Michael Easley inContext

2,996 people were killed and more than 6,000 others injured on September 11, 2001. Though 17 years later, a day that still brings men, women, and children to their knees from the pain and loss brought upon them by the attacks of that day. In this episode, 9/11 Pentagon survivor, Brian Birdwell shares his story and discusses suffering and forgiveness with Michael Easley.

Is there truth in prosperity gospel? Does righteous living result in blessing? Michael teaches from 1 Peter 3:8-12.

True or False? Your marriage has profound implications on your spiritual life. Michael teaches from 1 Peter 3:1-7.

Because Christ suffered, what can we learn about enduring in suffering? Michael teaches from 1 Peter 2:21-25.

Our behavior as Believers is crucial. Michael teaches from 1 Peter 2:11-20.

Discover your identity and mission. Michael teaches from 1 Peter 2:4-10.

How do you trust in the goodness of God when your greatest fear becomes your reality? Join Michael in the studio with Daniel and Jamie Heard as they share their remarkable story of when unbearable grief meets unmatchable redemption. Learn more about William and follow the Heards' journey over on their Facebook page, Always #WillyWednesday.

Think about the last time you tasted the kindness of the Lord. Michael teaches from 1 Peter 2:1-3.

If you love Christ, you will love the brethren. Michael teaches 1 Peter 1:22-25.

How do we live with fear and faith? Michael teaches from 1 Peter 1:13-21.

Things into which angels long to look. Michael teaches from 1 Peter 1:10-12.

Is there a way through suffering? Can we own our pain and find real joy? At age 17, a diving accident left Joni Eareckson a quadriplegic, confined to a wheelchair for the rest of her life. If that was not enough, in 2010, she was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer. And today, Joni lives with excruciating, unrelenting pain. She is no stranger to suffering. In this special edition episode, Michael Easley and Joni Eareckson Tada discuss finding hope no matter the circumstance. Get the free five-day devot

How do suffering and joy coexist? Join Michael as he teaches from 1 Peter 1:6-9.

A heavenly inheritance beyond our wildest dreams. Join Michael as he teaches from 1 Peter 1:3-5.

How do we maintain a kingdom perspective amidst temporal hardships? Join Michael as he teaches from 1 Peter 1:2.

Believers will face persecution and suffering. Grounded in the living hope of Jesus' resurrection, the apostle exhorts us to live courageously and faithfully no matter our challenges. Because of Christ's work and example, we can stand firm no matter what weighs against us. How will you endure suffering? Join Michael as he begins an expository teaching series through 1 Peter.

Almost 10 million women will be attending colleges across the country this year. Join Michael Easley and Hanna Seymour as they discuss the challenges college students face today as well as how you can be part of challenging and encouraging twenty-somethings to be the man or woman God created them to be, no matter their circumstances.

The Apostle Paul's sole motivation was to finish the course and ministry that Christ called him to (Acts 20:24). What are you aiming for? What does aging successfully look like? How can you best prepare? This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this final episode, Michael speaks with Chris Hogan, best-selling author of Retired Inspired.

It is possible to grow older and never grow old. It is also possible to prematurely die before we actually encounter death. How we think, what we are, and what what we do now will inform how we age. This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this episode, Michael speaks with Brenda Smith and Dr. Wendell Johnston. Michael concludes the episode by teaching from Genesis 25.

Studies show the average person dies within 7 years post retirement, and many die within the first 2. Retirement is a relatively recent social phenomenon. Have you ever stopped to consider if it's even Biblical? This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this episode, Michael speaks with Jeff Dobyns about when and how to financially prepare for retirement and Dr. Burton Sanders about 5 things that help you age well. Mic

Most of us are aimlessly growing old. After the kids are grown and we coast into retirement, what are we doing with our lives? What is our purpose? Does God still have plans to use us? This 4-episode series includes teaching from the late Professor Howard Hendricks and interviews with a variety of men and women. In this episode, Michael speaks with Jeanne Hendricks about aging with purpose and teaches from Psalm 71.

Gun control, the NRA, ARs, Mass Shootings, the Second Amendment: Perhaps the most vitriolic conversation in the news today. The left and right seem emotional and extreme in their response. As Christians how do we grapple with this topic? Is there a more moderate stance to take? In this episode, Michael Easley discusses these topics and more with Michael Mann. Towards the end of the program, Dr. Easley takes us through scripture and gives a theology of defense.

Michael reviews the 18 traits of a godly leader and wraps up Nehemiah and The Leadership Process. // Season 3 Finale

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 13 and discusses the exquisite loneliness of leadership and the importance of rest with Stephen Mansfield. // Season 3, Episode 12.

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 12 and discusses how you can lead others in worship in your context with Carl Cartee and Bob Welch. // Season 3, Episode 11.

Michael teaches Nehemiah 10 and discusses how to warn and correct your team with Dennis Rainey.

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 9 and discusses the most vital, yet overlooked component of leadership, with Joni Eareckson Tada and Barbara Brand. // Season 3, Episode 9

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 8 and discusses how to encourage your people and how to know your limits with Coach Les Steckel and Mike Glenn. // Season 3, Episode 8.

Michael teaches from Nehemiah 6 and discusses how to keep the main thing the main thing, if there is ever time to run when facing opposition, and how to sense God's Hand with guests: Dennis Rainey, Bob McEwen, and Joni Eareckson Tada.

Season 3, Episode 6. Michael teaches from Nehemiah 5 and discusses the importance of compassion and integrity with Dave Ramsey, Janet Parshall, Stephen Mansfield, and General Reno.

Season 3, Episode 5. Join Michael as he teaches from Nehemiah 4 and discusses the importance of prayer and how to make tough decisions with Les Steckel and Susan West.

Season 3, Episode 4. Join Michael as he teaches from Chapter 3 of Nehemiah and discusses the importance of identifying with the people you lead and enlisting the right workers with General Loren Reno.

Season 3, Episode 3. Join Michael as he teaches from Chapter 2 of Nehemiah and discusses how to face opposition and how to stay on course as a leader with NFL Coach Les Steckel, Janet Parshall, and Dave Ramsey.

Season 3, Episode 2. Michael teaches from Nehemiah Chapter 1 and discusses what servant leadership practically looks like with Dave Ramsey, Janet Parshall, and Dr. Susan West.

Season 3, Episode 1. As leaders, we all face times of hardship and challenges. How might the text of Nehemiah shed light onto how we should respond when those situations arise? Join Michael Easley as he teaches from Nehemiah 1 and we begin a new series, The Leadership Process. https://michaelincontext.com/nehemiah-leadership-process/

Michael Easley inContext returns with an all new season on Oct 3. Here's a preview of what's to come in Season 3.

Annie F. Downs joins Michael in the studio to discuss the difference between local and global discipleship, what it looks like in her day to day, and how athletes might be the best Christians.

Bill Hendricks, President of the Giftedness Center, joins Michael in the studio to discuss how God has uniquely gifted each of his children to be disciple-makers.

Christ's final commission was to make disciples "as you go." What does that look like in today's context? Michael talks with Carl Cartee, songwriter/artist/worship leader, about making disciples through the avenue of worship.

Christ called his disciples to follow Him in order to become fishers of men. If we are truly a disciple of Christ, we should be engaged in disciple-making. Join Michael as he chats with Discipleship Pastor, Mark Irving, about practical ways to begin obeying Christ's command to make disciples.

Christ didn't give us a command to make disciples without giving us an example to follow. Dann Spader, author of 4-Chair Discipling and Walking As Jesus Walked, shares how we can look to Christ's example as a model for disciple-making.

Have we lost sight of Jesus' final command? Though churches are growing and ministries expanding, are we making disciples? Join Michael as he shares some thoughts on Matthew 28:19-20.

Without the resurrection our faith is worthless. Christianity would simply be another ology. Join Michael as he discusses Easter, the Resurrection, and teaches from Luke 24.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. Final stop: Pool of Siloam in John 9.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. Third stop: En Gedi in 1 Samuel 24.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. Second stop: Caesarea Philippi.

Journey to the Holy Land with Michael as he takes you to four spots on his Israel tour. First stop: Caesarea.

There are approximately 900 printed English translations and paraphrases of the Bible. What is the story behind the first English translation and how we arrived with so many versions today? A conversation with Dr. Ed Blum, General Editor and Translator of the Holman Christian Standard Bible.

Are you too busy to rest? Is your day too hectic to spend time in God's Word and prayer? Jesus' invitation to the disciples is the same invitation He daily extends to us. Join Michael as he teaches from Mark 6.

A conversation about the progress of racial reconciliation in America and the church, racially charged current events, Black Lives Matters, and what our response should be as followers of Christ. Guests include: Dr. Crawford Loritts, LaTasha Morrison, and Jesse Lee Peterson.