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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 KokalGalatians 4:1-11 - Legalism is Like Slavery
In today's episode: Paul compares legalism to slavery What were the "elemental principles" we all once believed? Why legalism pushes us away from Christ Jesus…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 12 - The Bad End of Joash
King Joash starts good, but then loses his gusto: Joash decides to fix the temple After high priest Jehoida dies, Joash freaks out Joash gets bad counselors…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalHow A Movement You Probably Never Heard of Shaped Our Self-Obsessed World - With Melissa Dougherty
Jenn interviews Melissa Dougherty on this special podcast episode: What is New Thought? How did New Thought integrate into the church? How is New Thought…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalGalatians 3:15-29 - There's Neither Jew Nor Gentile
Paul closes out his arguments on why the OT Law cannot save: The OT Law is not God's promise to Abraham God's promise to Abraham was to bless both him and his…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 11:13-21 - Worship of God Brings Stability
In today's episode: Athaliah dies a similar way as her mom Jehoida performs the role as high priest Judah reunites with YHWH The people destroy Baal worship…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalGalatians 3:1-14 - Why Works Can Never Save You
Paul discourages the Galatians from legalism: Anyone who has faith is Abraham's child Salvation is not reserved only for Jews; the Gentiles can be saved…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 11:1-12 - The Violent Queen of Judah
Athaliah takes the throne after her son dies: Athaliah reigns for 6 years Athaliah kills her grandchildren Joash is raised in YHWH's temple Why some kids stay…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalGalatians 2:1-11 - The Main Reason Legalism is Sin
Peter comes to Antioch and causes trouble: Peter turned to legalism because of peer pressure The Gentile Christians were being mistreated by Peter and the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 10:18-36 - Jehu Obliterates Baal Worship in Israel
Jehu decides to target Baal worship next: Jehu sends a deceitful letter to all the Baal prophets telling them that a grand sacrifice is in order Jehu destroys…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalGalatians 2:1-10 - Circumcision Being Forced on People
Paul encounters some false teachers trying to force Gentiles to get circumcised: Titus was one of Paul's best friends and an uncircumcised man Some Jews from…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 10:1-17 - Jehu's Violent Reign
Jehu starts his reign with much violence He massacres the rest of Ahab's sons He kills all of Ahab's friends He kills the relatives of King Ahaziah He kills…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalGalatians 1:11-24 - Does Paul Teach Predestination and Calvinism?
Today, Jenn delves into the topic of Calvinism and Arminianism: Does Galatians 1:15 teach Calvinism? What is predestination, and is it biblical? An explanation…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 9:21-37 - Jezebel Dies
Jehu is off to dole out God's judgement: Jehu kills King Jehoram Jehu kills King Ahaziah of Judah Jehu kills Jezebel and destroys her body Jezebel is eaten by…
The Bible Explained with Jenn KokalGalatians 1:1-10 - An Introduction to Galatians
Paul writes Galatians, his first letter: Who were the Galatians, and why did they need a letter? An overview of the book of Galatians Why Paul started the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 9:1-20 - The End of Israel's Third Dynasty
A young prophet anoints a new king of Israel: Jehu, a captain, is given the honor of being the next king Jehu stages a rebellion against King Jehoram Jehoram…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Corinthians 11:17-34 - Judge Yourself Before God Does
This passage shares the correct way to do communion: If you take communion incorrectly, you could be in danger of judgement Why communion should be reverent…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 8:16-25 - Jehoram, One of the Evilest Kings of Judah
Jehoram is introduced to Judah: Jehoram goes down in history as one of the evilest and worst kings of Judah Jehoram kills his brothers for throne security…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Corinthians + 2 Corinthians Recap
A special recap episode of 1 and 2 Corinthians. There are so many other things P40 does! Check it out: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hnh-aqfg8rw…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 8:1-15 - Did Elisha Tell a False Prophecy?
In today's episode: The Shunamite woman has lost her land, so she goes to the king to beg for it back The king of Syria is sick Elisha meets a servant of the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 13 - Paul's Final Words to the Corinthian Church
Paul ends his letter: He tells the Corinthians to check themselves before he gets there What is church discipline supposed to look like? How Paul's weakness…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 7 - God Supplies Food to Starving Israelites
After the Syrians besiege Samaria: Elisha has a word from God that He will supply an abundance of food the following day The king's advisor doesn't believe…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 12:11-21 - Why Did Paul Care So Much About His Reputation?
In today's episode: Why did Paul care so much about his reputation? Paul again claims boasting is foolish Why it's important for Christians to have a good…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 6:18-33 - Cannibal Israelites Eat Their Own Children
The Syrian King decides to wage an all-out war against Israel: Samaria is besieged Where was King Jehoram? A woman begs the king to kill a woman's son so she…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 12:1-10 - The Thorn In The Flesh
Paul experiences "a thorn" after having a vision: Paul is transported to the "third heaven" What is the third heaven? Paul has a thorn "given to him" God…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 6:1-17 - The Truth About Guardian Angels
In today's episode: Elisha helps a man recover an ax head The Syrians are at war again with Israel, but this time, none of their plans are working The Syrian…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 11:16-33 - Paul's Extensive List of Trials
Paul warns the Corinthians to be on guard who they invite into their church: The Corinthians were inviting false apostles to preach and take control of the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 5:15-27 - Gehazi Catches Naaman's Leprosy
Naaman is finally healed of leprosy: Naaman insists Elisha take a gift, but Elisha refuses Naaman asks for Israeli earth to take home to Syria Elisha tells…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 11:1-15 - Not Everyone Who Claims to Be Christian is Christian
Paul boasts a little about himself, for a good reason: Was Paul contradicting himself by boasting? What was the point of Paul's boasting? Paul defends his role…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 5:1-16 - Naaman the Leper
A Syrian man with a big problem needs to find a solution: Naaman hears about Elisha from his Israeli servant girl Naaman decides to pay Elisha a visit He is…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 10 - 4 Ways to Avoid an Empty Life
The Corinthians were heading for an empty life: The Corinthians were judging Paul's appearance The Corinthians believed Paul was "wimpy" in person The…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 4:38-44 - Death in the Pot
A terrible famine happens in Israel: Elisha wants to feed the prophets soup, but there is very little food to put in the pot The servants find a vine of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 9 - Why God Blesses With Wealth
God sometimes blesses people with wealth, however: God doesn't bless with wealth so that we hoard it for ourselves God expects us to give of our blessings God…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 4:18-37 - Grieving the Death of a Loved One
After the Shunamite woman loses her son: She sets the boy on Elisha's bed because of her faith She doesn't tell her husband about her son's death Why the…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 8:16-24 - How The Church Should Handle Finances
Titus decides to go help the Corinthians take up a collection: Titus and an unnamed brother are sent as administrators for the finances Why churches should be…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 4:1-17 - The Story of The Widow and the Shunamite Woman
God loves women, as expressed in the passage today: A widow begs Elisha for help because her sons were about to become indentured servants What was indentured…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 8:1-15 - Giving is Grace
Paul asks the Corinthians to finish what they started: The Macedonians were poor, yet gave generously The Corinthians never followed through with their…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 3 - The Moabite King Sacrifices His Son to Chemosh
Moab rebelled against Israel, and Israel decided to take it back: King Jehoram is introduced Jehoshaphat goes to battle with Jehoram for some reason YHWH gives…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 7 - The Difference Between Worldly Sorrow and Godly Sorrow
Paul finishes his great digression: The "sins of the flesh" and "sins of the spirit" God wants us to pursue godliness Worldly sorrow produces more sin Godly…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 2:19-25 - The Youths Mauled by Bears for Calling Elisha Baldy
Elisha is now the new prophet of Israel, and he's met with challenges: Some men ask for the waters of Jericho to be healed Elisha throws salt in the water and…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 6:11-18 - Don't Be Unequally Yoked
Paul warns us to listen to the truth and stop being influenced by non-Christians: 4 ways we can be unequally yoked: In marriage In friendships In…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 2:1-18 - Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
Elijah is about to be taken to heaven: The whirlwind was public knowledge The prophets keep reminding Elisha that he is about to lose his mentor Elijah parts…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 6:1-13 - Make Sure Not to Receive God's Grace "In Vain"
In today's episode: What does it mean to not receive God's grace "in vain?" NOW is the era of grace; this era will someday end The Apostles's crazy resume The…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Kings 1 - God Sends Down Fire From Heaven
Elijah once again is in hot water with the king: King Ahab is dead, and his son Ahaziah is now king Ahaziah fell several stories and inquires of Baalzebub if…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 5:11-21 - God Has Room For You
Paul appeals to people to be reconciled with God: Jesus died for the kosmos (universe) God adopts us as His children God has plenty of room for more children…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 22:41-53 - Train Your Child in The Way He Should Go
Asa dies and Jehoshaphat becomes the new king of Judah: Jehoshaphat was one of Judah's best kings Asa trained Jehoshaphat well for the job as king The fear of…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 5:1-10 - There's No Place Like Home
Here's why Christians don't need to have a crippling fear of death: Our current bodies are just "tents" We have a permanent place ready for us in heaven We…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 22:19-40 - King Ahab Dies
King Ahab willingly goes off to die: 400 prophets lie to Ahab and tell him to go to battle Macaiah, the only real prophet, reveals that the prophets were lying…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 4:7-18 - Is the "Christian Poverty" Movement Biblical?
In today's episode: What does it mean to "deny yourself" and follow Jesus? Do Christians expect people to not have nice things? What is the "Christian Poverty"…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 22:1-18 - One Real Prophet in a Swarm of Fakes
Ahab and Jehoshaphat strike up a deal: Jehoshaphat agrees to help Israel in battle against Syria Jehoshaphat wants to hear a prophet of God first 400…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 4:1-7 4 Things Christians Must Do After They Are Saved
Paul discusses why Christians don't give up on the Gospel message: God gives mercy and love The Gospel is the truth 4 things Christians MUST do after they are…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 21:17-29 - God Pronounces Judgement on Ahab and Jezebel
God pronounces judgment after Ahab and Jezebel kill a family man: Ahab is in Jezreel instead of Samaria where he should be God sends Elijah to prophesy against…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 3:12-18 - The Veil on the Minds of Unsaved People
In today's episode: Why did Moses put a veil over his face? Two viewpoints What is this veil that people have over their minds? There's only one way to remove…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 21:1-16 - Ahab and Jezebel Kill a Man So They Can Plant Veggies
Ahab and Jezebel are truly the worst: Ahab decides he wants a field near his palace to grow a veggie garden Naboth, the owner of the field declines Why it was…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 3:1-11 - The Law Brings Death?
In today's episode: Paul explains what his letter of commendation really is Why degrees don't matter in the eyes of God The Old Testament Law brings death? A…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 20:31-43 - God Strikes a Man for Not Striking a Prophet
In today's episode: Ben-Hadad begs for mercy from Ahab, and Ahab makes a treaty with him God is upset with Ahab God strikes a man for not striking a prophet A…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 2:12-17 - The Great Digression
Paul discusses why he was so depressed leaving Ephesus: A riot just happened that nearly killed his friends, the Corinthian church was going off the deep end…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 20:1-30 - God is More Than the "God of the Hills"
Israel and King Ahab are in a vulnerable position: Ben Hadad besieges Samaria Ahab is willing to give his family members to Ben Hadad Ben Hadad demands more…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 2:1-11 - Church Discipline - When It's Wrong, When It's Right
Paul discusses church discipline: Why discipline is loving God disciplines His people When church discipline is necessary When church discipline goes too far…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal1 Kings 19 - Getting to the Bottom of Fear
Elijah runs away from Israel after a stunning victory: Jezebel says she will kill Elijah for what he did The meaning of Jezebel's name Elijah runs to Mt…
The Bible Explained with Jenn Kokal2 Corinthians 1:12-24 - Why Paul Refused to Visit the Corinthian Church
Paul refused to visit the Church of Corinth the second time, even though he said he would: Paul had a bad experience the first time he visited Paul didn't want…