Words for Life

What is God’s priority for our lives and why is it so important?  Listen as we look at this foundational principle for living the kind of life for which we were designed and how we can live it out in our daily lives. Referenced in this episode: 1.Link for the workbook we will be using as a guide: https://churchsource.com/products/30-life-principles-revised-and-updated 2. Link to the Charles Stanle...

God is continually moving forward His plan of redemption and everything that happens in our lives and in the world is a part of that.  In this episode we take a look at this truth as revealed through the lives of Joseph and Moses.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, January 17-23). Referred to in this episode: 1.Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christ...

What is the purpose of our lives and how can we live it out?  In this introduction to our series based on Charles Stanley’s 30 Life Principles , we look at what is the foundation of living a victorious life. Referenced in this episode: 1.Link for the workbook we will be using as a guide: https://churchsource.com/products/30-life-principles-revised-and-updated 2. Link to the Charles Stanley’s Life...

How can God use imperfect people to accomplish His perfect plan?  Listen as we take a look at how God moved in and through the lives of the Old Testament Patriarchs and why it is encouraging for us today! (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, January 10-16). Referred to in this episode: 1.Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible...

What does it really mean to live the Christian life?  Listen as we learn what Jesus said is the foundation of Christian living. 

Listen as we look at what God’s precious Word tells us about Himself and His plan for all of humanity in Genesis, the book of Beginnings.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, January 1-9). Referred to in this episode: 1.Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980296/pd/980291?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=b...

The deeper we know God the more effective our lives will be.  How do we do that?  Listen and find out how simple it is!

As we begin reading The Daily Bible in Chronological Order , let’s take a birds-eye view of the Bible as a whole and also, WHAT the Bible is exactly, WHO wrote it and WHY we read it!  My prayer is that as you listen to this episode you will be even more excited to open your Bible each day! Referred to in this episode: 1.Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/...

In this the final episode of the year, we consider the final book of the Bible and the hope we have in its message - more relevant today than ever!  We’ll also look at some tips for beginning a new year of reading the Daily Bible and flourishing as we abide in Christ and wait for prophesy to become reality!   This episode is a little longer than usual because of all that is in my heart to share wi...

The more we know God the more we will be able to willingly and thankfully submit to His authority in our lives.  In this final episode in our "God Is" Series, we consider God’s sovereignty and why only He is qualified to rule. Link to book referenced in this episode: None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:   ⁠https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6⁠

As the prophesies of Jesus’ life became a reality, the prophesies of Jesus’ return will likewise come to pass.  Listen as we look at what the Scriptures tell us about how we should we live in light of this and how we can! (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, December 20-26). Referred to in this episode: Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com...

God is limitlessly powerful and He gives us a measure of power to steward. Listen as we consider how important it is to stay cognizant of the source and purpose of the power He entrusts to us and what is the greatest manifestation of His power.  ( None Like Him Series, #10) Link to book referenced in this episode: None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:   ⁠https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6⁠  

What is the best prize in life and how can we win it?  Listen as we look at the example we find in the life and writings of the Apostle Paul – a man who fought the good fight, won the race and kept the faith and how we can too! (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, December 13-19). Referred to in this episode: Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbo...

How is knowing that God is all-knowing relevant to our lives? Listen as we discover the benefits of living within God's good boundaries for how much information we can process and what can happen when we try to push beyond His divine design for us. Link to book referenced in this episode: None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:   ⁠https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6⁠

In this episode we reflect upon God’s great grace in the finished work of Jesus Christ and the book of Romans. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, December 6-12). Referred to in this episode: 1. Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980296/pd/980291?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=bibles-0-20%7C980291&p...

How is knowing that God is fully present everywhere at all times relevant to our lives? Listen as we discover why the fact that God is limitlessly present and we cannot be can and should impact the way we live and our experience of life in this world that is not our home. Link to book referenced in this episode: None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:   ⁠https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6⁠  

In God’s sovereignty, He prepared the way for the birth and growth of His church – the spiritual body of Christ on earth.  We are exhorted to love each other with the love of God.  How can we do this?  Listen as we look at this foundational aspect of our life as new creations in Christ and how it fits into the Great Commission. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, November 29-Dec...

How is the knowledge that God does not change reassuring?  Listen as we discover why the fact that God is unchangeable and we are not can influence the way we live and our experience in the midst of this changing world. Link to book referenced in this episode: None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:   ⁠https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6⁠  

What does God’s Word teach us about our purpose and how to live it out?  Join us as we look at the Holy Spirit’s work in the early Church and the encouragement it provides for our own calling as Christ followers today. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, November 22-28). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/97807...

Why should the fact that God is eternal affect the way we live our lives? Listen as we look at what God says about time, how to use it wisely and how we can even use it to impact eternity. Link to book referenced in this episode: None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:   ⁠https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6⁠  

As we finish reading the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ earthly ministry and the founding of His Church, we see that the end was only the beginning!  Listen as we take a look the significance of this for ourselves today. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, November 15-21). Referred to in this Episode:  1. App mentioned in episode:  Life On Mission   2. Link to The Daily Bible in Chro...

How does embracing the truth that only God is self-sufficient allow us to live in God’s purpose for our lives?  Listen as we take a look at another way that God is different from us and why that’s a good thing! Here is a link to the book we refer to in this Episode, None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:  https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6

What is the golden thread that runs throughout Jesus’ message and ministry in His final journey to Jerusalem and His final week on earth?  Listen as we take a closer look at the message of Jesus’ life and indeed the entire Bible by looking at these “finals” in Jesus earthly ministry. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, November 8-14). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Ord...

Why is it important for us to understand that only God is uncreated?  Listen as we look at how living in this Truth can make us better stewards of all God has given us and live with peace regardless of circumstances. Here is a link to the book we refer to in this Episode, None Like Him by Jen Wilkin:  https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6

When Jesus walked on earth anyone could walk with Him and learn from Him.  Some did and some didn't.  Listen as we look at how we too have the same opportunity as people did in those days.  He is still Immanuel - God with us!  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, November 1-7). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softc...