We Know (1 John) - Lesson 5: Knowing Christ = Loving God | 1 John 2:3-6 | Deep in the Bible 35

We Know (1 John) - Lesson 5: Knowing Christ = Loving God | 1 John 2:3-6 | Deep in the Bible 35

In this episode of the Deep in the Bible podcast, host Timothy Agee continues the "We Know" series with an insightful look at 1 John 2:3-6, exploring how believers can truly know that they have a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ. Discover how the Apostle John directly refutes the mystical claims of early Gnosticism by establishing a clear, practical test: true knowledge and active, agape love for God are always demonstrated when we keep His commandments. Timothy breaks down the essential distinction between treating obedience as a "characteristic" of a true believer rather than "criteria" to earn salvation, connecting John's teachings back to Moses in Deuteronomy and Jesus in the Gospels. Learn what it truly means to strengthen your vertical relationship with God and walk just as Jesus walked. A study guide is available for this episode and can be downloaded from our website:  https://deepinthebible.com [https://deepinthebible.com/] Episodes can be watched in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible [https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible] Follow Deep in the Bible on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/ [https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/] Follow Deep in the Bible on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible [https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible] Subscribe to our newsletter:  https://ditb.s.gy/news [https://ditb.s.gy/news] ABOUT THE DEEP IN THE BIBLE PODCAST Deep in the Bible is a weekly video and audio podcast for those who want a guided, in-depth study of God’s Word. This podcast is hosted by Timothy Agee who has been a preacher and teacher of God’s Word for over 30 years. Theme Music Composed by Sara Agee © 2025 Sara Agee | All Rights Reserved

We Know (1 John) - Lesson 4: The Privileges of Knowing Christ | 1 John 2:1-2 | Deep in the Bible 34

In this episode of the Deep in the Bible Podcast, host Timothy Agee dives into lesson four of the "We Know" series, exploring the opening verses of First John chapter 2. Moving past the chapter breaks, Timothy recaps the powerful truths of chapter 1—highlighting God as pure light—before shifting focus to the incredible privileges believers have through true fellowship with Christ. This deep-dive Bible study unpacks the profound theological meanings behind Jesus as our divine Advocate and our perfect Propitiation (atoning sacrifice), drawing parallel insights from Hebrews 4 and Romans 3 and 5 to show how Christ's ultimate sacrifice is available to the entire world. A study guide is available for this episode and can be downloaded from our website:  https://deepinthebible.com [https://deepinthebible.com/] Episodes can be watched in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible [https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible] Follow Deep in the Bible on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/ [https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/] Follow Deep in the Bible on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible [https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible] ABOUT THE DEEP IN THE BIBLE PODCAST Deep in the Bible is a weekly video and audio podcast for those who want a guided, in-depth study of God’s Word. This podcast is hosted by Timothy Agee who has been a preacher and teacher of God’s Word for over 30 years. Theme Music Composed by Sara Agee © 2025 Sara Agee | All Rights Reserved

We Know (1 John) - Lesson 3: Walking in God's Light | 1 John 1:5-10 | Deep in the Bible 33

In this episode of the Deep in the Bible podcast, host Timothy Agee continues the series "We Know" with an in-depth, verse-by-verse study of 1 John 1:5-10. Exploring the profound nature of God as light and the impossibility of darkness existing within Him, this lesson directly confronts early Gnostic heresies that claimed physical actions do not impact spiritual well-being. By breaking down five contrasting "if statements," Timothy illustrates the inseparable relationship between fellowship and divine forgiveness, demonstrating why true believers cannot walk in darkness while claiming a relationship with God. Whether you are looking to deepen your understanding of the Epistle of First John, study God's holiness, or learn what it truly means to confess sins and walk in the light, this video provides foundational truths for your spiritual growth. A study guide is available for this episode and can be downloaded from our website:  https://deepinthebible.com [https://deepinthebible.com/] Episodes can be watched in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible [https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible] Follow Deep in the Bible on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/ [https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/] Follow Deep in the Bible on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible [https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible] ABOUT THE DEEP IN THE BIBLE PODCAST Deep in the Bible is a weekly video and audio podcast for those who want a guided, in-depth study of God’s Word. This podcast is hosted by Timothy Agee who has been a preacher and teacher of God’s Word for over 30 years. Theme Music Composed by Sara Agee © 2025 Sara Agee | All Rights Reserved

We Know (1 John) - Lesson 2: The Who, What, & Why | 1 John 1:1-4 | Deep in the Bible 32

In this episode of the Deep in the Bible podcast, host Timothy Agee dives into the first four verses of 1 John Chapter 1 to uncover the Who, What, and Why of this powerful New Testament letter. In Lesson 2 from our "We Know" series, Timothy explores how the Apostle John acts as an eyewitness to the Word of Life (Logos), firmly refuting early Gnostic heresies by declaring that Jesus Christ (the Word of life) came in the flesh. Discover why this ancient message remains incredibly relevant 2,000 years later in a world facing similar cultural challenges, and learn how true Biblical fellowship (koinonia) connects us directly to a community of believers, the Father, and the Son. A study guide is available for this episode and can be downloaded from our website:  https://deepinthebible.com [https://deepinthebible.com/] Episodes can be watched in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible [https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible] Follow Deep in the Bible on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/ [https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/] Follow Deep in the Bible on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible [https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible] ABOUT THE DEEP IN THE BIBLE PODCAST Deep in the Bible is a weekly video and audio podcast for those who want a guided, in-depth study of God’s Word. This podcast is hosted by Timothy Agee who has been a preacher and teacher of God’s Word for over 30 years. Theme Music Composed by Sara Agee © 2025 Sara Agee | All Rights Reserved

We Know (1 John) - Lesson 1: Introduction | Deep in the Bible 31

Welcome to the premiere episode of our new series, "We Know," a verse-by-verse study of the Epistle of First John! In this introduction, host Timothy Agee leverages his 30+ years of ministry experience to lay the essential groundwork for understanding this powerful New Testament letter. Who wrote First John? Why is it historically linked to the Apostle John despite being anonymous? Timothy dives into the internal and external evidence connecting this letter to the Gospel of John, while unpacking the critical historical context of the message. You'll learn how this letter was written in the late first century to defend the true gospel against the dangerous early heresies of Gnosticism and dualism. Grab your Bible, download your free study guide at deepinthebible.com, and let’s get deep into the word of God together! A study guide is available for this episode and can be downloaded from our website:  https://deepinthebible.com [https://deepinthebible.com/] Episodes can be watched in video format on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible [https://www.youtube.com/@deepinthebible] Follow Deep in the Bible on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/ [https://www.instagram.com/deepinthebible/] Follow Deep in the Bible on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible [https://www.facebook.com/deepinthebible] ABOUT THE DEEP IN THE BIBLE PODCAST Deep in the Bible is a weekly video and audio podcast for those who want a guided, in-depth study of God’s Word. This podcast is hosted by Timothy Agee who has been a preacher and teacher of God’s Word for over 30 years. Theme Music Composed by Sara Agee © 2025 Sara Agee | All Rights Reserved