Our High Calling with Brett W. Denman

We live today in the world of  “self.” Self-help books have their own section in the bookstores. We long to be self-actualized and self-starters. We are admonished to be true to our self. Jesus taught the complete opposite. If we are to be successful Christians we must deny ourselves and serve others. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, YouTube Music, Spotify, Amazon Audible...

The phrase “iron sharpens iron” is found in Proverbs 27:17, “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” There is mutual benefit in the rubbing of two iron blades together; the edges become sharper, making the knives more efficient. Let's take a look a little deeper into what the Bible has to say. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support Thi...

The disciple John is recognized fondly among Bible readers as the apostle that Jesus loved. He dedicated vast portions of his writing to the theme of Christlike love. John asserts that believers can understand genuine love by observing Christ’s example. Let's take a look at an example of that love. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Minist...

Most of us know thanksgiving is a good practice. But do we know just how good? The Bible shows the great power of gratitude. Thankfulness should be a way of life for us, naturally flowing from our hearts and mouths. Digging into the Scriptures a little more deeply, we understand why we should be thankful and also how to have gratitude in different circumstances. Let's take a look. Also availa...

The life of Solomon had three distinct stages. The first stage of Solomon's life is the early years of his reign. The second stage is a sad stage of his life.  It's when he went astray from the way of the Lord. And the final stage is when he is an old man and once again he returns to the ways of the Lord.  Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible...

The truth and the glory of God are inseparable. It is impossible for us to honor God unless we do so in truth. God has given us His word that we may become acquainted with its teachings and know for ourselves what He requires of us. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @ Cashapp: $OurHighCalling Books by Brett W....

 As Christians we must individually and collectively, understand our special role as ambassadors of God’s kingdom and messengers of the soon return of Jesus Christ. We are called to service, a service that grows out of our love and gratitude for what God has done for us. This love creates in us a desire to share that joy and good news with others. Let's take a look. Also available on Google P...

When you think of the Old Testament book of Isaiah, your first thoughts may be, his marvelous prophecies of the Messiah and the future glory of God's kingdom. Indeed, that is a prevailing theme in the prophecy of Isaiah. God had given Isaiah the responsibility of telling the people of their sin. Let's take a look at Isaiah 59 and see what God has to say about sin. Also available on Googl...

The 70-week prophecy of Daniel 9 predicted the coming Messiah 500 years before it happened. History was foretold culminating in one of the most important events in earth’s history: Jesus’ sacrifice for us on the cross.  This prophecy, spanning 490 years of time, indicated when Jesus would begin His ministry and when He would die. It gave God’s people hope that He hadn’t forgotten them and was goin...

In Luke 14 Jesus lays out the terms of discipleship. The people following Jesus desired the benefits of what He did rather than an understanding of who He was. They loved His gifts, not the life He was calling them to. So He explained what it takes to be one of His followers. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @...

It’s our nature to be influenced by our surroundings. When we put ourselves in a godly atmosphere with godly people, we are influenced toward godliness. When we put ourselves in an ungodly atmosphere with ungodly people, we are influenced toward ungodliness. Let's take a look at what the Bible says about friendship. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. S...

Many of you have likely wondered: “What does a Godly man look like today?” There are numerous articles and books written about this topic, as each writer strives to uncover more of this mystery. We are all flawed but by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, men should live by faith and continue striving to run the race put before them. The Bible holds the key. Let's take a look. Also available...

The Bible tells us many times that we must be holy as God is holy. What does that mean and how can we accomplish that? Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @ Cashapp: $OurHighCalling Books by Brett W. Denman available on Amazon.com

In Ephesians chapter 5 Paul contrasts what pagans and believers valued. Paul urges the believers in Ephesus to walk in love. This “walking in love” is to be modeled after Christ’s own love for us expressed in His atoning sacrifice. Wisdom is found in rejecting the world and it's values and following what Jesus and the Bible teaches.  Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, S...

Jesus is in the heavenly sanctuary—or temple—right now. He is our high priest, presenting His sacrificial death for our forgiveness and cleansing the record of our sins in the sanctuary. He is doing all of this to show us the compassionate and loving heart of God. We also have angels, created by God, helping us in a variety of ways. Let's take a look at our friends in high places. Also availa...

Nowhere does the Bible forbid Christians from bearing arms. But wisdom and caution are of the utmost importance if one does choose to bear a lethal weapon. Ultimately, the decision to bear arms is a personal choice determined by one's own convictions. Let's take a look what the Bible says. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @...

Self-control is a crucial trait for Christians to develop in their lives. As followers of Christ, we are called to live a life that reflects the values and character of our Savior. This gift is the ability to control one’s thoughts, actions, and emotions. We as Christians need to develop it if we want to live a life that is pleasing to God. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast,...

Jesus presented a gentle openness to the children. He touched them with compassion and protected them from others. Children, in their weakness and vulnerability, have much to teach us as adults. As we grow, the hardness of the world often makes our hearts callous. Children have a humble openness to the message of Jesus and the salvation He offers. Let's take a look. Also available on Google P...

Murmuring is such a common problem in the Bible. The New and Old-Testament Scriptures say a great deal about murmuring and complaining. The harm caused from murmuring is often not realized or regarded by those who are guilty of this sin. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @ Cashapp: $OurHighCalling Books by Bret...

All spiritual gifts and skill sets can contribute to the work of advocacy, and God’s power can move our leaders to action. The Bible’s call to speak up for justice doesn’t come with an expiration date. But it does come with encouragement! God’s Word challenges us to keep working for justice — and reminds us that God is working alongside us. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast,...

The Jefferson Bible, a slicing and dicing of the New Testament compiled by Thomas Jefferson in 1803. Jefferson rearranged the text of the Gospels into an account of the life and ministry of Jesus that eschews mention of any supernatural or miraculous elements. He clipped from two King James Bibles the statements attributed to Jesus in the Gospels and pasted them into a 46-page scrapbook. He had ho...

Personality describes the unique patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that distinguish a person from others. A product of both biology and environment, it remains fairly consistent throughout life. Peter had a very fiery personality. Jesus called him and his brother the sons of thunder. Peter may have fallen at times, but he was committed to Christ. He gave up his career and his home to f...

The Bible presents two laws: one changeless and eternal, the other provisional and temporary. One presents the duty of man to God and to his fellow men, the other was given because of man’s disobedience to God’s requirements. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @ Cashapp: $OurHighCalling Books by Brett W. Denman...

The Bible presents several different resources to aid us in our effort to overcome sin. With God’s help, and by following the principles of His Word, we can progressively overcome sin and become more and more like Christ. Sometimes victory over sin comes quickly. Other times, victory comes more slowly. God has promised that as we make use of His resources, He will progressively bring about change...

Godliness is often in opposition of what secular society says a woman should aspire to. However, as women of God their first concern must always be what pleases God. If you are a single, Christian man you should seek a traditional woman as your helpmeet. Let's take a look. Also available on Google Podcast, Spotify, Amazon Audible and iHeart Radio. Support This Ministry @ Cashapp: $OurHighCall...