Ray Reynolds Rap

People are uncomfortable talking about assurance.  They are unsure as to their own salvation.  This needs to change.  The beloved apostle John wrote to encourage his readers.  He wanted them to know that they had eternal life.  There is much more we have to learn about our walk with God.  

The disciples repeatedly asked Jesus for clues about His second coming and the final judgment. His responses were clear. No one can know the hour. Even Jesus Himself does not know the exact time. So, why do some pastors and teachers claim supernatural knowledge concerning eschatology? Easy... either they know more than Jesus (and the prophets) or they are teaching false doctrine. In this podcast w...

This particular podcast joins with the episodic series featuring real life stories (Episode 33). We follow the story of a woman who has struggled with her disobedient son and his poor life decisions.

There is little doubt that God is Wonderful and Awesome. One of the things that the Bible reveals is that He is a God of compassion. He loves His people. Even when we wander away, He still wants us back. Did you know that God is a seeker of lost things? In this podcast we will notice three stories that might change your perspective on the way God views you. 

We live in a very strange culture. If we do not open our eyes, and our hearts, will never be able to effectively reach people around us. Some people offer disparaging commentary on the church. They have assumptions that we are all harsh and negative. Our image needs to change. We need to be more like Jesus.

Joshua had a tremendous advantage as he led the people of God. He had an amazing mentor in Moses. In this particular broadcast we are going to discuss some things that led to his success. The majority of the content in this particular podcast was originally aired on the worldwide telecast Getting To Know Your Bible, a ministry of the Summerdale Church of Christ.

The spiritual battle we face is not only real, but also very dangerous. What do you know about your enemy? How do you plan to fight against spiritual hosts of wickedness? The church needs to begin preparing the Saints for battle.

The Easter holiday commemorates the resurrection of Jesus. What do you think about it? Do you believe there is adequate evidence? Have you believed and accepted the eyewitness testimony of those who claim to have seen Jesus? Are you completely confident in the “historical” accounts of the disciples? This is a matter of faith. It’s also something that we should not take lightly. In this podcast, we...

A recent study estimated that half of Americans living today will be diagnosed with some form of mental illness by 40. It’s time we started focusing on mental health. Specifically, this podcast is going to deal with how to improve our mental fitness. We will examine seven specific things we can do right now control our mental and spiritual stability.

Few things are as toxic as a relationship with someone who suffers from narcissism. It is difficult to work with, live with or co-parent with a narcissist. In this episode we will consider nine signs of narcissism.

It is very hard to praise God in the storm. The scriptures teach us to find joy, endure the fire, overcome in faith and be steadfast in the fight. David teaches us in Psalm 138 how he managed to be thankful despite his trials. What can we learn?

When you read the book of Acts, do you see any inconsistencies between the church of the first century and the church of today? I do. We work exceptionally hard at restoring certain elements of worship and Christian service, but many of us are lacking in the area of zeal. We lack passion and enthusiasm. We often give God as little as possible. In this podcast, we’re going to consider some words fr...

People often think that meditation is a concept that originated with Buddhism. However, the practice of meditation began much earlier and had its roots in the Bible. Both Old Testament and New Testament texts emphasize the necessity, and direct power, of Christian meditation. In this podcast, we will explore the benefits of meditation and mindfulness.

Millions of Americans struggle with depression. It’s not an easy thing to talk about with others. In this podcast we will recognize the importance of this topic and challenge ourselves to learn more about the silent killer.

The struggle is real. Millions of Americans deal with anxiety. In fact, since the pandemic the statistics revealed that more people struggle with stress, anxiety, and depression now more than ever. How can we deal with this as a disciple of Christ? We need to change our focus. In this podcast we will discuss eight things that can help us get focused in the right direction.

Why do we have fear and anxiety? Most of us have phobias, some more severe than others, but they still exist. How can fear be harmful for our relationships? What can God do to help us conquer our fears? It’s time to let faith be the default when the struggle is real.

We have an amazing God! Our God makes promises that are always kept. As we reflect on the covenants that God, that He has made with His people in the past, we can’t help but see that God took those promises seriously. God has made a specific covenant with us. He makes promises with us like He did with Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and the Israelites. He makes promises that will give us hope.

If you’ve read the Bible then you should know that God is a God of second chances! The Scriptures are full of stories about redemption, restoration, and atonement. What does that mean for you and me?

It’s something that we all want. It’s something we need. Hope. What can you do to get it? How do you keep it? In this podcast we’re gonna focus on what it means to have a biblical hope.

Where is the passion for talking about Jesus? In this podcast we consider what it means to be real witnesses for Jesus.

We have dropped another “Blast From The Past” lesson. This was recorded at the Summerdale Church of Christ on December 20, 2020 and is on the subject: The Peace of God.

The best gifts come from the greatest giver. God is the greatest giver and he gives the greatest gifts. In this podcast we’re gonna talk about the difference between happiness (temporary) and joy (eternal). As the children of God we are to be like our Father. What moves you? How do you give, share and live?

There are times we struggle with being thankful. This may be one of the most difficult Thanksgivings on record. Most of us are complaining and grumbling about what happened this year. Maybe we need to change our perspective. Just because things aren’t going the way we want doesn’t mean God is not good or deserving of praise. Let’s make Thanksgiving a spiritual holiday will never forget.

This is the 5th in a series of "Blast From The Past" Episodes from a lesson recorded at the North Brandon Church of Christ in Brandon, MS.  This was recorded in July 2020 on the subject of "Growing in Knowledge." Brand new content coming soon!

We have dropped another “Blast From The Past” lesson. This was recorded at the Creekwood Church of Christ in February 2016 and is on the subject: The Focus of God's Family.