Live in the Light Daily Broadcast

As we heard in the previous message in this series, the faithful church will always hold fast to the unequivocal authority of the word. Because this is true, the preaching of God's word is our unconditional calling in the church. In 2 Timothy, we find Paul nearing the end of his life and knowing this, he urgently issues the charge to his young mentee to 'preach the word' - above all else - and without apology. It is not an easy road, yet there is no higher calling or greater expression of love than to faithfully preach God's word. It is a light in the darkness and a hope for the hopeless!

As we heard in the previous message in this series, the faithful church will always hold fast to the unequivocal authority of the word. Because this is true, the preaching of God's word is our unconditional calling in the church. In 2 Timothy, we find Paul nearing the end of his life and knowing this, he urgently issues the charge to his young mentee to 'preach the word' - above all else - and without apology. It is not an easy road, yet there is no higher calling or greater expression of love than to faithfully preach God's word. It is a light in the darkness and a hope for the hopeless!

The bible is foundational to the life of the believer because it is the very word of God. Through it, God reveals to us who he is in order that we would both grow in relationship with him and in our knowledge of the truth: God's truth found in scripture alone. How amazing that God wrote a book and has gifted it to us out of his great love for us! Today, we will examine abundant evidence supporting God's authorship and the undeniable authority of the bible.

The theme throughout the old testament is that of the coming Messiah. We learn in today's passage that Jesus - the Messiah - came not to negate the law, but instead, as the fulfillment of all the law and the prophets. He is the true Messiah for whom the people had long-awaited. Jesus came to rescue us from the penalty of sin and provide us with the true righteousness that leads to everlasting life, something we could never attain on our own but is only available by grace through faith. Christ is the "yes' answer to all the promises of God!

The bible is foundational to the life of the believer because it is the very word of God. Through it, God reveals to us who he is in order that we would both grow in relationship with him and in our knowledge of the truth: God's truth found in scripture alone. How amazing that God wrote a book and has gifted it to us out of his great love for us! Today, we will examine abundant evidence supporting God's authorship and the undeniable authority of the bible.

Samuel was not a perfect man but he consistently lived a life of integrity, conviction and faithfulness. His ability to persevere and endure resulted from his reliance and deep connection to God. Samuel constantly sought the Lord and his will, refusing to capitulate to the culture of his day and God in turn graciously sustained and filled Samuel with power. His life was one of consistent obedience, service, love and fear of the Lord. Samuel ran the race and finished strong - a good and faithful servant indeed!

Samuel was not a perfect man but he consistently lived a life of integrity, conviction and faithfulness. His ability to persevere and endure resulted from his reliance and deep connection to God. Samuel constantly sought the Lord and his will, refusing to capitulate to the culture of his day and God in turn graciously sustained and filled Samuel with power. His life was one of consistent obedience, service, love and fear of the Lord. Samuel ran the race and finished strong - a good and faithful servant indeed!

Warning signs indicate impending danger, and give us an opportunity to react, steer clear and avoid harm. God had sent numerous 'warning signs' to the Israelites, but they foolishly ignored them. Their disregard for God and his counsel led to disobedience, sin and even death. Israel chose worldliness over the wisdom of God with disasterous results. The message is clear - when we choose God's wisdom, we choose the path of blessing.

Warning signs indicate impending danger, and give us an opportunity to react, steer clear and avoid harm. God had sent numerous 'warning signs' to the Israelites, but they foolishly ignored them. Their disregard for God and his counsel led to disobedience, sin and even death. Israel chose worldliness over the wisdom of God with disastrous results. The message is clear - when we choose God's wisdom, we choose the path of blessing.

The theme throughout the old testament is that of the coming Messiah. We learn in today's passage that Jesus - the Messiah - came not to negate the law, but instead, as the fulfillment of all the law and the prophets. He is the true Messiah for whom the people had long-awaited. Jesus came to rescue us from the penalty of sin and provide us with the true righteousness that leads to everlasting life, something we could never attain on our own but is only available by grace through faith. Christ is the "yes' answer to all the promises of God!