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Verse by Verse
The Bible is full of passages that can change your life forever. Join us as we discuss the profound truths and encouraging promises of God’s inspired Word—verse by verse. Verse by Verse is a companion podcast to the Daily Bible Verse Blog, which is available on the Life Hope & Truth website.
Episodes
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Can You Be a Jar of Oil? (2 Kings 4:1)
Dave Myers discusses 2 Kings 4:1—“A certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, saying, ‘Your servant my husband is dead, and…
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“But If Not” (Daniel 3:18)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Daniel 3:18—“But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we do not serve your gods, nor will we worship the gold image which you…
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Turn and Run, or Stay and Wrestle? (Genesis 32:24-28)
Tom Clark discusses Genesis 32:24-28—“Then Jacob was left alone; and a Man wrestled with him until the breaking of the day. Now when He saw that He did not…
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Your View of Sin May Be Too Narrow (James 2:9)
Erik Jones discusses James 2:9—“But if you show partiality, you commit sin, and are convicted by the law as transgressors.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for…
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“I’ve Had Enough!” (1 Chronicles 10:13-14)
Dave Myers discusses 1 Chronicles 10:13-14—“So Saul died for his unfaithfulness which he had committed against the LORD, because he did not keep the word of…
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Why God Cares About Dishonest Measurements (Acts 5:1-4)
Caleb Froedge discusses Acts 5:1-4—“But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession. And he kept back part of the proceeds, his wife…
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The King of Tyre and the Origin of Evil (Ezekiel 28:14-15)
Cecil Maranville discusses Ezekiel 28:14-15—“You were the anointed cherub who covers; I established you; you were on the holy mountain of God; you walked back…
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Preparing the Great Fish (Jonah 1:17)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Jonah 1:17—“Now the LORD had prepared a great fish to swallow Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three…
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The Beauty of the Old Testament (1 Peter 2:9-10)
Jeremy Lallier discusses 1 Peter 2:9-10—“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the…
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Why Was Cain’s Offering Unacceptable? (Genesis 4:4-5)
Cecil Maranville discusses Genesis 4:4-5, New Living Translation—“Abel also brought a gift—the best portions of the firstborn lambs from his flock. The LORD…
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Only Four Things Required of Christians? (Acts 15:19-21)
Erik Jones discusses Acts 15:19-21, Christian Standard Bible—“Therefore, in my judgment, we should not cause difficulties for those among the Gentiles who turn…
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We Don’t Go to Heaven When We Die (John 3:13)
Mark Winner discusses John 3:13—“No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven.” 📕 “The Last Enemy…
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A Chariot of Fire and a Glimpse Into the Spirit World (2 Kings 2:11)
Dave Myers discusses 2 Kings 2:11—“Then it happened, as they continued on and talked, that suddenly a chariot of fire appeared with horses of fire, and…
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Freely Receive; Freely Give (Matthew 10:08)
David Johnson discusses Matthew 10:08—“Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons. Freely you have received, freely give.” 🔗 Check out…
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Can We Juggle Holy Time? (Exodus 34:21)
Cecil Maranville discusses Exodus 34:21—“Six days you shall work, but on the seventh day you shall rest; in plowing time and in harvest you shall rest.” 📕 “The…
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Are We Doomed to Repeat Generational Failings? (Matthew 19:27-29)
Caleb Froedge discusses Matthew 19:27-29—“Then Peter answered and said to Him, ‘See, we have left all and followed You. Therefore what shall we have?’ So Jesus…
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Shining a Light on the Shining Light (John 1:5)
Jeremy Lallier discusses John 1:5—“And the light shined in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds…
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The Tightrope Between Correction and Encouragement (Hebrews 6:9-11)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Hebrews 6:9-11—“But, beloved, we are confident of better things concerning you, yes, things that accompany salvation, though we speak…
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Be Strong and of Good Courage (Joshua 1:6-7, 9)
Mark Winner discusses Joshua 1:5-9—“I will not leave you nor forsake you. Be strong and of good courage, for to this people you shall divide as an inheritance…
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How To Test the Spirits (1 John 4:1)
Erik Jones discusses 1 John 4:1—“Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out…
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Should Christians Get Political? (Philippians 3:20)
Doug Horchak discusses Philippians 3:20—“For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.” 📄 Read “The…
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What Does It Mean to Be the “End” of the Law? (Romans 10:4)
Jim Franks discusses Romans 10:4—“For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds…
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Why Should We Care About Prophecy? (2 Peter 1:19)
David Johnson discusses 2 Peter 1:19—“And so we have the prophetic word confirmed, which you do well to heed as a light that shines in a dark place, until the…
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Lay Aside Every Weight (Hebrews 12:1)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Hebrews 12:1—“Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin…
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How Young Men Can Gain Respect (Titus 2:6-7)
Dave Myers discusses Titus 2:6-7—“Likewise, exhort the young men to be sober-minded, in all things showing yourself to be a pattern of good works; in doctrine…
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The Powerful Spark of Talebearing (Proverbs 26:20)
Caleb Froedge discusses Proverbs 26:20—“Where there is no wood, the fire goes out; and where there is no talebearer, strife ceases.” 🔗 Check out our Learning…
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Puppy Dogs, Piggies and Pearls (Matthew 7:6)
Scott Lord discusses Matthew 7:6—“Do not give what is holy to the dogs; nor cast your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn…
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A Quiverful of Blessings (Psalm 127:3-5)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Psalm 127:3-5—“Behold, children are a heritage from the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward. Like arrows in the hand of a warrior…
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What Did Paul Mean by “Absent From the Body”? (2 Corinthians 5:8)
Tom Clark discusses 2 Corinthians 5:8—“We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.” 📕 Download “The…
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Before You Give Advice, Do This (Job 11:12)
Mark Winner discusses Job 11:12—“For an empty-headed man will be wise, when a wild donkey’s colt is born a man.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds…
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The Secret to Richness Without Sorrow (Proverbs 10:22)
David Johnson discusses Proverbs 10:22—“The blessing of the LORD makes one rich, and He adds no sorrow with it.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds…
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When Obedience Requires Faith (Exodus 34:24)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Exodus 34:24—“For I will cast out the nations before you and enlarge your borders; neither will any man covet your land when you go up…
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Peter’s Vision: What God REALLY Made Clean (Acts 10:13)
Tom Clark discusses Acts 10:13—“And a voice came to him, ‘Rise, Peter; kill and eat.’” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds of helpful resources—we’ve…
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The Value of “a Multitude of Counselors” (Proverbs 15:22)
Jim Franks discusses Proverbs 15:22—“Without counsel, plans go awry, but in the multitude of counselors they are established.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center…
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How Sins “Find Us Out” (Numbers 32:23)
Dave Myers discusses Numbers 32:23—“But if you do not do so, then take note, you have sinned against the LORD; and be sure your sin will find you out.” 🔗 Check…
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Believing in God Is Not Enough (James 2:19)
Erik Jones discusses James 2:19—“You believe that there is one God. You do well. Even the demons believe—and tremble!” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all…
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Are You Doing Your Part? (Exodus 16:4)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Exodus 16:4—“Then the LORD said to Moses, ‘Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you. And the people shall go out and gather a…
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Trusting the God Who Breaks Bones (Psalm 51:8)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Psalm 51:8—“Make me hear joy and gladness, that the bones You have broken may rejoice.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds…
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Do You Speak Like a Healer or a Swordfighter? (Proverbs 12:18)
David Johnson discusses Proverbs 12:18—“There is one who speaks like the piercings of a sword, but the tongue of the wise promotes health.” 🔗 Check out our…
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The Exceeding Abundance of God’s Power (Ephesians 3:20)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Ephesians 3:20—“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works…
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Lessons From the Rock Badger (Proverbs 30:24, 26)
Caleb Froedge discusses Proverbs 30:24, 26—“There are four things which are little on the earth, but they are exceedingly wise . . . the rock badgers are a…
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The Measure of a Loyal Heart (1 Kings 8:61)
Dave Myers discusses 1 Kings 8:61—“Let your heart therefore be loyal to the LORD our God, to walk in His statutes and keep His commandments, as at this day.” 🔗…
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Let Him Who Thinks He Stands… (1 Corinthians 10:12)
Erik Jones discusses 1 Corinthians 10:12—“Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds of…
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Are You Speaking Like a Fool? (Proverbs 18:2, NRSV)
Tom Clark discusses Proverbs 18:2, NRSV—“A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing personal opinion.” 🌐 Browse our articles on…
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The Snakes That Got Swallowed (Exodus 7:11-12)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Exodus 7:11-12—“But Pharaoh also called the wise men and the sorcerers; so the magicians of Egypt, they also did in like manner with…
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How to Not Walk “as the Rest of the Gentiles Walk” (Ephesians 4:17-19)
Mark Winner discusses Ephesians 4:17-19—“This I say, therefore, and testify in the Lord, that you should no longer walk as the rest of the Gentiles walk, in…
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Why We Can’t Eat Every Animal (Genesis 9:1-4)
Jim Franks discusses Genesis 9:1-4—“So God blessed Noah and his sons, and said to them: ‘Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth. And the fear of you and…
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What a Sabbath Healing Teaches Us About the Meaning of the Sabbath (Luke 13:15-16)
Erik Jones discusses Luke 13:16—“Hypocrite! Does not each one of you on the Sabbath loose his ox or donkey from the stall, and lead it away to water it? So…
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Sin Lies at the Door—But It Doesn’t Have to Win (Genesis 4:7)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Genesis 4:7—“If you do well, will you not be accepted? And if you do not do well, sin lies at the door. And its desire is for you, but…
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The New Testament Writers Relied on Old Testament Truths (2 Timothy 3:15-17)
Doug Horchak discusses 2 Timothy 3:15-17—“And that from childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through…
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Did Paul Really Call ALL Things Lawful? (1 Corinthians 10:23)
David Johnson discusses 1 Corinthians 10:23—“All things are lawful for me, but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things…
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Don’t Limit the Deliverer (1 Samuel 14:6, NET Bible)
Jeremy Lallier discusses 1 Samuel 14:6, NET Bible—“Perhaps the LORD will intervene for us. Nothing can prevent the LORD from delivering, whether by many or by…
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Sexual Immorality Destroys God’s Blessings (1 Corinthians 6:18)
David Johnson discusses 1 Corinthians 6:18—“Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins…
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The Sabbath: A Sign From God (Exodus 31:13)
Dave Myers discusses Exodus 31:13—“Speak also to the children of Israel, saying: ‘Surely My Sabbaths you shall keep, for it is a sign between Me and you…
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Tithing Is a Test of Faith With a Promised Blessing (Proverbs 3:9-10)
Caleb Froedge discusses Proverbs 3:9-10—“Honor the LORD with your possessions, and with the firstfruits of all your increase; so your barns will be filled with…
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What’s the Right Age to Get Married? (Proverbs 24:27)
Erik Jones discusses Proverbs 24:27—“Prepare your outside work, make it fit for yourself in the field; And afterward build your house.” 📕 Download “God’s…
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Don’t Trample on Holy Ground (Exodus 3:4-5)
Dave Myers discusses Exodus 3:4-5—“So when the LORD saw that he turned aside to look, God called to him from the midst of the bush and said, ‘Moses, Moses!’…
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Your Dead Loved Ones Are Resting (Hebrews 11:39-40)
David Johnson discusses Hebrews 11:39-40—“And all these, having obtained a good testimony through faith, did not receive the promise, God having provided…
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Where Were You? (Job 38:4-5)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Job 38:4-5—“Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. Who determined its…
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“And for My Next Trick . . .” (2 Thessalonians 2:9-10)
Mark Winner discusses 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10—“The coming of the lawless one is according to the working of Satan, with all power, signs, and lying wonders, and…