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Theme: Rules to live by Objectives: Know: God gave the Israelites ten commands that promoted a good relationship with God and their fellow man. Think: Be conscious of the fact that the principles drawn from the Ten Commandments can guide every interaction with God and man. Do: live out the principles of the Ten…
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A1 Christian proofs 1 John 5:1-4 B1 Belief C1 Jesus is the Christ C2 The Messiah from all eternity C3 The Messiah of Jews and Gentiles C4 My Messiah B2 Love C1 For the Father C2 For fellow believers B3 Obey C1 God’s commandments C2 Not Old Testament law but the New Testament rules…
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Christian (?) leaders ban abused spouses and welcome abusers What is wrong with Christian leaders? Why do they increase the suffering of the abused? Why do they discipline the abused instead of the abuser? Consider what Pastor Jeff Crippen exposes about these aberrant, evil leaders: Now, here’s the thing. In these abuse cases (and…
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Theme: The temptation of Jesus Objectives: Know: Jesus overcame temptation by knowing and applying God’s Word. Think: Have my mind so permeated by God’s Word that my natural response to temptation is to refute it with Scripture. Do: Follow Christ’s example to overcome temptation. Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11 Notes and questions: B1 The parallel passages…
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Often the excuse for some sin is “I was raised that way,” or “I can’t help it, because I was abused.” Now abuse is horrible and has no excuse, but for an abuser or any other sin that cannot be an excuse. Here is an excellent article by Pastor Jeff Crippen. It is addressed…
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Theme: How does prayer work? Objectives: Know: Prayer is an amazing God-given privilege we should exercise often. Think: Maintain an attitude of prayer in assurance that God hears and will answer. Do: Follow the biblical guidelines for prayer and make it a priority in Christian living. Scriptures: Matthew 7:7-11 Romans 8:26-27 Ephesians 6:18 Jude…
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Theme: God met the needs of His people Objectives: Know: God met the needs of the Israelites when He provided bread from heaven and water from the rock. Think: Have the mindset that you are under the constant, attentive care of your heavenly Father. Do: Thank God for His provision and obey His Word…
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He really makes a good point especially the point that we are to sing with and to each other to edify, not entertain. “Colossians 3:1616 Let the message about the Messiah dwell richly among you, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, and singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, with gratitude in your…
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Theme: God demonstrated His power Objectives Know: God parted the sea to deliver the children of Israel from the armies of Egypt. Think: Be at peace with the assurance that God is in control and will accomplish His plan. Do: Fight the urge to doubt God when faced with difficulty and uncertainty. Trust Him…
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Theme: God executed His plan Objectives Know: God called Moses to free the children of Israel from the bondage of Egypt. Think: Live with an awareness that my purpose is to accomplish God’s mission. Do: Follow God’s direction as He executes His plan for your life. Scriptures; Exodus 3:3-22 Notes and questions: B1 Outline…