Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is  2 Samuel 10-14, and I’m calling the episode “The Runaway Train.”

Comments on 2 Samuel 11

In this account, we see how what we might consider a small sin begin a chain of sinful actions that, like a runaway locomotive, can cause terrible destruction and heartache. A seemingly small, insignificant sin can quickly spiral into a disastrous web of deceit and horrendous sins that affect the lives of more people than we could ever anticipate.

Let’s climb on board the sin train with David for a moment an...

Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is  2 Corinthians 6-8, and I’m calling the episode “Hop To.”

Comments on 2 Corinthians 6

We then, as workers together with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For He says:

“In an acceptable time I have heard you,
And in the day of salvation I have helped you.”

Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.

2 Corinthians 6:1-2 NKJV

How marvelous! God calls us to work with Him! As God...

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Podcast Introduction

In our reading today we’ll complete the Gospel of Mark by reading chapters 15-16, and I’m calling the episode “He Is Alive!”

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Today’s Bible Translation

Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 15 NCV; Ch. 16 ERV

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Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is Jeremiah 27-31, and I’m calling the episode “Take a Letter.” 

Comments on Jeremiah 29

In chapter 29, God told Jeremiah to send a letter to those people who had been taken into captivity by Nebuchadnezzar into Babylon. In essence, God told the people to settle in because they were going to be there for a while. Seventy years to be exact. He told them to go ahead and build homes, plant gardens, have families. And pray that their new hometown would d...

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Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is Job 35-36, and I’m calling the episode “The Giver of Songs.”

Comments on Job 35

Elihu has thus far been no more help to Job than the others have been, and in this chapter Elihu accuses Job of being self-righteous. But he did say one thing that I especially liked in verse 10. Elihu said: He is the One who gives us songs to sing in the night.

In our darkest hour, when all seems lost, when we turn t...

Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is Psalms 51-53, and I’m calling the episode “A Love Song”. 

Comments on Psalm 51

Oh my goodness what a beautiful prayer Psalm 51 is. And better than that it must’ve been a beautiful song, as the songs are. And for those of you who might be from the Jesus freak generation as I am, verses 10-13 might have sounded just a little bit familiar. Let me read them to you from the King James Version, which I much prefer for this Psalm. It goes, 

Create in me a cl...

In this episode of Verses We Missed, we explore Zephaniah 3:17 and the breathtaking truth that God rejoices over His redeemed people with joyful singing. Spoken originally to Israel in a context of restoration after judgment, this verse reveals the unchanging heart of God—mighty to save, tender in love, and delighted in His people through the finished work of Jesus Christ. This is a mid-week breath of Scripture and grace.

God Sings Over You

Zephaniah 3:17 (NLT)

Have you ever felt like God was disappointed in you?

Like you’ve failed too many...

Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is  2 Samuel 5-9, and I’m calling the episode “Follow the Directions.”

Comments on 2 Samuel 5

Now that Saul is dead, God finally puts David on the throne. Remember, God first had David anointed King when he was a boy. Probably somewhere between 12 and 15 years of age. And we are told here in chapter 5 that David was 30 years old when he became king. Again, we see that God’s promises are always fulfilled, but not always immediately. 

Also note that David still had to fight wars. Just because Go...

In Exodus 17–20, we walk with Israel through wilderness thirst, frontline conflict, wise counsel for leadership, and the thunderous awe of Mount Sinai. From water flowing out of the rock to Moses’ hands being held up in the fight, today’s reading reminds us that God provides what we cannot—and His commands are rooted in His redemption. Because He brought His people out of slavery, they owed Him their trust and obedience… and because Christ has redeemed us, we respond with grateful, reverent love.

Today’s reading is Exodus 17–20.

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Podcast Introduction

Our reading today is 2 Corinthians 4-5, and I’m calling the episode “Make A Decision.”

Comments on  2 Corinthians 5

Today I’m going to focus on the seventh verse of chapter 5, which just happens to consist of only seven words: We live by believing, not by seeing.

You know, there comes a time in each person’s life where they just have to make a decision. Given the facts that can be known, and accepting that there are some things that cannot be known, we just have to decide and move forwar...

Today we read Mark chapters 13 and 14, and I’ve titled the episode “A Sweet Fragrance.” We also have a special encore presentation of the Christmas story and my favorite Christmas song of all time.

Today’s Reading

In our reading today from Mark 13 and 14, we see a dramatic shift from Jesus’ teaching on the end times to the intimate and sacrificial actions of his final days. Mark 13 records Jesus’ warnings about the destruction of the temple and the signs of the end of the age, urging his followers to stay awake and keep watch. In Mark 14, we...

Will You Stand or Will You Kneel?

Today is Christmas Eve, and while the world prepares for celebrations, our journey through the Bible brings us to a moment of intense confrontation and remarkable bravery. Steve Webb leads us through Jeremiah 22-26, where the prophet faces a choice that resonates deeply with the challenges of our modern world. From the halls of kings to the courts of the temple, the message remains clear. God demands justice, faithfulness, and the courage to speak truth even when it is unpopular.

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Summary

Today on the Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we explore Job 33 and 34. These chapters focus on the speech of Elihu, the youngest of Job’s companions. Elihu challenges Job’s claims of innocence and emphasizes that God is far greater than any human being. The episode examines the dangers of pride and how it can obstruct our ability to trust in God’s perfect wisdom and justice. Additionally, Steve shares an important announcement regarding the production of the show moving forward.

Important Announcement

Steve shares that due to a significant setback in his fa...

Welcome to Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind. This daily podcast helps us read the entire Bible in one year. Today is Psalms Wednesday, so we focus on Psalms 48–50. I share a short introduction before each psalm. Then we reflect on what Psalm 50 teaches about true worship. We also pause for prayer and a verse of the day.

Today’s Reading

Today’s reading is Psalms 48–50.

Psalm 48
Psalm 49
Psalm 50

Episode Highlights

Psalm 48 — The joy of God’s city

This psalm celebrates the greatness of the Lord. It...

In 2 Samuel 1-4, we find that ambition can feel productive—until it turns bitter. In today’s episode, we’re in the early days of David’s rise to the throne, and everything around him seems to be pulling toward shortcuts: vengeance, rivalry, and power plays. But David refuses to build God’s kingdom work on murder, even when others think they’re “helping” him. And in our On This Date in Church History, we hear Martin Luther’s simple pastoral counsel to an anxious heart: “Pray and let God worry.”

Episode Title: When Ambition Turns Bitter

To...

Summary

In this episode of Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, Steve Webb leads us through a pivotal section of the Law. In Exodus 13-16 we witness the dramatic escape of the Israelites from Egypt, their passage through the Red Sea, and their early struggles with hunger and thirst in the wilderness. The narrative highlights the tension between the security of slavery and the uncertainty of freedom under God’s leadership.

Entities

Key figures in today’s reading include Moses, Aaron, and Miriam. The narrative features the powerful presence of God through the pillars of c...

Transcript

Today’s Bible Translation

2 Corinthians 1-3: Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 1-2 GWT; Ch.3 NIRV

Podcast Introduction

This is Epistles Sunday, and we’ll read 2 Corinthians 1-3. I’m calling this episode “What Is Forgiveness?”

Comments on 2 Corinthians 1-3

Beloved, I have some news for you that you might find shocking. It might completely alter your world view. Maybe you should sit down. Ok. Take a deep breath. Brace yourself. 

You need to know that...

Podcast Introduction

Today our reading is  Mark 11-12.  I’m calling the episode “The Fig Tree.”

Comments on Mark 11

Jesus entered Jerusalem a day earlier to the cries of “Hosanna!” This was his last week on Earth. Near the end of the day, he went to Bethany with his disciples (the twelve).

During his return trip from Bethany to Jerusalem, Jesus was hungry and saw a fig tree in the distance with leaves on it. Because fig trees usually have fruit before the leaves appear, Jesus expected there to be fruit on the tree...

God shapes us like clay in His hands. Today, Jeremiah 17–21 brings both warning and hope. So we ask a simple question: where do we place our trust?

Today’s reading is Jeremiah 17–21.

Commentary

First, Jeremiah 18 takes us to the potter’s house. The potter remakes a vessel that did not turn out well. In the same way, God can remake a nation that turns back to Him.

However, Jeremiah also faces fierce resistance. People try to silence him and dismiss God’s message. So Jeremiah brings his pain to the Lord i...

Summary

In today’s episode, we read Job 31-32 and witness the powerful conclusion of Job’s personal defense against the accusations of his friends. Job 31 serves as a final, comprehensive declaration of his integrity, where he lists specific sins and swears his innocence. Following this, the silence is broken by a new voice. Elihu, a younger observer who has remained quiet until now, speaks up in Job 32. He is filled with frustration toward both Job and the three friends, setting the stage for a new perspective on the suffering they have discussed for so long.

E...

Finding Confidence in the King

Summary

On this episode of Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we explore Psalms 45-47 together. This collection of songs celebrates the majesty of the Messiah and the security we find in God. First, we examine a beautiful wedding song for the Heavenly Bridegroom and His bride. Afterward, we move into a powerful declaration of holy confidence in God as our fortress. Finally, we conclude with a universal call for all nations to clap their hands and shout to God with cries of joy.

Entities Mentioned

Most of us don’t struggle to believe that God loves us. However, what we often struggle with is believing that His love actually defines us. We say the words “child of God” easily, sometimes automatically. Yet we rarely stop to consider what that means—or what kind of love would make it true.

Today’s verse is 1 John 3:1.

Episode Summary

1 John 3 opens with a command, but it isn’t a command to do something. Instead, John tells us to stop, to look, and to take something in. He says, “See.” That single word...

Trusting the Promise in the Dark

Today we conclude the book of 1 Samuel with the reading of 1 Samuel 26-31, and we witness the final, tragic arc of King Saul’s life and the incredible restraint of David. We see David once again refuse to take matters into his own hands, even when Saul is delivered right to him. Meanwhile, a desperate Saul, abandoned by God’s silence, seeks out a medium at Endor, leading to a grim prophecy of his impending death. The episode ends with the fall of Saul and his sons on Mount Gilboa, marking the...

The Intersection of Justice and Mercy

Today on the Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we witness the escalating tension between God and Pharaoh. As the plagues of Egypt reach their devastating climax in Exodus 9-12, we see a transition from Pharaoh’s personal stubbornness to divine hardening. Consequently, this episode explores a challenging theological question. Was God’s treatment of Pharaoh truly fair?

Key Figures in Today’s Reading

The Foundation of Our Faith

Today on Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we commemorate National Freedom Day. This day marks the signing of the 13th Amendment. This crucial law abolished slavery in the United States. Steve Webb reminds us that this event happened only 89 years before his birth. Consequently, we see how recent this move toward freedom really was. In our scripture reading, we dive into the “Resurrection Chapter.” Here, the Apostle Paul defends the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Summary

The reading of 1 Corinthians 15-16 concludes our study of this book. First, Paul...

Summary

In today’s episode of Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we explore Mark chapters 9 and 10. We witness the Transfiguration of Jesus on the mountain, hear His difficult teachings on divorce and wealth, and follow Him as He heals blind Bartimaeus on the road to Jericho. We also tackle a common question regarding Jesus’ statement about the coming of God’s kingdom. Is it possible He was mistaken? We dive into the context to find out. Finally, we remember two pivotal figures in church history, Guido de Bray and Charles Spurgeon, who proved that some truths are worth...

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Podcast Introduction

Today our reading is Jeremiah 12-16.  I’m calling the episode “A Temper Tantrum.” 

Comments on Jeremiah 15

Have you ever done something that you know must have disappointed the Lord? Have you ever gotten angry at God and cried out, “It just isn’t fair! YOU aren’t fair, God!” 

How do you think God reacts to us when we do that?

Here in chapter 15, Jeremiah was complaining about how he had been mistreated by the people. They didn’t like his message...

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Podcast Introduction

Today our reading is Job 29-30.  I’m calling the episode “Can You Blame Him?”

Comments on Job 29-30

Doesn’t you heart just really go out to Job? My goodness. The poor guy remembers what life was like before his afflictions came, and He speaks of the horrible physical, emotional and spiritual pain he is in. How could anybody not feel bad for him?

Speaking of his pain. I’ve never experienced anything near the physical pain that Job suffered, but I have gone t...

Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind explores the deep, spiritual thirst that only God can quench. Whether we are in a literal desert or a spiritual one, the cry of the heart remains the same: a longing for the presence of the Living God. From the songs of the sons of Korah to personal reflections on the heat of the California desert, we are reminded that God remains faithful even when we feel we have drifted far from His refreshing streams.

Today’s reading is Psalms 42–44.

Episode Summary

The chapters begin...

“Be still, and know that I am God” is one of the most familiar verses in Scripture. People often share it during moments of anxiety or exhaustion, and they usually hear it as a gentle whisper inviting calm.

However, Psalm 46:10 does not speak into quiet. Instead, it speaks directly into chaos.

Today’s verse is Psalm 46:10.

Episode Summary

Psalm 46 opens with upheaval. The psalmist describes mountains shaking, waters roaring, and nations raging. Nothing feels secure or stable. Then, in the middle of that turmoil, God speaks for Himself.

When...

This episode covers 1 Samuel 21-25. First, we follow David as a fugitive from King Saul. He visits the priest Ahimelech and later escapes King Achish. Additionally, the narrative shows Saul’s cruelty toward the priests at Nob. Later, David chooses to spare Saul’s life at En Gedi. Finally, Abigail uses wisdom to stop David from attacking Nabal. Steve Webb also shares commentary on waiting for God’s perfect timing and reviews church history.

Wait for the Fullness of Time

Today we dive into a fast paced portion of David’s life. He remains a fugitive...

Steve Webb explores Exodus 5–8, covering the initial confrontation between Moses and Pharaoh and the first four plagues of Egypt. The episode examines the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart and provides a unique commentary on whether the Egyptian sorcerers used illusions or demonic power to mimic God’s miracles. Additional segments include a Verse of the Day from Exodus 6:5 and church history highlights regarding Cyrus McCormick and the first Christian service in Australia.

Magic or Miracle?

How could they do that? That is the question we face today as we see the Egyptian sorcerers duplicating the wonder...

Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind explores the profound necessity of love and the importance of order in our spiritual lives. While we often focus on our own abilities or spiritual gifts, Paul reminds us that without love, our actions are merely empty noise. We look at how hearts are truly changed, not through confrontation, but through the patient planting of seeds and the work of the Holy Spirit.

Today’s reading is 1 Corinthians 13–14.

Episode Summary

The chapters begin with the famous “Love Chapter,” where Paul delineates the character of true love...

Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind challenges the way we look at holiness. While the religious leaders of Jesus’ day were obsessed with outward rituals and hand-washing, Jesus points us toward a much deeper issue: the condition of the human heart. From feeding thousands in the wilderness to opening the eyes of the blind, we see that Jesus is interested in transforming us from the inside out.

Today’s reading is Mark 7–8.

Episode Summary

The chapters begin with a confrontation over tradition. The Pharisees criticize the disciples for eating with “unwashed h...

Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind takes us deep into the heart of Jeremiah’s prophetic warnings. As the people of Judah continue their descent into idolatry and spiritual stubbornness, God issues a stark call for genuine change. Amidst the descriptions of a “den for robbers” and the “Queen of Heaven,” we find a beautiful clarity regarding what actually brings joy to our Creator. It isn’t the judgment itself that moves Him, but the opportunity for His people to truly understand and know Him.

Today’s reading is Jeremiah 7–11.

Episode Summary

The message...

Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind finds Job at a turning point. He begins a long soliloquy to answer the accusations of his friends. Despite his suffering, Job makes a bold declaration. He will not set aside his integrity as long as he has breath. This episode explores the difference between the temporary wealth of the wicked and the eternal value of Godly wisdom.

Today’s reading is Job 27–28.

Episode Summary

Job continues his discourse by vowing to remain righteous and speak no deceit. He rebukes his friends for their meanin...

Life can feel fragile when the clock is loud and the pressure is real. On this Psalms Wednesday episode of Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we listen to David wrestle honestly with brevity, guilt, betrayal, and mercy, and then land on a steady place to stand: “My hope is in You.” If your week has felt heavy, these psalms offer a clear path back to trust.

Entities: David, Psalm 39, Psalm 40, Psalm 41, Juduthun, Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, Steve Webb

Why this matters: These psalms name the realities we tend to avoid (frailty, sin, betr...

Episode Overview

In this episode of Verses We Missed, host Steve Webb reflects on Romans 16:22 and the overlooked figure of Tertius, the scribe who physically wrote Paul’s letter to the Romans. Through historical context, biblical insight, and personal reflection, the episode explores how God values faithful, unseen service and reminds listeners that work done in the margins is never invisible to Him.

What This Episode Explores

At the very end of the book of Romans, a single sentence allows a quiet figure to step briefly into the light. Tertius, the ma...

Today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind reveals a major shift for Israel. King Saul’s leadership is failing. Because of this, God sends Samuel to Bethlehem. There, we find a powerful truth. Humans often focus on outward appearance. However, God searches the heart. This journey from the pasture to the battlefield shows that the battle belongs to the Lord.

Today’s reading is 1 Samuel 16–20.

Episode Summary

The story begins with the quiet anointing of David. Soon, he rises to national fame by defeating Goliath. We then see a deep bond form bet...

In today’s Lifespring! One Year Bible Rewind, we begin Exodus with a story that moves fast from hardship to holy ground. Israel is oppressed, Moses is preserved, and God meets a reluctant leader with a clear call. If you have ever felt unqualified, hesitant, or simply unsure of what God is asking of you, this is a strong reminder that God is not limited by our weakness. He forms leaders over time, speaks with authority, and still invites us to respond with obedience.

Today’s reading is Exodus 1–4.

Episode Summary

Exodus...