What kind of religion does God approve of? Today we look in James to see just what effects the tongue has in our lives. Are we setting things on fire or are we blessing others with our words? What an amazing member of our body the Lord has given us, and He expects us to control the use of it.

Using some personal experiences, Derek illustrates what Jesus had to say about the origin of our words, establishing a direct connection between the mouth and the heart. From the Song of Solomon, we see prophetic pictures of Jesus and His bride portrayed with grace and beauty on their tongues and lips.

Today Derek begins a study concerning what we speak; the words we let come out of our mouth. Do you guard what you say, or do you just speak rashly, letting anything come out? We will look at what Proverbs has to say about this, and how it is so closely connected with the fear of the Lord. As you listen you will doubtless discover how important this subject is to your life.

If you or someone you know is going through a bitter time, don’t miss today’s message. Listen as Derek shares his own experience of crying out and saying to God, “Why do you only bless the things that first die and then are resurrected?” God’s answer will encourage you…

God had a purpose in bringing the Israelites to the place of testing and it was a good purpose. Derek pointed out, “Man’s disappointments are God’s appointments.” at the bitter waters of Marah, God revealed the way to healing and He revealed Himself as the Healer. So, listen today and learn about “The Lord Our Healer.”

Have you ever experienced a bitter disappointment in life? Perhaps you are going through a time of incredible testing right now. Well, today you can be encouraged as Derek explains that “Man’s disappointments are God’s appointments.” Through the bitter waters of Marah, God revealed the way to healing through the “The Healing Tree”.

Why would God allow the Israelites to experience such bitter discouragement in the wilderness after miraculously delivering them from the Egyptians? Listen today and discover God had a plan and purpose in taking them through the wilderness to the waters of Marah (bitterness). It was a plan of great benefit.

Hear Derek’s teaching on an issue that has touched all our lives in one way or another – bitter disappointment. How we deal with bitterness either will make us or break us. Learn the right way to handle hard times and see “Life’s Bitter Pool” turned to sweet water.

Today Derek finishes this study by looking at the last days of Paul from his writings to Timothy. Facing his last days in prison, forsaken by fellow-workers, deserted by friends, with inadequate provisions, Paul keeps his eyes on the prize he will receive from the Lord. He knows he has kept the faith and that God has kept him. He was committed to God and knew God was committed to him. You too can have this confidence.

Each of us has an assignment—something God has for us to do in our life. Using Joshua as a pattern, Derek shows how to apply the principles the Lord laid down for him. With these principles under our belt, we may be confident He is with us to accomplish His plan. God’s basic requirement is: THINK the Word of God, SPEAK the Word of God, ACT the Word of God.