Wisdom Words Podcast

Do you want to read your Bible for all it's worth? In this series we will talk about the motives, mindsets and methods of effective Bible study for the everyday follower of Christ. Join Joel Evrist and special guest, Grant Ebright, as they discuss tried and true motives, mindsets and methods of studying the Word of God that will help you in your journey with Jesus.

Scripture References:

• Psalm 1:1-6
• Psalm 119:11
• Jeremiah 9:23-24

Bible Study Resources:

• Daily Life Journal
• Blue Letter Bible (Matthew Henry and David Guzick Commentaries)
• David Platt Commentaries
• YouVersion App "Street Lights Audio Bible"
• Minno App
• On Guard by William Lane Craig
• The Reason for God by Tim Keller
• The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel

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The most important thing to confront unbelievers? It's the Gospel, the Good News! The Gospel is the one thing that can thoroughly and permanently change a person's life, and there is nothing more critical than understanding what it means to confront people with the Gospel. Helping people to understand the seriousness of sin and the miraculous redemption found in Jesus Christ. Join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist as they discuss the life-giving, life-saving truth and grace needed in confronting unbelievers with the Gospel.

Scripture References:

• Matthew 3:2
• Romans 1:16-17
• Acts 17:30
• John 3:3
• John 8:1-11
• Luke 7: 36-50
• John 4
• John 6
• Acts 14:8-18

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How do I speak the truth in love to unbelievers? Join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist as they talk about the confrontational side of speaking the truth in love and continue sharing helpful guidelines for lovingly confronting the unbelievers in your reach - those you interact with on a daily basis. Part of the way we love and honor God is by loving and honoring those around us. Remember that affirmation is currency for confrontation to both the believer and the unbeliever.

Scripture References:

• Proverbs 26:17
• Psalm 37
• 2 Corinthians 10:5
• Joshua 1:3
• Matthew 12:28
• Proverbs 26:28
• Ephesians 4:15

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Do your words drip with both grace and truth like Jesus? Join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist as they talk about the confrontational side of speaking the truth in love and continue sharing helpful guidelines for lovingly confronting other believers. In this episode, we'll talk about topics such as quick confrontation versus long speeches, praying for those with whom you have conflict, and more. Remember, affirmation is currency for confrontation.

Scripture References:

• James 5:19-20
• 1 Peter 4:8
• Proverbs 25:12
• Matthew 19:16-22
• Matthew 7:6
• Proverbs 26:11
• John 13:27
• Proverbs 27:7
• Galatians 2:11

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Welcome to our one year anniversary episode! How are believers instructed to lovingly confront one another? Join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist in this episode as they talk about the confrontational side of speaking the truth in love and share guidelines for confronting believers. Remember, affirmation is currency for confrontation.

Scripture References:

• Proverbs 15:22
• Ephesians 4:15-6
• Ephesians 4:29-32
• Ephesians 5:1
• 1 Thessalonians 2:17
• John 11:20-27

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What does the Bible say about the confrontational side of speaking the truth in love? In our last couple of episodes, we talked about the heart behind speaking the truth in love and focused on affirmation, celebration and confirmation. Join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist in this episode as they talk about the confrontational side of speaking the truth in love and look to our greatest example of this – Jesus. Remember, affirmation is currency for confrontation.

Scripture References:

• Galatians 5:15
• John 15
• Proverbs 10:12
• Proverbs 10:19
• Proverbs 12:18
• Proverbs 15:1
• Proverbs 15:18
• Proverbs 19:11
• Proverbs 22:10
• Proverbs 23:13
• Proverbs 24:10-11
• Proverbs 27:5-6, 17
• Proverbs 21:19
• Luke 10:25-37
• Luke 10:38-42
• John 3
• John 5-6
• Matthew 23

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Do you speak what is true from an attitude of love? In the last episode we discussed that speaking the truth in love can have to do with confrontation or correction. But it really has to do with everything - including affirmation, appreciation and gratitude. Join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist as they talk about how Christians should be speaking what is right, and lovely, and wholesome in order to cause growth in the lives of others.

Scripture References:

• Romans 1:21-22
• Ephesians 4:15
• Proverbs 18:21
• 1 Thessalonians 1:2
• 1 Thessalonians 5

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What should come out of the mouth of someone who follows Jesus? In this new series entitled, "Speaking the Truth in Love," join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist as they begin to unpack how Christians should be speaking in today's culture. We live in an age of endless words that are leading people astray and breaking people down. But it's increasingly rare to hear words that truly cause people to grow. Well, what about followers of Jesus? His words drip with grace and when He speaks, stars form, trees grow, and oceans teem with life. So what should come out of the mouths of His followers? That's what this series seeks to answer.

Scripture References:

• Ephesians 4:15
• Proverbs 18:21
• Proverbs 10:11-12
• Proverbs 10:17-19
• Proverbs 12:25
• Proverbs 15:1-2
• Proverbs 15:28
• Proverbs 17:27-28
• Proverbs 20:3
• Proverbs 27:5-6
• Proverbs 27:17

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Are you discouraged or frustrated as you're fighting for peace in your mind? Everyone has been through trauma of some kind or knows someone who has gone through trauma of some kind. If we don't properly deal with trauma, it will have a negative impact on us and those around us. In this episode, join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist, as they remind us that healing takes time, and that as we seek to bring healing to others, we will become healed ourselves. The best part about being free is helping others get free as well.

Scripture References:

• 2 Corinthians 4:7-18
• 2 Timothy 2:1-13
• Mark 4:35-41
• Exodus 1-4
• Psalm 23

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How do healthy habits and healthy people help you overcome trauma? Everyone has been through trauma of some kind or knows someone who has gone through trauma of some kind. If we don't properly deal with trauma, it will have a negative impact on us and those around us. In this episode, join father-son duo Dale and Joel Evrist, as they talk about practical things you can do to heal your brain through the renewing of your mind and establishing healthy relationships with the people of God.

Scripture References:

• John 13:17
• Psalm 19:7-8
• Psalm 119:143-148, 161-176
• Psalm 1:1-3
• Ephesians 5:29
• Proverbs 27:9
• Proverbs 17:17
• Proverbs 13:10
• Proverbs 22:24-25

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