Thinking on Scripture with Dr. Steven R. Cook
Religion & Spirituality:Christianity
In tonight's lesson we spent the whole hour discussing how God uses trials to help develop us spiritually. These trials become opportunities for us to grow into spiritual adults and to let our light shine for others to see. Paul wrote, “we exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven character; and proven character, hope” (Rom 5:3-4). James said, “Consider it a great joy, my brothers, whenever you experience various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces endurance. But endurance must do its complete work, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking nothing” (Jam 1:2-4 CSB). The Lord uses the fire of trials to burn away the dross of our weak character and to refine those golden qualities consistent with His character. The growing believer learns to praise God in and for the trials, knowing He uses them to strengthen our faith and develop us into spiritually mature Christians. Trials can make us bitter or better, depending on how we respond to them.
Biblical Encouragement - Part 1
Deuteronomy 25:1-10 - Corporal Punishment, Animal Rights, and Levirate Marriage
A Role Model for Believers
Deuteronomy 24:14-22 - Compassionate employers, caring for the poor, widows, orphans and aliens
1 John 1:1-10 - Including General Introduction
Deuteronomy 24:1-13 - Divorce and Remarriage, Loans and Pledges, Kidnapping
Deuteronomy 23:19-25 - And the Christian with Integrity
Jeremiah 36:1-32 - Jeremiah Commanded to Write a Scroll
Deuteronomy 23:9-18 - Keep military camps clean, treat runaway slaves justly, and no cultic prostitution
Deuteronomy 23:1-8 - Immigration Laws in Ancient Israel
Deuteronomy 22:13-30 - Sundry Laws About Marital Infidelity
Jeremiah 33:1-26 - God’s Promises of a Future for Israel and a Righteous Messiah
Deuteronomy 22:1-12 - Sundry Laws
Making a Biblical Marriage Free Audio Book
Deuteronomy 21:10-23 - War, War Brides, Disobedient Sons, and Dead Criminals
Ruth 4:1-22 Summary
Ruth 4:1-22
1 Peter 4:12-19 - Rejoicing in Trials and Suffering
Deuteronomy 21:1-9 - And Individual and Corporate Responsibility
Choosing a Righteous Life and Righteous Friends
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
Life After Ministry
Cast The Word
Let Me Be Frank | Bishop Frank Caggiano’s Podcast | Diocese of Bridgeport, CT
The Bible Recap
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)