Opening The Bible
Religion & Spirituality
About
A weekly podcast containing Biblical Preaching from Open Bible Church, Chesterton, Indiana. You may contact us at: openthebible.com
Episodes
- Order Authority & God's Design -1Timothy 2:7-15
This episode of Opening The Bible discusses biblical views on motherhood and family issues, referencing 1 Timothy 2:7-15. Pastor Larry shares insights relevant to contemporary challenges.
- The Reach of God’s Heart- and Ours - I Timothy 2:1-6
On this episode of Opening the Bible, Pastor Larry shares insights on enhancing prayer life and praying more effectively, referencing I Timothy 2:1-6.
- Grace Greater than our Sin - 1Timothy 1:12-20
On Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry discusses how the true believer in Jesus remains secure in salvation, even when discouraged by sin.
- Guarding the Truth in a World of Noise - 1Timothy 1:3-11
On Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry explores 1 Timothy, focusing on Paul's teachings about maintaining truth amidst distractions in a noisy world.
- Why Do You Seek the Living Among the Dead? - Luke 24:1-12
Pastor Larry explores the human tendency to seek accomplishments that prove disappointing. The episode examines the incorrect expectations of those who visited the empty tomb.
- So What? How the Resurrection Impacts Your Life Today - Luke 24:1-12
This episode addresses the question of how Jesus' resurrection impacts our lives today. Wayne explains the significance and importance of the resurrection, referencing Luke 24:1-12.
- A Charge to the Church
Pastor Larry starts a new series on Paul's First Epistle to Timothy with the episode "A Charge to the Church."
- Why We Need Each Other: The Power of Life Together - Acts 2:42
This episode, "Why We Need Each Other: The Power of Life Together," from the podcast "Opening The Bible," discusses how The Local Church is intended to be a vibrant community that engages people more than just one to three times a week, dr…
- God's Message For Greater Faith From the Bones of Joseph - Hebrews 11:22
Bob teaches from Hebrews 11:22 about the Old Testament's Joseph, explaining how his final instructions regarding his burial in Egypt were considered by God to be a great act of faith.
- Standing Firm in a Wobbly World - Romans 16:25-27
Pastor Larry concludes Paul's Epistle to Romans with the message "Standing Firm in a Wobbly World," using Romans 16:25-27 to advise listeners on how to cope with a world that feels out of control.
- How to Become Spiritually Stable - Romans 16:17-23
Pastor Larry concludes a year-long study of Romans with a sermon on achieving spiritual stability, referencing Romans 16:17-23.
- The Gospel Builds a Different Kind of Family - Romans 16:1-16
This episode of Opening The Bible, featuring Pastor Larry, explores the concept of a church family. It contrasts this with the idea of a church merely as a public spectator event, emphasizing the desired atmosphere within a local congregat…
- The Power of the Table - Luke 22:14-20
In this episode of Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry explains the purpose behind Jesus instituting the Lord's Supper Table, as described in Luke 22:14-20.
- A Mission Ambition - Romans 15:30-33
This episode of Opening The Bible discusses the Apostle Paul's mission and ambition, examining the distinction between personal desires and divine will as presented in Romans 15:30-33.
- Filled to the Brim - Romans 15:8-33
Pastor continues the study of Romans, explaining how Christians can avoid serving God in their own strength and feeling depleted. The episode references Romans 15:8-33, using the analogy of running out of gas.
- Living With People is the Hard Part - Romans 15:1-7
Pastor Larry discusses Romans 15:1-7 from "Opening The Bible," explaining how Christians can cultivate genuine love for one another, not just tolerance, for Christ's sake.
- Unity in Diversity - Romans 14:13-23
In this episode of Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry explores Romans 14:13-23. The discussion, based on the Apostle Paul's teachings, centers on the discernment Christians need regarding when to assert their beliefs and when to exercise rest…
- Living Under One Lord
This episode of Opening The Bible features Pastor Larry addressing how to interact with Christians who hold different beliefs, using insights from the Book of Romans.
- The Promise Fulfilled - Matthew 2:1-12
Pastor Larry concludes the Christmas series by exploring Christmas as an evangelistic opportunity, referencing Matthew 2:1-12.
- The Promise Delivered - Luke 2:1-20
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- The Promise Prepared
This episode discusses the significance of the Virgin Birth, with Bob explaining how an angel proclaimed and clarified this doctrine.
- The Promise Foretold
The podcast episode 'The Promise Foretold' from 'Opening The Bible' explores listener goals for the Christmas season.
- Gratitude That Stands - 138
This Thanksgiving episode of Opening The Bible is titled 'Gratitude That Stands'.
- The Debt that Never Gets Paid Off - Romans 13:8-14
In this episode of Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry discusses Romans 13:8-14, continuing the study in the Epistle to the Romans.
- How to Live like a Citizen of Heaven in America Today - Romans 13:1-7
In this episode of Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry explores the Bible's perspective on government and our duties towards it, based on Romans 13:1-7. The discussion focuses on understanding God's expectations for citizens in America today.
- Love in Action - Using Your Gifts to Bless the Church and Change the World - Romans 12:9-21
This episode explores why Christians are tempted to perform their service for God insincerely, referencing the teachings in Romans 12:9-21.
- Grace-Gifts for a Broken World - Romans 12:3-6
This episode of Opening The Bible, focusing on Romans 12:3-6, discusses the spiritual gifts Jesus provides through believers to impact a broken world.
- A Living Sacrifice in a Conforming World - Romans 12:1-2
Pastor Larry delves into Romans 12:1-2, examining the reasoning behind offering ourselves as a living sacrifice to a Merciful God.
- The Wonder of God's Wisdom - Romans 11:25-36
This episode of Opening The Bible, titled "The Wonder of God's Wisdom - Romans 11:25-36," delves into the inscrutable wisdom of God. It suggests that fully comprehending God may lead to a surprise, referencing the biblical passage.
- Grace Grafted In - Standing Strong in God's Plan - Romans 11:11-25
Pastor Larry discusses God's ongoing plan for Israel and the church, addressing whether God is finished with the nation of Israel based on Romans 11:11-25.
- Gods Simple Plan of Salvation - Romans 10:5-21
Pastor Larry continues his series in Paul's Epistle to the Romans, addressing the question of how to get to Heaven by examining Romans 10:5-21.
- When the Work is Done But God Isn't Finished - Nehemiah 6:15-16
This episode from Open Bible Church, titled 'When the Work is Done But God Isn't Finished,' explores Nehemiah 6:15-16. It celebrates God's glory and His continuous work.
- Zeal Without Knowledge - Romans 10:1-4
Pastor Larry discusses the meaning of "Zeal without Knowledge" from Romans 10:1-4, likening it to dedicating effort to a task that is ultimately performed incorrectly.
- How to Dwell in Gods Presence While Not Trying to Impress Him - Psalm 15
Bob explains from Psalm 15 how to dwell in God's presence, addressing the question of whether a checklist of qualities is necessary to enter His presence.
- Tripping Over the Cornerstone - Romans 9:30-33
This episode explores why Jesus offends human pride and self-effort, referencing the biblical passage Romans 9:30-33.
- God's Plan - God's Choice - God's Glory, Part 2 - Romans 9:14-29
This episode of Opening The Bible, featuring Pastor Larry, addresses the theological debate between Arminianism and Calvinism, drawing insights from Romans 9:14-29.
- God's Plan - God's Choice - God's Glory Part 1 - Romans 9:1-29
On this episode of Opening The Bible, Pastor Larry begins a multi-part series on Romans 9, 10, and 11. He explains the shift from Romans 8 to 9, referencing verses 9:1-29.
- Four Anchors for the Storm: Living with Unshakable Confidence - Romans 8:31-39
Pastor Larry finishes Romans chapter 8, addressing the tendency for Christians to forget God's protection and provision. The episode emphasizes God's immense power and provision, drawing from the Apostle Paul's teachings.
- From Shackles to Sonship - Romans 8:12-17
Pastor Larry explores Romans 8:12-17, focusing on God as our Abba Father. The episode highlights God's promise to be a perfect Father, contrasting with experiences of ungodly fathers.
- How Your Life-in the Spirit-Sets You Free - Romans 8:1-11
Wayne discusses Romans 8:1-11, focusing on the freedom from condemnation available to believers through the life in the Spirit. The episode addresses lingering influences that may cause a sense of condemnation.
- The Struggle is Real - Romans 7:7-25
This episode of Opening The Bible features Pastor Larry discussing Paul's struggles with sin, referencing his writings in Romans 7:7-25.
- Free At Last: Dead to the Law; Alive Unto Christ - Romans 7:1-6
Pastor Larry explains Romans 7:1-6, addressing the paradox of needing to 'die' to the law to be truly 'alive' in Christ. The episode delves into this theological concept using the provided scripture.
- Whose Slave are You?
This episode of Opening The Bible, featuring Pastor Larry, addresses the question of whether Jesus' payment for sin allows for continued sinning. It also explores what God expects from believers after salvation.
- So What? How the Resurrection of Jesus Impacts Your Life Today
Wayne discusses Apostle Paul's concept of being dead to sin yet alive unto God. This episode explores how the resurrection of Jesus has a direct impact on our lives today.
- How to Reverently Celebrate The Lord's Supper. - 1Corinthians 11:17-32
Elder Jared explains the true purpose and meaning of the Lord's Supper, referencing 1 Corinthians 11:17-32. The episode discusses whether the Lord's Supper provides a "Special Grace."
- One Man Ruined - One Man Restored It - Romans 5:12-21
This episode of Opening The Bible covers Romans 5:12-21, where Pastor Larry compares the first man who brought sin and death to humanity with Jesus, who offers righteousness and eternal life.
- Hope That Shouts in a Noisy World - Romans 5:1-11
Pastor Larry explains that when facing struggles, our hope should be placed in God's all-powerful nature, referencing Romans 5:1-11.
- When Faith Seems Impossible - Romans 4:16-25
This episode of Opening The Bible discusses what to do when God's promises seem impossible. Pastor Larry uses Romans 4:16-25 to explain how faith in God's promises is ultimately unbreakable.
- How You Can Be Justified With God - Romans 4:1-16
This episode of Opening The Bible explores how individuals can achieve justification with God, using the biblical figure Abraham as a case study to explain whether salvation comes through works or grace, referencing Romans 4:1-16.
- Turning Our Sin Upside Down - Romans 3:21-31
This episode of Opening The Bible discusses Romans 3:21-31, where Pastor Larry explains how sin is fully paid for according to the Bible and addresses whether a person can be considered righteous before God through adherence to the law.