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We Do Not Lose Heart - 2 Corinthians 4

In a world filled with anxieties and many things that might make us want to quit, we must be encouraged by the light, life, and lasting glory that Christ gives us.  We do not lose heart, because our hope is in Christ, and he will deliver us into something far better.

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Thy Kingdom Come - Isaiah 2:1-4

Jesus taught his disciples to pray for the kingdom; he preached that the kingdom was at hand; and his disciples said that the kingdom had come.  But many years before, Isaiah revealed what that kingdom would be like.

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Why Complaining Is a Problem - 1 Corinthians 10:9-10

It’s so easy to do, and probably something we need to constantly be reminded of.  Complaining is a problem for a variety of reasons, and in this lesson we explore a few.

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God's Power to Save - Romans 1:16

The gospel is the good news of what Christ as done for us, and in reality, what he has done for everyone.  God’s wants all people to be saved, but requires that they have obedient faith in order to recieve that gift. 

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Teach Us To Pray - Luke 11:1-4; Nehemiah 1

Prayer is essential for Christians.  Jesus taught his disciples to pray, and the apostles continued to encourage us to pray. Examples of prayer can be found throughout the Bible, such as we see in Nehemiah 1.

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He Will Surely Do It - 1 Thessalonians 5:24

Our God is a loving Father who keeps his promises.  He will give us everything we need, and will give us the help that we need.

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Living in the Peace of God: Part 2 - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Continuing in the theme of the Peace of God, we recognize that we can have peace within, aided by joy, prayer, and thanksgiving.  But most importantly we can have peace with God through Christ, as we are sanctified in him through the Spirit. 

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Living in the Peace of God: Part 1 - 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Living in the peace of God means having peace with others.  That includes those who lead us in the church, but also all of our fellow Christians.  It also means having peace with those outside of the body of Christ through patience and seeking what is good for them.

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But if Not... - Daniel 3:13-18

Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego show us how to trust in God.  We believe what he is able to do, and expect that he will do certain things for us, but even if he does not, we continue to trust him

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Set Apart to Stand Out - Luke 7:31-35

Christians are sanctified, or set apart. Followers of Jesus must live in holiness, which will often mean standing out from the crowd. Like John the Baptizer, one of God’s great servants, the choices we make in order to follow Jesus will cause us to stand out. They may even cause us to be mocked. But we must never be afraid to be different, to stand out, so that we can make a difference for Christ.

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The Coming day of the Lord - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11

Paul’s words in 1 Thessalonians 4 and 5 are encouraging.   They are meant to give us hope, especially when we consider those loved ones that have left us to go on to their reward.  But it is also a reminder that Jesus will come again, and as we consider that theme, we should consider what it means to be ready for that day.

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Walking to Please God - 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Every day living as a Christian is part of a lifelong walk with Jesus.  Throughout the New Testament are reminders of how we should walk, that is how we should live as followers of Christ. In 1 Thessalonians 4, there are three thoughts for us to consider: we must walk in sanctification, in brotherly love, and in quietness.

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A People of Truth - 1 Kings 22

It is heartbreaking to think of a Christian ever saying or sharing something that is not true. And yet, many share things every day that do not line up with the facts.  This lesson is a call to action, to take a stand for what is true, to be determined to speak no word that is not true, and to especially focus on the proclaiming of the word of God.

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The Word at Work in You - 1 Thessalonians 2:13

Paul applauded the church in Thessalonica for their reception of God’s word, and sought to encourage them as the word worked within them.  Through the remainder of Chapter 2 and 3, we can see different ways that the word, working in us, helps us in our walk with Christ.

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Walking in Love in Evil Days - Ephesians 5:1-21

All of us have lived through evil days in our lives.  Some have lived through more than others, but all who follow Christ ask the same question.  What are we to do in evil days?  Many answers could be given, but this week we will look at some thoughts from the words of Paul in Ephesians 5. Speaker: Justin P. Sivley

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An Apostle's Care for the Church - 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

On Mother’s Day, our thoughts turn to a passage in 1 Thessalonians where Paul used the image of a mother to describe his care for the church. As we examine the apostle’s words, we also consider the care that each Christians should have for God’s people.

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When Artificial Intelligence Prayed for Me - James 5:16

Recently I had a conversation with ChatGPT that had an impact on me. When it told me that it was praying for me, I realized that it feels good to hear those words.  And if it can make someone feel good when a computer program says it, how much more when a brother or sister in Christ, who really can pray for you.