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Who Told You that You Were Naked?

Gary DeLashmutt

Genesis 3:7-13

After eating the fruit from the Tree of Knowledge, Adam and Eve unsuccessfully seek to hide from God and themselves in the Garden of Eden. Their response to God's questioning their clothing indicates something common among all human beings: shame. This passage is the first of many to illustrate God's ability and desire to redeem all of mankind, as well as His desire to provide us with a way to approach Him that does not depend on our own righteousness. In learning how to "take off the old self and put on the new self," it is possible to be truly liberated from the real shame that influences much of our lives.

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Esther: God's People, God's Power (Part 2)

John Ross

Esther 6-10

One man's wounded pride resulted in hatred of the Jews, whom he tried to eradicate in 127 provinces of Persia in 483 BC. Instead, God worked through imperfect and fearful Jews and ordinary events to bring about His plans.

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Taking Risks in Light of Heaven

Cathy Treyens

Matthew 14:22-33

Most of us are risk adverse in some areas of God's mission. Yet, confidence in eternity can change our perspectives on taking risks for the Kingdom. Taking risks always involves fear and growth. In order to have courage and obedience in midst of taking risks involves embracing truths that surround the risk. Trusting God feels risky but is perfectly safe. Having courage requires the need to fix our view on Jesus and the Gospel. Risk-taking is more about practicing saying yes to God rather than success versus failure mentality. God desires faithfulness.\r\n

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Four Contrasts, Four Priorities

Jim Leffel

Luke 11:14-12:12

We are all part of a cosmic drama between God and His opposition. In this, God pursues those who are far from Him by sending His people to them. God's intent for mankind is explored as revealed through: 1) power; 2) grace; 3) contrasting priorities of love and justice; and 4) who we fear.

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Responding to Radical Grace

Conrad Hilario

1 John 4:17-18

Since Jesus has fulfilled the entire Old Testament Law and forgiven us completely through His own death on the cross, Christians have absolute confidence in approaching God and can experience eternal security as well. This open access to God should foster a love for others that includes thoughtful encouragement and making time to build close friendships, and this counter-cultural love is the basis for authentic Christian community.

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Trusting God or Trusting Your Fears

Scott Risley

Psalms 27

David calls on us to put our trust in God in the midst of fear/times of trouble or uncertainty. David's remedy for overcoming anxiety in our lives is to turn our focus away from ourselves and our problems, and fix our hearts on God. As we draw near to God and meditate on His perfect character, we will learn to be still before Him, and to trust in His timing. God is our fortress, He will never forsake us, therefore we have no reason to be afraid. \r\n\r\nWill you listen to your fears or will you have the courage to wait on Yahweh?

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Introduction to the Psalms

Dennis McCallum

Numbers 13:25-14:9

This psalm is about the benefits of meditating on the Word of God and applying it in everyday life. Two examples of people having God's viewpoint when others had only a human viewpoint are discussed. David who was immersed in the Word, had a history of faithfulness to God and believed God would empower him to kill Goliath when no one else did. Likewise, Joshua and Caleb believed God that they could enter the Promised Land and defeat the giants when the other ten spies did not.\r\n

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Leading Against Opposition

Ryan Lowery

Nehemiah 2:19-4:23

Any effort toward a worthwhile endeavor will draw opposition, which is why anyone who wants to be used by God needs to learn to handle opposition in a way that is in line with God's values. Being a spiritual leader requires personal sacrifices and also draws naysayers who try to demotivate, mockers that level personal attacks, and even those who will make threats. Nehemiah deals with all of this opposition by turning to God and refusing to become discouraged.\r\n\r\n

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I Have My Doubts (Part 1)

Jim Leffel

Numbers 13-14

Doubts of the heart can originate from inactivity. This was the case for the Jewish people when they were on the brink of entering the promised land. Their struggle with fear led to doubt, then defiance, and finally despair. Two spies, Caleb and Joshua, provide the antithesis of caving to fear. These two men trusted that God is true to His word and so they obeyed Him. They got to reap the rewards of faithfully acting in spite of their fear by entering the promised land.

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