Bought Back Ministries

Rivalries can be quite explosive. Two teams (or two fanbases) that oppose each other often or that live in close proximity to each other often become rivals because of their familiarity with each other. They want to beat each other badly. This can be fun and good natured, but it can also be destructive. A rivalry may be fine on a football or baseball field, but it has no place in the church. All C...

Wealth is something that just about everyone would love to have. This may surprise you, but the Lord has no problem with us becoming wealthy. The issue is when our pursuit of wealth causes us to walk away from Jesus. In this episode, we learn from Jesus some important lessons on wealth and the pursuit of wealth from His encounter with the rich young ruler, who walked away from Jesus and eternal li...

The most important event in human history is the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Without the resurrection of Jesus there would be no salvation of souls. No forgiveness of sins. No redemption for fallen humanity. The truth of the resurrection has sustained many attacks over the years with many objections from non-believers, skeptics, and academic elites that do not hold up under scrutiny. Join me tod...

Have you ever been so close to something you wanted, but still felt that it was beyond your reach? Sadly, that is exactly where many people find themselves in relation to the Lord. They are close to the truth, but when they find out what serving Chrost really means, they walk away sad. Sad because they do not want to make the sacrifices in their lives necessary to be a follower of Jesus. If we wil...

Disclaimer: The subject matter of this episode contains material that is of a sensitive nature. In this episode, I deal with the issue of infant salvation. Do babies who die go to heaven? That is the question I deal with in this episode. If you have been affected by the death of a child, then please know that your baby is in heaven. I explain this position from a biblical perspective that I pray b...

One of Satan's biggest targets is the family. Satan tries to attack families every day through divorce as he seeks to leave a trail littered with broken marriages and destroyed families. When asked what He thought about divorce, Jesus made it known that God's standard for marriage is between one man and one woman for life. Anything outside this boundary is forbidden and is therefore sin, including...

The doctrine of hell is one of the most controversial and rejected teachings of the Bible. The warnings against going to hell are many, and Jesus calls us to get rid of the things that cause us to sin. Instead, of rejecting the doctrine of hell, it is important to understand it so we can effectively lead people away from sin and to Christ. Join us in this episode as we take a look at one of the cl...

The role of a servant is not very prestigious in the world we live in. We are a highly competitive people who wants to be the king of the mountain. God, however, has a different perspective than we do. He wants us to serve one another, not beat each other. If we truly want to please the Lord, we will follow the example of Christ and take on the role of a servant. Let us all seek ways to find peopl...

Mountaintop experiences are wonderful when we have them. The view is wonderful and the air is crisp and fresh. However, the majority of our lives is spent in the valley, where the conditions are hot and dry. In this episode, we meet a man in the valley who had a desperate situation that he was able to resolve. Despite confessing his unbelief in that moment, Jesus helped him and healed his son. Joi...

Followers of Christ often have questions about the Bible. Many topics are confusing and difficult to understand. Jesus' own disciples were no exception to a lack of understanding about important biblical matters. In this episode, we are going to take a look at an issue that confused Jesus' disciples as well as modern believers today. Join me as we take a look at the connection between John...

In one of the most amazing events in the Bible, Jesus met with Moses and Elijah on a mountain to discuss His upcoming death and resurrection. Peter, James, and John were eyewitnesses of this event, and they were nearly knocked over after seeing the curtain pulled back that veiled His divine glory. This is the same Jesus who died for our sins and rose from the dead. Remember that Jesus has been to...

Commitment to Christ is essential for salvation and growth in the Lord Jesus. While no one is morally perfect, we can be forgiven of our sins if we will come to Christ in faith and repentance. Jesus is looking for people who will turn from the popular opinions of this world that reject and oppose Him. They do the "Hokey Pokey" and get themselves all dizzy and confused because they go fro...

Our spiritual vision is something that the Lord is very concerned with. The Holy Spirit is committed to teaching and guiding us so we can learn of Christ and follow Him. This week's episode takes a look at a man who was blind but healed. His healing did not come instantly, however, as Jesus showed that our understanding does not come in an instant. In order to follow Christ and serve Him, we m...

Many people today want to see a sign from God that the claims of the Bible are true. This is not pleasing to the Lord, however, because He has already given us all the evidence and information that we need to believe that Jesus Christ is God in the flesh. Scripture has been backed up by mounds of evidence that show who Christ is. Seeking God is certainly a good thing, but demanding signs from Him...

We all get hungry in this life. We all know about wanting to eat good food that is both tasty and satisfying. However, we go through times of spiritual hunger where we need to be fed by the Lord. The good news is that if you are hungry for the things of God, He is here to satisfy your hunger. In this week's episode, we will see how Jesus satisfied the hunger of several thousand people at one t...

Are you able to hear the Lord when He speaks to you? Many people cannot hear because they are not tuned in or are just not listening. They may be involved in so many things that they drown out the voice of God. If you cannot hear God speaking to you, it might be time to let him open your ears so you can hear and obey Him. Tune in to this episode as we see how Jesus healed a deaf and mute man in a...

It is a real blessing to have a mother that prays for her family. Godly mothers are treasures to both her family and the church. Sometimes godly mothers are not strong physically, but they are mighty spiritually. This is because their faith is rooted in the Lord Jesus Christ, who works through their faith to do incredible things. This episode is dedicated to all of the mothers who pray relentlessl...

A major part of celebrating is the giving and receiving of gifts and presents. There is a feeling of goodness and harmony in the air, but what is this goodness based on? There are five gifts that are essential for peaceful living, and they are stated in the angelic announcement of the birth of Christ. Join me today and learn what these tremendous gifts are. They are yours for the taking, so be ble...

People often get caught up in outward appearances. They focus on their behavior instead of their holiness. They spend more time on their image than they do their heart. One of the ways they try to impress others is through religious tradition. However, religion itself will never make anyone right with God. What we all need in order to go to heaven is the righteousness of God, not the religion of m...

Thousands of Christians are being persecuted and slaughtered in Nigeria. Please join me in prayer for the protection and safety of these dear believers.

Traditions are a fun way to celebrate certain occasions and events. Families and friends love to get together and enjoy a variety of traditions. However, religious tradition that takes away from or overrides God's Word is not something we should participate in. This is exactly what the Pharisees of Jesus' time did. They put burdens on people's backs that they could not hold up under. L...

If life seems topsy-turvy at times, it's because. Christians are not immune to the difficulties that life throws at us. We never have to wonder, however, if God is there for us or not. He sees us and knows how to handle every problem that we face. If you feel alone or struggle with understanding how much God loves you, then this episode is a must-listen for you. You are never off course with C...

Sometimes it seems like we are rowing against the wind and make little to no headway. In those times, we can take comfort in knowing that we are never out of God's sight or out of His presence. He will show up in unexpected ways in unexpected times. As we walk with Christ, we go through very difficult circumstances. We can have peace, however, knowing that Christ will see us through, even if H...

Opportunities abound for those who desire to serve the Lord. There are many things that we cannot do, but there is nothing too difficult for the Lord. Our responsibility is to trust Him with our whole hearts at all times, understanding that He has no limitations. As Christians, let us always seek ways to be an extension of His grace to people who have great needs that only the Lord can fulfill. He...

Life can get difficult times as we deal with busy schedules, helping others in need, and taking care of our families. Rest seems an impossible luxury instead of a daily need. This message shows that Jesus is compassionate and is the Great Shepherd who gives us what we need when we need it. He will help us through every problem we face and gives us our daily needs while also equipping us to serve H...