God Talk Greg Beutel

Join us as we delve into the ongoing message series, "Questions of Jesus," where we explore the profound and sometimes challenging questions Jesus posed to those around Him. In this episode, we reflect on a particularly poignant question from Matthew 15:16: "Are you also still without understanding?"We examine the context behind Jesus' frustration with His disciples' lack of comprehension, and draw parallels to the modern-day church. Despite having access to God's Word, many believers and church leaders still struggle to fully grasp its teachings. We discuss how this lack of understanding manifests in various denominations and explore the broader implications for the church today.From addressing the controversies surrounding Pope Francis to examining the liberal trends in Protestantism and non-denominational churches, we confront the difficult questions and call for a return to scriptural fidelity and deeper understanding. This episode challenges us to re-evaluate our own spiritual insights and strive for a more faithful adherence to God's Word.

In this episode of God Talk, we delve into the unexpected ways God might get our attention. Host Greg shares a personal story about dealing with an embarrassing and persistent muscle spasm, his visit to the neurologist, and an unexpected soccer game incident that seemed to alleviate his condition. Could it have been a divine intervention?Greg reflects on how God sometimes uses surprising, even painful events to guide us or heal us, drawing parallels from the Bible, including stories from Amos and Jonah. He contemplates the idea that God's 'kicks in the head' can serve to correct our paths, pull us out of unhealthy habits, or shift our perspectives.Join us as we explore the notion of divine discipline and the ways in which God's tough love can ultimately lead to our betterment. This episode is a thought-provoking reminder that sometimes, what seems like a setback might actually be a setup for something greater.

Last week, we looked at the question Jesus posed to two blind men who came to Him to be healed. He asked, “Do you believe I can do this?” Their answer was a resounding Yes! This week, we look at a very familiar story where Jesus is walking on water and approaches the disciples, who are in a boat in a tempestuous sea. Peter asks to walk to Jesus on the sea, and Jesus invites him. He steps out of the boat onto the surface of the raging waters but then begins to doubt. Like Peter, we all have struggles with doubt, and this message provides helpful insights into how to deal with it effectively.    

Why did the duck cross the road? To get to the other side of course. But how we treat a duck crossing the road ought to convict us as to how we treat people who are in harms way because they don’t know Jesus.

Today, we delve into a powerful question Jesus asked two blind men, exploring themes of faith and divine possibility. This sermon highlights the significant moments of belief and healing, drawing parallels between Jesus's miracles and His teachings on faith’s transformative power. We'll also share contemporary stories, because we’re not done witnessing the impossible become possible. This session is crucial for understanding how true faith can lead to spiritual and physical healing.

God’s readiness to act is boundless, but it calls for genuine faith and a heart open to transformation. Join us to celebrate His miraculous works and discover how your own faith can lead to profound changes in your life and the lives of others!

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In this episode of God talk I will introduce you to our new staff members as well as tell you why it is significant that in the Old Testament an axe head floated.