North Avenue Church Podcast

Daniel and the Lions’ Den | Daniel 6

Mark, Greg, Scott and Papa Fred remind us why the story of Daniel and the lions' den is so well known and well loved.

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All are Under Sin: Man’s Moral Inability | Romans 3:9-20

Jerry, Grant Crane, Josh Crouse and Carter Hart walk us through the last section of the "bad news" before Paul reaches the "Good News" of the Gospel in Romans 3.

From Malta to Rome: Common Grace and Christian Kindness | Acts 28:1-16

1. Paul and the Maltan natives (v 1-11)
2. Paul and the Roman saints (v 12-15)
3. Paul and the Roman soldiers (v 16)

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Belshazzar’s Foolish Feast: Diversions, Distractions, and the Folly of Ignoring Eternity | Daniel 5

Here are some notes Greg took for our study of Daniel 5:

1. Worshiping idols is foolish and wicked and ultimately deadly (v 4, 23).
2. Being cavalier with or misusing what is devoted to God brings serious consequences (v 2-3, 22-23)
3. Learn from how God has worked in others (v 18-23)
4. Be ready to speak the truth no matter the occasion, no matter who we're speaking to, and no matter the threat/reward for doing so (v 17-28)
5. Speak the truth because doing so glorifies God and it is right to do so, not to increase earthly wealth (v 17)
6. Remember that all earthly kingdoms, no matter how great, will be brought to an end (v 30-31)
7. True prosperity cannot be measured by earthly possessions and pleasures (v 1, 29-31)
8. A day of reckoning is coming for all who mock God and His people and His truth (v 30)

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Let God be True though Every One Were a Liar | Romans 3:1-8

Jerry, Josh Crouse, and Grant Crane lead us through Paul's thinking concerning God's faithfulness in light of Israel's unfaithfulness.

How to Redeem the Time: Part 2 | Ephesians 5:15-16

Scott powerfully shows us how the gospel is meant to joyfully compel us to want to redeem our brief time on this earth for Christ's glory and our good.

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Rejecting Religious Hypocricy | Romans 2:17-29

Jerry, Josh Crouse and Grant Crane talk to us about spiritual hypocrisy based out of Romans 2.

Nine Lessons on Being a Light in the Storm | Acts 27

Paul is: 1) Friendly (v 1-3); 2) Trustworthy (v 3); 3) Wise (v 9-13); 4) Storm-tossed (v 14-20); 5) Bold (v 21); 6) Trusting (c 22-26); 7) Active (v 27-44); 8) Exemplary (v 12, 20, 22, 29-30, 42-43); 9) Owned (v 23).

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The Humbling of Proud Nebuchadnezzar | Daniel 4

The Lord graciously and patiently works humility in the life of perhaps the most evil, arrogant and cruel leader of Daniel's day.

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Salvation by Faith and Judgment According to Works | Romans 2:6-16

Jerry, Grant, and Josh Crouse helped us think through a challenging section of Romans 2.

Ten Traits of a Faithful Witness | Acts 26

1. Be respectful (v 2-3, 25)
2. Express what it was like not to believe (v 4-11)
3. Glorify Jesus, not self (v 12-16)
4. Urge faith in Jesus and repentance from sin to all (v 17-22)
5. Present Jesus's life, death, and resurrection as the fulfillment of Scripture (v 22-23)
6. Be ready for rejection and ridicule (v 21, 24-25)
7. Make specific application boldly (v 26-28)
8. Ask good questions (v 8, 27)
9. Plead with and pray for the people you're engaging (v 29)
10. Rely on God's gracious help (v 22)

The outline was adapted from this commentary.

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Nebuchadnezzar’s Fiery Furnace | Daniel 3:8-30

Mark, Scott, Greg and Papa Fred apply the story of Daniel's three friends and the fiery furnace to today's world.

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Don’t Presume on God’s Kindness and Patience | Romans 2:1-5

Jerry, Josh Crouse and Carter Hart help us understand Paul's argument as he turns from the pagan Gentiles to address the religious Jews who also need the gospel.

What is Conversion? | Acts 26:17-23

1. Open your eyes.
2. Turn from darkness to light.
3. Receive forgiveness and a place.

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Nebuchadnezzar and the Danger of False Assurance | Daniel 2:46-3:7

1. Nebuchadnezzar praises Daniel's God and honors Daniel (2:46-49)
2. Nebuchadnezzar later demands that all worship his idol (3:1-7)

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