Principle 36, an Eternal Perspective    Psalm 37 When we see wicked people flourishing, we are not to become frustrated and angry, realizing that God will ultimately reward us for our faithfulness, if not on this present earth, then in eternity.Support the show

Principle 35, Extending God’s Grace    Psalm 36:1-12As those who have been saved by God’s grace, we are to demonstrate concern for those who are lost and held captive by the power of sin.Support the show

Principle 34, Responding to Injustice     Psalms 35:1-28When we observe terrible injustices done to innocent people, including ourselves, we are to pray for God’s intervention.Support the show

Principle 33, God’s Unconditional Love    Psalm 34:1-22No matter how foolish we’ve acted, we must trust God to restore us and never to forsake us. Support the show

Principle 32, God’s Faithful Love     Psalm 33:1-22We should consistently thank our creator and redeemer for His faithful mercy and love.Support the show

Principle 31, Instructing Others     Psalms 32:1-11When we have sinned against God, we must experience true brokenness and repentance before we are qualified to admonish others.Support the show

September 14, 2017Principle 29 – Prayer for Physical Healing     Psalm 30:1-12When we are physically sick, we should not hesitate to ask spiritual leaders to pray for our healing. Support the show

Principle 29 – Prayer for Physical Healing     Psalm 30:1-12When we are physically sick, we should not hesitate to ask spiritual leaders to pray for our healing. Support the show

Principle 28 – Godly Praise     Psalm 28:1-29:11During the most difficult times in our lives, we should focus on praising God. Support the show

Principle 27 – Normal Ambivalence     Psalm 27:1-14When we have a sense of confidence in God mixed with feelings of fear and anxiety, we should accept these conflicting experiences as part of being followers of Jesus Christ. Support the show

Principle 26 – Unwavering FaithPsalms 26:1-12To stand firm in our faith without wavering, we are to trust in the Lord wholeheartedly and demonstrate integrity in all that we do. Support the show

Psalm 25 – Spiritual Growth     Psalms 25:1-22If we are to grow and mature in our Christian experience, we must have a teachable spirit.Support the show

Principle 24 – The God-Man     Psalm 24:1-10When sharing the message of Christianity, we must make it clear that Jesus Christ is much more than a wonderful example and great teacher. Support the show

Principle 23 – Our Eternal Shepherd     Psalm 23:1-6When we consider that the Lord Jesus Christ is our shepherd, we should also remember that He is the eternal God who is without beginning and without end.Support the show

Principle 22 – A Call to Worship     Psalm 22:1-31When we are reminded of Christ’s suffering on the cross, we should never cease to worship Him from the depths of our hearts.Support the show

Principle 21 – A Prayer of Thanksgiving     Psalm 21:1-13We should always thank God for His blessings, including specific answers to our prayers. Support the show

Principle 20 – Praying for Government Leaders   Psalms 20:1-9We should make it a priority to pray very specifically and consistently for our government leaders. Support the show

Principle 19 – God’s Written Revelation   Psalm 19:1-14To help people understand clearly the message of salvation and spiritual growth, we must focus on communicating God’s revelation in Scripture. Support the show

Principle 18 – Our Unshakeable Foundation   Psalm 18:1-50We must always build our spiritual lives on Jesus Christ, who is a solid foundation that will never fail.Support the show

Principle 17 – A Clean Heart   Psalm 17:1-15When we are seeking God’s help, we are to examine our hearts to see if we are violating God’s will.Support the show

Principle 16 – Eternal Hope   Psalm 16: 1-10We’re to be absolutely confident that because of Christ’s resurrection from the dead we too will live eternally.Support the show

Psalm Principle 15, Imitating Jesus Christ     From Psalm 15:1-5To have intimate fellowship with God, we must become more and more like Jesus Christ in the way we liveSupport the show

Psalm Principle 14, An Unbelieving Heart     From Psalm 14:1-7We must be on guard against claiming to believe in God while acting as if He does not exist. Support the show

Psalm Principle 13, Openness and Vulnerability     From Psalm 13:1-6When we feel abandoned by God, we should share our feelings, both with God and with other trustworthy Christians. Support the show

Psalm Principle 12,  Avoiding Deception     From Psalm 12:1-8In a world of lies and deception, we should consistently evaluate what we read, here, and see in light of the message in the Holy Scriptures. Support the show

Psalm Principle 11, A Strong Foundation     From Psalm 11:1-7Even though moral and ethical foundations may be eroding, we should ask God to help us stay true to biblical values.Support the show

Psalm; Principle #10 – Standing FirmEven though unrighteous people arrogantly turn their backs on God and yet seem to prosper, we should not yield to the temptation to follow in their footsteps. Support the show

Psalm; Principle #9 – Praising GodWe are to sincerely praise God no matter the circumstances.Support the show

Psalm; Principle #8 – The Dignity of ManWhen we’re tempted to think more or less of ourselves than we should, we’re to think of how great God is and that we’re made in His image. Support the show

Psalm; Principle #7 – Concern for JusticeWhen we’re falsely accused or abused, we should pray for justice, but our goal should always be to uphold God’s righteousness.Support the show

We are always to use our gifts to worship and praise God and his son the Lord Jesus Christ.Merry Christmas from Bible PrinciplesSupport the show

Principle 27 – Normal Ambivalence     Psalm 27:1-14When we have a sense of confidence in God mixed with feelings of fear and anxiety, we should accept these conflicting experiences as part of being followers of Jesus Christ. Support the show

Principle 5 from Psalms– Our Privilege in PrayerBecause the Lord Jesus Christ is our great high priest, we are to enterGod’s presence at any moment in order to share our deepest thoughts and needs.Support the show

Principle 4 from Psalms – Praying for Inner PeaceWhen we’re experiencing anxiety, particularly at the end of a difficult day, we should ask God for inner peace so that we can experience a restfulnight’s sleep. Support the show

Principle 3 from Psalms– Confident LivingWe should begin each new day with the utmost confidence in God, believing He will nevera bandon us. Support the show

Principle 2 from Psalms – A Message of WarningSince the Lord Jesus Christ will someday bring judgment on all who reject His love and forgiveness, we are to balance God’s message of hope with His message of retribution. Support the show

Principle 1 from Psalms – The Right ChoiceTo inherit the gift of eternal life, we must receive the Lord JesusChrist as personal Savior from sin. Support the show

Principle 10, Colossians – Public Appreciation     Colossians 4:7-18     As spiritual leaders, we should take advantage of opportunities to appropriately acknowledge and thank those who are members of our team. Support the show

Principle 9, Colossians – Prayer and Evangelism     Colossians 4:2-6     As members of Christ’s body, all of us should take seriously our individual responsibility to communicate the salvation message. Support the show

Principle 8, Colossians – Mutual Instruction     Colossians 3:14-4:1     All Christians are to practice reciprocal instruction without violating the roles God has established within marital and family relationships. Support the show

Principle 7, Colossians – Reflecting Our Position in Christ     Colossians 3:1-13     When we are saved, we are to demonstrate spiritually, morally, and ethically who we are in Christ. Support the show

Principle 6, Colossians – Growth in Biblical Truth     Colossians 2:4-23     We should become more and more grounded in God’s message of salvation and sanctification so that we will not be led astray by false teaching. Support the show

Principle 10, Philippians 3:10-21Progressive SanctificationTo live in a manner worthy of the gospel, we must become more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ. Support the show

Principle 9, Philippians 3:1-9Made Righteous by FaithTo be faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ, we must never compromise the biblical teaching that we are made righteous by faith and faith alone. Support the show

Principle 8, Philippians 2:19-30Christlike ExamplesTo help Christians understand and imitate Christ’s attitude of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice, we should expose them to spiritual leaders who model these qualities. Support the show

Principle 7, Philippians 2:9-18Exemplifying the IncarnationTo demonstrate to the world who Jesus Christ is, we are to work out our salvation.Support the show

Principle 6, Philippians 2:1-8Imitating ChristTo live worthy of the gospel, we must live in harmony with one another, demonstrating Christ’s attitudes of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice. Support the show

Principle 5, Philippians – Mutual Support    Philippians 1:27-30  When we face various challenges in life, we are to draw our strength not only from Christ’s love and mercy, but from the love we have for one another. Support the show

Principle 4, Philippians – Eternal Values    Philippians 1:19-26  As those who are free to worship God and communicate the gospel, we should maintain an eternal perspective. Support the show

Principle 3, Philippians – The Pure Gospel    Philippians 1:9-18  When evaluating various ministers and ministries, we should first of all consider what is being taught regarding the deity of Jesus Christ and how to be saved.Support the show

Principle 2, Philippians – Expressing AppreciationPhilippians 1:3-8Spiritual leaders should express sincere appreciation to those who partner with them in the ministry. Support the show

Principle 1, Philippians – Leadership DevelopmentPhilippians 1:1-2To produce mature and growing churches, we must make it a priority to mentor and develop qualified leaders. Support the show

Principle 39, John – The Power of Scripture   John 20:29-31   When we present the gospel of Jesus Christ, we are to trust God and the Holy Spirit to use the inspired scriptures to convince people that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Support the show

Principle 59, Matthew – The Great Commission   Matthew 27:55-28:1-20   Since the Lord Jesus Christ died and rose again to bring salvation to all who believe, we are to do what we can to deliver this message to the whole world. Support the show

Principle 58, Matthew – More Miraculous Signs   Matthew 27:27-54   When we consider the miraculous events surrounding Jesus’ final hours on the cross, we should be intensely motivated to proclaim that He is indeed God’s eternal Son. Support the show

Principle 57, Matthew – The Power of Self-Interests   Matthew 27:11-26   We should not be surprised when some political leaders purposely make wrong and even evil decisions to protect their own interests.Support the show

Principle 56, Matthew – Loving Money   Matthew 27:1-10   We are to be aware of the power of money in causing us to rationalize sinful decisions and to deceive ourselves regarding the ultimate results. Support the show

Principle 55, Matthew – Our Great High Priest  Matthew 26:17-75  Without justifying our failures, we are to be reassured that we have a great high priest who understands our humanness. Support the show

Principle 54, Matthew – Carnal Influence  Matthew 26:1-16  We must now allow critical and carnal people to impact our thinking in negative ways.Support the show

Principle 53, Matthew – Christ’s Second Coming   Matthew 24:32-25:46<br>Even though we do not know when Jesus Christ will remove believers from this world, we are to prepare ourselves by faithfully living in His will. Support the show

Principle 52, Matthew – Israel and the ChurchMatthew 23:37-24:31To adequately interpret prophecies regarding the end of the age, we must carefully distinguish between statements about the nation Israel and statements about the church of Jesus Christ. Support the show

Principle 51, Matthew, Exemplary TeachingMatthew 23:1-36<br>Christian leaders are to both teach correct doctrine and practice what they teach. Support the show

Principle 50, Matthew – Divine Wisdom    Matthew 22:15-46    When communicating with people who are attempting to advance Satan’s agenda, we should seek to respond with divine wisdom in order to avoid arguments. Support the show

Principle 49, Matthew – Seeking the Truth    Matthew 21:12-22:14    We should not allow what we want to believe to cause us to reject what is God’s truth. Support the show

Principle 48, Matthew, Personal Interest    Matthew 20:29-21:11    Servant-leaders are not to allow accolades from the masses to dull their compassion for the specific needs of individuals. Support the show

Principle 47 – Matthew, Servant-leadership    Matthew 20:17-28    Spiritual leaders who follow Christ’s example should become servant-leaders.Support the show

Principle 46, Matthew – Faith and Works    Matthew 19:27-20:16    To understand and present the gospel correctly, we must distinguish between the gift of salvation and rewards for faithful service. Support the show

Principle 45, Matthew - Biblical Priorities    Matthew 19:16-26    We are never to allow material possessions to keep us from making God and His will a priority in our lives.Support the show

Principle 44, Matthew - Standing Firm     Matthew 19:1-15    In a secular as well as in a religious world that is more and more departing from biblical values, we are never to compromise the teachings of Scripture.Support the show

Principle 43, Matthew - Life Lessons    Matthew 17:14-18:35    To be prepared for ministry, all believers should have a time of preparation that involves both specific content and practical experience. Support the show

Principle 42, Matthew - Serving Faithfully    Even though we may have unanswered questions, we should serve Jesus Christ faithfully until He comes again.Support the show

Principle 41, Matthew Satanic Influences    Matthew 16:13-23    Even if our belief in Christ's deity is accurate, we are still to be on guard against Satan's efforts to influence our thinking and actions. Support the show

Model Prayers  - Principle 3COLOSSIANS 1:9-14Model Prayers We should consider how to use Paul’s inspired pastoral prayers creatively as we pray for one another.Support the show

Reflections of Maturity  - Principle 2COLOSSIANS 1:3-8Reflections of Maturity Spiritual leaders’ primary goal should always be to produce local churches that reflect faith, hope, and love.Support the show

Team Ministry  - Principle 1COLOSSIANS 1:1-2Team MinistryAll spiritual leaders should endeavor to implement the team ministry model 1649 illustrated so often in Scripture.Support the show

Principle 12 – Eternal RewardsPhilippians 4:10-17Spiritual leaders whose materials needs are being met by fellow Christians should serve Christ faithfully in order to add to their supporters’ spiritual rewards in heaven. Support the show

Principle 11 – Standing FirmPhilippians 4:1-9No matter our circumstances in life, we are to stand firm in the Lord by being unified in our relationships, by seeking God’s help through prayer, and by imitating Jesus Christ. Support the show

Philippians Principle 10 – Progressive SanctificationTo live in a manner worthy of the gospel, we must become more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ.Support the show

Philippians Principle 9 – Made Righteous by FaithTo be faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ, we must never compromise the biblical teaching that we are made righteous by faith and faith alone.Support the show

Philippians Principle 8 – Christ-like ExamplesTo help Christians understand and imitate Christ’s attitude of selflessness, humility, and self-sacrifice, we should expose them to spiritual leaders who model these qualities.Support the show

Philippians Principle 7 – Exemplifying the IncarnationTo demonstrate to the world who Jesus Christ is we are to work out our salvation.Support the show

Philippians Principle 6 – Imitating Christ To live worthy of the gospel, we must live in harmony with one another, demonstrating Christ’s attitude of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice.Support the show

Principle 40, Matthew - False Teachers    Matthew 16:1-12    We are to be on guard against being led astray by anyone who teaches false doctrine. Support the show

Principle 39, Matthew - Reaching Gentiles    Matthew 15:21-39    We are to proclaim the message that Jesus Christ came to be the Savior for all people, regardless of race, color, or creed.Support the show

Principle 38, Matthew - True Spirituality    Matthew 14:34-15:20    To avoid actions that are merely external and hypocritical, we must allow God's Spirit to penetrate our hearts with biblical truth.Support the show

Principle 37 - Matthew, Equipping Leaders    Matthew 14:22-33    In preparing others for significant ministry roles, attention should be focused on key leaders who have the potential to emulate primary leaders. Support the show

Principle 36, Matthew - The Whole Person  Matthew 14:13-21<b>In carrying out the Great Commission, we are to minister to the whole person--body, soul, and spirit.Support the show

Principle 35, Matthew – Sexual Sins    Matthew 14:1-12    We must not underestimate the power of sexuality to cause demented people to engage in irrational acts of hate and even murder.Support the show

Principle 34 – Matthew, Rejection    Matthew 13:54-58    We should not be surprised when those closest to us reject the gospel and us as well. Support the show

Principle 33, Matthew – The Kingdom of Heaven    Matthew 13:18-53    To clearly understand Jesus’ references to the kingdom of heaven, we must carefully follow God’s unfolding revelation regarding the church in the rest of the New Testament. Support the show

Principle 32 – Matthew – The Ministry of the Spirit    Matthew 13:1-17    Though we are to offer the gift of salvation to all people, we must understand that no one can respond without God’s divine help through the Holy Spirit.Support the show

Principle 31, Matthew – God’s Spiritual FamilyMatthew 12:33-50To be in God’s eternal family, we must believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and receive His gift of salvation. Support the show

Principle 30, Matthew – The Unpardonable Sin    Matthew 12:15-32    We should assure people that they have not committed the unpardonable sin and encourage them to receive the gift of eternal life.     https://youtu.be/w7JDVb5yckQSupport the show

Principle 29, Matthew – Inappropriate Traditions    Matthew 12:1-14    We should periodically evaluate our traditions in order to make sure they do not violate Christ’s compassionate example or the clear teachings of Scripture.     https://youtu.be/4X2wJzIa9YMSupport the show

Principle 28, Matthew – Imitating Christ    Matthew 11:16-30    When we face persecution, we are to imitate the Lord’s gentle, humble, and sacrificial example.     https://youtu.be/nIAQN3U4-TASupport the show

Doubt and Disillusionment    Matthew 10:16-11:15    Regardless of our maturity in Christ, we should expect crises that are sometimes disillusioning.     https://youtu.be/57fFqr2Hf9MSupport the show

Principle 26 – Matthew, Equipping Leaders    Matthew 9:37-10:15    To carry out the Great Commission effectively, spiritual leaders must equip others to assist them who in turn will multiply this process in the lives of others.     https://youtu.be/itjexDX54OQSupport the show

Matthew Principle 22 - Good ShepherdsTo be effective, pastors are to imitate Christ's love and compassion.Matthew 9:18-36https://youtu.be/vpOirEZLPb8Support the show

Function and FormWhen we worship God, we are to determine both our practices and our patterns by using God's truth in Scripture as our primary criteria, not cultural traditions.Matthew 9:14-17https://youtu.be/N8BObl-qQ0QSupport the show

Witnessing for ChristTo present the gospel to those who are lost we are to associate with them, but we must never compromise biblical values.Matthew 9:9-13https://youtu.be/_CALVljEpVISupport the show

Matthew Principle 22 - Matthew 8:18-27 The more we get to know Jesus Christ, the more we should be in awe of who He really is!https://youtu.be/0Qq4eioycB0Support the show

Physical HealingPrinciple 21 – Matthew 8:1-17Though we are to pray for physical healing, we must differentiate between spiritual healing for salvation and physical healing for the body.Support the show

A Solid Foundation     Principle 20 – Matthew 7:24-29To withstand the vicissitudes of life, we must put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ—who He is, what He has done for all of us, and what He taught. Support the show

The Way of Salvation     Principle 19 – Matthew 7:13-23To be true to the Scriptures, we must believe and teach that faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the one and only way to inherit eternal life. Support the show

Persistent Prayer     Principle 18 – Matthew 7:7-12To apply Christ’s teachings, we must have supernatural strength that is released in our lives through prayer.Support the show

Judgmental Hypocrisy     Principle 17 – Matthew 7:1-6When we confront fellow believers because of sin in their lives, we are to make sure we have dealt properly with our own sin.  Support the show

Establishing Priorities        Principle 16 – Matthew 6:25-34   To avoid anxiety, we should consistently put God first in all that we do—including the way we view and use our material possessions. Support the show

Principle 15 – Matthew, Eternal Treasures   Matthew 6:19-24   We are to measure our spiritual health by the way we use our material possessions to help make disciples of all nations. Support the show

Principle 14 – Matthew, Honoring God   Matthew 6:16-18   When we give, pray, and fast, we should do so with pure motives that glorify God and not ourselves.Support the show

Principle 13 – Matthew, Experiencing God’s Forgiveness   Matthew 6:1-15   To maintain intimate fellowship with God and one another, we must forgive those who sin against us. Support the show

Principle 12 – Matthew, Loving as Christ Loved  Matthew 5:38-48  We are to imitate Jesus in the way He related to people who were selfish, prejudiced, judgmental, hateful, and vengeful. Support the show

Principle 11 – Matthew, Practicing Integrity   Matthew 5:31-37   We are to build all relationships on trust and honesty. Support the show

Principle 10 – Matthew, Internalizing God’s Word    Matthew 5:20-30To overcome temptations that lead to serious sins, we must internalize God’s truth in our hearts on a consistent basis. Support the show

Principle 9 – Matthew, Fulfilling the Law    Matthew 5:13-19As Christ-followers, we are to reflect the law’s requirements by loving one another. Support the show

Principle 8 – Matthew, Reflecting God’s Fullness    Matthew 5:2-12To discover enduring spiritual fulfillment, we must be saved by grace through faith and then demonstrate those qualities of life that reflect God’s perfection. Support the show

Principle 7 – Matthew, Producing Mature DisciplesMatthew 4:23-5:1To develop mature Christ-followers, all spiritual leaders should give special attention to those who have a sincere desire to learn deep spiritual truths. Support the show

Principle 6 – Matthew, Dedicated Discipleship    Matthew 4:12-22To follow the Lord Jesus Christ, we must faithfully apply His teachings. Support the show

Principle 5 – Matthew, The Power of Scripture     Matthew 3:13-4:11When we’re tempted to violate God’s will, we are to follow Jesus’ example and use Scripture to thwart Satan’s efforts.Support the show

Principle 4 – Matthew, The Message of Repentance     Matthew 2:13-3:12To have forgiveness of sins and to live in fellowship with God, we must experience true repentance. Support the show

Principle 3 – Matthew, Worshipful Generosity     Matthew 2:1-12We are always to use our material gifts to worship and praise God and His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ. Support the show

Principle 2 – Matthew, Demonstrating Grace     Matthew 1: 18-25As believers, we are to extend mercy and grace toward those who are living out of the will of God. Support the show

Principle 1 – Matthew, The Gift of Salvation     Matthew 1:1-17No matter what our sinful condition, we should accept total forgiveness by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ, who lived, died, and rose again to redeem us from all sin. Support the show

Principle 10 – Proper Relationships   2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1We should maintain spiritual fellowship with authentic spiritual leaders and avoid relationships with false prophets and deceptive teachers. Support the show

Principle 9 – A True Test   2 Corinthians 6:3-13 To evaluate the depth of our commitment to Christ, we should consider the degree to which we are willing to endure discomfort as ambassadors for Christ. Support the show

Principle 8 – Modeling the Message    2 Corinthians 5:1-21  To expose false religious leaders, we must first and foremost live authentic lives that demonstrate our faithfulness to Jesus Christ and his message. Support the show

Principle 7 – An Eternal Perspective    2 Corinthians 4:1-18No matter what our circumstances in this life, we are to focus on God’s grace and eternal values. Support the show

Principle 6 – Living Letters2 Corinthians 3:1-18We are to evaluate our ministry effectiveness by the Christlike changes that take place in people’s lives.Support the show

2 Corinthians Principle 5 – Concern and Anxiety     2 Corinthians 2:12-17As brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ, we should expect periods of anxiety that relate to the impact of sin on our relationships. Support the show