Ep. 96 Conflict | James 4:1-12

In this episode, the guys unpack James 4:1-12. There’s hardly a more relevant passage in the entire Bible to help us navigate our conflicts with others and with God. These verses answer questions like— Where does conflict come from? How big of a deal is it? How does God respond to us in our conflicts? And when we find ourselves in conflict, what should we do to course correct?

Ep. 95 How Wise Are You? | James 3:13-18

In this episode, the guys unpack James 3:13-18. This passage contrasts worldly wisdom and Biblical wisdom. Worldly wisdom is from below and is even demonically influenced. It shows up in jealousy and selfish ambition. And over time, it produces bad fruit in our lives. Biblical wisdom, on the other hand, is from above, from God. It produces meekness in our hearts that expresses itself in good conduct. And it produces a harvest of righteousness.

Ep. 94 The Things We Say | James 3:1-12

In this episode, the guys unpack James 3:1-12. In these verses, James explains the power and danger of our speech. As Christians, our speech should be consistent with what we claim to believe. And yet, so often, our speech reveals that we have a divided heart. But the gospel gives us hope! Because Jesus died for our sins of speech, like every other sin, we can begin to put off our old way of speaking to and we can begin to honor the Lord and others with what we say. 

Ep. 93 True Faith Produces Works | James 2:14-26

In this episode, the guys unpack one of the most controversial passages in the New Testament, James 2:14-26. These verses shows us that true faith travels with works. It's not simply enough to say the right things or even to know the right things. If faith is genuine, it will ultimately result in action.

Ep. 92 Partiality | James 2:1-13 | Jonathan Byrd (Special Guest)

In this episode, the guys are joined by 5-time PGA Tour winner Jonathan Byrd. After some banter with J Byrd, the guys unpack James 2:1-13. In these verses, James instructs his readers not to show partiality. He then gives a number of reasons why this is incompatible with Biblical Christianity. Showing partiality contradicts God's character, ways, law, and judgment. If we are going to live wholehearted lives like James desires, we must reject partiality as well.

Ep. 91 How Do I Fight Sin?

In this Bonus Coverage Episode, the guys discuss how we can fight sin in our lives. To fight sin effectively, we must come clean, enlist help, avoid temptation, resist temptation, and set our hearts on Jesus.

Ep. 90 Relating to God's Word | James 1:19-27

In this episode, after a Presidents Cup recap, the guys unpack James 1:19-27. In these verses, James instructs his readers how we are to relate to God's Word. Not only are believers to receive God's Word with meekness, but we are to be careful to put it into practice in our lives. When we do, God's blessing is sure to follow.

Ep. 89 Bubba Watson (Special Guest)

In this episode, Webb, Ben, and William are joined by special guest Bubba Watson. The guys talk all things Bubba, from Masters wins to life on the LIV Tour to the Presidents Cup to marriage and family. The episode culminates by unpacking and applying one of Bubba’s favorite Bible verses— Romans 15:7. It says, “Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.”

Ep. 88 Trials, Temptations, and the Goodness of God | James 1:13-18

In this episode in our series on the book of James, the guys unpack James 1:13-18. Trials often travel with temptations. And if we are not careful, we can be tempted to blame God. In this passage, James commands us not to do that, and he explains why we shouldn't temptations do not come from God. Quite the contrary, they originate with us. The unchanging God, on the other hand, only ever gives good gifts, the best of which is our salvation. Keeping these realities before us will enable us to remain faithful and steadfast under trial.

Ep. 87 The Trials of Adversity and Prosperity | James 1: 9-12

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.

Ep. 86 Joy and Wisdom in Trials | James 1:1-8

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.

Ep. 85 - Sean Martin (Special Guest)

In this episode of the Bible Caddie Podcast, Webb and William are joined by special guest, Sean Martin, PGATour.com lead editor. In the first half of the episode, the guys recap the best stories from the 2024 season and make picks for the Tour Championship. In the second half of the episode, they unpack one of Sean’s favorite passages— Revelation 3:14-22. Though these instructions were given to Turkish Christians nearly 2,000 years ago, they are highly relatable to Christians in the West who face the temptation to put our trust in worldly comfort, accomplishment, and outward appearances.

Ep. 84 - Psalm 23 | Pillars | Special Guest David Gibson

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys are joined by Pastor David Gibson from Aberdeen, Scotland to unpack Psalm 23. In this short but profound chapter, we are told who the LORD is and who He is for us. These verses comfort the weary, strengthen the weak, put courage into the fearful, and bolster us to face whatever may come our way. In the end, Psalm 23 reminds us that God is with us, pursuing us with His goodness and mercy until one day He brings us home.

Ep. 83 - Philippians 4:6-7 | Pillars

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack Philippians 4:6-7. Anxiety is more of a problem than it has ever been. Thankfully, God has given us clear instructions in His Word for how to combat. Instead of being anxious, we are to present all of our requests to God in prayer. When we do, He promises to provide us with His peace that goes beyond what we can comprehend. In this episode, we discuss what this means and how to do it. 

Ep. 82 - John 15:5 | Pillars

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack Jesus’ words from John 15:5. In these verses, Jesus tells us who He is and who we are in relation to Him. He is the vine, we are the branches. It is only as we stay connected to Him that we will bear fruit. The guys talk about what this means and how it happens. 

Takeaways

- Scottie Scheffler's impressive performance at the Olympics is a testament to his skill and clutch putting

- Reading greens is an important but often overlooked skill in golf

- When playing golf or engaging in any activity, we can glorify God by being humble, interested in others, and open to sharing our faith

- The metaphor of the vine and branches in John 15:5 teaches us that our spiritual life and fruitfulness come from abiding in Christ

- Apart from Christ, we can do nothing, but when we abide in Him, we bear much fruit Abiding in Christ involves aligning our desires with God's desires and finding joy in obeying Him.

- The process of sanctification leads to the production of fruit in our lives, benefiting those around us.

- Abiding in Christ is facilitated through His word, the gospel, the Holy Spirit, obedience, and prayer.

- These practices lead to glorifying God and experiencing joy.

Time Stamps

00:00 Introduction and Recap of Previous Episode

01:15 Discussion on Scottie Scheffler's Performance at the Olympics

04:07 Favorite Swing Aids and Glorifying God Through Golf

06:35 How to Spread God's Message Effectively While Playing Golf

14:22 Preview of Greensboro Tournament and Picks

16:06 Introduction to the Bible Verse John 15:5

17:06 Exploring the Metaphor of the Vine and Branches

25:41 The Importance of Abiding in Christ for Spiritual Fruitfulness

26:11 Living for the Lord and Bearing Fruit

33:42 Abiding in Christ through His Word, Gospel, and Spirit

43:49 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Abiding in Christ

46:44 Obedience as a Means of Abiding in Christ

50:10 Prayer as a Means of Abiding in Christ

54:22 Glorifying God and Experiencing Joy through Abiding in Christ

Ep. 81 - Davis Thompson (Special Guest)

In this episode of the Bible Caddie podcast, hosts William Kane and Ben Crane interview professional golfer Davis Thompson. They discuss Davis' background, his love for golf, his success in high school and college, and his transition to professional golf. They also talk about Davis' experiences in amateur golf, including winning the Jones Cup and playing in the Walker Cup. Davis shares stories from his pro career, including his first tournament as a pro and his birthday successes. The conversation concludes with a discussion about Davis' recent victory at the Deer Classic. Davis Thompson shares his experience of winning the John Deere Classic and the emotional moment of celebrating with his wife. He also talks about staying in a house with other players during the tournament and the camaraderie they shared. Davis opens up about the challenges he faced in the past year, including the passing of his mother-in-law, and how his faith in Christ has been a source of peace and strength. The conversation concludes with Davis giving advice to young golfers to prioritize their faith and trust in the Lord.

Ep. 80 - Matthew 6:33 | Pillars

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack Matthew 6:33. In these verses, Jesus instructs us to seek God’s Kingdom and righteousness above all else. As we do, He promises take care of us. This command is especially applicable in times of worldly turmoil. The final part of the episode hones in on how we can live as citizens of God’s kingdom in uncertain times. 

Ep. 79 - Romans 12:1-2 | Pillars

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack Romans 12:1-2. In these verses, God shows us what we ought to do in light of His mercy to us. We are to offer ourselves as living sacrifices to Him, no longer being conformed to this world but being transformed as He renews our minds. This is God’s will and it works!

Ep. 78 - Matthew 11:28-30 | Pillars

In this episode of our series called Pillars: Verses to Build Your Life On, the guys unpack one of the sweetest invitations in all of Scripture— Matthew 11:28-30. In these verses, Jesus, the High King of heaven who is gentle and lowly in heart, invites us to come to Him and find rest for our souls. This is what each of us desperately need now and forever.