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In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins Proverbs 17 discussing the theme of God refining us. Today he looks at what is offensive and an abomination to God. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 17:15 (ESV) - He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the Lord. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical en...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins Proverbs 17 discussing the theme of God refining us. Today he looks at the ways in which we use what God has entrusted to us in this life. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 17:8 (ESV) - A bribe is like a magic stone in the eyes of the one who gives it; wherever he turns he prospers. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins Proverbs 17 discussing the theme of God refining us. Today he looks at some of the priorities the God wants to refine. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 17:14 (ESV) - The beginning of strife is like letting out water, so quit before the quarrel breaks out. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins Proverbs 17 discussing the theme of God refining us. Today he looks at some different perspectives and areas of our life that God is refining. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 17:3 (ESV) - The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, and the Lord tests hearts. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblic...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 16 with the theme of God's sovereignty. Today, he discusses how we can age well. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 16:31 (ESV) - Gray hair is a crown of glory; it is gained in a righteous life. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show is a part of Orchard...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 16 with the theme of God's sovereignty. Today, he discusses scheming to get ahead and three types of men - the worthless man, the dishonest man, and the man of violence. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 16:18-19 (ESV) - Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall. It is better to be of a lowly spirit with the poor...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 16 with the theme of God's sovereignty. Today, he discusses the dangers of taking things into our own hands and rejecting the ways of God. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 16:17 (ESV) - The highway of the upright turns aside from evil; whoever guards his way preserves his life. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pa...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 16 with the theme of God's sovereignty. Today, he discusses political and governmental strife in our world. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 16:12 (ESV) - It is an abomination to kings to do evil, for the throne is established by righteousness. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encou...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins in Proverbs 16 which is about God's sovereignty and today he looks at two truths of this sovereignty. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 16:3 (ESV) - Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show is a part of Or...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund and Dan Shields have a conversation about what makes Orchard Hill Church distinct from other churches or branches of Christianity. In this part, the discussion is focused on Hyper-Calvinist, Progressive, and Closed Churches. Perspectives addresses culturally relevant topics in our world and brings a Biblical perspective to them. We will focus on issues in the ar...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 15 which has a theme of unconventional wisdom. He talks about how a lot of times we don't need better to be happy, but actually love. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 15:16-17 (ESV) - Better is a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble with it. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is than a fattened ox and hat...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 15 which has a theme of unconventional wisdom. He talks about how God is affected emotionally by the things we do. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 15:9 (ESV) - The way of the wicked is an abomination to the Lord, but he loves him who pursues righteousness. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblic...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 15 which has a theme of unconventional wisdom. He talks about finding joy in something that is rooted deeper than our circumstances. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 15:13 (ESV) - A glad heart makes a cheerful face, but by sorrow of heart the spirit is crushed. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Bi...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 15 which has a theme of unconventional wisdom. He talks about the omniscience of God being both alarming and comforting. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 15:3 (ESV) - The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encoura...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins Proverbs 15 which has a theme of unconventional wisdom. He talks about choosing our words carefully and diffusing situations through soft words. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 15:1 (ESV) - A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 14 looking at the next "do-not" which is - do not let anger fester. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 14:29 (ESV) - Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 14 looking at the next "do-not" which is - do not be fooled by success. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 14:11-12 (ESV) - The house of the wicked will be destroyed, but the tent of the upright will flourish. There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way to death. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which prov...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 14 looking at the next "do-not" which is - do not have unrealistic expectations. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 14:13 (ESV) - Even in laughter the heart may ache, and the end of joy may be grief. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show is a part o...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 14 looking at the next "do-not" which is - do not fear a mess. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 14:4 (ESV) - Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean, but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show is...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund begins Proverbs 14 looking at a few "do-nots", the first one being do not neglect your home. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 14:1 (ESV) - The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show is...

Jonathan Thiede is joined by Russ Brasher to discuss Gavin Ortlund's book, Finding the Right Hills to Die On. Buy the book - https://www.amazon.com/Finding-Right-Hills-Die-Theological/dp/1433567423/ Subscribe to Orchard Hill Plus! - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/orchardhillplus⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to Message/Sermon Audio! Apple - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id204702228⁠⁠...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund concludes Proverbs 13 looking at how pride can cause us to focus on leaving money for the next generation instead of altering their character in a way that is God honoring. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 13:22 (ESV) - A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous. Five Good Minutes is...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 13 looking at how pride can keep us from gaining wealth through hard work and over long periods of time, little by little. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 13:11 (ESV) - Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Bib...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 13 looking at how pride is almost always at the center of strife and insolence. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 13:10 (ESV) - By insolence comes nothing but strife, but with those who take advice is wisdom. Five Good Minutes is a short devotional which provides a pause in your day for Biblical encouragement and wisdom. This show is a part o...

In this episode, Dr. Kurt Bjorklund continues in Proverbs 13 looking at the importance of a person's character when deciding whether or not to trust them. Today's Key Verse Proverbs 13:17-18 (ESV) - A wicked messenger falls into trouble, but a faithful envoy brings healing. Poverty and disgrace come to him who ignores instruction, but whoever heeds reproof is honored. Five Good Minutes i...