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Every baby wants his own way and cries when he does not get it. We are all born with a nature that wants to be gratified and we continue following our selfish desires into adulthood. But when the Lord brings us to salvation, He begins a life long process of growing us toward spiritual maturity. How does God transform rebellious sinners into His obedient children who live in yielded submission to Jesus Christ? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

A balloon will continually expand when you fill it with more and more air. The Christian who is filled with the Holy Spirit will be able to experience a life of God's continually expanding love. In the measure that God fills our hearts, He will be revealed in our every outward motion because He is in all of our inward thinking. Stay with us as Dr. Barnhouse examines six biblical exhortations that will direct us toward a spirit-filled Christian life. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

If you just threw ingredients into a pot on the stove, you are more likely to make a mess instead of a meal. But if you follow the recipe, you can make a good dinner. Many believers have weak, powerless, and unsatisfying prayer lives because they do not pray according to the principles of God's word. But if you know these biblical principles and carefully follow them, you can have a fruitful and effective prayer life. Do you make a mess of your prayer life or do you enjoy peace, power and blessing through prayer? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Scripture is filled with wonderful truths and promises from God that we embrace and cherish. But there is one we tend to overlook that may not seem to be wonderful to us. The Bible plainly states that all of us who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution. The Christian walk is often a difficult and confusing pilgrimage through a lost and fallen world and we will face adversity along the way. How can we learn to face adversity with biblical wisdom in a way that will please the Lord and bring honor to His name? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The English writer,William Hazlett wrote, "Hope is the best possession; none are completely wretched but those who are without hope. As we look across our world today, we can see overwhelming despair, hopelessness, and misery in the lives of those who do not know Jesus Christ. But God has reconciled us to Himself through the death and resurrection of His Son and given us the priceless possession of confident, certain hope. Do you rejoice in the hope that is yours in Jesus Christ? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

If you are meddling in someone else's affairs, they might tell you to mind our own business. But sadly, Christians often pay far too much time and attention to our own business rather than our Father's business. Once, when Jesus was a boy, Joseph and Mary searched for Him throughout Jerusalem for three days. When they finally found Him in the Temple discussing the things of God with religious teachers, He said, "Did you not know that I must be about my Father's business"? Do you share a similar passion to be about your Father's business? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

In the 1960's, many young americans rebelled against a society and culture that had largely been shaped by Christian values. This led to a decade of non-conformist counter culture. But the Bible teaches that we are to refuse to conform to the world, Are you being transformed daily by the renewing of your mind? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Believers often sing this well known hymn, Blessed be the tie that binds our hearts in Christian love; the fellowship of kindred minds is like to that above." Indeed, the fellowship that exists between true believers must reflect the love and communion that exists between God the Father and the Son, Jesus Christ. Does genuine love for your brothers and sisters in Christ flow from your heart and shine forth in your life? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

In football, an elusive running back can make the other team's defense look foolish as he constantly slips from their grasp.The defense must pursue the runner, lay a hold of him, and tenaciously hold fast until they tackle him. In the Christian life, genuine goodness can be very elusive and difficult to maintain. We must learn to continually reject sin and evil and cling tenaciously to what is good in order to grow in our relationship with the Lord. Do you put love and goodness in action as a committed disciple of Jesus Christ? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The Bible declares that God is love and stresses the preeminence of love in the Christian life. Love is a fruit of the Holy Spirit and an indispensable virtue in the life of every believer. But do you realize that hatred is just as much an attribute of God and just as much a Christian virtue as love is. God's perfect character demands a holy hatred of every manifestation of sin and evil. And if we are to reflect the character of our Lord Jesus Christ, we must hate that which is evil and which stands opposed to His holiness and righteousness. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

If a man receives a new set of woodworking tools as a gift, but does not know how to use them properly he will make lopsided birdhouses and other poorly constructed projects.But an expert carpenter will know how to use his new tools to make many beautiful and useful items.God has given every believer at least one spiritual gift. But merely knowing what your gifts are and exercising them is not enough. We must always remember that the only right way to serve the Lord and others is to do so in genuine Christian love. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Some congregations that might be more charismatic might look down upon other churches and denominations for what they perceive as a lack of interest in spiritual gifts. They may not realize that a church is faithfully exercising its spiritual gifts through acts of mercy and compassion, and wise and effective management and administration of its affairs. Mercy, compassion, and church administration are not often mentioned in discussions of spiritual gifts, but they are vital to the growth and well being of the church of Jesus Christ. Dr. Barnhouse shares about these gifts on Dr. Barnhouse the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

According to the Bible, the first and greatest commandment is to love the Lord Your God with all of your heart, mind, soul, and strength. True worship, pleasing and acceptable to God, flows from a sincere heart that loves God and is overflowing with gratitude for His redeeming love and grace. Do you go through the motions, or is your worship energized by love and thankfulness to God? Dr. Barnhouse teaches about intelligent worship on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

What do you think of when someone mentions spiritual gifts? Many Christians immediately think of extraordinary phenomena such as speaking in tongues, healings, and miracles. Spiritual gifts include generous, joyful giving as well as the ability to speak the right words in the right situations. Exhortation and generous giving are often overlooked in the discussion of spiritual gifts. but they play a vital role in the building up of the body of Christ. Dr. Barnhouse explains more on Dr. Barnhouse the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Alexander the Great was so named because of his extraordinary military and political leadership as he conquered and dominated much of the known world. Even today we tend to associate greatness with power, wealth, influence, and worldly success. But Jesus points us to a much different path to greatness in the spiritual life and in church leadership. Effective church leaders must lay aside personal ambition, self-serving agendas, and the desire to rule over others and serve others in love, humility, and complete reliance upon the grace of God. Find out more on Dr. Barnhouse the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Members of a football team have different responsibilities according to the positions they play. The quarterback calls plays, passes the ball, and hands it off as the offensive line blocks the defenders. The tailback runs the ball while the receivers run patterns and catch passes. Likewise, Dr. Barnhouse explains, the members of Christ's church have different roles and spiritual responsibilities which must be fulfilled if the church is to succeed in its global mission. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Children love to wake up on Christmas morning to see a diverse assortment of gifts under the tree ready to open and enjoy. It has pleased our heavenly Father to give us, His children, diversity of spiritual gifts in order to build up and strengthen the body of Christ. What are these spiritual gifts and how can we learn to identify and exercise them for our mutual benefit and edification. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Your stomach cannot pump blood throughout your body if your heart stops working. And if your eyes go blind, you cannot se with your toes. You cannot function properly unless every part of your body fulfills its unique and essential purpose. Believers are members of the Body of Christ and when we exercise our particular spiritual gifts, serve one another, and work together with unity of purpose, the church can function as a strong, healthy spiritual body. Are you helping the Body of Christ function properly by fulfilling your unique and vital role in His church? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When the angel appeared to Joseph and announced the birth of the Savior, he said, "you shall call his name Jesus for He shall save His people from their sin.:" But sadly, many people seem to want Jesus to save them in their sin rather than from them. Are you pursuing a life that is dominated by the Spirit of God? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Believers often gather and sing the hymn, They will know we are Christians by our love". But sadly, Christians are sometimes known for our fighting, quarreling and bitterness. Disunity and division in the church severely damages our witness for Jesus Christ before a watching world. How can we advance the Kingdom of God through authentic Christian love and Fellowship in the gospel? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Imagine a new believer looking for a church in the yellow pages. He will see names like Presbyterian, Baptist, Roman Catholic, Methodist, Pentecostal, Lutheran. Episcopal, and perhaps a few others. He ,might wonder, which is the right church? Much confusion has arisen because people fail to distinguish between the organized, institutional churches and the Church founded by the Lord Jesus Christ made up of His genuine followers. Do you know the difference between the churches and the Church? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When you mention the word "church", many people think of a building with a cross and a steeple. Others might think of a particular denomination or religious organization. But the church is a building not made of bricks and cement, but of living stones. It is not an organization but an organism. A spiritual body comprised of born again believers around the world. Are you a genuine member of the church of Jesus Christ? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The Bible says that a man looks at the outward appearance, but God looks at the heart. Jesus told of a Pharisee who appeared righteous and godly, yet was filled with pride and self righteousness. But God had mercy on a tax collector whose heart was humbled, broken and contrite over his many sins. The path of humility and reverence before God is the path of rich blessing, and spiritual growth. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When a nation loses a war, their defeat is shown by their surrender to the enemy forces and submission to their terms. But in the spiritual realm, surrender and submission is the path to victory. God offers peace with Himself to rebelious sinners through the death of His Son and we can experience spiritual triumph when we trust in Jesus Christ and yield to HIs lordship. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The Bible exhorts us to present our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God. But as one Christian writer observes, "The problem with a living sacrifice is thati it keeps crawling off the altar." How can we learn to lay aside our sinful, self-centered desires and yield ourselves fully to the Lord? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Every baby wants his own way and cries when he does not get it. We are all bom with a nature that wants to be gratified and we continue following our selfish desires into adulthood. But when the Lord brings us to salvation, He begins a life long process of growing us toward spiritual maturity. How does God transform rebellious sinners into His obedient children who live in yielded submission to Jesus Christ? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

In the 1960's, many young americans rebelled against a society and culture that had largely been shaped by Christian values. This led to a decade of non-conformist counter culture. But the Bible teaches that we are to refuse to conform to the world, Are you being transformed daily by the renewing of your mind? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

According to the Bible, the first and greatest commandment is to love the Lord Your God with all of your heart, mind, soul, and strength. True worship, pleasing and acceptable to God, flows from a sincere heart that loves God and is overflowing with gratitude for His redeeming love and grace. Do you go through the motions, or is your worship energized by love and thankfulness to God? Dr. Barnhouse teaches about intelligent worship on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When the angel appeared to Joseph and announced the birth of the Savior, he said, "You shall call his name Jesus for He shall save His people from their sins." But sadly, many people seem to want Jesus to save them in their sin rather than from them. Are you pursuing a life that is dominated by the Spirit of God? Tune in to Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible for more. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The Bible exhorts us to present our bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God. But as one Christian writer observes, "The problem with a living sacrifice is that it keeps crawling off the altar." How can we learn to lay aside our sinful, self-centered desires and yield ourselves fully to the Lord? Tune in to Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible to find out. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Many people assume that the teachings of Jesus Chrits form the basis of Christianity. But this is a serious error. Christianity is not merely a set of teachings and principles- it is a person. The essence of Christianity is Jesus Christ himself and his redemptive work on behalf of needy sinners. Is Christ at the center of your Christianity? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Many people assume that the teachings of Jesus Christ form the basis of Christianity. But this is a serious error. Christianity is not merely a set of teachings and principles -- it is a person. The essence of Christianity is Jesus Christ himself and his redemptive work on behalf of needy sinners. Dr. Barnhouse asks, "Is Christ at the center of your Christianity?" To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When you study the Bible and come across the word, "therefore", it is always a good idea to ask, "What is it there for?" When the Apostle Paul uses the word "therefore" at the beginning of chapter 12, we must realize he is building on what he's taught in previous chapters. Listen to Dr. Barnhouse to find out how Paul's prior instruction lays a solid foundation for Christian ethics and godly living on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The Gospel of John declares that Jesus came unto His own, but His own did not receive Him. The religious leaders and the people of Israel overwhelmingly rejected their Messiah and today the majority of Jews continue to reject Him. Will Israel continue in unbelief or will there come a day when they acknowledge Jesus Christ as their Messiah and King and be restored? Find out on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

In the days following Peter's sermon on Pentecost, the church was almost exclusively made up of Jews who believed in Jesus as their Messiah. But ever since Peter preached the gospel to Cornelius and his family, Gentile believers have made up the overwhelming majority of God's redeemed people. Does national Israel still have a role to play in God's plan for the future? Listen to Dr. Barnhouse to find out on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

You may wish you could be related to some famous person, but you cannot simply graft yourself into that person's family tree. And yet, God has grafted Gentile believers into the spiritual family tree of Abraham. If you believe in Jesus Christ, you too are a part of the olive tree made up of Jews and Gentiles throughout history who have trusted in the Lord for salvation. Dr. Barnhouse shares this encouraging message on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When you study the Bible and come across the word, "therefore", it is always a good idea to ask, "What is sit there for?" When the Apostle Paul uses the word "therefore" at the beginning of chapter 12, we must realize he is building on what he's taught is previous chapters. How does Paul's prior instruction lay a solid foundation for Christian ethics and godly living? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Middle East peace summits have discussed the possibility of Israel surrendering territory to the Palestinians or the surrounding Arab nations in exchange for peace. But the Bible suggests something quite different. God has declared that he will expand Israel far beyond its current borders into much of today's Arab world. What does God's word teach about Israel's restoration? Tune in to Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible to find out. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

A star baseball player will not be cut from the team if he is injured. The manager can keep him on the bench as a pinch hitter and get a player from the Minor Leagues to fill his position. If they win the World Series, both players will be champions. God has not cast off Israel, but has set them aside for a time so that the Gentiles might receive the riches of salvation in Jesus Christ. Dr. Barnhouse preaches about Gentile blessings on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

If clay begins to dry, it can become so hard that a potter cannot use it anymore. But if it has not completely hardened, the potter can add moisture and work with the clay until it becomes soft and usable. The human heart is naturally hard and hostile against God, but He alone is the master potter who can work in us to soften our hearts and use us for His glory. Find out more on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

There is no such thing as a married bachelor. Marriage and singlehood are mutually exclusive and the man is either married or unmarried. According to the Bible, salvation by grace and salvation by works are mutually exclusive systems. You cannot have salvation by grace + works. It must be one or the other. Dr. Barnhouse asks, "Does your hope of salvation rest in God's grace alone?" on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

As he fled for his life from Jezebel, the prophet Elijah came to the place of utter despair. It seemed to him that the entire nation had turned away from God and that he alone had remained faithful, but God replied that he had reserved for Himself 7,000 men who had not bowed the knee to Baal. The Lord knows His own and He is able to preserve them by His power and grace. Dr. Donald Barnhouse encourages us with these truths on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The Gospel of John declares that Jesus came unto His own, but His own did not receive Him. The religious leaders and the people of israel overwhelmingly rejected their Messiah and today the majority of jews continue to reject Him. Will Israel continue in unbelief or will there come a day when they acknowledge Jesus Christ as their Messiah and King and be restored? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Years ago, the King of Prussia challenged his chaplain to prove that the Bible is the inspired Word of God. The chaplain replied with one word: "Israel." How do we see the hand of God in his dealings with Israel, and what promises to the nation are yet to be fulfilled? Dr. Barnhouse sheds light on this topic on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Centuries ago, the arms of Jesus Christ were stretched out upon a wooden cross as wicked men put him to death by crucifixion. Today the arms of our risen Lord stretch forth to offer grace and forgiveness to a race of wicked rebellious sinners. He is ready to receive all who flee into his outstretched arms and turn to him in repentance and faith. Dr. Barnhouse shares this wonderful news of God's love on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

Charlotte Elliott was a respected member of English higher society, but one day a minister told her, "Without Jesus Christ, you are just as lost as the worst prostitute in all of London." She later became a believer and wrote the famous hymn, "Just as I Am." No matter who you are or what you have done in your life, you can come to Jesus Christ just as you are and receive forgiveness of sins and eternal life. Tune in to hear more from Dr. Barnhouse on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

When did Christianity begin? Most people would probably say that Christianity began with the birth of Jesus Christ. But in Chapter 10 of Romans, the apostle Paul sets forth an astonishing truth: that the gospel had been known for hundreds of years before Christ. Today, hundreds of years after Christ, the good news of salvation continues to sound forth throughout the world. Tune in to this good news from Dr. Barnhouse on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The human ear has three tiny bells called the hammer, the anvil, and the stirrup. Each of them must function together in order for you to hear. Three essential spiritual elements must work in conjunction in order for you to be saved: faith, the Word of God, and the Holy Spirit. How do these work together to convert a lost sinner into a child of God? Dr. Barnhouse answers this question using Romans 10:16 on Dr. Barnhouse and the Bible. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

In the days following Peter's sermon on Pentecost, the church was almost exclusively made of Jews who believed in Jesus as their Messiah. But ever since Peter preached the gospel to Cornelius and his family, gentile believers have made up the overwhelming majority of God's redeemed people. Does national Israel still have a role to play in God's plan for the future? To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

The gospel of Matthew records that Jesus was moved with compassion for the multitudes because they were weary and scattered like sheep with no shepherd. Believers should be filled with joy when others come to Christ, but we must also be filled with compassion for those that do not know him. Do you try to lead unbelievers to Jesus, the Good Shepherd? Listen as Dr. Barnhouse teaches from Romans 10:16. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111

As they spread the gospel far and wide, the apostles often walked for long distances on rough, dusty roads. Their feet would have been smelly, caked with dirt and covered with callouses. We would hardly consider this to be an appealing sight. But to the Lord, there is nothing so beautiful as the feet of those who bring the good news of Jesus Christ to those who need him. Tune in as Dr. Barnhouse brings a message from Romans 10:14, "How Beautiful the Feet." To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29?v=20251111