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Life in the Family

Ephesians: Life in the Family (5:21-6:9)

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Paul's instructions to first century families contains useful information for families today. It also contains advice for workplace relationships.

entrusted to Christ

What I have Entrusted to Christ- 2 Timothy 1:12

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In what do you trust? Much of what we might trust in will fail. Only what is entrusted into God's hands is secure. Trust him with your life.

Fight the good fight of the faith

The Good Fight of the Faith – 1 Timothy 6:12

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Paul calls on us to live a much more active life for Christ than we commonly do. Lace-up the gloves and fight the good fight of the faith.

Ephesians: Imitators of God (5:1-20)

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Don't be like the world around you. Instead, be imitators of God by living a life of love, living as a child of the light, and living with wisdom.

Entertaining an accusation against an elder

Handling an Accusation – 1 Timothy 5:19-20

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As members, or leaders, in a local church, how should we respond to an accusation of sin on the part of our leadership?

Training in godliness

Training in Godliness – 1 Timothy 4:7-8

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Paul advised Timothy to avoid things in this life that distract, and to focus on training in godliness. Training with value for eternity.

the doctrine of last things

The Doctrine of Last Things

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The doctrine of last things includes the global events preceding Christ's return, as well as the more personal aspects; what happens to me in the end.

put on the new self

Ephesians: Put on the New Self (4:17-32)

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How can I be an effective member of the body of Christ? Take off the old self and put on a new self. One made in the image of Christ.

Basic expectations for all believers

Basic Expectations for All Believers – 1 Timothy 3:2-3

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Is it only pastors whose expectations are to be above reproach, faithful in their marriage, and self-controlled? Or true of all believers?

importance of sound doctrine

The Importance of Sound Doctrine – 1 Timothy 1:5

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Guard against teachers who promote false doctrines. Never forget the importance of sound doctrine in promoting love and unity.

Ephesians: Growing a Mature Church (4:11-16)

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Christ provides his church with the necessary equippers to that we can be a mature church, fully equipped to do the work he has called us to.

walking worthy

Ephesians: Walking Worthy (4:1-6)

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What does walking worthy of our calling mean? In the context of Ephesians 4:1-6, it refers to our role in the body of Christ. Be the best member you can be.