JEFF'S MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDY

In these last days, before the coming of the Lord, what does God want in our lives? According to James 5, He wants us to have our priorities in order, and to patiently wait for His return. Let's dive into this teaching together now.

It's been well said that if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. But the Bible takes that a step further, and warns us as believers against making plans that leave God out of the process. James gives us several good reasons for why that's a bad life decision. Join us now for this podcast Bible study in James 4.

Christians are repeatedly warned in Scripture about the dangers of worldliness. So how do we live in this world without this world living in us? Let's explore this important subject together in this podcast message from James 4.

The cornerstones of our faith are Christ's death on the cross and HIs resurrection from the dead. So why did Jesus remain on the earth for 40 days following His resurrection, rather than returning to heaven immediately? And what is the significance of His Ascension? Join us now as we answer these important questions.

It's Holy Week, so this week's special podcast message is focused on Good Friday., and some of the people associated with the crucifixion of Jesus. Join us now as we consider some "Faces From Good Friday."

What is wisdom, and how would you define it? Where does wisdom come from? Is wisdom the same thing as knowledge? We find the answers, and more, in James Ch. 3. Let's study God's Word together!

In every chapter of his epistle, James makes reference to the tongue, but it's in Ch. 3 that he really zeros in on how hard it is for all of us to control our words. Of course, the problem is not so much the tongue as it is the heart! Let's look now at what James has to say in this much needed exhortation.

In James Ch. 2, the writer tackles a growing problem in the church today - people who talk about their faith, without having any fruit or evidence for that faith in their lives. James argues that a saving faith is an active faith. Let's examine this important subject together now.

Did you know that favoritism or partiality is more than just a bad idea - it's a sin! James tells us why, and how serious of an issue it really is. Join us now for some important teaching from James Ch. 2.

Most of us have dealt with people who were all talk, and no action. But did you know that the Bible warns us as believers not to be that person when it comes to the Word of God? James warns against just being hearers of the Word, but not doers. Let's take a closer look at this important subject in James Ch. 1.

It was the British writer, Oscar Wilde who said, "I can resist anything, except temptation." That may be the world's attitude toward temptation, but Scripture has something quite different for us as believers. Let's align our attitude toward temptation with the Word of God in James 1.

In this podcast, we begin a series in the NT Epistle of James. James has a straight-forward way of helping us to align our attitudes Biblically, and on a variety of subjects - beginning with trials. Join us now as we begin this journey through James.

Everyone needs encouragement! There's even the spiritual gift of encouragement and exhortation. And no one in the NT embodied that spiritual gift quite like a man named Barnabas. His very name means "son of encouragement". Let's look together now at his life in the Book of Acts, where we too, will find encouragement.

Something that we don't often hear talked about, is the NT teachings on grieving and quenching the Holy Spirit. What does that even mean? In this podcast, we explore these NT warnings, in our series on the Holy Spirit.

What are the gifts of the Spirit? How do we receive them? How do we identity them? As we continue in our series on the Holy Spirit, we now come to the gifts of the Spirit. Let's look together at what the New Testament has to say on this important topic.

What is the evidence of being a Spirit-controlled believer? Among other things, it's having the fruit of the Spirit in our lives! Spiritual fruit is evidence of the spiritual root. Join us now as we take a deeper look at this important topic.

What does it mean to be filled with the Spirit? For some, it can be a confusing question, but for all believers, it's a very important question. Let's dive into God's Word and take a closer look at "The Power of the Holy Spirit."

For unchurched people, the mention of the Holy Spirit might prompt them to say, "The Holy Who?!", or "The Holy what?!" But even within the church, the Holy Spirit is a bit of a mystery. This series then will examine who the Holy Spirit is, and what He does. Join us as we begin with "The Person of the Holy Spirit."

One of my favorite songs by James Taylor is "Shower the People", where he sings, "Shower the people you love with love, and show them the way that you feel." Coming now to the 16th and final chapter of Romans, that's what the apostle Paul does - he showers the ministry people he loves with love! Let's explore this chapter together, and see how much Paul was a friend-maker, as well as a soul-winner...

With so many distractions around us, it's challenging to not loose focus on important spiritual things. In Rom. 14, Paul talks about that, and also gives us guidance for the grey areas of life. Let's see what that looks like, in a message titled, "Keep Your Eye on the Ball."

In Romans 14, we come to a much needed and helpful discussion about Christian liberty. What things are ok for Christians to do, and not to do? While many subjects are clearly addressed in Scripture, some areas are not. Thankfully, Paul provides us with helpful guidelines for addressing those grey areas. So grab your Bible, and let's see what Paul has to say.

What makes us, as believers, good Christian citizens? In Romans 13, Paul addresses this question and more. As believers, we are citizens of heaven, but we also have responsibilities as citizens here on earth. Let's examine this timely topic together...

When we become Christians, it affects many of our relationships, some for better, and some for worse! In Romans Ch. 12, Paul talks about practical ways for having a right relationship with God, with other believers, and even with those who persecute us. Join me for this helpful and practical word in a message titled, "Right Relationships."

Among Yogi Berra's most famous statements, was when he said, "It ain't over till it's over!" That's actually the perfect title for what Paul has to say in Rom. Ch. 11. In this chapter, Paul tackles questions about Israel's future: is God through with them? Is there any hope for them? The answers are clear, and so let's study this important chapter together now!

Have you ever heard of a special group of people, called the Whosoevers? It's all the people that call upon the Lord in faith! (Rom. 10:13). Having talked about God's divine sovereignty and election in Rom. Ch. 9, Paul now talks about human responsibility in Ch. 10. Let's open up God's Word together now...