Baldhead Bible Podcast

I am continuing my series on the messages I delivered at various camp chapels this summer. Throughout the season, I shared stories from Jesus' life and explored what it means to be a disciple. This week, we focus on the idea that being a disciple requires us to rely on Jesus to meet all of our needs. Drawing from the story of the feeding of the 5,000 found in the gospels, we observe how Jesus, upon learning about the death of H...

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Today I am taking a short break from the Acts series and instead posting what I am preaching at the various camps I have the privilege of speaking at this summer. I am focusing on stories from the life of Jesus and challenging the kids with Jesus' call to radical discipleship. I recorded this first sermon while walking some of the trails at Trout Creek Bible Camp in Corbett, OR. In this first sermon, I ch...

In this episode, we delve into the journey of Paul as he begins his third missionary journey. Right away, he faces a riot in Ephesus, a major influential city in ancient Asia Minor. We explore Paul's encounters with Apollos, an eloquent speaker who learns about the complete baptism in Jesus, and with disciples of John who realize they need to understand who Jesus truly is. The episode also covers a dramatic story involving the sons...

In this episode, we explore Paul's transition from preaching in Athens to his missionary work in Corinth. We delve into his initial strategies to reach the Athenian intellectuals and his subsequent efforts to spread the gospel among the pleasure-seeking Corinthians. Paul’s journey also highlights the significance of his work as a tent maker, which provided both income and opportunities to engage with the local community. Additional...

We are BACK. We were away for a month, but now we're back and moving on with the story of the church in the Book of Acts.

This week, we are examining how the Apostle Paul preached the gospel in the highly religious and philosophically diverse society of Athens. This video explores Paul's strategies for sharing the message of Jesus with Jewish people in synagogues and with pagan Greeks in the marketplace. Discover how Paul us...

In this episode, we follow Paul, Silas, and Timothy as they spread the gospel from Philippi to Thessalonica and beyond. From freeing a demon-possessed girl to igniting a cultural revolution in Thessalonica, witness how their teachings on Jesus as the Messiah disrupt societies and "turn the world upside down." Then follow Paul as he heads to Athens and finds a city full of idol after idol, and is invited to address the gre...

In this episode, we recount the story of Paul and Silas in Philippi, focusing on their imprisonment and the miraculous events that unfolded. Despite being beaten and thrown into the depths of a grim Roman prison, Paul and Silas turn to prayer and hymns, demonstrating unwavering faith. Their responses lead to an earthquake that opens their prison doors and the conversion of the jailer and his entire household. This story highlights ...

Join us as we delve into the inspiring and challenging journey of Paul and Silas in Philippi. From their encounter with Lydia, a wealthy businesswoman, to a transformative moment with a demon-possessed slave girl, this story highlights the power of the gospel to change lives. Witness Paul and Silas' unwavering faith despite severe persecution and explore the early expansion of Christianity into Europe. Learn important lessons on th...

In this episode, we explore the poignant story of Paul and Barnabas, two early church leaders whose sharp disagreement caused them to part ways. The disagreement over John Mark leads to their separation, but we do see that these three men always leave room for reconciliation. So, now, a new partner in ministry joins forces with Paul, and his name is Silas. Together Paul and Silas begin the second missionary journey to visit the chu...

Join us as we delve into Acts 15, where the early church faces its first major doctrinal dispute: How is one saved? Understand how the church leaders, including Peter, Paul, Barnabas, and James, debated the necessity of Jewish law for salvation and ultimately confirmed that salvation is by grace alone through faith alone. Learn about the cultural and religious tensions and how the early church addressed and resolved critical theolo...

The Book of Acts so far has followed the birth of the church and focused on Peter and the activities of the disciples in establishing the church in Jerusalem. But starting in Acts 13 we see a new focus, a focus on Paul, previously called Saul, and his work of spreading the gospel to the Gentiles. This week, we are telling the story of Paul and Barnabas and the exciting adventures they experienced during their first missionary journ...

In today's episode, we see Peter pulling another miracle escape. But it's not because he is an early Harry Houdini. No. It is because Peter serves a miracle-producing God. We hear the story of his escape, but then we also hear of the tragic death of Herod Agrippa the First. Who instead of giving glory to God, decided to take it all for himself and paid the ultimate price. Listen to this weeks episode to hear of the last great adven...

We are sharing the story of Saul of Tarsus, who was once a persecutor of Jesus' followers but has now been radically transformed by faith. The gospel has changed him from a persecutor into a believer. If you have ever wondered about the power of the gospel to change someone’s life, please take the time to listen to today's story and be encouraged. The gospel is real, and lives can be changed—even those who seem most hardened to it....

In today's story, we meet a man named Phillip. We also hear of believers being severely persecuted for their faith led by a man named Saul. But they stand firm and continue proclaiming Christ no matter the cost. Phillip is one of them who, because of the persecution, has to leave Jerusalem, and he eventually arrives in an area called Samaria. There, he encounters a dark spiritual force led by Simon the sorcerer. What will happe...

In this episode, we will tell the story of Stephen. The Bible describes him as a man full of faith who was a powerful preacher and debater. He was so skilled at defending the faith that everyone who debated with him would lose. Stephen played a significant role in turning Jerusalem upside down and bringing in many converts. However, the Sanhedrin was determined to stop this and was willing to go to great lengths, including killing ...