Category:  Faith Life

Episodes

The Power of God's Presence and A Call for Repentance

In the account of Israel's history in 1 Samuel, we discover a warning not to cherish outward symbols of faith without also maintaining our inward, faithful obedience to the Lord, and an invitation to return and surrender our hearts to him.

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1 Samuel: Trust God Who Works Through Human Pain, Imperfection, and Brokenness

God Speaks Judgment and Calls Samuel

Learn where to look for God and discover hope even when life's situations seem hopelessly unjust and bleak.

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1 Samuel: Trust God Who Works Through Human Pain, Imperfection, and Brokenness

Hannah's Prayer and God's Big Answer

Studying Hannah’s sorrow, prayer, and song of praise in the opening chapters of 1 Samuel reveals God’s character, helps us understand where to find God, and what he wants us to do with our pain. Together, we’ll also see how Hannah’s sorrow and private prayer become part of God’s public plan for his people.

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1 Samuel: Trust God Who Works Through Human Pain, Imperfection, and Brokenness

When Forgiveness is Complicated

There are situations in life when forgiveness seems especially difficult, maybe even impossible. Let’s see how Scripture helps us address the hard questions that arise in those circumstances and discover what happens in our hearts when we bring our struggles with forgiveness to God. 

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Forgiveness

Blessed are...the Merciful, the Pure in Heart, the Peacemakers, and those Who are Persecuted

Discover what Jesus taught us about the heart and mind of an ideal disciple and why cultivating the Beatitudes in our lives of discipleship gives the world a glimpse of the kingdom of heaven here on earth.

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Jesus' Beatitudes and Our Discipleship

Blessed are....the Poor in Spirit, those Who Mourn, the Meek, and those Who Hunger and Thirst for Righteousness

Gain a deeper understanding of what it means to possess these dispositions and why Jesus invites us to cultivate them in our own lives of discipleship. 

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Jesus' Beatitudes and Our Discipleship

Understanding Jesus' Beatitudes

Gain a deeper understanding of the purpose and meaning of this list of blessings and how they serve as a guide to a kingdom lifestyle on our journey of discipleship with Jesus. 

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Jesus' Beatitudes and Our Discipleship

Your Questions about God's Care and the Life of Faith

Dig into Scripture with us and discover answers to your questions about God’s care, discipleship, suffering, and God’s timing. 

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Questions & Answers

Living as Citizens of God's Kingdom Now

God's kingdom is already here, and by studying Scripture, we discover what it means to live faithfully in the kingdom now.

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The Kingdom of God

The Day of the Lord

Join us as we reflect on God’s divine timing and patience, and learn from Peter what we should expect and how we can live holy, purposeful lives in light of the coming Day of the Lord.

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2 Peter: Gospel Truth, False Teaching, and the Second Coming of Christ

Be On Guard: False Teaching and Its Consequences

Let's study how Peter’s ardent defense of the gospel helps us stay rooted in God’s truth, learn discernment through the Holy Spirit, and live lives that fully align with the teachings of Christ.

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2 Peter: Gospel Truth, False Teaching, and the Second Coming of Christ

Live a Holy Life Set Apart for God

Learn what it means to live a holy life, set apart by God for his purposes, and how dwelling in God’s Word provides the spiritual sustenance needed for an active faith that flows naturally from us in all circumstances.

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1 Peter: Christian Identity and Keeping Faith While Suffering

Blog Posts

1 Samuel: Trust God Who Works Through Human Pain, Imperfection, and Brokenness

Study 1 Samuel with Groundwork to see how Israel’s history strengthens our faith today. Together, we’ll examine its stories and see how...

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Forgiveness

Explore the biblical meaning and purpose of forgiveness, what it is and is not, and how God calls us to forgive others—even...

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Jesus' Beatitudes and Our Discipleship

Enrich your life of discipleship by studying Jesus’ Beatitudes through Groundwork’s series, “Jesus’ Beatitudes and Our Discipleship,” to discover how these famous...

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Groundwork Listeners’ Favorite Series

Groundwork has produced over 645 episodes in the last 15 years. To celebrate this milestone, we surveyed our audience to ask them...

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Groundwork Celebrates 15 Years

Groundwork is celebrating 15 years, but the foundation of our ministry dates back to 1939. This blog will walk you through the...

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How to Use the Groundwork Podcast as a Personal or Group Bible Study

If you’re looking for a free tool to deepen your understanding of Scripture, the Groundwork podcast is a great resource to incorporate...

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Resources for Discipleship

“Disciple” is not a term we often use today, although most of us are intimately familiar with the concept of being a...

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Christians in Society

In a time and culture that seems to perpetuate division and hostility, how should our faith in Jesus impact how we live...

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