“Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who works in you both to will and to do for His good pleasure.” (Philippians 2:12-13) Our salvation is our responsibility, …

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“Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. ‘Honor your father and mother,’ which is the first commandment with promise: ‘that it may be well with you and you may live long on the earth.’ And you, fathers, do not provoke your children to wrath, but bring them up in the training …

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The church is according to God’s eternal purpose in Christ (cf. Ephesians 3:10-11). By design, the church is to bring glory to God in Christ. However, it is important we understand this functions on the local level. It is a Christian’s obligation to be joined to a local body of believers, and to contribute to …

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The church is according to God’s eternal purpose in Christ (cf. Ephesians 3:10-11). By design, the church is to bring glory to God in Christ. However, it is important we understand this functions on the local level. It is a Christian’s obligation to be joined to a local body of believers, and to contribute to …

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The church is according to God’s eternal purpose in Christ (cf. Ephesians 3:10-11). By design, the church is to bring glory to God in Christ. However, it is important we understand this functions on the local level. It is a Christian’s obligation to be joined to a local body of believers, and to contribute to …

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Paul speaks of Christians being sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise who also acts as a guarantee of our inheritance (cf. Ephesians 1:13-14). What is the seal of the Holy Spirit? How is He a guarantee for us? Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link …

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Genesis 16 records the time when Sarai and Abram took matters into their own hands, seeking to find fulfillment in God’s promises through their own wisdom. Giving Hagar to Abram as wife proved to be problematic. One effect was the affliction of Hagar. The account preserves a most comforting aspect of God – “Then she …

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The Bible tells us we have been given “exceedingly great and precious promises” (2 Peter 1:4). God’s promises are certain. We depend upon these promises, and must stand on them. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in the track list and select “Save link as…”

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“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” (Romans 12:2) We must not heed the advice of the world, but follow Christ. Ppt: Outline: To download, right-click on the title in …

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“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. For I rejoiced greatly when brethren came and testified of the truth that is in you, just as you walk in the truth. I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in …

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