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As we continue our Ten Commandments series, we are focusing on how each and every Commandment given by God to Israel after their being freed from slavery has direct and profound meaning for us as Christians. While we live in a VERY different world, the principles of each of those Commandments are powerfully important for […] The post Do I Ever Take God’s Name in Vain? appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
Temptation is everywhere. In fact, it may be lurking in places that we are not even aware of. Let’s put this in perspective: Who do you claim to be? If you answered that you claim to be a Christian, then the next question is, who do you serve and in whose footsteps are you therefore […] The post How Do I Identify Temptation and Shut It Down? appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
Let’s get practical. For most of us, the largest portion of our waking hours is spent working in one way or another to support ourselves and our household. Whether we are in a trade or at a desk, whether we are engaged in a service or retail or farming, building, manufacturing or raising children or […] The post How Is My Faith Revealed When I Am at Work? appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
At the beginning of his second letter, the Apostle Peter reminded us that God, in His power and love, has graciously given us everything we need to be faithful to the calling of discipleship. This walk of sacrifice is supported by the overwhelming gift of God’s precious and magnificent promises. Peter then tells us that […] The post What Does a Fully Supplied Christian Character Look Like? (Christian Character Series Part X) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
We have arrived! This episode explores the final and highest rung of the Apostle Peter’s “virtue ladder”- agape, the selfless, God‑shaped love that defines the true purpose of Christian character. We walk through how each previous rung—faith, moral excellence, knowledge, self‑control, perseverance, godliness and brotherly kindness—builds the capacity to reach this culminating form of love. […] The post What Does Christian Love Really Look Like? (Christian Character Series Part IX) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
The blueprint for Christian character development the Apostle Peter gives us in 2 Peter 1 lays out for us a “ladder” that we as disciples of Christ are to climb. Each rung of this ladder is vital to our ability to be able to progress up to the next rung. As we have focused on […] The post What Does Brotherly Kindness Mean for a Christian? (Christian Character Series Part VIII) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
The blueprint for Christian character development the Apostle Peter gives us in 2 Peter 1 focuses us on a profound series of steps we need to take in order to be more Christlike. With this blueprint, Peter lays out for us a ladder of Christian character development. As we examine it, we find that each […] The post How Do I Grow in Godliness as a Christian? (Christian Character Series Part VII) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
The blueprint for Christian Character development that the Apostle Peter gives us in 2 Peter chapter 1 focuses us on a profound series of steps we need to take in order to be more Christlike. Based upon God’s power and promises, Peter lays out for us the blueprint for a ladder of Christian character development. […] The post How Do I Grow in Christian Perseverance? (Christian Character Series Part VI) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
The blueprint for Christian character development that the Apostle Peter gives us in 2 Peter 1 focuses us on a profound series of steps we need to take in order to be more Christlike. As a basis for this needed growth, we have seen how God’s promises help us to be ready to systematically take […] The post What Kind of Self-Control Is Really Required of a Christian? (Christian Character Series Part V) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
In 2 Peter 1, the Apostle Peter laid out a phenomenal blueprint for us to follow regarding the how and why of developing a focused and loyal character that is modeled after Christ. After reminding us of the incomprehensible promises that God brings us through His power and Jesus’ sacrifice, he then focuses us on […] The post How Does Knowledge as a Christian Change My Worldly Life? (Christian Character Series Part IV) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
In 2 Peter chapter 1, the Apostle Peter is laying out a phenomenal blueprint for us to follow regarding the how and why of developing a focused and loyal character modeled after Christ. He begins by reminding us of the majesty and power of God, along with the loyalty and sacrifice of Jesus. He tells […] The post What Does True Christian Moral Excellence Look Like? (Christian Character Part III) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
The Apostle Peter began his second letter to all Christians by addressing the very formation of our Christian lives. He proceeded to lay out a deep and profound series of character development steps to show us how to completely and wholly grow into mature disciples of Christ. In Part I of this series, we covered […] The post What Steps Help Me Build a Permanent Christlike Character? (Christian Character Series Part II) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
The Apostle Peter began his second letter to all Christians by addressing the very formation of our Christian lives. He proceeded to lay out a deep and profound series of character development steps to show us how to completely and wholly grow into mature disciples of Christ. To begin this process, his clear message in […] The post How Do God’s Promises Change Your Life? (Christian Character Series Part I) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
It is said that when Benjamin Franklin was an American Minister in Paris, he spent an evening with a group of intellectuals at a time when literary circles were known for being agnostic or even atheistic. He was called on to contribute to the entertainment and read from what he called a “charming bit of […] The post Can One Person’s Choice Shape Generations? The Story of Ruth appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
If we are serious about our Christianity, then we know that the bottom line of everything in our lives is to be more like Jesus. If we call ourselves disciples of Christ, if we call ourselves his footstep followers, then any and every other objective in life must by definition become secondary. Our last seven […] The post How Do We Keep Ourselves Separate from the World? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
All upbuilding and spiritually mature Christian thought and action inevitably have their foundation in Scripture. The Bible gives us clear truth. Just as importantly, it gives us clear direction as to how to apply those clear truths to our lives in practical ways. In 1 Thessalonians, the Apostle Paul teaches us to NOT despise “prophetic […] The post How Do We Know What Teachings and Prophecies to Believe? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
God’s spirit—His power and influence—is a power we can’t even begin to comprehend. His spirit was introduced to us as the mighty power of His will in Genesis 1:1-3 as His creative process began with “Let there be light.” This same power and influence is described as taking root in us in Ephesians 1:13 where […] The post What Does It Mean if I Quench the Spirit? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
One of the hallmark attitudes of a focused Christian life is being thankful. The very foundation of our Christian beliefs is the fact that being redeemed from sin and death by the love and sacrifice of Jesus is a gift that is in every case beyond our ability to earn or deserve. We are freely […] The post Can We Really Be Thankful in Everything? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
To live a truly dedicated Christian life is to live a life that has a firm grasp on prayer. It is a life that strongly and regularly seeks out God’s will and blessing in all that we do. It also seeks to regularly ask for blessings and providence over the lives of our fellow disciples. […] The post What Does It Mean to Pray Without Ceasing? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
A Christian life is supposed to be an energized and fulfilled life. It is supposed to be this way because we have been called to follow in Jesus’ footsteps. This means our lives are to be centered around following God’s word and will, regardless of what our circumstances may lay before us. So, when things […] The post What Does It Mean to Rejoice Always? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
According to the New Testament, Christians are instructed to work together as a community. Even more than that, we are instructed to care for one another as a family, humbly serve one another and protect one another as soldiers in battle – even to the point of being willing to sacrifice ourselves. All of this […] The post How Can We Each Contribute to the Health of Our Church? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
Christians are supposed to live lives that reflect godliness every day and in every way. This is not only difficult but frankly looked down upon. Because our world is driven by technology and social media, we are saturated daily with images, commentary, suggestions and pressure to stand for ourselves with pride and conviction. To stand […] The post How Do We Genuinely Appreciate Those Who Guide Us? (Christian Conduct Series) appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
As Christians who are to walk by faith and not by sight, the statements Jesus made about having faith as a mustard seed are sure appealing. In Luke, Jesus says faith like a mustard seed can uproot a tree and toss it into the sea. In Matthew, he said mustard-seed faith can move a mountain […] The post What Does It Mean to Have Faith as a Mustard Seed? appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
Depression can be overwhelming. Even though many people suffer from it, and even though there are treatments and medications that can help it, depression can still be an insurmountable life obstacle for every individual who faces it. There is no easy answer and no miracle cure, so those of us who experience it are left […] The post How Can I Cope With Depression? appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
Many Christians have had the disheartening experience of feeling like they have lost their connection with God. There you were, going along through life’s experiences, and something happens. Whether it is one big change or many little things over time, you wake up one day and realize God seems far away. Now what? Is it […] The post How Do I Reconnect With God? appeared first on Christian Questions Bible Podcast.
