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The anthem of Christian identity is, “I am who YOU say I am.” When spoken to God from the believer’s heart, the powerful and encouraging words of Jesus found in John 8 are expressed from our inner man to the throne of God. Join Bryce Whittaker and Jonathan Edwards talk about identity and the Bible in this two part miniseries. Text: John 8 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+8&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The anthem of Christian identity is, “I am who YOU say I am.” When spoken to God from the believer’s heart, the powerful and encouraging words of Jesus found in John 8 are expressed from our inner man to the throne of God. Join Bryce Whittaker and Jonathan Edwards talk about identity and the Bible in this two part miniseries. Text: John 8 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+8&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible.com/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYy…Z2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. This multi-episode series takes the listener on a journey to better understand and value this wonderful book. * Doug's YouTube Sermon Series on James: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9biveDYyTA&list=PLrwKxfYuhyDelp6Q34kZU_YDZ2LCJVqvb&pp=iAQB * Doug's Commentary on James: https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/eng/ctf/james.html * Text: James1-5 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James+1&version=ESV) * Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most i

(2 of 2) In the fall of 2023, I (Jonathan) had the privilege of being interviewed by Aaron Battey (www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com) as a part of his 30-day effort to help equip Christians against pornography. Aaron graciously allowed me to repost the interview for my PSB listeners. This is a necessary and direct conversation. It is not flippant nor crass, but parents may want to listen to it before allowing little ears to hear. I leave it to you, dear listener, to use wisdom and discretion. * Links: * (1) Check out Aaron's website for the many resources he provides at: www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com * (2) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (3) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries.

(1 of 2) In the fall of 2023, I (Jonathan) had the privilege of being interviewed by Aaron Battey (www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com) as a part of his 30-day effort to help equip Christians against pornography. Aaron graciously allowed me to repost the interview for my PSB listeners. This is a necessary and direct conversation. It is not flippant nor crass, but parents may want to listen to it before allowing little ears to hear. I leave it to you, dear listener, to use wisdom and discretion. * Links: * (1) Check out Aaron's website for the many resources he provides at: www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com * (2) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (3) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries.

(2 of 2) Paul told Christians to "redeem the time" which means to buy it back, use it well, guard it wisely. Paul also got a lot done, used his time well, and said, “imitate me as I imitate Christ.” * That’s our goal. If we follow the example of Jesus, who used His time better than anyone, we’ll be able to do just that. Join guest Jeremy Hykel and Jonathan as they discuss the Scriptures around Ephesians 5:16 and the challenging discipline of redeeming time. ​ * Text: Ephesians 5:16-17 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+5&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your fa

(1 of 2) Paul told Christians to "redeem the time" which means to buy it back, use it well, guard it wisely. Paul also got a lot done, used his time well, and said, “imitate me as I imitate Christ.” * That’s our goal. If we follow the example of Jesus, who used His time better than anyone, we’ll be able to do just that. Join guest Jeremy Hykel and Jonathan as they discuss the Scriptures around Ephesians 5:16 and the challenging discipline of redeeming time. ​ * Text: Ephesians 5:16-17 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Ephesians+5&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. * (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your fa

(2 of 2) Do you know how much you benefit from prayer? The Apostle Paul knew! In seven of his fourteen NT letters, he asked (even begged) for brothers and sisters to pray for him. The Apostle Paul believed in prayer power. Prayer IS the ultimate power source because we connect with the greatest of all powers–Almighty God! We have access to great power BUT we must stay plugged in. Join Brett Hickey and Jonathan as they discuss how Christians can unleash prayer power. Text: James 4:2 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James%204&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family,

(1 of 2) Do you know how much you benefit from prayer? The Apostle Paul knew! In seven of his fourteen NT letters, he asked (even begged) for brothers and sisters to pray for him. The Apostle Paul believed in prayer power. Prayer IS the ultimate power source because we connect with the greatest of all powers–Almighty God! We have access to great power BUT we must stay plugged in. Join Brett Hickey and Jonathan as they discuss how Christians can unleash prayer power. Text: James 4:2 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=James%204&version=ESV) Links: (1) Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. (2) Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, an

In the same way that endurance runners train to transform themselves for a long distance race, so Christians ought to train for kingdom running. We don't read the Bible to check off a list, we read to be spiritually transformed. We don't pray because it's on a TO-DO list, we pray to draw nearer to God. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be a practitioner in the *discipline.* How can we do that? This miniseries is a "riff session" with Kevin Fox and Jonathan Edwards on the powerful metaphor of running and Hebrews 12. Text: Hebrews 12 Links: - Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. - Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

In the same way that endurance runners train to transform themselves for a long distance race, so Christians ought to train for kingdom running. We don't read the Bible to check off a list, we read to be spiritually transformed. We don't pray because it's on a TO-DO list, we pray to draw nearer to God. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be a practitioner in the *discipline.* How can we do that? This miniseries is a "riff session" with Kevin Fox and Jonathan Edwards on the powerful metaphor of running and Hebrews 12. Text: Hebrews 12 Links: - Help make PSB better: become a Patron at www.patreon.com/PureandSimpleBible. You’ll get some behind the scenes access to the podcast and videos, opportunities to vote for future content, and most importantly the joy of partnering and encouraging Jonathan to continue to produce pure and simple conversations about the Bible. - Get free resources for PDF download from www.pureandsimplebible/studyseries. These study books can help you, your family, and others in your life.

(2 of 2) Join Cole Branch and Jonathan discuss how covetousness can "gaslight", or mercilessly manipulate, our reality to a point where the roots of bitterness bear much fruit. How can Christians overcome? What are our desires? How can we battle covetousness and where does contentment come into play? These questions and more are answered in this mini-series.

(1 of 2) Join Cole Branch and Jonathan discuss how covetousness can "gaslight", or mercilessly manipulate, our reality to a point where the roots of bitterness bear much fruit. How can Christians overcome? What are our desires? How can we battle covetousness and where does contentment come into play? These questions and more are answered in this mini-series.

(Part 2 of 2) Elevating Jesus and encouraging faithfulness...don't you want to do that as often as you can? If life were a marathon, it would seem that these goals would be so easy at mile 1...but what about mile 20? How can we endure the race of life while running in the kingdom? Let's consider Hebrews 12 together!