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In this episode, we study God's instructions for how we relate to fellow Christians when our consciences differ in certain areas. Many times, conflicts arise when we feel very strongly about an opinion that the Bible doesn't justify, but we still feel it is right before God. How do we avoid quarreling and dividing with our brothers when our consciences differ, and how do we seek to love ea...

Recorded for Impact and UBC Radio broadcasts week of April 28, 2025.

In this episode, we study the Bible's instructions for what to do in matters of conscience. Sometimes, the Bible doesn't expressly forbid or comment on certain behaviors that we have strong feelings about. What do we need to know to train our consciences towards various issues? What should we do when our conscience doesn't align with what scripture reveals? Consider these things in ano...

In this episode, we begin to study 1 Corinthians 8. The chapter begins with Paul responding to another question the Corinthians believers had - how to view food offered to idols. The opening statements make a distinction between the results of theological "knowledge" and true Christian love. How do these things effect us, not only on this particular issue but in all decision making and p...

In this episode, we study 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, an action statement that begins by expressing to us that "time has grown short," and then explaining just how Christians should look at life from now on. What does God mean by these statements and what is right way for a Christian to think about his or her life? Consider these things in another episode of transforming our thinking through...

In this episode, we study 1 Corinthians 7:17-24, a passage where God tells believers to live the life they were called to. How is this message foundationally important for the Christian life? Do we sometimes worry about "not doing enough?" Do we sometimes compare ourselves with what other people are doing and think that means our Christian life is inadequate? What does God demand from ea...

Recorded for Impact and UBC Radio broadcasts week of April 21, 2025

Holden joins the podcast today to ask questions about forgiving our brothers and the responsibilities of husbands and fathers.

In this episode, we study 1 Corinthians 7:12-16, which give us instructions for Christians who got saved after already being married. It seems some members of this church were unsure about what to do if their spouse didn't share their new Christian faith. Also, what does God tell Christians about choosing a spouse? Is it correct for believers to choose to marry an unbeliever? Consider these questi...

In this episode, we study the Bible's instructions to us on the topic of divorce. Recent reports on divorce rates in the professing evangelical church in America describe a very sad reality. It would seem that Christian marriage has just as little chance of lasting as marriages between unbelievers. What does the Bible say is God's attitude towards divorce? How does the church fail its test...

In this episode, we study 1 Corinthians 7's instructions on serving God as a single person. If a believer chooses to remain single, what should that choice be based on? What is the way we each need to look at our lives in Christ? How should this shape the way we consider both singlehood and marriage? Consider these things in another study of transforming our thinking through the power of God&#...

Recorded for Impact and UBC Radio broadcasts week of April 14, 2025.

In this episode, we study on God's instructions for the practice of intimacy in the marriage covenant. Some people outside the church accuse God and Christianity of being anti-sex, due to the clear biblical condemnation of sexual immorality and perversion. With that being understood, what instructions does God give to Christian spouses to ensure that their relationship is healthy in this area?...

In this episode, we begin to study 1 Corinthians 7. The context of that chapter is the Apostle Paul answering questions the church had sent him about marriage. People were wondering whether it was best for a Christian to remain single, while there were then (as there are now) various cultural and peer pressures on people to get married. So, what principles does God give believers to guide them in...

In this episode, we focus on 1 Corinthians 6:12-13, a passage which says all things are lawful, but not all things are helpful. We know in Christ that Christians have great freedom, but what should be one of the guiding factors which lead us in deciding what things we put into our minds? Though something might not be sinful per se, are there some things which Christians allow themselves to "n...

Recorded for Impact and UBC Radio broadcasts week of April 7, 2025.

This episode is a special tribute to Ann Peckham, affectionately known as "Jajja Ann" to her friends and family. Jajja is the Luganda word for grandparent. Ann passed away early Saturday morning, March 29, 2025. Memorial services are being held this afternoon (April 4) at Eagles Wings Children's Village in Uganda, and tomorrow at Oak Bluff Bible Church in Oak Bluff Manitoba. Death re...

In this episode, we consider the ramifications of God's statements that believer's have been purchased by God and we no longer belong to ourselves. Many times, when people think of their covenant with Christ, they think of being set free from obligations of the law. While this is true, what greater obligations do Christians now have if they are not their own but are Christ's? Consider...

In this episode, we focus on God's exhortation for believers to "flee sexual immorality." What special position does a Christian have with God that makes sexual sin particularly devastating and corrupting, both for the believer's well-being and their ministry as a Christian? Find out in another study of transforming our thinking through the power of God's Word.

In this episode, we study the description in 1 Corinthians 6 of those God says "will not inherit the kingdom of God." Interestingly, the Apostle Paul highlights that some of the members of the church at Corinth used to fit in this category. What does that tell us about the gospel and how does it help answer those who are critical of church-discipline by suggesting that it gives no grace...

Recorded for Impact and UBC Radio broadcasts week of March 31, 2025.

In our second episode in 1 Corinthians 6, we continue to look at God's commands to the church to mediate and give judgment when disputes arise between believers in the congregation. Since we must at times be in the role of mediator and judge, how can be sure that we will fulfill this role faithfully and actually mete out true judgment to people? Consider this question in another study of trans...

In this episode, we study 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, a passage which explains that the Corinthian church had another very detrimental issue to their Christian witness. They were getting into disputes with each other and suing one another in secular courts. What damage would this do to the church's reputation and what is the new perspective Christians need to have to stop being most concerned about t...

In this episode, we study the results that biblical church discipline will have in a congregation. These results are connected to the purposes scripture lays out for church discipline, so they should make sense to us in why this practice is so important. However, because church discipline is unpopular, we tend to shy away from fulfilling these instructions. How are Satan's agenda and methods a...

In this episode, we study the purposes given in 1 Corinthians 5 for why biblical church discipline is essential. Church discipline is obviously unpopular and difficult to practice, so why is it that God insists we follow these instructions? What is God's desire for sinners? Consider these questions in another episode of transforming our thinking through the power of God's Word.