ONE MORE VERSE - John Nixhttps://johnnix.org/podcasts/Wed, 05 Oct 2016 02:02:34 +0000en-USSite-Server v6.0.0-42d27d731b96af3437be955dbddf4d8a0b2eac77-316617 (http://www.squarespace.com)John NixReading Through the Bible TogethernoEric Escueericsq@gmail.comJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe One More Verse podcast is the place to hear John talk about the Bible and what our community is reading.DEATH KNELLWed, 05 Oct 2016 02:05:28 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/10/4/death-knell5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:57f45f3a725e25e4b3818755

Adam is not dealing with just an animal that he had previously named; he is dealing with greater intelligence and an adversarial relationship. The serpent uses his abilities in sinister ways. This inventor of lies begins a conversation that will bring about an unimaginable disaster.

]]>John NixAdam is not dealing with just an animal that he had previously named; he is dealing with greater intelligence and an adversarial relationship. The serpent uses his abilities in sinister ways. This inventor of lies begins a conversation that will bring about an unimaginable disaster.falseJohn NixAdam is not dealing with just an animal that he had previously named; he is dealing with greater intelligence and an adversarial relationship. The serpent uses his abilities in sinister ways. This inventor of lies begins a conversation that will bring about an unimaginable disaster.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleINCEPTIONWed, 05 Oct 2016 01:57:31 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/10/4/inception5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:57f45b3db8a79bda50fd53ae

The story begins with God. As the universe begins, there is only one character because God is the ultimate cause and reality of all things. God created all things, therefore all things have their being in God. God did not create due to loneliness. God does not need anything. God exists in perfect unity, harmony, and community. He is one in being and three in subsistence, namely the Father, Son, and Spirit. God created and creation itself is an act of love and grace.

]]>John NixThe story begins with God. As the universe begins, there is only one character because God is the ultimate cause and reality of all things. God created all things, therefore all things have their being in God. God did not create due to loneliness. God does not need anything. God exists in perfect unity, harmony, and community. He is one in being and three in subsistence, namely the Father, Son, and Spirit. God created and creation itself is an act of love and grace.falseJohn NixThe story begins with God. As the universe begins, there is only one character because God is the ultimate cause and reality of all things. God created all things, therefore all things have their being in God. God did not create due to loneliness. God does not need anything. God exists in perfect unity, harmony, and community. He is one in being and three in subsistence, namely the Father, Son, and Spirit. God created and creation itself is an act of love and grace.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleTrustworthy And TrueSat, 07 May 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/5/6/trustworthy-and-true5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:572d0bcbc6fc08291268ecd6Jesus shared our life so that we might share his life in heaven. God declares from his throne that all things have been created anew, and all who are thirsty may come and drink deeply from the spring of the water of life.

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]]>Jesus shared our life so that we might share his life in heaven. God declares from his throne that all things have been created anew, and all who are thirsty may come and drink deeply from the spring of the water of life.

]]>John Nix<p>Jesus shared our life so that we might share his life in heaven. God <strong>declares</strong> from his throne that all things have been created anew, and all who are thirsty may come and drink deeply from the spring of the water of life.</p> <p><a href="www.johnnix.org">John Nix</a></p>falseJohn NixJesus shared our life so that we might share his life in heaven. God declares from his throne that all things have been created anew, and all who are thirsty may come and drink deeply from the spring of the water of life. John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleA Tale Of Two SuppersFri, 06 May 2016 02:10:22 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/5/5/a-tale-of-two-suppers5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:572bfc7559827e42991aa8a8The king bears a sharp sword that comes out of his mouth with which he will strike the nations and rule over them. He treads the winepress of God’s wrath and fury. He will crush and trample the wicked like grapes. This is the King of kings and the Lord of lords.

]]>John NixThe king bears a sharp sword that comes out of his mouth with which he will strike the nations and rule over them. He treads the winepress of God’s wrath and fury. He will crush and trample the wicked like grapes. This is the King of kings and the Lord of lords.falseJohn NixThe king bears a sharp sword that comes out of his mouth with which he will strike the nations and rule over them. He treads the winepress of God’s wrath and fury. He will crush and trample the wicked like grapes. This is the King of kings and the Lord of lords.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleI Reprove And DisciplineThu, 05 May 2016 02:31:52 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/5/4/i-reprove-and-discipline5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:572aaf257da24f417aaec30bProsperity can be as great a threat to God’s people as adversity in spite of the fact that it is usually overlooked as an imminent threat. This church received the most severe rebuke of Christ’s letters. He issues a scathing indictment of the church’s disgusting and sickening lukewarmness.

]]>John NixProsperity can be as great a threat to God’s people as adversity in spite of the fact that it is usually overlooked as an imminent threat. This church received the most severe rebuke of Christ’s letters. He issues a scathing indictment of the church’s disgusting and sickening lukewarmness.falseJohn NixProsperity can be as great a threat to God’s people as adversity in spite of the fact that it is usually overlooked as an imminent threat. This church received the most severe rebuke of Christ’s letters. He issues a scathing indictment of the church’s disgusting and sickening lukewarmness.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleI Know Your WorksWed, 04 May 2016 03:28:39 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/5/3/i-know-your-works5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:57296b872eeb81ca3459c2d4The church at Ephesus was doing many good things, but it suffered from a serious flaw. These good deeds did not excuse the fact that they had abandoned their first love. The people were not expressing love with the same intensity and passion at the beginning.

]]>John NixThe church at Ephesus was doing many good things, but it suffered from a serious flaw. These good deeds did not excuse the fact that they had abandoned their first love. The people were not expressing love with the same intensity and passion at the beginning.falseJohn NixThe church at Ephesus was doing many good things, but it suffered from a serious flaw. These good deeds did not excuse the fact that they had abandoned their first love. The people were not expressing love with the same intensity and passion at the beginning.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleI Have The KeysTue, 03 May 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/5/2/i-have-the-keys5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5727ccc760b5e91bed8bae30Having seen the seven golden lampstands, John saw Jesus as a remarkable human figure. He saw Jesus clothed in a robe reaching to His feet, having a golden sash. Like the Ancient of Days we read about in Daniel, this glorious figure with brilliant white hair. His eyes were like a flame of fire. His voice was like the roar of many waters and in his right hand he held seven stars.

]]>John NixHaving seen the seven golden lampstands, John saw Jesus as a remarkable human figure. He saw Jesus clothed in a robe reaching to His feet, having a golden sash. Like the Ancient of Days we read about in Daniel, this glorious figure with brilliant white hair. His eyes were like a flame of fire. His voice was like the roar of many waters and in his right hand he held seven stars.falseJohn NixHaving seen the seven golden lampstands, John saw Jesus as a remarkable human figure. He saw Jesus clothed in a robe reaching to His feet, having a golden sash. Like the Ancient of Days we read about in Daniel, this glorious figure with brilliant white hair. His eyes were like a flame of fire. His voice was like the roar of many waters and in his right hand he held seven stars.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleGod Is LoveSat, 30 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/29/god-is-love5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5723db8707eaa04b685d6c7cJohn again underscores the importance of showing genuine love. Our love as an inclination finds its origin in the divine nature. The greatness of the divine love for us leaves us with an incentive to love one another. Our practice of love for one another provides evidence that God’s love for us has attained its goal.

]]>John NixJohn again underscores the importance of showing genuine love. Our love as an inclination finds its origin in the divine nature. The greatness of the divine love for us leaves us with an incentive to love one another. Our practice of love for one another provides evidence that God’s love for us has attained its goal.falseJohn NixJohn again underscores the importance of showing genuine love. Our love as an inclination finds its origin in the divine nature. The greatness of the divine love for us leaves us with an incentive to love one another. Our practice of love for one another provides evidence that God’s love for us has attained its goal.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Father Of LightsFri, 29 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/28/the-father-of-lights5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5722a42bb654f9db7db04ea0James urges his readers to count it as joy in the face of trials. Believers are not to pretend that the sufferings of this life are not real and painful. James makes the point that joy can be found in the midst of suffering and that there is purpose in suffering will be over. Wisdom and understanding are needed and God will give generously to those who ask him.

]]>John NixJames urges his readers to count it as joy in the face of trials. Believers are not to pretend that the sufferings of this life are not real and painful. James makes the point that joy can be found in the midst of suffering and that there is purpose in suffering will be over. Wisdom and understanding are needed and God will give generously to those who ask him.falseJohn NixJames urges his readers to count it as joy in the face of trials. Believers are not to pretend that the sufferings of this life are not real and painful. James makes the point that joy can be found in the midst of suffering and that there is purpose in suffering will be over. Wisdom and understanding are needed and God will give generously to those who ask him.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleLiving StonesThu, 28 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/27/living-stones5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:572118f12fe13195b008337aThe church is described as a living body, a building built on the foundation of Jesus, and as a select people. Peter was eager for God’s people to demonstrate distinctive, obedient behavior in order to convince critics of their faith. Since they are living as God’s people in a pagan world, they are called to live in such a way that the only thing they can be accused of is being honorable and doing good deeds.

]]>John NixThe church is described as a living body, a building built on the foundation of Jesus, and as a select people. Peter was eager for God’s people to demonstrate distinctive, obedient behavior in order to convince critics of their faith. Since they are living as God’s people in a pagan world, they are called to live in such a way that the only thing they can be accused of is being honorable and doing good deeds.falseJohn NixThe church is described as a living body, a building built on the foundation of Jesus, and as a select people. Peter was eager for God’s people to demonstrate distinctive, obedient behavior in order to convince critics of their faith. Since they are living as God’s people in a pagan world, they are called to live in such a way that the only thing they can be accused of is being honorable and doing good deeds.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleWe PersuadeWed, 27 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/26/we-persuade5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:571fddd3e707eb45bda301bdIn light of these truths, Paul seeks to persuade others, not by commending themselves, but because the love of Christ controls him. Christ died and was raised, and that changes everything. Paul does not see people the same way anymore. If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation because they have been reconciled to God through Christ who has also given them the ministry of reconciliation and made them his ambassadors and the secondary means of God's appeal.

]]>John NixIn light of these truths, Paul seeks to persuade others, not by commending themselves, but because the love of Christ controls him. Christ died and was raised, and that changes everything. Paul does not see people the same way anymore. If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation because they have been reconciled to God through Christ who has also given them the ministry of reconciliation and made them his ambassadors and the secondary means of God's appeal.falseJohn NixIn light of these truths, Paul seeks to persuade others, not by commending themselves, but because the love of Christ controls him. Christ died and was raised, and that changes everything. Paul does not see people the same way anymore. If anyone is in Christ, they are a new creation because they have been reconciled to God through Christ who has also given them the ministry of reconciliation and made them his ambassadors and the secondary means of God's appeal.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Greatest Of TheseTue, 26 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/25/the-greatest-of-these5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:571e9b7cd210b8548ed5ab78Paul defines some of the characteristics of Christian love so that there will not be any confusion for the church at Corinth. Paul starts with the positive attributes and then explains what is antithetical to Christian love. It is important to understand that Christian love is not some sentimental and uncontrollable emotion.

]]>John NixPaul defines some of the characteristics of Christian love so that there will not be any confusion for the church at Corinth. Paul starts with the positive attributes and then explains what is antithetical to Christian love. It is important to understand that Christian love is not some sentimental and uncontrollable emotion.falseJohn NixPaul defines some of the characteristics of Christian love so that there will not be any confusion for the church at Corinth. Paul starts with the positive attributes and then explains what is antithetical to Christian love. It is important to understand that Christian love is not some sentimental and uncontrollable emotion.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleWhether We Are Awake Or AsleepSat, 23 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/22/whether-we-are-awake-or-asleep5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:571a9f95e707ebff3073f4efThere is a great deal of curiosity, and much speculation is made concerning the time of Christ's return. Paul tells the believers that his coming will be sudden and unexpected so they are to live with an urgent expectancy concerning his return. We are called to live unto Christ, and if we give ourselves to following Christ and obeying his commands, then we will be ready when he comes for his bride.

]]>John NixThere is a great deal of curiosity, and much speculation is made concerning the time of Christ's return. Paul tells the believers that his coming will be sudden and unexpected so they are to live with an urgent expectancy concerning his return. We are called to live unto Christ, and if we give ourselves to following Christ and obeying his commands, then we will be ready when he comes for his bride.falseJohn NixThere is a great deal of curiosity, and much speculation is made concerning the time of Christ's return. Paul tells the believers that his coming will be sudden and unexpected so they are to live with an urgent expectancy concerning his return. We are called to live unto Christ, and if we give ourselves to following Christ and obeying his commands, then we will be ready when he comes for his bride.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleWise For SalvationFri, 22 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/21/wise-for-salvation5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5719582a2fe131cc95a121f5Timothy had been given a solid foundation in the Old Testament Scriptures, which he had received from his grandmother and his mother. These sacred writings made Timothy wise for salvation through faith in Jesus. The Bible has its origin in God, and it is profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness. This is the way that God equips his followers and moves them to maturity. 

]]>John NixTimothy had been given a solid foundation in the Old Testament Scriptures, which he had received from his grandmother and his mother. These sacred writings made Timothy wise for salvation through faith in Jesus. The Bible has its origin in God, and it is profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness. This is the way that God equips his followers and moves them to maturity. falseJohn NixTimothy had been given a solid foundation in the Old Testament Scriptures, which he had received from his grandmother and his mother. These sacred writings made Timothy wise for salvation through faith in Jesus. The Bible has its origin in God, and it is profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness. This is the way that God equips his followers and moves them to maturity. John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleEntrust To Faithful MenThu, 21 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/20/entrust-to-faithful-men5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5717fa4e07eaa01b2ebf20f4Timothy has already been advised to guard the deposit of truth and to be steadfast in preaching that truth in the face of any opposition he might be faced with in his ministry at Ephesus. Now, Paul urges him to pass on the truth of the gospel to the next generation. Paul is well aware that his end is drawing near, and he is considering the future as he writes to Timothy.

]]>John NixTimothy has already been advised to guard the deposit of truth and to be steadfast in preaching that truth in the face of any opposition he might be faced with in his ministry at Ephesus. Now, Paul urges him to pass on the truth of the gospel to the next generation. Paul is well aware that his end is drawing near, and he is considering the future as he writes to Timothy.falseJohn NixTimothy has already been advised to guard the deposit of truth and to be steadfast in preaching that truth in the face of any opposition he might be faced with in his ministry at Ephesus. Now, Paul urges him to pass on the truth of the gospel to the next generation. Paul is well aware that his end is drawing near, and he is considering the future as he writes to Timothy.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleGuard The DepositTue, 19 Apr 2016 23:00:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/19/guard-the-deposit5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5716b156c2ea51ff74d1bc18Paul affirms Timothy as a man of God and encourages him to look after his spiritual health. He urges him to strive for righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness. Paul tells Timothy that faith is a fight. We should remember that a life of faith is not delivered from struggle, a life of faith brings one into a life of struggle, a fight.

]]>John NixPaul affirms Timothy as a man of God and encourages him to look after his spiritual health. He urges him to strive for righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness. Paul tells Timothy that faith is a fight. We should remember that a life of faith is not delivered from struggle, a life of faith brings one into a life of struggle, a fight.falseJohn NixPaul affirms Timothy as a man of God and encourages him to look after his spiritual health. He urges him to strive for righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness. Paul tells Timothy that faith is a fight. We should remember that a life of faith is not delivered from struggle, a life of faith brings one into a life of struggle, a fight.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Mystery Of GodlinessTue, 19 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/18/the-mystery-of-godliness5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5715519645bf21fedbf7644eThese verses are not just a set of instructions on how to identify and appoint new leaders. The church at Ephesus required a radical overhaul of the church’s leadership. Some men had wandered from the truth and led others astray which necessitated that they be replaced with men of integrity who could lead the church. 

]]>John NixThese verses are not just a set of instructions on how to identify and appoint new leaders. The church at Ephesus required a radical overhaul of the church’s leadership. Some men had wandered from the truth and led others astray which necessitated that they be replaced with men of integrity who could lead the church. falseJohn NixThese verses are not just a set of instructions on how to identify and appoint new leaders. The church at Ephesus required a radical overhaul of the church’s leadership. Some men had wandered from the truth and led others astray which necessitated that they be replaced with men of integrity who could lead the church. John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BiblePreeminentSat, 16 Apr 2016 00:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/15/preeminent5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:57115fa860b5e92c3a1e23daCreation exists for Christ. Every particle and molecule in the universe is held together by Jesus, and he has dominion over all things. He is the head of the church, and he exercises his authority by the Spirit and the word. Jesus is the greatest, supreme, foremost, best, finest, and most excellent over all things.

]]>John NixCreation exists for Christ. Every particle and molecule in the universe is held together by Jesus, and he has dominion over all things. He is the head of the church, and he exercises his authority by the Spirit and the word. Jesus is the greatest, supreme, foremost, best, finest, and most excellent over all things.falseJohn NixCreation exists for Christ. Every particle and molecule in the universe is held together by Jesus, and he has dominion over all things. He is the head of the church, and he exercises his authority by the Spirit and the word. Jesus is the greatest, supreme, foremost, best, finest, and most excellent over all things.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleLearned, Received, Heard, And SeenFri, 15 Apr 2016 01:00:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/14/learned-received-heard-and-seen5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:57102c0fab48de465ef8b0e7Paul has calls these readers to follow his example as he did on previous occasions in the book of Philippians. This call to practice what has been learned, received, heard, and seen is the essence of discipleship; follow me as I follow Christ. We are called to show the world what Jesus is like by the way that we live. 

]]>John NixPaul has calls these readers to follow his example as he did on previous occasions in the book of Philippians. This call to practice what has been learned, received, heard, and seen is the essence of discipleship; follow me as I follow Christ. We are called to show the world what Jesus is like by the way that we live. falseJohn NixPaul has calls these readers to follow his example as he did on previous occasions in the book of Philippians. This call to practice what has been learned, received, heard, and seen is the essence of discipleship; follow me as I follow Christ. We are called to show the world what Jesus is like by the way that we live. John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleHave This MindThu, 14 Apr 2016 00:02:19 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/13/have-this-mind5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:570edddcab48de16ee951babThese words should render us speechless as a sense of awe and wonder envelops our hearts. Jesus did not insist upon what was rightfully his. Instead, he willingly laid aside his glory and took our humanity. Jesus never ceased to be God, but he took on our humanity becoming fully God and fully man at the same time.

]]>John NixThese words should render us speechless as a sense of awe and wonder envelops our hearts. Jesus did not insist upon what was rightfully his. Instead, he willingly laid aside his glory and took our humanity. Jesus never ceased to be God, but he took on our humanity becoming fully God and fully man at the same time.falseJohn NixThese words should render us speechless as a sense of awe and wonder envelops our hearts. Jesus did not insist upon what was rightfully his. Instead, he willingly laid aside his glory and took our humanity. Jesus never ceased to be God, but he took on our humanity becoming fully God and fully man at the same time.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleStandWed, 13 Apr 2016 03:29:56 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/12/stand5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:570dbd127c65e4f4f5a4b290Life in Christ is not some suspended state where the believer simply sits around and waits for the trip home while acquiring wealth and power. As Paul brings the letter to the Ephesians to its conclusion, he explains that war that rages in unseen places and we are involved in the conflict. Paul tells the Ephesians to be strong and stand.

]]>John NixLife in Christ is not some suspended state where the believer simply sits around and waits for the trip home while acquiring wealth and power. As Paul brings the letter to the Ephesians to its conclusion, he explains that war that rages in unseen places and we are involved in the conflict. Paul tells the Ephesians to be strong and stand.falseJohn NixLife in Christ is not some suspended state where the believer simply sits around and waits for the trip home while acquiring wealth and power. As Paul brings the letter to the Ephesians to its conclusion, he explains that war that rages in unseen places and we are involved in the conflict. Paul tells the Ephesians to be strong and stand.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleKeep In StepTue, 12 Apr 2016 03:41:59 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/4/11/keep-in-step5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:570c6db14c2f857ea18466c9Paul then juxtaposes the fruit of the Spirit with the works of the flesh. Here one finds the beauty of the work of the Spirit in the life of the believer next to the destructive works of the flesh. This fruit is the result of a rooted abiding. This fruit is not perfect immediately, but it grows over time as we abide in Jesus.

]]>John NixPaul then juxtaposes the fruit of the Spirit with the works of the flesh. Here one finds the beauty of the work of the Spirit in the life of the believer next to the destructive works of the flesh. This fruit is the result of a rooted abiding. This fruit is not perfect immediately, but it grows over time as we abide in Jesus.falseJohn NixPaul then juxtaposes the fruit of the Spirit with the works of the flesh. Here one finds the beauty of the work of the Spirit in the life of the believer next to the destructive works of the flesh. This fruit is the result of a rooted abiding. This fruit is not perfect immediately, but it grows over time as we abide in Jesus.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleBorn This DayThu, 18 Feb 2016 01:43:35 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/17/born-this-day5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56c520c4b09f959d6363f671Isn’t it interesting that when God chose to announce the birth of the Messiah to the world, he didn’t inform the wealthy political leaders of the day? Instead, God chose to tell shepherds that were tending their flocks nearby. It is likely that the sheep being tending were the ones that were used in temple sacrifices.

]]>John NixIsn’t it interesting that when God chose to announce the birth of the Messiah to the world, he didn’t inform the wealthy political leaders of the day? Instead, God chose to tell shepherds that were tending their flocks nearby. It is likely that the sheep being tending were the ones that were used in temple sacrifices.falseJohn NixIsn’t it interesting that when God chose to announce the birth of the Messiah to the world, he didn’t inform the wealthy political leaders of the day? Instead, God chose to tell shepherds that were tending their flocks nearby. It is likely that the sheep being tending were the ones that were used in temple sacrifices.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleBlessed Are You Among WomenWed, 17 Feb 2016 06:14:30 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/17/blessed-are-you-among-women5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56c40ea0f85082b4270d04c7Mary, now pregnant, goes to visit Elizabeth and upon Mary's greeting her baby begins to leap within her as she is filled with the Holy Spirit and begins to prophesy over her. Elizabeth proclaims that the mother of her Lord has come to visit her. Mary's response is to praise the Lord.

]]>John NixMary, now pregnant, goes to visit Elizabeth and upon Mary's greeting her baby begins to leap within her as she is filled with the Holy Spirit and begins to prophesy over her. Elizabeth proclaims that the mother of her Lord has come to visit her. Mary's response is to praise the Lord.falseJohn NixMary, now pregnant, goes to visit Elizabeth and upon Mary's greeting her baby begins to leap within her as she is filled with the Holy Spirit and begins to prophesy over her. Elizabeth proclaims that the mother of her Lord has come to visit her. Mary's response is to praise the Lord.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe WordTue, 16 Feb 2016 04:50:48 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/15/the-word5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56c2a9e85559862cb967b642The Gospel of John begins with words that repeat the opening words of the book of Genesis. The phrase, in the beginning, is not simply pointing out history, chronology or a timeline. No, John introduces us to the "Word" of God who is God and therefore he is eternal and was an active agent in creation of the cosmos.

]]>John NixThe Gospel of John begins with words that repeat the opening words of the book of Genesis. The phrase, in the beginning, is not simply pointing out history, chronology or a timeline. No, John introduces us to the "Word" of God who is God and therefore he is eternal and was an active agent in creation of the cosmos.falseJohn NixThe Gospel of John begins with words that repeat the opening words of the book of Genesis. The phrase, in the beginning, is not simply pointing out history, chronology or a timeline. No, John introduces us to the "Word" of God who is God and therefore he is eternal and was an active agent in creation of the cosmos.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleSudden JudgmentThu, 11 Feb 2016 03:23:20 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/10/sudden-judgment5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56bbfd5422482e7c11cdee1dThe God of judgment was nearer than any of the skeptics imagined. Malachi stressed that the coming of God would be both sure and sudden. The words suggest something shocking and unexpected, but certain.

]]>John NixThe God of judgment was nearer than any of the skeptics imagined. Malachi stressed that the coming of God would be both sure and sudden. The words suggest something shocking and unexpected, but certain.falseJohn NixThe God of judgment was nearer than any of the skeptics imagined. Malachi stressed that the coming of God would be both sure and sudden. The words suggest something shocking and unexpected, but certain.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleWearied With WordsWed, 10 Feb 2016 04:09:03 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/9/wearied-with-words5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56bab767c2ea51ee4f1e1444God was wearied of his people persisting in sin. God had demonstrated his faithfulness over and over, and yet his people were faithless. They walked in ongoing patterns of disobedience. Even the reminder of the covenant with the priests pointed to God's faithfulness. They even had the audacity to question God's justice.

]]>John NixGod was wearied of his people persisting in sin. God had demonstrated his faithfulness over and over, and yet his people were faithless. They walked in ongoing patterns of disobedience. Even the reminder of the covenant with the priests pointed to God's faithfulness. They even had the audacity to question God's justice.falseJohn NixGod was wearied of his people persisting in sin. God had demonstrated his faithfulness over and over, and yet his people were faithless. They walked in ongoing patterns of disobedience. Even the reminder of the covenant with the priests pointed to God's faithfulness. They even had the audacity to question God's justice.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleEmpty FormalityTue, 09 Feb 2016 01:27:52 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/8/empty-formality5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56b9400e1d07c0ddd1cb8b12Rather than continue to insult God with their tainted sacrifices, it would be better, Malachi argued, to shut down the temple because the sacrifices were no longer accomplishing their purpose. It was all formalism, and it was doing more harm than good. The devastating prospect was that God found no pleasure in his people.

]]>John NixRather than continue to insult God with their tainted sacrifices, it would be better, Malachi argued, to shut down the temple because the sacrifices were no longer accomplishing their purpose. It was all formalism, and it was doing more harm than good. The devastating prospect was that God found no pleasure in his people.falseJohn NixRather than continue to insult God with their tainted sacrifices, it would be better, Malachi argued, to shut down the temple because the sacrifices were no longer accomplishing their purpose. It was all formalism, and it was doing more harm than good. The devastating prospect was that God found no pleasure in his people.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleHe Will Not Clear The GuiltyFri, 05 Feb 2016 20:25:53 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/5/he-will-not-clear-the-guilty5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56b504bbc6fc084aa9ccac6bJealousy causes God to act by pouring out his wrath which results in judicial reparation. Make no mistake, God is patient and slow to anger. He is not capricious, arbitrary, nor impetuous in the exercise of his wrath. His wrath is thoroughly planned and carefully placed.

]]>John NixJealousy causes God to act by pouring out his wrath which results in judicial reparation. Make no mistake, God is patient and slow to anger. He is not capricious, arbitrary, nor impetuous in the exercise of his wrath. His wrath is thoroughly planned and carefully placed.falseJohn NixJealousy causes God to act by pouring out his wrath which results in judicial reparation. Make no mistake, God is patient and slow to anger. He is not capricious, arbitrary, nor impetuous in the exercise of his wrath. His wrath is thoroughly planned and carefully placed.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThat's What I SaidFri, 05 Feb 2016 04:13:48 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/4/thats-what-i-said5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56b420f7b6aa60ffb4901cdcJonah was terribly displeased that God would relent concerning the destruction of Nineveh. Jonah felt that the Ninevites deserved judgment, and evidently he had felt this anger for some time. He who praised the gracious mercy of God earlier now denounces it. 

]]>John NixfalseJohn NixJonah was terribly displeased that God would relent concerning the destruction of Nineveh. Jonah felt that the Ninevites deserved judgment, and evidently he had felt this anger for some time. He who praised the gracious mercy of God earlier now denounces it.Jonah was terribly displeased that God would relent concerning the destruction of Nineveh. Jonah felt that the Ninevites deserved judgment, and evidently he had felt this anger for some time. He who praised the gracious mercy of God earlier now denounces it.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Great RevivalThu, 04 Feb 2016 02:50:51 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/3/the-great-revival5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56b2bc354c2f858dd7f2e7c7The king was not sure that even these drastic measures would avert the calamity, but he hoped that God would withdraw his burning anger and spare Nineveh. The king, though he was a pagan, recognized the sovereignty of God. Only God can change the disposition of the heart. God saw how the Ninevites responded, and he relented of the disaster that was headed straight for them. 

]]>John NixfalseJohn NixThe king was not sure that even these drastic measures would avert the calamity, but he hoped that God would withdraw his burning anger and spare Nineveh. The king, though he was a pagan, recognized the sovereignty of God. Only God can change the disposition of the heart. God saw how the Ninevites responded, and he relented of the disaster that was headed straight for them. The king was not sure that even these drastic measures would avert the calamity, but he hoped that God would withdraw his burning anger and spare Nineveh. The king, though he was a pagan, recognized the sovereignty of God. Only God can change the disposition of the heart. God saw how the Ninevites responded, and he relented of the disaster that was headed straight for them. John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleA Last ResortWed, 03 Feb 2016 05:02:10 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/2/a-last-resort5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56b1805de707eb54e4bded46Praying is sometimes our last resort. Jonah prayed out of his distress and cried for help from the depth of Sheol. He was as good as dead when he lifted up his desperate plea, but God heard the voice of his rebellious prophet Jonah and granted the petition for help.

]]>John NixfalseJohn NixPraying is sometimes our last resort. Jonah prayed out of his distress and cried for help from the depth of Sheol. He was as good as dead when he lifted up his desperate plea, but God heard the voice of his rebellious prophet Jonah and granted the petition for help.Praying is sometimes our last resort. Jonah prayed out of his distress and cried for help from the depth of Sheol. He was as good as dead when he lifted up his desperate plea, but God heard the voice of his rebellious prophet Jonah and granted the petition for help.John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Rebellious ProphetTue, 02 Feb 2016 03:17:12 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2016/2/1/the-rebellious-prophet5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56b01d0c59827ea2f14877e1Jonah would have been the first Israelite prophet to announce divine judgment to a foreign city, but here comes one of the surprising plot twists in the book. Jonah rebelled against the command of the Lord. Instead of going to Nineveh, Jonah fled to Tarshish. Initially, we are not given the reason for Jonah’s reluctance to proceed immediately to Nineveh. Jonah is simply a truant prophet of the Lord. 

]]>John NixfalseJohn NixJonah would have been the first Israelite prophet to announce divine judgment to a foreign city, but here comes one of the surprising plot twists in the book. Jonah rebelled against the command of the Lord. Instead of going to Nineveh, Jonah fled to Tarshish. Initially, we are not given the reason for Jonah’s reluctance to proceed immediately to Nineveh. Jonah is simply a truant prophet of the Lord. Jonah would have been the first Israelite prophet to announce divine judgment to a foreign city, but here comes one of the surprising plot twists in the book. Jonah rebelled against the command of the Lord. Instead of going to Nineveh, Jonah fled to Tarshish. Initially, we are not given the reason for Jonah’s reluctance to proceed immediately to Nineveh. Jonah is simply a truant prophet of the Lord. John,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleWisdom FadesFri, 18 Dec 2015 23:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/17/wisdom-fades5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:567384f5a12f44b15d82a4faSolomon's heart was not wholly devoted to God like the heart of his father David. God was angry with Solomon because his devotion to him had grown cold. Solomon had been solemnly warned about the pursuit of other gods, but he had disregarded this command of the Lord. In his anger, the Lord pronounced a solemn judgment upon Solomon.

]]>John Nix1 Kings 11:1-13; 41-43Solomon's heart was not wholly devoted to God like the heart of his father David. God was angry with Solomon because his devotion to him had grown cold. Solomon had been solemnly warned about the pursuit of other gods, but he had disregarded this command of the Lord. In his anger, the Lord pronounced a solemn judgment upon Solomon.false00:10:58John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleBlessings And RemindersFri, 18 Dec 2015 03:58:46 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/17/blessings-and-reminders5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:567383d0a2bab8f9c97d3c51When he had finished praying, Solomon rose up and blessed the congregation. Solomon concluded his prayer with a brief exhortation that the people continue to demonstrate the piety and loyalty to God  as they had during the building of the temple. 2 Chronicles 7:1 recounts how fire came down from heaven and consumed the sacrifices; and the glory of the Lord filled the house.

]]>John Nix1 Kings 8:54-66; 9:1-9When he had finished praying, Solomon rose up and blessed the congregation. Solomon concluded his prayer with a brief exhortation that the people continue to demonstrate the piety and loyalty to God as they had during the building of the temple. 2 Chronicles 7:1 recounts how fire came down from heaven and consumed the sacrifices; and the glory of the Lord filled the house.false00:09:53John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleConstructionThu, 17 Dec 2015 03:18:10 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/16/construction5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5672287fa2bab8f9c971fd39Solomon indicated that he intended to work toward accomplishing the dream of his father by building a house for the name of Lord. The construction of the temple in Jerusalem would be one of the great achievements during Solomon's reign. Using plans designed by David, and the expertise of Phoenician craftsmen, Solomon went to work on this tremendous ancient work.

]]>John Nix1 Kings 5:1-5; 6:1-13Solomon indicated that he intended to work toward accomplishing the dream of his father by building a house for the name of Lord. The construction of the temple in Jerusalem would be one of the great achievements during Solomon's reign. Using plans designed by David, and the expertise of Phoenician craftsmen, Solomon went to work on this tremendous ancient work.false00:07:54John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Evidence Of WisdomWed, 16 Dec 2015 03:48:44 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/15/the-evidence-of-wisdom5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5670de11c647ad9f55506fd4When would the evidence of God's divine endowment make itself manifest? It was not long before a case would come to Solomon that would require great wisdom. The case of two prostitutes, both claiming to be the mother of a baby, demonstrated the judicial wisdom that had been given to Solomon.

]]>John Nix1 Kings 3:16-28When would the evidence of God's divine endowment make itself manifest? It was not long before a case would come to Solomon that would require great wisdom. The case of two prostitutes, both claiming to be the mother of a baby, demonstrated the judicial wisdom that had been given to Solomon.false00:07:30John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Wise KingTue, 15 Dec 2015 03:13:08 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/14/the-wise-king5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:566f82e5a976afbb3ee3b93fHe was unsure of how to conduct himself as the new king. He also acknowledged that the nation had prospered to the point that the governance of it would be a major challenge even for an experienced leader. In light of these circumstances, Solomon asked God to give him a discerning heart that would qualify him to rule the people and to know the difference between what was true and false.

]]>John Nix1 Kings 3:1-15He was unsure of how to conduct himself as the new king. He also acknowledged that the nation had prospered to the point that the governance of it would be a major challenge even for an experienced leader. In light of these circumstances, Solomon asked God to give him a discerning heart that would qualify him to rule the people and to know the difference between what was true and false.false00:08:28John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleDavid's DeathFri, 11 Dec 2015 23:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/11/davids-death5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:566b52bca12f444cd6cc3668David encourages Solomon to be strong and follow after God by obeying his commands. If Solomon were to prosper, it would come about through faithful adherence to the law of Moses. David exhorted the young man to walk before God in truth with all his heart in order to experience the fulfillment of God’s promise of everlasting possession of the throne.

]]>John Nix1 Kings 2:1-12David encourages Solomon to be strong and follow after God by obeying his commands. If Solomon were to prosper, it would come about through faithful adherence to the law of Moses. David exhorted the young man to walk before God in truth with all his heart in order to experience the fulfillment of God’s promise of everlasting possession of the throne.false00:08:37John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleYou Are The ManThu, 10 Dec 2015 23:05:57 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/10/you-are-the-man5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:566a036fe0327c71c2935440Then came the devastating pronouncement, “You are the man.” God had anointed David as king and delivered him from the hand of Saul. God had given Saul’s house, including his wives into the care of David along with both Judah and Israel and he would have given him many more blessings had he not despised the word of God and committing terrible evil.

]]>John Nix2 Samuel 2:1-25Then came the devastating pronouncement, “You are the man.” God had anointed David as king and delivered him from the hand of Saul. God had given Saul’s house, including his wives into the care of David along with both Judah and Israel and he would have given him many more blessings had he not despised the word of God and committing terrible evil.false00:11:50John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleDavid Displeases The LordThu, 10 Dec 2015 02:29:50 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/9/david-displeases-the-lord5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5668e3234bf1187dc3479dc8David's army may have been fighting successfully on foreign soil, but David was losing a battle with temptation at home. After an afternoon nap, David was walking on the roof of his palace when from that height he spotted a beautiful woman bathing, probably in the courtyard of a house at a lower elevation. David inquired about the woman and learned that she was the wife of one of his officers, Uriah the Hittite. Undeterred by her marital status, David sent messengers to summon this woman.

]]>John Nix2 Samuel 11:1-27David's army may have been fighting successfully on foreign soil, but David was losing a battle with temptation at home. After an afternoon nap, David was walking on the roof of his palace when from that height he spotted a beautiful woman bathing, probably in the courtyard of a house at a lower elevation. David inquired about the woman and learned that she was the wife of one of his officers, Uriah the Hittite. Undeterred by her marital status, David sent messengers to summon this woman.false00:11:59John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleGreater And GreaterTue, 08 Dec 2015 03:38:49 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/7/greater-and-greater5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:566650352399a3d028961e85Once the city was secure, David took up residence in the stronghold, and because the place had been conquered by David’s men and David resided there, the place was called, “the city of David.” Jerusalem’s fortifications were repaired and extended and after establishing his new capital David became greater and greater because God was with him. 

]]>John Nix2 SAMUEL 2:1-4; 5:1-10Once the city was secure, David took up residence in the stronghold, and because the place had been conquered by David’s men and David resided there, the place was called, “the city of David.” Jerusalem’s fortifications were repaired and extended and after establishing his new capital David became greater and greater because God was with him. false00:09:11John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleEnemiesTue, 08 Dec 2015 03:36:06 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/7/enemies5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56664f9940667aca0c30bb65In the face of the Philistine invasion, he needed divine counsel but God had departed from him. Samuel raised another question and asked, “Why then do you ask me since the LORD has turned from you and become your enemy?” (1 Samuel 28:16, ESV) Samuel then spoke ominous prophetic words to the king as he announced that by the coming battle the kingdom would be torn from Saul’s hand and given to David.

]]>John Nix1 SAMUEL 28:3-19; 31:1-13In the face of the Philistine invasion, he needed divine counsel but God had departed from him. Samuel raised another question and asked, “Why then do you ask me since the LORD has turned from you and become your enemy?” (1 Samuel 28:16, ESV) Samuel then spoke ominous prophetic words to the king as he announced that by the coming battle the kingdom would be torn from Saul’s hand and given to David.false00:09:35John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleHe Is The Lord's AnointedFri, 04 Dec 2015 05:14:02 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/3/he-is-the-lords-anointed5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56611cf0e4b0a5d9e267cc28Saul was moved to tears by the words of David and acknowledged that David had been more righteous than he. Saul recognized for the moment that David must not have considered him as an enemy, else he would have slain him in the cave. Saul prayed God's blessing on David since he had refrained from killing the king.

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 23:15-18; 24:1-22Saul was moved to tears by the words of David and acknowledged that David had been more righteous than he. Saul recognized for the moment that David must not have considered him as an enemy, else he would have slain him in the cave. Saul prayed God's blessing on David since he had refrained from killing the king.false00:09:38John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleGoliathThu, 03 Dec 2015 03:19:16 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/2/goliath5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:565fb18de4b06723863e0067David continued to advance toward Goliath. The giant had probably never faced such bravado before. David explained that he was coming in the name of the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. David went on to boast that he would decapitate Goliath and give the bodies of the Philistines to the birds and beasts. 

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 17:12-54David continued to advance toward Goliath. The giant had probably never faced such bravado before. David explained that he was coming in the name of the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. David went on to boast that he would decapitate Goliath and give the bodies of the Philistines to the birds and beasts. false00:11:31John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleGod Sees Things DifferentlyWed, 02 Dec 2015 06:12:45 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/12/2/god-sees-things-differently5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:565e8900e4b0551383ab037bApparently after the sacrifice, Samuel retired to the house of Jesse to partake in the sacrificial meal. As each of Jesse’s sons entered the room, Samuel evaluated them, and when he saw Jesse’s firstborn, Eliab, he believed that he was “the LORD's  anointed.” God directed the prophet not to look on the outward appearance because God looks on the heart.

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 16:1-13Apparently after the sacrifice, Samuel retired to the house of Jesse to partake in the sacrificial meal. As each of Jesse’s sons entered the room, Samuel evaluated them, and when he saw Jesse’s firstborn, Eliab, he believed that he was “the LORD's anointed.” God directed the prophet not to look on the outward appearance because God looks on the heart.false00:09:10John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleReligion Is No Substitute For ObedienceTue, 01 Dec 2015 05:39:54 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/30/religion-is-no-substitute-for-obedience5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:565d320de4b07ad504d25b9aSamuel forcefully rejected Saul’s contention that religious intention justifies selective obedience. “To obey is better than sacrifice.” No amount of religious practice can substitute for doing what God commands, and external religious observance must reflect internal faith and piety.

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 15:10-28Samuel forcefully rejected Saul’s contention that religious intention justifies selective obedience. “To obey is better than sacrifice.” No amount of religious practice can substitute for doing what God commands, and external religious observance must reflect internal faith and piety.false00:11:28John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleHiding In The BaggageSat, 28 Nov 2015 02:18:30 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/27/hiding-in-the-baggage5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56590e6ce4b09e2585511f3eHowever, when they looked for Saul, they could not find him. When they sought the Lord, it was revealed that Saul was hiding by the baggage. The people hastened to bring Saul from his hiding place and when Saul stood among the people he was head and shoulders taller than any of his countrymen. Physically, Saul was definitely qualified to be the kind of king Israel wanted. 

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 9:15-10:27However, when they looked for Saul, they could not find him. When they sought the Lord, it was revealed that Saul was hiding by the baggage. The people hastened to bring Saul from his hiding place and when Saul stood among the people he was head and shoulders taller than any of his countrymen. Physically, Saul was definitely qualified to be the kind of king Israel wanted. false00:14:18John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleWe Want A KingThu, 26 Nov 2015 04:52:02 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/25/we-want-a-king5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56568f64e4b06edc0ac071d2You would think that a list like this would result in withdrawing the request because ultimately all Israelites would be servants of the crown. Samuel even warned the people that they would cry to God for relief because of the king that they were now demanding and in that day the Lord would not respond to their prayer. In spite of the very negative portrayal of kingship, the people insisted that a king should rule over them as they did in the surrounding nations.

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 8:1-22You would think that a list like this would result in withdrawing the request because ultimately all Israelites would be servants of the crown. Samuel even warned the people that they would cry to God for relief because of the king that they were now demanding and in that day the Lord would not respond to their prayer. In spite of the very negative portrayal of kingship, the people insisted that a king should rule over them as they did in the surrounding nations.false00:09:57John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleA Growing MinistryWed, 25 Nov 2015 01:28:10 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/24/a-growing-ministry5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56550dfae4b0c6e18e22bc50Three times in the darkness Samuel heard the voice of God but mistook it for the voice of Eli. The narrator excuses this mistake by saying that Samuel did not yet know God nor did he have any experience receiving a word from God. Three times he hurried to the side of the old man. Finally, Eli recognized that God was calling the boy. He instructed his protege to respond to any further calls by saying, "Speak, Lord, for your servant hears."

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 3:1-21Three times in the darkness Samuel heard the voice of God but mistook it for the voice of Eli. The narrator excuses this mistake by saying that Samuel did not yet know God nor did he have any experience receiving a word from God. Three times he hurried to the side of the old man. Finally, Eli recognized that God was calling the boy. He instructed his protege to respond to any further calls by saying, "Speak, Lord, for your servant hears."false00:11:07John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleShe Vowed A VowTue, 24 Nov 2015 03:56:15 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/23/she-vowed-a-vow5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5653df50e4b0a1d6c2d5f0e1She approached God reverently as can be seen in her threefold reference to herself as a handmaid of the Lord. Hannah vowed that if the Lord gave her a son, she would dedicate him all the days of his life as a Nazarite. While she was praying before the Lord, Eli, the high priest observed her from a distance.

]]>John Nix1 Samuel 1:1-28She approached God reverently as can be seen in her threefold reference to herself as a handmaid of the Lord. Hannah vowed that if the Lord gave her a son, she would dedicate him all the days of his life as a Nazarite. While she was praying before the Lord, Eli, the high priest observed her from a distance.false00:11:31John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleGod Has Not Left You Without A RedeemerSat, 21 Nov 2015 01:31:27 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/20/god-has-not-left-you-without-a-redeemer5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:564fc865e4b06ed63e95fe96It can be difficult to believe that God is always working, especially in suffering and loss. This concluding genealogy indicates the purpose and meaning of the entire Book of Ruth. The author aims to demonstrate that David came from solid Israelite stock even though he had Moabite blood in his veins.

]]>John NixRuth 4:13-22It can be difficult to believe that God is always working, especially in suffering and loss. This concluding genealogy indicates the purpose and meaning of the entire Book of Ruth. The author aims to demonstrate that David came from solid Israelite stock even though he had Moabite blood in his veins.false00:04:32John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Right Of RedemptionFri, 20 Nov 2015 03:37:12 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/19/the-right-of-redemption5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:564e94b7e4b0316b0803a04cEarly the next morning Boaz went to the city gate. During this time in many cities, the gate complex was the center of social life, and legal judgments were often rendered there. Before Boaz would be able to perform his role as the kinsman-redeemer of Naomi and Ruth, a legal proceeding would be required.

]]>John NixRuth 4:1-12Early the next morning Boaz went to the city gate. During this time in many cities, the gate complex was the center of social life, and legal judgments were often rendered there. Before Boaz would be able to perform his role as the kinsman-redeemer of Naomi and Ruth, a legal proceeding would be required.false00:09:37John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleA Bold InitiativeThu, 19 Nov 2015 05:04:28 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/18/a-bold-initiative5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:564d579de4b0d233ed1c505aAs Ruth approached the house, Naomi inquired as to whether or not the initiative had been successful. Naomi’s question meant are you one dishonored by rejection or one protected as a wife? Ruth then told her mother-in-law all that had taken place and the generous gift of the barley signaled Boaz’s favorable disposition toward the two women.

]]>John NixRuth 3:1-18As Ruth approached the house, Naomi inquired as to whether or not the initiative had been successful. Naomi’s question meant are you one dishonored by rejection or one protected as a wife? Ruth then told her mother-in-law all that had taken place and the generous gift of the barley signaled Boaz’s favorable disposition toward the two women.false00:10:09John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleFavorTue, 17 Nov 2015 23:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/17/favor5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:564badd0e4b008db72f28d4fRuth was industrious, and she was certainly not afraid to work. She politely requested consent from her mother-in-law to go out into the fields where the barley was being harvested. Perhaps there she would find a land owner that would allow her to follow behind the harvesters picking up the stalks that they might leave behind lying on the ground. 

]]>John NixRuth 2:1-23Ruth was industrious, and she was certainly not afraid to work. She politely requested consent from her mother-in-law to go out into the fields where the barley was being harvested. Perhaps there she would find a land owner that would allow her to follow behind the harvesters picking up the stalks that they might leave behind lying on the ground. false00:07:18John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleBitterMon, 16 Nov 2015 23:30:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/16/bitter5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:564a3603e4b0146f57321fabAs they drew near, the women of Bethlehem thought they recognized Naomi, and she instructed them to call her Mara, which means bitter. Naomi blamed her misfortune on the Lord. When she left Bethlehem, Naomi had been living a full life. She had a husband and two sons. God, however, it seemed had brought her back empty and witnessed against her.

]]>John NixRuth 1:1-22As they drew near, the women of Bethlehem thought they recognized Naomi, and she instructed them to call her Mara, which means bitter. Naomi blamed her misfortune on the Lord. When she left Bethlehem, Naomi had been living a full life. She had a husband and two sons. God, however, it seemed had brought her back empty and witnessed against her.false00:10:02John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleMeretriciousFri, 13 Nov 2015 23:00:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/13/meretricious5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5646692ee4b0b678b28b5748The Philistine lords took note of the attraction that Samson had for Delilah. They promised to pay her eleven hundred pieces of silver if she could discover the secret of Samson’s strength. Their intention was to overpower Samson and then torment him, and the Philistines would stop at nothing.

]]>John NixJudges 16:1-31The Philistine lords took note of the attraction that Samson had for Delilah. They promised to pay her eleven hundred pieces of silver if she could discover the secret of Samson’s strength. Their intention was to overpower Samson and then torment him, and the Philistines would stop at nothing.false00:13:02John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Wise, No Name WifeFri, 13 Nov 2015 00:52:53 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/12/the-wise-no-name-wife5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5645329fe4b0d090c00d0cc5Manoah panicked believing that he and his wife would die because they had seen God. His wife reasoned that if God had intended to kill them he would not have accepted the sacrifice. As promised, the woman gave birth to a son and named him Samson. The Lord blessed him, and the Spirit began to stir in him.

]]>John NixJudges 13:1-25Manoah panicked believing that he and his wife would die because they had seen God. His wife reasoned that if God had intended to kill them he would not have accepted the sacrifice. As promised, the woman gave birth to a son and named him Samson. The Lord blessed him, and the Spirit began to stir in him.false00:09:57John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleThe Shrinking ArmyWed, 11 Nov 2015 22:33:13 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/11/the-shrinking-army5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5643c0bae4b00b392cd40bd5God delights in teaching his people absolute dependence on him. The Lord spoke to Gideon on the eve of battle and told him that his army was too large. If the battle was won with such a large force, the Israelites might attribute victory to their own power.

]]>John NixJudges 7:1-22; 8:22-35God delights in teaching his people absolute dependence on him. The Lord spoke to Gideon on the eve of battle and told him that his army was too large. If the battle was won with such a large force, the Israelites might attribute victory to their own power.false00:11:42John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleMan Of Valor?Tue, 10 Nov 2015 22:00:00 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/10/man-of-valor5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:564262bce4b0eaf052acd030Gideon begins to realize that the one with whom he was speaking was no ordinary person, so he raised a question about the wisdom of God’s choice. Gideon saw his family as being the least in the tribe of Manasseh, and he was the youngest in his family. He felt that he lacked both influence and maturity.

]]>John NixJudges 6:1-40Gideon begins to realize that the one with whom he was speaking was no ordinary person, so he raised a question about the wisdom of God’s choice. Gideon saw his family as being the least in the tribe of Manasseh, and he was the youngest in his family. He felt that he lacked both influence and maturity.false00:12:11John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleDeborah And The Twenty-Year TyrantMon, 09 Nov 2015 22:17:37 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/9/deborah-and-the-twenty-year-tyrant5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:5641131ce4b0250517e85b54We are introduced to a woman named Deborah who received direct revelation from the Lord, who enabled her to interpret the past, give direction in the present and announce the future. Evidently, Deborah had a regular spot under a palm tree between Ramah and Bethel where she held court and judged Israel. 

]]>John NixJudges 4:1-24We are introduced to a woman named Deborah who received direct revelation from the Lord, who enabled her to interpret the past, give direction in the present and announce the future. Evidently, Deborah had a regular spot under a palm tree between Ramah and Bethel where she held court and judged Israel. false00:11:55John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleA New GenerationFri, 06 Nov 2015 17:01:51 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/6/a-new-generation5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:563cd9d9e4b04fabeea00621A new generation establishes a pattern of not obeying God and doing what they felt was right which provoked the LORD to anger, and he gave them over to their enemies. While the people were suffering, God would raise up judges to rescue them. However, after a judge died the people returned to faithlessness, disobedience and idolatry.

]]>John NixJudges 2:10-23A new generation establishes a pattern of not obeying God and doing what they felt was right which provoked the LORD to anger, and he gave them over to their enemies. While the people were suffering, God would raise up judges to rescue them. However, after a judge died the people returned to faithlessness, disobedience and idolatry.false00:09:56John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleChooseThu, 05 Nov 2015 18:15:51 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/11/5/choose5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:563b9800e4b0b84fccc7e276God is always exclusive, and he does not share his glory with anyone. The people of Israel had to choose whom they would serve. Joshua left no question as to where he and his family stood on this issue. They would serve God. The assembly responded in a determined way.

]]>John NixJoshua 24:14-31God is always exclusive, and he does not share his glory with anyone. The people of Israel had to choose whom they would serve. Joshua left no question as to where he and his family stood on this issue. They would serve God. The assembly responded in a determined way.false00:13:37John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,BibleYou Call That A Plan?Thu, 05 Nov 2015 00:29:01 +0000https://johnnix.org/podcasts/2015/10/19/you-call-that-a-plan5273edc8e4b03cb93b841bb2:52e401d7e4b0fb41f5909b03:56255f63e4b066c02e3ffa9fThe plan was simple. The Israelite army was to march around the walls of Jericho every day for six days while seven priests escorted the Ark in that procession. On the seventh day, the Israelite troops would repeat this march seven times around the walls and then the priests would blow the trumpets and the people would shout.

]]>John NixJoshua 5:13-6:21The plan was simple. The Israelite army was to march around the walls of Jericho every day for six days while seven priests escorted the Ark in that procession. On the seventh day, the Israelite troops would repeat this march seven times around the walls and then the priests would blow the trumpets and the people would shout.false00:13:37John NixJohn,Nix,Vertical,Purpose,One,More,Verse,Bible