Burning Heart‘s Podcast

Enoch was NOT in the Bible Part 1

The book of Enoch is a heavily questioned book. While Enoch himself is mentioned in the Bible, the Book of Enoch is constantly argued for its authenticity. In today’s message, Pastor Michael speaks about why the book is argued so often; and explains the precise reasons that it isn’t included in the Bible.

It's believed that someone else wrote the Book of Enoch, and then attached Enoch’s name to it to make it more popular.

If it was really the Word of God, why would it need a fake identity?

Trouble in Paradise Part 6

You expect to find Jesus at church, in worship songs, or in your time reading the Bible. But God is bigger than just those places. You can see God all around you. But the key is that you have to be looking. He’s in the marvelous beauty of nature, the comfort of a good friend, or even that movie that resonated with you. Today, Pastor Michael encourages you to open your eyes and look for glimpses of God in your everyday moments. Let those constant reminders of His presence deepen your walk with Him.

Trouble in Paradise Part 5

Have you ever tried to do those 3-D hidden pictures? The ones where you stare at an image and let your eyes unfocus and then another image will pop out? It’s cool how there’s something else hidden in plain sight if you take the time to look. And that’s what you’ll see in today’s passage. On the surface it’s just a boring genealogy, a list of names you don’t really care about. But, as Pastor Michael shares, hidden in the names is a message for you and me all about Jesus and the rest and comfort He came to give us.

Grace-Doesn’t Add Up Part 2

It’s one thing to forgive someone else when they’ve messed up, but it can be really hard to let go of your own guilt and shame.

Well, today’s study is all about grace- how it doesn’t make sense to us. How God freely and generously offers it to us. And how it can be hard to accept. But, as Pastor Michael reminds you, God is relentless in His love for you. There’s no such thing as a lost cause or a hopeless case with Him. He sees you, knows everything about you, and still reaches out. So say yes to His love and grace today.

Grace-Doesn’t Add Up Part 1

Some things are just over your head. No matter how many times someone might explain things to you, you just can’t get it. It doesn’t make sense. Well, today, Pastor Michael shares that the way that God does things is like that for him… He just can’t understand. And it might be that way for you as well. God’s economy isn’t anything like what you would do. But God’s backward, upside-down wisdom is just what you and I need. We all need His grace to bridge the gap between us and Him for good.

Trouble in Paradise Part 4

We’ve all been there before. You were called out for something you did wrong. But you weren’t really sorry for what you did. You were just sorry you were caught and have to deal with the consequences of your choices. Well, this isn’t a new phenomenon. It goes back to the beginning of humanity, back to the story of Cain and Abel. Today, Pastor Michael takes a look at what happened between them and how Cain regretted the consequences more than his actions.

Trouble in Paradise Part 3

You’ve seen those cartoons where the little snowball rolls down the hill, getting bigger and bigger, taking out characters as it goes. Well, that’s what anger can do in your life. When you hold onto anger, it builds and builds. It gains intensity and takes up more and more of your heart over time. That snowball of anger and bitterness will destroy your relationships and leave you with shame and regret. Today, Pastor Michael points out the devastating results of anger in the story of Cain and his brother, Abel.

Trouble in Paradise Part 2

Kids love playing hide and seek. It seems like what they love most about it is being found. Well, in today’s message, Pastor Michael talks about how, like Adam and Eve, we all hide from God when we mess up. But, unlike those kids, you’re probably not excited to be found. But God looks for you anyway. He seeks you out because He loves you and doesn’t want you to stay in that place of guilt and shame. He wants you to come into the light, be covered by the work that Jesus did on the cross, and walk closely with Him.

Trouble in Paradise Part 1

There’s no doubt about it. People mess up… a lot. Your own personal experience and human history are proof of this. And, as you’ll see today, this reality is an important Biblical concept as well. In fact, Pastor Michael shares that humanity’s choice to turn against God’s plan, what we call the Fall of Man, is a core Christian doctrine. Why would Jesus need to come to take your place on the cross if there was no need for it? Pastor Michael invites you to join him in unpacking what this passage says and why it matters for you.

A Match Made in Heaven Part 2

As Christians, life isn’t instantly better for us just from following Jesus. Like everyone else, we all go through different struggles on a daily basis, but there’s a hope that we can’t forget about. Today, Pastor Michael wants you to know that God works everything for your good. No matter how awful your situation may seem or how much you think you know best, God has a divine plan for your life that is unparalleled. If you love Him and live your life for His calling, be patient and trust His plan for your life.