BibleQuest Talk-Show | Live Q&A at BibleQuest.tv
549 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 11 ratingsEvery Tuesday @ 2:00pm ET and Wednesday @ 3:00pm ET, BibleQuest panelists discuss a variety of Bible topics available through live streaming. Streaming is available via Youtube and Facebook. Each program is also recorded for viewing videos on demand, or through Podcast downloads. Visit BibleQuest.org for more information and where available.
The program discussion is based on only what the Bible reveals, and letting the Bible interpret itself without our interference. During the live webcast panelists can take questions and comments from the audience. Questions and topic suggestions can also be submitted in advance by going to BibleQuest.org. Each webcast/podcast aims at being engaging, informative and educational and could be fun.
The Tuesday panelists are Scott Smelser, Jonathan Saddler, Dan Bunting and Justin Dobbs. The Wednesday panelists are Jeff Smelser, Joe Works and Chase Byers.
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Roles of men and women
September 29, 2020 20:37 - 54 minutes - 101 MB1 Timothy chapter 2 starts with instructions for particular prayers and for men to pray with holy hands and ends with instructions for women with regards to their role. Challenging passages for our modern day world views. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
They don't know what they're talking about
September 27, 2020 17:00 - 47 minutes - 86.9 MBThere are a lot of things people say about the bible in an effort to belittle or discredit the bible. Many things people claim that are in bible are in fact not really in the bible. For example people talk about the apple that Adam and Eve ate, or that Mary Magdalene was a prostitute, or other false claims. Yet they will make such statements without really knowing what they're talking about. The Panelists will unpack some of the popular claims, and compare them with what is actually in the bo...
The Holy Spirit
September 26, 2020 14:00 - 52 minutes - 98.5 MBPart 2 of the discussion surrounding the Holy Spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gift of the Holy Spirit
September 24, 2020 13:23 - 46 minutes - 86.8 MBA BibleQuest.org viewer asked, "Could you explain what 'gift of the Holy Spirit' means in Acts 2:38. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In Jesus' Name
September 18, 2020 22:00 - 47 minutes - 88.7 MBWhy do we end prayers with, "In Jesus' name, amen," if there isn't any example of that ending within the Bible? Obviously it appears to be a world wide standard among Christians. So where did it come from, is there any merit or reason to end our prayers like that, and is it a requirement that we do? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Sinner's Prayer
September 15, 2020 14:51 - 46 minutes - 85.4 MBA discussion of the popular notion that one can simply say a prayer and be saved. The question is: Where is there any example of this in the Bible? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Philippians 4 - Contentment In Every Circumstance
September 06, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 82.6 MBHow can anyone be content and not anxious about the circumstances we find ourselves in today. Covid-19, civil unrest plus division in so many sectors of society. Not to mention that this is all happening during a presidential election cycle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Open Forum Tuesday
September 01, 2020 20:27 - 46 minutes - 85.7 MBOpen questions from the audience on any bible subject or topic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Philippians - Chapter 3
August 30, 2020 17:00 - 46 minutes - 85.1 MBPhilippians Part 5 - “Chapter 3” The high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Paul addresses the influence of the Judaizing teachers, and emphasizes that righteousness is in Christ, not in circumcision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Cor 15 - Misconceptions about the Resurrection
August 25, 2020 21:03 - 48 minutes - 36.4 MBThere are at least 3 or 4 misconceptions about the resurrection that some have today, that 1 Corinthians chapter 15 does not support. The apostle Paul was dealing with similar. if not the same, misconceptions in the first century. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Suffering Servant of Isaiah 53
August 23, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 84.1 MBWho is the suffering servant that is described in Isaiah 53? Some say that it is the Nation of Israel. Some say it's the Messiah. The BibleQuest Panelists let the Scripture itself provide the answer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Philippians - part 3
August 18, 2020 20:54 - 45 minutes - 83.5 MBStarting in Philippians 1:18 the apostle Paul rejoices about his life as he lives for Christ. But at the same time he finds it hard to choose between two realities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jesus is Found in the Old Testament
August 11, 2020 21:20 - 48 minutes - 89.6 MBJesus is clearly found in the Old Testament. More than just a few characters in the Old Testament have incredible similarities that go beyond coincidence. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Philippians - Part 2
August 06, 2020 17:49 - 44 minutes - 82.7 MBIn Part 2 of their study of Philippians, the Panelists talk about fellowship as defined in the bible, as compared to how modern religionists define it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Philippians
August 02, 2020 17:00 - 41 minutes - 75.9 MBThe Panelists look at a few of the keywords such as saints, overseers or bishops, and what their true meanings are as used in Philipians chapter 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Noah's Global Flood
July 28, 2020 21:19 - 50 minutes - 93.6 MBDid the Global Flood, as described in Genesis actually occur? The Panelists discuss the record, the history and why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The purpose and reason we work.
July 16, 2020 13:00 - 50 minutes - 93.8 MBIs the need to work a biblical principal? Purpose and roles of men and women in the realm of working. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Societal Decay Part 2
July 14, 2020 12:15 - 45 minutes - 85.1 MBThe BibleQuest Panelist look deeper into American societal decay, particular how the entertainment industry plays an important role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Societal Decay
July 07, 2020 22:34 - 45 minutes - 84.9 MBHow much has our society devolved over the past 50 years, is the topic the Panelists talk about today. Not only how much has changed but the reasons for the change are talked about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Partiality
June 28, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 84 MBEveryone is guilty of partiality, even though we may not realize it or admit it. And it doesn't matter what social, political or economic class one is in. Partiality is an equal opportunity behavioral characteristic that is a source of many of our issues. The Bible identifies it and has the only solution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What about Satan?
June 21, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 84.4 MBIs Satan a real being or is he just the personifaction of evil? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What about angels - Part 2
June 19, 2020 21:12 - 44 minutes - 82.3 MBIn What About Angels - Part 2 we talk about who, what, and where are angels. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bible Translations
June 16, 2020 20:03 - 45 minutes - 84.4 MBThere are many bible translations, but some think that only the King James Version is the right one we should use. And some have even said that all others are corrupted versions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Heaven and Paradise
June 09, 2020 19:44 - 45 minutes - 84.2 MBIs Heaven and Paradise the same thing or same place? Where is it, or are they, and when are they? Very intriguing questions for sure. The Panelist attempt to answer these questions based on what the bible actually says. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Angels
June 07, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 83.2 MBWho and what are angels? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Something a leper can teach us
June 03, 2020 12:48 - 45 minutes - 83.9 MBWhat lessons can we possible learn from a leper? Apparently we can learn a lot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Playing the Hypocrite
May 28, 2020 19:28 - 45 minutes - 84.1 MBThe origins of the word hypocrite are very interesting. Today the word is often used within a moral or religious setting. We've all heard someone say, 'Those people are all a bunch of hypocrites, and I don't want to have anything to do with them.' In fact Jesus accused religious leaders of his day of being hypocrites. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Working in The Kingdom
May 24, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 84 MBAs a Christian and part of the Body of Christ, God put us in a specific place. How do I figure out what my place in the Body is? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Obeying or disobeying our government
May 19, 2020 22:31 - 49 minutes - 91.9 MBWhen should we obey or disobey the government? But the bigger question is how should we treat our brethren during this COVID-19 crisis when we have differing views? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Vine and The Branches
May 17, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 84.4 MBThe Vine and the Branches: Who, or what, are the branches that can be cut off from the vine? The Panelists discuss the error of Once Saved Always Saved doctrine. The bible defines and explains how we do have Eternal Security in Jesus Christ, but many denominations don't teach this biblical truth. Ref: John 15:1-12; Romans 8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Writings Outside the Bible
May 12, 2020 21:28 - 46 minutes - 87.2 MBWhat about the documents written before the time of Christ, or even after the time of Christ, that were never accepted as part of the Bible? The Panelists discuss the validity of such documents and contrast them to the bible. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Parables of Jesus - Mark 4
May 10, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 84.1 MBWhy did Jesus speak in parables? He gives us the answer in Mark 4, as well as in Matthew 13, after he tells and explains the parable of the sower. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nehemiah and Ezra
May 05, 2020 23:05 - 46 minutes - 86.3 MBConnections between Nehemiah and Ezra. This is after the captivity, and now heading back to the land, the people begin rebuilding the temple. But not everything goes well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Just the way I am
May 03, 2020 17:00 - 47 minutes - 88 MBSome people teach that Jesus will love you just the way you are. In other words you don't have to do a thing, or change anything in your life. Is that what Jesus taught, or is that human reasoning? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Consider them, then consider Him
April 30, 2020 14:29 - 45 minutes - 85.5 MBWhen we consider the hero's of Hebrews chapter 11, it causes us to consider Jesus Christ in an interesting way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Psalm 107
April 21, 2020 20:12 - 51 minutes - 35 MBPsalm 107 describes four different situations of distress that any of us can find ourselves in at one time or another. The Psalmist then describes the solution that God offers to all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
During Paul's Trial: Righteousness, self-control and judgement
April 19, 2020 17:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBA summary of the apostle Paul's defense that he made during his trial before Governor Felix. He talks about righteousness, self-control and the judgement to come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Author and Date of Luke and Acts
April 14, 2020 21:06 - 50 minutes - 33.9 MBSome critics question authorship and the date of when the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts were written. Using external and internal evidence the Panelists offer the answer of who and when. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The ABG's of Psalm 119
April 12, 2020 18:00 - 45 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this webcast the Panelists discuss Psalm 119 and the interesting Hebrew Poetic device that is used. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A difficult passage 1 Peter:3-18-22
April 10, 2020 18:58 - 46 minutes - 31 MBLast week was an introduction to this difficult passage from Peter. Today's webcast explores the various conclusions that people make as to what it means when Peter said Christ went in the Spirit to proclaim to the spirits in heaven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Big Dinner - Luke 14:16-24
April 05, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 30.2 MBWhat kind of excuses do we make that keep us from coming to the Lord. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
1 Peter - an introduction to a difficult passage
March 31, 2020 19:49 - 44 minutes - 31.3 MB1 Peter 3 contains a somewhat difficult passage. This week the Panelists introduce the subject by looking at an overview and the opening chapters of the letter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Earthquakes & coronavirus - are these signs of the End Times?
March 29, 2020 17:00 - 44 minutes - 29.9 MBWith increased recent earthquakes, coronavirus, etc., people are asking if these are signs of the end times. Is this what the book of Revelation and Matthew 24 talking about? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Looking at Joseph
March 26, 2020 16:00 - 44 minutes - 29.4 MBJoseph was Jacob’s favorite son and it may appear that Joseph was arrogant or he was just being honest when telling his brothers about his dreams. This is a story of trials, and abandonment to slavery and imprisonment. Involved in circumstances out of his control and yet Joseph remains faithful to God no matter where he finds himself. His rise to power and an elevated position shows God’s hand in all of this for one purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Disappointing times, but you are not alone.
March 22, 2020 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.5 MBAll of a sudden we're living in disappointing and changing times. We're no longer able to carry out plans or activities we were counting on or expecting to do. All of this happening by circumstances outside of our control, but we're not alone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Blasphemy against the Holy Spirit
March 20, 2020 14:00 - 47 minutes - 31 MBWhat is Jesus teaching when he said blasphemy against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven? The Panelists dissect this challenging passage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Elijah and John the Baptist
March 19, 2020 13:53 - 45 minutes - 30.4 MBThere's a connection between the prophet Elijah and the New Testament prophet John the Baptist. Jesus identified John in a sense as Elijah, but John said he wasn't Elijah when asked by the Pharisees. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Atheist to a disciple of Christ
March 11, 2020 11:59 - 46 minutes - 29.2 MBAs an arrogant atheist, several years ago Carl Ballard set out to prove the bible was not true. In other words a hoax. In today's podcast Carl shares an amazing story of a transformation from atheist to an evangelist for Christ. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who is the dead man in Romans 7?
March 03, 2020 20:25 - 41 minutes - 27.5 MBRomans 7 and 8 are challenging chapters. Who is the dead man in chapter 7 and who is the man in chapter 8? Is the same man or two different individuals? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What is the sin leading to death?
February 25, 2020 20:19 - 47 minutes - 31.2 MBThe bible talks about a sin leading unto death and a sin not leading unto death. What is meant by that, and what is or are such sins? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.