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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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The Rock of the Church (Matthew 16:18)
Jim Franks discusses Matthew 16:18—“And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail…
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The Replacement Principle (Ephesians 4:28)
Erik Jones discusses Ephesians 4:28—“Let him who stole steal no longer, but rather let him labor, working with his hands what is good, that he may have…
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Our Suffering Has Meaning (1 Peter 4:12-13)
Kendrick Diaz discusses 1 Peter 4:12-13—“Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened…
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The Names Written in Heaven (Luke 10:20)
Tom Clark discusses Luke 10:20—“Nevertheless do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rather rejoice because your names are written in…
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Whose Side Are You On? (Joshua 5:13-14)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Joshua 5:13-14—“And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, that he lifted his eyes and looked, and behold, a Man stood opposite…
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The Parables Maintain the Mystery (Mark 4:11)
Dave Myers discusses Mark 4:11—“And He said to them, ‘To you it has been given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God; but to those who are outside, all…
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Peace and Mercy Depend on This (Psalm 85:9-10)
Caleb Froedge discusses Psalm 85:9-10—“Surely His salvation is near to those who fear Him, that glory may dwell in our land. Mercy and truth have met together…
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The Spirit in Man (Ecclesiastes 12:7)
Erik Jones discusses Ecclesiastes 12:7—“Then the dust will return to the earth as it was, and the spirit will return to God who gave it.” 🔗 Check out our…
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The Brothers of Jesus Christ (Mark 3:31-32)
Dave Myers discusses Mark 3:31-32—“Then His brothers and His mother came, and standing outside they sent to Him, calling Him. And a multitude was sitting…
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The Revelation . . . of Who? About What? (Revelation 1:1-2)
Jim Franks discusses Revelation 1:1-2—“The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants—things which must shortly take place. And He…
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“Do Not Swear at All” (Matthew 5:33-37)
Erik Jones discusses Matthew 5:33-37—“Again you have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not swear falsely, but shall perform your oaths to the…
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Did Paul See the Holy Days as Obsolete? (Galatians 4:10-11)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Galatians 4:10-11—“You observe days and months and seasons and years. I am afraid for you, lest I have labored for you in vain.” 📄 Read…
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Justice Must Be DONE (Proverbs 21:3)
Scott Lord discusses Proverbs 21:3—“To do righteousness and justice Is more acceptable to the LORD than sacrifice.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all…
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The God of Reversals Cares for Us (1 Peter 5:6-7)
Jeremy Lallier discusses 1 Peter 5:6-7—“Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon…
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Where Can I Go From Your Spirit? (Psalm 139:7)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Psalm 139:7—“Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds…
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God’s Spirit Is Not a God-Being (2 Timothy 1:7)
Jim Franks discusses 2 Timothy 1:7—“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center…
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Christ Is the END of the Law? (Romans 10:4)
Caleb Froedge 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…
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The Safest Kind of Judgment (Luke 13:2-3
Kendrick Diaz discusses Luke 13:2-3—“And Jesus answered and said to them, ‘Do you suppose that these Galileans were worse sinners than all other Galileans…
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Jesus Didn’t Come to Bring Peace (Matthew 10:34)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Matthew 10:34—“Do not think that I came to bring peace on earth. I did not come to bring peace but a sword.” 🔗 Check out our Learning…
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Jesus Christ and the Feasts of the LORD (Leviticus 23:1-2)
Caleb Froedge discusses Leviticus 23:1-2—“And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, ‘Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: “The feasts of the LORD…
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God Clothes the Unworthy (Zechariah 3:3-4)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Zechariah 3:3-4—“Now Joshua was clothed with filthy garments, and was standing before the Angel. Then He answered and spoke to those…
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When Converted Christians Disagree (Philippians 4:2-3)
Erik Jones discusses Philippians 4:2-3—“I implore Euodia and I implore Syntyche to be of the same mind in the Lord. And I urge you also, true companion, help…
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How to Be Baptized (and Why It Matters) (Mark 1:9)
Dave Myers discusses Mark 1:9—“And it came to pass in those days, that Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee, and was baptized of John in the Jordan” (ASV). 🔗…
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The Integrity of the Upright (Proverbs 11:3)
David Johnson discusses Proverbs 11:3—“The integrity of the upright will guide them, but the perversity of the unfaithful will destroy them.” 📕 Download “God’s…
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There Is a Sin God Will Not Forgive (Mark 3:28-29)
Dave Myers discusses Mark 3:28-29—“Assuredly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the sons of men, and whatever blasphemies they may utter; but he who…
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The Value of Enduring Suffering (Hebrews 2:10)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Hebrews 2:10—“For it was fitting for Him, for whom are all things and by whom are all things, in bringing many sons to glory, to make…
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It’s Good to Know That You Don’t Know (Psalm 119:96)
David Johnson discusses Psalm 119:96—“I have seen the consummation of all perfection, But Your commandment is exceedingly broad.” 📕 Download “God’s 10…
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Repentance Is a Change of Mind (Matthew 4:17)
Dave Myers discusses Matthew 4:17—“From that time Jesus began to preach and to say, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.’” 🔗 Check out our Learning…
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The Proof of God Is in His Creation (Romans 1:20)
Doug Horchak discusses Romans 1:20—“For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are…
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Why Is Love Greater Than Faith and Hope? (1 Corinthians 13:13)
Erik Jones discusses 1 Corinthians 13:13—“In this life we have three great lasting qualities—faith, hope and love. But the greatest of them is love”…
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Hand to the Plow and Don’t Look Back (Luke 9:62)
Tom Clark discusses Luke 9:62—“But Jesus said to him, ‘No one, having put his hand to the plow, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.’” 🔗 Check out…
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Why Accountability Matters (Psalm 51:3-4)
Kendrick Diaz discusses Psalm 51:3-4—“For I acknowledge my transgressions, and my sin is always before me. Against You, You only, have I sinned, and done this…
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Do Not Forget to Entertain Strangers (Hebrews 13:1-2)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Hebrews 13:1-2—“Let brotherly love continue. Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained…
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Why We (Still) Keep the Passover (Leviticus 23:4-5)
Dave Myers discusses Leviticus 23:4-5—“These are the feasts of the LORD, holy convocations which you shall proclaim at their appointed times. On the fourteenth…
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Why Is Peace So Elusive? (Isaiah 32:17)
David Johnson discusses Isaiah 32:17—“The work of righteousness will be peace, and the effect of righteousness, quietness and assurance forever.” 📕 Download…
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False Teachers Creep Into Christianity (Jude 1:3-4)
Doug Horchak discusses Jude 1:3-4—“Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you…
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The Conquering Messiah (Psalm 9:5, 7-8)
Cecil Maranville discusses Psalm 9:5, 7-8—“You have rebuked the nations, You have destroyed the wicked; You have blotted out their name forever and ever . . …
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Taking Up Our Cross (Mark 8:34)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Mark 8:34—“When He had called the people to Himself, with His disciples also, He said to them, ‘Whoever desires to come after Me, let…
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Can We Be Perfect? (Matthew 5:48)
Erik Jones discusses Matthew 5:48—“Therefore you shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds of…
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When God Calls Us on the Carpet (Proverbs 12:1)
David Johnson discusses Proverbs 12:1—“Whoever loves instruction loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid.” 📕 Download “Change Your Life”…
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Are You a Good and Faithful Servant? (Matthew 25:21)
Dave Myers discusses Matthew 25:21—“His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler…
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Effective Prayer (Psalm 5:1-3)
Cecil Maranville discusses Psalm 5:1-3—“Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation. Give heed to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for to You…
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The Path of God’s Commandments (Psalm 119:35)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Psalm 119:35—“Make me walk in the path of Your commandments, for I delight in it.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds of…
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The “Give” Way or the “Get” Way (Acts 20:35)
Erik Jones discusses Acts 20:35—“I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord…
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Does God Want Us to Judge? (Matthew 7:1-2)
Mark Winner discusses Matthew 7:1-2—“Judge not, that you be not judged. For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it…
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In Whatever State I Am (Philippians 4:11)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Philippians 4:11—“I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds of helpful…
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Can You Discern Between Good and Evil? (Ezekiel 44:23)
Tom Clark discusses Ezekiel 44:23—“And they shall teach My people the difference between the holy and the unholy, and cause them to discern between the unclean…
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Christianity, in a Word (2 Corinthians 8:7)
Erik Jones discusses 2 Corinthians 8:7—“But as you abound in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all diligence, and in your love for us—see that…
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The End of the Commandments? (1 Timothy 1:5)
David Johnson discusses 1 Timothy 1:5 (KJV)—“Now the end of the commandment is charity out of a pure heart, and of a good conscience, and of faith unfeigned.”…
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The Never-Ending Prayer? (1 Thessalonians 5:17)
Jeremy Lallier discusses 1 Thessalonians 5:17—“Pray without ceasing.” 🔗 Check out our Learning Center for all kinds of helpful resources—we’ve got video…
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Does Christ Live in You? (Galatians 2:20)
Dave Myers discusses Galatians 2:20—“I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in…
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“If My People…” (2 Chronicles 7:14)
Cecil Maranville discusses 2 Chronicles 7:14—“If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their…
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God’s Times and Seasons (Genesis 1:14)
Caleb Froedge discusses Genesis 1:14—“Then God said, “Let there be lights in the firmament of the heavens to divide the day from the night; and let them be for…
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We Enter the Kingdom Through Tribulation (Acts 14:21-22)
Mark Winner discusses Acts 14:21-22—“And when they had preached the gospel to that city and made many disciples, they returned to Lystra, Iconium, and Antioch…
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Praying for Nero (1 Timothy 2:1-3)
David Johnson discusses 1 Timothy 2:1-3—“Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men…
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Dogs and Vomit, Pigs and Mud (2 Peter 2:22)
Erik Jones discusses 2 Peter 2:22—“But it has happened to them according to the true proverb: ‘A dog returns to his own vomit,’ and, ‘a sow, having washed, to…
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Some Dry, Technical Jargon (Psalm 74:16-17)
Jeremy Lallier discusses Psalm 74:16-17—“The day is Yours, the night also is Yours; You have prepared the light and the sun. You have set all the borders of…
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Who May Climb God’s Hill? (Psalm 24:3-4)
Dave Myers discusses Psalm 24:3-4—“Who may ascend into the hill of the LORD? Or who may stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who…
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Were You Predestined To Listen to This Episode? (Ephesians 1:11)
Cecil Maranville discusses Ephesians 1:11—“In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things…
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The Warning of the Days of Noah (Matthew 24:37-39)
Doug Horchak discusses Matthew 24:37-39—“But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be. For as in the days before the flood, they…