The Moody Church Sunday Morning Podcast

Under pressure, we tend to panic, compromise, or stay silent. But just like Paul at his trial defense, Jesus empowers us to remain calm, clear, and courageous.
 Acts 24:1–27Be CalmBe calm, because Jesus is near. Be ClearBe clear, because Jesus is truth. Be CourageousBe courageous, because Jesus is coming Takeaway: The Gospel convicts the comfortable and comforts the convicted.

Philemon 6 "I pray that your partnership with us in the faith may be effective in deepening your understanding of every good thing we share for the sake of Christ."

The nations rage, but their plans are in vain. Discover how the crucified, risen King calls everyone to find refuge, hope, and salvation in Him.
 Psalm 2 The CoronationBasis: All authority is given to Jesus. The InheritanceEnd: All the nations belong to Jesus. The UltimatumCall: All peoples must answer to Jesus. Takeaway: Jesus is the crucified, risen, exalted, and returning King of kings, therefore we go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that Jesus has commanded us, for behold, He is with us always, to the end of the age!

What if your darkest night is where God’s faithfulness becomes clearest? In Paul’s suffering, discover how Jesus Himself is our source of courage.
 
Acts 22:30–23:35
 The Lord’s Preparation• In the night, remember the Lord’s faithfulness. The Lord’s Presence• In the night, abide in the Lord’s nearness. The Lord’s Providence• In the night, hope in the Lord’s goodness. Takeaway: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” —Joshua 1:9

Ezra 9 and 10 The Need for Repentance How to Repent Part 1: Prayer• Take sin seriously.• Remember the goodness of God.• Confess.• Trust the mercy of God.  How to Repent Part 2: Action Objections and Applications  Coda: The Naughty List