Words of Life with Pat Murphy

Pat continues looking at the "letters in red" dictated by Jesus to John, and spoken AFTER his resurrection to the seven churches in Revelation.  This episode looks at the words to the church in Smyrna.

Pat continues looking at the "letters in red" dictated by Jesus to John, and spoken AFTER his resurrection to the seven churches in Revelation.  An in these words to the 1st Century church in Pergamum, we'll find plenty for us in our day as well.

Pat continues looking at those "letters in red;" this time, from Luke Chapter 9.  And we'll learn more about the "upside-down kingdom" that Jesus wants his followers to live in.

As Pat continues looking at those "letters in red," we'll find some great encouragement and some solid reasons WHY, God allows his children to be tested.

Pat picks up where he left off last time, with some words on "Believer's Baptism."

As Pat continues looking at the words of Jesus, he'll start a couple of shows on what the Scriptures teach about Baptism; beginning with some words from Matthew, Chapter 3.

Pat begins a series, looking at the words of Jesus.  This time; some words in Matthew, Chapter 11, and some thoughts on the "backpacks" we carry.

Pat finishes off his series on Advent with some reflections on the Advent Candle of LOVE. 

In this continuation of our theme, Pat shares some reflections on the Advent Candle of JOY.  (Hoping to warm the heart of every "nobody" who listens!)

We continue our devotional thoughts during this season of Advent, with the subject of "Peace."  Hard to locate sometimes in our world, but we can find it, as Mary did, as a gift from God. 

With the season of Advent beginning this year on December 1st, Pat shares some devotional thoughts.  This week, on the subject of "Hope."

Pat shares a very different perspective on a very well-known verse in Isaiah 28.

An important reminder, highlighted for us in the life of a man named John Mark.

In this episode, Pat will unpack some of the "stranger" elements of Jesus' encounter with a very wealthy man.

While the Christian life isn't easy, our growth may not be as difficult as we think.  Join Pat for some lessons on "abiding" in Christ.

The disciples asked Jesus a very direct question; "Lord teach us to pray."  Pat shares some thought on this most important of subjects!

On this episode, Pat will share some thoughts on a well-known parable of Jesus, this time from The Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 13.

 Pat shares some words on the sometimes "overlooked" member of the Trinity.

People who walk the closest to the Lord are the ones who recognize their flaws the most; but they live free and clean, anyway.  Pat shares a lesson learned in an old story.

Everyone likes a good story, and Jesus told some of the best stories in the form of parables.  In this episode, Pat gives an overview as to why he did. 

The Gospel of John and the Book of Genesis begin with some very similar words.  And while we know God created the heavens and the earth, how should we treat one another when we differ over the details?  Pat shares some thoughts.

Most of us know and love John 3:16. It's one of the greatest verses in all of the Bible. But there's a darker, "flip-side" to this verse, and every now and again, it's good to remind ourselves of it!

 Pat shares some thoughts about the great invitation Jesus gives to all of us "works in progress."

Everyone has heard of the "10 Commandments," but Jesus wanted us to make sure we obey the "11th" Commandment!  Pat will explain that, with a look at something our Lord repeated quite a bit to his disciples in the Upper Room.

We know that followers of Jesus are no longer under the law; but what about tithing?  Well, in this episode, Pat will put in his "10 cents" worth on the subject!