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The Plain Sense

by Dr. Joel Madasu

Making the life-changing wisdom of the Bible understandable and accessible to all.

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Episodes

  1. The Sufficiency of Christ: Colossians 2:8-10

    The Sufficiency of Christ: Colossians 2:8-10 In a world full of competing ideas and philosophies, how do we stay grounded in truth? Context of Colossians: Paul is writing to believers in Colossae, warning them against false teachings that threaten their faith. Key question: What anchors us when...

  2. Book of Acts Chapter 5 Vv. 33-42

    The continuation of the study of the Book of Acts Chapter 5. In this episode, we will earn from vv. 33-42, but converting from 28th verse.

  3. The Continued Defense of Peter - Acts 5:30-31

    The Continued Defense of Peter - Acts 5:30-31

  4. The Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 9

    The Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 9

  5. Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 8

    Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 8

  6. Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 7

    Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 7

  7. Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 6

    Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 6

  8. Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 5

    Book of Acts Chapter 5 Part 5

  9. Book of Acts 5:1-11 Part 4

    Study on Book of Acts 5:1-11 Part 4

  10. The Book of Acts 5:1-11 Part 3

    The Book of Acts 5:1-11 Part 3

  11. The Book of Acts 5:1-11 Part 2

    The Book of Acts 5:1-11 Part 2

  12. The Book of Acts 5:1-11 - Part 1

    The Book of Acts 5:1-11 - Part 1 Book study at Christian Bible Church. The First Imprisonment (4:1-3) We have learned that Peter and John were just by the temple gate called Beautiful. They healed a lame man. People were amazed at their act, seeing the event and recalling that this lame man was...

  13. The Seven Words of Jesus Christ

    One of the most critical days in the history of this universe is when God gives Himself for the sake of the sins of humanity. Some 2000 years ago, Jesus Christ, the Son of God, who is God Himself, gave His precious, sinless life for the redemption of humanity. Does He have any need to die for the...

  14. Knowing God - Part 2

    Is it necessary for Christians to "know" God? Why should we know God? In this episode and in this mini-series I teach about the importance of knowing God. Hosea 4:6 says, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I will reject you from serving as my...

  15. Knowing God - Part 1

    Is it necessary for Christians to "know" God? Why should we know God? In this episode and in this mini-series I teach about the importance of knowing God. Hosea 4:6 says, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge. Because you have rejected knowledge, I will reject you from serving as my...

  16. What is the Bible? Part 4 - The Inerrancy of the Scripture

    In this episode, I deal briefly with the inerrancy of the Scripture. Does the Scripture contain any errors? Can we trust the Word of God? Is it reliable?

  17. What is the Bible? Part 3

    What is the Bible? Part 3, continues the study about the Bible. If you are interested to learn what the Torah is, please visit: academy.joelmadasu.com

  18. What is the Bible? Part 2

    What is the Bible? Part 2, continues the study about the Bible. If you are interested to learn what the Torah is, please visit: academy.joelmadasu.com

  19. What is the Bible? Part 1

    This episode covers the topic: What is the Bible? The Plain Sense is the ministry of Dr. Joel Madasu. The purpose of The Plain Sense is to share the life-changing Word of God.

  20. A Survey of the Book of Revelation

    What is the Book of Revelation about? What is its audience? what is the message of the book? These are some issues addressed in this episode. Learn more at https://joelmadasu.com

  21. Treasuring God's Word in Our Hearts

    In this episode, I explain briefly, why treasuring God's Word is important! Please subscribe to The Plain Sense YouTube channel as well!

  22. TPS Episode 010 Would We Recognize Our Loved Ones In Heaven? An Interview with Brian Wagner

    Brian Wagner is an instructor at Veritas Bible College, Virginia. He also teaches at Piedmont International University, and South Florida Bible College and Seminary. Brian has a Ph.D., in Theology from Piedmont Baptist Graduate School; MDiv from Biblical Theological Seminary; ThM from Liberty...

  23. TPS Episode 009 Is Faith Given as a Gift or Required for Salvation? An Interview with Dan Hanshew

    Joel Madasu: 00:00:00 Welcome to the Plain Sense podcast where the life changing word of God is made accessible and understandable to all. Here is your host, Doctor Joel Madasu. Hello, everyone. Welcome to the Plain Sense podcast. This is your host, Doctor Joel Madasu, I'm here today with our…

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  24. TPS Episode 008 How Do We Go About Making Changes in a Church - An Interview with Dr. Ken Killen

    How Do We Go About Making Changes in the Church without Destroying the Church? Interview with Dr. Ken Killen, Pastor of Maxwell Hill Baptist Church, Beckley, WV. Is Change Necessary? Yes, it is! Why? In both practical and theological perspective, the only immutable is God. But, everything around...

  25. TPS Episode 007 Why Learning Biblical Languages is Important for Understanding God's Word? An Interview with Pastor Dan Hanshew.

    In this Episode, Pastor Dan Hanshew and I (Joel Madasu) discuss the important topic: Why learning biblical languages is important. Assumptions: A pastor is a teacher of the Bible A pastor is responsible before the Lord of what he teaches. A Pastor’s goal should be to try in his study to get back…

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  26. TPS Episode 006 Why Does the Septuagint say "Mighty Counselor of God" in Isaiah 9:6? An Interview with Dr. Michael Heiser.

    In the Septuagint (Old Testament in the Greek Language), a phrase in Isaiah 9:6 is rendered as "Mighty Counselor of God," when the Hebrew Text says, "Mighty God." Why is that? How can we better understand this verse? In this episode, Dr. Heiser explains what is Septuagint, how reliable it is, and...

  27. TPS Episode 005 What Does It Mean to be Called into a Pastoral Ministry? With Pastor Dan Hanshew

    What does it mean to be called into a Pastoral Ministry? Pastor Dan Hanshew from Crossroads Baptist Church, NC, explains this question along with right and wrong expectations.

  28. TPS Episode 004 The Impact of God’s Love Inside the Walls of Maximum Prison - An Interview with Mr. Calvin Sutphin II

    Do you believe in second chances of life? The readers in the Ephesian Church were taught to "radically" put off then old person because that is what is required to become believers in Jesus Christ - to terminate the old life style and put on the new self or new life style. This is what Paul was...

  29. TPS Episode 003 The 7 Suggestions For This New Year 2019

    In this episode, I suggest SEVEN things that we should do this new year (2019). Make God our Priority (Matt. 6:33) Know Christ better day by day Love the Church and serve God through various Church ministries and activities Pray and read the Bible daily - Set a time for it Obey Christ in all...

  30. TPS Episode 002 The Purpose of Christmas

    Christ came to accomplish His mission. To share the good news (Isaiah 61:1-2b) To Seek and Save the Lost! (Luke 19:10) To offer forgiveness for sins of mankind (Luke 7:48) To offer eternal life for those who believe in Him (John 3:16) Christ's Birth is: A Promised Birth (Isaiah 7:14) A Pure Birth...

  31. TPS Episode 001 - What is the Gospel?

    The gospel means, the good news. But it is more than a good news! It is the good news about Salvation in Jesus Christ, the Savior of mankind. Gospel is not just a word which proclaims about the salvation offered through Christ Jesus, but it is the “power” of God (Rom. 1:16). Why is it a power of...

  32. TPS Episode 000 - The Plain Sense Introduction

    Introduction to the Plain Sense and it's purpose.

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Making the life-changing wisdom of the Bible understandable and accessible to all.

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Dr. Joel Madasu

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