Discover the biblical prescription for clearing up disagreements Part 12
The process of reconciliation can sometimes be messy, but according to Scripture, the health of our relationships is important to God! Perhaps there’s someone you need to get right with.
Find out why reconciliation is an important part of the Christian life Part 11
If you’ve been a member of a church for long you know it’s not always easy to get along with other Christians! Let's study Jesus’ illustrations in the Sermon on the Mount.
Discover how to appropriately express righteous anger Part 10
We all lose our cool from time to time. But according to the “Discover the Word” team, we need to be mindful of not just what we say, but how we communicate it!
Let’s look at Jesus’ example of what righteous anger looks like Part 9
In Matthew chapter five, Jesus emphasizes the seriousness of flying off the handle. But is there ever a situation where anger would be warranted?
Weighing the outcome of this crucial decision: to love or reject God Part 8
We make decisions every day. But no choice is more life-impacting or full of eternal significance than our choice to love—or reject—God. Let's weigh the outcome of this crucial decision.
Be part of this fascinating study of the Sermon on the Mount Part 7
The idea of hell may conjure images of eternal pain and torment. But according to the “Discover the Word” team, Jesus described a different picture when He talked about hell.
Gain a fresh perspective on what Jesus said about heaven and hell Part 6
It’s the party of the century, and you’ve been invited! But you’re busy and claim to have better things to do. That is, until you hear what a great time everyone had!
An intriguing discussion about the seriousness of unbridled anger Part 5
Words are powerful. And according to the teaching of Jesus, words said in anger can be just as destructive as physically hurting someone. Let' continue a thought-provoking study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. Jesus takes unbridled anger seriously, and we should too!
Shedding light on Jesus’ teaching about speaking in anger Part 4
If you’ve been wounded by hurtful language or verbal abuse, you know the pain it can cause. Let's shed light on Jesus’ teaching in Matthew chapter five.
Discover the unique teaching formats Jesus used to speak to the very first Christians Part 3
Jesus’ teaching style is effective and unique. It draws us into the learning process, rather than telling us all the answers up front.
Find practical guidance for today from Jesus’ teaching to the Pharisees Part 2
It’s good to go to church on Sunday and read our Bible regularly, but when we set these actions up as self-made rules that must be followed, we’ve missed the point. Unravel Jesus’ teaching to the Pharisees in Matthew chapter five.
Jesus’ definition of good, and if it’s ever possible for us to be good enough Part 1
No matter how good our behavior is, it pales in comparison to a holy God! Let's revisit Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.
Concluding our study of the Beatitudes with a powerful reminder Part 50
As followers of Christ, we don’t live for this world. We have the hope of heaven to look forward to one day!
Knowing how to rejoice in God, even in the midst of persecution Part 49
It’s one thing to stand strong when your beliefs are challenged. But it’s even harder to consider yourself blessed in that awkward moment! Let's look to Scripture and find wisdom in knowing how to rejoice in the midst of persecution.
Jesus Christ is right beside us in those difficult moments Part 48
History is full of examples of men and women who’ve been persecuted for their faith. But it’s not something relegated to the distant past. Does persecution still happen today?
