BibleGateway.com, Online Bibles

BibleGateway.com, Online Bibles

BibleGateway.com
Website: https://www.biblegateway.com

Bible Gateway  is your rich social and personal connection to freely read, research, and reference Scripture on your desktop, laptop, tablet, smartphone . . . anywhere; in more than 200 versions and more than 70 languages! Its simple yet advanced searching capabilities allow you to quickly find and compare particular passages in multiple Bible translations based on the keywords, phrases, topics, or Scripture references you have in mind. You’ll be inspired and encouraged – whether reading with your eyes or your ears (audio Bibles) – as you rely on Bible Gateway for all your Bible reading needs.

OnePlace.com, Christian Radio Ministry

OnePlace.com, Christian Radio Ministry

OnePlace.com, Christian Radio Ministry
Website: http://www.oneplace.com/

OnePlace.com is the premier internet provider of online streaming Christian radio broadcasts and programs. Listen to your favorite Christian speakers, authors, and pastors Search our audio broadcasts by topic to find sermons and messages on issues important to you including Christian living, Bible study, salvation, marriage, prayer, Jesus Christ, parenting, and many more. Stay connected with your favorite radio broadcast ministries through daily devotional newsletters and download their latest programs and shows to your MP3 player. Want to take Christian radio programs on the go? Listen to today’s broadcast using the OnePlace.com Christian Radio Programs & Sermons iPhone application! Now available for free download through the Apple iTunes store. Grow in your walk with Jesus Christ, be encouraged in your faith, and build your knowledge of the Bible with OnePlace.com Christian radio programs.

OTW: Insight For Living, Chuck Swindol

OTW: Insight For Living, Chuck Swindol

Insight For Living, Chuck Swindol
Website: http://insight.org/

chuck-swindollCharles R. Swindoll has devoted his life to the accurate, practical teaching and application of God’s Word and His grace. A pastor at heart, Chuck has served as senior pastor to congregations in Texas, Massachusetts, and California. Since 1998, he has served as the founder and senior pastor-teacher of Stonebriar Community Church in Frisco, Texas, but Chuck’s listening audience extends far beyond a local church body. As a leading program in Christian broadcasting since 1979, Insight for Living airs in major Christian radio markets around the world, reaching people groups in languages they can understand. Chuck’s extensive writing ministry has also served the body of Christ worldwide and his leadership as president and now chancellor of Dallas Theological Seminary has helped prepare and equip a new generation for ministry.


 

 

OTW: Life Worth Finding, Dr. Andrian Rogers

OTW: Life Worth Finding, Dr. Andrian Rogers

currentbroadcast_radioLife Worth Finding, Dr. Andrian Rogers
Website: http://www.lwf.org/

Known for his evangelistic zeal and uncompromising commitment to the Word of God, Adrian Rogers was one of the greatest preachers, respected Bible teachers, and Christian leaders of our time. For over fifty years, he consistently presented the Good News of Jesus Christ with strong conviction, compassion,and integrity. Even though the Lord called him home in 2005, his messages of “Come To Jesus” are still reaching around the world.


 

 

OTW: Hal Lindsey

OTW: Hal Lindsey

hallindseyThe Hal Lindsey Report, Hal Lindsey
Website: http://www.hallindsey.com/

“The Hal Lindsey Report” is a weekly half-hour news and commentary series. It is hosted by popular Bible prophecy teacher Hal Lindsey, author of The Late Great Planet Earth. This informative program covers current events and national and international issues from a Biblical and prophecy-based perspective.


 

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OTW: James Vernon McGee

OTW: James Vernon McGee

mcgeeThru The Bible, James Vernon McGee
Website: http://ttb.org/

In 1967 Dr. McGee began teaching the Thru the Bible radio program as we know it today. After retiring from the pastorate, he set up radio headquarters in Pasadena, and the radio ministry expanded rapidly. Today the program airs on over 800 stations each day in the United States and Canada, is heard in more than 100 languages around the world and is broadcast worldwide via the Internet.

On the morning of December 1, 1988, a few minutes after a visit with the then Associate Director of Thru the Bible, alert and in conversation centered around his concern for the continuance of the radio ministry, Dr. McGee fell asleep in his chair and quietly passed into the presence of his Saviour.


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Abounding Grace

(2 Corinthians 8 & 9) God wants to talk to believers about our relationship to the material blessings He’s given us and how they are to be used. There are no rules for Christian giving, but He does give clear-cut principles. DOWNLOAD

Ai and I

(Joshua 7) Zeroes in on our greatest enemy who, surprisingly, is sitting in the seat with you at this moment. DOWNLOAD

The Amazing, Alarming, and Awful Apostasy

The apostasy is coming–blatant immorality, rejection of God’s Word, and denial of Christ as our Lord. In this message from the Epistle of Jude, Dr. McGee details the apostasy in our present day. DOWNLOAD

America Needs a Declaration of Dependence

Disturbed by national and international conditions, we fail to ask who is to blame. In this penetrating message, Dr. J. Vernon McGee demonstrates the real answer as suggested in Isaiah 1. DOWNLOAD

America Needs to be Thankful

(2 Chronicles) Most Americans enjoy material blessings that surpass even those of King Solomon, and spiritual blessings abound through faith in Jesus Christ. DOWNLOAD

An X-Ray of the Cross

(Psalm 22) The Gospels record the historical fact of Christ’s death and the events surrounding His crucifixion, but Psalm 22 reveals His thoughts, shows us the anguish of His passion, and lays bare His soul. DOWNLOAD

The Antidote to Anti-Semitism

As fresh outbreaks of Anti-Semitism are appearing in many places, what should Christians do? This booklet deals with the interesting biblical background and presents the antidote. DOWNLOAD

Armageddon: What? Where? When?

(Revelation 16 & Daniel 11) Covers the place and time of Armageddon, the final war, the forces involved in it, the purpose, and the conclusion. DOWNLOAD

Back to Bethel

Dr. McGee examines Genesis 35:1-15 to tell us the story of Jacob who refused to submit to God at home, so God gave him a 20-year education in the far country, and Uncle Laban taught all the classes. After graduation, God called Jacob back to Bethel and he started living for God. DOWNLOAD

Balaam: A Prophet for Profit

(Numbers 22-25) Probes into the thinking of the shadowy character of Balaam, exposing the greed that was there–greed that may be lurking in our own hearts. DOWNLOAD

The Battle of the Gods

(Exodus 7-12) Recognizes the two great spiritual forces in this world, God and Satan, and reveals how the plagues upon Egypt were leveled at its false gods — a telling blow against the satanic deception of the Egyptian people. DOWNLOAD

Behind the Black Curtain in the Upper Room

(John 14) Dr. McGee shows how our Lord taught the much-loved truths of this chapter by building on interruptions from Peter, Thomas, Philip, and Judas. DOWNLOAD

The Best Love

Dr. McGee maintained that many people are getting married who are not prepared for a relationship that God alone can bless. In this well-loved message, Dr. McGee explains that God promises a lasting, happy marriage to a man and woman who are Spirit-filled. DOWNLOAD

Better Than Bethlehem

His birth in Bethlehem was not the first nor the last appearance of Christ in the world. We see Him revealed in the Old Testament; also, the significance of His birth and His unveiling are found in the revelation. DOWNLOAD

Born of a Daughter of David

Traces the genealogy of Jesus from Abraham to His birth at Bethlehem. Explains the difference between the two genealogies in the New Testament and why the virgin birth was imperative. DOWNLOAD

Changing Bitter Waters to Sweet

(Exodus 15:22-25) Dr. McGee focuses on an incident of the Exodus that shows how God uses bitter experiences to educate and prepare us for service. He will not leave us but will lead us into blessing. DOWNLOAD

Charge It!

(Philemon) Back of this epistle is the apostle. Back of his promise is a person who will pay. Back of the charge is collateral, and back of the communication is a confidence that brings comfort to the heart. DOWNLOAD

Christmas in the Home of Abraham?

(Genesis 12-22) Highlights Abraham’s life and shows how Isaac foreshadowed the coming of Jesus Christ. DOWNLOAD

Christmas is God Shining In

The first time Christ came to this earth was not at Bethlehem, but in the Garden of Eden. Christ’s birth takes on new meaning and sheds new light on the place where the star shone so brightly. DOWNLOAD

The Church at Its Best

(Revelation 2:1-5) This was the church at Ephesus, because it had an intense, enthusiastic devotion to the person of Jesus Christ. DOWNLOAD

Confidence, Certainty, and Cheer

(Philippians 1) In the Epistle to the Philippians Paul writes about Christian living at the highest level. If God’s children could learn to live for Christ, there would be confidence, certainty, and cheer in our lives. DOWNLOAD

The Country Preacher Who Came to Town

(Amos 7) Amos, the Old Testament prophet, may have been a “country bumpkin,” but he was God’s man. Fearlessly and powerfully, he gave God’s message that judgment awaits nations living in luxury and lolling in immorality. DOWNLOAD

The Cross Divides Men

(1 Corinthians 1:18) There are two classes of people who come to the cross of Christ. To one, it’s good for nothing – foolishness. But the other group comes before it and finds the power of God unto salvation. DOWNLOAD

The Cross is God’s Christmas Tree

(Romans 5:1-11) God offers us wonderful gifts as benefits of salvation. They’re of infinite beauty because they come out of the heavenlies, and they were purchased with the precious blood of Christ. DOWNLOAD  or Purchase the printed booklet

Daniel: Choosing to Stand Alone

Presents the biblical view of true separation by examining Daniel’s remarkable life. DOWNLOAD

The Dark Side of Love

(Zephaniah) Corrects our mistaken notion that God’s love is a sentimental feeling rather than a deep concern for His own. DOWNLOAD

Darkness and Light: The Day of the Lord

If you’ve ever been confused about prophecy, this is the booklet for you. Dr. McGee clearly spells out God’s scenario for the future as described in the Bible, event by event, from the Rapture to the New Jerusalem. DOWNLOAD

Death of a Little Child

Dr. McGee shares the comfort God gave to him during the heartrending experience of losing his firstborn daughter. Over the years it has been a help to countless grieving parents who need a word of comfort in a lonely and dark hour. DOWNLOAD  or Purchase the printed booklet

Elisabeth: The First Person to Worship Jesus

Looks at the birth of Jesus through the experience of two great women, Mary and Elisabeth, and their wonderful songs of Christmas. DOWNLOAD

Evolution and You (or Why God Hated Esau)

(Obadiah) The rejection of God’s revelation and the acceptance of the theory of evolution as a fact of science was the great delusion of the twentieth century. Pride is the attitude of those who declare their independence from God. DOWNLOAD

Faith + 0 = Salvation

(Galatians 4) God has a place to take away sins, but it’s not the Law. It’s Christ who paid the penalty for your sin. It’s your faith in Him that saves you; nothing else can. DOWNLOAD  or Purchase the printed booklet

From the Top of the Mount of Olives You Can See Forever

(Matthew 24 & 25) Exposition of the Olivet Discourse. Jesus answers His disciples’ questions concerning the last days: 1) “When shall these things be?” 2)”What shall be the sign of thy coming and 3) of the end of the age?” DOWNLOAD

Fruit of the Sycamore Tree

(Luke 19) Dr. McGee’s delightful message on Jesus’ encounter with the despised tax collector, Zacchaeus. A clear presentation of salvation. DOWNLOAD

Gifts of the Spirit

(1 Corinthians 12-14) What are the gifts of the Spirit? Are they from God? How do we get them? What is their purpose? Dr. McGee answers these questions and more. DOWNLOAD

The God of All Comfort

(2 Corinthians 1:3) Is comfort just a pat on the arm and sympathetic platitudes? God’s comfort is to help us, and goes with us through the difficulties of life. DOWNLOAD

God So Loved

(John 3:16) Puts the yardstick on the word “so,” showing God’s love to be infinite in height, wide as “whosoever,” deep as hell, and demonstrated by the length to which He has gone. Includes a clear presentation of the gospel. DOWNLOAD

Golden Bells and Pomegranates

(Exodus 28 & Leviticus 8) The high priest’s robe of the ephod had around the hem golden bells interspersed with pomegranates. Dr. McGee likens the bells to a believer’s verbal convictions and pomegranates to the fruit of a believer’s life. An encouraging and motivating message. DOWNLOAD

The Gospel in the Gates of Jerusalem

(Nehemiah 3) Dr. McGee takes us around the ten gates of the city of Jerusalem in Nehemiah’s day and applies the significance of each gate to our own lives. DOWNLOAD

Grace in Three Time Zones

(Titus 2) The three time zones are the past when salvation appeared in the person of Christ; the present when the Holy Spirit teaches and empowers us to live for Christ; and the future when the blessed hope becomes a reality. All of this is by His grace. DOWNLOAD

Guidelines for the Understanding of the Scriptures

Dr. McGee’s introduction to his 5-year Bible study through the entire Word of God. DOWNLOAD

The Greatest Sin in All the World

(Hosea) This message has its background in Hosea’s heartbreak over his unfaithful wife, Gomer–who sold herself into harlotry–and her restoration. Dr. McGee draws paralells to God’s dealings with the nation Israel. DOWNLOAD

Have You Crossed Over Jordan?

(Joshua 22) Dr. McGee correlates Israel’s experience of passing over the Jordan River to enter the Promised Land with our experience of lives transformed through identification with the risen Christ. DOWNLOAD

He is Coming Again!

(John) Presents the second coming of Christ in contrast to His first coming–the Christmas yet to come. A very helpful clarification of the two comings of Christ. DOWNLOAD

Homesick for Heaven

(2 Corinthians 5:6-8) What will the New Jerusalem, our home in the heavens, be like? Dr. McGee examines the intriguing clues given to us in Scripture along with an explanation of what an ambassador for the Lord should do. DOWNLOAD

How Can God Exist in Three Persons?

While we may not be able to fully comprehend all the mysteries of the Trinity, we can at least stand on the fringe of this great truth and worship. DOWNLOAD

How God Prepared the World for the First Coming of Christ

(Matthew 2) The four major divisions of the human race entered into God’s planning and timing when He sent His Son into the world. DOWNLOAD

How It All Began

(Genesis 1:1) The intrusion of human hypotheses regarding our origins has produced a babel of voices drowning out the very clear voice of God in the Book of Genesis. DOWNLOAD

How Russia Will Be Destroyed (or When Russia Comes Down Against Israel)

(Ezekiel 38 & 39) This important sermon details the future invasion of Israel by Russia and her allies, how the stage is being set, and God’s surprising and decisive victory. DOWNLOAD

How to Have Fellowship With God

(1 John 1) How can sinners possibly have fellowship with a holy God? Man has tried three ways – two of which are wrong and one that leads to wonderful, sweet fellowship with God the Father. DOWNLOAD

How to Stand Against Satan

(Ephesians 6) Satan uses every dirty trick to attack the child of God. Have you put on the armor God provides in order to avoid being defeated in your Christian life? DOWNLOAD  or Purchase the printed booklet

How You Can Have the Assurance of Salvation

(1 John 5) A gift is available to every Christian. It’s desperately and devoutly desired but seldom attained. The Bible sets forth this gift as a certainty concerning one’s personal relationship with God. Can we know for certain that we are saved? Yes! DOWNLOAD  or Purchase the printed booklet

The Human Story

(Genesis 3) This chapter is necessary in explaining the tragic consequences of disobedience from Eden until now. Before the curtain falls on man’s little day, God lets us hear the strains of the finale in Revelation 5:9, 10. DOWNLOAD

Is Capital Punishment Christian?

The Ten Commandments dictate: “Thou shalt not kill.” But does that apply to capital punishment carried out by governments? Dr. McGee turns to both the Old and New Testaments to find the answer. DOWNLOAD

Is It Possible For a Saved Person Ever to be Lost?

(Hebrews 6:4-6) In an honest search for its meaning, Dr. McGee tackles this confusing and difficult passage of Scripture, which is oftentimes skipped over by Bible commentators. DOWNLOAD

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Is There Really A God That Loves Me?

The Blessed Hope

“For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse.” (Romans 1:20 KJV)

Notice that in this verse of Scripture it states that we can see evidence of God in creation. With all the extreme complexities in the universe there is still a harmony that can only be explained by believing that a designer created them. But how does God make his existence known to us personally? If we look at nature we can know that He does exist. Just because we cannot physically see God does not in any way mean that He does not exist. Look at such laws of nature as gravity, or even the wind. We can see, and feel, the effects of them even though we do not know where they originate from. Can you see the wind, or just the effects of the wind? So if you cannot see the wind, do you think the wind does not exist? Or do you believe that the wind does exist because you see and feel the effects of the wind? Though we cannot physically see the wind or gravity we know that they exist.

Suppose that God did create these laws. If God created them how much harder would it be to show who He is to each of us on a personal level? God would have to be infinite if he created every living being (after all, God started everything out of nothing). It would be extremely difficult for us to understand God, let alone relate to Him. We can see that He exists through what he created but He seems impersonal and `far off’ because we do not know how to relate to him.

What if God talked to you audibly? How would you know for certain that it was God and not some advanced technology? What if He came as a man with extraordinary powers that were used for miracles in order to relate to us? Who would believe that he was God? (We must ask this even of Christ Himself if we are to serve Him. We must know for sure that He is the true Son of God otherwise we would be serving under a false pretense.) Just imagine if modern day man built a time machine and went back in time 4000 years. What would the people of that time think about one of us dressed in a space suit having the ability to fly (with the use of a jet pack)? They could very well have thought that we were gods. If this is true, could not a man having a more advanced technology appear to perform miracles to us?

Another very important question to ask is, if God does exist which, if any, of the world’s religions and sacred books were inspired from the true God of the universe? How can our mortal minds know God and which world religion is the one that truly serves him? The fact is by ourselves we cannot. If God exists He would have to find a way to relate to us personally, in such a manner that it would leave no doubt in our minds that it is God trying to relate to us. But how could God do this? We must ask this of every religion; `How do I know that it is the truth?’ It is the answer to this question that sets Christianity apart from all other religions.

The Bible Is Comprised Of Historical Facts

There is much evidence from archaeology that confirm the Biblical accounts as historical facts. Even the school system (where God is not valid and prayer is prohibited) recognizes Biblical accounts as historical truth! What of other religions? The historical accuracy of the Bible has been vindicated many times over as have no other religious writings.

God Knows The Future And Tells Us The Future In The Bible

The biggest proof that the Bible is the word of God is also the simplest. It is the easiest for us to understand and helps us know that what the Bible says is true. It is the fulfillment of Bible Prophecy. Many sacred writings contain prophecy but prophecy fulfilled is missing from all other sacred writings except the Bible. In Isaiah, it reads,

“I am God, and there is none else; I am God and there is none like me, declaring the beginning from the end, and from ancient times the things that are not yet done, saying, My counsel shall stand, and I will do all my pleasure” (Isaiah 46:9-10 KJV)

“I have even from the beginning declared it to thee; before it came to pass I shewed it thee: lest thou shouldest say, Mine idol hath done them, and my graven image, and my molten image, hath commanded them;” (Isaiah 48:5 KJV)

The God of the Bible out right tells us that not only is He the true God, but that He has proof that no other can claim. He says this to us so that we will know that He is the true God. To paraphrase the above Scripture; `BEFORE it came to pass I showed it to you so that you would not believe in false gods’ (or idols, and graven images). God reaches out toward us and reveals Himself as the true God with absolute proof! Can any other sacred writings actually prove so? Of course, this all is contingent on the statement being correct and that the said proof exists. And it does exist, very much so! All Bible prophecies, except those to still be fulfilled, have a 100% accuracy rate thus far.

What Is A Proof That The Bible Is The True Word Of God

It is the most important question that all of us must ask of all religions in order to believe that the one you choose is the true religion of the true God. God’s prophecies made a believer out of me. Without them I would still not know what to believe. Many do not realize the importance of Bible Prophecy but the fact that it comprises 30% of the Bible should send a signal to all of us. It still amazes me me how many of the largest Christian denominations never teach Bible Prophecy, yet it is vitally important to God!

How can we know that the prophecies of the Bible are true and will occur? If we look at the prophecies from the past that have already been fulfilled we can see just how accurate God’s prophecies are. If we look at the Old Testament it is clear that the Jewish people (God’s Chosen People) looked toward the Messiah’s first coming and his death on the cross. This is because of the prophecies about His first coming found in the Old Testament. We now look back at Christ’s first coming and death on the cross because of the precision with which the Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled. Here are just a couple of the many historical prophecies of the Old Testament that were fulfilled.

Fulfilled: The Coming Of The Messiah (Jesus the Christ)

The list of prophecy fulfilled regarding the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus the Christ is an overwhelming proof that the Bible is the true word of the true God. Here are some of the amazing prophecies fulfilled in Jesus:

He would be born of a virgin.

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 7:14,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 1:18-23

He would come from the tribe of Judah, one of the 12 tribes descended from Jacob.

  • Old Testament: Genesis 49:10
  • New Testament fulfillment: Luke 3:23-24

He would be born in Bethlehem.

  • Old Testament: Micah 5:2,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 2:1

He would be preceded by a messenger.

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 40:3,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 3:1-2

He would enter Jerusalem riding on a colt.

  • Old Testament: Zechariah 9:9,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Luke 19:35-37

He would be betrayed by a friend.

  • Old Testament: Psalm 41:9,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 26:47-50

He would be sold for 30 pieces of silver.

  • Old Testament: Zechariah 11:12,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 26:15

He would be beaten and spit upon.

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 50:6
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 26:67

He would be wounded and whipped by his enemies.

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 53:5,
  • New testament fulfillment: Matthew 27:26

His hands and feet would be pierced.

  • Old Testament: Psalm 22:16,
  • New testament fulfillment: Luke 23:33

He would be crucified with thieves.

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 53:12,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 27:38

Men would cast lots for his clothing.

  • Old Testament: Psalm 34:20,
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 27:35

He would not answer, or speak, to His accusers

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 53:7
  • New Testament fulfillment: Matthew 27:12-14

He would live again after dying.

  • Old Testament: Job 19:25,
  • New Testament fulfillment: John 2:19, Matthew 12:39, 16:3

His Ministry would start in the region of Galilee

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 9:1
  • New Testament Fulfillment: Matthew 4: 12-17

Would be rejected by His own people

  • Old Testament: Isaiah 53:2, 63:3, Psalms 69:8
  • New Testament Fulfillment: Luke 9:58; Mark 6:3, John 1:11

Have his price given for a potter’s field

  • Old Testament: Zechariah 11:13
  • New Testament Fulfillment: Matthew 27:7

He will be spat on and struck on the cheek and mocked

  • Old Testament: Micah 5:1, Isaiah 50:6, Psalms 22:7-8
  • New Testament Fulfillment: Matthew 26:67, Matthew 27:30-44

Be given vinegar to quench thirst

  • Old Testament: Psalms 69:21
  • New Testament Fulfillment: Matthew 27:34

The odds are too great to dismiss the truth of God’s prophecies. Some skeptics go as far as to say that Christ simply read the Old Testament prophecies and then did what they said. But how could anyone predict where he would be born and under what circumstance he was born? How could anyone predict that exactly two thieves would be crucified with him, or that men would cast lots for his clothing? And why would any man actually want to die such a horrible death on a cross? And let’s not forget that Jesus raised people from the dead, healed the lame and diseased, walked on water etc etc etc. These too add to the undeniable truth that He was the Messiah, the Son Of God. These are only a few of the prophecies of the Bible that have been fulfilled to the letter regarding Christ’s first coming. There are at minimal 200-300 such Prophecies that were fulfilled regarding Christ’s first coming! There are many other prophecies fulfilled and many prophecies are coming to pass right before our very eyes in this modern time.

Prophecy Fulfilled: A Proof That The Bible Is The True Word of The One True God

Prophecy fulfilled to such specific accuracy proves without a shadow of a doubt that the Bible is the word of the true God. God uses prophecy fulfilled to let us discern the truth from the fallacy. To let us know without doubting that the Bible is the true word of the one true God.