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How should I respond if mistreated by someone in authority? What if I am wronged by a leader?  In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses 1 Peter 2:21-25. An attitude of submission might result in maltreatment by those in charge. Peter reminds believers to be prepared to suffer as Christ. Jesus is our example and sacrifice. He will set things right and restore us to Himself.

What should the Christian attitude be toward our superiors or employers? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses 1 Peter 2:18-20. Christians are called to submit to their masters, bosses, and employers. Submission may result in wrongful treatment. Believers will endure poor treatment from our leaders, knowing that God's grace is greater.

Soaring Over Scripture: Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez explores the chronology of the New Testament (Life of Christ).

How should Christians interact with the government? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses 1 Peter 2:13-18. Christians are called to submit to the government in the freedom of Christ. By respecting governing authorities, we honor God and bear witness to His eternal government.

How should Christian view authority? Are you ever discouraged by the direction or example set by the world's leaders? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez explores 1 Peter 2:11-12. Beginning a discussion on submission, Peter tells reminds believers to submit first to God. By living under God's authority as kingdom citizens, Christians are equipped to turn from sin and set an example for the world. This subtle witness influences the world in remarkable ways.

Soar Over Scripture: The Book of Nahum. We continue in our study on the prophets. Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez overviews the book of Nahum as we explore the 7th century Minor Prophets. Nahum celebrates the arrival of God's judgment against the nation of Assyria. In some sense the book of Nahum vindicates the prophecy of Jonah, since Nineveh is ultimately destroyed.

Have you ever been shown mercy? Have you shown mercy to another? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez reviews 1 Peter 2:9-10. Peter tells us that we have received mercy from God. He has chosen our generation, brought us into His priesthood, and is building a holy nation. Will you choose to act as an instrument of mercy today?

Do you look like anyone in your family? Do you share traits or mannerisms with your parents? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez examines 1 Peter 2:4-8. Peter reminds us that we resemble the head of our family. As we grow in the faith, we begin to look like Christ. He is the Chief Cornerstone. He is the High Priest. Will you choose Him today and imitate His example?

Soar Over Scripture: The Book of Habakkuk. We continue in our study on the prophets. Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez surveys the book of Habakkuk as we explore the 7th century Minor Prophets. Habakkuk presents a Theodicy (defense of God's justice), asking why the good suffer and the wicked prosper. God provides a vision of ultimate judgment and calls the prophet to trust in the revealed Word of God.

Do you feel like you belong? Who do you identify with? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez examines 1 Peter 2:1-3. In these verses, Peter urges believers to recognize their new spiritual family and to grow in the faith. Our new family has new rules. We enter as babies and grow to be helpful to other members of the family.

Do you long for peace? Is peace in this world even possible? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at the Christmas carol, O Come, O Come Emmanuel (4th stanza). This hymn is filled with theological content. The fourth verse relays the desire of all nations for lasting peace that can only come from God. Emmanuel come again and establish peace forever.

SOS - Soaring Over Scripture. Continuing the series on the prophets, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez surveys the prophetic book of Zephaniah. Zephaniah saw the coming Day of the Lord bringing judgement on the nations and Israel. Yet, through this judgement, the prophet predicts an ultimate salvation for God's people.

Do you want a blessed life? Do you seek wisdom and shun foolishness? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at the Christmas carol, O Come, O Come Emmanuel (3rd stanza). This hymn is filled with theological content. The third verse calls out for God to reveal His wisdom to us and to cause us to follow Him.

Are you going through a dark time? How can you brighten your day? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at the Christmas carol, O Come, O Come Emmanuel (2nd stanza). This hymn is filled with theological content. The second verse relates a cry for light in the midst of darkness. The Father sends the Son to bring life and light to those that receive Him.

Soar Over Scripture: The Book of Micah. We continue in our study on the prophets. Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at the book of Micah.

Have you ever been lonely? Have you experienced isolation from God? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at the Christmas carol, O Come, O Come Emmanuel (1st stanza). This hymn is filled with theological content. In the first verse, we cry out with Israel for Christ to come and give His presence.

Has Christ changed the way you live? Do you live with an awareness of the goal of your salvation? In this episode, Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at part 3 of The Great Christmas Exchange from Gal. 4:7. God's provision of Christ forever changes our direction. In Christ we have an altered course. We are no longer slaves, but sons and heirs. We walk in hope of the coming reward.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: The Tribulation and Rapture. Could Jesus come again at any time? How should my view of the end impact my life today? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate are joined by a special guest, Dr. David Johnson. Together, these scholars summarize and evaluate the main views of the rapture.

Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses the theological aspects of Matthew and Luke's genealogies for Jesus.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Angels and Demons. How should I approach the spiritual realm? What should I believe about Angels and Demons? In this episode, Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate discuss the subject of angels and demons beginning with the book of Daniel.