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Currently, we're in a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're considering Ps. 62:1. When we're at Wits' End, nothing and no one will do but God alone. At those times, we have to wait for Him with hope and expectation, knowing that He is all-sufficient, more than able to save us out of or strengthen us amidst our trials and troubles. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show

Currently, we're in a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're considering Genesis 15:13, where God states to Abram that his offspring will be "afflicted for four hundred years." While it may be hard to fathom, this was part of God's will.  Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show

Currently, we're in a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're considering Deuteronomy 8:3, where God teaches us to solely live on His word, trusting that He will be faithful to His promises, no matter what we may face or be going through. He often teaches us that truth by allowing circumstances that are entirely beyond our ability. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show

We're starting a series that is based on a book that I wrote five years ago: Meeting God at Wits' End. The Hebrew meaning for "wits' end" refers to the swallowing up of all our own wisdom. When we don't know what to do, or even what to say, God is our only hope.In today's episode, we're walking through the introduction, giving you the background as to why I wrote this book during a very difficult season in my life. Here's your free copy of the book: https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/meeting-god-at-wits-end"Hope in God: Overcoming Discouragement through God's Word and Spirit" is based on three similar statements, found in Psalm 42:5, 11, and 43:5, where we read: "Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God." These recordings are done in order to encourage you in your faith and walk with Jesus, especially when you are struggling with discouragement or what is referred to as spiritual depression. No matter who you are or what you may be going through, there is genuine hope, a hope that outweighs everything you may face in this fallen world. Additionally, these recordings are done in order to raise funds for Bibles for the persecuted church, desiring to encourage those who are suffering for their faith. Here's how you can be a blessing: when you purchase the following $10.00 book deal, you will, in fact, provide one Bible to the persecuted church.This book deal consists of 30 books on overcoming discouragement and spiritual depression, providing genuine comfort and hope amidst all your struggles, sorrows, and suffering. https://store.christ-centered-books.com/product/30-books-on-overcoming-discouragement-and-spiritual-depressionYou'll be blessed by the 30 books and be a blessing to the persecuted church.For all the info, go to https://store.christ-centered-books.com/hope-in-godIn Christ Alone, Jan BlonkP.S. Jan is the Dutch equivalent to John and is pronounced "yawn."Support the show

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In Matthew 5:8, Jesus said: "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Thankfully, in and through the gospel, God has given us a pure heart. In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.comSupport the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

In Matthew 5:7, Jesus said: "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy." We never move away from God's mercy. Even our God-pleasing attitudes and actions are in need of receiving His mercy. In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.comSupport the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

In Matthew 5:6, Jesus said: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied." Our hunger and thirst for righteousness indicates that the satisfaction of it - a life of righteousness - is entirely outside of us. In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.comSupport the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

In Matthew 5:5, Jesus said: "Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth." Interestingly, Matthew used the same Greek word for "meek" in relation to Jesus, being gentle and humble. In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.comSupport the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

In Matthew 5:4, Jesus said: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted." When we mourn for sin, whether inward or outward, we have Jesus' certain words that we "shall be comforted." In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.comSupport the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

In Matthew 5:3, Jesus said: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." The "poor in spirit" deeply know (and feel) that they have nothing in and of themselves and that everything must come from Jesus. In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.comSupport the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

Looking at every recorded statement by Jesus, one verse at a time.In Matthew 4:19, Jesus said: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” To follow Jesus includes to be part of His mission. Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

Looking at every recorded statement by Jesus, one verse at a time.In Matthew 4:17, Jesus said: ““Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” When Jesus started His ministry, His message was one of repentance, a turning back to our creator, including as the sole source of all that's right and pleasing to Him, which is the essence of the kingdom of heaven. Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

Looking at every recorded statement by Jesus, one verse at a time.In Matthew 4:10, Jesus said: “Be gone, Satan! For it is written, 'You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve.'" Jesus has full authority over Satan and can command Him at any time. Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

Looking at every recorded statement by Jesus, one verse at a time.In Matthew 4:7, Jesus said: “Again it is written, ‘You shall not put the Lord your God to the test.’” An essential aspect of Jesus' great work of redemption was Him overcoming every temptation to distrust and disobey His Father. His victory is our victory. Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

Looking at every recorded statement by Jesus, one verse at a time. In Matthew 4:4, Jesus said: “It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.'" Him overcoming Satan's deceit and temptations was an essential aspect of our eternal redemption. His victory is our victory. Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

In Matthew 3:15, Jesus said: “Let it be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness.” He came to "fulfill all righteousness." What does that mean? Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

Since faith in Jesus is the only way to be saved, it's vital to have the right kind of faith, also known as saving faith. Just believing the facts about Him won't do you any good; you need to put your whole trust in Him. In "Jesus and His Words," we'll walk through every recorded statement by Him, one verse at a time. To believe in Jesus is to embrace everything He has said.Since these recordings are also done in order to raise funds for bibles for the persecuted church, please go to www.helpthepersecutedchurch.com Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

If God consisted of 100% kindness and 100% severity, what would be the percentage of either one in preaching today? Do we have a balanced (right) view of God, or are we heavily leaning toward only one of them? Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)

The most freeing reality when we realize that the whole weight of our salvation rests on God Himself. Support the show (https://helpthepersecutedchurch.com)