1 Corinthians 2:5 "That your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God." King James Version

This podcast explores the theological and practical implications of Jesus Christ's authority over death, primarily through an analysis of the resurrection of Lazarus in John 11. The podcast outlines how Christ's authority gives purpose to death, removes its inherent fear, and redefines it from a terminal end to a temporary transition. Key takeaways include the distinction between physical and eternal death, the role of divine timing in human suffering, and the ultimate conquest of death as the "last enemy." The analysis demonstrates that under Christ's authority, death is transformed from a meaningless event into a mechanism for divine glory, the strengthening of faith, and the fulfillment of prophetic programs.

On today's episode, Dr. Jim Townsley and Dr. Chuck Harding delve into the wise involvement of pastors in supporting elections and local candidates. They also explore how pastors can encourage their congregations to actively participate in the political process and exercise their right to vote.

The story of Saul of Tarsus who became Paul the Apostle, is a challenge to all the young people of this generation. You must ask yourself, "What is my life?" Saul first appears in the Acts of the Apostles as Saul, the Young Man, standing with those of the Sanhedrin who stoned Stephen. Deeply committed to Judaism and advancing beyond many of his contemporaries, we meet him as Saul the Young Lion making havoc of or "ravaging" the church. On the Damascus Road Jesus the true Messiah reveals Himself to him and as Saul the Young Convert he is baptised and witnesses to Jesus as Son of God. He becomes Saul the Young Learner, spending three years in Arabia studying the OT with renewed eyes. Acts 13 is the record of Saul the Young Missionary being sent out on the first of three Missionary Journeys. Finally we meet him in 2 Timothy 4:6-7 as Paul the Aged, who keeps the faith, runs the Christian race to finish well. What will be your story?

Jesus Christ holds a critical office before God on our behalf - He is our High Priest interceding for us to God. I hope that this quick review of this Christian Faith Essential is a blessing for you - S

Is deconstruction simply another word for apostasy? We examine that claim, look at biblical examples of testing religious truth claims, and ask what really separates honest examination from abandoning the faith.

The account of Jesus healing the paralytic in Capernaum (Mark 2:1–12) serves as a profound theological demonstration of the priority of spiritual restoration over physical healing. While the immediate visible need was the man's paralysis, Jesus first addressed his spiritual alienation, identifying sin as the ontological root of all human suffering. This act challenged the religious establishment and asserted Jesus' divine authority—a claim validated by the subsequent physical miracle. The text emphasizes that true biblical faith is active and relentless, that grace operates through the "non-imputation" of sin, and that the experience of being forgiven necessitates a life of radical gratitude and the extension of grace to others.

In the life of the disciple, few theological terrains are as fraught with tension as the intersection of faith and physical infirmity. As we navigate the complexities of suffering, we often encounter two unhelpful poles that threaten to destabilize a robust biblical worldview. On one side is a presumptive demand for miraculous healing in every instance, a theology that risks reducing the Creator to a celestial vending machine. On the other is a restrictive, functional deism that limits God's agency to the hands of medical professionals alone. Understanding the authority of Christ over disease is not merely a matter of academic interest; it is strategically vital for spiritual survival. We must find a theologically necessary "middle ground" that preserves both the compassion of Christ—demonstrating that He is intimately moved by our suffering—and the transcendence of Christ—affirming that His wisdom and purposes far exceed our immediate comfort. This study aims to explore the five pillars of Christ's authority as revealed in Scripture, providing a framework that honors His power without compromising His sovereignty.