Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld

In a world of such opposition, who are we as believers? Today Dr. John looks at Christian identity according to Peter. We were all saved from sin to be God's people in the world and to act like it, fighting the flesh and doing good.Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

The great temples of the earth will all crumble and fade, but the Spiritual House of Christ will last forever. Like Christ, all who believe are eternally living stones that build this House together, as we sacrifice our very selves in love.Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

As we continue in our study of 1 Peter, Dr. John discusses the calling that all Christians have to earnestly and sincerely love our fellow believers. It's the result of Christ's work in our hearts, but we must take care to maintain it.Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

In today's passage Peter gives the motivation for holy living, including a holy fear of God and our eternal redemption. Dr. John explains what the fear of God really is and the difference between punishment and discipline from God. Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

How do we live as Christians who are called in a world of such opposition? In this message Dr. John walks us through the 3 commands Peter gives: Keep putting your hope in Jesus, don’t be conformed to this world, and be holy.Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

What is faith? In this message Dr. John discusses the assurance that believers have and the rich history of the Old Testament prophets writing of the suffering and salvation of the Messiah, fulfilled in Jesus.Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

Even in the midst of persecution, Christians are the most blessed people in the world because of the living hope of eternity that we have in Christ. Dr. John teaches on our salvation, glory to come, and praising God in suffering.Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

Do you know who you are? In this message Dr. John introduces a new series on the book of 1 Peter. Persecution of Christians was growing under Nero, so Peter reminds them of their identity as exiles called by the Triune God. Under Pressure - Instructions For God's People: Whether it is overt persecution or subtle pressures, Christians have always faced trials in this world, and our culture is no exception. The book of 1 Peter offers us encouragement by reminding us of our identity as chosen sojourners and commending us to continue to do good. 

Unlike our cancel culture, the Bible offers a means of forgiveness from the wrongs we've all done, by faith in the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Forgiveness is desperately needed in our world and only found in the Bible. The Impact of the Bible: Does the Bible still matter in our modern world? In this brief series, Dr. John Neufeld reflects on the relevance and impact of the Scriptures on humanity. After thousands of years, the Bible remains poignant and powerful for all times and places. God has a message for our world, and that’s why Back to the Bible Canada is committed to faithfully teaching Scripture every day.

Make no mistake, your life has value and purpose. Inside each one of us is a restless search for meaning. The Bible offers us the only satisfactory answer for human purpose because it's rooted in truth and leads to life.The Impact of the Bible: Does the Bible still matter in our modern world? In this brief series, Dr. John Neufeld reflects on the relevance and impact of the Scriptures on humanity. After thousands of years, the Bible remains poignant and powerful for all times and places. God has a message for our world, and that’s why Back to the Bible Canada is committed to faithfully teaching Scripture every day.