Develop In The Dark
Every day, we’re confronted by our culture's shifting and flimsy beliefs. Is it possible to build a firm and unshakeable foundation? Join us as we discuss timeless biblical truths essential for developing an everyday relationship with God.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Episodes
- 47
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Spiritual Disciplines - Is Sabbath Optional?
Today, Brad and Trevor discuss the spiritual discipline of the Sabbath. What is the Sabbath? Why does it matter? Should Christians observe the Sabbath? How? Relevant Bible verses:Genesis 2:1-3 Exod..…
Tue 04 Jun 2024
Spiritual Disciplines: Solitude, Silence, and Simplicity
In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about the disciplines of solitude, silence, and simplicity. How do these disciplines help us become more like Jesus? Relevant Bible verses:Psalm 46:10Psalm ..…
Tue 28 May 2024
Spiritual Discipline: Fasting
In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about the spiritual discipline of fasting. Why do Christians fast? And what does it look like to abstain from the physical nourishment and satisfaction of f..…
Tue 21 May 2024
Practicing Tabernacle Prayer
In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about a helpful model for prayer using the Old Testament Tabernacle. Relevant Bible verses:Exodus 33:7-11, Hebrews 8:5The Gates - Psalm 100The Brazen Altar ..…
Tue 14 May 2024
Spiritual Discipline: Prayer
In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about cultivating an everyday relationship with God through the spiritual discipline of prayer. Relevant Bible verses:Matthew 6:5-15 (The Lord’s Prayer)John..…
Tue 07 May 2024
Spiritual Discipline: Bible Reading and Meditation
In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about the spiritual discipline of Bible reading, meditation, memorization, and study. Relevant Bible verses:Psalm 1 Psalm 19:7-11Psalm 119:11John 5:39-40Joh..…
Tue 30 Apr 2024
Religious Mindsets, Stirring Affections, and Adopting the Common Rule
In this episode, Brad and Trevor talk about the danger of becoming a spiritual curmudgeon, how to stir affection for Jesus, and adopting a common rule. Relevant Bible verses:Philippians 2:12-13Ephe..…
Tue 23 Apr 2024
Trying or Training?
In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about what it means to be a disciple. Why do spiritual disciplines work? What is the biblical basis for spiritual disciplines? Why does consistency over tim..…
Tue 16 Apr 2024
The Triangle: An Ecosystem of Spiritual Growth
Description: In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about the essential elements that produce spiritual growth. The Dallas Willard Triangle has proven to be an effective tool to help demystify th..…
Tue 09 Apr 2024
Getting Unstuck
In this season of Develop in the Dark, Brad Cooper and Trevor Cox discuss spiritual disciplines. In today’s episode, Brad and Trevor talk about the frustration of being stuck in our spiritual growt..…
Tue 02 Apr 2024
Prophet, Priest, King
Show notes: In this bonus episode, Brad and Trevor discuss Jesus as Prophet, Priest, and King. What does Messiah mean? How do these roles or offices help define the role Jesus came to fulfill? How ..…
Mon 30 Oct 2023
Wrestling with Pacifism and the Theology of War
Show notes: In this bonus episode, Brad and Trevor wrestle with the theology of war. What is the theory of Just War? How does the Imago Dei and “turn the other cheek” apply in our lives today? Sho..…
Mon 23 Oct 2023
End Times and Questioning the Rapture
Show notes: Brad and Trevor overview the doctrine of end times. What does the future hold for the believer? What are the essentials and non-essentials for Christians to believe? How do our beliefs ..…
Mon 16 Oct 2023
Bad Beethoven and the Beautiful Church
Show notes: Brad and Trevor discuss the doctrine of the church. How does the Bible describe the Church and her mission? What is the purpose of the Church and why is the Church still beautiful? Is t..…
Mon 09 Oct 2023
The Controversial Holy Spirit
Show notes: Brad and Trevor discuss the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. Who is the Holy Spirit and what does the Holy Spirit do? What does it mean to worship in Spirit and truth? Why is the Holy Spiri..…
Mon 02 Oct 2023
A Loving God and the Reality of Heaven and Hell
Show notes: Brad and Trevor discuss the doctrine of heaven and hell. What will heaven be like? Will all people go there? Is hell a real place? What does Jesus say about hell? How could a loving God..…
Mon 25 Sep 2023
Why This Gospel Good News Never Gets Old (Part 2)
Show notes: Today, Brad and Trevor talk more specifically about what Jesus accomplished in his death, burial, and resurrection. What has Jesus done to save us? What are the implications of Jesus’ ..…
Mon 18 Sep 2023
Why This Gospel Good News Never Gets Old
Show notes: Today, Brad and Trevor talk more specifically about what Jesus accomplished in his death, burial, and resurrection. What has Jesus done to save us? What are the implications of Jesus’ ..…
Mon 11 Sep 2023
Kill Doubts About Salvation
Show notes: Salvation is more than a moment. In this episode, Brad and Trevor discuss what it means to be saved and how we can know for sure. What has God done to bring us to Himself? What does i..…
Mon 04 Sep 2023
Are We Saints or Sinners?
Show notes: In this episode, Brad and Trevor answer the question: “Am I a sinner or a saint?” What is the doctrine of sin? What does it mean to have a new identity in Christ? How does understanding..…
Mon 28 Aug 2023
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