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Bible Principles Podcast

643 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

In just 2 minutes a day Gene Getz will walk you through the entire Bible! Each podcast is based one of the 1500 principles in his Life Essentials Study Bible.

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The Pure Gospel

July 03, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 3 – The Pure Gospel    Philippians 1:9-18 When evaluating various ministers and ministries, we should first of all consider what is being taught regarding the deity of Jesus Christ and how to be saved. Support the Show.

Expressing Appreciation

July 02, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 2 – Expressing Appreciation    Philippians 1:3-8 Spiritual leaders should express sincere appreciation to those who partner with them in the ministry.  Support the Show.

Leadership Development

July 01, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 1 – Leadership Development    Philippians 1:1-2 To produce mature and growing churches, we must make it a priority to mentor qualified leaders.  Support the Show.

Oneness in Christ

June 28, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 5 – Oneness in Christ    Ephesians 2:11-22 Regardless of our ethnic backgrounds, social statuses, genders, or races, when we become believers we are to function as members of one family.  Support the Show.

God’s Gift

June 27, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 4 – God’s Gift    Ephesians 1:20-2:10 When we present the message of hope in Christ, we must make sure that all people understand that good works do not contribute in any way to their salvation experience.  Support the Show.

Measuring Corporate Maturity

June 26, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 3 – Measuring Corporate Maturity    Ephesians 1:15-19 When we evaluate the maturity of any local church, we should look for the ways believers are manifesting faith, hope, and love in their relationships with God and one another. Support the Show.

Our Position in Christ

June 25, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 2 – Our Position in Christ    Ephesians 1:3-14 Because of our eternal hope and secure relationship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, we should never cease to praise and worship him.  Support the Show.

Pure Motives in Ministry

June 24, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 12 – Pure Motives in Ministry    Galatians 6:11-17 To counter false teaching in the church, we must keep our motives pure. Support the Show.

Walking in Newness of Life

June 21, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 10 – Walking in Newness of Life    Ephesians 4:17-24 Since God chose each one of us to live holy lives, we are to become what he created us to be.  Support the Show.

Building Up One Another

June 20, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 9 – Building Up One Another   Ephesians 4:7-16 To become mature in Christ as local communities of faith, we must all function as members of one another.  Support the Show.

Walking Worthy

June 19, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 8 – Walking Worthy   Ephesians 4:1-6 When we truly understand what God has done for all of us in Jesus Christ, we should respond by living godly lives in love and unity. Support the Show.

Experiencing God’s Power

June 18, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 7 – Experiencing God’s Power   Ephesians 3:14-21 To live in God’s will as individuals and as communities of faith, we must not only understand God’s power but we must also experience this power. Support the Show.

Servants of the Gospel

June 17, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 6 – Servants of the Gospel   Ephesians 3:1-13 As unified members of Christ’s body, we are to serve God and one another demonstrating to both the visible and the invisible world the message of God’s love and grace through Jesus Christ. Support the Show.

Justification by Faith

June 14, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 5 – Justification by Faith Galatians 3:10-26 When explaining that salvation is a free gift, we must also clarify that this gift can only be received by faith in Jesus Christ.  Support the Show.

The Abrahamic Covenant

June 13, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 4 – The Abrahamic Covenant Galatians 2:17-3:9 To communicate the gospel comprehensively, we must understand God’s unconditional promise to Abraham. Support the Show.

Doctrinal Compromise

June 12, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 3 - Doctrinal Compromise Galatians 2:11-16 Even prominent and sincere Christian leaders must be on guard against compromising the message of salvation because of social pressure.  Support the Show.

Messages from God

June 11, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 2 – Messages from God Galatians 1:10-2:10 If we think God has spoken to us directly, we must always verify our experiences by consulting the Scriptures and other mature Christian leaders.  Support the Show.

God’s Free Gift

June 10, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 1 – God’s Free Gift Galatians 1:1-9 When presenting the gospel message we must make sure we clearly explain that salvation is God’s free gift. Support the Show.

Proper Body Function

June 07, 2024 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

1 Corinthians Principle 30 – Proper Body Function      1 Corinthians 14:26-40 To produce spiritual maturity in our churches, we must create ways for the body of Christ to function in all of its parts—but always in productive and orderly ways.  Support the Show.

Articulate Communication

June 06, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

1 Corinthians Principle 29 – Articulate Communication      1 Corinthians 14:1-25 When speaking to one another and to God in services of instruction and worship, we should focus on clear and understandable communication.  Support the Show.

Measuring Corporate Matu

June 05, 2024 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

1 Corinthians Principle 28 – Measuring Corporate Maturity      1 Corinthians 13:8-13 When measuring maturity in our local churches, we should use the Christlike qualities of faith, hope, and love—but especially love—as divine criteria.  Support the Show.

Reflections of Love

June 04, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love      1 Corinthians 13:4-7 To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships. Support the Show.

eflections of Love

June 04, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love      1 Corinthians 13:4-7 To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships. Support the Show.

The Way of Love

June 03, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

1 Corinthians Principle 26, The Way of Love      1 Corinthians 12:27-13:3 To create unity in our local churches, we must be committed to building up one another in love.  Support the Show.

Unity in Christ

May 31, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 25 – Unity in Christ 1 Corinthians 12:1-26 As members of local churches, we should be committed to manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit and becoming unified in Christ.  Support the Show.

A Sacred Remembran

May 30, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 24 – A Sacred Remembrance      1 Corinthians 11:17-34 When we participate in the Lord’s Supper, we should reflect deep care and concern for all members of Christ’s body.  Support the Show.

Interpreting Scripture Accurately

May 29, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 23 – Interpreting Scripture Accurately      1 Corinthians 10:14-11:16 We must be careful not to superimpose on Scripture particular forms that are never spelled out in a definitive way.  Support the Show.

Lessons From Scripture

May 28, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 22 – Lessons From Scripture      1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13 As we read the biblical story, we are to learn lessons that relate particularly to God’s discipline on his people when they persistently violated his will.  Support the Show.

Freedom in Form

May 27, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 21 – Freedom in Form      1 Corinthians 9:19-23 We should use a variety of means and methods to communicate the biblical message, but we are never to compromise biblical values.  Support the Show.

Demonstrating Pure Motives

May 24, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 20 – Demonstrating Pure Motives         1 Corinthians 9:1-18 When engaged in evangelistic efforts, we must be cautious in receiving financial support from unbelievers as well as those who initially respond to the gospel. Support the Show.

Using Knowledge Responsibly

May 23, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 19 – Using Knowledge Responsibly         1 Corinthians 8:1-13 As we grow in biblical knowledge, we are to use this knowledge in a loving, responsible way. Support the Show.

Maintaining Priorities

May 22, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 18 – Maintaining Priorities         1 Corinthians 7:25-40 Whatever decisions we make as believers, we should consider how these decisions will enable us to serve the Lord Jesus Christ more effectively.  Support the Show.

Equality in Christ

May 21, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 17 – Equality in Christ     1 Corinthians 7:17-24 When we receive the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior, we should serve God faithfully in whatever circumstances we find ourselves. Support the Show.

Mixed Marriages

May 20, 2024 15:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 16 – Mixed Marriages    1 Corinthians 7:10-16 Christians who are married to unbelievers should view their relationships as sacred. Support the Show.

The Gift of Sex

May 17, 2024 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 15 – The Gift of Sex     1 Corinthians 7:1-9 We are to view sex as a sacred gift from God to be used only within the bonds of marriage. Support the Show.

Using Freedom Responsibly

May 16, 2024 05:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 14 – Using Freedom Responsibly     1 Corinthians 6:12-20 Though we live under grace, we are never to use our freedom in Christ to violate His will.  Support the Show.

Living Transformed Lives

May 15, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 13 – Living Transformed Lives     1 Corinthians 6:1-11 When we become followers of Jesus Christ, we are no longer to function in the world as if we are still a part of the world.  Support the Show.

Church Discipline

May 14, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 12 – Church Discipline     1 Corinthians 5:1-13 For local churches to become mature in Christ, church leaders must exercise proper church discipline.  Support the Show.

Self-Defense

May 13, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 11 – Self-Defense        1 Corinthians 4:6-21 When we are falsely accused, it is not wrong to defend ourselves, but we should also have someone who knows us well verify our true character.  Support the Show.

Prideful Perceptions

May 10, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 10 – Prideful Perceptions 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 To evaluate the maturity of our spiritual leaders, we must make sure we are spiritually mature ourselves.  Support the Show.

God’s Direct Discipline

May 09, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 9 – God’s Direct Discipline 1 Corinthians 3:16-23 We should warn Christians who are dividing the church for selfish reasons that they may be directly and severely disciplined by God.  Support the Show.

The True Foundation

May 08, 2024 19:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 8 – The True Foundation 1 Corinthians 3:5-15 We are faithfully to build the church on Christ—who He is and what He taught. Support the Show.

Becoming Like Christ

May 07, 2024 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 7 – Becoming Like Christ 1 Corinthians 3:1-4 As Christ-followers we should become mature and follow His example in all of our relationships within the church. Support the Show.

God’s Power

May 06, 2024 06:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 5 – God’s Power    1 Corinthians 2:1-5    When presenting God’s truth, we should not depend upon our eloquence and personal strength but on God’s presence and power.  Support the Show.

Spiritual Wisdom

May 03, 2024 06:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 6 – Spiritual Wisdom 1 Corinthians 2:6-16 When we study the Word of God, we are to rely on the Holy Spirit to open our minds to understand God’s amazing plan of redemption as well as His will for our lives as followers of Jesus Christ. Support the Show.

God’s Wisdom

May 02, 2024 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 4 – God’s Wisdom    1 Corinthians 1:26-31    Though we may be considered unwise and even foolish by the world’s standards, we must understand that by God’s standards, we are wise and discerning.  Support the Show.

Worldly Wisdom

May 01, 2024 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 3 – Worldly Wisdom    1 Corinthians 1:18-25    We must continue to present the supernatural message boldly even though there are many educated people who consider salvation by faith in Christ foolishness. Support the Show.

Divisive Behavior

April 30, 2024 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 2 – Divisive Behavior    1 Corinthians 1:10-17    Though it’s natural to prefer certain spiritual leaders, we should not allow these preferences to create divisions in the church. Support the Show.

1 Corinthians

April 29, 2024 18:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 1 – God’s Grace 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 To explain and appreciate God’s grace, we must understand the various ways this divine source is used in the New Testament.  Support the Show.

Walking in the Will of God

April 26, 2024 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MB

Principle 90 – Walking in the Will of God Psalm 94:1-23 Since God knows our every thought, word, and deed, we should seek to live in God’s will every moment of every day. Support the Show.