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By the Book | Christ-centered teaching with Dr. Stephen Reynolds
by Joseph Tate
By the Book is a Bible-centered teaching podcast with Dr. Stephen Reynolds, focused on faithfully handling Scripture and clearly communicating God’s truth. Each episode opens the Bible with care and conviction, offering thoughtful teaching that is grounded in the authority of God’s Word and centered on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Rather than chasing trends or opinions, this podcast is committed to teaching that is faithful, clear, and rooted in Scripture. Whether it's full sermons, exploring a passage, a doctrine, or a practical question of faith, By the Book exists to help listeners grow in understanding, strengthen their walk with Christ, and engage the Bible with confidence.
Episodes
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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 8. The Churches of Jesus Part 6: The Loyal Church in Philadelphia
The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 6: The Loyal Church in Philadelphia Revelation 3:7-13 The Main Point: We must be loyal to Jesus, just as he is loyal to us! The Loving City (v7a) The Lord Jesus (v7b) Jesus is the holy Lord. (Rev 4:8b) Jesus is the true Lord. (1 Jn 5:20; Rev...
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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 7. The Churches of Jesus Part 5: The Dead Church in Sardis
The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 5: The Dead Church in Sardis Revelation 3:1-6 The Main Point: A dead church relies on past reputation, but a living church lives in the reality of faith in Jesus. A City with a Past Reputation (v1a) It was strong. It was overconfident. A…
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Sermon Series | The End is All About Jesus | 6. The Churches of Jesus Part 4: The Growing Church in Thyatira
The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 4: The Growing Church in Thyatira Revelation 2:18-29 The Main Point: A growing church must protect itself from the dangerous influence of idolatry. The True King (v18) Ps 2:1-12; Mt 6:19-21 A growing church follows Christ as their king. The...
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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 5. The Churches of Jesus Part 3: The Vulnerable Church in Pergamum
The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 3: The Vulnerable Church in Pergamum Revelation 2:12-17 The Main Point: Right doctrine strengthens the Church. Strong churches endure persecution. (v.12-13) Strong churches reject false doctrine. (v.14-15) Strong churches repent of their sins....
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 7. Law Vs. Grace
Episode Summary Pastor Grant joins the conversation to help us work through one of the most important tensions in the Christian life — the relationship between law and grace. Why do Christians still struggle with sin after salvation? Why does guilt linger even after forgiveness? And what does...
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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 4. The Churches of Jesus Part 2: The Persecuted Church in Smyrna
The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 2: The Persecuted Church in Smyrna Revelation 2:8-11 The Main Point: Jesus is our hope to endure persecution. Persecuted Christians find hope in the gospel of Jesus. (v8) Jesus suffered. (Isa 53:3; Lk 9:22; 1 Pet 2:21) Jesus won. (2 Cor 8:9)...
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Sermon Series | The End is All About Jesus | 3. The Churches of Jesus Part 1: The Hard-Working Church in Ephesus
The End is All About Jesus The Churches of Jesus Part 1: The Hard-Working Church in Ephesus Revelation 2:1-7 The Main Point: A faithful church must work hard to protect both the teaching of Jesus and the love of Jesus. Christ to his Church (v1) Commendation for Hard Work & Hating Evil (vv2-3, 6)...
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 6. "Why The Old Testament Matters"
The Old Testament isn't a confusing collection of ancient laws and violent stories. It's the first half of one unified story — and it's impossible to fully understand Jesus without it. Today Pastor Steve walks us through covenants, sacrifices, and the logic of blood — and shows us how all of it...
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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 2. The Vision of Jesus
The Vision of Jesus Revelation 1:9-20 The Main Point: In Revelation, we encounter Jesus so that we will worship Jesus. John heard the voice of Jesus. (vv9-11) Rev 2:9-10; Ezek 2:2; 3:12; Jn 4:24; Ex 19:16 The book of Revelation is God’s word to a suffering people. John saw the appearance of…
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Sermon Series | The End Is All About Jesus | 1. The Revelation of Jesus
The End is All About Jesus The Revelation of Jesus Revelation 1:1-8 The Main Point: The book of Revelation is all about Jesus. We learn something about the book: The Revelation from Jesus Christ (1:1-2) Revelation is God’s Word. Revelation includes symbolic visions. (Dan 2:28-29, 45b) Revelation...
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 5. How to read the bible without making it about you
Most of us were never taught how to read the Bible. We were just told to read it. And when you figure it out on your own, you end up with a faith built on verses taken out of context, personal feelings dressed up as Scripture, and a Bible that somehow always agrees with you. In today's...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 16. The Christian Life Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The Christian Life is All About Jesus Romans 13:1-14 The Main Point: The Christian life is all about Jesus. The Christian life involves Christlike respect. (vv1-7; Rom 1:16) Obey earthly leaders. (vv1-5; Dan 2:21a; Jer 27:5-6; Acts 24:16) Pay earthly obligations. (vv6-7; 1 Tim...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 15. The Church Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The Church is All About Jesus Ephesians 4:1-16 The Main Point: The Church is all about Jesus The Church is united in the godliness of Jesus. (vv1-3) We have a calling. (Gal 5:22-23) We have an example. (Phil 2:1-8) The Church is united by the gospel of Jesus. (vv4-6) We have the...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 14. Easter Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus Easter is All About Jesus 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 The Main Point: Easter is all about Jesus The resurrection of Jesus is essential to… The Gospel (vv1-2; 1 Cor 15:14, 17): You must believe Jesus rose again if you want to be saved. The Bible (vv3-4; Lk 24:44-46; Isa 53:12): You must...
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 4. What Is the Gospel?
Rooted What is the Gospel? Most people have an answer — but is it the complete one? In this episode, we walk through what the Gospel actually is, what it isn't, and why every piece of the definition matters. Key Scriptures Romans 1:16 1 Corinthians 15:1–4 Ephesians 2:8–9 Romans 10:9–10 Acts 5:31...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 13. Crumbling Kingdoms are All About Jesus
Crumbling Kingdoms are All About Jesus Matthew 23:37-24:2 The Main Point: Crumbling kingdoms all about Jesus. (Mt 23:25-26) Jesus is the king over every kingdom. (vv37-39) 2 Chr 36:15-16; Jer 35:15; Deut 32:11; Jer 12:7 True security is only found in Jesus. (Ps 33:17; 20:7; Dan 2:20-21; Job…
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 12. The New Creation Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The New Creation is All About Jesus 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 The Main Point: The new creation is all about Jesus. (Ezekiel 21:1-3, 7; 36:25-27) The new creation brings us a new perspective. (v16) 2 Cor 4:16-8; 1 Cor 1:18, 22-24; Rom 12:2; Mk 8:28 The new creation brings us a new…
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 3. What Is The Bible Actually About?
Rooted "What Is the Bible Actually About?" Episode Summary Pastor Steve and I have a conversation to answer one of the most foundational questions any believer can ask: What is the Bible actually about? The answer is both simple and profound. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible isn’t an...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 11. Church Leadership Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus Church Leadership is All About Jesus Titus 1:1-16 The Main Point: Church leadership is all about Jesus. The Context of Elder Leadership (vv1-4) Why elders? Elders preach the gospel of Jesus according to the mission of Jesus. (1 Cor 2:2; Mt 28:19-20) The Call to Elder Leadership...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 10. Biblical Wisdom Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus SCRIPTURE: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 MAIN POINT: Biblical wisdom is all about Jesus. ● Biblical wisdom: Divides. (1 Corinthians 1:18) ○ Those who are perishing ○ Those who are being saved ● Worldly wisdom: Fails. (1 Corinthians 1:19-20) ● Biblical wisdom: Saves. (1 Corinthians…
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 2. Why We Can Trust The Bible
In this episode of Rooted, Pastor Steve and Joe walk through the historical evidence behind the Bible. They discuss why the New Testament is actually the most well-attested document from the ancient world and how discoveries like the Dead Sea Scrolls confirm the careful transmission of the Old...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 9. David & the Kings are All About Jesus
All About Jesus David & the Kings are All About Jesus Luke 1:26-38 The Main Point: David & the Kings are all about Jesus. A Promised Future King (2 Sam 7:1-16) We needed God to send a king. (1 Sam 8:5b) Jesus is the promised king. The Promised Davidic King (Lk 1:26-28; 2 Sam 7:12) Lk 2:4; 2 Tim...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 8. The Promised Land is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The Promised Land is All About Jesus Hebrews 3:7-4:13 The Main Point: The Promised Land is All About Jesus A Warning: Unbelief will not lead us to the Promised Land. (3:7-15) The Israelites missed out on promised rest because of unbelief leading to disobedience. (vv7-11, 16-19; Ps...
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Discussion Series | Rooted | 1. What is Lent and why should we care?
In this first episode of Rooted, Pastor Steve and I explore the roots and modern practice of Lent, and what it should mean to us all. We’ve created a “Beginner’s Guide to Lent Fasting” resource including simple fast options, weekly rhythms, and reflection questions. If you’ve never observed Lent...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 7. Israel's Failure Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus Israel’s Failure is All About Jesus Matthew 4:1-11 The Main Point: Israel’s failure is all about Jesus. An Opportunity for Failure: Temptation in the Wilderness (vv1-2) · WHO: Jesus, the Spirit, the Devil (the tempter) (Jas 1:13) · WHERE: a wilderness · WHEN: 40 days & 40 nights...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 6. The Law Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The Law is All About Jesus Matthew 5:17-20 The Main Point: The Law is all about Jesus. Jesus fulfills the Law. (v17) · We see God’s Law in Jesus. (Ex 19:6; Rom 3:20) Jesus upholds the Law. (v18) · 2 Tim 3:16 · We study God’s Law through Jesus. o Jesus fulfills laws about the...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 5. The Exodus Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The Exodus is All About Jesus 1 Corinthians 5:7; Exodus 12 The Main Point: The Exodus is all about Jesus. The Israelites needed a Passover Lamb. · They were slaves in Egypt. (Ex 2:23-25; 11:4-5) · They were going to die. (Rom 6:23; Heb 9:22) · We need a Passover Lamb. o Before...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 4. Righteous Faith Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus Righteous Faith is All About Jesus Hebrews 11:17-19 The Main Point: Righteous faith is all about Jesus. Background · The Book of Hebrews: Jesus is better! o Heb 1-2: Jesus is better than every living being, including angels. o Heb 3-10: Jesus is better than Old Testament Law &...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 3. God's Judgment Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus God’s Judgment of Sin is All About Jesus Romans 5:12-21 The Main Point: God’s judgment of sin is all about Jesus. The first Adam brought sin and death into the world. (vv12-14; Rom 1:16-17; 3:23-24; 6:23) · Adam sinned, and he died. (v12-13; Gen 2:17; 3:6, 17-19) · All humans...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 2. Creation Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus Creation is All About Jesus John 1:1-5 The Main Point: Creation is all about Jesus. · Jesus was present at creation. (vv1-2; Gen 1:1) o Ps 90:2 o Jesus is eternal. (Rev 22:13; Col 1:17a) o Jesus is God. § As our Creator, Jesus is independent from creation. · Jesus was active in...
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Sermon Series | All About Jesus | 1. The Bible Is All About Jesus
All About Jesus The Bible is All About Jesus Luke 24:25-27, 44-49 The Main Point: The Bible is all about Jesus. Jesus teaches two disciples on the way to Emmaus. (vv25-27; Lk 9:51; 18:31-33 Jesus teaches all of his disciples in Jerusalem. (vv44-49) What does he teach them? The Bible is all about...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
By the Book is a Bible-centered teaching podcast with Dr. Stephen Reynolds, focused on faithfully handling Scripture and clearly communicating God’s truth.
Each episode opens the Bible with care and conviction, offering thoughtful teaching that is grounded in the authority of God’s Word and centered on the person and work of Jesus Christ. Rather than chasing trends or opinions, this podcast is committed to teaching that is faithful, clear, and rooted in Scripture.
Whether it's full sermons, exploring a passage, a doctrine, or a practical question of faith, By the Book exists to help listeners grow in understanding, strengthen their walk with Christ, and engage the Bible with confidence.
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Joseph Tate
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