The Bible with Benjamin Lee

E102: Serve One Another

Summary The conversation explores the concept of servanthood and its practical application in the context of loving God and serving one another. It emphasizes the importance of serving as a demonstration of love for God and the building up of the body of Christ. The call to serve is rooted in the freedom found in Christ and the responsibility to live as servants. Takeaways * Servanthood is a practical demonstration of love for God and a means of building up the body of Christ. * Serving one another is a call rooted in the freedom found in Christ and the responsibility to live as servants. Chapters * 00:00 The Reality of Servanthood * 05:10 Serving One Another and Loving God * 14:04 Manifesting Love for God to the World * 24:48 What Serving Looks Like

E101: Don't Grow Weary In Well-Doing

Summary In this episode, we explore the timeless challenge of staying faithful and motivated in doing good, especially when life becomes difficult. Through the example of Jeremiah and the teachings of Jesus, Paul, and others, you'll learn practical insights on maintaining perseverance and love for God amidst adversity. Key Topics: * Jeremiah’s faithfulness despite suffering (Jeremiah 19) * Jesus’ example of service and endurance (John 4, Mark 10, Matthew 16) * The importance of perspective: eternal focus, love for God, and trust in His bigger plan * How to avoid weariness by relying on God's grace. * The significance of community support and encouragement in persistence * The role of understanding God's love and our identity in Christ * Practical ways to stay motivated: prayer, scripture, endurance, and love * The danger of engaging in works of the flesh that hinder spiritual growth * The impact of maintaining the right mindset on the health of the church Timestamps:00:00 - Jeremiah’s perseverance despite personal suffering 02:11 - Jeremiah’s symbolic act of breaking the jar as a sign of judgment 04:35 - Jeremiah’s emotional struggles and his commitment to God's word 07:57 - Love for God as the foundation of perseverance (Mark 12:29-30) 08:55 - How weariness affects Christians and the importance of not giving up 10:24 - The significance of helping one another and bearing burdens (Galatians 6:1-2) 12:12 - Persevering through challenges like false teaching and slow results 15:05 - Jesus as our ultimate example of service and endurance 16:57 - Jesus’ patience with the apostles and their growth 19:50 - Jesus’ prayer for His disciples highlights His ultimate purpose 21:19 - Jesus’ perspective on eternity as a motivation to endure 22:46 - The apostles’ example of perseverance under persecution (Acts 4, Acts 14) 25:33 - Paul’s perspective in suffering (2 Corinthians 4:16-18) 26:32 - Relying on God's grace (1 Corinthians 15:10) 28:04 - The importance of love and a Christ-like attitude in staying motivated 30:46 - Recognizing what is at stake: eternal life and the church’s health 32:38 - The destructive impact of works of the flesh (Galatians 5) 33:40 - Building up the church through Spirit-led love and unity 34:44 - The role of encouragement and spiritual maturity in growth 36:12 - The importance of evangelism and avoiding burnout 37:11 - The challenge of helping others and staying committed 38:38 - Continuing to excel in doing good and helping the church flourish 39:07 - Making a conscious decision to stay faithful every day 40:09 - The promise of harvest and eternal reward (Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 6)

E100: Biblical Traditions and Traditions of Men

Summary Benjamin Lee explores the importance of biblical traditions versus man-made traditions, emphasizing the authority of God's word and the dangers of elevating human traditions above scripture. He discusses how to identify true biblical traditions, reject errors, and follow the apostolic pattern for faith and practice. Chapters 00:00 Exploring Biblical and Man-Made Traditions 04:49 Understanding the Categories of Tradition 10:07 The Importance of Apostolic Tradition 15:08 Identifying Error in Traditions 19:49 Tradition as a Matter of Choice 24:48 The Authority of God's Word Over Tradition 29:46 The Danger of Ancient Traditions 34:58 Conclusion: Standing Firm in Truth Podcasts: ⁠ [https://icandopodcast.com]https://icandopodcast.com⁠ [https://icandopodcast.com⁠] Youtube: ⁠ [https://youtube.com/@icandopodcast?si=I8HgXdG5s9McrQ-G]https://youtube.com/@icandopodcast?si=I8HgXdG5s9McrQ-G⁠ [https://youtube.com/@icandopodcast?si=I8HgXdG5s9McrQ-G⁠] Blogs: ⁠ [https://benjaminlee.blog]https://benjaminlee.blog⁠ [https://benjaminlee.blog⁠] Books: ⁠ [https://benjaminlee.blog/books-2/]https://benjaminlee.blog/books-2/⁠ [https://benjaminlee.blog/books-2/⁠] Merch: ⁠ [https://benjaminlee.blog/resources/#!/]https://benjaminlee.blog/resources/#!/ [https://benjaminlee.blog/resources/#!/]

E99: The Lord's Supper or the Eucharist?

The conversation delves into the significance of the Eucharist and the doctrine of transubstantiation within the Catholic Church. It explores the misinterpretation of John Chapter Six and the implications of man-made traditions on biblical teachings. Chapters * 00:00 Introduction to Catholic Church Questions * 21:33 Misinterpretation of John Chapter Six

E98: Reading Romans Ch 1:8-16

Summary This episode explores Romans 1:8-16, highlighting Paul's love for the saints, his persistent prayer life, and his passionate commitment to the gospel. Discover how Paul's attitude can inspire us to deepen our faith and share the gospel boldly. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Romans and Faith 02:52 Paul's Affection and Desire for the Saints 05:49 The Power of the Gospel and Paul's Commitment