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]

Mary's song, the Magnificat, celebrates the Providence of God, highlighting His sovereignty, mercy, and judgment. It emphasizes God's faithfulness to His promises, particularly to Abraham and his seed, and contrasts the rich who are self-sufficient with the poor who are dependent on God's mercy. [... more]

Homeowners Association rules and regulations can be a source of conflict, especially during the holiday season. Josh Whitaker and Joe Hamer, managing partners at Whitaker and Hamer Law Firm, discuss the legal aspects of HOAs, including fines, liens, and foreclosure. They also address questions from listeners about parking, pets, and property use. [... more]

God's covenants are agreements between two or more persons, often involving oaths, laws, animal sacrifices, blessings, and curses. These covenants are a fundamental aspect of biblical theology, with various types, including the covenant of redemption, covenant of works, and covenant of grace. [... more]

Mary's song, the Magnificat, is a powerful expression of thankfulness to God for his mindfulness, might, and mercy. As she sings, she reflects on God's promises to Abraham and the fulfillment of those promises in Jesus' birth, revealing God's greatness in his intimacy with humanity. [... more]

The Christmas story begins with the birth of John the Baptist, the forerunner of Jesus Christ. Zacharias and Elizabeth, an elderly couple, are chosen by God to be the parents of John. Their story teaches us about the importance of faithfulness, prayer, and spiritual gifts. We learn that God can take ordinary people and do amazing things through their lives if they will dedicate themselves to Him. Ultimately, God's plan is for Jesus Christ to come into our hearts and lives, forgiving our sins and giving us the certainty of heaven. [... more]

God's covenant promise to Abraham was fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who came to establish a new covenant with humanity, assuming responsibility for our lives, pardon of sins, provision, protection, and eternal future. [... more]

Solomon explores the theme of wisdom in Ecclesiastes 7, discussing how it helps us navigate life's complexities and avoid extremes of self-righteousness and wickedness. He emphasizes the importance of humility, discernment, and trusting God, and highlights the benefits of wisdom, including living uniquely, making decisions correctly, and living more graciously. [... more]

The people of Israel are called to look back on God's faithful provision and protection during their 40-year journey in the wilderness, and to recognize His heart for them. God wants their hearts, not just conformity to a standard, and He desires to be their sustenance and security, providing for them in every step of their journey. [... more]

God calls the children of Israel to look backward and see his faithful provision and protection, reminding them that they have not reached this place in their own strength but because of his loving purpose. As they stand on the cusp of a new life in the promised land, Moses ratifies the covenant and warns them of the consequences of turning away from the Lord, emphasizing the choice of life or death that lies before them. [... more]

Abraham's kind of faith is the kind that laughs at impossibilities and stands on the promises of God, even when all physical evidence says it cannot be. This kind of faith is the foundation of our salvation and is the key to overcoming doubt and unbelief. [... more]

The Bible presents two choices: life and good or death and evil. Without God, one will experience emptiness, but surrendering to God brings life and joy. Everyone worships something, and the question is, what or who is one's master, and will it be the benevolent sovereign creator or a created object that consumes? [... more]

The human heart tends to forget God when feeling sufficiently supplied, leading to complacent cravings and a self-focused life, whereas grateful contentment leads to an outward focus and worshiping the infinite sovereign creator. [... more]

The concept of a conditional covenant is presented, where obedience is contingent upon flourishing as a people and longevity in the land. If one forsakes God, they will face disaster, including social, familial, economic, and physical consequences. The illustration of a branch severed from a tree highlights humanity's propensity for self-destruction when they abandon God's gracious care. [... more]

The story of the Philistine nation's encounter with the Ark of the Covenant serves as a backdrop to explore the concept of God's sovereignty and providence. The Philistines' attempt to understand the cause of their calamities leads them to question whether God is in control, ultimately revealing their own atheistic worldview. This narrative highlights the distinction between theism and atheism, emphasizing that if God is not sovereign, He is not God. [... more]

Abraham's faith is a model for believers, demonstrating that salvation comes by grace through faith, not by ritual or law. He is the father of all who believe, regardless of ethnicity or ancestry, and his story shows that faith is the same for all people, whether looking forward to a coming Redeemer or looking backward to Jesus' sacrifice. [... more]

God's ways are not man's ways, and His presence is what gives us victory. The story of Joshua and Rahab teaches us about the courage of faith and how God's plan is often unexpected. Rahab, a prostitute, heard about God's power and believed, and her faith was rewarded when she was spared from destruction. Her story is a reminder that no matter how low we've been, there's no limit to how high we can go when we trust in God. [... more]

Moses presents the people with two choices: to follow God and find life and peace, or to find their master in something else, leading to death and misery. The blessings for God's people to thrive and flourish are contingent upon their obedience to God's commands. [... more]

The Bible warns that sin is self-destructive and leads to disastrous judgment, making individuals stupid and inviting disaster in their lives. Rich Powell explores eight categories of curses in Deuteronomy 27, including idolatry, dishonoring parents, greed, exploiting a neighbor's disability, perverting justice, sexual perversion, indifference to another's life, and moral indifference. He emphasizes that Christ has redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, and invites listeners to build an altar in their lives where God's law is written on their hearts. [... more]

When life gets unclear, praying with clarity is key. Dr. Tony Evans shares how God's people can move forward when their foundations shift, and how faith and obedience turn his promises from what's in our grasp to what's in our hand. He takes us to the opening chapters of Judges to show how God's people can overcome challenges and stay true to God's truth. [... more]