Unlocking the Bible: Daily Broadcast

Christianity is not simply a program for promoting good behavior. What matters is not just that we do the right things. Because murder, adultery, stealing and lying are only symptoms of the disease. Pastor Colin talks about our disease.

How do you keep going when you feel overwhelmed by life, and there are discouragements on every side? Pastor Colin talks about the importance of remembering your position in Christ.

A Christian is a person who has come to a conclusion about Jesus Christ. Pastor Colin talks about what this would look like in a person's life.

How can you wean your heart away from the love of money, or comfort, or self? Pastor Colin talks about why it won't work to just tell yourself, “Love money less!”

How can you find joy in what you have, especially when what God gives you is less that you had before? Pastor Colin talks about learning the art of contentment.

Some people's sins are obvious, while other people's sins trail behind them. Pastor Colin talks about what this means for you and for your church.

Many people do not feel their need for a Savior. But the apostle Paul makes it clear that even morally upright people, like he was, still need a Savior.

It's getting harder for churches to find pastors. Pastor Colin talks about how pastors, elders and congregations can work together in a way that honors Jesus and advances the gospel.

When godly people pray and ask for help, how does God answer? Pastor Colin talks about how to create a culture of serving.

There will always be genuine needs within the church, but how do you discern where there are genuine needs? Pastor Colin talks about how to create a culture of caring.

Some think a godly life comes through self-denial; others believe we need to “let go and let God.” Pastor Colin helps us understand “the mystery of godliness.”

What is so great about Jesus Christ? Pastor Colin talks about an early Christian hymn in the Bible that celebrates the glory of Jesus.

Some Christians have become confused about what is appropriate when it comes to speaking the truth. Did you know it's possible to abuse the truth? A terrorist is someone who destroys things. A truth terrorist is someone who uses the truth to destroy things.

What kind of people should we trust and follow? What kind of people should we become? Pastor Colin talks about some things you can pursue today to help you become a more effective leader—whether you young or old, a parent or a pastor—whatever your station in life.

Every Christian should maximize their usefulness to Christ. But what should you pursue? Pastor Colin talks about some things that every Christian can pursue to have more effectiveness in Christian ministry.

The church is called to a global ministry of the Word and prayer. Where do we start? Pastor Colin talks about how this kind of ministry advances in the world.

How does God impact the world through prayer? Pastor Colin talks about how God intends to bring change in the world, not through government, but through prayer.

You might be surprised to learn that Satan will be happy for you to forget your sins. Pastor Colin talks about why the person who forgets his or her sins will not love Christ much and will not grow much.

Lies always have a source and Jesus said that Satan is “the father of lies.” His rebellion began when he lost touch with reality and conceived the idea that instead of worshiping God, he should take the place of God. Pastor Colin talks about how he deceives us.

What are some sins of yours that Christ has forgiven? Have you tried to forget them? Pastor Colin talks about the importance of remembering your sins redemptively.

What is the proper use of the law for the Christian? The way you answer this question will shape the character of your life and home. Pastor Colin talks about how to use the law properly.

Some people say that Christians should follow Old Testament law, while others say we can forget the law. Pastor Colin helps us discover the proper use of the law.

There are many who believe in Jesus, but their lives have never been gripped by the gospel. Pastor Colin talks about the effect that this has on the church.

People talk all the time about what they're looking for in a church—worship styles, children's ministry, preaching style. But Pastor Colin talks about what God is looking for in a church.

What does it mean to keep the 8th commandment: You shall not steal? Well, the best way to avoid going down the wrong road is to take the right road. Pastor Colin talks about the surprising place where that begins.

You almost gave up. You almost lost your faith… but God brought you through it all. You've come a long way. Pastor Colin talks about how you move forward from here.

Faith leads to commitment—not the other way around. Faith is a gift that comes down, not an effort that is worked up. Pastor Colin talks about the reasons why.

Did you know that it's possible to long for heaven, with all its people, pleasures and possessions… and still completely miss the point of it all? Don't do that. Pastor Colin talks about what's at the heart of heaven.

Christian faith is not about your ability to trust. If it was, some of us would have a great advantage over others. Pastor Colin talks about what biblical faith depends on.

Have you ever been told to ‘follow your heart?' This advice completely ignores the Christian doctrine of sin. Your heart is not as reliable as you might think. Pastor Colin talks about why that is.

The 8th commandment says, “You shall not steal.” This definition will help you take in the challenge of this command: Stealing is trying to get as much as possible, while giving as little as possible. Pastor Colin fleshes this out for us.

You go to church and you read your Bible, but how do you know if you're really grasping the truth? One way to measure this is to take an honest look at your prayer life. Pastor Colin talks about how to do that.

The Bible tells us that God has placed the wicked on slippery ground. Really? How does He do that? By making them prosperous. Pastor Colin talks about what makes prosperity slippery ground.

Are you so confused by your struggles that your prayer life is suffering? You can't think straight and you can't pray straight. Pastor Colin talks about what you can do about it.

Are you in trouble… big time? Do you feel like giving up? Pastor Colin talks about why the first step to turning your life around is not finding an answer, but making a decision.

Hear the story of a godly leader who almost lost his faith. Pastor Colin talks about what God used to turn him around. If God can turn him around, he can do the same for you.

When you are climbing and you feel like you're going to fall, you don't need someone shouting at you, you need someone to show you where to put your foot so you can keep moving forward. Pastor Colin talks about how you can learn to walk in sexual purity.

Where does the idea come from that our resurrection bodies will materialize and dematerialize? Pastor Colin looks at four things we know about our resurrection bodies, four changes that the Bible talks about.

How important, would you say, is your body? Christians seem to have different views on this. Pastor Colin looks at four doctrines that teach us the importance of the body.

What are you holding onto that is so good that you'd be willing to miss out on what Jesus Christ offers to you? Pastor Colin helps us to calculate the cost of following Jesus.

The Bible tells us to “set our minds on things above.” How do you do that? Pastor Colin gives us 4 very simple and memorable strategies.

Will we know one another in heaven? Yes. Pastor Colin talks about 7 Bible passages that clearly suggest that we will know one another.

Some would say that they've never really struggled with the 7th commandment: You shall not commit adultery, but Jesus made it very clear that this issue of purity includes even our thoughts. Pastor Colin talks about where the door of hope is… even when your purity has been compromised.

Will we know one another in heaven? The short answer is “Yes, we will!” Pastor Colin talks about relationships in heaven.