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Jesus Christ in the Book of Job

We repeatedly see Jesus Christ in the book of Job. Read or listen to this chapter from Enduring Trials God’s Way to see Job as a type of Christ.Table of contentsJesus Christ in the Book of Job as MediatorJob Looked Forward to His Mediator by FaithWhat Can We Learn from Job?Jesus Christ in the Book of Job as AdvocateJesus Christ in the Book of Job as RedeemerThe Typology of Jesus Christ in the Book of JobFirst, Job as a Type of Christ in His Sacrifice and IntercessionSecond, Job as a Type of ...

Don’t Let Anyone Look Down on You Because You Are Young (1 Timothy 4:12)

Paul said, "Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity" (1 Timothy 4:12). Read or listen to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way to learn why God would say do not let them despise your youth.Table of contentsSet an Example Versus Letting Anyone Look Down on Your YouthThe LaPierre HouseholdAddressing One of My Weaknesses as a FatherThe Journey to a Family BusinessDon't Let Anyone Loo...

Are Children Innocent? (2 Kings 21:6 and Psalm 106:38)

Do you wonder, "Are children innocent?" There are many bible verses about children's innocence, such as Jeremiah 2:34 Jeremiah 19:4, 2 Kings 21:6, and Psalm 106:38.Table of contentsEven Babies Wouldn't Go to Hell as BabiesThe Dispensation of InnocenceAdam and Eve's Lack of ShameHow Shame Is CreatedAdam and Eve Had to "Trust and Obey"Adam and Eve’s Innocence Was LostThe Connection to Children Being Innocent...Jeremiah 2:33 and 19:4 Teaches Children Are InnocentGod Is not Too SeverePsalm 106:3...

“God, Be Merciful to Me a Sinner” (Luke 18:13-14 and Psalm 51:16-17)

The tax collector prayed, "God, be merciful to me a sinner" and went home justified, or declared righteous (Luke 18:13). How do we explain this when he didn't offer any sacrifices? He offered what God wanted: "the sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart" (Psalm 51:16-17).Table of contentsThree Things to Observe about the Tax CollectorWhy Did the Tax Collector Beat His Breast?The Most Significant Difference Between the Pharisee and Tax CollectorGod's Grace to the Hu...

The Pharisee in the Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector (Luke 18:9-12)

The Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector reveals how righteousness is and is not attained. The Pharisee in Luke 18:9-12 shows that righteousness is not attained by works. The tax collector shows that righteousness is attained by grace through faith.Table of contentsOur Works Can’t Make Us Righteous Before GodEven Job Was Not Righteous EnoughEven the Pharisees Were not Righteous EnoughThe Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector Teaches How Righteousness Is and Is not Attained“I’m a Goo...

Mary and Martha Reveal Devotion Is Better than Service (John 12:1-8)

Christ in the house of Martha and Mary reveals devotion is more important than service. Read or listen to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way to learn why Jesus didn't rebuke Martha in John 12:1-8, even though He rebuked her when serving earlier. Table of contentsChrist in the House of Martha and MaryMary and Martha Reveal Devotion Is More Important than ServiceMary and Martha Reveal Sitting at Jesus’ Feet Is a ChoiceMary Chose the BetterMartha Later Avoided Rebuke from JesusJesus Didn...

What Is Spiritual Rest? (Hebrews 3 and Psalm 95)

What is spiritual rest? Hebrews 3 (quoting Psalm 95) discusses a rest for the people of God in the spiritual promised land. Are you looking for a sermon on spiritual rest? Try reading or listening to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way for a better understanding!Table of contentsThe Promised Land and Spiritual RestRebellion with the Twelve SpiesUrgently Enter the RestUnbelief Is a Heart IssueMoving from the Physical Rest to the Spiritual RestAn Important WarningThe Need for FaithThe Go...

Male Leadership in the Bible is God’s Pattern Even with Deborah (1 Timothy 2:12 and Judges 4)

We see male leadership in the Bible even with Deborah (Judges 4). The pattern began at creation and is maintained with patriarchs, priests, kings, apostles, and elders. Paul said, "I do not permit a woman to teach or to assume authority" (1 Timothy2:12). If you're wondering, "What does the bible say about leadership?" read or listen to this chapter from Your Marriage God’s Way for answers.Table of contentsMale Leadership in the Bible is God's PatternFemale Leaders in the Bible Don't Conflict...

What Is Sabbath Rest? (Hebrews 4:1-13)

What is Sabbath rest in Hebrews 4? What does the bible say about rest in the finished work of the cross? How is rest described in Hebrews 4:1-13? Read or listen to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way for answers.Table of contentsEntering the Sabbath RestWhat Does the Bible Say About Rest in the Finished Work of the Cross?Work Hard to Rest?Are You in the Wilderness, or Have you Entered the Sabbath Rest?Joshua Is a Type of JesusEgypt Is a Type of the WorldMoses Is a Type of the LawDelive...

The Importance of Sitting at the Feet of Jesus (Luke 10:38-42)

Luke 10:38-42 contains the account of Mary and Martha. We see Martha serving and Mary sitting at the feet of Jesus. Read or listen to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way to learn when it helps us to sit at Jesus's feet.Table of contentsWhen We Must Sit at Jesus’ FeetScripture Sanctifies but Service Might NotThe Problems with Being Overwhelmed1. Sitting at the Feet of Jesus Helps When We Are Filled with Self-Pity2. Sitting at the Feet of Jesus Helps When We Are Easily Annoyed3. Sitting ...