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The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal
Reading the Bible shouldn't be a chore, it should be fun! Grab your cup of coffee and tune in to The Bible Explained podcast, where Jenn explains the Bible in a simplistic, approachable way. Launched in 2020, this podcast does not follow "the Bible in a year" format - it's more like "The Bible in a decade." Each weekday morning, you will hear Jenn read and discuss Scripture in a way that you (probably) have never experienced before. Touted by many listeners as "The best Bible-reading podcast…
Episodes
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 26 (From Christ) - King Agrippa is Almost Convinced into Christianity
Paul is on trial again, this time in front of King Agrippa: Why Paul's testimony is a great example for Christians trying to witness to others about the Gospel…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 20:1-15 (From Creation) - David Figures Out If Jonathon is Still His Friend
In today's episode: David visits Jonathon to ask him some questions David seems to test Jonathon to see if they are still friends or if Jonathon has betrayed…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 25:13-27 (From Christ) - Everyone is Guilty of Persecuting Jesus
Here's the discussion in today's episode: King Agrippa II and his sister/lover Bernice travel to visit Governor Festus Festus tells Agrippa about the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 19:11-24 (From Creation) - Saul Prophecies Naked
In today's hilarious portion of Scripture: Saul wants to kill David again, but Michal helps him escape out the window Michal pretends David is sick in order to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 19:1-10 (From Creation) - Emotions are Rarely the Truth
Saul is acting crazy again: Saul commands his servants and sons to kill David Jonathon warns David and convinces his dad not to kill David Saul agrees not to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 25:1-12 (From Christ) - Paul Appeals to Nero
In today's episode: Paul is stuck in prison for 2 years before his case is heard again What happened to governor Felix? A short history on governor Porcius…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 18:20-30 (From Creation) - David Finally Becomes Son-in-Law to the King
In today's episode, here's the discussion: Saul cheats David twice and tries for a third time David doesn't take the bait initially When he hears what the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 24 (From Christ) - How to Have a Clean Conscience Before God
Welcome to the 900th episode of the Bible Explained! Meanwhile, Paul is still hoping to be freed from prison: A guy named Tertullus makes a ridiculous case…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 18:10-19 (From Creation) - Saul Tries to Kill David 4 times in 10 Verses
Saul is flying off the deep end: In 10 short verses, Saul tries to kill David four times How could Saul "prophecy" while being tormented with an evil spirit?…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 18:1-9 (From Creation) - What's the Meaning of David and Jonathon's Relationship?
David and Jonathon have a unique friendship: Was David and Jonathon's friendship romantic or platonic? Why did Jonathon give David his clothes? How the bond…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 23:22-35 (From Christ) - Paul is Forced to Wait in Prison
Paul makes his way to Governor Felix: The Roman official guards Paul's life with 200 armed men and horses How God shows us that He is near What happens to the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 17:38-58 (From Creation) - David Fights Goliath With a Sling
David has been given permission to fight Goliath: King Saul tries to dress David in his own clothes and armor David sheds the armor and instead opts for 5…
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Guess What? I am Sick Again
The title says it all. I will be back on Wednesday with the account of David and Goliath's battle. Stay well! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 17:26-37 (From Creation) - The World Always Lies
David is about to go fight Goliath, but he encounters some problems: David's brother humiliates him in front of the other soldiers Why Eliab was angry at David…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 23:12-22 (From Christ) - The Weird Vow and the Threat to Paul's Life
In today's episode: Paul is stuck in prison while 40 men conspire to kill him Jesus assures Paul he will be safe from harm The 40 men take a vow of starvation…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 17:1-25 (From Creation) - Who was Goliath the Giant?
Today, we discuss one of the most famous stories in the Bible: The Israelites and the Philistines are warring again Goliath the giant successfully intimidates…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 23:1-11 (From Christ) - Paul Gets Punched in the Face; A History of High Priest Ananias
Paul is now making a statement in front of a group of violent priests: The High Priest commands someone to punch Paul in the mouth Paul insults the High…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 16:14-23 (From Creation) - Was Saul Saved?
Today, we discuss Saul's salvation: Can Christians be possessed? Was Saul a Christian if he was tormented by a demon? Why God may have sent the evil spirit to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 16:11-14 (From Creation) - An Introduction to David; Why Would God Allow an Evil Spirit to Torment Saul?
Jenn delves deeper into the introduction of David and why YHWH sent an evil spirit to Saul: The meaning of the name "David" Why God chose a little shepherd to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 22:23-30 (From Christ) - Paul's Roman Citizenship
In today's episode, we discuss Paul's Roman citizenship: Paul is nearly stoned by a mob of Jews The Roman official orders Paul to be brutally beaten Paul…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 16:1-12 (From Creation) - YHWH Looks at the Heart
After God rejects Saul, he tells Samuel to go anoint another king: Samuel asks God how he can keep from getting killed by Saul God leads Samuel to the home of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 21:37-22:1-22 (From Christ) - Stay Away From Divisive Things Like Genealogies
Paul addresses the mob after almost getting beat to death. Here's what happens: Paul switches from Greek to Hebrew language Paul tells the story of his…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 15:24-35 (From Creation) - One Sin With Massive Ramifications
Saul's insecure heart becomes abundantly clear in today's episode: Saul admits to Samuel that he sinned and asks Samuel to pardon his sin Samuel tries to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 15:12-23 (From Creation) - Disobeying God is Idolatry
Saul didn't obey God, so now Samuel has a confrontation with him: Saul sets up a monument to himself Samuel confronts Saul on his sin Saul completely denies…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 21:27-36 (From Christ) - Because of Misinformation, Paul Almost Gets Killed
In today's episode: Paul almost fulfills the vow with the 4 men he sponsored A group of Asian Jewish men spread lies and misinformation about Paul The crowd…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 15:1-11 (From Creation) - Why Did God Want Saul to Kill ALL The Amalekites?
Today's portion of Scripture is the most criticized part of the Bible. Let's talk about it: God tells Saul to kill all the Amalekites, even the children Who…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 21:17-26 (From Christ) - Why Christians Fall into Legalism While Following the Old Testament Law
Paul is blindsided by James and the Jerusalem elders: The elders greet Paul and his company warmly Paul talks about all the success of the gospel being…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 14:35-52 (From Creation) - Saul Nearly Kills Jonathon
After Saul forces the people not to eat, he makes another stupid oath: YHWH doesn't respond to Saul's prayers, so Saul tries to find the culprit After casting…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 14:15-34 (From Creation) - Saul's Stupid Oath
While God is fighting for the Israelites, Saul is making bad choices: The Philistines have all but been defeated, Saul just needs to make the final blow…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 21:1-16 (From Christ) - Was Paul Wrong to Go to Jerusalem?
As Paul makes his way to Jerusalem: Multiple Christians prophesy that Paul was going to be persecuted in Jerusalem Was Paul sinning by going to Jerusalem? 4…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 14:1-14 (From Creation) - Is Manifesting Good for Christians?
Here's the discussion: Jonathan decides to go behind his dad's back to fight the Philistines solo Meanwhile, Saul is sitting under a pomegranate tree Jonathan…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 20:25-38 (From Christ) - Paul Warns about False Teachers and What to Watch Out For
Today, Jenn discusses the subject of false teachers from Acts 20: Is an elder board mentioned in the Bible? 3 ways to tell if someone is a false teacher: They…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 13:15-23 (From Creation) - Is It a Sin to Own a Weapon?
Today, Jenn discusses what the Bible has to say about personal defense. Check it out: Samuel doesn't help Saul go to war Saul has 600 fighting men left Is it a…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 13:1-14 (From Creation) - Saul Tries to Be High Priest
In today's episode: The Philistines hate the Israelites even more because of Saul Saul's son is introduced Saul takes all the credit for his son's achievement…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 20:13-24 (From Christ) - Was Paul a Humble Man?
Here's the discussion in this episode: Paul travels to Assos by foot, which is notoriously difficult road to travel The team sails to Miletus, past Ephesus…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 12:12-25 (From Creation) - Long-Term Guilt is a Sin
Samuel continues his speech from the previous episode: Samuel tells the people they sinned against God God sends a rainstorm during the middle of wheat season…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 20:1-12 (From Christ) - Who Can Bring the Dead Alive Again?
The discussion from Acts 20: Paul decides to leave Ephesus after the riot He travels to multiple unknown areas and gives encouragement A possible slave and…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 12:1-15 (From Creation) - Samuel Steps Down as Judge Forever
The judges have now been replaced by kings. Samuel gives a goodbye speech: Samuel explains that he and his sons are no longer judges forever Samuel protects…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 11:9-15 (From Creation) - The Israelites Have More Faith in Saul than in God
Here's the scoop: Saul sends messengers to Jabesh Gilead to tell them he was on his way The Jabeshites blindly listen to Saul and put their lives on the line…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 19:21-41 (From Christ) - Christianity: The Opposite of Self-Worship
A huge riot happens in Ephesus because of Christianity: Demetrius is mad that his idol business is failing because of Christianity Why idol worship is just…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 11:1-8 (From Creation) - Is Anger a Sin?
Here's what we are chatting about today: The Ammonites try to destroy an Israelite city The Israelites look for a savior Saul learns what happens and he has…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 19:11-20 (From Christ) - Seven Exorcists Are Beaten by a Demon
Here's the discussion today: God is performing unique and unusual miracles through Paul Paul was able to cast out demons from a distance 7 sons of a chief…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 10:9-27 (From Creation) - If God Gives New Hearts, Why Do We Still Sin?
In this episode, Jenn discusses this: Saul receives a "new heart" from God The circumstance for God changing hearts The people are shocked to see Saul…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 10:1-8 (From Creation) - The 3 Prophecies Saul Was About to Encounter
Jenn chats about 1 Samuel 10 today: Samuel anoints Saul as king The purpose of anointing oil in the Bible 3 prophecies Saul would soon encounter: Two men near…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 19:1-12 (From Christ) - Should I Get Baptized Twice?
Here's the discussion for this episode: Paul meets 12 disciples who didn't know about the Holy Spirit The men decide to get baptized again Should Christians…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 9:15-27 (From Creation) - Why Did God Choose Saul of All People?
God chooses a Saul to become the first king, but why?? This is what we chat about today: Samuel introduces himself to Saul Some positive character traits of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 18:18-28 (From Christ) - Vows, Old Testament Adherence, and the Roles of Women in the Church
Several importanct topics discussed in this episode: Did Paul take a vow? Should we adhere to the Old Testament today? What is the different between…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 9:1-14 (From Creation) - Saul is Introduced
Today's episode: Saul is introduced as a tall, impressive man Some donkeys go missing that Saul has to find Saul thinks Samuel is a fortune-teller who can tell…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 8 (From Creation) - The Israelites Demand a King
Today we talk about the chapter where Samuel is ousted. Here's the story: Samuel's sons are not good judges The people reject God as King; they demand a human…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 18:9-17 (From Christ) - Poor Sosthenes Can't Win
An unfortunate man named Sosthenes gets the tar beat out of him. Here's the events leading to it: Paul is afraid of speaking in Corinth The Holy Spirit gives…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 7:7-17 (From Creation) - Do You Need Real Rest?
In today's episode: Samuel prays for the people at Mizpah while the Philistines get ready to attack God answers Samuel immediately A discussion from 2…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 18:1-8 (From Christ) - Why It's Necessary to Pay Pastors and Ministry Leaders
Paul is now in Corinth, and some interesting things take place: Paul meets Priscilla and Aquilla The Caesar kicked out all the Jews from Rome in 50 A.D. We…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 7:1-6 (From Creation) - You Can't Serve Two Masters
In today's episode: The Ark goes to Kiriath Jearim to stay for 40 years Why didn't the Ark go back to Shiloh? Why was Abinadab's house chosen for the Ark? 20…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 6:13-21 (From Creation) - God Strikes 70 Israelite Men for Looking Inside the Ark
On today's episode, the Israelites have a bad go at things: The Ark returns to Israel The 5 ways the Israelites immediately break God's Law regarding the Ark A…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 17:16-34 (From Christ) - Are We Part of God?
Paul shares the gospel with some Greek Philospohers. Here's what happened: Paul is flabbergasted by the amount of idols in Athens THE SHRINE OF THE UNKNOWN GOD…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 6:1-12 (From Creation) - The Philistines Refuse a Relationship God
In today's episode, Jenn chats about: The Philistines try to get rid of the Ark Why it took them 7 months The diviners think up a weird plan that includes…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 17:1-15 (From Christ) - Charismatic Pastors Don't Always Equal Good Leaders
Happy 2024! Here's what we talk about in the Bible today: Paul and Silas go to Thessalonica after the jail fiasco in Phillipi They stay only 3 weeks before…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Samuel 5 (From Creation) - The Plagues on the Philistines
In today's episode, this is what we discuss: The Philistines now have the Ark of the Covenant YHWH destroys Dagon God causes the Philistines to have tumors -…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalActs 16:25-40 (From Christ) - A Jailor is Saved
The conversation for today goes like this: Paul and Silas are unjustly and unlawfully thrown in prison Worshipping through suffering An earthquake happens and…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2023 Candlelit Christmas Eve Podcast Episode - The Christmas Story is Not Finished
Merry Christmas Faithful Listeners! The meaning of the word "Christmas" Why the 2nd coming relates to Christmas There might be two Christmases in the future 4…