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In this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team explores Acts 8:26-40, where God leads Philip to share the Gospel with an Ethiopian eunuch–revealing how creatively he works to fulfill his purpose.  Have you watched the Bible Project videos on Acts? Find them here: Part 1 & Part 2 Are you new to Bible reading? Watch the self-paced online course, “Getting Started with the Bible.”

Bible Savvy explores Acts 4, unpacking the clash between the early church and religious leaders. Are you new to Bible reading? Check out the ‘Getting Started with the Bible’ online course at youtube.com/@biblesavvy. Want to watch Pastor Clayton’s interview with Dr. Blomberg about the historical evidence for the resurrection of Jesus? You can find it at ccclife.org/resurrection.

On this bonus episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastor Clayton sits down with Pastor Daniel Small, host of the Faith at Work Podcast, to tackle some of your thought-provoking questions—this time in the Gospel of John. Why is the Gospel of John so different from Matthew, Mark, and Luke? Why does John use harsh language? Did the people Jesus spoke to take his imagery literally? And many more questions. Have a question for a future episode? Email [email protected].

In John 21, the risen Jesus meets his disciples and speaks with Peter, who had denied even knowing him. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores what this means for our failures and how Jesus meets us there with grace. Have a “Hey Clayton” question about the book of John? Email [email protected] Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

It’s Holy Week and the Bible Savvy Podcast team explores John 18 when, on the last night of Jesus’ life, he shows his strength, not with violence, but in submission to God’s plan. Jesus chose us. Have a “Hey Clayton” question about the book of John? Email [email protected] Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

In John 15, during the final week of his life, Jesus gathers his disciples at the last supper for one final time of teaching. The Bible Savvy Podcast team unpacks his call to stay connected to him and what that means for our lives today. Have a “Hey Clayton” question about the book of John? Email [email protected] Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

What is Jesus worth? In this week’s reading in John 12, that Mary’s bold act of devotion to Jesus reminds Pastors David, Clayton and guest Daniel Small that Jesus is worth more than our most prized possessions. Check out the Faith at Work Podcast and Audio Prayer Guides at ccclife.org/faithatwork. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

The Bible Savvy Podcast team welcomes Ben Chambers, Christ Community’s Senior Director of Outreach. Together, they explore John 9, where Jesus heals a man born blind, yet opposition grows as many struggle to believe the miracle right in front of them. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

In John 6, Jesus feeds five thousand and walks on water, yet the crowd still struggles to believe. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores how Jesus challenges the crowd to look beyond the miracles to himself as the Bread of Life and what it means to truly trust in him. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

On this bonus episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, Pastor Clayton sits down with Pastor Daniel Small, host of the Faith at Work Podcast, to tackle some of your thought-provoking questions—this time from the books of 1–2 Samuel. Did God want Israel to have a king? Why was Saul punished but David shown mercy? What’s with polygamy in the Bible? Did David love Jonathan romantically? Was Bathsheba a victim? Did God send an evil spirit on Saul? And many more questions. Have a question for a future episode? Email [email protected].

The Bible Savvy Podcast team welcomes Gabby and Guillermo Morales, Christ Community Church’s Nicaraguan ministry partners. Together, they explore the call of John 4 to share the gospel with anyone thirsting for the living water only Jesus provides. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2 Want to learn how you can join a GO Team? Check out upcoming trips at ccclife.org/go.

As Lent begins, the Bible Savvy Podcast team reflects on John 1:19–40 where John the Baptist repeatedly points away from himself and toward Jesus, challenging us to consider how we point others to Christ, and not ourselves. Want more context for the book of John? Check out the Bible Project videos found here: John – Part 1 | John – Part 2

In 2 Samuel 15, David’s son Absalom quietly undermines the king’s authority as he positions himself for power. The Bible Savvy Podcast team explores how issues left unchecked can grow, spiral, and reshape everything. Looking to better understand the books of 1 and 2 Samuel? You can find Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold here.

The Bible Savvy Podcast team wrestles with 2 Samuel 13, a difficult passage that exposes the impacts of generational sin and the importance of having the courage and wisdom to do the right thing. Please note, this conversation does touch on themes of sexual assault and violence, which may be difficult for some listeners. Looking to better understand the books of 1 and 2 Samuel? You can find Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold here.

Friendship, grief, and grace. In this episode of the Bible Savvy Podcast, the team digs into 2 Samuel 1, exploring themes of loyalty, lament, and honoring those with messy stories. Looking for more context? Check out the Bible Project video on 2 Samuel and Pastor Clayton’s interview with Bible scholar Bill Arnold.