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Doers of the Word (James 1:22-25)

James warns us not to be hearers only, but doers of the Word. In this lesson, we discover...
Biblical patterns of confrontation and change
The final step in the Love -> Know -> Speak -> Do process
How to avoid turning your life into a messy California mudslide
Bridging the gap from "then" to "now"
Practical steps to finding relevant applications in any verse of the Bible
Thanks for listening. This is part eleven in a 12-week biblical counseling class called "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands."

The Son of Man Must Suffer (Mark 8:31-38)

The Jews yearned for a Savior who would free them from Roman oppression. What they didn't expect was a Messiah who would suffer and die. In this lesson, we discuss...
What kind of Messiah did the Jews expect?
A watershed moment in the Gospel of Mark
What Jesus meant by handing Peter the "keys to the kingdom"
Jesus' surprising announcement of how the Son of Man would suffer
The moment Peter acted on Satan's behalf and earned a sharp rebuke
Thanks for listening. This lesson is part of a three month Series on Mark in our Sunday Morning Bible Study Community.

The Footsteps of Faith (Romans 4:1-12)

Faith means trusting God, even when you don't have all the details, and God's plan doesn't completely make sense. Last Sunday, I had the joy of preaching at Pillar Church in Twentynine Palms. In this study, we learn...
What is faith?
Why it's essential to trust in Jesus and no one else
The danger of thinking good works get you into heaven
Abraham and David as examples of faith
The result of faith is righteousness and eternal life
Thanks for listening! To view a complete list sermons and Bible teaching arranged by Bible passage and topic, please visit the Teaching Page on my blog.

Getting to Know People

This week we learn the importance of thinking biblically about our problems. Instead of using secular psychological terms, try to use biblical language whenever possible. This will help you make better biblical diagnoses and solutions. We also discuss four ways of data gathering to help us understand people's struggles. Week 8 of our "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands" counseling class. 

No Need to Worry (Mark 6:30-44)

The story of Jesus feeding 5,000 is well-known, but no less amazing. In this lesson, we discuss...
What makes this story unique in the gospels
God's promise to supply all your needs
Some encouraging testimonies of how God provided in hard times
Why do the wicked seem to prosper, while many believers barely scrape by?
How Jesus responds when the crowds press in
A call to trust in the Lord, wait, and watch how he works
"The LORD God is a sun and shield; the LORD bestows favor and honor. No good things does he withhold from those who walk uprightly" (Ps. 84:11).

Asking Good Questions (Prov. 20:5)

Before you counsel someone, you need to make sure you know them. This lesson will help you go beyond skin-deep relationships by learning...
Four types of questions to break the ice with any new person
What scripture means that the heart is like "deep waters"
How God models good question-asking in Scripture
Tips on asking better questions
A real-life case study
Thanks for listening! This is week seven of our 11-week introduction to biblical counseling class.

The Unpardonable Sin (Mark 3:20-30)

God is rich in mercy, and offers to forgive whatever sin you've committed. Yet there's one sin Jesus says will never be forgiven. This passage has baffled Christians over the years, and we take a look at it together. In this lesson, we...
Share a discussion on what Jesus means by "Son of Man"
How Jesus' family reacted to his ministry
Who is "Beelzebul"?
What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit?
Is it possible I have committed the unpardonable sin?
Thanks for listening. This lesson was taught during our Sunday Morning Adult Bible Study. We are currently studying through the Gospel of Mark and invite you to join us Sundays at 9am.

The School of Suffering (James 1:2-4)

Suffering is the gift no one wants, but that everyone needs. One of the main ways we grow in our faith and build loving relationships is through affliction. In this week's lesson we learn...
How suffering helps us minister to others
One of the ways we build loving relationships is by a shared experience in suffering
How God redeems our suffering for his good purposes
The kind of trials we face where comfort is needed
What's the difference between a trial and temptation?
An encouraging reminder that for the believer, all suffering is temporary!
Thanks for listening. This is week six in an 11-week introduction to biblical counseling called, "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands." To order a Study Guide please click here. 

A Leper is Made Clean (Mark1:35-45)

In ancient times, lepers were social outcasts and a threat to public health. But on one occasion, a leper broke etiquette and walked straight toward Jesus. Even more surprising, Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him. Last Sunday, in our Bible Study Community, we looked at this remarkable story in Mark 1:35-45. In this passage, we learned...
How Jesus balanced a busy ministry life with private devotion to his Father
What was Jesus' top priority in ministry?
A bit of background on leprosy
A spiritual lesson how Jesus can cleanse each one of us
The reason Jesus' warned, "say nothing to anyone!"
Thanks for listening. This lesson is part of our weekly median adults Bible Study Community. Our class is aimed at those in their 30s-50s, but all are welcome to stop by the Fellowship Hall at 9am on Sundays at Immanuel Baptist.

Building Loving Relationships

Whether it's sharing the gospel, counseling a friend, or rebuking a loved one, before we can speak truth, we must establish a loving relationship. In this lesson, we discuss...
How discipleship is like gardening
What are the features of the "ideal growing environment"?
Find out who Paul called "one of a kind, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare"
The first step to a relationship with God
The difference between justification and sanctification
Thanks for listening. This is week five in an 11-week counseling training class called "Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands." If you found this talk helpful, please consider subscribing to the podcast.