The Bible Friends

What Are the Core Doctrines of Christianity? | Episode 15

In this episode of The Bible Friends, we tackle one of the biggest questions many Christians wrestle with today: How do we know what’s truly biblical when there are so many different interpretations? Together, we walk through the core doctrines of the Christian faith and discuss the foundational truths that believers cannot compromise on. From the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the true gospel, to the deity of Christ, monotheism, and the doctrine of the Trinity, we open Scripture to examine what God’s Word clearly teaches. We also discuss several false gospels that are common today—including prosperity, legalism, therapeutic Christianity, and universalism—and why it’s so important to test every teaching against Scripture. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or confused by conflicting teachings online, this conversation is meant to encourage you to stand confidently on the truth of God’s Word and remain rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ. GotQuestions Article: What are the essentials of the Christian faith? | GotQuestions.org [https://www.gotquestions.org/essentials-Christian-faith.html]

Studying Romans 8 Together | Flesh vs Spirit | Episode 14

Join us on The Bible Friends as we sit down for an in-depth Bible study through Romans 7 and 8, exploring what it means to walk by the Spirit, struggle against the flesh, and live in the freedom Christ purchased for believers. Together we trace cross-references throughout Scripture—including Galatians 5, Ephesians 1, Matthew 5, Romans 5, and more—to see how Scripture interprets Scripture and points us to the hope found in Jesus Christ. In this episode we talk about: * Romans 8 explained * No condemnation in Christ * Walking by the Spirit * Flesh vs Spirit * Sanctification and the Christian life * Assurance of salvation * The indwelling Holy Spirit * Being adopted as children of God * How Scripture connects together * Encouragement for Christians struggling with sin Whether you are new to Bible study or have been studying Scripture for years, we hope this episode encourages you to open God’s Word, follow cross-references, and grow in your understanding of the gospel and the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer. 📖 Passages discussed: Romans 7–8, Galatians 5, Ephesians 1, Matthew 5, Romans 5, Colossians 3, 1 Corinthians 13, James 3, Hebrews 11, John 17, and more.

The Gospel According To Scripture | Episode 13

In this episode of The Bible Friends, we open Scripture to talk about the true gospel of Jesus Christ and what the Bible actually teaches about salvation. Together we walk through 1 Corinthians 15, Romans 10, John 10, Romans 5, James 2, and more as we discuss repentance, faith, grace, the resurrection of Christ, and why the gospel is far more than simply “Jesus loves you.” We also talk about the difference between the gospel itself and the fruit that comes from genuine salvation, the importance of sharing God’s Word faithfully, and why Christians are called to test every teaching and experience against Scripture. This conversation touches on modern testimony culture, prosperity gospel influences, sanctification, repentance, and what it truly means to be saved by grace through faith in Christ alone. Our prayer is that this episode encourages you to stay rooted in Scripture, to grow in discernment, and to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus Christ and Him crucified. 📖 Key Scriptures: • 1 Corinthians 15 • Romans 10 • John 10 • Romans 5 • James 2 • Isaiah 53 • 1 Timothy 6 • Hebrews 4 • Matthew 7 Welcome to The Bible Friends, where we gather around God’s Word to seek truth together. We believe Scripture is sufficient, authoritative, and living, and that every belief and experience should be tested against it.

When You’re Weak, He Is Strong | Real Talk on Trials & Faith | Episode 12

When you feel weak, discouraged, or overwhelmed—what does it actually look like to stay strong in your faith? In this episode of The Bible Friends, we talk about trials, suffering, and the reality of walking through hard seasons as believers. Through Scripture and personal experience, we unpack how God uses weakness to strengthen our faith and draw us closer to Him. From 2 Corinthians 12:9 to James 1:2-4, this conversation is a reminder that God’s grace is sufficient—and His strength is made perfect in our weakness.

Study of Galatians | Chapter 6 | Episode 11

In this episode of The Bible Friends, we wrap up our verse-by-verse journey through the book of Galatians by diving into chapter 6. Though it’s the final chapter, it’s full of rich instruction on what it truly looks like to live out the gospel. Together, we explore themes like restoring others with gentleness, carrying one another’s burdens, personal responsibility before God, and the powerful principle of sowing and reaping. We also unpack the contrast between living by the flesh and living by the Spirit, and what it means to boast in the cross of Christ alone. As always, we encourage you to follow along in your Bible as we study in context, compare translations, and dig into the meaning behind the text. Whether you’ve been with us throughout this Galatians study or you’re just joining in, this conversation will help you better understand how the true gospel transforms the way we live. Key Topics: * Restoring others in humility and gentleness * Carrying burdens vs. personal accountability * Sowing and reaping: eternal consequences of our choices * Living by the Spirit vs. the flesh * Boasting only in the cross of Christ * What it means to be a new creation We hope this study encourages you to remain rooted in the truth of God’s Word and to live it out daily. Don’t forget to: 📖 Read through the entire book of Galatians for full context 🎧 Subscribe for more Bible studies and conversations 💬 Share this episode with a friend who wants to grow in their understanding of Scripture “May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.” – Galatians 6:18