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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 - Deliverance

2 Peter (2019)
042 - The Certainty of Deliverance and Destruction [B]
Thursday, April 08, 2021
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Peter 2:6-11
Series: 2 Peter (2019)
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 7 secs
How can we resist being influenced and seduced by the evil going on around us? Listen to this message to learn that Peter addressed this in his second epistle and assures us that we can depend on God to deliver those who have trusted in Him. Hear three illustrations, including the punishment and destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, and the role angels played in two of them. Recognize that whatever happens to test us, God has given us the tools we need to endure.

The book about Martin Luther that Dr. Dean referenced during this lesson is available here.

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Interlocked (2023)
38.1 - Justification, Sanctification - Part 1A
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
by Robert Dean
Passage: Psalm 18:2-3 & Acts 16:31
Series: Interlocked (2023)
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 35 secs

• What does the word “save” mean in the Bible?
• Examples from the Old Testament and New Testament
• Understanding the distinctions between three stages of “salvation”
• What is “justification?”
• How does justification differ from “sanctification?”

“Saved” and “Salvation” are among the most significant words in the Bible, but do we understand their meaning? Listen to this lesson to hear a detailed analysis of their essence in both the Old Testament and New Testament. Understand that you must see the context to get the full meaning. Learn about the three stages of salvation and the Baptism by the Holy Spirit. Gain insight that will help you as you move toward spiritual maturity.

Please note: The Interlocked Notes file was updated 7/29/25.

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