God's Word for Life
221 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 14 hours ago -As a companion to our Word Aflame Adult Level Curriculum, this podcast serves to encourage adult disciples to think deeply about God’s Word, further develop their personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and make a greater commitment to the purpose and plan of God for their lives.
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Episode 20 - A Made-Up Heart
September 07, 2020 08:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBThis episode looks at Daniel 1 and the righteous decision made by Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. While others chose to follow the king's orders, Daniel and his friends spoke up to defend their personal devotion to the one true God. God honored their commitment and proved Himself to these young men. We learn from this lesson that God has called us to separate ourselves unto Him and be holy. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode come...
Episode 19 - God Is Faithful
August 31, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBThis episode looks at II Chronicles 7, 12, and 13 and three different accounts that all record the faithfulness of God. We see the connection between humility and deliverance, humility and victory, and humility and forgiveness. We learn from this lesson that God is faithful to those who turn to Him in humility and prayer. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 13 of The Living Word, Summer 2020, entitled, "God Is Faithful" (A...
Episode 18 - The Righteous Judge
August 24, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBThis episode looks at II Chronicles 36 and the story of King Hezekiah. His pride and rebellion led not only to the backsliding of the people he led, but also the judgment of God that came to the nation. God in His mercy and compassion reached for the people, but they refused to listen and heed His Word. As a result, God sent judgment, because He is the righteous Judge. We learn from this lesson that God loves us enough to judge our rebellion. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bi...
Episode 17 - Josiah and the Power of Obedience
August 17, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MBThis episode looks at II Kings 22 and the story of King Josiah. After finding and reading the Book of the Law, the words convicted the King who in turn rent his clothes and turned in repentance towards God. The results of his repentance and obedience were felt throughout all Judah. We learn from this passage that God expects us to obey His Word. He honors those who respond to His Word in repentance, humility, and obedience. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused...
Episode 16 - The Puzzle of King Uzziah
August 10, 2020 08:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBThis episode looks at II Kings 15 and II Chronicles 26 and the story of King Uzziah (Azariah). Because of his many accomplishments, Uzziah became prideful and stepped out of his kingly role into a role not intended for him. Because of this, he faced God's judgment. Sadly, he ended his life as a leper. We learn from this passage that God is calling us to live a faithful life that ends as it began. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes fr...
Episode 15 - The Priority of God's House
August 03, 2020 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBThis episode looks at II Chronicles 24 and the story of King Joash and his attempt to repair the house of the Lord. He rallied the people of Israel to give to the cause and they rejoiced at the opportunity to improve the condition of God's house. We learn from this passage that we must make the house of God a priority in our lives. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 9 of The Living Word, Summer 2020, entitled, "The Priori...
Episode 14 - Unexpected Ways
July 27, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MBThis episode looks at II Kings 7 and the story of 4 lepers whose actions brought an end to a horrible famine in Samaria. God moved on their behalf and unexpectedly provided for them after driving the army of Syria away in fear. We learn from this passage that God works in unexpected ways to bring His purpose to pass. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 8 of The Living Word, Summer 2020, entitled, "Unexpected Ways" (July 26...
Episode 13 - A Humbled Leper
July 20, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBThis episode looks at II Kings 5 and a leper named Naaman. Having been sent to the prophet Elisha in hopes of receiving his healing, Naaman became offended and his pride almost kept him from receiving his miracle. We learn from this passage that God delivers those who humble themselves. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 7 of The Living Word, Summer 2020, entitled, "A Humbled Leper" (July 19, 2020). This episode is produc...
Episode 12 - Miraculous Multiplication
July 13, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBThis episode looks at II Kings 4 and the woman who witnessed the miraculous multiplication of her little pot of oil. After being threatened by her creditors, the woman called on the man of God (Elisha) who gave her specific instructions on how to save her family. We learn in this passage that God can take what we have and miraculously multiply it to bless us. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 6 of The Living Word, Summer...
Episode 11 - Focus on Following
July 06, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBThis episode looks at II Kings 2 and the climactic moments surrounding Elijah's departure in a chariot of fire and the dramatic response of his apprentice, Elisha. We learn through this passage that no matter the distractions, we must choose to focus on following the Lord. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 5 of The Living Word, Summer 2020, entitled, "Focus on Following" (July 5, 2020). This episode is produced by the Pe...
Episode 10 - God Sees All
June 29, 2020 08:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBThis episode looks at I Kings 21 and the tragic story of Ahab, Jezebel, and Naboth. The Lord sent Elijah to confront Ahab because of his murderous plot to kill Naboth and seize Naboth's vineyard. Ahab learned that God sees everything and the evil actions Ahab took were in "the sight of the Lord." We understand from this passage that because God sees all things, we should seek to please Him with our actions. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episo...
Episode 9 - The Lord, He Is God
June 22, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBThis episode looks at I Kings 18:30-39, and the showdown on Mt Carmel. There Elijah built an altar, offered a sacrifice, and prayed to the Lord asking that God would reveal Himself as the one true God. Fire did fall from Heaven, and those who witnessed the miracle proclaimed that the Lord was God. This lesson and passage show that God is God alone and has all power. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 3 of The Living Word,...
Episode 8 - God Hears Elijah's Prayer
June 15, 2020 12:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBThis episode looks at I Kings 17:17-24, and the rest of the story of Elijah and the widow woman of Zarephath. In this passage, we learn that God not only hears our prayers, but He hears the prayers of those He places in spiritual leadership. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 2 of The Living Word, Summer 2020, entitled, "God Hears Elijah's Prayer" (June 14, 2020). This episode is produced by the Pentecostal Publishing Hou...
Episode 7 - God Will Supply
June 08, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThis episode looks at I Kings 17:1-16, and the story of Elijah and the widow woman of Zarephath. In this passage, we learn that God takes care of His people. We also see how God has chosen to use people to take care of people. There are some important principles we focus on in this episode that will help all of us as we face the difficulties of our day. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 1 of The Living Word, Summer 2020,...
Episode 6 - Sharing His Mission
June 01, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBThis episode looks at Matthew 28, Mark 16, Luke 24, and Acts 1, all of which are different accounts of the same event: Jesus was about to ascend into Heaven. Jesus addressed His disciples and challenged them to continue His ministry and mission even after He was departed from them. As disciples of Jesus Christ, we are commanded to share the gospel message with everyone. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 14 of The Living ...
Episode 5 - Power of the Resurrection
May 25, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBThis episode looks at Luke 24 and I Peter 1, and the miraculous resurrection of Jesus. We can have new life because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. When the women found Jesus' tomb empty, they immediately went to tell the apostles. They each struggled to believe until they were reminded of the promise Jesus had previously made. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 13 of The Living Word, Spring 2020, entitled, "Power o...
Episode 4 - Made Free
May 18, 2020 08:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MBThis episode looks at John 19 and Romans 6, and the final moments of Jesus on the Cross. When Jesus cried, "It Is Finished," the work He had set out to accomplish had been completed: providing all of us forgiveness and deliverance from our sins. He gave us the promise that we could be made free. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 12 of The Living Word, Spring 2020, entitled, "Made Free" (May 17, 2020). This episode is pro...
Episode 3 - Watch and Pray
May 11, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBThis episode looks at Matthew 26 and the moments Jesus spent in Gethsemane with His disciples the night of His arrest. Jesus called His disciples to come with Him and admonished them to "watch and pray." As disciples of Jesus Christ, we must watch and pray so we do not enter into temptation. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 11 of The Living Word, Spring 2020, entitled, "Watch and Pray" (May 10, 2020). This episode is pr...
Watch and Pray
May 11, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBThis episode looks at Matthew 26 and the moments Jesus spent in Gethsemane with His disciples the night of His arrest. Jesus called His disciples to come with Him and admonished them to "watch and pray." As disciples of Jesus Christ, we must watch and pray so we do not enter into temptation. For those who use Word Aflame Curriculum, the Bible passage focused on in this episode comes from Lesson 11 of The Living Word, Spring 2020, entitled, "Watch and Pray" (May 10, 2020). This episode is pr...
Episode 2 - In Remembrance of Me
May 04, 2020 15:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBThis episode looks at the Passover (Last Supper) Meal shared between Jesus and His twelve disciples in Mark 14. We must keep in our remembrance the sacrifice Jesus made for us. While looking at the text in Mark 14, we consider a few questions for reflection: 1. Are there any forms of betrayal in our hearts? 2. Do we approach spiritual things with reverence? 3. Are you living fully in the benefits of the incredible sacrifice Jesus made for you? Finally, we look for ways to apply these biblica...
Episode 1 - Good Soil
April 24, 2020 23:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBThis episode looks at the parable of the Sower and the Seed in Mark 4. Like the good soil, we must hear and receive the Word, allowing it to produce fruit in our lives. While looking at the text in Mark 4, we consider a couple of questions for reflection: 1. What type of soil are you? 2. What role does the Word of God play in your life? 3. Are parables meant to conceal or reveal Truth? Finally, we look for ways to apply these biblical principles to our lives. This episode is produced by the ...