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to be in Christ

What Does it Mean to Be In Christ?

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Repeatedly the New Testament talks about us being in Christ. When I am in him, I am saved. When I am not in him, I am lost.

Be transformed by the renewing of your mind

Be Transformed, Not Conformed – Romans 12:2

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It is easy to conform to the culture you live in. But we are called to be transformed. To be different that the world. And to know God's perfect will.

incomparable riches of his grace

The Incomparable Riches of His Grace – Eph. 2:6-7

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Even when I was dead, God raised me up with Christ. Why? To demonstrate the incomparable riches of his grace. Amazing!

Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Baptism of the Holy Spirit and Tongues

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Just what is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? The Scripture teaches that all believers have been baptised by the Holy Spirit into the body of Christ.

For to us a child is born

For to Us a Child Is Born – Isaiah 9:1-7

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For to us, a child is born. And that child is Jesus, God himself, wrapped in flesh. Come and adore him this Christmas.

Son of the Most High

He Will Be Called Son of the Most High – Luke 1:31-33

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This Christmas celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Son of the Most High. A King whose reign will never end. And bow before him in worship.

hiddenness of God

The Hiddenness of God: An Objection to God’s Existence

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Why does God seem hidden? Does he not want us to believe that he exists? Or does he want more? To have us respond to him in faith and love.

blessed because of Joseph

Blessed Because of Joseph – Genesis 39:5

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Does God bless faithfulness? I believe he does. And the story of Joseph shows that others will also be blessed because of our faithfulness.

The power of the Holy Spirit

The Power of the Holy Spirit for the Believer

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In some circles the Holy Spirit is the forgotten member of the Trinity. But the power of the Holy Spirit is essential for living as a child of God.

The Burden of Sin

The Burden of Sin – Psalm 38:1-4

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We should take sin in our lives seriously. It should be a heavy burden for us. Confess and repent. Then seek restoration with God.

serve one another

Serve One Another in Love – Galatians 5:13-14

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We have been set free from the law. But not to do whatever we want. Instead, we have been set free so that we can humbly serve one another in love.

How to Save a Nation

How to Save a Nation – 2 Chronicles 34:27

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Few have the influence of Josiah. But God will respond to all who follow his example. And in doing so, you may help to save your nation.