Garden to Glory is a series of Bible studies designed to help you see beyond the veil and into the unseen world around you. In these studies, we explore the mysterious plan of God for all of time, the way that plan is unfolding in our lives now, and the glory that is to come when we will see Jesus face to face.
In this topical episode from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue looking at the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness. In this study, we explore:
The tactics Satan used to tempt Jesus
The responses Jesus gave that chased him away
The ways these temptations equipped Jesus for the work ahead
How these events can be applied to our own trials
Click here to read a transcript of this episode on my website: The Preparation of Temptation (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/06/23/the-preparation-of-temptation/)
2 Jun 2026
The Inauguration Into Temptation – Mark 1:9-13
In the second episode of this series from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of The Gospel of Mark by looking at the beginning of the ministry of Jesus. In this study, we explore:
Why the sinless Jesus was baptized
The miraculous response of God the Father
The first act of this newly-established ministry
The effects of Jesus’ temptation
Click here to read a transcript of this episode on my website: The Gospel of Mark Episode 2 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/06/02/the-gospel-of-mark-episode-2/)
12 May 2026
Preparing The Way – Mark 1:1-8
In the first episode of this series from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we begin our exploration of The Gospel of Mark by asking what the gospel is and how we prepare for it. In this study, we explore:
Why certain books are called “gospels”
The relevance of John the Baptist
The purpose of baptism
How these things relate to Jesus
Click here to read a transcript of this episode on my website: The Gospel of Mark Episode 1 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/05/11/the-gospel-of-mark-episode-1/)
14 Apr 2026
The Power of the Lord – Ephesians 6:10-24
In this fifteenth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we conclude our exploration of Ephesians by asking what does it mean to be strong in the Lord? In this study, we explore:
Worldly power versus the heavenly power of Jesus
The invisible enemies of the unseen world
The armor of God and its use in battle
How the peaceful power of Jesus changes our goals
Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 15 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/04/13/ephesians-study-15/)
7 Apr 2026
The Household Codes, Part 2 – Ephesians 6:1-9
In this fourteenth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by looking at Paul’s instructions for household relationships. In this study, we ask:
Does the Bible promise long lives to obedient children?
Are there ever reasons for children to disobey their parents?
What responsibilities do parent have toward their kids?
Does the Bible condone slavery?
Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 14 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/04/06/ephesians-study-14/)
31 Mar 2026
The Household Codes, Part 1 – Ephesians 5:21-33
In this thirteenth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by looking at Paul’s instructions to husbands and wives. In this study, we ask:
What social changes was Paul asking the Ephesians to make?
Is submission only the wife’s job?
Are husbands commanded to be in charge?
Why is the command to love given only to husbands?
Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 13 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/03/31/ephesians-study-13/)
24 Mar 2026
Living in the Light – Ephesians 5:1-20
In this twelfth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by looking at what it means to live in the light. In this study, we ask:
What does it mean to be a child of God?
How does God’s good gift of sex become harmful?
What is the problem with greed?
How does our light expose the darkness?
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 12 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/03/24/ephesians-study-12/)
17 Mar 2026
Live Like You Know Jesus – Ephesians 4:17-31
In this eleventh study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by looking at what it means to live like a Christian. In this study, we ask:
How do the lives of Christians differ from the lives of unbelievers?
Can the Christian life be boiled down to a list of dos and don’ts?
Are we passive recipients of the Holy Spirit?
Is there a difference between law and love?
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 11 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/03/17/ephesians-study-11/)
10 Mar 2026
The Diversity That Builds Us Up – Ephesians 4:7-16
In this tenth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by looking at diversity and gifting in the body of Christ. In this study, we ask:
What types of gifts are given by the Spirit?
Are spiritual gifts still being given today?
What is the purpose of these gifts?
Who is responsible for doing the work of ministry?
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 10 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/03/10/ephesians-study-10/)
3 Mar 2026
What Does Unity Look Like?– Ephesians 4:1-6
In this ninth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by looking at Unity in Christ. In this study, we ask:
Can we be both unified and diverse?
Will unity in Christ keep us from disagreements?
Are Christians allowed to question their leaders?
Are there acceptable reasons for Christians to part ways?
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 9 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/03/03/ephesians-study-9/)
24 Feb 2026
The Unlimited Power of God – Ephesians 3:14-21
In this eighth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by considering the unlimited power of God. In this study, we ask:
What kind of power would you ask for from God?
What does the power of God look like?
Where do we find this power?
What effect does this power have on the world?
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 8 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/02/23/ephesians-study-8/)
17 Feb 2026
The Least Deserving – Ephesians 3:1-12
In this seventh study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by considering the unique way God used the life of the Apostle Paul. In this study, we explore:
The need for Missionaries
Paul’s unique responsibility
His past that made him undeserving
The wisdom of God
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 7 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/02/16/ephesians-study-7/)
10 Feb 2026
United in Christ – Ephesians 2:11-22
In this sixth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by examining the barriers that used to keep us apart from God and each other. In this study, we explore:
The racial tensions between Jews and Gentiles
How the temple in Jerusalem was used to keep people away from God
Why the death of Jesus changes everything
The unity that binds us to each other and God
Click here for a playlist of songs related to themes from this study: Spotify Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7rq4amg8taIaeAvU4rum7k?si=PUw504cESIS5SUumz_Ebcg&pi=unhOvi6CTqyOI)
Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 6 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/02/10/ephesians-study-6/)
3 Feb 2026
Death to Life – Ephesians 2:1-10
In this fifth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by asking the question, “What does it mean to be considered dead in our sins?” In this study, we explore:
What spiritual death looks like
How Satan convinces people to follow him
How God's love and anger can mix
The gift of choosing life
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 5 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/02/02/ephesians-study-5/)
27 Jan 2026
Paul’s Prayer – Ephesians 1:15-23
In this fourth study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by asking the question, “What does it look like for one of God’s chosen people to worship the creator?” In this study, we explore:
The Apostle Paul’s example of prayer
Whether or not we can expect miraculous answers today
The role faith plays in our requests
How we join God in the work we ask Him to accomplish
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 4 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/01/26/ephesians-study-4/)
20 Jan 2026
Evidence of God’s Spirit – Ephesians 1:12-14
In this third study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by asking the question, “How do I know that I am truly one of God's people?” In this study, we explore:
How people distort the name of God
How to determine we are worshipping God as He truly is
The evidence of the Spirit in the life of a believer
The characteristics of Holy Spirit-empowered love
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 3 (https://garden-to-glory.org/2026/01/19/ephesians-study-3/)
13 Jan 2026
The People of God – Ephesians 1:3-11
In this second study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we continue our exploration of Ephesians by asking the question, “Who are the people of God?” In this study, we explore:
God’s eternal plan to unite all things under Christ
The role Israel has played in this plan
The inclusion of Gentile believers into God’s family
The faith that qualifies us to be God’s people
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Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 2 (https://gardentoglory0.wpcomstaging.com/2026/01/09/ephesians-sermon-2/)
13 Jan 2026
Why Do We Serve God? – Ephesians 1:1-3
In this first Bible study from Garden to Glory: The Mystery of God, we begin our journey through the book of Ephesians by asking foundational questions:
Why do we care to praise God?
Do we know God exists?
Why are false gods insufficient?
What makes the God of the Bible different — and better?
Click here for a playlist of songs related to themes from this study: Spotify Playlist (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4VmFsj2nqOK4ma1qvd4QO6?si=zhYRn5xuTviRHUZkqcCkfQ&pi=dZ1-I6Q7TdKJM)
Click here for the link to this study's page on my website: Ephesians Study 1 (https://gardentoglory0.wpcomstaging.com/2026/01/09/ephesians-sermon-1/)
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