Jesus Changes Everything

Lisa and I celebrate God's grace in the story of Gomer, remembering our dependence on Him. I consider the worldwide popularity of soccer as we end our World Cup journey. In Prophets I speak about Obadiah's message to the Edomites and to His people. Finally, why we ought to pray without fear.

I consider how we have fallen so short of our national ideals on the occassion of our 250th birthday. I remind us not to celebrate the fall of our enemies, but to love them. I offer up birthday requests for our listeners. And we ask that God would give us mouths that speak and ears to hear preaching with authority.

Lisa and I discuss the person and book of Esther, seeing her and its beauty. I consider the courage of baseball heroes pushing back against the homosexual agenda. Plus, Jesus pronounces judgment on unrepentant cities, and our shame in being ashamed of God.

I consider our calling to raise our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, praising my wife for her diligence. I explain why women preaching is a problem with understanding preaching more than understanding men and women. I remember polyster uniforms, concrete bowls and artificial turf from 70s baseball. Finally, why Paul's introductions matter and should not be overlooked.

Lisa and I discuss God's prophet, Huldah, and her role in Josiah's revival. I explore how no one really believes that there are no truths, and no right and wrong. In our Good News segment we explore John's question to Jesus, "Are You the One?" and delight in our standing as greater than John. Finally, we explain what fools we are to think we can influence the world through our worldly successes.

Lisa and I discuss the life of Jezebel and God's grace. I consider the shame that drives Pride Month, remember going to the pool as a kid and unpack Augustine's wise counsel, "Love God, and do as you please."

Lisa and I discuss the strength of character and the courage of Jehosheba in II Kings 11. Plus, how long will the American Empire stand? A ministry update, including info on my health and finally, how we all fall prey to legalism.

Lisa and I have a nuanced conversation on Bathsheba. I consider our call to not trust governments when it comes to pandemic news. Plus, Joel's message to God's people in every era and what we can learn from the Greek words ekklesia and kuriake about the nature and calling of the church.

Lisa and I discuss the wisdom and grace exhibited by Abigail in her encounter with David, and how she serves as a model of strong but gentle femininity. Plus, finding a middle ground between boomers and millenials. In Good News we unpack what it means to shake dust off our feet and we conclude by remembering God is the only one worthy of glory in our salvation.

I speak well of my friend David Knight. I consider the dangers of when our friends play fast and loose with the Consitution. I remember how we used to watch movies on television. And understanding irresistible grace.

I conclude my interview with David Knight on his new book, What It Means to Be a Christian. Plus, how we sell outrage on social media, and how all our needs are met in Christ.

I continue my conversation with David Knight on his new book, What Does It Mean to Be a Christian? Plus, how what upsets us shows our warped values, as news of marital infidelity in the sports world raises issues of awards voting. I seek out ministry partners and remember how God is pleased to use crooked sticks like us in order to make straight lines.

Part one of a three part interview with David Knight about his new book What It Means to Be a Christian. Plus, all the nubub over President Trump's meme. Hosea and Gomer from our prophets segment and finally, lessons learned from falling towars.

Lisa and I conclude our conversation on Ruth and Naomi. In a Curating Your Book Library segment I sttrongly commend Tony Reinke's wonderful book, God, Technology and the Christian Life. Plus, Good News considers Jesus noting the workers for the harvest are few, and finally, confess our embarrassment over God's wrath.

Today Lisa and I begin a conversation on God's grace in the lives of Ruth and Naomi. I consider the blessing of persecution in light of Jaden Ivey's release by the Chicago Bulls. I remember weird curricula in schools in the 70s and explore the importance of Paul's epistolary introductions.

Lisa and I discuss the "ministry" of Jael in driving a tent peg into Sisera's head. Plus, the glory of revealing our shame, how we ought to expose our failures to reveal His grace. We seek, once again, ministry partners, and finally, rejoice in the reversal wrought by our Lord's resurrection.

Lisa and I discuss the remarkable prophetess and judge in Isarel, Deborah. I consider the awkwardness of unwritten rules when it comes to paying workers. I give a summary of the ministry and message of the prophet Daniel and conclude by reminding us that we are to look through His good gifts to Him, the Giver.

Lisa and I continue our look at women in the Bible, today exploring the redemption story of Rahab. In light of the war in Iran I remind us how and why the Broken Window Fallacy is indeed a fallacy. Our Good News segment looks at the woman who touched Jesus' cloak and the little girl Jesus raised from the dead. Finally, the destructive reality of ingratitude, in the world and in the church.

Lisa and I discuss the grace in the life of Miriam. I consider the Iran War, Just War Theory and the limits of the Commander-in-Chief. Plus, the flying toys of the 1970s and how Spurgeon was a model of Calvinist fidelity.

Lisa and I speak about our church, Sovereign Grace Fellowship, and our plans for the future. I consider the state of the church in our day, and seek out ministry partners. Finally, how to better see Christ in His bride.

Lisa and I discuss the faith and courage of Moses' mothers. I consider how tariff threats have brought down tariffs, explore the life and minisry of Ezekiel and cover how the hunger for power animates fights among believers.

I give thanks for the manifold blessings of my wife. I consider the need for peace in the face of cultural uncertainty, explore Jesus' teaching on why His disciples did not fast and explain the glory and beaut of the communion of the saints.

Lisa and I discuss Rachel and Leah, drawing insight from our new mom sister ewes. Then, Iran, just war, and "national interests." In That 70s Kid we remember foods we ate then but rarely eat now. Finally, the folly of Israel's failure to finish the job in the Promised Land.

Lisa and I discuss the faith and faithfulness of Rebekah. I give thanks for our latest farm blessings, new born lambs, Lola and Lollipop. I explore the message of Ezekiel and then consider why the doctrine of creation is important, but error on it isn't heresy.

Lisa and I consider the faith of Sarah in her challenging life. I remember the role I played in the greatest play in the history of the NFL. In Good News we look at Matthew's calling as a disciple, and Jesus eating with sinners. Finally, we consider the blessings of revival and the dangers of revivalism.