Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

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  1 Timothy 2. Day 166 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 21.08.2026 16m

  1 Timothy 2. Day 166 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Timothy 2 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Praying for All People. One Mediator Between God and Humanity. God's Design for the Church. "For there is one God and one mediator between God and humanity, the man Christ Jesus." — 1 Timothy 2:5 First Timothy 2 turns Paul's attention toward the worship and life of the local church. He begins with prayer, urging believers to offer petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving for everyone, including kings and those in authority. This is especially striking when we remember that the rulers of Paul's day were hardly friendly toward Christianity. Paul does not tell believers to pray only for leaders they agree with. We pray for those in authority so that we may live peaceful, godly lives and so that the gospel can continue to advance. Behind Paul's instruction is the heart of God, who desires people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. At the center of the chapter is one of the clearest statements about the uniqueness of Jesus Christ. There is one God and one mediator between God and humanity, Christ Jesus, who gave Himself as a ransom for all. Our greatest problem is separation from a holy God because of sin, and no religious effort, moral achievement, or human mediator can bridge that divide. Jesus alone can. Through His sacrificial death, He paid the price necessary to reconcile sinners to God. That truth gives urgency to both our prayers and our mission. We pray for people because we know there is salvation in Christ, and we proclaim Christ because He is the only mediator sinners desperately need. Paul closes with instructions concerning men and women in the gathered church, including prayer, modesty, learning, and teaching authority. These verses have generated considerable discussion throughout church history, but they should be read within Paul's larger concern for worship that reflects God's order rather than the values of the surrounding culture. Paul grounds his teaching not merely in first-century customs but in the creation account itself, which means we should approach these words carefully rather than simply dismissing them as outdated. First Timothy 2 reminds us that the church belongs to God, and He has the authority to determine how His people worship and live together. Our calling is to pray faithfully, proclaim Christ clearly, and humbly order our lives according to His Word.
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  1 Timothy 1. Day 165 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 20.08.2026 17m

  1 Timothy 1. Day 165 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Timothy 1 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Guarding Sound Doctrine. Grace for the Chief of Sinners. Fighting the Good Fight. "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, and I am the worst of them." — 1 Timothy 1:15 First Timothy opens as Paul writes to Timothy, his younger partner in ministry whom he had left in Ephesus to help lead and strengthen the church. Almost immediately, Paul emphasizes the importance of sound doctrine. False teachers had become distracted by myths, endless genealogies, and speculation that produced arguments rather than spiritual growth. Paul reminds Timothy that biblical teaching should lead somewhere. "The goal of our instruction is love that comes from a pure heart, a good conscience, and a sincere faith." Truth is never meant merely to fill our minds. Sound doctrine should shape our hearts and transform the way we live. Paul then turns from false teaching to his own testimony, and we get one of the clearest pictures of grace in the New Testament. Before meeting Christ, Paul had been a blasphemer, persecutor, and arrogant man who actively opposed the church. Yet Jesus showed him mercy. Paul never forgot who he had been, but he also never allowed his past to become greater than God's grace. He summarizes the gospel in one simple statement: "Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners." Paul saw himself as living proof that no one is beyond the reach of God's mercy. If Christ could save and transform him, there was hope for anyone. The chapter closes with Paul charging Timothy to "fight the good fight," holding firmly to faith and a good conscience. Ministry would not always be easy, and Timothy would need courage to guard the truth in a culture filled with competing voices. The same is true for us. First Timothy 1 reminds us that what we believe matters, but our theology should always lead us closer to Jesus and deeper into love. We guard the truth without forgetting grace. We remember where Christ found us without living in shame over our past. And we continue fighting the good fight because the gospel we have been entrusted with is still the greatest news the world could ever hear: Jesus Christ came to save sinners.
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  1 Corinthians 13. Day 164 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 19.08.2026 14m

  1 Corinthians 13. Day 164 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode The Necessity of Love. The Character of Christlike Love. What Lasts Forever. "Now these three remain: faith, hope, and love—but the greatest of these is love." — 1 Corinthians 13:13 First Corinthians 13 is often called the "love chapter," and we hear it frequently at weddings. But Paul's original context is much bigger than marriage. This chapter sits directly between Paul's teaching about spiritual gifts in chapters 12 and 14 because the Corinthian church had become focused on who had the greatest gifts. Paul shows them a better way. We can possess incredible knowledge, exercise remarkable spiritual gifts, speak with impressive words, give away everything we own, and even make tremendous sacrifices, but if those things are not motivated by love, Paul says they amount to nothing. Spiritual maturity is not ultimately measured by how gifted we are. It is measured by how deeply our lives reflect the love of Christ. Paul then tells us what that love actually looks like. Love is patient and kind. It does not envy, boast, or become arrogant. It is not selfish, easily provoked, or constantly keeping a record of wrongs. Love rejoices in truth and continues to bear, believe, hope, and endure. These familiar words become much more challenging when we stop reading them as poetry and begin using them as a mirror. Am I patient with difficult people? Do I celebrate when someone else succeeds? Am I keeping score of how someone has hurt me? Biblical love is not simply an emotion we feel. It is a Christlike way of living that consistently chooses the good of another person. Paul closes by reminding us that spiritual gifts are temporary, but love is eternal. Right now our understanding is incomplete. We see only part of what God is doing, like looking through a dim reflection. One day, when we stand in the presence of Christ, what is partial will give way to what is complete. Faith, hope, and love remain, and the greatest is love. First Corinthians 13 challenges us to evaluate our lives by a different standard. We can be right and still fail to love. We can be gifted and still fail to love. We can accomplish great things and still miss what matters most. The clearest evidence of a life being shaped by Jesus is not simply what we know or what we can do, but how faithfully we love God and the people He has placed around us.
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  1 Corinthians 12. Day 163 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 18.08.2026 19m

  1 Corinthians 12. Day 163 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Gifts from the Spirit. One Body with Many Parts. Every Believer Has a Purpose. "Now you are the body of Christ, and individual members of it." — 1 Corinthians 12:27 First Corinthians 12 turns our attention to spiritual gifts and the work of the Holy Spirit within the church. The Corinthians had begun treating certain gifts as signs of greater spirituality, creating competition and division where there should have been unity. Paul reminds them that while there are different gifts, ministries, and activities, they all come from the same God. The Holy Spirit distributes gifts according to His will, and every gift is given "for the common good." Spiritual gifts are not trophies that show how important we are. They are tools God gives us to serve others and strengthen His church. Paul then gives us one of the most powerful pictures of the church in the New Testament: the body of Christ. A body has many different parts, and every part has a different function, but they all belong to one body. The eye cannot tell the hand that it is unnecessary, and the head cannot tell the feet that they are not needed. In the same way, there are no insignificant members of Christ's church. We do not all have the same gifts, personalities, responsibilities, or calling, and that is exactly how God designed it. Our differences should not lead to comparison or competition. They should lead us to depend on one another. That picture also means that Christianity was never intended to be lived alone. When one part of the body suffers, we suffer together. When one is honored, we rejoice together. God has intentionally placed each believer within His body, and every person has something meaningful to contribute. First Corinthians 12 challenges us to stop comparing our gifts with someone else's and instead faithfully use what God has entrusted to us. You do not have to be gifted like someone else to be valuable to the Kingdom. God has placed you in His body on purpose. The question is not whether your gift looks impressive, but whether you are faithfully using it to serve others and point people to Christ.
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  1 Corinthians 11. Day 162 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 17.08.2026 16m

  1 Corinthians 11. Day 162 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Following Christ's Example. Honoring God in Worship. Remembering Christ at the Lord's Supper. "Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ." — 1 Corinthians 11:1 First Corinthians 11 continues Paul's concern for how the gospel should shape every part of life, including the way believers worship together. Paul begins with a simple but challenging statement: "Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ." The ultimate pattern for the Christian life is not our culture, our preferences, or even another Christian leader. It is Jesus. Paul then addresses issues of men and women, head coverings, and order in worship that were particularly significant in the culture of Corinth. While some of the cultural expressions require careful interpretation, Paul's larger concern is clear: our worship should reflect God's created order, honor one another, and ultimately bring glory to Christ rather than drawing attention to ourselves. Paul then turns to a serious problem surrounding the Lord's Supper. What was meant to demonstrate the unity of the church had become another place where the Corinthians' divisions were being exposed. Some ate plenty while others went hungry, and the meal that was supposed to proclaim Christ's sacrificial love had become centered on selfishness. Paul brings them back to the words of Jesus on the night He was betrayed: "This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me." Every time believers share the bread and the cup, we look backward to the cross and proclaim the Lord's death until He comes again. Paul closes with a call to examine ourselves before coming to the Lord's Table. This is not meant to keep imperfect people away from communion. If perfection were required, none of us could come. Instead, we approach with humility, repentance, gratitude, and a proper recognition of Christ's body. First Corinthians 11 reminds us that worship is never supposed to be about us. Whether we gather with the church, follow godly examples, or receive the Lord's Supper, our attention should continually return to Jesus. We remember His body given for us, His blood poured out for us, and the promise that the Savior who died and rose again is coming back.
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  1 Corinthians 10. Day 161 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 14.08.2026 19m

  1 Corinthians 10. Day 161 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Learning from Israel's Failure. Standing Firm Against Temptation. Doing Everything for God's Glory. "So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God." — 1 Corinthians 10:31 First Corinthians 10 begins with a warning from Israel's history. God's people experienced incredible blessings. They were delivered from Egypt, passed through the sea, received God's provision in the wilderness, and experienced His presence among them. Yet many still fell into idolatry, immorality, complaining, and unbelief. Paul tells the Corinthians that these events were written as examples for us. Experiencing God's blessings does not make us immune to spiritual failure. We must guard our hearts against becoming comfortable, overconfident, or careless in our walk with Christ. Paul warns us plainly, "Whoever thinks he stands must be careful not to fall." Paul then gives one of the most encouraging promises in Scripture concerning temptation. Temptation is common to all of us, but God is faithful. He will not allow us to be tempted beyond what we can bear without also providing a way to endure it. That does not mean we should see how close we can get to sin without falling. Paul's command is much stronger: "Flee from idolatry." Sometimes the most spiritual response to temptation is not to stand around and fight with it but to run from it. Through his discussion of the Lord's Supper and food offered to idols, Paul reminds believers that our deepest allegiance belongs to Christ. We cannot claim fellowship with Jesus while willingly giving our hearts to the idols of this world. The chapter closes by bringing Paul's teaching about Christian freedom into sharp focus. The question is not simply whether something is permissible. Paul tells us to consider whether it is beneficial, whether it builds others up, and ultimately whether it brings glory to God. That gives us a powerful filter for every area of life: Can I do this for the glory of God? First Corinthians 10 challenges us to learn from the failures of those who came before us, take temptation seriously, and use our freedom with love and wisdom. Whether in the big decisions or the ordinary moments of our day, the goal of the Christian life remains the same: whatever we do, do it all for the glory of God.
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  1 Corinthians 9. Day 160 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 13.08.2026 17m

  1 Corinthians 9. Day 160 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Surrendering Our Rights. All Things for the Gospel. Running to Win. "I have become all things to all people, so that I may by every possible means save some." — 1 Corinthians 9:22 First Corinthians 9 continues Paul's teaching about Christian freedom by using his own ministry as an example. As an apostle, Paul had legitimate rights. He had the right to receive financial support for his ministry, and he carefully explains why those who preach the gospel are worthy of being supported by the church. Yet Paul willingly chose not to exercise some of those rights when doing so might create an obstacle to the gospel. His point is not that Christian rights are unimportant. His point is that the mission of Christ is more important. Sometimes following Jesus means willingly laying down something we have every right to claim because reaching people with the gospel matters more. That same heart is behind Paul's well-known statement that he became "all things to all people." Paul was not changing the gospel to make people happy or compromising biblical truth to fit the culture. He was willing to change himself. He adapted his approach, surrendered personal preferences, and entered into the lives of different people so that unnecessary barriers would not keep them from hearing about Jesus. The message never changed, but Paul's methods could. His life revolved around one consuming purpose: "I do all this because of the gospel." That challenges us to consider what preferences, comforts, or traditions we might be willing to surrender if it helps someone see Christ more clearly. Paul closes the chapter with the picture of an athlete competing in a race. Runners do not train accidentally. They exercise discipline, deny themselves certain comforts, and keep their eyes fixed on the prize. Paul says the Christian life should be lived with that same intentionality. We are not running for a temporary crown but an eternal one. First Corinthians 9 challenges us to ask whether we are simply participating in the Christian life or truly running to win. Following Christ requires discipline, sacrifice, and focus. Our freedom is real, but our mission is greater. May we be willing to lay aside anything necessary, discipline ourselves faithfully, and spend our lives for the sake of the gospel.
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  1 Corinthians 8. Day 159 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 12.08.2026 15m

  1 Corinthians 8. Day 159 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Knowledge and Love. Christian Freedom. Loving Others More Than Our Rights. "Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up." — 1 Corinthians 8:1 First Corinthians 8 takes us into a very specific issue facing the Corinthian church: whether Christians should eat food that had been offered to idols. While that particular situation may seem distant from us today, the principle Paul teaches could not be more relevant. Some believers understood correctly that idols were nothing and that there is only one true God. Their theology was right, but Paul reminds them that being right is not the only thing that matters. Knowledge without love can quickly become pride. Christian maturity is not simply measured by how much truth we know, but by how faithfully that truth leads us to love others. Paul makes it clear that an idol has no real power and that eating certain food does not bring us closer to God. In Christ, believers have tremendous freedom. But Paul introduces an important question: What if exercising my freedom causes another believer to stumble? Suddenly the issue is no longer just about what we are allowed to do. It becomes about how our choices affect the spiritual well-being of someone else. Christian freedom was never intended to become Christian selfishness. Sometimes love willingly gives up a right for the sake of another person's faith. Paul closes with a powerful example of that kind of love. If something he was free to do would cause a brother or sister to stumble, Paul says he would rather give it up entirely. That is a very different way of thinking from a culture that constantly tells us to demand our rights and do whatever makes us happy. First Corinthians 8 challenges us to ask a better question than simply, "Can I do this?" As followers of Jesus, we should also ask, "Will this honor Christ, and will it help or hurt the people around me?" Spiritual maturity is not proven by how much freedom we exercise. Sometimes it is revealed by what we are willing to surrender because we love others more than we love our own rights.
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  1 Corinthians 7. Day 158 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 11.08.2026 16m

  1 Corinthians 7. Day 158 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode God's Design for Marriage. Faithfulness in Every Season. Living with Undivided Devotion. "Let each one live his life in the situation the Lord assigned when God called him." — 1 Corinthians 7:17 First Corinthians 7 begins a new section of Paul's letter as he responds to specific questions the Corinthians had asked him. He addresses marriage, singleness, sexuality, divorce, and contentment with remarkable pastoral wisdom. In a culture filled with sexual immorality, Paul affirms God's design for marriage and reminds husbands and wives that marriage involves mutual love, responsibility, and faithfulness. Neither spouse is called to selfishness. Christian marriage should reflect a willingness to serve one another and honor the covenant God has established between them. Paul also addresses difficult situations involving divorce and marriages where only one spouse follows Christ. His consistent emphasis is faithfulness. Believers should not look for reasons to abandon their commitments simply because following Jesus has changed their circumstances. At the same time, Paul recognizes that some situations are beyond a believer's control and reminds us that "God has called you to live in peace." Throughout the chapter, Paul refuses to treat marriage as spiritually superior to singleness or singleness as superior to marriage. Both can be gifts from God, and both provide opportunities to faithfully serve Christ. Running through the entire chapter is a larger principle that reaches far beyond marriage: our circumstances do not determine our usefulness to God. Paul repeatedly encourages believers to faithfully serve Christ wherever God has placed them. We can easily convince ourselves that we would serve God better if something about our lives were different, but Paul points us back to faithfulness right where we are. First Corinthians 7 challenges us to honor God in our relationships, remain faithful in the season He has given us, and make Christ our highest devotion. Whether married or single, in an easy season or a difficult one, our greatest calling remains the same: to belong completely to Jesus and faithfully serve Him with the life we have been given.
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  1 Corinthians 6. Day 157 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 10.08.2026 14m

  1 Corinthians 6. Day 157 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Living as God's People. Washed and Made New. Glorifying God with Our Bodies. "You were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God." — 1 Corinthians 6:11 First Corinthians 6 continues Paul's call for the church to live differently because they belong to Christ. He begins by confronting believers who were taking one another to court over disputes that should have been handled within the Christian community. Their willingness to fight publicly over personal grievances revealed a deeper spiritual problem. Paul reminds them that sometimes it is better to be wronged than to damage the witness and unity of the church. Following Jesus means that being right is not always as important as being faithful. Paul then gives one of the clearest reminders in the New Testament of the transforming power of the gospel. After listing patterns of sin that characterize life apart from God, he says, "And some of you used to be like this." Those words are filled with hope. Their past did not have the final word. They had been washed, sanctified, and justified through Jesus Christ. The gospel does not simply forgive us while leaving us unchanged. Christ gives us a new identity and calls us into a new way of life. We should never forget where grace found us, but neither should we continue living as though grace never changed us. The chapter closes by addressing sexual immorality and the significance of our bodies. The Corinthians lived in a culture that separated spirituality from physical behavior, but Paul rejects that thinking completely. Our bodies belong to the Lord. For believers, the body is a temple of the Holy Spirit, and we have been bought at an incredible price through the blood of Christ. That means holiness reaches into every area of life, including our sexuality. First Corinthians 6 reminds us that Christian freedom is not permission to do whatever we want. We belong to Jesus. We have been purchased, cleansed, and made new, and now every part of our lives should bring glory to the One who gave Himself for us.
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  1 Corinthians 5. Day 156 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 07.08.2026 17m

  1 Corinthians 5. Day 156 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Church Discipline. Holiness Among God's People. Christ Our Passover Lamb. "For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed." — 1 Corinthians 5:7 First Corinthians 5 addresses one of the most difficult but necessary responsibilities of the church: confronting unrepentant sin within the body of Christ. Paul responds to a situation involving blatant sexual immorality that the Corinthian church had tolerated rather than addressed. Instead of grieving over the sin, they had become proud and indifferent. Paul reminds them that genuine love for one another includes the courage to confront sin, not to shame or condemn, but to call a brother or sister back to repentance. Church discipline is never about punishment for punishment's sake. Its goal is always restoration, the purity of the church, and the glory of God. To explain the seriousness of unchecked sin, Paul uses the image of leaven spreading through a batch of dough. Just as a small amount of yeast affects the entire loaf, tolerated sin can influence the entire church. God's people are called to pursue holiness because they belong to Christ. Paul points the Corinthians back to the Passover, reminding them that Christ is our Passover Lamb who has been sacrificed for us. Because Jesus has cleansed us through His death, we are called to remove the "old leaven" of sinful living and pursue lives marked by sincerity and truth. Paul closes the chapter by clarifying that believers are not called to separate themselves from unbelievers in the world. Instead, the church has the responsibility to lovingly hold accountable those who claim to follow Christ while living in open, unrepentant rebellion. The church cannot fulfill its mission if it ignores the very holiness to which God has called it. First Corinthians 5 reminds us that grace never excuses sin, and holiness never excludes grace. The gospel calls us to be a people who love one another enough to pursue restoration, protect the purity of Christ's church, and reflect the transforming power of the Savior who gave Himself for us.
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  1 Corinthians 4. Day 155 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 06.08.2026 19m

  1 Corinthians 4. Day 155 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Faithful Stewards. True Spiritual Authority. Following Godly Examples. "In this case, moreover, it is required that managers be found faithful." — 1 Corinthians 4:2 First Corinthians 4 continues Paul's appeal for unity by reminding the Corinthian believers how they should view spiritual leaders. Rather than elevating one teacher over another, Paul says that apostles and ministers are simply servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. The greatest qualification for a steward is not popularity, giftedness, or influence—it is faithfulness. Paul refuses to measure his ministry by the opinions of others or even by his own evaluation. His ultimate accountability is to the Lord, who alone sees the motives of the heart and will one day bring every hidden thing into the light. Paul then confronts the pride that had taken root within the Corinthian church. Some believers had begun acting as though they had already arrived spiritually, boasting in their knowledge and looking down on others. In contrast, Paul describes the reality of apostolic ministry as one marked by hardship, sacrifice, persecution, and humble service. The Christian life is not about seeking recognition or comfort. It is about faithfully representing Christ, even when doing so comes with suffering. God's Kingdom is not demonstrated through impressive words but through lives transformed by His power. The chapter concludes with Paul's deeply personal appeal as a spiritual father to the Corinthians. He is not writing to shame them but to lovingly correct them. He urges them to imitate his example as he follows Christ and sends Timothy to remind them of the patterns of faithful Christian living he had taught in every church. Paul warns those who were arrogant that he would soon come and see whether their lives displayed the power of God's Kingdom or merely empty talk. First Corinthians 4 reminds us that authentic spiritual leadership is characterized by humility, faithfulness, and sacrificial love. God is not looking for people who simply appear successful in the eyes of the world. He is looking for servants who will faithfully carry out the work He has entrusted to them until the day they stand before Him.
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  1 Corinthians 3. Day 154 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 05.08.2026 17m

  1 Corinthians 3. Day 154 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Growing to Spiritual Maturity. Building on Christ. God's Temple. "For no one can lay any foundation other than what has been laid down. That foundation is Jesus Christ." — 1 Corinthians 3:11 First Corinthians 3 addresses a difficult reality within the church at Corinth: although the believers had trusted in Christ, many of them were still living like spiritual infants. Their jealousy, divisions, and pride revealed that they were thinking more like the world than like followers of Jesus. Paul reminds them that spiritual maturity is not measured by how much we know but by how much our lives are being transformed. The Christian life is meant to move beyond spiritual infancy into steady growth, where our attitudes, relationships, and decisions increasingly reflect the character of Christ. Paul then uses the imagery of a field and a building to describe the church. Different leaders have different roles—Paul planted, Apollos watered—but God alone gives the growth. This is a humbling reminder that no ministry belongs to a single person. Every pastor, teacher, or servant of Christ is simply a steward of God's work. Paul goes on to describe Jesus Christ as the only true foundation upon which our lives and ministries can be built. Every believer is building something with their life, and one day our work will be tested by fire. The quality of what we build—not the quantity—will reveal whether our efforts were done for God's glory or our own. The chapter concludes by reminding believers that the church is God's temple and that His Spirit dwells within His people. Because of this, we are called to pursue holiness, unity, and humility. Worldly wisdom often elevates pride, competition, and self-promotion, but God's wisdom calls us to servant-hearted faithfulness. First Corinthians 3 challenges us to examine what we are building our lives upon. Is Christ truly the foundation of our decisions, relationships, and priorities? When our lives are built on Him, our work will endure, our faith will mature, and God will receive the glory He alone deserves.
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  1 Corinthians 2. Day 153 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 04.08.2026 16m

  1 Corinthians 2. Day 153 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Christ Crucified. The Wisdom of God. The Mind of Christ. "For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified." — 1 Corinthians 2:2 First Corinthians 2 continues Paul's emphasis on the centrality of the gospel. When he first came to Corinth, he did not rely on impressive speech, persuasive arguments, or human wisdom to win people over. Instead, he preached one message above all others: Jesus Christ and Him crucified. Paul understood that genuine faith is not produced by eloquent personalities or clever presentations. It is the work of the Holy Spirit through the proclamation of the gospel. The power that changes lives has never been found in the messenger. It has always been found in the message of Christ. Paul then explains that there is a wisdom far greater than anything the world can offer. God's wisdom was hidden for ages but has now been revealed through Jesus Christ. The rulers of this world failed to recognize Him because they evaluated everything through human understanding rather than spiritual truth. What God has prepared for those who love Him cannot be discovered through human intellect alone. It must be revealed by the Holy Spirit, who searches the deep things of God and enables believers to understand the truth of His Word. The chapter concludes by contrasting the natural person with the spiritual person. Apart from the work of the Holy Spirit, the things of God appear foolish because they are spiritually discerned. But those who belong to Christ have received the Spirit of God, allowing them to understand His truth and live according to His wisdom. Paul ends with a remarkable statement: "We have the mind of Christ." This does not mean we know everything Christ knows, but that through His Spirit and His Word, our thinking is being transformed to reflect His character and His priorities. First Corinthians 2 reminds us that spiritual maturity is not measured by knowledge alone but by a life shaped by the wisdom of God, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and centered completely on Jesus Christ.
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  1 Corinthians 1. Day 152 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 03.08.2026 17m

  1 Corinthians 1. Day 152 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Unity in Christ. The Message of the Cross. God's Wisdom Over Human Wisdom. "For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but it is the power of God to us who are being saved." — 1 Corinthians 1:18 Paul opens his first letter to the Corinthians by addressing a church that was rich in spiritual gifts but struggling with spiritual maturity. Instead of beginning with condemnation, he reminds them of God's grace. They have been sanctified in Christ, called to be His holy people, and richly blessed in Him. Yet almost immediately, Paul confronts the divisions that had developed within the church. Believers were aligning themselves with different leaders rather than finding their identity in Christ. Paul's question cuts to the heart of the issue: "Is Christ divided?" The church was never meant to be built around personalities or preferences. Our unity is found in the One who was crucified for us. Paul then shifts to the central message of the Christian faith: the cross of Jesus Christ. To the world, a crucified Savior appeared weak, foolish, and insignificant. But what seems like foolishness to human wisdom is actually the very power of God to save sinners. God intentionally chose a way of salvation that no one could accomplish through intelligence, influence, or human achievement. The cross humbles every person because it reminds us that we contribute nothing to our salvation except the sin that made it necessary. Every believer stands on equal ground at the foot of the cross. The chapter closes by reminding us that God's ways are higher than our own. He often chooses what the world considers weak, ordinary, and overlooked to accomplish His greatest purposes so that no one can boast before Him. Our hope is not found in our abilities but in Christ alone, who has become for us wisdom from God, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. First Corinthians 1 calls us to reject pride, pursue unity, and never lose sight of the cross. The gospel will never make sense to a world that values power and self-sufficiency, but to those who believe, it remains the power of God and the foundation of our hope.
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  Luke 24. Day 151 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 31.07.2026 18m

  Luke 24. Day 151 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: Luke 24 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode The Risen Christ. Hearts Set Ablaze. Sent to the Nations. "Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures." — Luke 24:45 Luke concludes his Gospel with the greatest victory in human history—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Early on the first day of the week, the women arrive at the tomb expecting to anoint a dead body, only to find the stone rolled away and the tomb empty. Two angels announce the news that forever changed the world: "He is not here, but he has risen!" The resurrection is not merely the happy ending to Jesus' story; it is the foundation of the Christian faith. Death has been defeated, sin has been conquered, and the promises of God have been fulfilled in the risen Savior. What appeared to be the darkest moment at the cross has become the greatest display of God's power and redeeming love. One of the most beautiful scenes in all of Scripture unfolds on the road to Emmaus. Two discouraged disciples walk away from Jerusalem, unable to understand the events they have witnessed. The risen Jesus joins them, though they do not yet recognize Him, and patiently explains how Moses, the Prophets, and all the Scriptures point to the Messiah's suffering and glory. Their hearts burn within them as Christ opens the Scriptures, and their eyes are finally opened when He breaks bread with them. Luke reminds us that all of Scripture ultimately tells one story—the story of God's redemption through Jesus Christ. From Genesis to Revelation, every page points us to Him. The chapter closes as Jesus appears to His disciples, proves that He has physically risen from the dead, and commissions them to proclaim repentance for the forgiveness of sins to all nations, beginning in Jerusalem. Before ascending into heaven, He blesses them and promises the coming of the Holy Spirit, preparing them for the mission that will unfold in the book of Acts. Luke ends not with fear or uncertainty but with joy, worship, and confident expectation. The empty tomb changes everything. Because Christ is alive, our sins are forgiven, our hope is secure, and our mission is clear. As we finish Luke's Gospel, we are reminded that the same risen Savior who walked with the disciples still walks with His people today, opening our eyes to His Word and sending us into the world to proclaim the good news that Jesus Christ is Lord.
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  Luke 23. Day 150 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 30.07.2026 21m

  Luke 23. Day 150 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: Luke 23 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode The Innocent King. The Crucified Savior. The Promise of Paradise. "Father, forgive them, because they do not know what they are doing." — Luke 23:34 Luke 23 brings us to the darkest day in human history—and at the same time, the greatest display of God's love and grace. Jesus is brought before Pilate, then Herod, and back to Pilate, where each ruler finds no legitimate reason to condemn Him. Though repeatedly declared innocent, Jesus is handed over to be crucified because the crowds demand the release of Barabbas, a guilty insurrectionist, in His place. The innocent dies for the guilty. In that exchange we see the heart of the gospel: Jesus willingly takes the place that sinners deserve so that sinners can receive the life they do not deserve. As Jesus hangs on the cross, Luke uniquely emphasizes His compassion and mercy. Rather than calling down judgment on those mocking Him, He prays, "Father, forgive them." One criminal joins the crowd in ridicule, while the other recognizes Jesus' innocence and places his faith in Him, asking to be remembered when He comes into His Kingdom. Jesus responds with one of the most hope-filled promises in all of Scripture: "Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise." Salvation is not earned through a lifetime of good works but received through faith in the crucified King. Even in His final moments, Jesus continues to seek and save the lost. The chapter ends with Jesus committing His spirit into the Father's hands before breathing His last. Darkness covers the land, the temple curtain is torn from top to bottom, and the centurion declares that Jesus was truly righteous. Joseph of Arimathea courageously requests Jesus' body and lays Him in a new tomb, while the women faithfully prepare to return after the Sabbath. Luke 23 reminds us that the cross was not a tragic accident but the fulfillment of God's eternal plan of redemption. At Calvary, justice and mercy meet. The spotless Lamb of God bears our sin so that we might be forgiven, reconciled to the Father, and given the hope of eternal life. Before the resurrection dawns, Luke calls us to stand at the foot of the cross and marvel at the Savior who loved us enough to die in our place.
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  Luke 22. Day 149 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 29.07.2026 20m

  Luke 22. Day 149 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: Luke 22 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode The Last Supper. Surrender in Gethsemane. The Faithfulness of Jesus. "Father, if you are willing, take this cup away from me—nevertheless, not my will, but yours, be done." — Luke 22:42 Luke 22 brings us into the final hours before the crucifixion and reveals both the weakness of humanity and the unwavering faithfulness of Christ. As the Passover approaches, Judas agrees to betray Jesus, setting in motion God's eternal plan of redemption. During the Passover meal, Jesus transforms this ancient feast into what we now know as the Lord's Supper. The bread and the cup become reminders of the new covenant established through His body and His blood. While the disciples are still thinking about positions of greatness, Jesus teaches that true greatness in His Kingdom is found in humble service. Even on the eve of His suffering, His focus remains on preparing His followers for what lies ahead. The scene then shifts to the Garden of Gethsemane, where we witness the depth of Jesus' humanity and His perfect obedience to the Father. Fully aware of the suffering that awaits Him, Jesus prays with such intensity that His sweat becomes like drops of blood falling to the ground. Yet His prayer is ultimately one of complete surrender: "Not my will, but yours, be done." While Jesus remains faithful in prayer, the disciples sleep, and moments later Judas arrives with the crowd to betray Him with a kiss. Peter's attempt to defend Jesus with a sword is quickly corrected, reminding us that God's Kingdom will not be established through human force but through Christ's willing sacrifice. The chapter concludes with Jesus' arrest, Peter's heartbreaking denial, and Jesus standing before the Jewish council. Peter's failure is especially sobering because it comes from one who genuinely loved the Lord yet relied too heavily on his own strength. But even here, Jesus' grace shines through. After Peter's third denial, the Lord turns and looks at him—not with condemnation, but with a look that would eventually lead Peter to repentance and restoration. Luke 22 reminds us that our hope is never found in our own faithfulness but in Christ's. He willingly drank the cup of God's wrath so that we could receive the cup of salvation. In every moment of betrayal, weakness, and suffering, Jesus remained perfectly obedient, accomplishing the redemption that only He could secure.
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  Luke 21. Day 148 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 28.07.2026 16m

  Luke 21. Day 148 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: Luke 21 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode Wholehearted Devotion. Enduring Until the End. Living Ready for Christ's Return. "Be alert at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that are going to take place and to stand before the Son of Man." — Luke 21:36 Luke 21 opens with a powerful contrast between outward generosity and genuine sacrifice. As Jesus watches people place their offerings into the temple treasury, He notices a poor widow who gives two small coins. While others gave from their abundance, she gave all she had. Jesus measures generosity not by the size of the gift but by the depth of trust behind it. Her offering demonstrates a heart fully surrendered to God, reminding us that the Lord sees what others overlook and values faithfulness more than impressive appearances. Jesus then turns His disciples' attention to the future, predicting the destruction of the temple and describing events that will unfold before His return. He warns of deception, persecution, wars, natural disasters, and great turmoil, yet repeatedly tells His followers not to be frightened. These events are not signs that God has lost control but reminders that His sovereign plan is unfolding exactly as He promised. Jesus assures His disciples that they will have opportunities to bear witness for Him even in the midst of opposition, and He promises His sustaining presence as they endure hardship for His name. The chapter concludes with Jesus calling His followers to remain spiritually awake. Just as people in every generation can become distracted by the worries, pleasures, and busyness of life, disciples are called to live with eternal perspective. Rather than attempting to predict every detail of the future, Jesus emphasizes readiness, faithfulness, and perseverance. Luke 21 reminds us that our hope is not found in earthly security or political stability but in the coming King. As we await His return, may we live with generous hearts like the widow, unwavering courage in the face of trials, and watchful expectancy, knowing that our redemption is drawing near.
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  Luke 20. Day 147 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year 27.07.2026 20m

  Luke 20. Day 147 - The New Testament in a Year Episode Notes: Today's Scripture: Luke 20 (CSB)Podcast Homepage: The New Testament in a YearBible Reading Plan: Navigators Bible Reading PlanContact Sean: (seanbailey1985@gmail.com)Follow NTIY on Facebook: facebook.com/newtestamentinayear In Today's Episode The Authority of Christ. Rejecting the Cornerstone. Wisdom That Silences His Critics. "The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone." — Luke 20:17 Luke 20 takes us into a series of confrontations between Jesus and the religious leaders during His final week before the cross. They challenge His authority, demanding to know who gave Him the right to teach and act as He did. Rather than answering on their terms, Jesus exposes the unbelief behind their question. Their issue was never a lack of evidence but a refusal to submit to God's authority. Through the Parable of the Wicked Tenants, Jesus reveals Israel's long history of rejecting God's messengers and ultimately rejecting His own Son. Yet what sinful men reject, God establishes. The rejected stone becomes the cornerstone of His redemptive plan. Unable to trap Jesus with questions about His authority, His opponents shift their strategy. They ask whether it is lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, hoping to force Him into either political rebellion or public disgrace. Jesus responds with remarkable wisdom: "Give, then, to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's." With a single answer, He affirms legitimate earthly authority while reminding His listeners that their ultimate allegiance belongs to God. The Sadducees then attempt to ridicule the doctrine of the resurrection, but Jesus exposes their misunderstanding of both the Scriptures and the power of God. He reminds them that the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is the God of the living, for all who belong to Him live in His presence. The chapter closes with Jesus asking a question that no one can answer: How can the Messiah be both David's Son and David's Lord? The answer points directly to His divine identity. He is not merely another king in David's line—He is the eternal Son of God who came to reign forever. Jesus then warns the people against the pride and hypocrisy of the scribes, who sought honor from others while neglecting genuine devotion to God. Luke 20 reminds us that every person must ultimately answer one question: Who is Jesus? He is the rejected Cornerstone, the promised Messiah, the Lord of David, and the One whose authority deserves our complete trust, obedience, and worship.