Here is our second lightning round question. Is there any evidence or example in the Bible that God actively works in our lives today? Great question! We'll let Kurt take it from here...

Matthew 5:13 begins by saying, "You are the salt of the earth!" In Luke's gospel Jesus will add something to that. "Salt is good; but if the salt has lost its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is neither fit for the land nor for the dunghill, but men throw it out."

In the United States, there is a line in our pledge of allegiance that says, "One nation, under God...", which is an acknowledgment of His power and sovereign nature. In this episode, Danny and Kurt discuss the Biblical truth of God's rule and control of all nations.

Today, we'll think about Abraham and the tremendous faith he had in God. His faith is very important to us because, "We are Abraham's seed, according to the promise." Galatians 3:29

As we begin this new season, we'll start with king Hezekiah. A man who loved God and trusted in His promises. He faced odds that are difficult for us to fathom and yet he turned to God and trusted in Him. He is a great example of faith and of what the Lord will do to help us.

The first lightning round question we have is from Rubi! Her question is a very important one and it deals with choosing the right church to attend for worship services. Is the church of Christ the right church to attend? Here is our answer from God's word.

Happy New Year!!! Children are a heritage from the Lord! They are a gift from God and the fruit of the womb. What a blessed privilege to be entrusted with a human life and to be granted the loving relationship that can only be found in our children.

There are many places in the gospels where Jesus tells people to follow Him. We will look at a few of those places and see how people reacted to Him when the call went forth. We'll also look at the way people react to Him today, as the call continues to go out.

Season Five begins with the New Year of 2025! We are super excited for all that is coming, and we hope you will join us on our journey through the Scriptures. Please send in your questions and help us make the lightning round all that it can be. May God bless and keep you all in this new year.

This is the moment when an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph and told him that Marry has conceived of the Holy Spirit and she will bear a Son! Today we'll think about the marvelous work of God that He has accomplished through Jesus, our Savior.

As a follow up from the Encouraging Words episode on December 4th, Danny and Kurt continue the conversation about "going no contact", what it means, and a better way to handle life's more difficult relationships. Romans 12:18

When the new year begins, we are very excited to begin our fifth season at The Common Sense Gospel!!! We have new additions to the show, new content, and themes that will carry through each season from now on. Give us your questions for the "Lightning Round" and get connected with us more than ever before.…

You'll want to stay for the very end on this one! Danny and Kurt talk about Isaiah 9:6-7 and the glorious promises that are found in this Messianic prophecy. Special Bonus Material: When this podcast ends, the British Landowner will be revealed!

Jesus has told His disciples, "You are the light of the world." Not the sun or the moon, but YOU! Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

The hospital visit is one of those things we all have to do from time to time. Though we don't go there often, it sure is important to know what to do and what to say when that time comes. Danny and Kurt discuss this time in our lives and how to handle it in a godly way.

We've been hearing some people say that they are going "no contact" with friends and family that they don't agree with. They're just going to stay home for the holidays. This is a dangerous decision to make and it should be handled with love and deep concern for those who have been hurt. Romans 12:18 "If it is possible, as much as depends on you, l…

We would like to give credit to Kyle Campbell for the article that he wrote on this subject. His article was the source of our discussion, and it was a very enlightening read. This is a conversation about modest apparel and the shamefacedness we all should have when it comes to the way we dress.

There is a common practice that we see in society today. It's that sneaky attempt to disguise sin by calling it something that is less offensive to the ears. In this episode, Danny and Kurt will discuss this strategy and show that it is not a new tactic. It's been going on since the beginning of time.…

In this little bitty book, Paul praises Philemon and all of his good work in the Lord. With that being said, Paul is going to ask Philemon to do the unthinkable and forgive the man who has deeply hurt him. Can Philemon, do it? With the help of his Savior, he can. And so can we!

We're excited to have Buddy Payne from Stephenville, Texas joining us for a good conversation about our responsibilities toward one another. If I say that I love God, but I hate my brother whom God has saved, then I am a liar. 1 John 4:20

Do you want to love life and see good days? We all do! In this episode, Peter is going to tell us how to do that. We hope you enjoy this week's episode of Encouraging Words.

In 2 Timothy 1:13, Paul tells Timothy to hold fast to the pattern of sound words that he spoke to Timothy. Danny and Kurt will look at patterns in the Bible and discuss the design and pattern that God always uses, from Moses to the apostle Paul.

"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever." Let's spend a few minutes together, thinking about the wonderful promise that is found here and how diligently Jesus has worked to ensure His bride's safety and protection. God is SO good!

In this series, Ben Schneider has been helping us consider those difficult questions and even the objections that we may have while we are looking into God's word, the instruction He provides, and the implications of believing what the Lord has told us. Today we'll look at that common and very difficult subject of doubt.…

These could be some of the best verses in the Old Testament! Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. This truly says it all! We hope that you are encouraged as you meditate on the power of these promises from God.

Ben has been gracious enough to sit down with us again for another episode of Understandable Objections. This time we'll look at the frequently asked question, "Is God fair?" This may be the most frequently asked question about God, and we'll take a careful look at it today.

Chastening never seems to be joyful in the moment, but painful. However, when it's over, it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who receive it. When God rebukes His children, it is always for their benefit and their long-term success.

Have you ever had a question about God or the Bible that was very difficult to answer? Have you carried a strong objection to what God has told us, maybe even for a very long time. We have Ben Schneider with us to look into that very issue. What happens when we have an understandable objection and what is the right way to properly investigate that …

Today we'll look at the word, "warning" in the Bible and consider what it means to be warned by God. We know that He wants what is best and He wants us to know the truth. How will we respond when the warning is sounded?

We are very excited to have Mark Roberts with us from Irving, Texas. Mark is well known across the country for being an eloquent man, competent in the Scriptures. Today we sit down with Mark and ask him some of the questions that Danny has wanted to ask him for a long time. ENJOY!!!

In this short episode, Paul gives us some wonderful words of encouragement and instruction. "In lowliness of mind, let each esteem others better than himself." This is God's will for our lives.

In this episode, Danny will admit that he lacks patience in many ways and Kurt will do his very best to help him with that. God is patient and He commands us to be patient. God is in control of all things, so trusting in Him and waiting on His goodness and forbearance is the best way for us to live our lives.…

In this episode, Danny explores the powerful promise in Revelation 21:4. God will wipe away every tear from our eyes. How beautiful heaven must be!

Who will you vote for this time around? Will you vote at all? Does God care about the way that we vote and what party we associate with? Danny and Kurt will discuss some of these important questions and the many challenges that come from investigating candidates and making a godly decision at the polls.…

Our encouraging word is from Solomon, He gives us the wisdom of God that will always be true. "He who covers his sin will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will have mercy."

In this episode, Danny and Kurt will talk to all of you about your gentle spirit and what an amazing gift your gentle spirit is to the world around you. Galatians 6:1 says, "Brethren, if any man is overtaken in any trespass, you who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness..."

*Danny said that Pilgrim's Progress was written by "Paul" Bunyan. It's actually, John Bunyan. Sorry! "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." What does this verse really mean and how can we all be encouraged by what it teaches. Let's find out together!

Today, we live in a world that is eager to accept all sorts of insanity. We often wonder how these strange ideas are even being considered or entertained, and yet, they are. It feels like we are all living in an asylum. Danny and Kurt will discuss this topic and more importantly, they will look at what God has to say about it.…

A couple of weeks ago, we watched Peter pull out his physical sword and cut off a man's ear. Jesus promptly told him to put it away. Today, we will watch Jesus give Peter a new sword! Danny and Kurt will talk about this new sword and how powerful it really is.

Train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from it.

Inspired by the Holy Spirit, Peter presents us with a significant math problem to apply in our lives. Fear not, it involves merely addition! The challenge lies in solving the problem in such a manner that we "show our work," just as our teachers would instruct.

How will you use your eyes today? It is our deepest hope that you will share the light of your eyes to those around you and cause them to rejoice with you because they know you have something special in God and in His love!

We are so happy to have Mark Broyles with us in this episode. Mark has been a faithful gospel preacher for many years and is well known for his sermon series on marriage. We'll spend some time with him and get his special insights to the sacred union that is sanctified by God.

We pray that you are encouraged by this beautiful passage. Those who serve the Lord are His written epistle. They are sharing God's love and truth with the world around them.

In Galatians 5, Paul warns the saints in Galatia that if they attempt to be justified by the law; they have fallen from grace. Danny and Kurt discuss the meaning and purpose of this warning and how this passage flies in the face of Calvinism.

God patiently waits for all of his wandering children to come to their senses and return to Him. It is always wrong to walk away from God and His eternal love, but if we ever do, He will receive us again to Himself. If we'll only repent and return.

In this episode, Danny and Kurt talk about a backslider that is familiar to everyone. We all know him, and we all have watched him backslide at some point in our lives. Who is it? You'll have to find out for yourself. Thank you for listening and for your interest in spiritual things.

I have prayed that each one of you will be encouraged by this episode of Encouraging Words. We have a relationship with each other that is accomplished and protected by God. May you see all of God's children as your dearest of friends and may you strive to strengthen them today.

"Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my meditation. Give heed to the voice of my cry, my King and my God, for to You I will pray." Psalm 5:1-2

Today, we'll think about the words of Jesus as He prayed to His Father on the night of His trial. He loves you so much and He asks God that we might be glorified with Him after He fulfills His work on earth. Hallelujah! What a Savior!