Labor Day became a US holiday in the late-19th century and was begun to honor the accomplishments and contributions of the American worker in making the country what it had become. The kingdom of heaven is designed to rely on those who work for the Lord for its success and continued growth in the world today. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we look at qualities the Master is seeking in those who would be Workers In God’s Vineyard.
This week, Brett Hickey and guest speaker Glen Osburn, an evangelist from the Whispering Pines Church of Christ, delve into the topic of Calvinism. The discussion focuses on providing historical context for the theological framework and examining the first of its five core tenets: “Total Hereditary Depravity.”
When the prophet Amos went to Bethel to prophesy against wicked nations, including Israel, he prefaced each condemnation with an interesting phrase. He said that for three sins and four God’s judgment would fall upon them. What was the significance of this statement? In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we learn what the prophet meant and how it should sound a warning to our own generation.
If God is all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-good, why does He allow suffering? Watch Let the Bible Speak as evangelist Brett Hickey preaches a sermon titled, “When God Seems Silent.
We are faced with thousands of decisions, conscious and unconscious, every hour. One psychology source says we make as many as thirty thousand choices each day. Though every decision has some consequence, most are not measureable. Some, however, determine the trajectory of our life and even our eternal soul. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we talk about three of the most vital decisions you will ever make. Be sure you make them circumspectly.
Jesus makes it clear that He expects more of His disciples than merely putting obedient faith and trust in Him at the point of salvation; He expects ongoing production from His people. Watch Let The Bible Speak as evangelist Brett Hickey presents a sermon titled, “The Vine and the Branches.”
The law of seedtime and harvest is as old as God’s living creation. Like all of God’s laws that govern the universe, the principle is immutable: “Whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” This is not only true in God’s physical world but in the spiritual realm as well. In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak, we’re reminded of how this unavoidable law should make us wiser farmers in our field of life.
Jesus imparts final instructions to His disciples before His betrayal and arrest in John 13-16. What critical truths will He impart? Watch Let The Bible Speak as evangelist Brett Hickey presents a sermon titled, “Evidence of Jesus’ Residence.”
Without faith it is impossible to please God and the just shall live by faith. Christians, after the order of Paul, walk by faith and not by sight. These affirmations are plainly stated in scripture. So, what does it mean to live by faith? In this broadcast of Let the Bible Speak we consider the TRUTH aspect, the TRUST aspect, and the TEST aspect of faith.
The Apostle Paul urges Christians to feed the Spirit and starve the flesh. Watch Let The Bible Speak as evangelist Brett Hickey presents a sermon titled, “The Fruit of the Spirit.”
