God is not at “rest” in this world—a place so opposed to His values, so resistant to His rule, so opposite to His character. But those who make up His corporate temple worldwide have become “the place of His rest”: a holy ha…
Paul was mockingly referred to as a “ringleader of THE SECT OF THE NAZARENES.” It was intended as an insult, an accusation identifying Paul with Jesus of Nazareth (who they considered an imposter) and the “low-life people” w…
How can atoms in a water molecule reveal an important aspect of our inheritance in Christ? You may be surprised. But why is that even relevant? Because the bride of Christ is named “A WELL OF LIVING WATERS” in the Song of So…
In the early church, there was no impressive religious title for the “new thing” Jesus introduced in the world, nor for those who subscribed to it. Christians were just called “Followers of the Way.” Though extremely simple,…
In Deuteronomy 23:5 God revealed that because He loves His people, He turns curses into blessings. This is such a mighty truth. However, it goes much deeper. Not only does God do this for His people; He does this to His peop…
Here’s a stunning statement but true—"You are just as beloved of the Father as Jesus, the firstborn Son”—if you’ve surrendered your life to Him. Hard to believe? One prayer Jesus prayed proves it. When you realize the perfec…
The word “blessed” means supremely happy, spiritually prosperous, and highly favored by God. Learn the mystery attached to God opening the windows of heaven and pouring out a blessing that cannot be contained. Why did the Ol…
In one of His last parables, Jesus called His sheep “the blessed of the Father.” What does it truly mean to be “blessed.” How was the blessing of God in this world first evidenced in Adam and Eve? After the fall, God still c…
Find out why the true “Church” is the most valuable, most important, more holy, most knowledgeable, most victorious, most stable, most unique, most authoritative, and most undefeatable institution in the world. Most importan…
What does the word “church” mean? Is there a false church and a true church? Did it exist in the Old Testament? When was it first mentioned? Jesus claimed “the gates of Hades will not prevail” against the church. Is this jus…
If you are “in Christ,” the “automatic download” you receive is out of this world (literally). Key biblical phrases like “in Him,” “in Christ,” and “in the Lord” indicate the benefits you receive the moment you become a chil…
Great mysteries of the kingdom of heaven are revealed through “The Parable of the Sower." It is so foundational, Jesus implied if we don't understand this parable, we won't be able to understand any other parables He shared.…
Most believers view the resurrection through a historical lens: celebrating the great victory Jesus won almost 2,000 years ago. However, there is an overflow of power from the empty tomb that is still rushing through this wo…
The Bible depicts the bride of Christ as “God’s Garden.” You may think your past disqualifies you for such an attractive symbol, but salvation has beautified you. In a world that often denies God, the church is a peaceful an…
Once you receive God’s grace, you’re called to pour it out to other people (even your enemies) and back to God Himself (pretty amazing, right?!?!). First Peter 4:10 challenges us to be “good stewards of the manifold grace of…
Discover mysteries in the original Hebrew and Greek words translated “grace”! Find out the first mention of grace in the Bible. Learn the two main things Moses claimed prove that God’s grace is with us. What are the two mean…
When did you first receive grace? You may be amazed by the answer. What is the most misinterpreted scripture concerning grace? The secular world especially gets it wrong. What are the two erroneous extremes to which people t…
The spectacular GRACE OF GOD is one of the most powerful biblical insights to be discovered in God's Word. The Most High even calls His people HEIRS OF THE GRACE OF LIFE. The Greek word translated "life" is zoe, meaning divi…
In one of His mysterious kingdom parables, Jesus described His beloved bride as “the pearl of great price.” A pearl is encased in an oyster shell, which frankly is one of the ugliest shells in the sea. Yet it contains a soug…
Jesus became a curse to redeem His people from the curse of the Law. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, He redeemed us from enemies stronger than us, things we never could have conquered on our own. This redemption is…
Old Covenant redemption laws amazingly foreshadowed what Jesus came to accomplish in the New Covenant. The same Hebrew word translated “redeemer” is also rendered “nearest kinsman” and “avenger” of blood. How are these relat…
The first mention of redemption in the Bible unveils such mysteries and such powerful revelation. Learning to “say so”—to confess your redemption rights is an important part of seizing what is rightfully yours. Learn God’s p…
The solution for the fallen condition of the human race is not rehabilitation; it’s recreation! Only in Christianity is this offered. “If anyone is in Christ, he is A NEW CREATION”! In the New Covenant, God gives His offspri…
Ambassadors are representatives, messengers sent on a specific mission, those who speak, not their own minds, but the mind and will of those nations or rulers who are being represented. This episode will open your eyes to th…