Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld

Moving beyond descriptions of hell itself, Dr. John examines what the experience of being in hell is actually like. He identifies three key aspects: complete loss of all earthly pleasures, the total extinguishment of hope since hell is eternal, and suffering under God's everlasting displeasure. He addresses objections that God is a "torturer" by explaining hell as perfect justice with degrees of punishment, and challenges the popular notion that people "choose" hell, emphasizing instead our spiritual deadness and need for God's grace.

Hell Explained: In this one week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the often difficult and uncomfortable d...

What role should the doctrine of hell play in motivating people toward faith? Dr. John addresses modern objections to "hell-fire preaching" by demonstrating that Jesus Himself frequently warned people about hell - citing twelve passages from Matthew alone where Christ threatened eternal punishment. He challenges contemporary self-esteem culture where most people assume they're good and deserve heaven, calling listeners to recognize their desperate need for Christ's mercy while they still can.

Hell Explained: In this one week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the often difficult and uncomfortable doctrine of Hell. This study will discuss the biblical description of h...

After examining why hell exists and God's righteousness in sending people there, Dr. John turns to the terrifying question of what hell is actually like. Using Jesus' parable of the rich man and Lazarus and other Scripture, he describes hell through five biblical images: a prison with chains, a bottomless pit, a place of eternal fire, complete darkness, and most frighteningly, where God is forever present pouring out His wrath. The message concludes with an urgent gospel appeal.

Hell Explained: In this one week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the often difficult and uncomfortable doctrine of Hell. This s...

In this message, Dr. John addresses how a loving God can send people to hell. Using Scripture, he explains that God rightfully acts for His own glory since His infinite worth surpasses all creation. Sin against an infinitely glorious God constitutes an infinite crime deserving infinite punishment. The real question isn't "How can God allow hell?" but "How can God allow heaven?" - marveling at His grace toward undeserving sinners.

Hell Explained: In this one week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the often difficult and uncomfortable doctrine of Hell. This study will discuss the biblical description of hell, h...

Dr. John opens a challenging series on the doctrine of hell, explaining why this difficult biblical topic has largely disappeared from modern churches. He outlines five reasons why Christians today need to hear what Scripture teaches about eternal punishment, including the reality that an entire generation has never been taught this doctrine. This introductory message prepares listeners for a sobering examination of one of Christianity's most difficult teachings.

Hell Explained: In this one week series, Dr. Neufeld unpacks the often difficult and uncomfortable doctrine of Hell. This study will discuss the biblical description of hell, how we...

What's the difference between teaching and discipling? Dr. John Neufeld explores life-changing relationships through 1 Corinthians 4:14-21, showing how disciplers give wisdom and skill, not just knowledge. He outlines five marks of transformational leadership: warning without shaming, loving unconditionally, reproducing spiritual children, modeling Christ's life, and empowering others to lead.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan World looks at the many issues that confronted the church in Corinth; Problems that s...

Are you spiritually rich or spiritually poor without realizing it? Dr. John exposes the Corinthian church's dangerous self-deception through 1 Corinthians 4:8-13, where Paul reveals their spiritual poverty disguised as wealth. He outlines four keys to true spiritual wealth: depending on Christ, embracing suffering for His sake, working hard in discipleship, and responding to criticism like Jesus did—with blessing instead of retaliation.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan World loo...

What is the most toxic thing that can destroy spiritual growth and divide the church? Dr. John tackles the dangerous issue of spiritual pride through 1 Corinthians 4:6-7, revealing how pride believes it knows God's mind apart from Scripture and forgets our need for His grace. He warns that everything we have—our abilities, intelligence, and accomplishments—are gifts from God, not reasons for boasting.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan...

How should we evaluate our pastors and church leaders in a godly way? Dr. John addresses the critical issue of unfair criticism toward Christian leaders through 1 Corinthians 4:1-5, where Paul faces harsh judgment from the Corinthian church. He explains that we should view leaders as servants of Christ and stewards of God's mysteries, evaluating them solely on their faithfulness to proclaim Scripture rather than on personal preferences or hidden motives we cannot truly know.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 C...

In a culture that calls God's wisdom foolishness, how do believers stand firm in biblical truth? Dr. John explores 1 Corinthians 3:18-23, examining Paul's call to the divided Corinthian church to embrace divine wisdom over worldly thinking. He challenges Christians to accept being labeled "fools" by the world while encouraging believers with Paul's reminder that they possess all things because they belong to Christ.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan W...

What kind of builder are you in God's eternal church? Dr. John Neufeld explores the sobering reality that while the church will stand forever, our individual work will face divine inspection. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 3:12–17, he contrasts lasting materials—gold, silver, and precious stones—with wood, hay, and straw that will burn in the fire. Some will receive eternal rewards, while others will be saved but see their life's work go up in smoke.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Coverin...

Every building you see will one day crumble and disappear—except one. Dr. John Neufeld reveals the eternal significance of the church as God's imperishable temple made of living stones. Using 1 Corinthians 3:10-15, he explains how Paul laid the foundation of Jesus Christ and His cross once and for all, and now every believer has the sacred assignment to build upon it.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan World loo...

Why do churches fight over their favourite pastors and teachers? Dr. John Neufeld shares a powerful story about friendship and honesty to address how the Corinthians created unhealthy divisions around their leaders. Using 1 Corinthians 3:5-9, he shows that spiritual immaturity often appears in how we treat church leadership. Mature believers understand that pastors are simply God's servants doing what He assigned them, that God alone brings real growth, and that we benefit from their faithful work together.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on t...

Are you stuck in spiritual infancy? Dr. John Neufeld confronts the uncomfortable reality that some Christians never grow up, creating division and dysfunction in the church through their immaturity. Using 1 Corinthians 3:1-4, he identifies three marks of spiritual immaturity: being ruled by fleshly patterns, failing to master basic Christian truths, and inability to apply God's Word to daily living.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan World looks at the m...

In our culture's pursuit of spirituality, we often confuse profound human experiences with biblical spirituality. Dr. John Neufeld uses 1 Corinthians 2:14-16 to reveal the crucial difference between "natural" and "spiritual" people. While natural people reject God's wisdom as foolishness due to their earthly perspective, spiritual people discern eternal value in all things, remain unswayed by human opinion, and possess the mind of Christ—marked by humility, servanthood, and obedience.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Pow...

The smartest people in history made the worst mistake imaginable. Dr. John Neufeld explores 1 Corinthians 2:6-13, where Paul contrasts human wisdom with God's secret wisdom revealed through the cross. Even the brightest rulers missed God's truth entirely—they crucified the very Son of God. This episode reveals how God's wisdom can only be understood through the Holy Spirit, not human intellect.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan World looks at...

Why would a leader boast about his weaknesses? Dr. John Neufeld explores Paul's surprising defense of his ministry in 1 Corinthians 2:1-5. When the Corinthian church criticized Paul as an unimpressive speaker who failed to reach society's elite, Paul responded by embracing his inadequacies. He refused flashy rhetoric, focusing solely on the cross of Christ, and admitted to fear and trembling—because God's power works best through human weakness.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of...

What makes a great church? Dr. Neufeld examines the Corinthian church to discover that effective churches aren't built on impressive credentials or programs. Instead, God chooses the "foolish," weak, and lowly to showcase His power. Using Paul's teaching in 1 Corinthians, he shows that great churches are made of people who boast only in the Lord, carrying the message of the cross that provides wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power o...

Why does Paul call the cross "the foolishness of God" when God is perfectly wise? Dr. Neufeld explores how the cross appears foolish to human wisdom but represents God's power to save. He identifies four fatal reasons people reject the cross: trusting human judgment over God's, following what's trendy rather than eternal truth, pursuing dead-end philosophies, and ignoring God's revelation.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of Christ in a Pagan World looks at t...

Why would early Christians choose the cross as their symbol when it represented death, shame, and defeat? Dr. Neufeld explores how the cross was considered foolish and offensive in the ancient world - yet became the central message of Christianity. Using Paul's teaching in 1 Corinthians, he examines why the gospel message remains scandalous today: it strips away human pride, declaring that we contribute nothing to our salvation.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians. Covering chapters 1-4, The Power of C...

Why do churches split over leaders and styles rather than core biblical truths? Dr. Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 1:11-17, where Paul addresses four factions in the Corinthian church—those following Paul, Apollos, Peter, or claiming to follow Christ alone. Through Paul's pointed questions about baptism and the cross, Dr. Neufeld reveals that confidence in human skills was dividing Corinth, when their unity should have been centered on the power of the cross, not the style of their leaders.

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In a world filled with quarrels and divisions, wouldn't it be refreshing to find a place of genuine community and love? Dr. Neufeld examines 1 Corinthians 1:10, where Paul makes his passionate appeal for church unity. He breaks down Paul's four-part charge: submitting to Christ's authority, speaking with biblical vocabulary, ending divisive schisms, and being united in mind and judgment. This message challenges believers to embrace Christ's vision for His church—a community marked by genuine love for one another.

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It's easy to focus on everything wrong with the church, but Paul chose a different approach when writing to the struggling Corinthians. In this episode, Dr. John Neufeld explores Paul's strategy of beginning with what's right about the church—emphasizing that believers are recipients of grace, enriched by Christ in speech and knowledge, and secured with an eternal destiny. This timeless reminder challenges us to see the church through Christ's eyes rather than through our disappointments.

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Churches today, like the Corinthian church, often struggle with the tension between engaging their culture and being transformed by it. In this compelling episode, Dr. John Neufeld takes listeners into Paul's letter to the Corinthians, a church that had gradually adopted the pagan culture around them rather than following Christ's way of life. The timeless message challenges today's church to distinguish itself from contemporary culture while remaining engaged with the world around us.

The Power of Christ in a Pagan World: Join Dr. John Neufeld for this 20-message series as he focuses on the book of 1 Corinthians...

What do ancient Corinth and modern Canada have in common? More than you might think. In this opening message of a 4-week series on 1 Corinthians, Dr. John Neufeld explores the parallels between Paul's ministry in pagan Corinth and the challenges facing Canadian Christians today. As Dr. Neufeld unpacks the historical context of this busy Roman city, he shows how the Corinthian church's struggle to maintain Christian identity in a secular world speaks to believers navigating similar pressures in contemporary Canada.

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Throughout history, kings have wielded absolute power, but God's design for Israel's monarchy was radically different. Dr. John examines Deuteronomy 17:14-20 and God's requirements for Israel's kings - they must be chosen by God and not acquire many horses or wives. Most importantly, kings must write out and study God's law daily to remain under God's authority rather than ruling however they please, with Solomon's failures serving as a warning.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, c...

The health of any nation depends on its leadership and how laws are created and maintained. Dr. John examines Deuteronomy 17:8-13 and God's design for justice in ancient Israel, tracing how Moses established a multi-tiered court system following advice from Jethro, and connecting these principles to New Testament teaching about authority, submission, and the church's role in handling disputes among believers.

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Real justice starts with knowing right from wrong. In this message, Dr. John looks at God's laws for Israel in Deuteronomy 16-17, showing why God demanded exclusive worship from His chosen people. He explains why mixing other beliefs with faith in God is dangerous, why we should give God our best, and how honoring God is the foundation for a just society.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how w...

We were created to celebrate, be joyful, and remember God's grace. In this episode, Dr. John examines the Feast of Weeks (Pentecost) and the Feast of Booths from Deuteronomy 16:9-20. He shows how these celebrations of harvest and wilderness wanderings find their fulfillment in the New Testament through the Spirit's outpouring and God's gathering of souls from all nations.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how we live. The b...

A culture without grand moments of celebration will eventually cease to exist. In this episode, Dr. John explores the celebration of Passover from Deuteronomy 16:1-8, showing how this foundational festival commemorated Israel's deliverance from Egyptian slavery through the blood of the lamb. He draws powerful parallels between the ancient Passover and Christ as our ultimate Passover sacrifice, demonstrating how this historic feast finds its fulfillment at the cross and communion table.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our d...

How does faith show up in the way we treat those who work for us? In this episode, Dr. John looks at Deuteronomy 15:12-23 and God's laws about Hebrew servants, showing how ancient Israel's approach was meant to help people rather than hurt them. He explores how employers and employees can respect each other, the importance of fair pay, and how our treatment of others shows whether we truly trust God to provide for us.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the s...

What would a society look like if no one lived in perpetual debt or poverty? In this episode, Dr. John explores Deuteronomy 15:1-11 and God's revolutionary Sabbatical year law that required the release of debts every seven years in ancient Israel. He discusses how this divine system was designed to prevent perpetual poverty while challenging listeners to consider how biblical principles of generosity and debt forgiveness can shape our approach to those in need today.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the s...

Money — we can't live without it, yet many bristle when the church talks about it. Dr. John examines Moses' teachings on tithing and discovers that God's financial principles aren't about taking from us, but teaching us to fear and trust Him. From joyful celebrations of God's provision to caring for the poor, Dr. John explores how proportional, systematic giving remains a biblical pattern that shapes our hearts and demonstrates our faith.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our deb...

In a world where Christians often look indistinguishable from their neighbors, what does it mean to be truly set apart for God? Dr. John examines how God called ancient Israel to be distinctly different through funeral practices and dietary laws. While we're not bound by these Old Testament civic laws, the principle remains: we're called to reach the nations without becoming like them, maintaining our distinct identity as God's holy people.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our d...

What happens when those closest to us lead us away from God? Dr. John examines Deuteronomy 13:6-18, exploring the difficult truth that our love for God must surpass even our deepest family bonds and national loyalties. He explains how Moses warned Israel about idolatry spreading through intimate relationships and entire communities, demanding unwavering faithfulness to God above all else.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how we live. The b...

When culture demands compromise and voices claim to speak for God, how do we know who to trust? In this episode, Dr. John explores Deuteronomy 12:29-13:5, warning against the church's temptation to adopt cultural trends over biblical truth. He explains how to identify false prophets by testing their teachings against Scripture, concluding that Scripture alone speaks for God.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how we live. The book o...

In our culture of food allergies, specialized diets, and endless nutritional concerns, it's easy to forget that every meal is meant to be an act of worship. Dr. John examines Deuteronomy 12 and 1 Corinthians 10:31 to show how Israel's transition from wilderness manna to abundant dining teaches us about God's provision, sacrifice, and gratitude. A practical message about finding the sacred in our everyday meals and blessing our families through how we eat.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our d...

Everyone worships something, but can we worship God however we want? Dr. John examines God's specific instructions to Israel about where and how to worship, emphasizing that God—not us—chooses the terms of worship. A challenging message about submitting our preferences to God's design and the importance of corporate worship over individualistic spirituality.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how we live. The book of Deuteronomy is a secon...

Why do we hold on to things that pull us away from God? In today’s episode, Dr. John explores Israel’s refusal to destroy the high places of idol worship—and how that compromise led to spiritual ruin. He challenges us to examine the hidden high places in our own lives that compete for our hearts, reminding us that God calls for complete devotion. True worship requires nothing less.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaig...

In today’s message, Dr. John explores how Deuteronomy 12–17 reveals the connection between God’s moral law and Israel’s civic life. He explains why these laws mattered for a unique nation under God, and how they continue to challenge Christians today to live out their faith—not just believe it. True faith, after all, demands action.

Living the Moral Life: A Practical Application for Every Generation: Morality cannot be reduced to a bumper sticker. Neither is it the sum total of our debates, campaigns or banners. Morality is presented by how we live. The book of Deuteronomy...