Back To The Bible Canada With Dr. John Neufeld

There are countless messages clamouring for your attention. Voices invite you to know, buy, do, attend, give, prevent or avoid. Dr. John reminds us that there is one Voice above them all. Wisdom wanders our streets looking for all who will listen. Why should we give wisdom primary place in our attention? Dr. John speaks of four reasons why each one of us should welcome wisdom into our lives. Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

Sexual sin is never accidental. Failure does not spring out of nowhere. The seeds of temptation are sown in our heads and hearts. How can we ensure that those seeds do not become fruitful? Dr. John offers four insights from Proverbs 7 which enable us to stand against the tide of sexual temptation. Wisdom is not simply being aware of the dangers, but knowing how to resist.Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

An old adage says, "If you think education is expensive, you should try ignorance!" There is a price to be paid for wisdom, but the price of foolishness is far greater. Dr. John calls us to resist the fallicy that sexual sin has no consequence. The price of failure scars our soul, and our family. The vision of temptation's promise is dwarfed by the vision of God's blessings.  Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

We make choices everyday - from the mundane to the life changing. In every decision, we need wisdom. As Dr. John speaks from Proverbs 6, he explains how practical wisdom can guide the choices we make about our debts, work habits, friendships, and especially our moral walk. Life is not a "flip of the coin." We can choose pathways of blessing by the wisdom God gives.Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

Proverbs demonstrates that the content of wisdom must speak to sexual matters as well. Every parent who has "the talk" with their children, can't simply speak of biology. There is a moral education needed as well. Dr. John highlights the cousel of Solomon to his son about sexuality. The power of human sexuality cannot be denied; it must be directed. God has wisdom that grants both life and healing.Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

We have laws against distracted driving. Clearly if someone's eyes wander off the road, danger or death threatens. Dr. John speaks from Proverbs 4 about the risk of spiritual distraction. It is possible to wander off the right path by having our vision focused elsewhere. Our eyes are to be straight ahead, our ears open to wisdom, our lips echoing truth. Most of all, we are to guard our heart. From it, flow the issues of ife. Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

The primary responsibility of educating our children does not lie with schools or churches, but with parents. Home is the classroom of life. Dr. John points to Proverbs as a pattern for parents. We are to pass on to our children wisdom for life. We may speak of the lessons we have garnered over decades, but the wisdom we relay is not our own, but God's. Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

We live in a world where the price tags have been switched. The values of God are reduced, and the values of this Earth are inflated. Given a choice between wealth and wisdom, many would choose money. Dr. John echoes Solomon's teaching on the riches of wisdom. We are reminded that since we are not born wise, the first rule of wisdom is: get wisdom! No one who is willing to pay that price will lose.Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

We often think of education as a means to make a living - a job, career. The wisdom of Solomon points in a different direction. God provides wisdom to make a life - a life blessed by God’s ways. In this study of Proverbs 1-9, Dr. John highlights the wisdom of God for the young and old. We will find that the wisdom which helps us make a life, will provide all the goodness of living.Wisdom Matters: Is it better to be wealthy, good looking, successful, popular or wise? If any Christian isn't sure of the answer, then Proverbs has something to say! In this 10-message series, Dr. John will point us to wisdom that shapes our living. Proverbs doesn't guarantee us wealth or popularity, but it does promise the blessings of God. 

The dictionary defines optimism as a perspective which sees the favourable side of life. Many rest their optimism on the shoulders of their skills, resources or even luck. Dr. John reminds us that smiling at the future is possible not because of our capacity or actions, but because of God's providence. We can embrace the favourable side of life and eternity because God is in charge. This brings hope, courage and a smile.God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

"What difference does a healthy biblical view of God's providence make in every day life?" Dr. John asks and answers this pivotal question. We are reminded to live by faith in our sovereign God. The faith that makes a difference is faith that believes in God's providence, trusts His wise governance, and then orders life in response to His purposes.God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

Every complaint we make about the weather, our health, traffic or neighbours is an insult to the providential work of God. Our complaints suggest that either God is not doing enough, or we don’t like what He is doing! Dr. John points us to Paul's experience in a Roman jail, and the joy Paul felt despite harsh circumstance. Knowing that God rules over every detail of our lives is cause not only for gratitude, but for deep joy. God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

Fear is at play in our lives more often than we care to admit. We worry about our health, our family, climate changes, community violence and international tensions. We worry that no one seems to be in charge. But God is!  He governs this world every minute. "Fear not," is God's assurance and command. We take courage, not because the dangers are illusionary, but because God rules over all. We can trust Him.God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

Every parent has heard their child ask, "Why?" Children can't understand the complexities of life, and the wise actions of parents confuse them. With God, we are the children. Often we look heavenward and ask, "Why?" The mysteries of Earth and Heaven are hidden within the providential wisdom of God. Dr. John assures us that while we may be baffled by God's ways, we can trust His goodness and care.God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

An old song says, "Que sera sera - whatever will be, will be." It is the song of a fatalist. Fatalism is driving on a set road heading to a pre-set destination, regardless of what happens. Is fatalism the same as God's providence? Dr. John walks us through the Scriptures to understand the difference. We will seee that God executes His determined design through the willing obedience of His people. What we are and do matters to God!God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

How do we pray in the face of God's sovereign reign? Doesn't God already know what we need? Isn't God arranging all of creation according to His plan? What difference will my prayers make? Listen as Dr. John teaches about the role of prayer in God's plans. We find from the Scriptures that prayer tutors us in the ways and heart of God. God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

Inevitably, as we consider the providential rule of God over creation, we have to ask this question, "How does the rule of God intersect my own free choices? If I am free to make my own decisions, how is God in control?" Dr. John helps us understand the Biblical teaching of our free will. What are we free to do? God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

There are things we want but cannot do. There are things we can do,  but do not want. Is it the same for God? When we consider the sovereign  rule of God over creation, we have to explore the nature of His will. Listen as Dr. John unfolds the Scriptures about the will of God in our world and in our lives.  God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

The wrongs of this life are obvious. Violence. Exploitation. Cruelty. Destruction. We see instances of evil daily. We are grieved, angered and confused. Why doesn’t God do something about this? Can God do something about this? Listen as Dr. John demonstrates that God's rule over this Earth includes His reign over the sins of this world. We can take hope that nothing will defeat God's plan - not even sin. God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.

Are the conditions of our lives happenstance? Where we are born? How tall we are? Our mental, emotional and spiritual capacities? Dr. John demonstrates Biblically that our lives - and every aspect of them - are products of God's providence. This message gives us cause for joy and gratitude over God's care for each one of us.God's Providence: We tend to think that chance is the cause for the weather, traffic, our place of birth and lot in life. But believers know that Providence rules instead of chance. Listen to this 3 week series of Dr. John as he unpacks the teaching of Scripture about Providence. You will marvel with gratitude over God's rule of this world and stand in a place of hope.