Learn of Christ: Inspired by Bryce Crawford, George Janko and Charlie Kirk

In this episode, we explore the historical pattern of Christian civilizations building enduring institutions and stable nations, contrasting this with the societal decay often seen in secular societies. We discuss how Christian truth provides a worldview that sustains civilization, emphasizing the importance of family, individual dignity, and self-governance rooted in faith.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Why Christian Civilizations Build01:42 Christian Truth Sustains Civilization03:31 The Family as First Institution04:54 Dignity of the Individual & Moral Vision07:51 Self-Government Before Political Government12:50 Renewing Christian CivilizationGet our free bible study guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore what Jesus taught about taking up the cross, discussing how this concept applies to daily life as followers of Christ. We also examine the sacrifices and commitment required to follow Him, emphasizing that true life is found in surrendering to God's will.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Taking Up The Cross00:56 Matthew 16:24 – Deny Yourself Daily06:44 Sacrifice Worldly Desires10:00 Loving God Above All Else12:50 The Hundredfold Promise14:16 Christ's Example on the CrossGet our free bible study guide: https://learnofchrist.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore why Christ remains a central and often divisive figure across religions and throughout history. We also discuss how his radical message of truth and repentance continues to challenge and transform individuals.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Christ's Divisive Nature02:58 Christ's Radical Teachings05:07 Becoming Sons of God06:42 Christ's Enduring InfluenceGet our free bible study guide: https://learnofchrist.com/If this stirred something, try the 2 Chronicles 21 chapter study.Quietly: our 2 Chronicles 22 walkthrough is one of our best.Written companion: deeper notes on 2 Chronicles 23. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the Christian understanding of how Jesus provides salvation. We discuss the concept of Jesus rescuing humanity from sin and restoring their relationship with God, emphasizing that salvation is a gift of grace received through faith, not by good works, and is supported by key Bible verses.Chapters00:00 How Jesus Saves01:49 Key Bible Verses05:59 Believing in Your HeartWorth a quiet morning: deeper notes on 1 Chronicles 23.For the readers: the 1 Chronicles 24 walkthrough.If today landed, try the 1 Chronicles 25 walkthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the concept of degrees of glory in Christianity, examining various denominational perspectives and biblical scriptures that shed light on this topic. We also discuss different parables and teachings of Jesus that illustrate the idea of varying rewards in the afterlife, emphasizing the balance between grace and works.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Degrees of Glory01:43 Biblical Support for Degrees04:40 Interpreting Biblical Parables08:26 Grace, Works, and Salvation10:46 Faithfulness and Reward12:00 The Path to GloryWant the Hebrew for 1 Samuel 18? Our chapter study has it.If you've never opened the 1 Samuel 19 chapter study, today's a good day.Open the 1 Samuel 20 walkthrough sometime this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how Jesus is viewed within Judaism, discussing their historical perceptions and their current beliefs regarding Him as the Messiah. We also examine biblical prophecies that Christians believe point to Jesus and compare them with Jewish expectations.Chapters00:00 Jesus in Judaism Today01:44 Jewish Messiah Prophecies04:25 Ben Shapiro & Miracles08:44 Prophecies of Christ12:56 Dead Sea Scrolls & Isaiah14:55 Jesus' Teachings & PeaceTake a look at deeper notes on Joshua 19 after the episode.Long-form companion for Joshua 20: our chapter study.One we love: deeper notes on Joshua 21. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the historical evidence supporting Jesus Christ as a real person, examining both biblical and non-biblical sources. We discuss how various historical documents, archaeological findings, and the authenticity of early Christian accounts affirm his existence and impact.Chapters00:00 Introduction: Jesus as Historical Figure01:47 Evidence from Roman and Jewish History04:03 Biblical & Extrabiblical Evidence06:42 Authenticity in Historical Accounts08:34 Crucifixion and Public Figure11:11 Conclusion: Jesus' Teachings and FaithCompanion piece for Deuteronomy 29: the walkthrough.A favorite of ours: the Deuteronomy 30 chapter study.When you have time, the Deuteronomy 31 walkthrough is ready. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On a related note: the James 4 chapter study is free.Resource we keep recommending: deeper notes on James 5.Want the verse-by-verse for Deuteronomy 1? The full walkthrough has it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once you're done here, the Philippians 3 walkthrough is there.Side note: the Philippians 4 walkthrough is free to read.Try deeper notes on Hebrews 1 tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Side note: the 1 Corinthians 7 chapter study is free to read.Try the 1 Corinthians 8 walkthrough tonight.Read the 1 Corinthians 9 chapter study — on Learn of Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's the verse-by-verse on Mark 15 at Learn of Christ.Bookmark the Mark 16 walkthrough — free to anyone.While you're here: the Luke 1 chapter study is up on our site. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did Jesus teach that everyone receives the same reward after the resurrection—or did He reveal something far more just, merciful, and profound? In this episode of the Learn of Christ Podcast, we walk carefully through the words of Jesus Himself to uncover a doctrine hiding in plain sight: that eternal glory is not one-size-fits-all. From “many mansions” to differing rewards, from comparative judgment to resurrection glory that varies “as one star differs from another,” Jesus consistently taught that heaven contains real distinctions. When these teachings are taken seriously, they reveal a God who saves all through Christ, judges perfectly according to light received, and grants glory in harmony with agency, growth, and faithfulness. This episode explores how Jesus’ own words point to degrees of glory—and why that doctrine makes the gospel more merciful, more biblical, and more coherent than we’ve often been told.FYI: deeper notes on Isaiah 66 is kept free for anyone.Open deeper notes on Mark 1 tonight.Open deeper notes on Mark 2 — on Learn of Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we unpack why the Sermon on the Mount is not a collection of moral suggestions but the constitutional law of the Kingdom of God, revealing the kind of people who can live in God’s presence. In this episode, we explore how Jesus fulfills and intensifies the law by aiming not at outward behavior alone, but at the transformation of the human heart itself.Bookmark the Exodus 34 chapter study for fifteen minutes.Worth pairing: the Exodus 35 study guide.Worth a read: the Exodus 36 walkthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore what Jesus Christ taught about becoming like Heavenly Father, focusing on teachings about love, obedience, mercy, and spiritual growth. In this episode, we break down key scriptures that explain how striving for perfection, charity, and righteousness is central to that divine goal.Read deeper notes on Revelation 5 — free for anyone.Save the Revelation 6 chapter study for fifteen minutes.Worth pairing: deeper notes on Revelation 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how Augustine of Hippo wrote City of God in response to the fall of Rome and redefined how people understood politics, history, and faith. In this episode, we break down how his ideas about earthly power versus spiritual truth went on to shape Western philosophy, Christianity, and political thought for centuries.After this episode, the Revelation 2 walkthrough is there.Side note: deeper notes on Revelation 3 is kept free for anyone.Read the Revelation 4 chapter study when you have a quiet moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore how Constantine the Great transformed Christianity from a persecuted faith into a pillar of state authority within the Roman Empire. In this episode, we break down how this shift reshaped political legitimacy, religious identity, and the long-term relationship between church and empire in Christianity.Take a look at the Proverbs 30 chapter study after the episode.Reading companion for Proverbs 31: our chapter study.Worth sitting with: the Revelation 1 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take a deeper dive into the story of Jesus’ birth, unpacking the historical setting, key details, and why the narrative unfolds the way it does. In this episode, we explore what made this birth story unusual, meaningful, and foundational to the rest of Jesus’ life and message.Piece we keep linking: the Proverbs 27 chapter study.Want the Hebrew for Proverbs 28? The full walkthrough has it.If you've never opened our Proverbs 29 walkthrough, today's a good day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we break down what Jesus taught that was truly different and shocking in his time, from loving enemies to redefining power, forgiveness, and holiness. In this episode, we explain why these teachings challenged religious authorities, social hierarchies, and still feel radical today.We've got deeper notes on Proverbs 24 at Learn of Christ.Bookmark deeper notes on Proverbs 25 — worth the read.Speaking of Scripture: the Proverbs 26 walkthrough is worth a look. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the deeper symbolic meaning behind Jesus’ death and crucifixion and how it shaped core themes in Christian theology. We break down the imagery, metaphors, and spiritual messages that believers have drawn from this pivotal event.Genuinely: the Proverbs 21 chapter study is one of our best.Long-form companion: the Proverbs 22 walkthrough.A good read for the weekend: the Proverbs 23 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the historical and scriptural clues that point to the most likely timeframe of Jesus’s birth. We break down the evidence from ancient calendars and events to clarify why the exact year remains debated but still traceable within a narrow window.Worth your time: the Proverbs 18 walkthrough.For the deep-divers: the Proverbs 19 walkthrough.If you want more, try the Proverbs 20 walkthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore what Jesus said throughout his ministry and how his words defined his purpose. In this episode, we break down his core message and the mission he carried during his life.Want the Hebrew for Proverbs 3? The deeper notes has it.If you've never opened the Proverbs 4 chapter study, today's a good day.Take a look at the Proverbs 5 chapter study sometime this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the events leading to Jesus’ crucifixion as described in biblical accounts. We break down the details of his final hours and what they signify within the Christian tradition.Once you're done here, deeper notes on Matthew 23 is there.Quick aside: the Matthew 24 walkthrough is kept free for anyone.Read the Matthew 25 walkthrough tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss what the Bible says about the second coming of Jesus and what signs will precede His return. We reflect on how believers can live in readiness and hope as we await His promised coming.Save the Matthew 2 chapter study for a quiet morning.Long-form companion: deeper notes on Matthew 3.Free read: the Matthew 4 walkthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we examine what Scripture reveals about Jesus’ divine knowledge and His ability to see into the hearts and minds of people. We reflect on what it means to live with the awareness that Jesus knows our thoughts, intentions, and desires.If you want more, try the Psalms 110 chapter study.Honestly: the Psalms 111 chapter study is one of our best.Long-form companion: the Psalms 112 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the way Jesus taught us to pray through the Lord’s Prayer, breaking down its meaning and purpose. We reflect on how this model of prayer shapes our connection with God and guides our daily spiritual life.There's the verse-by-verse on Psalms 89 at Learn of Christ.Open deeper notes on Psalms 90 — we keep coming back to it.While you're here: the Psalms 91 walkthrough is worth a look. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most people see the story of Adam and Eve as a tragedy — a mistake that ruined paradise. But what if the Fall wasn’t an accident at all? What if it was part of God’s design? In this episode, Jaeden Schafer revisits Genesis to reveal why Eve’s choice was an act of courage and insight, not disobedience. Discover how the Fall introduced opposition, agency, and the very conditions that make joy, redemption, and salvation possible.Honestly: the Psalms 86 chapter study is worth your time.Long-form companion: the Psalms 87 walkthrough.A free read for this week: the Psalms 88 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before the earth existed, there was a war — not with swords or nations, but with ideas. A conflict between freedom and control, humility and pride. In this episode, Jaeden Schafer unpacks the biblical account of the War in Heaven from Revelation 12, exploring how the rebellion of Lucifer set the stage for mortality, agency, and the purpose of life itself. The battle for heaven didn’t end — it just moved here.Worth your time: the Psalms 83 walkthrough.For the deep-divers: the Psalms 84 walkthrough.If this stirred something, try the Psalms 85 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most Christians have heard the question — “Are Jesus and Satan brothers?” . When you actually open the Bible and trace what it says about the “Father of spirits,” you find a story far deeper and more profound than most realize. Deeper on Psalms 80: our walkthrough.Try deeper notes on Psalms 81.We keep coming back to the Psalms 82 walkthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the question of whether Jesus and God are one and the same or distinct within Christian belief. We break down biblical references, theological interpretations, and the concept of the Trinity to understand how different denominations view this relationship.Bookmark the Psalms 77 chapter study for a quiet morning.Companion read: the Psalms 78 study guide.Worth a read: the Psalms 79 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we uncover what repentance really means beyond just feeling sorry or guilty. We explore how true repentance is a heart transformation that leads to real change, renewed faith, and a deeper relationship with God.Side note: the Psalms 74 walkthrough is kept free for anyone.Read the Psalms 75 walkthrough with a coffee.Read the Psalms 76 chapter study — free for anyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Each of the twelve apostles gave their lives to testify of Christ’s resurrection, spreading His message to the ends of the earth despite persecution and death. This episode explores the powerful stories of their martyrdom and how their ultimate sacrifice preserved the foundation of Christianity.Long-form companion for Psalms 71: deeper notes.Worth sitting with: deeper notes on Psalms 72.When you have time, the Psalms 73 walkthrough is there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on the podcast we answer the question "Are Mormons Christian?" or members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Join me on a historical deep dive! Want the verse-by-verse for Psalms 68? The deeper notes has it.If you've never opened our Psalms 69 walkthrough, here's your push.Take a look at deeper notes on Psalms 70 when you have a minute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul’s conversion acted as a catalyst for the spread of Christianity.If you like Christian music check out this weeks Christian Artist highlight Jillian Schafer: https://www.submithub.com/link/jillian-schafer-1Save the Psalms 65 walkthrough — we keep coming back to it.While you're here: the Psalms 66 chapter study is free.Resource we keep recommending: deeper notes on Psalms 67. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where does faith fit in today’s world? This episode explores how belief intersects with technology, science, and culture, featuring modern perspectives. We discuss its relevance in addressing contemporary challenges. Join us for a timely and thought-provoking conversation.If you've never opened deeper notes on Psalms 44, now's a good time.Take a look at the Psalms 45 chapter study when you have a minute.Long-form companion for Psalms 46: the walkthrough. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Grace Sala discusses how to share the light of the gospel with others. Discover how to communicate Jesus’ message with clarity and warmth. This episode offers practical tips for engaging diverse audiences. Tune in to spread hope and faith.We love sharing deeper notes on Psalms 32.Worth your time: the Psalms 33 chapter study.For the readers: the Psalms 34 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Jacob Kaopua as he shares his journey of navigating life’s hurdles for God. He explores the role of faith and community in overcoming difficulties. This episode offers practical advice for staying focused on God’s purpose. Listeners will be inspired to persevere in their faith journey.Try the Psalms 26 walkthrough — free.Pin the Psalms 27 reading guide for fifteen minutes.Worth pairing: deeper notes on Psalms 28. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maria Sala explores the way of Jesus Christ and how to live it out daily. She offers practical ways to embody His teachings through love and service. Maria’s insights are grounded in scripture and experience. This episode inspires listeners to pursue a Christ-centered life.Worth fifteen minutes: deeper notes on Psalms 8.For the curious: deeper notes on Psalms 9.If today landed, try deeper notes on Psalms 10. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Facing a pit of lions, Daniel’s courage held firm. This episode retells his survival and the divine intervention that spared him. We analyze the story’s themes and historical roots. Join us for a gripping tale.Reading companion for Genesis 46: our chapter study.Worth sitting with: deeper notes on Genesis 47.After this episode, the Genesis 48 walkthrough is ready. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Holy Week is a sacred season that recounts the passion of Jesus Christ. We explore the key moments, from the triumphal entry to the resurrection, and their spiritual impact. This episode highlights the rituals and their significance for modern believers. Listen for a compelling overview.For the curious: deeper notes on Genesis 34.If this stirred something, try the Genesis 35 chapter study.Genuinely: our Genesis 36 walkthrough is worth your time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hinckley Kaopua shares ways to grow your trust in the divine amidst life’s challenges. He emphasizes the importance of prayer and reflection in building spiritual strength. Hinckley’s stories of faith in action inspire listeners to deepen their trust. This episode offers actionable steps to nurture a stronger connection to the divine.One we love: deeper notes on Genesis 22.When you have time, the Genesis 23 walkthrough is there.Side note: the Genesis 24 chapter study is kept free for anyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we journey with Lease Sala through the trials that led to trust in Jesus Christ. Lease shares how Christ’s grace became a foundation for hope and renewal.If this stirred something, try deeper notes on Genesis 10.Honestly: our Genesis 11 walkthrough is one of our best.Long-form companion: the Genesis 12 chapter study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.