John Christian Doe Bible Study Podcast

My childhood Bible and what I want to pass on

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:17:17 PST

The other day I found the Bible I had as a kid packed away with some books. I don’t remember when, where or how I got it and there is nothing special about it other than the content. Many emotions and memories came to me as I looked it over. I remember in many hard times I read it, no rhyme or reason, I just read parts flipping through the pages hoping God would answer me somehow. In that time, I

Be a man Biblically - Wake up call for all of us

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 14:50:51 PDT

Men, are you the leader of your family? Not a leader in the “Do as I say, or you’re going to get it!” leader, but as in a father leading his family to be Godly, loving people kind of way. Do you respect and honor your wife as your co-heir? Music: “Dance in the Desert” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Check them out at KingdomTunes.com! Contact me at : biblestudypodacstsJohn@gmail.com

1st Peter 1:17-19 - Fear in God?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 18 Jun 2011 10:39:33 PDT

Fear in God? God does love you, but do you think you can live your life as if the blood of Christ sacrificed for us was not something of infinite value? Music: “Lovesick” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Please support his ministry over at KingdomTunes.com! Visit the rest of BibleStudyPodcasts.org podcast lessions...

1st Peter 1:13-16 - Where do you find your joy?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:26:05 PDT

Where do you find your joy? Is okay for Christians to continue the sinful activities they found pleasure in before they committed their lives to Jesus Christ? Music: “Only you are Worthy” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Please check out and support their ministry at KingdomTunes.com!

1st Peter 1:10-12 - What brings you Joy

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 22:50:28 PDT

What brings you Joy? – When you think about your life, what brings you the most joy and happiness? Is it family, your job, work, money?…some activity? What if I were to tell you what should give you the most happiness and joy in your life should be what Angles even long to look into. Music: “Only you are Worthy” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Please check out and support their ministry at

1st Peter 1:8-9 - Love without Seeing

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 26 May 2011 22:47:59 PDT

Love without Seeing – Though we don’t see Christ face to face with our physical eyes, we do see Him in another way that is even more important. Music: “Lovesick” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Please check out and support their ministry at KingdomTunes.com! Check us out on biblestudypodcasts.org.

1st Peter 1:6-7 - Get refined!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 22 May 2011 18:22:58 PDT

What does your faith prove? When you face hardship in life, how do you react? Life is filled with many pains, it is not enough to simply endure them. Music: “Psalm 91–Beautiful My God” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Check them out at KingdomTunes.com! Check us out on biblestudypodcasts.org.

1st Peter – 1:3-5 Born Again

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 13 May 2011 16:05:25 PDT

Episode 3 of the study of 1st Peter – Born Again: The blessing, mercy and hope in our salvation.Music: “Walk on the water” by the Ken Ferguson Band. Check them out at KingdomTunes.com! Contact me at : biblestudypodacstJohn@gmail.com Reminder : I have joined BibleStudyPodcasts.org and I am re-releasing the 1st Peter Podcasts. Sorry for those of you who have listened to all the first 12

1st Peter – 1:1-2 Christian Discrimination?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 07 May 2011 20:12:47 PDT

Reminder : I have joined BibleStudyPodcasts.org and I am re-releasing the 1st Peter Podcasts. Sorry for those of you who have listened to all the first 12 Episodes of 1st Peter. I will be rerecording some of them, so they might not all be the same. You could also check out some of the many other studies on BibleStudyPodcasts.org until week 13 and pick up the 1st Peter study then.For those of

Did God choose individual Christians?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 06 May 2011 19:20:52 PDT

Did God choose individual Christians because He knew they would believe in Him? Or God choose them and that’s why they believed in Him? Salvation (election) is not an accidental event, but it is a part of God's salvation plan from the very beginning. It is God who initiated a person's salvation by choosing them first before they chose Him, “Through the sanctifying work of the Spirit”. We

1st Peter – Introduction and history

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 02 May 2011 18:19:08 PDT

Hello all, exciting news!! I have joined BibleStudyPodcasts.org and I am re-releasing the 1st Peter Podcasts. Sorry for those of you who have listened to all the first 12 Episodes of 1st Peter. I will be rerecording some of them, so they might not all be the same. You could also check out some of the other studies on BibleStudyPodcasts.org until week 13 and pick up the 1st Peter study then.For

Essentials - this is what's important

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:05:51 PDT

Having been a Christian Blogger and Podcaster for over three years now, I have received many different reactions to my posts and Podcasts; from the very positive to the very negative. The negative is almost always someone who is a Secular Humanist or a Christian who wants to argue over non-essentials. The only thing that really bothers me is when Christians argue over non-essentials. These

This is the REAL way “Love Wins”

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 21:06:56 PST

Serve God with Spiritual GiftsFor I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, as God has dealt to each one a measure of faith. 4 For as we have many members in one body, but all the members do not have the same function, 5 so we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of

Haiti mission trip support and Prayer request for a good friend. Update 5

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 18:27:15 PDT

For those of you that have been following the update from my friend Anthony and his fellow team members from Berean Community Church in Rochester, Michigan. They are all back from Haiti safe and sound!! Anthony sent me this slide show/video that was put together. Please continue to pray for that message and work in Christs name that they did will continue long after they have gone. Enjoy! Great

10 Resolutions for Mental Health

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 18:53:52 PDT

Great article by Pastor John Piper: On October 22, 1976, Clyde Kilby, who is now with Christ in Heaven, gave an unforgettable lecture. I went to hear him that night because I loved him. He had been one of my professors in English Literature at Wheaton College. He opened my eyes to more of life than I knew could be seen. O, what eyes he had! He was like his hero, C. S. Lewis, in this regard.

Daily Devotional : The Spirit of God will not forsake you.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 02 Apr 2011 18:23:36 PDT

"Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." - Philippians 1:6 Paul remained confident as he wrote this to letter to the Philippians. He was confident in God’s desire and ability to continue His transforming work in the lives of the Philippian believers. Remember: The Spirit of God will not forsake you, HE

Haiti mission trip support and Prayer request for a good friend. Update 4

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 08:02:00 PDT

Hello everyone. I am 6 days late posting this, but here is an update from my friend Anthony. He leaves this week for Haiti, please keep he and the rest his team in prayer: Friends and Family, I am 1 week away from departing for Haiti with a team of 14 from Berean Community Church from Rochester, Minnesota. A few tidbits to update everyone:-Presidential elections are taking place in Haiti today

The world did not know HIM...so it will not know us.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:19:30 PST

How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. -1 John 3:1 The more news I read, the more nonsense I see in our schools(US), TV, movies and hear in music, the more my heart hurts for this world. It is depraved...it hates God. People are happily

Japan: After Empathy and Aid, People Want Answers - John Piper

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 15:09:46 PDT

PrioritiesFirst things first. When Christians see suffering they feel empathy. We too have bodies (Hebrews 13:3). Therefore, love commands, “Weep with those who weep” (Romans 12:15). Then comes aid. We want to help relieve human suffering—all of it, especially eternal suffering: So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith

Haiti mission trip support and Prayer request for a good friend. Update 3

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 25 Mar 2011 20:29:05 PDT

Updates and great news from Anthony, Two weeks from tomorrow - Sunday, March 27, a team of 14 individuals including myself depart for Haiti. A few tidbits/updates: We have raised 97 % of our financial goal for the trip. We have $600 left to raise. I trust that God will provide the remaining $600 before we depart on March 27. This past week, I have had several opportunities to connect with

Sometimes there are no immediate answers. - Psalm 86:6-7

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:44:44 PST

I saw this and was thinking about the people in Japan, please pray for those people suffering right now.Hear my prayer, O LORD; listen to my cry for mercy. In the day of my trouble I will call to you, for you will answer me.— Psalm 86:6-7 (NIV)Thoughts on Today's Verse...Sometimes there are no immediate answers. We have prayed and cried and tried and gone sleepless and mourned and shouted.

Hey, you can't judge me! Um, yes I can...

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 09 Mar 2011 13:19:39 PST

I wanted to write something about a verse I hear quoted out of context all the time; ironically by non-Christians most of the time. Now Christians don’t get a pass here, because they are just as bad if not worse because they should know the context and how to use the verse. I think most people know Matthew 7:1 even if they don’t know they do, “Do not judge, or you too will be judged.” This

What is prayer?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 10:16:45 PST

Prayer is the practice of the presence of God. It is the place where pride is abandoned, hope is lifted, and supplication is made. Prayer is the place of admitting our need, of adopting humility, and claiming dependence upon God. Prayer is the needful practice of the Christian. Prayer is the exercise of faith and hope. Prayer is the privilege of touching the heart of the Father through the

The Bible says There's Only One Way To Heaven

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 08:05:48 PST

The gospel is that Jesus died for sinners on the cross, was buried, and rose from the dead (1 Cor. 15:1-4). His death was a sacrifice that turns away the wrath of God (1 John 2:2). This is the only way to be saved. Jesus is the One you need. Him alone. Not your works (Rom. 3:10-12; Isaiah 64:6). Not your sincerity. Not your goodness. You have nothing to offer God except your

Haiti mission trip support request for a good friend.(Update)

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 17:41:16 PST

Anthony on a previous trip to Haiti playing with some children. Hello all, here is an update from my friend Anthony: A few updates/highlights as the team of 14 including myself are 4 weeks away from departing for Haiti -As of this e-mail we have raised approximately 57% of our financial support goal and this 57% is all outside of our church. We will be inviting members of our church next

No, Mr. President. Killing Is Killing No Matter What We Call It.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:38:19 PST

It's a magnificent thing: The only newly-originating life in the universe that comes in the image of God is Man. The only newly-originating life in the universe that lasts forever is Man. This is an awesome thing. And, as everyone knows, that reverence is not shared by our new President, over whom we have rejoiced. He is trapped and blind in a

The Four Spiritual Laws

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 11:28:34 PST

As Christians, we are to witness with truth, honesty, and integrity. The Lord give us opportunities to: witness to others defend our faith or just give answers for anyone who wants to know about the Hope that is in us. Read - (1 Peter 3:15); (Isaiah 55:11); (John 12:32) To accomplish these tasks we must Pray and ask the Holy Spirit for help, study Gods Word daily, be humble and point

8 Ways God Blesses Us

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 20:51:44 PST

By : 8 Ways God Blesses Us 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 lists eight ways God blesses us through Christ. About 1 Corinthians Corinth was the major commercial center in the Roman Empire. The city was famous for its wealth and also for being filled with every kind of evil. It was home to twelve pagan temples, including the Temple of Aphrodite, which housed over one thousand prostitutes. The city was so

Don’t let stress and worry bring you down.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 11:50:31 PST

Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God I will strengthen you, surely I will help you Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. - Isaiah 41:10 Ah stress, something we all probably know too well. Stress definitely can be a motivator for action or an emotion that can tear people and families apart. Stress is a very personal reaction; by this

Make today about real Love, Not Hallmark.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 13:19:23 PST

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! I could not let this day go by without writing something about Love. I published Episode 9 of the 1 Peter Bible study Podcast which has the same theme. Check it out here. God expects Christians to love others. By our fruit we can tell the level of love we have for our fellow man. Do you actively seek out ways in which to serve and love others? Or, is your thing

What is humility?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:57:39 PST

Zephaniah tells us in 3:12, the “But I will leave among you A humble and lowly people, And they will take refuge in the name of the LORD.” We are not to think too highly of ourselves. The Lord showed the Jews during those forty years wandering in the desert, that He was in control and He would take care of them by letting them go hungry and then feeding them manna. We become humble when we

The Pride Test - Something we all need.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 05:04:36 PST

If we were to all take an honest look at ourselves, I think most the issues we have would go away. Yes, start with ourselves, not others. God bless guys!

Prayer request from you; Let me have 'em!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 15:06:51 PST

Hello everyone! I am running behind on recording Episode 9 of the study of 1 Peter.(Get Episode 8 Here) I'm in Prayer while writing the script right now and thought I would drop a line to all of you on anything you might want to Prayed about? What is going on in your life that you are struggling with? Is there someone you know who is is need of prayer? If the payer requests make it in before I

Haiti mission trip support request for a good friend.(Date Correction)

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 12 Feb 2011 06:02:09 PST

Hello everyone! I have a request for prayers, and if you can, monetary support for a good friend who will be making a short-term mission trip to Haiti. Anthony is a great guy, I have known him since we where kids and he has a big heart for serving the Lord! I am getting this out a bit late so a quick response would be great! Their team of 11 is based out of Berean Community Church in Rochester,

Correction to Post: You don’t have to do this alone.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 19:26:56 PST

I great friend pointed out a bad, but kind of funny typo in my post "You don’t have to do this alone". I put: “They live blinded by false idiots, hardened hearts, and are content in relying on their own strength in everything.” Should have been: “They live blinded by false idols, hardened hearts, and are content in relying on their own strength in everything.” Word auto complete is always "

John Christian Doe CSN Stores $20 promo code giveaway!(Over)

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 05:08:04 PST

This $20 gift code can be used at any of their over 200 stores!!!(Over) Hello everyone, hope you are all having a blessed day! I have received an offer from CSN stores to have a $20 gift code give away to you, John Christian Doe readers and listeners in the US and Canadian only(sorry everyone else, not my rules!). CSN Stores have over 200 unique sites for you to use your $20 gift code. Being a

You don’t have to do this alone.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 16:21:38 PST

“See to it that no one takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception, according to the tradition of men, according to the elementary principles of the world, rather than according to Christ.” - Colossians 2:8 There is a way of life or philosophy that greatly engages our mind and soul. It improves mankind and solidifies our faith in our Lord; it is the study of the Word and the Works

Christ’s death and resurrection; It’s about the “why”.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 07:43:50 PST

John 10:18 tells us "No one has taken it away from Me, but I lay it down on My own initiative. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again. This commandment I received from My Father." These words spoken by Jesus have been written down for all to read for almost 2000 years. Yet, many people have worried about “who” killed Christ, missing the point of why it

Question: Are you of the world or just in it? How we fall short.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 10:06:01 PST

Be in the world not of it. This is a hard one for us Christians. We are told to “Be Holy, because I am Holy” by God in 1 Peter 1:16. We are to separate ourselves from the “Worldly” things and through our sanctification process we are to be more like Christ and not enjoy the things we know are morally bankrupt, like most things coming out of Hollywood and the secular music industry. I think

Live, enjoy life, love the Lord, your family and your neighbor.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 11:45:43 PST

Below is a small excerpt from Episode 8 of the Study of 1 Peter; Listen here: The reason for conducting ourselves in fear is, the One we call Heavenly Father judges everybody by the same measure. We all know what our deeds say about our hearts right? We have all probably heard the sayings “actions speak loader than words”, “People will know us by our fruits” right? Jesus used the same word for

Top 5 Christian words that everyone knows

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 19:14:19 PST

Being a Christian Blogger and Podcaster, I come across the same Christian words over and over. We as Christians get all kinds of words thrown at us all the time. You don’t even need to be Christian to know what “our” words are when you hear them. So, I thought would put out my top 5 Christian words that everyone knows. 5. Fellowship – Not one I use much on my site, but I hear it quite a bit;

How Are We to Fear God?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 21:10:12 PST

This week we will be studying 1 Peter 1:17-19. The topic will be "How Are We to Fear God?" I hope to have the Podcast up by the weekend. If you have a question on this topic, send it to me and I will answer it in the Podcast. You guys are awesome, God Bless! "And if you address as Father the One who impartially judges according to each man's work, conduct yourselves in fear during the time

BibleStudyPodcasts.org is a must listen!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 16:42:34 PST

You have to check out Pastor Toby Logsdon of http://www.biblestudypodcasts.org/. This is one of the best Christian Podcasts I have found. Toby mixes it up with Bible study, Apologetics, and Q&A. I have listened to most of his Podcasts over the last 3 years or so; I have not heard one thing that has not been scripturally sound. He has a great speaking voice and delivers the information in a way

Be a man, Biblically

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:06:13 PST

Men, are you the leader of your family? Not a leader in the “Do as I say, or you’re going to get it!” leader, but as in a father leading his family to be Godly people way. Do you respect and honor your wife as your co-heir? Does SHE feel that she is respected, satisfied and happy? Does SHE feel you are a good leader, provider and spiritual shepherd for your family? Do your children see you as a

WANTED: Weekly guest poster for the John Christian Doe Bible Study Blog

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 17:35:16 PST

Well hello everyone! I’m on the hunt! I am looking for a guest poster for the John Christian Doe Bible Study Blog. This would require one weekly write up on any of the following topics: Christian living, Apologetic's, Short Bible study, or other topics depending on content. I would like to assign a day for your Blog to post(after my review), so that would be "your" day. If you think it will fit

Prayers for Scott Bloom

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:15:35 PST

Scott Bloom was recently injured in a car accident with his friend Kenny in late December 2010. The truck that they were in flipped 5 times on Kellogg Mill road(Virgina, USA) and they were both ejected from the truck. Approximately 45 minutes later, Scott was found 20 feet from the truck. Read more>> Prayer is a very powerful thing and Scott could use prayers right

Money lost, money found - News from King George

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 11:26:40 PST

From Fredericksburg.com: "These are my favorite kinds of stories: Guy loses money two days before Christmas, guy is distraught. Had $700 in a bank envelope, which somehow disappeared from the time he left the bank in Dahlgren to when he arrived at his daughter’s house a few miles away. Retraces his steps, goes back to the bank, but their cameras show nothing. Man thinks money is gone. And it’

You never know who is on the other end of the line.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 14:30:57 PST

So last night after I wrapped up writing before bed, I start going through my nightly “lock down” of the fort. Alarm is on, doors are all locked, lights out; I put down those darn things that stop the cold air from coming under the door. Then I make sure I grab my cell phone (my alarm clock) before heading up to bed. Now as I start my ascent I notice, yet again, I have stayed up too late writing.

Why I hate religion - Pastor Mark Driscoll

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 22:12:10 PST

While the word "Hate" is strong, I find that the liberalization of Churches and of the interpretation of the Bible is killing Christianity, thus I am not fond of it. I love people, all people. I want them to come to Christ and if they are in Christ I do not want them to be lead astray. The video below is form an excerpt of a sermon by - Pastor Mark Driscoll of the Mars Hill Church in Seattle,

Top 5 reasons Christians don’t defend Christianity: by John Christian Doe

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 07:36:43 PST

5. They believe everything is okay. That society should dictate morality, what the masses believe is true and that is the way it should be. Besides, what secular society likes is more fun, even though most of it goes against the Word of God right? 4. They don’t want to look un-cool. Christians are portrayed as buffoons and thoughtless followers on TV and movies. So they don’t want to look like

The blessing the love of family brings us

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 21:30:10 PST

Have you ever been on fire for God so much to preach and spread his word that it makes it almost hard to get it all out. I feel so convicted right now the words escape me; I don’t have the hours in the day to devote the time I want or need to. God has led me to pour this attention and love into my family, and I have never been happier or felt more blessed to have them. I see an excitement to

When did Christians stop carrying a Bible to Church?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 14 Jan 2011 08:20:25 PST

I have noticed ever since I started attending my Church about 4 years ago, no one really brought their Bibles with them to service. I found this strange, as I always did. Not that what I do is the litmus test for normal, well in my mind it is, but to most people maybe not so much and don’t even ask my wife…ha! I find it strange because the source of our knowledge about our faith lies within the

First Cause? - God is the first cause

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 18:03:26 PST

This is an older post I bumped up to the top again. This is simplified explanation of he Cosmological Argument, also known as the First Cause Argument. The Law of Causality says that everything that comes into being or existence needs a cause. It is also known that something cannot come from nothing. To put it another way, if there was nothing before us, there would still be nothing. The Law of

Me worship for the "me" church

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:22:33 PST

I had a rough day today and my friend Toby Logsdon posted this on Facebook....so I stole it. This is hilarious!! I could go on and on about this topic, but I will just let it speak for itself. New Podcast on 1 Peter Wednesday!

Have a little respect - Leave the War Memorial alone

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:56:05 PST

I am appalled and yet not surprised. The open attacks on Christians is just par for the course now a days. If this was a Jewish or Muslim symbol there be no one saying a word. "Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and there are many who enter through it." -Matt. 7:13 Taken from CNN.com : "A federal appeals court ruled Tuesday that

What I have learned from listeners...

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:04:44 PST

What I have learned from some of my listeners of my Podcast who write in with questions is that they do believe in God, they believe Jesus is our Lord and Savior but when it comes to believing completely in the Bible, it then gets blurry. The secular movement to discredit the Bible as some old book with some good ideas but mostly outdated archaic gibberish has taken a foothold in many Christians.

Happy New Year from John Christian Doe Podcast!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 20:57:15 PST

Thanks for a great year Lord! Thank you so much to my listeners and readers, your support is awesome! May all of us grow in your faith this year. Thanks for checking in >>John

I have to love who? Aww come on...

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 20:36:51 PST

He answered: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind'; and, 'Love your neighbour as yourself.' - Luke 10:27 - NIV2010 Ahhh, a tough one for most of us, to love our neighbor as ourselves. We all love lots of things, family, food, cars, homes, TV shows, TV Stars, Facebook, our phones…but do we truly love anything as much

Mercy Me - Homesick (Live)

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 13:58:21 PST

Such an awesome song. Please, say a prayer for our Troops and their families.

Hold fast, help is on the way.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:43:48 PDT

God uses pain to shape our faith. Sometimes God allows our heart to feel the sorrow of loss so that it will know the depths of hope and patience that only the pain from loss can teach once it has healed. I believe we grow in the valleys of life, pain and sadness force us to examine where our strengths lie and who we put our faith in. The burden of going through this life is too much for us

The Birth of Jesus - Luke 2

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 06:25:36 PST

Take time out of this wonderful day of family and friends to remember.... God bless and Merry Christmas everyone!! The Birth of Jesus 1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while[a] Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register. 4 So Joseph also

Bible Study - 1 Peter 1:8-9

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 16:22:32 PST

"Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your souls." -1 Peter 1:8-9 I am finishing up the final touches on my script then I can record. I wanted to thank everyone for the support in your messages.I love doing this

Time to send in your questions!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 18:22:34 PST

It's Q&A time! Time to send in your Bible related questions(or others) to be answered on the John Christian Doe Bible Study Podcast. You can respond to this post or send me an email. My contact information under my "About Me" page. I know some of you have already sent question in, those will be used also. I will chose one or two each Q and A Podcast. Thanks everyone!

"For me to live is Christ", who is Paul?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:09:26 PST

Paul began his career as a fanatical enemy of Christians; he then became arguably its greatest leader.Next to Jesus, Paul is most important person in the New Testament. Paul was not only a Christian activist and theologian, he was a very devoted follower of Christ whose life should serve as a model for all of us. Paul started out wealthy and educated, a Roman citizen, he lived a rare life for a

Call to Action - Spirit-prompted generosity

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:03:06 PST

Reading a devotional today I came across this passage: “17 If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need but has no pity on them, how can the love of God be in that person? 18 Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth”. - 1 John (3:17-18) NIV2010 Today really I feel convicted with the need to act. I am reflecting on a situation

Excuse me, may I poor this into your cup?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Mon, 21 Feb 2011 07:37:22 PST

“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’-Matthew (25:23) Matthew (24:45-51) tells us that getting ready for Jesus’ return demands us to be faithful in doing the work he has called us to do. This was a warning to all disciples and even more so toward

Quick facts about the Bible Part 1

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:02:01 PST

I hear from many non believers that the Bible is just a guide. That is has been re-written many times and changed so much that it does not resemble the original text. Due to this misinformation they don't place much importance in the Bible. This way of thinking could not be more incorrect and it actually makes me very sad that something so important was not given just the basic research you would

It's that time of year Again!!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 18 Dec 2010 12:24:15 PST

Taking a break from working on my next Podcast on 1 Peter 1:8-9 and I came across this passage in Mathew....good stuff Merry Christmas!!! “But after he had considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said, “Joseph son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary home as your wife, because what is conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit. She will give birth to a son, and

Prayer Request for Caroline.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:11:30 PST

Hello all, please add my friends little cousin to your prayers. His message below: "Please keep my little Cousin Caroline in your prayers. She is still in the ICU. She is such an amazing little girl with a great heart. Please help us keep the good energy going! Prayer can work and if we all do it together miracles can happen. Thank you all so much!" Father God, please hear our prayers for

What happened to the John Christian Doe Bible Study Podcast?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 16:21:01 PST

Life happened or in other words it was O.B.E (Overcome by events). I have had a crazy last year and a half, good but crazy. I started a new job, had my 4th child and run over 1000 miles in training. I ran the Marine Corps Marathon, 5 other half marathons, plus 5 and 10k’s sprinkled in this year. Oh and I have been teaching myself to weld because I am building a big ol' BBQ smoker out of 80 and

Still haven't found what you're looking for?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:29:36 PST

Psalm 127:1-2 Prosperity Comes from the LORD. A Song of Ascents, of Solomon. "1 Unless the LORD builds the house, They labor in vain who build it;Unless the LORD guards the city, The watchman keeps awake in vain. 2 It is vain for you to rise up early, To retire late, To eat the bread of painful labors; For He gives to His beloved even in his sleep." This psalm was written by David to his son

The best Friday ever.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

So today I am up at 5am, I shower, get dressed, and shuffle out the door to the commuter lot. In my still asleep mind, the thought…no wait, dream crosses my mind, “Should I drive in, it’s like 100 below zero and FRIDAY!” I decide to drive to WAWA to get coffee and try and wake my mind up to make a decision. For those readers who are not familiar with WAWA, it is THE BEST gas station ever with

Does the belief in God or the Bible inconvenience you?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

Why are there so many people wasting energy trying to deny the existence of God?This was placed on my heart today remembering a part of a sermon given by my Churches Associate Pastor a couple months ago on “Why don’t people believe?”, and I just wanted to share with you some of my thoughts. I have stated before that I feel most people deny the existence of God or the validity of the Bible because

Happy New Year! Hello 2009!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

Wow! I have received much encouragement and so many great responses about the first Podcast on the Intro to 1 Peter, thank you all so much for that! We are now listened to in 11 countries around the world! Praise God!The Episode 2 part 2 on 1 Peter 1:1-2 is almost ready. The last two nights have been absolutely crazy and it was not in the cards to get the Podcast up. I just spent 3 hours getting

Merry Christmas to all and may God Bless

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

Merry Christmas to all and may God bless all of you. Thank you SO much for all the support. All glory to God! More Podcasts are coming, we start getting into 1 Peter next post! Taken the Wife and kids to see grandparents today, the kids are jacked!! I am all hopped up on pumpkin pie...mmmmmmIn Him,JohnThanks for Checking in and God Bless.

Let's not trust in our standards. They’re way too low.

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments." Matthew 22:36-40 (NIV)As I am dealing with the technical difficulties

Bologna on Pennsylvania Avenue…

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:21:04 PST

From the title I know most people are thinking that I might be talking about Bush, the Treasury Departments newly found 700 Billion dollars or maybe the temporary multi Million dollar inaugural parade stands being built along Pennsylvania Avenue. No, I am talking about real processed meat with the little red plastic strip around it. I work in D.C. next to the White House. So, this morning I’m

Terms for ALL of us to know...

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

Hello everyone, I wanted to go over some very important terms with you. I am hoping to start a consistent format to this blog soon. Working full time and having 3 kids I sometime find it hard to even think! Ha-ha…Gospel - the “Good News”; this is how Paul refers to the message of forgiveness and eternal life.Faith – “..faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” (

John “Christian” Doe bible study on 1 Peter

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

Well hello everyone, the John “Christian” Doe bible study is getting ready to kick off here soon. I am starting the podcast because I think the Bible study format will work best in a Podcast format rather than the blogging format. We will see.I hope that within the next two days I will have my first podcast on the intro and background with some Apologetics. I think the first pod cast will be the

Alive 2008 Quest Middle School Youth Conference

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:19:42 PST

I just wanted to put a quick post about my trip I took in Late November with my Church's Middle School Youth Ministry Program, TNT (Teens in Transition) to Ocean City, Maryland. For those who live in Virginia, D.C or Maryland, you might be thinking “Fun, the beach in late November?!” Yes, I know, we did have the 30 degree weather and the 20 mile an hour winds so the Board walk was brutal, but the

Congo's crisis worsens

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:17:40 PST

Congo's crisis worsens - The Big Picture - Boston.com 12:59pm Source: www.boston.com This breaks my heart to see people suffer like this. The humanitarian crisis in Congo has thought to have killed more than 5 million people in a decade and the latest conflict has thought to have displaced a quarter of a million people. Children make up 19% of the population, but account for 47% of the deaths

The truth is hard to swallow

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:18:23 PST

Below is a prayer Pastor Joe Wright gave when asked to open the new session of the Kansas House of Representatives on January 23, 1996. I find it a very insightful prayer, a kind of prayer that will bother those who do not want to admit to being a sinner. It will bother those who believe this countries moral compass is already pointing true north something I think even the most lukewarm Humanist

Faith and Works

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 19:24:29 PST

"I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing" (John 15:5, NIV.) Hello everyone, I wanted to make a quick statement about faith and works. This topic has been well covered amongst Christian scholars and people much smarter than I. So, I will bring nothing new to the overall “Faith and Works” discussion in

Why the Atheist doesn't exist

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:31:22 PST

This is an Excerpt from God Doesn't Believe in Atheists by Ray Comfort There can be no such things as an atheist. This is why: Let's imagine that you are a professing atheist. Here are two questions for you to answer: First, do you know the combined weight of all the sand on all the beaches of Hawaii? We can safely assume that you don't. This brings us to the second question: Do you know how

THANK YOU VETERANS

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:19:04 PST

This is two days late I know. I was just reflecting on some things I talked about with a co-worker who is retired Army and was part of The Old Guard. We spoke about Arlington National Cemetery and the significance and the immensity of it. I have yet to visit the Cemetery, partly because the sadness I feel of the price paid by so many brave people. I need to go pay my respects, it is the least I

Sin? What sin? I don't see any sin!

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:29:08 PST

This topic is directly related to my first two posts. I just finished this article by Jennifer Riley, a Christian Post Reporter called, “Study: Behaviors Americans Consider 'Sinful'”. This study questioned more than 1000 American adults to find out whether they believed 30 different behaviors to be a sin. The article starts, “Out the list of 30 behaviors, adultery was most often described as a

It's 3am, do you know where your Bible is?

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:29:55 PST

This past Sunday at my Church, Pastor Mark Miller was talking about the current statistics regarding adult’s lack of knowledge of the bible. He stated how the generations of 30 – 50 somethings know less about the bible than at any other time in history. He also mentioned that the children of these people knew even less than their parents. So this prompted me to do a little research myself and I

Quench that thirst America...

johnchristiandoe@gmail.com ( John Krause) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 14:13:26 PST

I was reading a recent article about the increasing secularization of American society and the falling Protestant majority. I would love to say I am surprised, but I am not. I see secularization of America happening everyday. In every facet of TV, video games, political correctness, down playing of the religious influence of holidays, politics, work places and endless examples showing the