Teaching by Tag: Gospel
But Now, Jesus
In Romans 3, the apostle Paul gives a scathing indictment against the sin in all of mankind's character, communication and conduct. However, two beautiful words in the chapter lead to hope and life to all who stand condemned under the wrath of God – "but now…" Pastor Ed Nalle teaches on the contrast between human sinfulness and God's grace in salvation.
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He Is Risen
The two thieves hung with Jesus at His crucifixion show the beautiful simplicity of the Gospel. These thieves represent two paths – one leading to death, the other leading to life. Which path have you chosen?
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The Word Was Made Flesh
Pastor Mike Minter uses the Christmas hymn “Hark, the Herald Angels Sing” to talk about the ever-present wonder of Christmas.
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In Plain Sight: The Gospel-Centered Life
The gospel of Jesus Christ is the baseline for living the Christian life. Yet, Christians often treat the gospel as a remedial element of the Christian life that we “get” and then move on from. Yet, the gospel is power for living now, and all of Scripture points us to it. We must continually appeal to the gospel of Jesus if we are to walk as Jesus walked.
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Runaway Bride: The Mystery of Christ and His Church
It is common today to separate Christ from his church – people want Jesus, but not church involvement. Yet, God has ordained that the church play a major role in His great work of redemption. Ephesians 5 presents the church as Jesus’ bride and conveys with great strength and promise the deep, abiding love God has for those who are His in Christ.
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The Calm Within the Storm
Ever been in the midst of one of life’s storms and questioned the goodness of God? The disciples knew exactly how you felt. RBC Missions Director Bill Hurley shares on how God’s goodness is greater than even the worst circumstances.
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Resurrecting the Resurrection
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is often lost in the shuffle of legalism and moralism. Yet, the resurrection is a cornerstone of the Christian faith, as it authenticates Jesus' claims to deity. We are drawn to worship the false gods of legalism, moralism or society when Christ offers real freedom from them all.
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Looking for a City: The Life of Abraham, Part 3
Abraham was given a divine promise from God, which he believed – and the righteousness of God was credited to his account. This is the essence of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Lord, Will You Use Me?
In the area of personal evangelism, God can and will use you, regardless of your personality or giftings. You can trust Him that He will do so – pray for opportunities and go boldly through whatever doors the Lord opens.
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GPS, Part 4
One of the hallmarks of being conformed to the image of Christ is joy. Although our culture often uses “joy” and “fun” interchangably, they are vastly different. Fun is temporary. Joy is the inner spiritual confidence that God’s grace is sufficient for our pilgrimage in this life.
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Gift Exchange
Whenever we are given a gift, we have three options of what we can do with it: hide it, use it, or exchange it. Jason Goetz looks at some of the worst “gift exchanges” in biblical history and shares how encouragement can help us not exchange the great gift we have in Christ for something of infinitely less value.
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A Heart for the World
What is our mission as a local church and as the Church at-large? If only the world knew of the goodness of the grace of the Gospel of Jesus! Yet, all people are without excuse – thus, we must be about the work of the Gospel at all times.
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Killing Sin
Can Christians still sin? Though sin no longer separates the believer from God in the ultimate sense, it is still a force very much active within us. When left unchecked, sin will kill the joy not only in our human relationships, but in our relationship with God. Be killing sin, or sin will be killing you.
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In the Name of Jesus
It is all too common for Christians to be seen as hypocritical, self-righteous, judgmental and hateful – and unfortunately, many people who hold those views have good reason for them. Christianity is often just as misrepresented by Christians as it is by secular society. How do we bridge the gap between Christians and Christianity?
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The Organic Gospel
Pastor Mike recounts his latest trip down to Brazil to equip and minister to people along the Amazon. He also shares five things he learned about the Gospel from tribal people on the Amazon.
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