Bible Caddie Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, in our series on the book of James, the guys unpack James 1:9-12. After offering basic instruction on how to respond to trials in general in James 1:2-8, James now addresses a specific trial or test that his readers are facing. Some are impoverished and others are rich. Though it may not appear this way on the surface, both of these conditions— adversity and prosperity— provide unique temptations. As a result, they must be treated with unique solutions. In James 1:9-12, James informs each group as to how they are to navigate their situation. And he offers wonderful motivation to the one who remains steadfast in his trial.

We are starting a new series today on the book of James. Over the next few months, our plan is to walk verse by verse through this short and straightforward, but sometimes controversial New Testament book.

In the first episode of our series on the book of James, the guys unpack James 1:1-8. James, the half-brother of Jesus wrote to Jewish Christians scattered across the Roman Empire to instruct them how to handle the trials that they were facing.

Although many of their trials are different than the ones we face, the way to approach trials remains the same. We are to count them all joy because God is using them to make us like Christ.

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack Jeremiah 29:11. This verse (and others that communicate the same truth) shows the reality that there is a personal God who has good plans for each of us. This provides purpose in suffering and meaning for life.

In the second episode of a new series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack Proverbs 3:5-6. These verses instruct us give us wisdom for life by instructing us to trust God with our whole hearts in everything we do. And as we rely on Him, He promises to lead us in the way we should go. 

In the first episode of a new series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, Ben and William are joined by pastor Dave Owen. The guys unpack what may be the most famous verse in the Bible— John 3:16. 

It’s US Open week and the guys are joined by long time PGA Tour Caddie Paul Tesori. After lots of golf banter, the guys walk through John 9:1-3, which shows us that sometimes the Lord allows difficult things to happen for His good works to be put on display.

In this episode, the guys remember Grayson Murray. By sharing their own personal reflections as well as thoughts from former teammates, coaches, and caddies, the guys honor Grayson as a player and a person. They also offer the hope of the gospel. Through Jesus Christ, we can know with certainty that our sins can be forgiven and that eternal life awaits us. 

In this episode, the guys unpack Paul’s instructions for Christians to be strengthened with the Lord’s strength by putting on the whole armor of God. Because we are in a spiritual war, we need to daily be armed with the Word of God in general and the gospel of God in particular if we are going to stand against the schemes of the evil one. We also have special guest Brad Payne join us to talk about the PGA Championship, Scottie's arrest and other funny stories!

In this episode, the guys unpack Paul’s instructions for the workplace. In Ephesians 6:5-9, we see that light of the gospel, workers are ultimately to work for Christ, not their earthly bosses or masters. Christ is keeping close watch and will one day reward them. Similarly, bosses or masters ought to be aware that the Lord will one day judge their leadership, and He shows no partiality.