Chester ARP Devotional Podcast
720 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -This is a devotional podcast of the Chester Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church in Chester, SC. These short 3-5 min devotionals are meant to help you to grow in your faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and to proclaim his amazing love to the world. New episodes will generally be posted on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays by 10 am.
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Rejoicing In Hope -- Romans 5:1-5
February 23, 2023 11:27 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBWe rejoice in our sufferings becasue we have been granted access to God through Jesus. We also know our sufferings produce perseverance, character, and hope.
By Grace Through Faith Alone -- Romans 4:13-25
February 22, 2023 12:38 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBWe are saved by grace through faith alone. There is no other way.
Abraham, Father of the Faithful -- Romans 4:9-12
February 21, 2023 12:14 - 6 minutes - 5.72 MBAbraham is the father of those who've placed their faith in Jesus. We are made right before God by faith alone.
Faith at the Center -- Romans 4:1-9
February 17, 2023 12:05 - 5 minutes - 5.28 MBFaith is the center of Christianity. Everything depends upon it.
What is an Atoning Sacrifice? -- Romans 3:21-31
February 16, 2023 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.6 MBJesus is our atoning sacrifice which means that he took God's wrath on himself for our sin. What a blessing!
Made Right With God -- Romans 3:21-31
February 15, 2023 12:14 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBPaul says that we are made right with God through faith in Jesus Christ.
Righteous Apart From Law -- Romans 3:21-31
February 13, 2023 12:13 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBPaul continues his discussion about how we are made right with God apart from following the Old Testament law perfectly. We are made right by faith in Jesus.
None of Us Are Righteous -- Romans 3:9-20
February 10, 2023 13:49 - 6 minutes - 5.58 MBNone of us are righteous before God. We have all gone astray, but there is hope in Jesus.
God is Faithful Regardless -- Romans 3:1-10
February 09, 2023 11:32 - 6 minutes - 5.59 MBGod is always faithful to fulfill his promises and the unfaithfulness of his people does not change that reality.
Hypocritical Religion -- Romans 2:12-22
February 08, 2023 12:12 - 6 minutes - 6 MBPaul tells those of us who are religious that we shouldn't get too haughty becasue we have a religious system by which we live our lives. God requires our hearts to be devoted to him, not just our bodies.
Don't Be Presumptuous -- Romans 2:1-10
February 07, 2023 11:27 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBGod is patient and kind with those whom he loves. We are not to presume that he apporoves of our sin becuase of he is kind.
The Consequences of Sin -- Romans 1:26-32
February 06, 2023 12:14 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MBThere are serious consequences for our sin, and they are not good for us.
God Gave Them Up -- Romans 1:24-25
February 03, 2023 12:30 - 6 minutes - 5.69 MBPaul continues his argument about how we got ourselves into our predicatment of sin and misery, which is essential for us to understand befroe we find true hope in Jesus.
Without Excuse -- Romans 1:18-23
February 02, 2023 12:35 - 5 minutes - 5.22 MBPaul begins his argument for the just outpouring of God's judgemnet on sin with an explanation of how we are without excuse in our sin.
Unashamed of the Gospel -- Romans 1:16-17
February 01, 2023 12:15 - 5 minutes - 4.9 MBPaul was unashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ becuase it is the power of God for salvation. We explore that statement in this podcast.
Encouraged By One Another -- Romans 1:8-15
January 31, 2023 12:15 - 4 minutes - 4.45 MBPaul teaches us how we are to encourage one another, tell the story of God's work in our lives, and share the good news about Jesus.
I'm Paul, An Apostle -- Romans 1:1-7
January 30, 2023 12:26 - 5 minutes - 5.09 MBThe Apostle Paul began his theological treatise to the Romans by introducing himself and his apostelship to them.
Devote Yourself to God -- Genesis 35:1-16
September 28, 2022 11:30 - 7 minutes - 6.43 MBJacob was called to devote himself and his household to God at Bethel, where God reconfirmed His promise to him and reminded him of the life transformation that God had brought into his life.
Bitterness Only Affects You -- Genesis 33
September 27, 2022 10:39 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBGod worked graciously in Esau's and Jacob's lives. He moved Esau to forgive Jacob and blessed them both through his grace. Holding onto bitterness only harms the bitter one.
Wrestling With God -- Genesis 32:24-32
September 26, 2022 11:40 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBJacob wrestled with God and he refused to give up until he received God's blessing. This was a turning point in his life as he was called to submit his life to God's will.
Jacob Sought Reconciliation with Esau -- Genesis 32:6-21
September 23, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBJacob trust that God would fulfill His promise to reconcile him to his brother Esau. However, Jacob also was willing to do what was necessary to bring about that reconciliation.
God is With His People -- Genesis 32:1-8
September 22, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.63 MBGod was with Jacob and He sent angels to minister to Jacob to prove to him that He was present. He does the same for us in His Holy Spirit.
Compromise is Necessary -- Genesis 31:43-55
September 21, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBJacob and Laban found a compromise and made an agreement to be witnessed by God. Oftentimes, that is the best way forward when we disagree with others.
Hard Work Pays Off -- Genesis 31:36-42
September 20, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBJacob worked hard for Laban even though Laban continued to change his wages. The Lord honored the hard work and commitment.
God Protects His People -- Genesis 31:22-35
September 19, 2022 11:38 - 7 minutes - 7.11 MBGod uses crooked and broken people for His purposes. He also protects those whom He has chosen.
Jacob Left Laban -- Genesis 31:1-21
September 14, 2022 11:10 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBGod was faithful to bless Jacob and his family while Laban was cheating him out of his wages. We have to trust God and follow him when people are treating us unfairly.
Jacob's Wealth Grows -- Genesis 30:25-43
September 13, 2022 10:47 - 7 minutes - 7.26 MBGod grows Jacob's wealth because He is gracious and kind and has a purpose for making his house strong. We've got to trust that He is doing all things well.
Dysfunction in Jacob's Family -- Gen 30:1-24
September 12, 2022 11:31 - 8 minutes - 12.9 MBJacob's family was dysfunctional and his wives were at war with each other. Yet, God brought blessing into that unsettled home.
Enduring in Unfair Circumstances -- Genesis 29:13-30
September 07, 2022 11:22 - 7 minutes - 6.68 MBLaban sinned against Jacob and didn't give him the wife that he had promised. Rather, he gave Jacob Leah, Rachel's older sister. Jacob had to endure in a most difficult situation.
Jacob Met Rachel -- Genesis 29:1-14
September 06, 2022 12:07 - 6 minutes - 5.99 MBJacob met Rachel according to God's providence and grace.
God Confirmed His Promise to Jacob -- Genesis 28:10-22
September 01, 2022 11:30 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MBGod confirmed his reaffirmed His covenant with Abraham to Jacob while he pursued his wife. The fulfillment of God's promises depends solely on His faithfulness.
Forgiveness is Essential to Happiness -- Genesis 28:1-9
August 31, 2022 11:19 - 7 minutes - 7.2 MBEsau held onto his grudge and refused to forgive his brother, mother, and father, and it costed him happiness and joy.
Revenge Doesn't Make Things Better -- Genesis 27:41-46
August 30, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MBEsau plotted revenge on Jacob because Jacob tricked him. The problem is that revenge never makes anything better. It just gets worse.
Jacob Tricked Esau -- Genesis 27
August 29, 2022 11:16 - 7 minutes - 6.4 MBJacob tricked Esau and stole his blessing from Isaac. Esau's only hope was to trust God in it all.
The Lord's Blessing Continues -- Genesis 26:23-33
August 26, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBThe Lord always keeps his promises. he blessed Isaac because of his promise to Isaac's father, Abraham.
When Fear Drives You --- Genesis 26:7-11
August 25, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.3 MBIsaac was afraid of what might happen to him if he told the truth about his wife Rebekah. So, he lied to the king and said she was his sister instead of trusting God with the truth.
Faith in the Trial -- Genesis 26:1-6
August 24, 2022 11:28 - 7 minutes - 11.2 MBIsaac was tested in the same way his father Abraham was. This shows us that trials come to us to test our faith. Will we be faithful?
Esau Only Cared About the Moment -- Genesis 25:27-34
August 23, 2022 11:00 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBEsau was caught up in his short-term desires and sold his birthright to his brother Jacob without regard to his future.
God Can Do It -- Genesis 25:19-26
August 22, 2022 11:15 - 6 minutes - 5.97 MBEsau and Jacob's births are proof that God wills to work all things according to his plan and he has the power to do it. He can bring life where there is none.
Abraham Grew in Grace -- Genesis 25:7-11
August 19, 2022 11:00 - 9 minutes - 8.36 MBThe end of an era came when Abraham and Sarah died, but the will and purpose of God continued on because it depends upon God and His ability to accomplish His will.
God Provided a Sacrifice -- Genesis 22:9-19
August 18, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.83 MBGod provided a substitute sacrifice for Abraham after Abraham had proved his faithfulness. God always rewards trust and obedience.
God Tested Abraham's Devotion -- Genesis 22:1-9
August 17, 2022 11:15 - 7 minutes - 6.41 MBGod tested Abraham's devotion by requiring Abraham to offer his son Isaac as a sacrifice. Abraham showed that nothing was more important to him than God.
It's Best to be in God's Care -- Genesis 21:6-21
August 16, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.43 MBIt was better for Isaac to be raised by Abraham and Sarah alone, and it was best for Ishmael to be raised by Hagar in the wilderness. Why? Because they both knew the care of God.
Keep Trusting God -- Genesis 21:1-6
August 10, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MBGod promised Sarah that she would bear a son. She doubted, questioned, feared, but she never lost her faith. God worked in his time.
Abraham Returned to His Sin Pattern -- Genesis 20
August 09, 2022 12:51 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBLike us, Abraham had a pattern of sin that developed in his life. Also, like us, his sin came from a failure to trust God.
Destruction and Grace -- Genesis 19:14-29
August 05, 2022 11:30 - 7 minutes - 6.46 MBGod destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah because of their wickedness, but he had grace on Lot and his family because they trusted him with their lives.
Sodom's Sin -- Genesis 19:1-13
August 04, 2022 11:32 - 5 minutes - 5.11 MBSodom and Gomorrah were full of unnatural sin and wickedness. Therefore, they were destroyed.
Intercession and Grace -- Genesis 18:22-33
August 03, 2022 11:29 - 7 minutes - 6.5 MBGod graciously hears our prayers of intercession act answers them.
When the Lord Comes... -- Genesis 18:1-21
August 02, 2022 11:00 - 7 minutes - 6.71 MBThe Lord came to Abraham's tent, and he responded with faith, worship, and sacrifice.
God Covenanted with Abraham -- Genesis 17
August 01, 2022 11:54 - 6 minutes - 6.21 MBGod took the initiative to make a permanent covenant with Abraham. Abraham's only acceptable response was faith.