Joy of the Lord: Slogan?

Joy of the Lord: Slogan?

A familiar phrase is repeated in countless churches: "The joy of the Lord is your strength." But what did Nehemiah 8:10 actually mean in its historical and covenant context?

Philippians: Is Joy the Theme?

Philippians is often called the "Epistle of Joy," but is joy really the theme of the letter? In this episode, we examine the history of this popular view, how it shapes interpretation, and whether the text itself points to a different emphasis

Demon Dogs Sermon Review Pt 2

A church invitation left at my door, two dogs losing their minds, and a completely random sermon review.

Demon Dogs Sermon Review

A church invitation left at my door, two dogs losing their minds, and a completely random sermon review.

Accepted and Well Done?

In the opening moments of a sermon based on 2 Corinthians 5:9, two ideas are connected together: being accepted by God and hearing the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant." But what do those phrases actually mean?