Best Ralph F Wilson Podcasts (2025)

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Meditation: It's Not Your Fight any More - The David and Goliath Story 4:57

3M ago4:57

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A short story account of David's defeat of Goliath, with application for our lives -- trusting in the Lord and not ourselves!By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 6. Considering David's Deceit -- Ethics of Lying 6:10

3M ago6:10

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Explores how David's deceit should be considered by Christians.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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13. The Legacy of David (2 Samuel 21-1 Kings 2) 1:18:33

3M ago1:18:33

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Miscellaneous incidents are included: justice for the Gibeonites, David's disastrous census, and David's physical decline. David designates Solomon as his successor when Adonijah seeks to be crowned king. A final look at David's place in history and his ultimate successor, Jesus the Messiah, the Son of David.…

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12. David's Exile from Jerusalem (2 Samuel 15:14-20:26) 58:33

3M ago58:33

58:33

David flees from Jerusalem, joined by loyalists. Absalom is killed by Joab and mourned by David, who returns to Jerusalem and puts down Sheba's rebellion.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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11. Rape, Murder, and Conspiracy in David's Family (2 Samuel 13:1-15:13) 40:04

3M ago40:04

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David's punishment involves family troubles. Amnon rapes Tamar. Absalom murders Amnon in retaliation, then conspires to steal David's throne forcing David to flee.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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10. David's Rise, Fall, and Punishment (2 Samuel 8-12) 55:24

3M ago55:24

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David has established the kingdom and subjugated the neighboring kingdoms. But then he commits adultery with Bathsheba and murders her husband, and tries to cover it up. However, he is confronted by Nathan and finds forgiveness from the Lord and a contrite heart (Psalm 51).By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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9. The Davidic Covenant (2 Samuel 7) 26:58

3M ago26:58

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David sought to build a 'house' (a temple) for the Lord, but the Lord instead promised that He would build an everlasting 'house' (a dynasty), which culminated in the Messiah. Solomon would ultimately build the temple, drawing on David's extensive preparations.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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8. David Brings the Ark to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6) 26:20

3M ago26:20

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Now David seeks to make Jerusalem both the political center and the worship center of the kingdom. He brings the ark into Jerusalem -- on his second try.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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7. David Becomes King and Conquers Jerusalem (2 Samuel 2-5) 50:31

3M ago50:31

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David moves to Hebron where the elders of Judah anoint him king over them. Later Saul's son Ish-Bosheth is assassinated and David is anointed king over all of Israel. He captures Jerusalem, makes it his capital.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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6. David Strengthens Himself in the Lord at Ziklag (1 Samuel 29-2 Samuel 1) 29:49

3M ago29:49

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While Saul and Jonathan are slain at the battle of Gilboa, David and his men attack the Amalekites and recover their families who had been captured at Ziklag. David sends plunder to the elders of Judah.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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5. David Spares the Lord's Anointed (1 Samuel 24-28) 50:10

3M ago50:10

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David hides from Saul in the Wilderness, and providentially has two opportunities to kill Saul, but refuses since Saul is 'the Lord's anointed.' He also spares Nabal, takes Abigail as wife, seeks asylum from Saul with the Philistines, but is spared going into battle with Saul. Finally, Saul seeks a medium to seek guidance from Samuel, but receives …

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4. David Flees from Saul (1 Samuel 21-23) 35:12

3M ago35:12

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David visits the tabernacle at Nob in his flight and receives help from Ahimelech the high priest. But Ahimelech and the priests are slain by the paranoid King Saul; only Abiathar flees to David with 400 might men. David and his men hide in the cave of Adullam and in the desert of Ziph.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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3. Jonathan's Friendship, Saul's Jealousy (1 Samuel 18-20) 29:43

3M ago29:43

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David and Saul's oldest son Jonathan become fast friends, but Saul grows increasingly jealous of David's popularity. He seeks to kill him with his spear and at the hand of the Philistines. Jonathan warns David and the two covenant with each others.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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2. David and Goliath: Bold Faith (1 Samuel 17) 27:33

3M ago27:33

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David's bold faith contrasts with the fear and low morale of the Israelite army when they are challenged by the Philistine champion Goliath. David rejects the offer of Saul's armor, but slays Goliath with a well-placed sling stone in the name of Yahweh and cuts off his head.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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1. Samuel Anoints David as King (1 Samuel 15-16) 29:49

3M ago29:49

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Saul, previously anointed king by the prophet Samuel is rejected by God for disobedience. In his place, David, the shepherd son of Jesse, is anointed king and filled with the Spirit. David plays his harp at Saul's court to soothe the troubled king with his music.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Introduction to the Life of David 10:27

3M ago10:27

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We consider David as a musician as well as nation-builder. Examines whether David is a mythic hero or a real person and dating of David's reign. Discusses the composition and authorship of 1 and 2 Samuel and 1 Kings, and 1 and 2 Chronicles. Finally, examines the background of the Philistines.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Preface 5:55

3M ago5:55

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Explains why we should study David's life. David's life is inspiring, human, manly, morally challenging, and ongoing in his descendant Jesus, the Son of David.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Discerning God's Voice (Judges 6:36-40) 42:56

3M ago42:56

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Discusses how we can confirm that it is God speaking, rather than one of the other voices in our heads -- the world, the flesh, the devil, or the conscience. Examines Gideon's fleece and asking for signs, working with a buddy or mentor, knowing the scriptures, and clarifying our own desires, etc.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Heart Preparation for Listening to God (1 Samuel 3:1-10) 25:45

3M ago25:45

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Now we explore heart preparation for listening for God, beginning with the boy Samuel (1 Samuel 3:1-10). Emphasizes a willingness to obey and follow instructions, the subtlety of pride, and the centrality of the relationship rather than the supposed "novelty" of God's voice.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Nudges and No (Acts 8:26-40; 16:6-10) 31:37

3M ago31:37

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Many times God's voice is in more in promptings or nudges or just "no," rather than in articulate sentences. We examine Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch (Acts 8:26-40), Paul and Silas seeking where to preach (and not to preach) on the Second Missionary Journey (Acts 16:6-10), David inquiring of the Lord, and other everyday nudges.…

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2. Recognizing God's Voice (1 Kings 19) 48:14

3M ago48:14

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Explores how God speaks in words and sentences to guide and encourage his servants. A study of Elijah's 'still small voice,' plus words of encouragement to Paul and others.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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1. Listening as a Biblical Pattern (Mark 1:35; John 5:19) 39:50

3M ago39:50

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Discusses the examples of Jesus' own dependence upon the Father, how he ministered in the power of the Spirit, promises of the Holy Spirit to us (John 14-16), and how the Spirit reveals the mind of Christ (1 Corinthians 2:9-16).By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Introduction to God's Voice 11:56

3M ago11:56

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Discusses basics of God's voice, such as; God's interest in our affairs, our worthiness, the authority and sufficiency of Scripture, need for obedience, going off the deep end, and the value of a mentor, spiritual partner, and a notebook.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Preface 6:51

3M ago6:51

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Outlines the author's approach to understanding God's voice.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 11. A Possible Harmonization of the Resurrection Accounts 7:41

3M ago7:41

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Provides a possible harmony of events of Resurrection Day, based on a reconstruction by George E. Ladd and Michael C. Perry.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 10. Harmony between John and the Synoptic Gospels 3:53

3M ago3:53

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Provides a harmony of passages in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John for the accounts of Jesus' passion and resurrection.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 9. The Sending of the Holy Spirit 3:28

3M ago3:28

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Explains the filoque controversy, whether the Spirit proceeds from the Father only (Eastern church), or from both the Father and Son (Western church).By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 8. The Paraclete 14:04

3M ago14:04

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Explains what parakletos or Paraclete means. Then outlines the Spirit as a replacement for Jesus, as a Person, and a teacher, reminder, and guide to truth, who convicts the world of sin.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 7. The Chronology of Holy Week in John's Gospel 7:36

3M ago7:36

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Presents arguments for the observation that Jesus partook of the Last Supper on Thursday, Passover, despite some indications in John that he partook of the Last Supper on Wednesday.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 6. 'Glory' and 'Glorify' in John's Gospel 14:45

3M ago14:45

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John develops the idea of seeing God's glory in Jesus, especially in his death, resurrection, and ascension.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 5. "Signs" in John's Gospel. John's Gospel 2:40

3M ago2:40

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Discusses John's use of semeion, 'miraculous signs,' to describe how miracles point to who Jesus is.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 4. The 'I Am' Passages in John's Gospel 2:32

3M ago2:32

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By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 3. Religious Leaders in Jesus' Day 5:58

3M ago5:58

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Identifies the various religious and political leaders in Jesus' day.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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Appendix 2. 'The Jews' in John's Gospel 2:05

3M ago2:05

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John isn't antisemitic. Usually his term 'the Jews' refers to his enemies, the leaders in Jerusalem.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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34. Feed My Sheep (John 21:1-25) 29:24

3M ago29:24

29:24

While Peter and other disciples are fishing, Jesus tells them to put ther nets on the other side, catching a great number of fish. Peter swims ashore. Jesus has breakfast fixed. Jesus restores Peter to ministry and prophesies his manner of death.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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33. As the Father Sent Me, So I Send You (John 20:19-31) 35:45

3M ago35:45

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Jesus appears to his disciples in the upper room. He commissions them and sends them, breathes upon them to receive the Holy Spirit, and gives them the power to remit sins. Doubting Thomas finally meets the risen Christ and confesses him to be 'My Lord and my God.'By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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32. Jesus Appears to Mary Magdalene (John 20:1-18) 25:33

3M ago25:33

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On Sunday morning Mary goes to the tomb, finds it empty, and tells Peter and John. They find the graveclothes folded carefully, not scattered. Later, Jesus appears to Mary in the garden near the tomb.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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31. Jesus' Death and Burial (John 19:17-42) 46:45

3M ago46:45

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Jesus is crucified on Golgotha, the soldiers cast lots for his garments fulfilling scripture. In last words of Christ from the cross, he entrusts his mother to John's care, thirsts, drinks posca or vinegary wine, and says 'It is finished.' He is buried by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus in a new tomb.…

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30. Jesus' Arrest and Trial (John 18:1-19:16) 55:46

3M ago55:46

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Jesus is betrayed by Judas, arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, taken to the high priests Annas and Caiaphas. Peter denies him three times. Jesus is tried before Pilate, who finds him innocent. Jesus speaks to him of his heavenly kingdom, of truth, and of God's sovereignty. Peter, buckling to pressure from the Jewish leaders, gives the order to c…

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29. Jesus' Prayer for His Disciples (John 17:1-26) 38:45

3M ago38:45

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Jesus' high priestly prayer discusses themes of glory, unity, sanctification through the word of truth. And a prayer for those who will believe in the future.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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28. The Spirit Will Guide You (John 16:12-33) 22:07

3M ago22:07

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The Holy Spirit, Paraclete, Counselor, Comforter will guide the disciles into all truth, relaying what the Father is saying. Speaks of prayer to the Father in Jesus' name, and the peace in Jesus that overcomes the world.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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27. The Spirit of Truth (John 15:18-16:11) 28:46

3M ago28:46

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Jesus teaches on persecution, and the coming of the Paraclete, Counselor, Comforter who will convict the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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26. Abiding in the Vine (John 15:1-17) 41:40

3M ago41:40

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Jesus uses the metaphor of a vine and branches to teach his disciples the importance of pruning or discipline, as well as staying close, abiding in the vine. That we can do nothing by ourselves, but in him will bear much fruit.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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25. I Will Give You Another Counselor (John 14:15-31) 27:30

3M ago27:30

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Jesus ties love for him to obedience. Explains how the Holy Spirit will come as 'another' Paraclete. Prince of the world has no hold on Jesus.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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24. I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:1-14) 34:32

3M ago34:32

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Jesus comforts his disciples as part of the Farewell Discourses, teaches about heaven -- 'my Father's house,' and declares himself the only, exclusive way to the Father.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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23. Washing the Disciples' Feet, Love One Another (John 13:1-38) 41:45

3M ago41:45

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Breaking all social norms in an act of radical humility, Jesus washes his disciples' feet at the Last Supper and gives them a commandment to love one another -- a mark of discipleship.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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22. The Hour Has Come to Be Glorified (John 12:23-50) 39:42

3M ago39:42

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By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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21. Anointing at Bethany and Triumphal Entry (John 11:55-12:22) 31:22

3M ago31:22

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Mary anoints Jesus at a dinner in Bethany, just before his triumphal entry into Jerusalem.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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20. I Am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:1-54) 45:19

3M ago45:19

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Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead, and speaks to Mary and Martha about resurrection and life found in him.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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19. I Am the Good Shepherd (John 10:1-42) 39:53

3M ago39:53

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Jesus draws four teachings from the life of a shepherd, including laying down his life for the sheep and aboslute protection of them from thieves and Satan.By JesusWalk Bible Study Series

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