Episodes

Most believers view the resurrection through a historical lens: celebrating the great victory Jesus won almost 2,000 years ago. However, there is an overflow of power from the empty tomb that is still lingering in this world,...

The body of Christ is described as being “one bread”; we inherit this status from the Son of God who was “living bread which came down from heaven.” He existed to feed those who are hungry for truth. We are called to do the s...

Believers are named “a chosen generation” in 1 Peter 2:9. The Scripture declares God Himself chose us before the foundation of this world; so surely, He will keep us and preserve us until the new creation arrives. What a powe...

Believers are called “the rich of the earth” in several translations of Psalms 22:29. This is a reference to what Jesus called “true riches.” It is important to see yourself, not as a struggling defeated person, but someone r...

Is the “Prosperity Gospel” right or wrong—or is there a balanced biblical view of this concept that is healthy, beneficial, and wholesome? In the last podcast, we examined our calling to be “The Prosperous of the Earth” (Psal...

God’s people are named “the prosperous of the earth” in Psalm 22:29. Why would God do that unless prosperity is something He intends to pour out. But does that always involve material or financial gain? Is there a balanced an...

In Exodus 19:6 Israel is called “a holy nation”; in 1 Peter 2:9 the church is called “a holy nation.” Whether Old or New Covenant, the requirement for fellowship with God is the same: holiness. Because God is holy, He command...

Priests were called “ministers of the altar” in the Old Testament. Believers now fulfill this calling too, on a higher level—ministering to people and ministering to God. Abraham was an altar-builder. Learn about the seven sp...

Ancient altars, designed by God, contained hidden, prophetic symbolism concerning New Testament realities. In the Old Testament, priests were called “ ministers of the altar ” (Joel 1:13). This is true for New Testament pries...

In 1 Peter 2:9 God calls His people “A ROYAL PRIESTHOOD.” That blends two opposite callings together into one: the calling to be “kings” (ruling with Jesus over the darkness of this world) and “priests” (serving God and servi...

Born-again believers are called “a holy priesthood” in 1 Peter 2:5. The function of a priestly calling was first evidenced in Abel and continued through patriarchs like Job, Noah, and Abraham. What lessons can we learn from t...

The word “savior” means “one who brings salvation.” Jesus is the “Savior of the world” (1 Jn. 4:14). But those who sincerely follow Him often share the message of salvation with others and thus, reflect His image and inherit ...

Two times Jesus said, “I am the light of the world.” Circumstances surrounding that powerful declaration speaks an enlightening message to those who inherit the same calling. Learn mysteries concerning the symbol of light in ...

Being a cheerful giver means so much more than just contributing finances to His work. Once God deposits gifts in your life, the joy of life is to give those gifts away to others, opening your mind to creative ideas sent from...

As you are opening gifts on this Christmas Day, learn how you are called to be a gift to God. Host Mike Shreve talks about God's gift to us then goes into Scripture to share how you can be gift to Him.

God has an elect people, predestined and chosen in Him before the foundation of the world. Discover the confidence that comes with the realization of this status. Learn the balanced view that opens the door of salvation to al...

“Who shall bring a charge against God’s elect? It is God who justifies” (Romans 8:33). This eye-opening message will reveal why God calls His people “the elect” and the power of receiving a divine election, a predetermined pl...

In the Song of Solomon, the bride asks to be placed as “a seal” upon the heart of the Shepherd/King/Bridegroom. A seal is an emblem of authenticity and authority that bears an image identified with the owner. This is all abou...

Just before ascending, Jesus identified a primary title that would rest upon the church. He said, “You shall be witnesses.” They changed the world. On the first Thanksgiving in 1621, the pilgrims “witnessed” their gratitude t...

Jesus removes the yoke of sin but offers a new yoke—the yoke of discipleship. He urges, “Take my yoke upon you and learn of Me.” Animals yoked together must be willing to go the same direction at the same speed. Explore the b...

The bride of Christ is called “His Undefiled” in the Song of Solomon. How is that possible? We have all been defiled by the fallen nature. Yet “the bride” has been presented as a “chaste virgin to Christ.” Restored spiritual ...

The bride of Christ is named “His Dove” in the Song of Solomon. Those who are married to the Lord Jesus in a covenant relationship fulfill this symbol in five profoundly beautiful ways. This revelation is rich and will give y...

The “Shulamite” is a unique name for God’s people in the Song of Solomon. That deeply symbolic book features loving conversations between a bridegroom and his bride-to-be, symbolizing Jesus, the heavenly Bridegroom and the br...

The Holy Spirit is called “the spirit of adoption” (Romans 8:15). In that role, he fills the hearts of those who are estranged from God and births them into the family of God. From that point, we are no longer orphans, helple...