In this episode we look at another way that God is the perfect Parent in how He interacts with us. Other episodes referenced in this one: 24. The Gospel 109. The perfect Parent, part 1 (What is God like? part 7) 110. The greatness and majesty of God (What is God like? part 8) Scriptures referenced: Matthew 6:9-13 Psalm 37:4 James 1:2-4 Hebrews 5:8 2 Corinthians 12:7 Jeremiah 12:5 Proverbs 24:10 Jude 24-25 Psalm 46:10 Psalm 8:3-4 Psalm 39:4-5 Matthew 7:7-11 Proverbs 13:12 1 John 5:14 Lamentations...
May 15, 2025•46 min
In this episode we talk about a tactic of the enemy that seeks to keep us distracted from the things that actually matter and how the solution is relying on and loving God. IMPORTANT NOTE: An important companion episode to this one is Episode 68: But what does the Bible say? If you have not listened to that episode, I would recommend listening to it in conjunction with this one. DISCLAIMER: In this episode there is some occasional background noise, but I didn't think it was significantly di...
May 01, 2025•47 min
In this episode we continue the What is God Like? Series. Specifically, we look at how having an accurate view of God will put our trials and difficulties into the proper perspective. Scriptures referenced: 1 John 4:19 1 John 2:27 James 1:2-4 Hebrews 12:11 Isaiah 26:3 Psalm 8:3-4 2 Kings 6:8-23 Revelation 4:1-11 Matthew 6:33-34 Exodus 24:1-2, 9-18 Isaiah 66:1-2 Psalm 103:19 Psalm 46:10 Psalm 39:4-5 Colossians 3:2 Feel free to email the podcast at [email protected], and we will respo...
Apr 15, 2025•51 min
In this episode we talk about how God is the perfect Parent and how He disciplines us for our good. Scriptures referenced: Proverbs 20:30 James 1:2-4 John 9:1-3 James 5:14-15 Hebrews 5:8 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 James 4:6 Psalm 103:13-14 Proverbs 22:15 Proverbs 13:24 Hebrews 12:5-11 James 1:5-6 Romans 8:28-29 Matthew 6:13 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Feel free to email the podcast at [email protected], and we will respond as soon as we are able! I WANT TO BE DISCIPLED I am on staff with another...
Apr 01, 2025•51 min
We are continuing in the series of learning what God is like. Today we look at how He is gracious. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 24: The Gospel Scriptures referenced: The whole book of Jonah Ephesians 2:3-4 Exodus 33:18 Exodus 34:6-7 John 14:9 Psalm 86:15 Psalm 103:8 Psalm 111:4 Psalm 145:8-21 1 Peter 5:7 Psalm 55:22 John 3:16 John 14:6 Nehemiah 9:16-21, 30-31 2 Chronicles 30:9 Exodus 22:25-27 Hebrews 4:16 Matthew 23:12 Luke 14:11 James 4:6 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 107:6, 13, 19, 28...
Mar 15, 2025•55 min
In this episode we continue the conversation we began about God's mercy in the previous episode and how it applies to us and our thinking. Other episodes referenced in this one: 69. Contra legalism 103. Two critical questions we all must answer (What is God like? Part 1) 104. Splagchnizomai (What is God like? Part 2) 105. Sumpatheō (What is God like? Part 3) 106. Rich in mercy (What is God like? Part 4) Scriptures referenced: Exodus 33:18 Matthew 11:27 John 14:9 Matthew 9:9-13 Luke 18:9-14 ...
Mar 01, 2025•1 hr 10 min
In this episode we continue to look at what God is like and what He thinks about us. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 103: Two critical questions we all must answer (What is God like? Part 1) Episode 104: Splagchnizomai (What is God like? Part 2) Episode 105: Sumpatheō (What is God like? Part 3) Scriptures referenced: Romans 12:2 Exodus 33:18 Matthew 11:27 John 14:9 Psalm 119:18 Matthew 9:9-13 Hosea 6:6 Luke 10:33-37 Luke 1:57-58 Matthew 20:29-34 Matthew 17:1...
Feb 15, 2025•49 min
In today's episode, we continue to address the two questions that we introduced back in episode 103: 1) What is God like? 2) What does He think about me? Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 103: Two critical questions we all must answer Episode 104: Splagchnizomai Scriptures referenced: Romans 12:2 John 14:9 Exodus 33:18 Exodus 34:6-7 Matthew 11:27 Hebrews 11:6 John 15:5 Hebrews 13:8 Mark 3:1-6 Mark 2:23-28 Matthew 12:1-8 Matthew 12:9-14 Matthew 23:4 Matthe...
Feb 01, 2025•57 min
Today we continue to ask the questions of, "What is God like," and, "What does He think about me and feel towards me?" Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 103: Two critical questions we all must answer (what God's like, part 1) Scriptures referenced: John 14:9 Matthew 11:27 Hebrews 4:12 John 15:5 Exodus 34:6-7 Exodus 33:18 Luke 7:11-17 Mark 1:40-41 John 11:43 Matthew 9:35-36 Matthew 14:12-14 Matthew 15:32 Matthew 20:29-34 Luke 10:33-35 L...
Jan 15, 2025•50 min
In this episode we look at two questions and how what we believe to be the answers to those two questions will affect everything we think, feel, and do. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1 Episode 24: The Gospel Scriptures referenced: Galatians 5:22-23 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Romans 3:23 Romans 6:23 Ecclesiastes 7:20 Ephesians 2:1-3 John 17:3 Matthew 7:21-23 2 Corinthians 5:17 Romans 12:2 Psalm 27:10 Psalm 68:4-6 Luke 7:36-50 Matthew 9:9-13 Matthe...
Jan 01, 2025•1 hr 2 min
In this episode we discuss the practice of praying for those who have wronged us. Other episodes mentioned in this one: 98. The abomination in the valley Scriptures referenced: Jeremiah 22:8-9 Daniel 9:1-21 Daniel 5:30-31 Daniel 6:28 Jeremiah 29:1-14 Jeremiah 25:11-12 Luke 6:27-28 Luke 23:34 Feel free to email the podcast at [email protected], and we will respond as soon as we are able! I WANT TO BE DISCIPLED I am on staff with another ministry called Mentoring Men for the Master (M...
Dec 15, 2024•37 min
In this episode we discuss the importance of focusing on character development and not just on the circumstances we would like to see change. Scriptures referenced: Matthew 26:30-35, 39, 52-54, 56, 58, 69-75 John 18:4-9 Luke 22:60-62 Luke 22:31-34 Proverbs 17:3 James 4:6 1 Timothy 3:6 Hebrews 5:12 Luke 16:10 Deuteronomy 8:1-3, 11-20 Matthew 23:12 Luke 14:11 Feel free to email the podcast at [email protected], and we will respond as soon as we are able! I WANT TO BE DISCIPLED I am on...
Dec 01, 2024•48 min
In this episode we discuss how believers need each other. Scriptures referenced: Luke 5:15-16 Mark 1:35 Matthew 6:6 Hebrews 10:24-25 Acts 15:36-39 Acts 13:13-14 Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:17 Proverbs 17:10 James 5:13-18 Psalm 23:3 2 Samuel 11:27-12:1 2 Samuel 12:13 Isaiah 50:4 Proverbs 15:23 Proverbs 25:11 Matthew 23:12 James 4:6 Feel free to email the podcast at [email protected], and we will respond as soon as we are able! I WANT TO BE DISCIPLED I am on staff with another ministry ...
Nov 15, 2024•48 min
In this episode we talk about how the Bible is a means to the end of knowing Jesus more intimately, and we look at one specific practice we can do to approach the Scriptures this way. NET footnote on Psalm 23:6 and the word "follow" (or "pursue"): "The use of רָדַף (radaf, “pursue, chase”) with טוֹב וָחֶסֶד (tov vakhesed, “goodness and faithfulness”) as subject is ironic. This is the only place in the entire OT where either of these nouns appears as the subject of this v...
Nov 01, 2024•43 min
In this episode we talk about a horrific practice that took place in the history of the Hebrew people and the implications it has on us and our societies today. I would encourage anyone listening to not stop this episode halfway through, but listen all the way to completion. Scriptures referenced: Jeremiah 7:30-34 Jeremiah 22:8-9 2 Chronicles 28:1-5 2 Chronicles 33:1-9 Deuteronomy 12:29-32 Deuteronomy 18:9-14 Jeremiah 32:31-35 Jeremiah 19:4-6 Psalm 139:13-16 Jeremiah 1:4-5 Galatians 1:15a Daniel...
Oct 16, 2024•56 min
In this episode we talk about how the enemy seeks to disrupt and distract us but how we are ultimately responsible. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 14: Our funeral leads to our freedom Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Quote by Dr. Tim Mackie: "Anytime an idea enters our minds, we have the choice about whether to entertain it, meditate on it…or you can drive it out, stomp on it, to, like, be done with that thought." Scriptures referenced: Ep...
Oct 15, 2024•58 min
In this episode we look at the importance of not taking credit for what the Lord has done, but rather giving Him the glory. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 4: Brief overview of the Old Testament Scriptures referenced: Jeremiah 22:8-9 Daniel 1:6-7 Daniel 4:4-37 Romans 3:23 Jonah 3:4-10 Matthew 28:18 Philippians 2:10-11 Deuteronomy 8:3, 11-18 Matthew 5:3 Romans 6:23b John 15:2 Galatians 5:22-23 Philippians 2:12-13 Luke 14:11 Matthew 23:12 James 4:6 1 Peter 5:5 Proverbs 3:34 Proverbs ...
Oct 01, 2024•52 min
In this episode we talk about an important aspect of the Christian life that we should be engaged in each and every day. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 93: Truths from Ruth Episode 94: Is anything too hard for the Lord? Scriptures referenced: 1 Samuel 30:1-6 Romans 12:2 Matthew 6:33 Isaiah 26:3 Psalm 103:1-5 Psalm 42:11 Proverbs 18:21 John 10:10 John 14:18 Hebrews 13:5 Romans 8:38-39 Romans 8:31 Romans 8:1 Philippians 4:13 1 Corinthians 10:13 Psalm 55:22 Ephesians 4:29 Ephesians 6...
Sep 15, 2024•38 min
Today we look at a crucial principle from the life of Abraham that we should all seek to emulate. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 66: Isaacs or Ishmaels? Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 7: Meditating on the Scriptures, Part 1 Episode 91: Hupomenō Scriptures referenced: Genesis 12:1-3 Genesis 15:1-6 Genesis 17:1-7 Genesis 12:4 Genesis 18:10-15 Genesis 21:1-3, 6 Proverbs 13:12 Romans 4:18-25 Psalm 23:6a Romans 12:1-2 John 3:16 John 1:11-13 Matthew 8:5-13 Matthew 6:33 Matthew 15:7-9 M...
Sep 01, 2024•53 min
In this episode we do a brief overview of Ruth and draw out three truths. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 31: "Until I went into the sanctuary of God" Quotes used in this episode: NET footnote from Matthew 22:24: "The brother of a man who died without a son had an obligation to marry his brother’s widow. This served several purposes: It provided for the widow in a society where a widow with no children ...
Aug 15, 2024•48 min
In this episode we talk about potential idols in our lives and what to do about them. Here is the prayer I encouraged you to pray: "Lord, is my heart blameless and whole towards You, or are there rivals to you in my heart?" Scriptures referenced: 2 Chronicles 16:9a-b 1 Kings 11:1-4 2 Corinthians 6:14 1 Corinthians 7:16 Psalm 86:11-12 Psalm 127:1 Proverbs 27:6 Proverbs 27:17 Matthew 6:1-18 Luke 6:46 Psalm 135:15-18 Exodus 20:3-6 Exodus 32 1 Kings 18:21 John 16:12-13 Psalm 51:2 Psalm 51:...
Aug 01, 2024•38 min
In this episode we discuss the crucial role that steadfastness/endurance plays in the life of a believer. For those of you who are interested, here are some links regarding the Greek words I referenced in this episode: Hupomenō (Source 1) Hupomenō (Source 2) Hupomoné (Source 1) Hupomoné (Source 2) Scriptures used: John 15:4 Romans 8:28 Galatians 5:22-23 James 5:11 Job 16:7-17 Job 19:6-12 Job 16:20 Job 19:25-27 Job 1:11, 22 Job 2:5, 9-10 Job 42:7-8 Lamentations 3:31-33 Colossians 1:9-12 2 Thessal...
Jul 15, 2024•45 min
In this episode we talk about the fact that we will experience opposition if we are actively following Jesus and sharing the Gospel. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 86: The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few Scriptures referenced: Luke 11:14-23 John 3:16-21 John 14:6 John 8:12 Matthew 5:14 John 15:18-20 2 Timothy 3:12 Ephesians 2:1-10 Luke 6:22-23, 26 1 Peter 4:12-16 John 1:14 2 Peter 3:9 Ezekiel 18:32 **C...
Jul 01, 2024•31 min
In this episode we talk about how God gives us wisdom when we need it. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 83: The lie of anxiety and the grace for today Scriptures used: 1 Samuel 10:8 1 Samuel 13:1-14 Esther 9:1-2 2 Peter 1:3-4 Psalm 56:3-4 Romans 12:2 James 1:5-8 Matthew 6:34 Proverbs 12:15 Proverbs 27:1 John 5:17 Galatians 5:22-23 Psalm 27:14 **CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS** When I read 1 Samuel 13:13, I forgot to read the word "forever". Here is the verse verbatim: "A...
Jun 15, 2024•38 min
In this episode we talk about being zealous for the Lord. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 86: The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few Episode 87: Guard your hope Greek words referenced: Spoudé (G4710) Zeó (G2204) (source 1) Zeó (G2204) (source 2) Zelos (G2205) Zélótés (G2207) Scriptures referenced: Romans 12:11 Deuteronomy 6:4-5 Matthew 22:37-40 John 14:15 1 Corinthians 3:6 Acts 18:24-28 2 Peter 3:18 John 2:13-17 Titus 2:11-14 Acts 6-7 Exodus 18 Matthew 26:59-61 Luke 23...
Jun 01, 2024•48 min
In this episode we talk about the crucial importance of walking in biblical hope. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Episode 82: Do not despise the time in between Episode 86: The harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few Scriptures referenced: Job 23:8-9 Job 30:26 Job 42:5 1 Peter 5:7 Philippians 4:7 Psalm 55:22 Proverbs 12:25 Proverbs 13:12 Psalm 39:7 Psalm 42:11 Jeremiah 22:8-9 Lamentations 1:3 Lamentations 3:1-24 Romans ...
May 15, 2024•44 min
In this episode we discuss the vital importance of sharing the Gospel, and we ask ourselves some difficult questions about our sharing Jesus habits. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 21: "I never knew you" Episode 24: The Gospel Access resources to aid in telling others about Jesus I mentioned videos from the recent sharing Jesus workshop that we did at Mentoring Men for the Master. I will include the links to those below for any who are interested. (Please note that many ...
May 01, 2024•47 min
In this episode we take a look at Romans 6 and how to walk in freedom from sin. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 14: Our funeral leads to our freedom Episode 83: The lie of anxiety and the grace for today Scriptures referenced: Romans 5:20-21 Romans 6:1-23 Colossians 2:11-12 Matthew 28:18-20 2 Corinthians 5:17 Genesis 4:6-7 Galatians 5:22-23 Romans 12:2 Proverbs 29:25 Proverbs 27:6 2 Peter 1:3-4 Philippians 2:12 Ephesians 4:22-24 Titus 2:11-14 Genesis 3:1-6 Philippians 4:13 John 15...
Apr 15, 2024•47 min
Today we talk about a facet of self-control that we all need each and every day. Other episodes referenced in this one: Episode 72: A sacrifice of praise Episode 82: Do not despise the time in between Episode 83: The lie of anxiety and the grace for today Scriptures referenced: Galatians 5:22-23 2 Corinthians 10:5 Romans 12:2 Ephesians 3:14-21 Matthew 7:7-8 Psalm 107:6 Psalm 118:5 Romans 8:9 Galatians 5:16 Ephesians 5:18 Isaiah 40:28-31 Matthew 11:28-30 Titus 2:11-14 James 1:20 Philippians 4:13 ...
Apr 01, 2024•36 min
Today we look at what exactly it is that anxiety is trying to get us to do when it strikes and how to resist it. And we also talk about how God gives us everything we need for today. Other episodes mentioned in this one: Episode 21: I never knew you Episode 24: The Gospel Order The Hiding Place by Corrie Ten Boom Scriptures referenced: Matthew 6:34 Philippians 4:6-9 Isaiah 50:4 Proverbs 6:6-11 Psalm 56:3 Isaiah 26:3 Galatians 5:22-23 Luke 12:7 Psalm 23 1 Corinthians 10:13 Philippians 4:11-13 2 C...
Mar 15, 2024•39 min
