Author Archives: Tim Gauger

The Bible Savvy Team reviews what to look for when studying the Bible with the COMMA method and practices making those observations in the minor prophet book of Nahum.

The Bible Savvy team welcomes guest Ben Chambers, Christ Community’s Senior Director of Outreach, to explore Micah 6’s indictment of Judah and themes of justice and repentance. Want more context for Micah? Watch the Bible Project video here. Interested in serving with a local Community Impact partner? Check them out here.  

The Bible Savvy team dives into Hosea. How do you best understand the minor prophets and God’s words to Ephraim, the northern tribe of Israel?

This week, we’re reading the Old Testament book of Amos, a minor prophet who called out the Northern Kingdom of Israel for their comfort and injustice related to their wealth.  

We’re reading 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 to explore how suffering grows our faith, the hope of Christ’s return, and the importance of praying for persecuted Christ followers.   Resources: Find the Voice of the Martyrs prayer guide here and watch the Bible Project video.

Living in the dark? In this episode, the team unpacks 1 Thessalonians 4 to explore how future hope transforms grief–and what it means for believers to live in the light.

How do we read the letters of Paul? Pastor Clayton interviews Dr. Nijay Gupta, a New Testament professor at Northern Seminary and author of several books on the New Testament including three books on the writings of the apostle Paul.

What does it mean to put on the armor of God? The Bible Savvy Podcast reads Ephesians 6 and discusses what is needed to stand against an enemy that is not flesh and blood.

Chosen and redeemed. In this episode, the Bible Savvy team dives into Ephesians 1:1–14, exploring our unshakeable identity in Christ, the inheritance that comes from divine adoption, and the incredible truth that we bring immense joy to God. More 1 & 2 Kings resources: Bonus interview with Dr. David Lamb: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLskIjlp7u6ijCczYET4iKtLU8PX5IOsve Pastor Clayton’s 1 & …

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In 2 Kings 17, the Lord is angry with Israel and removes them from his presence. It reads like an obituary–the end of a story with a resonating theme that God is patient and just. More 1 & 2 Kings resources: Bonus interview with Dr. David Lamb: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLskIjlp7u6ijCczYET4iKtLU8PX5IOsve Pastor Clayton’s 1 & 2 Kings workshop. Watch …

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Ever felt stuck trying to turn your best spiritual intentions into real growth? Dive into 2 Kings 12 with the Bible Savvy Podcast to discover why mentorship, accountability, and a personal connection with God are essential for a living faith.   More 1 & 2 Kings resources: Bonus interview with Dr. David Lamb: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLskIjlp7u6ijCczYET4iKtLU8PX5IOsve Pastor …

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2 Kings is a wild Old Testament book and the events of chapters 6 and 7 are no exception. Within the strange events, doubt, and desperation we see abundance, God’s justice, and a picture of community. More 1 & 2 Kings resources: Bonus interview with Dr. David Lamb: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLskIjlp7u6ijCczYET4iKtLU8PX5IOsve Pastor Clayton’s 1 & 2 Kings …

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What do you do in desperation? As we see in 2 Kings 3, some blame, seek, or turn away from God. The Bible Savvy looks at a tricky passage to see how God’s heart is moved by the faithful–but acts even when we aren’t faithful. More 1 & 2 Kings resources: Bonus interview with Dr. …

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1 Kings 21 is a stark warning to leaders, exposing how power and greed breeds injustice. In this episode, the team explores the vital lesson to listen to truth-tellers. More 1 & 2 Kings resources: Bonus interview with Dr. David Lamb: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLskIjlp7u6ijCczYET4iKtLU8PX5IOsve Pastor Clayton’s 1 & 2 Kings workshop. Watch the Bible Project video on …

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