This week, we start the first of a series of episodes digging deep into Jesus' first sermon. Why does he choose to go up a mountain? Why does Matthew make a point to say he "sat down"? What does it mean for us as we start our look at this life changing message?

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

In this episode Dave will look at the last two temptations of Jesus. Was Jesus really tempted to jump off the top of the temple? Does Satan really have control of the kingdoms of the earth? What do we do when Satan quotes Scripture back at us? How do we actually get rid of the enemy? Join us as we dive into the second half of Matthew's story about the temptations of Jesus.

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

In this episode, Dave will look at the first temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. Is making bread from stone a sin? Does quoting Scripture scare off the devil? What can we do when the tempter comes to attack us? we will look all these and more as we dig into the story Matthew tells.

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

Jesus comes out of the water and "immediately" is led into the wilderness. Why? What does it mean for us? In this episode, we start our journey with Jesus as he faces the wilderness and shows us the way through.

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

In this episode, Dave looks at the powerful statement beginning the ministry of Jesus. "The kingdom of heaven is at hand". what was he saying and how does it affect the lives we live today?

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

This episode explores the early life of Jesus, focusing on his birth, the significance of his baptism by John the Baptist, and the implications of these events for his ministry. The discussion emphasizes the connection between the Old and New Testaments, the role of John as a prophet, and the theological significance of Jesus' actions as he begins his mission on earth.

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

When John sits down and writes, "In the Beginning was the Word", he uses the Greek Word "Logos" for the word "Word". DId you know that this word is so full of depth and meaning to the original listeners? When they read John's introduction to his gospel, their minds would have been swirling as to what he was claiming. Listen in as Dave helps walk us through the powerful statement John makes in John 1:1.

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.

In this episode, we explore the connections between the origins of Jesus and the biblical figures of Adam and Eve, as well as Mary and Joseph. The discussion delves into the significance of the Feast of Sukkot and the genealogy of Jesus, emphasizing themes of protection, acceptance of God's will, and the symbolism of light and renewal in the context of faith.

Hebrews 5 describes believers who are still like infants because they are unfamiliar with the “Oracles of God,” a phrase most often connected to the Torah—the instruction God gave His people. At The Whole Testament, we recognize that many of us today are also “baby believers,” still learning the deeper truths of God’s Word. Our desire is to grow in maturity by learning to “eat” solid spiritual food.

This is the heartbeat behind our podcast. We want to engage Scripture in meaningful ways that help us grow. Some episodes offer brief reflections meant to spark fresh ways of thinking. Others take a deeper look at the Scriptures, inviting thoughtful study and reflection. Finally, we share conversations focused on how we can live out what we’ve learned by talking with people who are practicing these truths in their daily lives.

Our aim is simple: to pursue God’s Word with depth, understanding, and a desire to live it out faithfully.