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Galatians 5:16-23 teaches that at any moment we are either walking by the Holy Spirit or according to the sin nature. Walking by the Spirit, enjoying fellowship with God, walking in the light are virtually synonymous. During these times, the Holy Spirit is working in us to illuminate our minds to the truth of Scripture and to challenge us to apply what we learn. But when we sin, we begin to live based on the sin nature. Our works do not count for eternity. The only way to recover is to confess (admit, acknowledge) our sin to God the Father and we are instantly forgiven, cleansed, and recover our spiritual walk (1 John 1:9). Please make sure you are walking by the Spirit before you begin your Bible study, so it will be spiritually profitable.

Messages with tag - Messiah

18 - Arrogance and Suffering
Wed, Sep 19, 2001
by Robert Dean
Passage: Daniel 4:1-5
Series: Daniel (2001)
Duration: 56 mins 1 sec
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46 - The Prince of Peace [B]
Thu, Dec 22, 2011
by Robert Dean
Passage: Romans 5:1 & Isaiah 7-9
Series: Romans (2010)
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 20 secs
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98 - Messianic, Begotten, Forgiveness, Justification [B]
Tue, Feb 05, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Acts 13:13-38
Series: Acts (2010)
Duration: 1 hr 8 mins 3 secs
Scripture has seen many translations. The study of the origins of these translations is key to understanding their accuracy related to the inspired text. Here Paul presents Jesus to a Jewish audience, weaving Old Testament promises through his message which are fulfilled in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Could a fuzzy translation compromise the fact that these verses are meant to be Messianic? Take a careful look at the clarity of promise in these Messianic passages. Develop the meaning of begotten, the shared natures of God and His Son, the timing of the Messiah’s reign on earth and the imagery in these passages which present Jesus as Messiah and clearly show His relationship to the Father.
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108 - Jews and Gentiles in One Body - Part 2 [B]
Tue, May 14, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Acts 15:14-21 & Amos 9
Series: Acts (2010)
Duration: 1 hr 6 mins 28 secs
How did the early church use the Old Testament to settle disputes about the Gentiles' role in the body of Christ? James in Acts 15 goes to the book of Amos and under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit uses a "fuller sense" of the text to apply to the Church Age. Listen to this lesson to learn how Christ now being seated at the right hand of God instead of on David's throne means the church does not replace God's promises to Israel. Find out how the Masoretes translated the scriptures in the early centuries to leave out any references to the Messiah.
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1 - Jesus: King of the Jews [A]
Sun, Sep 01, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 1:1
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 57 mins 41 secs
True stories of the lives of famous people quickly move to the top of the best sellers' charts. Listen to this lesson to get in at the beginning of the engrossing story of the life of Christ as told by a once-hated tax collector, Matthew. See how his emphasis is on Christ as the promised Messianic king. Buckle your seatbelt for a "fly-over" view of the entire book and its six-point outline to get you ready for the not-to-be-missed practical ways this gospel can impact your life.
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2 - Matthew: What is a Gospel? [A]
Sun, Sep 08, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 1:1
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 47 mins 47 secs
What's your favorite TV courtroom drama? From Perry Mason in the past to modern day real-life court cases, many eagerly relish these shows. Listen to this lesson to learn that the Gospel of Matthew presents a legal argument and courtroom case for the Lord Jesus Christ as the Messianic King. Discover Matthew's three main purposes in the book and find out how Matthew's Gospel is the most Jewish of the four Gospels. See that the underlying message to us today is to become disciples, which means to become serious students of the Word of God.
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118 - Confessing Unto Salvation: The Deliverance of Israel and Gentiles, too [B]
Thu, Oct 10, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Romans 10:6-13
Series: Romans (2010)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 15 secs

Will we go to heaven when we die if we've never told anyone that we believe in Jesus Christ for salvation? Listen to this lesson to learn what "confess with the mouth" means in Romans 10:9 with its special emphasis on the Jewish nation. Find out the three phases of salvation and how only one assures us of our eternal destiny and happens the instant we believe in Christ. Learn about the prophesied two returns of the Jews to the land and striking details of the coming Armageddon Campaign.

Dr. Dean wrote a paper entitled "Believe and Confess: Does the Bible Teach a Two-Step Way to Salvation" for a book to be published by Bold Grace Ministries on Difficult Passages for a Free Grace Gospel. Click the Notes link to view this paper.

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7 - The Presentation of the King [B]
Sun, Oct 13, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Luke 2:8-40
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 44 mins 53 secs
Shock and awe! Imagine how Joseph and Mary watched in wonder as all the supernatural events surrounding Jesus' birth unfolded. Listen to this lesson to learn how they obeyed the ritual requirements of the Mosaic Law after His birth. Find out about the two witnesses who for many long years had been eagerly waiting for the Messiah. See what a "prophetess" is and discover how Jesus is our comfort today when we face difficulties just as He was the promised consolation to Israel.
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15 - Snapshot of Jesus' Messianic Credentials [B]
Sun, Dec 08, 2013
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 4:12-25
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 44 mins 5 secs
Do you walk faster in the dark, hurrying between the pools of light from street lamps and listening for rustling sounds? A world without light would be unthinkable. Listen to this lesson to learn that God is Light and in Him is no darkness at all. Expose the devil's masquerading as an angel of light and understand the significance of Jesus referring to Himself as the Light of the World. See that the Word of God is a light shining in the pagan world that enables us to cast off the works of darkness and clothe ourselves in the armor of light. Explore ten ways light is described in Scripture.
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1 - Olivet Discourse - Part 1
Sun, Jan 19, 2014
by Tommy Ice
Passage: Matthew 24:1-8 & Matthew 23:36-39
Series: 2014 Tommy Ice
Duration: 55 mins 25 secs
Guest speaker: Dr. Tommy Ice Part 1 of a 3-part series on the Olivet Discourse
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