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  • Coming Home (Ezra Chapter 1: 1-11)

    Coming Home (Ezra Chapter 1: 1-11)
    Nov 2 2026

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    Have you ever found yourself a long way from God? Not just having a bad day. Not just missing a quiet time or neglecting prayer for a week. Maybe you've made choices you deeply regret. Maybe you've drifted gradually over months or years. Maybe you've reached the point where you're not even sure what happened. One day you look around and realize you're not where you used to be spiritually.

    And then the questions start. "Would God really take me back?" "Have I wandered too far?" "Have I been away too long?"

    It's been months, maybe years, or even maybe decades. And the longer they've been away, the harder it becomes to imagine returning. If that's where you find yourself today, I have some good news. Because the book of Ezra is the story of people who came home after being away from God for a very long time.

    The entire book is a story of restoration. It is the story of a God who rebuilds what has been broken and restores what seems lost.

    So, if you've ever wondered whether restoration is possible...

    Then Ezra chapter 1 is for you, so let's begin the journey back home to God.

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    30 mins
  • Ezra – The Book of the Restoration - Introduction and Overview.

    Ezra – The Book of the Restoration - Introduction and Overview.
    Oct 30 2026

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    Episode Notes:

    Welcome to a brand-new season of Bible Journey Daily. Over the coming weeks, we're going to study through the books of Ezra and Nehemiah, two fascinating books that tell a story of loss, hope, rebuilding, and renewal.

    Interestingly, Ezra and Nehemiah were originally one book in the Hebrew Scriptures. Together, they tell the story of God's people returning home after decades of exile in Babylon. Jerusalem had been devastated, the Temple destroyed, and many wondered whether Israel's story was over. But God wasn't finished with His people. These books remind us of a truth that runs through the entire Bible: when God makes a promise, He keeps it.

    That's really the big theme of these books: restoration. How God restores His people to a place of worship, obedience, and fellowship with Him.

    As we study through these chapters, we'll discover that restoration is rarely instant. The people faced opposition, discouragement, delays, personal failure, and hard decisions. Yet through every challenge, God remained faithful. He guided His people, strengthened their leaders, and accomplished His purposes even when circumstances seemed impossible, and that's one reason Ezra and Nehemiah still speak powerfully to us today.

    Many of us know what it feels like to need restoration. Sometimes it's our faith that needs rebuilding. Sometimes it's our families, our priorities, our churches, or our relationship with God. We may look at the broken places in our lives and wonder if they can ever be restored.

    Ezra and Nehemiah answer with a resounding yes.

    The God who restored a ruined city, a broken nation, and a discouraged people is still in the business of restoration today.

    So as we begin this journey together, let's listen carefully to the lessons of the returning exiles. Their story is more than ancient history. It's a testimony to the faithfulness of God and an invitation to trust Him with the rebuilding work He may be doing in our own lives.

    Let's begin....

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    44 mins
  • Is it Really Better to Give then Receive. (Philippians 4: 10-20) Season Finale.

    Is it Really Better to Give then Receive. (Philippians 4: 10-20) Season Finale.
    Oct 29 2026

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    Episode Notes:

    Let me start with a question that sounds a little uncomfortable, maybe even a little unspiritual:

    What do I get when I give?

    When we talk about giving to the Lord's work, we're usually quick to focus on what others receive. A missionary is helped. A ministry moves forward. A need is met. But have you ever stopped to ask what happens to the giver?

    At first glance, the answer seems obvious. If I give money away, I have less money than I had before. My pocket is a little emptier. So why give at all? Is giving simply about doing the right thing? Is it about the satisfaction of helping others? Or does God have something deeper in mind?

    In Philippians 4:10-20, Paul thanks the believers in Philippi for a financial gift they sent while he was under house arrest in Rome. But as he does, he reveals something remarkable. He shows us that generosity is not merely a blessing to the receiver. It is also a blessing to the giver.

    So, as we conclude this season together, let's explore a surprising question:

    Is it really better to give than to receive?

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    28 mins
  • Handling Disagreements. (Philippians 4: 2-9)

    Handling Disagreements. (Philippians 4: 2-9)
    Oct 28 2026

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    Episode Notes:

    When was the last time you disagreed with someone?

    For most of us, that doesn't take long to answer. Maybe it was your spouse. Maybe a friend. Maybe someone at work. Maybe even someone at church. One person says, "We should do it this way." And another replies, "No, I think there's a better way."

    Sound familiar?

    Disagreements are simply part of life. They happen in marriages, in families. They happen in businesses, they happen in communities, and yes, they even happen in churches.

    Now a disagreement isn't necessarily bad. Sometimes the best ideas emerge because people see things differently. Sometimes a disagreement strengthens a relationship because it forces people to talk honestly and work through important issues. But disagreements can also take a darker turn. What begins as a difference of opinion can become an argument. An argument can then become a division, and a division can become a disaster.

    So the real issue isn't whether disagreements occur…. They will. The real issue is: How do we handle them? How do believers disagree without becoming disagreeable? How do Christians work through differences without damaging relationships, and how do we preserve unity without pretending we always agree?

    As it turns out, the church at Philippi faced exactly that problem. Two godly women had apparently fallen into a disagreement serious enough that Paul addresses it in a letter read publicly before the entire church. From that real-life situation, Paul gives us timeless principles for handling conflict, maintaining unity, and preserving harmony in our relationships...

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    28 mins
  • Everybody Needs a Role Model. (Philippians 3 17-4 1)

    Everybody Needs a Role Model. (Philippians 3 17-4 1)
    Oct 27 2026

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    Episode Notes:

    If you go to get a job, in many cases, a worker has to be trained how to do that job. They are the ones who follow the one who teaches. If you are learning a trade, you have to serve an apprenticeship to be able to learn the craft. If you are a professional, like a doctor, you must serve an internship where you watch another professional, more experienced, and they, in turn, watch you. But we do this not only in the area of our occupation, but we do it in other areas of our lives as well. As husbands, as wives, as parents, we are aware of the influence our parents have on us.

    Sometimes our model comes outside the home. If we are to grow, not just in our profession, not just in our parenting skills, but spiritually, we need a role model to emulate. The problem is there are some really bad role models out there, and it is relatively easy to fall into the rut of following the wrong types of role models.

    So maybe we need to ask, what does the wrong model look like, and for that matter, what does a good model look like?

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    27 mins
  • The Goal of the Christian Life. (Philippians 3: 10-16)

    The Goal of the Christian Life. (Philippians 3: 10-16)
    Oct 26 2026

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    Episode Notes:

    What is the goal of your life?

    An athlete wants to win the race.

    A businessperson hopes to build a successful enterprise.

    A politician wants to improve society, or perhaps get elected again.

    Every serious endeavour has an objective, a target, a finish line, but what is the goal of Christianity?

    People outside the church often assume the goal is simply to make people more religious. But is that really the ultimate objective? Is Christianity merely behavior modification with a religious label attached to it? Or is God after something deeper?

    In Philippians chapter 3, Paul answers that question with remarkable clarity. And what is especially interesting is that he answers it immediately after telling us that all his religious achievements were worthless compared to Christ. Having rejected confidence in religion, Paul now tells us what he is passionately pursuing instead.

    What was the driving ambition of the Apostle Paul? What was the great goal of his life, and what should be the great goal of ours?

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    33 mins
  • A Very Special Announcement. A Potential New Chapter for Bible Journey Daily Podcast.

    A Very Special Announcement. A Potential New Chapter for Bible Journey Daily Podcast.
    Oct 25 2026
    Send us Fan MailFor several years now, we've been travelling through God's Word together. One passage at a time. One chapter at a time. One day at a time. And throughout that journey, I've heard a common desire expressed again and again: "I want to study the Bible more consistently, but I'm struggling to establish a rhythm that lasts." And for many of you, we have achieved that together through the Bible Journey Daily Podcast. Recently, an unexpected opportunity landed in my inbox that has caused me to ask an important question:Could there be a new way for us to help people build a lifelong habit of studying Scripture?Today I'd like to share that vision with you.As many of you know, my passion has never been technology for its own sake. My passion has always been helping people engage deeply with God's Word. But as the conversations continued, I began to see something that genuinely excited me.The possibility of creating a personalized Bible study companion designed to help people study through the whole Bible at a pace that works for them.Imagine opening an app each day and receiving guidance for the next step on your Bible journey. Imagine being able to choose whether you want to work through the Bible in one year, five years, or even ten years. Imagine having encouragement when you fall behind rather than feeling guilty and giving up altogether. Imagine being able to track your progress and see how God has been leading you through Scripture over months and years. And perhaps most exciting of all, imagine having access to a Bible study coach built around everything I've learned and taught over many years of ministry. It's about helping new people to find a way to make God's Word part of the rhythm of our daily lives. This app could become another way of helping people take those steps.As I've prayed about this opportunity, I've realized that I can't justify moving forward unless there is genuine interest from people who believe this vision would serve both them and others.And that's why I'm bringing this to you today.Founding Partner InvitationWhat I'm looking for initially is around ten people who would be willing to become founding partners in this project. People who would commit to subscribing when the app launches in a couple of months.The expected entry-level subscription will be around £15 per month, and ideally I'm looking for people willing to commit to using it for a year.Not simply as subscribers. But as pioneers. People who will test it, give feedback, suggest improvements, share what's working, and help shape what this ministry tool becomes. Ask it questions. In many ways, the first group of users will help build it alongside me. If you're someone who wants to see others helped who long for more structure and encouragement. And if you've been blessed by Bible Journey Daily and would like to help extend its reach... Then perhaps this invitation is for you.For now, I'm simply asking you to pray.Pray for wisdom and clarity, and pray that any decision made would honour Christ and serve His people well. And if you'd be interested in becoming one of these founding partners, I'd love to hear from you.You can reach out through Patreon, or email me directly at; jeremymccandless@hotmail.comOr respond using the links provided in these episode notes.Thank you for walking this journey with me. Thank you for your prayers, your encouragement, and your support. And who knows? This may be the beginning of an exciting new chapter in helping people make the study of God's Word part of the everyday rhythm of their lives.Until next time, keep walking the journey.Support the showThis podcast is entirely the work of Jeremy R. McCandless...Follow and support me as an independent podcast creator on Patreon.Jeremy McCandless | Creating Podcasts and Bible Study Resources | PatreonTo receive my weekly newsletter and keep up to date with all five of my podcasts, subscribe at:Jeremy McCandless | SubstackCheck out my other Podcasts.My History of the Christian Church: https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.comThe L.I.F.E. Podcast: Philosophy and current trends in the Arts and Entertainment.https://the-living-in-faith-everyday-podcast.buzzsprout.comThe Renewed Mind Podcast. My Psychology and Mental Health Podcast:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568891The Classic Literature Podcast:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568906To visit my Author page on Amazon and view my entire back catalogue of books on both Amazon and Kindle, and now also on Audible, Visit:Amazon.com: Jeremy R Mccandless: books, biography, latest update
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    11 mins
  • Beware of The Dogs - Toxic People and Situations. (Philippians 3: 1-9)

    Beware of The Dogs - Toxic People and Situations. (Philippians 3: 1-9)
    Oct 23 2026

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    Episode Notes;

    Why does Paul interrupt this warm, encouraging letter with such a strong warning?

    Those are exactly the questions we're going to answer today. So let's open our Bibles to Philippians chapter 3 and discover why some spiritual influences must be approached with caution, discernment, and, at times, outright avoidance.

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    My History of the Christian Church: https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com

    The L.I.F.E. Podcast: Philosophy and current trends in the Arts and Entertainment.

    https://the-living-in-faith-everyday-podcast.buzzsprout.com

    The Renewed Mind Podcast. My Psychology and Mental Health Podcast:

    https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568891

    The Classic Literature Podcast:

    https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568906

    To visit my Author page on Amazon and view my entire back catalogue of books on both Amazon and Kindle, and now also on Audible, Visit:

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    30 mins