What Christians Should Know

WCSK shorts equip you with practical wisdom based on a brief Bible passage. This episode extracts two practical applications from the confrontation between King Ahab and the prophet Elijah in I Kings 18:17-19.

People are always looking for a new word from God but what about His old word in the Bible? In this episode, learn what the Biblical definition of prophecy and a prophet are, and discover how that relates to the 21st century. Also, get equipped to discern if the Spirit is leading you in your everyday life.

WCSK shorts equip you with practical wisdom based on a brief Bible passage. This episode provides a new way to look at blessings based on Psalm 1:3.

WCSK shorts answer a specific question based on a brief Bible passage. This episode provides a crucial answer to the question, "Is the popular depiction of Jesus biblical?" based on Psalm 2:9. You may never look at a picture of the Messiah the same again.

WCSK shorts answer a specific question based on a brief Bible passage. This episode provides three answers to the question, "Why is God not answering my prayers?" based on Psalm 2:7-8.

In an age of skepticism, this is a pressing question for our time. We discuss what the Bible says about science, how true science informs our understanding of reality and how Christians can reasonably use science to navigate life. In the end, both Christians and scientists can learn from one another. Finally, get insight into a hidden threat: something ominous lurking in the background that is a threat to both faith and to true science.

Christians do not serve an impersonal God who is distant and far removed from us. The Lord is also our adoptive Father and therefore wants to have a deep, personal relationship with us. In this episode, get equipped to understand how adoption informs our relationship with God, with the self, and with those around us.

You need a Savior because you need someone to rescue you from danger. All of humanity is threatened by the same abysmal threat but many people have no clue that they are in a dire situation. Although the Savior can rescue many there are countless people who will refuse His help. In this episode we will make a case for the exclusivity of Christ by examining other religious truth claims and what the Bible says about the Messiah. We will also figure out if people can "just be good" and take a discerning look at what free will has to do with anything. As a bonus we will also expose hell's best kept secret.

How should a Christian relate to the State (civil government), those in positions of secular authority and society-at-large? How should a Christian relate to governments that behave badly? Does God have a preference for which political party His followers belong to? Intelligent faith provides clarity and meaningful answers to these pressing questions in the aftermath of the 2016 presidential election. In Part III we will talk about justice, a concept in the Bible that is often overlooked and misunderstood. We will learn about how God is a God of justice and how He expects secular authorities and everyday people to strive in order to make things right. We will end by using our prophetic imagination and analyze how far the West has strayed away from God's prescriptions of how the State should operate.

How should a Christian relate to the State (civil government), those in positions of secular authority and society-at-large? How should a Christian relate to governments that behave badly? Does God have a preference for which political party His followers belong to? Intelligent faith provides clarity and meaningful answers to these pressing questions in the aftermath of the 2016 presidential election. In Part II, we will discuss civil obedience and civil disobedience. Jesus and the apostles Paul and Peter give us clear, explicit instructions on what the Christian's normal stance toward the State should be. However at times, things may stray far away from normal. Get the Biblical prescription for when obedience actually demands disobedience. Also find out the revealing truth of what the prophets tell us about what to do when there seem to be an increasing number of external threats that pose a risk to national security.

How should a Christian relate to the State (civil government), those in positions of secular authority and society-at-large? How should a Christian relate to governments that behave badly? Does God have a preference for which political party His followers belong to? Intelligent faith provides clarity and meaningful answers to these pressing questions in the aftermath of the 2016 presidential election. In Part I, we will discuss what the State is, what it is supposed to do, and what the Biblical jurisdictions of the Church and State are. We will also discuss some political theory and take a closer look at what Jefferson really meant when he wrote about the separation of Church and State. You will be surprised to discover that Jefferson never intended for the State to be Godless, nor did he prescribe that the Church should not have an intimate dialogue with the State when it comes to civil affairs.

What is suffering? Why is there so much of it? How can God really be God with so much evil in the world? Does God really love me and is He really good if He lets me get hit by a car? What about childhood cancer and women who miscarry? Why do hurricanes and earthquakes happen? This episode will answer these questions and equip you with clarity and meaningful answers to one of Christianity's hardest questions. In Part III we will take a closer look at the book of Job and the title character of this classic Old Testament account of unjust suffering. Be equipped to know how to wrestle with hardship while remaining faithful to a sovereign God. Get actionable advice and learn about the hidden treasures of wisdom deep within the moving story of Job.

What is suffering? Why is there so much of it? How can God really be God with so much evil in the world? Does God really love me and is He really good if He lets me get hit by a car? What about childhood cancer and women who miscarry? Why do hurricanes and earthquakes happen? This episode will answer these questions and equip you with clarity and meaningful answers to one of Christianity's hardest questions. In Part II we will explore common yet flawed methods to deal with suffering. We will also clarify specific Bible strategies on how to cope with hardship. Finally, Dr. Sadaphal shares his personal story about the loss of his daughter, Charley, and how this drew him closer to The Lord.

What is suffering? Why is there so much of it? How can God really be God with so much evil in the world? Does God really love me and is He really good if He lets me get hit by a car? What about childhood cancer and women who miscarry? Why do hurricanes and earthquakes happen? This episode will answer these questions and equip you with clarity and meaningful answers to one of Christianity's hardest questions. In Part I we will also explore where evil comes from, why free will is such a big deal, and if suffering is evidence against God.

Certainty is something that Christians strive for but may often fail to reach. Does that mean they are in some way deficient or lacking? What happens when we feel unsure? Does that mean we have to turn in our Jesus card? What uncertain Christians do not need is angry scorn that does not solve the problem. What they do need is to listen to this episode which provides clarity and many meaningful answers. At last, feel confident about what you believe and why.

Doubt is unsettling and it can derail someone who wants to be closer to Christ. But does the presence of doubt mean your faith "is not good enough?" Does it mean that there is something wrong with you and your relationship with God? Does doubt cancel out your faith and make you a bad Christian? In this episode, intelligent faith will provide clarity and meaningful answers to this critical question.

At last, you can finally understand why the day of rest is so important and means much more than a day off to go to church. Get a fresh understanding of what the Bible says about time, and how Sunday is a peaceful revolt against the status quo. The day of rest is less about what you do or don’t do and is much more about how you fill your time with God.

At last, you can finally understand why the day of rest is so important and means much more than a day off to go to church. Get a fresh understanding of what the Bible says about time, and how Sunday is a peaceful revolt against the status quo. The day of rest is less about what you do or don’t do and is much more about how you fill your time with God.

The five core doctrines are the foundational principles upon which the Christian faith is built. Without any one of them, Christianity crumbles. In this episode, learn what the principles are and why they matter. Feel empowered to know what you believe, why you believe it, how to foster unity among believers, and God's motivation in revealing Himself to us.

The five core doctrines are the foundational principles upon which the Christian faith is built. Without any one of them, Christianity crumbles. In this episode, learn what the principles are and why they matter. Feel empowered to know what you believe, why you believe it, how to foster unity among believers, and God's motivation in revealing Himself to us.