Day by Day from Lifeword

On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains how God's judgment goes beyond outward actions to examine the motives and secrets of our hearts, offering both a warning to pretenders and comfort to the faithful through the covering of Christ. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif highlights that simply hearing sermons or knowing Scripture isn't enough—genuine faith is shown through spirit-led obedience and transformation, not just knowledge or church attendance. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explores how our conscience reveals guilt and points us toward our need for Christ, emphasizing that feeling convicted isn't enough—we need the righteousness found only in Jesus. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explores how humanity's core problem is not ignorance of God's will, but our knowing rejection of it, emphasizing that God's moral standard is written on every heart and that His judgment is always just and proportionate. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif explores how the book of Numbers highlights both human failure and God's unending faithfulness as the Israelites journey toward the Promised Land, reminding us that while unbelief has consequences, God's mercy never fails. Stick with reading through the Bible. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif mphasizes that spiritual privilege increases accountability before God, but also extends a greater invitation to respond to His grace through Christ, urging listeners to seek humility, repentance, and faith regardless of their background. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that conviction is not condemnation but an invitation from God, urging listeners to respond to truth and grace with repentance, faith in Christ, and prayer for others. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans Dr. Clif urges listeners to recognize the urgency of repentance, warning that delaying is dangerous, as God's patience is mercy with a deadline—not indifference—and that we must seek grace today rather than accumulate judgment. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans Dr. Clif explains that, according to Romans 2, every person is on one of two roads—obedience to God leading to eternal life, or obedience to self leading to destruction—so it's crucial to examine which path your life is truly on. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif explains that while Leviticus may seem unfamiliar, it is central to understanding how God's holiness shapes every aspect of life, showing how sinful people can live with a holy God through sacrifice, priesthood, and pointing forward to Christ. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that God shows no favoritism, judging everyone by the same standard, which humbles the proud, comforts the overlooked, and points to Christ as the only true hope for all. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that having spiritual privileges increases our responsibility to live out our faith, warning that simply being close to spiritual truth without genuine repentance and action can actually become a spiritual liability. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that while good works don't earn salvation, they serve as vital evidence of genuine faith, reflecting the transformation brought by the Holy Spirit. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ? Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that God's judgment is perfectly fair, unwaveringly righteous, and not influenced by favoritism or excuses, making our only hope the righteousness found in Christ. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, Reading Through the Bible, Dr. Clif introduces the Book of Exodus, highlighting how God delivers His people from slavery, demonstrates His faithfulness and power, gives them the law after redeeming them, and ultimately dwells among them, emphasizing that salvation comes before obedience.

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explores how the discomfort we feel about our spiritual condition is actually God's mercy inviting us to repentance and faith in Christ, who offers grace instead of condemnation. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that our minds are always moving towards either spiritual renewal or rebellion, and true transformation comes through surrendering to God's work in us, not by our own effort. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif Johnson explains that Paul's urgency to preach the gospel comes from recognizing humanity's desperate spiritual need, and that only the gospel—offering rescue, transformation, and true hope in Christ—can address it. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif urges believers to resist celebrating or approving what God condemns, emphasizing the importance of speaking truth and loving people well—even when it's difficult or unpopular. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day Reading Through the Bible. Dr. Clif gives an overview of the book of Genesis, highlighting its role as the foundation of the Bible, its major themes and characters, and emphasizing how God's purpose and promises unfold from creation through the lives of imperfect people. Read the Bible, Stick With It "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.ord

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that, according to Paul's teachings in Romans chapter one, humanity is not just touched by sin but entirely saturated with it, and only through fully confronting this condition can true healing and renewal through Christ begin. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that God's judgment sometimes means letting people follow their own desires, but through Christ, God also offers grace that restores and redeems the human mind. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif mphasizes that for true renewal and stability in faith, God must be allowed to continually reign over our minds rather than being given only occasional acknowledgment. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that when humanity rejects God's rule over the mind, it experiences not just cultural decay but divine judgment—yet hope remains through the renewing power of the Gospel and prayer. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, what to look for when looking for a church. Today Dr. Clif and his guest center on identifying and cultivating churches that are word centered, gospel centered, Christ centered, and missions focused, emphasizing that these foundational traits are essential for meaningful, lasting ministry and growth. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif centers on the question of who holds ultimate authority in our lives—Christ or our own desires—and encourages surrendering to Christ's authority as the source of true freedom, transformation, and identity. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that the Christian life is a spiritual battle against sinful desires, but victory is possible—not through human effort, but through the power of Christ and the transformation He brings. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explores how modern culture often lets feelings and desires define identity, but emphasizes that true identity and fulfillment are found in Christ, whose gospel transforms and redeems our desires. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif challenges the idea that desire and orientation define identity, arguing instead that true identity is found in Christ, who redeems and reorders our desires. "Interested in becoming  a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day on Mondays in January, Dr. Clif and his guest discuss the importance of finding a church that is word-centered, gospel-centered, and Christ-centered, emphasizing clear beliefs rooted in historical confessions and creeds. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that Scripture's teaching on nature is rooted in God's creational design, not cultural tradition, reminding listeners to anchor their understanding in both the word and the visible order established by God. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that Romans Chapter one condemns all homosexual acts based on God's creational design, not just certain types or cultural norms, and encourages listeners to pray for understanding, compassion, and renewal rather than simply trying to win arguments. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that Romans 1 condemns all forms of homosexuality—not just abusive relationships—and urges Christians to approach this truth with both conviction and compassion for those who are hurting. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif challenges listeners to see the gospel not as a plan for behavior modification, but as the life-changing power of Christ that brings true transformation and hope to every sinner. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On episode one of Day by Day - Back to Church. Dr. Clif and his guest talk about what men should look for when they are looking for a church. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that the moral chaos seen in society is not just a warning but evidence of God's judgment already at work, yet calls Christians to respond with courage, hope, and faithful proclamation of the gospel as the ultimate answer. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that struggling with temptation is not a sign of weakness, but evidence of the Spirit's work within believers, reminding us that victory over temptation is found through Christ and the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that while culture may view sexual autonomy and alternative lifestyles as progress, Romans 1 describes them as rebellion, emphasizing that the true goal is not changing behavior but experiencing transformation in Christ, and urges Christians to respond with both conviction and compassion. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explores how self-centered idolatry subtly takes hold in our lives, urging us to let God reveal and replace the counterfeit "gods" we often create from our own desires. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On episode one of Day by Day - Back to Church. Dr. Clif and his guest talk about what men should look for when they are looking for a church. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif discusses how our view and treatment of our bodies reflect our beliefs about God, urging listeners to honor their bodies according to biblical principles rather than cultural standards. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr Clif explains that the current trend of deconstructing faith is more about prioritizing personal desires and cultural acceptance over biblical truth, rather than genuinely seeking doctrinal clarity or truth. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif discusses how suppressing God's truth leads to idolatry and distorted desires, urging listeners to seek self-awareness, repentance, and prayer for both themselves and others. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that sometimes God's judgment is letting us chase our own destructive desires, but the gospel offers hope because Christ actively pursues sinners with grace. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day, Living in the Glass House, Dr. Clif and Drew Brewer discuss practical and heartfelt ways to pray for pastors and their families, emphasizing the importance of supporting their passion, perseverance, and overall well-being in ministry. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explaining that Romans 1 is not just an indictment but an invitation, highlighting how God reveals Himself through creation and conscience, yet ultimately saves through Jesus Christ, the true light who transforms lives. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that true wisdom comes from acknowledging God as the source of truth, urging listeners to seek humility, pray for others, and recognize that hope is found only in Him. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr Clif emphasizes that although humanity often knows God but fails to honor Him, leading to darkness and lost purpose, only the light of Christ can bring true joy and lasting transformation."Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that God's existence is evident in creation and conscience, leaving humanity without excuse, and encourages listeners to pray for open eyes to God's truth and for others around the world. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day Living in the Glass House, Dr. Clif and Drew Brewer discuss the importance of praying for your pastor's peace, emphasizing how unity within the church deeply impacts a pastor and encouraging listeners to foster harmony and support through both prayer and their actions. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org

On this episode of Day by Day our Journey Through Romans, Dr. Clif encourages us to recognize and be in awe of God's glory revealed through creation, reminding us that the evidence of his presence is all around us if we choose to listen. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to followlifeword.org