

Back to the Bible Canada with Dr. John Neufeld
Back to the Bible Canada
Daily Bible teaching with Dr. John Neufeld from Back to the Bible Canada.
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May 2, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Our Weakness and God's Grace
In this episode, Dr. John reflects on Abraham's repeated failures and God's unwavering commitment to His promises. Despite Abraham's struggles, God intervenes to protect His redemptive plan, showing that even in our weaknesses, God’s faithfulness remains. Dr. John encourages believers to trust in God's ability to guard us and complete the work He has begun, reminding us that His grace is greater than our shortcomings.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

May 1, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Submitting to Grace
Not everyone who hears of grace receives it—and some walk away from it entirely. In today’s message, Dr. John Neufeld unpacks the sobering warning of Hebrews 12:15: “See that no one fails to obtain the grace of God.” Through biblical insight and historical context—from the bitterness of individuals to the hostility of nations like Moab and Ammon—Dr. John calls us to remain rooted in the grace that saves, sustains, and transforms.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 30, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Living Well
Have you ever looked at your life and wondered, “How did I get here?” In today’s message, Dr. John explores the quiet unraveling that can come from small compromises, as seen in the life of Lot. When we choose comfort over conviction, or distraction over devotion, we can drift far from the life God intended for us. But there is hope—even in failure. Join us as we reflect on the power of compromise, the promise of grace, and the call to return to living well.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 29, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Fleeing Judgement Day
What happens when we grow too attached to the comforts of this world? In this episode, Dr. John delves into the story of Lot’s escape from Sodom, showing how his compromise with a sinful culture led to the loss of his family and influence. He challenges us to reflect on our own lives—are we prioritizing Christ over the fleeting pleasures of this world? Dr. John emphasizes the importance of living with eternal values in mind, urging us to consider where our true loyalties lie.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 28, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Remaining Faithful in a Condemned Culture
In this message, Dr. John traces the fall of ancient Babylon and the judgment of Sodom to reflect on the collapse of human civilizations in light of God’s coming judgment. Through the stories of Belshazzar and Lot, we’re reminded of what it means to live righteously and remain faithful—even when the culture around us stands condemned.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 25, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: God's Justice Among the Nations
Abraham’s plea for Sodom and Gomorrah teaches us powerful lessons about God’s justice and mercy. As Dr. John unpacks this passage, we see how Abraham's bargaining reveals God's heart for the righteous and His determination to treat them differently from the wicked. Through this prayer, we learn how to intercede for the nations, understanding God’s mind and praying with passion for His people.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 24, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Tenacious Concern for the Nations
Have you ever paused to consider God's overarching plan for the world? In this episode, Dr. John reflects on God's revelation to Abraham about His judgment on the nations, specifically Sodom and Gomorrah. As Dr. John unpacks this pivotal moment, he explores how God’s promise to bless all nations through Abraham still resonates today. It’s a powerful reminder of God’s sovereignty and His call for us to pray for the nations, that His kingdom might come.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 23, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Entertaining God
In Genesis 18, God appears to Abraham and reveals His plan to bring about the birth of Isaac, even in the face of impossible circumstances. Abraham’s hospitality and response to God’s message show his deep faith, even as he questions God’s plans. In this episode, Dr. John walks us through the encounter, highlighting the importance of trust in God's timing and the assurance that His promises will be fulfilled, even when it seems unlikely.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 22, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Seeing God
In today’s message, Dr. John Neufeld walks us through Genesis 18 and the astonishing moment Abraham shared a meal with God. More than just a remarkable encounter, this passage reminds us that when we welcome God into our lives, He reveals His purposes for us. Drawing also from Jeremiah 29:11, Dr. John explores how each of us is created with a calling—and how we discover that calling when we respond to God’s invitation.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?

Apr 21, 2025 • 24min
Confident Faith: Confident Faith
In this episode, Dr. John explores the true nature of faith, contrasting popular definitions with biblical teachings. Faith isn't a leap into the unknown, but trust in God's promises. Through the story of Abraham, we'll see how faith matures, growing from a shaky start to a confident trust in God's certain promises, even when life's challenges arise.Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet?


