Wise For Salvation

Christ sacrificed himself on the cross for our good. He found joy in the greater purpose and willingly gave up his life. Apart from a transformed heart, we won't follow that example. But if we have been saved and given a new heart, we can find joy in sacrificing for the good of others. Episode text: Heb. 13:16 (NIRV); 1 John 4:10 (CSB) Closing Question: Is it hard for you to sacrifice for someone...

When we are treated unfairly, we are called to respond as Jesus did when He was persecuted. We respond with grace, patience, and trust in God. Episode Text: 1 Peter 2: 21-25 Closing Question: Next time your treated unfairly what can you think and do differently in order to respond in a Christ like way? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hebrews 7:25 tells us that Jesus is alive and He is praying for His people! James 5:16 calls us to pray for one another. For Christians, who have been given access to the throne of God through Jesus, we can come to God with requests and prayers on behalf of others. Episode Text: Heb. 7:25; James 5:16; Heb. 4:16 Closing Question: Who can you pray for today? Who is an unbeliever in need of salvation...

God is gracious to grant salvation to all who come to Him with truly repentant hearts. Repentance means we turn away from our sin and towards Jesus with humility and a desire to change. Episode Text: Acts 26:18 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Through the broken body and shed blood of Jesus, we can enjoy fellowship with God. We celebrate that union with Christ through the Lord's Supper as we remind ourselves of His sacrifice, celebrate our Savior, and look forward to His return. Episode Text: 1 Corinthians 1:9 Closing Question: For anyone in your home who participates in the Lord’s Supper, why is it meaningful to you? Kids, if you haven...

Episode Text: Romans 12:1-2 Closing Question: What would it look like to offer yourself as a living sacrifice to Jesus? What are some ways you can give him your best and your all? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jesus perfectly reveals the Father. As our perfect Prophet, Jesus communicates who God is; what He is like and how He acts. As believers now filled with God's Spirit, we are sent as Jesus was to reveal, through the proclamation of the Scriptures and the way we live, who God is. Episode Text: Hebrews 1:1-3 Closing Question: Hebrews 1 tells us that Jesus “is the exact likeness of God’s being.” and t...

The Lord has blessed each of us with different gifts and abilities. We are called to use those gifts to glorify God. Episode Text: 1 Cor 12:17-20 Closing Question: What talents, gifts, or abilities has God blessed you with and how can you use those gifts to glorify God? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Text: Matthew 11:28 Closing Question: Can you think of a time that you did a good deed with the wrong motivation? Share about that with your parents. Parents, share your own experiences with your children. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pharisees' motives in approaching Jesus were wrong. Their goal was to win an argument and come out on top. Let's be sure that when we tell others what it is that we believe, that our motivation isn't to argue someone down, but to speak the truth in love. Winning an argument shouldn't be our goal. Episode Text: 2 Timothy 2:23-25 Closing Question: Do you think it’s scary to tell someone about Je...

Jesus turned greatness on its head, showing us that humility is the mark of true greatness. Humility isn't celebrated in our culture but Jesus overcame sin and death through his humility. We, like Jesus, are to humble ourselves so that through Jesus we can be raised at the proper time. Episode Text: 1 Peter 5:6 Closing Question: What is one way you can change your attitude or actions to humbly ser...

God has given us His Holy Spirit to live the Christian life. Though God has dealt a death blow to Satan, God's enemy continues to wage war against the King and His people. By fighting in God's strength, through His Spirit, and standing firm in the armor of God, the Christ can resist the devil and walk in victory. Episode Text: James 4:7 Closing Question: “Satan is active but can we blame every bad...

Jesus is the light of the world. When we follow Jesus, His light helps us to see the world as it really is. In truth, we can see with clarity and follow faithfully. Even when things might seem difficult, if we are walking with Jesus, we are walking in the light and we will not trip and fall. Episode Text: John 8:12 Closing Question: “Share a time or situation where you saw dimly at first but then...

Episode Text: Matthew 7:13-14 Closing Question: “How is your family’s attitude, activities, schedule, and lifestyle different because you are on the narrow road?” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lesson Text: Matthew 22:9; Ephesians 5:31-32 Closing Question: “What are some ways you and your family can resist distractions in order to be sure you stay focused on Jesus and his kingdom? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Using the Parable of the Sower, we'll explore how God's kingdom grows one heart at a time. As the conquered heart receives and believes God's word, they turn from their sin, recognizing their rebellion against God, and put their faith in Him. Episode Text: Colossians 1:5-6 Closing Question: “The good soil produces fruit. What kind of fruit would we see in someone who has received and believed God’...

Jesus uses stories of every day things to help us understand how God loves us Episode Text: John 10:14-15 Closing Question: Can you think of your own parable that shows how much God loves us? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds us that those who are merciful are blessed for they shall receive mercy. But mercy is not our natural response when offended or wronged, is it? We desire to see evil-doers punished and justice done! God satisfied His justice against sin on the cross when His Son Jesus offered up Himself as a sacrifice for sinners. As a result, we can walk in forgiveness an...

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus reminds us that those who are merciful are blessed for they shall receive mercy. But mercy is not our natural response when offended or wronged, is it? We desire to see evil-doers punished and justice done! God satisfied His justice against sin on the cross when His Son Jesus offered up Himself as a sacrifice for sinners. As a result, we can walk in forgiveness an...

Jesus came in the flesh. Unlike every other religion which demands that we try to hopelessly reach God through our own work, God graciously sent Jesus to make a way for us. That's why Jesus can declare that He is the only way to God. Episode Text: John 1:14 closing question: Who in your life does not believe in Jesus? How can you humbly and lovingly help them to know THE Way to eternal life? Hoste...

With Jesus' life and ministry as our example, we are called to be caring and show compassion to others. Episode Text: 1 Peter 3:8-9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Through a relationship with God, we can come to Him in prayer knowing that He cares and He hears. Episode Text: Psalm 86:6-7 Closing Question: Have you ever come to God in desperation for a need you knew only He could meet? Share with one another how you saw God answer that prayer, even if it wasn’t how you expected or wanted. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The importance and joy found in friendships with fellow believers in Jesus. Episode Scripture: Proverbs 13:20 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God promises His presence and power to those who believe. Episode Text: John 14:16-17 Closing Question: Why is God’s presence and power a good thing in the midst of suffering? Maybe consider how His presence and power connect to the rest of His attributes (goodness, wisdom, etc.). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Text: Ephesians 2:8-9 Closing Question: If I don't have faith, how can I get it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.