S10E30 - Why Submission Of Self?

S10E30 - Why Submission Of Self?

Why submission of self? In this episode, Dave explores why humility, decreasing, and surrendering first place are central to living in the kingdom of God. John the Baptist and "He must increase" - John 3 The fear of the Lord and the hatred of pride - Proverbs 8.13 Pride, dishonor, and wisdom with the humble - Proverbs 11.2 Pride before destruction - Proverbs 16.18 The lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life - 1 John 2.16 Nebuchadnezzar humbled before the King of heaven - Daniel 4 Jesus as first place over all creation - Colossians 1 Choosing humility instead of self-kingship Watch next: Humility And The Kingdom - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uBkCoVk4RM To read the full notes and learn more: https://fourthstream.com

S10E29 - What Is Kingdom Courage?

What is kingdom courage? In this episode, Dave explores how courage is not self-generated strength, but something formed in us through the power and presence of God. * God revealed as warrior — Exodus 15 * Courage flowing from the Father — Luke 12 * Waiting on God for strength — Psalm 27 * Jesus as victorious king — Revelation 19 * Spiritual warfare and the armor of God — Ephesians 6 * Fighting with purity, truth, patience, and love — 2 Corinthians 6 * Paul finishing the fight faithfully — 2 Timothy 4 To read the full notes and learn more: https://fourthstream.com [https://fourthstream.com]

S10E28 - How Do I Live Gratefully?

How do we actually live gratefully when life is difficult? In this episode, Dave explores how gratitude is deeply connected to the Kingdom of God, eternal purpose, and a transformed heart. * Why thankfulness is foundational to Kingdom living * Hebrews 13 and the "sacrifice of praise" * 2 Corinthians 4 and the "eternal weight of glory" * How gratitude impacts our relationships and daily choices * The connection between belonging to God and living honorably * Psalms, worship, and rejoicing through difficulty * Why thankfulness prepares believers to reign with Christ Scriptures Referenced: * Hebrews 13 * 2 Corinthians 4 * Colossians 3 * Psalm 9 * Revelation 11 To read the full notes and learn more: https://fourthstream.com [https://fourthstream.com]

S10E27 - Suffering And Honor

Suffering and honor are deeply connected in the life of faith. This episode looks at how choosing honor before God can shape the way we endure hardship, follow Jesus, and keep eternal perspective. * Suffering is not always evidence of failure or deficiency * Jesus suffered because He was honorable and obedient to the Father * Humility comes before honor — Proverbs 15.33 * Honoring God is central to spiritual identity * Faith tested by suffering can result in praise, glory, and honor — 1 Peter 1.7 * Present affliction is temporary, but eternal glory carries weight — 2 Corinthians 4.16-18 To read the full notes and learn more: https://fourthstream.com [https://fourthstream.com]

S10E26 - Humility And The Kingdom

Humility is more than a virtue—it's a key to the Kingdom. In this episode, we explore how Jesus reveals humility as a pathway to freedom, honor, and true life. "Poor in spirit" → spiritual dependence (Matthew 5) Repentance = turning from bondage → toward freedom (Matthew 3–4) Humility unlocks the "door" (John 10) Pride traps; humility frees through Christ David's life models returning to humility (Psalm 51) Jesus gives "keys" to the Kingdom (Matthew 16) God opposes pride, gives grace to the humble (1 Peter 5) Jesus ultimately holds all authority (Revelation 1.18) To read the full notes and learn more: https://fourthstream.com