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Air Date: 9/23/19 - As Christians, we are called to live a life that's different than others. And, if we do it right, a life that will cause people to ask questions. As Bryan Clark continues our study in 1 Peter, we'll turn to chapter 3 to find out how we are to provide an answer when others ask about the light within us. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/20/19 - There is so much in our world that needs to change; so many wrongs to be righted. But Bryan Clark reminds us, at the end of the day, our sphere of influence really only extends to ourselves. We can't control others, but we can choose our own behavior. In this look at 1 Peter 3, we'll see how to choose behaviors for ourselves that will lead to a flourishing faith and even inspire others to do the same. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/19/19 - It's not hard to see that we live in an angry culture. Whether it's on social media or the nightly news, we are surrounded by hostile, frustrated, and fearful people. That's true today, and it was true for the Christians who received Peter's letter. Bryan Clark continues our study and shows how we as Christians are called to behave in an argumentative world. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/18/19 - "You husbands in the same way..." As Bryan Clark continues our study of 1 Peter 3, we'll turn our attention to the men in the marriage relationship. We'll consider what these verses meant to the people who first read Peter's letter, but more importantly, we'll see that the way we apply these verses today can have a dramatic impact both at home and in our communities.  Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/17/19 - When everyone is selfish and self-centered, demanding their rights, there is no chance for flourishing. But Bryan Clark reminds us, as the people of God we are called to something different and better. It's not arguments, but behavior that most demonstrates the power of Christ at work in us. Today, Bryan shows how these principles apply within the marriage relationship. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/16/19 - There's an old saying that goes, "if it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it's probably a duck." But if someone talks like a Christian and behaves just like every other non-believer in the public arena, what conclusion will other people draw? As Bryan Clark continues in 1 Peter, we'll be reminded that there is a purpose to our salvation, and part of that purpose is to demonstrate Christ to a watching world.   Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/13/19 - Peter's next instruction to believers as we continue our study in the Book of 1 Peter is one that has stirred up debate continuously for the last 2000 years. Bryan Clark helps us understand what Peter meant by asking servants to be submissive to their masters. We'll look closely at what this means, and does not mean for us today. More importantly, we'll understand how this fits within God's divine story of grace. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/12/19 - Bryan Clark takes an unflinching look at the Bible's command for Christians to submit to government. Is there a place for civil disobedience? How do we effectively interact with people of different generations on matters of politics? How do we accomplish God's will when the government seems set against it? Find hope and encouragement as we continue our study of 1 Peter! Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/11/19 - What's the best way for a Christian to make an impact in a world that is hostile to Christ? Bryan Clark takes us to 1 Peter chapter 2 for an answer that may be surprising to some. According to Peter, it's not the quality of our arguments or clothing that makes the most impact, it's the quality of our transformed life in Christ. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/10/19 - Understanding leads to belief, and belief leads to behavior change. And when Christ-followers join together in love, the church becomes unstoppable. Bryan Clark takes a look at the foundation of the Church in Christian society and helps us to rediscover the wonderful message at the heart of our new position in Christ. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/9/19 - If your favorite basketball team ran out onto the court wearing football helmets and full pads, you'd know that something was wrong with your team. And it's this idea of wearing the wrong gear that comes up as we continue our study of 1 Peter. As Bryan Clark explains, Peter tells us to take off the gear of our old lives. We'll explain what that means and learn what the body of Christ ought to look like. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/6/19 - In today's message, Bryan Clark looks at two competing world views. There's the worldview that cries "every man for himself!" And then there's the Christian worldview that acknowledges that we're all in this together. Learn how this unique identity of Christ-followers frees us up to live the abundantly joyful life that Jesus called us to.  Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/5/19 - In his letter, Peter encourages his readers to be holy as God is holy. And that is something that definitely sounds easier said than done. Bryan Clark helps us understand the concept of holiness--God's "utter, otherness." We'll see how to enter into this holiness, and how to approach God as both our Father and Judge. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/4/19 - In today's passage, Peter encourages us to prepare our minds for action. What kind of action? Bryan Clark continues our study of 1 Peter and shows us how to prepare ourselves and our minds on a firm foundation of the core doctrines of the Gospel.  Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/3/19 - Do you believe God always tells the truth? It's a simple question with a profound answer. As Bible Teacher Bryan Clark continues our look at the opening of 1 Peter, we'll come face-to-face with the magnificent implications of God's truth revealed to us--a truth freely available to everyone. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 9/2/19 - "Born again to a living hope..." This phrase which appears near the beginning of Peter's first letter is among the most theologically rich statements in the Bible. Join Bryan Clark as we begin a new series looking at the Book of 1 Peter. Though Peter has been dismissed by many as an ignorant fisher, his letter shows that he was anything but. Find out more about the source of this living hope and be encouraged in your own pursuit of God. Back to the Bible Pr

Air Date: 8/30/19 - Today our study of Genesis comes to an end. And as we wrap up this study, Bible Teacher Bryan Clark takes one last look at the life of Abraham. We’ll be reminded of the highs and lows in his life and learn how to apply them to our own journey of faith. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/29/19 - The Israelites in the desert had a pillar of fire telling them when to move and stop. Abraham had a close relationship with God. But what about us today? Today on Back to the Bible we’ll wrestle with understanding God’s timing. How do we know when God is calling us to action? And how do we step out of His way so He can do His part in our journey of faith.  Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/28/19 - Abraham lived a remarkable life of faith, one that bears examining even thousands of years later. Today on Back to the Bible Bryan Clark discusses what it means on a practical level to be a person of faith. Join us as we take a deeper look at Genesis 24 and consider when it is we should move in faith and when should we hold up and wait on God. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/27/19 - All through Abraham’s life and through all his journeys, God was at work. And as Bryan Clark takes us in to Genesis 24, we look back at Abraham's life of faith and we’ll see a beautiful picture of how God, in His sovereignty, works. We’ll consider how our own choices and relationship with God come together to accomplish His plan.  Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/26/19 - We live for that which we think is of most value each and every day. As we turn to Genesis Chapter 23, Bryan Clark examines this idea as seen in the life of Abraham. As we look at the faith of Abraham we’ll ask why living for the things that matter are important. Finally we’ll look at what we’re really living for and how it’s reflected in what we do every day.  Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/23/19 - Are you willing to start trusting God more? Do you trust Jesus as Lord and Savior? Do you believe that if God said it, then He will do it? In this episode of Back to the Bible, Bryan Clark challenges us to put our fear and doubt on the altar, and--like Abraham--receive a new approval from God ... new assurances. Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/22/19 - In this episode of Back to the Bible, Bryan Clark explores what he calls "the greatest chapter in the story of the life of Abraham"--the culmination of his journey. Abraham's faith is confirmed in a test of love and obedience. "That's the theology of this text," Bryan points out. "God tests our faith by asking if we're willing to take that which we love most, and in an act of obedience, sacrifice it to Him." Back to the Bible Presents: Bryan Clark

Air Date: 8/21/19 - Every one of us can fall victim to man-made, legalistic systems instead of taking God at His word. As we begin our study in Genesis 21, Bryan Clark shows us the "magnificent fulfillment" of God's promise through the birth of Isaac. It's the reward of patience and trust. "If you choose to trust God by faith," Bryan says, "God longs to reward that faith. That's where the joy and the miracles are. That's celebration. That's life!" Back to the Bible Presents: