Knowing God

095 - The Peace of Christ

Check out this episode to hear about what's coming up soon on the KG podcast. We also begin to look at Colossians 3:15 and the peace that Christ offers.

094 - Love is the Glue

Of all the virutes Paul encourages us to put on, this is the most important. In fact, it holds all the rest of them together. In Colossians 3:14, he gives us the most pivotal virtue in any relationship.

093 - Forgiveness by Forgiveness

092 - Virtues for Others

Paul continues to encourage us to grow more like Jesus. But for what purpose? How does that help us in our communal life together? In this episode we see one way these virtues help our communities.

091 - The Challenge of Patience

Being in close relationships causes the challenge of patience. Often the closer we are with people the more impatient we can become. But Paul says it shouldn't be this way. In this episode he encourages us to take on the challenge of patience.

090 - The Strength of Meekness

Meekness, or gentleness, often isn't naturally equated to strength. But in this episode, we look at how it's the meek that are truly strong in God's Kingdom.

089 - The Freedom of Humility

The original sin? The core human problem? The struggle we all have? Pride is a spiritual killer to our own hearts and to our communities. This is why Paul pleads with us to grow in Christ-like humility.

088 - The Lost Virtue of Kindness

Kindness might seem to be a lost art in our day. But Paul encourages all Christians to be marked by kindness. Check out this episode as we consider how we can grow in the lost virtue of Kindness.

087 - The Heart of Christ

What flows from the heart of Jesus Christ? Paul encoruages us to model the heart of Christ by living out hearts of compassion.

086 - Putting on Christ

Our goal in Christian growth is not to add random virtues to our life, but to put on Christ. Therefore, in order to mature in our faith, we must remind ourselves of Christ's identity that is united to us.

085 - Identity Before Behavior

We can be tempted to think that behavior change in our life comes from will power or determination. Paul tells us it comes from identity. Check out this episode where we examine the power of identity in our Christian growth.

084 - No Superiority

Paul ends this section of Colossians with one final killer in our Christian life and relationships. Check out this episode as we examine Colossians 3:11 and look at the common struggle of pride.

083 - Knowing to Resemble

In order to grow in maturity, we need to focus on knowledge. But what does it mean to be 'renewed in knowledge'? In this episode, we take one more look at Colossians 3:10 to see what we can know in order to grow.

082 - Renewed Creations

What are we striving after in our Christian life? What does it mean to grow or mature? In this episode we look at what it means to grow mature as Christians.

081 - The Power of Words

Words that we have heard have had a massive impact in our lives. But our words also impact our lives and tell a lot about our hearts. Check out this episode where we consider the impact and power of our words.

080 - The God of Words

Have you ever considered why words are so important in our lives? In this episode we examine what is the foundational reason as to why words are so powerful in life.

079 - Following the Father of Lies

How does lying affect my relationships? In Colossians 3:9 Paul addresses the sin of lying and why this is a serious problem if we want healthy relationships with God and others.

078 - Obscene Talk

What is the big deal with a sin that is fairly acceptable in our culture and church today? In this episode we look at what Paul means by obscene talk, and why it is so important to get rid of it in our lives.

077 - Words of Slander

What does it look like to use words of slander? And why is that so important to Paul to say we must put it to death? Check out this episode as we examine words of slander.

076 - The Sin of Malice

Anger is often an emotion we are familiar with. But what does it mean to struggle with the sin of malice? In today's episode we examine the sin of malice and the importance of confessing and repenting from it.

075 - Releasing Wrath

What does it mean to act out in wrath? And why is it good news for God to have wrath but we are commanded to put it away? Check out this episode as we look at the command to release wrath.

074 - Relational Anger

Anger is a danger for all of us. It is a strong emotion that left unchecked can prove detrimental, especially in relationships. In this episode we examine Paul's plea for us to fight unrighteous anger.

073 - A Humbling Reminder

Paul encourages Christians to remember the sins we once lived in. Does he do this to bring about shame or condemnation? Or can our practice of remembering produce something greater in us?

072 - Warned by Wrath

The wrath of God is a motivator for Paul for holiness. He encourages Chrsitians in Colossians 3:6 to put to death immorality, because God's wrath is coming.

071 - The Good News of God's Wrath

The idea of God's wrath is one of the most challenging for many to wrestle with. But is it possible that God's wrath is actually good? Check out this episode where we see the good news of God's wrath.

070 - Hope for Victory

We've been discussing our fight for sexual purity for a number of episodes. But is there any hope in this fight? The old Puritan, John Owen, helps point us to the great hope for victory we can have in our battle.

069 - David's Warning to Us

068 - The Sin of Coveting

067 - Death to Desires

Paul warns us that some of our desires need to be put to death. How do we know which desires we need to address and how can we put them to death? Check out this episode as we look at Colossians 3:5

066 - The Battle of Lust

Many Christians talk about the idea of lust. But what is it? And how do we fight it? Check out this episode as we look at the battle of lust.