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June 18, 2017 Matthew 7:7-11 ESV

Guest Scott Sauls, a Christian author and pastor, discusses the teachings of not judging others and removing personal faults before helping others in Matthew 7. The podcast delves into interpreting Jesus' teachings on human nature and the importance of discernment. It also explores the danger of viewing Jesus as a means to an end and emphasizes the significance of humility and forgiveness in the pursuit of grace.

Kevin Twit, founder of Indelible Grace Music, discusses Jesus' teachings on worry and trusting in God's character in Matthew 6. He emphasizes seeking first the kingdom of God and aligning with God's intentions for healing and flourishing through practices like prayer and studying the Word.

Scott Sauls, a popular pastor and author, discusses the importance of prioritizing treasures in heaven over material wealth. Topics include examining unhealthy fixations on earthly treasures, finding true value in Jesus' love, exploring core desires through the Enneagram, and ultimately finding lasting treasure in Jesus.

May 21, 2017 Matthew 6:7-13 ESV PRIMARY SOURCES: Don Carson, Editor, The New Bible Commentary ESV Greek Tools ESV Study Bible IVP Bible Background Commentary Linda Bloom, “How Do You Spell ‘Success’?” in the Huffington Post Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship Dan Doriani, The Sermon on the Mount Timothy Keller, Logos Sermon Archive CS Lewis, Reflections on the Psalms CS Lewis, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Martyn Lloyd-Jones, Studies in the Sermon on the Mount Richard Rohr, Jesus’ Plan for a New World Oliver Stone, Wall Street (film) John Stott, Lessons in the Sermon on the Mount Mark Twain, quotes from brainyquote.com Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy NT Wright, For Everyone Commentaries

May 14, 2017 Psalm 27:1-14 ESV PRIMARY SOURCES: Don Carson, Editor, The New Bible Commentary ESV Greek Tools ESV Study Bible IVP Bible Background Commentary Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship Dan Doriani, The Sermon on the Mount Leslie Fields, ‘When Mothers Day Feels Like a Minefield’ in Christianity Today Elizabeth Hawes, Camus: A Romance Timothy Keller, Logos Sermon Archive Christine Lawson, Understanding the Borderline Mother CS Lewis, Mere Christianity Martyn Lloyd-Jones, Studies in the Sermon on the Mount Richard Rohr, Jesus’ Plan for a New World John Stott, Lessons in the Sermon on the Mount Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy NT Wright, For Everyone Commentaries

May 7, 2017 Matthew 6:7-15 ESV PRIMARY SOURCES: Don Carson, Editor, The New Bible Commentary ESV Greek Tools ESV Study Bible IVP Bible Background Commentary Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship Dan Doriani, The Sermon on the Mount Timothy Keller, Logos Sermon Archive CS Lewis, A Grief Observed CS Lewis, Letters to Malcolm Martyn Lloyd-Jones, Studies in the Sermon on the Mount Martin Luther, The Sermon on the Mount Richard Rohr, Jesus’ Plan for a New World John Shelby Spong, Why Christianity Must Change or Die Horatio Spafford, ‘It Is Well With My Soul’ John Stott, Lessons in the Sermon on the Mount The Westminster Shorter Catechism Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy NT Wright, For Everyone Commentaries NT Wright, Surprised by Hope

April 30, 2017 Matthew 6:7-13 ESV

April 23, 2017 Matthew 6:16-18 ESV PRIMARY SOURCES: Don Carson, Editor, The New Bible Commentary ESV Greek Tools ESV Study Bible IVP Bible Background Commentary Dietrich Bonhoeffer, The Cost of Discipleship ‘Russell Brand Talks Sex, Softcore & Hardcore Porn,’ YouTube.com Dan Doriani, The Sermon on the Mount Annie Downs, ‘When Lent Hurts’ Donna Freitas, The Happiness Effect Jack Gregory, ‘A Teen Perspective on Social Media’ Timothy Keller, Logos Sermon Archive Martyn Lloyd-Jones, Studies in the Sermon on the Mount The New York Times, Interview with Adam Alter Brad Paisley, Online Richard Rohr, Jesus’ Plan for a New World Andrew Root, ‘Never Let Them See You Cry,’ in Christianity Today John Stott, Lessons in the Sermon on the Mount Andrew Sullivan, ‘I Used To Be A Human Being’ Ann Voskamp, ‘3 truths about platform…’ at aholyexperience.com Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy NT Wright, For Everyone Commentaries

April 16, 2017 Luke 24:36-49 ESV PRIMARY SOURCES: Don Carson, Editor, The New Bible Commentary ESV Greek Tools ESV Study Bible IVP Bible Background Commentary Peter Jennings, quotes from brainyquote.com Timothy Keller, Logos Sermon Archive CS Lewis, Mere Christianity Jacob Lupfer in the Washington Post, ‘Why doubting the bible is good for Christians Brennan Manning, The Ragamuffin Gospel Frank Morrison, Who Moved the Stone? Ray Ortlund, Jr., ‘The Emmanuel Mantra’ John Stott, Lessons in the Sermon on the Mount Dallas Willard, The Divine Conspiracy Andrew Wilson, “The Strange Encouragement of the Church’s Appalling History” NT Wright, For Everyone Commentaries