Best Firm Foundation Ministries Podcasts (2025)

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Ruth 2:14–23 — God’s Kindness to the Dead

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Sinners don’t deserve God’s kindness, but he raises those dead in sins and trespasses to life in Christ (Eph. 2). Hope rises from the dead in Naomi through Boaz’s kindness to her and Ruth. Join Mark and Andrew as they discuss how to preach or teach Ruth 2:14-23. Participants: Andrew Miller, Mark A. Winder…

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Equipped To Multiply 29:21

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What happens when a church shifts from dependency on a few leaders to equipping every believer for ministry? Transformative growth that honors Christ's design. Pastor Timothy Mann launches a powerful new series called "Growing God's Way" with a challenging examination of Ephesians 4:11-16. This foundational passage reveals that God's blueprint for …

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Why Do We Share The Good News 29:25

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Have you ever wondered why genuine Christians share their faith despite potential rejection or ridicule? The answer resonates throughout this powerful message: because we have been saved. Pastor Tim unpacks the profound connection between our salvation and our calling as Christ's ambassadors, revealing how the miracle of reconciliation transforms b…

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Genesis 35:19–29 — The Weeping of Rachel

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Triple tragedies strike Jacob in chapter 35. The death of his beloved Rachel, his firstborn son’s violation reprehensible sin disqualifying him from leadership, and his father Esau’s death. Yet in the middle of this passage is a genealogy signifying the fact that God’s plan of redemption will continue. We learn how important it is to trace importan…

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To God Be The Glory 30:02

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Why did God save us? It's a profound question that strikes at the heart of our faith. While we often focus on the benefits salvation brings to us, Pastor Timothy Mann takes us deeper, revealing salvation's ultimate purpose through two breathtaking passages of Scripture. Drawing from Romans 11:33-36 and Ephesians 1:3-14, this message unveils a trans…

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So Great a Salvation 29:10

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Have you ever become numb to something extraordinarily valuable? That's the danger the writer of Hebrews confronts with the soul-piercing question: "How shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation?" Pastor Timothy Mann delves deep into Hebrews 2 to explore what makes our salvation "so great" and why treating it casually carries eternal conse…

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Faith That Endures 30:37

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What happens after we're saved? When doubts creep in, suffering strikes, or sin resurfaces, how can we be confident in our salvation? Pastor Timothy Mann delivers a powerful message that cuts through confusion about eternal security with a clear Biblical truth: those who are genuinely saved will endure to the end—not by their own strength, but by G…

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From Strangers to Children: The Gift of Adoption 29:15

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Most Christians understand salvation primarily through the lens of forgiveness, but there's a profound truth many overlook – God didn't just forgive us, He adopted us. This remarkable message explores how adoption stands at the very heart of salvation, revealing the breathtaking depths of God's love for us. Drawing from Ephesians 1:5, Galatians 4:4…

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God Saves Sinners: Born Again and Made New 30:22

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Salvation is often misunderstood as simply becoming a better person or getting more religious. In this eye-opening message from John 3, Pastor Tim Mann tackles Jesus' famous conversation with Nicodemus to reveal what true salvation actually means. When Jesus told this respected religious leader, "You must be born again," He wasn't suggesting a mora…

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Stand Like Men: A Call To Courageous Faith 30:23

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"Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong, let all that you do be done with love." These five imperatives from 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 form the backbone of Pastor Timothy Mann's urgent message to Christians—particularly men—living in a culture of compromise and confusion. Drawing from military imagery of a watchman on the wall, Pastor Man…

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The Shepherd Knows His Sheep 29:17

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What does it mean to be truly known? In a world where many feel anonymous despite being constantly connected, Pastor Timothy Mann delivers a profound message about the God who not only sees us but knows us intimately by name. Drawing from Jesus' words in John 10, Mann reveals how the Good Shepherd's knowledge of His sheep goes far beyond mere aware…

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What Must I Do To Be Saved? 31:01

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"What must I do to be saved?" It's not a theological debate question but a soul-level, eternity-shaping cry that demands an answer. In this powerful teaching from Acts 16, we witness a midnight jailhouse encounter that perfectly captures the essence of salvation. The scene unfolds dramatically—Paul and Silas, beaten and imprisoned for preaching the…

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God Saves: The Miracle of God's Grace 33:40

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What does it truly mean to be saved? In this powerful opening message of the "God Saves" series, Pastor Timothy Mann cuts through common misconceptions to reveal the radical truth of salvation from Ephesians 2:1-10. Like someone floating face down in water, our spiritual condition before Christ isn't just injured or struggling—we're dead. The stark…

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Am I A Christian: Belief, Behavior, Belonging 25:10

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What makes someone a genuine Christian? It's a question that strikes at the heart of faith itself, and one that Pastor Timothy Mann addresses with remarkable clarity in this enlightening message from Providence Church. Nicholas Kristof once had a public conversation with Pastor Tim Keller that was published in the New York Times. In this exchange, …

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Love Your Neighbor: The Essential Core of Christianity 29:13

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Navigating what it truly means to love our neighbor ranks among the most challenging aspects of living out our Christian faith. Pastor Timothy Mann cuts through cultural confusion with a powerful reminder that love isn't an optional extra for believers—it's the main course. Drawing from John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:20, and Mark 12:29-31, Pastor Tim esta…

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Overcoming Worry: Jesus's Radical Command in Matthew 6 29:03

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What if worry is more than just an inconvenient emotional state? What if it's actually a theological problem that strikes at the heart of our relationship with God? Pastor Timothy Mann's powerful teaching from Matthew 6:24-34 reveals the radical nature of Jesus's command: "Do not worry about your life." This isn't a suggestion or helpful tip—it's a…

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Divine Design: Beauty and Brokeness 29:44

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What happens when paradise is lost? Pastor Mann continues the Divine Design series with a profound exploration of how the Fall in Genesis 3 shapes our understanding of gender, identity, and human brokenness. The message begins where last week's ended—with Adam and Eve "naked and unashamed" in perfect harmony with each other and with God. But paradi…

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Divine Design: The Creator's Good Design 29:41

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Where does human identity come from? In an age of increasing confusion about gender and sexuality, Dr Timothy Mann returns to the foundations of Biblical truth with a powerful message on divine design. Starting with a compelling illustration of an airplane manufacturing plant, Dr Mann demonstrates how intentional design requires following a precise…

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Divine Design: Navigating Gender Identity 29:36

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Where do we turn for truth in a world that constantly shifts its moral landscape? Pastor Timothy Mann tackles this pivotal question in his thought-provoking message on gender identity and Biblical authority. Beginning with the cultural earthquake of Bruce Jenner's transformation to Caitlyn in 2015, Pastor Mann illustrates how rapidly transgender is…

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Ruth 2:1–13 — Why Me?

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God begins to turn around Naomi’s life in Ruth 2:1-13, a picture of what he does for his church. Ruth ventures into the fields in faith and just “happens” to meet Boaz, who shows her unexpected kindness. Her response, “Why have I found favor?” is something Christians today have even more reason to echo. Participants: Andrew Miller, Mark A. Winder, …

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Divine Design: Why We Need a Firm Foundation With Marriage, Gender, & Sexuality 29:43

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Dr Timothy Mann teaches us why and how we clearly and lovingly point our children to Jesus in a world cluttered in opinions on gender and sexuality. How do we build a firm foundation when it comes to marriage, gender, and sexuality.By Dr Timothy Mann

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Exodus 33:1-11: Restoring Fellowship With God 29:26

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The Israelites had sinned greatly against God and suffered many consequences for their actions. But God is faithful and will still keep His promises. So how do we restore fellowship with God after we sin greatly? Dr Timothy Mann leads us through this passage in order to show God's holiness, justice and grace.…

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Exodus 32:25-35: Whose Side Are You On? 29:23

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Pastor Tim teaches on Exodus 32:25-35. Just as Moses asks the people of Israel, so Pastor Tim asks you, "Whose side are you on?"By Dr Timothy Mann

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Ephesians 3:1–13 — Paul’s Gospel Ministry

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What does ‘mystery’ have to do with Paul’s ministry? Does it mean that Paul’s ministry is somehow mysterious? Does it mean that Paul’s ministry is difficult to understand? Not at all! Rather, Paul had the privilege of proclaiming the glorious ‘mystery of the gospel of Jesus Christ. But what does that mean? Join us for this episode of Proclaiming Ch…

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Ruth 1:6–22 — Turning the Bitter Sweet

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In Ruth 1, God brings back a wandering sheep in Naomi, showing us his grace and power. But Naomi still thinks God has dealt bitterly with her and defines herself as “Mara.” Join us as we discuss important preaching points in Ruth 1:6-22 and see how God turns sweet what sin has made bitter. Participants: Andrew Miller, Mark A. Winder, Robert Arendal…

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Ephesians 2:20–22 — A Firm Foundation

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If you lived in the ancient city of Ephesus, the most majestic structure that you would see on a daily basis would be the temple to the pagan goddess, Artemis. By all earthly standards, this temple was a magnificent structure. But if you were to ask your Christian neighbor, “What is the greatest structure in Ephesus?” He would no doubt answer, “Why…

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Genesis 35:1–15 — The Return to Bethel

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In Genesis 35 we have the “and back again” portion of Jacob’s journey. He comes back to where he started. Jacob’s journey back to Bethel marks the end of a larger story that had begun two decades ago. Everything that happened in between is now culminating in this place as God speaks to Jacob. At long last Jacob keeps his promise and God reaffirmed …

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Ruth 1:1–5 — Going to a Far Country

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What happens when you leave the people of God and venture to a far country? And when tragedy strikes there, is there any hope that God’s grace can restore what sin has devastated? Welcome to the book of Ruth, where we find curse and death but also God’s amazing grace. Ruth reveals the power of God’s grace in Christ to bring fullness where there was…

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Mark 1:14–45 — What Is the Gospel

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There is a transition that occurs between the ministry of John the Baptist and the Ministry of Jesus. John begins to decrease, and Jesus begins to increase. The Lord Jesus teaches and shows what the gospel is by his words and actions. We see how Jesus himself is the subject matter of the good news—the gospel, and his words and actions reveal the na…

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Genesis 34 — Rape and Retribution

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Something significant is missing in Genesis 34 as we read one of the most shocking stories of Scripture. How do you preach Christ in a text where a violent act is met with severe retribution? Are Jacob’s sons exercising just judgment or personal revenge? Does this episode parallel the later conquest of Canaan? We seek to answer these questions and …

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Ephesians 2:11–19 — Brought Near in Christ

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Paul calls upon his readers to remember five realities of their former life: separated from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel, strangers to the covenants, having no hope, and without God. But the glorious good news is “BUT NOW in Christ Jesus” those who were far off have been brought near. Jesus, through his death and resurrection, …

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Ephesians 2:4–10 — The Good News

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Although humanity is dead and lost in sin, with no way to merit favor with God, God is rich in mercy and loves his people with a great love. Those whom God loves are then saved only through the death, resurrection, ascension, and session of Jesus Christ. Believers then, through their union with Christ, are privileged to have died with him, been res…

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Mark 1:1–15 — The Beginning of the Gospel

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In this episode, we introduce the Gospel of Mark. We also explore how Mark introduces us to the person of Jesus Christ and the Gospel. Of special interest is the redemptive nature of the Gospel. This is shown by Mark’s high Christology (Jesus is God), John’s baptism, and Jesus’ successful resistance of Satan’s temptation. Participants: Jim Cassidy,…

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Genesis 33 — Reconciled with God and Man

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Moses brings us to the height of the conflict between Jacob and Esau. We look at the need to preserve the tension in the story while connecting it to the larger narrative. Here we learn how Jacob’s humility leads to a resolution of conflict. We see also the high point of the story — the building of the altar, as Jacob has reconciled with God and ma…

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Ephesians 2:1–10 — The Bad News (Part One)

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In this episode, we consider the reality that mankind, apart from God’s glorious grace, is completely and totally lost in sin. Before Paul moves to extol the riches of God’s grace in Eph 2:4–10, he first digs down deep to expose the reality of sinful man’s helpless estate. The more we understand the depth of our sin, the more we will fall to our kn…

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Psalm 18 — David’s Profession of Righteousness

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In this episode, we explain the meaning of David’s profession of righteousness. How can David speak about himself as being without guilt, relative to God’s law, when we know he was a sinner? If our salvation is by grace alone, then how can David say that God rewarded him for his righteousness by saving him from his enemies? Participants: Jim Cassid…

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Ephesians 1:18–23 — Paul’s Prayer (Part Two)

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In part two of Paul’s Prayer we return to consider Paul’s prayer for the Ephesian believers. Yes, Paul’s burden is that the Ephesian believers would know the Lord. But what specifically does he pray for them? What specifically, in this passage, does he want them to know? Join us as we reflect on Paul’s — and the Lord’s — burden for his people. Part…

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Ephesians 1:15–18 — Paul’s Prayer (Part One)

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In part one of Paul’s Prayer, we will examine how the apostle Paul prays for the Spirit to be at work so that Christians can know God more. Paul’s thankfulness for the believers at Ephesus moves him to constant prayer that God would soften their hearts and open their eyes to hear and believe the gospel. This should be our burden in prayer: that we …

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Genesis 32:13–32 — Wrestling with God

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Jacob expects a conflict with Esau but instead ends up wrestling with an unknown assailant, who can clearly best him at any moment. But when that moment comes, Jacob will not release his hold until he receives a blessing. The content of that blessing points to the God who will not forsake Jacob and will fulfill his covenant promises. Participants: …

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Psalm 5 — Christian Hatred

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What is a Christian to do with the imprecatory Psalms? Are they to be read and sung today, and if so, with what understanding? Jim Cassidy talks about how to situate the Psalms within their redemptive-historical context, instead of reading them in the abstract. Participants: Jim Cassidy, Mark A. Winder…

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Genesis 32:1–12 — Preparing for Conflict

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As Jacob continues toward Canaan in obedience to God’s call, he comes up against another significant obstacle: Esau is coming to meet him Genesis 32:1–12—preparing for conflict with a small army. Jacob’s reliance upon God’s covenant promises, and his humble prayer, are models for today’s Christians. We may pray with confidence as did Jacob, for the…

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Matthew 4:1-11 — The Testing and Temptation of the Son of God — Part One

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This episode looks at the testing of Jesus that comes on the heels of his baptism. At his baptism, the Father declares “This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased.” Satan comes to test that claim. But God has his own purposes as Jesus is led into the wilderness to demonstrate that he is indeed who the father declared him to be. Participant…

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Psalm 2 — A Biblical Conspiracy Theory

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Psalm 2 speaks of rebellious kings conspiring together against the Lord and his anointed. But the outcome of such conspiracies is clear. The Son will have the earth as his possession. Participants: Jim Cassidy, Mark A. Winder, Robert ArendaleBy Reformed Forum

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Ephesians 1:11–14 — The Believer’s Inheritance

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In Eph 1:11–14 the Apostle Paul describes the glorious heavenly inheritance of the Christian. He seeks to encourage the Ephesian Christians—many of whom had given up earthly glory—by reminding them of an even greater glory in Christ. May Paul’s words be a wonderful encouragement to the church today! Participants: Jim Cassidy, Mark A. Winder, Robert…

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Genesis 31:22–55 — Jacob’s Covenant with Laban

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The narrative portions of Scripture serve to highlight the paradigm established by Genesis 3:15. In the story of Jacob and Laban we see primarily not a conflict between two human beings but a conflict between the one true God and the gods of Laban. Laban’s gods are helpless and put to shame. Jacob’s God fulfills his covenant and provides a redeemer…

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Psalm 1 — The Blessed Man

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We embark on a study through a new book—Psalms. Jim Cassidy provides some important interpretive principles which he illustrates through a consideration of Psalm 1. Written for Israel, a nation under a theocracy, how do the Psalms manifest Christ, and how are they applicable to us today? How may it be said that the Christian today will prosper? Par…

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Matthew 3:13–17 — To Fulfill All Righteousness

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The baptism of Jesus is a pivotal event in the life of Christ and in all of redemptive history. In this episode, we explore its significance, seek to answer the question of why Jesus would need to undergo a baptism of repentance, and examine some of the thematic elements of his baptism. Participants: Joel Fick, Mark A. Winder…

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Genesis 31:1–21 — Jacob Makes His Escape

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Jacob exhibits his faith as he responds in obedience to the Lord’s command to return to the land of his fathers. He had made a vow before the Lord, and the Lord now calls upon him to keep his vows. In this episode we see an appearance of “the angel of God,” who points Jacob — and us — to a greater inheritance than land or riches, but the inheritanc…

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Hosea 14 — Turn Around

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Repentance today is a byword. It conjures up images of a religious fanatic standing on a street corner with a cheap megaphone that more obscures the sound than amplifies it. But the call to repentance is divine grace. In this final chapter of Hosea, the Lord calls Israel to return to him. What a gift this is! God’s arms remain wide open. He will ta…

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Matthew 3:1–12 — A Voice Crying in the Wilderness

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In this episode we see how John, the last prophet of the Old Covenant, transitions us to the New Covenant era by announcing the arrival of the LORD in the person of Jesus Christ. The focus of the passage is not on the uniqueness of John the Baptist, but the uniqueness of the one toward whom he points. Participants: Joel Fick, Mark A. Winder…