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Grace to Grow

John Wilkersonpodcasters.spotify.com
God's precious Word is powerful! Our desire is that this podcast will help you foster a deeper relationship with God's Word and help you "...grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ...."
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Episodes

World Evangelism - Part 9

The ninth lesson in world evangelism is "Essentials to Missions," based from Acts 13. In this missionary effort recorded in God's Word, we find practical principles to engage in world evangelism.

Feb 28, 202512 min

World Evangelism - Part 8

The eighth lesson in world evangelism is based out of the book, "The Master Plan of Evangelism" by Robert Coleman. In these principles we learn the strategic approach that our Saviour used to train the disciples.

Feb 21, 202513 min

World Evangelism - Part 7

The seventh lesson in world evangelism is to get the most out of our soulwinning efforts. We will consider the methods used by the Apostle Paul and perhaps see why God used him in such a great way. Our willingness to follow his example could make all the difference for us.

Feb 14, 202512 min

World Evangelism - Part 6

The sixth lesson in world evangelism is to examine the reasons why the entire world has yet to hear the message of the Gospel. We will look at six possible reasons given by early twentieth century pastor, Oswald J. Smith.

Feb 07, 202512 min

World Evangelism - Part 5

The fifth lesson in world evangelism is understanding the rewards God has for those who give to world missions. Most people are concerned only with their earthly bank account, but God wants us to consider our heavenly bank account—the one that really matters most.

Feb 01, 202511 min

World Evangelism - Part 4

The fourth lesson in world evangelism is seeing the benefits of supporting missions. When we learn to partner with God and give to propagate His Gospel to the world, we will enjoy unique blessings from Him. More importantly, God will be blessed by our obedience to Him.

Jan 24, 202513 min

World Evangelism - Part 3

The third lesson in world evangelism is the importance of giving regularly to support world missions. The vast majority of the world does not have the same opportunity to hear the Gospel as those of us in America. We can have a vital role in their salvation by giving aggressively to world evangelism.

Jan 17, 202513 min

World Evangelism - Part 2

The second lesson in world evangelism is God’s incentive of reciprocation. God provides His presence, His protection, His plan, His peace, and His power whenever we are involved with getting His Gospel to others.

Jan 10, 202512 min

World Evangelism - Part 1

This episode begins a new series of lessons on world evangelism. Ninety-six percent of the world’s population live outside of America. This fact should provoke us to not only have a local vision to get out the Gospel, but a global vision as well.

Jan 03, 202512 min

How to Rear Godly Children - Part 5

The fifth lesson in a biblical view of childrearing is to discipline your children. By nature, children are in desperate need of developing self-control. Left to themselves, they often create chaos. Disciplined children enjoy life much more and will be a benefit to society rather than a burden.

Nov 22, 202411 min

How to Rear Godly Children - Part 4

The fourth lesson in a biblical view of childrearing is to teach them the importance of righteousness. Children need to know what things are right to do, and then be encouraged to always do what is right in every situation.

Nov 15, 202412 min

How to Rear Godly Children - Part 3

The third lesson in a biblical view of childrearing is to expose children to the Bible. Training godly children is impossible apart from God’s Word, and we will tell how to lead them to a relationship with the Scriptures.

Nov 08, 202411 min

How to Rear Godly Children - Part 2

The second lesson in a biblical view of childrearing is from Psalm 127. In this chapter, we see how the home should be a place of construction, protection, relaxation, procreation, and instruction.

Nov 01, 202412 min

How to Rear Godly Children - Part 1

This episode begins a new series of lessons on a biblical view of childrearing. Children desperately need their parents’ affection, direction, and correction. The principles we discuss will help children become more secure and knowledgeable of God and His ways.

Oct 25, 202413 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 10

The twelfth and final principle in obtaining a good name involves a list of imperatives that admonishes us to listen, learn, live right, speak right, and lean heavily upon the Lord.

Aug 11, 202412 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 9

The eleventh principle in obtaining a good name is to be morally pure. Whenever we selfishly continue to sin, we frustrate God, and He removes the barriers He has set around the pit of immorality. However, if we will focus on pleasing God, we can avoid this terrible pit that would destroy our reputation.

Aug 04, 20249 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 8

The tenth principle in obtaining a good name is to be diligent. Work is not a curse, it is a necessary attribute. Lazy people zap the strength out of relationships, but diligent people bring help and encouragement.

Jun 16, 202412 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 7

The ninth principle in obtaining a good name is to guard our words and our thoughts. Our words can be used to guide and encourage, or they can be used to criticize and destroy. Difficult times often reveal what is in our hearts by the words that come out of our mouths. We need to learn to let our hearts and our words be guided by the Holy Spirit of God.

May 25, 202411 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 6

The eighth principle in obtaining a good name is to show kindness to the poor. God has a soft spot in His heart for the fatherless, the widows, and the poor. Because they cannot offer us compensation, helping them demonstrates the purest sincerity of our kindness. God pays attention to the way we treat the poor.

May 12, 202412 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 5

The seventh principle in obtaining a good name is to properly raise our children. The process of training children is long and difficult, but it is our privilege and responsibility to train them in a way that will prepare them for a life of service to God and to their fellow man.

May 03, 202411 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 4

The sixth principle in obtaining a good name is to handle finances with wisdom. Since other people notice how you handle money, your reputation is affected by your diligence in this area. This episode gives eight financial principles that will help you to be wise with your finances.

Apr 07, 202410 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 3

The fifth principle in obtaining a good name and loving favour is to train our children. This begins with a strong marriage and continues with proper time and attention toward our children. Every child is different, which magnifies the importance of wisdom and patience during the training process.

Mar 14, 202412 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 2

The third principle in obtaining a good name and loving favour is to practice humility. Humility is attractive to both God and man and brings the supernatural help of God. The fourth principle is to fear the Lord—to recognize God in our lives and know He is with us. This will provide us multiple benefits.

Feb 27, 202412 min

How to Obtain and Retain a Good Name - Part 1

This episode is the beginning of a new series of lessons on relational responsibilities. Proverbs 22 talks about a “good name” and “loving favour,” both of which are essential to a good relationship. In order to have these two qualities, we must first deal with prejudice. Secondly, we must avoid questionable attitudes, actions, and associations.

Feb 13, 202412 min

Financial Principles - Part 9

The seventh financial principle is to give to yourself—save some of your money for the future. Savings enables you to anticipate potential needs so you can have funds available when those needs arise. The eighth and final financial principle is to be generous with God and others. Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

Jan 31, 202412 min

Financial Principles - Part 8

The sixth financial principle is to get on a budget. Having a budget not only helps keep us out of debt, but it also gives us peace of mind about our financial condition and our ability to confidently make desired purchases.

Jan 18, 202411 min

Financial Principles - Part 7

The fifth financial principle is to guard against debt. Not all debt is bad, but most debt is avoidable and creates additional “masters.” Debt brings about problems that can make life more difficult and disqualify us from opportunities God intended for us to enjoy.

Jan 13, 202411 min

Financial Principles - Part 6

This episode continues the fourth financial principle: gain contentment. This is something that must be learned, and gratitude is a vital part of this process. Actually, all of us already have everything we need to be happy and content. Contentment is wanting what I have, not having what I want.

Dec 08, 202311 min

Financial Principles - Part 5

The third financial principle is to go to work. Laziness is a scourge of society, but God honors hard work. Many are the benefits received by those who are diligent in their life. The fourth financial principle, gain contentment, is introduced and will continue in the next episode.

Nov 28, 202311 min

Financial Principles - Part 4

The second way we give to God is through our offerings. This is what we give above and beyond the tithe. As tithing shows our obedience, the offering shows our love and gratitude to God. The third way we give to God is through alms—giving to others.

Nov 28, 202311 min
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