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(2 of 2) "I am with you." Haggai chapter two shows a people who have repented, are faithfully obedient to the work, and yet are discouraged. God's message of, "I am with you," provides comfort and hope. Additionally, Haggai foretells and forthtells about the new temple and new kingdom. Let's observe some messianic prophecy in this little book! Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 1) Consider your ways! The little book of Haggai has some major power! Written shortly after the exiles have returned from 70 years in captivity, Haggai offers a glimpse into the relationship between God's presence and our obedience. In this episode, we'll review the Minor Prophets, introduce Haggai, and consider the first of the two chapters. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 2) Look and see. This pattern is processed in the song-like structure of Habakkuk. The prophet cries, "Look and see," to a God that can bring justice. Yahweh God responds, "Look and see," to a prophet who cannot understand the mighty works of God. In part two of this miniseries, we see the song shift from a lament to a taunt to a victory hymn of faith. Some of the most popular and comforting words of the prophets are found in these chapters. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 1) There are many Bible writers and narratives where people cry out to God. There is even a specific type of Bible literature called "Lament Scripture." Often, laments are left unanswered. These powerful cries give voice to the suffering and pain of God's people who may have faith and yet are coping with extreme challenges. Habakkuk's work is a brief song-like book that contains lament. One of the unique features of this little work is that Yahweh God answers! Join us as we process the cries of a prophet who sees injustice and suffering. Consider the replies of a long-suffering and just God. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 2) Nahum's little book is a taunt. Imagine a single person standing opposite the world's most powerful army and taunting them about their utter destruction. It seems preposterous. And yet, God called Nahum to "comfort" the oppressed while condemning the oppressor. There is so much to learn from this so called "minor" prophet. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Nahum's little book is a taunt. Imagine a single person standing opposite the world's most powerful army and taunting them about their utter destruction. It seems preposterous. And yet, God called Nahum to "comfort" the oppressed while condemning the oppressor. There is so much to learn from this so called "minor" prophet. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

What does the Lord require of you? The answer to that question would bring conviction and peace. It would convict because it gives clear direction. It would give peace because the clarity shows the way to go. Not only is this question asked by Micah to an unfaithful people, but he also answers it on behalf of the Lord. Let's learn about this and more as we study the "so called" minor prophet Micah. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Hosea's "minor" prophecy continues with chapters 4-14. Today we will observe the tug of war between God's desire for mercy and His necessity for justice. Watch out, your heart may break as you process this podcast. It contains powerful Scriptures about the heart of God. We will also see how Hosea's Scriptures shape and form the New Testament in seven different places. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Hosea was a minor prophet with a major problem: God told him to marry a woman who would not remain faithful to him. Could you imagine knowing that going into the marriage? How tragic. And yet, Hosea's life, even the names of his children, were intended to teach God's faithless people that their sins were like spiritual adultery to God. In this episode, we'll focus on the first 3 chapters of the book. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Amos was not even a prophet by profession...he was a shepherd and a farmer! But called him to share a "burden" with a group of unfaithful and oppressive Hebrews. What do you already know about Amos? What patterns are repeated in this little book? Let's consider this so called "Minor Prophet" together. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Obadiah was a prophet who wrote the shortest book in the Old Testament. In just twenty one verses, the Lord speaks to the brother nation of Edom. Instead of helping their brother Judah, Edom's arrogance and injustice further hurt God's people. How could such a small book about people so long ago and so far away ring true in our lives today? Let's consider this so called "Minor Prophet" together. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life. Release date:

Jonah ran from God. And then he experienced three days and nights of death-like stasis in a great fish. Now he is out and commanded by God to go to one of Israel's greatest enemies, the Assyrian Empire. Chapters 3 and 4 reveal the heart of Jonah and the heart of God. Once again, we hold this book up like a mirror and ask how we might be like Jonah. Do we care more for material goods than souls? God's rhetorical question, "Should I not pity?" may sting us as much as it did Jonah. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Jonah was one of the so called "Minor Prophets." There is nothing minor about his message. Forget what you have seen in a children's illustrated Bible story about a guy on a pleasure cruise with a whale, this brief narrative is meant to show us ourselves and the unfortunate biases we often have when running from God. Join me on a two part journey through the prophet Jonah's book in the Bible. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

There are so many valuable lessons from the so called "Minor Prophets." Sometimes, however, we can get overwhelmed by the literature and miss the lesson. Join Jonathan on a reflection concerning priorities in the first chapter of the minor prophet Haggai.

This week, two young men, Justin and Uriah, are joining Jonathan in studio. These guys are currently in school and also studying to become better congregational teachers. Together they discussed 1 Timothy 4:12 and the admonition to no let others "despise their youth." Listen along with us. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Happy New Year 2025! Among the many resolutions, I hope that you have a constant goal to "aim for restoration." Are you familiar with that Bible concept? If not, consider these three big questions: (1) Aren't you glad for the restoration movement? (2) What is restoration anyways? (3) How am I to be a restorer in the twenty-first century? This week, I'd like to process these questions with you as we consider how the Bible provides the answers. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(2 of 2) RC Cope is back on the podcast. Together with Jonathan, they discuss the perplexing case of Ananias and Saphira in Acts 5. How did pride and the temptation of perception affect their actions? How could it affect us? Let's listen and learn together. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

RC Cope is back on the podcast. Together with Jonathan, they discuss the perplexing case of Ananias and Saphira in Acts 5. How did pride and the temptation of perception affect their actions? How could it affect us? Let's listen and learn together. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Part two! How should Christians engage with video games? How should parents navigate the popular gaming culture with their children? Join Jonathan as he discusses "Gaming with God" with guest Noah Martin, a self proclaimed "gamer." A special guest, Gabriel Edwards, will also join to share things from a Gen Z perspective. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.Part

From Colossians 3:17-4:6. Join Jonathan as we process Paul's writing to the Colossians. Today we'll observe: (1) Applying God's ways in relationships. (2) How to interact with outsiders. (3) Closing thoughts. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

From Colossians 3:1-17. Join Jonathan as we process Paul's writing to the Colossians. Today we'll observe: (1) Mindset matters. (2) We must actively put some things OFF and other things ON. (3) We have a duty to ONE ANOTHER. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

How should Christians engage with video games? How should parents navigate the popular gaming culture with their children? Join Jonathan as he discusses "Gaming with God" with guest Noah Martin, a self proclaimed "gamer." A special guest, Gabriel Edwards, will also join to share things from a Gen Z perspective. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(4 of 6). From Colossians 2:6-23. Join Jonathan as we process Paul's writing to the Colossians. Today we'll observe: (1) Don't be cheated with something that relegates Jesus and His church to a lower tier; (2) Life is found IN CHRIST; (3) Law keeping without Christ cannot justify you. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(3 of 6). From Colossians 1:24-2:5. Join Jonathan as we process Paul's writing to the Colossians. Today we'll observe: (1) suffering produced from preaching is an evidence of trustworthiness; (2) no matter how drawn out, false doctrine is built on a false premise; and Be strong; (3) attacks can come from many sides. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

What do you know about the Bible book of Colossians? This brief, 4 chapter epistle contains some of the most beautiful descriptions about Jesus and His preeminent or all-sufficient nature. It also gives practical teaching to church leaders, family members, and Christians who desire to walk closer with Jesus. What were the Colossians struggling with? Why was the apostle Paul concerned for their faith? What can we glean from a study in this short Bible book? All these and more answered in a series on the New Testament letter to the Colossian church.

(2 of 6). Time and culture change but false teachers use the same tactics throughout history: Displace Jesus as Messiah and Lord. Pervert the doctrine. Paul does us a great favor here by exposing the vastness of Christ's authority and power. Christianity is not a "western" religion, or a modern religion, or one of the great religions of history. Christianity is at the heart of God's plan for every soul ever born regardless of place, time or position. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

We continue to discuss the so called minor prophet Joel. The Lord states, "Rend your heart and not your garments." Joel cried out for the people to return to the Lord. This beautiful message of hope resonates event today. In this two episode series, Jonathan and Bryce continue to meditate on big questions like: Why is this book in the Bible? What can we learn from it? How can we use it to learn about God's will? This and more in the final episode in a two episode miniseries on Joel. * Text: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Joel%201&version=ESV * Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Joel is one of the "minor prophets." This was a group of twelve men who received messages from God during a time of great change and adversity during the Old Testament. Their messages are often overlooked because of the challenging language and style. In this two episode series, Jonathan and Bryce are going to discuss one of these prophets: Joel. Why is this book in the Bible? What can we learn from it? How can we use it to learn about God's will? This and more in a two episode miniseries on Joel. * Text: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Joel%201&version=ESV * Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 4 of 4) Do you go to church at a cult? How can you know? Whether it be that someone you know attends a place of worship that feels "cult-like" or whether someone has said this about your place of worship, it often feels like the "ultimate" way to end a debate. But what is a cult anyway? And how can we find common ground on what it is? What are some of the concerns that we should consider when thinking about cult like behaviors? These questions and more and answered by Dr. Kyle Hammonds and Jonathan Edwards as they process the issue together with the Scriptures. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 3 of 4) Do you go to church at a cult? How can you know? Whether it be that someone you know attends a place of worship that feels "cult-like" or whether someone has said this about your place of worship, it often feels like the "ultimate" way to end a debate. But what is a cult anyway? And how can we find common ground on what it is? What are some of the concerns that we should consider when thinking about cult like behaviors? These questions and more and answered by Dr. Kyle Hammonds and Jonathan Edwards as they process the issue together with the Scriptures. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(Part 2 of 4) Do you go to church at a cult? How can you know? Whether it be that someone you know attends a place of worship that feels "cult-like" or whether someone has said this about your place of worship, it often feels like the "ultimate" way to end a debate. But what is a cult anyway? And how can we find common ground on what it is? What are some of the concerns that we should consider when thinking about cult like behaviors? These questions and more and answered by Dr. Kyle Hammonds and Jonathan Edwards as they process the issue together with the Scriptures.

Do you go to church at a cult? How can you know? Whether it be that someone you know attends a place of worship that feels "cult-like" or whether someone has said this about your place of worship, it often feels like the "ultimate" way to end a debate. But what is a cult anyway? And how can we find common ground on what it is? What are some of the concerns that we should consider when thinking about cult like behaviors? These questions and more and answered by Dr. Kyle Hammonds and Jonathan Edwards as they process the issue together with the Scriptures.

(2 of 2) “Must I be a member of a local church?” That is such a great question. You may have a lot of reasons for asking it. Join guest Aaron Battey from www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com as he and Jonathan process this question and the various reasons behind it in a conversational format. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(1 of 2) “Must I be a member of a local church?” That is such a great question. You may have a lot of reasons for asking it. Join guest Aaron Battey from www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com as he and Jonathan process this question and the various reasons behind it in a conversational format. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

Matthew 5-7 is, in my humble opinion, the greatest sermon ever preached. The opening section, "The Beatitudes," begins with several "happy blessings" for Jesus' disciples. Join Jonathan as he breaks down this part of the sermon on the mount and how the happy blessings are for all of Jesus' followers today.

When it comes to truth, authority, identity, and a host of other issues, there is a differing perspective based on the generational divide? How does that impact the way that we talk to others about Jesus when they may be from a different generation? Join guest Noah Howard and Jonathan discuss the generational gap and how Christians are called to reach beyond the gap.

When it comes to truth, authority, identity, and a host of other issues, there is a differing perspective based on the generational divide? How does that impact the way that we talk to others about Jesus when they may be from a different generation? Join guest Noah Howard and Jonathan discuss the generational gap and how Christians are called to reach beyond the gap.

The anthem of Christian identity is, “I am who YOU say I am.” When spoken to God from the believer's heart, the powerful and encouraging words of Jesus found in John 8 are expressed from our inner man to the throne of God. Join Bryce Whittaker and Jonathan Edwards talk about identity and the Bible in this two part miniseries. Text: John 8 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+8&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The anthem of Christian identity is, “I am who YOU say I am.” When spoken to God from the believer's heart, the powerful and encouraging words of Jesus found in John 8 are expressed from our inner man to the throne of God. Join Bryce Whittaker and Jonathan Edwards talk about identity and the Bible in this two part miniseries. Text: John 8 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+8&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYyTA&list=PLrwKxfYuhyDelp6Q34kZU_YDZ2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(2 of 2) In the fall of 2023, I (Jonathan) had the privilege of being interviewed by Aaron Battey (www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com) as a part of his 30-day effort to help equip Christians against pornography. Aaron graciously allowed me to repost the interview for my PSB listeners. This is a necessary and direct conversation. It is not flippant nor crass, but parents may want to listen to it before allowing little ears to hear. I leave it to you, dear listener, to use wisdom and discretion. * Links: * (1) Check out Aaron's website for the many resources he provides at: www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com * (2) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (3) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(1 of 2) In the fall of 2023, I (Jonathan) had the privilege of being interviewed by Aaron Battey (www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com) as a part of his 30-day effort to help equip Christians against pornography. Aaron graciously allowed me to repost the interview for my PSB listeners. This is a necessary and direct conversation. It is not flippant nor crass, but parents may want to listen to it before allowing little ears to hear. I leave it to you, dear listener, to use wisdom and discretion. * Links: * (1) Check out Aaron's website for the many resources he provides at: www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com * (2) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (3) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(2 of 2) Paul told Christians to "redeem the time" which means to buy it back, use it well, guard it wisely. Paul also got a lot done, used his time well, and said, “imitate me as I imitate Christ.” * That's our goal. If we follow the example of Jesus, who used His time better than anyone, we'll be able to do just that. Join guest Jeremy Hykel and Jonathan as they discuss the Scriptures around Ephesians 5:16 and the challenging discipline of redeeming time. ​ * Text: Ephesians 5:16-17 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+5&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(1 of 2) Paul told Christians to "redeem the time" which means to buy it back, use it well, guard it wisely. Paul also got a lot done, used his time well, and said, “imitate me as I imitate Christ.” * That's our goal. If we follow the example of Jesus, who used His time better than anyone, we'll be able to do just that. Join guest Jeremy Hykel and Jonathan as they discuss the Scriptures around Ephesians 5:16 and the challenging discipline of redeeming time. ​ * Text: Ephesians 5:16-17 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+5&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(2 of 2) Do you know how much you benefit from prayer? The Apostle Paul knew! In seven of his fourteen NT letters, he asked (even begged) for brothers and sisters to pray for him. The Apostle Paul believed in prayer power. Prayer IS the ultimate power source because we connect with the greatest of all powers–Almighty God! We have access to great power BUT we must stay plugged in. Join Brett Hickey and Jonathan as they discuss how Christians can unleash prayer power. Text: James 4:2 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James%204&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You'll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.