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In Matthew 1, Sam and Will walk through why the Gospel starts with Jesus’ genealogy, and why that “list of names” matters for real life. You will hear what it means that Jesus is called the Son of David and the Son of Abraham, and how those titles point to God’s promises and a kingdom that reaches all nations. They highlight how God works through messy, broken family stories, including outsiders and women named in the genealogy (like Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and the wife of Uriah). The episode also explains Matthew’s “14 generations” pattern (including a discussion of gematria) and how Matthew is emphasizing David. Then they move into the birth of Jesus, Joseph’s mercy, the virgin birth, and why Jesus came to save people from their sins. If you feel disqualified by your past, this is a reminder that God is not ashamed to bring grace into real, complicated lives. If this helped you understand Matthew 1, share it with a friend who is new to the Bible.
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro: The Bible Show begins
00:01:46 - Starting Matthew 1: Why a genealogy?
00:02:15 - Genealogy explained: Why Matthew begins with names
00:04:04 - Jesus Christ: What the titles mean
00:06:33 - Son of Abraham: Blessing for all nations
00:12:06 - “Genealogy” and Genesis: A new beginning theme
00:18:42 - Messy family stories: God’s faithfulness through sin
00:24:20 - Rahab and Ruth: Outsiders included in Jesus’ line
00:30:10 - Kings and exile: A spiritual and moral train wreck
00:43:55 - “14 generations”: Why Matthew repeats the pattern
00:48:50 - Birth of Jesus: Joseph, Mary, and Jesus’ mission
00:59:59 - Why Jesus came: Saving people from their sins
01:03:03 - Closing prayer and final encouragement

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This episode of The Bible Show continues after the Ten Commandments by walking through Exodus 20 to 23 and explaining why the “civil laws” can feel difficult and confusing for modern readers. Sam and Will talk about the fear of the Lord (reverential awe), why God immediately gives instructions for an altar, and how the law exposes our need for atonement. They spend significant time discussing biblical slavery in the ancient world, especially the protections and limits God puts in place to guard the vulnerable and prevent exploitation. You will also hear how these laws point to bigger moral principles like justice, restitution, and care for the sojourner, widow, fatherless, and poor. Finally, they connect Exodus themes to the gospel, including a picture of covenant faithfulness and a striking passage about an “angel” whose name is in him. If you have ever struggled to read the Old Testament laws, this will help you slow down, look for God’s heart, and apply the moral message with humility. If this helped you, share it with someone who is curious or skeptical about the Bible’s harder passages.
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:37 - After the Ten Commandments
00:03:52 - Fear of the Lord
00:14:29 - The altar and atonement
00:26:12 - Slavery laws explained
00:47:33 - The “ear piercing” and the doorpost
01:04:06 - Justice and restitution
01:17:28 - The angel who leads and guards
01:23:53 - Closing prayer and final takeaway
01:25:09 - Outro

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*Trigger warning: this episode contains brief discussion of sexual anarchy in Ancient Roman culture. Viewer discretion is advised.

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In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will begin their first long-form walk through a New Testament book by introducing the Gospel of Matthew. They explain the difference between the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) and how John focuses on Jesus’ identity as God the Son. Before starting Matthew 1 and the genealogy, they give a beginner-friendly background to the world Jesus was born into, including foreign rule, pressure to “earn” God’s favor through obedience, and the rise of groups like Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, and Zealots. They also unpack why many first-century Jews expected a political or military Messiah, and why Jesus’ message of mercy, loving enemies, and faith was so confusing and offensive to many leaders. The episode closes by pointing forward to Matthew 1, highlighting the grace and beauty found in Jesus’ genealogy, and ending with a prayer for readers as they enter the Gospels. If you are Bible-curious or new to Christianity, follow along as they build the context that makes the Gospel story easier to understand.
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro: Starting a long-form New Testament series
00:00:54 - Website and devotionals: Where to find supporting resources
00:01:51 - The Gospels explained: Synoptic Gospels and John’s focus
00:03:44 - Why Matthew: Choosing the Gospel of Matthew for this series
00:04:25 - Why background matters: First-century Israel context before Matthew 1
00:06:09 - Matthew 1:1 preview: Genealogy language and “Christ” as a title
00:08:53 - History crash course begins: What shaped Messiah expectations
00:12:40 - Greek rule and influence: Hellenistic culture and the Septuagint
00:15:41 - Maccabean Revolt: Independence, then internal conflict and decline
00:18:02 - Pharisees and zeal: Law-keeping, foreign influence, and expectations
00:22:07 - Herod the Great: Rise to power, brutality, and why it matters in Matthew
00:30:25 - Taxes and poverty: Daily life under Roman rule and heavy burdens
00:41:45 - Jewish groups overview: Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, and Zealots
00:52:10 - Isaiah 9 and “zeal”: Why Jesus’ kingdom message shocked people
00:58:24 - Wrap-up: Next episode in Matthew 1, then closing prayer and outro

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In this episode of The Bible Show, Sam and Will finish their series on the Ten Commandments by discussing the tenth commandment: “Do not covet.” They read Exodus 20:17 and explain coveting as a deep craving for what belongs to someone else, not just noticing something you like. The conversation looks at how coveting is connected to envy, comparison, and discontentment, and why it can be hard to spot because it happens in the heart. They also talk through Scripture passages that expose coveting and point to contentment in Christ (including James 1, John 6, Luke 18, Romans 7, and Matthew 23). You will hear practical diagnostic questions to help you identify what you feel entitled to and what might cause you to “walk away sad” from Jesus. A key takeaway is that gratitude and contentment are central to fighting covetousness in everyday life. If this helped you, share it with a friend who is learning the Ten Commandments.
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Intro: Welcome to The Bible Show
00:00:15 - Ending the Ten Commandments series
00:01:02 - Reading Exodus 20:17 (Do not covet)
00:01:57 - What does “coveting” mean?
00:02:34 - Wanting vs. coveting (compulsive longing)
00:03:12 - The Greek word Epithumeo (desire/craving)
00:03:42 - A picture of desire in ancient Greek thought
00:05:24 - Why this shows up in stories and culture
00:07:55 - Deuteronomy’s wording and the heart issue
00:10:00 - Proverbs 21: craving without labor
00:10:48 - James 1: desire leading to sin
00:12:12 - Good ambition vs. sinful coveting
00:14:50 - Common categories people covet
00:19:55 - Where coveting can lead if unchecked
00:26:31 - God judges the heart (the Lord looks on the heart)
00:28:34 - Nobody is immune to coveting
00:34:10 - John 6: seeking Jesus for bread, not for Jesus
00:37:48 - The rich young ruler (Luke 18) and the heart test
00:42:42 - Romans 7: coveting exposes sin in the heart
00:45:56 - Matthew 23: cleaning the outside vs. the inside
00:54:55 - Contentment and gratitude as the opposite of coveting
00:55:58 - Philippians 4: learning the secret of contentment
00:01:02:10 - “Our hearts are restless” and redirecting desire
00:01:06:53 - Closing prayer and final encouragements

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In this episode of The Bible Show Daily, we walk through Ephesians 2:4–7 and focus on the powerful words “but God.” You’ll hear how God’s mercy and love meet us even when we were “dead in our trespasses,” and why salvation is a gift of grace, not something we earn. The conversation connects this theme to other “but God” moments in Scripture, and highlights the joy of God in the picture of the lost sheep being carried home rejoicing. We also talk about what it means to be united with Christ, including being raised with Him and seated with Him, and how that reshapes your identity and security. There’s also a brief announcement about pausing the daily episodes and moving toward longer-form Old Testament and Gospel content. If you’ve been feeling shame, insecurity, or stuck in your circumstances, let this passage re-center you on God’s kindness and grace in Christ. If this helped you, share it with someone who is Bible-curious or new to following Jesus.
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Welcome: The Bible Show intro
00:00:21 - Announcement + today’s passage (Ephesians 2)
00:01:27 - Pausing the daily episodes and moving to long-form content
00:02:11 - Reading Ephesians 2:4–7
00:02:40 - “But God” and salvation by grace (not earned)
00:04:21 - “But God” moments across Scripture (Noah, Joseph, Exodus, and more)
00:07:00 - The lost sheep: God’s joy when sinners repent
00:09:37 - United with Christ: identity, security, and being “seated with Him”
00:12:12 - Takeaway: preach this truth to yourself and live from this identity
00:13:40 - Prayer and closing encouragement

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#NewChristian #BibleCurious #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #Ephesians2 #ButGod #Grace #Mercy #Gospel #UnitedWithChrist #IdentityInChrist #LostSheep #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #SalvationByGrace