Episodes
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Giving a Donkey a Bad Name
Wednesday May 24, 2023
Wednesday May 24, 2023
The character of Balaam might not be completely familiar to everyone, but many remember the story of a talking donkey. As we study this chapter, we will draw out some lessons from the fascinating story of Balaam and his donkey.
A sermon from Numbers 22.
Wednesday May 17, 2023
The Pharisee and the Tax Collector
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Wednesday May 17, 2023
Like the ancient Stoics, we value self-sufficiency as one of the cardinal virtues. We value making our own way in life and we teach our children to be self-reliant. This is a good thing. But when it comes to the theological realm, self-sufficiency runs against the grain of biblical revelation. It does not work when it comes to our relationship with God.
As sermon from Luke 18:9–14.
Wednesday May 10, 2023
God Is Light
Wednesday May 10, 2023
Wednesday May 10, 2023
One of the challenges of aging is that with the passage of time we experience a loss of wonder. It becomes more and more difficult for us to be surprised and we lose the innocence and sense of awe we had as children. This can also happen as we mature in the faith. When can lose our sense of awe for the marvelous truths in the Bible. This was not the case with the Apostle John, eyewitness of the Lord Jesus Christ.
A sermon from 1 John 1:1–10.
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Persistence in Prayer
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Often prayer is seen as a last resort, like an emergency chute on an airplane, only to be deployed when needed. And yet, the Bible calls us to be people who persist in prayer.
"Then He spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart" Luke 18:1
A sermon from Luke 18:1–8.
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
The Blood of the Covenant
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
Jesus instituted two ordinances for the church to observe until he returns: Baptism and the Lord's Supper. The Lord's Supper is central to the life of the church, a symbolic feast that points to the work of Christ and particularly His death on the cross.
"And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to the disciples and said, 'Take, eat; this is My body.' Then He took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, 'Drink from it, all of you. For this is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many for the remission of sins. But I say to you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it new with you in My Father’s kingdom.” Matthew 26:26-29
A sermon from Matthew 26:17–30
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
The Return of Christ
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
A sermon from Luke 17:20–37
"Now when He was asked by the Pharisees when the kingdom of God would come, He answered them and said, 'The kingdom of God does not come with observation; nor will they say, ‘See here!’ or ‘See there!’ For indeed, the kingdom of God is within you.” Luke 17: 20-21
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
The Resurrected Christ
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Whatever the world has to offer does not compare to the risen Christ. The gospels do not conclude with the death of Christ, but with the resurrection of Christ, the living Lion of Judah.
A sermon from John 20.
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Well-Pleasing to God
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Relationships on earth demand responsibility, but our relationship to God demands greater responsibility. As children of God we are required to please our heavenly Father.
A sermon from Romans 14:18.
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
The Rich Man and Lazarus
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
This sermon deals with the subject of eternity and looks at the parable of the rich man and Lazarus.
A sermon from Luke 16:19–31.
Wednesday Mar 22, 2023
Go and Make Disciples
Wednesday Mar 22, 2023
Wednesday Mar 22, 2023
"And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, 'All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.' Amen."
A sermon from Matthew 28:18–20.