Best J Snodgrass Podcasts (2025)

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Pigs on the Wing 15:37

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On December 3rd, 1976, a 30-foot pig flew over England, disrupting air traffic and scaring the manure out of a rancher's cattle. In this special anniversary episode, we'll share the timeless tale of the photo-shoot for the Pink Floyd Animals album cover. And we'll consider what it may have to do with Orwell's novel Animal Farm, and whether that boo…

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The LORD Chose Zion 39:25

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Why sing the songs of ascent, why even go up to Jerusalem? Because it was God's desired dwelling place, and from there, God's King will come! 1. David vowed to establish a dwelling place for God. (v.1-10) 2. God vowed to keep David's sons on the throne. (v.11-12) 3. God chose Zion as His home; blessed it abundantly. (v.13-17) What does this Psalm h…

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Prevailing Prayer 28:40

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While we wait, we must constantly join together in prayer, because it is the way Jesus reigns over us. 1. We wait and pray for what God promised. (v.12) 2, We wait and pray in unity with other Christians. (v.13) 3. We wait and pray constantly, until we prevail. (v.14) How can we learn to wait and pray? How can we maintain unity? Acts 2:42,46; 6:4,7…

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Make Known His Deeds 25:57

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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How to Calm Yourself 29:59

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The way to calm ourselves is to renounce our own pride and to keep on lowering ourselves until we have re-discovered how to intentionally become fully contented and quietly at rest with our LORD, trusting in Him to provide for us, even in the context of a very long wait. 1. Whenever we elevate ourselves to a God-like position with a prideful heart …

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Meet the Son of God 32:51

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1. Welcome your covenant Lord 2. Behold the Lamb of God 3. Rejoice in the Giver of the SpiritBy Neil Tolsma

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Psalm 40 lesson 47:55

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Mercy Deeper Than Rock Bottom 26:40

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Because of the mercy of The LORD, we pray, marvel, wait, and hope. 1. From rock bottom, we cry to The LORD for mercy. (v.1-2) 2. God lifts us up by forgiving us in Christ; so, we marvel! (v.3-4) 3. We, the church, wait for The LORD's return. (v.5-6) 4. We, the church, hope in The LORD's love. (v.7-8) How are we redeemed from our iniquities? Who tak…

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Our Ascending King 30:15

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In the ascension of Jesus, we learn about our King. 1. His timing. (v.6-7) 2. His witnesses. (v.8) 3. His plans. (v.9-11) What is it like to have Jesus as our king? When does the Lord do things? Rom 5:6 and 2 Peter 3:9 Where must we bear witness? Matthew 10:18 What does God have in store for us? Jeremiah 29:11-13…

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Psalm 39 lesson 46:03

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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A Big Black Cloud Over Ohio (A Haunted Road-Trip to Witness Nick Cave) 13:50

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The absolutely true story of a journey to witness Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds in concert, with some silly and supernatural surprises. This doesn't contain any music samples, but refers to "Jubilee Street" (I recommend the Copenhagen live version), "Tupelo," "Wild God," "Conversion" and "Into My Arms."By j. SNODGRASS

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Psalm 38 lesson 47:21

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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The Promise of The Spirit 26:33

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The starting point and ongoing focus of The Church is Jesus' work and teaching, which He continues to do now through His Spirit. 1. Jesus teaches us. (v.1-2) 2. Jesus reigns over us. (v.3) 3. Jesus gives us gifts. (v.4-5) What is the most basic thing about us? What should convince us of Jesus' teachings? 1 Cor.15:5-7 How are we able to accept truth…

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God Preserves Us 36:41

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Because The LORD is righteous, the church maintains great hope by expecting a) persecution, and b) preservation. 1. Preserved through great hostility. (v.1-4) 2. Preserved to the great disappointment of haters. (v.5) 3. Preserved through all ages. (v.6-8) When people hate us, who are they ultimately hating? Why is hostility to Christ/church insepar…

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The Blessing of Grandchildren 32:08

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In worship, we envision and celebrate the blessings that God often gives in Christ. 1. God often blesses God-fearers with fruit from our work. (v.1-2) 2. God often blesses God-fearers with marriages and spiritual children. (v.3-4) 3. We pray for God to give grandchildren, and the good/peace of the church. (v.5-6) What pathway does a blessed life of…

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The Lord's Supper - November 2, 2025 2:23

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Fountain of Grace 31:46

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In mighty restoring power, God provides a fountain of grace. How? 1. The LORD our God came to dwell with us. (v.17) 2. Grace from God flows like a fountain to us through His house. (v.18-20) 3. Our LORD God pardons our guilt. (v. 21) How does this grace fountain apply to us? What comes out of the temple? Ezekiel 47:1-12 Eph. 2:20-22 Where will the …

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Psalm 37 lesson, part four 51:02

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Radical Marriage: Luther and Katie 38:40

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The husband role in marriage pictures Christ's loving relationship to us! 1. How Christ loves us, His Bride. (v.25-31) 2. This profound mystery refers to Christ and His Church. (v.32) 3. We keep reforming marriage with true love and respect. (v.33) What does the Reformation have to do with marriage? What is a good thing to find, and what is its tru…

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The Word made Flesh 40:00

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1. Jesus: the Word of our God 2. Jesus: the Light of our World 3. Jesus: the Glory of our GodBy Neil Tolsma

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Psalm 37 lesson, part three 51:11

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Psalm 37 lesson, part two 39:33

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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The Only Safe Place 32:50

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We have the only truly safe place within our LORD, by faith. 1. When the Judge is ready, He summons all the nations. (v.9-11) 2. God knows when the time is ripe for Him to swing the sickle. (v.12-13) 3. The LORD revealed the universal scope of the Day of Judgment. (v.14-16) How do we apply the Word to our minds? (Lk. 12:20) How do we respond to Jes…

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God is The True Builder 35:50

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We are utterly dependent on The Lord Jesus for any of our endeavors, especially spiritual ones. 1. Our efforts to build a house/temple/church are worthless, if The LORD is not building. (v.1a) 2. Our efforts to protect a city/Jerusalem/citizens are a fiasco, if The LORD is not protecting. (v.1b-2) 3. Our efforts to fill our homes/churches with beli…

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Circe in the Odyssey (Halloween Special) 15:44

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In this "Season of the Witch" we'll be looking at the ancient myth of Circe, the Sorceress in The Odyssey. This Enchantress is dangerous (especially to chauvinist pigs) but also a savior who instructs Odysseus and his men about how to face the perils ahead. Times of terror can be times of transformation, sometimes for the better.…

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The Hope of Restoration 33:08

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When we return to the Lord, we gain sure hope of restoration. What can we expect from the Lord? 1. To the slavery, there will be an end. (v.1-3) 2. To the oppressors, there will be payback. (v.4-6) 3. Against all logic, there will be a full reversal. (v.7-8) How does returning to the Lord change so many things? How do trouble and mercy get dished o…

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Restore Our Blessings 36:49

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While we look back to God's great redeeming work in Christ, and while we struggle today, we constantly hope for and long for our future restoration. 1. We joyfully look back to the first coming of Christ in order to redeem us, since that gives meaning to every past moment of rejoicing. (v.1-3) 2. We pray for the future restoration of full blessings…

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Psalm 37 lesson, part one 52:07

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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God Encircles Us 30:52

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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The Lord's Supper - October 6, 2025 4:15

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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The Outpoured Spirit 27:27

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God promised to rescue us, and described how we know that we are rescued. What is the evidence of our rescue? 1. The outpouring of The Spirit of The LORD. (v.28-29) 2. The coming of The Day of The LORD. (v.30-31) 3. The calling on The Name of The LORD. (v.32) What is the real benefit of being rescued? Of what day was Joel speaking? Acts 2:14-36 Wha…

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Hymn intro - Children of The Heavenly Father 4:46

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Psalm 36 lesson, part two 48:16

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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The Sirens' Song 18:59

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A Heart concert got me thinking about Odysseus and the Sirens. And I wondered - what might the Sirens be saying if they were singing today? (A Band Called Heart 0:00-3:00 / The Odyssey 3:00-11:00 / The Sirens Today? 11:00-13:30 / The Heart Concert 13:30-18:30)By j. SNODGRASS

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This Is That - Joel's Vision Fulfilled 14:55

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As Joel saw, the Spirit is God's amazing gift to restore us. 1. Know about the grand event, and celebrate. (v.1-4) 2. Evaluate the mixed reactions, and keep them in mind. (v.5-13) 3. Understand Peter's explanation, and call on God. (v.14-21) How does this apply to us? What do you know about the power of the Spirit? Ezekiel 37:9-14 Who may call on t…

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benediction by Pastor Neil Tolsma 0:15

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The Lord is My Shepherd: In My Lord's House 33:59

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The Lord is My Shepherd: In My Lord's House, part 3. 1. My Lord's house: the believer's incredible hope a. A meeting place b. A holy place 2. My dwelling place: the Lord's incredible grace a. Our claim b. Our assurance 3. My forever home: the believer's incredible life a. Our love song b. Our eternal song…

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Psalm 36, part one 48:13

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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God Restores Losses 26:13

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In power, compassion, and grace, our Lord Jesus repays our losses. How? 1. The Lord in grace makes up for our sin and grief and loss. (v.25) 2. The Lord in grace removes our shame, supplies our need, and gives us every reason to praise Him. (v.26) 3. The Lord in grace protects us, and gives us certainty about His own presence. (v.27) How can we be …

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Psalm 35 lesson 49:41

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Earthly Armor Fails 29:26

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Since we know that earthly armor fails, we are called to look to God alone for His supernatural help, which never fails. 1. God rescues us out of danger. (v.1-5) 2. God gives us a supernatural escape. (v.6-7) 3. God trains us to have great confidence in His help alone. (v.8) Upon what are we constantly relying? Luke 21:36 Why would King David win i…

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Psalm 34 lesson, part two 47:37

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Good Reasons to Hope 32:04

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Since the Spirit is in us, we have good reasons to hope. 1. We have hope, because of the Lord's compassion for us. (v.18) 2. We have hope, because the Lord turns barrenness into fruitfulness. (v.19-20) 3. We have hope, because the Lord turns grief into joy. (v.21-24) With what certainty can we begin again to hope? How important is the object of our…

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Have Mercy Upon Us, O LORD 36:17

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Only when we look to God do we learn to set our troubles into a context that is large enough to dwarf them. 1. As we pray in Christ's name, we look up to The LORD. (v.1-2) 2. We ask for God's mercy. (v.3) 3. God's mercy takes the sting out of contempt and scorn. (v.4) What is one type of honor for a believer? Acts 5:41 Where does it help us to look…

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The Lord's Supper - September 7, 2025 5:26

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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hymn intro - That Man Is Blest Who, Fearing God 3:01

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Praying for Peace 26:24

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We rejoice that, through the grace of Christ, we now belong to His church and will enter His heavenly city, the New Jerusalem. 1. We rejoice whenever we are privileged to enter the presence of The LORD in worship. (v.1-2) 2. We marvel at the wonder of Christ's church and the New Jerusalem. (v.3-5) 3. We pray for Christ's church, and we long for the…

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The Response God Wants 34:57

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When we hear the trumpet call to repent, God wants us to respond by returning to Him in repentance, faith, and worship. Why? 1. Because the coming day of judgment cannot be escaped or endured. (v.1-11) 2. Because the Lord's gracious character cannot be doubted. (v.12-13) 3. Because even the required repentance and faith are free gifts. (v.14-17) Wh…

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Psalm 34 lesson, part one 42:39

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By Benjamin J. Snodgrass

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Creeps! 15:48

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In this Controversial Episode, we'll explore Biblical Bugs, and Creepy-Crawlies of Egyptian, Chinese and Greek Mythology. Plus some personal recollections of that time I got stranded in the middle of the great Cincinnati Cicada Awakening of 1987.By j. SNODGRASS