Biblical Insights with David Gooding

 In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who He really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding argues that the Christian message is not a dull religion of grim duty, but the source of real joy, with the believer's future secured in heaven. He contrasts this with the common religious mentality of discipline and uncertainty, showing that true Christianity brings freedom, confidence, and deep rejoicing in God's love. 

 In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who He really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding corrects misconceptions about God's love. He shows how Christ taught both the seriousness of human sin and the richness of God's forgiveness, with the cross as the place where God's love, holiness, judgment, and mercy meet.

 In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who He really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding exposes how religious ceremonies, symbols, and moral effort can never bring people to God. He shows that salvation is a free gift received through personal repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.

 In a world full of conflicting information, some beliefs about the character of Jesus Christ are at odds with who he really is. This short podcast series takes a fresh look at common misconceptions and sets the record straight using the light of the New Testament gospel accounts. In this episode, David Gooding examines the argument that Jesus was merely a social reformer. He appeals to us to receive him personally as the giver of eternal life, rather than just his temporal gifts.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding provides a survey of Revelation. He helps us to navigate its more daunting passages so that we can hear its intended message, showing how the text, rather than frustrating us with its imagery, can lead our hearts to worship.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode David Gooding surveys the exhortations and warning of the epistle to the Hebrews, showing how they apply to the lives of Christians today.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of 1 Timothy, explaining what lessons it has to teach about the triune God and why they matter for our service in the church.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of the three major movements of the Epistle to the Ephesians and what they teach about creation, Christ’s role in history and how we are to walk with the Lord.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of Colossians and shows how Paul helps his readers to avoid spiritual pitfalls by taking them back to the glories of the gospel of Christ.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding surveys the twelve arguments that Paul uses in his letter to the Galatians in order to defend the truth of the gospel and draw them back from legalism.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding provides two surveys of the prominent features of 1 Corinthians. In the first, he focusses on Paul’s appeal to the believers in Corinth to go back to the message of the Christian gospel in order to deal with the problems in the church. In the second he considers Paul’s letter as the Christian philosophy of man.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding argues that tracing the thought flow of Romans through its major sections is key to helping us understand both its individual doctrines and its overall message.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding explains three methods of studying the Acts of the Apostles, explaining how his preferred, literary approach to the text makes the best sense of the way that Luke has divided his book in order to communicate God’s inspired message.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding traces the four journeys that structure the gospel of John, explaining how the author’s arrangement of his material serves to communicate the Holy Spirit’s message.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding surveys the gospel of Matthew and the way the author has organized his material to communicate the themes of his book.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of the book of Zechariah. He runs through the three major divisions of Israel’s history, and explains why the prophet’s gospel of restoration is relevant for us today.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding looks at three Old Testament prophets—Ezekiel, Jeremiah and Isaiah—and explains what the gospel message of each of these books is, what it says about the problem of human sin, and God’s plan for addressing it.

In this podcast, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of the book of Daniel. He shows that while this book deals with future events and the coming messianic kingdom, much of it is also concerned with providing encouragement for the Christian life in the here and now.

In this podcast, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of First Chronicles, explaining what lessons this book of Old Testament history has to teach us about God’s plan of redemption.

In this podcast, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding continues his survey of Kings, focussing on the symbolism of the structure and furnishings of the house of the Lord, and the history of the division of the nation of Israel.

In this podcast, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of 1 Kings to show that, rather than being a mere list of historical events, the inspired text is arranged in such a way as to communicate God’s living message.

In this podcast, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding surveys the book of Joshua, focussing on the judgments of God and what Christians today are meant to learn from the Israelite’s conquest and inheritance of the land.  

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an outline of Deuteronomy, explaining its relevance for today and the ways we can apply its message to ourselves in light of the new covenant’s superiority to the old covenant.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding surveys Leviticus, explaining its practical implications for Christians by showing us how its depictions of sacrifices and offerings teach us about sin, holiness and the character of God.

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding overviews Exodus and explains how its true story of redemption is relevant for Christians today as it comes to fulfilment in the events of the New Testament.  

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of Genesis, focussing on the life of Abraham and how the New Testament appeals to the authority of the Old as it explains the doctrines of the Christian gospel.  

In this podcast series, David Gooding provides high level overviews that help us begin to understand what individual books are saying, and why they matter now. He gives the big picture inside a little frame, and shows us that the challenge of understanding the books in God’s library is meant to be as exciting as it is challenging. In this episode, David Gooding gives an overview of the first half of the book of Genesis and its three creation stories, showing what lessons each story teaches us about humanity’s original purpose, tragic fall and ultimate redemption.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding explains the believer’s relationship to the law. He also clarifies what Paul means when he says we have put off the old self—and why, given this truth, sin is still a problem in the daily lives of believers.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding looks at what Paul says about the lordship of Christ and the effect that is to have on marital, parental, and even slave–master relationships. Addressing the objections made against these verses in Colossians, he reminds us of the vital importance of obedience in the grand scheme of God’s plans for us.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding reminds us of the privilege of being made in God’s image; and that as such, our lives are to be in line with God’s Word by loving and forgiving others just as he loves and forgives us.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding clarifies what Paul means when he says we died, were buried and have been raised with Christ, who is the source of the new life given to every believer.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding warns against being so enamoured with the shadows of spiritual realities that we neglect the very things they represent. He appeals for believers to hold fast to Christ, and not to be led astray by the dangers of ascetism and mysticism.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding looks at passages across Scripture to explain Paul’s reference to circumcision in Colossians 2 : 11, as well as the symbolic significance of baptism.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding discusses Paul’s warnings against any teaching that turns Christianity into a form of spiritual slavery. HE reminds us of the riches we have in Christ, as he warns us not to be robbed by the deceptions of man-made philosophies.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding discusses the importance and authority of the Apostle Paul. He also reminds us that, just as Paul suffered for the sake of the Colossians, so too our journey will sometimes be filled with suffering and difficulties.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding refutes the accusation that God is against humanity. Rather, God seeks to reconcile the whole of creation to himself, achieving this through the shedding of the blood of his Son on the cross.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding looks at what it means to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord. He also examines the parable of the sower to explain why believers can rejoice even in times of testing.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this episode, David Gooding examines Paul’s technique of drawing the Colossians away from false spirituality and back to the riches of the gospel, reminding them of the security, foundation and hope they have in Christ.

Paul’s epistle to the Colossians reminds us that ultimately Christ is all we need: he is our initial salvation, our growth in sanctification and our final glorification. Studying Colossians reminds us of our status as God’s children, showing us how to walk with Christ while avoiding the enemy’s pitfalls. In this first episode, David Gooding introduces the themes of this letter and explains the importance of making spiritual progress. He also warns us that Satan tries to misdirect us not only with worldliness, but through our very desire for holiness.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book,  with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In this final episode of this series, Dr. Gooding takes us through the descriptions of the Eternal City in Revelation 21, explaining the symbolism of its main features and the joy that awaits those who have trusted Christ. Please join us as  the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side, as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book, with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race? What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In episode 11, Dr. Gooding issues a warning about how the world can distract us away from our duties as Christians. And encourages us to see the glorious truth that as Christ's bride, we must remain faithful as we eagerly await Christ's return. Please join us as  the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

 In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book, with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In episode 10, Dr. Gooding takes us back to Genesis to explain what the woman and the beast represent in Revelation 17,  and he shares what the passage reveals about the dangers of combining politics with religion. Please join us as  the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book, with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In episode 9, Dr. Gooding argues that lasting peace and prosperity will not be achieved by merely human governments, and that for humanity to enjoy the paradise it longs for, Christ must return and reign. Please join us as the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory. Visit our website for free ebooks, sermons and study notes: www.myrtlefieldhouse.com

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book, with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In episode 8, Dr. Gooding looks at Satan's strategy in his war against God as revealed in the Revelation, and outlines the reasons why his dark campaign is doomed from the start. Please join us as the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side, as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book,  with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In episode 7, Dr. Gooding discusses Revelation 12 and the vision of the woman, the child, and the beast, helping us to understand their significance by examining their counterparts in the book of Genesis. Please join us as  the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book, with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief?   In episode 6, Dr. Gooding exposes the subtle disguises of modern day idols and examines the warning of Revelation 13's visions of a future when multitudes will be deceived by an anti-Christ government.   Please join us as the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book,  with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In this fifth episode, Dr. Gooding gleans comfort from passages in Revelation and their Old Testament counterparts, helping us to understand purpose in our suffering and the role suffering plays in refining our faith.  Please join us as  the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book, with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In this fourth episode, Dr. Gooding considers the Lamb in Revelation 5, who is worthy to set loose judgments upon the world. But who is also the one to save us from God's just wrath, and lead God's people to the fountain of life.  Please join us as the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book,  with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In this third episode, Dr. Gooding continues to guide us through the depictions of the throne of God in Revelation 4. Namely, the seven lamps, the sea of glass, and the four living creatures, and teaches us what they symbolize about the nature of God's rule. Please join us as the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side, as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.

In many ways, the book of Revelation is a solemn book  with its depictions of tribulation and judgment.  But what hope does it offer the human race?  What does it tell us about how God will claim victory over sin and unbelief? In this second episode, Dr. Gooding explains why judgment must come from the throne of God. He examines the meaning and significance of the emerald rainbow and the thrones of the 24 elders in Revelation 4, and explains the insight these symbols give us into the heart of our Creator. Please join us as  the lessons of Revelation challenge us to make a choice to be on the Lord's side, as we come to appreciate the fairness of God's judgments and the glory of his final victory.