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Temptation

Dennis McCallum

James 1:13-15

James warns on the temptations of the world and how we view them over God. Legitimate desires become lust when we look to them for meaning and happiness rather than God. When we view desires as solutions to our problems they become lusts and displace God. We have the option to admit our problems without blame-shifting, and to cling to God's Truth.

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James 1:13-15Jas 1:13-15 Jas 1:13-15By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 01/12/2009James warns on the temptations of the world and how we vi...

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Getting Ready to Give

Dennis McCallum

James 1:1-8

Are we willing to turn to God to seek wisdom in the midst of suffering? James talks about perseverance through trials and, with wisdom from God, to consider trials an opportunity for joy. We can turn to God who will give us the strength to make it through trials and shape us in our broken state to be used in His plans. God is going to provide for us if we are sold out for Him in our hearts and minds. When we are provided for through Him we are able to become grateful and able to give out to others who are also going through trials.

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James 1:1-8Jas 1:1-8 Jas 1:1-8By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 01/05/2009Are we willing to turn to God to seek wisdom in the midst of su...

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Knowing God

Jim Leffel

Jeremiah 9:23-24

Jeremiah explains what it means to know God and demonstrate God, rather than boasting in our own wisdom, power, and riches. We know God through His initiative and provision of reconciliation, regeneration, and redemption. God's love is demonstrated by His mercy, His provision, and His blessing. Followers of God demonstrate His love to others.\r\n

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Jeremiah 9:23-24Jer 9:23-24 Jer 9:23-24By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 10/05/2008Jeremiah explains what it means to know God and demonstrate...

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Introducing the Man & His Time

Jim Leffel

Jeremiah 1:1-16

God calls Jeremiah to be a prophet to the nation of Judah and warns them if they do not turn from their evil ways they will be destroyed like the nation of Israel. The nation of Judah is contrasted with the heart of Jeremiah. Judah's heart is unfaithful to God, their destruction is looming, and they will be ruled by the Babylonians. Jeremiah has a heart for God, knows a future exodus is coming, and trusts God to rule his future. In His sovereignty, God has a calling for each of us and He promises to accomplish His word.\r\n

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Jeremiah 1:1-16Jer 1:1-16 Jer 1:1-16By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 08/03/2008God calls Jeremiah to be a prophet to the nation of Judah and ...

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The Kosmos

Dennis McCallum

James 4:4

The Kosmos, a world-system set up by Satan in contrast to God's way of living, is well taught on throughout the Bible. Christians should recognize this system and fight against it, in contrast to how the American church has fed into this system, causing many people to compromise their faith. Far too often, Christians look no different from non-believers in this area, falling into greed and materialism along with the rest of our culture. We cannot serve two masters. Therefore, we must take a stand against this system and its damaging effects.

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Matthew 6:24-24, 1 John 2:15-17, James 4:4-4Matt 6:24-24,1 John 2:15-17,Jas 4:4-4 Matt 6:24-24, 1Jn 2:15-17, Jas 4:4-4By Dennis McCallum ...

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8 Essential Attitudes (Part 6)

Dennis McCallum

Hebrews 13:10-16

In order to be associated with Christ, Christians must reject the temptation to conform to what the world says is appealing. Instead, we should focus on what God says is important, and actively worship Him by praising Him, ministering to others and sharing with others. This form of worship is pleasing to God, and allows us to stand out in an increasingly conforming world. Christians who do not conform to the world around them are characterized by their thankfulness and how God is at the center of their lives.

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Hebrews 13:10-16Heb 13:10-16 Heb 13:10-16By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 02/18/2008In order to be associated with Christ, Christians mu...

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8 Essential Attitudes (Part 3)

Dennis McCallum

Hebrews 13:5-6

Developing God's perspective on money is of utmost importance to Christians. God desires to free us from anxiety and fear that comes from the love of money, and instead teach us how to draw contentment and security from what He's provided. As God provides more freedom and contentment in this area, Christians are freed up to focus more on His will for our lives, be excited for His purposes, and enter into deep relationships with others. Developing a stewardship mentality over an ownership mentality concerning God's money is crucial for Christians wanting see freedom in this area.

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Hebrews 13:5-6Heb 13:5-6 Heb 13:5-6By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 01/28/2008Developing God's perspective on money is of utmost importa...

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8 Essential Attitudes (Part 2)

Dennis McCallum

Hebrews 13:3-4

Christians should remember those who are ill-treated and are undergoing suffering, as they are all a part of the body of Christ. Christians are instructed to honor marriage that is within God's design - a heterosexual, monogamous relationship. This type of relationship is increasingly rare in our society, but glorifies God and should stand distinct in our world. Those who are non-married should develop skills to be effective in marriage, and those within marriage should have a high priority on creating a God-honoring marriage.

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Hebrews 13:3-4Heb 13:3-4 Heb 13:3-4By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 01/21/2008Christians should remember those who are ill-treated and a...

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The Difficulties of a Life Based on Self

Dennis McCallum

2 Timothy 3:1-3

We're designed to live in union with God. In the last days people will live separately from God and for self. Living for self is a broken path. We try to gratify the demands it lays without any lasting satisfaction. When we put pleasure-seeking at the center, the thing that used to create pleasure doesn't do the job anymore. These are the dynamics of addiction and become a devastating habit that ends up taking us over. God gives us an alternative so that we can have a growing sense of freedom from the enslaving habits that take us over.

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2 Timothy 3:1-32 Tim 3:1-3 2Tim 3:1-3By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 06/30/2007We're designed to live in union with God. In the last da...

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