The four Gospels report several details of Jesus’ resurrection differently, but we believe inconsistencies actually lend to credibility. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
In a recent podcast we examined several areas critics claim the Bible sends mixed messages about God. One is the general accusation that God is a God of confusion. God should just reveal Himself and make everyone happy! That’s a nice storybook-like approach but it has no basis in reality. God is a God of plans and purposes that are far too complex be known by everyone. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
Gossip and slander are everywhere! In a recent podcast, the kindest definitions we could come up with were; Gossip - hushed, idle and careless talk. Creating or repeating things that aren’t true, aren’t complete and are nobody’s business. Slander - an out loud misrepresentation of someone with the intent to damage them. Gossip and slander are permanent residents in our daily lives. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
The ransom Jesus paid on Calvary’s Cross is different from the salvation that comes to each of us afterwards. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
Envy is the emotion that occurs when we experience an extreme desire for something someone else has. One is based on loss and the other is based on something that’s out of reach. Jealousy and envy easily take root in our hearts. They seem natural and therefore tolerable. Not good! The Bible calls them out as grievous and deeply damaging sins. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
The book of Hebrews emphatically states that Old Testament sacrifices could not remove sin. While providing a temporary bridge to harmony with God they needed yearly renewal. Jesus was THE sacrifice for the world’s sins, given once for all humanity. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
In a recent podcast we looked at the surprising number of Old Testament references to the resurrection. This tells us that resurrection was in God’s plan right from the start and THAT is comforting. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
True repentance is one of the single most powerful decisions we can make. It’s all about reversal. It takes the pause that regret gives us and transforms it into a full fledged stop and consider moment. This moment now becomes the catalyst for a reversal of direction which takes the well being of the wronged individual and makes it our priority. Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
The Prodigal Son is One of Jesus’ most famous parables. Most interpret this story to depict sinners running away from God and then coming back. Inspirational? Yes, but NOT the main point. The strange parable of the Unjust Steward that detailed exactly what was happening as the Pharisees were losing God’s favor. What lessons can we learn from these two parables? Watch this short vlog and then listen to the full podcast of the same name.
How and where was the Gospel first spoken and what does that tell us about where and how we should preach today? What IS the real Gospel? Watch this short vlog then listen to the full podcast of the same name for more details.
