7/18 Jeremiah 36 - Rebellious Fasting
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Lately there's been a lot of talk about the health benefits of "fasting," yet fasting to know God has been around for millennia. For some people, however, fasting is a way to get God to do something they want. Today we'll look at a passage that records this second kind of fasting and how it was more about rebellion than seeking God. Join us! 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:...
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7/17 Jeremiah 33 - God's Unbreakable New Covenant
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A key truth all believers need to know is that God will not break His covenant with us. It's permanent and eternal. Today we'll look at Jeremiah 33 and unpack how this eternal covenant relates to Christ as King and us as His servants. Join us in another challenging but vital study in God's Word! 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...
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7/16 Reflections on John Macarthur's Ministry
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John Macarthur, one of the most significant Bible teachers of our time passed away on July 14th, 2025. In this episode, Pastor Russ reflects on the impact that John Macarthur has had one his own life, and the church of our day. Join us for a special episode reflecting on a godly man who faithfully taught the Word of God. 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: ....
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7/15 Jeremiah 31* - Diving into The New Covenant
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Jeremiah 31 needs to be on everyone's short list of "Most Important Chapters of the Bible". In fact, if we don't understand the teaching in this chapter, we'll likely struggle to understand many passages in the the New Testament. So, please join us in this study of this super-important chapter of God's Word to us! 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...
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7/14 Jeremiah 30 - Key End Times Prophecies
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The End Times is a challenging but fascinating aspect of the Bible and today we dive into a passage that is much debated... but hopefully we'll bring some clarity out of the confusion and help all of us have a better understanding of God's plans for His people. Join us! 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"...
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7/13 Jeremiah 29 - Words of Comfort and Hope
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Jeremiah 29 contains some of the Bible's most famous words of comfort and hope. In today's podcast, we learn the context that surrounds these words and we'll see just how inspiring they are for those who live their lives in light of these promises. Join us! 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...
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7/12 Jeremiah 25 - A Key Prophecy Given & Fulfilled
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God's Word is filled with specific and verifiable prophecies. One of them is found in Jeremiah 25 when the Lord tells His people they will go into exile for 70 years. Join us as we unpack what this prophecy meant, plus we'll look at when it started and when it ended. 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...
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7/11 Jeremiah 23 - A Warning to Unfaithful Shepherds and False Prophets
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One thing that completely angers the Lord is the teaching of False Prophets. Today we'll study Jeremiah 23 and see another prophecy of the Messiah that is set against the backdrop of myriads of false shepherds and false teachers. Join us in this important study in Jeremiah 23! 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 awarded #10 on the list of the...
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7/5 Jeremiah 22 - The True Savior and the False Prophets
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Sometimes our struggle to know God is rooted in not joining Him where He is. Today, in our study of Jeremiah 22, we'll learn about the things we can pursue to know God better; plus we'll pursue an amazing prophecy fulfilled by Jesus. Join us in today's podcast! 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: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible...
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7/3 Jeremiah 17 - DON'T Follow Your Heart!
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One of the most common sayings in the world today is: "Just follow your heart." Today we look at Jeremiah 17 where the Lord tells us our heart is sick and deceptive and that we should NOT listen to our heart. Join us in this study of Jeremiah 17! 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: . As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to...
info_outlineFasting is one of the more mysterious aspects of walking with God. Yet God gives us clear instructions about what a true fast looks like, and it's probably not what we'd expect. Today we look at Isaiah 58 which unpacks God's clear purposes for this important aspect of spiritual life. Join us!
DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS:
1. When you think of the spiritual discipline of fasting, what comes to mind? Have you ever fasted? If so, why? What for? How did you do it?
2. According to verse 1, what is the general subject matter of this message for God’s people? What is Isaiah to declare to the people?
3. The podcast warned that verse 2 is tricky to understand unless we notice that word “as”. What does the word “as” indicate? Why is this key to understanding why (in verse 3) they are not seeing “results” from their spiritual deeds?
4. These people were “fasting” but in the wrong way. Why were they fasting in verse 4? Why would that be a problem? How do people still fast in these ways today?
5. What is the right way to “fast” in verses 5-7? Why is this true fasting? Given what you know about fasting, is this a surprise? In light of these teachings, would you say that fasting is to seek God to align your will with these pursuits? Why or why not?
6. What promises does the Lord give in verses 9-11? How would you describe or characterize these blessings? Why does proper fasting ensure these kinds of blessings?
7. In verse 12, what kind of society will this kind of fasting produce? How do you think “fasting” factors into this kind of reform?
8. Looking over verse 13, what kind of attitude ought they to have for the sabbath? What does this kind of attitude demonstrate? How is this different from the predominant attitude they had towards the sabbath? When they have these kinds of attitudes, what kinds of blessings will they receive in verse 14?
9. How has this chapter changed your understanding of fasting? What is its purpose? What does it accomplish?
10. Think over the next few weeks in your life. Is there a time when you can apply these principles to your own life and “fast” in the way that we see in Isaiah 58?
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