Grasp the Bible

Welcome to episode 253 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of the forgotten faithful — how God uses obscure, unnamed witnesses to accomplish kingdom purposes far beyond what they can see.     Key takeaways:      God doesn’t need your name in lights to use you powerfully. An unnamed slave girl’s single sentence set off a chain reaction that led to the healing and conversi...

Welcome to episode 252 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of the cost of compromise — how small, rationalized disobedience leads to catastrophic spiritual ruin.     Key takeaways:    Nobody wakes up and decides to destroy their life. Catastrophic failure happens in a thousand small moments — each one rationalized, each one seemingly harmless, each one moving you further...

Welcome to episode 251 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of the danger of almost — why “almost persuaded” is the most perilous place a person can stand.     Key takeaways:      Almost saved is the same as completely lost. In matters of eternal destiny there is no middle ground, no partial credit, and no safe distance. Proximity to truth is not possession of truth.  Kin...

Welcome to episode 250 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of the unlikely hero — how God uses the unqualified to accomplish the impossible.     Key takeaways:      God’s discipline has purpose and His anger has limits. Eighteen years of oppression ended the moment Israel cried out. He disciplines to restore, not destroy.  Ehud was a left-handed man from the tribe of Ben...

Welcome to episode 249 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of the God who sees the overlooked.     Key takeaways:    God does not wait for the worthy to come to Him. He pursues the fleeing. Hagar was running from something with no plan for where to go, and God ran toward her.  Divine questions are rarely for God’s information. “Where have you come from and where are you...

Welcome to episode 248 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:  “You are the salt of the earth, You are the light of the world.” — Matthew 5:13–16  The call to be salty and lit.  Purpose influences the world.  Key Takeaways:  The call to be Salty and Lit.  God’s righteousness is felt!  God’s love is longed for!  God’s presen...

Welcome to episode 247 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of confession.    Key takeaways:    Confession—real, honest, unguarded acknowledgment of sin—feels dangerous because it makes us vulnerable.  The path to freedom runs straight through the thing we most want to avoid. Confession, not concealment, is where healing begins.  When we confess sin, we are saying the sam...

Welcome to episode 246 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:  “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” — Matthew 5:9  “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” — Matthew 5:10–12  Kingdom logic versus worldly logic.  Key Takeaways:  The B...

Welcome to episode 245 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of living with eternity in view.    Key takeaways:    God is using your suffering to forge something eternal inside you that could not be created any other way. Your pain is not purposeless. It is productive.  The suffering is not incidental—it is instrumental.  This is the fundamental problem: not that we don’t...

Welcome to episode 244 of Grasp the Bible . In this episode, Marty sits down with Darrell to talk about the launch of his brand new podcast, Profit and Principle — where Sunday's truth meets Monday's bottom line. Key Takeaways: Darrell launched Profit and Principle to fill a genuine gap — business podcasts that are built on secular frameworks, and Bible podcasts that don't speak the...

Welcome to episode 243 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: · “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” — Matthew 5:8 · The meaning of pure in heart. · When our spiritual center of life becomes Christ. Key Takeaways: · The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us that is still being comp...

Welcome to episode 242 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today, we will cover mercy.  Specifically,  • “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” — Matthew 5:7 • What mercy truly is. • What happens when our faith starts to show. Key Takeaways : · The first four Beatitudes reveal our new spiritual condition — mercy is the out...

Welcome to episode 241 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the Church in crisis.    Key takeaways:    The reality:  Churches face both internal and external threats  The promise:  Christ is building the Church and he will prevail  The church’s foundation does not depend on:  Gifted leaders  Perfect doctrine  Cultural acceptance  Impressive programs or large numbers  For the five c...

Welcome to episode 240 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of  finishing well.    Key takeaways:    The Christian life can be characterized by (among other things):  Agony – we will face hardship, suffering, disappointment, and pain  A race – this is not a sprint, it is a marathon we are called to finish  Perseverance – holding on to our faith until the end    We all fac...

Welcome to episode 239 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: • “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” — Matthew 5:6 • Why righteousness — not happiness — is the pathway to the blessed life. Key Takeaways: · The first three Beatitudes reveal man’s need — the fourth reveals...

Welcome to episode 238 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: • “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4 • “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” — Matthew 5:5 • What it means to live radically different between the Kingdom and the world. Key Takeaways: · The Good Life is...

Welcome to episode 237 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of parenting with gospel grace.    Key takeaways:    Children belong to God first, us second. We are stewards, not owners  Every moment can be a potential teaching opportunity.  Wise parents consider each child's unique personality, gifts, and calling when providing guidance.  The goal of biblical discipline...

Welcome to episode 236 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: • What the Good Life really is. • “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” — Matthew 5:3 Key Takeaways: · The Good Life is not normal — it is faith-full. · The world defines the good life as normal, but normal is wicked and chaff. ·...

Welcome to episode 235 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, we will examine the topic of digital discipleship.    Key takeaways:    Technology isn’t just a tool we use; it’s a tool that uses us—or more precisely, it shapes our habits, expectations, attention, and relationships.  If we don’t anchor identity in Christ, we will anchor it in public approval, and that becomes a new form of slavery.  So...

This week, we conclude our series on spiritual disciplines. Now that you have completed the material from the last six weeks, it is time to start discipling someone.   This episode provides practical guidance for how to identify and disciple someone else through the spiritual disciplines.

This week, we continue our series on spiritual disciplines. The content for this series is based on Donald Whitney's book, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Today, we will address the disciplines of learning and perseverance.

This week, we continue our series on spiritual disciplines. The content for this series is based on Donald Whitney's book, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Today, we will address the disciplines of silence/solitude & journaling.

This week, we continue our series on spiritual disciplines. The content for this series is based on Donald Whitney's book, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Today, we will address the disciplines of stewardship and fasting.

This week, we continue our series on spiritual disciplines. The content for this series is based on Donald Whitney's book, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Today, we will introduce spiritual disciplines and address the disciplines of Evangelism and Serving.

This week, we continue our series on spiritual disciplines. The content for this series is based on Donald Whitney's book, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life. Today, we will introduce spiritual disciplines and address the disciplines of Prayer and Worship.