Connect with Skip Heitzig Podcast
Connect with Skip Heitzig Podcast offers daily Bible teaching from Skip Heitzig, covering both topical studies and verse-by-verse exposition. The podcast presents the Word of God in a contemporary, relaxed, and relevant format.
Episodes
Just Counting Time or Making Time Count? - Part A
There is a certain amount of time allotted to us all, and we all decide how we are going to spend it. But none of us knows exactly how much of it we have left. So a huge question for all of us is: What will you do with the time you have left? Some never face that issue honestly, thinking that they'll always have plenty of time. Today, let's consider four solid principles that will make the time yo
Colossians 2 - Part B
Pastor Skip shows why outward religious activity can never replace inward transformation—and how Christ changes you from the inside out.
Colossians 2 - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why a church united in Christ is one of the world's most powerful testimonies—and how genuine love strengthens you as a believer.
Colossians 1:15-29 - Part C
Pastor Skip reveals why following Jesus isn't always easy and why you – just like believers throughout history – can count it a privilege to suffer for His name.
Colossians 1:15-29 - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why the One who holds the universe together is more than able to hold your life together—even when everything feels uncertain.
Colossians 1:15-29 - Part A
Pastor Skip shows you why Jesus isn't simply another messenger from God—He is God's complete and final revelation to the world.
Should I Get Soaking Wet? - Part B
So what's the deal with baptism? Why do Christians practice it? What does it have to do with my relationship to God? Peter raised the issue of baptism in this letter, but he tied it into what happened during the time of Noah and the great flood. What on earth could one have to do with the other? Let's unravel these verses and then relate them to our current understanding of Christian baptism. Does
Colossians 1:1-15 - Part C
Pastor Skip reminds you that salvation isn't something you earn—it's God's finished work in Christ. Discover why gratitude is your natural response to His amazing grace.
Colossians 1:1-15 - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why faith, hope, and love aren't just Christian ideals—they're the evidence that you are a healthy, growing believer.
Colossians 1:1-15 - Part A
Pastor Skip begins a new study through Colossians by showing how discovering God's purpose for your life brings confidence, direction, and lasting peace.
The Daughters of Zelophehad - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why persistent prayer changes more than your circumstances—it keeps your heart from giving up.
The Daughters of Zelophehad - Part A
Pastor Skip explores how Jesus elevated and honored women in a culture that often overlooked them—and what that reveals about the heart of God.
Should I Get Soaking Wet? - Part A
So what's the deal with baptism? Why do Christians practice it? What does it have to do with my relationship to God? Peter raised the issue of baptism in this letter, but he tied it into what happened during the time of Noah and the great flood. What on earth could one have to do with the other? Let's unravel these verses and then relate them to our current understanding of Christian baptism. Does
Onesiphorus: A True Friend - Part B
Pastor Skip explains what the judgment seat of Christ really is—and why every act of faithfulness matters more than you may realize.
Onesiphorus: A True Friend - Part A
Pastor Skip shows how one faithful friend brought fresh strength to someone in desperate need—and how God can use you to encourage others.
Joseph of Arimathea - Part B
Pastor Skip reveals three signs that you are a growing disciple—and why genuine faith always becomes visible through a transformed life.
Joseph of Arimathea - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why following Jesus sometimes begins with one courageous step—and how a secret disciple found the courage to stand publicly for Christ.
Anna: Serving God in Old Age - Part B
Pastor Skip challenges you to turn up the volume on your gratitude as he shares the story of a woman whose lifelong faithfulness made her one of the first witnesses to Jesus. Discover why Pastor Skip says growing old is inevitable, but growing up is optional.
The Invisible War - Part B
In every war, strategy plays a role. Each side plans and makes movements in accordance to what it learns about the other side’s tactics. If information is leaked, a counteroffensive can be launched. This can be seen in the grand and most profound war of the universe: The Invisible War. In this battle, Satan and his minions wage war against God, His angels, and His people. We’ll consider it by look
Anna: Serving God in Old Age - Part A
Pastor Skip shares the story of an overlooked woman whose faithfulness impacted generations—and shows how God can use your words to encourage others and strengthen their faith.
Mordecai: The Speech That Saved a Nation - Part B
Pastor Skip explores why Esther believed it was better to die for a conviction than to live with a compromise—and asks, “What convictions are shaping your life?”
Mordecai: The Speech That Saved a Nation - Part A
Pastor Skip shares the story of a speech that changed history, saved a nation, and still has the power to challenge your faith today.
Jethro: How to Become a Leader - Part B
Pastor Skip challenges the idea that serving God should leave you stressed and burned out. Discover why those serving the Lord should be the happiest people on earth, and how you can cultivate that joy in your own heart.
Jethro: How to Become a Leader - Part A
Pastor Skip introduces one of the Bible's greatest leaders by asking an unexpected question: What's your relationship like with your in-laws?
The Invisible War - Part A
In every war, strategy plays a role. Each side plans and makes movements in accordance to what it learns about the other side’s tactics. If information is leaked, a counteroffensive can be launched. This can be seen in the grand and most profound war of the universe: The Invisible War. In this battle, Satan and his minions wage war against God, His angels, and His people. We’ll consider it by look
The Shulamite Bride - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why conflict isn't a sign that your relationship is broken—it's a normal part of every relationship. Discover why even the best marriages require conflict resolution.
The Shulamite Bride - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why every husband should become a "PhD" in his wife—and what that teaches you about building stronger relationships.
Baruch: Jeremiah’s Right-hand Man - Part B
Pastor Skip shares a prediction that applies to every person listening: You're either in a trial, coming out of one, or headed into one. Find out why God is far more interested in your character than your comfort.
Baruch: Jeremiah’s Right-hand Man - Part A
Pastor Skip asks what A.W. Tozer called the most important question about your life: What do you really think about God? Discover why the answer shapes everything else.
Philippians 4 - Part C
Pastor Skip explains why contentment isn't something you're born with—it's something you learn. And sometimes, the only way to learn it is to go through hardship.
A Reason for Every “Ouch!” - Part B
Perhaps the most common word in our language is the tiny word, "Ouch!" Every day, it's repeatedly expressed in variant forms around the world. It's a word that conveys pain and suffering. Peter’s audience knew all about suffering, but they didn't always know how it could actually be used for anything good. Christ's own sufferings provide the best example of both the power and usefulness of sufferi
Philippians 4 - Part B
Pastor Skip shares a surprising cure for anxiety. Discover why, when it comes to your worry, the contrast is the solution.
Philippians 4 - Part A
Pastor Skip explores one of the Bible's greatest promises: the day believers will be transformed forever and caught up to be with Christ. You’ll discover how this promise gives you not only hope for the future, but strength for right now.
Philippians 3 - Part C
Pastor Skip asks a surprising question: Why would the apostle Paul say, "That I may know Him," after already following Jesus for thirty years? Discover why you should never stop pursuing Christ.
Philippians 3 - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why legalism minimizes what Jesus has done for you—and why the gospel is truly good news for anyone who's tired of trying to earn God's approval.
Philippians 3 - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why you have more reasons to be joyful than you may realize—and why anyone who says otherwise has a problem: the apostle Paul.
A Reason for Every “Ouch!” - Part A
Perhaps the most common word in our language is the tiny word, "Ouch!" Every day, it's repeatedly expressed in variant forms around the world. It's a word that conveys pain and suffering. Peter’s audience knew all about suffering, but they didn't always know how it could actually be used for anything good. Christ's own sufferings provide the best example of both the power and usefulness of sufferi
Philippians 2:19-30 - Part B
Pastor Skip introduces the one person the apostle Paul said was truly like-minded with him—and reveals what made Timothy's faith and character so exceptional.
Philippians 2:19-30 - Part A
Pastor Skip explains what it means to have the mind of Christ—and why serving others may require giving up some of your own rights and preferences.
Philippians 2:1-18 - Part C
Pastor Skip challenges believers to become "glow-in-the-dark people"—bringing God's light and hope into a world that desperately needs both.
Philippians 2:1-18 - Part B
Pastor Skip shares why every person who has ever lived will one day confess that Jesus Christ is Lord—and why making that decision now changes your eternity.
Philippians 2:1-18 - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why humility "greases the gears of relationship"—and how adding a little humility might change even your most difficult relationships.
When Holiness Meets Hostility - Part B
Faith is not neutral. It’s a powerful and dynamic force that changes behavior (if it is genuine faith). Unbelief is also a powerful force, and when believers try to live out their faith in an unbelieving environment, there are some predictable and unavoidable results. Let’s consider four truths from Peter’s pen that will be helpful when God’s holy people meet up with a hostile world.
Philippians 1:12-30 - Part C
Pastor Skip challenges you to make the most of every opportunity God gives you to impact others for eternity.
Philippians 1:12-30 - Part B
Pastor Skip reminds you that while people may fail, God’s message never loses its power.
Philippians 1:12-30 - Part A
Pastor Skip shares how God directs not only your steps—but even the unexpected stops along the way.
Philippians 1:1-14 - Part C
Pastor Skip explains why love needs both compassion and discernment to reflect the character of Christ well.
Philippians 1:1-14 - Part B
Pastor Skip reveals how God’s love gives you the capacity to love others with endurance and grace.
When Holiness Meets Hostility - Part A
Faith is not neutral. It’s a powerful and dynamic force that changes behavior (if it is genuine faith). Unbelief is also a powerful force, and when believers try to live out their faith in an unbelieving environment, there are some predictable and unavoidable results. Let’s consider four truths from Peter’s pen that will be helpful when God’s holy people meet up with a hostile world.
Philippians 1:1-14 - Part A
Pastor Skip explains how Paul stayed faithful to God’s calling even when suffering and hardship stood in the way.
Lessons from a City in Shambles - Part B
Pastor Skip shares what real prayer looks like and why prayer is as vital to your faith as breathing is to your body.
Lessons from a City in Shambles - Part A
Pastor Skip looks at what the rise and fall of Jerusalem can teach us about the future of our nation.
How to Backslide - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why caring for your soul, mind, and body is not selfish—it’s good stewardship before God.
How to Backslide - Part A
Pastor Skip warns about the dangers of neglecting Scripture and why God’s truth is essential for spiritual health.
How to Attract Flies - Part B
The old saying "You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar" fits perfectly with Peter's letter. He's been telling Christians how to live in plain view of the unbelieving world. Now he goes into the church and tells us how to treat each other. It's his hope that an exhibition of real, Christian love will provide a base of satisfying fellowship for us and attract unbelievers. But how?
How to Worship When You Come to Church - Part 2 - Part B
Pastor Skip explains how trusting and worshiping God brings strength, joy, and even healing into your life.
How to Worship When You Come to Church - Part 2 - Part A
Pastor Skip shares why gratitude and thanksgiving are essential parts of true worship.
How to Worship When You Come to Church - Part 1 - Part B
Pastor Skip explains how worship music reinforces biblical truth and helps carry God’s Word into your everyday life.
How to Worship When You Come to Church - Part 1 - Part A
Pastor Skip reveals why worship is more than music or a church service—it’s meant to become your lifestyle.
That’s Life in the Big City! - Part B
Pastor Skip highlights the importance of serving others and why ministry has always been about people serving people.
How to Attract Flies - Part A
The old saying "You catch more flies with honey than you do with vinegar" fits perfectly with Peter's letter. He's been telling Christians how to live in plain view of the unbelieving world. Now he goes into the church and tells us how to treat each other. It's his hope that an exhibition of real, Christian love will provide a base of satisfying fellowship for us and attract unbelievers. But how?
That’s Life in the Big City! - Part A
Pastor Skip shares why some places carry deep spiritual significance—and what made Jerusalem the holy city.
First Things First - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why church still matters—and why believers were never meant to follow Jesus alone.
First Things First - Part A
Pastor Skip challenges you to move beyond lip service and put God back at the center of your life.
A Nation That Prays Together Stays Together - Part B
Pastor Skip explains why confession is one of the most important parts of a healthy relationship with God.
A Nation That Prays Together Stays Together - Part A
Pastor Skip unpacks five powerful elements of prayer that can deepen your relationship with God.
The Four-Sided Fortress of a Husband’s Love - Part B
If life is to be rock solid, then family relationships—especially marriage—must be rock solid. No wonder Peter speaks to husbands after addressing wives. In his directive toward submission, he addresses citizens (and not government officials); he addresses servants (and not their masters). But when it comes to the home, he addresses both wives and husbands. Let's consider how a husband's love can
The Transformation of a Nation - Part B
Pastor Skip shares why reading through the whole Bible brings spiritual balance and health to your life.
The Transformation of a Nation - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why spiritual depth matters more than flashy distractions—and how God’s Word can transform a nation from the inside out.
Promise Keeper - Part B
Pastor Skip shares why you can trust God’s promises even when life feels uncertain—and how faith grows when you remember that God always keeps His word.
Promise Keeper - Part A
Pastor Skip shows you why God’s promises always have a purpose and a timeline—and how you can trust Him to bring them to completion.
Finished but Still Fighting - Part B
Pastor Skip explains the difference between simply stopping and truly finishing—and how God completes His work with purpose in your life.
The Four-Sided Fortress of a Husband’s Love - Part A
If life is to be rock solid, then family relationships—especially marriage—must be rock solid. No wonder Peter speaks to husbands after addressing wives. In his directive toward submission, he addresses citizens (and not government officials); he addresses servants (and not their masters). But when it comes to the home, he addresses both wives and husbands. Let's consider how a husband's love can
Finished but Still Fighting - Part A
Pastor Skip reminds you that God finishes what He starts—and why you can trust Him to complete His work in your life.
Focused in the Face of Distraction - Part B
Pastor Skip challenges you to stand firm in your calling—and not give in to fear, pressure, or compromise.
Focused in the Face of Distraction - Part A
Pastor Skip reveals how distraction can derail your spiritual growth—and why staying focused is essential to finishing well.
Complainers in Our Midst - Part B
Pastor Skip defines what it really means to fear the Lord—and how a healthy reverence for God leads to a deeper relationship with Him.
Complainers in Our Midst - Part A
Pastor Skip explains why complaining makes problems worse—and how choosing a different response can transform your mindset.
The Irresistible Beauty of a Tender Heart - Part B
The most attractive people in the world are those who display depth of character and pleasant personalities. Solomon insisted that “[outward] beauty is passing” (Proverbs 31:30). As Peter speaks to a common issue in the early church (Christian wives married to unbelieving husbands), he also gives us three marks of a tenderhearted woman: in her actions, attitudes, and admiration.
A Shovel and a Sword - Part B
Pastor Skip shares how serving others with love opens the door to real impact—and helps your city experience God’s goodness.
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