Today we look at 1 John 2 and discuss the call to holiness, the forgiveness of sins, and the motivation to follow God‘s commandments. We pray this episode blesses you. And we thank for listening! If you are interested in connecting with Joel for missions, speaking, or teaching; he can be reached at [email protected] Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today Dr. Joel Mattson-Boze helps us study the Bible. It is important to pray for the Holy Spirit‘s help, slow down, look at context, and ask yourself questions as you read. We look at Psalm 36 and contrast living in wickedness, blinded to the fear of the Lord, to God‘s steadfast love. We pray this episode blesses you. And we thank for listening! If you are interested in connecting with Joel for missions, speaking, or teaching; he can be reached at [email protected] Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today Dr. Joel Mattson-Boze helps us study the Bible. It is important to pray for the Holy Spirit‘s help, slow down, look at context, and ask yourself questions as you read.  We look at Acts 5: 1-11 and see how improper motives, lying, and wanting the praise of man can lead to destruction. But how the grace and fear of God can cause the church to thrive with power.  We pray this episode blesses you. And we thank for listening! If you are interested in connecting with Joel for missions, speaking, or teaching; he can be reached at [email protected] Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today we look at James 2:1-13 and discuss the sin of partiality. Lord give us your eyes as we look at other people and help us become merciful and full of love as we engage our world.   Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today we look at James 1:19-27. We discover: 1. A formula to help us not become angry 2. To look at the word and be changed toward action 3. We can be a doer by (a.) taming our tongue (b.) visiting orphans and widows (c.) being unstained by the world  Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today we look at James 1:12-18. We look at 3 ways to think rightly in trials: 1. Knowing a good reward is coming for those who love God. 2. Knowing God does NOT use trials to tempt us toward sin. 3. Remembering God is the giver of good gifts. Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today we look at James 1:9-11. It’s not your material resources that will get you through this life but rather your spiritual ones. Today we look at trials the rich and poor face.  Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today We look at James 1:5-8 Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today we start a series going through the book of James. James 1:2-4 - Counting it all Joy when we meet trials of various kinds. Merch: https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support

Today we look at 5 Truths to help you break the lies money and possessions offer.  1. Giving Rather Than Consuming Will Make You Happy  2. Thankfulness Is The Foundation Of Contentment 3. You Are Valued! More Things Wont Add To Your Value. 4. Everything You Own Will Go Away. 5. The Good News! Email prayer request: [email protected] Merch:  https://my-store-ce8e32-2.creator-spring.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thediligentdisciple/support