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Preachers are a unique breed of people with "The Calling". However, there are times when ministers are treated as if they are superhuman. And, I assure you, as fantastic as a minister can be - the are all too human just like the people in the pew. It's just God has given them something unique to do. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In ancient times, Vikings were feared as demons on earth. They killed without remorse and took what they wanted. Then, they went back to their families without another thought. Today, there are still Vikings but I'm not talking about their descendants in Iceland or the Nordic countries. I'm think about situations, people, organizations who want to crush you without another thought. What are you going to do when these type of Vikings come? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 2 of the professional ministry training and what that may look like. This podcast is devoted more to the professional setting and the higher degrees that may be required. We look at the "all encompassing" Master of Divinity degree as well as the Doctor of Ministry degree. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you think God has called you to be a professional minister then more power to ya!! However, where you get your Bible Education and how you get your Bible Education just became infinitely more important. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 2 of the Second Phase of the series Bible Learning. This podcast gives some thoughts when someone decides to go beyond self-study. This is someone who has decided to go to an organization for teaching such as a Bible school or seminary. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 1 of Level 2 on getting some serious Bible study in your heart. This podcast talks about Bible school and institutions where the Bible is taught. There are many and being careful who you study with is super important. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is Part 2 in a series of 6 podcasts on Bible Education. This edition is designed for those who want to go it alone and learn from sources on the internet and books. Hopefully, this will help dodge some of the crazy stuff that is floating in the ether about Biblical Studies. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first place a believer should be able to get Bible traininig from is their church. Even so, many church pastors don't have the desire, or the background knowledge, to teach the Word of God. Which is what a pastor is supposed to do in the first place! However, due to the internet and distance education, there are a host of options to learn from awesome Bible teachers on your own. Here are some thoughts if you're going it by yourself... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the past, Heroes have always been a focus during times of crisis and depression. It's during the most stressful times that people need sources of inspiration to look up to. I am convinced that every believer can be such an inspiration if they chose to be. There is no greater superpower than the Spirit of the Living God. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bible study is truly the highest for of worship a believer can do. How do you learn more about the Bible? Well, in most cases, your pastor is supposed to be teaching you. Unfortunately, it's a challenge sometimes to find a pastor who will actually teach the Bible. Weird, huh? In this case, you may want to do some study on your own. Here are some thoughts as to how... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God is an investor, not simply a collector. Many have the idea of salvation as God trying to collection everyone on the planet - "for God so loves the world". While it is true that God wants as many people as possible to accept his salvation, God is investing in servants - not just collecting souls. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sharing Jesus with others can't be underestimated in its importance. However, the goal of witnessing is the grow disciples - not just collect believers. "Gettin' people saved" is of utmost importance, but Jesus is called "The Good Shepherd" - not "The Great Collector" for a reason. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people are desperate to empower themselves and feel some sense of control in their lives. This is easy to imagine since everyone wants to feel some control in their lives. For many, Neo-paganism seems like the way. Tattoos and T-Shirts are becoming more common with old-style symbols from gods long ago. Is there power in this? Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In most sermons, you'll hear the preacher mention the Greek language of the Bible about 90% more times than you will hear them reference Hebrew. Why? Is it because they don't know the language? Is it because they think it's too hard to understand? Or, maybe the preacher doesn't think its important to mention. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people, both Christian and non-Christian, have a real dislike for the word "religion". In fact, you'd be hard-pressed to find many who get a warm comforting feeling when they hear that word. But why is that? After all, the word religion is in the Bible isn't it? Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's always good to be trained in First Aid so we can help others when they need it most. However, very few churches teach spiritual First Aid. When a wounded soul comes to you for some spiritual help. Are you prepared to give it? Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I have a friend who is just getting into Jewish Roots study and learning to appreciate the blessing that the Jewish people and faith is. However, the path to understanding is full of people who get way to "zealous" and hyper-critical on how other believers are coming to this knowledge. Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lately, I've heard another round of "Pharisee bashing" in the church. Many believers are uninformed that this practice is a punch in the face to the Living God and he takes it personal. Also, I'm certain they don't view it as unjustified because Christian ministers have been preaching Pharisee bashing for centuries. Here are some thoughts as to why it pains and angers Jesus the Messiah... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever been taught something and wondered if it were right? There are many things that get taught in church that have either weak basis, or no basis, in scripture yet are accepted as if it were fact. So why do we listen? Here are some thoughts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A teacher I follow once said, "What you do today...lasts forever". I really didn't get the full impact behind that statement until I did some Bible study on it. Here is what I found... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.