School of Ministry Resources Podcast

In this message from 2 Kings 4:8–17, recounting the Shunammite woman’s hospitality to Elisha, the prophet’s promise of a son, and the demonstration of God’s power when the child later dies and is brought back to life.
The episode focuses on faith, contentment, and practical lessons about serving others and turning to God in times of deep need.

Welcome to the School of Ministry podcast. In this episode we examine  the doctrine of kenosis, unpacking Philippians 2:5–11 and explaining how Christ, equal with God, "made himself nothing" by taking on human limitations, living in humility, and dying on the cross.
The episode contrasts Christ’s self‑emptying with prideful rebellion, highlights His incarnation and exaltation, and calls listeners to adopt the same humble mind and to receive Christ as Savior.

This episode studies Matthew 19:16–22 and the encounter between Jesus and the rich young synagogue ruler.
It explains why keeping commandments, (doing good works) will not give eternal life, but by recognizing our sin and repenting are essential, and acknowledging Jesus as our only way of salvation. Jesus exposes the barrier of this man's possessions, hitting the center of his need,  borne out of Jesus' great love, He exposes the true need.

This episode explores Colossians chapter 2, showing how Christ embodies the fullness of God, has wiped out the written requirements of the law, and has disarmed spiritual powers through His victory on the cross.
Paul warns against false teachers and living under the law—dietary rules, festivals, and sabbaths for Christ fulfilled the law.  The Apostle then calls believers to live in love, holiness, and confidence in Christ so they do not forfeit their reward.

Join us as we go through Habakkuk 1:1–11, unpacking the prophet’s cry over injustice and God’s startling reply that He will raise the Chaldeans as judgment. The episode highlights three truths: God’s ways are mysterious, misunderstood, and moral, and emphasizes that suffering often precedes future glory.
The lesson connects Habakkuk’s context to modern struggles of faith, urging listeners to trust God’s sovereign plan amid injustice, confusion, and worldly decline.

The Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippians 1:27–30 challenges the child of God and especially members of the Philippian Church, to live conduct worthy of the gospel, to stand united to boldly advance the faith even amid opposition.
The episode emphasizes surrender to the Holy Spirit, the responsibility of heavenly citizenship, and practical encouragement to live and witness together for Christ.

Matthew 27, paints the scene of Jesus’ crucifixion and the cruel mockery He endured. Matthew identifies four groups present at the cross — the ignorant soldiers, the criminal thieves, the fickle crowd, and the religious leaders — and explains how each displayed a different form of rejection.
The episode centers on Jesus’ prayer, “Father, forgive them,” showing how His intercession, the fulfillment of prophecy, and God’s grace brought salvation even amid extreme wickedness. The message contrasts human cruelty with Divine mercy and calls listeners to reflect on the power of forgiveness and the spread of the gospel.

Paul, writing from a Roman prison, contrasts the believer’s joy in living for Christ with the hope of being with Him in death. He expresses a sincere desire to depart and be with Christ, yet choosing to remain for the benefit, growth, and joy of the churches he served.
The episode unpacks three core aspects of Christianity highlighted by Paul: faith in Christ alone, intimate fellowship with Him, and the call to follow Him sacrificially—dying to self so Christ may live through us.

In this episode we walk through Colossians 2:10–15, showing how believers are made complete in Christ through spiritual circumcision, baptism, and union with Jesus’ death and resurrection.
The message emphasizes three truths: complete salvation, total forgiveness, and decisive victory over spiritual powers — all accomplished by Christ’s finished work on the cross.

This episode walks through Acts 7, focusing on Stephen’s defense before the council, his recounting of Israel’s history, and his bold indictment of the leaders for resisting the Holy Spirit.
It describes Stephen’s vision of Jesus standing at God’s right hand, his martyrdom by stoning, the role of Saul in the ensuing persecution, and how Stephen’s death helped spread the gospel, with practical application about trials, witness, and Christ as our advocate.