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Two Views – Romans 10

Two Views – Romans 10

Posted: 17 Feb, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson

Romans 2:13b-15 It is obeying the law that makes us right in his sight. Even Gentiles, who do not have God’s written law, show that they know his law when they instinctively obey it, even without having heard it. They demonstrate that God’s law is written in their heart, for their own conscience and thoughts […]

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Sword of Memory

Sword of Memory

Posted: 16 Dec, 2018 | Author: Steve Nelson

The Word of God is the sword of the Spirit through which we can fight the spiritual battles we face daily. Memorization is a practical way to sharpen our swords! In this message, Steve shares some practical tips that make memorization easy and effective. Download Handout: With blanks / Without blanks  

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Growing Up

Growing Up

Posted: 25 Nov, 2018 | Author: Steve Nelson

Hebrews 5:12-14 …Though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over again. You need milk, not solid food! Anyone who lives on milk, being still an infant, is not acquainted with the teaching about righteousness. But solid food is for the […]

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We Are the Church

We Are the Church

Posted: 28 Oct, 2018 | Author: Dove Cranson

The church is a beautiful thing, precious to God, and a source of good to the world.  The Biblical word “church” does not describe a building where people meet, or an event, but a group of people.  We are the church. Being the church has many wonderful dynamics and is a rich experience I would […]

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Love Is… Speaking the Truth with Love – When Things Are Difficult to Say

Love Is… Speaking the Truth with Love – When Things Are Difficult to Say

Posted: 24 Jun, 2018 | Author: Dove Cranson

The words that come out of our mouths have the potential to bring good to someone else’s life or the potential to bring harm.  Sometimes things are hard to say but we should say them.  In those situations, how can we speak the truth with love? Download Handout

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The God Embrace 3: Demonstrative

The God Embrace 3: Demonstrative

Posted: 25 Feb, 2018 | Author: Steve Nelson

Romans 5:8 but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. ESV In human relationships, when we assess someone’s love, we don’t just take their word for it. It is not enough. We consider a wide variety of factors. How have they treated us? How have […]

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Animation 12: Pharisees – Mr. Nice Guy?

Animation 12: Pharisees – Mr. Nice Guy?

Posted: 09 Jul, 2017 | Author: Dove Cranson

When Jesus walked this Earth he consistently showed love and grace and acceptance.  Yet His love is much deeper than just trying to make people feel good.  In fact, He spoke surprisingly harsh words to a certain group of people, the Pharisees.  Why?  At least in part it was because the Pharisees thought they could […]

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Does God Speak at Church?

Does God Speak at Church?

Posted: 12 Feb, 2017 | Author: Steve Nelson

If those who speak are supposed to speak as if speaking the very words of God, how are those who listen supposed to listen? In faith, can we believe that God will speak to us through His Word, through worship, through others, and even through the sermons we hear? 1 Peter 4:11a If anyone speaks, […]

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Soldier, Cupcake, Christian – A Higher Calling 17

Soldier, Cupcake, Christian – A Higher Calling 17

Posted: 29 Jan, 2017 | Author: Steve Nelson

The church in Corinth had serious issues that Paul addressed throughout 1 Corinthians. He spoke so strongly on at times that you might think his letter to them would have ended their relationship. Yet as he concluded his letter in chapter 16, instead of writing an it-was-nice-knowing-you ending to their relationship, he penned a very ordinary […]

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Disciple the Heart: Give

Disciple the Heart: Give

Posted: 20 Dec, 2015 | Author: John Houser

Merry Christmas from the Rio! In this message John Houser speaks about the joy of giving. The more we give, the less time we spend with out stuff. And less time you spend with something, the less you love it. And the less you love the things of the world, the easier it is to love […]

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Disciple the Heart: Discover

Disciple the Heart: Discover

Posted: 07 Nov, 2015 | Author: Steve Nelson

In this message, Steve speaks about the importance of discovering God through His Word. “Take to heart all the words I have solemnly declared to you this day, so that you may command your children to obey carefully all the words of this law. They are not just idle words for you—they are your life. […]

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Knowing Jesus: Dying to Live

Knowing Jesus: Dying to Live

Posted: 14 Jun, 2015 | Author: Steve Nelson

In modern Christianity, the words “die to yourself” are thrown out frequently. The basic concept is simple: die to your flesh so that you can live by the Spirit. We know that this is the right thing to do, but do we clearly know why? Why is it important to die to ourselves? Are there […]

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Furthering the Gospel // Nate Saint

Furthering the Gospel // Nate Saint

Posted: 09 Nov, 2014 | Author: Tom Schwieger

“If God would grant us the vision, the word sacrifice would disappear from our lips and thoughts; we would hate the things that seem now so dear to us; our lives would suddenly be too short, we would despise time-robbing distractions and charge the enemy with all our energies in the name of Christ.” – Nate […]

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Nudge

Nudge

Posted: 31 Mar, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson

1 Corinthians 1:25 For the foolishness of God is wiser than human wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than human strength. (NIV11) God, even at his hypothetical simplest level of thinking, is smarter than Albert Einstein at his peak. This is important to understand when it comes to our pursuit of advice. When [ ]

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Rethinking Sin Culture

Rethinking Sin Culture

Posted: 24 Nov, 2019 | Author: Steve Nelson

When we call evil good it is not loving. Rather it muddles lines—lines that God drew to bring us good.

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Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 1: Oracles of Blessing

Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 1: Oracles of Blessing

Posted: 16 Feb, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

There is a HUGE blessing in having the oracles of God on any topic, and the words of God address all of our greatest areas of need.

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Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 2: God Speaks

Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 2: God Speaks

Posted: 23 Feb, 2020 | Author: Dove Cranson

God speaks.  His words have power.  Will we listen and obey?

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Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 3: Sufficiency of the Word

Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 3: Sufficiency of the Word

Posted: 01 Mar, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

God’s Word is not everything that I want to hear from God, but it is enough to meet my deepest needs.

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Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 4: God's Word at Work

Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 4: God's Word at Work

Posted: 15 Mar, 2020 | Author: Marty Howell

God’s Word can be at work in you to help you change and grow.

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Life. Life, Life.

Life. Life, Life.

Posted: 19 Apr, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

God doesn’t just promise life in the next life after we suffer and struggle through this life. He promises life in this life as well as life in the next.

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Social Justice

Social Justice

Posted: 31 May, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

What do we do with the George Floyd situation? God’s Word has answers for today and hope for a better future.

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Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 5: Jesus' Book

Lamp, Light, Fire, Hammer 5: Jesus' Book

Posted: 27 Sep, 2020 | Author: Steve Nelson

How did Jesus view the Bible?

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Viruses, Computer Hackers, and the Word of God

Viruses, Computer Hackers, and the Word of God

Posted: 13 Dec, 2020 | Author: Dove Cranson

What you believe may be one of the most powerful influence in your life.

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New Life with Christ 10 - Stewardship of Serving

New Life with Christ 10 - Stewardship of Serving

Posted: 14 Feb, 2021 | Author: Steve Nelson

Colossians 1:24-25 Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am filling up what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church, 25 of which I became a minister according to the stewardship (NAS,NKJ) from God that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, ESV

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Memory Madness Seminar

Memory Madness Seminar

Posted: 21 Mar, 2006 | Author: Steve Nelson

Memory Madness seminar - Originally given at a pastors conference in June 2005.

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Fight [The Charge of 1 Timothy] 7: Trustworthy Sayings

Fight [The Charge of 1 Timothy] 7: Trustworthy Sayings

Posted: 21 May, 2023 | Author: Steve Nelson

1 & 2 Timothy have several creeds and trustworthy sayings. How can we use these in our own spiritual training?

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2 Tim Gems 3: God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

2 Tim Gems 3: God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

Posted: 18 Jun, 2023 | Author: Steve Nelson

The Word of God is more than an ancient holy book. It is the very word of God!

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2 Tim Gems 5: Preach the Word (2 Timothy 4:2)

2 Tim Gems 5: Preach the Word (2 Timothy 4:2)

Posted: 02 Jul, 2023 | Author: Steve Nelson

How can we share helpful truth to a world that is off the rails?

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King of My Heart

King of My Heart

Posted: 22 Jan, 2024 | Author: Dina Triggs

Our emotions can be tricky and complex. The Bible has lots of helpful things to say about our hearts and emotions.

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WOW - Thought Life

WOW - Thought Life

Posted: 25 Mar, 2024 | Author: Kathleen Nelson

Kathleen speaks to the Women of the Word on thought life.

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