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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 - Inheritance

7 - Love and Hope [B]
Sun, Mar 27, 2011
by Robert Dean
Passage: Colossians 1:3-5
Series: Colossians (2011)
Duration: 52 mins 52 secs
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51 - Hope and Endurance [B]
Thu, Feb 16, 2012
by Robert Dean
Passage: Romans 5:3-5
Series: Romans (2010)
Duration: 55 mins 15 secs
Hope is a process, developed, not given in total at salvation. Hope is a present reality based on a future promise, our assured destiny. Hope stands firm in adversity. Adversity is the building block of Christian character. How can there be joy in adversity? Confidence in God’s promises and His long-term plan produces a mentality of joy. Hope grows through revelation, the disclosure and unveiling of fuller knowledge through His Word. Fuller knowledge develops into an intimate relationship with God through an understanding of the all sufficiency of His attributes. Discover the joy in the certainty of His promises and the motivation to stand firm no matter what circumstances deliver.
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24 - How to be Happy - Part 7. Persecution and Rewards in Heaven [B]
Sun, Feb 23, 2014
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 5:10-12
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 44 mins 47 secs
How's this for a promise from the Word of God? If you are a disciple of Christ, growing and maturing spiritually, you can be absolutely certain that you will suffer unjustly for what you believe. Listen to this lesson to see how you should rejoice and be glad when you are mistreated for your Christian beliefs because it means you will be richly rewarded in Heaven. Learn the importance of hanging in there during suffering and being willing to accept the loss of everything today because of your future role in the kingdom of God.
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3 - Flyover [A]
Thu, Feb 05, 2015
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Peter
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 16 secs
The seatbelt lights are on. The wheels are lifting for takeoff. Are you ready for a flyover of the book of 1 Peter? Beginning with the introduction, follow the key words concerning grace, suffering, hope, glory, and inheritance. Learn that Church Age believers are living in an arena being observed by angels. See how holiness is not a synonym for morality and learn its true meaning. As we move into the next three sections of the book, follow the necessity to submit to authority, even if it is unjust and learn about the different roles in marriage. Nearing the conclusion, let the reality of the future determine how you live life today.
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12 - Begin with the End in Mind [A]
Thu, Apr 16, 2015
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Peter 1:3-4
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 4 mins 1 sec
Quick! What is the end goal of your life? What comes to your mind instantly? To be successful? Rich? Happy? Listen to this lesson to see how Peter emphasizes that we should have the end of our life in mind as we set priorities. Gain an overview of the first twelve verses in chapter one that are filled with key doctrines to be learned to enrich our spiritual life. Learn some Bible study methods to help us master these concepts. Find out about believers’ inheritance. Learn how to enjoy fellowship with God as we prepare for eternity.
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21 - Hope and Inheritance [B]
Thu, Jul 30, 2015
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Peter 1:3-4
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 56 mins 34 secs
What do you see in your future? Listen to this lesson to learn that you don’t need to go to a psychic to find out because the Bible makes it plain what believers can anticipate. Find out that our present life is not where our focus should be since it is only a prelude to eternity. Learn the Biblical meaning of the word hope and a number of passages where the word is used. See that we can’t fail to be optimistic when we grasp all that we have to look forward to and never lose sight of the fact that we should not spend our time on hopes and dreams that can’t last.
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22 - Inheritance: Incorruptible, Eternal [B]
Thu, Aug 13, 2015
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Peter 1:4
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 14 secs
Are you looking forward to a tremendous inheritance? One that lasts forever? Listen to this lesson to find out that God has prepared one just for you, with your name on it. Find out that all believers receive an inheritance but that there are also rewards that can be earned. Learn four characteristics of this inheritance and the words in the Bible that describe it. See that we receive this inheritance because we are the sons of God and that God, Himself, is our inheritance. Resolve to wake up each day remembering that when we walk by means of the Holy Spirit we will receive the rewards that are meant for us.
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23 - Hope and Inheritance [B]
Thu, Aug 20, 2015
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Peter 1:3-4
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 12 mins 58 secs
Do you like incentives? Do promises of rewards motivate you? Listen to this lesson to learn that all believers have a basic inheritance but that the Bible teaches that there are special rewards for those Christians who grow to spiritual maturity in this life. See the example of Abraham and the Royal Grant covenant in the Old Testament as the first mention of inheritance. In light of these incentives, organize your life in such a way as to grow spiritually and receive the incredible rewards that are promised.

Includes a presentation by Paul Miles of boldgrace.org at the end.

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24 - Inheritance Can be Earned and Lost [B]
Thu, Aug 27, 2015
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Peter 1:3-4
Series: 1 Peter (2015)
Duration: 56 mins 21 secs
“I won’t have to cross Jordan alone.” Have you sung songs about crossing the Jordan River when you die? Listen to this lesson to learn that the Jordan River has nothing to do with death. Understand that only two Israelites who left Egypt crossed into the Promised Land as a reward for their obedience to God. See that salvation is always a free gift but rewards are earned. Hear the example of Moses as someone who lost that portion of his inheritance. Decide whether you want to live in obedience to God and press on to spiritual maturity to receive the rewards of eternity.
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117 - Disciples, Evaluation, Rewards [B]
Sun, Apr 17, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 20:20-28
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 51 mins 49 secs
Is following Jesus the same as believing in Jesus? Listen to this lesson to learn the differences between salvation and the rewards that may be earned by believers. See that you can lose rewards but you can never lose your salvation once you believe in Christ. Learn the meaning of the two categories of inheritance and see that there are consequences for believers at the Judgment Seat of Christ who do not confess their sins and walk by means of the Holy Spirit.
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