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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 - Service

Colossians (2011)
35 - Walking in Christ [B]
Sunday, November 06, 2011
by Robert Dean
Passage: Colossians 2:6-7
Series: Colossians (2011)
Duration: 47 mins 3 secs
The culture of Asia Minor was known for its different philosophies and a tolerance that different religions were accepted within the culture as having equal value. In modern day 21st century society, we experience the same thing. Yet, the Bible clearly teaches that the Gospel of Jesus Christ is a gospel of exclusivity. So how then are Christians to "think", living in such a pagan culture? And is there a secret to the Christian life? In this lesson, we begin to learn more about the 30 imperatives that Paul writes about that are to define the Christian life. The centerpiece of the Epistle of Colossians is in vs. 6-15. The core of that centerpiece is in vs. 6 and 7 - "walk in Him". We learn that this is both positional and experiential.
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Colossians (2011)
57 - Memorial Day - Israel Trip [B]
Sunday, May 27, 2012
by Robert Dean
Passage: Colossians 3:12-25
Series: Colossians (2011)
Duration: 52 mins 41 secs
Pastor Dean gives us the history of Memorial Day and the importance of its observance.

We see the first of many reports on Pastor Dean’s trip to Israel, sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

In an overview of the last half of Colossians 3 we understand that to live in the believer’s newness of life we are to live a certain way now that we are His. We learn that we teach and admonish one another through Psalms and hymns. We see how, as we grow, Christians serve in many capacities using spiritual gifts. Most importantly we learn that service to the Lord is what life is all about.
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Romans (2010)
161 - Serving the Lord Jesus Christ [B]
Thursday, October 30, 2014
by Robert Dean
Passage: Romans 16:5-20
Series: Romans (2010)
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 51 secs
It's great to be appreciated and nicer still if we thought people would still be reading high praise of us years later. Listen to this lesson to learn about Paul's commendations in his letter to the Romans. Although little is known about many of these people, there has been much speculation. Heed Paul's warnings about divisive people and allow this lesson to encourage us in our ministry to others
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Matthew (2013)
114 - The Last Shall Be First [B]
Sunday, March 20, 2016
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 20:17-19 & Matthew 20:27-28
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 51 mins 54 secs
Me first! Notice me! Is that your attitude? Listen to this lesson to hear that Jesus made it plain that if you want to be first, you have to serve others. See how this relates to humility and submission to God’s authority. Hear about four attributes in Philippians 2 that are true and result in regarding others as more important than ourselves. Instead of thinking solely about what we want, focus on obedience to God and the needs of others.
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Philippians (2022)
59 - Timothy: The Third Example [B]
Thursday, December 28, 2023
by Robert Dean
Passage: Philippians 2:19-24
Series: Philippians (2022)
Duration: 58 mins 12 secs
What lessons can we learn from Timothy’s life? Listen to this message to hear how the Apostle Paul uses him as an example of someone who humbly served the Lord. Find out about how Timothy was taught the Scriptures from early childhood, was well thought of as a young man, became a pastor, and traveled with Paul on several of his missionary journeys. Be challenged to see your life’s purpose as one of service to the Lord.
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