Of all the foolish things that have led to nations going to war could a pastry be the worst of all In amid tensions between France and Mexico a group of Mexican army officers visited a French pastry shop in Mexico City and sampled all the baker rsquo s goods without paying Though the details get complicated and other provocations compounded the troubles the result was the first Franco-Mexican War - mdash known as the Pastry War mdash in which more than three-hundred soldiers died It rsquo s sad what a moment of anger can incite Most human conflicts mdash [... more]

Many people consider frugality to be a Christian virtue but is it really We often equate frugality with good financial stewardship but they re not exactly the same thing While frugality can be a wise practice it doesn t necessarily lead to true peace or biblical financial wisdom Let s explore the key differences and signs that frugality might be going too far What Is Frugality Frugality is about being careful with resources spending less than you earn saving money and making economical choices If you or someone in your household is a conscientious penny-pincher you likely embrace frugality as [... more]

How can you live wisely in a world overwhelmed by knowledge and change The book of Proverbs offers timeless guidance for making decisions navigating relationships and avoiding foolishness In this episode Stephen Davey explores Solomon s foundational truth The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge You ll learn what sets wise people apart how wisdom differs from knowledge and why fools reject instruction This episode also reveals practical steps to cultivate wisdom through God s Word prayer and counsel Discover how to make the right decisions at the right time for the right reasons Whether you re [... more]

Do you want to grow wiser not just older The book of Proverbs provides practical wisdom for daily life offering insights into relationships choices and challenges In this episode Stephen Davey unpacks the purpose of Proverbs explaining how its timeless truths can guide your steps and shape your future You ll discover what wisdom truly is why it s more than intelligence and how to seek it Solomon s Proverbs tackle everyday topics like decision-making relationships and discerning right from wrong Learn how God s Word provides light for life s path and helps you avoid the pitfalls of foolishness [... more]

Is there any lasting advantage to living wisely compared to recklessly King Solomon the wisest man in history explored this question deeply He found that while wisdom brings clarity and avoids the pitfalls of foolishness it ultimately shares the same fate death In this episode we dive into Solomon s reflections in Ecclesiastes as he faces the inescapable reality that human accomplishments no matter how great are forgotten with time Solomon s raw words remind us that no matter how we build our sandcastles in life the tide inevitably comes But is there a way to find hope and meaning [... more]

God has blessed Israel but thru His profit He emphasizes the folly of idolatry there is no other God The LORD uses some interesting word pictures to illustrate the foolishness of man-made gods [... more]

God has blessed Israel but thru His profit He emphasizes the folly of idolatry there is no other God The LORD uses some interesting word pictures to illustrate the foolishness of man-made gods [... more]

God has blessed Israel but thru His profit He emphasizes the folly of idolatry there is no other God The LORD uses some interesting word pictures to illustrate the foolishness of man-made gods [... more]

Sermon Overview Scripture Passage Timothy If we want to live holy lives to be sanctified and powerful in the Lord we must learn how to be faithful in studying God s Word Timothy says Be diligent to present yourself approved to God a worker who does not need to be ashamed rightly dividing the word of truth First if you want to understand the Bible you must receive the saving Author of the Bible Without Christ we are spiritually blind as Corinthians says But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God for they are [... more]

Sermon Overview Scripture Passage Peter As Christians we are instructed to keep the faith and give it away We must be ready to give an account for what makes us different We must learn how to answer a skeptic Peter says But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you with meekness and fear There are four basic propositions that can help us when giving an account for our faith First forego the folly of fools Foolishness isn t [... more]

One day the story of your life will be told to the next generation How do you want today s chapter to be told In this message from Samuel Pastor J D shows us King David at a critical juncture fresh off his faithful response to the murderous King Saul But when a smaller obstacle meets David he stumbles and nearly falls The only thing that prevents David from veering into a pattern of sin and foolishness is an obscure figure one of the wisest and least known people in the entire Bible [... more]

It rsquo s almost unheard of for institutions to admit guilt after a tragedy But one year after a seventeen-year-old student rsquo s death by suicide a prestigious school admitted it ldquo fell tragically short rdquo in protecting him The student had been relentlessly bullied and school leaders despite knowing about the mistreatment did little to protect him The school has now committed to taking significant steps to combat bullying and better care for students rsquo mental health The devastation caused by bullying is a stark example of the power of words In the book of Proverbs we rsquo re [... more]

The cross was the remarkable plan of God But not everyone views the cross this way some see it as foolishness while others are hostile to its meaning In this message from Corinthians Pastor Lutzer explains three ways the cross clashes with human pride and wisdom How should we as Christians boast in the cross This month s special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at rtwoffer com or call us at - - - [... more]

Send us a textGUEST ANDREW DeBARTOLO Director of Operations Liberty Coalition CanadaTo borrow a popular term today the United States is in transition Whereas the nation once identified as a broadly Christian nation the Declaration of Independence refers multiple times to the Christian God a real transition in contrast to the imagined transitions and marriages of the transvestite homosexual movement has and is taking place to a present-day post-Christian neo-pagan nation where Satanic statues are displayed in state capitol buildings and a reworked Marxist-based anti-Christian religion of woke-ism has captured many minds and all institutions How and why has this [... more]

https www thetruthpulpit comClick the icon below to listen Related StoriesThe Nature of Christian Good Deeds The Nature of Christian Good Deeds How Should the Church Respond to the Truth [... more]

Psalm describes the Bible as a light to our path and the church has been called a safe harbor in a storm Find out why the Bible can also be a dangerous book and church can be a perilous place That's the focus on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg ----------------------------------------- Click here and look for FROM THE SERMON to stream or read the full message This program is part of the series 'Encore ' Learn more about our current resource request your copy with a donation of any amount Helpful Resources - Learn about God's salvation plan - Read [... more]

The Matt Slick Live daily radio show broadcast is produced by The Christian Apologetics Research Ministry -CARM org- During the show Matt answers questions on the air and offers insight on topics like The Bible Apologetics Theology World Religions Atheism and other issues-- The show airs live on the Truth Network Monday through Friday - PM EST - - PM PST--You can also watch a live stream during the live show on RUMBLE---Topics include--- - Are we saved by works or by faith--- - Do you have to be baptized for salvation Acts - --- - Is it possible to [... more]

Samson ran recklessly into temptation Yet when his foolishness brought him low God humbled Samson and granted him repentant faith Today Derek Thomas speaks on the redeeming grace of God toward unworthy souls Get Derek Thomas' Teaching Series 'Imprisoned' on DVD and the Digital Study Guide for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org imprisoned Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

GUEST DR STEVEN LAWSON author New Life in ChristConfusion characterizes our world Or maybe delusion is the better word in that people are deluded by others or just self-deluded There are no shortage of experts politicians scientists teachers professors writers speakers journalists analysts commentators influencers and yes Christian leaders confidently making assertions about all matters of life and faith So if you're pondering what is going wrong in the world you will hear all kinds of responses racism inequality lack of education capitalistic greed moral corruption with all manner of proposed solutions mostly promoting some new government program or law [... more]

Scripture teaches that the cross's message is foolishness to the perishing Why does God give us a message to proclaim that the culture disregards And why doesn't He use mighty angels to proclaim it Find out on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

GUEST DR STEVEN LAWSON author New Life in ChristConfusion characterizes our world Or maybe delusion is the better word in that people are deluded by others or just self-deluded There are no shortage of experts politicians scientists teachers professors writers speakers journalists analysts commentators influencers and yes Christian leaders confidently making assertions about all matters of life and faith So if you're pondering what is going wrong in the world you will hear all kinds of responses racism inequality lack of education capitalistic greed moral corruption with all manner of proposed solutions mostly promoting some new government program or law [... more]

You've probably heard the saying Once a fool always a fool The Teacher in Ecclesiastes identified many ways to spot both folly and wisdom But find out why foolishness doesn't have to be a life sentence That's on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

Zhang was raised with in his words ldquo no God no religion nothing rdquo In seeking democracy and freedom for his people he helped lead students in peaceful protests But the protests tragically led to the government rsquo s intervention and hundreds of lives lost For his part in the event Zhang was placed on his country rsquo s most-wanted list After a short imprisonment he fled to an outlying village where he met an elderly farmer who introduced him to Christianity She had only a handwritten copy of the gospel of John but couldn rsquo t read so she [... more]

GUESTS BRUCE and MARY JANE WHEATON parents of host David WheatonWisdom is thinking and living according to God's will and ways Foolishness is the opposite thinking and living as if God doesn't exist and that we aren't accountable to Him The Bible often contrasts wisdom and foolishness In fact Jesus concluded His most well-known message the Sermon on the Mount with this exhortation Therefore everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them may be compared to a wise man who built his house on the rock And the rain fell and the floods came and the winds [... more]

Is it possible to prove the existence of God Today R C Sproul shows that the evidence for God is so compelling and conclusive that unbelievers are left without excuse Get R C Sproul's 'Defending Your Faith' -Part DVD Series for Your Gift of Any Amount https gift renewingyourmind org defending-your-faith Don't forget to make RenewingYourMind org your home for daily in-depth Bible study and Christian resources [... more]

Psalm describes the Bible as a light to our path and you may have heard the church called a safe harbor in the storm Good things right But the Bible and the church can also be dangerous Find out how on Truth For Life with Alistair Begg Listen [... more]

CLICK HERE to ORDER this -part series on MP To support this ministry financially visit https www oneplace com donate [... more]

Did you know nothing can stop the will of God People entangle themselves in ways that delay or circumvent but even that foolishness does not stop divine plans In this episode learn how Presence of God Alignment and Preparation all work together to move you forward in your destiny Key Scripture Kings Colossians Acts Matthew Mark Corinthians - Numbers - Acts On Running With Horses we take a spiritual look at the culture and world as we see it and the Believer's leadership role as catalysts for Biblical outcomes that impact with God's love Learn more at acleartrumpet org podcast [... more]

Listen as Darin Stone explains the intersection between Christianity and culture from the perspective of Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount Darin is a PCA pastor who serves with Ministry to State a PCA missions endeavor that seeks to carry the light of the gospel to political leaders in America [... more]

Episode Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions Show Notes CoreChristianity com Questions in this Episode My daughter was born in the s and she died when she was only weeks old In heaven is she still be a baby or is she in her thirties now What does Corinthians mean when it says that God's word is foolishness to unbelievers Thessalonians talks about the voice of the archangel Jehovah's Witnesses believe that Jesus is Michael the archangel Is that right Do babies in the womb have a soul Did the second coming of Christ already happen What is [... more]

Listen again as Pastor Russ Andrews shares four blessings that believers alone have in Christ as he explores Colossians [... more]

There's a question we all have when we take steps of faith to develop compassion generosity and a Kingdom mindset When we're being sacrificial it's natural to ask God what about me Do You see what I'm doing here Do You see that I have needs too Join Chip as he shares God's answer to our question What about me [... more]

A man walked into a convenience store in Wollongong Australia put a bill on the counter and asked for change When the clerk opened the cash drawer the man pulled a gun and asked for all the cash in the register which the clerk promptly provided The man took the cash from the clerk and fled leaving the bill on the counter The total amount of cash he got from the drawer Fifteen dollars We all act foolishly at times mdash even if unlike this would-be thief we rsquo re trying to do the right thing The key is how [... more]

The King's Arrival A Study of Matthew ' A Signature Series [... more]

For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe I Corinthians [... more]

For after that in the wisdom of God the world by wisdom knew not God it pleased God by the foolishness of preaching to save them that believe I Corinthians [... more]

Most of the riches-to-rags stories you hear involve people who lost everything because of foolishness and disobedience to God But Moses' story is the opposite He willingly exchanged his temporal possessions for an eternal one [... more]

As these verses begin Solomon seems to be taking to positive turn in his journal when he says that living wisely is better than foolishness But then he falls into the previous pattern claiming It doesn't really matter because we're all going to die--and be forgotten--anyway And he's mad about it This will be our truth as well--unless we rise above it by embracing the Way the Truth and the Life--Jesus Christ--Who gives our lives meaning purpose and joy Eternally [... more]

We live in a culture that values youth For example older candidates for public office are readily dismissed as too old as if the experience of a long life is a detriment And yet God's Word values the aged at least those who follow after God Job said Wisdom is with aged men with long life is understanding Job Wisdom is the skill of thinking and living as God intends The aged who have immersed themselves in the Bible and followed Christ for decades have grown in wisdom that is invaluable for the next generations When their counsel and example [... more]

No one wants to be considered a fool rather most everyone desires to be esteemed and respected But this won't be the case for those who follow Jesus The Bible says the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing Corinthians Open in Logos Bible Software if available In other words no matter how educated or how winsome or how accomplished a Christian is the non-believing world will still view the Christian as a fool Our guest this weekend on The Christian Worldview evangelist and apologist Ray Comfort has experienced this first-hand In his latest film titled [... more]