Wise For Salvation

Jesus perfectly reveals the Father. As our perfect Prophet, Jesus communicates who God is; what He is like and how He acts. As believers now filled with God's Spirit, we are sent as Jesus was to reveal, through the proclamation of the Scriptures and the way we live, who God is.

Episode Text: Hebrews 1:1-3

Closing Question: Hebrews 1 tells us that Jesus “is the exact likeness of God’s being.” and that “He provided the way for people to be made pure from sin.” The Father sent Jesus. What does this tell us about who God is - his character and nature?

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The Lord has blessed each of us with different gifts and abilities. We are called to use those gifts to glorify God.

Episode Text: 1 Cor 12:17-20

Closing Question: What talents, gifts, or abilities has God blessed you with and how can you use those gifts to glorify God?

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Episode Text: Matthew 11:28

Closing Question: Can you think of a time that you did a good deed with the wrong motivation? Share about that with your parents. Parents, share your own experiences with your children.

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The Pharisees' motives in approaching Jesus were wrong. Their goal was to win an argument and come out on top. Let's be sure that when we tell others what it is that we believe, that our motivation isn't to argue someone down, but to speak the truth in love. Winning an argument shouldn't be our goal.

Episode Text: 2 Timothy 2:23-25

Closing Question: Do you think it’s scary to tell someone about Jesus? Why do you think that is? What’s one way you could be brave?

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Jesus turned greatness on its head, showing us that humility is the mark of true greatness. Humility isn't celebrated in our culture but Jesus overcame sin and death through his humility. We, like Jesus, are to humble ourselves so that through Jesus we can be raised at the proper time.

Episode Text: 1 Peter 5:6

Closing Question: What is one way you can change your attitude or actions to humbly serve your family?

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God has given us His Holy Spirit to live the Christian life. Though God has dealt a death blow to Satan, God's enemy continues to wage war against the King and His people. By fighting in God's strength, through His Spirit, and standing firm in the armor of God, the Christ can resist the devil and walk in victory.

Episode Text: James 4:7

Closing Question: “Satan is active but can we blame every bad thing or sinful action on him? Read Ephesians 2:1-3 where Paul discusses the world, our flesh, and the devil. What are these three things and how can we resist each of them, standing firm in the faith?”

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Jesus is the light of the world. When we follow Jesus, His light helps us to see the world as it really is. In truth, we can see with clarity and follow faithfully. Even when things might seem difficult, if we are walking with Jesus, we are walking in the light and we will not trip and fall.

Episode Text: John 8:12

Closing Question: “Share a time or situation where you saw dimly at first but then God’s truth helped you to see - to shine light on the reality of that situation. Is there a time that comes to mind?”

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Episode Text: Matthew 7:13-14

Closing Question: “How is your family’s attitude, activities, schedule, and lifestyle different because you are on the narrow road?”

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Lesson Text: Matthew 22:9; Ephesians 5:31-32

Closing Question: “What are some ways you and your family can resist distractions in order to be sure you stay focused on Jesus and his kingdom?

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Using the Parable of the Sower, we'll explore how God's kingdom grows one heart at a time. As the conquered heart receives and believes God's word, they turn from their sin, recognizing their rebellion against God, and put their faith in Him.

Episode Text: Colossians 1:5-6

Closing Question: “The good soil produces fruit. What kind of fruit would we see in someone who has received and believed God’s word?”

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