Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld

You can measure a quality carpenter by his work. You can discern a skilled administrator by her organization. The product of what they do speaks of who they are. So too, with false teachers. Dr. John instructs us to consider the impact and effect of false teachers. They promise much but leave desctruction and emptiness in their wake. What they produce speaks of who they are.   Danger From Within:...

How would you recognize a false teacher? We tend to think that false teaching is simply a theological problem. Dr. John teaches from 2 Peter that false teaching is an ethical concern. In other words, we discern heresy not just from what people say, but what people are. "Belief" and "being" are twinned, for good or evil.  Danger From Within: Jesus spoke of wolves in sheep's clot...

There are wrongs we've committed that we got away with. The penalty or consequence didn't happen - yet. Peter reminds us that justice delayed is not an escape. Dr. John explains how false teachers in the church used God's patience to deny the fact of judgement. Instead, the forberance of God is space and time to change our ways in the face of certain judgement.  Danger From Within : Je...

History teaches that every empire falls. Entropy often sets in from within. Peter writes his second epistle to warn believers of false teachers within the Church. Dr. John teaches that believers need to be discerning. The gullible are prone to the secret and seductive ways of those seeking to lead God's people astray. Danger From Within : Jesus spoke of wolves in sheep's clothing. Paul war...

A good memory will help us find our keys, recall important dates and win trivia games. But what does our memory have to do with our spiritual lives? Much! Dr. John echoes Peter's commands to remember. Repetition and recall are vital for spiritual growth. Listen as Dr. John explains how.  Danger From Within: Jesus spoke of wolves in sheep's clothing. Paul warned of wolves among the flock. P...

An exercise bike, received as a gift, does no good simply sitting in the garage. While grateful for it, we need to add effort to our appreciation, for the greatest effect. Peter calls believers to add efffort to the free grace we have received. Dr. John explains that as God has granted us everything we need for a holy life, we have a part to play in our faith made practical.  Danger From Within: J...

Jesus promised Peter that the gates of Hell could not withstand the Church He is building. That does not mean the Church is immune to danger. Peter writes to warn believers of the dangers found within the Church. Listen as Dr. John begins this series on 2 Peter. We will hear caution but also confidence in the full provision of God.  Danger From Within: Jesus spoke of wolves in sheep's clothing...

Healing is not a divine right of the children of God. It is an action of grace when the sovereign God deems it for His glory and our long term good. James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility, pra...

There is a basic principle, prayer and praise are for all of life. It is for all of life because it is needed in all of life. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility, prayers...

Endurance is not the same thing as patience. We may endure with angry or bitter spirits. James call us to patience which blossoms into faithfulness.  Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, w...

We think that being rich is the optimum life! James warns us of the dangers of wealth. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility, prayers and patience through troubles. So for t...

Pride tells us that we are in control of our own lives. Humility recognizes the need for grace. The good news is that God gives grace to the humble.  Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, w...

James makes it clear that many quarrels come about because Christian people are not learning wisdom from God. Instead they have never let go of the wisdom of this world. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines t...

If you rely on the kind of wisdom whose origins come from our world and culture, then devastation will follow. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility, prayers and patience th...

How can you tell if something is wise or not? James points to the qualities of God's wisdom and the destrcution that results from human plans - even if they sound smart.  Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shi...

Listen to James' teaching on the wildness of our speech. Dogs can be trained but tongues can't! But even an untamed tongue will be righteous when the heart is pure.  Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shin...

Ship rudders. Horses' bit. Human tongues. Singular items that have dramatic effect and powerful impact.  Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility, prayers and patience thro...

Genuine faith is manifest beyond our confessions - it is seen in our deeds. Consider the marks of real faith from James' teaching. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility,...

What is the relationship between our faith and our works? Are these in polarized tension? James says, "No." Faith and works pull in the same direction. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our...

When a window breaks, it breaks all the way. The whole is distorted by even a minor fracture. That is true of God's law as well. So when we love and obey, we should do it wholly and sincerely.  Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just w...

God doesn't play favourites - but we do. James call us to a practice of faith which embraces all people - regardless of external appearances. Faith That Works: James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works...

Have you ever forgotten what you looked like? James points to that danger if we hear God's Word but do not obey it. We develop forgetful souls - not knowing who they are. Faith That Works : James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom sh...

To listen well is a life skill. It is also a skill to develop with God. James teaches us how to hear God well. It is a lesson of the heart, not just our ears.  Faith That Works : James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through ou...

God only gives what is good. We may not easily recognize goodness in each gift but we live with this confidence - the goodness of God does not change. We experience grace every day. Faith That Works : James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wi...

Those who fix their eyes on the eternal rewards are strengthened for persistent endurance. The prize is worth the patience. Faith That Works : James has been called the New Testament Book of Proverbs. It is a book of wisdom for Christians - wisdom that is evident in our conduct. We are reminded that wisdom is more than just what we know. Wisdom shines through our speech, works, humility, prayers a...