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This episode continues the study of Paul's final instructions to the Ephesian elders. Paul concludes his exhortation to them with a reminder about his example to them in work ethic and attitude towards money. False religion has been one of the most profitable trades throughout history, and within the church from its early days, false teachers have sought material gains through the gospel. What...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues teaching from Acts 20, which records Paul's final instructions for the elders of the church at Ephesus. Today's passage admonishes leaders with the need for being alert in watching over the flock of God. Where do enemies of the church come from? What is their motivation for attacking God's flock? Consider these questions in another study of t...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues teaching on Paul's final instructions to the Ephesian elders. This study focuses on Paul's declaration on teaching "the whole counsel of God" in his ministry. What is a leader's charge in expounding the truth of God's Word? What pressures might we face not to teach everything that God has revealed to us? Consider these questions...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Paul's instructions to the Ephesian elders. Paul's opening statement describes how he served our Lord in humility, tears, and trials. What does this teach us about the duties of Christian leaders? Consider this question in another episode of transforming our thinking through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from John 3 on perhaps the most famous passage in the whole Bible. It tells us that God so loved the world that he sent his Son to save people from the consequences of their sin. Enjoy another study of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Jesus' statement in John 3 predicting he would be lifted up. What Old Testament symbol was he referring to and what does this symbol reveal to us about God's method of salvation for all people? Find out in another study of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 29:26, a text which put their trust in rulers to solver their problems, but this is not actually where a person will find true help. In this time of war and political turmoil in various nations, where should a Christian's hope be? Consider this question in another lesson of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches more on Jesus' and Nicodemus' conversation about salvation. What reveals a person's spiritual life or death? What was the new covenant God promised he would give to truly transform people and set them free from sin? Consider these questions in another study of transforming our minds with the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his study of Jesus' and Nicodemus' conversation about entry into the kingdom of heaven.

Recorded for Impact Radio and Radio Uganda broadcasts week of August 5th, 2024.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Nicodemus' visit to Jesus and their ensuing conversation. What is the key issue to turn a conversation to when seeking to share about Christ with people? Find out in another study of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

This episode examines John 2:23-25, and the interesting statement John makes about Jesus "not believing" or "not entrusting himself" to the crowds who claimed to believe in him when they saw the signs he was doing. Are people generally faithful to the professions and promises they make? Consider this question in another study of transforming our minds through the power of God&#...

After the first time Jesus cleansed the temple of the traders and money-changers profiting there, the Jews demanded he show them a sign to prove he had authority to do such things. The Jews should have known what they were doing was wrong based on scripture, but they still demanded for further proof to substantiate what Jesus did. Many seek for extra revelation, or some visible manifestation or ev...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 29:25, a text which warns us that fearing people lays a trap for us. In what ways can the fear of man's opinion or power affect our behavior? Who is a Christian supposed to fear? Consider these questions in another episode of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the record of Acts 19 that relates an attack on Christianity led by a silversmith named Demetrius. Demetrius, and his fellow craftsmen, made much of their income from the sale of idols. In his attack on Christianity, he claimed he was concerned about the Ephesians' religion falling into disrepute, but was the real root of his animosity towards the g...

Recorded for Impact Radio July 31, 2024 Broadcast.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Acts 19 about the actions of new believers immediately after their salvation. What does the Bible tell us are the fruits of repentance? Where does a Christian receive victory over sin's control of them and the assurance they've been forgiven? Consider these questions in another study of transforming our minds through the power of God's Wor...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the first time Jesus cleansed the temple of the money changers and traders that were doing business there. One of the main motives of false religion has always material profit. What does God's Word say about those who practice such things? Found out in another study of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from the narrative in Acts 19 of 7 unbelieving men who attempted to use the name of Jesus to serve their own purposes. What happened to them and what does God have to say about people who claim to do things in his name that actually disagree with his person and work? Find out in another study of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 9:10-12, a text which instructs us that fearing God adds years and blessing to our lives.

Recorded for Wednesday July 24, 2024 Impact Radio broadcast, and Saturday July 27, 2024 Radio Uganda broadcast.

Recorded for July 17, 2024 Impact Radio Broadcast

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Proverbs 9. In this chapter, God compares and contrasts two different sets of truth claims and invitations every person has to choose from. They are described as the woman wisdom and the woman folly. Both tell people their way is best. Both promise people will find good things. These things serve as an example of the great battle for truth that has go...

Recording for July 10, 2024 Radio Impact Broadcast

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan uses Acts 19:8-10 to respond to the question - "What is the unpardonable sin?" What does the Bible say is the one sin that can't be forgiven? Consider this question in another episode of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.