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In this episode, Dean Hunsucker joins us to discuss how the Scripture was God-breathed. We delve into how this verily builds a foundation for truth, is never-changing, and what a miracle it is that we hold His word in our hands. Fellowship One:Seven™ is biblical podcast from Child Evangelism Fellowship®. On the podcast, we discuss God's calling to share the Gospel with children around the world. We explore the biblical foundation of CEF®, discuss Scripture, and examine topics and truths found in those passages. We interview various individuals involved in the ministry and discuss how CEF has played a part in their lives in reaching children with the Gospel. 1 John 1:7 – But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. To find more content from Fellowship One:Seven, visit https://www.cefonline.com/fellowshiponeseven/ For more help on evangelizing and discipling children, see Articles, Ministries, and Store at https://www.cefonline.com/. For additional digital resources for kids, visit U-Nite at https://www.cefonline.com/unite Child Evangelism Fellowship is a Bible-centered organization whose purpose is to evangelize boys and girls with the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ and to establish (disciple) them in the Word of God and in a local church for Christian living.
This week we break from our Romans series as it is a special day. Today we celebrated the ordination of our Associate Pastor, Ben Hoekman. Consider with us Pastor Mark's message based upon this passage in 2 Timothy, written by Paul to Timothy. Consider with us the exhortations: to continue in the Word; to remember the God-breathed nature of the Word; and to minister in uncompromising devotion to the Word.
Why are the sacred writings able to make us wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus? I. Because of its origin: Scripture is God breathed, v16. II. Because of its purpose: Scripture is profitable or useful and beneficial, v16. III. Because of its sufficiency: Scripture is sufficient for all we need, v17
The Bible is the God-breathed Word of God. The Authorized Version is the Holy Writ. You can trust the Word of God.
Embrace What Matters: With Author and Speaker, John Michalak
Part 18 of 23 in the series, "Belonging to Him." How do you relate to the Bible? Is it just a textbook or rulebook? Is it just required reading to become a good person or go to heaven? Or is it also the very essence of God himself? If the Bible is truly the "Word made flesh," then its benefits will surpass simply becoming wiser or a better person. It can be a way to relate to God in the most personal way imaginable (sermon recorded in 2019.)
In “Prepare Your Heart”, Rodney shares that if you want to position yourself to hear God's voice this year, you need to prepare your heart to receive his direction and be ready to act on his words. Jesus sometimes used parables to teach his disciples the truths of the Kingdom of God. He taught them there are four types of seed and ground that represent the Word of God shared with the hearts of people. When a heart is hard it resists and rejects the word and Spirit. Additionally, when you reject truth you end up living a lie. The distractions of this life can keep you from the rewards of the next life. So, prepare your heart to receive the seed (word) of God. When it takes root the word of God will grow in your heart and it will produce a huge harvest. Just ask. Ask God to breathe into your life through engaging God's word everyday. Overtime you will see the miraculous begin to happen in your life, and as Isaiah the prophet said, “…it will be an everlasting sign of his power and love.”
In “Remain In The Word”, Rodney shares that reading the Bible helps us connect to Jesus. If we remain connected to him, then our lives are more productive and fruitful. Tragically, many Christians can find themselves gradually disconnected from Jesus when they don't take intentional steps to remain in the Word. In fact, we can't accomplish anything noteworthy apart from Jesus. When we distance ourselves from Jesus and the Bible that is the inspired word of God, we limit the fruitfulness and productivity of our lives, and become useless to ourselves, others, and to the Kingdom of God. But, we are promised if we remain connected to Jesus and the scriptures we prayer and expect miracles and answered prayers. When you abide in Christ, you pray and ask for things that are in accordance with his will, and his life is flowing through you, so you can ask anything in His name, and it will be done. True disciples remain in the word and deepen their connection to Christ, resulting in abundance of fruit and evidence that glorifies God. For, when you remain in the word and the Word remains in you good things grow in your life overtime.
In “Breathe Deep For Daily Success”, Rodney shares that it is time for you to breathe deep. Dying people have shallow breathing. Want to live? Breathe deep. No more shallow breathing - spiritually. This year is the time you must breathe deep the scriptures, for they are living and powerful. Many people keep the Bible a closed book – coffee table. Your daily success will be determined by your daily application and obedience to God's word. Reading the Bible will give us clarity, courage, and courage to act in faith. So, be strong and courageous. Obey and study all the instructions in the scriptures, the word of God. “Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do… For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:8-9). Start today – breathe deep.
In “The Logos and Rhema”, Rodney shares that application is key to the word of God being useful to you. There are two primary Greek words that describe scripture which are translated “word” in the New Testament, “Logos” and “Rhema”. Logos refers principally to the total inspired Word of God. Second, to Jesus who is the Living Word. Additionally, it is important to note the voice of the Holy Spirit is speaking at this present moment. A “Rhema” is a verse or portion of Scripture that the Holy Spirit brings to our attention with application to a current situation or need for direction. How can I receive a “Rhema” direction from God for my life concerning a specific situation? Read God's word (logos) daily. Next, ask God to speak (Rhema) to you through his word. Daily consumption of the scriptures will give you the nourishment that your soul needs. Reading and meditating on the scriptures allows God to breath into your life.
In “The Most Useful Tool”, Rodney shares that we all have areas of our lives that we need God to breath into. God has revealed himself in the scriptures. The apostle Paul says, “All scripture is inspired - “God-breathed” - by God. The Bible is the revealed will, and revelation of God. It is authoritative, true, and trustworthy. The scriptures in fact are the most useful tool you will ever need or use to navigate through life. It teaches us proper doctrine, reproves, corrects, and instructs how to live right. More than just information, the scripture is useful for practical for daily living. The believer will always be equipped for life in any and every situation, for every good work. If you apply God's word to every area of your life you will see God's reward in every area of your life. Your regular interaction with the scriptures allows you to hear God's voice, know his will and instructions for your life.
Robert Coram wrote a very engaging biography of one of the unique figures in American military history, John Boyd. In so doing, Coram gave a great gift to people focused on great stewardship in the face of significant opposition. Join Kevin as he gives a detailed account of Coram's “linking to the past” and its exemplary value to great stewards of the future. // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.
By 2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; All Scripture is inspired by God. The words “inspired by God” come from one Greek word–θεόπνευστος (theopneustos or “God-breathed”). That which originally came from God was inspired by God. Through the years, the text has been transmitted with Continue Reading
TITLE – A Heart Formed: Bible Intake TEXT – 2 Timothy 3:16-17 2 Peter 3:18 says – “But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” David Mathis wrote this – “We cannot earn God’s grace or make it flow apart from his free gift. But we can position ourselves to go on getting as he keeps on giving…. I can flip a switch, but I don’t provide the electricity. I can turn on a faucet, but I don’t make the water flow…. And so it is for the Christian with the ongoing grace of God. His grace is essential for our spiritual lives, but we don’t control the supply… Our God is lavish in his grace; he is free to dispense his goodness without even the least bit of cooperation and preparation on our part, and often he does. But he also has regular channels. And we can routinely avail ourselves of these revealed paths of blessing – or neglect them to our detriment.” Don Whitney – “I’ve been oversees enough to know that many customs I have come to identify with Christianity will clash at some points with the culture of our hosts…. But I was unprepared for some of my encounters….Lying, stealing, and immorality were common and generally accepted, even among the leadership of the church. Theological understanding was as scarce as water, the disease of doctrinal error as common as malaria. Soon I discovered one of the main reasons this church looked as though it had been started by Corinthian missionaries. No one had a bible – not the pastor, not a deacon, no one….No spiritual discipline is more important than the intake of God’s Word. Nothing can substitute for it. There is simply no healthy Christian life apart from a diet of the milk and meat of Scripture.” The Healthy Heart is formed by … 1 – GOD’S WORD – V.16a Only 18% - less than 2 of every 10 - read the bible every day. 23% - almost 1 in 4 professing Christians – say they never read the Word of God. Four ways God’s Word forms & transforms our hearts…We are formed by: - The Teaching of God’s Word - The Reproofs of God’s Word - The Correction of God’s Word - The Instruction of God’s Word What is forming your heart? What habits mark your days? We want to help: Drop in Bible Study Saturday January 30th at 9am on ZOOM, register on our homepage
The Book of Acts tells us that the first Christ-followers "devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to prayer" (Acts 2:41-47). As we continue to unpack all (honestly, "all" is impossible - let's just say we're trying to cover "most") of what happens in times of worship together - be it in person or united online - we get up from the table and get out our bibles for some time in "the apostles' teaching." The ancient words of all of scripture are works of art that call us deeper into who God designed and desires for us to be. The image described in 2 Timothy of God breathing them to life is an intentional link to Genesis 2 and the combination of earth and Spirit to bring about human life. That same dynamic combination of God's spirit with earth in the form of human writers brings about the living Word that points us to The Word Made Flesh. This is gonna take a few weeks too!
A responsible approach to the bible seeks to understand how it behaves and how we behave when we come to read and interpret it. We are compelled to see how our many filters and lenses - gender, colour, age, personal history, geographical location etc - inform our understanding of it. We would do well to listen to voices that are different from ours, in order to find a richer and deeper appreciation and understanding of this scared text.
Notes:2 Timothy 3:16-172 Peter 1:20-21Nehemiah 8:8Acts 2:422 Kings 22-23Ezra 7:10John 5:39Psalm 119:10
Onward to Manhood w/ Eric Elliott - Lord Give Me Some Oxygen Without oxygen life shrivels into death. Oxygen was the first life element God gave man after creating him. II Timothy 3:16 declares “all scripture is God breathed and is profitable for instruction, for conviction, for correction for training in righteousness...” The word of God designs, develops, directs and disciplines us. This is the oxygen of life. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Storm Talk 365 Radio, any of the affiliates or concerned parties represented by the network. All information, content, and music provided solely for general information, reference and entertainment purposes only. No copyrights infringements implied. **We Do Not Own The Rights To Any Music. Or The Contents of This Podcast. Used For Entertainment Purposes Only** www.stormtalk365radio.com https://www.facebook.com/stormtalk365msb/ Tags: stormtalk365 inspiration christianity religion malementoring christiantalkshow spirituality motivationaltalkshow problemsolving dailyliving ericelliott
1. the Ending we want - "complete, equipped for every..." 2. the Means we don't - "teaching, reproof, correction, training" 3. the Source we can't - "all scripture is breathed out by God"
What is the big deal about the Bible? Why should I even read it? What difference does it make in my life? If you have ever wondered these questions, then please join us as we look at some important words of Paul about why the Bible matters for our lives.
God-Breathed: Is the Bible Necessary?
God-Breathed: Is the Bible Clear?
God-Breathed: Is the Bible Authoritative?
God-Breathed: Is the Bible Enough?
Since fallible man wrote the Bible, some 40 authors over 1500 years, how can we be sure we actually have the Word of God?
God-Breathed
God-Breathed
Pastor Chris Matthews explains what the Bible means when it says that all Scripture is God-breathed.