The glory of the Holy Spirit brings life Part 5
Today on "Discover the Word," we'll talk about how the glory of the law fades because it brings death and condemnation, but the new glory—the glory of the Spirit—brings life. Be part of the group as they finish their week-long study in Second Corinthians chapter 3, today on "Discover the Word"!
Being spiritual; not religious Part 3
We often hear people say, “I’m spiritual but not religious,” which is often a reaction against the institutional church. But people in the church sometimes say the same thing. Today on "Discover the Word," we will discuss the apostle Paul’s depiction of spirituality. Would Paul say he’s “spiritual but not religious?”
How to let God’s love shine Part 2
As Christians, I think we’d rather be known for what we’re for, than what we’re against. Today on "Discover the Word," we'll talk about how we’re a greater witness to people when we allow the love of God to shine through our transformed hearts than when we try and impose our standards of moral conduct upon them.
Trusting God to finish the work He began Part 1
Date: Monday, February 15, 2016
Title: Discovering the Word, part 1 of 5
Text: 2 Corinthians 3
Have you ever wondered how Paul could send a reference letter commending the believers in Corinth when they were such a mess? Today on Discover the Word, we begin this week’s discussion based in Paul’s second letter to the Corinthians. In it he addresses their…
Practical ways to follow the example of the Good Samaritan, and be good stewards of our time and resources Part 25
There are many different charities and organizations around the world in need of resources. As followers of Christ, are we called to help everyone who holds out their hand?
A fresh perspective on the story of the Good Samaritan Part 23
In Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan, we tend to point a finger at those who passed by the wounded man. But what if they had good reason to look the other way?
Looking at how Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan leaves little space for interpretation Part 22
An unscrupulous lawyer is always on the lookout for a loophole in the law. But when a crafty attorney tried to pick holes in God’s Law, Jesus left him no wiggle room.
Old Testament Law in the life of New Testament Christians Part 15
As followers of Christ, we’re not under the law, but under grace. So do the commandments in the Old Testament have any relevance for us today?
How a distorted view of the Law can impact our understanding of God Part 13
There are two ways we can view God’s law, either as a document declaring our freedom, or as a censure curbing our pleasure. Let's go back to the garden of Eden to reveal how a distorted view of the Law impacts our understanding of God.
Discover how temptation is really a choice, to either love God or to go against Him Part 10
Cornered with an enticing temptation, and seeing no way out, it’s easy to believe that giving in is the only option. Another interesting study on the role of the Ten Commandments.
Find out how the Ten Commandments can offer us true freedom Part 9
According to the “Discover the Word” team, sin is a desire to be free from God. Let's study the Ten Commandments and discover that instead of restricting us, they actually offer us true freedom.
Discover how the Ten Commandments play into God’s plan of salvation Part 6
In light of Christ’s sacrifice on the Cross, it’s easy to assume the Ten Commandments don’t apply to us today. Let's look at the apostle Paul’s treatise on the balance between law and grace, and find that the commandments play a vital role in God’s plan of salvation. A study of Romans 7.
How the Ten Commandments point us to Christ Part 5
Some may think the Ten Commandments are archaic rules that don’t apply to our lives today. Discover how the commandments are an integral part of the bigger picture of God’s work through history, and ultimately point us to Christ.
Let’s take a panoramic view of the Law and its place in our salvation Part 4
On the surface, the rules and regulations of the Old Testament may seem rigid and impractical. But seen in a larger context, they’re actually part of God’s perfect design! Let's take a fresh perspective on the Ten Commandments.
