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A Servant's Passion

Jim Leffel

2 Timothy 4:7-8

Paul told Timothy that God gifted him in ministry, likewise he has gifted each of us. God has given us a purpose to go out and share His message of love and salvation to this world, and He wants us to use the gifts He has given us to accomplish this purpose. God has a powerful plan for your life, and if you depend on Him, He can use you to do things that will leave an eternal impact.

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1 Timothy 4:10-16, 1 Corinthians 12:7-12, 1 Corinthians 4:1-11 Tim 4:10-16,1 Cor 12:7-12,1 Cor 4:1-1 1Tim 4:10-16, 1Cor 12:7-12, 1Cor 4:1...

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Affluent Christians and Their Poor Neighbors

Dennis McCallum

James 2:5

The Chrisitan worldview is one of the few worldviews that elevates the poor out of a social structure that says they are a burden or unwanted. We all are fellow heirs to the kingdom with equal status in our standing with God to those who have redemption in Christ. Are we grateful to God to be in the position to have a positive impact and meet the needs of the poor in the world? Or do we go through our busy lives of excess and forget about the great commission?

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James 5:11-14, Titus 2:4-8, Titus 3:5-5Jas 5:11-14,Titus 2:4-8,Titus 3:5-5 Jas 5:11-14, Titus 2:4-8, Titus 3:5-5By Dennis McCallum Teachi...

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Power of the Gospel (Part 2): Defeating Sickness and Death

Jim Leffel

Mark 5:21-53

Mark records Jesus healing two different people: the famous synagogue leader named Jairus and a bleeding woman. While Jairus was famous, esteemed, and spoke to Jesus directly, the woman was anonymous, rejected, and sneaky. In their desperation, both had the same faith in the person of Jesus. Jairus and the woman both received more healing and grace than they were expecting.

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Mark 5:21-53Mark 5:21-53 Mark 5:21-53By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 02/22/2009Mark records Jesus healing two different people: the famous s...

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The Wisdom From Above or Below?

Dennis McCallum

James 4:1-3

We all have some tendencies to act in the wisdom of the world; as we grow with God, He is going to correct our hearts and minds as to how we act and react to the people around us. God is gracious and will reveal aspects of ourselves to us as we sit under Him in His word. Ultimately God is going to provide the change in our thinking, but it all starts with a saving relationship with God through His son's death on the cross for our sins.

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James 3:13-18, James 4:1-3Jas 3:13-18,Jas 4:1-3 Jas 3:13-18, Jas 4:1-3By Dennis McCallum Teaching Date: 02/16/2009We all have some tenden...

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Gospel of Radical Grace

Jim Leffel

Mark 2:13-17

In Rome, tax collectors represented a system of extortion and betrayal, and were seen as sinners and outcasts. The Pharisees were correct in their moral assessment of tax extortion, but drew the wrong conclusion about Jesus spending time with them. Jesus demonstrates that the gospel of radical grace is both mercy to the undeserving and healing for the sick. Malia Bauer's testimony about her experience of God's healing and grace was included.

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Mark 2:13-17Mark 2:13-17 Mark 2:13-17By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 01/11/2009In Rome, tax collectors represented a system of extortion and...

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Solomon's Temple

Scott Risley

1 Kings 5:1-8:60

King Solomon erects an elaborate temple for the Lord as His resting place on Earth. It took seven years to construct and God's presence was restricted to the innermost chamber in which people were forbidden to enter. After Jesus was crucified and raised from the dead, He sent the Holy Spirit to reside within us. Every believer is a temple of God.

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1 Kings 5:1-8:601 Kgs 5:1-8:60 1King 5:1-8:60By Scott Risley Teaching Date: 11/10/2008King Solomon erects an elaborate temple for the Lor...

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Lessons From the Past: The Social Gospel

Scott Arnold

James 1:27

In recent history, the evangelical church has done a poor job of being involved in meeting the needs of the poor. This only further adds to the view of evangelicals as hypocritical and judgmental. Caring for the poor is a Biblical command, however, and we must be willing to meet not just the spiritual needs of people but the physical needs as well.

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Luke 10:25-37, James 1:27-27Luke 10:25-37,Jas 1:27-27 Luke 10:25-37, Jas 1:27-27By Scott Arnold Teaching Date: 07/24/2008In recent histor...

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Getting Real

Jim Leffel

2 Corinthians 2:1-4

Paul's desire to see the Corinthians again highlights characteristics of their relationship. Paul's relationship with the Corinthians could be described as high-risk with close-bonds. He was genuine and clearly communicated his love for the Corinthians, shared deep compassion with them, was convinced of this relationship based around God, and encountered much joy and confidence in them. These types of close relationships are effective and satisfying and should be the general trend within Christian community.

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2 Corinthians 2:1-42 Cor 2:1-4 2Cor 2:1-4By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 02/04/2007Paul's desire to see the Corinthians again highlights cha...

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The God of All Comfort

Jim Leffel

2 Corinthians 1:1-11

Christians can develop a more thorough knowledge of God as they willingly participate with how He wants to use our sufferings. As we experience sufferings, we get a greater awareness and understanding of God's comfort for us, and are empowered to give that to others as they need comfort amidst suffering. Christians who grow in their endurance amidst suffering are able to have increased hope in light of unfavorable circumstances and can view their suffering as a new way to develop further dependence on God over self.

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2 Corinthians 1:1-112 Cor 1:1-11 2Cor 1:1-11By Jim Leffel Teaching Date: 01/21/2007Christians can develop a more thorough knowledge of Go...

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