In this episode we are in the first few chapters of the book of Ezekiel. While the children of Israel are exiled in Babylon, Ezekiel is called by God to go and preach to his fellow man and is informed that they will not want to listen to what he has to say. Why would God send someone to people who refuse to hear? And what does God expect of me and my preaching today?

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In this episode we are going to be all over the book of Proverbs, specifically addressing the proverbs on fools. We often don’t like to think of ourselves as a fool, but the Proverbs in the Bible expose us in many areas of our life. What can I do to be more wise, and less like a fool in day to day life?

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In this episode we finish our 4 part series from the sermon on the Mount found in Matthew 5-7. In this final section we hear Jesus admonish us to make a choice. Will we choose to listen to him and follow what he says, or will we be like a fool who hears him, but disregards everything he has said? How can I be better about following through with the teachings of Jesus even when they are hard to apply? And do I marvel at Jesus’ teaching the way that I am supposed to?

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In this episode we continue our 4 part series from the Sermon on the Mount found in Matthew 5-7. Specifically found in chapter 6, we see Jesus address a series of 3 areas where we will be tempted to make our religious service more about ourselves rather than about God. And not only that, Jesus warns us about what life is like when we begin seeking treasures here on earth, rather than in heaven. How can I seek first this Kingdom that Jesus is preaching about?

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In this episode we continue our 4 part series from the Sermon on the Mount found in Matthew 5-7. In the section we are looking at we hear Jesus call his listeners to a higher standard of living. Not just in our actions, but also in our hearts. Does my righteousness look the way Jesus describes it? Or does it look like the scribes and Pharisees of his day?

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In this episode we begin a 4 part series from the Sermon on the Mount found in Matthew 5-7. While exploring the opening 16 verses of Jesus’ sermon, we learn that he is looking for a specific kind of person to follow him. In order to be a part of Jesus’ kingdom, there are certain qualities a person ought to be striving for. How can I begin to emulate these characteristics in my day to day life?

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In this episode we are in the book of Ezra, specifically chapters 7-8. In this part of Israel’s history they are working to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem, and at every turn Ezra recognizes how much God’s hand has been on them. How good are we about acknowledging when God’s hand has been with us, but not only that, giving him the glory he deserves when he does intervene in our lives?

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In this episode we will be in Psalm 44. In this psalm from the sons of Korah we learn that there really isn’t anything we cannot talk to God about in prayer. However, how often are we shallow in our prayers and reserve our real questions and concerns when we are talking to God? How can I be better about opening my heart to God and accepting his answers even when it isn’t what I want to hear?

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In this episode we will be in a minor prophet book of the Bible: Habakkuk. In this 3 chapter book an important question is raised God’s direction: Why do bad things happen in this world? But more specifically, to God’s chosen people. How does God answer a question like that? And how should I respond when he gives me an answer to difficult questions like this?

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In this episode we will be in Luke 10. Specifically looking at Jesus’ well known parable about the good Samaritan. With well known stories, the surrounding context is often forgotten. But what happens before and after Jesus tells this story helps us understand why this parable is so important for us. How can I prove to be a neighbor? And how can I have a heart that wants to please God even when others around me won’t?

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