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What's So Great about Christianity?

James Rochford

1 Peter 1:1-12

Everything in this life is perishable, defiled, and fading away. But we rejoice because we have obtained an inheritance that is eternal, imperishable, undefiled, and will not fade away. We can endure trials and suffering in this life because we have a salvation that results in us having praise and glory and honor at the appearing of Christ. We never have to doubt God's love for us. Our slate has been wiped clean and our place in eternity is secure. God will heap such rewards on us that we can't fathom the magnitude of what we are going to experience in that day.

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1 Peter 1:1-121 Pet 1:1-12 1Pet 1:1-12By James Rochford Teaching Date: 07/19/2021Everything in this life is perishable, defiled, and fadi...

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A Life of Inexpressible Joy

Conrad Hilario

1 Peter 1:1-9

Upon receiving Christ, we become chosen by God, we have an imperishable inheritance, and we have incredible security in our salvation. God desires we obey him for the long term out of love and not out of fear for the short term. I response to his incredible gifts and our security in him, we can live a life of inexpressible joy, and courage even through times of difficult trials.

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1 Peter 1:1-91 Pet 1:1-9 1Pet 1:1-9By Conrad Hilario Teaching Date: 07/12/2021Upon receiving Christ, we become chosen by God, we have an ...

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Participating in Christ's Suffering

Jim Leffel

Colossians 1:24-29

Participating in the suffering of Christ involves counting the cost of the pain of living in interdependent community, knowing the purpose of that pain and receiving the prize of following him, that is, joy. The experience of joy is directly related to the value of the object of joy, the incomparable Christ.

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Colossians 1:24-29Col 1:24-29 Col 1:24-29By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 07/11/2021Participating in the suffering of Christ involves countin...

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Things God has Done for Us

Dennis McCallum

1 Peter 1:1-9

Peter in 1 Peter 1 opens his first letter with a description of the things God has done for us who are in Christ. God has chosen us, set us apart. He has sprinkled us with the blood of Christ, allowing us to be spiritually reborn. We and all his promises to us are kept safe and secure by the power of God. We have the healing of our souls so damaged by sin. And finally we have the gift of suffering, which among other things, teaches us to truly depend upon God and not ourselves.

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1 Peter 1:1-91 Pet 1:1-9 1Pet 1:1-9By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 07/08/2021Peter in 1 Peter 1 opens his first letter with a descripti...

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The Secret of Contentment

James Rochford

Philippians 4:10-13

Most people assume good circumstances equals contentment, bad circumstances equals discontent, but Paul tells us we can learn the secret of being content in all circumstances, whether good or bad. The way to contentment involves giving voluntarily to others, receiving from others, making love an ongoing lifestyle, and finding confidence in and from Christ. Paul really, truly believed that Jesus would always love him, never leave him, and will continue to empower him.

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Philippians 4:10-13Phil 4:10-13 Phil 4:10-13By James Rochford Teaching Date: 07/01/2021Most people assume good circumstances equals conte...

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The Great Secret

Conrad Hilario

Philippians 4:10-23

Paul had learned the secret of contentment regardless of his circumstances. We think attaining success or accomplishing goals, or freedom from pain and suffering, or making more money will lead to happiness. The real secret to happiness is found in altering your expectations. Instead of expecting to win the Gold medal, be thrilled to win the Bronze. Stop looking at others to see how you stack up, to see if they have more than you. If you read Paul's writings chronologically, you will see he starts out comparing himself favorably to others but by the end of his life, he calls himself the worst of sinners.

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Philippians 4:10-23Phil 4:10-23 Phil 4:10-23By Conrad Hilario Teaching Date: 06/28/2021Paul had learned the secret of contentment regardl...

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The Secret of Contentment

Chris Hearty

Philippians 4:10-20

Contentment can never be achieved by always getting what you want. It must be learned through practice. Paul had learned the secret to contentment regardless of his circumstances, whether good or bad. He learned this through the Holy Spirit who strengthened him. Paul connects the state of contentment with the act of giving. When we are content, with or without, we are not afraid to give generously because we know God will provide for us. Paul calls this trusting generosity worship, a pleasing and fragrant offering to God

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Philippians 4:10-20Phil 4:10-20 Phil 4:10-20By Chris Hearty Teaching Date: 06/28/2021Contentment can never be achieved by always getting ...

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Mind Over Mood

James Rochford

Philippians 4:4-9

Paul contends that we can experience joy even in the midst of suffering. We do this by presenting all our anxious thoughts to God in prayer with thanksgiving. Gratitude affects our prayers by helping us appreciate the goodness of God, makes us bolder and heals our emotional life. By focusing on positive truths, we are not denying the negatives in the world but we are countering our innate negative bias. But, prayer with gratitude is only effective if one actually puts it into practice.

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Philippians 4:4-9Phil 4:4-9 Phil 4:4-9By James Rochford Teaching Date: 06/24/2021Paul contends that we can experience joy even in the mid...

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How to Become Spiritually Stable

Chris Hearty

Philippians 4:1-9

\r\nPaul describes to the Philippians how to stand firm in the Lord. Experiencing the peace of God is one way of knowing that you are in the will of God. He lists seven ways we can become spiritually stable. Have unity and humility in relationships. Cultivate a heart of joy. Become a person that is easy to please. Live with expectancy that Jesus is returning soon. Replace anxiety with prayer. Think about the positive things listed in verse 8. The facts in our heads should become truth in our hearts and lead to action in our lives.

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Philippians 4:1-9Phil 4:1-9 Phil 4:1-9By Chris Hearty Teaching Date: 06/21/2021\r\nPaul describes to the Philippians how to stand firm in...

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