Robert A. Cook

Abundant Mercy

Broadcast #: 7122
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

The result of being made alive is joy, peace and a living hope. Hope is the fact that Christ is alive and is the hope for my future.


Involving God In Your Life

Broadcast #: 7121
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3

Start with God and ask Him for advice. We can invite God to get involved in our ordinary life. You get comfortable with God as Father when you make Him Lord.


Cleansing

Broadcast #: 7120
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2

Memorizing scripture and praying it over has an effect on our attitudes and action.The application of Christ’s death cleanses us.


What Is Obedience To God?

Broadcast #: 7119
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2

Comparing disobedience in a life to obedience to God is saying, “not my will but Yours.”


The Holy Spirit’s Role

Broadcast #: 7118
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

What sanctification of the Holy Spirit involves: Holy Spirit is active in our new birth in Christ and gives us assurance of belonging to Jesus. He guides, convicts, converts and prays for us.


Chosen By God

Broadcast #: 7117
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

The meaning of being “elect”. God already knew the plans he had for you, yet gave you free will to choose Him. He chose you to accomplish His purposes.


Be Thankful In All Things

Broadcast #: 7116
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5

Give thanks. Why? Because that’s God’s Will in Christ, concerning you. The miracle of the Christian life is tied somehow to our willingness to thank God for what He’s doing in our lives, whether or not we like it.


Be Ready

Broadcast #: 7115
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5

Watch out for the things that make you unready — indolence and self-gratification. And then put on what’s going to protect you and keep you sane and stable in a world full of stress.


A Holy Life

Broadcast #: 7114
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4

Holiness is reflected in the use of your body. And if you want to be sure that you’re ready for the Lord Jesus Christ, be sure that you’re living in a way that honors Him in everyday living.


How Trials Shape Us

Broadcast #: 7113
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3

One of the cures of discouragement is just being able to tell somebody else who cares and who understands. Not that they’re going to change the circumstances, but they care enough to spend some time with you and, and listen to you.