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In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. Chapter 12 opens with the record of the Apostle James being killed by King Herod. James and his brother John once had an interaction with Jesus where he warned them about what it would mean to drink his cup. Is the Christian faith a path to an easy life certain of material success? What does the New Testament predict following Jesus w...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on Acts. The conclusion to chapter 11 speaks of God predicting a great famine was coming and how the believers reacted to this news. How do we usually respond to hearing of a negative event that will effect us personally? Are we most concerned about ensuring our own well-being or are we also mindful of what others are facing? Consider these th...

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye on Sunday, October 22 2023 at Lubumba Community Church.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. Today's text tells of the conversion of people in Antioch and how the church sought to instruct these believers so they might grow and fulfill the purpose of Christ in their lives. How do Christians grow? Where do they learn what they are supposed to do? Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds through th...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. The beginning of chapter 11 narrates Peter's return from preaching the gospel to the first all-Gentile audience. The Jewish believers accuse Peter of sinning by visiting Gentiles. What can we learn this contradiction of preaching salvation for all people while distancing ourselves from certain people? Consider this in...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. Does a person have any ability to save himself from sin? If not, how then can a person be saved? Consider these questions in another study of transforming our minds through the renewal of God's Word.

In this rebroadcast from his series on the Gospel of John, Musumba Jonathan teaches on John's statement that Christ came into the world and was not recognized or received by people. It raises a question about how people could fail to recognize God when meeting him and observing his behavior. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word.

In this rebroadcast from his series on the book of Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 14:34, which tells us "Righteousness exalts a nation, but sin is a reproach to any people."

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan focuses on a statement Peter makes when sharing the gospel with Cornelius. He mentions how God did not make Jesus appear to all men, but only to chosen witnesses. An important reality for believers to grasp is how their salvation is the work of God and is preserved by the power of God. Consider these things in today's episode of transforming our minds through...

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on Acts. This study looks at necessary distinctions believers must make in the areas of salvation, righteousness, and submission to the authority of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches from Acts 10 on the story of Peter being sent to the Gentile Cornelius. Up to this point in Acts, the Jewish believers had failed to realize that salvation in Christ was meant for all people. Peter receives a vision meant to prepare him to do what God wanted him to do, but the story also highlights how each of us can be more influenced by tradition than wh...

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa on Sunday, October 8 2023.

In this rebroadcast from the series in Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 19:25 and 29. Those verses describe different forms of correction for different learners. God tells us he chastens those he loves. If you're God's child, he is transforming you into the image of his Son. What type of learner are you? Do you turn at a simple rebuke? Or do you need to be beaten with many bl...

In this episode focusing on the introduction of Cornelius, Musumba Jonathan teaches on what the Bible tells us about how God draws people to himself. Some people ask themselves whether God is fair to judge some people who may never have heard the gospel or not had the opportunity to grow up in church. Does scripture give us answers to these questions? Find out in another episode of transforming ou...

In this rebroadcast from the Gospel of John, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the Jewish crowd's reaction to Jesus feeding them a free meal. They demanded that for them to believe in him, he needed to continue providing this free food. What do these things show us about human nature and the things we consider most important? Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with th...

In this rebroadcast from the Gospel of John series, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the necessity of faith in eternal life. Many times, people allow their own reasoning to dismiss what God says or how they view he has done things. Jesus condemned the Jews of his day for knowing the scriptures well, but failing to have eternal life because they didn't believe what the scriptures said.

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Charles Wasswa at Lubumba Community Church on Sunday, October 1 2023.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan teaches on the work that Christ has accomplished in a believer's salvation. Many times, professing believers feel that somehow their works determine their standing with God. But the Bible reveals the only way a person can ever be right with God is through the atoning work of Jesus Christ. There's no other way to the Father except through him.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan gives principles for how a believer can know God's will for their life.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series in Acts. The conclusion of Acts 9 narrates two different miracles. What does the Bible tell us about the purposes of miracles? Should we pray for and believe in the miraculous today? Consider these things in another study of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word.

Preached by Musumba Jonathan Michalski and translated by Musumba Allan Kisakye on Sunday, September 24 2023 at Lubumba Community Church.

In this rebroadcast from his series on Proverbs, Musumba Jonathan teaches on Proverbs 16:12-13, which speak about things that good leaders love and do. What do good leaders do? What things prosper the people leaders lead? Consider these things in today's episode of transformation by the renewal of our minds with God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on Acts. This study discusses how God uses trials in a believer's life to grow them, while also never giving his children more than they can handle.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan continues his series on the book of Acts. This study asks us some questions about what it means to live at the logical conclusion of the Christian faith and focuses on the Apostle Paul's example of such a life. Consider these things in another episode of transforming our minds with the renewal of God's Word.

In this episode, Musumba Jonathan returns to his series on the book of Acts. This study focuses on the need for the early believers to forgive the Apostle Paul all the wrong he had committed against them. God tells us in his word that unless we forgive others, he won't forgive us. That's easy to understand, but sometimes very difficult to live out. Consider these things in another episode...