What happens when the Lord’s people engage in idolatry and allow something to take the place of God? How can the people avoid divine wrath and begin to change how others see them? Join us as we read an infamous Old Testament account and make an application to 21st century American Christianity. (Ex 32:1-25)

How does the Bible define “love?” How important is it to God? Not only does the Apostle John provide us with answers to those questions, he also offers three benefits for those who love others. Two practical—and challenging—applications will be suggested. (1 John 3:11-24)

How can we cope when life gets difficult? Join us as we read about the inspiring story of how Naomi and Ruth deal with such things as illness, death, loneliness and economic hard times. In addition to reinforcing the importance of family, we will make three key observations we can use in our own lives. (Ruth 1)

Counterfeiters go to great lengths to pass off their home-made money as the real thing. If one knows about things such as ink, paper and watermarks, however, making distinctions between genuine and fake is not difficult. According to the Apostle John knowing who are real followers of Christ and who are just pretending is also cut and dried. Join us as we find out how to differentiate between “children of God” and “children of the devil.” (1 John 2:28-3:10)

This podcast is a Scripture reading from 1 John 5:13-21 in three Bible versions: the New International Version (NIV), the New American Standard Bible—Updated Edition, and The Message. It will prepare listeners to hear the sermon, “Talk with God.” (1 John 5:13-21)

This podcast is a Scripture reading from 1 John 5:1-12 in three Bible versions: the New International Version (NIV), the New American Standard Bible—Updated Edition, and The Message. It will prepare listeners to hear the sermon, “Remember that Jesus will get us to heaven.” (1 John 5:1-12)

This podcast is a Scripture reading from 1 John 4:1-6 in three Bible versions: the New International Version (NIV), the New American Standard Bible—Updated Edition, and The Message. It will prepare listeners to hear the sermon, “Love like God loves.” (1 John 4:7-21)

This podcast is a Scripture reading from 1 John 4:1-6 in three Bible versions: the New International Version (NIV), the New American Standard Bible—Updated Edition, and The Message. It will prepare listeners to hear the sermon, “Be discerning.” (1 John 4:1-6)

This podcast is a Scripture reading from 1 John 3:11-24 in three Bible versions: the New International Version (NIV), the New American Standard Bible—Updated Edition, and The Message. It will prepare listeners to hear the sermon, “Love each other.” (1 John 3:11-24)

In this sermon we get a spiritual warning from the Apostle John about imminent danger. Who or what do we need to be wary of? Just as important, how can we avoid the danger? An interesting and practical passage from the book of 1 John. (1 John 2:15-27)