9/17 John 10* - The Divine Shephard
Key Chapters of the Bible
Is Jesus God? Is He the Jewish Messiah? Why did He come? What did He mean when He says that He, Himself, is the Good Shephard? Join us today in our study John 10 and learn about how Jesus is the Good Shepherd who leads us to pastures of abundant life!
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9/15 John 7 - Joy to the World!
Key Chapters of the Bible
The message of the entire Bible is God's offer of salvation to the world. Join us today as we dive into John 7 and see how the Feast of Tabernacles was an offer to all people to come and drink from the living waters of salvation!
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9/12 John 6* - God's Sovereignty Over Our Salvation
Key Chapters of the Bible
The message of the Bible is the message of God's love for the world. Today, as we study John 4, we'll see God's love for the world as Jesus brings the Gospel to the people of Samaria. Join us in this important study on Global Outreach and God's Mission.
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9/11 John 4* - Jesus' Invitation to the World
Key Chapters of the Bible
The message of the Bible is the message of God's love for the world. Today, as we study John 4, we'll see God's love for the world as Jesus brings the Gospel to the people of Samaria. Join us in this important study on Global Outreach and God's Mission.
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9/10 John 3* - When We're Born Again
Key Chapters of the Bible
Today we study John 3 and the most famous verse in all of scripture: John 3:16. We'll see what this powerful chapter has to tell us about the amazing work of salvation that God does in our lives. Join us!
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9/9 John* 1 - Jesus, Our God
Key Chapters of the Bible
John 1 is one of the most beautiful and profound passages ever written in the entire history of the world. Today we look at what John 1 says and how it shows us the deity of Jesus as our God and King and Savior. Join us!
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9/8 Matthew 28* - The Resurrection Explained
Key Chapters of the Bible
One of the most profound truths in all of scripture is that of the resurrection. Today, we study Matthew 28 to understand Christ's resurrection and how it relates to our lives today. Plus, we'll look at Christ's commission to His disciples and how we're to continue carrying His message to the world around us. Join us!
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9/5 Matthew 27 - The Profound Cross of Christ
Key Chapters of the Bible
The cross of Christ is one of the most profound events in all of history, and today we look at Matthew 27 and try to understand more about this amazing act of love that secures our redemption for eternity. Join us!
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9/4 Mathew 26* - Finally! The New Covenant Is Inaugurated!
Key Chapters of the Bible
For the past 9 months, we have been looking forward to the arrival of the New Covenant! Well, today it has arrived and we will look at how and when Jesus established this covenant during the Last Supper. Join us as we study this Key Chapter!
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9/3 Matthew 25* - Waiting for Christ's Return
Key Chapters of the Bible
Our Lord has told us that we must wait faithfully for His return and today we unpack what we're supposed to do during this time. Join us as we consider this extremely important chapter that has a direct bearing on our eternal joy. Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: . Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: Itunes: YouTube: . In 2025, we were added to the "Best 100 Bible Podcasts" list from . We are grateful to be...
info_outlineBeing "ransomed by the Lord" is a key truth we need to know and understand. Likewise, we need to understand why we need to be gathering with God's people in prayer. For that matter, we need to have a handle on everything in Exodus 30, so join us in another study in the Key Chapters of the Bible!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. Quick review… what was the dimensions of the Tabernacle? How many rooms did it have? What were the rooms called?
2. If you walked into the Tabernacle, you’d see three pieces of furniture. To the left was the golden lamp that burned continually. To the right was the golden table with 12 loaves of bread. What would be straight ahead against the veil in the back of the room? What other piece of furniture in the next room over, was near to this item? What did the podcast suggest was the reason for the location of these two items?
3. Why was it important that the altar of incense be consecrated to God? Why was it necessary to perform this ceremony every year? How does Hebrews 9:6-14 help us understand our permanent consecration that we have in and by Christ?
4. What was burned on this altar? If this was continually burning, what would this room be filled with? In light of Psalm 141:2 and Revelation 8:3, what did this symbolize?
5. When we think of the altar of incense’s proximity to the ark’s (right next to it, though separated by the veil); what does this point to in regards to God’s presence and fellowship with His people? How does this help us see the unique value of God’s people gathering together to pray before the Lord? How does this shed light on Matthew 18:20 which says that “where two or three are gathered together in My name, I am in their midst“?
6. Verses 34-38 give us the recipe for this incense which includes frankincense. Where is does frankincense later appear in the Bible (hint: Matthew 2:11)? How does the fact that it’s used in worship of God here in Exodus 30 help us understand Jesus’ deity in Matthew 2:11?
7. What was the Bronze Laver for? Who was to use it? What did it teach the people? What would happen to those who ignored this instruction in verse 21?
8. What was a key ingredient to the holy anointing oil that’s mentioned in verses 22 to 33? Where was this also used? What was the purpose of this holy anointing oil? Could it be used for any old purpose?
9. What was the meaning of the term “ransom” in verses 11 to 16? Who was it paid for and who was it paid to?
10. What is the meaning of the term “are numbered” that’s translated in the NIV as “each one who crosses over”? How does this help us understand that this payment is made by all who “cross over” into becoming one of God’s people in covenant with Him? Was it free to “cross over”? If not, what was paid for these people?
11. Over in Matthew 17:27, only Jesus and Peter paid the temple tax (or ransom payment). What might this tell us about the age of the rest of the disciples?
12. As New Covenant Christians, what does 1st Timothy 2:6 tell us about who paid our ransom payment and how? Taking what we’ve just learned from Exodus 30 regarding the payment being made for all the men who “crossed over” to enter into covenant with God, does the “all” in 1st Timothy 2:6 mean that Jesus paid the ransom for everyone who has ever lived, or just for those who “crossed over” to enter into covenant with Jesus?
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