What does it take for a believer to bear fruit? The key is having a connection to Christ. Scriptures referenced in this episode include Genesis 1:11-12; Galatians 5:22-23; 1 John 15:16; 1 John 15:4-5; Psalm 92:13-14; John 15:7; Colossians 3:16; John 15:10-11; and Matthew 23:27. Today's Top Ten List: Ten Interesting Facts About Fruit.

Jesus told His disciples that He had not come to abolish the law, but to fulfill it. We take a deeper look and what law He fulfilled. Scriptures referenced in this episdoe include Matthew 5:17-20; Romans 13:8-10; 1 Corinthians 13:3; and Timothy 1:5. We make the conclusion that the law is fulfilled by love.

"People never crumble in a day. It's a slow fade." These words from a song by the musical artists Casting Crowns describe what happens when people, families, churches, etc. compromise. In this episode we reflect on the two choices outlined in Psalm 1. We can either follow the slow fade into destruction via compromise or we can meditate on God's Word and enjoy fullness of life.

Sin entered the world through one man. And his act of disobedience cost humanity far more than this man could have ever imagined. To restore the broken relationship between humanity and God that was caused by sin, blood had to be shed -- first the blood of animals in a sacrificial system and then the blood of our Saviour, Jesus. Scriptures referenced for this episode include Romans 5:12; Genesis 4:21; Romans 6:23; Hebrews 9:22; Hebrews 9:9-12; Hebrews 4:14-16; and 1 John 1:9. Music in this episode was by Summer. Check out her ministry at www.summersofficialpage.com. Photo in cover art by Alem Sánchez from Pexels.

For followers of Jesus, nothing could be more important than knowing and following God’s will and purpose in your life. So, where do you turn for that kind of direction? We start with Psalm 19 and begin to explore why the law of the Lord is perfect. Scriptures referenced in this episode include Psalm 19:7-11, 1 John 2:4-5, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Deuteronomy 11:13-21, and 2 John 1:6.

How should we respond to civil authorities or civil laws? What does God expect of us? We explore what Romans 13:1 means for a believer. And this week's Top Ten List explores some unusual laws from around the world. Scriptures referenced in this episodeinclude Romans 13:1-7; Micah 6:8; Amos 5:14, 15, 24; Acts 5:29; and Titus 3:1.

Joshua remained faithful to God while almost all those around him faltered. On the borders of the Promised Land, Moses was concerned that the people of Israel would forget God's promises, protection and provision. And so he reminded them of what it would take for them to enjoy prosperity. What are the ramifications of this for us today? Scriptures referenced include: Joshua 1:8; Deuteronomy 8:11; Deuteronomy 9:6; and Deuteronomy 28:1, 11, and 13. Music in this episode features The Yamma Ensemble.

We start with an excerpt from a TED talk given by writer Emily Esfahani Smith that focuses on whether the pursuit of happiness really makes us happy. Then we explore the Biblical basis for happiness. Key Bible texts referred to in this episode come from 1 Timothy 6:3-10, Psalms 133:1, Romans 15:13-14, Philippians 4:4-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, and Luke 12:15.

God is a god of abundance. We see evidence of this in how He moved in the lives of people throughout the Bible. And He promises a more abundant life to His believers. But what does it take for us to enjoy this abundance? This episode features music from the artist Felipe Paccagnella. Please support his work. You can find his music on Apple Music.

Jesus offers His believers "the good life." But what does that mean? And what does peace have to do with it?