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The Common Sense Gospel
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The Bible was written to be understood and believed. Join us every week as we investigate and discuss what The Bible has to say about age-old spiritual questions and modern cultural issues. Created and hosted by Danny Simmons, Sam Tipton, and Kurt Norbut.Email your comments and questions to [email protected]
Episodes
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072 - More About Jesus - Mark 14:66-72
In this reading of Mark 14, Danny and Robert will discuss the crooked nature of the Sanhedrin's mock trial and how they broke the law several times during the trial. They will also take a close look at Peter and his denial of the Lord.
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The Household of God
The marvelous work of God that is is revealed in the Chief Cornerstone can be seen in His church! Danny and Kurt will consider all that He has done in Jesus. He turns strangers into family and builds us into His living temple. This episode explores what it means to belong, to be placed with...
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071 - More About Jesus - Mark 14:53-65
For the Bible student who loves the Lord, things are about to get really tough. Jesus is beginning to step into His passion and we will walk with Him through all of it. There is a large number of wicked men who will stand around Him today, and abuse the very One who has come to rescue them from...
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The Measuring LIne
As we step into Season 12, Danny and Kurt will focus their study on the Chief Cornerstone, who is Jesus, the Son of God. God has laid him securely in Zion and it is marvelous in our eyes. May God bless you and keep you all as we study God's word together and do all that we can to draw closer to Him.
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070 - More About Jesus - Mark 14:32-52
Jesus has come to the garden of Gethsemane with his 11 apostles. It is in this place that He will take Peter, James, and John, pray to the Father through the night that this cup might be taken away from Him, then He will wait for Judas to arrive and complete the wicked deed that he had agreed to do.
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Bonus Session - Psalm 73 - Terry Slack
We're excited to study with Terry Slack in this bonus session. Danny and Terry will cover Psalm 73, the real frustration that is found there, the different ways that it affects us, and the reality that comes to light when we go into the sanctuary of God to worship Him.
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069 - More About Jesus - Mark 14:22-31
In this episode, Danny and Robert will cover two important events in the life of Christ. The first event is Mark's record of the last supper where Jesus will institute His memorial meal for all disciples to partake of until He returns. The second event is when Jesus told Peter how and when he…
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Why We Are Organized
In the New Testament, God has given us the prescribed organization for the local church. Today, Danny and Kurt will look at the organization for the church, and discuss the implications for the body that we have chosen to meet with.
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068 - More About Jesus - Mark 14:10-21
The time has come for Judas to separate himself from the other apostles and head to the chief priests to betray Jesus. What a terrible irony for us to behold! An apostle of Jesus, going to the men who taught the way of righteousness, knew the prophecies of the Messiah, and who handled holy things...
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Why We Give - Part 2
In this second episode of Why We Give, Danny and Kurt will look at how the New Testament church was instructed to use the funds it collected. The Christians in the first century remained steadfast in the apostles’ teaching, and we are called to follow that same pattern today.
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067 - More About Jesus - Mark 14:1-9
This will be a very interesting study. As Mark 14 begins, Mark will set Mary and Judas in contrast against each other. Judas is a thief and pretends to care about the poor, while Mary is devoted to Jesus and wants to do a good work for Him and His burial. Setting them side by side like this…
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Why We Give - Part 1
Why do Christians gather together on the first day of the week and give of their means? Is this contribution a scam to take people's money, is it for a select few can use it as they see fit, or is it for a much greater purpose? Danny and Kurt will discuss this important biblical topic and use the...
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066 - More About Jesus - Mark 12:35-44
Thank you all for joining us in our Bible study today as we learn more about Jesus in the gospel of Mark. At this point in Mark, no one even dares to ask Jesus a question, so He'll ask them one. "How is it that the scribes say that the Christ is the Son of David?"
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Why We Teach
As Christians, we pattern our lives after the saints who we read about in the first century. God records their actions, their devotion, and their mistakes by His Holy Spirit so that everyone who reads His word can understand what pleases Him and He requires of us. We are privileged to have this...
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065 - More About Jesus - Mark 12:28-34
Finally! After all of the questioning form the religious leaders in Jerusalem, a scribe with genuine care and concern for the truth takes his opportunity to ask Jesus a very important question. From all we can tell, this man wants to know the answer. The question is, "Which is the first…
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Why We Sing
In this Why We Do What We Do episode, Danny and Kurt will look at why New Testament Christians sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs when they are gathered together in worship to God.
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064 - More About Jesus - Mark 12:13-27
In this episode, the Pharisees and the Herodians have joined forces to catch Jesus in His words. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not? Then the Sadducees will take their turn and ask the Lord about the resurrection. Jesus gives a haunting reply. "You are mistaken, not knowing the…
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Why We Preach
In Matthew 28, Jesus gave His apostles the great commission. These were His final instructions before He ascended into heaven, "All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son…
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063 - More About Jesus - Mark 11:27 - 12:12
As Jesus comes back into the temple to teach the word of God to the people, the chief priests, the scribes, and the elders have a question for Him. "By what authority are you doing these things and who gave You this authority?" Today we will hear the Lord's response.
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Why We Partake of Communion
In Matthew, Mark, and Luke, Jesus institutes the Lord's Supper with His apostles. He tells them, "Do this in remembrance of Me". The Lord's Supper is still observed today by disciples of Jesus, and the Lord has given us specific instructions on how it should be done. These instructions come from...
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062 - More About Jesus - Mark 11:12-26
In this week's study we will begin the final week of Jesus' life on earth. As He comes into Jerusalem, He will search a verdant fig tree, looking for figs. When He finds none, He curses the fig tree, and it withers. Then He comes into the temple, looking for faith in God. It is a very religious...
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Why We Pray
Do you pray? Do you pray often? If so, what do you pray for? Danny and Kurt will look at these important questions and see what the Bible has to say about prayer and the way it should be done. Thank you for joining us in this important study.
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061 - More About Jesus - Mark 11:1-11
The time has come for our Lord to enter Jerusalem on a colt, the foal of a donkey. This moment was prophesied of by Zechariah many years ago and today it will be fulfilled. Thank you for studying the gospel of Mark with Danny and Robert.
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Why We Meet On Sunday
In this second episode of our 11th season, we'll look at why Christians meet on the first day of the week. Understanding why we meet and what is accomplished when we're gathered together will help us better appreciate God's will for His children and the role we play when we come together for...
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060 - More About Jesus - Mark 10:46-52
Bartimaeus, son of Timaeus has heard that Jesus of Nazareth is passing by. Bartimaeus knows what this means for him and he is NOT letting this wonderful opportunity slip through his hands. May we all be more like him in our desire to stand before the Lord.
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Why We Worship God
For Season 11, we'll be looking at why we do the things we do in worship, and in our daily lives. Is seems appropriate to address one of the biggest questions for this study. "Why do we worship God?" Danny and Kurt will use the Holy Scriptures to explain the answer to this important question.
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059 - More About Jesus - Mark 10:35-45
We have heard Jesus tell the apostles that they are going up to Jerusalem, where He will be betrayed, mocked, spit upon, and killed. After these things, He will rise again on the third day. James and John must understand the plain teaching of Jesus because they have a very strange request for our...
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The Absolute "I Am's" in John
IN Season 10, Danny and Kurt have looked at the 7 famous I Am's in the gospel of John. For this final episode of the season, they will share 9 more "I Am's" that are also in John. These 9 "I Am's" are absolute, not metaphorical.
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Season 11 is Almost Here!!!
Season 11 is right around the corner and Danny and Kurt have a special request for all of you. We're truly looking forward to all of our studies with you in this new season!
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058 - More About Jesus - Mark 10:23-34
"How hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God." Today we'll hear Jesus explain this statement and how much our trust matters to His Father. He will also prophesy of His own betrayal, mocking, scourging, and crucifixion. "And the third day, He will rise again." Praise...
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I Am the True Vine
In John 15, Jesus will tell us that He is the true vine and apart from Him we can do nothing. Danny and Kurt discuss this eternal truth and the implications that it has for all of us. Thank you for studying with us!
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057 - More About Jesus - Mark 10:13-22
Does Jesus love the little children of the world? His disciples don't seem to think so. Today, we will see how Jesus feels about our little ones. We'll also see Him speak to a man he loves and tell Him the truth, using these powerful words, "This one thing you lack..."
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056 - More About Jesus - Mark 10:1-12
Well, the Pharisees have shown up again, interrupted our Lord, and ruined another teaching opportunity for the Son of God. This time they have a question about marriage and divorce. The question is, "Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife?" Let's listen carefully to Jesus' answer and take…
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I Am the Way the Truth and the Life
As Jesus sits quietly in the large upper room with His eleven apostles, He understands their worry and their concern for Him. He has told them what is coming and His hour is now at hand. He knows they are troubled and so He lovingly says to them, "Let not your hearts be trouble; you believe in…
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055 - More About Jesus - Mark 9:30-50
This will be the second time that Jesus tells His apostles about His betrayal, execution, and resurrection. Mark tells us that the apostles were afraid to ask Jesus about this teaching. As we get to the end of our reading today, we'll hear Jesus tell us how to deal with sin in our lives. "Find it...
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I Am the Resurrection and the Life
Martha will come to Jesus and say, "Lord, if you were here my brother would not have died." She's right about that, but God is doing something far greater. "It is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it."
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054 - More About Jesus - Mark 9:14-29
Peter, James, and John are coming down the mountain with the Lord, and they are met with a crowd of people and the disciples disputing with the scribes. A man has brought his only son, and he needs Jesus' help.
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I Am the Good Shepherd
During the days of Jesus, there was a religious system that was well established and firmly set in place. There were religious leaders who were responsible for the people and their devotion to God. Matthew 9:36 tells us this, "When He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them...
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053 - More About Jesus - Mark 9:1-13
As we make our way into Mark 9, we are reminded of all of the great things we have seen and learned about Jesus. He has proven Himself to be a wonderful compassionate Shepherd who helps the weak, heals the sick, and restores the broken. As wonderful as all of that has been, nothing can prepare us...
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I Am the Door
Today, Danny and Kurt will turn to John 10, where Jesus makes the striking claim that He is the Door. As we explore this together, we’ll uncover why He chose that image and what deeper realities about His care, His protection, and His calling are waiting behind that simple illustration.
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052 - More About Jesus - Mark 8:31-38
Last week we heard Peter make that good confession that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Now, just a few verses later, Peter will oppose the Lord and be told, "Get behind Me Satan!" What does Jesus mean by this and what can we learn about God and His eternal will? Let's find out together.
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I Am the Light of the World
Jesus is the light of the world and the light of men that has been given by God. Today we will watch the light of the world speak kindly to a sinful woman and give her the kind of instruction that will improve her life and save her soul.
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051 - More About Jesus - Mark 8:22-30
Today, we will read about the only time in the gospels that the healing of Jesus required a second touch. Why couldn't He heal the blind man with one touch, with one word, or even with one thought. Danny and Robert will explore this unique miracle and share what Jeus is doing in this important...
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I Am the Bread of Life
The day after Jesus fed 5,000 men with 5 loaves and 2 fish, the people follow Him to the other side of the sea and ask Him, "When did You come here?" Jesus ignores that question and gets to the source of their problem. "You came looking for Me because you want more bread."
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050 - More About Jesus - Mark 8:1-21
Welcome back to More About Jesus! This is our 50th episode and we are excited to be in the gospel of Mark. Jesus will feed 4,000 people with seven loaves of bread, dispute with the Pharisees about a sign from heaven, and give a stern warning to His disciples about the leaven of the Pharisees and...
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Season 10 - The God Who Is
This is the beginning of Season 10, "The God Who Is"!!! Danny and Kurt will be looking at the names of God in this episode, and then they'll move into the names of Jesus as they are seen in John's gospel. He says, "I Am" seven different times with seven different names. Each one is very…
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049 - More About Jesus - Mark 7:24-37
In this episode, we will watch the Syro-Phoenician woman come to Jesus in great faith and ask Him for His help. Jesus will also heal a man who is deaf and mute in a very unique and different way.
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048 - More About Jesus - Mark's Gospel - The Big Picture
We will spend our time this week looking at Mark's gospel as a whole. Simply stated, Marks gospel is written out to confirm the first verse in the book. "The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God." Mark 1:1
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047 - More About Jesus - Mark 7:1-23
The scribes and the Pharisees came to Him and said, "Hey, Your disciples didn't wash their hands before they ate bread! Why do they not walk according to the tradition of the elders?" Let's listen to Jesus answer their question and let's hear what God thinks of all of this.
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046 - More About Jesus - Mark 6:45-56
The disciples have already graduated from Storms 101 in Mark 4, but today they will take their second course in storms. Storms 102! We will learn more about Jesus and the apostles who are with Him in this wonderful reading of Mark 6:45-56
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The Bible was written to be understood and believed. Join us every week as we investigate and discuss what The Bible has to say about age-old spiritual questions and modern cultural issues. Created and hosted by Danny Simmons, Sam Tipton, and Kurt Norbut.Email your comments and questions to [email protected]
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