The Advent season is a time of hope and expectation, as we look forward to the coming of the Savior. Jesus is the ultimate fulfiller of all God's covenant promises, and his birth in Bethlehem brought light and salvation to the world. Through faith, we can inherit the covenant blessings that God has promised to Abraham and his descendants, and we can experience the love and forgiveness that comes from God. Jesus is the solution to the theological conundrum of the Old Testament, where God's guarantee of the covenant was dependent on human obedience. He is the God-man who keeps both sides of the covenant, upholding God's guarantee and fulfilling Abraham's obligations. In Him, we are secure in the covenant love of God forever, and we can experience the fullness of God's blessings and promises. [... more]

A Christian radio show explores the concept of God fear, where individuals experience a profound sense of peace and protection in the face of danger or adversity. Guests share personal testimonies of how God has intervened in their lives, providing comfort and guidance in times of need. [... more]

God's plan for Israel unfolds through the lives of key figures, including Abram, Judah, Joseph, Moses, and others, as they navigate struggles, obedience, and disobedience, ultimately leading to the divided kingdom and the call of Hosea. [... more]

God's judgment is a dominant theme in the Bible, with over 500 mentions. In the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, Lot's character is a picture of a worldly, half-hearted believer. The city's sin, including proposed homosexual rape, is condemned in the Bible, with the New Testament holding it up as a threshold of cultural corruption. [... more]

God makes a covenant with Abraham, promising to make him the father of many nations and giving him the land of Canaan as an everlasting possession. Abraham is instructed to circumcise himself and his son Ishmael as a sign of the covenant, and he is also given a new name, 'father of a multitude'. The covenant is unconditional, but the occupation of the land is conditional on the Israelites' obedience to God's laws. [... more]

Abram and Sarai's decision to take matters into their own hands by having a child through Hagar, an Egyptian maid, leads to a series of consequences, including the birth of Ishmael and the eventual conflict between the Arab and Israeli nations. Meanwhile, God intervenes in Hagar's life, revealing himself as El Shaddai, the Almighty God, and instructing Abram to walk before Him in blamelessness and integrity. [... more]

God's promise to Abraham is a pivotal verse in the Bible, explaining the major doctrine of justification by faith. Abram's story highlights the importance of believing God's promise, and how it was counted as righteousness. The concept of a covenant, or berit, is also explored, where God makes a unilateral promise to Abraham, giving him the land of Canaan without any conditions. [... more]

God makes a promise to Abram, a promise that seems impossible given his age and lack of children. Abram's perplexity is met with a promise from God, not an explanation. God repeats the promise, clarifies it, and expands on it, showing his patience and love for Abram. This story highlights the importance of faith and justification by faith, as seen in the New Testament. [... more]

The book of Genesis reveals the origin of the nation of Israel, with Abram being called by God to leave his hometown and go to the land of Canaan. Abram's fear and perplexity are met with God's promises, emphasizing the importance of faith and trust in God's plan. [... more]

Abram repents and returns to the altar, remembering his fellowship with God, while Lot chooses to return to the land of Egypt, seeking security and wealth. Abram's faith and trust in God are rewarded with a promise of land and descendants, while Lot's worldly choices lead to separation and spiritual decline. [... more]

Developing a dream requires surrendering to God's plan and allowing Him to shape your character through private times of intimacy, small groups, and obedience to His will, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and a deeper faith. [... more]

God delights to do impossible things through ordinary people to impart exceeding grace to undeserving recipients. He invites us to dream great dreams that would be impossible if God did not do it, and He promises to fulfill those desires that bring us exceeding joy in Him. [... more]

Lot's life is a warning about becoming spiritually complacent, and his story serves as a reminder of the importance of following a champion of faith, facing challenges, and making choices based on faith rather than sight. [... more]

The concept of aspiration and desire is deeply rooted in the biblical story of Abraham, who was called to leave his father's house and journey to the Promised Land. This idea is reflected in the Hebrew words 'lech lech,' which translate to 'aspire to desire.' Through numerology and biblical commentary, the connection between Abraham's name, potential, and the Promised Land is explored, highlighting the importance of trusting in God's plan and allowing Him to reveal one's true aspirations and desires. [... more]

The Christian life is started and sustained by faith that believes God will keep his promises and that he fulfilled his most important promise in Jesus. The apostle Paul explains in Romans 4 that faith is the means by which the power of God comes into us, and it is credited to us as righteousness. He uses the example of Abraham, who was justified by faith, to demonstrate that faith is not just believing in God, but trusting in what he has done for us, particularly in Jesus Christ. [... more]

The Christian life is a journey of waiting on God, and patience is a crucial aspect of trusting in His will and way. When we become impatient, we open ourselves up to bad advice and selfish desires, leading us to ignore God's way and try to achieve our goals through our own efforts. Instead, we should immerse ourselves in the promises of God, surround ourselves with people who give us godly advice, and rest in His will and way, trusting that He has a plan for our lives. [... more]

God has a purpose for every single person, and following Him requires unwavering belief in His promises, trust in His plan, and consistent worship in His presence. Just like Abraham, we must be willing to take a step of faith and leave behind the comfort of our current circumstances to fulfill God's purpose in our lives. [... more]

The story of Abraham and Sarah's laughter is explored in the Bible, with God's faithfulness and covenant with them being a central theme. Their laughter is analyzed in different contexts, including incongruity, unbelief, ambivalence, and joy, highlighting the complexities of human emotions and God's relationship with His people. [... more]

Doubt is a universal human struggle, but people saved and lost learn how to cope with it differently. Saved people also go through doubts and have their own ways of dealing with it, sometimes being fatalistic or trying to make it work in their own power. Dr. Abaddon Shah discusses how God's plans require patience and faith, but doubt can create a need to act like one needs to take things into their own hands. He shares how Abram and Sarai's story in Genesis shows how doubt can lead to mistakes and how God works even in our messes to bring about his story. [... more]

Lot's life choices demonstrate the consequences of prioritizing materialism over faith, leading to a tragic trajectory of spiritual decline. Abram's faith and spiritual strength serve as a contrast to Lot's worldly choices, highlighting the importance of making choices that align with God's will. [... more]