Secret Church

21.9 – Four Biblical Guarantees Jun 13, 2021

In this final episode, David Platt points us to four biblical guarantees as we seek to respond rightly to the Great Imbalance. We can be assured of God’s power and the effectiveness of the gospel. The church will accomplish its mission and a great multitude from every nation, tribe, tongue, and language will praise God for his salvation.

Visit Stratus (stratus.earth) to learn more about the world’s most urgent spiritual and physical needs as well as many of the barriers that prevent the spread of the gospel.

21.8 – Three Practical Steps Jun 13, 2021

In this episode we consider three practical steps to respond rightly to the Great Imbalance: we must pray differently, give differently, and go differently.

21.7 – One Final Charge and Two Spiritual Reminders Jun 13, 2021

Based on the realities we’ve seen thus far, David Platt closes with one final charge, two spiritual reminders, three practical steps, and four biblical guarantees. In this episode, we consider one final charge about what being a disciple of Jesus should involve, as well as two reminders about the spiritual war we’re engaged in.

21.6 – A God-Centered Perspective of Our Lives (Part 2) Jun 13, 2021

Following the four changes mentioned in the previous episode, the final five changes needed to rectify the Great Imbalance are explained in this episode.

21.5 – A God-Centered Perspective of Our Lives (Part 1) Jun 13, 2021

In addition to a God’s-eye view of the world, rectifying the Great Imbalance requires a God-centered perspective of our lives. This requires changing the way we view our lives and the mission Christ has given us. The first four of nine changes are addressed in this episode.

21.4 – A God’s-Eye View of the World Jun 13, 2021

In order to rectify the Great Imbalance, we must see the world as God sees it. This involves seeing the needs among the nations, seeing the barriers to reaching the nations, and considering wise ways to meet needs and overcome barriers through faith in God.

21.3 – Three Problems, Two Conclusions, and One Prayer Jun 13, 2021

God’s desire is for people from all nations to enjoy and exalt him, yet our current missions efforts are largely ignoring the over 3 billion people who are still considered unreached. In this episode we are introduced to this Great Imbalance, as we consider three problems, two conclusions, and one prayer.

21.2 – Four Truths (Part 2) Jun 13, 2021

David Platt continues unpacking four truths to help us see that the ultimate purpose of Christians and churches should align with God’s ultimate purpose. The Great Commission is God’s appointed means of bringing all nations to enjoy and exalt him in all his glory.

21.1 – Introduction and Four Truths (Part 1) Jun 13, 2021

In this first episode, David Platt introduces this year’s topic and asks us to consider whether we are missing the point of the Great Commission. He then begins identifying four truths to help us understand how our ultimate purpose in the world should align with God’s. The ultimate purpose of God is to bring people from all nations to enjoy and exalt him in all of his glory.

During this Secret Church, Radical unveiled a free online tool called Stratus (stratus.earth) that helps Christians and churches see and respond wisely to the world’s most urgent spiritual and physical needs.

A Personal Invitation to Secret Church 21 Mar 04, 2021

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20.6 – Practical Takeaways Oct 01, 2020

Having examined God's Word and the truths of the gospel to better understand how we are to think about government, we can apply those truths to our everyday lives in interaction with our various governments and government leaders throughout the world.

20.5 – Gospel Conclusions Oct 01, 2020

The gospel affects everything in our lives and in the world, including how we approach government. After reflecting on the gospel and after surveying what the Bible says about God and government, we then filter those truths through the gospel to better understand how we are to respond.

20.4 – Biblical Truths: New Testament Oct 01, 2020

What biblical truths can we learn from the New Testament—the Gospels, Acts, and the Letters—about Jesus and government and about how followers of Jesus should view, respond to, and participate in government in light of who He is, all He has done, and all He is going to do?

20.3 – Biblical Truths: Old Testament Oct 01, 2020

What does the Bible say about government and about how both God and humans relate to government? There are truths to be learned throughout the Old Testament: Law, History, Wisdom, and Prophets.

20.2 – Gospel Foundations Oct 01, 2020

The gospel is not simply one aspect of what Christians believe. The gospel is the lens through which we see everything else. Therefore, we must understand the gospel before we can understand what God's Word says about government and how those truths affect us.

20.1 – Introduction Oct 01, 2020

When approaching the topic of "God, Government, and the Gospel," we are inundated with questions and issues to consider. But ultimately, we must seek to hear clearly what God has said in His Word about government; distinguish carefully between God's Word and our wisdom; unite joyfully around God's Word in the church as we work charitably according to our wisdom in the world; live justly, love kindness, and walk humbly with God in our nation; and live zealously for the spread of God's love and the glory of God's name among all nations.

19.9 – Letters from Others Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the non-Pauline letters on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.8 – Letters from Paul Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the Letters of Paul on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.7 – Acts Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the book of Acts on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.6 – The Gospels Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the Gospels on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.5 – The Prophets Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the Prophets on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.4 – Wisdom Literature Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the Old Testament's Wisdom Literature on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.3 – The Historical Books Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the Historical Books on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.2 – The Pentateuch Apr 21, 2020

This episode looks at various texts from the Pentateuch on prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God.

19.1 – Introduction Apr 21, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt defines prayer, fasting, and the pursuit of God

18.9 – Conclusion Apr 20, 2020

David Platt concludes in this final episode by offering three exhortations.

18.8 – Theological Liberalism Apr 20, 2020

This episode explains what Theological Liberalism is, what beliefs characterize it, and how we should respond to it.

18.7 – The Prosperity Gospel Apr 20, 2020

This episode explains what the Prosperity Gospel is, what it teaches, why it's so dangerous, and how we should respond to it.

18.6 – Catholicism Apr 20, 2020

This episode explains who Catholics are, what they believe, and how we can share the gospel with them.

18.5 – Jehovah's Witnesses Apr 20, 2020

This episode explains who Jehovah's Witnesses are, what they believe, and how we can share the gospel with them.

18.4 – Mormonism Apr 20, 2020

This episode explains who Mormons are, what they believe, and how we can share the gospel with them.

18.3 – Identifying Cults and Counterfeit Gospels Apr 20, 2020

Here we survey some heresies from church history and identify what constitutes a cult or a counterfeit gospel.

18.2 – The One True God and The One True Gospel Apr 20, 2020

In order to identify cults and counterfeit gospels, we must make sure we can identify the one true God and the one true gospel.

18.1 – Introduction Apr 20, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt identifies some common myths surrounding cults and counterfeit gospels. He then identifies three clear purposes for addressing these false beliefs.

17.8 – Critical Conclusions Apr 19, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt draws five critical conclusions and offers some final exhortations.

17.7 – Is the Bible Good? Apr 19, 2020

The goodness of the Bible is directly related to God's own goodness. This reality has implications for our studying, preaching, praying, etc.

17.6 – Is the Bible Sufficient? Apr 19, 2020

This episode addresses Scripture's sufficiency for our salvation, our sanctification, and our satisfaction.

17.5 – Is the Bible Clear? Apr 19, 2020

The clarity of Scripture, including its overarching, unified story, is explored in this episode.

17.4 – Is the Bible True? Apr 19, 2020

Three foundations of the Bible's truthfulness are explored in this episode, along with one important implication.

17.3 – Is the Bible Divine? (Part 2) Apr 19, 2020

This episode continues the discussion of the divine origin and authority of Scripture.

17.2 – Is the Bible Divine? (Part 1) Apr 19, 2020

This episode addresses the divine origin and authority of Scripture.

17.1 – Introduction Apr 19, 2020

In this introductory episode, David Platt highlights recent trends in terms of how the Bible is viewed in our culture as well as the frequency with which people read it.

16.9 – Conclusions Apr 18, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt draws three general conclusions and offers three exhortations in light of everything covered in Secret Church 16.

16.8 – Atheism Apr 18, 2020

This episode explains who atheists are, what they believe, and how to share the gospel with them.

16.7 – Islam Apr 18, 2020

This episode explains who Muslims are, what they believe, and how to share the gospel with them.

16.6 – Buddhism Apr 18, 2020

This episode explains who Buddhists are, what they believe, and how to share the gospel with them.

16.5 – Hinduism Apr 18, 2020

This episode explains who Hindus are, what they believe, and how to share the gospel with them.

16.4 – Animism Apr 18, 2020

This episode explains who animists are, what they believe, and how to share the gospel with them.

16.3 – Evangelism and Conversion Apr 18, 2020

Evangelism and conversion are defined biblically in order to set the stage for upcoming episodes about engaging other world religions.

16.2 – The Gospel Apr 18, 2020

The gospel is explained with respect to God's character, the offense of sin, the sufficiency of Christ, the required personal response, its eternal urgency, and the life transformation it produces.

16.1 – Introduction Apr 18, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt introduces us to the world's religious current religious makeup as well as future projections.

15.10 – The Greatest Injustice: The Unreached Apr 08, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt highlights the greatest injustice of all––the fact that there are thousands of unreached people groups who have little or no access to the gospel. We have the responsibility and privilege to proclaim Christ to peoples and places that have never heard.

15.9 – Religious Liberty and Persecution Apr 08, 2020

Here we consider religious liberty and the purpose of government. We'll also look at the way we should respond when we face persecution for our faith.

15.8 – Ethnicity and Immigration Apr 08, 2020

Our view of ethnicity and immigration must be shaped by God's design in creation and by the gospel. Loving our neighbor includes caring for all who are created in God's image.

15.7 – Sexuality Apr 08, 2020

In light of our culture's rejection of God's design for marriage and sex, followers of Christ must know and embrace Scripture's teaching on sexuality. Issues addressed include divorce, pornograpy, same-sex attraction, etc.

15.6 – Slavery Apr 08, 2020

Christians must think carefully and respond appropriately to the injustice of slavery and human trafficking.

15.5 – Poverty Apr 08, 2020

God's concern for the poor and oppressed should be reflected in the church's concern to care for the most vulnerable among us. Relevant to this concern is a biblical view of wealth and prosperity.

15.4 – Orphans and Widows Apr 08, 2020

God's concern for orphans and widows should be manifest in the lives of His people.

15.3 – Abortion Apr 08, 2020

We consider the issue of abortion in terms of what it says about God and His creation. We'll also consider the church's response to this massively important issue.

15.2 – The Gospel of Christ Apr 08, 2020

This episode covers the basics of the gospel: who God is, who we are, why Jesus is unique, what we must do, and what is at stake.

15.1 – The Culture and the Call of Christ Apr 08, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt points to a variety of pressing cultural issues as well as Christ's call submit to His Word and His lordship in the midst of opposition.

14.10 – The Cross and Resting Apr 07, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt applies the truth of the gospel to the way we view both temporal and eternal rest.

14.9 – The Cross and Social Media Apr 07, 2020

The cross should inform how we approach entertainment and all forms of social media.

14.8 – The Cross and Playing Apr 07, 2020

The cross our hobbies, sports, and all other recreation activities.

14.7 – The Cross and Waking & The Cross and Working Apr 07, 2020

Here we consider the relationship of the gospel to knowing God's will and to glorifying God in our work.

14.6 – Living Every Day to Love Your Neighbor as Yourself, Part 2 Apr 07, 2020

Loving your neighbor also includes a Christian's daily approach to non-Christians.

14.5 – Living Every Day to Love Your Neighbor as Yourself, Part 1 Apr 07, 2020

Loving your neighbor includes the relationship between a husband and a wife, a parent's relationship to children, a single's approach to others, and a Christian's daily approach to other Christians.

14.4 – Living Every Day to Love God with All Your Mind and Strength Apr 07, 2020

We consider what it means to love God through Scripture intake, through truth in God's world, through caring for your body, and through controlling your body.

14.3 – Living Every Day to Love God with All Your Heart and Soul Apr 07, 2020

We consider what it means to love God through daily prayer.

14.2 – How the Death of Christ Changed Everything Apr 07, 2020

Christ's death changed everything in history, and it changes everything about our lives today.

14.1 – The Purpose and Problem in our Everyday Lives Apr 07, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt identifies seven critical conclusions from the book of Revelation based on the truths covered in this study.

13.10 – Seven Critical Conclusions from Revelation Apr 06, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt identifies seven critical conclusions from the book of Revelation based on the truths covered in this study.

13.9 – Three Controversial Questions in Revelation Apr 06, 2020

This episode addresses three controversial questions about the book of Revelation: (1) What does this book mean and why do we have it? (2) What is the millennium and when will it happen? (3) What is the tribulation and who will experience it?

13.8 – The Hope of Heaven Apr 06, 2020

The picture of heaven painted in Scripture provides Christians with a glorious future hope.

13.7 – The Horror of Hell Apr 06, 2020

The topic of hell is not popular, but Scripture has much to say on this sobering topic.

13.6 – The Final Judgment Apr 06, 2020

A look at Scripture's teaching on God's final judgment and how this affects the way we respond now.

13.5 – The Resurrection of the Dead Apr 06, 2020

We consider Christ's resurrection and how it relates to the resurrection of His people. Both believers and unbelievers will be resurrected for the day of final judgment.

13.4 – The Return of Christ Apr 06, 2020

Christ's Second Coming is the focus of this episode. We'll consider what we know, what we don't know, and what we're to do as we await Christ's return.

13.3 – The Intermediate State Apr 06, 2020

This episode addresses Scripture's teaching about the condition of people between their bodily death and their bodily resurrection.

13.2 – The Fragility of Life and the Finality of Death Apr 06, 2020

We consider Scripture's teaching about how finite and fragile our lives are as well as the finality of death.

13.1 – Introduction Apr 06, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt introduces us to the topic of "Heaven, Hell, and the End of the World." As those who are tempted to focus on the temporal, we're reminded of the priority of eternal truths.

12.8 – Critical Conclusions Apr 03, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt draws some critical conclusions related to suffering based on the seventy-five key texts covered in this study.

12.7 – Acts & Letters and Suffering Apr 03, 2020

Key texts on suffering are identified in the book of Acts and throughout the remaining books of the New Testament.

12.6 – The Gospels and Suffering Apr 03, 2020

The theme of suffering is traced throughout the four Gospels (Matthew–John).

12.5 – The Prophets and Suffering Apr 03, 2020

In this episode David Platt looks at the theme of suffering throughout the Major and Minor Prophets (Isaiah–Malachi).

12.4 – Psalms & Wisdom Literature and Suffering Apr 03, 2020

The theme of suffering continues to be traced through Psalms and the Wisdom Literature (Psalms–Ecclesiastes).

12.3 – The Historical Books and Suffering Apr 03, 2020

The theme of suffering is traced through the Historical Books (Joshua–Esther).

12.2 – The Pentateuch and Suffering Apr 03, 2020

The theme of suffering is traced through the first five books of the Bible (Genesis–Deuteronomy).

12.1 – Introduction Apr 03, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt introduces us to the topic of suffering––suffering in the world around us and suffering as it is addressed in God's Word.

11.10 – Sexual Satisfaction in Marriage Mar 24, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt discusses sexual satisfaction in marriage as a good gift of God to be enjoyed according to God's design.

11.9 – Polygamy and Pornography Mar 24, 2020

The isssues of polygamy and pornography are considered in light of Scripture.

11.8 – Abortion Mar 24, 2020

Abortion offends God, as kills those created in His image. Gratefully, His grace is sufficient for all who repent and trust in Jesus.

11.7 – Homosexuality Mar 24, 2020

Our view of homosexuality must be shaped by Scripture, not by culture.

11.6 – Widows and Divorce Mar 24, 2020

In this episode we consider how the gospel compels us to care for widows and how it should shape our approach to divorce.

11.5 – Singleness Mar 24, 2020

The gospel should shape the way we think about singleness and how it is to be used for God's glory.

11.4 – Parenting and the Orphan Mar 24, 2020

In this episode we consider how the gospel informs our parenting and our care for orphans.

11.3 – Sexuality and Marriage Mar 24, 2020

A biblical view of sexuality and marriage are important in understanding God's design for us in creation and in redemption.

11.2 – Gospel Foundations Mar 24, 2020

Here we consider the essential truths of the gospel as a foundation for approaching the issues of family, marriage, and sex.

11.1 – Introduction Mar 24, 2020

In this first episode, David Platt points to the importance of having a biblical view of family, marriage, and sex, particularly in light of the ways these truths are distorted in our culture.

10.10 – Global Mission Mar 23, 2020

In this final episode, David Platt shows us how crucifixion and salvation relate to global mission and the glory of God.

10.9 – Election Mar 23, 2020

The doctrine of election teaches us that salvation is all of God's grace.

10.8 – Preservation, Perseverance, and Glorification Mar 23, 2020

Consider how God continues and completes His saving work in us: preservation, perseverance, and glorification.

10.7 – Sanctification Mar 23, 2020

In sanctification, God transforms us into the image of Christ.

10.6 – Adoption and Union with Christ Mar 23, 2020

God's people have unspeakably great privileges through adoption and union with Christ.

10.5 – Justification Mar 23, 2020

In justification, God declares us righteous through faith in Jesus.

10.4 – Conversion Mar 23, 2020

In conversion, we respond with repentance and faith by God's enabling.

10.3 – Depravity and Regeneration Mar 23, 2020

In order to grasp what God has done for our salvation, we need to understand the depth of our depravity and the power of God's regenerating work.

10.2 – Crucifixion Mar 23, 2020

In the crucixion of Christ, we see the saving work of our Triune God.

10.1 – Introduction Mar 23, 2020

This first episode introduces us to the topic of God's salvation in Christ.

9.9 – How is the Church Led and Where is the Church Going? Mar 20, 2020

This final episode surveys Scripture's teaching on how the church is led and what the church's future is.

9.8 – What Does the Church Do? Part 5 Mar 20, 2020

The church prays and multiplies.

9.7 – What Does the Church Do? Part 4 Mar 20, 2020

The church is a body of believers that worships God.

9.6 – What Does the Church Do? Part 3 Mar 20, 2020

The church nurtures God's people.

9.5 – What Does the Church Do? Part 2 Mar 20, 2020

The church teaches.

9.4 – What Does the Church Do? Part 1 Mar 20, 2020

The church evangelizes and baptizes.

9.3 – Who is the Church? Part 2 Mar 20, 2020

This episodes continues to answer the question, "Who is the Church?"

9.2 – Who is the Church? Part 1 Mar 20, 2020

David Platt seeks to define the church based on Scripture.

9.1 – Introduction Mar 20, 2020

In this first episode we consider various ways we cheapen the church as well as why we must cherish the church.

8.10 – Applications Feb 25, 2020

After looking at some applications of Scripture's teaching on possessions, this final episode looks at prosperity in the light of Scripture.

8.9 – Conclusions Feb 25, 2020

Based on what we've seen throughout this study, we'll draw some conclusions related to the threads of the gospel.

8.8 – Possessions and the New Testament, Part 2 Feb 25, 2020

This episode continues exploring the New Testament's teaching on possessions.

8.7 – Possessions and the New Testament, Part 1 Feb 25, 2020

This episode focuses on the New Testament's teaching on possessions.

8.6 – Jesus and Possessions, Part 2 Feb 25, 2020

We continue considering possessions in light of the life and ministry of Jesus.

8.5 – Jesus and Possessions, Part 1 Feb 25, 2020

In this episode we consider the topic of possessions based on the life and ministry of Jesus.

8.4 – Possessions and the Old Testament, Part 2 Feb 25, 2020

We continue considering the Old Testament's teaching on possessions in this fourth episode.

8.3 – Possessions and the Old Testament, Part 1 Feb 25, 2020

What does the Old Testament teach us about how to think about and use our possessions? This third episode answers this question.

8.2 – The Gospel Feb 25, 2020

Here in the second episode David Platt presents five threads of the gospel: the character of God, the sinfulness of man, the sufficiency of Christ, the necessity of faith, and the urgency of eternity.

8.1 – Introduction Feb 25, 2020

This episode introduces us to the topic of possessions and prosperity in the context of the world and in the context of God's Word.

7.10 – Concluding Challenges Jan 31, 2020

In this final episode David Platt exhorts us to engage in spiritual warfare in light of the victory Christ has won and in the context of His mission in the world.

7.9 – Controversial Questions Jan 31, 2020

What about deliverance ministries? How should we think about our relationship to demons? This episode explores these and other controversial questions.

7.8 – Engagement in Spiritual Warfare, Part 2 Jan 31, 2020

Continuing from the previous episode, we consider more of the weapons God has provided for us so that we might stand against Satan's attacks.

7.7 – Engagement in Spiritual Warfare, Part 1 Jan 31, 2020

God has provided us with weapons to engage in spiritual warfare, and in this episode we consider some of those weapons.

7.6 – The Church and Spiritual Warfare Jan 31, 2020

This episode considers the church's approach to spiritual warfare, including a comparison between Christ's role and ours in this eternally important conflict.

7.5 – Christ and Spiritual Warfare Jan 31, 2020

In this episode we take a look at spiritual warfare from the perspective of Christ's identity, teaching, life, death, and resurrection.

7.4 – Spiritual Warfare in the Old Testament Jan 31, 2020

This episode explores the Old Testament's contribution to our understanding of spiritual warfare.

7.3 – Demons Jan 31, 2020

What are demons, and who is Satan? These and other related questions are covered in this episode.

7.2 – Angels Jan 31, 2020

What are angels, and what role do they play in the purposes of God? These and other questions concerning Scripture's teaching on angels are covered in this episode.

7.1 – Foundational Truths about Spiritual Warfare Jan 31, 2020

It's important that our understanding and engagement in spiritual warfare is grounded in the teaching of Scripture. In this first episode, David Platt lays some biblical foundations for understanding this important biblical theme.

6.10 – The Effects of the Cross Jan 01, 2020

In this final episode David Platt considers the effects of Christ's death by identifying seven reasons why we can boast in the cross.

6.9 – The Intent of the Cross Jan 01, 2020

This episode considers the intent of the cross by answering the question "For whom did Christ die?"

6.8 – The Declaration of Triumph Jan 01, 2020

In this episode we consider the good news of Christ's dying yet triumphal words––"It is finished." He has accomplished our redemption.

6.7 – The Cry of Dereliction Jan 01, 2020

"My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" In this episode we consider what these mysterious words reveal about Christ's death on the cross. The curse due sinners was born by the Sinless One.

6.6 – The Garden of Gethsemane Jan 01, 2020

This episode examines Christ's death from the perspective of His words in the Garden of Gethsemane. Through Christ had no sin, He bore God's wrath in our place. The cross testifies to Christ's willingness to do His Father's will.

6.5 – The Last Supper Jan 01, 2020

The Last Supper vividly portrays Christ's death as the fulfillment of God's redeeming work in Israel's history. The Passover, the Day of Atonement, and the entire Old Covenant point us to Christ's sacrificial death on the cross.

6.4 – Divine Substitution Jan 01, 2020

The only way for God's divine justice to be satisfied was through a divine substitute. In this episode we'll see that Christ, who was fully God and fully man, was the only sufficient sacrifice for sinners.

6.3 – Divine Satisfaction Jan 01, 2020

While the cross certainly meets our greatest need, it is first and foremost the way in which God meets His own righteous standard. In this episode we consider how Christ's death fully satisfies God's righteousness and justice.

6.2 – The History of the Cross Jan 01, 2020

How does the cross save us? Many answers have been given to that question throughout history, though not all of them have been biblical. In this episode we'll look at the various theories that have been used to explain how the cross provides salvation. It's only through the lens of Scripture that we can rightly consider the various dimensions of Christ's atoning work.

6.1 – The Cross of Christ Jan 01, 2020

There is no Christianity apart from the cross of Christ, for it is the lifeblood of everything we believe. In this first episode, David Platt introduces us to the centrality of the cross as well as the timeline of events that led up to his final hour on earth. Our faith, as well as all of history, revolves around the death of the Son of God.

5.10 – The Work of the Spirit for the Glory of God Nov 20, 2019

The Holy Spirit gives us the gifts to make the glory of God known throughout the entire world. In this final episode of Secret Church 5, David Platt concludes that the Spirit will complete His sanctifying work in and through His people.
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5.9 – The Filling and Gifts of the Spirit Nov 20, 2019

We should regularly seek to be filled with the Spirit and to use the gifts of the Spirit for the building up of the church. But many Christians continue to ask, Are all of the Spirit's gifts––including healing, tongues, etc.––still available today, and should we seek them?
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5.8 – Significant Issues: Blasphemy of the Holy and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit Nov 20, 2019

What does Scripture say about the unpardonable sin? Should we be looking for a second baptism, a baptism of the Spirit? In this episode David Platt answers these questions by looking at some relevant Scripture passages.
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5.7 – The Holy Spirit Guides the Will of God in Our Lives Nov 20, 2019

How can I know God's will for my life? Many Christians struggle to answer that question. However, we are not called to understand the secret will of God but rather to believe and obey His revealed will. According to Scripture, we are saved by the Spirit, filled by the Spirit, and submissive to the Spirit. Obeying what we do know helps us gain the godly wisdom and perspective needed to make decisions in areas that are less clear.
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5.6 – The Spirit's Work in the Church Nov 20, 2019

In this episode David explains how the Spirit works in the church through individual believers. If we are going to rely on the work of the Spirit, we must first understand how Scripture defines His work.
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5.5 – The Spirit in the Church Nov 20, 2019

Following the coming of the Spirit at Pentecost, we see His work in and through the early church. This same Spirit is at work in the church today, opening the eyes of our hearts and enabling us to turn from sin and trust in Christ. Have you been born again by God's Spirit?
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5.4 – The Work of the Holy Spirit Throughout Scripture Nov 20, 2019

The Holy Spirit is fully God and has therefore existed eternally. We see His work in the Old Testament among God's people, Israel, and in the New Testament through Christ and His people. We see the Spirit's work in the book of Acts as the gospel spreads to the ends of earth, overcoming opposition and unbelief.
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5.3 – The Holy Spirit in Action Nov 20, 2019

Scripture is clear that the Spirit acts according to His own power and authority. In this episode we'll what else Scripture says about the attributes and works of the Spirit.
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5.2 – The Holy Spirit: Mystery and History Nov 20, 2019

Why do Christians see the Holy Spirit as mysterious? In this session David Platt answers this question with some foundational truths about the Holy Spirit. Historically, there have been various movements that have shaped the church's view of the Holy Spirit. But the most important question is, Which view is rooted in Scripture?

5.1 – Exploring the Holy Spirit Nov 20, 2019

As believers we have been given the Holy Spirit, but many of us rely on ourselves rather than being desperate for the Spirit's help. So how does the Spirit equip us to grow in holiness? David Platt sets the stage for Secret Church 5 by introducing us to questions like these that will be answered in the upcoming episodes.

4.11 – God and Evil Jul 21, 2019

If God is good and in control, then how can there be evil in the world? In this episode, David Platt concludes Secret Church 4 by answering this question through the lens of Scripture.

4.10 – God Has a Plan Jul 21, 2019

What does it mean for God to be sovereign over all things? Can humans be responsible over anything on the earth if God is in charge? In this episode, David Platt explains the intersection between the sovereignty of God and the responsibility of man.

4.9 – The Mysteries of God Jul 21, 2019

What makes a mystery a mystery to the human race? As Christians should we be able to resolve the mystery of the gospel? In this episode, David Platt teaches on the trinity and the soverign will of God through the lens of Scripture.

4.8 – The Goodness of God Jul 21, 2019

In this episode, David Platt analyzes seven attributes of God that point to His goodness. As believers we must understand His goodness so that we will be zealous for God's glory and our good in all of the earth.

4.7 – The Omnipresence, Omniscience, and Immutibility of God Jul 21, 2019

In this session, David Platt explains how we are never alone as believers—God is always present. In times of confusion, God has all knowledge and widsom at all times. We can trust in these promises because God's perfections are unchanging.

4.6 – How and Why God Exists Jul 21, 2019

This question exists over all of creation: "Where did God come from?" God is not a force to be reckoned with or an object to be manipulated. God is a person to be loved for all of eternity.

4.5 – The Great God is Our Father Jul 21, 2019

The God who created life on Earth came to be from nothing. The greatness of God can be found throughout the story of creation. This same God has not left us in the dark but allows us to know his perfect attributes.

4.4 – El Shaddai, Jehovah, and Father Jul 21, 2019

David Platt continues to explain how the names of God display the glory of God. The God who sits enthoned upon all glory still allows the children of God to call Him Father.

4.3 – Elohim, Yahweh, Jehovah, Adonai, and El Elyon Jul 21, 2019

In this episode, David Platt begins to analyze the different names of God that we read throughout the Bible. David explains how these names were a refuge for the people of that day and for generations to come.

4.2 – Knowing and Obeying God Jul 21, 2019

Knowing God should lead to obeying God. The knowledge of the names of God alone leads the people of God to worship and obey the revelation of God.

4.1 — How We Can Know God Jul 21, 2019

God is incomprehensible, so how could we ever fully understand every single thing about Him? Becasue of our sin, we are hindered from glimpsing the fullness of God. Though we cannot understand God fully, we can understand God truly.

3.10 – Putting It into Practice, Part 3 May 15, 2019

David Platt finishes an overview of how to study different genres of Scripture, giving specific examples and opportunities to practice from Old Testament Poetry, Prophecy, Wisdom Literature, and finally Revelation.

3.9 – Putting It into Practice, Part 2 May 15, 2019

David Platt continues an overview of how to study different genres of Scripture, giving specific examples and opportunities to practice from the Old Testament Narratives and the Law.

3.8 – Putting It into Practice, Part 1 May 15, 2019

David Platt continues an overview of how to study different genres of Scripture, giving specific examples and opportunities to practice from the Gospels, the Parables, and Acts.

3.7 – Applying Scripture to Our Lives May 15, 2019

After you observe, understand, and relate the text, you then must learn to apply it responsibly. First, you meditate on the truth, then relate it to today, and finally practice it. The episode ends by moving into how to use these methods across Scripture as a whole, specifically noting different genres and how they affect our study, starting with the New Testament letters.

3.6 – Considering the Context May 15, 2019

In studying God's Word, we must honor the way and time in which God chose to communicate. This book wasn't written just for us; it was written for His people throughout history. We must understand God's Word in this way to understand its meaning for us today.

3.5 – From Exploration to Interpretation May 15, 2019

In this episode, David Platt finishes walking through step 1 in the practical approach to Bible study and transitions to step 2: Understand their home (What does it mean?). Another way to put it, we move from exploration to interpretation of the text.

3.4 – Observing the Home and Taking Note of What You See May 15, 2019

After overviewing a guide to a dependable approach to Bible study, David Platt walks through each step using specific examples from Scripture, beginning with step 1: Observe their home (What do I see?).

3.3 – A Dependable Approach to Bible Study May 15, 2019

Four practical steps to approaching Bible study can be compared to going on a mission trip: Observe their home (What do I see?), Understand their home (What does it mean?), Bring it back home (How does it relate?), and Apply it in your home (What do I do?).

3.2 – How to and How Not to Study the Bible May 15, 2019

The Spirit-inspired Word of God is alive today. This means that we must approach the Word carefully to discern its true meaning.

3.1 – Defining the Bible May 15, 2019

The Bible, though written by multiple authors, was ultimately written by one divine Author to you and me. These 66 books of ancient history are relevant to each of our lives today.

2.11 – Kingdom Advancement and Kingdom Anticipation May 14, 2019

The New Testament only make sense in the context of mission. If the church does not advance the kingdom of God, we cannot understand His Word. His kingdom does not exist for us; we exist for it. And we hope in the kingdom that is to come. Are you advancing His kingdom, and are you anticipating it?

2.10 – The King's Plan Unfolding May 14, 2019

God has a plan, and His plan cannot be stopped. Will the church align with her King's plan? If we resist, we miss the whole point of why we're here. The point is that God would be glorified in a community of people from every tribe, nation, and language. The church is the living representation of the kingdom of God on the earth today.

2.9 – The Gospel Accepted and the Mission Enacted May 14, 2019

Jesus came to proclaim the kingdom of God as both a present reality and a future glory. Have you accepted this gift of the kingdom? As we submit to Christ's lordship in our lives, we submit to His sovereignty over all.

2.8 – The King's Proclamation and Authority May 14, 2019

When Jesus came, what was His message? Central to His message was, "Repent." And by the way He lived, He demonstrated the power of the kingdom. The King has come, and He has conquered.

2.7 – The King's Introduction May 14, 2019

The whole Bible points to Jesus. So who was He? The fading shadow of the Kingdom of God in the Old Testament has been illuminated by the glorious revelation of Christ in the New Testament.

2.6 – The Letters of the New Testament – Part 4, and the Overall Purpose May 14, 2019

David Platt finishes teaching through the New Testament letters, specifically 2 Peter–Revelation, and leads into an introduction of God's purpose for giving us the New Testament and its implications for His people even today.

2.5 – The Letters of the New Testament – Part 3 May 14, 2019

The New Testament contains letters written by Paul and "general letters" written by others. David Platt continues to teach through the New Testament with more of these letters, specifically 1 Timothy–1 Peter.

2.4 – The Letters of the New Testament – Part 2 May 14, 2019

David Platt continues to teach through the New Testament with more of Paul's letters, specifically 1 Corinthians–2 Thessalonians.

2.3 – The Letters of the New Testament – Part 1 May 14, 2019

The book of Romans—one of Paul's letters—gives us a clear explanation of the gospel and is key to us understanding the purpose for and message of the New Testament.

2.2 – The Story of the New Testament May 14, 2019

David Platt continues an overview of the New Testament by going book-by-book and helping set the context for who wrote these books, when they were written, and what significance each one plays in the overall story of the New Testament.

2.1 – Overview of the New Testament May 14, 2019

What books make up the New Testament? How was it compiled? While the New Testament was divinely inspired by the Holy Spirit, it is also both a literary and historical work. To understand the New Testament, it is important, also, to understand it in its literary and historical context.

1.8 - A Survey of the Old Testament May 14, 2019

David Platt surveys the Old Testament to explain that God brings His people to His place for His purpose.

1.7 - The Prophets From Among God’s People May 14, 2019

The God who worked in the lives of these men in the Old Testament is the same God who works in our lives today. As believers we are still a part of this story today.

1.6 - Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs May 14, 2019

The goal of wisdom literature is to apply the Word to practical living. God is the ultimate reality, the Creator of all. Jesus is the wisdom of God.

1.5 - 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, and Job May 14, 2019

When the people of God look to man for direction, they are reminded God’s Word is the sole basis for obedience in faith.

1.4 - Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, and Ruth May 14, 2019

The lineage of the Old Testment leads to the One who would ultimately bring salvation to His people.

1.3 - Genesis, Exodus, and Leviticus May 14, 2019

God is holy, sin is serious, and God is gracious.

1.2 - The Story of the Old Testament May 14, 2019

There is a God who is in control and has a purpose in Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, and so on. In this session David Platt paints a picture of the people of God throughout the books of the Old Testament.

1.1 - Overview of the Old Testament May 14, 2019

Why do we study the Old Testament? How do you study the Old Testament? The Old Testament is an invaluable set of signifigant books that remain relevant to each believer today.

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