Life and Faith Together

In this divided world, it's important that we learn to pray for our nation, even for the people we dislike. Following the example of King David, we consider the act of prayer after being delivered from a time of danger or a season of difficulty.

In this divided world, it is important that we learn to pray for our nation, including people we dislike.  We consider what it means to be a citizen of the United States and a citizen of the Kingdom of God.

In this divided world, it is important that we learn to pray for our nation, including people we dislike. 

"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign.  Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." (Isaiah 7:14, ESV)     This month, we will find insight and wisdom in God's word as we have fun exploring Christmas celebrations.   In the weeks leading up to Christmas, we will follow themes from Charles Dickens' classic work, "A Christmas Carol."   As the Ghost...

This month, we will find insight and wisdom in God's word as we have fun exploring Christmas celebrations. In the weeks leading up to Christmas, we will follow themes from Charles Dickens' classic work, "A Christmas Carol."   We begin with introductions to Ebenezer Scrooge and Marley's Ghost. Marley, Scrooge's long-deceased business partner, is one of four characters with important messages for Sc...

"Come to Bethel, and transgress; to Gilgal, and multiply transgression; bring your sacrifices every morning, your tithes every three days...."  (Amos 4:4, ESV) The (Not So Famous) Book of Amos is a relentless call to relationship, repentance, and righteousness. This five-part series will delve deeply into The Book of Amos, a valuable and historically significant text. You will be challenged to exa...

"Do two walk together, unless they have agreed to meet?" ( Amos 3:3, ESV ) The (Not So Famous) Book of Amos is a relentless call to relationship, repentance, and righteousness. This five-part series will delve deeply into The Book of Amos, a valuable and historically significant text. You will be challenged to examine your life of faith, and to renew your relationship with the Living God.  

"Do not be deceived: God is not mocked,  for whatever one sows, that will he also reap." (Galatians 6:7)

"You were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'" ( Galatians 5:13-14, ESV )

Very few words have caused more disagreement than the opening stories in the Book of Genesis. As you read through these familiar words, here are a few tips to help you discern the powerful importance of and meaning within the words. To understand the Bible, you must let the words speak for themselves, without adding to or taking from the powerful message within the text. These steps may help you t...

The  Lifetime Bible Journal is a place to keep your personal notes as you read and study the Bible. This journal will help you to grow in your faith, year after year. For those who teach or preach from the Bible, this tool is essential for a lifetime of effectiveness. The more attention to give to it, the more likely this journal will become one of most important resources for your ability to grow...

The Gospel of Luke is a magnificent telling of the life and work of Jesus. But there is much more to this writing than what meets the eye. There are some elements of this writing that cannot be translated into 21st century American English.   Dr Green will discuss Luke's Gospel and the life-changing resurrection of Jesus from the dead. Dr Green will also compare the three Synoptic Gospels (Matthew...

Merry Christmas! This special episode is the Christmas Story, as found in the Gospel of Luke (chapter 2).   Resources mentioned in this video (with links to purchase the books):    Read On! A Guide for Reading Through the Bible  by David H Green ( https://amzn.to/47KxgSC)  This link is part of an Affiliate relationship with Amazon. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may receive a small c...

The Gospel of Mark is a foundational part of the New Testament. Written earlier than other New Testament texts, the Gospel of Mark is an unvarnished presentation of the life and work of Jesus. In this show, Dr. Green will look to the beginning and the endings found in the Gospel of Mark. Together these clearly reveal the heart of Mark's message. Mark is clear that Jesus is the Messiah, the anointe...

Jesus teaches some of his most important lessons in the Gospel of Matthew. Here you can find five speeches that, when read together, reveal details of the relationship between Jesus and his disciples. In Matthew's Gospel, Jesus speaks to his original audience. Even more than that, Jesus speaks through them to our modern world. His lessons are powerful and personal. The invitation to follow Jesus i...

The Gospel of Matthew appears in the form of a story. Written and presented for ordinary people, the story is understandable and deeply moving. Written for an audience that lives in a world much like ours, the faith of the church becomes accessible.     This video introduces Matthew's story. A great way to begin reading through the Bible, you can start today!     Resources mentioned in this video...

Many people try. Some even succeed.   This is your invitation to join us as we read throught the Bible, beginning December 1, 2023. We will start in the Gospel of Matthew. Our daily readings can be found in "Read On! A Guide for Reading Through the Bible in One Year." The guide is available on Amazon.   Reading through the Bible each year may be the most helpful discipline for living your life of...

Thanksgiving Day and Giving Thanks "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, ESV) In the United States we are preparing to celebrate our annual Thanksgiving Holiday. This event is celebrated with a national holiday, sporting events, and a great feast. Millions of people will travel great...

Without gratitude, there is no hope. Without hope, there can be no gratitude. Our national tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving is an enduring observance of hope for the future.  In the past, our nation has had an annual thanksgiving observance, even in a time of uncertainty or tragedy. Looking at a few of these difficult celebrations (1793, 1863, and 1963), we can see the pattern of hope that in...

Your Lot in Life is Your Legacy. After a year of multiple surgeries and an unexpected retirement from parish ministry, Dr. Green reflects on his lot in life and the legacy of his pastoral work. With much gratitude he compares his feelings with comforting words from Psalm 16. "The LORD is my chosen portion and my cup; you hold my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have...

Psalm 106:1-2, 6, 44-48 (ESV)      1 Praise the LORD!  Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!  2 Who can utter the mighty deeds of the LORD, or declare all his praise?             6 Both we and our fathers have sinned; we have committed iniquity; we have done wickedness.  44 Nevertheless, he looked upon their distress, when he heard their cry.  45 For t...

1 Chronicles 29:10-13 (ESV)      10 Therefore David blessed the LORD in the presence of all the assembly. And David said: "Blessed are you, O LORD, the God of Israel our father, forever and ever. 11 Yours, O LORD, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O LORD, and you are exalted...

Luke 11:1-13 (ESV)      ​ 1 Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples."      2 And he said to them, "When you pray, say: 'Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. 3 Give us each day our daily bread, 4 and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us...

Luke 11:1-13 (ESV)      ​ 1 Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples."      2 And he said to them, "When you pray, say: 'Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. 3 Give us each day our daily bread, 4 and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us...

Luke 11:1-13 (ESV)      ​ 1 Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples."      2 And he said to them, "When you pray, say: 'Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. 3 Give us each day our daily bread, 4 and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us...