Terry Fox explores the Bible to reveal the Christian message so you will know you have peace with God in Jesus Christ by the grace of God. Christianity is the amazing story of a holy God pursuing His sinful people to rescue them from sin, death, the devil, and His wrath. To do this God came to earth as a man, Jesus Christ, lived a perfect life and died the death we deserve. Furthermore, the Holy Spirit makes you alive with Christ and unites you to Him by working faith in you. Now all that belongs to Jesus Christ belongs to you. His righteousness is credited to you. His death is your death. His resurrection is your resurrection. You are secure in Jesus Christ because you are saved by grace. Now you have peace with God in Jesus Christ. You will see this more clearly as we study the Bible, review historic Christian confessions, and examine Reformed theology to build a solid foundation. Terry’s simple style makes it easy to understand. This will help soften your heart, and your love and devotion to God will flourish. Hit subscribe and grow in God’s grace and the knowledge of Jesus Christ.
The First Catechism, a children's catechism, is a great tool for parents to teach their children the Christian Faith. I have been reviewing the children's catechism over the last several episodes. In this episode, I discuss prayer, including the Lord's Prayer.
Bible References: (Proverbs 21:1; Isaiah 14:24; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Matthew 7:7-11; Matthew 16:18; Acts 2:23; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 7; Hebrews 4:16)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 7
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I continue my review of The First Catechism (a children's catechism), a question-and-answer education tool. It covers key Christian doctrines. In this review of the First Catechism, I dig deeper into many of the questions to help parents better understand the doctrines of the Christian faith so they are better prepared to teach these doctrines to their children. In this episode, I discuss the heart of the Ten Commandments.
Bible References: (Exodus 20:1-17; Exodus 32; Leviticus 10:1-2; Deuteronomy 13:12-15; Matthew 5:21-22; John 4:24; Romans 13:1-2; 1 Peter 2:18; 1 John 3:15)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 49, 50, 51, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, and 69
Westminster Larger Catechism, Questions 104, 105, and 106
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I launched this review of The First Catechism (a children's catechism) to help parents educate their children concerning the basic principles of Christianity. The First Catechism is a great tool because it's a simple question-and-answer education tool that addresses key Christian doctrines. In this review of the First Catechism, I dig deeper into many of the questions to help parents better understand the doctrines of the Christian faith. This in turn will better prepare them to teach these doctrines to their children. In this episode, I discuss salvation, faith and repentance, the work of the Holy Spirit, and the three offices of Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:7; Genesis 3:15; Luke 24:27; John 5:39, 46; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 8:7; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 2:4-5; Ephesians 4:28)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 24, 25, and 31
Herman Hoeksema, Reformed Dogmatics, 1:524-525
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The First Catechism is a children's catechism and is a great tool to help parents educate their children concerning the basic principles of Christianity. My intent for reviewing of this catechism is to dig deeper into the teachings of Christianity in order to better prepare parents to accomplish their task of teaching their children. In this episode, I discuss the Covenant of Grace, justification, and sanctification.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:1-6;, 15; Deuteronomy 21:22-23; John 6:37; 10:25-27; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Galatians 3:13; Hebrews 4:15; 1 Peter 2:22)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 16, 27, 33, and 35
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I continue my review of the First Catechism (Children's Catechism). This is a tool to prepare parents of young children to study basic Christian doctrine and lead their children through the First Catechism. In this episode, I discuss the fall of mankind and the hope of regeneration (being born again) by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2:7, 16-17; Genesis 3:1-6; John 3:1-8; John 8:44; Romans 3:10-12; Romans 5:12-14; Romans 8:7; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 4:15; Revelation 12:9; Revelation 20:2)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 16
Herman Hoeksema, Reformed Dogmatics, V 1, Pg. 358
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Understanding what the Bible teaches (Christian doctrine) is important as a foundation for your life as a Christian. with this in mind, I wanted to go through the First Catechism to help parents of young children develop a solid understanding of the Christian doctrine to give their children a firm foundation for their lives as believers. In this episode, I discuss what is the Bible, where it came from, and why we should believe it and obey it. I also explore the creation of Adam and Eve and God's covenant with Adam.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2:7, 16-17; Genesis 3:15; Ezekiel 37; John 14:15; Romans 5:12; 1 Corinthians 15;1 Timothy 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:19-21; Revelation 6:9; Revelation 20:4)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 10, 12
Westminster Confession of Faith 7.2.
Herman Hoeksema, Reformed Dogmatics, V 1, Pg. 459
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Understanding what the Bible teaches (Christian doctrine) is important as a foundation for your life as a Christian. In this episode, I begin a series on the First Catechism, which is a children's catechism. I wanted to go through this to help parents of young children to develop a solid understanding of the Christian doctrine so they can give their children a solid foundation for their lives as believers.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 3; Job 1:12; Job 2:6; Isaiah 44:14-17; Mark 1:9-11; Matthew 3:13-17; Matthew 22:34-40; John 8:44; Acts 1:9; Romans 8:28; 1 John 1:1-2)
First Catechism
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 1, 4
Apostles' Creed
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Churches often implement innovative programs to attract newcomers, hoping to increase their numbers. However, are these programs really necessary for the growth of the church? The answer is no. Jesus doesn't need any man to build His church. In this episode, I discuss how Jesus builds His church.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Exodus 17:1-7: Isaiah 53:2; Daniel 7:13-14; Matthew 16:13-20; 18:18; 28:18-20; John 6:37; 10:27; Acts 7:56; Romans 10:14-17; 1 Corinthians 10:4; Ephesians 2:20; Titus 3:5; 1 Peter 1:1-2; 2:5)
Belgic Confession, Article 29
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In this episode, I conclude my survey of Genesis by looking at chapters 43 - 50. We will see God continuing to move His plan forward to defeat Satan. God preserved the line of Christ in order to keep His promise in Genesis 3:15.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 43; Genesis 44; Genesis 45; Genesis 46; Genesis 47; Genesis 48; Genesis 49; Genesis 50; Matthew 1:1-17; John 3:16; John 4:34)
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In this episode, I continue my survey of Genesis by looking at chapters 40 to 42. We will see a major shift in Joseph's life. By the sovereignty of God, Joseph's dream regarding his brothers will come true.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 40; Genesis 41; Genesis 42)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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In this episode, I continue my survey of Genesis by looking at chapters 36 to 39. In this part of God's unfolding plan, we see the arrival of Joseph, the favorite son of Jacob. Up to this point, Joseph has had a troubled life, but this isn't the end of the story.
Bible References: (Genesis 36; Genesis 37; Genesis 38; Genesis 39; Genesis 50:20; 2 Kings 21; Matthew 1; John 5:28-29)
Calvin's Commentary on Genesis
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I was with my mom when she died, and I saw first hand that death sucks. It's horrible watching a loved one die. But death is common to all of us because we will all die. However, this isn't the end of the story. There is coming a day when Jesus will come and call believers from their graves. We will live with Him forever in bodies that cannot sin, suffer, or die. In this episode, I discuss why we will rise from the dead.
Bible References: (Matthew 1:20; John 5:28-29; John 11; Acts 1:9; Romans 5:12; Romans 6:23; 1 Corinthians 15:23, 54-57; Hebrews 9:27)
Apostles Creed
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 1
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 14 and 16
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In this episode, I review Genesis 32 - 35 where we will see God moving His plan forward in bringing the Lord Jesus Christ to defeat Satan, just as He promised in Genesis 3:15.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 32; Genesis 33; Genesis 34; Genesis 35)
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In this episode, I review Genesis 28 - 31 where we will see God moving His plan forward in bringing the Lord Jesus Christ to defeat Satan, just as He promised in Genesis 3:15.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 28; Genesis 29; Genesis 30; Genesis 31)
Science Proves the Story of Jacob's Spotted and Speckles Sheep!
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In this episode, I review Genesis 23 - 27 where we will see God moving His plan forward in bringing the Lord Jesus Christ to defeat Satan, just as He promised.
Bible References: (Genesis 23; Genesis 24; Genesis 25; Genesis 26; Genesis 27)
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In this episode, I review Genesis 20 - 22 where we will see God moving His plan forward and pointing to the Lord Jesus Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 20; Genesis 21; Genesis 22)
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In this episode, I review Genesis 18 and 19.
Bible References: (Genesis 18; Genesis 19)
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In this episode, I review Genesis 17. After many years had gone by, God reiterates His promise to Abram and institutes the covenant sign of circumcision. In this review, we will see a connection between circumcision in the Old Testament and baptism in the New Testament. We will also see the significance of these sacraments for Old Testament and New Testament believers.
Bible References: (Genesis 17; Genesis 17:1 - 2 (KJV); Genesis 17:1 - 2 (NASB); Exodus 20:1-17; Romans 4)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 94
The Churchy Fruits Learn About Courage
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Genesis 15 establishes a very important principle: justification by faith. It shows that God made a promise to Abram, and he believed God. God then counted his faith as righteousness. Yet we see in Genesis 16 that Abram's faith was actually weak. Fortunately, Abram's weak faith was sufficient faith. God is a covenant-making God, and His covenant is unilateral. It's not based on our merit or obedience. It's based on His grace and promise alone. Furthermore, not only did God establish His covenant with Abram, He assumed the penalty for any violation of it. In this episode, I review Genesis 15 and 16 where we will take a closer look at God's promise and covenant and Abram's weak faith.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:6; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 11:30; Genesis 15; Genesis 16; Genesis 25; Exodus 20:1-17; Romans 4:1-5; Romans 5:1-2; Romans 7; Ephesians 2:4-6; Ephesians 2:8-9; Ephesians 2:13)
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The stage has been set for Abraham, the father of the Jews. God graciously called him out of his land to a land that God will give him. But this story isn't really about Abraham. God continues to move His plan to defeat Satan forward. Through Abraham's line, the promised offspring of Genesis 3:15 will come. And in chapter 14, God gives us a glimpse of Jesus Christ (the promised offspring of Genesis 3:15) in the priest-king, Melchizedek. In this episode, I review Genesis 12-14. We will see God's plan to defeat Satan continue to unfold as He promises to make Abraham a great nation.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 12, Genesis 13; Genesis 14; Psalm 110:4; John 19; 1 Corinthians 5:7; Hebrews 7:17)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 23, 24, 25, 26
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God flooded the earth with water, but He saved Noah and his family and two of each kind of animal. Did this cure the sin problem? Unfortunately, it did not. However, God made a covenant with Noah, his family, and all living things that He would never again destroy all living things with the flood of water. He didn't establish this covenant with Noah because he was sinless. Noah wasn't sinless. God made a covenant based on His grace alone. To confirm His promise, He set up a sign of His covenant: the rainbow. But who was this sign for? It appears God instituted this sign so that He would remember His covenant. In this episode, I review Genesis 9-11 and look deeper at God’s covenant with Noah, his family, and all living things. We will also see how sin continues to affect the world.
Bible References: (Genesis 1:28; Genesis 3:5; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 8:17; Genesis 9; Genesis 10; Genesis 11; Matthew 1:1-16; Romans 9:6-8; Ephesians 2:8-9)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 92, 94, 96
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Adam's sin affected the entire human race. The result of this was wickedness. Due to the corruption of man's sin, God acted according to His justice and flooded the earth with the flood of water. However, God rescued Noah and his family in an ark. But why did He rescue Noah? The answer may not be what you think. Furthermore, there's more to this story than a man surviving a flood. In this episode, I discuss Genesis 6-8 and show you how the Noah event points us to Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 6; Genesis 7; Genesis 8)
Studies in the Book of Genesis, Robert C. Harbach, pg 164
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Why do we live in a sinful world? Adam sinned against a holy God by eating the forbidden fruit. Did that affect Adam alone? No, he represented all of us in the Garden of Eden. Cain shows that sin affects all of mankind when he killed his brother. In this episode, I continue my survey of Genesis by reviewing chapters 4 and 5.
Bible References: (Genesis 1:28; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 4; Genesis 5; Exodus 12; Leviticus 1; Leviticus 2; Romans 5:12; 1 Corinthians 5:7; Colossians 1:15; Colossians 1:18; Revelation 1:5)
Studies in the Book of Genesis, Robert C. Harbach
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Do you ever wonder why you sin? Do you ever wonder why life is so hard? God told us why in the book of Genesis. In Genesis 3, we see the fall of mankind and God's promise to redeem His creation. In this episode, I continue my survey of Genesis by reviewing chapter 3.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 3; John 8:44; Romans 5:12; Romans 5:14; 1 Corinthians 15:22; 1 Corinthians 15:45; Revelation 12:9; Revelation 20:2)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 16, 17, 18, 19, 20.
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The Old Testament is not always easy to understand. There are several reasons for this. First, it was written over two thousand years ago. The original audience was a different culture than ours. Also, the Old Testament was written in a different language. This creates challenges when translating. Furthermore, our approach to reading the Bible affects our understanding it. With this in mind, we often miss things that God told us throughout the Old Testament. In this episode, I begin a survey on the book of Genesis by looking at Genesis 1 and 2.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 3:15; Exodus 20:8-11; Leviticus 1; Matthew 19:1-9; John 5:46; Ephesians 5:22-33; Hebrews 4:1-10)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 10.
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Some people wonder how people were saved in the Old Testament prior to the coming of Christ. People were justified by believing God. There are many examples of this in the Old Testament. We even see the same thing in the New Testament. In this episode, I define faith and review several acts of simple faith.
Bible References: (Hebrews 11:6)
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Some people say there are many ways to heaven. But is this true? Jesus says it's not true. In fact, He says He is THE WAY. That means there's only one way to heaven. But did you know there is only one way to hell as well? In this episode, I discuss the only way to hell and the only way to the Father.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 3; Genesis 4; Exodus 3; John 1:1; John 1:14; John 6:40; John 8:53-59; John 14:6; John 20:28; Acts 1:9; Romans 5:12; Romans 6:23; 1 Corinthians 15:56-57; Ephesians 2:8-9)
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 6 - 7
Westminster Shorter Catechism Questions 12 - 13, 15 - 16, 29 - 31
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The Bible speaks of fruit on several occasions. You have fruit in keeping with repentance and the fruit of the Spirit. Both are works of the Holy Spirit. But are they the same thing? In this episode, I talk about the fruit of repentance and the fruit of the Spirit and where the two overlap.
Bible References: (Matthew 3:8; Matthew 22:37-40; Mark 1:15; Luke 3:8; Acts 3:19; Acts 8:22; Acts 20:21; Acts 26:20; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 13:8-10; Romans 13:13; 1 Corinthians 6:10; Galatians 5:16-23; Ephesians 4:28; Philippians 2:13; 1 Timothy 5:23)
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We all have regret, things we wish we had done differently. Many people have broken marriages, troubled children, financial problems, or many other things. But truthfully, all of us have failed. However, God is gracious and sovereign. He is able to use our failure for our good. Not only that, our failures cannot thwart the plan of God. In fact, our failures are part of His plan. In this episode, I talk about why we fail in this life and point you to Christ who succeeded on our behalf.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:6; Exodus 2:11-15; Numbers 20:1-13; 1 Samuel 2:12; 1 Samuel 2:23; 1 Samuel 2:35; 2 Samuel 11; 1 Samuel 13:8-15; 1 Samuel 16:1-13; 1 Samuel 17; 2 Samuel 12:1-23; Psalm 51; Matthew 17:1-13; Mark 9:2-13; Luke 9:28-36; Romans 8:28)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 14 - 20, 25
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As a new Christian, I was afraid to tell people about Jesus because I could never get people to make a decision for Jesus. What I failed to understand is that I had no power over a person making a decision for Jesus. The Holy Spirit is the one who changes the heart of a man. When I finally realized this, I was able to share the gospel more readily. In this episode, I talk about sharing the gospel and help you see that it's not as hard as you may think.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; Genesis 3:15; Romans 1:16; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 8:7)
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Many people enter marriage for the wrong reasons. In America, a person typically enters a marriage with the person he or she is in love with. However, they base their marriages on emotion and don't understand the real significance of marriage. What if God had a completely different purpose for marriage? In this episode, I discuss the real purpose of marriage.
Bible References: (Genesis 1:28; Genesis 2:18; Genesis 2:24; Genesis 3:9; Genesis 3:16; Psalm 118:6-7; Matthew 19:1-9; Matthew 20:28; John 13:1-20; Romans 6:3-5; 1 Corinthians 11:8-9; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7; Ephesians 5:22-33; Hebrews 13:6)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Some people suffer from spiritual dementia. They don't realize who they are in Christ. The audience to whom Peter wrote in his first epistle experienced suffering. To encourage his readers, Peter reminded them of their identity in Christ. In this episode, I discuss your identity in Christ. This is important because understanding who you are in Christ provides comfort.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; Genesis 3:24; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; Romans 5:12; Romans 5:20; Ephesians 2:4-7; Colossians 1:13; 1 Peter 1:1-5; 1 Peter 2:4-10; 1 Peter 5:12)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 16
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Adam was our representative in the Garden of Eden. So when he sinned, we sinned. Therefore, in him we are guilty of violating the holy law of God. However, we can't simply blame him for our situation because we sin against God many, many times a day, and we do so willingly. Due to our guilt, we deserve God's condemnation. What is our hope? That God will not hold our violation of His holy law (sin) against us. Fortunately, God graciously forgives the sins of His people because Jesus Christ is our representative. He lived in perfect obedience to God, and His perfect life is ours. And because of His crucifixion, our sins are forgiven. In this episode, I review several New Testament verses on forgiveness.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 9:4; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Matthew 6:9-15; Matthew 9:1-7; Matthew 12:21-32; Matthew 12:34; Matthew 18:21-35; Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 2:1-12; Mark 3:22-30; Luke 5:18-26; Luke 7:36-50; Luke 11:1-4; Luke 12:10; Luke 17:1-4; Luke 23:26-43; Luke 24:44-49; John 5:28-29; Acts 2:38; Acts 10:43; Romans 4:7; Romans 5:1; Romans 6:1-4; Romans 7:7-25; 1 Corinthians 6:20; 1 Corinthians 7:23; Ephesians 1:7; Ephesians 2:4-9; Colossians 1:14; Colossians 2:13; Colossians 3:13; Philippians 2:13; Hebrews 9:22; Hebrews 10:18; 1 Peter 1:18-20; 1 John 1:9; 1 John 2:12)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Christian meditation is a biblical practice. Just look at Psalm 1. However, Christian meditation isn't the same thing as eastern meditation. It's not mindfulness or removing conscious thoughts. It's not focusing on your breathing or calming yourself. In Christian meditation, you think constantly about the word of God. This could be a particular passage or theological concept. It could be thinking about what God has done for you in Christ or about His promises to you. In this episode, I review 11+ biblical passages for you to meditate on.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Matthew 11:28; John 5:28-29; John 10:28-29; Romans 1:16; Romans 5:1-2; Romans 8:1; Romans 8:33-34; Ephesians 2:1-10; 1 Peter 2:9-10)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Do you ever feel inadequate as a parent? Do you find parenting difficult? There's a reason for this. The game is set against us from the beginning. The good news is God has not left you alone. The Holy Spirit works through you to shape your children into the people He wants them to be. However, is it possible that parenting is more about shaping you than your children? In this episode, I discuss parenting from several angles.
Bible References: (Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 6:6-7; Psalm 51:5; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 3:23; Romans 8:28; Ephesians 6:1; Ephesians 6:4; Hebrews 12:5-7)
Faith Comes by Hearing
Apostles Creed
First Catechism or Children's Catechism
Belgic Confession
Heidelberg Catechism
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We live in a fallen world, and our hearts are inclined to this sinful world. The Christian life is a constant battle against sins. In Romans 12:2 Paul urges us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. In this episode, I give you 9 ways to renew your mind.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Numbers 1; Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 1:1-2; Psalm 23; Matthew 6:9-10; John 3:14; Romans 12:1-2)
Apostles Creed
Belgic Confession, Article 20
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 1
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 33 and 92
Amazing Grace
Psalm 23
In Christ Alone
Reckless Love
Almost Home
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The Christian life is a marathon, not a sprint. Every day over the course of your life, you're bombarded with temptation, and you fight against sin. Fortunately, God has poured out His grace on us. Paul tells us how to respond to God's marvelous grace. In this episode, I discuss Romans 12:1-2 and help you see how to respond to the grace of God.
Bible References: (Isaiah 29:13; Romans 1; Romans 3:20; Romans 3:21-31; Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 2:6; Ephesians 2:8-9)
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We've all had those moments when we felt like our world was falling apart. The death of a loved one, serious financial crisis, broken marriage, you name it. There's a reason why our worlds fall apart, but there are things you can do to find encouragement and hope. In this episode, I share some tips on what to do when your world falls apart.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 50:20; Psalm 51; Matthew 11:28; John 5:28-29; Acts 2:23; Romans 5:12; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:7; Romans 8:28; Colossians 3:1-2; Revelation 12:9; Revelation 20:2)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 11
Almost Home by MercyMe
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Some elevate David as an example for us to follow. However, he is no more of an example of a godly man than you and me. He acted wickedly and committed heinous sins. Yet David loved God and poured out his heart to Him, confessing his sin and pleading to God for mercy. We see his confession of sin in Psalm 51. In this episode, I review David's confession of sin. This gives us a good pattern to follow when we confess our sins to God.
Bible References: (Exodus 20:1-17; 2 Samuel 11; 2 Samuel 12:1-7; Psalm 51; Isaiah 29:13; Matthew 1:1-17; Matthew 11:28; Romans 1:16; Romans 7:7-25; 1 Corinthians 6:11)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Did you you know that not every church is a true church? Did you know there's a way to distinguish between a true church and a false church? Every true church has several distinguishing features. This is important for us to know because it helps us identify false churches and serves as a standard for choosing a church. In this episode, I discuss the three marks of the church. This will help you identify false churches and choose a true church.
Bible References: (Matthew 1:23; Matthew 18:15-17; Matthew 28:20; Acts 2:38; Acts 22:16; Romans 6:1-5; Romans 10:14 (NASB); 1 Corinthians 5:1-5; Colossians 2:12; Hebrews 12:6; Hebrews 12:10)
Westminster Confession of Faith, Chapter 25
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Has God promised blessing and prosperity in this life? How to you determine what is true and what is false concerning God? Many people are led astray by false teachings. They are influenced by prominent leaders in some Christian circles. In this episode, I discuss sola scriptura and show you why it's important.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:17-19; John 3:18; John 5:28-29; John 10; John 14:6; John 11:43-44; Romans 1:16; Romans 10:14; Romans 10:14 (NASB); 1 Corinthians 2:6-14; 2 Corinthians 1:6; Galatians 1:6-9; Philippians 1:29; Colossians 3:2; 2 Timothy 2:3; 2 Timothy 3:16; 1 Peter 2:20-21)
The Suicide of American Christianity by Michael D. LeMay
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The Protestant Reformation is a major event in the history of the church. As the Catholic church shifted from its biblical roots, the reformers worked diligently to return the church to its biblical foundation. Key teachings of the reformation are found in the five solas. In this episode, I discuss the five solas and help you see how these are relevant to you.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; John 1; John 14:6; John 20:28; Ephesians 2:8-9; Ephesians 5:23; 2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 11:1; 2 Peter 1:19-21)
The Gospel Coalition Article: "The Five Solas"
Westminster Confession of Faith, Chapter 3, Paragraph 7
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One thing that sets Christianity apart from other religions is how people get to heaven. Many people believe they have to earn their way to heaven. Furthermore, they actually believe they can. However, all of us are guilty of violating God's holy law. Therefore, how can anyone earn their way to heaven when they are guilty. In this episode, I discuss how we are fallen in Adam and saved in Christ. With this in mind, we are fallen by representation and saved by representation.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 4; Romans 5:12; Romans 6:1-5; Ephesians 1:3; Ephesians 2:6; Ephesians 2:10; Ephesians 2:13; Ephesians 3:11)
Heidelberg Catechism, Questions 6 and 7
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 12, 13, 15, 16, 17, 33
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Jesus shocked His audience when He told a simple parable about a Pharisee and a tax collector. Imagine what they would have thought when they found out a despicable man was justified by God and their hero was not. Like Jesus' audience many people today don't really understand how a person is justified. In this episode, I discuss the parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector. Join me and be encouraged by the grace God freely pours out on sinners.
Bible References: (Habakkuk 2:4; Matthew 5:20; Luke 18:9-14; Romans 1:17)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 33
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It seems some churches have limited the Holy Spirit to spiritual gifts. However, Peter tells us that the Holy Spirit is far more involved in God's work of salvation and sanctification than simply giving spiritual gifts. He is a key agent in the work of salvation and sanctification. In this episode, we will look at who the Holy Spirit is and what He does. This will help you get a better understanding of the Holy Spirit.
Bible References: (Genesis 1:2; 1 Samuel 11:6; 2 Chronicles 15:1; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Matthew 28:19; Mark 1:9-11; Acts 5:3-4; Romans 8; 1 Corinthians 2:14; 1 Corinthians 14; 2 Corinthians 1:22; 2 Corinthians 5:5; Ephesians 1:13-14; Ephesians 2:8; Philippians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrew 2:4; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Peter 1:19-21)
I misspoke. I said Acts 5:4-5. It should be Acts 5:3-4.
Apostles' Creed
Nicene Creed
Belgic Confession, Article 8
Westminster Confession, Chapter 2, Paragraph 3
Westminster Shorter Catechism Questions 5, 6, 29, 30, 31
Lutheran Satire: TYLPTL: Learning that Creeds Are Bad (Episode 10)
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Many people have a distorted view of God. Some people think He is like Santa Claus, someone who loves to hand out goodies to make people happy. Others see God as a harsh task-master, someone who loves to boss you around and take away all your fun. In this episode, I review Exodus 34:6-7 to get a clearer picture of who God is. This will help you better understand the gospel of Jesus Christ and soften your heart toward God.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Exodus 34:6-7; Luke 24:13-27; John 3:19-20; Acts 2:23; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:10)
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Perhaps you have a hard time seeing how the Old Testament and the New Testament connect. However, the Old Testament and the New Testament are the same story, yet each covers parts of the story. The Old Testament is the unfolding story of God bringing His savior to defeat Satan and keep His promise. The New Testament is the story of the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ, to fulfill God's redemptive plan. In this episode, I cover the Bible story in the New Testament. Join me as we see the story of our savior coming to fulfill the promise of God and secure victory.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Isaiah 53:2; Matthew 16:18; Matthew 16:20; Mark 4:35-41; Luke 2:49; Luke 8:40-56; John 1:1; John 1:14; John 2; John 5:28-29; John 6:37; John 10:16; John 11; John 17:20; John 20:30-31; Acts 1:8; Acts 2; Acts 9; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Ephesians 2:1-10; Revelation 1:1; Revelation 9:17; Revelation 13)
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Do you ever get lost reading the Old Testament? Do you avoid reading the Old Testament because it feels like history that affects you in no meaningful way? Perhaps one reason this happens is that you don't know the Bible story. Man sinned against God, and He initiated a plan of redemption. The Old Testament is the story of God bringing His redemptive plan to fruition. In this episode, I cover the Bible story from 1 Samuel to Esther. Join me and see God's grace to sinful people and His faithfulness in bringing our Savior to rescue us.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 12:2; Genesis 15:5; 1 Samuel 3; 1 Samuel 7; 1 Samuel 8; 1 Samuel 10; 1 Samuel 11; 1 Samuel 13:9; 1 Samuel 13:14; 1 Samuel 15; 1 Samuel 16; 1 Samuel 17; 2 Samuel 1; 2 Samuel 7; 2 Samuel 11; 1 Kings 2; 1 Kings 3:3; 1 Kings 6; 1 Kings 11; 2 Kings 22; 2 Kings 23:1-30; 2 Chronicles 34; 2 Chronicles 35; Psalm 51; Matthew 1:1-17; Luke 3:23-38; John 4; Acts 14:1; Romans 4:16-25; Romans 9:6-8; Hebrews 4:9)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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The Bible can be difficult to understand. There may be several reasons for this. One reason may be that you don't fully understand the whole story of the Bible. If you don't know the whole story, it's difficult to see where stories fit in the redemptive story of God. In this episode, I review the Bible story found in Joshua, Judges, and Ruth. Join me and see God's covenant faithfulness in spite of the people's wickedness.
Bible References: (Genesis 19:5; Genesis 19:30-38; Leviticus 19:9-10; Leviticus 23:22; Deuteronomy 18:1-8; Joshua 1; Joshua 2; Joshua 6:2; Joshua 6:20-21; Joshua 13:14; Judges 2:11; Judges 2:16-17; Judges 2:20-21; Judges 3:8; Judges 3:13; Judges 16:28; Judges 16:30; Judges 19:22; Judges 21:25; Matthew 1:5; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Hebrews 11:31)
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The Bible can be difficult to understand. There may be several reasons for this. One reason may be that you don't fully understand the whole story of the Bible. If you don't know the whole story, it's difficult to see where stories fit in the redemptive story of God. In this episode, I discuss the flow of the story during the time covered in Exodus to Deuteronomy.
Bible References: (Genesis 15:13-16; Exodus 1; Exodus 2; Exodus 3; Exodus 9:12; Exodus 9:13-21; Exodus 10:1; Exodus 10:20; Exodus 10:27; Exodus 11:10; Exodus 14:8; Exodus 20:1-17; Exodus 32; Leviticus 10:1-3; Numbers 13; Numbers 14; Numbers 20:2-13; Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:18-25; John 1:14; John 4:24; 1 Corinthians 5:7)
Note: when I said God told us about Jesus several hundred years, I should have said several thousand years ago.
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The Bible can be difficult to understand. There may be several reasons for this. One reason may be that you don't fully understand the whole story of the Bible. If you don't know the whole story, it's difficult to see where stories fit in the redemptive story of God. In this episode, I begin a series to tell the story of the Bible. This episode reviews the book of Genesis.
Bible References: (Genesis 1:31; Genesis 2:1-3; Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 6:5; Genesis 8:21; Genesis 9:14-15; Genesis 12:1-3; Genesis 15:1-6; Genesis 17; Genesis 22:1-19; Genesis 49:10; Genesis 50:19-21; Psalm 51:5; Malachi 1:2-3; Romans 4:1-11; Romans 5:12; Romans 9:12-13; John 5:39; John 5:46)
Note: I said the Bible was written over two thousand years ago. Though the Old Testament books were written over two thousand years ago, the New Testament books were written about two thousand years ago, not over two thousand years ago.
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Watch what happens around the world, and you get the feeling that we're involved in a cosmic battle between God and Satan. Often times it seems the devil makes progress against God. However, appearances can be misleading. Things may not be as they seem. In this episode, I explore the cosmic battle between God and Satan and reveal who will win this battle, or who has already won.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 3; Job 1; Job 2:1-7; Isaiah 25:8; Hosea 13:14; 1 Corinthians 15:54-57; Ephesians 5:25-33; Colossians 3:2)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Do you believe in miracles? Many people don't. However, the Bible has recorded many miracles. Moreover, though the Bible describes many miracles, we don't see miracles happen today. But that doesn't mean they don't happen. In fact, there's a miracle that happens every day. We just can't see it with our own eyes. In this episode, I discuss this miracle that happens every day.
Bible References: (Genesis 3; Exodus 14; 2 Kings 6:1-7; John 3:19; Acts 7; Acts 8:1; Acts 8:3; Acts 9:1-6; Romans 1:18; Romans 8:7; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Ephesians 2:1-10)
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God gave Abraham a strange command. In Genesis 17 God made a covenant with Abraham and commanded him and his male offspring to be circumcised. Why would God command Abraham to do this? Circumcision seems to cruel. However, God would never command anyone to do something that doesn't have a purpose or meaning. In this episode, I discuss why God implemented the covenant sign of circumcision by reviewing Romans 4:1-12.
Bible References: (Genesis 15:1-6; Psalm 32:1-2; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 3:20-22; Romans 4:1-12; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10; Ephesians 2:8-9)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 33
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 32
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Our tendency is to think we have to obey God in order to be righteous. However, this is impossible. We sinned in Adam and are guilty of violating the holy law of God. Therefore, we are unrighteous. So what hope do we have? In this episode, I help you see the only way to be declared righteous before our holy God. Receive His righteousness as a gift, which we receive by faith alone.
Bible References: (Psalm 7:17; Psalm 97:12; Psalm 106:1; Psalm 140:13; Genesis 15:1-6; Habakkuk 2:4; Romans 1:16-17; Romans 1:29-31; Roman 3:9-31; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 2:8-9)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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There are many views on how to be saved. Some believe you have to do good things in order earn salvation. Others believe you have to receive Jesus as Lord and Savior. However, there's really only one way to be saved, and that is by union with Christ, which occurs through faith. When one comes to faith in Christ, God has united that person to Christ. Did you know there is a way to verify your union with God? In this episode, I share with you proof that God has united you to Christ.
Bible References: (John 5:28-29; John 11:25; John 11:38-44; John 15; Romans 5:20; Romans 6:1-14; Romans 7:7-25; Galatians 2:20; Galatians 5:19-21; Ephesians 4:20-24)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 35
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Has anyone ever asked you, "Have you been born again?" or "Are you a born again Christian?" "Born again" is a term widely used in Christian circles. But what does it mean to be born again? In this episode, I discuss what this means by looking at Jesus' interaction with Nicodemus. By the way, another name for "being born again" is regeneration.
Bible References: (Ezekiel 36:26-27; Numbers 21:4-8; John 1:12-13; John 3:1-21; Romans 1:18-25; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 8:7)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Death is inescapable. First, all of us have felt the pain of losing loved ones. Second, we all have an appointment with death. But death isn't the end of the story. It's just the next step in God's redemptive story. In this episode, I record the messages I gave at my dad's graveside service and his celebration of life service. I did this so my family has a copy of the services, since it wasn't recorded at the time, and to encourage my family and you.
Bible References: (Romans 8:1)
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 1
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Who is Jesus Christ? Was He a wise man who died at the hands of an angry mob? Was He guru who misled a group of gullible men? Or was He much more significant than we can ever imagine? Jesus Christ is the Savior of God's people. Through Him God saves His people. But who really is Jesus Christ? In this episode, I take a look at who Jesus Christ is and help you see that your faith in Jesus is not in vain.
Bible References: (Genesis 1:1; Genesis 2:7; John 1:1-18; John 6; John 8; John 14; John 20:28; John 30:21-21; Romans 1:18; Romans 1:25; Romans 8:7; Romans 8:34; Ephesians 2:1-10; 1 John 1:1)
I refer to verses 19-20. I meant to say John 3:19-20.
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 27
Westminster Larger Catechism, Question 39
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Imagine you were old and had no children. Then God promises you a son, but waits many years before delivering on His promise. Then God tells you to offer your son as a burnt offering. What would go through your mind? How would you respond? This is the story we see in Genesis 22:1-19. In this episode, I show the real reason why God called Abraham to offer his son as a burnt offering.
Bible References: (Genesis 11:30; Genesis 12; Genesis 15; Genesis 21; Genesis 22:1-19; Galatians 3:8; Galatians 3:16; Hebrews 11:17-19)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Some people don't believe Jesus rose from the dead. Others believe He rose spiritually from the dead but not physically. However, substantial evidence validates the resurrection of Christ. Therefore, believing that the resurrection happened is not far-fetched. In this episode, I review John 20:1-29 and show you why the resurrection of Christ is significant.
Bible References: (Psalm 16:10; Isaiah 25:8; Hosea 13:14; Matthew 16:18; John 5:28-29; John 20:1-29; Romans 8:34; 1 Corinthians 15:6; 1 Corinthians 15:54-55; 1 John 2:1)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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We all love a good meal. However, what happens hours after we eat a hearty meal. We get hungry again. What if we could eat a meal in which we never hunger. There is such food. However, this food isn't physical. It's a person. In this episode, I discuss Jesus as the bread of life, the bread that came from heaven to save God's people.
Bible References: (Exodus 16; Numbers 11; Deuteronomy 8; Ezekiel 36:26-27; John 1:1-2; John 1:14; John 6; Ephesians 2:1-10; 1 Peter 1:3)
I missquoted the NASB translation of John 6:28. The meaning is the same.
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Do you ever wonder what will happen when Christ returns? It will be an amazing event that we cannot imagine, literally! He will call us from the graves, and we will rise from the dead. In order to do this, God will recompose our bodies and breathe life into us. But notice how we will come from our graves. Jesus calls us. We will respond to the voice of Jesus. Ezekiel 37 gives us a clear picture of His power and what He's going to do in the future. In this episode, I review Ezekiel 37 and show you the power of God's voice and the resurrection to come.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Ezekiel 37; John 5:28-29; John 10; Romans 10:14-15; Romans 10:14 (NASB); Romans 10:17; Philippians 2:13)
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We see several accounts in the New Testament where Jesus performed miracles. He healed the sick. He made paralytics walk. He gave sight to the blind. He even raised the dead. We tend to think He did this because He's compassionate. But is this the main reason Jesus did these things? In this episode, I discuss why Jesus performed miracles. You may be surprised by what we find.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; Matt 9:1-8; John 6; John 9:1-7; John 11:1-44; Romans 6:1-5;)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Do you ever feel isolated from God? Do you ever wonder if God has expelled you from His kingdom? Because of Adam's sin, we were at odds with God. Yet God showed us great kindness and brought us into His family. He did this by His great grace and mercy. In this episode, I explore 1 Peter 2:10 and show you a marvelous transition and blessing where we received mercy and became God's people.
Bible References: (Genesis 2; Genesis 3:6; Genesis 3:24; Romans 5:12; 1 Peter 1; 1 Peter 2; 1 Peter 4:19; 1 Peter 5:12)
Edmund Clowney, The Message of 1 Peter (Downers Grove, IL: Intervarsity, 1988), 15.
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It's easy to focus on the problems we encounter in this life. We suffering from many things (e.g., broken relationships, broken bank accounts, broken bodies). Some Christians suffer simply for being Christians. However, in his first letter, Peter reminds us what God has done for us and what He has waiting for us. In this episode, I discuss the hope we have that will get us through our suffering while we're here on earth.
Bible References: (John 1:12-13; John 3:1-21; Romans 5:10; Ephesians 2:1-10; 1 Peter 1:3-9)
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Do you ever struggle with prayer? Do you ever wonder what you should pray? There's good news. You no longer need to wonder. God gave you a prayer that is short and comprehensive. In this episode, I discuss the prayer Jesus gave His disciples to pray.
Bible References: (Matthew 6:9-13; 1 Thessalonians 5:17)
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Sometimes Christians struggle, wondering if they are going to heaven or if God will declare he doesn't know them. Fortunately, God has given signs to help us see that He has claimed us as His own. In this episode, I discuss signs God has given us so we know He has claimed us as His own.
Bible References: (Genesis 17:1-14; Malachi 1:2-3; Matthew 28:16-20; Acts 2:39; Acts 16:25-34; Romans 6:3-4; Romans 9:13; Galatians 2:20; Ephesians 2:1-10; Colossians 2:12-13; 1 Peter 3:21)
The Churchy Fruits Learn about Courage, Lutheran Satire
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 92, 94, and 96.
I use the term "family" when discussing the Philippian jailer. The term used in the Bible is "household." Certainly the Philippian Jailer's household included his family along with other people.
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Jesus called Himself the good shepherd. However, this is more than a metaphor. Jesus still gathers His sheep, calling them to faith. In this episode, I will look at Jesus according to John 10 and see the work He does as the good shepherd.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Psalm 23; Ezekiel 34; Matthew 16:18; John 5:28-29; John 10; Romans 6:23; Romans 10:14-17 (NASB); Romans 10:14; 2 Corinthians 5:21)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Psalm 23 is arguably the most popular psalm of all time. It's the go to psalm during funerals and memorial services. However, Psalm 23 is an important psalm for all times. In this episode, I review Psalm 23 to encourage by showing you how the Lord has provided for all your needs.
Bible References: (Psalm 23; Matthew 11:28; John 5:28-29; Romans 6:4-5; 1 Corinthians 15:55)
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 1
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God demonstrated the gospel many times throughout the Old Testament. However, there's an amazing account in the New Testament as well. God acts out the gospel in the story of Barabbas. In this episode, I show you how you and Barabbas are alike.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:21; Genesis 22:1-19; Numbers 21:4-9; Matthew 5:21-22; Luke 23:13-25; Romans 3:10-12; Romans 8:7)
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We tend to think the Old Testament people in Hebrews 11 were superstars. We think they had incredible faith, far greater faith than we have. But is that true? Was their faith greater than ours? In this episode, I analyze the faith of the Old Testament believer found in Hebrews 11. I show you that their faith is no different than our faith. I also share with you why this is important and give you a few things to do to strengthen your faith.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 6; Genesis 7; Genesis 8; Genesis 9; Genesis 12; Genesis 15:1-6; Genesis 18; Genesis 20; Genesis 22:1-19; Genesis 50:24-25; Joshua 2; Joshua 6:22-25; Matthew 1:5; Acts 16:31; Hebrews 11)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 86
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Do you ever feel your faith is so weak you may fall from grace? Be encouraged! There's great news. God won't let your faith die. In this episode, I help you deal with those time when you feel like your faith is about to be extinguished.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Matthew 28:20; Mark 8:29; John 6:37-40; John 10:28-29; Acts 16:16-40; Romans 5:20; Romans 6:1-5; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 8:7; Romans 10:9-10; Romans 12:2; 1 Corinthians 2:14; 2 Corinthians 10:5; Galatians 2:20; Ephesians 2:1-10; Philippians 1:6; Philippians 2:12-13; Colossians 1:13-14)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 31
Belgic Confession, Article 29
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Many Christians believe the Bible has authority for faith and life. But why is that? What is it about the Bible that makes Christians follow it’s message and commands? Why do Christians allow the Bible to control their lives? In this episode, I help you see why the Bible has the right to tell you what to believe and how to behave.
Bible References: (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:19-21; Hebrews 1:1-3)
Belgic Confession, Articles 2 - 7
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We want to dig deeper into what the Bible teaches. However, because the Bible is the word of God to us, we have to be careful when studying the Bible. We want to understand what God says not what we want Him to say. So in this episode I give you 10 principles that will help you as you study the Bible.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Exodus 12:46; Numbers 21:4-9; Isaiah 61:1-2; Jeremiah 10:10; Zechariah 12:10; Luke 4:16-21; John 1:1; John 3:14-15; John 19:36-37; John 20:24-28; Romans 12:1-2; Romans 12:19; 1 Corinthians 5:7; Ephesians 1:3-14; Colossians 1:13; 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:21)
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Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
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Reading the Bible can be discouraging. Some parts seem irrelevant. Other parts are hard to understand. However, God revealed Himself to us in Scripture. When we read the Bible, we get a better glimpse of Him and His plan of redemption. In this episode, I give you ten tips that should help you read the Bible.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 98:8; John 3:14; 1 Corinthians 2:11-14; Philippians 4:13; Hebrews 1:1; 2 Peter 1:21)
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After Jesus rose from the dead, He ascended into heaven where He sits at the right hand of God. But did you know that you can hear the voice of Jesus even though He's not on earth physically? In this episode, I discuss how to hear the voice of Jesus and give you some things to do to help you grow in Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Exodus 3:1-6; Matthew 28:20; John 5:1-9; John 10; John 11:1-44; John 11:50-51; Romans 10:14 (ESV); Romans 10:14 (NASB); Romans 10:17)
"THE REAL PRESENCE OF CHRIST IN THE PREACHING OF THE GOSPEL: Luther and Calvin on the Nature of Preaching," by J. Mark Beach
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We tend to look at the Old Testament characters as heroes, people to pattern our lives after. However, these people just as sinful as you and me. You should not seek to be like them concerning their conduct. They are terrible role models. But where we should follow their lead is their faith, not the size of their faith but the object of their faith. In this episode, I discuss how the Old Testament Bible characters are not people we should pattern our lives after. On the other hand, like them we should believe God is a promise maker and a promise keeper. We should believe that we are sinners and God saves His people through the promised Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 12:1-3; Genesis 20; Genesis 22; Numbers 20:1-13; 2 Sam 11; 2 Sam 12; Psalm 51; Acts 16:16-34; Hebrews 11)
Abraham, Isaac, and Jesus in Genesis 22
Psalm 23: Jesus the Good Shepherd
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Tragedy strikes all of us, either those we love or us personally. When this happens, we tend to question God on how He manages His universe. However, we fail to understand who we are and who God is. In this episode, I show you why bad things don't happen to good people, but good things happen to bad people. I help you see why this is important and give you some steps to help you grow.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; Ecclesiastes 7:20; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:1-10; Colossians 1:13; 1 Peter 1:3-5)
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Worship is a key part of the Christian life. However, different churches understand worship differently. Therefore, they conduct worship differently. Some churches focus on the music while others focus on the liturgy. But what happens in worship? In this episode, I discuss this question and why it's important.
Bible References: (Leviticus 10:1-2; Numbers 3:1-4; Matthew 11:28; John 4:1-42; Romans 12:1; 1 Timothy 2:5)
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Perhaps you know people who have adopted children. Perhaps you were adopted. After you were born, another family brought you into their home, and those parents raised you as their own child. God has done something like that with us. We were outside the family of God. Yet by His grace in Christ, God brought us into His family. In this episode, I discuss the biblical idea of adoption. I also show you why this is important and give you some simple tasks to help you grow.
Bible References: (Matthew 6:9-13; Romans 8:1; Romans 8:15-16; Romans 9:10-13; Galatians 4:4-5; Ephesians 1:3; Ephesians 2:1-10; Philippians 2:15; Colossians 1:13-14; 1 Timothy 2:5; Hebrews 4:16; 1 Peter 1:3-9; 1 Peter 2:10; 1 John 3:1)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 33, 34, 35
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We all have firsthand experience with suffering. Or just watch the news, and you see suffering. If God allows suffering, is He sovereign? If God allows suffering, is He good? In this episode, I discuss the relationship between the sovereignty of God and our suffering.
I misspoke. I directed you to Genesis 50:19. It should have been verses 19-20.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:15; Genesis 50:19-20; Job 1:6-22; Job 2:1-10; Psalm 22:28; Psalm 103:19; Psalm 135:5-6; Ecclesiastes 7:20; Acts 2:23; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:28)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 11
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Do you struggle keeping the Ten Commandments? What if the Ten Commandments had a different purpose than we normally think? In this episode, we'll explore the purpose of the law, and it's not a means to earn salvation. I also give you some helpful assignments to help you grow in Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:1-6; Exodus 20:1-17; Exodus 23:10-11; Leviticus 1; Matthew 22:34-40; Romans 3:9-20; Romans 3:21-31; Romans 7:7-12; Galatians 3:10-29)
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Redemption simply means to buy something back. This is a common theme in the Bible. We see redemption acted out in the book of Ruth. However, God actually redeemed His people in the Lord Jesus Christ. In this episode I discuss Christ our redeemer and the offices He executes.
Bible References: (Ruth; John 1:14; John 3:19; Romans 8:34; 1 John 2:1)
Westminster Shorter Catechism Questions 21, 23 - 26
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Do you ever wonder if God has really forgiven you? No need to wonder any longer. In this episode, I give you proof that God has forgiven the sins of His people.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; John 1:1-3; Matthew 26:26-29; John 1:14; Romans 3:23-25; Romans 4:25; Romans 6:3-4; Galatians 2:20; Ephesians 1:7-8; 2 Corinthians 5:21; Hebrews 4:15; 1 Peter 2:22; 1 John 1:9)
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We struggle with sin every day. When we sin, we recognize that our conduct is unholy. However, that's not how God sees us. He sees us as holy. In this episode, I discuss how you are set apart to be God's people.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:1-13; John 15:1-17; Romans 7:7-25; Ephesians 1:1; Ephesians 2:1-10; 1 Peter 2:10)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Questions 33, 34, and 35
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In episode 15, I discuss your ONLY comfort in life and in death. This episode is tied to episode 15. I discuss three things you need to know in order to live in the joy of the comfort that you belong to Jesus. I help you see why this is important and give you a simple assignment to help you grow in Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:6; Genesis 3:15; Ecclesiastes 7:20; Jeremiah 17:9; John 3:19; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 8:7; Ephesians 2:1-10)
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 2.
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We all have our comfort foods or that something we go to for comfort. But do those things really work in the long run? They may comfort in the moment, but those things don't bring lasting comfort. There is, however, something that does. In this episode, I discuss Question 1 of the Heidelberg Catechism and show you your ONLY comfort in life and in death. I also help you see why this is important for you and give you an assignment to help you grow.
Bible References: (John 5:28-29; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 8:28; 2 Corinthians 5:18; Ephesians 2:1-10; Colossians 1:13)
Heidelberg Catechism, Question 1.
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Ever read the end of a story before you get to it? Ever fast forward to the end of a movie to see how it ends? We don't have to wonder how our story ends. God has shown us in the Bible. In this episode, I discuss how God shows you what is coming for you by acting that out through the resurrection of Lazarus.
Bible References: (John 5:28-29; John 11:1-44)
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Sin pesters us every day. Though you desire to obey God, you find yourself falling prey to those pesky sins. So what do you do when you sin? In this episode I discuss how to deal with those pesky sins.
Bible References: (John 3:19; Romans 5:20; Romans 6:1-5; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 8:7; 1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Ephesians 1:7-8; Colossians 1:13)
Struggling with Sin: Fighting the Parasite
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The Christian life is a struggle. You fight sin every day. It often seems to get the best of you, even winning the battle against you at times. However, there's a reason why you struggle with sin. In this episode I help you understand why. I also give you some things to do to encourage you in your fight against sin.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 20; 2 Samuel 11; Romans 5:12; Romans 5:20; Romans 6:1-5; Romans 7:7-25; Galatians 3:13; Ephesians 1:7-8; Colossians 3:13; 1 John 1:8)
Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 14 and Question 35
Struggling with Sin: Fighting the Parasite
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permissions: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
God has blessed us beyond measure. We deserve God's wrath and condemnation, yet He has blessed us with eternal life. With this in mind, we should show our gratitude toward God by how we live. In this episode I discuss what it looks like to thank God with your life.
I misspoke in this episode. I said Romans 12:6, but I meant Romans 12:16.
Bible References: (Genesis 3:1-6; Exodus 20:1-17; Romans 6:13; Romans 7:7-25; Romans 8:7; Romans 12:1-2; Romans 12:16; Galatians 5:19-23; Ephesians 2:1-10; Ephesians 5:8-10; Ephesians 5:25; Philippians 2:1-11; Colossians 1:13; Colossians 3:13; 1 Peter 2:9-10)
Heidelberg Catechism Questions 86, 88, 89, 90, 91, 114
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
We celebrate the birth of Christ in December. This event, however, applies throughout the entire year. The birth of Christ marks a moment in history that executed His three pronged mission.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 3:15; Genesis 22:1-19; Isaiah 9:6; Luke 2:14; John 1:14; John 3:16; 2 Corinthians 5:18)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
We tend to have a high view of ourselves and a low view of God. But what does the Bible say about us and about God? In this episode we explore the Bible to answer this question. I think you'll be surprised by what we find.
Bible References: (Genesis 6:5; Exodus 34:6-7; Ecclesiastes 7:20; Ezekiel 34; Matthew 11:28; Matthew 18:10-14; John 6:37-40; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 3:23; Romans 5:8; Romans 6:23; Romans 8:7; 1 Corinthians 2:14; Ephesians 2:1-10; Colossians 1:13-14; 1 John 1:8)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Sometimes when we tell people what happened, we actually walk through the motions so they have a better understanding. In other words, we act out the event, or at least parts of it. God does something similar throughout the Bible. In real human history God acts out the good news of Christ.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 3:21; Genesis 22:1-19; Exodus 14; Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 16:10; Luke 22:14-23; Luke 23:13-25; John 3:1-15; Acts 13:13-41; Hebrews 11:17-19)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Jesus Christ offered paradise to an unlikely recipient: the thief on the cross. While dying on the cross, Jesus Christ extends mercy to this man who deserved the death he experienced. He himself admitted this (Luke 23:39-41). So Jesus didn't grant this grace to him based on his good works or righteousness. He had none to offer. This amazing Bible account offers hope to all who realize they have nothing to offer God to appease Him.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 15:1-6; Matthew 27:38; Matthew 27:44; Mark 15:27; Mark 15:32; Luke 23:32-33; Luke 23:39-43; John 19:18; Romans 3:10-12; Ephesians 2:1-10)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Giving thanks to God characterizes the Christian life, not only in this life but in eternal life as well. Join me as we review several passages to see the significance of giving thanks to God.
Bible References: (Psalm 86:12; Psalm 92:1; Psalm 106:1; Romans 8:28; 1 Corinthians 15:57; Colossians 2:6-7; Colossians 3:15-17; 1 Thessalonians 5:18; Revelation 11:17)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
As a Christian God saved you, but that may not have happened the way you think. In this episode I review Ephesians 2:1-10 and show you what God's salvation looks like. You'll see what God does, and you'll also see the before and after transformation. I conclude by helping you see why this is important and giving you important steps for your growth.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Romans 8:7; Ephesians 1:3; Ephesians 2:1-10)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Our sinful nature assumes our standing with God depends on our righteousness, obedience, and good deeds. The idea of salvation by God's free grace alone through faith in Christ alone sounds too good to be true. Certainly God expects me to be a good person in order to allow me into heaven. However, can you really meet God's requirement? Can you be good 100% every moment of every day every year? I think you know the answer. So in this episode I'll help you see the only way you can be right with God. Spoiler: you have nothing to do with it!
Bible References: (Romans 5:1; Romans 7:7-25; Ephesians 2:8-9)
Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 33, What Is Justification?
Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 35, What Is Sanctification?
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Many people believe they're going to heaven because they're good people. But is that true? Are any of us good people? I discuss this issue and show you what the Bible teaches. So join me as I help you understand this fatal flaw and help you know how to get to heaven.
Bible References: (Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 4; Genesis 6:5; Ecclesiastes 7:20; Acts 16:30-31; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 8:7; 1 Corinthians 6:9)
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
Many people have a limited understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ. They see it mainly as Jesus dying for our sins. Though that's part of it, the gospel is much deeper than that. In this episode I discuss what the gospel of Christ is. I then help you understand why it's important.
Bible References: (Genesis 1; Genesis 2; Genesis 2:15-17; Genesis 3:1-6; Genesis 3:15; Luke 1:35; Romans 3:10-18; Romans 8:7)
Westminster Shorter Catechism Question 33, What Is Justification?
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.
The Fox Den is a new podcast intended to encourage Christians and help them grow in their faith. We will discuss the basics of Christianity, Reformed Theology, biblical studies, Christian living, and other issues of interest. In this episode I introduce myself and discuss my intent for this podcast.
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Thanks to my daughter Katherine for the voice over and my daughter Elizabeth for the cute fox on the artwork. Thanks to my wife Brenda for helping with the artwork and editing.
Biblical references are usually based on the English Standard Version unless otherwise stated.
Music by licensed permission: "Lead Me Home" composed by Steven Leonard Messina.