Let the Bible Speak UP

The Transfiguration of Christ

The Transfiguration marks a crucial turning point in Jesus’ ministry. In it, we actually learn something about the crucifixion.

“Who Do You Say That I Am?”

2,000 years ago, Jesus asked Peter one of the most important questions, a question that has reverberated throughout history since, a question with incredible implications today. Whether we intend or not, each life is a testimony to our answer. So, how will you answer?

From the Inside Out

What’s on the inside is reflected on the outside. This simple truth is evident in Jesus’ own ministry as He criticizes Israel’s spiritual leaders, who had successfully created a facade of faithfulness to cover their corrupt, sinful souls. Here, we learn something about transformation and the nature of Christian calling.

Stories of Faith by the Sea

Jesus feeds a crowd of thousands with only a handful of food to begin with, yet Jesus is not actually the focus. The disciples, who wanted to help but didn’t have the wisdom or resources to do so, were empowered to participate in this remarkable event. From this, we learn something about our own role—in this episode, Alex explores what that is.

The Kingdom of Heaven

Jesus began His ministry announcing “The kingdom of heaven is at hand.” What precisely was Jesus referring to? It turns out, this is not just a reference to some distant, far-off land in the clouds, but an invitation to make God’s will manifest in the modern world. In this episode, Alex shares the biblical perspective on God’s eternal Kingdom, the same Jesus established upon His crucifixion and resurrection.

The Art of Self-Control

How often have you allowed your emotions to dictate your behavior? It’s a tough battle, but learning how to act, sometimes contrary to our feelings, is a critical part of discipleship and godliness. In this series finale, Brian explores its importance and offers guidance on how to begin to cultivate this important fruit.

Gentleness: the Forgotten Spiritual Fruit

In a world where strength is highly valued, gentleness is a rare thing to come by. Contrary to popular belief though, it’s not the opposite of strength but the manifestation of it.

Faithfulness, Faith, & Everything in-between

The seventh fruit of the Spirit is “faithfulness”. In this episode, Brian discusses what’s involved in cultivating greater faith on a personal level. It can be a difficult process marked by intimidating hurdles, but God gives us all we need to grow into the faithful men and women He’s called us to be.

The Goodness of God

Jesus once said, “There is only one who is good.” It seems fair to say our society has lost its sense of what constitutes goodness. God is the perfect representation of it, and expect His people to be as well. Brian continues his journey through the fruits of the Spirit in this episode on goodness.

Why Kindness Matters

It’s rare to see a genuine act of kindness—that is, doing good without any expectation of reciprocation. Kindness is inconvenient, but maybe that’s the point. In this episode, Brian breaks down the role of kindness in faith.