1 Corinthians 14 (Part 1): 1-17 - The Gift of Tongues Explained

1 Kings 19-20 - Dealing with Depression

Why can spiritual victory be followed so quickly by discouragement and despair? In 1 Kings 19–20, Pastor Paul walks through Elijah’s collapse after Mount Carmel and shows how fear, exhaustion, and disappointment can lead even faithful believers into depression. You’ll see how God meets Elijah with care, truth, and a still small voice, restoring his perspective and purpose. This passage offers hope for weary hearts, reminding us that God understands our weakness and gently leads us back to trust, obedience, and renewed strength. Subscribe to Through the Bible with Pastor Paul for verse-by-verse teaching through all 66 books of Scripture. Explore more resources and transcripts at lifebibleministry.com [https://www.lifebibleministry.com]

2 Corinthians 4 (Part 2): 7-18 - Life from Death

God’s power shines brightest through broken people. In 2 Corinthians 4:7–18, Pastor Paul shows how God places His greatest treasure in fragile jars of clay so His strength is clearly seen as His, not ours. You’ll discover why suffering is not wasted, how life flows from death, and what it means to live with eternal perspective when everything feels overwhelming. This passage offers deep encouragement for weary hearts, reminding us that present affliction is temporary and that unseen glory is being prepared through every act of faithful endurance. Subscribe to Through the Bible with Pastor Paul for verse-by-verse teaching through all 66 books of Scripture. Explore more resources and transcripts at lifebibleministry.com [https://www.lifebibleministry.com]

1 Kings 16-18 - If the Lord is God

How long can a nation waver before God calls for a clear decision? In 1 Kings 16–18, Pastor Paul traces Israel’s downward spiral into idolatry and God’s dramatic response through the prophet Elijah. You’ll see how corrupt leadership opened the door to Baal worship, why God confronted compromise head on, and what Mount Carmel reveals about true repentance and faith. This powerful passage challenges divided hearts and reminds us that when the Lord is God, He alone deserves our full allegiance. Subscribe to Through the Bible with Pastor Paul for verse-by-verse teaching through all 66 books of Scripture. Explore more resources and transcripts at lifebibleministry.com [https://www.lifebibleministry.com]

2 Corinthians 4 (Part 1): 1-6 - The light of the knowledge of the glory of God

Why does the gospel shine so clearly to some and remain hidden to others? In 2 Corinthians 4:1–6, Pastor Paul explains how God’s mercy keeps us from losing heart and why the message of Christ is proclaimed plainly and without distortion. You’ll learn how spiritual blindness works, why the enemy seeks to veil the truth, and how God alone turns the light on in a human heart. This passage reveals how the light of the knowledge of the glory of God shines through Jesus Christ, bringing clarity, hope, and true spiritual sight. Subscribe to Through the Bible with Pastor Paul for verse-by-verse teaching through all 66 books of Scripture. Explore more resources and transcripts at lifebibleministry.com [https://www.lifebibleministry.com]

1 Kings 13-15 - Jeroboam's Disobedience

What happens when fear replaces faith and obedience gives way to compromise? In 1 Kings 13–15, Pastor Paul walks through Jeroboam’s repeated disobedience, God’s patient warnings, and the lasting consequences of rejecting His Word. You’ll see how man-made religion grows out of fear, why partial obedience still leads to judgment, and how leadership decisions ripple through families and nations. This passage highlights both God’s mercy and His faithfulness to keep His Word, calling us to listen, repent, and trust Him fully. Subscribe to Through the Bible with Pastor Paul for verse-by-verse teaching through all 66 books of Scripture. Explore more resources and transcripts at lifebibleministry.com [https://www.lifebibleministry.com]