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The search function searches Bible class descriptions and transcripts. When the search function finds the search word or phrase, you will be presented with links to the classes that contain those words. The link will take you to the class audio page. If you want to find where the search phase is located in the Bible class transcript, click on the Transcript:read link to view the transcript. Once in the transcript window, type Ctrl-F (PC) or Cmd-F (Mac) to enter the word or phrase in the browser search box, and it will show you all occurrences of your search word(s).

Search Tips

  • Entering a search string with no other criteria (such as AND, NOT, or quote marks) will return some of the context around the words you entered (which are highlighted) as well as a link to the audio player for the class.
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  • Entering two search terms separated by the word AND will return links to all items which contain both of those terms as well as part of the description of each class.

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Codes & Descriptions

Class Codes
[A] = summary lessons
[B] = exegetical analysis
[C] = topical doctrinal studies
What is a Mini-Series?
A Mini-Series is a small subset of lessons from a major series which covers a particular subject or book. The class numbers will be in reference to the major series rather than the mini-series.

Search Results

Messages with tag - Sovereign permissive will of God

Matthew (2013)
61 - Focus on the Future! [B]
Sunday, December 14, 2014
by Robert Dean
Passage: Matthew 10:29-33
Series: Matthew (2013)
Duration: 46 mins 7 secs
Why does God allow sin and evil on this earth? Listen to this lesson for a Biblical answer to this age-old question. Learn about the differences between God’s sovereign permissive will and His decreed will. Find out that the suffering we face in life is known by God and is intended for our ultimate good. See what Jesus said about earning or losing rewards during our Christian life.
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1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
88 - Divine Guidance - Part 2 [C]
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
by Robert Dean
Passage: 1 Samuel 23:1-29
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 55 mins 4 secs
How can we know if we are doing the will of God? Listen to this lesson to hear nine principles that can help us make biblical decisions. Learn about the different kinds of God’s will and how each impacts us. See that since the canon of Scripture was completed, God no longer gives direct revelation to people as He once did. As you contemplate decisions in your life, make choices from the standpoint of wisdom, which is the skillful application of the Word of God to your circumstances.
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1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
175 - Leviathan, Tannin, and Rahav - Part 2 [B]
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
by Robert Dean
Passage: 2 Samuel 7:18-29 & Psalm 89:10
Series: 1st and 2nd Samuel (2015)
Duration: 1 hr 7 mins 43 secs
Were fire-breathing dragons literal creatures in ancient times or only parts of myths and legends? Listen to this thoroughly gripping message from the Book of Job where God questions him about a creature called a leviathan. Find out about a cataclysmic cosmic battle between God and the forces of evil before the creation of man and how it relates to the terrible adversities that Job suffered. Learn that legal terms are used to describe Satan’s attendance at a convocation in Heaven where he is given permission to test Job. As you hear this message, come to a new appreciation of God’s sovereign rule over all His creation.
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