The Family Bible Journey Podcast

Peace Like a River, Isaiah 66, OT S1:E495

Isaiah ends with vivid descriptions of hell and the fate that awaits those who stubbornly reject the Lord. We who acknowledge our sin and cling to our Savior receive His favor instead. Not because we are any better than anyone else, but simply because God loves us and has redeemed us.

The Wolf and the Lamb, Isaiah 65, OT S1:E494

In this chapter, we see ferocious beasts such as lion and wolf lying with lambs and calves. In this paradise of peace, God does away with our old ancient foe, bringing everlasting peace, life and joy to His creation.

Godless Last Days, II Timothy 3, NT S1:E251

Terrible times are upon us when everyone acts as if they are god! These self-proclaimed gods demand worship and sacrifice. Instead of being bewitched by the enticing lure of selfishness, acting as if we are god, let us seek the One True God by being rooted in His Word.

He Became Their Savior, Isaiah 63, OT S1:E493

We hear again the promise that God Himself is going to come and be our Savior. The ancient Israelites may have wondered how this would happen, but we know it is by taking on human flesh to become one of us. In treading the winepress of God's wrath alone, He has become our Salvation!

God's Signal Over All, Isaiah 62, OT S1:E492

The cross stands as the symbol of God's love for us. This once-and-for-all symbol of God's mercy was once the symbol of oppression and death. We take comfort from this symbol because of the redeeming power of God's love, which can even turn death into life.

A Worker Approved By God, II Timothy 2, NT S1:E250

In the military, there is a clear chain of command. Everyone knows to whom they report. In this life of competing allegiances, how can we live confidently, trying to please all who are over us? By endeavoring to serve Christ in all things, we will be fulfilled and approved by God.

Liberty for the Captives, Isaiah 61, OT S1:491

Jesus chose this passage as the text for His homecoming sermon in Nazareth. Even though his neighbors didn't appreciate these words coming from His mouth, we appreciate them as his promise to free us from slavery to sin. He has given us freedom so that we can serve Him in faith and love.

Our Light of Heaven, Isaiah 60, OT S1:490

When we are in heaven, Christ will be the uninterrupted source of light. Until we see Him in His presence, the light of His life lightens our times of personal darkness. His redeeming power is able to redeem even the things we would not want or ask for, as they direct our hearts and minds back to Him.

Faith of Our Mothers, II Timothy 1, NT S1:E249

Timothy was blessed by a godly mother and grandmother who raised him in the Jewish faith. When Paul came to their town preaching the gospel, they readily accepted Christ as the fulfillment of all God's promises to mankind. May we likewise bless our family by leaving the legacy of faith.

Redeemed Character of the Godly, Isaiah 59, OT S1:E489

Isaiah reminds Judah that God seems to be ignoring their prayers because they are acting in ungodliness. Their sin has seperated them from the Lord's favor. But instead of condemning them eternally, God is going to rescue them from their sin. God's undeserved love is a great encouragement to us in righteousness, knowing that His great power to redeem is at work in us when we walk in His way.