This study is a continuation of the previous podcast. In this podcast: A look at an article written by a homosexual man who changed his mind about prosecuting Christians who cannot celebrate so-called same-sex marriage.  The case for conscientious objection. (The original article is here.) Jesus prophesies that His followers will be beaten. And they … Continue reading Matthew 10:16-22 Handling Persecution (Podcast) →

Christians should know how to make the case for life and how to refute pro-choice arguments. If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to advance the pro-life cause, you can find help here. This is a recording of a live study in the A5B class at Sevier Heights Baptist Church on January 17, 2016. Here is … Continue reading Mt 5:13-18 Changing Hearts & Minds about Abortion (Podcast) →

Introduction to the Sermon on the Mount How some of the more radical forms of dispensationalism can badly affect our study of God’s Word. Three reasons why Jesus gave us these beatitudes. (1) to show us how to live in such a way as to be blessed, 2) to help us see how badly we have … Continue reading Matthew 5:1-5 The Beatitudes–Part 1 (Podcast) →

This Bible study is concludes a study of the Beatitudes that began in the previous podcast. What it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness.  “If I find in myself a desire which no experience in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that I was made for another world” (C.S. Lewis) How … Continue reading Matthew 5:6-12 The Beatitudes–Part 2 (Podcast) →

Several prophecies foretold the greatness of John the Baptist. He was filled with the Holy Spirit from the womb. He had more spiritual insight and power than any of the Old Testament prophets. He was an amazing man chosen by God to prepare the way for Jesus. He preached genuine radical repentance evidenced by a … Continue reading Matthew 3:1-12 John the Baptist (Part 1) (Podcast) →

This is the conclusion of the Bible study begun in the previous podcast. Stay in the Battle! Steve To find and subscribe to Steve’s podcasts on ITunes (all subscriptions are free): http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-strong-in-christ-steve/id563175497 To subscribe to Steve’s podcasts on other podcast apps (e.g. Beyond Pod for Android phones) enter the following RSS feed (all subscriptions are … Continue reading Matthew 3:1-12 John the Baptist (Part 2) (Podcast) →

This study concludes this multi-part presentation of evidence for the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. This is a recording of a live Bible study with the residents of McMinn Memorial Nursing Home on Saturday, December 26, 2015. Stay in the Battle! Steve To find and subscribe to Steve’s podcasts on ITunes (all subscriptions are … Continue reading 1 Peter 3:15-17 (Part 4) More Evidence for the Resurrection (Podcast) →

Genesis 22 is one of the most familiar chapters in the Bible. For many, it is also a chapter that brings great chagrin. But God has an exciting purpose for bringing about these events and for causing them to be preserved for us in His Word. We are introduced here to God by His Name, … Continue reading Genesis 22–The Binding of Isaac (Podcast) →

Sarah is the only woman whose age at her death is given in Scripture. She is also the only woman that we are encouraged, twice, to learn from. In spite of her mistakes, she provides a godly example of faithfulness and loyalty. Mourning over the death of a loved one is normal and a God-given … Continue reading Genesis 23–the Death and Burial of Sarah (Podcast) →

We will be better equipped to be able to give an answer to anyone who asks us a reason for the hope that is in us if we have a good grasp of some of the evidence God has left us for the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead. This Bible study was recorded live … Continue reading 1 Peter 3:13-17 Part 3 (Podcast) →