The Increase
The Increase
Ryan Day
"The Increase" is a weekly podcast designed to bring excellent Bible teaching into your everyday life. Listen and learn with Pastor Ryan Day, from Wrightsdale Baptist Church in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.
The Parable of the Lost Coin
When Jesus tells the story of a lost coin and a woman’s desperate search for it, what can we learn about pursuing people who are far from God? How should you view those friends, neighbors, and co-workers who are still far from faith?   (Lost and Found, part 2)
Aug 1, 2022
37 min
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
In Luke chapter 15, Jesus told three of His most famous stories. But these stories weren’t about entertainment value— they were meant to teach dynamic spiritual truth. So what are some of Jesus’ perspectives when it comes to spiritually lost people? How might you need to adjust your attitudes and actions when it comes to reaching wayward people?  (Lost and Found, part 1)
Jul 25, 2022
38 min
A Cripple at the King's Table
It's one of the most heart-warming examples of “amazing grace” in the Old Testament. King David initiates a meeting with a disabled man that would forever change the man's life. As we consider this true story, how does it illustrate God’s grace in your life and mine?  *Communion Message 
Jul 18, 2022
36 min
Six Strategies for Staying Safe
Not long ago, a woman named Jennifer survived a tornado’s terrible fury by clinging to a tree outside her Alabama home.  In today’s secular world that swirls with false teachings and religious frauds, how can you stay spiritually safe?  (Jude: Fight for the Faith, Conclusion)
Jul 11, 2022
36 min
Real-Life Villains
Whenever we heard the word “villain”, we typically think of the bad-guy character in a book, TV show, or movie. But when Jude wrote to Christians, he wanted us to know that there are real-life villains to contend with who are corrupting true Christianity. How can you spot these religious villains in today’s world?  (Jude: Fight for the Faith, part 4)
Jul 4, 2022
42 min
Exposing Twisted Teachers
In that famous movie The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy and her friends expose the mighty Oz as a pretender and a fraud. As we look at Jude’s letter, how does he pull back the curtain on false teachers? As a Christian, what red flags should you look for when it comes to false teachers in today’s world? (Jude: Fight for the Faith, part 3)
Jun 27, 2022
44 min
When It's Time to Fight
Not long ago, a North Carolina couple was attacked outside their home by a wild bobcat. In that moment, they were forced to fight.  In Jude’s opening verses, he urges Christians to fight for Christianity; to protect it from false teachers who would damage or destroy it.  So what does this fight look like for you? (Jude: Fight for the Faith, part 2)
Jun 20, 2022
40 min
Jude: Doubter to Defender
Jude was one of Jesus’ half-brothers, and a powerful defender of Christianity. He even wrote one of the letters of the New Testament. But in his early years, Jude was a doubter and a skeptic. So how did a doubter turn into a defender?  What hope is there for your agnostic or atheistic friends coming to faith in Jesus?  (Jude: Fight for the Faith, part 1)
Jun 6, 2022
41 min
The Right Kind of Ministry
If you’re learning something new or doing something for the very first time, common sense says to have someone teach you or coach you along. So what can you learn about doing ministry from an experienced Christian like the Apostle Paul?  What is the right way to do ministry for Jesus? (JESUS+Me, conclusion) 
May 30, 2022
38 min
A Spiritual Revolution
If you’re going to be successful in your mission for Jesus, then you need to listen closely to the vital details that Jesus wants you to know.  How can ordinary people like you and me spark a spiritual revolution? (JESUS+Me, part 3)
May 23, 2022
40 min
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