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Paul closes his letter by urging Philemon to be strong in God’s grace and the riches of forgiveness by going over and above Paul’s request to free Onesimus. The post Philemon Episode 3 | The Richness of Giving and Receiving Forgiveness – Part 3 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul makes an appeal to Philemon to forgive Onesimus, showing the transforming power of the gospel. He also undermines the issue of chattel slavery with God’s love. The post Philemon Episode 2 | The Richness of Giving and Receiving Forgiveness – Part 2 appeared first on Two Journeys.

God’s wisdom protects us from wickedness, temptation, and destructive paths, guiding us toward righteousness, life, and eternal hope. The post God’s Wisdom a Shield from the Wicked and Their Ways appeared first on Two Journeys.

God’s children express their Father’s heart by loving righteousness and extending sincere mercy and forgiveness even to their enemies, just as they have been treated. The post Class in Luke: Children of the Heavenly Father appeared first on Two Journeys.

Explore Philemon 1-7 and discover how faith, grace, fellowship, and the gospel equip us to forgive deeply and reflect Christ’s love. The post Philemon Episode 1 | The Richness of Giving and Receiving Forgiveness – Part 1 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Discover Proverbs 1:20–33, where Lady Wisdom cries out, calling sinners to repent, embrace truth, and choose life over eternal death. The post Wisdom Cries to Be Heard appeared first on Two Journeys.

Discover how Jesus calls His followers to a supernatural life of Spirit-powered love, mercy, sacrifice, and good deeds—even toward their enemies. The post Class in Luke: Called to a Supernatural Life appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul writes to his good friend Philemon to urge him to be reconciled with his runaway slave, Onesimus, in a beautiful display of gospel unity and love. The post Philemon Podcast Introduction appeared first on Two Journeys.

Discover Proverbs 1:1-7 and learn the difference between wisdom and foolishness, two ways to live, and why true wisdom begins with the fear of God. The post Two Kinds of People, Two Ways to Live appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus promises that God will richly reward every ounce of suffering and sacrifice by his disciples in heavenly rewards — in crowns, commendation, and capacity for himself. The post Class in Luke: God’s “Unblushing Rewards” for Earthly Sacrifices appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul concludes the letter with final warnings about false teachers and exhortations encouraging good works. He also asks Titus to visit him. The post Titus Episode 7 | Avoiding Foolish Arguments and Paul’s Final Words to Titus appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus explains the blessings for his disciples who are seeking God’s kingdom and warns the crowd to repent of their sins, seek his forgiveness, and believe to be saved. The post Class in Luke: The Sermon on the Plain appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul gives timeless principles to help believers know how to win the lost and how to function in this evil age, especially by sharing the gospel and doing good works. The post Titus Episode 6 | Christian Responsibilities in an Unbelieving World appeared first on Two Journeys.

Study Luke 6 as Jesus reveals his authority over the Sabbath, chooses the Twelve, heals the afflicted, and teaches kingdom blessings. The post Class in Luke: Jesus’ Healings Validate His Kingly Authority appeared first on Two Journeys.

The parable of the wineskins explains that when any person turns to the Lord, they become like a new wineskin. The Holy Spirit dwells inside them bringing change. The post Class in Luke: From Old to New: Cloth and Wineskins appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus calls Levi the tax collector to abandon his sin and follow Christ, walking in the spiritual healing of repentance. Levi joyfully responds in celebration and praise. The post Class in Luke: The Spiritual Healing of Jesus’ Call appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus heals a paralyzed man but prioritizes forgiveness of sins for eternal healing through faith in his divine authority. Faith values Christ as supreme. The post Class in Luke: Jesus Prioritizes Forgiving Sins appeared first on Two Journeys.

Andy explores Ezekiel 20's prophecy of Israel's second exodus, true Israel, and its ultimate fulfillment in Christ and the new Jerusalem. The post Class in Ezekiel: Israel’s Greater and Final Exodus appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul teaches very plainly that when salvation comes to a life, it doesn’t just deliver us from the penalty of sin, but it transforms the way we live. The post Titus Episode 5 | The Transforming Power of the Grace of God appeared first on Two Journeys.

Acts shows how the gospel advances across the earth through history by God’s sovereign plan, by the Holy Spirit’s activity, and by the suffering of God’s witnesses. The post How the Gospel Advances: To the Ends of the Earth and the End of Time (Acts Sermon 68) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus, filled with compassion, reverses leprosy with a touch, instructs the man to offer Moses’ sacrifices, and withdraws from the swelling crowds to pray to his Father. The post Class in Luke: Jesus Reverses Leprosy appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel 20 reveals the tragic history of Israel’s national sin of idolatry and traces it back to the period of slavery in Egypt, long before the Exodus took place. The post Class in Ezekiel: Israel’s Long History of Sin Began in Egypt appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul urges Titus to teach men, women, and slaves sound doctrine. Healthy churches are made up of healthy families who make the gospel beautiful to a lost and dying world. The post Titus Episode 4 | Men and Women, Older and Younger, and Instructions to Slaves appeared first on Two Journeys.

Under house arrest in Rome, Paul boldly preaches for two years, even while chained to soldiers. Luke concludes his narrative of the continued ministry of Jesus Christ. The post The End of the Beginning (Acts Sermon 67) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul warns against false teachers in Crete and calls church leaders to defend the gospel and promote sound faith. The post Titus Episode 3 | The Corruption of the False Teachers and the Cretans appeared first on Two Journeys.

After a shipwreck, Paul ministers in Malta and arrives in Rome, seeing God's promises fulfilled every step of the journey. The post Paul Ministers in Malta, Then Arrives at Rome (Acts Sermon 66) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Study Luke 5 and discover Jesus' authority to heal disease, forgive sins, and call disciples into his kingdom. The post Class in Luke: Jesus’ Glory in Miracles Begins to Draw Disciples appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul lays out the qualifications for elders, a timeless office in the local church, beginning with blameless men gifted to preach, teach, and refute false doctrine. The post Titus Episode 2 | The Qualifications for Elders appeared first on Two Journeys.

Luke describes Paul’s inspirational leadership during his sea voyage to Rome, where he boldly directed the captain, sailors, guards, and other prisoners to safety. The post Inspirational Leadership in an Overwhelming Storm, Part 2 (Acts Sermon 65) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel provides stunning insights into the origin of evil and Israel’s idolatry. Satan first worshiped himself; then he invited other creatures to worship him as well. The post The Origin of Evil appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-law from her fever with a loving touch. Jesus heals many others, offering them signs of his divine identity and reconciling purpose. The post Class in Luke: Jesus Heals With Divine Purpose appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel 18 reveals God’s justice and mercy, calling every soul to personal repentance, righteous living, and steadfast faith before him. The post Class in Ezekiel: The Responsibility of Every Individual Soul – Part 2 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul greets Titus with deep theology of his conception and calling as God’s servant of Jesus Christ to shape his understanding of Christian ministry and life purpose. The post Titus Episode 1 | Paul’s Deep Greeting to Titus appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus demonstrated divine authority in preaching and in performing miracles. He taught Scripture, forgave sins, healed the sick, and cast out demons, amazing everyone. The post Class in Luke: The Divine Authority of Jesus’ Words and Works appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel 18 teaches the responsibility each person has before God for their choices throughout their entire life, regardless of their family or circumstances. The post Class in Ezekiel: The Responsibility of Every Individual Soul – Part 1 appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul’s letter to Titus contains solid, practical instruction for young pastors on lifestyle, doctrine, and the gospel ministry. The post Titus Podcast Introduction appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul’s perilous voyage to Rome reveals God’s sovereign power over storms, salvation, and suffering as Paul shines with fearless faith. The post Paul’s Perilous Journey to Rome, Part 1 (Acts Sermon 64) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Mysteriously, Ezekiel foretells of a glorious heavenly temple where God will closely dwell with the redeemed eternally, promising to be their God forever. The post Dwelling with the Glorious God Eternally appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul’s final greetings and benediction in Romans 16 celebrate gospel unity, faithful servants, and the glory of God through Jesus Christ. The post Romans Episode 45 | Final Greetings and Benediction appeared first on Two Journeys.

Conversion means to repent and turn to God and prove your repentance by a transformed life. God calls us to share this with other people like the apostle Paul did. The post Yes, I Am Trying to Convert You! (Acts Sermon 63) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel 36 clearly predicts the salvation of the soul and Ezekiel 37 the salvation of the body. He explains the new birth, new heart, and bodily resurrection for God’s glory. The post God’s Mighty Work of Salvation: Soul and Body appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus reveals himself as the Messiah. The Jews of Nazareth reject Jesus because of unbelief and attempt to kill him for his mention of salvation for the Gentiles. The post Class in Luke: Jesus Rejected in Nazareth appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel 17 reveals God’s judgment on Judah and his promise to raise up Christ’s glorious kingdom from David’s fallen line. The post Class in Ezekiel: Two Eagles, a Low Spreading Vine, and a Lofty Fruitful Cedar appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul instructs believers to invest their material possessions in eternal blessings and strive to maintain loving unity with Jew and Gentile believers. He requests prayer. The post Romans Episode 44 | Investing in Eternal Blessings appeared first on Two Journeys.

Luke records Paul’s testimony before Festus and Agrippa to explain the paradigm of conversion - that if God can save Paul he can save anyone! Also Paul displays his burning passion to share the gospel. The post Paul’s Testimony to Festus and Agrippa (Acts Sermon 62) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel sees four visions of Christ and his kingdom, from the preincarnate Christ in glory, to him as good shepherd, to his kingdom as vines and trees. The post Ezekiel’s Visions of Christ and His Kingdom appeared first on Two Journeys.

Jesus begins his public ministry by returning to Galilee in the anointing of the Spirit. He reveals his role as the Messiah, fulfilling Isaiah’s 700-year-old prophesy. The post Class in Luke: Jesus Begins His Public Ministry Anointed by the Spirit appeared first on Two Journeys.

Ezekiel 16 is an extended parable comparing God’s people to an adulterous wife who scorns her loving and lavishly generous husband (God) for pagan idols and lewdness. The post Class in Ezekiel: Adulterous Jerusalem is Unfaithful to God appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul tells how his missionary calling has been his driving ambition, taking all his time, plans, and energy, reflecting God's eternal desire to win Gentiles to Christ. The post Romans Episode 43 | Paul’s Missionary Calling appeared first on Two Journeys.

God displays his divine providence in Paul’s trial by protecting his life from murderous threats and granting his appeal to Caesar. The post Paul’s Trial Before Festus (Acts Sermon 61) appeared first on Two Journeys.