The Bible Guys
The Bible Guys, featuring Jeff Forester & Chris Zarbaugh, is a daily podcast with two guys who like talking about the Bible in fun and practical ways! We think you can grow as much as you want to grow and a daily devotional can help. Join us every Monday thru Friday and get ready for some laughs, engaging stories, and unexpected Bible conversations.
Episodes
January 31, 2026 • 3 mins
A Big Announcement | The Bible Guys
Jeff and Chris have an important update for The Bible Guys! The podcast will be taking a short pause for a few months, but you won’t be left without encouragement—there’s still content coming to help you grow in your faith.
🎧 Watch the video to hear the full announcement and what’s next!
#TheDailyBibleGuys #BibleStudyPodcast #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #StayConnected
Jeff and Chris have an important update for The Bible Guys! The podcast will be taking a short pause for a few months, but you won’t be left without encouragement—there’s still content coming to help you grow in your faith.
🎧 Watch the video to hear the full announcement and what’s next!
#TheDailyBibleGuys #BibleStudyPodcast #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction #StayConnected
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January 30, 2026 • 25 mins
Episode 870:
In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ warning in Matthew 7:21–29 about hearing His words versus actually living them out. We discuss why religious activity alone doesn’t equal real faith and how obedience reveals what’s truly rooted in our hearts. Jesus closes the Sermon on the Mount by calling us to build our lives on solid rock—not sand.
In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ warning in Matthew 7:21–29 about hearing His words versus actually living them out. We discuss why religious activity alone doesn’t equal real faith and how obedience reveals what’s truly rooted in our hearts. Jesus closes the Sermon on the Mount by calling us to build our lives on solid rock—not sand.
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January 29, 2026 • 25 mins
Episode 869:
In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ teaching on the narrow gate in Matthew 7:13–14 and how it connects to persecution and discipleship. We discuss why following Christ requires intentional choice and why swimming against the cultural current often brings resistance. This conversation reminds us that while the road may be difficult, Jesus offers the full and abundant life found only through Him.
In this episode, we unpack Jesus’ teaching on the narrow gate in Matthew 7:13–14 and how it connects to persecution and discipleship. We discuss why following Christ requires intentional choice and why swimming against the cultural current often brings resistance. This conversation reminds us that while the road may be difficult, Jesus offers the full and abundant life found only through Him.
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January 28, 2026 • 26 mins
Episode 868:
In this episode, we examine Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:11 about being blessed through persecution for our faith. Through personal stories and global examples, we explore why suffering for Christ can strengthen belief, clarify what we truly believe, and point our hearts toward eternity. This conversation challenges us to live with courage and faithfulness, even when following Jesus comes at a cost.
In this episode, we examine Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:11 about being blessed through persecution for our faith. Through personal stories and global examples, we explore why suffering for Christ can strengthen belief, clarify what we truly believe, and point our hearts toward eternity. This conversation challenges us to live with courage and faithfulness, even when following Jesus comes at a cost.
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January 27, 2026 • 26 mins
Episode 867:
In this episode, we dive into Matthew 5:43–48 and Jesus’ call to love our enemies. We explore how loving those who oppose us is an act of peacemaking that reflects God’s complete and impartial love. This conversation challenges us to move beyond spiritual mediocrity and grow into a mature, Christlike faith that chooses grace over retaliation.
In this episode, we dive into Matthew 5:43–48 and Jesus’ call to love our enemies. We explore how loving those who oppose us is an act of peacemaking that reflects God’s complete and impartial love. This conversation challenges us to move beyond spiritual mediocrity and grow into a mature, Christlike faith that chooses grace over retaliation.
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January 26, 2026 • 25 mins
Episode 866:
In this episode, we explore Jesus’ teaching on anger, forgiveness, and reconciliation in Matthew 5. We discuss how peace isn’t passive—it’s something we actively work for, even when it’s uncomfortable. By unpacking righteous anger versus destructive resentment, we see how unresolved conflict affects both our freedom and our relationship with God. This conversation challenges us to choose blessing by becoming true peace...
In this episode, we explore Jesus’ teaching on anger, forgiveness, and reconciliation in Matthew 5. We discuss how peace isn’t passive—it’s something we actively work for, even when it’s uncomfortable. By unpacking righteous anger versus destructive resentment, we see how unresolved conflict affects both our freedom and our relationship with God. This conversation challenges us to choose blessing by becoming true peace...
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January 23, 2026 • 24 mins
Episode 865:
In this episode, we dive into Jesus’ words: “Blessed are the peacemakers.” True peace doesn’t come from avoidance or politeness—it requires intentional effort, wisdom, and sometimes sacrifice. We explore biblical peacemaking, conflict, and what it means to live as God’s ambassadors in a broken world. A practical and challenging conversation on cultivating real peace.
In this episode, we dive into Jesus’ words: “Blessed are the peacemakers.” True peace doesn’t come from avoidance or politeness—it requires intentional effort, wisdom, and sometimes sacrifice. We explore biblical peacemaking, conflict, and what it means to live as God’s ambassadors in a broken world. A practical and challenging conversation on cultivating real peace.
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January 22, 2026 • 24 mins
Episode 864:
In this episode, we explore Jesus’ teaching on words, vows, and integrity in Matthew 5. A pure heart produces honest speech—where yes truly means yes and no means no. We discuss why Jesus warns against careless swearing and how reputation flows from consistent character. A practical conversation on truthfulness, trust, and living with integrity.
In this episode, we explore Jesus’ teaching on words, vows, and integrity in Matthew 5. A pure heart produces honest speech—where yes truly means yes and no means no. We discuss why Jesus warns against careless swearing and how reputation flows from consistent character. A practical conversation on truthfulness, trust, and living with integrity.
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January 21, 2026 • 24 mins
Episode 863:
In this episode, we examine Jesus’ hard words about lust and purity of heart in Matthew 5. Jesus isn’t calling for outward rule-keeping, but radical, decisive action to protect an undivided heart. We discuss why temptation isn’t the same as sin and how removing sources of compromise can lead to freedom. God truly blesses those who choose purity—even when it feels costly.
In this episode, we examine Jesus’ hard words about lust and purity of heart in Matthew 5. Jesus isn’t calling for outward rule-keeping, but radical, decisive action to protect an undivided heart. We discuss why temptation isn’t the same as sin and how removing sources of compromise can lead to freedom. God truly blesses those who choose purity—even when it feels costly.
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January 20, 2026 • 24 mins
Episode 862:
In this episode, we explore the Beatitude “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Jesus’ call to purity isn’t about perfection, but about having an undivided, focused heart toward God. We talk about how distractions cloud our spiritual vision and how clarity accelerates spiritual growth. Discover how a pure heart helps you recognize God’s presence and movement in your life more clearly.
In this episode, we explore the Beatitude “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” Jesus’ call to purity isn’t about perfection, but about having an undivided, focused heart toward God. We talk about how distractions cloud our spiritual vision and how clarity accelerates spiritual growth. Discover how a pure heart helps you recognize God’s presence and movement in your life more clearly.
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January 19, 2026 • 22 mins
Episode 861:
In this episode, we explore Matthew 6 and the Beatitude, “Blessed are the merciful.” Jesus challenges us to examine our motives when doing good, reminding us that mercy is meant to glorify God, not ourselves. We discuss mercy as action, love as a verb, and the difference between public praise and eternal reward. A thoughtful conversation on humility, generosity, and storing up treasure in heaven.
In this episode, we explore Matthew 6 and the Beatitude, “Blessed are the merciful.” Jesus challenges us to examine our motives when doing good, reminding us that mercy is meant to glorify God, not ourselves. We discuss mercy as action, love as a verb, and the difference between public praise and eternal reward. A thoughtful conversation on humility, generosity, and storing up treasure in heaven.
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January 16, 2026 • 26 mins
Episode 860:
In this episode, we dive into the powerful and challenging topic of forgiveness and how it shapes our relationship with God. Drawing from the Beatitudes, the Lord’s Prayer, and passages like Matthew 6 and Ephesians 4:32, we unpack the difference between judicial forgiveness and relational forgiveness, and why unforgiveness can hinder our spiritual peace. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on their own heart...
In this episode, we dive into the powerful and challenging topic of forgiveness and how it shapes our relationship with God. Drawing from the Beatitudes, the Lord’s Prayer, and passages like Matthew 6 and Ephesians 4:32, we unpack the difference between judicial forgiveness and relational forgiveness, and why unforgiveness can hinder our spiritual peace. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on their own heart...
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January 15, 2026 • 24 mins
Episode 859:
In this episode, we explore the Beatitude, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy,” unpacking mercy as compassionate action, not just a feeling. We reflect on God’s undeserved mercy toward us and how a transformed heart naturally extends that same grace to others, drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and powerful testimonies. This conversation invites listeners to examine their own lives and consi...
In this episode, we explore the Beatitude, “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy,” unpacking mercy as compassionate action, not just a feeling. We reflect on God’s undeserved mercy toward us and how a transformed heart naturally extends that same grace to others, drawing from Scripture, personal stories, and powerful testimonies. This conversation invites listeners to examine their own lives and consi...
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January 14, 2026 • 23 mins
Episode 858:
In this episode, Chris and Jeff dive into Matthew 6:19–24, exploring Jesus’ powerful teaching on treasure, wealth, and where our hearts truly lie. Through stories like Howard Hughes’ unfulfilled pursuit of riches and a modern example of generosity, they reveal the emptiness of chasing earthly wealth and the fulfillment found in investing in God’s kingdom. This episode challenges listeners to examine their priorities, r...
In this episode, Chris and Jeff dive into Matthew 6:19–24, exploring Jesus’ powerful teaching on treasure, wealth, and where our hearts truly lie. Through stories like Howard Hughes’ unfulfilled pursuit of riches and a modern example of generosity, they reveal the emptiness of chasing earthly wealth and the fulfillment found in investing in God’s kingdom. This episode challenges listeners to examine their priorities, r...
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January 13, 2026 • 22 mins
Episode 857:
In this episode, we explore Matthew 5:6 and what it truly means to hunger and thirst for righteousness. We unpack how Jesus challenged the Pharisees’ view of righteousness, fulfilled the law rather than abolishing it, and what that means for salvation, grace, and everyday faith. Along the way, we connect Scripture to real life, culture, and even classic rock, encouraging listeners to see the Bible’s lasting relevance a...
In this episode, we explore Matthew 5:6 and what it truly means to hunger and thirst for righteousness. We unpack how Jesus challenged the Pharisees’ view of righteousness, fulfilled the law rather than abolishing it, and what that means for salvation, grace, and everyday faith. Along the way, we connect Scripture to real life, culture, and even classic rock, encouraging listeners to see the Bible’s lasting relevance a...
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January 12, 2026 • 25 mins
Episode 856:
Chris and Jeff explore Matthew 5:6, unpacking what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness and why Jesus blesses desire, not perfection. They discuss how spiritual longing mirrors physical hunger, sharing biblical insights and a personal story that highlights our deep need for God’s presence. This episode offers encouragement for anyone feeling discouraged in their faith, reminding listeners that true satisfact...
Chris and Jeff explore Matthew 5:6, unpacking what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness and why Jesus blesses desire, not perfection. They discuss how spiritual longing mirrors physical hunger, sharing biblical insights and a personal story that highlights our deep need for God’s presence. This episode offers encouragement for anyone feeling discouraged in their faith, reminding listeners that true satisfact...
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January 9, 2026 • 27 mins
Episode 855:
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff wrestle with Jesus’ challenging command to love our enemies and what it looks like to live that out in real life. Through honest conversation, personal stories, and biblical insight, they explore how love is shown through action, rooted in God’s common grace. Listeners are encouraged to seek wisdom, choose kindness over instinct, and reflect Christ’s love even in diffic...
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff wrestle with Jesus’ challenging command to love our enemies and what it looks like to live that out in real life. Through honest conversation, personal stories, and biblical insight, they explore how love is shown through action, rooted in God’s common grace. Listeners are encouraged to seek wisdom, choose kindness over instinct, and reflect Christ’s love even in diffic...
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January 8, 2026 • 26 mins
Episode 854:
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff tackle a listener’s question about Jesus’ teaching to “turn the other cheek” and how it fits with the Old Testament principle of “an eye for an eye.” They explain the original purpose of the law, showing how Jesus shifts the focus from legal justice to personal responses marked by grace and mercy. Through biblical context and relatable stories, the hosts highlight how t...
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff tackle a listener’s question about Jesus’ teaching to “turn the other cheek” and how it fits with the Old Testament principle of “an eye for an eye.” They explain the original purpose of the law, showing how Jesus shifts the focus from legal justice to personal responses marked by grace and mercy. Through biblical context and relatable stories, the hosts highlight how t...
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January 7, 2026 • 25 mins
Episode 853:
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff explore the third Beatitude in Matthew 5:5, unpacking Jesus’ teaching that “the meek will inherit the earth.” They define meekness as strength under control, drawing powerful parallels between Moses and Jesus as examples of humble, disciplined strength. Listeners are encouraged to see meekness not as weakness, but as a Christlike way of living that reflects God’s charac...
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff explore the third Beatitude in Matthew 5:5, unpacking Jesus’ teaching that “the meek will inherit the earth.” They define meekness as strength under control, drawing powerful parallels between Moses and Jesus as examples of humble, disciplined strength. Listeners are encouraged to see meekness not as weakness, but as a Christlike way of living that reflects God’s charac...
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January 6, 2026 • 25 mins
Episode 852:
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff dive into Matthew 7 to explore Jesus’ teaching on humility, meekness, and what it really means to “not judge.” They unpack common misunderstandings about judgment, emphasizing self-awareness, grace, and approaching others with love rather than condemnation. Through relatable examples and practical insights, listeners are encouraged to choose humility, assume the best in...
In this episode of The Bible Guys, Chris and Jeff dive into Matthew 7 to explore Jesus’ teaching on humility, meekness, and what it really means to “not judge.” They unpack common misunderstandings about judgment, emphasizing self-awareness, grace, and approaching others with love rather than condemnation. Through relatable examples and practical insights, listeners are encouraged to choose humility, assume the best in...
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