2026 Winter Conference (Friday Afternoon Sessions)

We’re streaming live from our 2026 Winter Conference, Think on These Things. Watch as Stephen Nichols explores the role of beauty in theological reflection, Joel Kim considers how we can put biblical truth into practice, and our speakers participate in a Q&A session.

The Story That Exposed My Self-Righteousness (Luke 18:9-14)

In this episode, we walk through Luke 18:9–14—the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector—and answer one of the most important questions in human history: How can a sinner be made right with God? This episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. Join thousands living in freedom with nothing to hide, and visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. Use our unique code DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan This passage completely reshaped the way I understood the gospel of grace, because it exposes the danger of self-righteousness, especially for people who grew up in church and know all the “right answers.” It’s possible to look religious, speak the language, and still be resting your confidence in what you’ve done—or haven’t done—rather than Christ alone. We cover:

• The context of Luke 17–18 and the question: “How do I enter the kingdom of God?”
• Why God’s holiness makes the gospel necessary
• What a Pharisee would have looked like in Jesus’ day (religious elite, moral rigor, spiritual discipline)
• Why a tax collector was viewed as the worst kind of sinner in Jewish society
• The difference between pride masked as humility vs true repentance
• The tax collector’s plea for mercy and how it points to propitiation (wrath satisfied by a substitute)
• Why Jesus says the tax collector went home justified—and the Pharisee didn’t
• The core of salvation: merit vs mercy, self-justification vs free gift, works vs grace

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’ve subtly drifted into a “good person” version of Christianity, this conversation will challenge you to re-center your hope on Jesus’ blood and righteousness—not your performance. 📖 Passage: Luke 18:9–14 🎯 Topics: justification, repentance, grace, self-righteousness, holiness of God, gospel clarity, Pharisees, tax collectors, propitiation, Christian testimony If this helped you, consider liking, subscribing, and sharing with someone who needs gospel clarity. #Luke18 #Gospel #Grace #Justification #ChristianPodcast #BibleTeaching #SelfRighteousness #ParableOfThePhariseeAndTheTaxCollector #JesusChrist #Salvation

2026 Winter Conference (Thursday Sessions)

We’re live from our 2026 Winter Conference, Think on These Things. Watch now as Derek Thomas encourages us to shape our minds around the truth of God’s Word followed by a panel discussion with our speakers exploring how Christians can cultivate excellence.

Why Order and Pattern Point Beyond Randomness

Truth Bombs from Two Former Christians

The Renewed Mind: Studying the Scriptures

The Renewed Mind: Study the Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 1) Big Idea for This Week: Practice the habit of Scripture by understanding its authority, submitting to its truth, and being transformed by its discipline. Sermon Outline 1. The Library We Hold: Understanding the Scriptures The Bible is not just a book of rules or fables; it is a library of writings that are both divine and human, telling a unified story that leads to Jesus. 2. The Breath We Need: Submitting to the Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:16-17) Scripture is "God-breathed." It is not merely inspiring; it is inspired. Because it originates from God, it has the authority to Teach, Reprove, Correct, and Train us. 3. The Fruit We Bear: Transformed by the Scriptures (Psalm 1) We are shaped by what we study. Without the Word, we become like "chaff" that is weightless and blown by the cultural wind. Through meditation (Hagah), we become like strong, healthy, fruitful trees planted by streams of living water. Study Questions for Reflection • What has shaped your view of the Bible? When you hold your Bible, do you view it primarily as an intimidating list of rules, or as a library of God's voice or something else? • 2 Timothy says Scripture is profitable for "reproof" and "correction." When was the last time you let the Bible change your mind or correct your behavior? How is the habit of allowing the Scriptures correct us so important for our spiritual growth in 2026? Do you trust your own thoughts and feelings ("Sola-Feels") more than the authority of God's Word? • Psalm 1 describes the wicked as "chaff" that the wind drives away. How have you seen the wicked driven by the winds? What attributes does Psalm 1 say are true of someone who meditates on scripture and how have you experienced these attributes? (Stability, fruitfulness, perseverance, success, etc.) • Are you currently "eating" the Word (meditating/filling your mind) or just "snacking" occasionally? Practical Challenges: Practicing Scripture in 2026 1. Choose Your Plan (Tools Not Rules). Don't just "try harder"; have a plan. We recommend visiting Ligonier.org/posts/bible-reading-plans to find a variety of PDF options. https://www.ligonier.org/posts/bible-... Here are three great ones to look for on that page: • The 5-Day Reading Program: Reads through the Bible in a year but creates margin by giving you weekends off to catch up or reflect. Great for busy schedules. • The Chronological Plan: Read the events of the Bible in the order they actually occurred historically. • The Robert Murray M’Cheyne Plan: A classic, immersive plan that takes you through the Old Testament once and the New Testament and Psalms twice in a year. • My Plan: I will commit to the ____________________ plan. 2. Choose Your Format (Paper over Digital). We live in a world of distraction. To truly "renew your mind," you need focus. • The Challenge: Try reading a physical paper Bible this week. The spatial awareness helps memory, and the lack of notifications helps your soul. • My Commitment: I will leave my phone in the other room while I read: (Yes / No) 3. Choose Your People (Community). Reading the Bible was never meant to be a solo sport. We need others to help us understand, apply, and stick with it. • The Challenge: Text one friend or family member this week and tell them what plan you picked. • My Partner: I will tell __________________ about my plan. 4. Grace, Not Guilt. If you miss a day, don't quit. You don't stop eating food just because you missed one meal. • The Mindset: If you fall behind, don't try to "catch up" by speed-reading 20 chapters. Just jump back in where you are today. Any day you read your Bible is a win.

How Your Smartphone Points to God (God Proofs, Ep. 2)

Friday, January 9, 2026

Year in review and looking into 2026!

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All Life Runs Code (God Proofs, Ep. 1)

All life runs code... but what does the code point to? A short animated video inspired by the graphic novel The God Proofs: How Science Points to YOUR Creator by Doug Ell for young teens and above. For more information, check out https://thegodproofs.com/. ============================ As a special gift from the director of the CSC, Dr. Stephen Meyer, you can download his 32-page mini-book Scientific Evidence for a Creator for FREE: https://evolutionnews.org/_/sefac Are you interested in the origins of life and the universe? Get this free book and explore the debate between Darwinian evolution and intelligent design. If you're intrigued by the origins of life, this is a must-read. It might change the way you view our world. 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/ https://scienceandculture.com/ https://intelligentdesign.org/ Follow us: X:   / discoverycsc   Facebook:   / discoverycsc   Instagram:   / discoverycsc   TikTok:   / discoverycsc   Visit other Youtube channels connected to the Center for Science & Culture Discovery Institute:    / discoveryinstitute   Dr. Stephen C. Meyer:    / drstephenmeyer  

Are You Practically an Atheist Without Realizing It?