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  • Be Still and Know Daily Bible Devotion - June 28th - John 6:8-9

    John 6:8-9

    Then Andrew, Simon Peter’s brother, spoke up: “There’s a young boy here with five barley loaves and two fish. But what good is that with this huge crowd?”

    I’m sure we’re all familiar with Jesus’ miraculous feeding of the 5,000. It must have had a profound effect on everyone who witnessed it, but I’m particularly interested in what happened before the miracle took place. Jesus asked Philip where it would be possible to buy food for the people, and then John added that Jesus knew exactly what he was going to do and was merely testing Philip. Philip gave the not unreasonable answer that even if they worked for months, they wouldn’t have sufficient money to pay for enough food. Andrew then emphasised the hopelessness of the situation by pointing out the young boy with his packed lunch. With despair he observed: “what good is that with this huge crowd?”
    This all feels very familiar. When we look at the problems of our world, or even our local community, it is very easy to get depressed. There is so much to be done. The needs are not only vast but also extremely complicated. We look at our resources and, like the disciples, conclude that there is absolutely nothing that we could do to make a difference. The boy’s packed lunch didn’t contain enough to satisfy the needs of one grown man, let alone a vast crowd of hungry people.
    Jesus’ miraculous feeding of this enormous crowd was a lesson that the disciples needed to remember throughout their lives. In the years to come, they were all going to face great challenges as they served God, and they needed to keep their eyes on Jesus rather than the problems. We should apply our logical thinking to the challenges that we face, but we must never forget that we are serving a God of miracles who is able “to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think” (Ephesians 3:20).

    Question

    In what way do you find Jesus’ feeding of the 5,000 an encouragement?

    Prayer

    Lord Jesus Christ, I place my faith in you. Forgive me for those times when I become overwhelmed by the problems and forget that you are a miracle worker. Amen

    4 min
  • Bible Answer Man Podcast with Hank Hanegraaff - The Perversion of the Prosperity Gospel, and Q&A
    On today’s Bible Answer Man broadcast (06/27/25), Hank addresses the perverted understanding of money espoused by the prosperity gospel.

    Hank also answers the following questions:

    Does the armor of God in Ephesians 6 have a connection to Isaiah 59:17? Does Ephesians touch back to the Old Testament? Orville - Tulsa, OK (15:12)
    Regarding the assertion that Jesus never talked about homosexuality, Jesus’ reference to Genesis 2 regarding divorce and remarriage shows that husband and wife relationships are male and female, correct? Orville - Tulsa, OK (16:55)
    I noticed that in Genesis 7:11, the first instance of the word month is mentioned in the Bible. Why is month never mentioned in creation? Is the lesser light in Genesis 1:16 speaking of the moon? Ron - Springfield, MO (20:56)
    I’m a part-time youth pastor considering full-time ministry. What is the biblical role of a pastor? Should it be a paid position? Craig - Macon, MO (24:04)
    29 min
  • The Bible Study Hour on Oneplace.com - The Full Measure of God's Blessing
    What does it mean to be blessed by God? What’s the difference between the way he blesses us, and the way he blesses the things we do? This week on The Bible Study Hour, Dr. James Boice continues his studies in Romans to find out what Paul means by the full measure of the blessing of Christ. Join us this week for The Bible Study Hour.
    To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/81/29
    36 min
  • Win Today - Be Kind to Your Future Self

    Are you prone to putting things off, ignoring the inevitable, or waiting until the last moment? Donna Amidon helps you break this cycle of procrastination with a simple yet powerful proverb.

    The Word Revealed: Jesus' Power, Provision, and Promise takes you and your discipleship partner through John, chapters 5–6, inviting you to reveal your thoughts to each other and to the people in your world!    

    As our thanks for your gift today, you’ll receive two copies—one for you and one for your study/discipleship partner. For your gift of any amount.....

    Thank you for supporting the mission of Christ.

    3 min
  • Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld - Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Who Speaks for God?

    When culture demands compromise and voices claim to speak for God, how do we know who to trust? In this episode, Dr. John explores Deuteronomy 12:29-13:5, warning against the church's temptation to adopt cultural trends over biblical truth. He explains how to identify false prophets by testing their teachings against Scripture, concluding that Scripture alone speaks for God.

    Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how we live. The book of Deuteronomy is a second presentation of God’s Law. It contains three sermons by Moses, as Israel stands on the border of the Promised Land. In this series, Dr. John highlights chapters 12- 17 in which Moses emphasizes living out God’s commands for a moral life. Why should we listen? Because living a moral life speaks louder than any bumper sticker.

    24 min
  • Faith & Finance - The Cycle of Grateful Living with John Cortines

    “Everyone also to whom God has given wealth and possessions and the power to enjoy them, and to accept his lot and rejoice in his toil—this is the gift of God.”  - Ecclesiastes 5:19

    What if true joy doesn’t come from gaining more, but from gratefully receiving what God has already provided? Today, John Cortines joins us to explore what he calls the Cycle of Grateful Living—and how it transforms our approach to money and contentment.

    John Cortines is the Director of Grantmaking at The Maclellan Foundation. He is the author of our new study on the book of Ecclesiastes, Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money, as well as the co-author of God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School and True Riches: What Jesus Really Said About Money and Your Heart.

    The Heart of Ecclesiastes: Joy as a Gift

    Ecclesiastes 5:18–20 forms the foundation of our new Wisdom Over Wealth study:

    “It is good and fitting to eat and drink and find enjoyment in all the toil... this is God’s gift to man... God keeps him occupied with joy in his heart.” - Ecclesiastes 5:18–20

    These verses, nestled within the longest section on money in the book, offer a radical invitation: rather than striving for more, we’re called to enjoy what we’ve already received. Even the ability to enjoy life’s blessings is a divine gift.

    Introducing the Cycle of Grateful Living: E.A.T.

    To help us live out this vision, here’s a simple acronym from Ecclesiastes 5:19: E.A.T.—Enjoy, Accept, Toil.

    1. Enjoy God’s Provision

      Everything we have—our wealth, relationships, health, and even the capacity to enjoy them—is a gift from God. Acknowledging this turns entitlement into gratitude and replaces striving with trust.
       
    2. Accept Life’s Brevity

      Ecclesiastes frequently reflects on death, not to breed fear, but to awaken us to the preciousness of life. Acceptance of our limits and mortality grants deeper purpose and contentment in the present moment.
       
    3. Toil with Joy

      Work is not something to escape from. Ecclesiastes calls us to rejoice in our toil. True fulfillment isn’t found in early retirement or unending leisure, but in the meaningful work God places before us.
    What Gets in the Way?

    Gratitude can often feel elusive in the routines of everyday life. Often, we slip into discontent when we:

    • Take God’s provision for granted
    • Ignore life’s brevity and live mindlessly
    • Complain about work instead of finding purpose in it

    The world’s promises—especially those of financial independence or early retirement (FIRE)—can become mirages. We’ve probably all been there, dreaming that if we work hard and save enough, we will someday be free. But that vision of life can be so hollow because the human condition is to be oriented to purpose, to work. Even if you're retired, it's

    25 min

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