Recent Episodes by Jensen Holt McNair
The Whole Point of John’s Gospel | The Gospels | John 20:30–31
10:16 | 09-02-2026
Why was John’s Gospel written? Who does John want us to believe Jesus really is? And what kind of life does that belief lead to? In today’s episode, Jensen explores John 20:30–31 and reveals the purpose behind every sign in John’s Gospel: that we would believe Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and find life in his name. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: John 20:30-31
Behold the Lamb | The Gospels | John 19:28-37
12:24 | 08-26-2026
Have you heard the story of Jesus’s death so many times that it feels familiar? What if the details we’ve heard before are actually invitations to wonder? What do we see when we look closely at the cross? In today’s episode, Jensen explores John 19:28–37 and reveals how Jesus fulfills Scripture as the promised Passover Lamb who willingly gives his life for the world. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: John 19:28-37
What If God’s “Good” Isn’t What You Think? | The Gospels | John 18:1-14
13:44 | 08-19-2026
Does God promise you a happy, comfortable life? What should you believe when suffering comes? Why did Jesus willingly walk toward suffering instead of trying to avoid it? In today’s episode, Jensen explores John 18:1-14 and exposes the problem with prosperity-gospel thinking: our greatest good isn’t a comfortable life; it’s the salvation and new life Jesus has already secured for us. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: John 18:1-14
The Gift of the Holy Spirit | The Gospels | John 16:1-15
10:40 | 08-12-2026
Why did Jesus say his departure was for our good? What does the Holy Spirit actually do? And how does God's Spirit transform our lives today? In today's episode, Jensen unpacks John 16:1-15 and shows why Jesus's departure made way for the incredible gift of the Holy Spirit living in every believer. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: John 16:1-15
The Sign You're Following Jesus | The Gospels | John 13:31–38
12:28 | 08-05-2026
How can people tell that you follow Jesus? Why did Jesus call love the defining mark of his followers? And how do we learn to love like he did? In today's episode, Jensen explores John 13:31–38 and shows why love is the unmistakable sign of a true disciple. Read the Bible with us! This year, we’re exploring the Gospels—Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John—and it's never too late to join! Download your reading plan now. Your support makes TMBT possible. Ten Minute Bible Talks is a crowd-funded project. Join the TMBTeam to reach more people with the Bible. Give now. Like this content? Make sure to leave us a rating and share it so that others can find it, too. Use #asktmbt to connect with us, ask questions, and suggest topics. We'd love to hear from you! To learn more, visit our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter @TenMinuteBibleTalks. Don't forget to subscribe to the TMBT Newsletter here. Passage: John 13:31–38