Bible Study Podcast
232 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 333 ratingsBible study with one primary goal, learn to love like Jesus. Join Wes McAdams for in-depth, encouraging, and relevant studies of biblical passages and biblical topics. Formerly, CrossTalk Podcast.
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Christian Nationalism: What Is It and Is It a Problem?
December 11, 2022 19:45 - 56 minutes - 55.8 MBIn today's Bible study, Wes McAdams discusses Christian nationalism with special guest, Jacob Rutledge. What is Christian nationalism and is it a problem? Are Christianity and nationalism compatible or are they antithetical worldviews? What does the Bible teach us to help us navigate this issue? These are some of the questions we explore in today's Bible study. The post Christian Nationalism: What Is It and Is It a Problem? appeared first on Radically Christian.
Gender and the Fall (Part Two)
December 04, 2022 23:00 - 47 minutes - 47.2 MBHow should Christians think about gender roles? Are they a consequence of the fall or are they part of the created order? In today's Bible study, Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley continue their discussion about gender roles. The post Gender and the Fall (Part Two) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Gender and the Fall (Part One)
November 28, 2022 02:53 - 47 minutes - 47.7 MBHow does gender relate to creation and the fall? Did sin enter the world through Adam or through Eve? These are some of the questions we are discussing in today's Bible study, which is the first in a two-part series. In this Bible study, Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley discuss passages from Genesis 1-3, Romans 5, and 1 Timothy 2. The post Gender and the Fall (Part One) appeared first on Radically Christian.
How I Study the Bible with Logos Bible Software (Logos 10 Review)
November 14, 2022 02:08 - 53 minutes - 52.5 MBHow to study the Bible using Logos Bible Software. In today's Bible study, Wes McAdams demonstrates the power of Logos Bible Software. Our friends at Logos have upgraded us to Logos 10 and you will see many of the new features and how it might be able to benefit your Bible studies and lesson preparation. Logos is also offering some great deals for our audience. Visit https://RadicallyChristian.com/logos The post How I Study the Bible with Logos Bible Software (Logos 10 Review) appeared firs...
Advice for New Christians
November 07, 2022 03:26 - 53 minutes - 52.5 MBWhat advice would you give to new Christians? Today's Bible study is a response to a question we received from one of our listeners, who wrote, "I am a new Christian, who recently gave her life to Christ, and I want to know what should I do next. What should I do next to honor Jesus and to let others know about my decision to follow Christ?" The post Advice for New Christians appeared first on Radically Christian.
Speak Where the Bible Speaks and Be Silent Where It is Silent
October 24, 2022 01:27 - 46 minutes - 40.9 MB"Speak where the Bible speaks and be silent where the Bible is silent" is a well-known phrase within the Restoration Movement. In today's Bible study, Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley discuss whether or not this phrase is similar to Paul's instruction to not, "go beyond what is written" (1 Corinthians 4:6). The post Speak Where the Bible Speaks and Be Silent Where It is Silent appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does Romans 8:20 Mean? Creation Subjected to Futility?
October 10, 2022 00:12 - 50 minutes - 50.4 MBWhat does Romans 8:20 mean? In Romans 8:20-21, Paul says, "For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God." What does "creation" mean in this passage? What does it mean that creation was subjected to futility? And what does it mean that creation will be set free from its bondage? The post What Does Romans...
What Does 1 Corinthians 5:5 Mean? Deliver This Man to Satan
September 18, 2022 22:09 - 42 minutes - 43 MBWhat does 1 Corinthians 5:5 mean? In 1 Corinthians 5:5, Paul says, "You are to deliver this man to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord." What is Paul telling the church in Corinth to do? What does the phrase, "Deliver to Satan" mean? And to what does "destruction of the flesh" refer? The post What Does 1 Corinthians 5:5 Mean? Deliver This Man to Satan appeared first on Radically Christian.
What’s More Important, Reconciliation with God or People?
September 13, 2022 02:15 - 45 minutes - 45.8 MBToday's Bible study revolves around a quote from one of Wes' recent sermons. He said, "The Gospel is as much about reconciling people with one another as it is reconciling people with God." Travis asks Wes to explain and expound upon this idea. The post What’s More Important, Reconciliation with God or People? appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does Leviticus 15 Mean? Ritually Unclean
September 05, 2022 11:00 - 55 minutes - 54.3 MBWhat does Leviticus 15 mean? This chapter of Leviticus deals specifically with "bodily discharges." Why is a bodily discharge unclean and why does it make people and objects unclean? What is uncleanness all about? The post What Does Leviticus 15 Mean? Ritually Unclean appeared first on Radically Christian.
A Cruciform Hermeneutic
June 19, 2022 20:03 - 54 minutes - 53.6 MBWhat is a cruciform hermeneutic? A hermeneutic is the lens through which we interpret and apply Scripture. And cruciform means something is shaped like the cross. So, what would it look like to let the cross of Jesus be the lens through which we interpret and apply Scripture? That is the question Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley discuss in this Bible study. The post A Cruciform Hermeneutic appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does Matthew 19:9 Mean? Marriage and Divorce
June 13, 2022 01:20 - 46 minutes - 45.9 MBWhat does Matthew 19:9 mean? Jesus said, "Whoever divorces his wife, except for sexual immorality, and marries another, commits adultery" (Matthew 19:9). What does Jesus mean by these very startling words? This passage has been the source of much debate, confusion, and heartache. But Jesus spoke these words to bless people, not to curse them. The post What Does Matthew 19:9 Mean? Marriage and Divorce appeared first on Radically Christian.
The Bible and Bioethics: IVF, Embryo Adoption, and More
May 30, 2022 02:07 - 52 minutes - 52.1 MBHow does the Bible shape our thinking about biology and ethics? Medical technology has alleviated much pain and suffering, but it has also created ethical questions and dilemmas for Christians. How should Christians navigate questions about life, biology, health, and science? The post The Bible and Bioethics: IVF, Embryo Adoption, and More appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does Genesis 9:20-27 Mean? (The Sin of Ham & Curse of Canaan)
May 22, 2022 21:24 - 51 minutes - 51.1 MBWhat does Genesis 9:20-27 mean? What was Ham's sin and why was his son, Canaan, cursed because of Ham's sin? The story begins in Genesis 9:20-22, which says, "Noah began to be a man of the soil, and he planted a vineyard. He drank of the wine and became drunk and lay uncovered in his tent. And Ham, the father of Canaan, saw the nakedness of his father and told his two brothers outside." Because of this sin, Ham's son, Canaan, is cursed by Noah. What is going on in this story? The post What...
What Does Hebrews 6:4-6? (Impossible to Restore)
May 15, 2022 21:18 - 50 minutes - 50.1 MBWhat does Hebrews 6:4-6 mean? The passage says, "For it is impossible, in the case of those who have once been enlightened, who have tasted the heavenly gift, and have shared in the Holy Spirit, and have tasted the goodness of the word of God and the powers of the age to come, and then have fallen away, to restore them again to repentance, since they are crucifying once again the Son of God to their own harm and holding him up to contempt." Does this mean it is impossible for people to be sa...
What Does 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 Mean? (Women Keep Silent?)
May 08, 2022 21:48 - 50 minutes - 50.5 MBheir husbands at home. For it is shameful for a woman to speak in church." Does Paul mean that women should not talk to others when the church gathers together? Is it not okay for women to sing in the church? What does this passage mean? The post What Does 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 Mean? (Women Keep Silent?) appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does 2 Corinthians 6:14 Mean? (Unequally Yoked)
April 18, 2022 00:06 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBWhat does 2 Corinthians 6:14 mean, "Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers. For what partnership has righteousness with lawlessness? Or what fellowship has light with darkness?" What is the context of 2 Corinthians 6:14? What did Paul mean when he wrote this to the Corinthian church? And how can Christians apply these words to our lives today? The post What Does 2 Corinthians 6:14 Mean? (Unequally Yoked) appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does 1 Timothy 2:15 Mean? (Saved Through Childbearing)
April 11, 2022 02:23 - 51 minutes - 50.5 MBWhat does 1 Timothy 2:15 mean when it says, "She will be saved through childbearing—if they continue in faith and love and holiness, with self-control"? What does childbearing have to do with being saved? The post What Does 1 Timothy 2:15 Mean? (Saved Through Childbearing) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Race and Racism (Hope for the Future of the Church)
March 21, 2022 02:11 - 40 minutes - 37 MBFloyd, discussions about race and racism became top-of-mind for many of us. And Christians are struggling to navigate our current reality well. The post Race and Racism (Hope for the Future of the Church) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Political Polarization (Hope for the Future of the Church)
March 13, 2022 23:14 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MBWhat are Christians to do in times like these? What hope can we find in the Bible for navigating these politically polarized times? The post Political Polarization (Hope for the Future of the Church) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Gender Issues (Hope for the Future of the Church)
February 28, 2022 11:23 - 54 minutes - 53.5 MBWhat does it mean to be masculine? What does it mean to be feminine? Did God make men and women totally unique? Is gender just a social construct? Discussions about these matters can be filled with anger, fear, division, and frustration, but that doesn't have to be the case. We can have hope-filled conversations about gender. The post Gender Issues (Hope for the Future of the Church) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Doctrinal Differences (Hope for the Future of the Church)
February 21, 2022 02:51 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBCan the church be unified when we disagree on certain aspects of our faith? What hope is there for the future of the church when there is so much disagreement? The post Doctrinal Differences (Hope for the Future of the Church) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Post-Christian Culture (Hope for the Future of the Church)
February 14, 2022 03:25 - 46 minutes - 46.1 MBIs it accurate to think of American culture as “post-Christian” and how can the church thrive in a culture like this? This is part two of our series, “Hope for the Future of the Church.” About the Series: The pandemic, politics, and a rapidly changing culture have left a lot of Christians are feeling uncertain […] The post Post-Christian Culture (Hope for the Future of the Church) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Hope for the Future of the Church: Church Attendance
February 07, 2022 11:27 - 36 minutes - 36.8 MBThis is part one of our new series, "Hope for the Future of the Church." In this episode, we will discuss why we should be hopeful about the future of church attendance. The post Hope for the Future of the Church: Church Attendance appeared first on Radically Christian.
Eschatology: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
January 17, 2022 03:34 - 57 minutes - 56.7 MBOne of the most important words in theological conversations is "eschatology." But what does "eschatology" mean and why is it so important? Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson define and discuss eschatology. Marcus is the High School Minister at the church of Christ on McDermott Road and a passionate evangelist. The post Eschatology: What Is It and Why Is It Important? appeared first on Radically Christian.
Intellectual Virtues for Bible Study
January 10, 2022 02:07 - 54 minutes - 53.3 MBIn today’s Bible study, Wes McAdams visits with Clifton F. Webb about intellectual virtues and critical thinking skills. What does it mean to be a critical thinker and why is it important for students of Scripture? One example from Scripture is the Bereans of Acts 17:11, “Now these Jews were more noble than those in Thessalonica; […] The post Intellectual Virtues for Bible Study appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does it Mean that the Bible is Inspired?
January 03, 2022 11:44 - 53 minutes - 53.2 MBWhat are we actually claiming when we say the Bible is inspired? In today's Bible study, Wes McAdams visits with Steven Cuffle and Dr. Jared Saltz about some of the major theories and views about biblical inspiration. How should we define inspiration? What are some of the major differences between different theories of inspiration? What are the pros and cons of each theory? Can we have fellowship with one another if we have slightly different ideas about the inspiration of Scripture? The po...
Appearing Before the Judgment Seat of Christ
November 29, 2021 03:01 - 46 minutes - 46.3 MBWhat does it mean that we will all appear before the judgment seat of Christ? In today's Bible study, Wes and Travis discuss a question from a listener: "Growing up in the church I heard it said quite often we’d sit at the judgment seat. We will give an account for all our sins….almost like a line-by-line reading of everything we’ve done wrong. I’ve also heard many sermons saying that God has wiped away all our sins and remembers them no more (perhaps magnified with studies on grace that I w...
Faith is Counted as Righteousness
November 22, 2021 12:20 - 51 minutes - 51.2 MBWhat does it mean when the Bible says faith is counted as righteousness? In Romans 4, Paul discusses how Abraham’s “faith was counted to him as righteousness.” Abraham believed “God was able to do what he had promised” and because of that faith, God considered Abraham to righteous. More importantly, Paul goes on to say […] The post Faith is Counted as Righteousness appeared first on Radically Christian.
How Do I Become a Better Christian?
November 15, 2021 11:54 - 50 minutes - 50.2 MBToday's Bible study discussion was prompted by a listener named Isabella, who wrote in to ask about becoming a better Christian. Isabella feels she is too focused on worldly things and doesn't do enough for the Lord. She wants to overcome some of her struggles with sin. She fears she has been lazy and disobedient. The post How Do I Become a Better Christian? appeared first on Radically Christian.
In Whose Name Should We Be Baptized?
November 08, 2021 01:47 - 43 minutes - 43.5 MBIn whose name should we be baptized? Should we baptize people in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Or should we baptize people simply in the name of Jesus? The post In Whose Name Should We Be Baptized? appeared first on Radically Christian.
What the Bible Says About the Flesh and the Spirit
November 01, 2021 10:44 - 49 minutes - 49.2 MBIn today's Bible study, Wes and Travis discuss the flesh and the Spirit. The apostle Paul taught that there is sin dwelling in the "flesh" of every person. Because of the sin in our flesh, even when we want to do what is right, we lack "the ability to carry it out" (Romans 7:18). Every human being is trapped in a cycle of sin and death. The post What the Bible Says About the Flesh and the Spirit appeared first on Radically Christian.
Does Christianity Grow in Times of Persecution (Part 2 of 2)
October 25, 2021 10:53 - 44 minutes - 44.7 MBThis discussion on persecution is part two of a two-part series. If you haven’t already done so, you may want to listen to the first episode in this series: “Is Political Privilege Harmful to Christianity?“ Last week we began considering the question, “Why is Christianity growing in some countries but declining in others?” In that […] The post Does Christianity Grow in Times of Persecution (Part 2 of 2) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Is Political Privilege Harmful to Christianity? (Part One)
October 19, 2021 11:53 - 49 minutes - 96 MBoday's Bible study. According to an article by Nilya Saiya, the answer is "political privilege." Saiya argues that it is not governmental persecution, but rather governmental support that is one of the biggest threats to the growth of Christianity in a country. Saiya reports, "As governmental support for Christianity increases, the number of Christians declines significantly." The post Is Political Privilege Harmful to Christianity? (Part One) appeared first on Radically Christian.
How to Give Better Communion Talks
September 20, 2021 10:00 - 45 minutes - 88.8 MBMany congregations preface Communion with short Communion talks. This Communion talk typically consists of a Scripture reading and a few thoughts to help the church prepare emotionally and mentally for sharing the bread and the cup. Today's Bible study will hopefully be an encouragement to those who lead in this capacity. The post How to Give Better Communion Talks appeared first on Radically Christian.
The Best Marriage Advice in the Bible
September 13, 2021 11:16 - 38 minutes - 76.2 MBWhat is the best marriage advice in the Bible? It may not be what you think. Hollee and Wes McAdams discuss why much of the marriage advice given today in books, seminars, and by well-meaning individuals often does not get to the heart of the issue. The post The Best Marriage Advice in the Bible appeared first on Radically Christian.
Forgiven People Forgive People
September 06, 2021 10:47 - 37 minutes - 72.8 MBForgiven people forgive people. In today's Bible Study, Wes McAdams discusses forgiveness with Billy McGuiggan. For followers of Jesus, it is important that we both experience and extend forgiveness. Unfortunately, many of us tend to struggle with both of these aspects of forgiveness. The post Forgiven People Forgive People appeared first on Radically Christian.
What is an Evangelist?
August 30, 2021 11:16 - 50 minutes - 97.6 MBToday's Bible Study considers the question, what is an evangelist? This question comes from Jeff, who asks, "Over the past year or two, I’ve thought a lot about the role of the evangelist and what exactly Paul means to “do the work of the evangelist” (2 Tim 4:5). It’s interesting that the word form εὐαγγελιστής is only used 3x in the NT, yet we build a lot of our congregational ministry in the churches of Christ around that role/office. The post What is an Evangelist? appeared first on Rad...
Holding Ourselves to a Higher Standard
August 23, 2021 10:48 - 40 minutes - 79.7 MBEvery follower of Jesus should hold himself or herself to a higher standard than they hold anyone else. Today's Bible study was prompted by one of Travis' favorite quotes from "The Chosen" television series. In Season Two, Episode 1, Jesus says, “I ask a lot of those who follow me, but I ask little of those who do not.” The post Holding Ourselves to a Higher Standard appeared first on Radically Christian.
What Does the Bible Say About Karma?
August 16, 2021 11:08 - 46 minutes - 91.1 MBWhat is karma? What does the Bible say about karma? Should Christians believe in karma? These are some of the questions Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley discuss in today’s Bible study. This episode was prompted by a listener named Jonathan. Buddhism and Hinduism teach karma in connection with reincarnation. These religions believe your current life […] The post What Does the Bible Say About Karma? appeared first on Radically Christian.
Baptized for the Wrong Reason
August 09, 2021 11:31 - 45 minutes - 89.1 MBWhat if someone is baptized for the wrong reason? What does the Bible say about the validity of a baptism that was for the wrong reason? Christians have debated these types of questions for centuries. People worry whether they knew enough, believed the right things, or did everything in the right way for their baptism […] The post Baptized for the Wrong Reason appeared first on Radically Christian.
A Bible Study Guide to Hebrews
August 03, 2021 10:29 - 40 minutes - 77.8 MBWes McAdams interviews Michael Whitworth about his new book, The Son's Supremacy: A Guide to Hebrews. If you are interested in an encouraging and in-depth study of Hebrews, "The Son's Supremacy" is an excellent help. Whitworth is an incredibly talented, knowledgable, and engaging author. His book will help many better understand the book of Hebrews. The post A Bible Study Guide to Hebrews appeared first on Radically Christian.
When Our Heart Condemns Us (1 John 3:20)
July 26, 2021 10:35 - 46 minutes - 90.2 MB1 John 3:20 says, "...whenever our heart condemns us, God is greater than our heart"? What does John mean by this? That is the question Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley discuss in today's Bible study. The post When Our Heart Condemns Us (1 John 3:20) appeared first on Radically Christian.
Is Stoicism Compatible with Christianity?
July 19, 2021 11:26 - 59 minutes - 115 MBIs stoicism compatible with Christianity? In what ways does stoic philosophy agree with Christian thought? In what ways does stoic philosophy contradict Christian thought? These are some of the questions Wes McAdams and Travis Pauley discuss on today’s podcast. This discussion was prompted by one of our listeners, Ryan, who has noticed an increasing number […] The post Is Stoicism Compatible with Christianity? appeared first on Radically Christian.
What is the “Perfect” in 1 Corinthians 13:10?
July 12, 2021 11:10 - 37 minutes - 73.5 MBWhat is the “perfect” in 1 Corinthians 13:10? That is the question that Wes and Travis tackle in today’s Bible study. This question was raised by a listner, who wrote, “1 Corinthians 13:10 says, ‘but when the perfect comes, the partial will pass away.’ I’ve always heard (and my husband still firmly believes) ‘the perfect’ […] The post What is the “Perfect” in 1 Corinthians 13:10? appeared first on Radically Christian.
What the Bible Says About Our Work
July 05, 2021 10:00 - 39 minutes - 39.5 MBToday’s question comes from Stephen Scaggs, who writes, “Paul often gives a theology to work. Will we work in the new creation? What does it mean ‘their work follows them’? In connection to the bodily resurrection, what does it mean when Paul says our work is ‘not in vain’? Should we love our work?” In […] The post What the Bible Says About Our Work appeared first on Radically Christian.
Lessons Learned from 20 Years in Ministry
June 28, 2021 03:04 - 39 minutes - 39.8 MBToday's Bible Study Podcast is a bit different. Hollee McAdams joins us to ask Wes some questions about his first twenty years in ministry. The post Lessons Learned from 20 Years in Ministry appeared first on Radically Christian.
Was Jesus “Harsh” with People?
June 23, 2021 10:58 - 40 minutes - 40.5 MBToday's Bible study discussion revolves around the question, "Was Jesus harsh with people?" This question was prompted by listener Randall Dickey. Should we perceive Jesus as a harsh person? Was he harsh, in general? Why did Jesus have moments, like the cleansing of the temple, when he was relatively harsh? Should we imitate Jesus' "harsh" behavior? These are some of the questions we tackle in today's Bible study and we hope this conversation is a blessing to you. The post Was Jesus “Harsh”...
Should We Obey God Out of Love or Fear?
June 07, 2021 01:53 - 36 minutes - 36.8 MBShould we obey God out of love or fear? This is what listener Neal Cook would like to know. Neal asked about the contrast between Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, which says: “The end of the matter; all has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole duty of man. For God will […] The post Should We Obey God Out of Love or Fear? appeared first on Radically Christian.
Coping with the Fall of Spiritual Leaders
May 30, 2021 21:39 - 47 minutes - 47.3 MBHow do we cope when spiritual leaders fall? Is it possible to keep them from falling? Can we ensure their fall doesn't bring us down with them? Is there a way to prevent such people from becoming leaders in the first place? These are very difficult questions, but they are questions with which the church must wrestle. The post Coping with the Fall of Spiritual Leaders appeared first on Radically Christian.