13 Life-Changing Books Every Christian Should Read with Jonny Ardavanis
What books have truly shaped your faith and transformed your life? In this episode, I share the 13 books that have profoundly impacted my walk with God - from classics on knowing God's character to practical guides on fighting sin and living with eternal perspective.As Charles Spurgeon said, "Visit many good books, but live in the Bible." These books have deepened my understanding of God's character, helped me fight sin, and equipped me to live with eternal perspective - but they should never replace your commitment to God's Word.Whether you're looking to grow in holiness, understand God's sovereignty, or learn how to trust Him in difficult times, these books offer biblical wisdom that can transform your life.What books have shaped your faith? Drop your recommendations in the comments below!
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Does God Choose Who Gets Saved? Predestination vs Free Will EXPLAINED | Pastor John MacArthur and Jonny Ardavanis
Does God Choose Who Gets Saved? Predestination vs Free Will EXPLAINED | Pastor John MacArthurIn this powerful theological discussion, Pastor John explains: ✅ Biblical evidence for predestination - What Scripture actually says ✅ Human responsibility in salvation - Why unbelievers are still accountable ✅ How both truths coexist - Understanding God's infinite mind vs. finite understanding ✅ Practical application - How to know if you're among the electKey Topics Covered • Predestination before the foundation of the world • The Lamb's Book of Life • Election and chosen people • Dead in trespasses and sin • Sovereign grace and human faith • Biblical paradoxes explained • Assurance of salvation
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What Is Heaven Really Like? What the Bible Actually Says About Our Eternal Home
Discover what the Bible really says about heaven and God's amazing grace in this powerful Christian teaching.What You'll Learn:What heaven is actually like according to ScriptureHow God's grace extends into eternityBiblical verses about our heavenly inheritanceWhy understanding heaven changes how we live todayThe difference between earthly treasures and eternal rewardsKey Bible Passages Discussed:Ephesians 2:4-7 - God's rich mercy and graceJohn 14:1-3 - Jesus preparing a place for us1 Corinthians 2:9-10 - What God has prepared for those who love Him1 Peter 1 - Our imperishable inheritanceThis biblical exposition explores God's "sealing grace" - how His grace extends beyond salvation into our eternal home. Whether you're struggling with loss, battling sin, or simply curious about what Scripture teaches about heaven, this message offers hope and biblical truth.Watch VideosVisit the Website Buy Consider the LiliesFollow on Instagram
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What is God's Grace? 5 Biblical Types of Grace Every Christian Must Know | Jonny Ardavanis
Discover the life-changing power of God's grace in this deep biblical study!In this episode, we explore 5 essential features of God's grace that every believer needs to understand:✅ God's Saving Grace - Why salvation is entirely by grace, not works✅ God's Sanctifying Grace - How grace transforms us into Christ's image ✅ God's Sustaining Grace - Finding strength in weakness through trials ✅ God's Serving Grace - How spiritual gifts are expressions of grace ✅ The Ordinary Means of Grace - Scripture, prayer, and Christian communityKey Bible Verses Discussed: • 1 Corinthians 15:10 • Titus 3:4-6 • Romans 5:15-21 • 2 Corinthians 12:9 • Ephesians 4:7-11Perfect for: • Bible study groups • New Christians seeking to understand grace • Anyone struggling with works-based salvation • Christians wanting deeper theological understandingTimestamps: 0:00 Introduction to God's Grace 5:30 Saving Grace vs. Works 12:15 Sanctifying Grace & Transformation 18:45 Sustaining Grace in Trials 25:20 Serving Grace & Spiritual Gifts 30:10 Practical Applications
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Why God Won't Remove Your Struggle | What Every Christian Needs to Know About Trials and Suffering
The 3 Biblical Realities Every Christian Needs to Understand:See Your Trial for What It Is - God's custom training program for your faithSee Yourself for Who You Are - Unfinished work in progressSee God for Who He Is - A Father doing necessary work in difficult circumstancesWhat You'll Actually Learn:Why James tells us to "count it ALL joy" (and what that really means)How trials test both the authenticity and quality of your faithThe difference between trials that refine vs. consequences of bad choicesWhy we need God's wisdom during difficult seasonsHow to work with God's purposes instead of just enduringPaul's approach to finding strength in weakness (2 Corinthians 12)Straight From Experience:This isn't academic theology - it's tested truth from a family dealing with ongoing challenges and the daily choice to trust God when circumstances don't improve.For Anyone Facing Trials:Regardless of your struggle - medical, financial, relational, personal - these biblical principles apply to every type of difficulty. You don't need to be dealing with illness to benefit from this conversation.Perfect for:Anyone currently in a trial of any kindChristians questioning God's purposes in sufferingThose supporting others through difficult seasonsAnyone wanting biblical wisdom for tough timesScripture: James 1:2-8, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10"It's a good God doing good work in a hard place."
God's word has changed my life and my passion is that people would understand and obey it. The truth of Scripture has the ability to "renew our minds," "give us joy," and "transform us into the image of Christ."
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