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Encounter the Truth
Through faithful teaching of the Scriptures, Encounter the Truth seeks to facilitate encounters with the truth of God’s Wordand ultimately, with the Lord Jesus Christ, who is the Truth that came down from heaven. Our prayer is that those who do not yet know Jesus will come to a saving knowledge of the truth, that believers will be established in the truth, and that, through this, local churches will be strengthened.
Episodes
- Encounter the Truth
Jesus: God's Plan "A," (Part 2 of 2)
Although the coming and work of Christ might look like God’s plan “B” when salvation by works failed, actually, Paul shows us that God’s promises and plans…
- Encounter the Truth
Jesus: God's Plan "A," (Part 1 of 2)
Although the coming and work of Christ might look like God’s plan “B” when salvation by works failed, actually, Paul shows us that God’s promises and plans…
- Encounter the Truth
In Christ Alone (Part 2 of 2)
Salvation comes through faith in Jesus, and him alone; law-keeping will not save. Having been saved by faith in Christ, we continue to live the Christian life…
- Encounter the Truth
In Christ Alone (Part 1 of 2)
Salvation comes through faith in Jesus, and him alone; law-keeping will not save. Having been saved by faith in Christ, we continue to live the Christian life…
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Authentic Messenger, Authentic Gospel (Part 2 of 2)
Paul’s personal testimony demonstrates the power of the gospel to transform lives. It also demonstrates that his gospel comes from God—and so is the true and…
- Encounter the Truth
Authentic Messenger, Authentic Gospel (Part 1 of 2)
Paul’s personal testimony demonstrates the power of the gospel to transform lives. It also demonstrates that his gospel comes from God—and so is the true and…
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Only the Real Deal (Part 2 of 2)
There will always be false teachers around—and there will always be alternative gospels on the marketplace. But a modified gospel is no gospel at all, and Paul…
- Encounter the Truth
Only the Real Deal (Part 1 of 2)
There will always be false teachers around—and there will always be alternative gospels on the marketplace. But a modified gospel is no gospel at all, and Paul…
- Encounter the Truth
How to Wait Well for the Lord's Return (Part 2 of 2)
What does Jesus expect from us in terms of our stewardship of time, talent, and treasure? Perhaps to our surprise, he does not simply want us to guard the…
- Encounter the Truth
How to Wait Well for the Lord's Return (Part 1 of 2)
What does Jesus expect from us in terms of our stewardship of time, talent, and treasure? Perhaps to our surprise, he does not simply want us to guard the…
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When Wealth Becomes a Problem (Part 2 of 2)
Jesus wants us to know how hard it is for the rich to be saved—not because riches are evil, but because they matter far too much to those who have them. When…
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When Wealth Becomes a Problem (Part 1 of 2)
Jesus wants us to know how hard it is for the rich to be saved—not because riches are evil, but because they matter far too much to those who have them. When…
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A Reality Check from Beyond the Grave (Part 2 of 2)
The story of the rich man and Lazarus is here to show us what matters in the long run and what does not. The rich man enjoyed good things in this life, but…
- Encounter the Truth
A Reality Check from Beyond the Grave (Part 1 of 2)
The story of the rich man and Lazarus is here to show us what matters in the long run and what does not. The rich man enjoyed good things in this life, but…
- Encounter the Truth
The Priority of People (Part 2 of 2)
Jesus has surprising praise for an unlikely role model: the dishonest manager. But in the surprise of what Jesus has to say, we learn a key lesson about money…
- Encounter the Truth
The Priority of People (Part 1 of 2)
Jesus has surprising praise for an unlikely role model: the dishonest manager. But in the surprise of what Jesus has to say, we learn a key lesson about money…
- Encounter the Truth
Serving a Master Who Will Return (Part 2 of 2)
The Lord has entrusted us with resources and opportunities to use fruitfully while we await his return. Jesus has a stark warning for those who would use those…
- Encounter the Truth
Serving a Master Who Will Return (Part 1 of 2)
The Lord has entrusted us with resources and opportunities to use fruitfully while we await his return. Jesus has a stark warning for those who would use those…
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Cash and Covetousness (Part 1 of 2)
Money is not a bad thing, but coveting money is terribly dangerous. Jesus warns us against longing for money and placing our confidence in the abundance of…
- Encounter the Truth
Christ in You (Part 2 of 2)
Paul concludes the Corinthian letters by asking: Is Christ living in you? The evidence of Christ's presence is seen first in resurrection power for service—the…
- Encounter the Truth
Christ in You (Part 1 of 2)
Paul concludes the Corinthian letters by asking: Is Christ living in you? The evidence of Christ's presence is seen first in resurrection power for service—the…
- Encounter the Truth
Boasting in Weaknesses (Part 2 of 2)
God often works most powerfully through human weakness rather than worldly strength. Paul contrasts the impressive appearance of the false teachers with his…
- Encounter the Truth
Boasting in Weaknesses (Part 1 of 2)
God often works most powerfully through human weakness rather than worldly strength. Paul contrasts the impressive appearance of the false teachers with his…
- Encounter the Truth
The Dynamics of Spiritual Warfare (Part 2 of 2)
Spiritual warfare cannot be fought with human strength or worldly influence but only through God's power. Although Christians are weak in themselves, God…
- Encounter the Truth
The Dynamics of Spiritual Warfare (Part 1 of 2)
Spiritual warfare cannot be fought with human strength or worldly influence but only through God's power. Although Christians are weak in themselves, God…
- Encounter the Truth
The Cheerful Giver (Part 2 of 2)
Paul wants us to know that Christian giving should be voluntary, joyful, and motivated by Gods grace rather than guilt or obligation. Paul emphasizes that God…
- Encounter the Truth
The Cheerful Giver (Part 1 of 2)
Paul wants us to know that Christian giving should be voluntary, joyful, and motivated by Gods grace rather than guilt or obligation. Paul emphasizes that God…
- Encounter the Truth
The Grace of Giving (Part 2 of 2)
In this passage, Paul points to the Macedonian churches, who gave generously despite severe poverty, showing that the ability and desire to give are themselves…
- Encounter the Truth
The Grace of Giving (Part 1 of 2)
In this passage, Paul points to the Macedonian churches, who gave generously despite severe poverty, showing that the ability and desire to give are themselves…
- Encounter the Truth
Grieving Well Over Sin (Part 2 of 2)
What does it look like to grieve over sin in a godly way—and how is godly grief distinct from worldly grief? This is a crucial question, because worldly grief…
- Encounter the Truth
Grieving Well Over Sin (Part 1 of 2)
What does it look like to grieve over sin in a godly way—and how is godly grief distinct from worldly grief? This is a crucial question, because worldly grief…
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Living Faithfully When the Time Is Short (Part 2 of 2)
Paul declares that ‘now is the favourable time…now is the day of salvation.’ The message of the gospel is urgent; time is short. And Paul models in his…
- Encounter the Truth
Living Faithfully When the Time Is Short (Part 1 of 2)
Paul declares that ‘now is the favourable time…now is the day of salvation.’ The message of the gospel is urgent; time is short. And Paul models in his…
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The Heart of Ministry (Part 2 of 2)
Authentic ministry proclaims a message focused on Christ—that in him we are re-created, reconciled and made righteous. It’s the gospel that shaped Pauls…
- Encounter the Truth
The Heart of Ministry (Part 1 of 2)
Authentic ministry proclaims a message focused on Christ—that in him we are re-created, reconciled and made righteous. It’s the gospel that shaped Pauls…
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Thinking Rightly About Death and Dying (Part 2 of 2)
Knowing our weakness and frailty as servants of the gospel, we long for our heavenly home and we learn to walk by faith. With this eternal perspective, we seek…
- Encounter the Truth
Thinking Rightly About Death and Dying (Part 1 of 2)
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Treasure in Jars of Clay (Part 2 of 2)
Ministers of the gospel and servants of Jesus Christ are fragile vessels for the gospel. The vessel is unimpressive, but the treasure within is wonderful. This…
- Encounter the Truth
Treasure in Jars of Clay (Part 1 of 2)
Ministers of the gospel and servants of Jesus Christ are fragile vessels for the gospel. The vessel is unimpressive, but the treasure within is wonderful. This…
- Encounter the Truth
The Light of the Gospel (Part 2 of 2)
The light of the gospel shines into our hearts to bring salvation—and the light of the truth characterizes authentic gospel ministry. It is the open and…
- Encounter the Truth
The Light of the Gospel (Part 1 of 2)
The light of the gospel shines into our hearts to bring salvation—and the light of the truth characterizes authentic gospel ministry. It is the open and…
- Encounter the Truth
The Glory of the New Covenant (Part 2 of 2)
Gospel ministry is marked by the power of the Spirit, by freedom, and by glorious transformation of people into the image of Christ. There is nothing more…
- Encounter the Truth
The Glory of the New Covenant (Part 1 of 2)
Gospel ministry is marked by the power of the Spirit, by freedom, and by glorious transformation of people into the image of Christ. There is nothing more…
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Being the Aroma of Christ (Part 2 of 2)
The servant of Christ is to live out the gospel and be the fragrance of Christ everywhere—in showing grace to other believers, in speaking the truth with…
- Encounter the Truth
Being the Aroma of Christ (Part 1 of 2)
The servant of Christ is to live out the gospel and be the fragrance of Christ everywhere—in showing grace to other believers, in speaking the truth with…
- Encounter the Truth
Serving with Godly Sincerity (Part 2 of 2)
Paul models for us a godly sincerity in his dealings with the Corinthians. But his model is grounded in gospel reality: all God’s promises find their “yes” and…
- Encounter the Truth
Serving with Godly Sincerity (Part 1 of 2)
Paul models for us a godly sincerity in his dealings with the Corinthians. But his model is grounded in gospel reality: all God’s promises find their “yes” and…
- Encounter the Truth
Comforted to Be a Comfort (Part 2 of 2)
Paul has experienced comfort from God himself in the midst of affliction—and he knows that this has happened so that he might be a comfort to others. God’s…
- Encounter the Truth
Comforted to Be a Comfort (Part 1 of 2)
Paul has experienced comfort from God himself in the midst of affliction—and he knows that this has happened so that he might be a comfort to others. God’s…
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The Kingdom of Reconciliation and Forgiveness (Part 2 of 2)
It would be nice to imagine that being a Christian would mean we never encountered conflict any more—conflict with one another, conflict within the church. But…
- Encounter the Truth
The Kingdom of Reconciliation and Forgiveness (Part 1 of 2)
It would be nice to imagine that being a Christian would mean we never encountered conflict any more—conflict with one another, conflict within the church. But…
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The King and the Children of the Kingdom (Part 2 of 2)
The values of the kingdom of Jesus Christ are upside down and backwards when compared to the values of this world. Against the backdrop of a world where might…
- Encounter the Truth
The King and the Children of the Kingdom (Part 1 of 2)
The values of the kingdom of Jesus Christ are upside down and backwards when compared to the values of this world. Against the backdrop of a world where might…
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The Son of Humble Authority (Part 2 of 2)
Jesus is the Son of God—the divine prince of heaven. Matthew makes that so clear to us on the Mount of Transfiguration. As we read on in Matthew, what is so…
- Encounter the Truth
The Son of Humble Authority (Part 1 of 2)
Jesus is the Son of God—the divine prince of heaven. Matthew makes that so clear to us on the Mount of Transfiguration. As we read on in Matthew, what is so…
- Encounter the Truth
The Son of Heavenly Glory (Part 2 of 2)
It’s always exciting to take a backstage tour in a grand venue—to see where the stars prepare—perhaps to see them behind the scenes and to know them as they…
- Encounter the Truth
The Son of Heavenly Glory (Part 1 of 2)
It’s always exciting to take a backstage tour in a grand venue—to see where the stars prepare—perhaps to see them behind the scenes and to know them as they…
- Encounter the Truth
The Christ of the Cross (Part 2 of 2)
We are so naturally worldly in our thinking, both about Jesus and his mission, and about ourselves and our discipleship. While we would like to imagine that…
- Encounter the Truth
The Christ of the Cross (Part 1 of 2)
We are so naturally worldly in our thinking, both about Jesus and his mission, and about ourselves and our discipleship. While we would like to imagine that…
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The Christ Who Demands a Response (Part 2 of 2)
It is not possible to engage with Jesus Christ and to make no response to him. Some will respond with skepticism; some will respond with questions, but a…