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Psalm 31 delivers the promise that God is our deliverer and steadfast refuge.

On this day, we remember Polycarp, who died around 155 AD, and Gutenberg's Bible, printed in 1455. The reading is from Augustine, "Late Have I loved You."

Pastor Killian Teaches On Luke 17:11-19

On this day, we remember Johannes Reuchlin, b. 1455, and Nicholas Ferrar, b. 1592. The reading is from George Herbert, "The Holdfast."

When our friends are suffering, how should we comfort them? Craig and Troy discuss things NOT to say, and in the end discover just Who was sent to comfort us, and how He does it.

You’re not making Christianity better; you’re making Stoicism worse. Gillespie and Riley continue their discussion of free will and predestination by reading Clement of Alexandria. Where does the doctrine of free will originate? What happens when a Christian blends biblical theology and philosophy? Why doesn’t Riley like Star Wars sermons?

On this day, we remember Peter Damian, b. 1007, and Robert Southwell, d. 1595. The reading is "Christ's Childhood" by Robert Southwell.

Contending with false gods, fleeces, and a new nickname are all in store for Gideon.

On this day, we remember John Williamson Nevin, b. 1803, and St. Leo of Catania, d. 789. The reading is from Malcolm Guite, "Our Burning World."

Jesus goes to a Pharisee’s house for dinner where He serves up a heavy portion of law.

On this day, we remember how Empress Theodora restored the icons of Hagia Sophia in 842. We remember Melchior Klesl, b. 1552. The reading is a quote Jacques Ellul, "Holy Troublemakers."

I thought we had something, but then you do and pull this. Gillespie and Riley read and discuss Iranaeus on free will and predestination. What part do Christians play in their salvation? Do we choose to sin? Who goes to hell?