#383 - Michael Rydelnik Interview - How Should Christians Think about Israel?

What does the Bible actually say about Israel, and what does that mean for Christians today? In this episode of Live the Bible, we hear from Dr. Michael Rydelnik, a radio host, teacher at Moody Bible Institute, and Messianic Jew, and look at one of the most debated topics among Christians today: h…

#382 - How to Steer Your Strange Firebird

Today’s prevailing opinion tells you that as long as you’re sincere, you have a seat at God’s table. As long as your good deeds outweigh your bad deeds, the Almighty will give you a thumb’s up. But that’s not quite right, is it? Jesus’ words, “No one comes to the Father except through me,” may so…

#381 - God Longs to Be With You

How often do you keep track of other people’s mistakes? In today’s episode of Live the Bible, I begin by sharing a story I’m not that proud of—when I used to count the mistakes of my English teacher! Yep. Aren’t we glad God doesn’t do the same to us? If you’ve ever felt like your many sins keep y…

#380 - 3 Ways to Devote Your Life to God

You’ve probably noticed, but balance is never a one-and-done deal. It takes constant focus. And it’s tough work! Oftentimes the decisions and struggles we face each day pull us in every direction, threatening to knock us off the tightrope. But there is good news. God provides a safety net for us…

#379 - How to Give God Your Best

If you’re like me, there is something you’d like to change about yourself or your life. As a society, we’re obsessed with self-improvement. As Christians, we’re committed to it. Whether it’s exercise, dieting, or Bible reading, we’re convinced we can do better if only we give it the ol’ college tr…

#378 - How to Enjoy Peace With God

Here’s a tough question... What one problem in your life, if it were solved today, would make everything better? We tend to focus on symptoms (pain points) rather than on root causes. We want to fix the problems we feel rather than what causes those problems. In this episode of Live the Bible, w…

#377 - What to Do with the Rest of Your Life

When someone does us a favor, we tend to feel obligated to pay back the kindness. It’s just part of who we are. It’s gratitude. Yet when it comes to God’s favor on us, we face a debt we can never repay. So what can we do to express gratitude? This episode of Live the Bible teaches us how to resp…

#376 - How Can You Know God Accepts You

God is love. But He is more than that. The same Bible also teaches that our Lord is a God of wrath. He loves sinners, but hates sin. So how does God choose which attribute to act on—love or wrath? And how can we know if God accepts us—for sure? To discover the answer, this episode of Live the Bi…

#375 - Unwrapping One of God’s Greatest Gifts to You

When’s the last time you received a gift that you didn’t open? Probably never! We can’t wait to unwrap gifts that our loved ones have picked out just for us. But often, that’s exactly what we do with one of God’s greatest gifts. It’s a gift Ruth and Naomi received in real life—in the Bible. In t…

#374 - How God is Guiding Your Life

Think of the surprising turning points in your life. I’m talking about those random conversations, chance encounters, and off-the-cuff decisions that seemed insignificant but ended up changing the course of your life. We might chalk these moments up to coincidence, but Scripture shows us otherwise…