Gaining Christ: Recent Episodes
Brig Jones
Teaching the absolute truth of God to help people know God deeply, and grow in their satisfaction, confidence, and faithfulness in Him.
A biblical description of the eternal Kingdom of Heaven, including stunning details on the visuals, splendor, perfections, treasures, experiences, emotions, duration, and location of God's Eternal Kingdom. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 2:7, Exodus 33:20, Job 1:21, Psalm 16:6, 11, Psalm 23:6, Isaiah 6:1-3, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 11:6-9, Isaiah 53:12, Isaiah 66:1, Matthew 5:12, Matthew 6:19-20, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 22:30, Matthew 25:34, Luke 12:32, John 3:3-8, John 14:2-3, 6, John 15:9 (incorrectly cited as John 15:8 in audio), John 17:5, John 17:23, 24, Romans 11:33, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 1 Corinthians 35-57, 2 Corinthians 4:18, 2 Corinthians 8:9, 2 Corinthians 12:3-4, Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 1:18, Ephesians 2:6-7, Ephesians 3:8, Philippians 3:14, Philippians 3:20-21, Colossians 1:13, Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:14, 2 Timothy 6:7, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Peter 1:3-4, 16-18, Hebrews 10:34, Hebrews 11:10, 13-16, Hebrews 12:18-29, Hebrews 13:14, Revelation 4:1-8, Revelation 5:11 (incorrectly cited as Hebrews 5:11 in audio), Revelation 7:9-11, Revelation 20:10-15, Revelation 21:1-4, 15-23, Revelation 22:3-5
In Philippians 3:20, the Bible states, "Our citizenship is in Heaven." This episode carefully explains the rich meaning of this profound verse as well as the valuable application of it to those who trust in Christ. Included, for the listener's encouragement and protection, are some of the more popular false messages that mislead many from properly understanding and living faithfully to the truths of this verse. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1-3:20, Job 1:21, Isaiah 53:5, Isaiah 66:1, Matthew 5:12, 14, Matthew 6:19-24, Matthew 10:34-39, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 24:3-14, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 6:22-23, Luke 9:23-25, Luke 10:20, Luke 12:32, Luke 14:33, Luke 24:46-49, John 3:3-8, John 14:2-3, John 15:5, 16, John 17:14, John 18:36, John 21:15-17, Acts 2:1-41, Acts 3:11-26, Acts 4:1-31, Acts 20:24, Romans 1:17-17, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 4:18, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Galatians 2:20, Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 2:4-6, Ephesians 3:12, Ephesians 4:11-16, Ephesians 6:10-12, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:14-15, Philippians 3:18-21, Colossians 1:12-14, Colossians 3:1-4, Hebrews 10:34, Hebrews 11:10, 13-16, Hebrews 12:14, Hebrews 12:22-29, 1 Timothy 6:7-10, 2 Timothy 1:9, 2 Timothy 2:3, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Titus 2:11-14, James 4:4, 1 Peter 2:9-12, 1 John 2:15, 17, 1 John 5:19
In Matthew 13:44, Jesus says, “The Kingdom of Heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field, which a man found and covered up. Then in his joy he goes and sells all that he has and buys that field.” This episode explains what Jesus means by this intriguing statement by carefully answering these questions: 1) What is the Kingdom of Heaven? 2) How is the Kingdom of Heaven like a treasure? 3) How and why is the Kingdom hidden? 4) How is the Kingdom found? 5) How is the Kingdom owned- in other words, what does it mean that the man "joyfully sells all that he has and buys the field”? Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 23:6, Psalm 103:19, Isaiah 46:9-11, Matthew 4:17, Matthew 5:14, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 10:37-39, Matthew 11:25-26, Matthew 13:10-11, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 13:45, Matthew 16:24-25, Luke 4:17-21, Luke 9:23-25, Luke 12:32, Luke 14:25-33, John 3:1-8, John 6:63 (incorrectly cited as John 6:33 in audio), John 10:27-30, John 12:24-26, John 15:8, 12-13, 16-17, John 18:36, Romans 1:16, Romans 5:8, Romans 6:23, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 2:6-14, 2 Corinthians 4:18, 2 Corinthians 5:14-21, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Ephesians 1:3-14, Ephesians 2:1-9, Philippians 2:5-11, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:7-10, Colossians 1:11-14, Titus 2:11, Titus 3:3-7, 1 John 4:7-11
How does a person experience the immeasurable greatness of God's power working in their life? This episode answers that question providing detail on the characteristics and behaviors that most yield God's power to abundantly work in and through an individual. Included are the activities that most inhibit a person from experiencing the power of God. Scripture referenced: Genesis 6:5-8:19, Genesis 22:1-14, Exodus 12:1-51, Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 3:1-17, Joshua 6:1-25, Joshua 10:12-14, 1 Samuel 17:1-54, 1 Kings 18:17-40, Psalm 16:1-2, 5-11, Psalm 23:1, 6, Psalm 63:1-5, Isaiah 13:6-13, Isaiah 53:1-12, Isaiah 66:15-16, 22-24, Jeremiah 17:5-8, Ezekiel 36:22-26, Zechariah 4:6, Matthew 5:11-12, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 13:18-23, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 12:32, Luke 24:44-49, John 14:12, John 15:5-16, John 17:1-19, John 21:15-17, Acts 2:1-47, Acts 4:23-31, Acts 16:11-34, Acts 20:24, Romans 1:16-17, 1 Corinthians 1:17, 1 Corinthians 2:1-16, 1 Corinthians 3:9-14, 1 Corinthians 12:1-31, 2 Corinthians 1:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 (incorrectly cited as 2 Cor. 2 in audio), Galatians 1:10, Galatians 2:20, Ephesians 1:16-19, Ephesians 2:1-5, Ephesians 3:20, Ephesians 4:7, 11-16, Ephesians 6:18-20, Philippians 3:13-14, 20-21, 1 Thessalonians 4:7-8, 2 Timothy 1:7-8, 2 Timothy 2:3, Titus 2:11-14, Titus 3:3-7, James 4:6, James 5:16-18, 1 Peter 1:3-5, 1 Peter 1:13-16, 1 Peter 2:9-11, 1 Peter 5:5, 1 John 2:15-17, 1 John 3:9-10
While preaching to a large crowd of people, Jesus said, "You are the light of the world." What does Jesus mean by this monumental statement? To whom specifically is this statement applied? What are those as lights actually expected to do? In this episode we answer these questions in order to encourage the listener in his or her faithfulness to God and most vital service to a needy world. Scripture referenced: Isaiah 5:20, Matthew 4:18-22, 23-25, Matthew 5:14-16, Luke 10:2, Luke 24:46-49, John 1:1-13, John 3:19-21, John 8:12, John 8:31-36, John 12:46, John 14:12, John 15:5-8, 13, 16, Acts 1:4-8, Acts 17:24-27, Acts 26:12-18, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 6:23, Romans 10:12-17, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Galatians 2:20, Ephesians 2:1-6, Ephesians 4:7, 11-13, Colossians 1:13, Titus 2;11-14, 1 Peter 1:3, 14-19, 1 Peter 2:9-12, 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Peter 1:3-4, 1 John 5:19
One of the most beautiful stories recorded in the Bible is the story of King David's extreme grace to a crippled man named Mephibosheth. In this episode we review this heartwarming event and show how David's loving kindness to Mephibosheth is highly illustrative of Christ's loving kindness to sinners who receive His salvation. Scripture Referenced: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Samuel 17:1-54, 1 Samuel 18:1-16, 1 Samuel 20:13-17, 2 Samuel 4:4, 2 Samuel 9:1-13, Psalm 23:5-6, Ephesians 1:3-8, Ephesians 2:1-6, Titus 1:1-2, Hebrews 13:20, Revelation 19:9
A thorough description of the details, experience, and benefits of eternal life, including how the pinnacle privilege of eternal life and how a person receives the gift. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 16:11, Psalm 23:6, Luke 18:18, John 3:3-8, John 3:16, John 5:21, John 5:24, John 6:37-40, John 6:63, John 10:27-28, John 11:25-26, John 17:1-3, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:4-5, Titus 1:1-2, Titus 3:4-7, 1 John 5:11-13
A clear explanation, from Romans chapter 3, of the Gospel of God; the good news of God’s gracious gift of righteousness, salvation, and eternal life to mankind. Specifically covered are: What is the gospel? What does God offer in the gospel? Why does every person desperately need the gospel? How does a person receive the merits of the gospel? Scripture Referenced: Genesis 1:1, 26-27, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 3:1-20, Exodus 34:6-7, Psalm 14:1-3, Psalm 32:1, Psalm 36:1, Psalm 53:1-3, Isaiah 45:5, Isaiah 46:9, Isaiah 53:5-6, 10-11, Isaiah 59:6-8, Isaiah 61:10, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 3:9-26, Romans 5:1, Romans 5:12-19, Romans 6:23, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:1-5, Ephesians 2:8-9, Philippians 3:3-9, Titus 2:14
This episode highlights the eternal faithfulness of God who long ago promised to send the Christ and Savior into our needy world, and detailed in advance, through the prophets, the Messiah’s extraordinary identity, bloodline, and birth. And then, exactly as described, God delivered on His promise by giving His own Son, born in Bethlehem, Israel, 2021 years ago. Scripture Referenced: Genesis 3:15, Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 49:8-10 (incorrectly cited as Gen. 48:8-10 in audio), 1 Chronicles 17:11-15, Psalm 2:1-12, Psalm 16:8-11, Psalm 23:1-3, Psalm 27:1, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 53:5, 11, Isaiah 61:10, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Ezekiel 34:11-16, Micah 5:2-5, Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 20:28, Matthew 24:4, 11, 14, 23-25, Matthew 28:18-19, Luke 1:26-35, Luke 2:1-14, Luke 24:44-49, John 8:56-59, John 10:9-31, John 11:25-26, John 14:6-9, Acts 1:1-9, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 3:20-25, Romans 6:23, Titus 1:1-2, Hebrews 1:1-13, Hebrews 10:11-13, Hebrews 13:20, 1 Peter 1:20, Revelation 5:5
Jesus says, “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. For the gate is narrow and the way is hard that leads to life, and those who find it are few.” This episode deeply examines this most crucial statement, and the shocking details within, to encourage the listener in the truth of the gospel and protect him or her from the fatal lies of the devil, world, and false religion. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 118:19-24, Proverbs 3:5-6, Proverbs 14:12, Isaiah 53:5-6, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Matthew 4:17, 18-23, Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 6:19-24, 25-33, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 7:24-27, Matthew 8:18-22, Matthew 9:9-13, Matthew 10:37-39, Matthew 11:28-30, Matthew 13:22-23, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 20:28, Matthew 24:13, Matthew 24:45-51, Matthew 25:14-30, Luke 6:22-23, Luke 6:46, Luke 9:21-25, Luke 13:1-5 (incorrectly cited as Luke 13:33 in audio), Luke 14:25-33, Luke 18:18-30, Luke 18:29-30, John 3:3-10, John 10:9, John 10:27-28, John 12:24-26, John 14:6, John 14:12, John 15:18-21, John 16:33, John 18:36, Acts 4:11-12, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 2:28-29, Romans 3:20, 21-25, Romans 6:23, 1 Corinthians 1:18, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 2 Corinthians 13:5 (incorrectly cited as 1 Cor. 13:5 in audio), Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 2:8-9, Philippians 3:2-9, 1 Timothy 2:5, 2 Timothy 1:8-9, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 2 Timothy 3:12, Titus 2:11-14, Titus 3:4-6, Hebrews 7:22-25, Hebrews 10:14 (incorrectly cited as Hebrews 10:24 in audio), 18, Hebrews 12:1-4, Hebrews 12:14, Revelation 20:11-15
This episode expresses some of the many reasons why God deserves our utmost gratitude, thanksgiving, and praise- not only on Thanksgiving Day or once a week at church, but through every day of our lives. Scripture Referenced: Genesis 4:25-26, Psalm 7:17, Psalm 16:7-11, Psalm 34:1-4, 15, 18, 19, Psalm 63:3, Psalm 95:1-7, Psalm 103:1-2, 8-13, Psalm 136:1-9, Psalm 139:13-17, Psalm 147:1-11, Isaiah 6:3, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 6:25-34, John 14:6, 27, John 15:9-16, John 16:33, John 19:30, Romans 1:16-17, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Ephesians 1:3-9, Ephesians 2:4-5, Ephesians 3:7-12, 14-21, Philippians 1:3-6, Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 1:11-14, 24-29, Colossians 2:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, 1 Peter 1:3-8, Revelation 4:8
A concise definition of the word ‘holy’ including explanation on how the word applies to God and all those whom God calls to Himself. Scripture Referenced: Leviticus 11:44-45, Psalm 16:10, Psalm 22:3, Psalm 47:8, Psalm 77:13, Psalm 89:5, Psalm 99:9, Psalm 105:42, Isaiah 6:3, Isaiah 45:5, Jeremiah 23:9, Luke 1:70-75, Luke 4:34, Luke 9:26, John 6:69, John 17:11, Acts 2:27, Acts 3:14, Acts 4:27-30, Romans 1:2, 4, Romans 12:1-2, Ephesians 4:1, 2 Timothy 1:9, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 2:9-10, Titus 2:14, Revelation 4:8, Revelation 14:10, Revelation 15:4, Revelation 21:2, 10
This episode examines the brutal devastation of war that persistently plagues our world while answering three important questions; 1) Why does war occur in our world? 2) Where is God is as our world rages in war? 3) How should we, the people in this world, respond to all of this war? Scripture referenced: Psalm 2:11-12, Psalm 7:11-13, Psalm 46:1-10, Isaiah 45:5-7, Matthew 13:41-42, Matthew 24:1-13, John 8:30-36, John 10:10, John 14:1-6, 18-20, 27, John 15:9-19, John 16:2-4, 33, Romans 1:18-32, Romans 2:5-8, Romans 3:10-18, Romans 5:10 (incorrectly cited as Ephesians 5:10 in audio), 2 Corinthians 1:2-4, 8-10, 2 Corinthians 11:23-29, Ephesians 1:11, Ephesians 2:1-3, 4-10, Ephesians 6:10-20, Philippians 3:20-21, Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12, 1 Timothy 4:1, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Titus 3:3,4-7, Hebrews 10:32-36, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 John 3:8-18, 1 John 4:1-21, 1 John 5:11-15, 19, Revelation 12:12, 17, Revelation 19:1-21, Revelation 20:10-15, Revelation 21:1-8
The Bible states, "God works all things according to the counsel of His will" (Ephesians 1:11). This episode examines this verse and many others like it to magnify the infinite scope of God's sovereignty and reveal how the knowledge of God's sovereignty yields tremendous encouragement, comfort, and peace to those who trust in it. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1 - 2:24, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 4:1-16, Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 15:1-21, Exodus 3:1- 14:31, 2 Chronicles 36:22-23, Job 1:1 - 2:10, Job 38:4, Job 42:2, Psalm 11:4, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 50:21, Psalm 103:19, Psalm 115:3, Psalm 135:6, Psalm 147:4-5, Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 40:22-26, Isaiah 45:5-7, Isaiah 46:9-11, Isaiah 53:1-12, Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 1:5, Jeremiah 25:8-12, Matthew 8:23-27, Matthew 8:28-32, Matthew 9:1-8, Matthew 10:29, Matthew 11:25-27, Matthew 24:1-14, 27-31, Matthew 25:31-34, 41, 46, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 12:32, Luke 24:44-49, John 3:1-8, John 5:21, 28, John 6:35-40, 44-45, 63, 65, John 9:1-7, John 10:25-30, John 11:1-4, 38-44, John 15:16, John 17:1-5, Acts 2:22-23, Acts 4:23-28, Acts 9:1-16, Acts 13:48, Acts 17:24-31, Romans 5:1-5, Romans 8:28-30, Romans 9:8-18, Romans 11:33-36, 1 Corinthians 15:35-56, Ephesians 1:1-14, Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 3:20, Ephesians 4:7, 11-16, Philippians 1:29 (incorrectly cited as Phil. 1:23 in audio), Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:30-21, Colossians 1:15-17, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, 2 Timothy 1:9, Titus 1:1-2, Titus 2:11-14, Titus 3:3-7, Hebrews 1:1-3, 10-12, Hebrews 12:5-11, 1 Peter 1:3-7, 2 Peter 3:7, 10-13, James 1:2-4, Revelation 12:12, Revelation 17:17, Revelation 19:11-21, Revelation 20:10
Why should the Christian be an extremely encouraged person? Answer: many reasons. This episode highlights twelve foundational gospel truths to deeply encourage the Christian in the love, favor, identity, treasure, and hope that you richly posses in Christ. Scripture Referenced: 2 Samuel 9:1-13, Psalm 14:1, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 25:14, Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 45:5-7, Isaiah 46:8-11, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 10:29, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 6:23, Luke 10:20, Luke 12:32, John 5:21, John 6:37-45, John 8:31-36, John 10:14-27, John 14:12, John 14:27, John 15:9-16, John 17:1-3, 13, 23-24, John 19:30, Acts 22:14, Romans 5:1-3, Romans 8:28-39, Romans 9:11-13, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, 1 Corinthians 2:6-9, 2 Corinthians 1:3-9, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Ephesians 1:3-14, Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 3:7-20, Philippians 3:1, 7-15, 20-21, Philippians 4:4-7, Colossians 1:24, 26-27, Colossians 2:1-2, 2 Timothy 1:9, Hebrews 10:32-35, James 1:2-5, 12, 1 Peter 1:3-9, 1 John 3:1-2, 1 John 5:13
If faith in Jesus and his sacrificial death on the cross is mankind's only way to salvation, the question is; 'How were people saved who lived before Jesus?' This episode answers this question and provides clear biblical evidence on how Abraham, Sarah, Moses, Rahab, David, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and other Old Testament people were saved hundreds to thousands of years prior to the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Scripture referenced: Genesis 12:1-5, Genesis 15:6, Genesis 17:9-14, Genesis 22:18 (incorrectly cited as Genesis 21:18 in audio), Job 16:19, Job 19:25-27, Psalm 2:12, Psalm 16:8-11, Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 40:6, Psalm 51:16, Psalm 110:1, Isaiah 52:13-53:12, Isaiah 60:10, Isaiah 64:6, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 24:44-47, John 5:38-39, John 8:56-58, John 14:6, Acts 2:22-36, Acts 3:22-26, Acts 4:12, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 2:28-29, Romans 3:1-26, Romans 4:1-25, Romans 5:18-21, Romans 11:33, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:6-29, Philippians 3:1-21, 1 Timothy 2:5 (incorrectly cited as 2 Timothy 2:5 in audio), Hebrews 3:12-19, Hebrews 4:1-7, Hebrews 7:11-28, Hebrews 8:1-7, Hebrews 10:1-14, Hebrews 11:1, 13-17, 24-26
If God’s eternal judgment is coming upon our world, and the Lord Jesus Christ is mankind's only hope for salvation, the question is: Does there exist any secondary chance for forgiveness and eternal life for anyone who is never united to Christ in faith during their lifetime or dies with the guilt of some sin still on their record? This episode carefully answers this question and evaluates the most common doctrinal assertions that curiously claim the answer is yes. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1-3, Exodus 34:6-7, 1 Kings 18:17-30, Psalm 95:7-11, Isaiah 8:11-19, Isaiah 13:6-13, Isaiah 53:5, Jeremiah 7:18-20, 30-33, Jeremiah 19:4-5, Jeremiah 32:31-35, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 13:47-50, Matthew 24:4-14, 35-44, Matthew 25:31-34, 41, 46, Matthew 26:57-68, Matthew 27:20-23, Luke 1:15, Luke 16:19-31, Luke 23:43, John 3:3-10, John 5:28-29, John 8:24, John 10:7-9, 19-20, John 14:6, John 15:16, John 19:30, Acts 4:11-12, Acts 17:24-26, Acts 19:21-34, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 3:22-25, Romans 5:1-2, Romans 5:18, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, Ephesians 2:1-10, Philippians 1:21-23, Philippians 3:1-11, 20-21, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10, Hebrews 3:7-19, Hebrews 4:1-7, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 9:27, Hebrews 10:11-18, Hebrews 11:1, 2 Peter 3:7-12, Revelation 6:15-17. Other sources referenced: Catholic Apocrypha; 2 Maccabees 12:39-46, Catechism of the Catholic Church; Article 12; Section 3; 1030-1032, catholicculture.org, catholic.com, catholiccompany.com, newadvent.org, Wikipedia.org
A deep examination of God’s ultimate warning to mankind, namely, the inevitable judgment of God that is coming upon our world. Many are completely unaware of God’s coming judgment. Others ignore it, deny it, or push this truth aside in favor of more mind-soothing theories. In love, we strongly encourage you to carefully listen to this message as we biblically describe the shocking details of God’s impending judgment. Included are God’s explanations on 1) Why God’s judgment is coming, 2) How God judgment is coming, 3) When God’s judgment is coming, 4) Upon whom God’s judgment is coming, and 5) What God has graciously provided as man’s only rescue from this eternally devastating event. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:7, 15-16, Genesis 6:5-7:24, Exodus 34:6-7, Psalm 2:12, Psalm 7:11-13, Psalm 14:1, Psalm 50:21, Psalm 96:5, Ecclesiastes 1:12-14, Ecclesiastes 2:1-17, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Isaiah 13:6-13 (incorrectly cited as Isaiah 9 in audio), Isaiah 45:5, Isaiah 46:9, Isaiah 53:5, 10, Isaiah 66:15-16, Jeremiah 17:5, Daniel 12:2, Matthew 3:9-10, 16-17, Matthew 7:13-15, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 13:41-42, 47-50, Matthew 17:1-5, Matthew 24:3-14, 27-31, 36-44, Matthew 25:24-30, Matthew 25:31-46, Luke 3:7-9, Luke 13:1-5, Luke 18:18-30, John 5:21-29, John 10:10, John 14:6, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 1:18-32, Romans 5:12-19, Romans 6:23, Romans 9:6-8, 20, 27, Romans 11:33-36, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Ephesians 5:5-6, Philippians 2:12-13, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Hebrews 9:27, Hebrews 10:31 (incorrectly cited as Heb. 11:31 in audio), Hebrews 12:25-29, 2 Peter 3:1-12, Revelation 1:7, Revelation 6:14-17, Revelation 12:12, Revelation 16:15, Revelation 20:10 (incorrectly cited as Rev. 19:10 in audio), Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 22:20
What is 'Glorification'? What happens to a person at glorification? What is the significance of glorification? When will glorification occur? This episode answers these questions and provides biblical detail on what a person will experience, look like, and do when the climactic day of glory comes. Scripture referenced: Genesis 2:7, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 3:6-8, Exodus 33:17- 20, Daniel 12:1-3, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 17:1-8, Matthew 25:31-34, Luke 4:28-30, Luke 9:28-36, Luke 24:13-45, John 6:18-21, John 17:1-5, 24, 1 Corinthians 15:35-58, Philippians 3:20-21, Colossians 3:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Hebrews 12:25-29, 2 Peter 1:16-18, 1 John 3:2, Revelation 1:9-18
A concise definition of ‘Atonement’ including illustrative detail of what specifically happens in atonement, what God has done to accomplish atonement, and how a person receives atonement. Scripture referenced: Exodus 19:1-8, Exodus 20:1-21, Leviticus 16:1-34, Leviticus 17:11, Isaiah 53:5-11, Romans 3:21-25, Hebrews 9:1-28, Hebrews 10:1-18
A clear biblical description of what is a Christian, including detail on what makes a person a Christian, what specifically a Christian does and why a they actually do it. Scripture referenced: Ezekiel 36:22-27, Matthew 4:17, 18-22, Matthew 5:6, Matthew 5:11-12, Matthew 6:19-21, 24, 33, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 9:9-13, Matthew 10:37-39, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 28:19, Luke 5:33-35, Luke 6:22-23, Luke 6:46-49, Luke 9:23-26, Luke 14:26-33, John 3:3, John 8:32-36, John 12:24-26, John 13:38-39, John 14:1-6, John 15:5-8, 12-13, 16-17, John 17:6, 14, 24, Acts 2:41-47, Acts 11:26, Acts 20:24, Romans 5:10, Romans 6:17-18, Romans 8:1-8, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (incorrectly cited as 1 Cor. 16 in audio), 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, 17, Galatians 5:19-22, Ephesians 2:1-10, Philippians 1:6, 21, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:8-21, Colossians 3:1-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:6-7, 2 Timothy 1:9, Titus 2:11-14, Hebrews 1:8-12, Hebrews 11;8-10, 13-16, Hebrews 12:1-4, 26-29, James 4:4, 1 Peter 1:13, 1 Peter 2:24, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Peter 3:7-13, 1 John 2:14, Revelation 3:15-16
What is Pentecost? What spectacular event occurred on Pentecost? What is the infinite significance of Pentecost to you and me today? This episode answers these questions and provides a deep examination of the Jewish Festival of Harvest in 35 AD when Christ baptized his disciples with the Holy Spirit and overwhelmed them with new spiritual life, brand new hearts, steadfast faith, security for Heaven, gifts for ministry, and exceedingly abundant power. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1-2, 1 Chronicles 17:2, 11-15, Psalm 16:8-11, Psalm 51:11, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 36:22-27, Joel 2:28-31, Matthew 26:69-75, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 3:15-16, Luke 24:36-49, John 3:8, John 7:37-39, John 10:14-16, 27-28, John 14:1-9, John 14:12, John 14:23, John 15:5-8, John 16:7, 13-15, John 17:3, John 20:24-29, Acts 1:1-8, Acts 2:1-47, 2 Peter 1:21
A clear definition and explanation of Baptism; including critical detail on the power of baptism, what actually happens to a person when they are baptized, and why it is crucial to understand the truth about baptism. Scripture Referenced: Matthew 3:7-12, Matthew 28:18-19, Mark 10:38, Luke 3:7-9, 15-17, Luke 12:50, John 3:3-8, Acts 1:4-8, Acts 2:1-41, Acts 19:4, Romans 2:28-29, Romans 6:3-4, 1 Corinthians 1:17, Galatians 3:26-29, Ephesians 2:8-9, Philippians 3:3-9, Titus 3:3-7
What is truth? What is the actual meaning of truth? What are the most devastating counterfeit truths in our world today? This episode answers these questions and further explains the origin and intent of counterfeit truths, the reasons for mankind's vulnerability to false truths, and the paramount value of knowing the truth. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1-27, Genesis 2:5-17, Exodus 3:13-17, 1 Kings 18:17-40, Genesis 3:1-8, Job 38:4, Psalm 50:21, Psalm 14:1, Psalm 147:4-5, Ecclesiastes 1:1-18, 2:1-11, 12:13, Isaiah 45:5-7, Isaiah 46:9-11, Isaiah 48:13, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 7:13-14, 15-20, 21-23, Matthew 13:48-50, Luke 9:23-25, John 1:17, John 6:28-29, John 8:31-32, John 8:42-44, John 10:14-15, 27, John 14:6, John 15:13, 16, John 17:3, John 18:37-38, Acts 4:12, Romans 1:18-25, Romans 3:10-18, 20-24, Romans 9:11-18, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Philippians 3:8-10, Ephesians 1:3-14, Ephesians 2:1-3, 4-5, 8-10, Ephesians 3:12, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Titus 1:2 (incorrectly cited as Titus 1:9 in audio), Revelation 20:11-15
Why does the Bible refer to Jesus as “our Passover Lamb”? By examining the spectacular details of the first Passover God graciously gave to Israel in 1450 BC, this episode describes the many beautiful ways in which Christ Jesus is the ultimate and eternal Passover Lamb. Scripture referenced: Genesis 15:13-14, Exodus 12:1-51, Exodus 14:1-31, Isaiah 9:7 (incorrectly sited as Isaiah 6 in audio), Isaiah 53:5-11, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Matthew 11:19, Luke 9:22, John 1:14, John 1:29, John 6:35, 51-58, John 8:12, John 10:7, 9, 14, John 13:34, John 14:5-6, 13-15, John 19:32-33, 1 Corinthians 5:7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 21, 2 Thessalonians 1:10, 1 Peter 1:19, Titus 1:1-2
What is God’s primary purpose for His people? What is God's primary purpose for you? This episode carefully answers these two important questions biblically explaining how and why ‘gaining Christ’ is God’s principal purpose for His people. Scripture referenced: Psalm 2:12, Psalm 16:2, 4, 11, Psalm 23:1, Psalm 63:1-5, Isaiah 55:1-3, Jeremiah 4:22, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Matthew 10:37-39, Matthew 13:44, Luke 9:23-25, Luke 14:33, John 10:14-15, John 17:3, Romans 5:3-4, Romans 8:28-30, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Galatians 2:20, Ephesians 1:3, Ephesians 3:20, Philippians 1:21, 29, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians3:3-21, Colossians 1:15-20, Colossians 3:1-4, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14 (incorrectly cited as 2 Cor. 2 in audio), James 1:2-4
A deep examination of the infinitely impressive identity, power, work, position, supremacy, and rank of God the Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1-27, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 3:1-13, Psalm 19:1, Psalm 139:13-18, Psalm 147:4-5, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 53:1-11, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 28:18, Luke 1:30-35, John 1:1-4, 14, John 5:21, John 5:39-40, John 6:35, John 8:12, John 11:35, John 10:14-18, John 14:6, 9, John 19:30, John 17:1-5, Acts 17:28, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Ephesians 3:20-21, Philippians 2:5-11, Colossians 1:15-20, Colossians 2:9, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 1:1-4, 8-12, Hebrews 2:10-15, Hebrews 4:12-16, 2 Peter 1:21, Revelation 22:12-13
What is reconciliation with God? Why does every person need reconciliation with God? How does a person become reconciled to God? This episode answers these questions and details how God, in His loving grace, reconciles even the most unworthy of people to Himself. Scripture Referenced: Isaiah 53:5, Romans 3:10-19, Romans 5:1, 6-11, Romans 8:1-16, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Ephesians 2:1-5, Ephesians 2:13-22, Colossians 1:19-22
A clear and concise explanation of Redemption. Included is detail on why and from what every person needs redemption, as well as how how a person actually is redeemed. Scripture Referenced: Exodus 3:1-22, Exodus 6:1-13, Exodus 14:1-31, John 8:32-36, Romans 3:23-25, Romans 5:18-19, Romans 6:14-18, Romans 7:7-11, Romans 8:1-8, Ephesians 2:1-10, Philippians 3:3-9, Colossians 1:12-14, Colossians 2:23, Titus 2:14, Hebrews 2:14-15, 1 Peter 1:18
An often asked question when people realize the truth of God's sovereign grace is: "How do I know if I am chosen by God?" Or, as some will express, "How do I know for certain if God has given me His grace and I am truly saved?" Using various Bible passages that speak directly into this subject, this episode outlines the clear evidence shown when God's eternal grace has taken hold in a person's life. Scripture referenced: Psalm 5:7, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 7:21, John 3:3-10, John 12:23-25, John 13:35, John 15:8, 16, Romans 8:29-30, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, 17, Philippians 1:25, Philippians 3:20-21, Philippians 4:11-13, 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 1:13, 1 Peter 2:9-10, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Peter 3:18, 1 John 5:13
A careful review of the most common questions about God's grace in order further encourage the listener on why the doctrine of God's sovereign grace is all completely true. Some specific questions answered are: How can the doctrine of grace be true if so many people do not agree with it? Why evangelize if God decides who will saved and gives the grace for people to believe? Is there any grace for those who never hear the gospel? Why doesn't God give grace to everyone? How can the doctrine of predestination and John 3:16 both be true? How do I know if I am chosen by God? Scripture Referenced: Numbers 21:4-9, 1 Kings 17:1-16, 2 Kings 5:1-14, Isaiah 46:9-11, Matthew 11:25-26, Matthew 13:10-17, Matthew 24:14, Luke 1:15, 44, Luke 4:16-30, John 3:3, John 3:14-16, John 5:21, John 6:44-45, 60-70, John 10:27, John 12:37-40, Acts 13:48, Romans 5:12-19, Romans 8:28-30, Romans 9:8-24, Romans 10:12-17, Romans 11:33-36, Galatians 1:15, Ephesians 2:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, 1 Peter 1:1-2, 2 Peter 3:1-9
A detailed explanation of the mystery, cause, and purpose of the incarnation of God. Incarnation is a word not actually scripted in the Bible, but is commonly used to describe the most radical and significant event in all of Scripture; the conception and birth of God the Son into human flesh. Scripture Reference: Psalm 8:1-8, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 53:5-10, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 1:26-35, John 1:1-4, 14, John 6:38, John 8:58, John 10:11-16, John 14:9, John 17:5, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Philippians 2:6-8, Colossians 1:15-17, 19, Colossians 2:9, Hebrews 1:1-4, 10, Hebrews 2:5-15, 1 Peter 3:18, 22
A thorough examination of the deepest and most profound layer of God’s grace; the Eternal Covenant. Before time began, God the Father and God the Son promised and secured every detail of the gracious plan of eternal life. Explained also is the often-shocking truth of what motivated God to give His eternal grace to anyone at all. Scripture Referenced: Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 11:25-28, Matthew 20:28, Luke 10:20, Luke 15:1-10, John 3:3-10, John 5:21, John 6:35-40, 44, 63, 65, John 10:14-16, 24-30, John 15:9, 13, 16, John 17:1-2, 6, 9, 23-24, Acts 2:23, Acts 4:27-28, Acts 9:1-19, Acts 13:48, Acts 16:14, Romans 1:6-7, 16-17, Romans 8:29-30, 38-39, Romans 9:8-16, Romans 11:33, Galatians 1:15, Ephesians 1:4-10, 11-12, 13-14, Ephesians 3:4-6, 18-19, Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 3:8-9, Philippians 4:3, Colossians 1:15-20, Colossians 2:3, Colossians 3:4, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, 2 Timothy 1:9, 2 Timothy 2:19, Titus 1:1-2, Hebrews 12:23, 1 Peter 1:12, 19-20, 1 John 2:19, Revelation 20:12-15, Revelation 21:26-27
What is 'Justification,' and how is a person actually justified? This episode answers these questions, and furthermore explains why justification makes a person righteous according to God. Suggested Scripture: Genesis 15:6, Job 15:14, Isaiah 53:11, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Luke 18:9-14, Romans 3:10-12, 20-28, Romans 4:1-6, Romans 5:1, 14-19, Romans 8:1-4, 30, 33, 1 Corinthians 6:11, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 2:16, Galatians 3:6-11, Titus 3:7, Hebrews 10:11-14, James 2:10
Bible Big Words is a new episode series that provides concise definitions of important biblical words to encourage the listener in the truth of God. In this first episode, we explain the meaning and significance of “sanctification,” including detail on how a person actually gets sanctified.
What are Election and Predestination? What do these controversial words actually mean? What role do they play in a person’s eternal life? This episode very carefully answers these important questions, clearly explaining how God, in His sovereign grace, foreknew, elected, chose, and predestined all who receive His salvation. Scripture referenced: Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 15:1-16, Exodus 11:1-10, Exodus 12:1-27, 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Psalm 3:8, Psalm 50:21, Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 1:5, Matthew 24:22, 24, 31, John 5:21, John 15:16, Acts 2:22-23, Acts 4:27-28, Acts 13:48, Romans 8:28-30, 33, Romans 9:11-21, Romans 11:33, Galatians 1:15, Ephesians 1:4-6, Ephesians 2:4-5, Colossians 3:12, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, 2 Timothy 1:9, Titus 1:1-2, 1 Peter 1:1-2
A thorough review of the most common objections to the doctrine of God's grace with clear Scriptural refutations against each objection. Included is careful analysis of several Bible verses to further prove that eternal life, and every step required for an individual to have it, is 100% a gift of God's sovereign grace. Scripture Referenced: Genesis 12:3, Psalm 50:21, Isaiah 55:8-9, Jeremiah 1:5, Ezekiel 36:26-27, Matthew 4:19, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 11:25-28, Matthew 13:10-11, John 3:3-8, John 6:35, 40, 44-45, 63, John 10:27-30, John 11:43-44, John 12:39-40, Romans 9:8-18, John 8:12, 34, John 14:12, Acts 2:31, Acts 9:1-16, Acts 16:30-31, Romans 8:29-30, Romans 10:9-13, Romans 11:33-36, Galatians 1:15, Galatians 3:8, Ephesians 1:4, Ephesians 2:1-5, Philippians 3:12, 1 Timothy 2:1-4, 2 Timothy 1:8-9, Titus 2:11-14, 1 Peter 1:1-2, 2 Peter 3:3:1-10, 1 John 4:10, Revelation 7:9
A clear explanation of the tremendous benefits experienced when a person understands the grace of God. Specifically covered are the beautiful psychological, emotional, and behavioral byproducts that flow from a believer in Christ when he or she comprehends the full scope of God’s sovereign grace. Scripture referenced: Psalm 16:8-11, Psalm 23:6, Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 46:8-11, Matthew 6:25-33, Luke 5:1-11, Luke 12:32, John 3:1-10, John 6:37-45, 63, 65-70, John 10:27-30, Acts 2:1-41, Acts 20:18-27, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 1:1-14, Ephesians 2:1-5, 8-9, Titus 2:11-14
What is the role of God’s grace in a person’s salvation? More specifically, what is the role of God’s grace in a person’s spiritual rebirth, repentance from sin, faith in Christ, and receipt of eternal life? This episode answers these important questions providing clear biblical detail into the actual responsibility and influence of God’s grace through the salvational process. Scripture referenced: Genesis 3:15, Psalm 2:12, Psalm 16:8-11, Psalm 51:5, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 36:22-27, Matthew 7:21, John 3:1-10, John 6:41-45, 60-66, John 10:27-28, John 11:38-44, Acts 1:4-5, Acts 2:1-4, 22-39, Acts 7:54-8:3, Acts 9:1-22, Acts 11:1-18, Acts 16:11-15, Romans 3:10-18, Romans 5:10, Romans 6:23, Romans 8:1-8, Romans 9:14-16, 18, Ephesians 2:1-5, 8-9, Philippians 1:29, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:12, 1 Peter 1:32 Timothy 2:24-25, Titus 3:3-7
The first episode in a four part series on the Grace of God. In this podcast we answer the extremely important question: what is the grace of God? Provided is a thorough definition of grace as well as biblical detail on the beautiful and profound characteristics of the grace of God. Scripture Referenced: Genesis 4:1, Psalm 23:6, Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 46:10-11, Jeremiah 1:5, John 5:21, John 6:35-40, John 10:14-16, 26-30, John 11:38-44, John 17:2-3, Acts 2:30-31, Acts 9:1-22, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 8:28-30, Romans 9:15-16, Galatians 3:8, Ephesians 2:1-5, 8-9, Titus 1:2, Titus 3:3-7, 1 Peter 1:20, 2 Peter 3:18
This episode defines God's grace and carefully describes how its comprehensive power impacts a person throughout their life. Specifically answered are: 1) What is grace and how does it work? 2) What role does grace play in a person's salvation and walk with God? 3) What are the emotional byproducts of grace within a person and throughout their life? Scripture referenced: Psalm 16:8-11, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 4:19, Matthew 6:26-34, Luke 5:1-11, Luke 15:1-10, John 5:27, John 10:26-30, John 17:2, John 21:15-17, Acts 20:24-27, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 6:23, Romans 9:15-16, 2 Corinthians 8:9, 2 Corinthians 11:23-29, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Ephesians 2:1-5, 8-9, Ephesians 4:7, 11-13, Philippians 2:12-13, Titus 2:11-12, Titus 3:4-6, 1 Timothy 6:6-8, James 1:2-4, James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5, 12, 2 Peter 1:3-4, 2 Peter 5:18
Can a believer in Christ ever lose or forfeit his or her salvation? In other words, is it possible for a person who once trusted in Christ to later deny, walk away from, or sabotage their relationship with Christ and lose their eternal life? Or, is it impossible for a believer in Christ to ever lose his or her salvation? Using God's Word as the authority, this episode carefully answers these important questions in the hope of encouraging the listener in the knowledge of God and truth of the Gospel. Scripture Referenced: Jeremiah 1:5, Matthew 13:44, Luke 10:27, John 6:35-40, John 10:14-30, Romans 8:29-30, 31-39, Ephesians 1:5-6, 13-14, Ephesians 2:4-9, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 2:12-13, Colossians 1:12-14, Hebrews 7:25, 1 Peter 1:3-5, 2 Peter 1:10, 1 John 2:19, 1 John 5:10-13
What is the greatest hope for the believer in Christ? According to the Bible, it is the Day of the Lord when believers in Christ receive our glorified bodies. Using biblical evidence, this episode carefully describes the glorification process, including when and why our glorification occurs. Emphasized are the encouraging details of what our glorified bodies will actually be like when this climactic day of splendor comes. Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:7, Daniel 12:1-3, Matthew 17:1-13, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 24:27-31, Luke 9:28-36, John 7:37-39, John 17:5, 24, John 21:4-14, Romans 8:30, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 1 Corinthians 15:35-53, Philippians 3:20-21, Colossians 3:4, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10, 2 Thessalonians 2:13-14, 1 John 3:2, 1 Peter 1:12-13, Revelation 1:7, 12-17
A careful explanation of how Christ Jesus sets people free from the enslaving power of sin. On July 4, 1776, Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, declaring the people of the United States free from the controlling power of Great Britain and its tyrannical king. 1,744 years prior, Jesus spoke the 'Declaration of Freedom' (John 8:31-36), declaring his followers free from the controlling power of sin, death, Satan, and condemnation. This episode examines Jesus' Declaration of Freedom and explains how and why sin enslaves all people, how Jesus actually sets sinners free, who specifically receives such freedom, and the beautiful benefits of the freedom in Christ. Scripture referenced: Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 28:18-20, John 8:31-36, Romans 5:10, Romans 8:1, 7-8, Ephesians 2:1-3, Titus 2:11-14, Titus 3:3
A clear and comprehensive explanation of what actually happens to a person the moment after they die. Answered are: What specifically is experienced after a person dies? Where does a person go when they die? How long will they be there? What will happen at the very end? Emphasized are the radically different outcomes for the person who is right with God prior to death contrasted to the the person who dies while still guilty of sin. Included are some of the faulty concepts, philosophies, and theories that permeate our world and destroy the lives of many, as well as an urgent plea to the listener to embrace God's truth and receive God's hope and escape the dread that awaits the unforgiven. Scripture referenced: Daniel 12:1-3, Matthew 25:31-34, 41, 46, Luke 16:19-31, Luke 23:42-43, Acts 4:12, Acts 7:59-60, Philippians 1:20-25, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15, 1 Peter 3:19, Hebrews 9:27, Revelation 6:9-11, Revelation 20:11-15,
A detailed explanation of the monumental significance of Christ’s ascension into Heaven. Emphasized are the primary blessings of Jesus’ ascension to encourage the believer in his or her position, power, security, and future glory in Christ. Scripture Referenced: Psalm 2:6-12, Isaiah 9:6-7, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 36:22-27, Matthew 28:18, Luke 1:32-33, Luke 9:28-32, Luke 12:32, Luke 24:46-49, John 3:3-8, John 7:37-39, John 14:2-3, John 14:12, John 16:7,13, John 17:1-5, 24, John 18:33-36, Acts 1:1-11, Acts 2:1-41, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 20, Ephesians 1:13-14, Ephesians 2:5-6, Philippians 2:6-11, Philippians 3:20-21, Colossians 1:15-17, 27, Colossians 3:4, Hebrews 1:2, Hebrews 8:6-13, 1 Peter 3:22
Why did Jesus Christ rise from the dead? How did Jesus Christ rise from the dead? What is the significance of Christ’s resurrection from the dead? What are the benefits of Christ’s resurrection from the dead? We carefully answer these important questions and provide further detail on what actually happened to Jesus the moment he died and during his burial in the grave and through his resurrection to life and exit from the tomb. Scripture referenced: Psalm 16:8-11, Isaiah 53:5-11, Matthew 23:33, Matthew 27:62-66, Matthew 28:1-15, Luke 9:22, Luke 16:19-31, Luke 23:39-46, John 10:14-18, John 11:35, John 19:30, Acts 2:24-31, Romans 1:4, Romans 6:5-11, 23, 1 Corinthians 15:14-20, 55-58, Philippians 1:23, 1 Peter 1:3, Revelation 20:10-15
The crucifixion of Christ Jesus is the most brutal, undeserved, horrific, influential, wicked, and loving act in the history of mankind. The question for many is; who is responsible for killing Jesus? And, why was this responsible party so motivated to put Jesus to death? This episode carefully answers these significant questions to yield the listener a richer understanding of truth and deeper gratitude towards God or, a genuine embrace of Christ. Scripture referenced: Psalm 22:1, Isaiah 53:4-10, Matthew 20:28, Matthew 26:49, 53, Matthew 27:46, Luke 9:22, Luke 18:31-33, Luke 22:22, Luke 23:35, John 3:16, John 6:38, John 10:14-18, John 14:6, John 15:13, John 19:10-11, 30, Acts 2:23, Acts 4:27-28, Romans 3:22-26, Romans 6:23, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 1:3-11, Philippians 2:5-8, Titus 1:2, Revelation 13:8
Detailed explanation of everything Christ Jesus has accomplished to make a person completely righteous with God. Specifically covered is; a) what is required for a person to be righteous with God, b) what Jesus has done, including what actually happened to Jesus as he hung on the cross, that satisfies the requirements of a person's righteousness with God, and c) how a person receives the accomplishments of Christ in order to become completely righteous with God. Some Scripture referenced: Exodus 34:6-7, Leviticus 16:15-22, Job 25:4, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 53:5-11, Isaiah 61:10, Jeremiah 23:5-6, John 1:1-2, 14, John 19:30, Romans 3:10-20, 21-25, Romans 5:1, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 9:27, Hebrews 10:11-18, 1 Peter 3:18
A helpful explanation of how wisdom responds to the Theory of Evolution. Included is a) why the majority of humanity believes in Evolution, b) confessions by leading evolutionists on what presses them to teach the theory that they admit is scientifically invalid, c) what is wisdom, and why wisdom rejects Evolution, and d) the extreme benefits of turning from evolution to God and embracing God's truth. Some sources referenced: ‘Creation & Evolution' (2014), by Jay Seegert (CECwisc.com); 'Billions and Billions of Demons,' by Dr. Richard Lewontin, New York Review of Books (1997); Revolution Against Evolution (https://www.rae.org/essay-links/quotes/); 'Thoughts on Evolution: From Scientists to Intellectuals,' bySean Pittman, https://www.detectingdesign.com/quotesfromscientists.html. Some Scripture Referenced: Genesis 1:1, 26-27, Psalm 19:1, Proverbs 1:9, Proverbs 2:2-6, Romans 1:18-22, 1 Corinthians 3:19, Colossians 2:8, Hebrews 11:1-3, James 1:5, 2 Peter 3:17-18
A careful review of the top ten problems with the Theory of Evolution. Included are scientific, biological, and geological evidences that confirm the theory's extreme lack of credibility. This episode is not intended to offend or disrespect anyone personally, but rather to encourage the listener and strengthen his or her trust in the true origin of life, the supernatural power of God. Some sources referenced: 'On the Origin of Species' (1859), by Charles Darwin; ‘Creation & Evolution' (2014), by Jay Seegert (CECwisc.com); Answers in Genesis (answersingenesis.org); 'Creation, Original Sin, Separation, Redemption' (2020), by Russ Miller (creationministries.org); Daniel Biddle (genesisapologetics.com); wikipedia.org
A detailed description of the naturalistic Theory of Evolution in order to strengthen the listener's belief and confidence in the actual source of life, the creation power of God. Included is a chronological step by step account of the theory's assertion on how biological life began on our planet to how this initial life form randomly evolved into every living organism, plant, insect, animal, and human being in our world today.
As our series moves towards a thorough explanation of the true origin of the universe and biological life, we now explore the fascinating features and functionality of the splendid human body. Specifically discussed are some of the elaborate details of cells, DNA, the brain and nervous system, heart and cardiovascular system, eyeball, respiratory system, digestive system, and spectacular reproductive process.
Part two in our series on the origin of the Universe. Featured is a descriptive summary of the Big Bang Theory plus a thorough evaluation of Big Bang's credibility using scientific data, the laws of physics, natural evidences within our universe, and the Bible. Some sources referenced: Answers in Genesis (answersingenesis.org); ‘Taking Back Astronomy,’ by Jason Lisle; Creation, Evolution, and Science Ministries (creationministries.org); ‘Creation & Evolution,’ by Jay Seegert; wikipedia.org; nasa.gov; Genesis 1:1, Psalm 147:4, Isaiah 40:26-28, Romans 1:18-22, Colossians 2:8
A clear explanation of the true meaning of Christmas. Emphasized is the magnitude of the very first Christmas Day in order to encourage the listener in the identity, power, peace, joy, and security of the One given on that day; the Son of God, the Lord Jesus Christ. Some Scripture referenced: Genesis 12:3, 1 Chronicles 17:11-15, Psalm 16:11, Isaiah 9:2-7, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 1:18-23, Luke 1:26-35, Luke 4:16-21, John 1:14, John 6:44-48, John 8:12, John 8:31-32, John 14:6-11, Romans 5:1, Philippians 2:5-8
This episode is the beginning of a thorough investigation into the origin, cause, and start of our universe and the biological life within it. Throughout this series we will consider what science, philosophy, mathematics, the laws of physics, and the Bible say about this intriguing subject. In this first episode we focus on the magnificent size and beautiful symmetry of our marvelous universe. Some specific details covered: The sizes of atoms, planets, stars, and galaxies, the speed of light, the earth’s orbit, rotation, atmosphere, and magnetic field, the violent power of our sun, the perfect pull of our moon, and the perpetual water cycle that nourishes our earth. Some Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 19:1, Psalm 147:4, Isaiah 45:12, Isaiah 48:13
Who or what is the Trinity of God? Is the Father God? Is the Son God? Is the Holy Spirit God? Are they all three God? If so, how can the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit actually be God, even at the same time, if God is only one God? In this episode we answer these questions and provide clear evidence on who truly is God. Some Scripture Referenced: Genesis 1:1-2, Genesis 1:26, Deuteronomy 33:27, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 89:26, Psalm 103:17, Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 40:28, Isaiah 46:9-11, Ezekiel 34:11-16, Ezekiel 36:27, Micah 5:2, Malachi 2:10, Matthew 1:23, Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 1:30-35, Luke 12:32, John 1:1-3, 14-18, John 3:3-8, John 3:25, John 4:34, John 5:21, John 6:37-40, 63, John 8:56-58, John 10:14-30, John 14:6, John 14:9, John 14:23, John 16:7-15, John 17:1-5, John 20:28, Acts 2:32-41, Romans 1:7, Romans 11:33, Galatians 3:26, Galatians 4:6, Ephesians 1:3-5, Ephesians 1:14, Ephesians 2:18, Philippians 2:5-8, Colossians 1:15-20, Colossians 2:9, 2 Timothy 1:9, Titus 1:2, Titus 3:4-7, Hebrews 1:1-12, Hebrews 9:14, Revelation 1:6, Revelation 21:6, Revelation 22:12-13
What should we do when we sin against another person? More specifically, what should we do to bring healing to a person that we have hurt by our sin? In this episode we provide a practical and biblical process that will not only bring genuine healing to those hurt by our sin, it will also restore relationships, further build trust, and bring significant honor to God. Some Scripture Referenced: Luke 19:1-10, John 13:34-35, Ephesians 4:1-3, Philippians 2:1-4, Colossians 3:12-15, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:18
What happens to the believer in Christ when he or she sins? What happens to the believer's relationship with God when he or she sins? This episode answers these questions and provides a clear presentation on the purpose, power, and benefits of repentance in the believer’s life and maturity in Christ. Some Scripture referenced: Psalm 51:1-17, Isaiah 53:5-10, Luke 3:8-9, John 10:27-28, Romans 2:4-7, Romans 5:1, Romans 6:17-18, 1 Corinthians 6:7-11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Corinthians 7:10, Galatians 5:19-21, Ephesians 3:12, Ephesians 5:30, Philippians 2:11-12, 1 Timothy 2:5, Titus 2:11-14, Hebrews 10:11-18, Hebrews 10:26-27, Hebrews 12:1-11, 1 Peter 2:11, 1 Peter 3:18, 1 John 1:9, 1 John 2:1
A detailed description of the true repentance that leads to salvation. Covered in this episode are: the particulars of true repentance, the vitality of true repentance, why so many fail to engage in true repentance, and the eternal blessings secured when a sinner truly repents and turns to God. Some Scripture referenced: Psalm 7:12-13, Psalm 32:1-5, Ezekiel 18:30, Matthew 3:2, Matthew 3:7-8, 10-12, Matthew 4:17, Mark 1:14-15, Mark 6:12, Luke 3:7, 1-14, Luke 5:32, Luke 13:1-5, Luke 24:46-47, Acts 2:37-38, Acts 3:19, Acts 11:18, Acts 17:30-31, Acts 20:21, Acts 26:18, Romans 1:24, Romans 2:4, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, 2 Corinthians 7:10, Galatians 5:19-21
A careful review of the most common excuses that keep people from coming to Christ for spiritual healing. Included is a biblical dismantling of each of these excuses to prove to the unbeliever that the urgency and time to come to Christ Jesus is absolutely right now. Some Scripture referenced: Psalm 103:8-13, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 11:28, Matthew 13:44, Luke 5:31-32, Luke 9:23-25, Luke 14:25-33, Luke 23:39-43, John 5:1-9, John 8:31-36, John 14:6, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 8:8, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Ephesians 1:3, Philippians 3:3-9, Titus 2:11-14
A suggested reading plan to help you receive the maximum understanding, power, and benefit from God's Word. Included are two reading plans, depending on your level of Bible knowledge, that will definitely yield you greater spiritual maturity, more confidence in God, a deeper understanding of the gospel, and enhanced discernment of God's will for your life.
Helpful detail on the Bible's origin, credibility, and authority as well as practical encouragements to help you most effectively read the Bible in order to gain it's maximum power and benefit. Included are some of the most common mistakes made as people approach and read God's Word. Some Scripture included: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 50:21, Isaiah 55:8-11, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Peter 1:21, Revelation 22:21
A thorough analysis of the most powerful activity a person can do to spiritually mature in their walk with God. Included are the rich benefits of earnestly engaging in this activity, as well as the unfortunate consequences of this activity's neglect. Some Scripture referenced: Psalm 63:1, Psalm 119:105, Isaiah 55:1-3, 10-11, Jeremiah 20:9, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 13:11, John 17:17, Romans 8:28-29, 1 Corinthians 2:6-16, Ephesians 1:16-19, Colossians 1:9-11, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 2:12-13, 2 Timothy 3:16, Titus 2:11-12, Hebrews 4:12, Hebrews 12:1-4, 2 Peter 1:21, 2 Peter 3:16-18
Third and final message of our series on the Devil. In this episode we thoroughly detail mankind's only defense against Satan and his evil strategies, with specific emphasis on the protection and power God provides the true believer in Christ. Some Scripture referenced in this episode: Joshua 10:12-14, Job 1, Isaiah 55:11, Matthew 5:6, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 13:22, John 8:31-32, John 16:33, John 18:37-38, Romans 1:16, Romans 1:18, Romans 5:1-4, Romans 10:14-17, 2 Corinthians 4:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Ephesians 3:20, Ephesians 6:10-20, Colossians 3:1-4, 1 Timothy 6:9-10, 2 Timothy 4:3-34, James 4:7, James 5:16-18, 1 Peter 4:12, 1 Peter 5:8-10, 1 John 4:4, Revelation 20:7-16
Part 2 of our three part series on the Devil. A clear description of the predominant strategies employed by Satan to inflict maximum misery, pain, regret, and destruction upon mankind; now, and into eternity. Some Scripture referenced: Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 7:15, 21-23, Luke 8:1-2, 30, Luke 9:25, Luke 22:31-32, John 8:44-45, John 10:10, John 14:30, John 16:33, 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, Ephesians 2:1-3, Ephesians 6:10-12, 16, James 1:14, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 John 5:19, Revelation 12:9-17
Part I of the three part series on the Devil. In this episode we discuss the origin, identity, character, and mission of the Devil to inform the listener of his or her urgent need to be securely protected against the wicked schemes of Satan. Some Scripture referenced: Genesis 3:1-7, Isaiah 14:12-14, Ezekiel 28:12-17, Matthew 2:13-21, Luke 4:1-13, 16-30, John 8:42-44, John 10:10, John 12:31, Acts 26:17-18, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Ephesians 6:10-12, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 John 5:19, Revelation 12:7-17
A detailed account of Spiritual Gifts, and how God empowers every believer in Christ with unique spiritual abilities to serve His mission on earth. Highlighted in this episode is: what are spiritual gifts, what is the purpose of spiritual to gifts, and how to identify your spiritual gifts. Some Scripture referenced: Matthew 28:18-19, John 12:26, John 14:12, John 15:5,16, John 18:36, Acts 17:26-27, Romans 12:4-8, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Galatians 5:22, Ephesians 4:7-16, Hebrews 12:26-28
What is God's ultimate mission? In this episode we clearly answer this question, and explain further how the new creation in Christ successfully participates in this mission to yield the highest glory to God. Some Scripture referenced: Psalm 2:12, Psalm 19:1, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 36:16-27, Matthew 4:19, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 10:37, Matthew 13:44, Luke 6:46, John 3:35, John 5:23, John 12:24-26, John 13:35, John 14:12, John 15:5-16, Acts 20:24, Romans 1:25, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:14-21, Philippians 3:7-10, 20, Colossians 1:15-20, Colossians 3:1-4, Titus 2:14, 1 Peter 2:4, 9, 24, 2 Peter 1:3-4
A thorough explanation of what it means be a new creation in Christ. As the Bible states, "If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation" (2 Cor. 5:17). In this episode we not only describe what a new creation actually is and does, but we also expose some of the faulty interpretations that preclude people from enjoying this vital gospel truth. Some passages referenced: John 5:24, John 15:5-16, Romans 3:10-30, Romans 6:16-17, Romans 7:7-25, Ephesians 2:1-10, Colossians 1:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 4:10, Titus 2:11-14, Hebrews 12:1-4, 14, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 2:9-12, 2 Peter 1:3-10
The Bible states, "If anyone is in Christ he is a new creation" (2 Corinthians 5:17). We will unpack this mysterious and yet monumental truth of God over the next few episodes, beginning with what it means to be 'in Christ.' In this podcast, we discuss the meaning, necessity, and benefits of being in Christ, as well as how a person actually becomes in Christ. Some Scripture referenced: John 15:5-6, Galatians 3:26-27, Ephesians 2:19-22, Ephesians 4:15-16, Ephesians 5:30-32, Titus 3:4-6.
In a world full of pain, suffering, death, and evil, the question for many is; "Where is God?" If God is completely sovereign, loving, and full of grace, why is there so much pain in our world? This episode answers these questions and further explains how a loving God actually uses suffering for good in our lives. Some Scripture referenced; Job 2:10, Psalm 139:13-16, Psalm 147:5, John 16:33, Acts 17:25-26, Romans 5:3-5, Romans 8:28-29, Ephesians 1:11, James 1:2-3, 12, 1 Peter 4:12-13, 1 Peter 5:6-8, Revelation 20:10, Revelation 21:3-4
If true faith is the way to righteousness with God, how does a person actually obtain true faith? Is true faith a choice from our own free will? Is true faith the result of diligent study? Is true faith a gift from God? Or, is it all a mystery? This episode not only clarifies how a person obtains true faith, it shares some of the significant benefits of firmly knowing the source. Some passages referenced: Isaiah 40:28-29, Isaiah 46:9-11, Isaiah 55:8-9, Ezekiel 36:26-27, John 1:12, John 3:3, John 6:44, 63, 65, Acts 11:18, Romans 9:15-16, Romans 11:33-36, Ephesians 2:1-5, 8, Philippians 1:29, Philippians 2:12-13, Titus 3:3-6
A clear explanation of true faith; the faith that yields God's righteousness, forgiveness, and eternal life to the believer. Discussed is a) What is true faith, b) What does true faith do, c) What is not true faith, and d) How does one obtain true faith. Some Bible passages referenced: Jeremiah 23:6, Matthew 7:21, John 6:29, John 10:14-15, 27-28, Acts 16:31, Romans 1:16-17, Romans 3:22-25, Romans 5:1, Ephesians 2:8-9, Philippians 3:9, Titus 2:14, Hebrews 11:1, James 2:14-26, 1 John 5:11-13
Clear account of the good news (gospel) of God's forgiveness, salvation, and eternal life to mankind. Specifically discussed is: 1) what exactly is the gospel of God, 2) why does mankind desperately need the gospel of God, 3) what has God done to accomplish the gospel, and 4) what must a person actually do to receive the gospel of God. Also discussed are some of the false teachings and philosophies that hinder many people from receiving God's good news of eternal life.