266: Good Intentions
Are good intentions good enough? Which is more important—what we do or the intentions behind what we do? Let’s look at the story of Uzzah and the Ark of the Covenant and see what we can learn.

Are good intentions good enough? Which is more important—what we do or the intentions behind what we do? Let’s look at the story of Uzzah and the Ark of the Covenant and see what we can learn.
Before partaking of the Passover each year, baptized members of the Church are admonished to examine themselves. But what about a teen – should you examine yourself even though you are not yet baptized? Let’s talk about that in this podcast.
With so many prophetic events, it can be hard to truly understand what it all means. Is there an easier way to understand Biblical prophecy? This podcast will share three keys that can make it easier to understand those future events written in God’s word.
Strategies for confident and enjoyable conversations about your beliefs.
When God created the angels, did He know which ones would rebel and become demons? Does God know everything before it happens?
Everyone seems to be looking to make a profit in this life. Is there a profit that all mankind can gain from? Furthermore, what is the human condition that hinders true profit?
Luke 16:1-13 contains a parable without a clear explanation provided. What lessons can we glean from it?
The experience of being forced underwater and dragged away from shore offers some valuable lessons for dealing with spiritual challenges all Christians will face in this life.
Major conflict can be set off by a small spark. That is, if we don’t pause to ask if the spark really justifies the response.
God has called us out of the world for a purpose. As He prepares us for that ultimate purpose, God wants us to learn how to walk – how to live – not as the world walks, but according to His commands and His ways.
John Akhwari was an Olympic Marathon runner and is best known for what he did when disaster struck. What will you do when you face difficulties in your life?
What is temptation, where does temptation come from, and how does one resist it? Listen to this week’s podcast and we’ll begin to scratch the surface on this subject.
Our attitude has a huge impact on our life. What is our attitude and how can we change it positively?
It can be tough to stay motivated so Bible study doesn’t just feel like a duty! Planning, relevance, and variety can help.
Liz Murray is a success story of personal achievements. But it didn't start out that way. Her life could have been a tragedy. What can we learn from her story and apply to our lives?
Sometimes things that happen in life have consequences at no fault of our own. Join Chad Messerly as he talks about four things we can learn when such moments occur.
We all stumble, but what if those stumbles could become stepping stones? Discover how to transform your 'Ugh!' moments into 'Aha!' experiences.
This podcast looks at Proverbs 26:4-5. Does verse 4 and verse 5 contradict itself? Should we answer a silly person or not? What are these two verses telling us?
Think about what will happen in 100 years if Jesus Christ hasn’t returned yet. How could thinking about the future change our perspective on now?
God wants you to be a pilgrim. Does that mean you need to wear unusual clothing and carry odd-looking firearms, or is there something else God expects?
How a boy led to an amazing discovery.
God has defined a combination of daily, weekly, and even yearly practices essential to our spiritual growth.
What is it that separates those who work hard from those who put in very little effort? It’s the same character trait that God’s looking for in our relationship with him.
What can a professional athlete teach you, a young person in God’s church, about tithing?
Are we able to know what God is thinking? If we are able to know, then what does God think about? Find out the answers to these questions while listening to this podcast.
There are two important things we can learn from the inventor of the safety pin.
As we all get ready to keep the Feast of Tabernacles, we are reminded of what these eight days mean. The world that we know will change and we will have a part in that change. As you think about a restored world and being a part of it, let’s ask the simple question, “What would you change?”
How can you make the most of your life, without the regrets that others have?
As we approach the Fall holy day season, let's consider how meaningful God's festivals are in our lives.
This podcast looks at 3 depths of dishonesty that God gives us warnings about. Over and over again God tells us not to be deceived.