God Has Spoken

In this episode we are in 1 Corinthians 15. Many people either deny or don’t know what the Bible says about Resurrection Day. Some assume that it would only be our souls that are raised when Jesus comes back, but here in 1 Corinthians Paul makes it clear that it is actually our body that is raised. What does that mean for me now while I am still breathing? How does this teaching change my perspective on life?

In this episode we are taking our lesson from Jeremiah 42-43. In these days the typically hard-hearted people inquire of the Lord through the prophet Jeremiah. However, when they hear exactly what it is that God wants them to do, they are less than enthused to obey. Are we ever like that? Do we act like we are excited to hear a message from the Lord, but when push comes to shove we hesitate to do what God said?

In this episode we are using an excerpt from Isaiah 13 to talk about the trustworthiness of the Bible. Many people believe it is just an ancient book with random sayings. However, in instances like the one we will be talking about today, we learn that archeological findings support what the Bible had said all along. Especially when it concerns the destruction of a city and the remnants that have been left behind. 

In this episode we are looking at the events surrounding Jesus’ arrest that leads to his death. Many around Jesus on that night become so frightened that they leave Jesus friendless and alone. When others threaten or mistreat me because of my association with Jesus how do I respond? Am I bold enough to stand by Jesus’ side? Or do I run away in embarrassment and fear?

In this episode we are looking at the Israelites in Numbers 21. In this chapter we see the impatience, frustration, and general angst that the children of Israel are feeling toward God while they wander in the wilderness. To no surprise, their unhappiness is seen in their complaints that they level against God. How do we compare to that generation of Israelites? Do we complain just as much and fail to show gratitude to God who provides so abundantly for us? Or are we thankful people who stop and give thanks in all things?

In this episode we are looking at Malachi 1. In this chapter God informs the priests and people that their worship is utterly useless to him. So much so that he tells them to just shut the doors to the temple. What were the people doing that warranted God to say this? And is my heart and worship so far removed from what God wants that he would say the same thing to me today?

In this episode we are exploring a scathing rebuke that the apostle Peter issues against false teachers. This section and others like it might be some of the more overlooked sections of the Bible. When we live in a Christian culture that believes any so-called “teacher” or “preacher” is correct no matter what they say, we need this reminder from Peter that not all teachers have good motives. What is my responsibility when it comes to calling out false teachers?

In this episode we are in Psalm 142. In this prayer David teaches us how to be completely open and seen by God. Especially when we feel alone and there is no one else we can turn to. Through David’s example it forces us to ask ourselves a few questions. Do I open up to God completely and fully when I am overwhelmed? Do I seek comfort in things that won’t help me? And what should I do the next time I am surrounded by doubts and fears?