School of Ministry Resources Podcast

This message from Revelation 2:12–17, examines the Church of Pergamos: its faithfulness amid persecution, the danger of compromise with pagan practices (Balaam and the Nicolaitans), the call to repent, and the promise of hidden manna and a white stone to those who overcome.

This message examines Acts 10 and related passages to answer the question “Is God fair?” We explain that God is impartial and offers salvation to all on His terms, balancing justice and mercy through Christ's atonement. The episode also addresses difficult Old Testament commands, the purpose of judgment, and contrasts Judas and the repentant thief to show how faith — not works — determines one's standing before God.

This message examines Revelation 2:8–11, exploring the persecuted church in Smyrna, the imperial Caesar cult, and the historical witness of martyrs like Polycarp. We see how the church's suffering and poverty were met with Christ's promise of eternal reward. The episode draws connections between first-century trials and present-day faithfulness, highlighting the call to endure, the meaning of the “crown of life,” and the assurance of victory over the second death. Listeners are encouraged to trust Christ in hardship, learn from the Smyrna church's testimony, and respond to the gospel today.

This episode examines Luke 22:31–34, where Jesus warns Peter of Satan's sifting, predicts Peter's denial, and Jesus explains He prays that Peters faith, and the other Apostles, will not fail. It explores the context of the reality of spiritual trials, and  that Jesus' prayers for His disciples, along with God's power preserve and restore believers so they can encourage others.

This episode unpacks Revelation 2:1–7, examining Christ's letter to the church in Ephesus: His commendation for their hard work and discernment, His rebuke for losing their first love, and the call to remember, repent, and return. The message contrasts duty with devotion, warns against compromise and false teaching, and highlights the promise of the tree of life for those who overcome.

In this remastered message, we examine John 21:15–19, showing how Jesus restores Peter after his threefold denial, turning failure into renewed purpose. The episode highlights repentance, God's knowledge and grace, and the call to love Christ by serving others—"Feed my sheep."

This episode explores Hebrews 11:1–3 and explains faith as both the assurance of things hoped for and the evidence of things not seen, using Biblical examples that failed in their walk of faith, yet persevered.  The lesson connects faith to sacrificial love, the hope of an enduring possession in heaven, and practical encouragement to keep walking by faith through trials.

This message unpacks Daniel 5: Belshazzar's drunken feast, the sacrilegious use of Jerusalem's temple vessels, the mysterious handwriting on the wall, and Daniel's interpretation that signals the sudden fall of Babylon. The episode draws the timeless lesson that pride and sin invite divine judgment, while pointing listeners to Christ's mercy and the need to trust in Him for salvation.

In this episode  the Apostle Paul's deep longing for the salvation of Israel is explored through Romans 9–10. The lesson examines God's promises, the meaning of election, and the power of the gospel to convict and save. Listeners are urged to avoid fatalism, to cultivate compassion for the lost, and to actively share the gospel, trusting Christ's sufficiency and the work of the Holy Spirit.

This message unpacks John 5:1–18, recounting Jesus' healing of a man disabled for 38 years at the pool of Bethesda and highlighting Christ's knowledge, compassion, and immediate power. The episode explores the ensuing conflict over Sabbath laws, Jesus' purpose in healing—to bring holiness and faith—and the Biblical truth that God helps the helpless. Listeners are invited to consider Christ's grace, the promise of final restoration, and the call to respond in faith and pursue holiness.

This episode explores Joshua 1:1-9, focusing on God's commissioning of Joshua after Moses' death. It highlights the promises of God, the call to be strong and courageous, and the central role of the written Word in guiding leadership and success. The message emphasizes practical application: meditate on Scripture day and night, speak it, and obey it — showing how Joshua's faithfulness models how believers can follow God's purposes today.

This episode examines Genesis 6 and the doctrine of total human depravity, showing how sin filled the earth in Noah's day and led to God's judgment and the flood. The message connects the passage to Jesus' warning in Matthew 24 and urges listeners to be watchful and ready for the Lord's coming. Despite the darkness, Noah found grace and walked with God; the episode emphasizes living faith, righteousness, and trusting Christ as the only hope in a fallen world.

This message unpacks Genesis 4, examining the story of Cain and Abel and the contrast between God's way and following human reasoning and pride. This explains why Abel's blood offering was accepted while Cain's was not, how sin ‘lies at the door,' and trying to substitute works lead to failed faith and destructive choices. The episode points listeners to Christ as the only remedy, while also urging obedience, humility and reaching out to others with God's plan for salvation.

This message explores Luke 19:28–40, explaining Jesus' humble triumphal entry into Jerusalem as the fulfillment of prophecy and the public presentation of the Messiah. The lesson highlights the symbolism of the donkey, the Passover timing, the crowd's acclaim, and the Pharisees' reaction. Ultimately, the episode frames this moment as the King's chosen path to the cross—the necessary sacrifice before the coming kingdom—and underscores Jesus' deity and mission as Savior and Lord.

This message explores Genesis 3:20, explaining why Adam names his wife Eve as an act of faith in God's promise of a coming deliverer, even after the fall. We also see the connection to Abraham's renaming and show how Biblical names reveal hope, faith, and the unfolding plan of salvation.

This message examines Genesis 3:1–7, showing how the serpent's question planted doubt of God's character and Word, leading to unbelief, rebellion, and the entrance of sin and death into creation. The lesson explains Satan's deceptive strategy, the role of pride in humanity's fall, and points to the hope of redemption through the promised Seed—Jesus Christ.

In this episode we study John chapter 2, and the wedding at Cana, where Jesus performs His first public miracle by turning water into wine.  Jesus does honor His mother's request to assist, while giving us a glimpse of His deity. We learn of John's purpose in recording signs: to show Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and to lead people to believe and receive eternal life. The miracle marks the start of Jesus' public ministry, honors the sanctity of marriage, and demonstrates His divine authority and timing. Key themes include Jesus' transition from family life to His Father's work, the meaning of “My hour,” and the evangelistic aim of John's Gospel. 

This episode examines Genesis 2:19-25, focusing on the creation of woman from Adam's side, Adam's naming of Woman - Ishshah, and God's original design for marriage as a united, one‑flesh relationship. It also explores the distinct but equal roles given to men and women, the man's responsibility for leadership, and how Satan's deception and the Fall distorted God's intended pattern—calling listeners to repentance and a return to God's design.

In this message taken from Genesis 2, we consider Adam's creation from dust, the layout of the Garden of Eden (rivers, trees, and a water canopy), and Adam's role to tend the garden and name the animals. This highlights the two central trees—the tree of life and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil—Eve's creation from Adam's side, the institution of marriage, the test of obedience, and the need for Christ's redemption after the fall.

This message from 2 Peter 1:7–11, explains how growing in godly virtues—knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and agape love—leads to assurance of salvation and visible spiritual fruit. The contrast bears two outcomes: those who diligently pursue these qualities will be fruitful, while those who neglect them risk spiritual blindness and forgetfulness.

This message takes us through 2 Peter chapter 1, teaching how believers move from saving faith into a life marked by moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love. Peter emphasizes assurance of salvation, warns about false teachers, and urges diligent study of Scripture, resulting in active living for Christ, helping us to stand firm and enjoy God's promises.

Our message from 2 Peter 1:5–10 teaches us about adding Christian virtues and the need for diligence to confirm our calling and election, addressing common doubts about salvation and false assurance. The episode explains the difference between objective security (what Christ has accomplished) and subjective assurance (the Holy Spirit's witness), why people struggle with assurance, and how Scripture gives true confidence in salvation.

We look at 2 Peter 3 and Genesis 2, about the creation of man, the rise of scoffers, and the historicity of Scripture. This message explains how the flood and the fall shape our world, affirms the Trinity and humanity's unique design, and warns of coming judgment while urging faith in Christ and holy living.

As we study Genesis 1:1–5, it presents a clear, faith-based defense of biblical creation over evolutionary explanations, critiquing modern scientific claims and emphasizing intelligent design. The episode explores Genesis as the source for the origins of the universe, life, humanity, language, marriage, evil, and salvation, and closes with a call to trust Scripture and Jesus Christ as Savior.

From John 13–16 where Jesus, on the night before His arrest, promises the Holy Spirit—the Helper—who will testify of Christ, teach the disciples, bring Scripture and Jesus' words to remembrance, and empower believers to witness despite a hostile world. The episode contrasts God's love for His people with the world's hatred, highlights the Spirit's role in convicting and converting sinners, and calls Christians to faithfully proclaim Jesus as the Father's testimony.

Paul's sermon on Mars Hill (Acts 17) is explored, emphasizing the historical, eyewitness evidence of Jesus' bodily resurrection and why it compels a call to repentance. The episode explains how the resurrection serves as God's assurance for judgment and salvation, contrasts Jesus' risen body with that of Lazarus' resurrection, and urges listeners to respond in faith.

This message from 1 Corinthians 15:3–8, teaches us that Christ's resurrection is the heart of the gospel: Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. The lesson explains how the resurrection restores Jesus to the Father's fellowship and exaltation, reveals the Holy Spirit's work and the truth of Scripture, which leads on to  justification in Christ, new life, present power to help the believer live in this day, and look forward to His return. It also warns that rejection of the risen Lord brings judgment, and calls listeners to respond in faith. 

This episode walks through Hebrews 4 and Leviticus 16 to explain how Jesus fulfills the Old Testament Day of Atonement. The message contrasts the temple rituals and sacrifices with Christ's once-for-all atonement, highlighting His role as the sympathetic, eternal High Priest who grants believers bold access to God's throne of grace.

This episode studies Matthew 26:36–56, focusing on Jesus' anguish in Gethsemane, His prayers, and the betrayal by Judas. It explains the depth of Christ's sorrow, His commitment to the Father's will, and the disciples' failure to stay alert. Listeners are shown practical lessons on resisting temptation: watchfulness, prayer, and rooting in Scripture, and are invited to apply these truths to their own spiritual struggles. (Remastered).

In this message from 2 Kings 4:8–17, recounting the Shunammite woman's hospitality to Elisha, the prophet's promise of a son, and the demonstration of God's power when the child later dies and is brought back to life. The episode focuses on faith, contentment, and practical lessons about serving others and turning to God in times of deep need.

Welcome to the School of Ministry podcast. In this episode we examine  the doctrine of kenosis, unpacking Philippians 2:5–11 and explaining how Christ, equal with God, "made himself nothing" by taking on human limitations, living in humility, and dying on the cross. The episode contrasts Christ's self‑emptying with prideful rebellion, highlights His incarnation and exaltation, and calls listeners to adopt the same humble mind and to receive Christ as Savior.

This episode studies Matthew 19:16–22 and the encounter between Jesus and the rich young synagogue ruler. It explains why keeping commandments, (doing good works) will not give eternal life, but by recognizing our sin and repenting are essential, and acknowledging Jesus as our only way of salvation. Jesus exposes the barrier of this man's possessions, hitting the center of his need,  borne out of Jesus' great love, He exposes the true need.

This episode explores Colossians chapter 2, showing how Christ embodies the fullness of God, has wiped out the written requirements of the law, and has disarmed spiritual powers through His victory on the cross. Paul warns against false teachers and living under the law—dietary rules, festivals, and sabbaths for Christ fulfilled the law.  The Apostle then calls believers to live in love, holiness, and confidence in Christ so they do not forfeit their reward.

Join us as we go through Habakkuk 1:1–11, unpacking the prophet's cry over injustice and God's startling reply that He will raise the Chaldeans as judgment. The episode highlights three truths: God's ways are mysterious, misunderstood, and moral, and emphasizes that suffering often precedes future glory. The lesson connects Habakkuk's context to modern struggles of faith, urging listeners to trust God's sovereign plan amid injustice, confusion, and worldly decline.

The Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians 1:27–30 challenges the child of God and especially members of the Philippian Church, to live conduct worthy of the gospel, to stand united to boldly advance the faith even amid opposition. The episode emphasizes surrender to the Holy Spirit, the responsibility of heavenly citizenship, and practical encouragement to live and witness together for Christ.

Matthew 27, paints the scene of Jesus' crucifixion and the cruel mockery He endured. Matthew identifies four groups present at the cross — the ignorant soldiers, the criminal thieves, the fickle crowd, and the religious leaders — and explains how each displayed a different form of rejection. The episode centers on Jesus' prayer, “Father, forgive them,” showing how His intercession, the fulfillment of prophecy, and God's grace brought salvation even amid extreme wickedness. The message contrasts human cruelty with Divine mercy and calls listeners to reflect on the power of forgiveness and the spread of the gospel.

Paul, writing from a Roman prison, contrasts the believer's joy in living for Christ with the hope of being with Him in death. He expresses a sincere desire to depart and be with Christ, yet choosing to remain for the benefit, growth, and joy of the churches he served. The episode unpacks three core aspects of Christianity highlighted by Paul: faith in Christ alone, intimate fellowship with Him, and the call to follow Him sacrificially—dying to self so Christ may live through us.

In this episode we walk through Colossians 2:10–15, showing how believers are made complete in Christ through spiritual circumcision, baptism, and union with Jesus' death and resurrection. The message emphasizes three truths: complete salvation, total forgiveness, and decisive victory over spiritual powers — all accomplished by Christ's finished work on the cross.

This episode walks through Acts 7, focusing on Stephen's defense before the council, his recounting of Israel's history, and his bold indictment of the leaders for resisting the Holy Spirit. It describes Stephen's vision of Jesus standing at God's right hand, his martyrdom by stoning, the role of Saul in the ensuing persecution, and how Stephen's death helped spread the gospel, with practical application about trials, witness, and Christ as our advocate.

The Apostle Paul, in Colossians 2:8-10, warns readers to reject vain philosophies, human traditions, and worldly rudiments that can lead believers away from Biblical truth. The episode emphasizes that all fullness dwells in Christ, believers are complete in Him, and practical vigilance is needed to protect faith and spiritual well-being.

In this episode we examine Jesus' teaching in Luke 16:19–31, contrasting a rich man's luxury with Lazarus' suffering to show how love of money can harden the heart to distract one from their need for a Savior. This emphasizes that scripture, which brings about genuine repentance is shown by changed priorities and unselfish living — is the means God uses to prepare hearts to receive Christ, and that works cannot replace true faith.

The Apostle Paul teaches in Colossians 2 that believers must be rooted, built up, and established in the faith by the Word of God, recognizing Christ as the full treasure of wisdom and knowledge and resisting false teachers who claim additional revelation. This message urges Christians to strengthen their minds, live out unity in love, walk daily in Christ, and abound in thanksgiving—finding assurance and steadfastness through Scripture and the Holy Spirit.

Paul's prison letter to the Ephesians prays that believers would experientially know the hope of their calling, the riches of their inheritance, and the immeasurable power of God made real through Christ's resurrection and exaltation. This episode explains how that resurrection power changes our present life — breaking death's hold, defeating demonic forces, seating believers with Christ, and calling the Lord's churches to live and rule for God's glory.

This episode examines Colossians 1:28–29, focusing on the Apostle Paul's mission to proclaim Christ by warning and teaching so believers may grow to spiritual maturity. It highlights the source of Christian strength—God's mighty working in us—calls listeners to humble service, and encourages active proclamation of the gospel in everyday life.

Looking at Colossians 1:24–29, we learn how the Apostle Paul could rejoice in suffering, the revealed mystery of Christ dwelling in believers, and the grace of God extended to the Gentiles through the Holy Spirit. The episode highlights Christ's sufficiency, the call to faithful ministry and teaching, and practical steps for spiritual growth so every believer may be presented mature in Christ.

The Apostle Paul teaches through 1 Corinthians 15:51–58 about the mystery of the resurrection, the instantaneous transformation of believers at Christ's return, and the victory over death through Jesus Christ. This message draws practical application from this truth: "be steadfast, immovable, and abound in the work of the Lord, trusting that labor for Christ is never in vain."

In this episode we study Colossians 1:19–23, explaining how Christ's death and resurrection fully reconcile sinners to God, refuting false teachings that deny His sufficiency. Listeners will hear the plan, means, aim, and evidence of reconciliation—how the cross restores our standing before God, transforms lives, impacts creation, and commissions believers to share this message.

In this episode of the School of Ministry podcast, listeners are urged to make spiritual planning a regular practice in the new year, drawing wisdom from Proverbs, the Apostle Paul, and the planning example of God in Christ. Using Biblical examples — the ant's preparation, prudence, committing plans to the Lord, and Paul's missionary strategy — the message encourages structuring prayer, Bible study, family time, and serving opportunities, intent to grow in faith and serve God's purposes. Practical suggestions include setting aside time weekly to plan prayer lists, devotional reading, and acts of service, while trusting God to direct and bless those plans.

Using Matthew 18, the message exhorts listeners to recover childlike wonder and faith, to avoid spiritual complacency, and to live as useful, revived followers of Christ. This episode also looks at Isaiah 43 and Ezekiel and gleans teachings how God brings new beginnings, turns our past wilderness into a path, and His grace flows through our lives.

This episode examines Acts 3:17-26 as a Christmas message, explaining how the prophets foretold three overlapping periods: Jesus' earthly ministry, the present church age, and the future consummation at Christ's return. Peter's message calls listeners to repent, receive forgiveness, and experience the "times of refreshing" through Christ. The lesson emphasizes prophecy's divine authorship, God's power over history, and practical application for faith and repentance today.

The Apostle Paul explains in Philippians 1:12–14 how his imprisonment in Rome unexpectedly furthered the gospel, reaching the praetorian guards and encouraging other believers to speak without fear. This episode explores the purpose of suffering, Biblical examples, and practical encouragement to view trials as opportunities to deepen faith and witness for Christ.