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In this episode, Musumba Jonathan answers question from the LCC congregation relating to the church's recent series on biblical finance.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 27:1, a verse which describes how people often boast about what they will do in the future, even though none of us actually knows what the future holds. What does this reveal about our hearts? Find out in another lesson of transforming our minds with the renewing power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 5:1-14, a passage which warns young men from considering pursuit of the forbidden woman. Why is that what is forbidden is often attractive to us? What does that say about our trust in God and our own nature? Consider these things in another lesson of transforming our minds with the renewing power of God's Word.

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, February 25 2024.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on 3 verses from Proverbs 29, which instruct parents on disciplining their children. Many professedly Christian people's perspectives on a variety of topics today are more influenced by culture than what the Bible says. The topic of disciplining children is a great example of this. What does the Bible say is the correct method for disciplining children...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 30:21-23, a passage which describes several things which are "intolerable." What does God consider to be intolerable? What do these intolerable things cause in our lives? Find out in another episode of transforming our minds through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. The end of Acts 15 narrates a rupture in Paul and Barnabas' relationship over a disagreement about John Mark. The two friends end up separating and going in different directions intending to serve Christ. It's ironic that we can sometimes go out to work for God while having been disobedient to him in some way. What are some th...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. This lesson considers the response of the Jerusalem council to the heresy of adding works of the law to the gospel for salvation for Gentile believers. While the council made clear salvation was by faith in Christ alone, what effects is this free gift of salvation meant to have in a believer's life? Consider these things in anothe...

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday February 18, 2024.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 30:18-20, a passage which talks about several things that happen without leaving a trail of evidence to show they took place. Sometimes, we think our sin is like that. We believe it will never be known and we move on with life convincing ourselves we aren't guilty. What does the Bible say about this? Find out in another episode of transform...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. Chapter 15 narrates the first heretical attack on the gospel faced by the early church, and the Jerusalem Council's response to it. There is much for us to learn both from the way the gospel was tampered with in this heresy, and the people group that were promoting it. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our m...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in the book of Acts. Acts 14:23 tells us that before the apostles appointed elders in the churches they planted in different cities, they spent time in prayer and fasting. God tells us we are supposed to commit all our plans to him and then he will direct our thinking. But is this something Christians do regularly? If we struggle with it, why...

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kiskaye at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, February 11 2024

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 29:27, a verse which describes how those who obey God and those who disobey God must needs be at odds with each other. There is great pressure for Christians to conform their message to be acceptable to cultural norms and opinions to avoid conflict. But the Bible teaches us that the consequence of being on God's side is that we will come in...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Proverbs 29:20, a verse which tells us that there is more hope for a foolish person than a person who is hasty in his speech.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Acts 14:23, a text which describes the appointment of elders in every church that had been planted by Paul and Barnabas. Some churches have different opinions on whether having a pastor with unilateral authority, or a council of elders is the scriptural model. That issue is the focus of another study of transforming our minds through the renewing power...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. Acts 14:22 predicts that believers must pass through tribulation to enter the kingdom of God. This is very controversial when compared to the prosperity gospel heresy popularized amongst many churches. What predictions does the New Testament make about ease or trouble in the Christian life? Find out in another episode of transforming...

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, February 4 2024.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 28:27, a verse which promises blessing to those give to the poor, and a curse to those who ignore a poor person's need.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 5:20-23, a passage which asks why we choose to destroy ourselves by taking what God hasn't given us rather than being content with what God has given us.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 18:21, a verse which tells us that "death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits."

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, January 28 2024 at Lubumba Community Church.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 12:10. This proverb compares and contrasts the extent of the compassion of righteous people with the limitations of a wicked person's mercy.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 12:15-16. These proverbs contrast the behavior of wise and foolish people in the areas of listening to counsel and controlling our emotions.

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday January 21, 2024 at Lubumba Community Church.