The Elizabeth Whitworth Podcast

How to Start Reading the Bible

If you want to read the Bible but don’t know how to start — or you struggle with sticking to a daily Bible reading habit — these tips and resources can help. Daily Bible reading is one of the most important commitments you can ever make.
You’ll learn:
What the Bible is
How the Bible is structured
How to make a Bible reading plan
How to stick with Bible reading for the long term
How to get the most out of Bible reading
Learn more: https://elizabethwhitworth.com/how-to-start-reading-the-bible/

Seeking a Godly Response to the Assassination of Charlie Kirk

The world is reeling from the devastating assassination of Charlie Kirk. A life cut short. A family ripped apart. A nation horrified not only by the shocking scene before our eyes but by the way one moment revealed a societal sickness that was perhaps beyond our estimation.
While most people have responded with appropriate grief and compassion, we’re also hearing some shameful responses. I’m not just referring to those who hated Charlie Kirk or what he stood for. I’m also talking about some of those who loved him and his message. I especially want to draw attention to those who claim to carry the name of Christ but are speaking or acting in ways wholly inconsistent with His character and teaching.
 
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An Invitation to Internalize Genesis

I recently launched The KJV Audio Bible podcast, and Genesis is available to listen to. Before moving on to Exodus, I’m spending more time in Genesis so that I internalize it instead of just reading it. I invite you to join me.Learn more about the traditional text and the KJV Bible.

What Did Jesus Do When He Was Dead?

Jesus descended into Hades. In other words, He died and was buried. What happened next? There’s a school of thought that says Jesus was quite active when He was dead in the grave. But that's just a manmade tradition. The Bible says something different.
 
I analyze what Jeff Cavins told Jonathan Roumie about what “the church” (not the Bible) teaches about Jesus in Hades (the grave), and I contend that God’s word is a far better source of truth.
 
I reference my video series on what the Bible teaches about death and hell.
 
These podcast episodes are also available to watch on my YouTube channel.

Did Pope Francis (or anyone) Come from Heaven?

I received a comment on one of my episodes (“Is Pope Francis in Heaven?” https://youtu.be/I13V4Fizc1U) that’s worth addressing. It’s a chance to dig further into the Bible to see whether it teaches that humans existed in heaven before coming to earth.
 
If you’re a fellow truth seeker and have comments or questions about the origins and pre-existence of humans or related matters, please connect with me.
 
These podcast episodes are also available to watch on my YouTube channel.

Q&A • The Tree of Knowledge

The tree of the knowledge of good and evil makes for a fascinating study. What kind of knowledge is it? Why didn't God want humanity to have it? Will there ever be an end to evil? If so, how?
I received several excellent questions about the tree of knowledge and want to share my thoughts with all of you. Perhaps they will spark even more great questions.
For reference, read Genesis 2 and 3.
 
These podcast episodes are also available to watch on my YouTube channel.

Is Pope Francis in Heaven?

“At 7.35 this morning the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father.” (Declaration of the Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, 21.04.2025)
This statement contains an outright claim, an implied assertion, and a paradigm. We need to examine all of these.
The outright claim is that Pope Francis went to heaven when he died.
The implied assertion is that Francis came to earth from heaven in the first place.
The paradigm is that, for human beings, our location matters more than our status.
For more details on what I discuss in this episode, check out my series on what the Bible says about death and hell.

Part 15 ∙ Death & Hell: What Does the Bible Say?

The importance of distinguishing between spirit and soul
The mechanics and logic of hell
The purpose of hell
The good news about hell
The end of suffering
“Death & Hell: What Does the Bible Say?” is a comprehensive video series that aims to get to the bottom of what the Bible truly teaches about death and hell. Be sure to watch all 15 videos — in order — as they build on each other. You can find the video playlist here.
Along the way, I also talk about why the Bible is a trustworthy source of truth, how to study and interpret the Bible, and how to develop sound beliefs that are less likely to be shaken and more likely to be true.
If you’d like to become a ministry partner to help me create more content like this, please visit my website. Thank you!
If you have comments or questions and would like a response, please contact me.
Unless otherwise noted, scripture taken from the Modern English Version. Copyright © 2014 by Military Bible Association. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Part 14 ∙ Death & Hell: What Does the Bible Say?

The second death
The first death vs. the second death
The foreshadowing of the second death
The danger of downplaying death and emphasizing suffering
The suffering and death of Jesus
The wages of sin
“Death & Hell: What Does the Bible Say?” is a comprehensive video series that aims to get to the bottom of what the Bible truly teaches about death and hell. Be sure to watch all 15 videos — in order — as they build on each other. You can find the video playlist here.
Along the way, I also talk about why the Bible is a trustworthy source of truth, how to study and interpret the Bible, and how to develop sound beliefs that are less likely to be shaken and more likely to be true.
If you’d like to become a ministry partner to help me create more content like this, please visit my website. Thank you!
If you have comments or questions and would like a response, please contact me.
Unless otherwise noted, scripture taken from the Modern English Version. Copyright © 2014 by Military Bible Association. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Part 13 ∙ Death & Hell: What Does the Bible Say?

Torment "forever and ever"
What the Bible doesn’t say about hell
What the Bible does say about hell
“Death & Hell: What Does the Bible Say?” is a comprehensive video series that aims to get to the bottom of what the Bible truly teaches about death and hell. Be sure to watch all 15 videos — in order — as they build on each other. You can find the video playlist here.
Along the way, I also talk about why the Bible is a trustworthy source of truth, how to study and interpret the Bible, and how to develop sound beliefs that are less likely to be shaken and more likely to be true.
If you’d like to become a ministry partner to help me create more content like this, please visit my website. Thank you!
If you have comments or questions and would like a response, please contact me.
Unless otherwise noted, scripture taken from the Modern English Version. Copyright © 2014 by Military Bible Association. Used by permission. All rights reserved.