International Gospel Hour

God knows the best direction for our lives and through His beloved grace that teaches us, we can know the right direction and make the right decisions.

It is said, “attitude determines altitude” and one sees that within the faithful, obedient life of Caleb who possessed a “different spirit,” a life worthy of following.

Yes, there is power in knowledge, but let us embrace the power of knowledge supplied from God and His word—knowledge that is subject to Christ!

How beautiful to see the “golden thread” woven throughout the Old Testament with so many reference pointing to the Christ. It is a journey worthwhile!

Think of a house/home in which one grows—the Head is there; the honor is bestowed and we must hear and listen as one grows. From the book of Hebrews we see an awesome spiritual parallel and application.

This is a “two for one broadcast” as Jeff presents well written articles in a special “Are You Reading” broadcast. We consider “Will only the church of Christ be saved” and “True Religion.”

From this parable of Jesus, little children in song learn the difference in hearing and doing right. People of every age can learn valuable lessons from this wonderful teaching of Jesus.

Much is said about salvation and the word is a beautiful word, but many teachings do not agree within the pages of Scripture. Let us make certain salvation is according to the message and not mankind.

Paul acknowledged the Christ as “…He who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings and Lord of lords.” Oh, to be a servant of THE King now is a blessing.

The sacrifices of old on mankind’s behalf could never compare with the sacrifice of Christ—we can know THE sacrifice and THE High Priest who offered it for our redemption.

A standard is defined as a guide or pattern; a rule or pattern for judgment. Jesus and HIS Word is the best guide and pattern for us all.

Jeff presents a lesson from the past that was first brought forth by Winford Claiborne, our speaker of IGH from 1995-2014. Looking through the scriptures, God’s message has always been and will always be for man’s good, but there are those that hate the message and sadly the messenger. May this broadcast remind us of the power of God’s message and renew the messengers.

God is never the author of confusion—His teachings to man are simple and can be easily accepted and applied. Christianity is simple yet powerful living.

From a “Question and Answer” segment, questions about “Suicide” and “Self-Righteousness” arose needing Godly and Biblical Answers. Let’s consider this today.

You know, we can easily call John 3 a “must read” chapter of the Bible. The musts therein are absolutes for us. We “must” take a listen, friends.

“O Lord, our Lord, How excellent is Your Name in all the earth…” To embrace HIS excellence will help us excel!

There are those who believe there was one called Jesus, but many fall short believing in Him. If we know why people do not believe, we will know what one must overcome for true Biblical faith in Christ.

Every family wants a good home life, but it takes effort from every member of the family. Since God is the creator of the home, let every member pursue God’s way—that’s a good home life.

God’s salvation through Christ is not common as in dirty, but salvation that all may obey, walk and have much in common with “the faith which was once for all delivered…” Amen!

Any Bible student is thrilled to read Joseph’s life and to see how God used Joseph in the low moments raising him to greater heights to provide others on His behalf…and how God can use others.

How thankful one can reach for the Bible and see the beautiful teaching of the grace of God; the faith of man and faith expressed by man’s actions in serving God.

The past fifteen years have witnessed tremendous growth in escape rooms and their popularity. One seeks clues, follows and sees the way of escape. God has provided for us a better way of escape, friends. Will we follow the “clues?”

An Old Testament account in the days of King Josiah brings to mind the changes that were made and all that was missing when God’s Word was not used and obeyed.

How many lives have changed; businesses suffered; churches divided and many things altered and destroyed because of only one moment of anger.

The physical dietary value of bread is well understood, but did you know there is a Better Bread that we should partake? THE Bread OF Life.

A valuable lesson of old reminds us today that there are times where we need to cease going “around and around” and change direction in life. Through God, it is the best direction.

Giving diligence, studying, searching—all before one to know and embrace the teaching from God’s Word—THAT’S why it is important—eternally important.

James wrote, “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you…” (James 4:8). God is always near, friends, but are we drawing nigh unto Him. Closer to God, the further from the world.

One prefers gladness over sadness. How thankful that times of sadness can be followed by times of gladness. What does the Bible say about gladness and where is it found?

Historians acknowledge the uniqueness of Christ; simple believers acknowledge His greatness…but true followers acknowledge Him as deity and as the Captain of their salvation. Let us look at the Christ as the Creator and the Captain of all.

There are many who cease serving God, who will turn back to the world. If we know the problems, we can address them with solutions—scriptural solutions.

Imagine if every home was guided by the word of God—a place where the scriptures are respected and applied. Would not our homes be as God would have them?

The Hebrews writer stated “…so great a salvation…” and indeed, salvation is great and its study is worthwhile.

The Bible actually warns of certain “faiths” one does not need, thus not only to be warned but to once again be reminded of “one faith” (Eph. 4:5) which is “THE faith” (Jude 3).

Any study with the word “human” within it warrants further thought and critical evaluation for we are made in God’s image. When God rules in the lives of humankind, only then can we become better humans.

From His creation until now, God’s great power is evident. This broadcast looks at His provision unto us through the power of HIS might—the Armor of God.

An account taught by Jesus with so much application for today that humbly reminds us of how valuable life is and our choices will determine our eternal destiny.

It is often said of a man who is well off with good health and good family that he is a “blessed” man. But, that man could be missing the true meaning of being blessed.

A phrase stated multiple times in Zechariah 8 has wonderful application for us today—He says He will dwell, He will save and much more!

Seeking God and His way should be the goal of us all—seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. A worthy pursuit and God provides when we seek.

When the life of our Lord glorified God, that is a life worth looking at so that we may follow Christ and we can magnify God with our lives.

Belief in the final judgment of God—a judgment day to come seems to be wavering somewhat through the years. But God’s word still stands…there will be a judgment day and we need to be prepared.

One can be filled full of spiritual blessings in Christ due to Christ fulfilling the law and all fulfilled about Him. He fulfilled that we may be filled full. Amen!

So many things are provided through the Christ for everyone and this study allows us to focus on two words that summarizes all our needs to be supplied.

Jesus Christ was never an afterthought due to sin, nor was He picked from among others in heaven. The Son in God’s purpose for us! An awesome study!

Can you imagine anyone objecting to mercy by refusing to extend mercy? We may want it, but are we one to grant mercy to others. We look closer at a parable of Jesus about mercy.

Speaking of Christ, “And He is the Head of the body, the church…” What a powerful scripture, yet simple and easy to embrace. Head, Body, Church—beautiful!

If anyone declines mercy, something is wrong. We all need mercy and we need to extend mercy. A special parable of our Lord teaches us the power of mercy.

How thankful for God’s grace unto everyone! Sadly not everyone will accept His grace, but for those that do there is nothing better.

The apostle Paul speaks of God’s goodness and severity (Rom. 11:22). One does not want to think about the wrath and vengeance of God, but we must know His word to avoid His wrath.

How dangerous and quite simply, how bad is sin…how severe it is, but how thankful we are for God’s provisions to address sin through Jesus.