Knowing that the Hebrew Christians to whom this book was addressed were starting to turn back to the sacrificial system of the past, the author of the book of Hebrews called them back to simple faith in Jesus. Jesus is awesome! He is better than any angel – better than any prophet – better than […]

Our God is the dependable God. He is trustworthy in every respect. Whereas we are helpless against our enemies (even after the best we can do), we find our help in Christ. Jesus is our Deliverer, our Strength, and our Shield. We can (and should!) hide ourselves in Him, trusting Him for victory. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 […]

In this brief letter, Paul was asking Philemon to do a difficult thing, so he asked in the nicest way possible, appealing to him as a beloved brother in Jesus. When it comes to tough topics, how will you approach a fellow brother or sister in Christ? Don’t assume the worst; assume the best! Go […]

With the narrative of the temple (nearly) complete, the Chronicler looks at the overall reign of King Solomon. And what a reign it was! It was glorious in nearly every way. But it wasn’t given for men to give glory to Solomon; it was given for men and women to give glory to God. Apple: […]

We often emphasize (rightly!) how we are saved by grace apart from works, how good works do not and cannot contribute anything towards our salvation. Yet works do have a part to play in the lives of Christians. Those who have been saved by the free grace of Jesus Christ do good works…not to get […]

Solomon’s desire was for God to hear the people, having God’s attention on His own people. And God said yes. There was no doubt He would. How do we know? Because God always keeps His word! Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

There are Biblical behaviors and unbiblical behaviors, and as born-again Christians we are to consciously decide to behave appropriately. But as we do, we can never forget why we do so. The motive makes the difference. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

God wants us (as His people) to live as those who have been transformed by grace. The gospel of grace (which we learn through the Bible) keeps us looking to Christ, which causes us to live for Him as His people. Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ

Solomon’s temple was an amazingly beautiful building in which God was worshipped and where His presence dwelt. God chose to let His presence dwell there, just like God chooses to let His Spirit dwell within us as born-again Christians. And we too, are to be spiritually beautiful…something possible only through the gracious work of Jesus. […]

Titus and the elders he was to appoint were to faithfully teach God’s word to God’s people. And as they did, God’s word would change lives. Healthy doctrine leads to a healthy church…and for that, we need a healthy dose of the word of God! Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/preach-the-word/id1449859151?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aSveQvIs7SPHWB4UcmSUQ