Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23
In the Parable of the Sower, Jesus tells us that it is our job to sow. We need to sow the Word of God (the seed). God is responsible for the soil, the heart of the hearer.
Scripture: Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles teaches what the Bible has to say about God’s future Kingdom on earth and how it applies to each of us. Believers should seek first His kingdom and His righteousness–and be His witnesses. Unbelievers should take today’s opportunity to accept Christ.
Scripture: Selections from Matthew 25 and James 2
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of James and from Matthew what the Lord is looking for in the lives of Christians.
Scripture: Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles discusses questions about angels, prodigals, women, and the Holy Spirit—from a biblical perspective in this final part of our Q&A sessions.
Posted on Jul 30, 2023
Fish, Family, Foot-Washing, Prophecy, and our Woke World (Q&A Part 3)
Scripture: Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles discusses questions about fish, family, foot-washing, prophecy, and our woke world—from a biblical perspective in this third part of our Q&A sessions.
Scripture: Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles continues the Q&A on questions from the Bible related to the afterlife and God’s promises to Israel and to us.
Posted on Jul 16, 2023
What the Bible Says about Election and Discouragement (Q&A Part 1)
Scriptures: Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles leads a Q&A time on what the Bible Says about Election and discouragement.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34
Wayne Stiles teaches from 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 why Communion (the Lord’s Supper) is essential for us. Communion requires us to look backward—at Jesus’ death for our sins. It requires us to look forward—to Jesus’ coming for believers. It requires us to look inward—at our present walk with Jesus.
Scripture: 1 Peter 3:21, with supporting references from Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 16:30-33, Romans 6:3, and Acts 2:38
Wayne Stiles teaches what the Bible says about the ripple effect of baptism in your life. What does baptism really mean biblically? The Great Commission means more than getting wet, but it also means we are developing ourselves spiritually—and also developing others.
Posted on Jun 25, 2023
Leviticus Lesson 20: God’s Surprising Approach to Helping Us Grow
Scripture: Leviticus 26-27
Wayne Stiles teaches from Leviticus 26-27 that God’s surprising approach to helping us grow involves giving us His Word and His promise to bless obedience. When we blow it, God’s discipline motivates repentance—so that He may bless His people once again. Ultimately, our security is tied to the certainty of God’s promises.