Vintage Truth Podcast
488 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 110 ratingsThe Vintage Truth Podcast is the audio broadcast ministry of Best-Selling Author and Bible Teacher Jeff Kinley.
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Episode 484: Episode 484 - Grieving the Holy Spirit
July 10, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBWhat does Scripture mean by "grieving the Holy Spirit?" How does this happen, and what can we do to avoid it? Jeff explains in today's Vintage Truth message.
Episode 483: Episode 483 - The Power of an Encouraging Word
July 03, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23 MBOne of the most spiritual things we can do for another person is to speak a word of edification. In this message, Jeff explains Paul's exhortation to build up the body of Christ and how we can contribute to a brother or sister's spiritual growth with our speech. We must never underestimate how impactful and life changing a good word can be in the life of another.
Episode 482: Episode 482 - How to Be "Clothes-Minded"
May 30, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBPaul describes how a believer should "dress" his character and actions in the Body of Christ.
Episode 481: Episode 481 - Overcoming the Sin Nature
May 23, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBWe all know the world is dark and depraved, but unfortunately so are our own hearts. So how can we, as believers, rise above the worldly thinking and values of our culture while simultaneously deny our sinful thoughts and die to our own ungodly desires? Listen and watch to find out.
Episode 480: Episode 480 - A New Way of Thinking
May 17, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.7 MBWhat's the basic difference between how the unsaved and believers process thought and reality? How can we understand just why people in the world think and act the way they do? The answer is in Ephesians 4, and it may surprise you.
Episode 479: Episode 479 - The Beautiful Body of Christ
May 08, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBWhat is the role of truth in the family of God? And how does love interact with it? And when believers individually pursue the building up of one another, how does that actually cause spiritual growth? Jeff explains how all of this makes the body of Christ (the church) truly beautiful.
Episode 478: Episode 478 - Paul's Prescription for Spiritual Maturity
May 02, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBWhat are the causes and effects of spiritual maturity in your life as a Christian? What does it look like? From Ephesians 4, Jeff unpacks the beauty and strength of spiritual growth!
Episode 477: Episode 477 - What Makes a Great Pastor?
April 25, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.7 MBWhat is a pastor's primary job? What is his calling from God? Is it to fundraise? To Emcee? To visit sick people? To be an interesting, entertaining speaker? To bring people to salvation? Or is it something else? Fortunately, the Apostle Paul clears up the confusion for us in this week's Vintage Truth Episode!
Episode 476: Episode 476 - Biblical Unity in the Body of Christ
April 17, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24 MBWhat is unity? What does it mean to be "united in Christ?" What do we have in common? What does every believer possess that uniquely and eternally bonds him with his brothers and sisters? Jeff explains in this week's episode from Ephesians 4.
Episode 475: Episode 475 - Walking Worthy of Your Calling
April 10, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.3 MBPaul spends three chapters in Ephesians explaining what God has done for us and how privileged we are to be children of the Most High God. Not a single command. Just soak in the blessings and believe. Now, in Chapter 4, he gives us the first command, helping us translate doctrine into daily devotion to Jesus.
Episode 474: Episode 474 - Special Edition Podcast
April 02, 2024 00:00 - 16 minutes - 13.9 MBIn this abbreviated Episode, Jeff shares critical, up-to-date information regarding the next step in his ministry and how you can pray and participate. Plus, how we can model Paul's relationship to the First-Century Roman believers. Don't miss this episode! Then go to jeffkinley.com.
Episode 473: Episode 473 - A Prayer to Pray and a God Who is Able
March 29, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.6 MBHow can we pray "spiritual prayers" for those we love? How can we know what God wants us to pray for one another? And just how "able" is God to answer your prayers, no matter what they may be? Prepare to have your mind blown in this week's episode!
Episode 472: The Confidence and Strength You Need for the Life You Live!
March 22, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.6 MBHow can we approach God with a proper sense of confidence? What attitude should we have? And how do we truly become stronger in our faith? Is there a secret? Jeff explains in this week's program.
Episode 471: Episode 471 - God's Special Secret
March 13, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.7 MBFor centuries, God had a mystery, hidden from prophets and even the pages of Scripture. It's a secret so profound that no one could have understood or anticipated it. So, what is this divine mystery? Jeff explains from Ephesians 3 in today's podcast.
Episode 470: Episode 470 - Walls, Bridges, and Citizenship
March 08, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24 MBWith all the debate about border walls in America, the Bible tells us about a Great Wall that once existed between Jews and Gentiles. But what was that wall for? How was it torn down? And what practical difference does that make in your life today? Jeff explains from Ephesians 2.
Episode 469: Episode 469 - The "Born Identity"
February 28, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.9 MBBecause of our preoccupation with life here on earth, we can often forget the heavenly realities concerning who we are and how we stand before the Father. This leads only to defeat, discouragement, and at best, mediocrity. From Ephesians 2, Jeff unpacks how your rebirth in Christ affects your view of self, God, and life.
Episode 468: Episode 468 - From the Graveyard to Grace: The Miracle of Your Salvation
February 15, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.3 MBIs it really biblical to say that God accepts a person "just as you are?" Or is there an element of truth to that saying? Is there something God requires of us prior to allowing us into His family? Is there anything we can do? What exactly does the Bible say about our "pre-Christ" condition? And does God have to first change us in order for us to be accepted by Him? Find out in today's episode!
Episode 467: Episode 467 - What "Every Knees Shall Bow" Really Means
February 08, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24 MBThe power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to us each day for living and overcoming life's struggles. And this same Jesus has been exalted to the right hand of the Father, where all things are put in subjection under His feet. As Ruler over all and Head of the Church, every person who has ever lived will one day fall before Him in acknowledgement of His sovereignty and in worship of Him as Savior. Paul gives us insight into what that means.
Episode 466: Episode 466 - How to Be a "Wide-Eyed" Christian
February 02, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24 MBThe apostle Paul prayed an incredible prayer for his Ephesian brothers and sisters - that the "eyes of their heart may be enlightened" (1:18). But what does that mean? What is the "spirit of wisdom" and "revelation" he also prayed they would receive? And how does all this intersect with your life today? Listen in and find out!
Episode 465: Episode 465 - The Incredible Blessing of the Holy Spirit
January 24, 2024 00:00 - 29 minutes - 24.4 MBJesus sent the Holy Spirit to dwell within all believers, beginning at Pentecost, and for us, at the moment of our salvation. But when you find out why, and what the Spirit does for us, it will blow your mind. And this is just one of His many ministries! Hold on. You're about to be BLESSED!
Episode 464: Episode 464 - Grace, Blessings, the Glory of God . . . and YOU
January 18, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24 MBAccording to Ephesians 1, there is an unbreakable link between the abundant spiritual riches you received at salvation and the limitless grace and eternal glory of God. Join Jeff as we dig together into this treasure chest of blessings that is your birthright in Christ!
Episode 463: Episode 263 - The Father's First Blessing to You
January 12, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBLet's study Ephesians together! The Epistle to the Ephesians has been called the "Treasure Chest of the New Testament," primarily because of all the riches in Christ given to us at salvation. Jeff begins this series by diving into eternity past to uncover a decision made by God that forever changed your destiny! Don't miss this treasure!
Episode 463: Episode 463 - The Father's First Blessing to You
January 12, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.3 MBLet's study Ephesians together! The Epistle to the Ephesians has been called the "Treasure Chest of the New Testament," primarily because of all the riches in Christ given to us at salvation. Jeff begins this series by diving into eternity past to uncover a decision made by God that forever changed your destiny! Don't miss this treasure!
Episode 462: Episode 462 - Four Things That Never Change . . . Ever
January 04, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBThe world is changing. Culture is changing. Governments are fickle. Our hearts and lives are in flux. But there are some things that will never change. And it's these things upon which we must build our lives. Here are four unchangeable truths about God and His commitment to you. Enjoy.
Episode 462: Episode - Four Things That Never Change . . . Ever
January 04, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBThe world is changing. Culture is changing. Governments are fickle. Our hearts and lives are in flux. But there are some things that will never change. And it's these things upon which we must build our lives. Here are four unchangeable truths about God and His commitment to you. Enjoy.
Episode 461: Episode 461 - What Jesus Really Wants
December 20, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBIn the closing words of His high priestly prayer to the Father, Jesus reveals His deep desire concerning you. And what He says will totally blow you away.
Episode 460: Episode 460 - Authentic Biblical Unity
December 14, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.4 MBWhat does it mean to be unified in the faith? What did Jesus mean when He prayed that we would be "one?" Are we to simply cast aside all our differences and beliefs and rally around "unity?" Or is there a deeper biblical meaning and mandate here? Jeff explains from John 17.
Episode 459: Episode 459 - How to Think about God
November 17, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.9 MBHave you ever paused to consider how much you actually think about the Lord? And when you do, what do you think? What principles guide your thoughts? And how do those thoughts help bring you closer to Jesus? In this episode, Jeff offers five unique ways we can focus our minds on the Master.
Episode 458: Episode 457 - The Sanctified Savior
November 09, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MBIn what sense was Jesus "sanctified?" In what way did He need to be? What does it mean to say He "laid aside some of His heavenly privileges? Jeff explains in today's broadcast.
Episode 457: Episode 456 - Your Divine Commission
November 02, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBDid you know that Jesus prayed for you on the night before he was crucified? And in that prayer, packed with rich truths and deep theology, He asks the Father to send His disciples into the world in the same way that He had been sent by the Father. But what does that mean? Get ready to hear about your Divine Commission!
Episode 456: Episode 455 - Jesus Wants You "Sanctified"
October 26, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.8 MBChances are you haven't used the word 'sanctified' in a conversation recently. And yet God uses it repeatedly throughout the New Testament. So what exactly did Jesus mean when He prayed to the Father that you would be "sanctified in the truth?" Why is sanctification so critical to our faith? What part does the Trinity play in this process? And how does it practically happen in our daily lives?
Episode 455: Episode 454 - Aliens from Another World?
October 19, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.3 MBThere's a lot of talk today about UFO's and alien beings. And while there is plenty of confusion, misinformation, and conspiracy theories regarding this sci-fi subject, you may be surprised to discover that the Bible actually does talk about aliens...only the alien is YOU. As believers in Jesus, we are portrayed as "aliens and strangers" on planet earth. But what does that really mean? In this episode, Jeff unpacks Jesus' prayer to the Father, when He says that we are "not of this w...
Episode 454: Episode 454 - Special Edition: How to Pray for Israel
October 09, 2023 00:00 - 31 minutes - 26.8 MBWith a massive invasion of terrorists into Israel, a state of war has been declared. But what can we make of all this? How long will this war last? How bad will it get? Is it prophetic in any way? What can we know for sure from Scripture? And how can we pray biblically during these volatile and confusing times? Here's some guidance from Jeff.
Episode 454: Episode 453 - Being Kept from the Evil One - Part 1
October 05, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBOur enemy is strong, cunning, deceptive, and powerful. Jesus called him the "ruler of this world." Paul labelled him as the "god of this world," evidenced by the fact that his fingerprints are everywhere in culture and humanity. But he also exercises great influence in the church and in believers' lives. So how do we understand his dominion, and how can we guard ourselves against him? Jeff explains from John 17.
Episode 452: Episode 452 - What It Means to "Be in the World"
September 28, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.2 MBAs believers, we are obviously "in" this world, but like our Lord, we are not "of" it. So, since that's true, how do we navigate the tension of living in a wicked culture and in the midst of perilous, prophetic times? How can we adopt a healthy mindset regarding our role and involvement with culture and non-Christians. Jeff explains from John 17.
Episode 451: Episode 451 - Why We REALLY Need the Bible Today
September 21, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.1 MBIn the final night before His crucifixion, Jesus poured out His heart to the Father. In that prayer, He expresses the accomplishment of having given the Father's Word to his disciples. But what exactly did that mean? What "Word" did He give? How much of it did they get? And what effect did it have on their lives? In this episode, Jeff explains the critical importance of the Bible for present-day disciples living in the end times.
Episode 450: Episode 450 - Jesus and Life's Three Biggest Questions
September 13, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.6 MBIn His high priestly prayer, Jesus makes a bold claim before the Father, and in doing so reveals to us a great deal about who He is, His mission, and His eternal objective.
Episode 449: Episode 449 - Jesus Keeps His Own
September 05, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.3 MBWhat does it mean to be "kept" by Jesus? And why are His disciples His highest priority? Jesus' prayer in John 17 gives us the answers in this week's podcast.
Episode 448: Episode 448 - The #1 Goal of the Christian Life
August 29, 2023 00:00 - 27 minutes - 22.9 MBIn the "Real" Lord's Prayer, Jesus reveals His heart concerning both His relationship to the Father and His mission to the disciples. What did he want them to believe? What did He want them to know? And did He succeed in His mission?
Episode 447: Episode 447 - The Real "Lord's Prayer"
August 22, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.7 MBWhat if you could know exactly what Jesus was thinking and feeling on the night before He was crucified? What was on His mind? WHO was on His mind? That's what John 17 uncovers for us. In His prayer to the Father, Jesus not only pours out His heart, but also reveals a wealth of theology and truth.
Episode 446: Episode 446 - The Genesis War - Genesis and Science
August 03, 2023 00:00 - 26 minutes - 22.8 MBMany who claim to believe in the Bible also say it cannot be trusted when it comes to science. That, they say, should be left to the "experts" (aka secular scientists). But is that fair to God? If God is perfect and His Bible inerrant, wouldn't we expect Him to also be accurate when speaking about scientific facts? And is it possible that the Bible has more to say about science than we originally thought?
Episode 445: Episode 445 - The Genesis War: Is the Genesis Account Literal?
July 27, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.6 MBDid God mean for us to take the Genesis narrative literally? Did He really create the world in 6, 24-hour days? Or is it merely symbolic. And what does all this have to do with your faith, and the rest of the Bible? What are the implications? Just how important is this issue??
Episode 444: Episode 444 - The Genesis War: Fossils, Faith, & Fact
July 14, 2023 00:00 - 32 minutes - 26.9 MBFor over a century, mankind has been fed a steady diet of fake news regarding the origins of humankind. But what may surprise you is just how much of their evolutionary narrative is simply made up lies. In this podcast, Jeff exposes the lies of evolutionary "evidence," while at the same time providing biblical reasons why the oxymoronic "Theistic Evolution" is also a grand deception. In other words, can a Christian believe in evolution?
Episode 443: Episode 443 - The Genesis War
July 06, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.4 MBThe Bible is under attack from all sides, and even from within the Church itself. But among the most critical battlegrounds in this war is the very first book of Scripture - Genesis. Can the creation account be trusted? Or is it simply a "metaphorical narrative?" At stake here is the Christian faith itself. For if the Bible cannot be trusted, how can we be sure anything we read in its pages is true? Jeff begins this informative series that will strengthen your faith in the Word of G...
Episode 442: Episode 442 - The Curse of Casual Christianity
June 25, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24.2 MBAs the world darkens and evil strengthens, the temptation is to weaken and give in and give up in defeat. But desperate days demand devoted disciples. Now is not the time to hold back or shrink back. Jesus is looking for those who will follow Him with a whole heart and not slouch and slumber their way to the finish line. And in John 6, He shows us how.
Episode 441: Episode 441 - How to Be Desperate for God
June 14, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 24 MBWhat does it look like to be "desperate for God?" To so be between the proverbial "rock and a hard place" that unless God shows up, it's "game over" for you? This week's message explores a marginalized woman's one chance to connect with Jesus on behalf of her daughter. It's a story that may move you to tears, but will for sure inspire you towards exercising great faith in God!
Episode 440: Episode 440 - Why It's a Really Bad Idea to be Proud
June 07, 2023 00:00 - 29 minutes - 24.9 MBAs America unapologetically celebrates "Pride Month," Jeff takes a deep dive into this sin of pride, what God says about it, where it ultimately leads, and how we can overcome it.
Episode 439: Episode 439 - Jesus and the Storm
June 02, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 23.5 MBStorms come. Winds blow. Waves crash against your boat. But Jesus is asleep. Or at least it seems He is. So what do we do when God seems silent in our storm? How do we navigate the winds and the waves in life that God just won't calm? And how should we respond when He does?
Episode 438: Episode 438 - The Righteousness of God
May 26, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBHave you ever contemplated what it takes to truly satisfy God and the requirements of His righteousness? And what does this truth tell us about who God is and how we should worship Him?
Episode 437: Episode 437 - God's Sovereignty in Our Salvation, Suffering, and Over Our Sin
May 17, 2023 00:00 - 29 minutes - 24 MBWhen contemplating God's infinite ability, sometimes our minds can become disoriented in the thin air of the "theological stratosphere." In this episode, Jeff breaks down some lofty truths, helping us understand how practical God's great sovereignty really is!