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05/11/2008
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A Role Model for Motherhood
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Don Breland
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1 Samuel 1:1-2:10
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Facing great challenges, Hannah, the mother of Samuel, turned to God with believing prayer and dedicated herself to honoring and praising Him. As a result, God blessed her with a child, whom she consecrated to the Lord. Hannah serves as an inspiring model for mothers of all ages.
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05/04/2008
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Refreshing Romans
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Matt Morton
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Romans
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Romans
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The book of Romans centers on the message of the Gospel, which is the critical message we must understand in order to know the purpose and direction of our lives. Its key themes are: sin leads to death, God saves us by His grace, God empowers us for righteousness, and His grace summons us to worship.
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05/04/2008
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Divine Ophthalmology
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Blake Jennings
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Malachi 2:17-4:6
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Notes
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Series:
Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Just like the Israelites in Malachi's day, we are often limited by short-sighted vision which sees life only as it is at this moment, when God is not yet judging sin or rewarding righteousness. And in that short-sightedness, sin becomes excusable and even reasonable. But in this passage, God corrects our vision so that we can see long-range as He does. God reminds us that His perfect and unbearable justice is coming to earth when Christ returns, and it will utterly destroy His enemies. And he reminds us that on that Day, He will reward our righteous deeds beyond our wildest dreams. So live everyday of this life in light of that Day when Christ returns.
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04/27/2008
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True Purpose
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Matt Morton
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Romans 15:14-33
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Romans
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The Gospel gives us a purpose and direction for our lives that nothing in this world can provide.
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04/27/2008
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Celebration and Dedication
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 12:27-43
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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After completing the walls, God's people celebrated His faithfulness and power as they dedicated the walls. Exuberant joy filled their worship.
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04/20/2008
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Disagreement and Unity
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Matt Morton
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Romans 14:1-15:13
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Romans
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How do we respond to one another when we disagree about non-essential issues of the Christian faith? Paul encourages us to hold fast to our convictions while at the same time seeking unity with others.
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04/20/2008
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Marriage Matters
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Brian Fisher
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Malachi 2:10-16
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Although God's people continued to go through the motions of worship, they were enjoying no intimacy with Him. Their practice of divorcing their Jewish wives and marrying wives who worshipped foreign gods had destroyed the genuineness of their worship. God called them to return to covenant faithfulness (both to their spouses and to Him) and the enjoyment of His blessings.
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04/19/2008
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Marriage Mistakes
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Blake Jennings
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Malachi 2:10-16
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Although God's people continued to go through the motions of worship, they were enjoying no intimacy with Him. Their practice of divorcing their Jewish wives and marrying wives who worshipped foreign gods had destroyed the genuineness of their worship. God called them to return to covenant faithfulness (both to their spouses and to Him) and the enjoyment of His blessings.
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04/13/2008
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Submission and Spirituality
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Matt Morton
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Romans 13
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Romans
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Our response to authority is an accurate indicator of the status of our relationship with God.
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04/13/2008
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The Privilege of Service
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Brian Fisher
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Malachi 2:1-9
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Revelation 5:9-10 provides a vivid explanation is given for the significance of Jesus Christ's death. "And they sang a new song, saying, 'Worthy are You to take the book and to break its seals; for You were slain, and purchased for God with Your blood men from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to our God; and they will reign upon the earth.'" Priesthood is our calling and destiny. We were created and redeemed to represent God upon the earth. It is our greatest privilege. Malachi warned the priests of his day, and he warns us today, that we should not take God or this privilege lightly.
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04/12/2008
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The Price of Privilege
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Blake Jennings
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Malachi 2:1-9
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Revelation 5:9-10 provides a vivid explanation is given for the significance of Jesus Christ's death. "And they sang a new song, saying, 'Worthy are You to take the book and to break its seals; for You were slain, and purchased for God with Your blood men from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to our God; and they will reign upon the earth.'" Priesthood is our calling and destiny. We were created and redeemed to represent God upon the earth. It is our greatest privilege. Malachi warned the priests of his day, and he warns us today, that we should not take God or this privilege lightly.
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04/06/2008
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Living Sacrifice
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Matt Morton
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Romans 12
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Romans
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The mercy of God in Jesus Christ calls us to a lifestyle of worship, not merely with our lips but with our bodies and minds as well.
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04/06/2008
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Are We Serving a Meal Fit for a King?
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Brian Fisher
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Malachi 1:6-14; 3:8-12
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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God has demonstrated His commitment to Israel, but Israel's commitment to God is far less than what He deserves. By analogy, if they were to make similar overtures to earthly authorities, their actions would be rejected. So God reminds them exactly who He is - the God with whom they have a special relationship, the God who will be worshipped appropriately by all nations. It is our privilege to worship, and in worshipping appropriately to draw all nations to the Lord.
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04/05/2008
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Serving Leftovers Tonight?
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Blake Jennings
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Malachi 1:6-14
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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God has demonstrated His commitment to Israel, but Israel''''s commitment to God is far less than what He deserves. By analogy, if they were to make similar overtures to earthly authorities, their actions would be rejected. So God reminds them exactly who He is - the God with whom they have a special relationship, the God who will be worshipped appropriately by all nations. It is our privilege to worship, and in worshipping appropriately to draw all nations to the Lord.
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03/30/2008
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Dating Well
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Trey and Marci Corry
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College_Life
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Whether in a dating relationship or not, how do we walk by faith and holiness in the midst of the inevitable uncertainty present in dating?
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03/30/2008
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Where is the Love?
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Brian Fisher
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Malachi 1:1-5
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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We doubt God's love when we overlook our own responsibility, ignore the evidence of His love and fail to look beyond ourselves.
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03/29/2008
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All You Need Is Love
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Blake Jennings
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Malachi 1:1-5
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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When life gets tough, rather than doubting God's love, remind yourself that: it's our fault, not God's fault; God's unwavering love is proven in His election of us before time began; God has a greater purpose for us in this life.
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03/23/2008
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Your Best Life... Is Not Now
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Brian Fisher
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1 Corinthians 15
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The necessity of resurrection. The meaning of resurrection. The hope of resurrection.
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03/16/2008
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Decisions, Decisions
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Matt Morton
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College_Life
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We face decisions every day, some of them significant and some of them trivial. How can we make wise decisions in a way that honors the Lord?
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03/16/2008
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"Obedience" - Easy to Say, Tough to Do
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Blake Jennings
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Nehemiah 10
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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God calls us to rededicate ourselves today to fully obey Him. But that's no surprise! We all know we should be obeying God more faithfully. The question is, why don't we?! In this section of Nehemiah we learn how to silence the two most common objections we use to avoid rededicating ourselves to obedience.
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03/09/2008
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Knock-Out Guilt
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Blake Jennings
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Nehemiah 9
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Have you ever been overwhelmed by guilt? By God's grace, there is an answer to the guilt and sorrow that our sins create: confession. Biblical confession in the pattern of Nehemiah 9 includes our declaration to God of what we have done wrong, in honesty and without excuse. But it doesn't end there. Confession also includes our declaration to God of what He has done for us as our Creator, our gracious promise-maker, our faithful promise-keeper, and our compassionate promise-restorer even after we have sinned.
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03/02/2008
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God's Grand Story
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Matt Morton
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Romans 11:1-36
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Romans
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God is arranging history to save men and women from every tribe and tongue and people and nation. By doing so, He will perfectly display His glory and wisdom.
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03/02/2008
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Listen! God is Speaking!
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 8
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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While the walls remained destroyed, it was physically impossible for the people to worship despite the completion of the temple. Enemies continually threatened the lives of worshippers (4:2). Upon completion of the walls, there was a greater level of security (6:15; 7:1). Now the people could get on with the business of worship. Ezra stepped in at this point to give spiritual direction by reading the Law, so long neglected. The people responded with celebration, confession of their sins, and remembrance of the faithfulness of the Lord.
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02/24/2008
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Without Excuse
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Matt Morton
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Romans 9:30-10:21
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Romans
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Just as Israel is held responsible for their response to Christ, you and I will be held responsible for the revelation we have received about Jesus. On the day of judgment there will be no excuse for refusing to believe in Jesus.
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02/24/2008
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Curing the Decay of Disunity
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 5
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Nehemiah's determination turned to anger. Attacks from enemies were to be expected, but God's own people hurting one another was reprehensible. The people of the land were called to restore a worshipping community for the glory of God's reputation. How could they do this if some were profiting by the destruction of their brothers? Nehemiah confronted his fellow Israelites, gave them specific directives to remedy the harm they had done, and then he led them by example. He sacrificed for God's people and surrendered his right to personal profit. The result was a unified community, glorifying God together.
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02/23/2008
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Beyond Justice to Generosity
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Blake Jennings
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Nehemiah 5
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Nehemiah's determination turned to anger. Attacks from enemies were to be expected, but God's own people hurting one another was reprehensible. The people of the land were called to restore a worshipping community for the glory of God's reputation. How could they do this if some were profiting by the destruction of their brothers? Nehemiah confronted his fellow Israelites, gave them specific directives to remedy the harm they had done, and then he led them by example. He sacrificed for God's people and surrendered his right to personal profit. The result was a unified community, glorifying God together.
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02/17/2008
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The Reliable King
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Matt Morton
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Romans 9:1-29
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Romans
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God's faithfulness to the nation of Israel demonstrates that He can be trusted when He makes promises to us. His ways never change, His sovereignty can be trusted, and His mercy extends far.
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02/17/2008
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Praise the Lord and Pick Up Your Sword
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 4:1-23 & 6:1-9
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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As the Jews began to make progress on rebuilding the wall, opposition intensified. Even after completion of the wall, the opposition did not relent. Nehemiah met the opposition in the strength and wisdom of the Lord. He trusted in God and took very practical steps to insure the continuation of God's work. Anyone and everyone who participates in the work of God on earth will experience opposition. Will we respond in faith, wisdom and strength? Or will we allow discouragement to overwhelm us, bringing God's work through us to a halt?
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02/16/2008
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Praise the Lord and Pick Up Your Sword
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Blake Jennings
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Nehemiah 4:1-23 & 6:1-9
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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As the Jews began to make progress on rebuilding the wall, opposition intensified. Even after completion of the wall, the opposition did not relent. Nehemiah met the opposition in the strength and wisdom of the Lord. He trusted in God and took very practical steps to insure the continuation of God's work. Anyone and everyone who participates in the work of God on earth will experience opposition. Will we respond in faith, wisdom and strength? Or will we allow discouragement to overwhelm us, bringing God's work through us to a halt?
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02/10/2008
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A Secure Promise
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Matt Morton
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Romans 8:28-39
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Romans
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For those who have trusted in Jesus Christ, we can rest assured that absolutely nothing can remove us from God's love or cause us to lose the salvation He has given us.
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02/10/2008
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Ordinary People Doing Extraordinary Things
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Don Breland
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Nehemiah 3:1-32
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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In Nehemiah 3, God demonstrates how He uses ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary plan.
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02/03/2008
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Adopted by the King
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Matt Morton
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Romans 8:14-27
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Romans
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The Holy Spirit reminds us of the blessings of adoption that we possess as children of God through Jesus Christ. He helps us to remember that there are still many heavenly blessings to come and He teaches us to know God while we wait for Christ's return.
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02/03/2008
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Eyes to See, Ears to Hear
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 2:9-20
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Nehemiah gathered strength and discerned God's vision through a lengthy time of prayer (ch. 1). Following the vision God placed in the heart of Nehemiah for Jerusalem's future, this godly servant-leader quietly gathered information, made plans and then planted the seed of hope in the hearts of the leaders around him. God gave the vision first to Nehemiah, but every one of God's servants had a part to play.
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01/27/2008
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Free To Obey
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Matt Morton
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Romans 8:1-13
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Romans
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The solution to our struggle with the flesh is found in God's gracious provision of the Holy Spirit. Every believer has the option of listening to the Spirit's voice to please God rather than to the voice of the flesh, which will always be hostile to God and unable to please Him.
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01/27/2008
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Big God, Bold Faith
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 2:1-8
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Nehemiah patiently waited and prayed for four months. When opportunity arose, although the risk was great and he feared for his life, he made his request with boldness. Patient prayer resulted in courageous action. As a result of God's favor, the king granted Nehemiah's request.
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01/20/2008
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The War Within
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Blake Jennings
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Romans 7
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Romans
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In verses 14-25, Paul reveals that the normal Christian life is a continuous battle against the sin nature that still dwells within all believers. This sin nature still has mastery over our flesh, our fallen human nature, and as a result, when we try to win this battle with our own strength and will-power, we inevitably fail.
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01/20/2008
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The Beginning of a Great Work Part 2: Nehemiah's Prayer
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 1:5-11
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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Nehemiah faced impossible circumstances. And yet he was able to pray with boldness because he knew his God. To know God, we must know His word. To know His word is to know His will. As a result of Nehemiah's prayer and courage, seemingly impossible things happen. Do we know how to pray in this way?
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01/13/2008
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What Is Your One Thing?
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Matt Morton
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Luke 10:38-42
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Series:
College_Life
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When we are focused on knowing Jesus Christ as the top priority of our lives, we are then able to serve Him and effectively represent Him in the world.
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01/13/2008
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The Beginning of a Great Work Part 1: Nehemiah's Perspective
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Brian Fisher
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Nehemiah 1:1-4
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Ezra_Haggai_Nehemiah_Malachi
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In biblical times, the walls of a city held great significance. They represented the local deity's concern for his people and his power to protect them. Broken walls... weak god... great dishonor for both the god and his people. Yahweh, the King, not just of a limited earthly location but of all the universe, was dishonored by the condition of His holy city, Jerusalem. The temple had been restored under the leadership of Zerubbabel the governor and Joshua the high priest and through the exhortation of the prophets Haggai and Zechariah. However, the people were afraid to worship because the city afforded them no protection. Therefore God raised up another generation of leaders, headed by Nehemiah and Ezra and exhorted by the prophet Malachi, to rebuild the walls and reform the worship. As we study the books of Nehemiah and Malachi this semester, may God instruct us in lessons of spiritual leadership and may we discover how we can courageously bring Him honor in our own generation. Our God is strong! Our God deserves all honor and glory!
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01/06/2008
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Have a Purposeful New Year!
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Brad Evans
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Philippians 3:12-14
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The New Year is a great time for us to align (or re-align) our priorities to God's priorities for our lives.
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