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James 3. Day 66 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

James 3. Day 66 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: James 3(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
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Episode Highlights:
The Power of the Tongue.  Taming the Tongue.  Earthly and Heavenly Wisdom. 
 
"With the tongue we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who are made in God’s likeness."  James 3:9
In today’s episode of The New Testament in a Year, we step into James chapter 3 and take a hard look at something we all deal with every single day… our words. This chapter shows us just how powerful our speech really is. The things we say have the ability to build people up or tear them down, to bring life or cause damage.
James doesn’t sugarcoat it either. Controlling the tongue is one of the hardest things we’ll ever try to do, and on our own, we won’t get it right. That’s why we need the Lord to shape our hearts so our words begin to reflect His truth and His love.
We also see a clear contrast between two kinds of wisdom. One that comes from the world, full of pride and selfish ambition, and one that comes from above, marked by humility, peace, and righteousness. This chapter calls us to check not just what we say, but what’s driving it. Because what comes out of our mouth is always revealing what’s going on in our heart.
 

James 2. Day 65 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

James 2. Day 65 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: James 2(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
The Sin of Partiality.  The Royal Law of Love. Faith and Works. 
"For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead."  James 2:26
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In today’s episode of The New Testament in a Year, we walk through James chapter 2 and get really honest about what real faith actually looks like in our lives. This chapter challenges us to stop showing favoritism and to take a hard look at the biases we may carry without even realizing it. God makes it clear that faith isn’t about how we treat the people who are easy to love, but how we treat everyone.
We also lean into what Scripture calls the “royal law” which is simply this: love your neighbor as yourself. That’s not just a nice idea, it’s the standard for how we live as followers of Jesus.
Then we get to one of the most important truths in the chapter: faith and action go hand in hand. James makes it clear that real faith isn’t just something we say, it’s something we live out. We’ll look at the lives of Abraham and Rahab and see how their faith showed up in what they did. Because at the end of the day, if our faith isn’t changing how we live, it’s time to ask if it’s truly alive.
 

James 1. Day 64 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

James 1. Day 64 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: James 1(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
Trials and Joy. Wisdom from God. The Rich and the Poor. 
"Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance." James 1:2-3
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we begin the book of James and are focusing on how to live out faith in the middle of trials and temptations. We explore the paradox of finding joy in trials, emphasizing that these challenges test our faith, leading to perseverance and ultimately spiritual maturity. It highlights the importance of seeking wisdom from God, essential for navigating life's trials and making decisions that align with His will, while stressing the need to ask in faith without succumbing to doubt.

Galatians 6. Day 63 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Galatians 6. Day 63 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 6(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
Bearing One Another's Burdens.  Sowing and Reaping.  Final Instructions. 
 
"Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up" Galatians 6:9 
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we read Galatians Chapter 6, focusing on its significant themes and practical advice for living a life guided by the Spirit. This chapter concludes Paul's letter to the Galatians with important instructions on how believers can support each other, the consequences of our actions, and the transformative power of the cross of Christ.

Galatians 5. Day 62 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Galatians 5. Day 62 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 5(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
Stand Firm in Freedom.  Fruit of the Spirit.  The Law Fulfilled Through Love. 
 
"For you were called to be free, brothers and sisters; only don’t use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but serve one another through love." Galatians 5:13
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we embark on a journey through Galatians Chapter 5, exploring the dynamic themes of freedom, love, and spiritual transformation central to Paul's message. This chapter is crucial, as it addresses the essence of Christian freedom.  Highlighting that this liberty is not an excuse for self-indulgence but a call to serve one another through love. The episode we discuss Paul's persuasive arguments against returning to the restrictive yoke of the law and advocates for a life guided by the Spirit.

Galatians 4. Day 61 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Galatians 4. Day 61 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 4(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
Spiritual Adoption. Freedom from the Law.  Living as Children of Promise.
 "So you are no longer a slave but a son, and if a son, then God has made you an heir." Galatians 4:7
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we explore Galatians Chapter 4, a rich and profound passage where Paul delves into the themes of spiritual adoption, freedom from the law, and living as children of promise. Through his heartfelt and instructive letter to the Galatians, Paul warns against returning to the bondage of the law and passionately encourages embracing the liberty found in faith in Christ.
Listeners are guided through the intricate concepts of how we, once slaves to basic principles, are now considered sons and daughters of God, fully adopted into His family. This monumental shift from slave to heir is vividly illustrated through the allegory of Sarah and Hagar, highlighting the difference between being bound by the law and being free through the promise of faith.
This episode is not just a study but a journey into understanding our place in God's story, challenging us to live out our faith in the light of our newfound freedom and identity as God's children.
 

Galatians 3. Day 60 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Galatians 3. Day 60 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 3(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
 
Faith vs Works.  Purpose of the Law.  Unity in Christ.  
 
"Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, because it is written, Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree."  Galatians 3:13
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we dive into Galatians Chapter 3, focusing on Paul's compelling argument against the Galatians' confusion of law and faith. This chapter is pivotal in understanding the core of Christian faith—justification by faith in Christ alone, rather than by adhering to the law. Through detailed exploration, the episode highlights key themes such as the contrast between faith and works of the law, the law's purpose as a guide leading to Christ, and the unifying power of belief in Christ that transcends cultural and societal divisions. It clarifies these theological concepts, making them relatable and applicable to daily life, while also encouraging listeners, especially those new to the Bible, to discover the richness of living a faith-based life.

Galatians 2. Day 59 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Galatians 2. Day 59 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 2(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
Paul's Authority.  Justification by Faith.  Paul Confronts Peter.  
 
"I do not set aside the grace of God, for if righteousness comes through the law, then Christ died for nothing."  Galatians 2:21
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," hosted by Sean Bailey, we delve into Galatians Chapter 2 from the Christian Standard Bible (CSB), providing listeners with a deeper understanding of the complexities and pivotal moments in the early Christian church as outlined by Paul. The episode begins with a concise review of Galatians Chapter 1, setting the stage for the discussions and conflicts that arise in Chapter 2.
As we explore Galatians Chapter 2, we're guided through three key events: Paul's visit to Jerusalem to confirm the gospel he preaches with the leaders of the early Christian church, the contentious debate over whether Gentile converts need to be circumcised according to Jewish law, and Paul's bold confrontation with Peter over his hypocrisy in Antioch. These events highlight the early church's struggles with unity and doctrine, and Paul's unwavering commitment to the truth of the gospel.

Galatians 1. Day 58 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Galatians 1. Day 58 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 1(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
 
Paul's Authority as an Apostle.   Warning Against False Doctrine.  Paul's Testimony.
 
"For am I now trying to persuade people, or God? Or am I striving to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ." Galatians 1:10
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we delve into the events and teachings of Galatians Chapter 1. Listeners will journey through Paul's letter to the churches in Galatia, where he passionately defends the gospel of grace against the influence of false teachers. This episode offers a detailed exploration of Paul's authority as an apostle, the contrast between the true gospel and legalistic teachings, and the transformative power of God's grace as seen in Paul's personal testimony. Through insightful analysis and practical application, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of essential Christian doctrines and be encouraged in their faith journey.
Galatians 1. Day 58 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Galatians 1(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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NTIY Website: www.newtestamentinayear.com
Episode Highlights:
 
Paul's Authority as an Apostle.   Warning Against False Doctrine.  Paul's Testimony.
 
"For am I now trying to persuade people, or God? Or am I striving to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Christ." Galatians 1:10
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we delve into the events and teachings of Galatians Chapter 1. Listeners will journey through Paul's letter to the churches in Galatia, where he passionately defends the gospel of grace against the influence of false teachers. This episode offers a detailed exploration of Paul's authority as an apostle, the contrast between the true gospel and legalistic teachings, and the transformative power of God's grace as seen in Paul's personal testimony. Through insightful analysis and practical application, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of essential Christian doctrines and be encouraged in their faith journey.
 

Hebrews 13. Day 57 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Hebrews 13. Day 57 - The New Testament in a Year
Episode Notes: 
Today's Scripture: Hebrews 13(CSB)
Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a Year
Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan
Contact Sean through email here:  seanbailey1985@gmail.com
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Episode Highlights:
Hospitality and Compassion.  Contentment and Trust in God.  Leadership and Spiritual Authority. 
 
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever." Hebrews 13:8
 
In this episode of "The New Testament in a Year," we explore Hebrews Chapter 13, the final chapter of this profound letter. As we journey through this text, we uncover the practical instructions for Christian living laid out by the author. From the call to radical hospitality and compassion to the encouragement to find contentment in Christ alone, we delve into the timeless truths that resonate with believers today. Additionally, we examine the significance of honoring spiritual leaders and submitting to their authority with humility. Through a detailed reading of Hebrews 13, listeners gain valuable insights into how to live out their faith authentically and wholeheartedly in a world filled with challenges and distractions.