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Pure and Simple Bible
by Jonathan Edwards
Podcast by Jonathan Edwards
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338 | Genuine Faith is Hearing and Doing
Join Jonathan as we process the next lesson in a James workbook prototype entitled Genuine Faith Under Fire. In James 1:19-26, we are challenged to hear God's word while humbly receiving it and faithfully obeying it. Look for the images of implanted seed, a mirror, and a law of liberty, showing…
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337 | A Love Letter to Valley Parkway
This is a special episode of heartfelt reflection with gratitude, hope, and entrusting a church's next chapter to Jesus. After nearly two decades of ministry at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ, Jonathan preached his final sermon as the evangelist for the congregation. In this episode, he...
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336 | Take Every Thought Captive: part 2 of 2 (with Marcus Mathis)
(2 of 2) What does Paul mean when he tells the Corinthians (and us) to take every thought captive? Join special guest Marcus Mathis and Jonathan as they process and break down this Scripture. Behind the verse are some very practical steps for believers to overcome sin, mental health struggles…
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335 | Take Every Thought Captive: part 1 of 2 (with Marcus Mathis)
(1 of 2) What does Paul mean when he tells the Corinthians (and us) to take every thought captive? Join special guest Marcus Mathis and Jonathan as they process and break down this Scripture. Behind the verse are some very practical steps for believers to overcome sin, mental health struggles…
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334 | The Three Godly P's of John The Baptist: part 2 of 2 (with Jacob McKinney)
(2 of 2) John the Baptizer's godly purpose, preaching, and perspective always elevated Jesus as the Christ. As a result, John would lose his freedom, popularity, and eventually his life. But how would John look at such a sacrifice? And what should we think about when we observe John's mission and...
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333 | The Three Godly P's of John the Baptist: 1 of 2 (with Jacob McKinney)
(1 of 2) John the Baptizer's godly purpose, preaching, and perspective always elevated Jesus as the Christ. As a result, John would lose his freedom, popularity, and eventually his life. But how would John look at such a sacrifice? And what should we think about when we observe John's mission and...
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332 | The Parable of the Shrewd Manager: part 2 of 2 (with Shaun Wackerly)
(2 of 2) The Parable of the Shrewd Manager was told by Jesus in Luke 16:1-13. It is one of the most difficult parables to understand. Its meaning has been disputed by scholars. How could the unrighteous behavior of the main character serve as our example? What does it mean to be shrewd anyway?…
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331 | The Parable of the Shrewd Manager: part 1 of 2 (with Shaun Wackerly)
(1 of 2) The Parable of the Shrewd Manager was told by Jesus in Luke 16:1-13. It is one of the most difficult parables to understand. Its meaning has been disputed by scholars. How could the unrighteous behavior of the main character serve as our example? What does it mean to be shrewd anyway?…
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330 | Do the Gospels Contradict: part 2 of 2 (with Bryce Whittaker)
(2 of 2) Do the gospel accounts contradict each other? What do we do when Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John mention a narrative in a different order or with different details? What actually is a contradiction? These questions and others are addressed by guest Bryce Whittaker and host Jonathan…
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329 | Do the Gospels Contradict: part 1 of 2 (with Bryce Whittaker)
Do the gospel accounts contradict each other? What do we do when Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John mention a narrative in a different order or with different details? What actually is a contradiction? These questions and others are addressed by guest Bryce Whittaker and host Jonathan Edwards. Join us...
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328 | Why Ask Hard Questions?
Why should we ask hard questions about the Bible? Or about the Church? Or about our faith? Because questions are one of the tools in our arsenal of knowledge and wisdom. Join Jonathan as we process how Jesus was "The Great Questioner" and why His people ought to be more comfortable asking,...
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327 | Welcome to Babylon: part 2 of 2 (with Bradley Ballard)
(2 of 2). A few young Hebrew men found themselves as slaves in the mighty empire of Babylon. Daniel and his three friends (commonly known as Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego) were put in several situations that required great faith rather than conformity or giving into fear. Join Jonathan and guest...
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326 | Welcome to Babylon: part 1 of 2 (with Bradley Ballard)
(1 of 2). A few young Hebrew men found themselves as slaves in the mighty empire of Babylon. Daniel and his three friends (commonly known as Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego) were put in several situations that required great faith rather than conformity or giving into fear. Join Jonathan and guest...
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325 | Eden Redeemed in Deborah's Leadership: part 3 of 3 (with Dr. Kyle Hammonds)
It's time for the concluding episode in a three-part series on Deborah, one of the most remarkable leaders in the book of Judges. In a time of spiritual decline, political oppression, and widespread fear, God raised up a woman to judge Israel, speak His word, and lead His people toward…
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324 | Eden Redeemed in Deborah's Leadership: part 2 of 3 (with Dr. Kyle Hammonds)
We continue in a three-part series on Deborah, one of the most remarkable leaders in the book of Judges. In a time of spiritual decline, political oppression, and widespread fear, God raised up a woman to judge Israel, speak His word, and lead His people toward deliverance. In this second…
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323 | Eden Redeemed in Deborah's Leadership: part 1 of 3 (with Dr. Kyle Hammonds)
Welcome to a three-part series on Deborah, one of the most remarkable leaders in the book of Judges. In a time of spiritual decline, political oppression, and widespread fear, God raised up a woman to judge Israel, speak His word, and lead His people toward deliverance. Dr. Kyle Hammonds returns…
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322 | A Case for God's Love: part 2 of 2 (with Cohen Osburn)
(2 of 2) How can a God of love be sovereign? How can a sovereign God be loving? Cohen Osburn joins the podcast to study through the Scriptures in some big picture concepts about God's nature and plan. His goal is not to bash other doctrines, but to make a positive case for God's love that can…
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321 | A Case for God's Love: part 1 of 2 (with Cohen Osburn)
(1 of 2) How can a God of love be sovereign? How can a sovereign God be loving? Cohen Osburn joins the podcast to study through the Scriptures in some big picture concepts about God's nature and plan. His goal is not to bash other doctrines, but to make a positive case for God's love that can…
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320 | Redeeming Our Devices: part 2 of 2 (with Noah Martin)
(2 of 2). We have been talking about how to redeem our devices. Noah Martin has been studying this very issue for some time, and joins the podcast to discuss his findings in a conversational way. We are considering (A) The Pursuit of Wisdom; (B) The Power of Presence; and (C) Building Better...
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319 | Redeeming Our Devices: part 1 of 2 (with Noah Martin)
(1 of 2). We need to talk about our phones. Noah Martin has been studying this very issue for some time, and joins the podcast to discuss his findings in a conversational way. This is not an anti-phones, anti-screen time study – it is an anti "do nothing with my life because I wasted all my time...
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318 | Preventing Procrastination: part 2 of 2 (with Jimmy Cating)
(2 of 2) Do you know what the busiest day of the week is? I'll give you a hint, it starts with a "T". But it's not Tuesday, or Thursday. It's tomorrow. Tomorrow is often the busiest day of the week because what we intend to do and need to do often gets pushed off until tomorrow. To put off...
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317 | Preventing Procrastination: part 1 of 2 (with Jimmy Cating)
(1 of 2) Do you know what the busiest day of the week is? I'll give you a hint, it starts with a "T". But it's not Tuesday, or Thursday. It's tomorrow. Tomorrow is often the busiest day of the week because what we intend to do and need to do often gets pushed off until tomorrow. To put off...
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316 | When Faith is Tested (part 2 of 2)
(2 of 2) In this two part study, we're focusing on James 1:2-18. We are considering how the first (or one of the first) writings of the New Testament begins with teaching for when faith is tested. James is a book about genuine faith. We have studied in on the PSB podcast with guests in previous...
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315 | When Faith is Tested (part 1 of 2)
(1 of 2) In this two part study, we're focusing on James 1:2-18. We are considering how the first (or one of the first) writings of the New Testament begins with teaching for when faith is tested. James is a book about genuine faith. We have studied in on the PSB podcast with guests in previous...
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314 | Room at the Table of Gifts
The story of Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel illustrates God’s grace, honor, and the truth that there is always room at His table. Drawing from this, we consider a special type of table, the "Table of Gifts." The heart posture and practical expressions —such as service, teaching, leadership, generosity,...
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313 | Saved By Grace, Judged By Works?: Part 2 of 2 (with Jamie Thomson)
After considering a New Testament survey of "Judgment by Works" in a grace through faith system, join Jamie and Jonathan as they consider some of the objections that some may have about this concept. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll…
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312 | Saved By Grace, Judged By Works?: Part 1 of 2 (with Jamie Thomson)
Is this phrase biblical or contradictory? "We are saved by grace and judged by works." Join guest Jamie Thomson and Jonathan as they discuss the Bible's teachings on "judgment by works" in a grace through faith system of righteousness. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at...
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311 | Whose Story are You Living In?
The following is a "SummaryAI Outline" of this episode: Genesis: Creation Fall **Genesis 1: Triune God (Father, Son, Holy Spirit) dwells in perfect relationship and intentionally creates humans. Humans were created in the image of God, given dominion and purpose as God's agents of light, love,...
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310 | How Will This Give God Glory?
What is glory? What does it mean to "give God glory"? And how do we do it, anyway? Today's episode is a reflection on a Christian word that we use so frequently and yet sometimes do not stop to reflect upon the concept itself. Beyond the concept of glory, we want to spend time processing how our...
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309 | The Prince of Peace
309 | The Prince of Peace by Jonathan Edwards
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308 | A Balanced Reflection on Mental Health Care
Today we will explore a balanced reflection on mental health care. A recent article asserts that "therapy is becoming a new religion" . The article rightly names real problems — pop-psychology, over-pathologizing, influencer authority, and self-centered uses of “healing” language—but these are...
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307 | Finding the Hidden Hope of Lament | The Lament and the Resurrection
(4 of 4) It's all leading up to this. Through expository, topical, and character studies, we are ready to approach lament from a gospel perspective. How did Jesus experience lament? How did the resurrection change lament? Do Christians get to lament today? This series explores how the lament...
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306 | Finding the Hidden Hope of Lament | Six Lamenters of the Past
(3 of 4) Join us as we consider six Old Testament men and women who cried out to God. Some of them did it "well" and others "not so well." Each of them will embody lament process in a special way. This series explores how the lament scriptures invite us to pray our pain, name our losses, and find...
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305 | Finding the Hidden Hope of Lament | The Nuts and Bolts of Lament
(2 of 4) What is a lament? What does lament do? How do we lament? *** L – lift suffering to a place of dignity rather than shame. A – aid in process of powerful emotions. M – move the sufferer toward God. E – encourage solidarity within the community. N – negate false or shallow theology. T –…
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304 | Finding the Hidden Hope of Lament | Lament Across the Scriptures (part 1 of 4)
(1 of 4) This series explores how the lament scriptures invite us to pray our pain, name our losses, and find hope in the presence of God. In the first study, we will consider lament from an expository perspective. Lament is the honest, faithful expression of pain before God. It gives language to...
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303 | What Does It Mean To "Only Marry in the Lord"?: (part 2 of 2) with Noah Martin
Part 2 of 2. What does it mean to "only marry in the Lord?" With Biblical awareness and practical wisdom, Noah and Jonathan discuss not only marriage but the mindset of singleness that young believer should cultivate for a successful walk with Christ whether single or married.
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302 | What Does It Mean To "Only Marry in the Lord"?: part 1 of 2 (with Noah Martin)
Noah Martin is back on the podcast to consider the challenging question: What does it mean to "only marry in the Lord?" With Biblical awareness and practical wisdom, Noah and Jonathan discuss not only marriage but the mindset of singleness that young believer should cultivate for a successful…
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301 | Bombshells of Jeremiah: part 2 of 2 (with Doug Edwards)
Part 2 of 2. Doug and Jonathan trace Jeremiah’s ministry, focusing on his suffering, faith, and obedience amid Judah’s rebellion. They discuss his persecution, rejection, and struggles with God’s justice, linking them to Jesus’ experiences and modern faith challenges. A second bombshell goes off...
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300 | Bombshells of Jeremiah: part 1 of 2 (with Doug Edwards)
Celebrate! It's the 300th episode of PSB podcast! We are so thankful for all of our listeners. You keep me going. As is my custom, I like to invite my father to join me on the "hundred milestone episodes." In this recording, guest Doug Edwards and Jonathan discuss Jeremiah’s long prophetic…
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299 | A Conversation About Grace (with Jamie Thomson)
God's amazing grace is so...amazing! Grace is such a rich theological term. It can, however, become a rather "churchy" word. Sometimes we use it without pausing to consider its meaning and place in God's plan. Join guest Jamie Thomson and Jonathan as they have an open Bible discussion about…
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298 | Ruth: A Story of Redemption (part 4 of 4)
Ruth 4 - A Woman Redeemed Ruth is a little book in the Bible is a big message: God uses the ordinary and the insignificant to accomplish monumental things. Join Jonathan in a four part study on this little book and a woman of incredible faith living living a challenging life. Links: (1) Help make...
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297 | Ruth: A Story of Redemption (part 3 of 4)
Ruth 3 - A Woman of Excellence Ruth is a little book in the Bible is a big message: God uses the ordinary and the insignificant to accomplish monumental things. Join Jonathan in a four part study on this little book and a woman of incredible faith living living a challenging life. Links: (1) Help...
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296 | Ruth: A Story of Redemption (part 2 of 4)
Ruth 2 - A Woman Above Reproach Ruth is a little book in the Bible is a big message: God uses the ordinary and the insignificant to accomplish monumental things. Join Jonathan in a four part study on this little book and a woman of incredible faith living living a challenging life. Links: (1)…
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295 | Ruth: A Story of Redemption (part 1 of 4)
Ruth 1 - A Woman of Determination Ruth is a little book in the Bible is a big message: God uses the ordinary and the insignificant to accomplish monumental things. Join Jonathan in a four part study on this little book and a woman of incredible faith living living a challenging life. Links: (1)...
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294 | Use the Rocks You Have (2 of 2)
Part 2. Use the rocks you have. This phrase recently brought me comfort as I struggled to cope with some overwhelming challenges. The phrase was inspired by the rocks that were used to build altars. Join me as we process ancient altars, the communion, and the family altar parallels. Links: (1)…
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293 | Use the Rocks You Have (part 1 of 2)
Use the rocks you have. This phrase recently brought me comfort as I struggled to cope with some overwhelming challenges. The phrase was inspired by the rocks that were used to build altars. Join me as we process ancient altars, the communion, and the family altar parallels. Links: (1) Help make...
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292 | The Gift and the Goads in Ecclesiastes: part 2 of 2 (with Dr. Kyle Hammonds)
Life is about "gift" not "gain." We have journeyed together through some of the background materials of Ecclesiastes. Now we prepare to overview the book. Join Dr. Kyle Hammonds and Jonathan as they process the powerful lessons from this ancient book. Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a...
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291 | The Gift and the Goads in Ecclesiastes: part 1 of 2 (with Dr. Kyle Hammonds)
What comes to mind when you think about the Bible book of Ecclesiastes? One of the first thoughts that many have is "meaningless." There's a couple of ways to interpret that. First, some may not be familiar with it at all so it doesn't mean anything to them. Second, some may have read it and are...
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290 | The So Called Minor Prophets: Malachi (part 2 of 2)
(2 of 2) One last ride! We've reached the end of our time in the so called "Minor Prophets." Malachi is a little book that is four chapters of heartache and hope. On one hand there are eight disputes between God and a covenant disloyal people who despise His name. On the other hand, there is hope...
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289 | The So Called Minor Prophets: Malachi (part 1 of 2)
(1 of 2) One last ride! We've reached the end of our time in the so called "Minor Prophets." Malachi is a little book that is four chapters of heartache and hope. On one hand there are eight disputes between God and a covenant disloyal people who despise His name. On the other hand, there is hope...
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