It’s Holy Week and the Bible Savvy Podcast team explores John 18 when, on the last night of Jesus’ life, he shows his strength, not with violence, but in submission to God’s plan. Jesus chose us. Have a “Hey Clayton” question about the book of John? Email questions@biblesavvy.com Want more context for the book of …
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In John 15, during the final week of his life, Jesus gathers his disciples at the last supper for one final time of teaching. The Bible Savvy Podcast team unpacks his call to stay connected to him and what that means for our lives today. Have a “Hey Clayton” question about the book of John? …
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What is Jesus worth? In this week’s reading in John 12, that Mary’s bold act of devotion to Jesus reminds Pastors David, Clayton and guest Daniel Small that Jesus is worth more than our most prized possessions. Check out the Faith at Work Podcast and Audio Prayer Guides at ccclife.org/faithatwork. Want more context for the …
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The Bible Savvy Podcast team welcomes Ben Chambers, Christ Community’s Senior Director of Outreach. Together, they explore John 9, where Jesus heals a man born blind, yet opposition grows as many struggle to believe the miracle right in front of them. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos …
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In John 6, Jesus feeds five thousand and walks on water, yet the crowd still struggles to believe. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores how Jesus challenges the crowd to look beyond the miracles to himself as the Bread of Life and what it means to truly trust in him. Want more context for the …
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On this bonus episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastor Clayton sits down with Pastor Daniel Small, host of the Faith at Work Podcast, to tackle some of your thought-provoking questions—this time from the books of 1–2 Samuel. Did God want Israel to have a king? Why was Saul punished but David shown mercy? What’s …
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The Bible Savvy Podcast team welcomes Gabby and Guillermo Morales, Christ Community Church’s Nicaraguan ministry partners. Together, they explore the call of John 4 to share the gospel with anyone thirsting for the living water only Jesus provides. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John …
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As Lent begins, the Bible Savvy Podcast team reflects on John 1:19–40 where John the Baptist repeatedly points away from himself and toward Jesus, challenging us to consider how we point others to Christ, and not ourselves. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – …
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In 2 Samuel 15, David’s son Absalom quietly undermines the king’s authority as he positions himself for power. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores how issues left unchecked can grow, spiral, and reshape everything. Looking to better understand the books of 1 and 2 Samuel? You can find Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill …
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The Bible Savvy Podcast team wrestles with 2 Samuel 13, a difficult passage that exposes the impacts of generational sin and the importance of having the courage and wisdom to do the right thing. Please note, this conversation does touch on themes of sexual assault and violence, which may be difficult for some listeners. Looking …
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Friendship, grief, and grace. In this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team digs into 2 Samuel 1, exploring themes of loyalty, lament, and honoring those with messy stories. Looking for more context? Check out the Bible Project video on 2 Samuel and Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold.
In a live recording of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastors Clayton, Courtney, and David discuss a story where David has the chance to kill Saul, who has been hunting him down, but chooses to spare him. Why would David do this? This story will show us how the kingdom comes not by grasping for it, …
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Be careful what you ask for! The Bible Savvy Podcast explores the challenging lessons of 1 Samuel 12. Samuel’s response to the peoples’ cry for a human king reminds us to surrender our desires to God. Want more on 1 & 2 Samuel? Check out Pastor Clayton’s interview with Old Testament scholar Bill Arnold available …
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In this bonus episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastor Clayton interviews Dr. Bill Arnold, Paul S. Amos Professor of Old Testament Interpretation at Asbury Theological Seminary. Dr. Arnold, a leading Old Testament scholar and author of the NIV commentary on the books of 1 and 2 Samuel, provides important context and insight to help …
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God is speaking…are you ready to listen? The Bible Savvy team dives into 1 Samuel 3. Samuel’s surprising encounter with God reminds us to be open to God’s voice. Are you new to Bible reading? Check out the ‘Getting Started with the Bible’ self-paced online course here. Craving more context? Click to watch the Bible …
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