School of Ministry Resources Podcast

This episode examines John 8:51–59 and connects Jesus’ bold declaration “Before Abraham was, I am” to the Christmas truth that Jesus is not merely a newborn but the eternal I AM who came to redeem. The lesson explains the Old Testament background of God’s name, Jesus’ authority over sin, spirits, Satan, and death, and why His claim demanded a response. Listeners are invited to consider how this re...

The Apostle Paul, writing from prison in Philippi 1:7–8, expresses deep joy and affection for believers who share in the work of the gospel. Despite hardship, his confidence and gratitude reveal a fellowship rooted in Christ. This episode explores spiritual joy as a gift of the Holy Spirit, the enduring bond of Christian fellowship, and how Christly affection sustains believers beyond circumstance...

In this episode we examine Luke 1–2 to show that the true Spirit of Christmas is worship — an inward, Godward response as seen in Mary, Elizabeth, Zacharias, the angels, the shepherds, Simeon, and Anna. We contrast superficial holiday rituals with heartfelt praise, and this highlights Mary’s recognition that this child was her Savior, and points listeners to Christ as Savior who brings peace and r...

The Apostle Paul, inspired of the Holy Spirit, writes of the balance of prayer—petition and praise—and emphasizes thanksgiving for God’s work in our lives. Using Colossians 1:12, we learn three blessings believers already possess: an inheritance, deliverance from darkness, and transfer into Christ’s kingdom through redemption and forgiveness. The episode encourages ongoing gratitude, public and pr...

The Apostle Paul’s letter to Colossians in Ch. 1:9–11 emphasizes that revealed truth as one of the foundations for Christian action: we must know God’s will, gain wisdom and spiritual understanding, and apply these Biblical principles in daily life. The episode explains how knowledge leads to walking worthy of the Lord—pleasing God, bearing fruit, growing in maturity, receiving His divine strength...

In this remastered episode, we examine Colossians 1:5–10, showing how the gospel is both personal and universal: it spreads worldwide, produces spiritual fruit, and is rooted in God’s grace. This passage highlights Epaphras’s faithful witness, the priority of unceasing prayer, and the call for every believer to minister and pray for others. The heart of the message is Paul’s prayer that Christians...

The Apostle Paul, from Philippians 1:6 instructs us on God's assured work in believers — that God, Who began a good work, will carry it to completion, giving confidence, perseverance, and a joy of anticipation even amid trials. The episode explores salvation, sanctification, the "day of Christ," and practical encouragement to trust Gods ongoing work in the Lord's Churches and in individual lives.

The Apostle Paul opens Colossians by thanking God for the Colossians’ faith in Christ, their love for fellow believers, and the living hope reserved for them in heaven. The episode explores how the gospel is received by faith, produces self‑giving love, and anchors believers’ hope in Christ’s return. Using examples from Scripture and the ministry of Epaphras, the lesson emphasizes that true Christ...

Paul writes from prison with Timothy nearby, greeting the saints in Colossae and responding to Epaphras’s concern about a creeping mix of paganism, speculative philosophy, and legalism threatening the church. His central message is concise and pastoral: Christ is fully sufficient, the fullness of God dwells in Him, and believers are complete in Christ — so remain grounded in faith and don’t be led...

Join the School of Ministry as we explore 2 Kings 6 and the story of Elisha: how God’s omniscience exposed enemy plans, how spiritual eyes were opened to see chariots of fire, and how divine power both protected God’s people and turned foes into witnesses. This episode emphasizes trusting God beyond visible danger, the power of prayer, and the call to spiritual sight and mercy in daily life, only...

In this message we examine Luke 7:36–50,(remastered) where a sinful woman anoints Jesus’ feet and He uses a parable of debt to show that great forgiveness produces great love. The episode explains how transformed lives testify to the gospel and emphasizes salvation by faith alone, through the Word. The Word challenges listeners to witness to all people, recognizes the freedom to call on God for sa...

The Apostle Paul, in Philippians 1:3–5, thanks God for the believers and prays for them, giving us a model that prioritizes spiritual needs over material ones. The episode explores how joy, fellowship, and partnership in the gospel sustain Children of God, even amid trials. Using the example of the Philippian Church and Epaphroditus, the lesson encourages believers to grow in intercessory prayer,...

In this episode (remastered) we conclude our study through James.  We examine James 5:19-20 about rescuing those who have strayed from the truth—calling believers to examine evidence of genuine faith, reach out in love, and bring sinners back to salvation. The lesson emphasizes personal responsibility in the ministry of reconciliation, the danger of spiritual drifting, and the eternal stakes of sa...

This episode walks through Mark 5:1–20, recounting Jesus’ encounter with the demon-possessed man known as "Legion," His authority over evil spirits, and power to change the man’s mind, body and spirit. The message highlights Christ’s compassion, the community’s reaction, and how the healed man becomes a powerful witness, showing how one testimony can spread the gospel.

This (remastered) episode walks through James 5:13–18, explaining how prayer, openness, and the ministry within the Lord's Churches brings spiritual restoration and refreshment to believers. Using Elijah as an example, this message emphasizes earnest, faithful intercession, the cultural meaning of anointing with oil, and the importance of mutual honesty and prayer within the church for renewal and...

Welcome to School of Ministry Podcast where we examine 1 Samuel 23 and Psalm 27 about David’s darkest days, his flight from Saul, and the timely encouragement Jonathan brings. The episode explores how Biblical encouragement strengthens faith, points hearts to God, and empowers people to face fear and hardship. Listeners are shown how David learned to "strengthen his hand in the Lord," how true fri...

Welcome to School of Ministry Podcast where we now examine (remastered) James 5:12 about honesty in speech: Christians should avoid swearing by heaven, earth, or other oaths and simply let their "yes" be yes and their "no" be no. The episode explains the historical and Biblical background of oaths, examples from Scripture, and Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 5. The message calls listeners to examine th...

The Apostle Paul’s brief greeting in Philippians 1:2 opens a powerful lesson: God’s unmerited, abounding grace comes first and produces true peace with Christ. The episode contrasts fleeting happiness with deep, Christ‑rooted joy, explains grace as God’s undeserved favor, and shows peace as the reconciliation secured by Christ’s sacrifice. Through stories like John Newton’s transformation and bibl...

Welcome to School of Ministry where today we examine James 5:7–11 (remastered), on how believers should endure suffering by anticipating Christ’s return, remembering God’s judgment, and following the example of the prophets and Job. The episode outlines practical reasons for patience—hope in the Lord, fear of judgment, the model of faithful servants, promised blessing for endurance, God’s refining...

The Apostle Paul along with Timothy writes to the Church in Philippi from prison, recalling the unlikely beginning of the Church— with Lydia, a wealthy merchant, a former demon-possessed slave girl, and a converted jailer—and the ways God united them. The episode explores Philippians 1:1, focusing on Paul’s identity as a bondservant of Christ, the Biblical meaning of “saints,” and the roles of pas...

Hello and welcome — you’ve tuned in to the School of Ministry Podcast.  In this episode we examine James 4:13–17, warning against planning and boasting without God, exposing pride, presumption, and sins of omission.  God's Word explains the brevity of life—"you are a vapor"—and urges believers to make God central in their plans by saying, "If the Lord wills." This episode also outlines practical s...

This episode walks through Genesis 24, recounting Abraham’s servant’s journey to find a wife for Isaac, Rebekah’s response at the well, and their eventual marriage. Along the way the lesson highlights key themes of faith, prayer, obedience, and God’s guidance, and draws practical application for trusting God and acting promptly when He leads.

Hello and welcome. You've tuned in to the School of Ministry podcast. In this episode we unfold the parable of the wedding feast from Matthew 22:1–14, explaining its historical setting, the rejection of Israel, God’s judgment, the gathering of new guests, and the necessity of Christ’s righteousness. This episode walks through the parable’s scenes—invitation, rebellion, re-invitation to all people,...

Welcome to the School of Ministry podcast, where, in this remastered message from James 4:11 and 12, we examine how we have a love problem when we chose sin.  Our love problem is evident in our daily life, when we think we know better than God's Word.  This episode looks at the problem of slander and its harmful effects.   The message also considers the 10 Commandments through the lens of our love...

Welcome to  School of Ministry podcast where we examine 2 Peter 2:4-9 and Genesis 18–19 to warn Christians about becoming "used to the dark" in this remastered message.  Using Lot and Sodom as examples, we are called, as believers to resist cultural compromise, protect their families from ungodly influence, and shine the light of Christ in increasingly dark times. The episode contrasts Lot's compr...