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Unlocking Divine Potential Through Positive Memory and Imagination I. Introduction and Core Thesis The central message of this sermon revolves around the idea that believers possess everything they need for "divine healing, divine deliverance, favor, prosperity, perfection" within their spirit, which is where the Holy Ghost resides. The key to "releasing everything you have in your spirit" and experiencing a "forceful, powerful, and supernatural" life is a positive and God-centered use of memory and imagination. The speaker emphasizes that God desires to teach believers how to utilize these faculties in alignment with His thinking, moving away from dwelling on past regrets or future anxieties. II. Key Concepts and Themes A. The Spirit as the Source of All Divine Provision Indwelling of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Ghost, healing, the voice of God, and the power of the resurrection all reside "in your spirit." "Everything You Need": Citing 2 Peter 1, the sermon asserts, "I've given you everything you need for life and godliness. Well, I can tell you it's all in your spirit. Favor, prosperity, perfection, it's all there." Rivers of Living Water: The goal is to move from a "trickle and a drip" to a "forceful, powerful, and supernatural" flow, referencing Jesus' statement about "rivers of living water" flowing from one's "belly" (spirit). B. The Power of Memory and Imagination (Hebrew: Yet) Positive Memory as a Key: A significant portion of the sermon highlights the importance of using memory "in a positive way." This is presented as "a real key to releasing everything you have in your spirit." Avoiding "What-ifs" and "If-onlys": The speaker strongly discourages living in past regrets or hypothetical scenarios ("if only I would have done this," "what if I was born into a rich family"). "God is a today God." Imagination as Mental Image and Faith's Partner:The Hebrew word yet (translated as "thoughts" in 1 Chronicles 29:18 and "frame" in Psalm 139:15) is presented as referring to imagination. Imagination is defined as "the power of forming a mental image that is not yet present." It is directly linked to faith and hope: "This is what faith is. Faith is being sure of what you hope for. Hope is like the switch that turns on faith... Faith works with hope to produce a positive image of yourself. You're not going to be healed unless you see yourself in your mind healed." Vision and Purpose: "Where there is no vision, the people perish." God desires everyone to have a "purpose in life, a vision, some type of a calling." This ties back to the Catholic Catechism's purpose for humanity: "to know him, to love him, and to serve him in this world." C. Communion as a Tool for Positive Memory and Healing Remembering Christ's Sacrifice: Taking communion is presented as an act of remembering Jesus' "sacrifice," "finished works," and the reality of being "forgiven... healed... whole." Healing is the Children's Bread: The sermon emphasizes that "healing is the children's bread," citing the Corinthians' premature deaths due to their inability to "discern the body of the Lord" as healing. Practical Application: Communion can be taken "every day," even "three times a day," and does not require a church setting. Each instance has a "tangible presence of God" and "puts you in a status of Christ consciousness, not sin consciousness." Testimony of Healing: The speaker shares a personal testimony of his daughter's tumor disappearing after one cancer treatment, attributing it to taking communion and remembering Jesus' finished work. D. The Battle of the Mind and Overcoming Negative Imagination/Strongholds Imagination's Dual Nature: While powerful for good, imagination can be used negatively (e.g., Noah's time, Tower of Babel). Strongholds and Casting Down Imaginations: Strongholds are "something in your mind that occupies your thoughts, something that's just all consuming" (e.g., fear, hatred, anger). The battle is in the mind, and believers are called to "pulling down of strongholds... casting down imaginations... bringing thought every thought into captivity to obedience to Christ" (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). Paul's Example of Forgetting the Past: Paul, despite his past as a murderer of Christians, exemplified forgetting "about the things that are behind" and pressing forward, knowing he was forgiven. Thinking Like God: "As a man thinks in his heart, so he is." Believers are encouraged to "begin to think the way God thinks" by focusing on "whatsoever things are true, are noble, are lovely, are good, are excellent, are praiseworthy" (Philippians 4:8) and setting their minds "on things above, not on the things of the earth" (Colossians 3:1-2). Controlling Emotions through Positive Memory: Recalling a negative memory (like an Italian family member's 30-year grudge) illustrates how negative memories control emotions. Thanksgiving is presented as a powerful tool: "Thanksgiving will free you from every toxic emotion." God's Perspective on Memory: "You will keep him in perfect peace. Him whose mind [imagination] is stayed or focused on you." God's thoughts are not our thoughts; His ways are higher (Isaiah 55). E. God's New Covenant and His Forgiving Nature Grace, Mercy, Forgiveness: Under the New Covenant, God's nature is characterized by "grace," "mercy," and "forgiveness." The law made people "sin conscious"; Jesus made us "grace conscious" and "Christ conscious." God's Forgiveness of Sin: God's forgiveness is complete and eternal. "I will be merciful to their unrighteousness... and their sins, and their lawless deeds, I will remember no more." This means God "blotted it out of his memory." God Remembers Only the Good: At the judgment seat of Christ, God will remember only the "gold, with silver, and with precious stones" (redemptive, blessing actions) and burn away the "wood, hay, and stubble" (negative things). Believers are encouraged to emulate this and "remember only the good things of the past." God's Unconditional Love: "Father, you love them [disciples], As much as you love me." God's love is "beyond our belief, beyond our imagination." F. God's Foresight and Orchestration of Life Predestined Purpose: Psalm 139:15-16 is interpreted to mean that God "wrote everything in a book before you were born." He has "perfect foreknowledge without control," knowing when a person will choose Him and orchestrating their life accordingly. Imitating God: Believers are called to "be imitators of God as his dear children and walk in love as Christ also has loved us" (Ephesians 5:1). This means thinking and acting like Him. G. New Testament Laws (Laws of the Spirit) The sermon clarifies that "we're not under the law" of the Old Testament (10 Commandments, dietary laws, Sabbath), as they were "nailed to the cross." Instead, there are New Testament "laws" written in the mind and heart: Law of Love: "Love one another as I have already loved you" (John 13). Laws of Giving: "Give and it shall be given unto you." God desires prosperity to be a blessing to others. Law of Liberty: "Stand fast in the liberty where Christ has set us free." Not burdened by the "yoke of slavery." Law of Faith: (Romans 3:28) Not "name it and claim it." "Faith without works is dead." It requires action. Based on God's promises. Believing "they've received before you even get it." Looks back at "the finished work of Christ. It's already done." God speaks from the "inside out," not the "outside in," often through "thoughts and impressions" in one's own "vernacular." "Faith has a voice. It speaks. It's not silent. It speaks. It declares." Believers should "speak to the problem," not just tell God about it. H. Benefits of the New Covenant (Psalm 103 as Prophecy) Psalm 103 is presented as a prophetic psalm about the "finished work of Christ," not fully applicable to David in his time. "Don't forget all his benefits":"Who forgives all your iniquities." (Unlike the Old Testament's temporal forgiveness). "Who heals all your diseases." (Jesus' stripes healed us; healing is part of the atonement, "it's in your spirit"). "Who redeems your life from destruction." (Crossing from death to life; spirit is "impenetrable" by sin). "Who crowns you with loving kindness, which is the word hesed, which is grace. And he crowns you with mercy." Goodness and mercy "shall follow me all the days of my life." "Who satisfies your mouth with good things; so that your youth is renewed like an eagle's." This refers to speaking life and experiencing renewed strength, effortlessly soaring like an eagle by "waiting upon the Lord." III. Practical Applications and Call to Action Daily Communion: Actively engage in communion as a daily practice to remember Christ's finished work and activate healing. Control Your Thoughts: Be intentional about focusing your mind on God's truth, positive images, and His character. Cast down negative imaginations and strongholds. Practice Thanksgiving: Cultivate a spirit of gratitude to overcome toxic emotions. Speak to Your Problems: Use your voice to declare God's will and truth over challenging situations, not just tell God about them. Live in the Present: Embrace the "I am" nature of God by focusing on "this moment" rather than past regrets or future fears. Document God's Work: Keep a "book of remembrance" of all the times God has supernaturally intersected your life. Seek Help When Needed: While God is supernatural, if struggling for years, seek help from those with spiritual gifts (visions, prophetic, word of knowledge) who can "lift you from the realm of doubt into a point of reception." IV. Distinguishing the Old and New Covenants The sermon frequently contrasts the Old Testament (law, temporary forgiveness, sin consciousness, God not forgiving all iniquities/healing all diseases) with the New Testament (grace, permanent forgiveness, Christ consciousness, complete healing, God's indwelling in the spirit). This distinction is crucial to understanding the believer's current position and access to divine power.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every single day. And a big shout-out today to Michael Forte from Astoria, OR. Michael, thank you for being a part of this movement through Project23. You are making a difference for the Gospel. This one's for you. Today, we're looking at Mark 3:28-30: “Truly, I say to you, all sins will be forgiven the children of man, and whatever blasphemies they utter, but whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness, but is guilty of an eternal sin”—for they were saying, “He has an unclean spirit.” — Mark 3:28-30 This text contains one of the most sobering statements Jesus ever made. He begins with an incredible promise: “All sins will be forgiven… even blasphemies.” There's real hope in that. No sin is too big for God to redeem. No past is too messy. But it's followed by a serious warning: “Whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit never has forgiveness.” So, what is this unforgivable sin? Understanding the context is key. The religious leaders were witnessing Jesus perform undeniable works of God—and claiming they came from Satan. They weren't confused. They were willfully rejecting the truth. They were crediting the Spirit's power to the enemy himself. That's not simple disbelief—it's deliberate rejection. Persistent hardness. A refusal to acknowledge the Spirit's witness about Jesus. This warning isn't for the tender believer who fears they've lost salvation. It's a line drawn for those whose hearts have completely closed themselves off to the truth—after seeing it clearly. The unforgivable sin isn't a moment of doubt—it's a life of denial. It's not a stumble—it's a hardened stand. So if you're worried you've committed the unforgivable sin—you haven't. That concern is evidence the Spirit is still working on your heart. But this is a warning worth heeding. We need to stay soft to the Spirit at all times. When He convicts—listen. When He draws—respond. Because the longer we resist, the easier it is to grow calloused. We all have the tendency to slide into judgmentalism and legalism—attitudes that resist the Spirit and reject the grace of the Father and the Son. So listen when the Spirit calls today. Don't harden your heart. Keep saying "yes" to the voice of God. ASK THIS: When has conviction prompted you to respond or resist? What attitudes or beliefs tend to harden your heart against the Spirit? How do you recognize the Spirit's gentle voice in your daily life? In what areas do you need to say yes to the Spirit's prompting? DO THIS: When the Spirit convicts you today, repent immediately to keep your heart soft. PRAY THIS: Father, thank you for forgiving every sin through Jesus. Keep my heart soft to the Spirit and help me say yes when he convicts me. Amen. PLAY THIS: Softly and Tenderly.

At our 5-hour prayer meeting, Overturn, Pastor Nelson shared a powerful charge on Hindrances to prayer: 1. Selfish Motives – Praying with self-centered desires places us at the center instead of God. 2. Unbelief – God gives freely, but we must ask in faith. The issue isn't His giving, but our receiving. 3. Under-Praying / Spiritual Warfare – Like Elijah and Jesus, we must persist in prayer. Don't quit too soon. 4. Sin – God accepts the man before the sacrifice. Cain's offering lacked what Abel's had—purity. Don't come before God with strife or unrepentant sin.Prayer is not time wasted, but time invested.

HE IS RISEN! Pastor Michael leaves us with with a few thoughts:GOD'S love for us is relentless GOD loves you despite your sinGOD pursues you in your sinGOD'S offer is overwhelming grace

Jason Hansen preaches a special Good Friday message from Luke.Learn more about us at ⁠anchorchurchgilbert.com⁠.Do you have any questions about the sermon? Text them to 480-757-7553.

In this episode of The Living Streams Podcast, we discuss Joshua 7 and explore the weight of hidden sin, the justice of God, and how blessings often come through seasons of hardship. CJ Bergman joins the conversation to discuss sermon preparation, leadership challenges, and the tension between God's promises and life's difficulties. We also reflect on David Stockton's personal struggles and how they mirror biblical themes of faithfulness and endurance. Plus, a candid look at prosperity gospel pitfalls, church accountability, and the unexpected ways God refines His people.

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Lead Pastor Corey Abney shares the story of Achan in Joshua 7, and highlights the seriousness of sin and its consequences. Hidden sin, no matter how small, ultimately leads to downfall, affecting not just the individual but the entire community. God calls His people to repentance and obedience, warning that unconfessed sin will always be exposed and bring judgment.Key Scripture:Joshua 7:10-13 Topics Covered:The consequences of sin and disobedienceThe deceptive nature of hidden sinCovetousness as the root of sinGod's justice and the need for repentanceThe impact of personal sin on the broader community

"Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven." Matthew 12:31 What is the sin "against the Spirit"? What is the sin that God can't forgive? Fr. Mike reveals to us that this sin is... any sin. Today, he explains how that's possible and how we can lean on God's goodness and mercy for salvation.

Many people have struggled with the idea of the unforgivable sin and whether or not they have committed it. In this episode, Scott and Chris tackle what blasphemy against the Holy Spirit is and what the prerequisites to commit it are.

This is a call to humble our hearts and allow the Holy Spirit to show us any grumbling, complaining, pride or arrogance in our walk with Jesus or those in our life.

Does God punish children for their parent's sin? John Mark explores the final section of Exodus 34v6-7, highlighting the beauty of God's justice, the gravity of sin, and God's overwhelming proclivity towards forgiveness and mercy over wrath and judgment. Key Scripture Passage: Exodus 34v6-7, Numbers 14v11-23, Matthew 18v21-35This podcast and its episodes are paid for by The Circle, our community of monthly givers. Special thanks for this episode goes to: Camie from Roswell, Georgia; Violet from Dayton, Ohio; Alayna from Inman, South Carolina; John from Raleigh, North Carolina; and John from Omaha, Nebraska. Thank you all so much!If you'd like to pay it forward and contribute toward future resources, you can learn more at practicingtheway.org/give.

In this episode of Pursuing Wisdom in Proverbs, we dive into God's high view of sex and marriage as revealed in Proverbs 5:15-20, as it combats the sexual sin we discussed last week. We explore how the Bible presents sex not as something shameful or transactional, but as a beautiful, intimate, and continuous blessing within marriage. Join Luke Metzler as he unpacks the rich metaphors of flowing water, fountains, and springs to illustrate God's design for sexual intimacy. Whether married or single, this episode offers wisdom on how to align your life with God's purpose for love, intimacy, and overcoming the temptations of sexual sin. xplusone.org

Pastor John Randall is leading us through his new series in Matthew's gospel. In chapter twelve we learn that there is a sin that God won't forgive. So what is this unpardonable sin, and have you committed it? We'll set out to answer that. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

Our teacher and pastor John Randall is currently studying the gospel of Matthew with us, and today we make another visit to chapter twelve. Here the religious leaders are coming against Jesus with some absurd and illogical accusations. Claiming He was casting out demons by satanic powers! But nothing could be further from the truth! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1368/29

In his three-part series on the restoration of Peter from John 21:15-19,Dr. Owen Strachan emphasizes that we are all like Peter, in need of restoration and forgiveness. He highlights that the purpose of studying biblical characters' sins is to understand our own sin and overcome it with the power of God. Strachan offers five reflections on the restoration of Peter and how it shapes our ongoing discipleship with Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the need for a gracious approach to addressing sin, the importance of embracing accountability and honesty, and the necessity of focusing on love and recognizing God's sovereignty in our lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exodus series. Sermon by Gary Alloway. The New Tablets.

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Professing to seek holiness, without understanding its nature, they have snared themselves in delusions which bring no purity. Bent, as they say, upon "mortifying the flesh," falsely identifying "the flesh" with the mere body, and working upon the theology which teaches that it is the body which ruins the soul, they lay great stress on weakening and macerating the corporeal frame, not knowing that they are thus feeding sin, fostering pride, making the body less fit to be the helpmeet of the soul, and thereby producing unholiness of the darkest type in the eye of God.

Professing to seek holiness, without understanding its nature, they have snared themselves in delusions which bring no purity. Bent, as they say, upon -mortifying the flesh,- falsely identifying -the flesh- with the mere body, and working upon the theology which teaches that it is the body which ruins the soul, they lay great stress on weakening and macerating the corporeal frame, not knowing that they are thus feeding sin, fostering pride, making the body less fit to be the helpmeet of the soul, and thereby producing unholiness of the darkest type in the eye of God.

Professing to seek holiness, without understanding its nature, they have snared themselves in delusions which bring no purity. Bent, as they say, upon -mortifying the flesh,- falsely identifying -the flesh- with the mere body, and working upon the theology which teaches that it is the body which ruins the soul, they lay great stress on weakening and macerating the corporeal frame, not knowing that they are thus feeding sin, fostering pride, making the body less fit to be the helpmeet of the soul, and thereby producing unholiness of the darkest type in the eye of God.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Strength Against Sin - God's Way of Holiness Subtitle: The Narrated Puritan - T M S Speaker: Horatius Bonar Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 7/23/2024 Length: 14 min.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Strength Against Sin - God's Way of Holiness Subtitle: The Narrated Puritan - T M S Speaker: Horatius Bonar Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 7/23/2024 Length: 14 min.

In this twenty-eighth sermon in the series "The Twelve", Pastor Matt Sanders shares a sermon entitled, “Why God Hates Sin: God's Grace to Those Who Seek Him (Amos 5:1-17).” Link to Sermon notes and Wednesday Bible Study page: ⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/worshipservices/ Join us on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for a Bible study led by the preaching pastor on the upcoming sermon passage. Attend either in person or via Zoom. Please ⁠contact us⁠ if you would like to receive the Zoom link. Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/WaialaeBaptistChurch⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/waialaebaptistchurch/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/c/WaialaeBaptistChurch

Send us a Text Message.Ever wondered who really holds the reins of your life? Is it you, sin, or God? Join Pastor Angus as he shares his candid and often humorous journey through Romans chapter 7. He opens up about the challenges he faced while crafting this message, throwing in some amusing family anecdotes, and emphasizes the essence of becoming more like Jesus. Pastor Angus underscores the value of community life groups and takes us through his personal odyssey of learning the Bible, offering a heartfelt invitation to find your place in ministry and be a blessing to others.Dive into the heart-wrenching tug of war with sin, as we unpack Paul's reflections on the law and human nature. Through vivid personal stories and biblical insights, we delve into the inherent struggle between our desires and God's commandments. Pastor Angus reveals how accepting Jesus transforms our lives and shifts control, yet acknowledges the ongoing battle against sin. This episode reassures listeners that slipping up is part of the journey, and the law remains a holy guiding light.From rooting out generational sin to finding freedom through surrender, Pastor Angus shares powerful testimonies and personal experiences. He talks about the impact of parental influences, the joy found in sinful pleasures, and the profound spiritual awakenings that come with faith. By addressing inner struggles and the transformative power of surrendering to God, this episode provides a roadmap for continuous spiritual growth. Concluding with a prayer of blessing, Pastor Angus invites listeners to next week's session, promising insights into living by the power of the Spirit.Cornerstonehttps://www.cornerstoneaz.org/Follow Jesushttps://www.cornerstoneaz.org/follow-jesusLife Groups https://www.cornerstoneaz.org/life-groupsGiving https://cornerstoneaz.churchcenter.com/givingChurch Center App - Download then add Cornerstone Christian Center in Avondale, AZiOShttps://itunes.apple.com/us/app/my-church-center/id1357742931?mt=8&ls=1&ign-mpt=uo%3D4Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ministrycentered.churchcenter----Instagram https://www.instagram.com/cornerstoneazFacebookhttps://www.facebook.com/cornerstoneaz.orgTwitterhttps://twitter.com/cornerstoneaz.org

In this twenty-seventh sermon in the series "The Twelve", Pastor Matt Sanders shares a sermon entitled, “Why God Hates Sin: God's Judgment, A Call to Repentance (Amos 4:6-5:3).” Link to Sermon notes and Wednesday Bible Study page: ⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/worshipservices/ Join us on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for a Bible study led by the preaching pastor on the upcoming sermon passage. Attend either in person or via Zoom. Please ⁠contact us⁠ if you would like to receive the Zoom link. Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/WaialaeBaptistChurch⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/waialaebaptistchurch/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/c/WaialaeBaptistChurch

In this twenty-sixth sermon in the series "The Twelve", Pastor John Kaneshiro shares a sermon entitled, “Why God Hates Sin: God Will Remove Sin (Amos 3:1-4:5).” Link to Sermon notes and Wednesday Bible Study page: ⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/worshipservices/ Join us on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for a Bible study led by the preaching pastor on the upcoming sermon passage. Attend either in person or via Zoom. Please ⁠contact us⁠ if you would like to receive the Zoom link. Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/WaialaeBaptistChurch⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/waialaebaptistchurch/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/c/WaialaeBaptistChurch

Join Rabbi Epstein as he delves deep into the mysteries of the Garden of Eden, uncovering profound insights about marriage, human purpose, and our relationship with God. In this captivating episode, you'll discover:The true meaning of "working" the Garden and how it relates to prayerWhy the Tree of Knowledge was off-limits (and when it wasn't)The surprising connection between challah and rectifying Eve's sinGod's master plan for unity through marriageThe keys to building a "marriage made in heaven"Rabbi Epstein breaks down complex Torah concepts with humor and practical wisdom, offering valuable lessons for modern relationships. Whether you're single, married, or anywhere in between, this episode will transform your understanding of love, purpose, and the divine dance of partnership. Don't miss this enlightening journey through the roots of human existence.

In this twenty-fourth sermon in the series "The Twelve", Pastor Matt Sanders shares a sermon entitled, “Why God Hates Sin: God Will Judge the Nations (Amos 1:1-2:5).” Link to Sermon notes and Wednesday Bible Study page: ⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/worshipservices/ Join us on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. for a Bible study led by the preaching pastor on the upcoming sermon passage. Attend either in person or via Zoom. Please ⁠contact us⁠ if you would like to receive the Zoom link. Website: ⁠⁠⁠https://waialaebaptist.org/⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/WaialaeBaptistChurch⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/waialaebaptistchurch/⁠ YouTube: ⁠https://youtube.com/c/WaialaeBaptistChurch

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This lecture was given on December 2nd, 2023, at Dominican House of Studies. For more information on upcoming events, visit us at thomisticinstitute.org/upcoming-events About the Speaker: Fr. Timothy Bellamah, O.P. (Commissio Leonina) was born and raised in Washington, D.C. He entered the Order of Preachers in 1991 and was ordained a priest in 1998. He studied at Wake Forest University (B.S., 1982), the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception (M.Div. and S.T.B., 1997; S.T.L, 1999) and the Ecole Pratique des Hautes Etudes, Paris, (Ph.D., Section des sciences Religieuses, 2008). He has previously taught at Providence College in the Department of Theology and the Department of the Development of Western Civilization. From 2010 to 2018 he served as editor of the speculative review The Thomist and is a member of the Leonine Commission, a team of Dominican scholars responsible for the production of critical Latin editions of the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas. He is also currently preparing a critical Latin edition of the Commentary on John's Gospel by one of St. Thomas' Dominican contemporaries, William of Alton.

God had a plan from the beginning. He had a perfect garden, a perfect first family, and a perfect idea about what marriage, love, and relationship would look like for mankind. But then we messed it all up. But why? And what does the garden of Eden account, tell us about our closest relationships today?Time Codes0:00 - Genesis 2:15-17 Did God lie?2:18 - The creation narrative is an evolving love story: God and mankind, Adam and Eve.6:17 - The Temptation from the serpent. Genesis 3:1-38:09 - The common tactic people use to make you believe a great lie.9:35 - What are the primary attributes of God?12:56 - God's ultimate goal for our relationships is peace.15:30 - How can we have peace in troublesome circumstances?19:08 - Closing thoughts.Support Conway tabernacle through online giving:https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=b4ea3117-4ed7-4c98-b00d-1037fee72856Follow Not Gospel Studios YouTube to stay up to date on original music, books, podcast, and a streaming webs-series and Christian mokumenterary series (BIG little Church). Listen to the Not Gospel Podcast everywhere Podcasts are streamed!Spotify @  shorturl.at/egET0Player FM @ https://player.fm/series/2976179Apple Podcasts @  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Please LIKE my pages and Follow!Stay up to date on my website www.wordsbycliff.comFollow me on: Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/NotGospelbyC...Amazon @ shorturl.at/moHP8Man Of God Paperback available NOW!#originalsin #adamandeve #christianmarraige #betterlife #christiancomedian #biblestudy #creation #genesis #sundayschool #christianpodcast #biblecommentary #evolution #notgospel #hoggospel

The Old Testament tells us the story of the creation of the earth, the history of God's people, and God's plan to rescue the world.--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --God Created the Universe Out of NothingGod is eternal, but everything else is created. So at some point, God decided to create. We read about this in the very first verse of the Bible.Genesis 1:1 (NLT) In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.At one moment, there was nothing. Then immediately, something existed. God began to shape and form creation, as we find in the rest of Genesis 1. The universe wasn't an accident. God put it here, and he created it for a purpose. Creation teaches us about the glory of God and the majesty of God. It also tells us that we're not here by accident. That's the next point in the story of the Old Testament.God's Plan for Relationship with Humanity Was Ruined by SinGod made us to be connected to him and connected to each other. This is a fundamental aspect of what it means to be human. The Bible also says that humans are created in the image of God - something that is unique to humanity.Genesis 1:27-28 (NLT) So God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Then God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply. Fill the earth and govern it. Reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, and all the animals that scurry along the ground.”God put us on this earth to take care of his creation and reflect his image. But sadly, sin ruined everything. It didn't take very long before the first humans - Adam and Eve - sinned. They went their own way. They didn't listen to God. The result was a terrible problem for humanity, and in fact, for all of creation. In fact, the connection we experience with God, and even with other people, was wrecked because of sin. But thankfully, God wasn't done with the human race! God had a plan to rescue the world, a plan he had decided upon before the creation of the world. That plan began to reveal itself in the Old Testament through a man named Abraham.All of this is introduced in the Book of Genesis, which opens the Old Testament. Genesis describes the beginning of everything. It describes not only the creation of the world and of human beings; but also the fall of humanity into sin and the effects of sin in human experience. Genesis leads up to and includes the story of Abraham, his family and his descendants.The Book of Job also comes from this timeframe. It is not about Israel or Abraham, but reflects on the power and compassion of God. God Gave Abraham Three Important PromisesIn Genesis 12, we find one of the most important passages in the entire Bible. This passage, in fact, sets up everything that comes after it in the rest of the Bible. In these verses, God...

The Old Testament tells us the story of the creation of the earth, the history of God's people, and God's plan to rescue the world.--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now --God Created the Universe Out of NothingGod is eternal, but everything else is created. So at some point, God decided to create. We read about this in the very first verse of the Bible.Genesis 1:1 (NLT) In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.At one moment, there was nothing. Then immediately, something existed. God began to shape and form creation, as we find in the rest of Genesis 1. The universe wasn't an accident. God put it here, and he created it for a purpose. Creation teaches us about the glory of God and the majesty of God. It also tells us that we're not here by accident. That's the next point in the story of the Old Testament.God's Plan for Relationship with Humanity Was Ruined by SinGod made us to be connected to him and connected to each other. This is a fundamental aspect of what it means to be human. The Bible also says that humans are created in the image of God - something that is unique to humanity.Genesis 1:27-28 (NLT) So God created human beings in his own image. In the image of God he created them; male and female he created them. Then God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply. Fill the earth and govern it. Reign over the fish in the sea, the birds in the sky, and all the animals that scurry along the ground.”God put us on this earth to take care of his creation and reflect his image. But sadly, sin ruined everything. It didn't take very long before the first humans - Adam and Eve - sinned. They went their own way. They didn't listen to God. The result was a terrible problem for humanity, and in fact, for all of creation. In fact, the connection we experience with God, and even with other people, was wrecked because of sin. But thankfully, God wasn't done with the human race! God had a plan to rescue the world, a plan he had decided upon before the creation of the world. That plan began to reveal itself in the Old Testament through a man named Abraham.All of this is introduced in the Book of Genesis, which opens the Old Testament. Genesis describes the beginning of everything. It describes not only the creation of the world and of human beings; but also the fall of humanity into sin and the effects of sin in human experience. Genesis leads up to and includes the story of Abraham, his family and his descendants.The Book of Job also comes from this timeframe. It is not about Israel or Abraham, but reflects on the power and compassion of God. God Gave Abraham Three Important PromisesIn Genesis 12, we find one of the most important passages in the entire Bible. This passage, in fact, sets up everything that comes after it in the rest of the Bible. In these verses, God...

Message from morning service - Church on the Hill, San Jose, CA

Pastors Bryan Wolfmueller and Andrew Packer answer your theological and Biblical questions. In this episode we take up questions about: Is sin God's will? Does Lutheranism cause people to sin more? Do Lutherans do evangelism? Mentioned in this episode: "A Lutheran Theology of Evangelism" https://wolfmueller.co/a-lutheran-theology-of-evangelism-some-theses/ Send your questions to www.wolfmueller.co/contact. Also, don't forget to sign up for the free weekly email, Wednesday What-Not, www.wolfmueller.co/wednesday Pastor Wolfmueller serves St Paul and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Churches in Austin, TX. Pastor Packer serves Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Collinsville, IL. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sunday-drive-home/message

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