Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Divorce and Remarriage (Part 2). What is marriage? The Bible views marriage as a sacred covenant between a man and a women that reveals mysteries of God. The revelatory nature of marriage informs the beauty in the Trinity. Divorce mars our view of the Godhead. Godly marriage allows husbands and wives to experience God in a profound ways.

A reward is in store for the faithful. In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 2:46-49. These verses finish the story of Nebuchadnezzar's dream of the statue. After hearing Daniel's interpretation, Nebuchadnezzar rewards the prophet. Daniel's God is worshipped. Daniel is promoted and his friends are elevated. God will reward his people. Continue in obedience, endure faithfully and in due time the Lord will lift you up. 

Is God in control? Do you believe it? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 2:36-45. These verses reveal the interpretation of Nebuchadnezzar's dream. Babylon will be followed by lesser empires prior to the arrival of God's eternal kingdom. All earthly power is temporary. Worldly dominion is granted by God. While terrible people may come to power and persecute and disperse God's people, a day is coming when God' will establish His empire. A stone cut without hands will crush the powers of this world and set up God's eternal, holy, all-encompassing kingdom. God is in control. His day is coming.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: The Bible on Divorce (Part 1). What are the Biblical grounds for divorce? What does Jesus mean by "sexual immorality?" In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate look at Matthew 5 and other Biblical texts to determine what Scripture says about divorce.

Do you hear God's Word? Have you ever heard from the Lord? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 2:31-35. In these verses Daniel tells Nebuchadnezzar the dream of the great statue. This scene reminds us of the importance of God's revelation. Nebuchadnezzar did everything in his power to hear from God. As a pagan king, his actions were extreme and even brutal. Despite this, Nebuchadnezzar demonstrates his appreciation and zeal for God's Word. The image of God's sovereignty was designed to humble this powerful king. The dream also spoke to Daniel in his servitude. God has a word for you. Make every effort to get in front of His word. Hear it; read it; study it; memorize it; and meditate upon it. Be cleansed "by the washing with water through the word."

Are you saved? Are you certain? Are you being sanctified? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Philippians 1:6. This verse is one every Christian should memorize. It expresses Paul's confidence of the salvation and sanctification of believers within the Philippian church. Paul's confidence is grounded in His knowledge of Christ. Jesus begins the work of salvation and completes it through sanctification for His children. Christians today should emulate Paul's confidence by remembering their conversion, participating in transformation, and hoping for Christ's return.

Have you heard the Good News? Have you shared it? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Daniel 2:24-30. In these verses Daniel shares God's revelation with Nebuchadnezzar. His spoken word delays the destruction of the wise men and accelerates their deliverance. Daniel's message from God exposes the king's heard. Daniel gives all glory to God. Do we share the Good News with the lost: offering salvation, exposing hearts, and glorifying God?

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: A Look at Laments. Can I grieve to God? How do the Biblical laments help the believer? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate invite Psalms researcher Dr. James Jordan to discuss the role of laments in the Christian life. Laments instruct believers on how and where to direct grief.   

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How do you as a Christian handle suffering? Do you see suffering as purposeful? In this sermon, Pastor Andrew Marquez preaches through 1 Peter 4:1-6. Peter reminds us that suffering is part of the Christian life. God actually uses suffering to bring us into His will. In the midst of suffering, Christians must be armed for affliction, cease from sin, rattler our revilers by good conduct, and vindicate our heavenly verdict. 

Are you prepared for persecution? In this sermon, Pastor Andrew Marquez preaches through 1 Peter 3:13-22. Peter encourages Christians to point to Christ in the midst of persecution. We will determine to do right despite what people my say. Believers plan to proclaim to questioners. Christians are sustained by remembering Christ's victory.