Living Biblically

How do we bring glory to God in regards to our relationship to the civil government? Josh Buice explains in this video that the Bible tells us in Romans 13 that God has instituted the civil government for our good. Accordingly, we're not to fear the government because we're not lawless individuals. Those people who are lawbreakers and who are lawless, they're to fear the government. As we submit t...

How can parents teach their children to glorify God? Brian Borgman discusses in this video how parents can teach their children to glorify God. He emphasizes the importance of instruction, including teaching children that they were made in God's image and that their chief purpose is to glorify God. He also emphasizes practical application, such as behaving in a way that glorifies God. However, he...

Who can be a theologian? Dr. John Snyder believes that every girl should be a theologian and strive to have a knowledge of Christ that is no less clear or developed than their husbands'. He recalls a pastor's wife who challenged a group of women to get to know Christ better than any other man. Dr. Snyder notes that it is easy to give the impression that theology is only for men due to their leader...

How can young children glorify God? In this video, Dr. Joel Beeke speaks to children and shares several ideas of how they can glorify God while playing with their siblings. He suggests sharing toys and not being selfish, as loving your neighbor is a commandment of God. He also emphasizes the importance of getting along with siblings and not being greedy while playing.  Dr. Beeke tells a story...

How do we find true satisfaction in life? In this video, Toby Logsdon discusses the meaning of life and how it relates to finding true satisfaction. People who do not understand that their purpose is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever will not find satisfaction in anything.  Money and material possessions do not bring happiness, as even billionaires can be miserable. However, those who find...

How can we help to make our homes a place of worship? In this video, Kevin Swanson emphasizes the importance of defending homes as a place of worship, where families glorify and enjoy God. He encourages mothers and daughters to be the managers of their homes and to promote worship throughout the week. Swanson argues against the worldly mindset of competition and career-mindedness. Instead, he advo...

How does entertainment take away from the glory of God? In this video, Jason Dohm discusses how entertainment culture takes away from the glory of God in two ways. First, it diverts our affections and causes our love for entertainment to grow instead of focusing on God, who is truly worthy of our adoration. Second, it consumes our time, which has an opportunity cost, meaning that once we spend it...

Does the principle of modesty apply to men? Dr. Carlton McLeod explains in this video that men must also be aware of the need for modesty. While the principle of modesty is often directed towards women, it also applies to men. A man needs to look at his wardrobe and ask pertinent questions. Does this glorify God or does this glorify me? Am I shining forth the light of Christ as I go about my day w...

How can Christians navigate difficult situations within the Church? In this video, Jeffrey D. Johnson discusses how to glorify God in church life when relationships are strained and things are difficult. He emphasizes that the fruits of the Spirit, such as patience, long-suffering, and kindness, are designed to be utilized in the church, as it is full of Christians who are struggling with sin.&nbs...

What are some things to remember when it comes to technology and the local church? In this video, Scott Aniol discusses the benefits and potential pitfalls of using technology and internet resources for spiritual growth. He acknowledges that these tools can be useful for deepening our knowledge of God, but warns against allowing them to detract from our commitment to our local church and the pasto...

What is Paul referring to in 1 Corinthians 11:7? In this video, theologian Sam Waldron discusses how the glory of God manifests itself in masculinity or in a male human being. He references 1 Corinthians 11:7, which states that man is the image and glory of God, while the woman is the glory of the man.  Waldron clarifies that both men and women are made in the image of God, but that the conce...

How can Christians dress to the glory of God? In this video, Tom Ascol discusses the importance of dressing to the glory of God. He references 1 Corinthians 10:31 which states that everything we do should be done to glorify God.  Ascol believes that while there may be disagreements on what dressing to the glory of God entails, Christians must make an effort to dress in a way that reflects God...

How can a parent help their child to enjoy the Lord more? In this video, Rev. Robert McCurley explains how parents can help their children enjoy the Lord. He emphasizes that if parents love spending time with God, meditating on His Word, and praising Him, this joy and delight will spill over and create a contagious atmosphere of Christ's presence and glory in the home. What they do often matters m...

How are Christians to act in a dark world? In this video, Josh Buice reflects on the relationship between the moon and the sun as a metaphor for how Christians should operate in the world. He notes that the moon does not give off its own light, but rather reflects the light of the sun. In the same way, Christians are called to be a light in a dark world and to reflect the glory of God. Even on the...

What does the Bible say about modesty? Brian Borgman explains in this video that it is important to instill the importance of modesty in young women. The world teaches women to accentuate their sexuality to attract attention, which can lead to impure thoughts in men and ultimately hinder the ability of young women to find a worthy spouse.  While there will always be individuals with lustful h...

How can we glorify God on the Lord's Day? Dr. John Snyder explains in this video that when we think about living for the glory of the Lord and delighting in the Lord, one of the key things that God has given us is the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a day for believers to gather together around God and free their hearts and minds from the normal cares of life.  Dr. Snyder suggests that parents can he...

How do we explain what it means to enjoy God to unbelievers? Dr. Joel Beeke explains in this video that one thing that you certainly need to do is to tell unbelievers how much you enjoy the Lord -- that the Lord has given you eyes to see and ears to hear. The second thing you need to do is you need to tell them how empty life is without knowing the Lord. Third, it is helpful to use personal exampl...

What is one of the biggest problems in the church today?  According to Toby Logsdon, it's pragmatism. This philosophy of doing whatever it takes to fill seats has led to the adoption of man's ideas rather than God's. When the church echoes the same message as the world, it's a sign of compromise and worldliness. Ultimately, pragmatism opens the door wide for these worldly influences to infilt...

How can we help our children enjoy God? Kevin Swanson explains in this video that we can help our children to enjoy God by reading God's Word together and describe to our children how God has created the entire universe and is majestic in all of His works.  He shares that singing hymns together as a family can be helpful -- singing worship songs and giving God the glory for the wonderful thin...

How can parents enjoy God? Jason Dohm explains in this video that one way parents can assist in this area is for parents to guard against false conversion. We must teach our children what salvation truly means. Children cannot merely just take their parents' word for it but must actually run to Christ for salvation and be born again.   2 Corinthians 13:5 (NKJV) - "Examine yourselves as to whe...

How can we explain the glory of God to our young children? Dr. Carlton McLeod explains in this video that when he begins to explain the concept of the glory of God to his own young children that he finds it helpful to  explain what God has done so that they are in awe of God.  God made everything for His own glory. He sent His only Son to die for you so you could enjoy Him forever. He is...

What is an important thing to remember in regards to technology? Jeffrey D. Johnson explains in this video that technology can be used for both good and evil. For instance, time can be wasted through mindless scrolling of social media or we can view or listen to ungodly content.  Conversely, Christians can be edified through videos, blogs, and podcasts. Accordingly, we need to take advantage...

How can children glorify God? Scott Aniol explains that ultimately, we glorify God by obeying His commands. Specifically, we see that Scripture commands children to obey their parents and to honor their father and mother. Accordingly, Children can glorify God by honoring their parents and obeying them.   God is also glorified when children put others first before themselves and act unselfishl...

What does the glory and image of God look like in a man in a feminized world? Sam Waldron explains that it involves leadership. It involves protection of the family, providing for the family, and presiding over the family. Men are not called to be passive but to be intentional leaders.  When we talk about servant leadership, we are not referring to men not leading at all or passive leaders. R...

Why is God enjoyable? Tom Ascol explains in this video that God is enjoyable because every good thing that we enjoy is because of God. God made us. He created this world. Anything that cheers us is because of God.  To enjoy God means to recognize who He is and all that He has done for us. The most important thing that He has done is to send His Son. We will enjoy God for the rest of eternity...