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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 KokalJohn 12:1-11 (From Christ) - The Pharisees Want to Kill Lazarus
Jesus stays with Lazarus's family before Passover begins Martha serves a meal, while Mary anoints Jesus's feet Judas gets reprimanded publicly by Jesus The…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 27:1-26 (From Creation) - All Secret Things Will Be Discovered
A ceremony of blessings and cursings on Israel Why the Israelites weren't allowed to use iron tools on the altar The Peace Offerings Altar and why it was…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 11:38-57 (From Christ) - Lazarus is Raised from the Dead
Jesus tests Martha's faith again when he asks her to roll the stone away from her brother's tomb. Why did Jesus wait 4 days to raise Lazarus? The two steps…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 26:12-19 (From Creation) - Is it Okay to Pray for Blessings?
Every three years, the tithe was supposed to be given to the poor of Israel, instead of the temple. No matter what, all tithes were to be treated as "holy."…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 26:1-11 (From Creation) - God is Personal
A personal relationship with God was possible even in the Old Testament How God is personal with us Gratitude is commanded for our own good Click the links…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 11:17-37 (From Christ) - Jesus Wept
The different ways Mary and Martha expressed grief. How Jesus responds to mourning Why did Jesus cry at all? Jenn shares verses on how God feels grief with…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 25:11-19 (From Creation) - The Punishment for the Woman Who Grabs the Parts
Why would a woman grab a man by his private parts during a fight, and what was the punishment for such a woman? Jenn explains why many people think this is a…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 11:1-16 (From Christ) - When God Delays
Jesus hears that Lazarus is sick, but He delays 2 whole days before going to see Lazarus. Why would He do something like that? Why walking in the light is…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 25:5-10 (From Creation) - The Levirate Law and Polygamy
What was the Levirate law? Did it have anything to do with the tribe of Levi? God's heart for widows displayed Did the Levirate law promote polygamy? Was Boaz…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 25:1-4 (From Creation) - Cruel Treatment of Pastors and Leaders
Punishing criminals quickly produces less crime The idea behind 40 lashes for the wicked person What does it mean to muzzle the ox while it's treading the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 10:22-42 (From Christ) - Are Humans "Gods"?
Some Jews pick a fight with Jesus Jesus claims to be God once again, but the Jews try to stone Jesus Does Jesus call us "gods" in this passage? Jenn chats…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 24:17-22 (From Creation) - Caring for Widows, Fatherless, and Immigrants
Why today's portion of Scripture is near and dear to God and continues to be. Should Christians still care for widows, fatherless, and immigrants? What about…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 10:1-21 (From Christ) - I AM the Good Shepherd
Jesus says two new things about Himself: He is the Good Shepherd, and He is the Door. What is the significance of shepherds and doors? Identifying false…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 24:6-16 (From Creation) - How to Handle Collateral
When a person was poor, they could often seek loans through pledges or collateral. God gives some rules on how the lender needed to treat the lendee. Proof…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 24:1-5 (From Creation) - The Divorce Law and God's Heart for Marriage
A dicussion on the divorce law in Deuteronomy. Why was it written? Does the divorce law mean that divorces were okay with God? Should a person stay in an…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 9:24-41 (From Christ) - The Story of the Blind Man - Part 2
The blind man is forced again to testify before the Pharisees. The Pharisees accuse the blind man of lying. They insult him for his belief in Jesus. The blind…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 23:17-25 (From Creation) - Restrictions for Both Rich and Poor
God removes the false ideology of temple prostitution being "good." New restrictions for both rich and poor people Why could Israelites charge interest to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 9:1-23 (From Christ) - The Story of the Blind Man - Part 1
Jesus finds a blind man begging and heals Him for "God's glory." The people are amazed that the blind man can now see. They take him to be analyzed by the…
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Sorry guys, I totally messed up with today's episode. I somehow recorded Deuteronomy 24:17-22 instead of Deuteronomy 23:17-25! I removed today's episode and…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 23:9-16 (From Creation) - Health and Wellness During War
God talks about health conditions during war and how the men could stay as healthy as possible. Sanctuary for runaway slaves from other countries, and how they…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 8:31-59 (From Christ) - Stand in the Truth
How to stand in the truth when the mob comes after you. Jesus tells the truth and rubs some people the wrong way. Jesus calls the children on Israel the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 23:1-8 (From Creation) - Forgiving Instead of Hating
What does the term "God's Assembly" really mean? Why were some people allowed, and others weren't? Moabites and Ammorites forbidden from leading in Isreal. God…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 8:12-30 (From Christ) - Straight From YHWH's Mouth
Jesus gets insulted by the Pharisees (again) Where did the New Testament really come from? How Jesus and Moses are similar. Need more P40 Ministries content?…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 22:13-30 (From Creation) - Sex, Virginity, Rape, and the Woman's Role in the Sexual Revolution
Rules for virgins in Old Testament Law Why virginity is STILL special and should be preserved Capital punishments for adulterers and rapists Is Deuteronomy 22…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 22:6-12 (From Creation) - Caring for the Tiniest Creature
God gives a law of care and compassion for little birds A discussion about the sanctity of life Why mixing wool and linen together was wrong Jenn tells a story…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 8:1-11 (From Christ) - Jesus Writes in the Sand
What did Jesus write in the sand? (Why this question doesn't matter that much.) Why did Jesus write in the sand? (The better question) Because Jesus didn't…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 22:1-5 (From Creation) - Blurred Gender Lines
When the Christian life is thankless A discussion of kindness even when it takes a toll on us What does Deuteronomy 22:5 really mean? How blurred gender lines…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 7:37-53 (From Christ) - Who are Pharisees?
Who are the Pharisees of Jesus's time? Who are the Pharisees nowadays? Jesus describes Himself as the Living Water on the last day of the Feast of Booths. Why…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 21:18-23 (From Creation) - A Parent's Responsibility
Why was there a law for stoning rebellious children? What was the point of this law? Wasn't this just child abuse? Jenn answers these questions and more. A…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 21:15-17 (From Creation) - Bad Dad, Good Dad
Because polygamy is mentioned in today's Scripture, does that mean that God was okay with polygamy? A discussion about God accounting for the "hardness of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 7:28-36 (From Christ) - The Fulfilled Certain Set of Circumstances
The Pharisees try to publically arrest Jesus, but are unable to. Jesus tells the crowd that YHWH is His Father. 4 things that Jesus could have meant by His…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 21:10-14 (From Creation) - Was Polygamy a Sin in the Old Testament?
What did polygamy look like in the Old Testament, and was it a sin? Rules for Hebrew men who wanted to marry a captive woman. Why did God allow some things in…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 7:1-27 (From Christ) - God Knows What He's Doing
Jesus's brothers tease Him and give Him poor advice - Jesus does the opposite instead. The passage is often cited as the "passage where Jesus lied." Did Jesus…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 21:1-9 (From Creation) - What to do for Unsolved Murders
God tells the Israelites what to do if they can't find a murderer. Why God required blood sacrifices for sins. Jenn shines light on the power of a prayers and…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 20:10-20 (From Creation) - Chance after Chance after Chance
3 ways how the Israelites taking captives was God showing mercy to foreigners. Why the Canaanite region was supposed to be destroyed. Was there mercy in the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 6:41-71 (From Christ) - To Whom Would We Go?
Jesus calls Himself the Bread of Life, and invites the crowd to "Eat His flesh and drink His blood." What the heck does that mean? Is John 6 Calvinistic in…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 20:1-9 (From Creation) - Are You Ready for Battle?! No Problem You Have is too Big for God
If God is good, why does He allow bad things to happen? Verses of encouragement to anyone going through a problem. Does your pastor remind you of God's…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 6:22-40 (From Christ) - Better Bread Than Manna
The Jewish people look for Jesus so that they can get more food from Him. Jesus calls Himself the "Bread of Life." - What does this mean? The people try to…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 19:14-21 (From Creation) - What Does the Bible Mean When it Says, "Leave Room for God's Vengeance?"
A breakdown of verse 14 - "Don't move your neighbor's landmark and respect the ways of old." What does this mean for us? How false witnesses were identified -…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 19:1-14 (From Creation) - Hatred Leads to Murder
Cities of refuge were to be put up around Israel so that manslayers could flee the "Avenger of Blood." Who was the Avenger of Blood? Why cities of refuge were…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 6:1-21 (From Christ) - Blessings upon Blessings
All blessings come from God. Small blessings often turn into bigger blessings. Faith and prayer are crucial for the abundance of blessings. Jesus feeds the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 18:9-22 (From Creation) - PART 2 - Listening for God's Voice
Part Two of a two part series - Listening for God's Voice - Why God commanded no sorcery or witchcraft for His people - Moses testifies about Jesus, "the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 5:31-47 (From Christ) - PART 1 - Listening for God's Voice
Part one of a two part series - Listening for God's voice. - Jesus calls out the hypocrisy of people who read the Scriptures but refuse to accept Him as the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 18:1-8 (From Creation) - The Inheritance of Christians
- A discussion of the inheritances among the Levites and other tribes. - Did the Levites get the short end of the stick when they didn't receive a portion of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 17:8-20 (From Creation) - 5 Rules for Kings
- Deuteronomy 18 discusses rules for kings and leaders in a community. - 5 rules for kings and a discussion of each: Don't go to Egypt Have one wife Don't be…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 5:16-30 (From Christ) - Who is Jesus, and Why do Christians Worship Him?
- Who is Jesus? Was He just a prophet or a good man? Why do Christians worship Jesus? - Is Jesus the only way to God? - Did Jesus ever claim to be God? Click…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 17:2-7 (From Creation) - Putting Idolatry to Death
- God commands idolaters to be put to death under the death penalty. - How God put measures in place to protect the innocent. - What do Americans/western…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 5:1-15 (From Christ) - The Man Who Threw Jesus Under the Bus
- Jesus goes to Jerusalem and comes across the pool of Bethesda, where he meets and heals a crippled man. - The healed man was headed home when he encountered…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 17:1 (From Creation) - What Does Sacrifice Look Like?
- What does "doing your best" look like when you have depression? - The perfect sacrifice and why it was required. - Some churches' strange ideology of doing…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 16:13-22 (From Creation) - Lies Mixed with Truth
- The Israelites were supposed to celebrate a really fun holiday called the Feast of Booths. - All were asked to participate in the joy, even foreigners! God…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 4:43-54 (From Christ) - It's Not About the Signs, Wonders, or Miracles
- Jesus leaves Samaria, an area that emphatically believed in His words, to Galilee, a place that only accepted Jesus because of signs. - A desperate man asks…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 16:1-12 (From Creation) - Should Christians Celebrate Passover?
- Discussion of the Passover and the rules for the Israelite people. - Should Christians celebrate Passover? - The leven's corrolation to sin. - The Feast of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 4:1-42 (From Christ) - Evangelism and the Woman at the Well
- Jesus, a Rabbi, has an encounter with a Samaritan woman who is shocked that He is even addressing her. - Jesus expresses kindness to the jaded woman and also…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 15:12-23 (From Creation) - Servants Set Free
- Hebrew servants were to be released every 7 years. - How Old Testament servants were to be treated with dignity. - Christians nowadays represent servants. -…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 15:1-11 (From Creation) - Does Deuteronomy Support Socialism or Capitalism?
- Deuteronomy 15 is entirely talking to the wealthy. What does God require of those who build wealth? - Does this chapter support Capitalism or Socialism? -…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 3:22-36 (From Christ) - John's Faith in Jesus
- John describes his role and Jesus's role to a group of concerned disciples. - One way John the Baptist declared Jesus as God. - What happens to those who…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalDeuteronomy 14:22-29 (From Creation) - Tithing Respects God
- The 3 different types of tithes commanded in Scripture. - A discussion on how God loves a cheerful giver. - Why tithing quickly and honestly is important. -…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 3:1-21 (From Christ) - God So Loved the World
- The most famous verse in the Bible - For God so loved the world. - Why the idea of God "loving the world" would have been so groundbreaking to Nicodemus. -…
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Quick Announcement - I'll Be Back Soon!
Hey guys, it's Jenn here! Sorry, I haven't updated Friday's episode, I caught the flu. I just wanted to post an announcement of when I will be back on the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalJohn 2:13-25 (From Christ) - The Love of Money
- Jesus starts His ministry by doing something really controversial - purging the temple of merchants. - A discussion on greed and Jesus's zeal for the temple…