2 Comedians Talk God and Humility | Doug Wilson

The Boniface Option | with Andrew Isker

What is Superabundance? w/ Gale Pooley

TobyMac - Cornerstone ft. Zach Williams

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Update on Origin of Life Debate

If you would like to support us in creating more content across our different media platforms, we would greatly appreciate any support you can give. Visit https://jesusandscience.org/#Support to learn more. God bless. ~ https://jesusandscience.org Dr Tour's Personal Website - http://jmtour.com Twitter - http://twitter.com/drjamestour Facebook - http://facebook.com/drjamestour LinkedIn - http://linkedin.com/in/drjamestour Instagram - http://instagram.com/drjamestour Snapchat - http://snapchat.com/add/drjamestour

If Jesus Is God, How Could He Die?

America's Sexual Suicide | Doug Wilson & George Gilder

Conclusion of Response to Trent Horn, A Little Rosaria Butterfield

Did Moses Really Split the Red Sea? w/ Dr. John Bergsma

Michael Behe Unravels the Mystery of Biological Information (Secrets of ...

Join renowned biochemist Michael Behe as he explores the mystery of biological information in Episode 8 of his popular video series “Secrets of the Cell.” In “Information: The Foundation of Life,” Dr. Behe unravels the mystery of how information drives the development and operation of our cells, our teeth, our bones, and much more. 

More episodes can be viewed at https://michaelbehe.com/videos/secret... or https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Ynga...

Michael J. Behe is Professor of Biological Sciences at Lehigh University in Pennsylvania and a Senior Fellow at Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture. He received his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Pennsylvania in 1978. Behe’s current research involves delineation of design and natural selection in protein structures. For more about Behe and his research visit https://michaelbehe.com/. 

============================

The Discovery Science News Channel is the official Youtube channel of Discovery Institute's Center for Science & Culture. The CSC is the institutional hub for scientists, educators, and inquiring minds who think that nature supplies compelling evidence of intelligent design. The CSC supports research, sponsors educational programs, defends free speech, and produce articles, books, and multimedia content. For more information visit https://www.discovery.org/id/

http://www.evolutionnews.org/

http://www.intelligentdesign.org/

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/discoverycsc/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoverycsc/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discoverycsc/

Visit other Youtube channels connected to the Center for Science & Culture

Discovery Institute: https://www.youtube.com/user/Discover...

Dr. Stephen C. Meyer: https://www.youtube.com/user/DrStephe...

Police Arrest Teen While Reading the Bible

Join us for the newest episode of Apologia Radio in which we are joined by the young man who was arrested for reading the Bible with Queens. Marcus Schroeder was reading the Bible and was taken by the Police. The team on the ground that day joins us. Tell someone about this one, friends! The show continues with The Aftershow on Apologia All-Access! https://apologiastudios.com/aftershow... Get the NAD treatment Jeff is on, go to ionlayer.com and put "APOLOGIA" into the coupon code and get $100 off your order! https://www.ionlayer.com Check out The Ezra Institute at... https://www.ezrainstitute.com/ Check out our store at https://shop.apologiastudios.com/

Formation in Pleasing Piety In A Posturing World (Matt 6:1-18)

"Formation in Pleasing Piety In A Posturing World"

Matthew 6:1-18

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Sunday, August 13th

Community Group Questions:

Can you think of some examples of public posturing not shared by Jon?

Of the three acts of piety Jesus uses as examples which do you have the most experience with? Which do you have the least experience with?

What are some examples of religious hypocrisy in our day?

What are some ways you have found yourself having the wrong motive when it comes to living out your faith?

Have you ever experienced doing spiritual things for the wrong reasons?

What are some questions you could ask yourself to determine if you are doing spiritual things for the wrong reason?

What’s one thing you will do in response to this message?

Resources for "Formation in Pleasing Piety In Posturing World"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yk2Ql8477f4

Formation in Enemy-Love (Matthew 5:38-48)

Formation in Enemy-Love (Matthew 5:38-48)

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Sunday, August 6th with Guest Speaker James Rayment

Community Group Questions:

James explained that to "turn the other cheek" (verse 39) means to not return an insult for an insult. What ways can we deescalate tensions and turn the the volume down on conflicts that we are involved in? On the opposite end, what responses might we have that turn the volume up? How can we be tempted to be personally vengeful?   

What is the difference between loving your enemies and forgiving your enemies? How can we grow in trusting God to do what is right in situations where we have been deeply wronged?

Formation is the process of becoming more like Jesus in our knee-jerk responses to situations in life. What challenges do we face in following these commands to love our enemies and how can we overcome these challenges?

If Jesus didn't come to destroy the law but to fulfill it, what is the significance of Jesus' commands in Matthew 5:38-48 towards our enemies, especially as it relates to the law of God?

How do these commands reflect the character of God? How does God love his enemies?

What practical application will you take from the message this week? How do these commands challenge us to live differently? How can we help support one another in applying these things in our lives? How can we pray for one another this week? Are there any practical needs that we can help each other with this week?

Resources for "Formation in Enemy-Love"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Video - https://youtube.com/live/UuDD-uwRZh8?feature=share

Formation in Faithfulness (Matthew 5:31-37)

Formation in Faithfulness (Matthew 5:31-37)

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Sunday, July 30th with Guest Speaker Pastor Chris Short

Community Group Questions:

1) What does this passage teach us about the character of God and ourselves?

2) Divorce can be a painful and sensitive subject. How does this passage inform our understanding of divorce and remarriage?

3) As a disciple of Jesus, what does it look like to pursue faithfulness in the marriage covenant?

4) According to the passage, what does it mean to purpose faithful character?

5) How does Christ’s work in the Gospel impact our faithfulness?

6) How does this passage lead you to doxology (worship & praise)?

Resources for "Formation in Faithfulness"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYaqrifvEhg&t=3s

Formation in Purity (Matthew 5:27-30)

Formation in Purity

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Matthew 5:27-30

Sunday, July 16th

Guest Speaker: Steve Bilger

Discussion Questions for Community Groups

How are lust and anger similar to one another in how they use power against people?  Where have you seen this in your own life?

Steve discussed the difference between a consumer relationship with sex vs a covenant relationship with sex.  What is the difference between these, and why is it important to reflect on this?

Jesus uses hyperbole (“gouge out your eye” or “cut off your hand”) to show us that drastic measures are needed to keep us from sexual sin and lustful intent. Why is Jesus taking this so seriously?

Steve gave us 3 ways of “drastic measures” to fight against the temptation to lust: feeding your life with Christ, healing from shame & trauma, protecting the narrow path with proper boundaries.  What do you need the most right now in your battle against lust?

Resources for "Formation in Purity"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Formation in Self-Control "Reconciliation and the Heart of God" (Matthew...

Formation in Self-Control "Reconciliation and the Heart of God"

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Matthew 5:21-26

Sunday, July 16th

Guest Speaker: Adrian Tijerina

Discussion Questions for Community Groups

1) Christ claims that all scripture bears witness to him. That may be easy to see in some passages but more obscure in others. Are there any verses or passages that are particularly difficult for you to see Christ? What might be some strategies for you to consider in clarifying them?

2) What are some verses or passages that you can identify that you may understand as something as other than Christ? How can you approach them in a new way to see Christ there?

3) God is a God of revelation, do you think of him as such? How would it change your relationship with him to agree with that or to pursue increasing revelation of who he is?

Resources for "Formation in Self-Control"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F6bDOr4PrJ8&t=8s

Formation in Scripture "King & Law" (Matthew 5:17-20)

Formation in Scripture: "Law & Gospel"

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Matthew 5:17-20

Sunday, July 9nd

Guest Speaker: Doug Foreman

Discussion Questions for Community Groups 

1) Christ claims that all scripture bears witness to him. That may be easy to see in some passages but more obscure in others. Are there any verses or passages that are particularly difficult for you to see Christ? What might be some strategies for you to consider in clarifying them?

2) What are some verses or passages that you can identify that you may understand as something as other than Christ? How can you approach them in a new way to see Christ there?

3) God is a God of revelation, do you think of him as such? How would it change your relationship with him to agree with that or to pursue increasing revelation of who he is?

Resources for "Formation in Scripture"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BV2gvCdkSU

Formation in Identity "Salt & Light" (Matthew 5:13-16)

Formation in Identity: "Salt & Light"

Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down

Matthew 5:13-16

Sunday, July 2nd

Guest Speaker: Ken Sabalza

Discussion Questions for Community Groups

1.) What are the main uses of salt and why did Jesus use salt as an example for His followers?

2.) How does a Believer end up losing their "saltiness"? How does false teaching, heresies, and other gospels dilute the message of the true Gospel?

3.) What is does it mean to be light in the world? Why does it not make sense for a Believer to hide their light?

4.) What are some consequences that happen when Christians hide their light under a basket?

5.) How has Christianity impacted the world throughout history and your own personal life?

6.) Why is it important for us as Believers to be salt and light in our families, communities, or wherever the Lord sends us?

“15 Ways Christianity Changed History and Society” by Jason Pierce

Christianity...

Gave us the concept of holidays.

Gave us hospitals as we know them today.

Adoption and foster care systems.

Christianity gave us the middle-class workforce.

A higher view of sexuality and marriage.

Gave women greater dignity and freedom.

Gave children a higher status and importance.

Gave history its most significant artwork and artists.

Gave history its most excellent music and musicians.

Gave history its most excellent works of literature.

11. Created the foundation for America.

12. Created the foundation for our education systems.

13. Created the foundation for science.

14. Is the most powerful force in abolishing slavery.

15. Is the most powerful force in charity work.

Resources for "Salt & Light"

Audio - https://rainiervalleychurch.com/latest-sermons

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9zjNTTjEC3c&t=4424s (

"Formation in Attitude" (Matthew 5:1-12)

Intro to the Sermon on the Mount and The Beatitudes
Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down
Sunday, June 25th
Guest Speaker: Steve PrattQuestions to consider for your reflection this week:

1. Jesus is a master teacher who chose to make his opening statement in his sermon the beatitudes, the first word to be “blessed.” What does that tell you about the character & heart of God?
2. How are we “poor in spirit” when it comes to approaching God?
3. Which beatitude do you find yourself most challenged by?  Why?
4. Meekness is humility in action to others. Where have you shown meekness in your life?  Where do you struggle with meekness?
5. What promises give you the most hope in the beatitudes?

Why We Are Still Protesting Rome: Interview With Gavin Ortlund