The story of Cain and Abel from the book of Genesis highlights the consequences of disobedience and the importance of obedience to God. Cain's refusal to follow God's revelation and his attempt to approach God on his own terms ultimately led to his downfall, while Abel's obedience to God's will resulted in his acceptance. The story serves as a reminder that obedience to God begins with a choice and that disobedience never makes sense. [... more]

Elijah's story in 1 Kings 17 teaches us about the true God, who is a God of the outsider, providing for those in need, and sometimes contradicting and confusing us, yet remaining good and gracious. [... more]

Rich Eisen discusses the latest NFL news, including coaching vacancies and potential hires, with guests such as Calvin Johnson, a six-time Pro Bowler and Hall of Famer, and Tom Pelissero, an NFL Network insider. Calvin shares his thoughts on the Detroit Lions' recent success and his business, Primitive Performance. [... more]

The message explores the exclusivity and superiority of Jesus Christ as the priest before God, highlighting his unchanging character, the atonement he provides, and the city he builds. The author emphasizes that those who reject Jesus have no right to his sacrifice, and that only through faith in him can one find true salvation and establish a relationship with God. [... more]

The message of God's sovereign grace is centered around the birth of Jesus Christ, who came to bring salvation and glory to God. The shepherds believed the message and moved with haste to see Jesus, and we are encouraged to do the same, to follow Him and give Him glory in our lives. [... more]

Job's story of enduring suffering while maintaining faith in God serves as a powerful example of trust and hope in the midst of affliction. His prayers express a deep longing for vindication and a mediator to stand between him and God, ultimately finding comfort in the knowledge that Jesus Christ is our redeemer and advocate. [... more]

The Bible's canon was formed through a historical selection process, with the early church applying a threefold test to determine canonical authenticity, including apostolic origin, reception by the primitive church, and compatibility with the core teachings of Scripture. [... more]

Job's lament and complaint are expressions of his raw emotions and honest perceptions of God's hiddenness and seeming opposition. He expresses anguish, anger, and despair, yet retains his faith and integrity, demonstrating the importance of prayer and lament in the midst of suffering. [... more]

The uniqueness of the Bible, its preservation, and the fulfillment of prophecies are strong validations of God's Word. The scripture also validates itself through fulfilled prophecy, the confidence of later biblical writers in the integrity of earlier writers, and the confirmation of primitive conscience. Furthermore, the law of God is perfect, converting the soul, and its operation is a searcher and discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. The transformation of lives through the scripture is the greatest validation of its truthfulness and origin. [... more]

God seeks the outsider, reaching out to those who are desperate for his great grace. He is a God of the outsider, who sometimes contradicts and confuses us, but remains good and worthy of our trust. Through the story of Elijah and the widow, we learn about the importance of dependence on God and the power of humble faith. [... more]

Klaus Kugler, a German missionary, shares his incredible story of serving among the unreached Fayu people in Papua, Irian Jaya, for 30 years. He describes their primitive culture, their struggles, and the miraculous ways God worked through him to bring the gospel to this isolated tribe. [... more]