Words for Life

God is incomprehensible and growing in our knowledge of Him is to be our life-long pursuit, not a one-and-done! Why? Listen as we take a look at how knowing God more and more helps us know ourselves, others and understand the world around us. 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 the earth, some people hated Him and some people followed Him.  Listen as we consider why Jesus’ message and ministry had such contrasting effects and how that can instruct and encourage us today.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order October 25-31). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980...

Embracing our God-given limits makes us able to reflect who God is and live the abundant life Christ came to give us. Link to book, None Like Him by Jen Wilkin: https://a.co/d/c4bmgk6

How do the different gospel accounts, taken together, form a complete testimony about Jesus Christ? Listen as we take a look at the gospel writers’ different perspectives and purposes in their accounts of the Messiah’s life and ministry.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/...

What does it mean to obey the Great Commission? Listen as we begin our new series called, None Like Him, based on Jen Wilkin's book. In this first installment in the series we look at how the fear of the Lord and living the Abiding Life equip us to live out the Great Commission Jesus gave us. Here is a link to the book we refer to in this Episode, None Like Him by Jen Wilkin: https://a.co/d/c4...

How do the events of the Old Testament shed light on what is going on in current events today? Listen as we talk about today in light of yesterday!  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). Referred to in this Episode:  1. Gary Hamrick of Cornerstone Chapel: Understanding current events in Middle East in light of Biblical history:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dNs2tt7auQ4 2. Lin...

In this final part of our Idolatry Series we look at what is the secret to knowing God’s sufficiency & power?  Listen as we look at what only God can do & what is the ultimate treasure we find in turning to Him instead of fake gods. Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6

How can the lives of two men who lived centuries apart and centuries ago impact our lives today?  Listen as we look at some of the parallels and principles in the accounts of their lives and how we can apply them to our lives in order to stand strong and flourish in our world today.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order, BONUS episode). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Ord...

How can the events of so long ago inspire us to take courage and act in faith obedience?  Listen as we look at one woman named Esther who was called by God to obey God and leave the consequences to Him…and what God accomplished because of it. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softco...

Why do we create & cling to false gods even when we know & love the One True & Living God?  In this episode we take a look at what God’s Word says about this dilemma & how to live free from the control of idols. Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6

What can we learn from God’s chosen nation, Israel, about the benefits of God-centered living? Listen as we consider this important principle and how to live it out for God’s blessing on our own lives today.   (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980296/pd/980291?en=go...

What is the most powerful idol of all?  Listen as we discover how to discern when people are our gods & how to keep God & people in the right order in our lives! Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6

What can we learn from the life of Daniel for our own lives today?  Listen as we consider the life of this man who knew God, walked with Him, served Him and glorified Him in such a way that kings and kingdoms could know the One True and Living God.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible...

How do lies & fears work together to lure us & hold us in the grip of our idols?  Listen as we uncover how the enemy uses them to entrap us & what we can do to get free & live free! Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6 The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christia...

How can we live victoriously in the midst of suffering?  Listen as we learn from the account of a godly man, Job, who endured great suffering and gained greatly from it.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ).  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...

Why are we drawn to false gods? Listen as we look at why we choose them, why they are so hard to resist & what is the remedy for freedom! Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6 The Daily Bible in Chronological Order : https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980296/pd/98...

Is anyone out of reach of knowing God?  Listen as we let the account of a world leader’s conversion to faith in the True and Living God encourage us to pray, trust and obey!  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). 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...

Why is the Word of God the foundation for living free from the false gods that want to enslave us?  Listen as we take a close look at the power we have when we access the amazing Word of God! Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6 The Daily Bible in Chronological Order : https://www.christianbook...

How can we see God’s faithfulness even in the dark times of our lives?  Listen as we contrast the lives of King Zedekiah and God’s prophet Jeremiah during a difficult time in the history of God’s chosen nation.  (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980296/pd/980291?en=...

What can we do to protect our souls from becoming attached to fake gods? The answer is simple: by keeping God at the center of our hearts by practicing the 3 Daily Disciplines. Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6 The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-b...

What can we learn from the cautionary tale of Israel's history that applies to our own lives as Christ-followers today? Listen as we explore a principle and a pattern from a dark time in the history of God's chosen nation. (Commentary on the Daily Bible in Chronological Order ). 1.Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/978073...

How do false gods lure us? Find out what causes us to seek them & serve them & what is the only thing powerful enough to free us from their grip! Referred to in Episode: No Other Gods by Kelly Minter: https://www.amazon.com/No-Other-Gods-Unrivaled-Pursuit/dp/1430087048/ref=sr_1_6?sr=8-6

What can we learn about the grace of God, the call of God, the power of God and the purpose of God from God’s dealing with His people Israel?  Listen as we look at what God’s Word says about it in the writings of Jeremiah and Ezekiel. (Commentary on The Daily Bible in Chronological Order ) 1.Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/978...

What does modern-day idolatry look like & how does it hinder God's plan for our lives & His purposes on the earth?  Listen as we uncover how idolatry traps us & prevents us from experiencing the abundant life Jesus came to give us. This is the 1st part in our 9-part No Other Gods series based on the Bible study of the same name by Kelly Minter.  Below is the link to her workbook wh...

What can we learn from the issues raised by two of God’s servants during a time of decline in the history of God’s people?  Listen as we look at how their interactions with God can give us encouragement and hope for today. (Commentary on The Daily Bible in Chronological Order ) 1. Link to The Daily Bible in Chronological Order: https://www.christianbook.com/niv-daily-bible-softcover/9780736980296/...