growth? How do we walk by the Spirit as disciples of Jesus?
Some key texts related to this episode:
Romans 6:12-14
Romans 7
Romans 8:1-12
Galatians 5:16-24
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Aug 1, 2024
Aug 1, 2024
24 min
God's Part and Our Part in Becoming Like Jesus
In this episode of Bible in Life podcast, John and Steven discuss this question: how do we cooperate with God to become like Jesus?
We explore Roman 6, looking at what God has done to make Christlikeness possible and what we need to do in order to embody that truth.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
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http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Jul 25, 2024
Jul 25, 2024
52 min
Creating a Culture of Discipleship in the Local Church
In this episode, we explore five keys for creating a culture of discipleship and disciple making in the local church.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
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http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Jul 10, 2024
Jul 10, 2024
25 min
Becoming Like Jesus
In this episode of the Bible in Life podcast, John and Steven explore why becoming like Jesus is the very best thing we could ever do. It's good for us, good for our families, good for our communities and the world.
And it's right in sync with who we are as human beings!
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Jul 3, 2024
Jul 3, 2024
31 min
Being with Jesus
At the core of being a disciple is being with your rabbi. In our case that means being with Jesus. But it's different now than it was when Jesus physically walked the hills of Galilee with his disciples. So how can we be with Jesus today?
That's the question John and Steven explore in this episode of the Bible in Life podcast.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Jun 26, 2024
Jun 26, 2024
28 min
Being a Disciple of Jesus
Jesus' call to us is NOT to be a good church member. His call is to be his disciple. What is a disciple? What did Jesus picture when he calls us to be disciples?
On this episode, we begin a new era of the Bible in Life podcast by bringing in Steven Norris to cohost the show with John, and they begin by exploring this central them of discipleship to Jesus.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
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Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Jun 13, 2024
Jun 13, 2024
59 min
What is the process by which people grow spiritually? What is a discipleship pathway and how do you create one? How can we grow spiritually and how can we help other grow as well?
Nick Cady is the lead pastor at White Fields Community Church in Longmont, CO. He served for 18 years on the mission field and is part of the leadership team for the Expositors Collective. He's also the host of the Theology for the People podcast.
Midway through this discussion we process the discipleship pathway for Nick's church. To see that click here.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
Social Media- connect on facebook and instagram
Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
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Jun 6, 2024
Jun 6, 2024
13 min
Disarming the Powers of Evil | Colossians 2:15
Jesus' death accomplishes much more than we often realize. Speaking of the benefits of Jesus' death and resurrection, Colossians 2:15 says, "When He had disarmed the rulers and authorities, He made a public display of them, having triumphed over them through Him."
In this episode we reflect on what this means for us.
Free 30 Page eBook to help you Hear and Heed the Bible:
Support this ministry:
Set up a recurring monthly or a one-time donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with John:
Social Media- connect on facebook and instagram
Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
If you've been helped by this teaching leave a review and share freely - on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, via email.