Melchizedek and Abraham

With each of God’s covenants come signs of His faithfulness to fulfill them. This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke uncovers the significance and summons of circumcision for the Abrahamic Covenant in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 17:9-14. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

“In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.”—1 Corinthians 15:52 This week on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Beeke exhorts us to find hope in glorification, which is the perfection of the image of God in man. Presented in partnership with Founders Ministries, this is Dr. Beeke’s final address from the 2023 National Conference. Tap here to hear all the addresses from previous Founders Conferences.  The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

"But that no man is justified by the law in the sight of God, it is evident: for, The just shall live by faith.”—Galatians 3:11 This week on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Beeke considers the way man is made right with God, justification by faith alone. This is the second of Dr. Beeke’s addresses on the doctrine of man from the Founders National Conference in 2023. Thank you to Founders Ministries for allowing us to feature these sessions. Visit founders.org/events to hear all the addresses from previous Founders Conferences.  The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

“What is man that You are mindful of him, and the son of man that You care for him?”—Psalm 8:4  For the next three weeks, Doctrine for Life and Founders Ministries present Dr. Joel Beeke’s addresses from the Founders National Conference 2023, which focused on the Doctrine of Man. Today, Dr. Beeke answers one of the most urgent questions in society today: What does it mean that man is made in the image of God? Visit founders.org/events to hear all the addresses from previous Founders Conferences.  The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

“As for me, behold, my covenant is with thee, and thou shalt be a father of many nations.”—Genesis 17:4 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke teaches us about the benefits of the Covenant of Grace in his sermon on Genesis 17:2-8. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

How should believers relate to God’s holy law? This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his sermon on Genesis 17:1, challenging believers to examine themselves and obey God’s commands. To enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke, visit joelbeeke.org. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

“I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.”—Genesis 17:1 This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke examines God’s call to Abraham to walk in total obedience in Genesis 17:1. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

When Christians fail to trust God’s promises, the results are always disastrous.  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his sermon on Genesis 16:1-13, showing us how God responds to the foolish plans of Hagar, Abram, and Sarai. The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

You have heard it said that “God helps those who help themselves.” But is that really what the Bible teaches us about the life of faith?  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke teaches us how foolish it is to use human means to achieve God’s purposes in the first part of his sermon on Genesis 16:1-13. Enjoy more resources from the pen and pulpit of Dr. Beeke at joelbeeke.org.  The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.

How do the signs of God’s covenant strengthen us when we doubt?  This week, on Doctrine for Life, Dr. Joel Beeke continues his study of Genesis 15:7-21, showing us how God assures Abraham of His promises through a covenant sign.  The Doctrine for Life Podcast presents weekly sermons from the preaching ministry of the Rev. Dr. Joel R. Beeke. Listen to these biblical, Christ-exalting broadcasts to experience the truth of God's Word for real life.