An Introduction to Proverbs
An Introduction to Proverbs Part 1 of the series, Proverbs: Merging God’s Wisdom with Real Life The whole book, through all of its subjects, teaches one critical, important thing—and that is wisdom. What’s the most valuable possession? Being really, truly wise. … It’s a practical skill that can truly be learned in every way. BILLY ARNOLD Download the discussion guide
Until Joy is Complete (The Postcard Epistle, Part 4)
Our obedience to walk in the truth and love together will lead to the experience of the fullness of joy. And it’s that experience of the fullness of joy that then leads to an experience of the fellowship of the family. … John’s call to abide in the teachings of Christ remain the same for all of us: Will we be on guard against the deceivers in the world, and will we remain true to the Father and to the…
And Remain in Truth (The Postcard Epistle, Part 3)
Followers of Jesus must not condemn themselves by what we approve that is “anti” to the gospel. John’s instructions here in this passage seem harsh, but it actually comes from a deep desire for the people he loves to live and glorify Christ. If we are to walk in love, we cannot be indifferent to truth. KEVIN Download the discussion guide Reading plan through John’s writings
May You Walk in Love (The Postcard Epistle, Part 2)
Obedience is walking in truth and love. If you are truly a follower of Jesus, then your life should be marked by an obedience to the command [to] have a conscious and deep love for others based on the truth of the gospel. This is nothing that can be done in and of our own strength; but only once we have experienced the truth of who Jesus is are we then able to daily remind ourselves to love others, and…
To the Woman (The Postcard Epistle, Part 1)
The Elder is concerned first and foremost for the truth of the gospel—and then he is concerned for his people. … Would they be the elect, who embrace and enjoy the truth and love? And ultimately, will we? KEVIN Download the discussion guide Reading plan through John’s writings
Reading Plan Through John’s Writings
Walking Through 1 John This 5-day video devotional series on 1 John is designed as a precursor and accompaniment to The Postcard Epistle, a series on 2 John. In this devotional series, walk day by day through John’s first letter to gain a richer understanding of John’s second letter. Day 1 — 1 John 1 Watch the video | Read the passage Day 2 — 1 John 2 Watch the video | Read the passage Day 3 — 1 John…
Women of Valor (Eshet Chayil)
See yourself as God sees you. … Ladies—women who fear the Lord—you are women of valor. You are brave. You are strong. You are a force. And what you do every day matters. HEATHER ALTHOFF Download the discussion guide
A Test
A Test Part 5 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 6—The Resurrected Jesus and His Kingdom Take the Book of Jesus test
Staring at the Sky
Staring at the Sky Part 4 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 6—The Resurrected Jesus and His Kingdom Download the discussion guide
Restored to Reveal
Restored to Reveal Part 3 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 6—The Resurrected Jesus and His Kingdom Download the discussion guide
The Handoff
The Handoff Part 2 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 6—The Resurrected Jesus and His Kingdom Download the discussion guide
The Resurrected King
The Resurrected King Part 1 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 6—The Resurrected Jesus and His Kingdom Download the discussion guide
Jesus Comes as the King
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Jesus is the Resurrection
Jesus is the Resurrection Part 9 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus Download the discussion guide
The Good Shepherd
The Good Shepherd Part 8 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus Download the discussion guide
No Fear
No Fear Part 7 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus We’re called to be holy followers of God in a jungle—but you’re not alone. You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. You no longer have to live in fear of anything, anymore, as a disciple of Jesus Christ. BILLY ARNOLD Download the discussion guide
A Theological Continental Divide
A Theological Continental Divide Part 6 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus Christ calls us not to be ‘in the audience’; he calls us to a deeply devoted life of a disciple. It’s crossing a continental divide, theologically. BILLY ARNOLD Download the discussion guide
Partaking in the Nature of God – Jesus Feeds 5000
Partaking in the Nature of God—Jesus Feed 5000 Part 5 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus What happened on that day, on that hillside, was that people were called in to be partakers of the nature of God—to produce a sacrifice, an offering, that was then multiplied to become more than enough. The very simple act of offering ‘my little sack lunch’ became a moment in time where we have…
Healer and Ruler
Healer and Ruler Part 4 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus Why would we sacrifice everything to a holy God? Because he is holy. He wants to totally rule over the brokenness of you and me. And that theology does not come naturally. What comes naturally is, ‘Fix it for me, God—and let me live my own life.’ [What does] not [come] naturally is when we let him rule over…
True Worship
True Worship Part 3 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus For a moment [the Samaritan woman] was grabbing a glimpse of what it meant to be totally restored back into that worshipping relationship that she had, deep down inside, known that she’d constantly missed—and it was centered and focused on Jesus, and Jesus alone. True worshippers are not a church service. They are literally the greatest evangelists in the world.…
Jesus Announces a New Birth
Jesus Announces a New Birth Part 2 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus The Kingdom of God can only be entered into in a spiritual way by doing this: [look] up, and trust and believe in the Son of God. The Holy Spirit is the only one who gives birth and brings the eternal holy Spirit of God to a life—and that’s why [Jesus says], “You must be born again.”…
Their Water Transformed, His Glory Revealed
Their Water Transformed, His Glory Revealed Part 1 of The Book of Jesus, Chapter 4 — Not Just a Carpenter: The Ministry of Jesus Jesus is the one. He performs works to reveal his glory so that we may believe in him. This is the one who performs miracles. This is the one. ALVIN LIN Download the discussion guide
Jesus Calls Fishers of Men
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A Most Special Relationship Under Scrutiny
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It Begins: The Baptism of Jesus
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