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Join Josh Clevenger of Closer Home Outdoors for a podcast all about the great outdoors and the Great God who created it all! Be prepared for Bible study, hunting stories, fish tales, and dad jokes...as well as the occasional special guest.

Closer Home Outdoors


    • Jul 6, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 45 EPISODES


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    Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2024 73:08


    Join Josh Clevenger, and special guest Jonathan Jenkins, on their mission trip to Guacimo, Costa Rica. Topics discussed: door knocking, preaching with a translator, baptisms, lessons learned, great food, amazing coffee, and death marches through the jungle. To learn more about Closer Home: closerhome.org To learn more about Latin American Missions: latinamericanmissions.org/ Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com To see the video mentioned on the podcast, visit our Instagram: @closerhomeoutdoors

    Palm Sunday (John 12:1-19)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 50:04


    Join Josh as he recounts a great weekend at Challenge Youth Conference, recaps a few great events to put on the calendar, and gives podcast recommendations. Then open your Bible to John 12:1-19 and study about Mary's care for Jesus, and His triumphal entry into the city of Jerusalem. Other Scriptures: Psalm 118:26; Zechariah 9:9; Leviticus 23:40; Revelation 7:9. 3 Events to Put on Your Calendar: Fall Retreat at Camp Inagehi Men's Retreat at Backwoods Christian Camp YES Weekend CYC Podcast Networks: Scattered Abroad The Light Network Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    The Plot to Kill the One Who Raises the Dead (John 11:45-57)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2024 61:19


    Join Josh as he returns from another "holiday hiatus." Josh gives his "Top 5 Valentines Gifts for Men and Women," then opens the Bible to John 11:45-57. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Lazarus (John 11:1-44) w/ Jeff Clevenger

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 82:09


    Josh's dad, Jeff Clevenger, joins the podcast. Topics discussed: raising a multitude of children, coaching kids sports, and the origin of Closer Home. John 11:1-44 is studied. Website: closerhome.org Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Mary and Martha

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 42:31


    Josh recounts his "Dryer Disaster", and a wonderful family trip to Lake Wedowee. Luke 10:38-42 is discussed. Other Scriptures: 1 Peter 4:9; Romans 12:13; Galatians 6:9-10; Acts 6:1-7; Matthew 6:33 Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: closerhome.org

    "You are not my sheep" (John 10:22-42)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 42:25


    Join Josh as he recounts his dove, squirrel, and deer hunting adventures over the last few weeks. Then open your Bible to John 10:22-42. Other Scripture: Psalm 82:6. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: closerhome.org

    The Good Shepherd (John 10:11-21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 30:52


    Join Josh as he recaps squirrel hunting and swimming in the creek with his kids. Then open your Bible to John 10:11-21 to learn about Jesus, the Good Shepherd. Other Scriptures: 1 Samuel 17:33-37; Luke 15:1-7; Mark 6:34; Galatians 3:26-29. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    I Am the Door (John 10:1-10)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 41:06


    Join Josh on his maiden voyage with his new podcast equipment, speaks about his recent trip to Paducah, Kentucky, for the West Kentucky Lectures, and studies through John 10:1-10. Other Scriptures referenced: John 14:1-6; Psalm 23. Book Recommendation: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=a+shepherd+looks+at+psalm+23+phillip+keller&crid=MWSTGCTPY3PR&sprefix=a+shepherd%2Caps%2C284&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_10 Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Be Real (Camp Inagehi 2023 Recap)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2023 61:08


    Josh recaps a week of adventures and Bible lessons at Camp Inagehi. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    The Blind and The Seeing (John 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2023 53:07


    Josh recaps a quick creek fishing trip, and talks about his new favorite Father's Day gift. Then he studies about when Jesus caused a man to see who had been blind from birth (John 9). Scriptures: John 3:1-2; Matthew 15:14. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: closerhome.org

    "I AM" (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 38:30


    Josh recaps the final days of turkey season, and continues the study of "I AM." Verses on the Timelessness of God: Exodus 3:15; Psalm 90:1-2; Isaiah 44:6; Hebrews 13:8; Revelation 1:4, 8; Luke 20:37-38. Jesus' "I Am" Statements: I am the Bread of Life (John 6). I am the True Vine (John 15). I am the Good Shepherd/the Door (John 10). I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:6). I am the Light of the World (John 8:12). I am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11). I am Meek and Lowly (Matthew 11:28-30). "You call Me Lord and Master, and ye say well, for so I am" (John 13:13). Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "I AM" (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 52:52


    Josh recaps the first month of turkey season, and then begins a 2-part study of YAHWEH. Scriptures: John 8; Exodus 2; Exodus 6:2-3; Deuteronomy 5:9. Names of God: YAHWEH/I AM/Jehovah Jehovah-Jireh (Genesis 22:14); Jehovah-Nissi (Exodus 17:14-15); Jehovah-Shalom (Judges 6:24); Jehovah-Tsebaoth (1 Samuel 1:3); Jehovah Elohe Yisrael. El/Elohim El Olam (Genesis 21:33); El Shaddai (Exodus 6:3); El Elyon (Genesis 14:19-20). Attributive Names: Kadhosh (Exodus 15:11); Shadday (Almighty); Abhir (Isaiah 1:24); Elyon (Deuteronomy 32:8; Psalm 18:13).

    My Father/Your Father (John 8:37-59)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 59:14


    Josh recounts a very busy couple of weeks (making jelly, turkey hunting, fishing, camping in the backyard, and attending Lads2Leaders convention). Then John 8:37-39 is studied. Other Scriptures: Galatians 3:28-29. Email address: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: www.closerhome.org If you wish to contribute to relief efforts for disaster victims, visit https://www.disasterreliefeffort.org/ .

    "The Truth Shall Make You Free" (John 8:31-36)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 30:38


    Josh recaps the past few weeks (including the turkey that tried to fight him), and then studies John 8:31-36. Other Scriptures: John 17:17; 1 Peter 1:22; Romans 6:15-19. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: www.closerhome.org

    Self-Testimony (John 8:12-30)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2023 35:56


    Josh recaps the 1st fishing attempt of 2023, and then studies John 8:12-30. Other Scriptures: John 5:31; Deuteronomy 19:15. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: closerhome.org

    The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 8:1-11)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 58:00


    Josh tells the story of his in-laws' "Urn Date" and asks for ideas to tURN it into a fun time for the family. John 8:1-11 is discussed. Other Scriptures: Deuteronomy 22:22; Leviticus 20:10; Deuteronomy 17:6; Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23; Romans 6:1-7. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    The Feast of Tabernacles (John 7)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 66:40


    Josh recaps his last day duck hunting, and then studies John 7. Other Scriptures: Matthew 12:46-50; Mark 6:3 Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Website: www.closerhome.org

    Bread of Life (John 6:22-71)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2023 53:38


    Join Josh Clevenger as he recounts his 2022 duck hunting adventures, and then embark with him on a journey through Jesus' teachings in Capernaum in John 6:22-71. Discover why the Bread of Life is WAY BETTER than manna from heaven. Other Scriptures: John 4:10-15; Hebrews 11:6; Exodus 16:4; Nehemiah 9:15-16; Psalm 78:17-33. Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Walking on Water (John 6:15-21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 46:53


    We're back from Holiday Hiatus! Join Josh as he recounts his HUMBLING deer hunting experiences, and studies John 6:15-21. Other Scriptures: Mark 6:45-52; Matthew 14:22-33. Email any questions or comments to closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Visit www.closerhome.org

    Feeding the 5000 (John 6:1-14)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 56:21


    Josh recaps his hunt at the Piedmont NWR, and then studies the miracle of Feeding the 5000 from the perspective of Jesus, a boy, Phillip, and Andrew. Scripture: John 6:1-14 Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Father and Son (John 5:19-47)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 53:48


    Join Josh as he recalls his last few hunts in the woods, and talks about "buck fever" and the "bat-mobile." This week's Bible study is from John 5:19-47. Other Scriptures referenced: Ephesians 2:1-6; Romans 6:1-4. Email at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Visit www.closerhome.org

    The Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1-18)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 40:40


    Join Josh in studying John 5:1-18. Email @ closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    The Nobleman's Son (John 4:43-54)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 36:43


    Join Josh as he talks about Fall Retreat at Camp Inagehi and the opening day of muzzle-loader season. Then open your Bible to John 4:43-54 and read along. Other Scriptures Referenced: Luke 4:23-27 Email: closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "White for Harvest" (John 4:27-38)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 36:36


    Join Josh as he talks about pear preserves and dove poppers, and then open your Bible to John 4:27-42. In this episode, learn what it means to "drop the water pot," and prepare yourself to "harvest" for the Lord. Email Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com Visit closerhome.org

    In Spirit and Truth (John 4:21-26).

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 53:23


    Join Josh as he talks about squirrel hunts, spider webs, dove hunts, and fried pies. Study along as we dive into understanding what it is to worship "in Spirit and Truth." Scriptures: John 4:21-26; 1 Samuel 16:7; Psalm 51:15-17; John 17:17; Ephesians 5:19; 1 Timothy 2:8; 2 Timothy 4:2; 2 Corinthians 9:7; 1 Corinthians 11:24-25; Matthew 15:8-9. Email Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "Woman at the Well" (John 4:1-20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 49:45


    Josh talks about Labor Day cookouts, crossbow shooting, and going to the rodeo. John 4:1-20 is studied. Other scriptures include Genesis 33:18-21. Email Josh anytime at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com.

    He Must Increase, But I Must Decrease

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 42:49


    Join Josh as he talks about falling in the river and dove shooting, and then study John 3:22-36 together. You can reach Josh by email anytime at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com.

    "Condemned Already" (John 3:17-21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 24:24


    Join Josh as he talks about "Corn Kid" and studies John 3:17-21. Other Bible verses referenced include John 8:12; John 1:4-5; Romans 6:1-4; Galatians 2:20; and 1 John 1:7.

    God So Loved (John 3:16)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 68:23


    In this episode, Josh dives into what it means when Scripture says "God so loved the world..." Who is "the world" anyway?!?! As always, you can email Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com . Here is an outline of this week's study: God so loved the world (1 Timothy 2:5-6). God so loved the church (Acts 20:28; 1 John 4:7-19). God so loved the lost (Romans 5:6-8; Ephesians 2:4-6). God so loved the needy (James 1:27; Proverbs 14:31; John 11). God so loved my family (Ephesians 5 &6). God so loved my enemy (Matthew 5:43-48; Proverbs 25:21-22; Luke 17:3-4). God so loved me (Galatians 2:20).

    A Cause Worth Fighting For

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 48:32


    In this podcast, Josh recaps the first week of school and the "Back to School" youth Rally in Lanette, Alabama. Then he talks about "A Cause Worth Fighting For"--his lesson from the youth rally. 1 Samuel 17:29; Ephesians 6:10-17 The Greatest King (2 Samuel 23:13-17; 1 Timothy 6:15; 1 Timothy 1:17; Psalm 47:2). The Greatest Kingdom The Greatest Enemy (2 Corinthians 11:13-15; 1 Peter 5:8). The Greatest Stakes (Matthew 16:26; Matthew 5:29-30; Matthew 25:46).

    Earthly Things (John 3:9-17)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 41:13


    In this episode, Josh talks about the "Outdoor Blast" and "Shark Week." The Scripture studied is John 3:9-15, and reference is made to the "brazen serpent" of Numbers 21:4-9. Fell free to message Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    The Kingdom of God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 51:23


    Josh recaps Day Camp at Camp Inagehi, tells stories about bullfrogs and coyotes, and investigates the Bible doctrine of "The Kingdom of God." Scriptures: Daniel 2:31-45; Matthew 3:1-3; Mark 9:1; Matthew 4:17; Matthew 10:5-7; John 18:36; Matthew 16:13-19; Colossians 1:13. Any questions or disagreements? Email Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com.

    Baptism

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 52:29


    Who? Mark 16:15-16; Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:38, 41; Acts 8:36-37 What? Colossians 2:12; Romans 6:3-4; Acts 8:36-39 When? Acts 19:5; 16:33; 22:16 Where? John 3:23; Acts 8:36 How? Acts 2:38; Matthew 28:19 Why? Acts 2:38; Romans 6:3-4; Mark 16:16; 1 Peter 3:21

    "Born Again" (John 3:3-8)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 41:05


    Josh recaps a week at Bible Camp, gives a list of great church camps in the South, and discusses being "Born Again" (John 3:3-8). Other Scriptures referenced: Romans 6:1-4; 1 Peter 1:23; John 1:12-13; 1 John 3:9; 1 John 4:7-8; 1 John 5:1; 1 John 5:4; 1 John 5:18; Acts 2. Bible Camps: Camp Inagehi Georgia Bible Camp Camp Wetoga Backwoods Christian Camp Indian Creek Youth Camp Maywood Christian Camp Sardis Lake

    Nicodemus (John 3:1-2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 41:30


    Josh is recovering from VBS, preparing for Bible Camp, and excited to study John 3! On this episode, we examine what a "Pharisee" is, the leadership of the Jewish "Sanhedrin", the purpose of miracles, and Nicodemus' path toward discipleship. Other Scriptures: John 9:16; 7:50-52; 19:38-40; Acts 2:22. Any questions? Email Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Cleansing the Temple (John 2:13-25)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 39:37


    Join Josh as he discusses "fishing rodeos" and "VBS fatigue." Then study John 2:12-15 and learn about the first time Jesus cleansed the temple. Other verses: Exodus 12; Isaiah 56:7; Mark 11:17. For questions or topics for future podcasts, email Josh at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Water to Wine (John 2:1-12)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 38:02


    In this episode, Josh reminisces about fishing with his Pa, and talks about Jesus' first miracle. Scripture references: John 2:1-12; Matthew 15:1-2; Matthew 13:55-56. Email any questions or topics to discuss to Josh Clevenger at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "Come and See" (John 1:29-51)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 39:39


    Join Josh as he prays for the victims of the Uvalde, Texas shooting and studies John 1:29-51. Email Josh anytime at closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com .

    A Voice in the Wilderness (John 1:14-28)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 37:55


    Article discussed: https://www.exploregeorgia.org/list/10-best-things-to-do-this-summer-in-georgia Scriptures: Matthew 11:7-15; Hebrews 2:10-17; 1 John 1:1-2; Deuteronomy 18:15-19; Malachi 3:1; Isaiah 40:3-5. Josh's sermon about John the Baptist: https://youtu.be/okBQ7zQ5aT4

    "Children of God" (John 1:10-13)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 44:30


    In this episode, Josh rambles about being outsmarted by a turkey, and reads John 1:10-13. Other scriptures include Isaiah 53:3; Galatians 3:26-4:7; 1 Peter 1:23; 1 John 2:29; and John 3:3-5. Josh also notes that as "Adopted Children of God" we receive a NAME (Acts 11:26); CITIZENSHIP (Philippians 3:20); INHERITANCE (Romans 8:16-17); HOME (2 Corinthians 5:6-8); and LOVE (Romans 8:31-39). Email closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com for any questions or suggested topics.

    Strength & Courage (Joshua 1) w/ Maddox Clevenger

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 41:36


    Join Josh for an interview with an 8-year-old, and a study of Joshua chapter 1. Other scriptures: Matthew 28:18-20; Joshua 14; 24:15; Philippians 4:13. Email me @ closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "The Light of the Son" (John 1:4-9)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 33:22


    Josh "talks turkey" and tells the story of the "cereal killer," then talks about "light" and "darkness." Scriptures: John 8:12; Matthew 5:14-16; James 2; Galatians 2:20. Email us @ closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "The Word" (John 1:1-3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 35:42


    In this episode Josh introduces us to the Clevenger family, talks about the "Secret Garden," and looks into the subject of the Eternal Word mentioned in John 1:1-3. Other Scriptures mentioned are Genesis 1; Philippians 2:5-11; John 10:30-31; and 1st John 1:1-2. Email us @ closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    "In the Beginning" (John 1:1; Genesis 1:1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 41:29


    Join Josh on the FIRST EVER Deer Pants Pocast! Texts: John 1; Genesis 1; Psalm 19:1-6. Email me @ closerhomeoutdoors@gmail.com

    Deer Pants (Trailer)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 0:57


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