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Nick & Dan's Bible Study Podcast

Nick & Dan's Bible Study Podcast

By Dan Masshardt

Nick DiFrancesco and Dan Masshardt spend half an hour reflecting on Scripture and its application to our lives as disciples of Jesus.
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Gospel According to Mark Episode 2: Baptism, Testing, Proclaimation

Nick & Dan's Bible Study PodcastMar 19, 2021

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Jesus' Healing and the Messianic Secret

Jesus' Healing and the Messianic Secret

Join us as we study through Mark's account of the good news.  Today we finish chapter one and move into two.

Apr 09, 202152:02
Jesus Heals and Steps Back to Pray (Mark 1)

Jesus Heals and Steps Back to Pray (Mark 1)

Join us for this ongoing study through the Gospel According to Mark

Apr 02, 202145:19
Jesus Calls Disciples - Mark 1, episode 3

Jesus Calls Disciples - Mark 1, episode 3

Join us for this exploration through the Gospel According to Mark.

Mar 26, 202144:29
Gospel According to Mark Episode 2: Baptism, Testing, Proclaimation

Gospel According to Mark Episode 2: Baptism, Testing, Proclaimation

Join us for this study through the Gospel According to Mark.  Followup discussion on Tuesday live at 3:00.

Mar 19, 202147:01
Introduction to Mark's Gospel and John the Baptist

Introduction to Mark's Gospel and John the Baptist

Join us for this important study.

Mar 12, 202147:45
Wrapping up Colossians

Wrapping up Colossians

The conclusion of our study in Colossians

Mar 05, 202143:31
Colossians Comes to the Household - Family Dymanics

Colossians Comes to the Household - Family Dymanics

Colossians 3 transitions into Paul's take on the Roman household codes.  How should we process these Scriptures?  Join us as we think through some of the dynamics. 

Feb 26, 202151:39
Colossians 3 Part 2: One Another

Colossians 3 Part 2: One Another

Join us as we get serious about following Jesus.

Feb 19, 202148:09
Since You Have Been Raised with Christ (Colossians 3)

Since You Have Been Raised with Christ (Colossians 3)

Join us for this important discussion on the spiritual foundations for the way that we live our lives.  

Feb 12, 202148:17
Connection to Christ is All That Matters

Connection to Christ is All That Matters

Join us for this discussion of the end of Colossians Ch. 2.

Feb 05, 202134:42
Colossians 2 - New in Christ

Colossians 2 - New in Christ

Join us for this important discussion on Colossians and the new life we have in Christ.  

Jan 29, 202153:42
Colossians 1 Continued - The Supremacy of Christ

Colossians 1 Continued - The Supremacy of Christ

Join us for this ongoing study through the Letter to the Colossians.  Join us Tuesday @ 3:00 to discuss further.

Book giveaway this week - listen in for how to enter.  Winner drawn on Tuesday 1/26/21

Jan 22, 202148:21
Podcast: Praying for Radical Growth

Podcast: Praying for Radical Growth

In Colossians 1, Paul begins by praying a big prayer for people who have become followers of Jesus.  Check it out as we discuss.  Join us Tuesday for the followup. discussion.

Jan 15, 202142:56
Stay Rooted in Christ

Stay Rooted in Christ

Colossians 2 and following Jesus in our moment.

Jan 08, 202148:19
Following Jesus in the New Year - 2021 Episode 1

Following Jesus in the New Year - 2021 Episode 1

In this episode we look at 2 Corinthians 5 and spend some time talking about focusing in this new year.

Jan 01, 202143:12
Dying to Self: Christ Living in Us

Dying to Self: Christ Living in Us

Galatians 2:20.  This discussion goes to some different places.  One of the challenges we are giving is to not just know but mediate on Galatians 2:20 this week.  

Dec 18, 202054:35
Podcast: Disciples Hold to Jesus' Teaching

Podcast: Disciples Hold to Jesus' Teaching

John 8: Jesus says that those who hold to his teaching are really his disciples.  Only then can we know the truth that sets us free.  Today we talk about this passage and some of what it might mean for us today.

Dec 11, 202045:49
The Christian and the Government - Romans 13

The Christian and the Government - Romans 13

What did Paul have in mind in Romans 13?  How do we apply this text to our lives and thinking today?

Join us for this important conversation.  We will be live on Facebook and Youtube Tuesday afternoon at 3:00.


Dec 04, 202058:16
Podcast: God's Unshakable Kingdom

Podcast: God's Unshakable Kingdom

In a year when so much has been shaken, we need more than ever to keep a solid footing in the unshakable kingdom of God.

Nov 27, 202043:24
The New Covenant (Jeremiah 31)

The New Covenant (Jeremiah 31)

Join us for this great episode..

Nov 20, 202044:25
Podcast: What Goes God Care Most About?

Podcast: What Goes God Care Most About?

In this episode, we look at at a section in Matthew's Gospel and draw lots of connections.

Nov 06, 202049:35
Everything Hangs on This - An Episode about Jesus Style Focus

Everything Hangs on This - An Episode about Jesus Style Focus

Jesus said that these two things are most important.  Without them, our ethics gets off track.

Listen in and join us Tuesdays for a live discussion.

Oct 30, 202046:60
Being Salt and Light in Our World Today

Being Salt and Light in Our World Today

Join us for this contribution to our ongoing discussions about living Jesus' kingdom story.  We are to seek God's will, God's way.

Oct 23, 202044:08
What Story Are You Living In? Guest: Brent Sleasman

What Story Are You Living In? Guest: Brent Sleasman

Join us for this deep dive into a subject you may not have thought much about.  We talk about the big story, other stories, the Bible, our we talk about our faith and more!   Join us Tuesday at 3:00 on Facebook or Youtube with your questions, feedback etc. 

Oct 16, 202051:27
The Beatitudes with Steve DiBiase!

The Beatitudes with Steve DiBiase!

Special guest this week. Nick is away and I'm joined by Steven DiBiase for a great discussion on the beatitudes of Jesus, studying the Bible and a life of following Jesus.  

Oct 09, 202036:28
Podcast: Living like Jesus

Podcast: Living like Jesus

In this episode Nick and Dan have a great discussion about a repeated theme throughout Scripture - the character of God's people.

Oct 02, 202049:07
Concluding 1 Timothy: Staying Focused

Concluding 1 Timothy: Staying Focused

Join us for this podcast episode as we conclude our study in 1 Timothy.

Sep 24, 202046:03
False Teachers in 1 Timothy 4

False Teachers in 1 Timothy 4

Join us as we continue our study in 1 Timothy.

Sep 18, 202049:58
Podcast: Elders / Overseers (1 Timothy 3)

Podcast: Elders / Overseers (1 Timothy 3)

In this episode we dig into 1 Timothy 3 and discuss some of the instructions that Paul gives Timothy regarding overseers / elders in Ephesus in 1 Timothy 3.   Note: there is a glitch where the connection dropped for about 10 seconds part way through.  Just hang in there - everything comes back.

Sep 11, 202051:34
What Was the Problem with Women in Ephesus? (1 Timothy 2)

What Was the Problem with Women in Ephesus? (1 Timothy 2)

Join us for this important subject matter.  There is a lot going on in this Letter and this section.  We will walk through some of it together.

Sep 04, 202059:41
1 Timothy 2 - Digging into a challenging text

1 Timothy 2 - Digging into a challenging text

Join us for our continued study in 1 Timothy....

Aug 28, 202049:39
Podcast: 1 Timothy Episode 2

Podcast: 1 Timothy Episode 2

Join the discussion!

Aug 21, 202041:01
Podcast: The Goal is Love - 1 Timothy Part 1

Podcast: The Goal is Love - 1 Timothy Part 1

Read 1 Timothy Chapter 1 and join the conversation.

Aug 14, 202039:55
Two Kinds of Wisdom - James

Two Kinds of Wisdom - James

Listen in as we discuss what James describes as the kind of wisdom that comes from God compared to earthy wisdom.  Do you exemplify the characteristics of godly wisdom?   Join us Tuesday for live discussion on youtube live and facebook live. 

Aug 07, 202045:05
James: Quick to Listen, Slow to Speak

James: Quick to Listen, Slow to Speak

Join us for another discussion on Scripture and it's application to our lives.

Jul 31, 202050:12
James: Trials and Maturity

James: Trials and Maturity

Join us for this episode.  We take a look at  the Letter of James and some of the challenges that he brings to us as we follow Jesus.

Jul 24, 202046:56
What is the Church, Who makes up the Church?

What is the Church, Who makes up the Church?

Join us for another wide ranging discussion.  We address some of our ongoing concerns about staying focused during this season and always.  We talk some about what the church is in the New Testament, who comprises it, how we relate to the larger cultures we live in...  Live discussion on Facebook every Tuesday at 2:00.

Jul 17, 202047:30
Imitate Me as I Imitate Jesus

Imitate Me as I Imitate Jesus

Join us in this great discussion about the responsibility of every believer to grow in Christ.

Jul 10, 202041:58
Podcast Episode 12: Humble Correction

Podcast Episode 12: Humble Correction

Join us for this discussion on Jesus' teaching on judging other and the plank vs. the speck.  Matthew 7.

Jul 03, 202043:06
Episode 11: What Was the Goal of Paul's Ministry?

Episode 11: What Was the Goal of Paul's Ministry?

In this episode, we explore what goal Paul states he expends all of his energy toward.

Jun 26, 202047:28
Podcast Episode: Jesus' Heart for Pharisees

Podcast Episode: Jesus' Heart for Pharisees

Join us as we go deep into thinking about what Jesus really wanted for Pharisees.  We will look at two passages and refer to several others.  

Jun 19, 202047:56
Podcast Episode 9: Have We Neglected Prophets?

Podcast Episode 9: Have We Neglected Prophets?

Join us as we discuss how prophets functioned in the Bible, Old Testament and New,  and how we think about them today.

Jun 12, 202042:21
Podcast Episode 8: Where Should Our Focus Be?

Podcast Episode 8: Where Should Our Focus Be?

In this episode we are joined by our friend Antoine Lassiter to discuss a passage in Luke 15 and several things on our hearts in these current circumstances and beyond.  

Jun 05, 202055:21
Podcast Episode 7: The Wide and Narrow Gates / True and False Disciples

Podcast Episode 7: The Wide and Narrow Gates / True and False Disciples

Join us for this week's podcast as we dig into more important and challenging teaching of Jesus.  Join us Tuesdays at 2:00 for our followup discussion on Facebook Live.

May 29, 202039:49
Podcast Episode 6: Different Kinds of Disciples

Podcast Episode 6: Different Kinds of Disciples

In this episode we take a look at the diverse personalities and backgrounds that Jesus called to be his disciples.  Jesus called them and discipled each of them with their preconceived notions and personalities.  How does Jesus challenge your personality?  What strengths does the 'discipled' version of you bring to the kingdom?

May 22, 202038:34
Podcast Episode 5: Do you REALLY want to follow Jesus?

Podcast Episode 5: Do you REALLY want to follow Jesus?

In this episode we look at yet another hard teaching from Jesus and what it might mean for us and the way that we do ministry today.

May 15, 202038:47
Episode 4: You have to lose your life to find it

Episode 4: You have to lose your life to find it

In this episode we look at a core but often neglected teaching of Jesus. You have to lose your life to find true life.
May 08, 202038:12
A Life of Worship - Episode 3

A Life of Worship - Episode 3

In this episode we dive into John 4, and discuss the where and what of worship.  What does the New Testament actually say about worship?  What has changed from the old covenant to the new?  These are all big questions.  As with most big topics, we only scratch the surface.

Please give us your feedback, comments and questions.  

May 01, 202031:58
What is a Disciple - Episode 2

What is a Disciple - Episode 2

In this episode we dive into one of the most well known and yet often misunderstood statements from Jesus.  What is the great commission really about?  What does it mean to be a disciple and how do we go about being and making disciples today?

Apr 24, 202034:45
Podcast Episode 1: Paul's Secret to Contentment // Heartfelt Generosity

Podcast Episode 1: Paul's Secret to Contentment // Heartfelt Generosity

In this first episode, we spend some time reflecting on the situation in Philippians 4:1-19 and what it might mean for us today.

Apr 17, 202033:29