The Questions Worth Answering Podcast

Episode Notes (Show Notes):Welcome to Episode 2 of Better Bible Study with Pastor John! Today, we're tackling the big question: Why is Bible study essential for every believer? Pastor John shares three powerful reasons why studying Scripture is a must, along with practical tips to help you get started, even if you feel overwhelmed.Key Takeaways:The Bible helps us know God better, grow spiritually, and discern truth in a world full of competing voices.Neglecting Bible study can lead to spiritual drift, weak faith, and limited impact.Simple steps like starting small, using a method, and building a habit can make all the difference in your Bible study journey.Resources Mentioned:SOAP Bible Study Method: Scripture, Observation, Application, PrayerSuggested starting point for study: The Gospel of JohnChallenge for the Week:Take one step toward consistent Bible study. Whether it's picking a time, choosing a passage, or using the SOAP method, commit to growing in God's Word this week.Stay Connected:Website: TheBetterBibleStudy.comFacebook: Better Bible StudyInstagram: @JohnCRichardsJrNext Episode: Don't miss next week's deep dive into one of the most important tools for effective Bible study: The role of context.Subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with someone who needs encouragement in their faith journey. Let's grow together!

Welcome to the very first episode of Better Bible Study with Pastor John! In this episode, we're laying the foundation for everything this podcast is about—helping you understand and love reading God's Word. Pastor John Richards shares his passion for teaching Scripture, explains why Bible study is essential, and gives you a sneak peek into what you can expect from upcoming episodes.Key Takeaways:Why this podcast exists and who it's for.Pastor John's story and 20+ years of experience as a Bible teacher.What's coming next: practical tools, real-life application, and inspiration to grow in your faith.Stay Connected:Website: TheBetterBibleStudy.comFacebook: Better Bible StudyInstagram: @JohnCRichardsJrMake sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this podcast with someone who wants to deepen their understanding of God's Word!Next Episode: We'll explore why Bible study is essential for every believer and how it can transform your walk with God.Let's grow together in our love for Scripture!

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Have You Missed Him?References: Deuteronomy 18:15; John 4:25; 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You Numbering Your Days?References: 1 Kings 3:5; Psalm 39:4; Psalm 90:12

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You Getting Technical With God?References: Romans 12:1; 1 Corinthians 8:9-13; 1 Peter 2:5

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Have a Devil Next Door?References: Ezra 1:1; Proverbs 21:1; Romans 8:28

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: What Do Your Flower Beds Looks Like?References: Acts 16:1; 1 Corinthians 3:6; 1 Timothy 1:5; 2 Timothy 3:15

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Why Are You Being Pressed?References: Matthew 4:11; Matthew 6:13; Luke 22:40-44

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Handle the Crossover?References: Genesis 48:14; Joshua 17:1; Matthew 19:15 

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Where is Your Desert?References: Acts 5:19; Acts 8:25-26; Acts 27:23

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You A Man/Woman?References: Exodus 34:14; Acts 10:26; Revelation 19:10

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Walk It Out?References: Psalm 4:8; Psalm 23:2; 2 Corinthians 5:7

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: What Do You Bring to the Table?References: Psalm 51:16-17; Isaiah 1:11; Romans 12:1-2

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Would You Rather Have Jesus?References: Isaiah 35:6; John 9:8; Acts 4:1-10

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Have a Cabinet Full of Friends?References: Luke 4:1-13; John 14:27; 2 Corinthians 12:9

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You a Hired Hand?References: Isaiah 40:11; Ezekiel 34:12; John 10:11-13

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Have a Low Moan?References: Joshua 1:8; Psalm 1:2; Pslam 119:6

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You An Insider?References: Matthew 17:1-8; 2 Corinthians 3:18; 2 Peter 1:16-17; Revelation 1:16

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Carry the Death Penalty?References: John 12:25; 2 Timothy 3:12; 1 Thessalonians 4:16

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Stand Accused?References: Job 1:6-12;  1 Corinthians 10:13; 1 Peter 5:8; Revelation 12:9-10

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Where Were You?References: Job 38:4; Job 40:4-5; Psalm 89:11; Isaiah 40:12-14

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You a Stumbling Block?References: Matthew 4:10; Matthew 16:21-23; 1 Peter 2:4-8

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: What's Your Prison?References: Mark 13:9; Acts 5:18; Philippians 1:12

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Get Him Right?References: Matthew 6:8; Matthew 6:33; Mark 10:29; Philippians 4:6

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: When Was the Last Time You Had Heart Burn?References: Psalm 39:3; Luke 24:13-35; 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Live in the Now?References: Proverbs 27: Isaiah 46:10; Matthew 6:34;  Hebrews 12:2; James 4:13-16

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You Asking the Right Questions?References: Genesis 1:1; John 1:1; Colossians 1:16

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Want the Smoke?References: Exodus 30:1-10; Psalm 141:2; Revelation 5:8

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are They Thirsty Around You?References: Matthew 5:13-16; Philippians 1:11; 1 Peter 2:12

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Have You Gone East?References: Genesis 3:24; Genesis 11:1; Exodus 24:18

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Wait?References: Exodus 19:4; Isaiah 40:31; 2 Corinthians 4:16

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You Having Second Thoughts?References: Numbers 12:6; Acts 16:9-10; Acts 20:1-5

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You Ignoring the Signs?References: Exodus 3:12; Exodus 18:17-18; Numbers 11:14

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You See It Through?References: Matthew 5:48; Luke 21:19; James 1:4

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Still Have Rights?References: Romans 6:11; Galatians 2:20; 1 Peter 2:9

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You Dusty?References: Luke 10:38-42; Acts 22:3

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Are You at the Wrong Pond?References: Acts 8:3; Galatians 1:13

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Has Your Calling Changed?References: Mark 2:13-17; Luke 5:31-32; John 1:43

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Have a Changed Heart?References: Genesis 6:5; Jeremiah 17:9; Jeremiah 31:11; Hebrews 8:10

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You See It Through?References: 1 Corinthians 15:58; Galatians 6:9; 2 Thessalonians 3:13

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: What Are You Saying Around the Fire?References: Mark 14:66-70; Acts 2:7

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Why Are You Trying to Defend Him?References: Matthew 26:47-51; Hebrews 4:12

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Will You Let Him Lead?References: John 13:6-9; Ephesians 5:26; Hebrews 10:22

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Stay Humble?References: Proverbs 22:4; Matthew 11:28-30; Philippians 2:1-5

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: How Are You Sleeping at Night?References: Psalm 3:5; Proverbs 3:24; Mark 4:35-41

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Hear Him Over the Waves?References: Exodus 3:14; Deuteronomy 31:6; Isaiah 43:2-3; Matthew 14:22-27

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: What Is at Your Doorstep?References: Proverbs 2:1-4; Matthew 13:45-46; Philippians 3:7-8

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Have You Blessed Your House?References: Genesis 18:19; Joshua 24:15; 1 Kings 18:21

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Do You Cause Others to Glorify God?References: Matthew 5:16; Acts 11:18; Galatians 1:24

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Can You Hear Him Laughing?References: Psalm 2:1-4; Psalm 37:13; Psalm 59:8; Isaiah 66:1

Every weekday, Pastor John explores a question worth asking in this three-minute devotional podcast.Today's question: Who Has Your Ear?References: Exodus 1:13-14; 1 Kings 12:1-14; Job 12:12