Podcast:  Come And Reason with Tim Jennings, MD 2021

Podcast: Come And Reason with Tim Jennings, MD 2021

This is a weekly, 15-minute talk-show in which Dr. Jennings answers questions on topics regarding mental health and interpersonal relationships.

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Executive Producer – Come And Reason Ministries. Producer, host, and editor – Charles Mills.

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January 6
Episode 1: Culture Wars and the Christian
“Culture War” is a cultural conflict between social groups and the struggle for dominance of their values, beliefs, and practices. Christianity is no stranger to it. Dr. Jennings explains why.
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January 13
Episode 2: Four Strategies Satan Uses to Destroy People
Christians are under attack by evil forces beyond our imagining. Dr. Jennings reveals four strategies Satan uses to destroy us. Like they say, “Forewarned is forearmed.”
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January 20
Episode 3: What Happens When We Die
Death, like taxes, is part of life. It’s going to happen to us all—unless Jesus returns and puts an end to sin and suffering. But, there are things we need to know about this mysterious condition.
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January 27
Episode 4: What are the Signs of Christ’s Soon Return
Seems every generation since Christ is absolutely convinced that His return is just around the corner. Yet, here we are, 2000 years later, still waiting, still watching, still longing. Why
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February 3
Episode 5: The Injustice of Human Justice
What’s so unjust about human justice? Dr. Jennings shares insights into the source of human justice and how it’s often out of sync with God’s ideal for His children.
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February 10
Episode 6: How to Disagree and Remain Friends
Have you been on Facebook lately? Or Twitter, or Instagram? There’s a whole lot of arguing going on—some rather heated. How can we disagree and remain civil?
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February 17
Episode 7: Loving Those Who Don’t Love Us
God tells us to “love one another.” But what about those who don’t love us? How do we overcome our seemingly inborn desire to say, “Well, forget you!” and move on?
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February 24
Episode 8: Five Keys to a Successful Relationship
Life is all about relationships. How we relate to others forms the backbone of our happiness. So, it’s essential that we are maintaining good relationships with others. How do we do it?
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March 3
Episode 9: Q & A
Dr. Jennings fields questions about teaching children that there are consequences to their actions, how to remain focused in a chaotic world, and the proper way to rest even when you’re busy.
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March 9
Episode 10: Knowing God’s Will
“Insha’Allah.” This Arabic utterance means: “If it is God’s will.” In many minds, most if not all life events are connected to the will of God. Countless Christians agree. Is this true?
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March 16
Episode 11: Lack of Faith
It’s a problem that even with some Bible characters. “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief.” Unbelief. Doubt. Lack of faith. Is there any hope for us? Can God still reach us?
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March 23
Episode 12: Act of God
When a great natural disaster strikes, when unexplained destruction takes place, people and insurance companies label it as an “act of God.” Really? Is that the way God acts?
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March 30
Episode 13: Equality
“Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus.” Dr. Jennings reveals in what ways men and women are different, and in what ways they are the very same in God’s eyes.
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April 6
Episode 14: Finding God
For some it’s like a cosmic version of hide-and-seek. For others, it can be so frustrating that they just give up altogether. What is? Finding God. Is it even possible?
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April 13
Episode 15: Human Sexuality and Gender
Human Sexuality and Gender issues have been in the spotlight lately and many church-goers aren’t quite sure how to deal with them. What would God have us know?
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April 20
Episode 16: How Human Economics Corrupts the Gospel
If there’s one thing the devil hates more than anything is any good news about Jesus and His plan to save our souls. Even human economics perpetuates the lie that began in Eden.
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April 27
Episode 17: Paternalism vs. Autonomy
Paternalism and Autonomy. What do they mean and why should we care? Dr. Jennings explains that one echoes the worldly system sin has devised for humanity. The other, the divine.
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May 4
Episode 18: The Destructive Power of Accusation
Lies can be destructive. Just ask Adam and Eve. But, Dr. Jennings suggests an equally destructive power. Accusation. It can destroy , too, in some very subtle ways.
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May 12
Episode 19: War and the Human Mind
Dr. Tim Jennings spent quality time with our fighting forces a few years back and shares some of the insights he uncovered as he helped men and women deal with the unnaturalness of war.
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May 19
Episode 20: Fake World
How are we supposed to live in a world filled with fake news, fake people, and fake truth? Dr. Jennings offers insights on how it’s possible to survive in a Land of Liars.he bad, and the dangers of both.
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May 26
Episode 21: Biblical v. Eastern Meditation
Meditation and mindfulness. You find audio books, streaming seminars, and popular gurus endlessly promoting them. Dr. Jennings shares the good, the bad, and the dangers of both.
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June 2
Episode 22: Q&A
Seemingly endless grief, doubting God, explaining Jesus to atheists, and forgiving self. These topics are clearly and Biblically addressed in this issue of Questions and Answers.
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June 9
Episode 23: The Great Exodus
Americans’ membership in houses of worship continued to decline last year, dropping below 50% for the first time in Gallup’s eight-decade trend. Why, and how can we reverse it?
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June 16
Episode 24: Level of Sin
There are different levels of legal mischief. Even death can be the result of negligence, manslaughter, and three degrees of murder. Is there such a hierarchy when it comes to sin?
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June 23
Episode 25: Four Habits of Effective Leaders
Some people in leadership roles in the country and in the workplace tend to get high marks for their actions and some don’t. What makes the difference?
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June 30
Episode 26: Hinder Not Help
Dr. Jennings recently wrote a blog entitled “When Praising Jesus Hinders His Work?” What? Isn’t praising Jesus an important part of His work!
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July 7
Episode 27: When God does Ungodly Things
Sometimes it seems that God does things in the Bible that don’t seem to match the meek and lowly character of Jesus. Yet, Christ insists, “If you’ve seen me, you’ve seen the father.”
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July 14
Episode 28: Dealing with Temptations
Temptation is like air. It’s everywhere. And the fact that we’re so enticed by evil must mean we’re lost or totally separated from God, right? Dr. Jennings offers some fresh perspectives.
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July 21
Episode 29: The Four Judgments
No one likes to be judged. But, the Bible suggests that we are facing not one, but four judgments. What’s going on? Dr. Jennings sets the record straight by offering some good news.
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July 28
Episode 30: Dialogue with Those Who Disagree
Just how should we talk with those who don’t share our worldview? Dr. Jennings offers a checklist to follow and some proven ways to protect ourselves and our spiritual well-being.
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August 3
Episode 31: Am I Devil Possessed
You’ve heard the old saying “The devil made me do it!” A more serious side of that declaration is that some people think it’s true. The devil, they believe, has possessed them. Is that possible?
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August 10
Episode 32: Who Created God
We Christians believe that we were created by God. But, who created God—or at least the version of God we worship? Our answer reveals much about our worldview.
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August 17
Episode 33: Our Lonely Hearts
You see their posts on social media all the time: people who feel isolated and separated from sociality. People who are lonely. But which “lonely” are they? Dr. Jennings explains.
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August 24
Episode 34: Seeking Wisdom and Where to Find It
Proverbs 8:11 reads: “for wisdom is more precious than rubies, and nothing you desire can compare with her.” Where do we find wisdom? Dr. Jennings suggests two sources.
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August 31
Episode 35: Q&A
Selfishness, transgender people, the reality of the Bible, diseases as punishments from God, and overcoming the emotional scars of abuse. Dr. Jennings answers some of today’s tough questions.
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September 7
Episode 36: How Satan Uses God’s Law Against Us
Satan is constantly looking for ways to harm us. He’ll utilize anything to fulfill his evil purposes—even God’s Law. How does he do that?
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September 14
Episode 37: Everyone Must Choose
There’s a verse in the Bible that admonishes us to “choose ye this day.” So, what are we choosing and what are the consequences of that choice?
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September 21
Episode 38: Mind and Media Manipulation
No one likes to consider him or herself a puppet with someone else pulling the strings. The bad news is we’re all attached to some power strings these days. The good news? There are scissors.
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September 28
Episode 39: The Three Untruths
It’s no secret that there are many lies floating around. Satan is even called “The Father of Lies” (John 8:44). Dr. Jennings reveals the three most destructive untruths and how to counter them.
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October 5
Episode 40: Psalms Un-biased
he Psalms, as recorded in the Old Testament, contain some of the most poetic and descriptive language found in the Bible. But, Dr. Jennings says something is often lost in the translation.
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October 12
Episode 41: God’s Ten Laws – Part 1
The Ten Commandments have much to reveal about God’s true character of love if viewed from the proper perspective. That Godly “lens” changes everything.
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October 19
Episode 42: God’s Ten Laws – Part 1
How do we find God’s true character in the Ten Commandments? By looking, not through the worldly, but through the divine “lens” of love. Dr. Jennings explains.
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October 26
Episode 43: Forgiveness Myths
Have you ever had anyone mistreat you, take advantage of you, drag your name through the mud? Well, just forget about it, right? Wrong! What’s needed is forgiveness.
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November 2
Episode 44: Rebuilding Self-Worth
What are you worth to the world and to your family? By earthly standards, not much! But, Dr. Jennings reveals how we can judge our true value using another tool. A divine one.
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November 9
Episode 45: Reason and Conscience
What roles should reason and conscience play in our day-to-day thoughts and actions? Dr. Jennings says that God designed reason and conscience to work in concert with each other.
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November 16
Episode 46: Faith
We need faith, right? We need to trust that God’s word is true and we can depend on Him. But Dr. Jennings says there’s something that can masquerade as faith. Fiction. How can we tell?
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November 23
Episode 47: The Mind Restored
Dr. Jennings sees patients on a regular basis and has helped hundreds do something that we all need to do, at one level or another. Restore our minds. How does that happen?
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November 30
Episode 48: Q&A
These questions come from the Psychology Today website under the title, “The Top 5 Questions Everyone Asks a Psychiatrist.” Dr. Jennings offers insights and answers.
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December 7
Episode 49: History and Aging
The forest of birthday candles on our cakes seems to grow thicker each year. What’s an aging man or woman to do to protect and nourish his or her mind as time goes by?
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December 14
Episode 50: Oxidative Stress and Aging
We want our brains to keep functioning clearly and productively even as our bodies show the passage of time. Dr. Jennings says that #1 on our to-do list should be, “Watch your weight!”
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December 21
Episode 51: Lifestyle and Aging
There’s much we can do to help make our journey into old age tolerable. We have more control than we think! Dr. Jennings shares some specific areas in which we actually improve our lot.
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December 28
Episode 52: Pathological Aging
Alzheimer’s is one of the saddest diseases in the world. Dr. Jennings examines that deadly condition and provides a roadmap to help us navigate the risk factors.
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Testimony 44

We were given a gift of the DVD set, “God and Your Brain,” and we just finished watching it. The truths in this are so powerful and truly an answer to a prayer. We’re seeing hope where once we thought God wasn’t answering our prayers to be free of certain mindsets. He answered with these DVDs and we are hungry for more. Thank you!

Daniel T., Easley, SC, USA

 

Testimony 28

I have been following your Bible study class for about a year now. I must say I am impressed with how your ministry has grown. I took it upon myself to listen to all your lesson podcasts from the past and they have both enriched me physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. I have learnt a lot from this class. I have also noticed how the class has grown in spiritual strength. One of the things that benefited me is that now I am not afraid of God. I use to be, but now it has melted away. The second thing is that you helped me to have a real life relationship with God. Now He is my friend that was always there and I love having him with me all the time. Thirdly, because of this class, it inspired me to take over and lead a class. I have called it “Let Us Reason Together,” adapting your inquisitive style and creating a class of free thinkers.

T. Banda, Malawi, Africa

 

Testimony 11

I would love to have a copy of “Healing the Mind” DVDs to have in my therapy office. I enjoy having clients check out materials to enhance their therapy experience. I have sat under Dr. Jennings’ teaching at an American Association of Christian Counselors convention and respect his work greatly.

K.B., LA, USA

 

Testimony 50

After coming into contact with Come And Reason Ministries, I can finally say that many of my unanswered questions have fallen into place. I discovered that my view of God’s Law was “imposed laws and rules” with “imposed punishments” and that this was the major culprit of my many unanswered questions. Thanks be to God for using you and those around you to help us who have struggled with this “infection” of thought. I have now rejected the “imposed law” concept to fully embrace “Design Law”… to look thru “Design Law,” instead of “imposed law,” is a relief.

Viliami L., Australia

 

Testimony 29

Thank you for all of your work to correct misconceptions about God’s character. So many people that my husband and I have talked to seem to be against the natural law construct and view it as “errant” and “dangerous.” Having learned more about it through your blogs and lessons, I don’t really understand why they view it that way, except that it means they have to relearn theology they have known for their entire lives. But I’m so excited to relearn this. For the past few years I have been questioning how I could trust a God who punishes arbitrarily and is full of wrath for those who don’t obey His commands. That view made me afraid to “mess up” or “not be good enough,” even within my relationship with God. I really appreciated the point you bring out about God not wanting us to serve Him because we are afraid, but because we love Him.

Melissa H., IN, USA

 

Testimony 67

I was introduced to Come And Reason by a friend of my mother-in-law, who gave me several CD’s of Dr. Jennings. The clarity of the message and recognition that God’s is a God of love was so clear, advancing beyond Dr. Maxwell’s message. However, grappled with Maxwell saying God used emergency measures for the fallen world. Now after several years of being a regular listener of the Come And Reasoning bible study class and attending Jennings’ meetings in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, things are becoming clearer for me. Design law versus imposed law has added so much to my personal understanding of theology. This message has really impacted my work in counseling so many people miserable because they are searching for and trusting human governments to create order and peace or believing in a God who says love Me or I will kill you. I am grateful that I have an alternative view to offer my clients that makes sense. I teach a bible study class on a semi-regular basis and I value the materials that Come And Reason so freely offers to aid me in presenting this vital message. Thank you for continuing to provide advancement in our very limited understanding of a Infinite God that is rational and believable.

Dr. Roger D, Arlington, TX, USA

 

Testimony 37

Hearing Dr. Jennings’ presentations in person came at a pivotal moment in my spiritual journey that began about nine months ago, when the fault lines inherent in my belief system began to crack under questions that most reasonable people end up asking about God and His nature. These were questions I couldn’t find answers to, and they shook my faith. I was unable let it go any longer and be satisfied. My Christian experience became distant. I was afraid; the fear in me rose like thorns, pushing me away from Jesus. And then someone heard my questions and introduced me to this ministry, and my life has totally changed.

I can tell you that this new, “present truth” message is far grander and life-changing than when I shifted from being an agnostic and then a nominal Christian. It has radically altered my worldview, because it reveals a God that makes sense. It is a revolution. I believe that Dr. Jennings’ message is the final message that must go to the world. If any message could be called “righteousness by faith,” as abused as that term is by the right and the left, this is that message, because Jennings’ biblical message identifies a God who is different, whose character isn’t an impossible contradiction.

I walk this path now without fear. I see people differently, and the Holy Spirit burns in my heart. Many call Dr. Jennings’ message false and compromising, but it isn’t false, because I’ve seen the fruits within my mind and body. It is not compromising, because in this message is the only road to holiness that makes any sense. No longer do I behold a pagan god who is always angry and suspicious. Instead, I behold a God who is freeing and loving, always working for our good, and giving me every reason to love my enemy even to my own death, just as Jesus pleads with us. God is good.

Anthony L., CA, USA

 

Testimony 39

[This ministry is the] biggest blessing I have ever received! Your DVDs and lessons could not have come at a better time in my life. I have experienced in the past year many difficulties that, if it wasn’t for this wonderful view of God that I have discovered through this ministry, I would not have been able to respond in love and forgiveness. My heart is being transformed everyday by the Calvary-looking God you teach. Hallelujah!! I have tears in my eyes as I write, because my life has taken a complete turn from where I was heading.

I am from Central America. Most of my family is scattered in different parts of the world and all have the same view of God that I had growing up; a distant, exacting, and ready-to-punish-us-with-tragedy type of God. So, I have been translating lessons for my family and, to my surprise, they have also been sharing them with others! I can already see the difference. My brother has often said, “Thank you for sharing, I have never heard it this way!” My other family members are taking an amazing turn from a message of “repent or burn” towards a loving God, pleading to us that we won’t reject him because he loves us eternally.

Bless you for all you do.

Sofia S., Ashfield, MA, USA

 

Testimony 53

I was so blessed by a friend who gave me your book, “The God Shaped Brain,” while I was sitting in church asking God to please help me learn more about Him and help me not to be so confused and scared. That was about 2 years ago. Your books have helped me to love God even more. I’m not confused or scared anymore! I have listened to all of your bible study classes and feel like I know the wonderful people that attend every week. Thank you for all that you’re doing in spreading the true message about God and His law of love. God bless you and your whole class.

Elssy P., Modesto, CA, USA

 

Testimony 56

I cannot thank you enough for opening my understanding to the beautiful truth of God’s Law of Love and how it applies to everything. I have been a Christian for over forty years, but I feel like I am only now seeing with my eyes open. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!

Tammy Cinzio, Australia

 

Testimony 26

Your teachings about our heavenly Father have changed my life. Thank you sooooooo very very much! I know He’s doing some serious healing in my heart and life and I look forward to each new day to learn something new about Him and to just hear you speak about Him. Thank you, forever.

Nancy S.

 

Testimony 61

I grew up in a prominent protestant church and had what I like to call religious anxiety. I’ve always had questions about God and Salvation that no one could seem to answer.  I didn’t know how to find resolution. During 2020, at the height of my anxiety, I fell to my knees and begged God to show me truth and light and to give me the hope that I’ve been longing for. Days later, I stumbled upon your online videos and it was like a veil was lifted and EVERYTHING made sense! For the first time in my almost 39 years of life, my religious/spiritual anxiety has lessened. I feel a sense of freedom and peace I’ve NEVER had before… and it’s all because my view of God has changed. Thank you!

Ashleighn C.

 

Testimony 71

When I was 9 years old, I remember setting at our devotional table with a hunger and thirst for God that wanted more, deeper, BETTER. I can remember literally crying and pounding on the table, “I know these teachers didn’t mean to give us error. They taught what THEY had been TAUGHT, but didn’t ANYBODY READ THE BOOK?!?!?” It mattered to me then. It mattered to me as a teenager. It matters now as I teach bible classes. It didn’t have to be so hard as I watched so many give up and lay God’s great plan and gift of salvation aside as being “impossible.” Then, a friend sent me a link to Come And Reason’s website. I grew excited. YES! FINALLY! Then another friend told me to stay away, saying her son had just broken up with a girl because she was involved with Come And Reason and that “Tim Jennings preaches a false gospel.” But, AFTER many years of developing an authentic and, dare I say FUN relationship with Jesus, through the Holy Spirit I see this message has been around a LONG time, since the apostle Paul, Ellen White, Graham Maxwell, Ray Foucher, and yourself (though I admit, you’ve made me back up, rewind and replay the clips, and get out my well-worn Bible on a few things.) I’m so thankful I have found LIGHT during these DARK days. I am not alone.

Vicki DiNitto

Testimony 33

I was invited over a friend’s house to see the “God and Your Brain” seminar today. I became [a christian] 36 years ago at the age of 19, but have struggled with the concept of God taking His ‘pound of flesh’ out on His Son to be appeased. Wow. Your seminar has been an incredible revelation and breath of reason and fresh air! I have your book, “The God Shaped Brain,” and it is SO eye opening. Finally, after 36 years enlightenment has come! Praise the Good Lord! What can I say, but that the Real Gospel is truly “Good News!” Thank you for your efforts in giving the Gospel a clear sound!

Paul C.,  Springfield, MA, USA

 

Testimony 42

I am just writing to say that I have been so blessed by the teachings of Come And Reason Minitries recently. I watched last week’s bible study lesson on Youtube and am thankful that the error in the printed lesson guide you use was pointed out and this week’s study was of equal benefit, if not more so. My understanding of God’s nature has been very confused of late and I am so grateful for clarity in this matter. I have never really fully understood previously how a good God can cause bad things to happen and now I realise that He doesn’t, it’s a natural consequence of sin. May the almighty Father and His Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ, continue to bless your ministry.

Laura P., United Kingdom