The Lifeway Bible Studies podcast is the perfect companion for your small group or Bible study. Join us each week as we go through the latest and most popular Bible studies available from Lifeway, a premiere Christian publisher. All Bible studies, including video materials and workbooks, are available at https://www.lifeway.com/en/shop/bible-studies
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Romans Chapter 8: Climbing to a Place of Confident Faith Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you’ve ever had feelings like, “I’m not good enough,” “I’m never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this video series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hop ...
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Exploring the Heart of the Parables Stories Jesus Told is a six week mini-series with teaching from author Daniel Fusco. Everyone loves a good story. Whether it’s a novel, film, or song, we are products of the narratives that have formed us—for good or bad. If you need fresh inspiration or are stuck living under the weight of a story you can’t shake off, consider this study of the parables of Jesus. Through six sessions, you’ll hear directly from Jesus through the Word. His parables not only ...
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The God's Design series is a 6 week series for small groups, families, and churches. Each season explores what the Bible has to say about God's design for you individually and as a community. This popular series goes through: 1. God's Design For Your Life 2. God's Design For Great Relationships 3. God's Design For Growing Spiritually 4. God's Design For Greatness 5. God's Design For Changing The World 6. God's Design For Authentic Worship Each episode includes free access to study guides and ...
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We help resource and equip group leaders and pastors in the local church to build leaders who build groups that build disciples in community with one another together.
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Turn Hardship and Doubt into Hope and Power It's hard to understand in the moment, but sorrow can give you perspective, purpose, and a platform. It’s called a “roar story.” And you can use it to inspire others to see the bright future beyond their darkest days. Whether you’ve suffered in the past, are in a trial now, or want to prepare for the inevitable challenges to come, this Bible study can provide help, hope, and healing, all for the glory of God. Both instructive and deeply inspiration ...
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Ecclesiastes: Finding Meaning in a World of Passing Pursuits - With Barnabas Piper - A Lifeway Study
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Barnabas Piper is an assistant pastor at Immanuel Church in Nashville and is the author or coauthor of several books and small group studies, including The Pastor’s Kid, Help My Unbelief, and Hoping for Happiness. Prior to being called into ministry Barnabas worked in Christian publishing for almost 15 years. He co-hosts the Curious Curmudgeons podcast, writes regularly for He Reads Truth, and has contributed to numerous other websites and publications. Piper speaks regularly at churches, ca ...
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Standing Firm: A Come Follow Me Podcast is a weekly show that discusses the Come, Follow Me curriculum of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Hosted by brothers Louie and Jordan Unga, Standing Firm explores the word of God as given in holy scripture. The Book of Mormon, Holy Bible, Doctrine & Covenants and Pearl of Great Price along with the words of modern-day prophets all bear witness of the divinity of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Join us each week for an overview of th ...
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Study Gateway's First Listens: Find your next Bible study! Join host Shelley Leith as she curates first sessions of Bible studies on various themes each season, taught by some of the world’s most influential Christian authors, teachers, and pastors. To learn more, visit https://StudyGateway.com.
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If you’ve been looking for comprehensive Bible school curriculum that explores redemptive realities in Jesus Christ, grounded in the Word of God- look no further. The goal of this podcast is to spread the life transforming Word of God throughout the world: for the equipping of the saints to do the work of the ministry, and to build up the Body of Christ in what Jesus has accomplished for us through His death, burial, resurrection and seating at the right hand of God the Father. There's such ...
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The Men in the Arena podcast equips Christian men in the stress bubble of life: married, with kids, building your career and trying to follow God while leading your family well. We'll help you become your best version, equipping you to honor God in your marriage, parenting, work, church and community! Tuesday's podcast is Equipping Men in Ten - a ten-minute, laser-focused teaching from Jim Ramos to help you become your best version of a man. Friday's podcast is a high-octane interview with a ...
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Jesus always has more life for you than you have known. How do we follow him and discover what it is to flourish and thrive in today's complex, challenging world? How do we have the intimate relationship with God our hearts long for? Troy Marshall Kennedy responds to these all-important questions as a veteran pastor, teacher, and author. Join us as we explore rhythms of life and practice to help us love Jesus, become like Jesus, and share Jesus in our everyday lives. Season one episodes will ...
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REVIVAL HOMESCHOOL, Christian Parenting, Homeschool Routines, Time Management, Bible Study, Christian Mom
Brandy Coffin - Christian Coach for Homeschool Moms
Do you want a peaceful, successful homeschool but instead feel overwhelmed and unproductive? Do you want to enjoy homeschooling and have fun but instead spend many of your days in a power struggle over schoolwork? Are you burnt out trying to balance all your responsibilities and figure it all out on your own? It’s time to try a new way… God is calling your family to step into His peace; even on those days you’re worried your kids aren’t learning anything, you’re trying to remember why you ch ...
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Once a month the Sunday School Teachers for Trinity get together to study God's Word as outlined for the lessons of the coming weeks, as led by Pastor Jonathan Holmes. The curriculum we currently use is "Growing in Christ," released by Concordia Publishing House (CPH). See http://sites.cph.org/sundayschool/growing-in-christ.asp for more information concerning the curriculum. Know that this podcast is intended for the Sunday School Teachers at Trinity and our context. However, if this is help ...
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Welcome to the Blended Families Ministry™ website. We are pleased you have come to visit us. We are dedicated to the restoration and reconciliation of blended families. We offer curriculum for individual and group study that is certified for credit at the Phoenix University of Theology. We also have several pages on Facebook available for the discussion of specific issues you may have relating to Blended Family. Welcome to the Blended Families Ministry™ https://www.blendedfamiliesministry.or ...
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128. Fresh Ideas for Your Fall Homeschool! 3 Homeschool Moms Discuss Their Homeschool Styles, Curriculum & Routines.
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Happy July! I hope you're enjoying all of the summer fun! As a homeschool mom, I know you’re probably thinking ahead to the fall & all your plans for next school year... picking out the curriculum, and envisioning what you want your next season to look like. This is such an exciting part of homeschooling! Listen in today for inspiration and great i…
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Should I Marry Her? How Do You Know She's "The One?" - Equipping Men in Ten EP 752
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Is the woman you're dating "The One?" How can a man know? In this week's 10-min equipping episode, Jim Ramos helps you decide if the one you're with is the soul mate God has for you. [Honor God with your fitness! Our podcast sponsor is the MTNTOUGH fitness app. Use code 'Arena30' at MTNTough.com for 6 weeks free access.]…
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Christian Men DATING: Choosing a Christian Girlfriend (5 Things to Look For) - Equipping Men in Ten EP 751
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How should Christian men choose who to date? Christian dating can be tricky. In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos gives you 5 things to look for in the women you date. If you choose a Christian girlfriend and date her using these 5 guidelines, you'll end up with a woman who is wife material.…
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The Parable of the Wheat and the Weeds - Session 4 of Stories Jesus Told with Daniel Fusco
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Expectations ruin relationships! Through the parable of the wheat and weeds we learn about how our expectations for church affect our relationship with church. To get the full study, visit https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/stories-jesus-told And for more great studies, curriculum, and podcasts, including Lifeway series like this one, head o…
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Finding Meaning in a World of Passing Pursuits The book of Ecclesiastes offers a biblical perspective on everything “under the sun.” This Bible study explores the wisdom of living in light of the reality “above the sun.” A joyful life begins by stopping the manic pursuit of pleasure and fulfillment in earthly things. Happiness and pleasure are gift…
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This is session 3 of the study "More Than a Sidekick: Serving Alongside Others."By Angie Elkins
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The Discourses of Jesus: The Sign of Jonah
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Gospel Series- The Discourses of Jesus: www.wordinspire.org Discourse: “The Sign of Jonah” Reference: Matthew 12:38-42; Luke 11:29-32 Theme: The Greatest Sign for Mankind is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the Dead Context: Jesus was at a Synagogue on the Sabbath Teaching the People Matthew 12:38-42 Then…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Gospel Series- The Discourses of Jesus: www.wordinspire.org Discourse: “On Relationships” Reference: Matthew 12:46-50; Mark 3:31-35; Luke 8:19-21 Theme: Looking beyond the Natural Point of View to Eternal Realities Context: While Jesus was Still Talking to the Crowd, Mary and her Sons wanted to see Him Matthew…
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July 22nd - 28th: Alma 32-35 "Plant This Word in Your Hearts"
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Send us your thoughts in a text message! Join Jordan and Louie this week as our discussion turns to the amazing teachings of Alma regarding the attributes of faith and how we grow it. We discuss Alma's allegory of faith being like a seed, how God hears our prayers at all times and in all places, and Jordan's free throw routine! All this and more th…
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In this episode, we discuss the Suicide epidemic in America and how small groups can play a role in remedying the situation with expert Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason, who travels the country speaking on this pertinent topic. Jon has worked as a speaker with Stand to Reason since 2019. A former atheist, Jon used to think belief in God was unwarrant…
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I'm a Christian...Now What?? 5 Next Steps for New Christians - Equipping Men in Ten EP 750
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So you've given your life to Jesus - what do you do next? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos walks you through 5 simple things you should do now that you're a Christian. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]…
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How Do I Know For Sure I’m Saved? Am I Really Going to Heaven? – Equipping Men in Ten EP 749
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Are you REALLY saved? Is the prayer you said in middle school enough to get you to heaven? How can you know FOR SURE that you’re saved? In this week’s 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible says about how to know if your salvation is for real. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for …
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The Parables of Lost Things - Session 3 of Stories Jesus Told with Daniel Fusco
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Why does Jesus tell so many "lost things" parables? The parable of the lost coin, the lost sheep, and the prodigal son all tell the story of someone finding something that was lost. These parables are central because they are Jesus telling us his mission; the reason why he came. To get the full study, visit https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family…
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Finding Meaning in a World of Passing Pursuits The book of Ecclesiastes offers a biblical perspective on everything “under the sun.” This Bible study explores the wisdom of living in light of the reality “above the sun.” A joyful life begins by stopping the manic pursuit of pleasure and fulfillment in earthly things. Happiness and pleasure are gift…
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This is session 2 of the study "More Than a Sidekick: Serving Alongside Others."By Angie Elkins
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July 15th - 21st: Alma 30-31 "The Virtue of the Word of God"
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Send us your thoughts in a text message! This week, we discuss the wayward teachings of Korihor, the antichrist. Alma's response and modern day Korihors. We also discuss the powerful mission of the missionaries to the Zoramites in Antionum. All of this and more this week on Standing Firm, A Come Follow Me Podcast.…
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Jonah in the Bible: Saying YES to God – Message at the MAG EP 748
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Do you struggle to say YES to the things God places on your heart? It’s a struggle for many of us, including Jonah in the Bible. Today, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches from the story of Jonah and the power of saying YES to God’s will and the dangers of saying NO. This message is from The MAG, The McMinville Area Gathering for men in McMinnville, Oregon. Y…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 8 – Charismata Review The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father spoken of in R…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 7 – Leadership And Mercy The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father spoken of i…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 6 – Exhortation And Giving The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father spoken of…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 5 – Serving And Teaching The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father spoken of i…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 4 – New Testament Examples Of Prophecy Grace The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of th…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 3 – Prophecy The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father spoken of in Romans 12:…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 2 – Charisma As A Special Function The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father s…
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The Seven Grace Gifts – Lesson 1 – The Trinity Endowments The New Testament reveals that each member of the Trinity gives special endowments, or gifts, to the Body of Christ. Most of famous these are the nine gifts of the Spirit. Second in fame are the fivefold ministry gifts of the Son. Least known are the seven grace gifts of the Father spoken of…
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127. When You Feel Like Giving Up... Study of Galatians 6:9 Homeschool, Christian Parenting, Homeschool Routines, Christian Mom, Homeschool Schedules
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Do you Ever feel like your work as a Christian and homeschool mom isn’t amounting to anything and maybe it's time to give up on your vision or ideals? Maybe you're trying to teach your child to read; you're trying all the methods, but nothing seems to work... Or, you're struggling to keep up with the housework no matter how hard you try.. Or, you'r…
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Becoming Spiritual Leader: How Christian Men Can Get Started on Spiritual Leadership - Equipping Men in Ten EP 747
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You know you should be the spiritual leader, but where do you start? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches Christian men how to get started on spiritual leadership, even if you haven't been setting a great example up to this point. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free ac…
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Vanity Under the Sun - Ecclesiastes Week 1
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Finding Meaning in a World of Passing Pursuits The book of Ecclesiastes offers a biblical perspective on everything “under the sun.” This Bible study explores the wisdom of living in light of the reality “above the sun.” A joyful life begins by stopping the manic pursuit of pleasure and fulfillment in earthly things. Happiness and pleasure are gift…
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The Parable of the Soils - Session 2 of Stories Jesus Told with Daniel Fusco
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How is your heart? In the parable of the sower, we see Jesus tell the story about the state of the heart. Hear this profound parable and share with your group today! To get the full study, visit https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/stories-jesus-told And for more great studies, curriculum, and podcasts, including Lifeway series like this one, …
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This is session 1 of the study "More Than a Sidekick: Serving Alongside Others."By Angie Elkins
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The Discourses of Jesus: Jesus and Beelzebub
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Gospel Series- The Discourses of Jesus: www.wordinspire.org Discourse: “Jesus and Beelzebub” Reference: Matthew 12:22-37; Mark 3:20-30; Luke 11:14-28 Theme: It was the Holy Spirit Manifesting through Jesus in Power as He does through us Today Context: Jesus Cast a demon out of a Man that had made him both Blin…
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July 8th - 14th: Alma 23-29 They "Never Did Fall Away"
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Send us your thoughts in a text message! This week on Standing Firm, A Come, Follow Me Podcast, Louie and Jordan discuss the covenant keeping people of Anti Nephi Lehi. Their courage and their ability to endure to the end is the model for all of us to follow. Please join us!By Sierra House Publishing, LLC
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When Can Christians Get Divorced? When Divorce is OKAY According to the Bible – Equipping Men in Ten EP 746
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When is it OK for Christians to get divorced? What does the Bible say about divorce? In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos walks you through the 2 biblical grounds for divorce. [Honor God through your fitness. Use code 'ARENA30' at mtntough.com for 6 weeks free access to the MTNTOUGH fitness app.]…
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Should Christians Still Tithe to the Church? What the Bible REALLY Teaches About Tithing - Equipping Men in Ten EP 745
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Should Christians tithe, or was that just for Jews? What does the Bible REALLY teach about tithing? The verses you usually hear about tithing might not mean that at all! In this week's 10-minute equipping episode, Pastor Jim Ramos teaches you what the Bible does and doesn't say about tithing, and gives you his interpretation of what this means prac…
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Why Parables? - Session 1 of Stories Jesus Told with Daniel Fusco
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The big question that we want to answer is, why did Jesus speak in parables? It's a great question. If Jesus came on a rescue mission for the world, why would he use parables as one of the primary ways to communicate with the people who he talked to? Simple, so that anyone could hear whether they had extensive education or whether they didn't even …
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Session 6 of the Bible Studies for Life Study "Promises We Can Count On."By Angie Elkins
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The Discourses of Jesus: Lord of the Sabbath
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Gospel Series- The Discourses of Jesus: www.wordinspire.org Discourse: “Lord of the Sabbath” Reference: Matthew 12:1-14; Mark 2:23-28; Luke 6:1-11; 14:1-6 Theme: The Value of a Person Supersedes Religious Traditions Context: Jesus and His Disciples were going through some Grain Fields and Eating as they went M…
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The Discourses of Jesus: Rest for the Weary
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Gospel Series- The Discourses of Jesus: www.wordinspire.org Discourse: “Rest for the Weary” Reference: Matthew 11:28-30 Theme: The Good News of the Gospel is that Jesus Obtained what we could not by ourselves - Life Context: Jesus was Teaching and Preaching in the Towns of Galilee Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me,…
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July 1st - 7th: Alma 17-22 "I Will Make an Instrument of Thee"
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Send us your thoughts in a text message! This week, we discuss the mission of the sons of Mosiah to the Lamanites. The success of the brothers was due to their service-first mindset, their persistence and most of all their reliance on the Lord and the Spirit of prophecy and revelation. This and much more this week on Standing Firm: A Come, Follow M…
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Season 4: Stories Jesus Told featuring Daniel Fusco: Exploring the Heart of the Parables
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Exploring the Heart of the Parables: Find all studies and guides at https://www.lifeway.com/en/product-family/stories-jesus-told Stories Jesus Told is a six week mini-series with teaching from author Daniel Fusco. Everyone loves a good story. Whether it’s a novel, film, or song, we are products of the narratives that have formed us—for good or bad.…
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Trailer: Ecclesiastes - How To Have A Bright Outlook In A Dark World By Barnabas Piper
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Finding Meaning in a World of Passing Pursuits The book of Ecclesiastes offers a biblical perspective on everything “under the sun.” This Bible study explores the wisdom of living in light of the reality “above the sun.” A joyful life begins by stopping the manic pursuit of pleasure and fulfillment in earthly things. Happiness and pleasure are gift…
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Becoming a Gospeler w/ Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson EP 744
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Do you hesitate to share your faith in Christ? Worry that you’re not qualified? Wonder how to do it without sounding weird? In this week’s interview, Jim Ramos is joined by Duck Dynasty’s Willie Robertson to talk about his new book,Gospeler: Turning Darkness into Light One Conversation at a Time. He shares why many Christians never move to the stag…
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