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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Episodes
Why Noah’s Ark is Not a Children’s Bible Story – CrossTalk S2E8
March 07, 2016 21:02 - 34 minutes - 39.8 MBJoin Wes, Sam, and James as they continue their series, "Not A Children's Bible Story," by talking about Noah and the Ark. Why is the account of Noah and the ark relegated to the "children's corner"? What can mature disciples of Christ learn from this story? It can teach us so much about God, judgement, grace, mercy, and so much more. We hope you are edified by this discussion. The post Why Noah’s Ark is Not a Children’s Bible Story – CrossTalk S2E8 appeared first on Radically Christian.
Not a Children’s Bible Story: Zacchaeus – CrossTalk S2E7
February 29, 2016 23:22 - 32 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Wes talks with his co-hosts, James Sumners, and Sam Dominguez about the story of Zacchaeus from Luke 19. What--beyond "Zacchaeus was a wee little man"--do we need to understand about this event? What does Zacchaeus teach us about following Jesus? The post Not a Children’s Bible Story: Zacchaeus – CrossTalk S2E7 appeared first on Radically Christian.
Not a Children’s Bible Story: The Prodigal Son – CrossTalk S2E6
February 22, 2016 19:19 - 32 minutes - 37.4 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Wes, Sam, and James continue their "not a children's Bible story" series by discussing the parable of the Prodigal son. What lesson was Jesus really teaching? How have we over-simplified for children? What points do we need to reconsider as it pertains to this parable? We hope this is an encouraging conversation. The post Not a Children’s Bible Story: The Prodigal Son – CrossTalk S2E6 appeared first on Radically Christian.
Not a Children’s Bible Story: Good Samaritan – CrossTalk S2E5
February 09, 2016 03:15 - 27 minutes - 31.4 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, we continue our "not a children's Bible story," in which we discuss Bible stories that we typically water down in order to teach to children. Unfortunately, in doing so we often miss the primary point of the passage of Scripture. In today's episode, Wes, Sam, and James discuss the parable typically referred to as "The Good Samaritan" and discover why it's not just a Children's Bible story. The post Not a Children’s Bible Story: Good Samaritan – Cros...
Not a Children’s Bible Story: Jesus Heals 10 Lepers – CrossTalk S2E4
February 02, 2016 10:22 - 41 minutes - 47.9 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, we begin a new series in which we discuss some passages of Scripture that we tend to think of as "Children's Bible Stories," but have far deeper meanings and applications than we often realize because we tend to only see them as they were presented to us as children. In this episode, Wes, Sam, and James discuss Jesus healing ten lepers and how their perspective on this passage of Scripture has changed now that they are adults. The post Not a Childre...
Right and Wrong Ways to Listen to a Sermon – CrossTalk S2E3
January 25, 2016 21:48 - 29 minutes - 34.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Wes, Sam, and James discuss some right and wrong ways to listen to sermons and Bible classes. It is easy to develop some unhealthy habits in this area of our lives. What is your goal when you attend a Bible class or listen to a sermon? Do you listen in a way that is glorifying to God? We hope this discussion is edifying to you. The post Right and Wrong Ways to Listen to a Sermon – CrossTalk S2E3 appeared first on Radically Christian.
Do Our Lives Reflect What We Say We Believe? – CrossTalk S2E2
January 18, 2016 22:28 - 24 minutes - 28.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, James, Wes, and Sam discuss the fact that we often quote Scripture and state theological truths, but our lives don't always reflect that we really believe those things. As Sam poses the hypothetical question at the beginning of the episode, "If that were true, wouldn't this part of your life be different?" We hope this spiritual discussion among friends helps encourage you to have these types of conversations with Christians in your life. The post D...
Do We Really Believe, ‘To Die is Gain’? – CrossTalk S2E1
January 11, 2016 15:00 - 18 minutes - 22.1 MBWe say we believe the truths of Scripture. Truths like, "To live is Christ and to die is gain," but do we really believe that? Do we live as if that statement is true? Or do we live like this world is far better and that it would be better to continue in this life indefinitely? Sam, James, and Wes consider this question in this episode of the CrossTalk Podcast. We hope you find this discussion edifying. The post Do We Really Believe, ‘To Die is Gain’? – CrossTalk S2E1 appeared first on Radi...
Episode #24 – How Does the Lord Discipline Us?
December 21, 2015 12:34 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MBThis discussion was sparked by a wonderful voicemail we received from one of our listeners. Here are some of the ideas and questions we discuss on this week's episode: How does God discipline us? Why does God discipline us? When we suffer, should we see that as God discipling us? When we suffer, should we take that to mean that God thinks we're strong enough to handle it. Does God send suffering on specific people? Is that what the Bible means when it talks about the discipline of the Lord? ...
Episode #23 – The Work Christians Should Be Doing
December 07, 2015 11:13 - 34 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam, James, and Wes discuss questions like: What kind of work are Christians obligated to do? Should we do what we enjoy doing? Should we do what we are "gifted" or "talented" at doing? What does God expect of us? What is the right perspective to have about the work we do for the Lord? The post Episode #23 – The Work Christians Should Be Doing appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #22 – Humor in the Life of a Christian
November 30, 2015 12:44 - 27 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode, the guys discuss humor and the place it has in the life of a Christian. Why did God give us a sense of humor? Why is it that some people seem to only find humor in things that are sinful? Should Christians ever be silly? Does silliness have a place in the life of Christians? Give some thought to the things discussed in this episode. The post Episode #22 – Humor in the Life of a Christian appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #21 – Why We Need to Get Serious About Our Sin
November 16, 2015 20:50 - 27 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam Dominguez, James Sumners, and Wes McAdams discuss sin: why we sometimes fail to get rid of it completely and why we need to get serious about dealing with it. Often what we say is our "struggle" has become our "habit" or "practice." We often fail to realize the urgency of fully repenting of our sins. When we try to maintain one foot in Christ and one foot in the world, we miss out on so many wonderful blessings; including eternity in heaven. We h...
Episode #20 – Trusting Our Church Leaders
November 09, 2015 18:26 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam, Wes, and James discuss why we have a tendency to distrust our church leaders. Why is that we trust church leaders until it comes to issues of money or until we disagree with them? Why do we often question their motives when it comes to certain issues? Should we trust people automatically or do they have to earn our trust? These are a few of the things discussed in this week's episode of CrossTalk. The post Episode #20 – Trusting Our Church Lead...
Episode #19 – Is it ever right to be proud?
November 02, 2015 17:45 - 33 minutes - 38.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam Dominguez, James Sumners, and Wes McAdams discuss "pride." Is it ever right to feel proud? What about the way we feel about our children, aren't we proud of them? What about when our children make a good choice and do the right thing, can we be proud of them? Why do we feel pride if it is always wrong? These are a few of the things discussed on this week's podcast. The post Episode #19 – Is it ever right to be proud? appeared first on Radically ...
Episode #18 – A Discussion About Christian Apologies and Forgiveness
October 26, 2015 11:53 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam Dominguez, James Sumners, and Wes McAdams discuss why it feels so strange for someone to say, "I forgive you." Why does it sound so condescending, or like the person is blowing things out of proportion, when he or she says that they "forgive" the other person? Sam, James, and Wes have a spirited discussion about why apologizing is not the most important part of this process. We hope you are edified by this discussion. The post Episode #18 – A Di...
Episode #17 – When Preachers and Teachers Do Poorly
October 19, 2015 11:23 - 25 minutes - 29.5 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam Dominguez and Wes McAdams discuss how they feel when they've done poorly teaching and preaching God's word. Why do we feel bad when we've preached and taught poorly? What can help us cope with these feelings while at the same time striving to preach and teach better? This discussion will helpful for anyone who teaches or preaches, but also all Christians. The post Episode #17 – When Preachers and Teachers Do Poorly appeared first on Radically Ch...
Episode #16 – Parenting Young Children in the Church
October 12, 2015 11:26 - 22 minutes - 26.6 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, James Sumners and Wes McAdams discuss parenting, especially as it pertains to young children. Often, parents of young children allow their young kids to keep them from attending worship services or other church events like weddings, funerals, gospel meetings, etc. How should parents deal with these types of situations? The post Episode #16 – Parenting Young Children in the Church appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #15 – The Spiritual Benefit of Sorrow
October 05, 2015 03:56 - 37 minutes - 43.5 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Wes, Sam, and James discuss why we need to do a better job at appreciating the spiritual value and benefits of sorrow. Too often, we quickly try to sweep sorrow under the rug, when we should actually allow ourselves the time to be sad, to weep, and to mourn. The post Episode #15 – The Spiritual Benefit of Sorrow appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #14 – Considering the Look and Feel of our Religion
September 21, 2015 13:32 - 32 minutes - 37.7 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Wes, Sam, and James consider our preoccupation with the "aesthetics" of Christian worship. Why do some of us have to have things look and feel a certain way in order to feel like we have worshiped? Why are we so concerned with the look and feel of our religion and our worship? The post Episode #14 – Considering the Look and Feel of our Religion appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #13 – Christianity and Ministry in the Age of Social Media
September 14, 2015 12:43 - 33 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Wes, Sam, and James are joined by special guest Fred Dominguez, the preacher for the church of Christ in Pecos, Texas. They discuss some of the positive and negative aspects of being a Christian in the age of social media. What are some of the pitfalls of Facebook and Twitter, and what are some of the ways Christians can use these social networks for God's glory? The post Episode #13 – Christianity and Ministry in the Age of Social Media appeared fi...
Episode #12 – Rethinking How We Do Children’s Bible Classes
September 07, 2015 13:22 - 32 minutes - 37.8 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Luke Bower and Wes McAdams discuss children's Bible classes. Are we thinking about Bible classes the right way? Is there a better way of doing Bible classes? Who should teach children in Bible classes, what should they focus on, and how should they teach? These are some of the things discussed in this week's show. The post Episode #12 – Rethinking How We Do Children’s Bible Classes appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #11 – Should We Be Loyal to a Particular Congregation?
August 31, 2015 10:39 - 36 minutes - 42.4 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam Dominguez, James Sumners, and Wes McAdams discuss the question, "Should we be loyal to a particular congregation?" When we have conflicts in the church, is it pleasing to God for us to move to another congregation? How can we keep from being "church-hoppers"? The post Episode #11 – Should We Be Loyal to a Particular Congregation? appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #10 – Do We Really Enjoy Obeying God?
August 24, 2015 10:12 - 22 minutes - 25.6 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Sam Dominguez, James Sumners, and Wes McAdams discuss obeying God. What motivates our obedience to God? Do we really enjoy obeying? Do we really want to obey? Our obedience should come from the "overflow." Is that what motivates your obedience? The post Episode #10 – Do We Really Enjoy Obeying God? appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #9 – Christian Friendships Among Women
August 17, 2015 11:40 - 27 minutes - 31.5 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Shayla Sumners, Tonya McElyea, Arly Dominguez, and Hollee McAdams discuss some of the benefits and struggles they've experienced building and maintaining friendships with other Christian women. The post Episode #9 – Christian Friendships Among Women appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #8 – What is the Christian’s Obligation to the Poor?
August 10, 2015 03:22 - 32 minutes - 37.1 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast, Mike Bonner, Sam Dominguez, James Sumners, and Wes talk about the Christian's obligation to the poor and those in need in various ways. What is the Christian's obligation in regards to benevolence, generosity, charity, and giving? What does God expect? What should motivate our generosity? Are we really bringing glory to God by the way we share with those in need? The post Episode #8 – What is the Christian’s Obligation to the Poor? appeared first on...
Episode #7 – Putting God First
August 03, 2015 13:27 - 34 minutes - 39.4 MBIn this episode of the CrossTalk podcast Wes, Sam, and James discuss what it really means to put God first. How can you know if you're putting God first? Is it a matter of priorities? Is it a matter of balance? This discussion might surprise you. The post Episode #7 – Putting God First appeared first on Radically Christian.
Episode #6 – Silence of the Scriptures [Podcast]
July 27, 2015 13:45 - 29 minutes - 34.6 MBWes, Sam, and James discuss a recent voicemail that was left concerning "the silence of the Scriptures." When we believe God's word says nothing on a particular activity or behavior does it give us permission to precede as we wish or is silence prohibitive? The post Episode #6 – Silence of the Scriptures [Podcast] appeared first on Radically Christian.
CrossTalk Episode 005 – Repentance [Podcast]
July 20, 2015 03:02 - 31 minutes - 36.7 MBIn this episode of CrossTalk, Wes McAdams and Ron McElyea, one of the elders at Baker Heights church of Christ, discuss what Christian repentance is all about. What does it mean to repent? Is repentance a one-time thing? Why do we struggle so much with repentance? The post CrossTalk Episode 005 – Repentance [Podcast] appeared first on Radically Christian.
CrossTalk Episode 004 – Follow Me As I Follow Christ [Podcast]
July 13, 2015 13:36 - 27 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode Wes and Sam talk with Mike Bonner, the preacher for the Fifth and Grape congregation in Abilene about Paul's instructions to follow him as he followed Christ (1 Corinthians 11:1). How could Paul make such a bold statement. Should Christians today make the same statement? Can we really say to someone, "Follow me as I follow Christ"? Does that mean we think we're perfect? The post CrossTalk Episode 004 – Follow Me As I Follow Christ [Podcast] appeared first on Radically Christ...
CrossTalk Episode 003 – The Christian’s Conscience [Podcast]
July 06, 2015 12:30 - 30 minutes - 34.9 MBIn this episode Wes, Sam, and James discuss the Christian's conscience. What is our conscience? Do we all have one? How come some people have a guilty conscience about certain behaviors and other people don't? Should we really listen to our conscience? The post CrossTalk Episode 003 – The Christian’s Conscience [Podcast] appeared first on Radically Christian.
CrossTalk Episode 002 – Ransacking the Bible [Podcast]
July 03, 2015 14:45 - 29 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode Wes McAdams, Sam Dominguez, and James Sumners discuss a blog post by Fred Dominguez entitled, "A Ransacked Bible." What does it mean to "ransack" the Bible and why should more people be doing exactly that? The post CrossTalk Episode 002 – Ransacking the Bible [Podcast] appeared first on Radically Christian.
CrossTalk Episode 001 – Spiritual Jealousy [Podcast]
June 24, 2015 20:37 - 26 minutes - 30.8 MBIn this episode Wes McAdams, Sam Dominguez, and James Sumners discuss how they sometimes feel jealous of other Christians for reasons such as: Greater Bible knowledge, parenting success, teaching and preaching skills, etc. The post CrossTalk Episode 001 – Spiritual Jealousy [Podcast] appeared first on Radically Christian.