The Moody Church Sunday Morning Podcast

What anchors you when life falls apart? Discover how faith in God's promises gives courage to face every storm.

 

Acts 27:1–44

 

The Surprise of Courage

• Courage needs an Anchor.

 

The Source of Courage

• Our Sovereign God is faithful to His covenant.

 

The Secret of Courage

• Our God is with us, and our God is for us.

 

Takeaway: There is no storm bigger than our God.

Why believe in Jesus? Because everything hinges on Him. He fulfilled prophecy, changed history, and is still transforming lives.

 

Acts 25:23–26:32

 

Personally

• Jesus transforms lives.

 

Scripturally

• Jesus fulfills prophecy.

 

Historically

• Jesus revolutionizes history.

 

Takeaway: Everything hinges on Jesus.

1 Corinthians 7:29-31I. The Time is ShortII. How to Live in Light of the TimeFrom now on, let those who have wives live as though they had none

And those who mourn as though they were not mourning

And those who rejoice as though they were not rejoicing

And those who buy as though they had no goods

And those who deal with the world as though they had no dealings with itIII. When Your Time is upIV. What Lasts?

Unsure of God’s will? Discover how Paul’s posture of patience, dependence, and surrender helped him to discern God’s path.

Acts 25:1–22

Strategic PatienceGod is working in our waiting.Proactive DependenceGod is acting in our actions.Hopeful SurrenderGod is faithful in our finitude.Takeaway: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” – Proverbs 3:5–6

Romans 8:321. What is the context for Romans 8:32?2. What is the logic of the apostle Paul in Romans 8:32?3. Since this is Father's Day, what does Romans 8:32 say about God the Father?4. What is the meaning of the phrase "all things" in Romans 8:32?5. What has to be true of God for Romans 8:32 to be true?6. How should we use promises of God like Romans 8:32 in our walks as Christians?

Under pressure, we tend to panic, compromise, or stay silent. But just like Paul at his trial defense, Jesus empowers us to remain calm, clear, and courageous.

 Acts 24:1–27Be CalmBe calm, because Jesus is near. Be ClearBe clear, because Jesus is truth. Be CourageousBe courageous, because Jesus is coming Takeaway: The Gospel convicts the comfortable and comforts the convicted.

Philemon 6 "I pray that your partnership with us in the faith may be effective in deepening your understanding of every good thing we share for the sake of Christ."

The nations rage, but their plans are in vain. Discover how the crucified, risen King calls everyone to find refuge, hope, and salvation in Him.

 Psalm 2 The CoronationBasis: All authority is given to Jesus. The InheritanceEnd: All the nations belong to Jesus. The UltimatumCall: All peoples must answer to Jesus. Takeaway: Jesus is the crucified, risen, exalted, and returning King of kings, therefore we go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that Jesus has commanded us, for behold, He is with us always, to the end of the age!

What if your darkest night is where God’s faithfulness becomes clearest? In Paul’s suffering, discover how Jesus Himself is our source of courage.

 

Acts 22:30–23:35

 The Lord’s Preparation• In the night, remember the Lord’s faithfulness. The Lord’s Presence• In the night, abide in the Lord’s nearness. The Lord’s Providence• In the night, hope in the Lord’s goodness. Takeaway: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” —Joshua 1:9

Ezra 9 and 10 The Need for Repentance How to Repent Part 1: Prayer• Take sin seriously.• Remember the goodness of God.• Confess.• Trust the mercy of God.  How to Repent Part 2: Action Objections and Applications  Coda: The Naughty List