Day by Day from Lifeword
Turning Back to God: The Power of Repentance and Restoration
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that sin leads us away from God and our intended purpose, but through repentance and Christ's redemption, we can be restored to glorify Him. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God’s Pursuit: Why We Don’t Seek Him, but He Seeks Us
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that, according to scripture, humans do not naturally seek God due to sin, and salvation is only possible because God takes the initiative to pursue us, prompting humility, worship, and prayer for missionaries and those hearing the gospel. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Righteousness: Received by Faith, Not Earned
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that true righteousness cannot be achieved through our own efforts but is given through faith in Christ, urging listeners to trust in Him rather than in self-righteousness. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Understanding Our Need: The Doctrine of Total Depravity and the Beginning of Grace
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that understanding the depth of our sin, as described in Romans 3 and the doctrine of total depravity is essential in order to truly grasp and embrace the greatness of God's grace. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God’s Hidden Providence and Reversal in the Book of Esther
On the episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif introduces the Book of Esther by highlighting its central theme of God's hidden providence, noting the importance of observing divine sovereignty through coincidence and reversal, and encouraging listeners to trace these elements throughout the narrative for deeper understanding. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Rejecting Twisted Reasoning: Why Ends Don’t Justify Evil Means
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif xplains that some arguments, like the idea that doing evil can lead to good, should not be debated but rejected outright because God cares about both our actions and motives, urging listeners to seek righteousness and pray for others. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Standing Firm: Submitting to God's Truth Over Culture
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif mphasizes that God's truth is unchanging and calls listeners to align their lives with scripture, encouraging prayer for strength to uphold this truth and for specific missionary efforts in Asia and Tanzania. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Understanding God’s Justice and Our Need for Grace
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif mphasizes that God's judgment is perfectly just, and true understanding of grace comes only when we recognize our own shortcomings and trust in Christ for justification. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God’s Glory and Our Responsibility: Pursuing Holiness Over Excuses
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that while God's glory is revealed through both salvation and judgment, our obedience and pursuit of holiness truly reflect His character and are never made irrelevant by the possibility of God bringing good out of evil. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Overview and Key Themes of the Book of Nehemiah
On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif provides an overview of the Book of Nehemiah, emphasizing God's faithfulness in restoring His people through rebuilding, reform, and covenant renewal centered on His word, and offers tips for reading this historical narrative. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
The Deceptive Rationalization of Sin and the Unchanging Standard of God
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif xplains that while humans often rationalize their sin, God does not justify or excuse it, and true repentance requires acknowledging sin as God defines it rather than defending it. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God’s Faithfulness in the Face of Our Unfaithfulness
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that while human unfaithfulness cannot cancel God's faithfulness, it reveals the true state of our hearts and calls us to align our lives with God's unchanging truth as found in Scripture. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Spiritual Advantage: The Danger of Exposure Without Faith
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that having access to spiritual truth and scripture does not guarantee genuine faith, urging listeners to respond with trusting obedience rather than relying on mere exposure to God's word. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
The Weight of Truth and the Glory of Grace in Romans 1–3
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that the sobering truths of Romans chapters 1 and 2 reveal humanity’s desperate need for salvation, preparing us to receive God’s justifying grace through faith in Christ. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Restoration After Exile: Exploring the Main Theme of Ezra
On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif xplains that the book of Ezra focuses on the Israelites' return from exile and the restoration of temple worship, highlighting that spiritual renewal must come before societal strength. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Praying for New Church Planters and Missionaries
On this episode of Day by Day, Dr. Clif emphasizes the excitement and importance of sending out new church planters and missionaries nationally and globally, urging prayer for their preparation, language learning, and ministry as central to the BMA's mission. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Praying for Pastors and Churches After the National Meeting
On this episode of Day by Day, Dr. Clif encourages listeners to pray for pastors, churches, and all ministry leaders as they return from the Baptist Missionary Association national meeting, emphasizing the collective effort involved in church discipleship. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
BMA National Meeting Highlights and Annual Message by Ashraf Sara
On this episode of Day by Day, Dr. Clif shares that Ashraf Sara is delivering the annual message at the Baptist Missionary Association national meeting in Conway, Arkansas, and listeners are encouraged to pray for him as he shares God's Word. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Praying for Unity and Guidance at the BMA Annual Meeting
On this episode of Day by Day, Dr. Clif highlights the annual Baptist Missionary Association meeting and encourages listeners to pray for his presidential message and for the pastors in attendance. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Restoration and Hope: Understanding First and Second Chronicles
On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif explains that First and Second Chronicles retell Israel’s history with a focus on temple worship, the Davidic covenant, and covenant renewal after exile, encouraging readers to notice the selective interpretation for restoration and hope. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Building a Godly Culture Through Cherished Scripture
God’s Faithfulness in Difficult Times
On this episode of Day by Day, journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that even in difficult times, God remains faithful, encourages strengthening faith during hardship, and invites prayers for Oscar Guyton’s family in Nicaragua and the Kamba Lifeword broadcast in Kenya. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Resting in God's Faithfulness: Trust Beyond Performance
On this episode of Day by Day, journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that God's promises depend on His faithfulness, not our performance, encouraging listeners to trust God fully and to pray for both Dennis Lopez's work in Honduras and the JITA Lifeword broadcast in Tanzania. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God’s Promises Persist: Trusting in the Power of God’s Word
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that God's promises and truth remain steadfast regardless of human rejection, encouraging listeners to trust in God's word and pray for change makers in El Salvador and Tanzania. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Overview and Key Themes of First and Second Kings
On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif provides an overview of First and Second Kings, emphasizing the central themes of the kingdom's division, decline, and exile due to covenant unfaithfulness, and offers tips for reading these historical narratives. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God's Faithfulness: Justice and Mercy Revealed
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that God's faithfulness is demonstrated through both His justice in judging sin and His mercy in salvation, emphasizing that judgment is a necessary proof of His holy character. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
God’s Faithfulness Amid Human Unfaithfulness
On this episode of Day by Day our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif shares that despite human unfaithfulness, God's faithfulness and promises remain unwavering, offering hope and encouragement rooted in His steadfastness. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Entrusted With Responsibility: Stewarding God's Word
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that being entrusted with God’s word is a precious responsibility, not a status symbol, and calls listeners to faithfully steward it and pray for those spreading the message in Nepal and Tanzania. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
The Privilege of Spiritual Exposure: The True Benefit of a Godly Culture
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that while being raised in a godly culture and having access to God's Word is a great spiritual privilege, it does not guarantee salvation but provides exposure to God's self-revelation. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Understanding the Rise of the Monarchy in First and Second Samuel
On this episode of Day by Day, Reading Through the Bible, Dr. Clif  emphasizes that reading First and Second Samuel should focus on the rise of the monarchy, the Davidic covenant, and understanding David as a foreshadowing of Christ, grounded in obedience to God's word and covenant. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Building for Applause or for God: The True Measure of Church Success
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that true success for churches and individuals comes not from outward achievements or human praise, but from seeking inward transformation and God's approval. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Obedience That Flows from Faith: Understanding True Righteousness in Romans
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif episode explores how true obedience to God comes not from legalistic rule-following but from a heart transformed by faith and empowered by the Spirit, as illustrated through Paul's teachings in Romans. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
The Transforming Power of the Spirit Versus the Limits of the Law
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that while the law reveals our need for transformation, only the Holy Spirit can truly change our hearts from the inside out. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Weighed by God: Why Moral Comparison Isn’t Enough
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that comparing ourselves to others or relying on our own good deeds cannot earn us acceptance before God, as true righteousness requires perfection, which can only be found by trusting in Christ's perfect righteousness rather than our own efforts. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
The Rise, Fall, and Hope of God’s Kingdom: An Introduction to 1 & 2 Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles
On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif encourages listeners to stick with their Bible reading plans and explains how the books from 1 and 2 Samuel through Ezra reveal the need for redemption that ultimately comes through Jesus Christ. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Living for God's Approval: The True Mark of Belonging
On this episode of Day of Day, our journey through Romans, emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval through inward transformation rather than living for the praise and validation of people. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
True Religion: A Heart Transformed by the Spirit
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explores how true belonging to God isn't based on outward rituals or heritage, but on an inward transformation of the heart by the Holy Spirit. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Beyond Symbols: True Obedience and Inward Surrender
On this episode of Day by Day our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif emphasizes that outward religious symbols are meaningless without genuine inward surrender and obedience to God, urging listeners to prioritize authentic faith over rituals. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Signs vs. Substance: Paul's Warning in Romans 2
On this episode of Day by Day, our journey through Romans, Dr. Clif explains that outward religious signs like circumcision, baptism, or church membership are meaningless without true inward faith and transformation. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
Discovering Providence and Redemption in the Book of Ruth
On this episode of Day by Day, reading through the Bible, Dr. Clif offers an overview of the book of Ruth, emphasizing God's providential kindness in everyday life, the significance of its narrative during the chaotic time of the judges, and its role in building a messianic bridge to King David. "Interested in becoming a devoted follower of Christ?" Go to follow.lifeword.org
