The parable of the prodigal son marvelously depicts Christ's mercy toward those He came to save From his sermon series in the gospel of Luke today R C Sproul revisits this parable to reveal why we should rejoice every time a lost soul is found Get R C Sproul's hardcover commentary on the gospel of Luke with your donation https gift renewingyourmind org Live outside the U S and Canada Request the Luke commentary ebook with your donation https www renewingyourmind org global Meet Today's Teacher R C Sproul was founder of Ligonier Ministries first minister of preaching and teaching [... more]

Rich and the guys react to the Arizona Cardinals stunning domination of the Chargers in Mike LaFleur's debut as Arizona's head coach Marcus Spears ESPN NFL Analyst and Rich break down the NFL's top Week storylines including his level of concern for the Dallas Cowboys' supposedly revamped defense the Chargers' stagnant head scratching effort in the Bolts' loss to the Cards if Carson Wentz should start for the Vikings in Week even if Kyler Murray is cleared to play after suffering a concussion against the Packers how much longer the Browns can stick with Deshaun Watson over Shedeur Sanders as [... more]

Yea and if I be offered upon the sacrifice and service of your faith I joy and rejoice with you all Philippians Paul saw himself as poured out as an offering More [... more]

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If every day you invested an extra hour in education related to your job the reward might be a swift promotion or a pay raise That in mind is it self-serving somehow unspiritual if your pursuit of holiness is motivated by the rewards of heaven Consider that with John MacArthur as he continues his study called Our Great Salvation Click the icon below to listen [... more]

What does it matter if you believe that man has a free will and chooses to be saved or that God predestines people for salvation Is it really worth debating issues like those Isn't better to simply avoid them Consider the far-reaching implications of those questions with John MacArthur as he continues his study called Our Great Salvation Click the icon below to listen [... more]

Please text us your thoughts on this episode We love hearing from you Gospel Blessings In this powerful series from Him We Proclaim Pastor John Fonville takes us deep into the heart of the gospel where astonishment meets assurance and where grace becomes the foundation for true obedience Whether it's the boy Jesus in the temple revealing His divine mission the Spirit's outpouring at Pentecost or the profound comfort found in the promises of the Good Shepherd each message unfolds the beauty and sufficiency of Christ Through passages in Luke John Romans Corinthians and more we explore the work of [... more]

Then the people rejoiced for that they offered willingly because with perfect heart they offered willingly to the LORD and David the king also rejoiced with great joy Chronicles [... more]

How do we find peace when relationships fall apart Paul addressed a rift between two believers offering timeless truths for lasting unity in the church In this message from Philippians Pastor Philip Miller unpacks three keys to peace-filled relationships Discover the surprising remedy for conflict hidden inside these familiar coffee cup verses This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount Get yours at https moodyoffer com or call us at - - - Moody Church Media https www moodymedia org home of Moody Church Hour and Living Hope exists to bring glory to God through the [... more]

The Christian's duty to rejoice is a continuing and habitual action, as emphasized by Paul in the Greek tense. This instruction follows his mention of believers pursuing disharmony and dissension, and is rooted in the love and service of Christ as well as his sufferings. [... more]

The Bible teaches that happiness and contentment come from seeking the fulfillment of others and living a life of service to God, rather than seeking self-fulfillment. Paul's letter to the Philippians emphasizes the importance of learning to be content in whatever state we are in, and finding joy and happiness in our relationship with God. By giving generously and living a life of faith, we can experience true contentment and happiness. [... more]

God is timeless, existing outside of the linear progression of time. He allows believers to enter into a different realm, known as the Christ time, where they can see and interact with the past and future as if it's happening now. This concept is rooted in scripture, particularly in the books of Romans and Hebrews, where Paul describes the promises made to Abraham and the faith of the heroes of the Bible as if they're happening in the present. By entering into this realm, believers can find encouragement, hope, and confidence in their walk with God, and can see themselves as part of a larger story of faith that transcends time and space. [... more]

David's life, as reflected in the Psalms, is a testament to the power of faith in the face of fear, worry, and doubt. His journey from heart-wrenching prayer to heartfelt praise serves as a reminder of God's unwavering presence and trustworthiness. [... more]

Jesus teaches that people are valuable and lost, and that seeking them leads to finding and rejoicing. He emphasizes the importance of becoming seekers of lost men and women, and that finding them brings joy to both heaven and earth. [... more]

The concept of the Word of Life is rooted in Philippians 2, emphasizing the person and work of Jesus Christ, Creator, Lord, and King. As ministers of Christ, we are responsible for holding forth the Word of Life, which involves being well-versed in the written word and shining the light of the glorious gospel of salvation by grace. [... more]

The final vision of Revelation reveals a renewed, restored, and remade heaven, where God takes up residence with his people, and death and pain are abolished. The greatest joy of heaven is reunion, and the greatest reunion is union with God. In heaven, we will experience pleasure without pain, beauty untainted by the curse, joy without end, and the beach without the sunburn. We will reign with God forever and ever, and our capacity for love will be increased, not decreased. However, hell is a place of eternal misery, locked from the inside, and our current default destination. The Spirit and the bride say, 'Come,' and offer a river of life flowing from the throne of God, bringing healing and forgiveness, without price. [... more]

The case for God's existence is a central theme in apologetics, with various approaches, including classical and presuppositional methods. Classical apologetics aims to prove God's existence through rational arguments, while presuppositional apologetics starts with the assumption of God's existence. The debate between these two approaches highlights the importance of establishing God's existence in the process of knowing. [... more]

The early church had to deal with the heresy of Gnosticism, which rejected the physical world and saw matter as inherently evil. Gnostics believed in a cosmology where God emanated from a higher spiritual realm, and the material world was a result of an intermediate creator. They also believed in a dualistic view of reality, separating spirit and matter. The Gnostics' view of Jesus was as a spiritual being who appeared in human form, but not as a physical person. This view was rejected by the early church, which saw it as fundamentally anti-Christian. [... more]

Jesus uses the metaphor of a shepherd and sheepfold to describe his role as the good shepherd, who brings sight to the blind and freedom to those who are captives, but is rejected by those who refuse to listen and follow him. [... more]

David Jeremiah explains why King David praised God for what he will do in the future, and how this mindset is beneficial for believers today. He discusses the importance of counting one's blessings, the resurrection, and the rapture, and how these concepts are connected to the book of Psalms and the life of King David. [... more]