Dwell in the Word

By Pastor Mark Groen

Bible Readings and Devotional Commentary to Help You Grow in Faith... more

Download on the App Store

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

FAQs about Dwell in the Word:

How many episodes does Dwell in the Word have?

The podcast currently has 336 episodes available.

Dwell in the Word episodes:

June 27, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 20
Consider these questions while you dwell in Psalm 20:
1. How does Psalm 20:7 challenge our tendency to trust in worldly powers and resources, and how can we practically shift our trust to the Lord in our daily lives?
2. What does it mean to align our desires with the will of God, as mentioned in Psalm 20, and how can we discern and pursue God's will more faithfully in our personal plans and goals?
3. In what ways does the victory of Jesus Christ, as the anointed one of God, provide us with confidence and hope in the face of life's challenges and uncertainties?

Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
8min
June 25, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 19
Think about these questions as you dwell in Psalm 19:
1. How does Psalm 19 demonstrate the concept of general revelation through creation, and why is this significant for our understanding of God?
2. In what ways does special revelation, as described in Psalm 19, differ from general revelation, and what specific truths about God does it reveal to us?
3. Why is it important for believers to desire God's law more than gold and to view it as sweeter than honey, as emphasized in Psalm 19?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
9min
June 20, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 18:33-50
Contemplate these questions as you dwell in Psalm 18:33-50:
1. How does David's acknowledgment of God as his rock and fortress in Psalm 18 emphasize the importance of relying on God's strength rather than our own in times of conflict and peril?
2. In Psalm 18:33-50, David contrasts gentleness and humility with the necessity of pursuing and overcoming his enemies. How does this juxtaposition help us understand the balance between trusting in God's strength and taking action in our battles?
3. How does the protection and victory that God grants David in Psalm 18 foreshadow the ultimate victory of Jesus Christ over death, hell, and the devil, and what does this signify for believers today?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
10min
June 18, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 18:20-32
Think on these questions as you dwell in Psalm 18:20-32:
1. How does David’s claim of righteousness and clean hands in Psalm 18:20-32 differ from a claim of sinlessness, and what context supports his assertion?
2. What does Psalm 18:25-27 reveal about the character of God in relation to how He deals with the merciful, the blameless, the purified, and the crooked?
3. How does David's declaration of God's unique sovereignty and power in Psalm 18:31-32 serve as a foundation for believers' confidence and strength in times of adversity?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
9min
June 13, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 18:4-19
Contemplate these questions as you dwell in Psalm 18:4-19:
1. In Psalm 18:4-19, how does David describe the severity of his situation, and what emotions might these descriptions evoke in us?
2. How does the imagery of God's powerful response to David's cries for help in Psalm 18 illustrate His role as a divine warrior and protector?
3. How can we apply the message of Psalm 18:4-19 to our own lives, particularly in understanding the significance of Jesus' victory over death and the new life He offers us?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
9min
June 11, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 18:1-3
Consider these questions as you dwell in Psalm 18:1-3:
1. How does David's emphasis on the LORD as his source of strength and security in Psalm 18:1-3 reflect his experiences while being pursued by Saul?
2. In what ways does Psalm 18:1-3 point us to the saving work of Jesus Christ, and how can we apply this understanding to our own lives?
3. Why is it significant that the headings in Psalm 18, particularly the information above verse one, are translated from Hebrew, and what does this detail contribute to our understanding of the Psalm's context and message?

Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
8min
June 06, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 17
Contemplate these questions as you dwell in Psalm 17:
1. How does Psalm 17 reflect the psalmist’s confidence in God’s protection and steadfast love amidst unjust accusations and distress?
2. In what ways does David’s understanding of God’s covenant faithfulness provide hope and assurance for future generations, as seen in Psalm 17?
3. How does the fulfillment of God’s covenant faithfulness through Jesus Christ deepen our understanding and application of Psalm 17 in our own lives?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
9min
May 30, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 16
Contemplate these questions as you dwell in Psalm 16:
1. How does the imagery of God as a refuge in Psalm 16 provide comfort and assurance in times of trouble?
2. In what ways does David's choice to seek refuge in God rather than in worldly things challenge our own daily decisions and priorities?
3. How does the promise of the resurrection in Psalm 16 and its fulfillment in Jesus Christ influence our understanding of eternal hope and security?

Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
8min
May 30, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 15
Contemplate these questions as you dwell in Psalm 15:
1. According to Psalm 15, what characteristics must a person exhibit to dwell in the presence of the LORD, and how do these characteristics highlight our need for Jesus?
2. How does Psalm 15's list of offenses we must avoid (such as slandering, doing evil to a neighbor, and taking a bribe) reflect the challenges of living a blameless life?
3. In light of the human condition described in Psalm 14 and Psalm 15, how does Jesus’ perfect life and sacrifice provide us with the assurance of dwelling in God's presence?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
6min
May 28, 2024 Dwell in the Word: Psalm 14
Contemplate these questions as you dwell in Psalm 14:
1. According to Psalm 14, what does the term "fool" signify, and how does this apply to both philosophical and practical atheism?
2. How does the psalmist in Psalm 14 describe the state of humanity in verses 2 and 3, and what theological truth is being highlighted by these verses?
3. What is the psalmist's hope in the final verse of Psalm 14, and how does Jesus Christ fulfill this hope for God's people?
Edgerton First Reformed: ⁠http://edgertonfrc.org⁠
Pastor Mark Groen: ⁠http://markgroen.me⁠
Dwell in the Word Podcast Feed: ⁠http://dwellpodcast.efrc.me⁠
Sermon Podcast Feed: ⁠http://sermons.efrc.me⁠
Instagram: ⁠http://efrc.me/insta⁠
Facebook: ⁠http://efrc.me/facebook⁠
YouTube: ⁠http://efrc.me/youtube⁠
Weekly Virtual Bulletin: ⁠http://updates.efrc.me⁠
First Reformed is a congregation in the ⁠Evangelical Presbyterian Church⁠.
...more
8min

FAQs about Dwell in the Word:

How many episodes does Dwell in the Word have?

The podcast currently has 336 episodes available.