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Who are your top five closest friends? Have you ever thought that those you spend the most time with determine your direction? And your direction determines your destination. When Consumed By Fire sings "Walk With Jesus," we are reminded that we are better off following in Christ's footsteps.

What does it mean to walk with Jesus? Let's explore Scripture together.

In this episode, I discuss the following:

• Taking a B.I.T.E. out of Scripture – this week's Bible Interaction Tool Exercises include:
  • Read in context
  • Follow cross-references
  • Make a list
  • Consider the opposite
• Episode Guide
• The metaphor of walking in Scripture - Genesis 3:8, Leviticus 26:12, Genesis 5:22-24, Genesis 6:9, 2 Chronicles 6:16
• How walking is linked to paths in Scripture - Psalm 1:1, Proverbs 4:14, Isaiah 2:2, Psalm 119:45
• Walking as a way of living in Scripture - Daniel 4:37, Micah 6:8
• Jesus is the WAY - John 14:6, Acts 9:2
• Episode 494, where we see walking contrasted - walking in sin and walking in good works
• Focus verse - if we say we abide in Christ, we ought to walk in the same way Jesus walked - 1 John 2:6
• More about abiding in Christ - Episode 123 and Episode 447 - John 15
• More about walking in Christ - Colossians 2:6-8
• Considering the opposite of walking with Christ - Proverbs 1:10, Proverbs 1:15
• Walking on paths = a WAY - Proverbs 2:12-15, Proverbs 2:20, Proverbs 3:5-6
• Returning to the inspiration point to dig a little deeper - 1 John 1 - 2:6

Additional Resources

• Lyrics - NewReleaseToday.com
• Dictionary of Biblical Imagery - Amazon Paid Link
• The story behind the song "Walk With Jesus" by Consumed By Fire - New Release Today Article
• My favorite Bible Study Software - Logos Bible Software Affiliate Link

This Week's Challenge

This is the perfect week to download the Episode Guide because I have listed all the Scriptures I reference that reveal the metaphor of walking throughout the Old Testament. Then, start in 1 John and let it lead you to John 15 and Colossians 2 to explore abiding and walking with Jesus. Finally, spend some time in the beginning chapters of Proverbs with your antenna up for walking, paths, and ways, and see what you can learn from there. And if your feet are currently on the wrong path, consider this your “exit ahead” sign to get off the path you’re on and join hands with the Way, the Truth, and the Life. Choose today to walk with Jesus.

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While my podcast is a solo show, I still want a venue to introduce you to these friends as examples of the multifaceted ways God works in and through His people.

In this episode, I have the privilege of hosting my friend Rachel Cash, co-author of Mixtape Theology, to talk about her dedication to God's Word and the pivotal decisions she made to lead her to this stage in life.

It won't take you long to understand why Rachel and I are friends. Scriptural truths overflow out of her heart, and she remains on a path to go deeper and deeper.

Both Mixtape Theology, the podcast, and Mixtape Theology, the book, are part devotional and part 90s retrospective. Similar to how More Than a Song explores contemporary Christian music, they explore the Bible verses behind their favorite 90s CCM songs, resulting in a fuller understanding of God and His redemptive plan.

Memorable Mentions

Snackable Theology by Andrew Doane

Rachel discusses one of the motivating factors that keeps her in the Word: her God-given assignment to disciple her kids. She recommends "Snackable Theology" by Andrew Doane.

Mixtape Theology by William "Ashley" Mofield and Rachel Cash

Rachel explains the story behind the book Mixtape Theology: A Bible Study & Retrospective Inspired by 90s Contemporary Christian Music and Culture.

Rachel shares that the book includes 35 devotions based on 90s CCM hit songs to deepen understanding of theological concepts and inspire meditation, obedience, and worship. It also includes 12 often humorous retrospectives that harness nostalgia to motivate readers to keep reading and studying—AND other fun comics and surprises for you to enjoy as you read.

Savior by Steven Curtis Chapman

Rachel talks about how Steven Curtis Chapman's song "Savior" led her to Scripture and deeper theology. This is a BONUS discussion as this devotion is not in the book. Enjoy the song above.

Dwell App to listen to an audio version of Scripture

A couple of Rachel's favorite ways to interact with Scripture are to understand the historical context and to listen to an audio version of the text. She likes the Dwell App.

Connect With Rachel and Mixtape Theology

• The website: www.mixtapetheology.com
• The podcast: https://www.mixtapetheology.com/podcast
• The book: https://books2read.com/mixtapetheology
• Rachel on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/rachelcash
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I love a good play on words. When you do a quick Google search of grave robbers, you discover it's a worldwide phenomenon usually perpetrated to take and profit from valuable artifacts or personal property. Crowder’s song “Grave Robber” attributes this title to God. But not in the way we normally think of a body snatcher who digs up graves for their own economic benefit. No. Our grave robber is snatching our souls from eternal death.

Moving from death to life is an important theme to study in Scripture. Join me on the journey from Ephesians to Romans, Genesis, and John.

In this episode, I discuss the following:

• Taking a B.I.T.E. out of Scripture – this week's Bible Interaction Tool Exercises include:
  • Make observations
  • Make a list
  • Follow the cross-references
  • Complete a word study
• Episode Guide
• Dead, but made alive with Christ - Ephesians 2:1-10
• "For what Paul does in this passage is to paint a vivid contrast between what man is by nature and what he can become by grace." -- The Message of Ephesians (The Bible Speaks Today Series) by John Stott - Amazon Paid Link
• The timeline of why we were dead in the first place - Romans 5:12-21
• Revisiting the original scene in Genesis to remind us of the details of the original sin - Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7, 22-24
• How sin separates us from God - Isaiah 59:2
• Defining the kind of death Paul speaks of
• Completing word studies on "transgressions" and "sins"
• Weaving the truths together - Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:4-5, Hebrews 2:14-15, John 5:24
• Our grave robber has snatched us from the clutches of the prince of the power of the air and brought us from death to life because He is God - John 5:18-25

Additional Resources

• Lyrics - NewReleaseToday.com
• Holman New Testament Commentary - Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians - Amazon Paid Link
• The Message of Ephesians (The Bible Speaks Today Series) by John Stott - Amazon Paid Link
• My favorite Bible Study Software - Logos Bible Software Affiliate Link

This Week's Challenge

Study four areas of Scripture with your eyes set on this idea of death and life. Look closely at the walking dead in Ephesians 2. Understand the contrast between Adam and Jesus in Romans 5. Go back to the beginning to remind yourself of the details of original sin in Genesis 2 and 3. Soak in the words of Jesus in John 5. And if you haven’t done so, heed the call of the Grave Robber. Accept His free gift of salvation and walk in newness of life.

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