Offering more than 150 Bible-based teachings
Jesus confused and angered the religious leaders of the day. He ignored their rituals and even associated with people who were thought to be unworthy of His time or anyone else’s. He acted like He was God! But Jesus wasn’t just trying to be different; He was showing that something new was happening. Scandalous Savior takes a closer look at the controversy Jesus created and answers four specific questions that reveal the true heart of God.
Being “filled with the Spirit” can have different meanings to different people. It’s important to first turn to Scripture to understand who the Holy Spirit is and how He works. When we submit ourselves to Him, we are asking Him to take control or “fill us” so that our thoughts and actions are in line with what God wants. Herb Vander Lugt explains what the Spirit-filled life looks like and how we can experience it to the fullest.
Is there a difference between “doing for Jesus” and “following Jesus”? While religious activities like attending church, giving money, and praying are all worthwhile, they should be done from a heart of thankfulness for what Christ did for you. He loves a broken heart who wants to serve Him rather than someone who is busy doing the “right things.” Without Jesus at the center, it’s all superficial. Understand the difference between religion and relationship so you can please God and find joy in your life.
Ephesians 2 uses the phrase “dead in your sins.” But what does that really mean? Dead means lifeless, powerless, inanimate. It means we were incapable of doing anything to change our situation. But God is loving and merciful, and He chose to give us new life. That’s the beauty of His grace—we’ve done nothing to deserve it. He simply gives it to us. And once we’re alive in Him, He gives us the privilege of walking in this new life and serving Him.
Without the assurance of forgiveness, feelings of guilt and regret can weigh you down. In this booklet, Mart De Haan helps you discover how God’s forgiveness can lift the burden of guilt and shame to give you freedom and peace to move forward in life. Gain a better understanding of God’s love and mercy, as you explore the elements of His forgiveness.
Mart DeHaan, grandson of Our Daily Bread Ministries founder, Dr. M. R. DeHaan, and son of former president, Richard W. DeHaan, has served with the ministry for more than 30 years. Mart is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program.
Discover a new way to encounter the life changing wisdom of the Bible! With our new app for tablets, you can keep Discovery Series with you at all times. Not only is our original content available, but we’ve added extra material so you can learn even more as you read through each chapter.
Love can mean different things to different people depending on their situation. That’s why Oswald Chambers reminds us to turn to Scripture to find the only true, pure form of love there is—God’s love. His love is perfect and powerful, holy and healing. We can’t even begin to comprehend it apart from His Word. God Is Love leads you to a place of understanding how God is love and how He demonstrates His love to us in amazing ways.
Is it really true? Did Jesus willingly die a horrible death on a cross and then come back to life? The idea seems impossible for our human minds to comprehend, yet the gospel message isn’t complete without both a brutal sacrifice and beautiful resurrection. A Rumor of Hope: The Good News of Easter walks you through the crucifixion and resurrection from the biblical narrative of those who were there. It gives feet to the good news that otherwise seems almost too good to be true.
Time and time again in the Bible we see where God is faithful to His promises. They are the heart of the Bible and actually reveal His good, merciful, and trustworthy character. Explore both His conditional and unconditional promises, and know that His promises are perfect even when we don’t completely understand them. In The Promises of God, you’ll see how God is faithful to His promises, how He fulfills them, and how we can understand them.
Kurt DeHaan was a vital part of the ministry that was founded by his grandfather Dr. M. R. DeHaan in 1938. He was the managing editor for Our Daily Bread for 15 years, and often wrote for other ministry publications until his death in 2003. A gifted editor and writer, Kurt had a sense of humor that was surpassed only by his gracious spirit.
It’s the great debate: Is there a God or not? Let’s take it one step further and ask, “Is Jesus really God?” There’s a lot riding on the answer. It only makes sense to keep an open mind while figuring out the dilemma. Looking at the facts in Scripture as well as stories from contemporary lives, What If It’s True? reflects on the questions we all ask. So go ahead . . . open up this booklet and read the words with careful consideration. It’s worth your time.
Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff after more than 20 years in the pastorate. Bill works closely with Mart DeHaan as vice president of teaching content. Bill is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and spends much of his time in a Bible-teaching ministry for Christian leaders around the world.
*Bibliography Mentioned on Page 10
Christian Apologetics: A Comprehensive Case for Biblical Faith, by Douglas Groothuis
Evidence that Demands a Verdict, by Josh McDowell
Mere Christianity, by C. S. Lewis
Miracles, by C. S. Lewis
The Case for Faith, by Lee Strobel
The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism, by Timothy Keller
See also:
reasonablefaith.org (William Lane Craig)
rzim.org (Ravi Zacharias International)
Death is a blunt reminder that we live in a messy world. It is unwelcome, cold, and final. But is it really final? Do we have hope beyond the grave? Yes! Our entire Christian faith is built on the belief that Jesus Christ rose from the dead so that we can have hope beyond our earthly death. First Corinthians 15 gives beautiful testimony to His bodily resurrection and paves the way for our own resurrection. Ponder the life-giving and life-changing hope that can dismiss the fear of death and give assurance of the indescribable glory that is to come.
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Many people find it difficult to wrap their minds around the compatibility of science and the miracles recorded in the Bible. However, science and the Bible are not in conflict. They can both be trusted to tell us truths about different things. In this booklet, author Dennis Moles presents increasing evidence to support the reliability of the Bible and its message of reconciliation and grace as he points us to Jesus—the most compelling reason to believe.
Dennis Moles is a Bible teacher and writer for Our Daily Bread Ministries. He brings nearly 20 years of experience as a pastor, chaplain, and college professor to his work with Discovery Series, questions.org, and webinars.
Find out why God wants to bless you and how you can receive His promises, as author Warren Wiersbe examines the importance of God’s presence and favor in your life. In this excerpt of his book Bless You, you’ll discover how your relationship with God can bring out the best in your attitude and actions. Experience the joy of blessing others, as you allow God to season you with His grace and love.
Jesus. Many say He was a great teacher, others claim He was a fraud. Jesus Himself said He was God. To better understand who He is and why He walked the earth, you need to turn to the Bible. Is Jesus God? The Answer Matters searches the Old and New Testament for evidence, as well as the observations of eyewitnesses and Jesus’ own affirmation to be God. Sources apart from the Bible are also examined to see what they have to say about Jesus. Take a look at the evidence to determine the trustworthiness of the Bible and ultimately the identity of Jesus.
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Maintaining a positive outlook while facing painful circumstances in life can be a challenge. In this excerpt of The Path of His Passion, author Bill Crowder takes a closer look at Jesus’ humiliating, yet glorious sacrifice to help you see beyond your situation to the heart of God. Discover how your sufferings can become greater moments for God’s glory, when you see it from His perspective.
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Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff after more than 20 years in the pastorate. Bill works closely with Mart DeHaan as vice president of teaching content. Bill is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and spends much of his time in a Bible-teaching ministry for Christian leaders around the world.
Names have a way of bringing meaning and trust to relationships—most importantly your relationship with God. In this booklet, author Bill Crowder studies the meaning and significance of the names “Wonderful Counselor,” “Mighty God,” “Everlasting Father,” and “Prince of Peace,” as recorded in Isaiah 9:6. Gain a deeper understanding of who God is and why He deserves your trust.
Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff after more than 20 years in the pastorate. Bill works closely with Mart DeHaan as vice president of teaching content. Bill is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and spends much of his time in a Bible-teaching ministry for Christian leaders around the world.
Throughout history, water baptism has been widely regarded as a symbolic entry into the church, yet there are many different views on how it should be practiced. In this booklet, author and former pastor Bill Crowder shares insights from Scripture regarding the history and meaning of baptism. Gain clarity on the importance of baptism today and what can be agreed upon by all who practice it.
Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff after more than 20 years in the pastorate. Bill works closely with Mart DeHaan as vice president of teaching content. Bill is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and spends much of his time in a Bible-teaching ministry for Christian leaders around the world.
What does the Bible say about heaven, who will be there, and what you will do for all of eternity? In this study, author Richard W. De Haan examines Scripture to give you a glimpse of heaven. You’ll gain insight into what it looks like, what will occur there, and why it will be an ongoing experience of joy for all who have placed their trust in the One who promised to prepare a place for them.
At some point in the future, God will weigh the value of everything you have done when you appear before the judgment seat of Christ. Find out what this means for you in this excerpt from J. Oswald Sanders’ book Heaven: Better By Far. Gain a better understanding of what you can expect regarding the second coming, the final judgment of Satan, and entrance into heaven.
How do your expectations of God match up to who He really is? Author Bill Crowder helps you discover how you can expand your outlook to see the excitement of God’s revelation of Himself in Christ. You will be encouraged and challenged as you consider a surprisingly different view of God—the One who has promised, in His own time, to wonderfully exceed all of our hopes and dreams.
Bill Crowder joined the Our Daily Bread Ministries staff after more than 20 years in the pastorate. Bill works closely with Mart DeHaan as vice president of teaching content. Bill is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and spends much of his time in a Bible-teaching ministry for Christian leaders around the world.
God’s display of anger and vengeance, as recorded in certain passages of the Old Testament, can appear to conflict with His message of mercy and compassion in the New Testament. Herb Vander Lugt offers insight from Scripture to help you reconcile these matters and find the truth about the character of God—the Creator and Sustainer of all that exists.
Find out what the Bible says about the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Join author Herb Vander Lugt as he takes a deeper look at Christians’ belief in a three-in-one God. Gain a better understanding of the importance of the Trinity and the difference it makes in your life as a believer.
How can you be confident in sharing your faith with others? In this booklet, Mart De Haan helps prepare you to share the hope that is in you , as he presents converging lines of evidence for belief in the Christian faith. Discover how you can effectively convey the message of God’s love to nonbelievers with these excerpts from the “10 Reasons To Believe” brochure.
Many wonder if a loving God would hold people accountable for what they have not been told. In the pages of this booklet, Mart De Haan shares insight from God’s Word to help you gain a better understanding of how God reveals Himself to the world. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of those within your reach when you allow God to work through you.
Mart DeHaan, grandson of Our Daily Bread Ministries founder, Dr. M. R. DeHaan, and son of former president, Richard W. DeHaan, has served with the ministry for more than 30 years. Mart is heard regularly on the Discover the Word radio program and is seen on Day of Discovery television.
In this booklet, author Herb Vander Lugt brings clarity to a topic that would otherwise be viewed as controversial. Discover good news as you gain a better understanding of God’s sovereignty and human freedom. Find out what the Scriptures say about predestination and election and the plan God has for those who trust Him.
As important as a foundation is to the strength and stability of a house, so also is the value of sound doctrine in the spiritual life of a believer. In this study, 10 basic doctrines of the Christian faith are examined to help you lay a strong foundation of truth in your heart. Discover how to gain a proper perspective toward God, yourself, and others, when you allow your thoughts to be motivated by God’s love.
