255: Temptation

When God created the angels, did He know which ones would rebel and become demons?  Does God know everything before it happens?

Everyone seems to be looking to make a profit in this life.  Is there a profit that all mankind can gain from?  Furthermore, what is the human condition that hinders true profit? 

Luke 16:1-13 contains a parable without a clear explanation provided. What lessons can we glean from it?

The experience of being forced underwater and dragged away from shore offers some valuable lessons for dealing with spiritual challenges all Christians will face in this life.

Major conflict can be set off by a small spark. That is, if we don’t pause to ask if the spark really justifies the response. 

God has called us out of the world for a purpose. As He prepares us for that ultimate purpose, God wants us to learn how to walk – how to live – not as the world walks, but according to His commands and His ways.

John Akhwari was an Olympic Marathon runner and is best known for what he did when disaster struck. What will you do when you face difficulties in your life?

What is temptation, where does temptation come from, and how does one resist it? Listen to this week’s podcast and we’ll begin to scratch the surface on this subject.

Our attitude has a huge impact on our life.  What is our attitude and how can we change it positively?

It can be tough to stay motivated so Bible study doesn’t just feel like a duty! Planning, relevance, and variety can help.