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Joy and Spiritual Unity

Jim Leffel

Philippians 2:1-3

Under great stress you learn more about who you really are. Suffering brings out critical weaknesses and also reveals your true priorities. Unity is essential in the midst of suffering. As Christians, we have a corporate identity in Christ and each other, through the Holy Spirit. Paul explains to the Philippians what spiritual unity looks like in every day life.

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Philippians 2:1-3Phil 2:1-3 Phil 2:1-3By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 11/06/2005Under great stress you learn more about who you really are. ...

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Withstanding Spiritual Agony

Dennis McCallum

Philippians 4:7

Paul taught us that it is important when we face times of spiritual agony to look back at the message that God has carved into our hearts. God writes His message in our lives through the experiences that we have, where we see Him provide for us or use us in other people's lives. When we look at all that God has done for us, it becomes clear that He will continue to work in our lives, and that we are headed toward overwhelming victory in Him.

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2 Corinthians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 1:27-27, John 14:7-72 Cor 2:8-9,2 Cor 1:27-27,John 14:7-7 2Cor 2:8-9, 2Cor 1:27-27, John 14:7-7By Denn...

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Consecration & Transformation

Jim Leffel

Romans 12:1-2

Biblical worship is demonstrated by a life lived fully for God based on His mercy as we present our whole lives before Him to be used as He wants. As a result, God is able to transform our thinking to go against the values of the world. Gradually, God is able to help us understand how to pursue His purposes better as His will becomes more clear for our lives.

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Romans 12:1-2Rom 12:1-2 Rom 12:1-2By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 01/23/2005Biblical worship is demonstrated by a life lived fully for God b...

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Get Your Head Together

Jim Leffel

Romans 8:1-27

Our new identity in Christ allows us to pursue spiritual growth through living according to the Holy Spirit. This happens as we set our minds habitually upon the Holy Spirit's work, leading to real life and peace. Five things that we should consider in our minds are: 1) the Holy Spirit's living presence in our lives; 2) how the Holy Spirit allows us to relate to God; 3) the transforming power of the Spirit; 4) the Spirit's ability to comfort and coach us in God's work; and 5) the Spirit's leading.

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Romans 8:1-27Rom 8:1-27 Rom 8:1-27By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 12/05/2004Our new identity in Christ allows us to pursue spiritual growth ...

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Becoming Who We Are (Part 2)

Dennis McCallum

Ephesians 1

When we place our faith in Christ, God's Spirit permanently indwells us, assuring us of our spot in eternity with Him. The security that comes from knowing Christ allows for high levels of commitment to Christ and vulnerability, and is the power source behind our service to God. Our new identity also provides us with objective and subjective revelation into God's truth. When Christians grow in their understanding of their identity, it allows for deeper closeness with God, stability amidst trials, and security as we await eternity with God.

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God's Work in Ephesus

Dennis McCallum

Acts 18

As the Christian movement in the area around Ephesus grows, three small, seemingly unconnected narratives are followed in Acts 18-19. Principles from these narratives are discussed and it's clear that God was supernaturally involved in these events. Expectations on if and how God will act are also discussed.

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Being Renewed

Jim Leffel

Ephesians 4:17-24

Ephesians emphasizes that lifestyle flows out of identity. The gentiles are described to have a darkened understanding, leading to a chaotic lifestyle. The prescription is a renewed understanding of the human condition, their culpable ignorance (which causes deep conflict and eventual callousness within), sensuality, and greed. All of these are ingrained habits that believers need the Spirit to transform. This new awareness leads believers to value a different way of living.

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Ephesians 4:17-24Eph 4:17-24 Eph 4:17-24By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 05/18/2003Ephesians emphasizes that lifestyle flows out of identity....

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Paul's Second Journey

Dennis McCallum

Acts 15:36-41

Paul's second missionary journey is a historical narrative that illustrates how to serve God. This journey highlights six ministry principles: 1) timing; 2) contextualization; 3) discipleship; 4) leading and empowering by the Holy Spirit; 5) spiritual warfare; and 6) having the right attitude. Ministry is the most exciting thing people can be part of and experience in this life.\r\n

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Acts 16:1-40, Acts 15:36-41Acts 16:1-40,Acts 15:36-41 Acts 16:1-40, Acts 15:36-41By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 05/17/2003Paul's secon...

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Paul's First Journey (Part 1)

Dennis McCallum

Acts 13:1-49

Paul and Barnabas are sent out by the Holy Spirit on their first missionary journey. As they travel from city to city, they teach the Good News that people are made right with God through believing in Jesus and not by their works. They teach the history of God's work through Israel and the coming and death of Jesus. This message is from the Creator and important for all people because God's love is for all people. Throughout their missionary journey they experience the positive impact and power from the Holy Spirit's work along with opposition.\r\n

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Acts 13:1-49Acts 13:1-49 Acts 13:1-49By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 04/19/2003Paul and Barnabas are sent out by the Holy Spirit on the...

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