<![CDATA[Emmanuel Tuscaloosa Building Blocks]]>f53ed731-81ab-5bd4-80f6-a6d350e687caSun, 12 Apr 2026 18:00:06 +0000Captivate.fmMichael Crosswhitehttps://artwork.captivate.fm/022bb0ea-08d5-4ce0-b12f-7374345bd37e/EjPumoC2AdPaKzHUZPGoZBQR.jpgEmmanuel Tuscaloosa Building BlocksMichael CrosswhiteMichael CrosswhiteA weekly recording of the Sunday educational hour exploring books of the Bible or topics such as Theology and Apologetics from Emmanuel Baptist Church in Tuscaloosa, AL. | emmanueltuscaloosa.orghttps://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/falseepisodicnopodcastTuscaloosa, AlabamaGovernance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 10Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 10Strength in Grace and Endurance (2 Timothy 2:1-26) // Strength in grace produces endurance that multiplies faithful disciples.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Strength in Grace and Endurance (2 Timothy 2:1-26) // Strength in grace produces endurance that multiplies faithful disciples.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>8c34009b-b62b-4382-8a3a-2be5a3e18d72Sun, 12 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -050054:19falsefull11101011Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 9Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 9A Rational Celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ // The resurrection of Jesus Christ proves His divine identity and truth, confirms the reliability of Scripture, reveals God’s character, secures forgiveness and justification, defeats death, and gives believers a living hope of eternal life.

Resurrection Sunday // Bob Brooks

]]>A Rational Celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ // The resurrection of Jesus Christ proves His divine identity and truth, confirms the reliability of Scripture, reveals God’s character, secures forgiveness and justification, defeats death, and gives believers a living hope of eternal life.

Resurrection Sunday // Bob Brooks

]]>834bbe8b-62c9-4f4e-9aae-e5bcc9273579Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -050056:22falsefull119911Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 8Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 8Fan into Flame the Gift (2 Timothy 1:1-18) // Timothy is called to courageously cultivate God’s gift, boldly endure suffering without shame, and faithfully guard the gospel by the power of the Holy Spirit.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Fan into Flame the Gift (2 Timothy 1:1-18) // Timothy is called to courageously cultivate God’s gift, boldly endure suffering without shame, and faithfully guard the gospel by the power of the Holy Spirit.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>1c60353a-6f42-4d5b-bad1-6076c1fc871fSun, 29 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -050052:25falsefull118811Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 7Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 7Godliness with Contentment (1 Timothy 6:1-21) // Paul warns against false teaching and greed, urging believers to live honorably, pursue godliness with contentment, use wealth generously, and faithfully guard the truth of the gospel.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Godliness with Contentment (1 Timothy 6:1-21) // Paul warns against false teaching and greed, urging believers to live honorably, pursue godliness with contentment, use wealth generously, and faithfully guard the truth of the gospel.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>adccf942-d486-40e2-ae7f-833f20f8f911Sun, 22 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -050053:29falsefull117711Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 6Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 6Honor and Discipline within the Church (1 Timothy 5:1-25) // Paul instructs Timothy on how believers should relate to one another within the church as a family and gives detailed guidance for caring for widows, honoring faithful elders, and maintaining integrity in leadership.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Honor and Discipline within the Church (1 Timothy 5:1-25) // Paul instructs Timothy on how believers should relate to one another within the church as a family and gives detailed guidance for caring for widows, honoring faithful elders, and maintaining integrity in leadership.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>9c0d5230-e586-41bb-b029-933c1d559f5bSun, 15 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -050051:18falsefull116611Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 5Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 5Training in Godliness (1 Timothy 4:1-16) // Paul urges Timothy to resist false teaching by training in godliness, teaching the truth, and living as a faithful example to others.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Training in Godliness (1 Timothy 4:1-16) // Paul urges Timothy to resist false teaching by training in godliness, teaching the truth, and living as a faithful example to others.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>db5f5e25-8fb4-47c0-bacf-7a1e6bb66667Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -050050:56falsefull115511Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 4Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 4Leaders in the Household of God (1 Timothy 3:1-16) // Church leaders must be men chosen for proven godly character and faithful service who will lead the church to uphold the truth of the gospel and stay centered on Christ.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Leaders in the Household of God (1 Timothy 3:1-16) // Church leaders must be men chosen for proven godly character and faithful service who will lead the church to uphold the truth of the gospel and stay centered on Christ.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>81f53325-f880-4111-a331-ba1579aebaa4Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -050048:51falsefull114411Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 3Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 3One Mediator and His Church (1 Timothy 1:18-2:15) // Paul calls Timothy to steadfast faith, prayer for all, and godly order rooted in God’s saving purpose in Christ.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Michael Crosswhite

]]>One Mediator and His Church (1 Timothy 1:18-2:15) // Paul calls Timothy to steadfast faith, prayer for all, and godly order rooted in God’s saving purpose in Christ.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Michael Crosswhite

]]>e80f2cd0-2113-47f3-b13e-0f2ac48994c8Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -050048:49falsefull113311Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 2Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 2Guard the Gospel (1 Timothy 1:1-20) // Paul urges Timothy to guard the gospel by rejecting false teaching, using the law rightly to reveal sin, and waging spiritual warfare with faith and a good conscience.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Guard the Gospel (1 Timothy 1:1-20) // Paul urges Timothy to guard the gospel by rejecting false teaching, using the law rightly to reveal sin, and waging spiritual warfare with faith and a good conscience.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Michael Crosswhite

]]>e1124825-e86b-4162-bbb6-2ec85e2600e6Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -050046:45falsefull112211Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 1Governance, Doctrine, and Holiness Ep. 1Introduction // 1 and 2 Timothy call the church to fix its eyes on Christ by uniting sound doctrine, godly leadership, and holy living for faithful gospel witness.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>Introduction // 1 and 2 Timothy call the church to fix its eyes on Christ by uniting sound doctrine, godly leadership, and holy living for faithful gospel witness.

A study in 1 and 2 Timothy // Bob Brooks

]]>e3837e0a-75e1-479d-849f-1b626aae5683Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -050052:13falsefull111111Ephesians Ep. 13Ephesians Ep. 13Ephesians 6:4-24 // Ephesians concludes with a call for God’s people to put on the Lord’s armor in lives of holy love and gospel mission.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 6:4-24 // Ephesians concludes with a call for God’s people to put on the Lord’s armor in lives of holy love and gospel mission.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>e4db8035-9acb-496e-afcf-c37b25782386Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -050054:23falsefull10252510Revival and Revivalism Ep. 12Revival and Revivalism Ep. 12Old and New, Past and Future // By the late nineteenth century, American evangelicalism sidelined earlier revival debates and increasingly valued visible success over doctrinal depth.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Old and New, Past and Future // By the late nineteenth century, American evangelicalism sidelined earlier revival debates and increasingly valued visible success over doctrinal depth.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>c51da8bd-33b7-42c7-b7ae-250ab67dee94Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -050055:26falsefull10242410Ephesians Ep. 12Ephesians Ep. 12Ephesians 5:22-6:9 // In the household of God, submission to the Lord’s authority includes the right ordering of authority structures in the home and society.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 5:22-6:9 // In the household of God, submission to the Lord’s authority includes the right ordering of authority structures in the home and society.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>662975e9-c26d-4e4e-b54f-2f18094c5a8fSun, 25 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050048:08falsefull10232310Revival and Revivalism Ep. 11Revival and Revivalism Ep. 11The Third Great Awakening // The 1857–58 awakening was a broad, prayer-centered revival interpreted by James W. Alexander as a sovereign work of God rather than revivalistic machinery.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Third Great Awakening // The 1857–58 awakening was a broad, prayer-centered revival interpreted by James W. Alexander as a sovereign work of God rather than revivalistic machinery.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>c224363b-e49a-4a7a-b725-e8240badd1f3Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050050:03falsefull10222210Ephesians Ep. 11Ephesians Ep. 11Ephesians 4:31-5:21 // Godly living includes the Spirit-empowered imitation of God, repentance from immorality, and the discernment of his will.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 4:31-5:21 // Godly living includes the Spirit-empowered imitation of God, repentance from immorality, and the discernment of his will.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>a0260f72-88a7-425d-8475-f8f2d216a814Sun, 18 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050050:47falsefull10212110Revival and Revivalism Ep. 10Revival and Revivalism Ep. 10Baptists in Transition // Baptists shifted from Spirit-dependent, doctrinally grounded evangelism to method-driven revivalism where visible results and techniques overshadowed earlier theological convictions and practices.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Baptists in Transition // Baptists shifted from Spirit-dependent, doctrinally grounded evangelism to method-driven revivalism where visible results and techniques overshadowed earlier theological convictions and practices.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>0a1c5036-44a3-468f-aa64-3f56fb55bcfaSun, 18 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050055:30falsefull10202010Ephesians Ep. 10Ephesians Ep. 10Ephesians 4:17-32 // The gospel comes to bear in lives of genuine holiness and love.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 4:17-32 // The gospel comes to bear in lives of genuine holiness and love.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>6ad77859-ae84-4899-9691-d2f87ebc2058Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050055:49falsefull10191910Revival and Revivalism Ep. 9Revival and Revivalism Ep. 9The Illusion of a New Era // Evangelicalism shifted toward results-driven revivalism as visible outcomes and selective memory reshaped expectations and methods.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Illusion of a New Era // Evangelicalism shifted toward results-driven revivalism as visible outcomes and selective memory reshaped expectations and methods.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>eb7c2470-e629-4a56-9fb9-c7509eb11dbeSun, 11 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050055:20falsefull10181810Ephesians Ep. 9Ephesians Ep. 9Ephesians 4:1-16 // There is both unity and diversity within the body of Christ such that God gifts his people for the purpose of building up others in love.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 4:1-16 // There is both unity and diversity within the body of Christ such that God gifts his people for the purpose of building up others in love.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>32425bba-039e-42b4-9756-c6997c57cb3cSun, 04 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050049:13falsefull10171710Revival and Revivalism Ep. 8Revival and Revivalism Ep. 8Origins of a Great Division // Finney’s revivalist theology rejected Calvinism, stressed human ability, and contributed to Protestant division.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Origins of a Great Division // Finney’s revivalist theology rejected Calvinism, stressed human ability, and contributed to Protestant division.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>b1fb4a93-85d9-4620-a0ac-70affc284b7cSun, 04 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -050052:05falsefull10161610Ephesians Ep. 8Ephesians Ep. 8Ephesians 3:10-4:6 // The reality of our unity in Christ impacts and enables believers to walk in love with one another.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 3:10-4:6 // The reality of our unity in Christ impacts and enables believers to walk in love with one another.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>bafce91f-d15f-41a1-a01a-228a995d0bfcSun, 28 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050048:45falsefull10151510Revival and Revivalism Ep. 7Revival and Revivalism Ep. 7New Methods // Early nineteenth-century America’s rapid expansion spread revival practices nationwide, culminating in the Finney controversy over whether revival is God’s sovereign work or a result of human methods.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>New Methods // Early nineteenth-century America’s rapid expansion spread revival practices nationwide, culminating in the Finney controversy over whether revival is God’s sovereign work or a result of human methods.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>4564d6d9-0742-4a0e-94ad-8c0a39586ab5Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050058:57falsefull10141410Ephesians Ep. 7Ephesians Ep. 7Ephesians 3:1-13 // Paul’s gospel ministry to the Gentiles is part of the unfolding of the mystery of God’s plan for the church, which displays the wisdom of God and provides hope in suffering.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 3:1-13 // Paul’s gospel ministry to the Gentiles is part of the unfolding of the mystery of God’s plan for the church, which displays the wisdom of God and provides hope in suffering.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>c4ab4202-e966-4b8d-96b1-57886d8dbe2cSun, 21 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050050:26falsefull10131310Revival and Revivalism Ep. 6Revival and Revivalism Ep. 6Revival in the Northeast // The Northeast provides a crucial setting for distinguishing revival from revivalism because it experienced repeated seasons of genuine awakening without relying on new techniques or emotional machinery.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Revival in the Northeast // The Northeast provides a crucial setting for distinguishing revival from revivalism because it experienced repeated seasons of genuine awakening without relying on new techniques or emotional machinery.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>bb43738f-8634-4f10-a0c9-04e69487f99bSun, 21 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050057:24falsefull10121210Ephesians Ep. 6Ephesians Ep. 6Ephesians 2:14-3:6 // Paul’s gospel ministry to the Gentiles is part of the unfolding of the mystery of God’s plan to unite Jew and Gentile in one body.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 2:14-3:6 // Paul’s gospel ministry to the Gentiles is part of the unfolding of the mystery of God’s plan to unite Jew and Gentile in one body.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>fd9fc5e9-a1c3-4cc0-ad9a-f6efe4a687dfSun, 14 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050048:26falsefull10111110Revival and Revivalism Ep. 5Revival and Revivalism Ep. 5The Emergence of Revivalism // The Kentucky revival began with a Calvinistic trust in God’s sovereign work but shifted toward revivalism that emphasized human methods, emotional response, and immediate conversion.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Emergence of Revivalism // The Kentucky revival began with a Calvinistic trust in God’s sovereign work but shifted toward revivalism that emphasized human methods, emotional response, and immediate conversion.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>0f09543e-a554-406a-8ddc-38aa0c51dc7aSun, 14 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050055:21falsefull10101010Ephesians Ep. 5Ephesians Ep. 5Ephesians 2:8-22 // God reconciles his people to himself and unites them with one another as one new man through the work of Christ in the Spirit.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 2:8-22 // God reconciles his people to himself and unites them with one another as one new man through the work of Christ in the Spirit.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>c42e9740-37de-4f24-89e6-923461be3fcbSun, 07 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050044:24falsefull109910Revival and Revivalism Ep. 4Revival and Revivalism Ep. 4The Second Great Awakening // God transformed the spiritually desolate Kentucky frontier through earnest preaching and persevering prayer, producing widespread repentance, renewed churches, and lasting revival.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Second Great Awakening // God transformed the spiritually desolate Kentucky frontier through earnest preaching and persevering prayer, producing widespread repentance, renewed churches, and lasting revival.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>0f397294-a4e4-42d3-92f2-75de7a515bc3Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -050052:53falsefull108810Ephesians Ep. 4Ephesians Ep. 4Ephesians 2:1-10 // Salvation is a free gift of God’s grace given to underserving sinners, precluding their boasting and empowering their lives of obedience.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 2:1-10 // Salvation is a free gift of God’s grace given to underserving sinners, precluding their boasting and empowering their lives of obedience.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>d29d4e0b-4e48-497a-a8c3-09444a9cb565Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050049:11falsefull107710Revival and Revivalism Ep. 3Revival and Revivalism Ep. 3Glory in Virginia and Theology Takes Fire // After fading in the 1760s, revival returned to Virginia through diverse denominations and regions, renewing churches with conviction, unity, and Spirit-empowered faith.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Glory in Virginia and Theology Takes Fire // After fading in the 1760s, revival returned to Virginia through diverse denominations and regions, renewing churches with conviction, unity, and Spirit-empowered faith.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>e5506adf-7e25-482e-bd7b-2eb1f76c322dSun, 30 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050055:52falsefull106610Ephesians Ep. 3Ephesians Ep. 3Ephesians 1:7-23 // We should give thanks and pray that fellow believers grow in knowing God and experiencing His power—the same power that raised Christ and exalted Him above all things.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 1:7-23 // We should give thanks and pray that fellow believers grow in knowing God and experiencing His power—the same power that raised Christ and exalted Him above all things.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>cd3ebcd0-a4d4-4871-8e0e-91d2089f576cSun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050051:55falsefull105510Revival and Revivalism Ep. 2Revival and Revivalism Ep. 2Princeton and a Glorious Plan // God used Princeton’s ministers and their frontier-trained students to carry a Spirit-dependent, revival-shaped faith across the growing nation through their earnest preaching and godly lives.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Princeton and a Glorious Plan // God used Princeton’s ministers and their frontier-trained students to carry a Spirit-dependent, revival-shaped faith across the growing nation through their earnest preaching and godly lives.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>a3032110-6736-46b7-8a09-252d0d6e31baSun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050051:00falsefull104410Ephesians Ep. 2Ephesians Ep. 2Ephesians 1:3-14 // God is to be praised for his glorious grace in electing, adopting, redeeming, forgiving, uniting, sealing, and lavishly blessing his people in Christ through the Spirit.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 1:3-14 // God is to be praised for his glorious grace in electing, adopting, redeeming, forgiving, uniting, sealing, and lavishly blessing his people in Christ through the Spirit.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>c918c105-a9e6-4781-bb71-a29ff9f9a3a8Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050049:08falsefull102210Revival and Revivalism Ep. 1Revival and Revivalism Ep. 1Samuel Davies and the Meaning of Revival // In this episode we explore chapter 1 of Iain Murray's book, "Revival and Revivalism." This lays the foundation, defining revival through the examples of those who were products of the Great Awakening.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Samuel Davies and the Meaning of Revival // In this episode we explore chapter 1 of Iain Murray's book, "Revival and Revivalism." This lays the foundation, defining revival through the examples of those who were products of the Great Awakening.

Revival and Revivalism: From the Reformation to Today // Michael Crosswhite

]]>5055b03b-187f-4415-a5ac-1030531e4689Sun, 16 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -050055:30falsefull103310Ephesians Ep. 1Ephesians Ep. 1Ephesians 1:1-2 // Ephesians deals with the reconciliation of God’s people to himself in and through Christ and how we are to live in light of this glorious gospel.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>Ephesians 1:1-2 // Ephesians deals with the reconciliation of God’s people to himself in and through Christ and how we are to live in light of this glorious gospel.

New Life in the Household of God, a study in the book Ephesians // Tom Allen

]]>7961523a-5baa-43bc-ab25-ac644debdf3bSun, 09 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050048:15falsefull101110God's Temple Ep. 13God's Temple Ep. 13Putting it All Together // From creation to new creation, God’s purpose has always been to dwell with His people—what began in Eden’s temple is fulfilled in Christ and the church, and will one day fill all creation with His presence forever.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Putting it All Together // From creation to new creation, God’s purpose has always been to dwell with His people—what began in Eden’s temple is fulfilled in Christ and the church, and will one day fill all creation with His presence forever.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>e6f575da-124e-4101-87e4-334e4259e0e8Sun, 02 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -050056:38falsefull913139God's Temple Ep. 12God's Temple Ep. 12God’s Temple in Revelation 21-22 // The physical temple foreshadows God’s and Christ’s presence as the true temple.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Tom Allen

]]>God’s Temple in Revelation 21-22 // The physical temple foreshadows God’s and Christ’s presence as the true temple.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Tom Allen

]]>43a73202-bee6-4460-88e3-808e3b0ed1adSun, 26 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -050043:39falsefull912129God's Temple Ep. 11God's Temple Ep. 11The Temple in Hebrews // The earthly tabernacle foreshadowed Christ, the true heavenly temple through whom believers now dwell with God.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Temple in Hebrews // The earthly tabernacle foreshadowed Christ, the true heavenly temple through whom believers now dwell with God.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>232af430-482d-4b5c-8977-a690c4e83d17Sun, 19 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -050055:42falsefull911119God's Temple Ep. 10God's Temple Ep. 10Ezekiel’s Temple // Ezekiel’s final vision (Ezek. 40–48) reveals not a future building but the ultimate reality of God’s presence dwelling among his people, symbolizing a heavenly temple that, through Christ, will one day fill all creation with his glory and life.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Ezekiel’s Temple // Ezekiel’s final vision (Ezek. 40–48) reveals not a future building but the ultimate reality of God’s presence dwelling among his people, symbolizing a heavenly temple that, through Christ, will one day fill all creation with his glory and life.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>b9fac7b3-628b-405f-8bb4-41356a731d94Sun, 12 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -050058:52falsefull910109God's Temple Ep. 9God's Temple Ep. 9The Temple in Revelation // The church as God’s temple is both a present and future reality pointing forward to the day when God’s presence will fill all creation completely.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Temple in Revelation // The church as God’s temple is both a present and future reality pointing forward to the day when God’s presence will fill all creation completely.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>9e4ab1b1-c2d0-4f16-ab3c-52c1b9efdf71Sun, 05 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -050058:46falsefull9999God's Temple Ep. 8God's Temple Ep. 8The Temple In 2 Thessalonians 2 // Paul warns that the Antichrist will infiltrate the church—the true temple of God—leading a great apostasy and deceiving many until Christ returns.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Temple In 2 Thessalonians 2 // Paul warns that the Antichrist will infiltrate the church—the true temple of God—leading a great apostasy and deceiving many until Christ returns.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>db6b31ee-b7d2-4b4a-a4f7-8e45632b6b3cSun, 28 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -050058:12falsefull9889God's Temple Ep. 7God's Temple Ep. 7God’s Temple in Paul’s Letters // Paul teaches that the church, founded on Christ and filled with the Spirit, is God’s true temple.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>God’s Temple in Paul’s Letters // Paul teaches that the church, founded on Christ and filled with the Spirit, is God’s true temple.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>ef4cd228-54f1-4827-95ae-5accd20d5643Sun, 21 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -050046:45falsefull9779God's Temple Ep. 6God's Temple Ep. 6God’s Temple in Acts // God makes His people the new Spirit-filled temple, uniting Jew and Gentile to spread His glory worldwide.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>God’s Temple in Acts // God makes His people the new Spirit-filled temple, uniting Jew and Gentile to spread His glory worldwide.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>8f035bd7-c7ea-459b-a497-c830e647f7a1Sun, 14 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -050055:08falsefull9669God's Temple Ep. 5God's Temple Ep. 5The Temple Fulfilled // Daniel 2 shows God’s everlasting kingdom, fulfilled in Christ the cornerstone, whose reign fills the earth with God’s presence.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Temple Fulfilled // Daniel 2 shows God’s everlasting kingdom, fulfilled in Christ the cornerstone, whose reign fills the earth with God’s presence.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>eb5af5ca-47be-4178-aec4-34e70604a7cfSun, 07 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -050056:36falsefull9559God's Temple Ep. 4God's Temple Ep. 4The End-Times Temple According to the Old Testament // The temple points to God’s expanding dwelling—from Eden to a worldwide kingdom—fulfilled in Christ, who fills the new creation with His reign and presence.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The End-Times Temple According to the Old Testament // The temple points to God’s expanding dwelling—from Eden to a worldwide kingdom—fulfilled in Christ, who fills the new creation with His reign and presence.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>aa39cd67-2294-477f-87b9-6d9689947b09Sun, 31 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -050049:26falsefull9449God's Temple Ep. 3God's Temple Ep. 3The Expanding Temple // Humanity’s calling to spread God’s dwelling across the earth failed in Adam and Israel, leaving the promise awaiting fulfillment.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Expanding Temple // Humanity’s calling to spread God’s dwelling across the earth failed in Adam and Israel, leaving the promise awaiting fulfillment.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>11acc03e-667b-42b4-9b32-eb496b9c20b8Sun, 24 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -050056:33falsefull9339God's Temple Ep. 2God's Temple Ep. 2The Temple and Creation // Israel’s temple mirrored creation and Eden, symbolizing God’s purpose to dwell with His people.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Temple and Creation // Israel’s temple mirrored creation and Eden, symbolizing God’s purpose to dwell with His people.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>df729a31-3ad9-43bf-a4d1-3d1c2b0b46f2Sun, 17 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -050055:38falsefull9229God's Temple Ep. 1God's Temple Ep. 1The Goal of Creation // God’s goal in creating the world was to dwell with His people, displayed through the temple and now the church.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>The Goal of Creation // God’s goal in creating the world was to dwell with His people, displayed through the temple and now the church.

A study on the purpose of God's temple // Michael Crosswhite

]]>cae1142c-93fb-4834-9b5a-effc95cae3aeSun, 10 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -050056:03falsefull9119All Things for Good Ep. 13All Things for Good Ep. 13Concerning God’s Purpose // Salvation rests not on us, but on God’s eternal purpose which is the cause of salvation and the ground of our assurance.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Tom Allen

]]>Concerning God’s Purpose // Salvation rests not on us, but on God’s eternal purpose which is the cause of salvation and the ground of our assurance.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Tom Allen

]]>9596f4f2-41df-4035-aced-7ddef4ea5a07Sun, 03 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -050046:20falsefull813138All Things for Good Ep. 12All Things for Good Ep. 12Living as the Called // People called by God respond with awe at His grace, compassion for the lost, and live a life that honors God through holiness, joy, wisdom, and love.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Living as the Called // People called by God respond with awe at His grace, compassion for the lost, and live a life that honors God through holiness, joy, wisdom, and love.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>d00fc9aa-7112-49c2-bad7-ddd4893640fdSun, 27 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -050041:04falsefull812128All Things for Good Ep. 11All Things for Good Ep. 11God’s Method and Purpose in Calling // Effectual calling is God’s work of bringing sinners to Christ by His Word and Spirit.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Tom Allen

]]>God’s Method and Purpose in Calling // Effectual calling is God’s work of bringing sinners to Christ by His Word and Spirit.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Tom Allen

]]>9ce7b546-5bdd-46f0-986d-91b19c9f921cSun, 20 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -050044:54falsefull811118All Things for Good Ep. 10All Things for Good Ep. 10God's Call and Our Condition // God’s gracious call precedes our love for Him and is essential for salvation.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>God's Call and Our Condition // God’s gracious call precedes our love for Him and is essential for salvation.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>fb4ac2b9-8234-4c5d-b82b-711984b9d3d9Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -050050:52falsefull810108All Things for Good Ep. 9All Things for Good Ep. 9Stirring Up Love for God // How we love God deeply, remain steadfast in that love, and grow in love for God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Stirring Up Love for God // How we love God deeply, remain steadfast in that love, and grow in love for God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>915fd664-cd91-43ab-bf0c-6506a9d1de85Sun, 06 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -050056:25falsefull8998All Things for Good Ep. 8All Things for Good Ep. 8Signs of True Love for God // Our love is best seen by the fruits of it, Watson gives us 14 signs of love to God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Signs of True Love for God // Our love is best seen by the fruits of it, Watson gives us 14 signs of love to God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>58ce4634-a023-4f86-8ea1-a2ce632ee7bdSun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -050045:53falsefull8888All Things for Good Ep. 7All Things for Good Ep. 7What Love to God Looks Like, Pt. 2 // Watson examines five aspects of what it means to love God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>What Love to God Looks Like, Pt. 2 // Watson examines five aspects of what it means to love God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>bd0c8f50-248f-43cd-9415-893813eb02dcSun, 22 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -050049:12falsefull8778All Things for Good Ep. 6All Things for Good Ep. 6What Love to God Looks Like, Pt. 1 // Watson examines five aspects of what it means to love God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>What Love to God Looks Like, Pt. 1 // Watson examines five aspects of what it means to love God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>1ffc1b05-2ada-4272-b285-84af9a215918Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -050048:08falsefull8668All Things for Good Ep. 5All Things for Good Ep. 5Why all Things Work for Good // All things work for the believer’s good because of the special covenant relationship they have with God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Why all Things Work for Good // All things work for the believer’s good because of the special covenant relationship they have with God.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>eecbd859-e6ac-4b07-8e77-29c6812c5fdaSun, 08 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -050049:16falsefull8558All Things for Good Ep. 4All Things for Good Ep. 4God Brings Good Out of Evil // Showing that God brings good out of evil to the godly.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>God Brings Good Out of Evil // Showing that God brings good out of evil to the godly.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>597c0a80-8efc-49a3-9c0b-96d5fde28cedSun, 01 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -050054:36falsefull8448All Things for Good Ep. 3All Things for Good Ep. 3Affliction, Temptation, and Desertion // Showing that the worst things work for good to the godly.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Affliction, Temptation, and Desertion // Showing that the worst things work for good to the godly.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>2df3a3da-3aa8-4b4f-8f45-b0e5052e243dSun, 25 May 2025 13:00:00 -050056:08falsefull8338All Things for Good Ep. 2All Things for Good Ep. 2Blessings // Watson shows how God’s spiritual blessings all work together to strengthen, sanctify, and secure believers for eternal good.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Blessings // Watson shows how God’s spiritual blessings all work together to strengthen, sanctify, and secure believers for eternal good.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>15ed47cc-8753-4c16-b808-a7eb57141536Sun, 18 May 2025 13:00:00 -050050:21falsefull8228All Things for Good Ep. 1All Things for Good Ep. 1Introduction // God's attributes, promises, and mercies work together for the good of believers by strengthening, guiding, humbling, and sanctifying them.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>Introduction // God's attributes, promises, and mercies work together for the good of believers by strengthening, guiding, humbling, and sanctifying them.

A study based on the book "All Things for Good" by Thomas Watson // Michael Crosswhite

]]>6f1053f3-5e1b-4504-9b55-ce140438e9bdSun, 11 May 2025 13:00:00 -050059:23falsefull8118God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 13God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 13Leadership Lessons, Pt. 2 // God’s fulfilled promises are reflected through faithful, discerning, and servant-hearted leaders who stay close to the people, committed to His mission, and reliant on Him.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Leadership Lessons, Pt. 2 // God’s fulfilled promises are reflected through faithful, discerning, and servant-hearted leaders who stay close to the people, committed to His mission, and reliant on Him.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>aa9fef24-2886-41f2-8c44-2c168a0650a7Sun, 04 May 2025 13:00:00 -050051:27falsefull713137God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 12God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 12Leadership Lessons, Pt. 1 // Effective leaders are rooted in God’s Word, prayerful, responsible, vision-driven, and committed to building and empowering communities despite adversity.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Leadership Lessons, Pt. 1 // Effective leaders are rooted in God’s Word, prayerful, responsible, vision-driven, and committed to building and empowering communities despite adversity.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>b87b1680-04f4-41f9-a280-42f3bfa1c307Sun, 27 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -050049:54falsefull712127God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 11God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 11A Rational Celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ // The resurrection of Jesus validates His teachings and transforms faith, backed by eyewitness testimony and early gospel accounts.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

Handout and presentation: https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/building-blocks-podcast/episode/2025-04-20/gods-promises-fulfilled-episode-11

]]>A Rational Celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ // The resurrection of Jesus validates His teachings and transforms faith, backed by eyewitness testimony and early gospel accounts.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

Handout and presentation: https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/building-blocks-podcast/episode/2025-04-20/gods-promises-fulfilled-episode-11

]]>84734f98-4375-453a-93e8-c7418913a494Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:30:00 -050053:37falsefull711117God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 10God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 10Building a Nation Under God // God faithfully fulfills His promises by restoring His people, rebuilding Jerusalem’s temple and walls, and calling them to a renewed covenant faithfulness.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Building a Nation Under God // God faithfully fulfills His promises by restoring His people, rebuilding Jerusalem’s temple and walls, and calling them to a renewed covenant faithfulness.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>14112733-2e01-43f2-9a47-d59793dc3601Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -050051:24falsefull710107God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 9God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 9Nehemiah and Rebuilding the Walls, Pt. 2 // Nehemiah exemplifies godly leadership marked by prayer, discernment, integrity, and courage as he leads the people to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls and restore order.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Nehemiah and Rebuilding the Walls, Pt. 2 // Nehemiah exemplifies godly leadership marked by prayer, discernment, integrity, and courage as he leads the people to rebuild Jerusalem’s walls and restore order.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>5ce3f426-a328-4a93-92d3-a27322d38c63Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -050051:35falsefull7997God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 8God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 8Nehemiah and Rebuilding the Walls, Pt. 1 // Nehemiah responded to God's call by leading the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls with prayer, strategy, perseverance against opposition, and a vision grounded in faith.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Nehemiah and Rebuilding the Walls, Pt. 1 // Nehemiah responded to God's call by leading the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s walls with prayer, strategy, perseverance against opposition, and a vision grounded in faith.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>aed23aee-1bc5-4cf8-89e1-fadc48c70cfbSun, 30 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -050053:29falsefull7887God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 7God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 7Ezra and the Torah, Pt. 2 // Ezra leads a return to Jerusalem and mourns Israel's unfaithfulness, prays for repentance, and leads the people to confess, renew their covenant, and embrace God’s Word.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Ezra and the Torah, Pt. 2 // Ezra leads a return to Jerusalem and mourns Israel's unfaithfulness, prays for repentance, and leads the people to confess, renew their covenant, and embrace God’s Word.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>94fa51d2-23ed-4a4a-aad0-db109be009feSun, 23 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -050050:52falsefull7777God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 6God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 6Ezra and the Torah, Pt. 1 // Ezra reintroduced the Torah to Israel, emphasizing covenantal faithfulness, adherence to God's law, and reliance on God's providence while leading a group back to Jerusalem under the favor of King Artaxerxes.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Ezra and the Torah, Pt. 1 // Ezra reintroduced the Torah to Israel, emphasizing covenantal faithfulness, adherence to God's law, and reliance on God's providence while leading a group back to Jerusalem under the favor of King Artaxerxes.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>2a219ca9-93df-42ac-88bc-77939b44d21cSun, 16 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -050052:04falsefull7667God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 5God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 5Zerubbabel and the Rebuilding the Temple, Pt. 2 // Zerubbabel's restoration of the temple highlights the importance of obedience, diligence, and God's presence in building both the physical and spiritual temple.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Zerubbabel and the Rebuilding the Temple, Pt. 2 // Zerubbabel's restoration of the temple highlights the importance of obedience, diligence, and God's presence in building both the physical and spiritual temple.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>fa7c717b-9b16-4809-8d5e-dcf99863c289Sun, 09 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -050053:44falsefull7557God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 4God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 4Zerubbabel and the Rebuilding the Temple, Pt. 1 // God's promises were fulfilled through Zerubbabel’s obedience in rebuilding the temple despite opposition, illustrating how God's people must remain faithful and resilient amid adversity.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Zerubbabel and the Rebuilding the Temple, Pt. 1 // God's promises were fulfilled through Zerubbabel’s obedience in rebuilding the temple despite opposition, illustrating how God's people must remain faithful and resilient amid adversity.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>4e0c5cd0-5ff5-423b-9164-c53ee2ff9775Sun, 02 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -050049:49falsefull7447God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 3God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 3The Powerlessness of Kings // God's supreme sovereignty is evident in Ezra and Nehemiah, revealing the powerlessness of earthly rulers and the fulfillment of His promises despite human limitations.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>The Powerlessness of Kings // God's supreme sovereignty is evident in Ezra and Nehemiah, revealing the powerlessness of earthly rulers and the fulfillment of His promises despite human limitations.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>4ae3dc32-9310-4328-8d11-f124a3119718Sun, 23 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -050046:53falsefull7337God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 2God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 2The Providence of God // God’s providence is evident in Ezra and Nehemiah as He sovereignly orchestrates events, moves the hearts of kings, and stirs His people to fulfill His promises and rebuild Jerusalem.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>The Providence of God // God’s providence is evident in Ezra and Nehemiah as He sovereignly orchestrates events, moves the hearts of kings, and stirs His people to fulfill His promises and rebuild Jerusalem.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>57ec0035-6b3b-4c21-8e99-985f12cd666bSun, 16 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -050051:12falsefull7227God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 1God's Promises Fulfilled Ep. 1Introduction // God’s promises are fulfilled through Scripture, forming wise and equipped people who see Jesus throughout the Bible, including Ezra and Nehemiah, and respond to His calling today.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>Introduction // God’s promises are fulfilled through Scripture, forming wise and equipped people who see Jesus throughout the Bible, including Ezra and Nehemiah, and respond to His calling today.

A study in Ezra and Nehemiah // Bob Brooks

]]>f355422c-87c5-4489-963f-74c6dd5cc868Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -050048:27falsefull7117The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 13The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 132 Corinthians 8:8-9:15 // Genuine faith includes joy-filled generosity for the glory of God.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 8:8-9:15 // Genuine faith includes joy-filled generosity for the glory of God.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>f8476174-efe0-4865-9fde-d0e5f9ce1c0eSun, 02 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -050054:00falsefull613136The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 12The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 122 Corinthians 8-9 // Genuine faith includes joy-filled generosity for the glory of God.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 8-9 // Genuine faith includes joy-filled generosity for the glory of God.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>f9e97384-8d22-48fa-b5a1-80c0a429c16fSun, 26 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -050050:18falsefull612126The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 11The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 112 Corinthians 7:2-16 // Genuine faith includes authentic repentance.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 7:2-16 // Genuine faith includes authentic repentance.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>51d623d4-2bbf-48aa-b6e5-7f36b205bcc6Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -050047:00falsefull611116The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 10The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 102 Corinthians 6:1-7:1, Pt. 2 // Genuine faith includes suffering for Christ’s sake and walking in purity.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 6:1-7:1, Pt. 2 // Genuine faith includes suffering for Christ’s sake and walking in purity.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>9c8cbe26-2e24-462c-8bc3-a77aac91245bSun, 12 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -050048:38falsefull610106The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 9The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 92 Corinthians 6:1-7:1, Pt. 1 // Genuine faith includes suffering for Christ’s sake and walking in purity.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 6:1-7:1, Pt. 1 // Genuine faith includes suffering for Christ’s sake and walking in purity.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>c914a341-0f64-4443-ad34-b17750f74622Sun, 05 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -050045:49falsefull6996The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 8The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 82 Corinthians 5:9-21 // Genuine faith includes looking forward to Christ’s return by seeking to please him now and see others do the same.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 5:9-21 // Genuine faith includes looking forward to Christ’s return by seeking to please him now and see others do the same.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>8506728e-0056-426e-8ffb-65540846c2b0Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -050048:21falsefull6886The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 7The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 72 Corinthians 4:13-5:10 // Genuine faith includes looking forward to Christ’s return by seeking to please him now and see others do the same.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 4:13-5:10 // Genuine faith includes looking forward to Christ’s return by seeking to please him now and see others do the same.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>ce8ecc24-71d2-4aa4-ae46-9a0b9ee7d8d0Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -050051:14falsefull6776The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 6The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 62 Corinthians 3:12-4:18 // Genuine faith includes teaching and believing what is true with our hearts set on eternity, no matter the cost in this life.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 3:12-4:18 // Genuine faith includes teaching and believing what is true with our hearts set on eternity, no matter the cost in this life.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>d73f1551-483c-4167-9756-abf971a96845Sun, 15 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -050047:10falsefull6666The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 5The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 52 Corinthians 3:4-4:18 // Genuine faith includes teaching and believing what is true with our hearts set on eternity, no matter the cost in this life.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 3:4-4:18 // Genuine faith includes teaching and believing what is true with our hearts set on eternity, no matter the cost in this life.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>6cc3eec7-ede0-4c23-b79c-27b8e8f4e954Sun, 08 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -050045:02falsefull6556The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 4The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 42 Corinthians 2:12-3:18 // Genuine faith includes conformity to Christlikeness by the power of the Holy Spirit.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 2:12-3:18 // Genuine faith includes conformity to Christlikeness by the power of the Holy Spirit.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>7f7d0b2e-ca65-4bba-ad64-aff5bb084f6cSun, 01 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -050048:26falsefull6446The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 3The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 32 Corinthians 2:5-17 // Genuine faith includes real forgiveness and sincerity.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 2:5-17 // Genuine faith includes real forgiveness and sincerity.

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>0f2223f2-0a38-41db-a5be-da2c30a12e80Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -050049:28falsefull6336The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 2The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 22 Corinthians 1:12-2:4 // Genuine faith includes finding our joy in the joy of others in Christ. 

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4 // Genuine faith includes finding our joy in the joy of others in Christ. 

A study in 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>f2fba25c-7806-41cc-a301-db8c37e56f6eSun, 17 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -050051:29falsefull6226The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 1The Marks of Genuine Faith Ep. 12 Corinthians 1:1-11 // Genuine faith includes sharing in both Christ’s sufferings and comfort to the praise of God’s grace.

A study of 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>2 Corinthians 1:1-11 // Genuine faith includes sharing in both Christ’s sufferings and comfort to the praise of God’s grace.

A study of 2 Corinthians // Tom Allen

]]>b5b3b554-bae8-440d-be14-c781c5672083Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -050053:40falsefull6116Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 13Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 13How Confident Can We Be? // Given the Bible’s reliability and the transformative effect on the disciples, faith in the Bible’s miracle claims is rational and well-supported by historical evidence.

]]>How Confident Can We Be? // Given the Bible’s reliability and the transformative effect on the disciples, faith in the Bible’s miracle claims is rational and well-supported by historical evidence.

]]>de673a76-ebb2-41a6-9488-af1f2a95851eSun, 03 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -050056:41falsefull513135Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 12Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 12The Holy Spirit’s Role in Understanding Scripture // The Holy Spirit works in the lives of believers to understand and obey Scripture.

]]>The Holy Spirit’s Role in Understanding Scripture // The Holy Spirit works in the lives of believers to understand and obey Scripture.

]]>1987c65c-e41e-4733-9d63-65e4a17443eeSun, 27 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -050054:05falsefull512125Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 11Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 11Bible Translation // Understanding how the Bible was translated and preserved is crucial for building confidence in its accuracy.

]]>Bible Translation // Understanding how the Bible was translated and preserved is crucial for building confidence in its accuracy.

]]>f072d702-5a5c-42f7-9b5c-75e43367cdb8Sun, 20 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -050059:23falsefull511115Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 10Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 10The Sufficiency of Scripture // The sufficiency of Scripture means that the Bible contains everything necessary for salvation and godly living.

]]>The Sufficiency of Scripture // The sufficiency of Scripture means that the Bible contains everything necessary for salvation and godly living.

]]>5c2370df-922f-4de5-a364-ad8d2a06c913Sun, 13 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -050052:13falsefull510105Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 9Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 9The Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture // The Bible must be evaluated as an inerrant and infallible document because it comes from an inerrant and infallible God.

]]>The Inerrancy and Infallibility of Scripture // The Bible must be evaluated as an inerrant and infallible document because it comes from an inerrant and infallible God.

]]>d5ed035e-a389-4bb8-ac9a-c4784a6d149cSun, 06 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -050058:55falsefull5995Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 8Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 8The Unity of Scripture // The unity of Scripture, despite its diversity of authors, testifies to its divine inspiration and strengthens our confidence in its reliability and authority as God’s Word.

]]>The Unity of Scripture // The unity of Scripture, despite its diversity of authors, testifies to its divine inspiration and strengthens our confidence in its reliability and authority as God’s Word.

]]>17c5eba7-b978-4077-b0d9-e806d967d542Sun, 29 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -050050:20falsefull5885Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 7Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 7Fulfilled Prophecy in Scripture // Scripture provides a straightforward way for God's people to discern true prophecy from false teaching.

]]>Fulfilled Prophecy in Scripture // Scripture provides a straightforward way for God's people to discern true prophecy from false teaching.

]]>a68ac247-c6b6-440a-8312-f73e8ab7310aSun, 22 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -050055:31falsefull5775Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 6Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 6The Historical Reliability of the Old Testament // Two key factors help to establish the Old Testament as an authoritative and historically reliable collection of books that bear the markings of divine revelation rather than being merely man-made: 1) its cultural uniqueness and 2) its archaeological support. 

]]>The Historical Reliability of the Old Testament // Two key factors help to establish the Old Testament as an authoritative and historically reliable collection of books that bear the markings of divine revelation rather than being merely man-made: 1) its cultural uniqueness and 2) its archaeological support. 

]]>d1e5d653-7545-4398-b52d-aa997e572fedSun, 15 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -050052:54falsefull5665Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 5Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 5The Historical Reliability of the New Testament // The historical reliability of the New Testament can be attested to through dating evidence and eyewitness testimony. 

]]>The Historical Reliability of the New Testament // The historical reliability of the New Testament can be attested to through dating evidence and eyewitness testimony. 

]]>b0f7e173-cd52-4744-b2eb-10fff87961f2Sun, 08 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -050057:00falsefull5555Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 4Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 4Manuscript Evidence for the Bible // The Bible stands unparalleled in terms of manuscript evidence. Although textual variants exist within manuscripts, they are minor and insignificant for Christian doctrine. 

]]>Manuscript Evidence for the Bible // The Bible stands unparalleled in terms of manuscript evidence. Although textual variants exist within manuscripts, they are minor and insignificant for Christian doctrine. 

]]>3f176264-421f-4efc-8e4c-30ed873cfa3aSun, 01 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -050053:39falsefull5445Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 3Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 3The Canon of Scripture // The canon of Scripture identifies the books included in the Bible and establishes them as the ultimate standard for Christian faith and life.

]]>The Canon of Scripture // The canon of Scripture identifies the books included in the Bible and establishes them as the ultimate standard for Christian faith and life.

]]>ca3ae4c1-db4c-4346-91ce-2e0a3a9e8b3dSun, 25 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -050051:17falsefull5335Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 2Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 2Divine Revelation // God has revealed His true nature through His Word. He wants us to pursue Him through His Word and He is confident that the Bible will convey truth and make you wise to salvation. 

]]>Divine Revelation // God has revealed His true nature through His Word. He wants us to pursue Him through His Word and He is confident that the Bible will convey truth and make you wise to salvation. 

]]>0e3c870a-2b3a-4daf-9dad-3a0ad9f3fe5aSun, 18 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -050057:32falsefull5225Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 1Why Trust the Bible? Ep. 1Introduction // The most crucial question for Christians is "Why the Bible?" as everything in Christian faith hinges on this.

]]>Introduction // The most crucial question for Christians is "Why the Bible?" as everything in Christian faith hinges on this.

]]>c807057c-2e36-4340-8539-f4ac955544a2Sun, 11 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -050047:03falsefull5115Apologetics Ep. 13Apologetics Ep. 13Review of Apologetics // The discipline of Christian apologetics equips believers to explain their faith and give a well-reasoned defense of the Gospel.

]]>Review of Apologetics // The discipline of Christian apologetics equips believers to explain their faith and give a well-reasoned defense of the Gospel.

]]>ce87b37f-747c-416c-ac8f-9bf42aa7ecefSun, 04 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -050053:52falsefull413134Apologetics Ep. 12Apologetics Ep. 12The Resurrection, Pt. 2 // The authenticity of the resurrection of Jesus rests on the evidence of the empty tomb, resurrection appearances, and the origin of the Christian faith.

]]>The Resurrection, Pt. 2 // The authenticity of the resurrection of Jesus rests on the evidence of the empty tomb, resurrection appearances, and the origin of the Christian faith.

]]>aef8e822-1a2a-437e-8ef8-643eaff11f3bSun, 28 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -050051:39falsefull412124Apologetics Ep. 11Apologetics Ep. 11The Resurrection, Pt. 1 // The authenticity of the resurrection of Jesus rests on the evidence of the empty tomb, resurrection appearances, and the origin of the Christian faith.

]]>The Resurrection, Pt. 1 // The authenticity of the resurrection of Jesus rests on the evidence of the empty tomb, resurrection appearances, and the origin of the Christian faith.

]]>3bca5364-aa36-407e-ae6e-ba70af5ff64fSun, 21 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -050055:27falsefull411114Apologetics Ep. 10Apologetics Ep. 10The Problem of Evil, Pt. 5 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>The Problem of Evil, Pt. 5 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>b4597e6f-e450-4f82-b332-622043b1ebacSun, 14 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -050043:01falsefull410104Apologetics Ep. 9Apologetics Ep. 9The Problem of Evil, Pt. 4 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>The Problem of Evil, Pt. 4 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>53a92a9c-cc2e-475f-93f4-b828588bea8bSun, 07 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -050055:06falsefull4994Apologetics Ep. 8Apologetics Ep. 8The Problem of Evil, Pt. 3 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>The Problem of Evil, Pt. 3 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>13378cb7-d2c3-451d-800b-26f84de350e3Sun, 30 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -050046:49falsefull4884Apologetics Ep. 7Apologetics Ep. 7The Problem of Evil, Pt. 2 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>The Problem of Evil, Pt. 2 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>7879d473-f5af-4a3d-84d8-8d4bd6b5fb55Sun, 23 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -050050:54falsefull4774Apologetics Ep. 6Apologetics Ep. 6The Problem of Evil, Pt. 1 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>The Problem of Evil, Pt. 1 // The problem of evil challenges the compatibility of an all-good, all-powerful God with the existence of evil.

]]>0e866a28-0970-40ec-bd95-28993b36a85bSun, 16 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -050056:18falsefull4664Apologetics Ep. 5Apologetics Ep. 5Who is God? // God is mysterious and beyond our full understanding but we can speak of Him by observing His effects in the world.

]]>Who is God? // God is mysterious and beyond our full understanding but we can speak of Him by observing His effects in the world.

]]>794d9d2f-c66b-44cf-add5-2f1c499f3a25Sun, 09 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -050053:16falsefull4554Apologetics Ep. 4Apologetics Ep. 4Arguments for the Existence of God, Pt. 3 // Examining Pascal's Wager, which proposes betting on God's existence due to the potential gains, while contrasting with the existential despair of life without God.

]]>Arguments for the Existence of God, Pt. 3 // Examining Pascal's Wager, which proposes betting on God's existence due to the potential gains, while contrasting with the existential despair of life without God.

]]>95058251-1e8b-411a-8dff-7354289fc3baSun, 02 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -050053:50falsefull4444Apologetics Ep. 3Apologetics Ep. 3Arguments for the Existence of God, Pt. 2 // Discussing the existence of God through nature's intricate order.

]]>Arguments for the Existence of God, Pt. 2 // Discussing the existence of God through nature's intricate order.

]]>5eea7bd0-8f13-4de7-8846-b7338d5c0b92Sun, 26 May 2024 13:00:00 -050055:08falsefull4334Apologetics Ep. 2Apologetics Ep. 2Arguments for the Existence of God, Pt. 1 // Thomas Aquinas' argument for God's existence by Change and Efficient Causality.

]]>Arguments for the Existence of God, Pt. 1 // Thomas Aquinas' argument for God's existence by Change and Efficient Causality.

]]>5756e545-eca4-45f5-beb3-e0d41d0535ebSun, 19 May 2024 13:00:00 -050051:45falsefull4224Apologetics Ep. 1Apologetics Ep. 1Introduction to Apologetics // For the Christian, we should apply ourselves to apologetics out of obedience to God’s will.

]]>Introduction to Apologetics // For the Christian, we should apply ourselves to apologetics out of obedience to God’s will.

]]>b342b8b4-b9dc-49d2-8535-1e53b3bc0df7Sun, 12 May 2024 13:00:00 -050052:04falsefull4114The Gospel of Mark Ep. 12The Gospel of Mark Ep. 12Disciple's Journey // Jesus displays his divine authority and prepares his disciples for their calling.

]]>Disciple's Journey // Jesus displays his divine authority and prepares his disciples for their calling.

]]>da43525f-cd17-4d8b-a357-58755b7fa763Sun, 05 May 2024 13:00:00 -050052:35falsefull312123The Gospel of Mark Ep. 11The Gospel of Mark Ep. 11Impending Trouble // Mark 13 warns of the coming desolation of the temple and emphasizes preparation for the second coming.

]]>Impending Trouble // Mark 13 warns of the coming desolation of the temple and emphasizes preparation for the second coming.

]]>a772ea90-ccda-480e-a693-dc2561c28cb4Sun, 28 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -050054:20falsefull311113The Gospel of Mark Ep. 10The Gospel of Mark Ep. 10Battling the Religious Leaders // The religious leaders try to trap Jesus but he responds by teaching about God's authority, resurrection, and the value of genuine faith.

]]>Battling the Religious Leaders // The religious leaders try to trap Jesus but he responds by teaching about God's authority, resurrection, and the value of genuine faith.

]]>18ff6f83-fc09-465e-bd12-acd689c504f9Sun, 21 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -050052:55falsefull310103The Gospel of Mark Ep. 9The Gospel of Mark Ep. 9Disciples Blindness and Jerusalem Entry // In Mark 10-12, Jesus teaches about humility, condemns corruption, and emphasizes true discipleship.

]]>Disciples Blindness and Jerusalem Entry // In Mark 10-12, Jesus teaches about humility, condemns corruption, and emphasizes true discipleship.

]]>f0b34769-1a17-4dd9-8840-7fd331d28da4Sun, 14 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -050054:27falsefull3993The Gospel of Mark Ep. 8The Gospel of Mark Ep. 8Who is Welcome? // Mark emphasizes Jesus redirecting the disciples towards humility and service amidst their anticipation of glory, urging them to prioritize humility over self-promotion.

]]>Who is Welcome? // Mark emphasizes Jesus redirecting the disciples towards humility and service amidst their anticipation of glory, urging them to prioritize humility over self-promotion.

]]>bcde0cf0-c903-40bb-8c79-35568ad86411Sun, 07 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -050054:18falsefull3883The Gospel of Mark Ep. 7The Gospel of Mark Ep. 7Partial Blindness // Mark portrays the disciples' journey from spiritual blindness to partial understanding and Jesus' foretelling of his suffering and resurrection.

]]>Partial Blindness // Mark portrays the disciples' journey from spiritual blindness to partial understanding and Jesus' foretelling of his suffering and resurrection.

]]>88c89fe1-6371-4dce-a4cb-2f40476a7585Sun, 31 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -050050:56falsefull3773The Gospel of Mark Ep. 6The Gospel of Mark Ep. 6Divine Provision and Spiritual Perception // Jesus shows compassion and authority through the feeding of the 5,000, walking on water, and healing miracles, emphasizing internal purity, the disciples' lack of understanding, and the importance of recognizing Jesus' unlimited power for genuine discipleship.

]]>Divine Provision and Spiritual Perception // Jesus shows compassion and authority through the feeding of the 5,000, walking on water, and healing miracles, emphasizing internal purity, the disciples' lack of understanding, and the importance of recognizing Jesus' unlimited power for genuine discipleship.

]]>e85df637-5628-4cbb-8f55-671b5c4a33cdSun, 24 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -050055:52falsefull3663The Gospel of Mark Ep. 5The Gospel of Mark Ep. 5The Faith of a Disciple // This section of Mark illustrates the division between outsiders and insiders in recognizing Jesus's identity through public and private miracles, emphasizing themes of faith, discipleship challenges, and potential persecution.

]]>The Faith of a Disciple // This section of Mark illustrates the division between outsiders and insiders in recognizing Jesus's identity through public and private miracles, emphasizing themes of faith, discipleship challenges, and potential persecution.

]]>98898cd4-80cd-4d99-9d8e-ba3ddfcb18c7Sun, 17 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -050053:38falsefull3553The Gospel of Mark Ep. 4The Gospel of Mark Ep. 4Insiders and Outsiders // Mark stresses genuine discipleship, focusing on listening to Jesus and God's role in producing fruit in believers.

]]>Insiders and Outsiders // Mark stresses genuine discipleship, focusing on listening to Jesus and God's role in producing fruit in believers.

]]>2d98a8cf-2b72-4457-b032-e389fab9fe08Sun, 10 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -050052:35falsefull3443The Gospel of Mark Ep. 3The Gospel of Mark Ep. 3Jesus' Authority // Jesus' encounters with the pharisees teach disciples how to respond to opposition with resolve and perseverance. They illustrate the challenges discipleship entails and emphasize Jesus' authority and mission.

]]>Jesus' Authority // Jesus' encounters with the pharisees teach disciples how to respond to opposition with resolve and perseverance. They illustrate the challenges discipleship entails and emphasize Jesus' authority and mission.

]]>281b027b-5df8-4496-9b0d-1fed8945d5b5Sun, 25 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -050056:05falsefull3333Suffering Ep. 12Suffering Ep. 12Contentment While Suffering // Christian contentment is finding satisfaction in the Lord regardless of circumstances and is learned as we wait on and treasure Christ amid suffering.

]]>Contentment While Suffering // Christian contentment is finding satisfaction in the Lord regardless of circumstances and is learned as we wait on and treasure Christ amid suffering.

]]>26c337a1-6cf5-476a-b99c-4fcb856d7fe8Sun, 04 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -050048:44falsefull212122Suffering Ep. 11Suffering Ep. 11Biblical Foundations for the Glory of God // The whole Bible testifies to the fact that God's glory is supreme in his intentions and should be in ours as well. 

]]>Biblical Foundations for the Glory of God // The whole Bible testifies to the fact that God's glory is supreme in his intentions and should be in ours as well. 

]]>1b5084b0-0fb0-46d9-b2e7-cadf5c5fbdedSun, 28 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -050048:13falsefull211112Suffering Ep. 10Suffering Ep. 10Suffering for the Gospel // Persecution is unique to followers of Jesus and faithfulness under it is essential for our spiritual growth and glorifying God.

]]>Suffering for the Gospel // Persecution is unique to followers of Jesus and faithfulness under it is essential for our spiritual growth and glorifying God.

]]>5daf280d-3638-4bfd-a1dc-4825a13d2b9aSun, 21 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -050041:58falsefull210102Suffering Ep. 9Suffering Ep. 9Suffering as Witness // Suffering showcases God's glory, prompting believers to proclaim the gospel, live with integrity, and trust in God's justice.

]]>Suffering as Witness // Suffering showcases God's glory, prompting believers to proclaim the gospel, live with integrity, and trust in God's justice.

]]>085e35e8-556e-4216-b76a-3faca68441a5Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -050037:30falsefull2992Suffering Ep. 8Suffering Ep. 8Relieving Physical Suffering // Relieving physical suffering requires believers to maintain a posture of love towards all people as they consider the moral proximity to the need and the priority of the need.

]]>Relieving Physical Suffering // Relieving physical suffering requires believers to maintain a posture of love towards all people as they consider the moral proximity to the need and the priority of the need.

]]>dc4bb361-77ae-48ea-9a3e-38d2d0b792a1Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -050051:07falsefull2882Suffering Ep. 7Suffering Ep. 7Fighting for Faith Pt. 2 // Believers can encourage one another in suffering with Scripture, prayer, hospitality, and their presence.

]]>Fighting for Faith Pt. 2 // Believers can encourage one another in suffering with Scripture, prayer, hospitality, and their presence.

]]>f118c405-7546-4116-a296-3fa81db2c0d7Sun, 31 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -050048:32falsefull2772Suffering Ep. 6Suffering Ep. 6Fighting for Faith Pt. 1 // Fighting for faith in the midst of trials includes reading, praying, and singing the Bible.

]]>Fighting for Faith Pt. 1 // Fighting for faith in the midst of trials includes reading, praying, and singing the Bible.

]]>afab6143-81d5-4d52-8cee-8a0d925b541fSun, 24 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -050046:26falsefull2662Suffering Ep. 5Suffering Ep. 5Unbiblical Responses to Suffering // We must guard against responding to suffering in sinful ways, including practical atheism, running to false gods, thinking we deserve better, thinking God can't help, and doubting God's goodness. 

]]>Unbiblical Responses to Suffering // We must guard against responding to suffering in sinful ways, including practical atheism, running to false gods, thinking we deserve better, thinking God can't help, and doubting God's goodness. 

]]>9b5f85b0-1900-4da2-8be0-8cf911a1e8f5Sun, 17 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -050055:42falsefull2552Suffering Ep. 4Suffering Ep. 4God's Empathy in Our Suffering // Christ's sufferings on our behalf are the basis for our salvation and provide comfort in our affliction and an example for us to follow. 

]]>God's Empathy in Our Suffering // Christ's sufferings on our behalf are the basis for our salvation and provide comfort in our affliction and an example for us to follow. 

]]>5257cef8-21d4-411c-88a9-20c7892c4c58Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -050048:38falsefull2442Suffering Ep. 3Suffering Ep. 3The Future of Suffering // The eternal realities of heaven and hell comfort believers and warn unbelievers even as they shape our thinking about suffering in our lives now. 

]]>The Future of Suffering // The eternal realities of heaven and hell comfort believers and warn unbelievers even as they shape our thinking about suffering in our lives now. 

]]>f4f54091-ab43-414a-9793-4198bfd7602eSun, 03 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -050055:59falsefull2332Suffering Ep. 2Suffering Ep. 2God’s Revealed Purposes for Suffering // Suffering is granted to help believers grow, mature, learn, and ultimately glorify God.

]]>God’s Revealed Purposes for Suffering // Suffering is granted to help believers grow, mature, learn, and ultimately glorify God.

]]>2c233cde-a3ff-4686-88a7-6e2a600c67d7Sun, 19 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -050057:18falsefull2222Suffering Ep. 1Suffering Ep. 1The Problem of Suffering // The roots of suffering are traced to sin, but Job's story and other biblical passages demonstrate that God is sovereign over all things, including suffering, and he works his redemptive purposes and displays his glory through it.

]]>The Problem of Suffering // The roots of suffering are traced to sin, but Job's story and other biblical passages demonstrate that God is sovereign over all things, including suffering, and he works his redemptive purposes and displays his glory through it.

]]>9f254e7a-e995-486b-b154-dfc9858c46e7Sun, 12 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -050055:52falsefull2112Cults and the Occult Ep. 13Cults and the Occult Ep. 13Witnessing to Those in a Cult // In order to share the gospel with people from different belief systems or cults, we must understand the gospel, pray, prepare, and trust in God's power.

]]>Witnessing to Those in a Cult // In order to share the gospel with people from different belief systems or cults, we must understand the gospel, pray, prepare, and trust in God's power.

]]>392e99b3-23e4-458c-9fab-1d3fbee68c6eSun, 05 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -050056:41falsefull113131Cults and the Occult Ep. 12Cults and the Occult Ep. 12Protecting Myself and My Family // Christians need spiritual discernment, a Christ-centered church, firm doctrine, and a foundation in God's word to protect against false teaching.

]]>Protecting Myself and My Family // Christians need spiritual discernment, a Christ-centered church, firm doctrine, and a foundation in God's word to protect against false teaching.

]]>2477f71c-5ba6-4fb6-b239-433c99640926Sun, 29 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -050055:08falsefull112121Cults and the Occult Ep. 11Cults and the Occult Ep. 11When the Church Becomes the Cult // Some cults closely resemble Christianity, but they distort the Bible, promote extra-biblical doctrines, and manipulate followers, leading them away from true Christianity.

]]>When the Church Becomes the Cult // Some cults closely resemble Christianity, but they distort the Bible, promote extra-biblical doctrines, and manipulate followers, leading them away from true Christianity.

]]>14a78af1-01d6-4d85-8a24-45ebc16aa395Sun, 22 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -050052:48falsefull111111Cults and the Occult Ep. 10Cults and the Occult Ep. 10Demon Possession and Exorcism // Understanding Satan, demons, the occult, and spiritual struggles emphasizes the need for vigilance, faith in Jesus, and sound doctrine among believers.

]]>Demon Possession and Exorcism // Understanding Satan, demons, the occult, and spiritual struggles emphasizes the need for vigilance, faith in Jesus, and sound doctrine among believers.

]]>a711cda6-94f0-4ccc-90a5-3577cc6ad55bSun, 15 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -050001:00:16falsefull110101Cults and the Occult Ep. 9Cults and the Occult Ep. 9Satanism // Satanism is separated from other occults by its intentional and vocal allegiance to Satan with a focus on individualism and progressive values.

]]>Satanism // Satanism is separated from other occults by its intentional and vocal allegiance to Satan with a focus on individualism and progressive values.

]]>59d85d1e-ac08-4088-9953-048258d79571Sun, 08 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -050001:06:21falsefull1991Cults and the Occult Ep. 8Cults and the Occult Ep. 8Wicca, Witchcraft, and Goddess Worship // Witchcraft, including Wicca, is an occult practice involving the manipulation of forces for personal ends, often associated with the worship of gods and goddesses, spellcraft, and ethical principles.

]]>Wicca, Witchcraft, and Goddess Worship // Witchcraft, including Wicca, is an occult practice involving the manipulation of forces for personal ends, often associated with the worship of gods and goddesses, spellcraft, and ethical principles.

]]>f9688dc3-fd36-4b0b-8fda-865dd566ad20Sun, 01 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -050001:00:49falsefull1881Cults and the Occult Ep. 7Cults and the Occult Ep. 7UFOlogy // The UFO phenomenon, originating in 1947 with Kenneth Arnold's sighting, poses spiritual questions for Christians due to conflicting UFO-based religions rooted in the occult.

]]>UFOlogy // The UFO phenomenon, originating in 1947 with Kenneth Arnold's sighting, poses spiritual questions for Christians due to conflicting UFO-based religions rooted in the occult.

]]>df43a6ea-0a56-4ab7-b24e-877416acc4b3Sun, 24 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -050001:01:21falsefull1771Cults and the Occult Ep. 6Cults and the Occult Ep. 6Eastern Mysticism and the New Age // The New Age movement promotes unity among diverse spiritual paths, rejects traditional concepts of God, and emphasizes personal spiritual growth, reincarnation, and inclusivity.

]]>Eastern Mysticism and the New Age // The New Age movement promotes unity among diverse spiritual paths, rejects traditional concepts of God, and emphasizes personal spiritual growth, reincarnation, and inclusivity.

]]>73d4f1cb-3d2d-48b0-9d6c-b0b28d216f7dSun, 17 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -050052:54falsefull1661Cults and the Occult Ep. 5Cults and the Occult Ep. 5Scientology // L. Ron Hubbard founded Scientology in the 1950s, aiming to clear individuals of engrams and achieve spiritual evolution, while challenging traditional religious beliefs.

]]>Scientology // L. Ron Hubbard founded Scientology in the 1950s, aiming to clear individuals of engrams and achieve spiritual evolution, while challenging traditional religious beliefs.

]]>1e967c18-0471-4554-967d-03f44e6c9062Sun, 10 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -050056:27falsefull1551Cults and the Occult Ep. 4Cults and the Occult Ep. 4Mormonism // Joseph Smith founded Mormonism in 1805, claiming divine revelation for the The Book of Mormon, and introducing beliefs in God's physical form and salvation through faith and good works.

]]>Mormonism // Joseph Smith founded Mormonism in 1805, claiming divine revelation for the The Book of Mormon, and introducing beliefs in God's physical form and salvation through faith and good works.

]]>3930d236-cd82-41fe-8210-c14728c6716aSun, 03 Sep 2023 13:00:00 -050057:56falsefull1441Cults and the Occult Ep. 3Cults and the Occult Ep. 3Jehovah's Witness // Founded by Charles Taze Russell, Jehovah's Witnesses believe in Jesus as Jehovah's firstborn Son but subject to God, reject the Trinity, deny immortality of the soul, and dismiss the concept of hell.

]]>Jehovah's Witness // Founded by Charles Taze Russell, Jehovah's Witnesses believe in Jesus as Jehovah's firstborn Son but subject to God, reject the Trinity, deny immortality of the soul, and dismiss the concept of hell.

]]>bb31a4dc-8755-417e-bd13-3e9b830d14c3Sun, 27 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -050057:00falsefull1331Cults and the Occult Ep. 2Cults and the Occult Ep. 2Historic Perversions of Christian Doctrine // The early church faced heresies denying Jesus' humanity and divinity, which led to the church affirming a proper understanding of the full nature of Christ in the Nicene Creed in 381.

]]>Historic Perversions of Christian Doctrine // The early church faced heresies denying Jesus' humanity and divinity, which led to the church affirming a proper understanding of the full nature of Christ in the Nicene Creed in 381.

]]>225bc6cd-b849-4bab-874b-03e4c6515bedSun, 20 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -050059:26falsefull1221Cults and the Occult Ep. 1Cults and the Occult Ep. 1Introduction to Cults and the Occult // An examination of cults and the occult and their deviations from Christianity, while emphasizing the battle against evil forces and the importance of understanding Satan's role.

]]>Introduction to Cults and the Occult // An examination of cults and the occult and their deviations from Christianity, while emphasizing the battle against evil forces and the importance of understanding Satan's role.

]]>be42f736-04c0-44b3-9e47-a32399dbca33Sun, 13 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -050054:41falsefull1111