In a world where humanism is at the core, we need a good dose of God's greatness, goodness, and glory. This podcast is blatantly God-centered because we need to be stunned by and with Him.
Currently, we're in a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're considering Ps. 62:1. When we're at Wits' End, nothing and no one will do but God alone. At those times, we have to wait for Him with hope and expectation, knowing that He is all-sufficient, more than able to save us out of or strengthen us amidst our trials and troubles. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show
Currently, we're in a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're considering Genesis 15:13, where God states to Abram that his offspring will be "afflicted for four hundred years." While it may be hard to fathom, this was part of God's will. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show
Currently, we're in a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're considering Deuteronomy 8:3, where God teaches us to solely live on His word, trusting that He will be faithful to His promises, no matter what we may face or be going through. He often teaches us that truth by allowing circumstances that are entirely beyond our ability. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show
We're starting a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're walking through the introduction, giving you the background as to why I wrote this book during a very difficult season in my life. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show
If God consisted of 100% kindness and 100% severity, what would be the percentage of either one in preaching today? Do we have a balanced (right) view of God, or are we heavily leaning toward only one of them? Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
The most freeing reality when we realize that the whole weight of our salvation rests on God Himself. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
When Peter wrote that we are believers in God through Jesus Christ, does that not also apply to every believer throughout history? Whenever we see authentic faith in God, we can be sure that such faith has always been through Jesus. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
When we were "dead in the trespasses and sins," God gave us spiritual life in our deadness--unresponsiveness. That is the essence of salvation by grace alone. Any other view undermines the glory of His grace.Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
God has strong emotions. He loves what is good and hates what is evil. As such, God abhors pride. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
Everything God does in salvation is solely for His own sake. This includes the blotting out of our transgressions. Since He was pleased to do so, we never have to question its legitimacy. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
When we're overwhelmed, not knowing what to do or even say, God is able to lead us to a place of strength and security, which is only found in Him. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
David's enemies sought his life. Nevertheless, he knew that all his times--all his events and experiences--were in God's control.Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
John wrote: "And from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace" (John 1:16). Salvation is the eternal experience of Gods' grace. It is always grace upon grace. We can never have any other boast than in the fullness of Jesus' grace, which eliminates all man-centered boasting. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
We should never divorce God's grace from His truth. Jesus is "full of grace and truth" (John 1:14), and we must never choose one over the other or be completely off balance. When we do so, we will end up with some form of significant error. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
The reality of God's grace is wholly expressed through Jesus' sacrifice and entirely flows from it. He is the first, foremost, and final expression of God's grace. It is "from him and through him and to him . . . to him be glory forever. Amen."Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
What does it mean to believe "through grace"? What's the significance of believing "through grace"? Ultimately, to believe that salvation is by "grace alone" also means that our faith is wholly grounded in God's grace.Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
To believe that salvation is by "grace alone" is to also believe that one has been "chosen by grace," a grace that didn't take any foreseen attitude or action into account, including any foreseen faith. Otherwise, grace isn't grace. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
The nature of God's grace is a never a favorable response or a corresponding return to anything commendable or pleasing in our lives, including anything that God foresaw as commendable or pleasing. Otherwise, we nullify the nature of His grace.Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
No matter who you are, your greatest need is God's grace. Our relating to God and receiving from Him is always based on His grace. At no point in time or eternity will we be able to boast in anything else than His grace. As Christians, we must hold on to grace alone, from the beginning till the end.Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
Our greatest need is God, especially in the struggles of life. When the bottom drops out, "underneath are the everlasting arms" (Deut. 33:27). The "Exploring God" podcast was born at such a time. May the Lord encourage you with the same encouragement that I received--God Himself. Support the show (https://www.amazon.com/author/janblonk)
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