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The Jesus Table
by The Jesus Table
The goal of this Podcast is to help people know Jesus through the Bible. We do this through Biblical teachings and honest conversations with Dr. Nick Venditti (Co-founder of INSTE Bible College) and Eliott Reyna (Youth Pastor at LifeChurch Central).
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91. Announcing the Kingdom: The Fulfillment and the Heart of the Law | Matthew 5:17-48
What did Jesus mean when He said He came not to abolish the Law but to fulfill it? And why does He immediately raise the standard far beyond external obedience? In this teaching on Matthew 5:17–48, we explore how Jesus is announcing the Kingdom by revealing God’s original intention behind the...
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90. The Beatitudes: What It Really Means to Be Blessed | Matthew 5:1-12
Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount with a radical message — one that turns the world’s idea of “blessing” upside down. In Matthew 5:1–12, the Beatitudes reveal what kind of people belong to God’s kingdom and what true happiness really looks like. In this teaching, we explore what Jesus meant…
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89. How Jesus Defeated the Devil and Started His Kingdom Work | Matthew 4 Bible Study
In Matthew 4, Jesus begins His public ministry with victory over temptation, the calling of His first disciples, and the bold announcement of the Kingdom of Heaven. This chapter shows us how Jesus overcomes where Adam and Israel failed, how He invites ordinary people to follow Him, and how His...
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88. The Beginning of Jesus’ Ministry | Matthew 1–3 Bible Study
Join us as we walk through Matthew 1–3, where the Gospel begins with the genealogy and birth of Jesus, the visit of John the Baptist, and the baptism that launches His ministry. These opening chapters show us how God prepared the way for His Son, fulfilling Old Testament promises and revealing...
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87. Overview of Matthew’s Gospel: How It’s Organized
The Gospel of Matthew isn’t just a random collection of events—it’s carefully arranged to show us who Jesus is and what He came to do. This video gives a clear overview of its structure and key sections so you can read it with fresh eyes. Join our Bible study from the book of Matthew with Dr.…
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86. The Great Commission | What It Means for Us Today
In this episode of The Jesus Table Podcast, we dive into Matthew 28:18–20 and unpack what Jesus meant when He gave the Great Commission. We talk about what it looks like to make disciples, how this command applies to every believer, and why it’s more than just a mission for missionaries—it’s a…
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85. Understanding the Great Commandment: Loving God and Others
What does it really mean to love God with all your heart—and love your neighbor as yourself? In this video, we dive into Jesus' words from Matthew 22:36–40, where He reveals the greatest commandment of all. Discover how this command shapes our faith, relationships, and everyday actions. Whether...
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84. The Great Confession: Who Peter Declared Jesus to Be
In this video, we explore one of the most powerful moments in the Gospels: the great confession of the apostle Peter when he declares that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. Why is this declaration so important? What was revealed to Peter, and what does it mean for us today? Join us…
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83. What is the Kingdom of Heaven? - Understanding the Gospel Message
What does the "Kingdom of Heaven" really mean? Is it a physical place, a future promise, or a present reality? In this video, we explore what Jesus taught about the Kingdom of God, why it was the central theme of his message, and how it affects our lives today. Join us as we delve into Scripture…
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82. Full Timeline and History of the Temple in the Bible
A deep dive into the full history of the Temple in the Bible — from its divine design and glorious construction under Solomon, to its destruction, exile, rebuilding, and ultimate significance in the New Testament and beyond. Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott...
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81. All the Elements of the Temple and What They Mean
Every element in the temple has an important meaning and in this episode we take a look at all of them.Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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80. The Temple in the Bible: What is it, and what is its purpose?
The temple is extremely important in the history of the Bible. In this episode, we cover the essentials for understanding it. Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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79. Jesus vs. Pharasees, Saducees and Herodians
What did Jesus think of the Pharisees? Why did the Sadducees want to kill Jesus? What traps did the Herodians set for Jesus? In this episode, we look at various passages where there were confrontations between Jesus and people with these positions. Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr....
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78. Pharisees, Sadducees, Scribes, and Herodians Explained
Who were the Pharisees, Sadducees, Scribes, Zelots and Herodians? Why were they important in the time of Jesus? In this episode, we give an overview into whom these positions were.Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get…
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77. Matthew in Context: Jewish Customs & the Genealogy of Jesus
Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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76. The Bible in Context: Why Does Jewish Culture Matter?
Exploring Jewish roots and cultural keys to biblical interpretation. It's important to understand the context of the Bible so we can interpret it properly. In this episode, we give an overview of Jewish culture during the New Testament period. Join our study of the book of Matthew with Dr. Nick...
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75. The Importance of the Resurrection of Jesus - Hebrews Study
Without the resurrection, our faith is futile, but why is that? Why is it so key to the Christian faith? Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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74. Exploring the image of Two Cities in the Bible and Which is Greater - Hebrews Study
Throughout Scripture, we see images of 2 different cities in competition with one another. The author of Hebrews tells us that there is a better city where we can dwell with God.Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to...
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73. How Is The Sacrifice of Jesus Better Than Old Testament Sacrifices - Hebrews Study
Jesus gave up His life on the cross, and the author of Hebrews compares His sacrifice to all the sacrifices we see in the Old Testament. Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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72. A better COVENANT with God: How Jesus changed everything - Hebrews Study
The covenant that God made with Israel in the Old Testament was so important, but the author of Hebrews tells us that a better covenant than that one has arrived thanks to Jesus. Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to...
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71. The TRUTH About Melchizedek and How Jesus is Greater - Hebrews study
Melchizedek is an intriguing character in the Bible. In this episode, we take a look at the passage in Hebrews that shows us why he is important and what this teaches us about Jesus. Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we…
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70. Jesus is BETTER than "things" - Hebrews study
In this episode, we take a look at the passage in Hebrews chapter 6. Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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69. Jesus is GREATER than Moses - Hebrews study
Moses was one of the most important characters from the Old Testament yet Moses himself foretold that there would be one to come that is greater than him. Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the...
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68. Jesus is better than the ANGELS - Hebrews study
Have you ever wondered what angels are? Some say that Jesus what a sort of angel; but what does the Bible say about that? Join our study of the book of Hebrews with Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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67. The Son Sat Down at the Right Hand of the Majesty - HEBREWS Part 6
We're studying Hebrews in depth in this New Series. In this episode we focus on the first 3 verses where we can learn much about Jesus.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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66. The Son Makes Purification For Sins - HEBREWS Part 5
We're studying Hebrews in depth in this New Series. In this episode we focus on the first 3 verses where we can learn much about Jesus.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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65. The Son UPHOLDS All Things - HEBREWS Part 4
We're studying Hebrews in depth in this New Series. In this episode we focus on the first 3 verses where we can learn much about Jesus.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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64. The Son Reflects the GLORY of God - HEBREWS Part 3
We're studying Hebrews in depth in this New Series. In this episode we focus on the first 3 verses where we can learn much about Jesus. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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63. The Son Is The HEIR - HEBREWS Part 2
We're studying Hebrews in depth in this New Series. In this episode we focus on the first 3 verses where we can learn much about Jesus. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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62. The Son SPEAKS For The Father - HEBREWS Part 1
We're studying Hebrews in depth in this New Series. In this episode we focus on the first 3 verses where we can learn much about Jesus.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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61. Gospel Centered Apologetics
When applying Apologetics, it is paramount to make sure that the Gospel is the foundation and the focus of it all. In this episode, we take a look at the passage of Acts 24:24-25. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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60. Apologetics and Miracles
What place does the supernatural have in Apologetics? In this episode, we look at the passage in Acts chapter 20. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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59. Spiritual Warfare in Apologetics
A subject that is not addressed a lot but is very important. There is an aspect of Apologetics that is Spiritual and we cannot see. In this episode, we take a look at the passage in Acts 19:8-10. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through…
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58. How to use Apologetics for discipleship
In this episode, we focus on the passage from Acts 18:1-8 to see how to disciple with reasoning. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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57. How to do Apologetics in different contexts
The message never changes, but we must learn to adapt to different contexts to share the Gospel effectively. In this episode, we take a look at an example of how to do this from Paul in Acts chapter 17. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus...
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56. Biblical 'techniques' for Apologetics
There are a few techniques we can learn about Apologetics from the Bible. In this episode, we take a look at how Paul reasons with different kinds of people in Acts chapter 17. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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55. How to 'reason' with others about Jesus
It can be a daunting task to try to reason with someone about your faith. What is the point of trying to reason with someone? And what is the right way to go about it? Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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54. What is a Biblical example of an "Apologist"?
Where do we see an Apologist in the Bible? And what does an Apologist look like?Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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53. What is Apologetics?
In this episode, we talk about "Apologetics". What does that word mean? Is that word even in the Bible? If so, in what context?Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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52. The seventh "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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51. The sixth "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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50. The fifth "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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49. The fourth "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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48. The third "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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47. The second "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is.Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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46. The first "I Am" statement from Jesus
In the Gospel of John, Jesus says "I Am..." 7 different times. Every statement has deep connections with the Old Testament and who God is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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45. The Good Shepherd - John 10:1-42 (seventh discourse)
In the gospel of John there are 7 discourses that Jesus gave that are highlighted. Each one is full of deep theological truths and revelation of who Jesus is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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44. Jesus vs. The Pharisees - John 8:12-59 (sixth discourse)
In the gospel of John there are 7 discourses that Jesus gave that are highlighted. Each one is full of deep theological truths and revelation of who Jesus is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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43. Spirit Who Gives Life - John 7:1-52 (fifth discourse)
In the gospel of John there are 7 discourses that Jesus gave that are highlighted. Each one is full of deep theological truths and revelation of who Jesus is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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42. The Bread of Life - John 6:1-71 (fourth discourse)
In the gospel of John there are 7 discourses that Jesus gave that are highlighted. Each one is full of deep theological truths and revelation of who Jesus is. Join Dr. Nick Venditti and Eliott Reyna at the (metaphorical) table as we get to know Jesus through the Bible.
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The goal of this Podcast is to help people know Jesus through the Bible. We do this through Biblical teachings and honest conversations with Dr. Nick Venditti (Co-founder of INSTE Bible College) and Eliott Reyna (Youth Pastor at LifeChurch Central).
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