There is nothing that can stop the march of the Lord’s redeeming plan for you.Today, we’ll open our Bibles to John 2:13-22 as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long study of the gospel of John. In it, Paul discusses God’s zeal for our good. To hear more of these bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

A compelling story unravels around Sam, who seeks to aid a distressed friend, spotlighting the transformative power of God's love. The discussion emphasizes the critical importance of accountability and the growth that stems from personal regrets in ministry. It challenges modern Christianity's consumer mentality, urging active participation from mature believers. Heartwarming anecdotes illustrate how challenging experiences can deepen spiritual connections. Lastly, the conversation highlights the divine purpose behind God's calling in ministry, advocating for mentorship in discipleship.

In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul and guest, Matt Martens, discuss the idea of “moral proximity” and how we, as finite beings, should think about our capacity to help others. To hear more of this conversation with Matt Martens, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 034: https://youtu.be/BxxI4PBZUp4?si=nF4zgkIfkF9pUqky

The morality of playing the lottery is put under the spotlight. Trusting God versus relying on chance is discussed in depth. Potential dangers like covetousness and addiction are examined. The conversation encourages a mindset rooted in gratitude. Ethical considerations of gambling are highlighted, fostering deeper reflection on everyday choices.

This week, as we continue our series on discipleship, Paul wants to revisit the word Do again in the Love. Know. Speak. Do. ministry model. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week or read it online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you’ve been enjoying the Wednesday’s Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.

A thunderstorm is seen as a powerful reminder of God's glory, as reflected in the poetic descriptions of Psalm 29. The discussion emphasizes the importance of seeking true fulfillment beyond worldly pursuits, encouraging a focus on the divine. Listeners are urged to embrace life's challenges, recognizing storms as opportunities to deepen their connection with the Creator. Heartfelt prayer and relying on God's grace are highlighted as essential during difficult times.

Today, we’ll open our Bibles to John 2:1-12 as we continue “The Gospel: One Sign at a Time”, our year-long study of the gospel of John. To hear more of these bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

Ask Paul Tripp is a semi-weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. In this episode, Paul answers this question we received: “We’ve been praying for our child to get into a specific school, but if God is sovereign and this choice has already been made, what’s the point of prayer? If we don’t pray, does it impact the decision?"If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.The Transforming Power of Prayer:PaulTripp.com/Prayer

In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul and guest, Matt Martens, discuss the difference between individual justice and social justice.To hear more of this conversation with Matt Martens, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 034 wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also watch the video on Paul Tripp’s YouTube channel or Facebook page.

Ask Paul Tripp is a semi-weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. In this episode, Paul answers this question we received: “What is the devil's ability? Is he omnipresent?"If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.