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Scripture and Tradition Bible Studies
Enjoy samples of Scripture And Tradition’s growing audio library of courses with Dr. Nick Lebish, as well as short reflections and commentaries on the Bible and Catholic faith.
Episodes
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Bible's entire plot in three verses. (S&T Shorts #54)
Genesis 12:1-3 is the key to understanding the rest of Salvation History and the entire plot of Scripture. Enjoy this short reflection and be sure to become a…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesAbraham's Journey of Faith (S&T Shorts #53)
When God commanded Abraham to leave all that he had and go to the land, Abraham obeyed but not perfectly. Let's see how. Enjoy this short reflection and be…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesPharaoh's Strategy Against Israel (S&T Courses Samples #26)
The Bible said Pharaoh dealt shrewdly with Israel to oppress them. What was his plan and what does that echo? Enjoy this sample of Lesson 2, "The Birth and…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesCount the Stars! (S&T Shorts #52)
When God told Abram to go outside and count the stars as a sign of the multitude of his descendants, there is a little detail that most people miss. Enjoy this…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesExodus: The Paradigm of Salvation (Course Samples #25)
The Exodus is the quintessential and paradigmatic story of God's redemption of his people in the Bible, not just in the Old Testament but in the New Testament…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic! (#11) - St. Augustine on the true Church.
St. Augustine makes a powerful statement on what congregation is the true Church. Enjoy this short reflection on a brief quote from a Church Father to…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWho is Melchizedek? (S&T Shorts #51)
Melchizedek is a mysterious figure in the book of Genesis with only a couple verses dedicated to his story. Yet, he is one of the most important figures in…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesGod "remembered" Noah. (S&T Shorts #50)
The center of the entire flood narrative is Gen 8:1 when it says that God "remembered" Noah. Did God forget about Noah? No, there is something more happening!…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses that made me Catholic! (#9) - Matt 7.21
Jesus himself says that not everyone who says "Lord, Lord" will enter the Kingdom of Heaven but only those who obey the Father. As a non-Catholic I believed…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church as Catholic (#10) — St. Clement on Baptism
St. Clement says that Baptism is the means of divine adoption. Thus, without Baptism we remain exiled from God the Father. Enjoy this short reflection on a…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church was Catholic! (#9) — Origen on the Eucharist
Origen's quote on the Eucharist reveals that the Early Church's view on the Eucharist was that it was true spiritual food indeed! This is a new series for my…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesNaked and Ashamed? (S&T Shorts #49)
What does it mean that Adam and Eve were naked and ashamed? There is much more going on here than mere physical nakedness! Enjoy this short reflection and be…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses that made me Catholic! (#8) - Acts 2:38
After St. Peter preaches his first sermon after Pentecost, his listeners are "cut to the heart" and they want to know how to be saved. Peter didn't tell them…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church was Catholic (#8) - St Cyril of the Eucharist
St. Cyril's quote on the Eucharist reveals that the Early Church's view on the Eucharist was anything but symbolic! This is a new series for my social media…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible verses that made me Catholic! (#7) - Exodus 12
Everyone knows Jesus is the fulfillment of the Passover Lamb, but Exodus 12 tells us that we must eat the lamb. This passage taught me that the Eucharist is…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesDon't Skip over the Genealogies! (S&T Shorts #48)
Genealogies are very important in Scripture. For example, let's talk about we learn form the descendants of Shem and Ham as identifiers of the good guys and…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Sad Irony of Satan's Temptation (S&T Shorts #47)
Satan's temptation attack against Adam and Eve was sadly ironic. They were to receive as a gift what Satan tempted them to take in sin. Enjoy this short…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses That Made Me Catholic (#6) Psalm 103:20-21
Are there any biblical instances of speaking to the angels? Why yes, there are. Psalm 103 taught me that it's biblical to speak to the angels. 🚨Please visit —…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses That Made Me Catholic ! (#5) Heb 12:1
Do the saints in heaven not know or care what happens to us Christians on earth? Heb 12:1 taught me that they're not indifferent or otherwise preoccupied but…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses That Made Me Catholic (#4) James 2:24
One of the most earth shattering verses for any Protestant is James 2:24. Either you try and wiggle your way out of it with some crafty intellectual gymnastics…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesSomething is "not good" in Creation? (S&T Shorts #46)
Patterns are extremely important in Scripture because they teach us profound truths. Take Gen 1-2 as an example. Enjoy this short reflection and be sure to…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWhat does "Image and Likeness" mean? (S&T Shorts #45)
Most know that Genesis says we're created in God's "image and likeness" but what does that mean. Here is one aspect for you to consider. Enjoy this short…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Trinity at Creation (S&T Shorts #44)
Most know that God is present at the creation account of Genesis 1, but they don't think of the other persons of the Trinity being present as well. Enjoy this…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesJoseph the Savior, a type of Jesus the Savior! (S&T Course Samples #24)
Joseph is the savior of the world and in that he is a type of Jesus Christ. But there is more. Here are 15 ways in which Joseph is a type of Jesus Christ…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesJoseph and the Prophet Daniel. (S&T Course Samples #23)
There is so much typology involving the patriarch Joseph that will leave you giddy for a long time. For example, here are 12 ways in which Joseph is a type of…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Significance of Jacob's Name Change (S&T Course Samples #22)
When God changes someone's name, it is hugely significant. Jacob's name change to "Israel" is distinctive for his own character but also for the nation that…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWas Jacob a Villian? (S&T Course Samples #21)
Many people don't have good opinions about the patriarch Jacob. They believe he was manipulative, conniving, and deceitful. But was he? Here's a fresh look!…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Longest Speech In Genesis. (S&T Bible Bites #5)
What is the longest speech in Genesis and why is that important? Dr. Nick explains. If you enjoyed this, come to our website and access a 14 part Bible study…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses That Made Me Catholic! (#3) John 20:22-23
Did Jesus institute the Sacrament of Confession. It appears so! This is a new series for my social media channels in which I provide a Bible verse that…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses That Made Me Catholic! (#2) Heb 10:26-27
Are we "once saved always saved" as many Protestants believe? Heb 10:26-27 clearly teaches not. This is a new series for my social media channels in which I…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesBible Verses That Made Me Catholic! (#1) 2 Thess 2:15
2 Thess 2:15 clearly demonstrates that there is apostolic tradition that we must adhere to, not the Bible alone. This is a new series for my social media…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic (#7) Born Again in Baptism
What does it mean to be "born again" according to the Early Church? It means you're baptized! This is a new series for my social media channels in which I…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic (#6) Peter died in Rome.
The prolific writer Tertullian makes it clear that St. Peter, as well as St. Paul, died in Rome. This is a new series for my social media channels in which I…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic! (#5) The Eucharist
St. Ignatius of Antioch teaches that the Eucharist is more than a mere symbol, but the body and blood of Jesus. This is a new series for my social media…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic! (#4) Peter in Rome
St. Irenaeus gives witness to the truth that St. Peter was indeed in Rome establishing the Church there. This is a new series for my social media channels in…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic! (#3)
St. Cyril of Jerusalem makes it clear that the word "Catholic" means more than "universal"; it is also the name to identify the specific true Church. This is a…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church was Catholic! (#2)
St. Cyprian of Carthage also writes about the unity of the Catholic Church in her priests way back in 253 AD. This a new series for my social media channels in…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Early Church Was Catholic! (#1)
This is the first installment of a new series for my social media channels called, "The Early Church Was Catholic!" I'll provide a brief quote from a Church…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesCall no man father?! (S&T Mustard Seeds #43)
What did Jesus mean when he said, "call no man father"? Enjoy this 1 minute reflection on Matt 23:9. 🚨Please visit — 💻 ScriptureAndTradition.com 💻 — to join…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Sacred Heart (S&T Mustard Seeds #42)
Everyone should have a devotion to the Sacred Heart, the holy of holies of our Lord's humanity. 🚨Please visit — 💻 ScriptureAndTradition.com 💻 — to join our…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Calvary of the Old Testament (S&T Course Samples #20)
"The Binding of Isaac" in Genesis 22 is without doubt the most amazing prefigurement of Calvary in the Old Testament. That's why many scholars call it, "The…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesShow or hide good works? (S&T Mustard Seeds #41)
Is Jesus contradicting himself?! Are we to show or hide or good works? Visit www.scriptureandtradition.com to subscribe to all my complete Bible studies and…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesAbram's Fall From Grace. (S&T Course Samples #19)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 9, "Abraham's Fall," from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample, Nick shows how Abraham let his…
Scripture and Tradition Bible Studies"Honor the Sabbath" on Sunday?! (S&T Bible Bites #4)
If we're to honor the Sabbath, which is Saturday, why do we worship God on Sunday? It's because it's the first day of a New Creation. Enjoy this S&T Bible…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Call of Abraham outlines the Bible's entire story. (S&T Course Samples #18)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 8, "The Call of Abraham" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this video, Nick shows how the call of…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWhy was the Tower of Babel such a big sin? (S&T Course Samples #17)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 7, "A New Fall" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample, Nick explains why the Tower of Babel was…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Flood as De-Creation & Re-Creation (S&T Course Samples #16)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 6, "New Beginnings—The Flood" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample, Nick begins to discuss the…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWho are the "Sons of God" and "Daughters of Men"? (S&T Course Samples #15)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 5, "The Two Lines" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample, Nick discusses the one of the most…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesHow did Satan do it? (S&T Course Samples #14)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 4, "The Fall From Grace" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample, Nick discusses the nature and…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesDo Genesis 1 and 2 contradict each other? (S&T Course Samples #13)
Enjoy this sample of Lesson 3, "Adam and Eve in the Garden" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample, Nick shows how Genesis…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThe Threefold Piety (S&T Mustard Seeds #40)
What is the “threefold piety” and how should we practice it, with what intentions? Enjoy this 1 minute reflection on Matt 6. Visit…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesSharing Loaves and Fishes?! (S&T Mustard Seeds #39)
Did Jesus perform a miracle or just inspire people to share? Enjoy this 1 minute reflection on John 6:14-15. Visit www.scriptureandtradition.com to subscribe…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWhere is the Trinity in the creation narrative? (S&T Course Samples #12)
Enjoy this sample of "Lesson 2, The Creation of the Heavens and Earth" from Dr. Nick's course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample Nick discusses…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesIf the LORD is God, follow him! (S&T Mustard Seeds #38)
In the end, we all need to make a decision and stick with it. If the LORD is God, follow him! Enjoy this 1 minute reflection on 1 Kings 18:21. Visit…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesWhat does Mosaic Authorship mean? (S&T Course Samples #11)
Enjoy this sample from "Lesson 1, Laying the Foundation" of the course, "Genesis: The Book of Beginnings." In this sample Dr. Nick first talks about what…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesFulfilling the Law and Prophets. (Mustard Seeds #37)
If Jesus fulfills the law and the prophets, we'd better know the law and the prophets to understand what Jesus is doing and teaching! Enjoy this 1 minute…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThen Peter Stood Up. (S&T Mustard Seeds #36)
Is Peter the chief of the Apostles and does he have real authority that he exercises in the Church? Yes. Enjoy this 1 minute reflection on Acts 15:12. Visit…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesThat your joy may be full! (S&t Mustard Seed #35)
Jesus loves us with the love of God the Father so that our joy may be full. Remain in it always! Please enjoy this 1 minute reflection on John 15:9-11. Visit…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesPeace I give to you! (S&T Mustard Seeds #34)
We are all looking for peace. Look no longer. Jesus promises to give it. Please enjoy this 1 minute reflection on John 14:27. Visit…
Scripture and Tradition Bible StudiesHow to spot a true Christian (S&T Mustard Seeds #33)
Jesus doesn't want lip service. He wants true disciples. Here are two signs to look for if you want to spot one. Visit www.scriptureandtradition.com to…