Today we will study John 1:12-14 and we will see a little more clearly who Jesus really is. One of the points we will examine is that the Word became flesh, which is a Biblical way of saying that God became human. These are very important truths that must define our lives, so don’t miss this one.
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John 1:3-11 are the verses we will study today. We will examine the Apostle John’s clear declaration of Christ’s divinity and the mission of John the Baptist. When we get to the practical application of these verses you are sure to be challenged.
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In the beginning of our study on the Gospel of John we will examine John’s statement that “In the beginning was the Word.” We will concentrate on what the first two verses of John’s Gospel has to teach us about the divinity of Christ and what that means for us. We will also dig into the Lord’s teaching on His divinity which was why John wrote what he did. This is a good start to a phenomenal account of the life of Jesus and why He broke into our rebel world.
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Today we are beginning a new series on the Gospel of John. The content of the first lesson in this series is the introduction to the Gospel. Though today’s study is not earthshaking or soul-inspiring it is very interesting and you will enjoy it. We will examine who wrote the book, when it was written, to whom it was written and why it was written. All this lays a foundation for what we will be studying in the weeks and months to come so don’t miss it.
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In this study we will dig into verses 17-19 of Ps. 51. Though we will touch on other topics, the principle one will be on brokenness, which is what verse 17 clearly addresses. This is the final lesson on this psalm and we will start a new series next week. This is a very interesting study that is sure to provoke some thought, so don’t miss it.
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In this podcast we will examine verses 13-17 of Ps. 51. In these verses we will see some very practical expressions of what it means to be thankful for the forgiveness Jesus offers those who truly repent and surrender their life to Him. When we are thankful for our salvation there will always be outward expressions of our gratitude. So make sure you listen and learn what they are.
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Today we will look at verses twelve and thirteen of Ps. 51. In verse twelve we will examine David’s plea that the Lord would restore the joy found in true salvation and that He would give the king a willing spirit to follow hard after God. Then in verse thirteen we will begin studying this third and final section of the psalm where David expresses his gratitude for the mercy and forgiveness the Lord gave the repentant king. This is a good study well worth a half hour of your time.
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Today we will study verses ten and eleven of Ps. 51. David’s famous cry, “Create in me a clean heart” will be central to our lesson. We will also look at the challenging thought of verse eleven where David pleads that the Lord would not cast him from His presence. This lesson is sure to cause you to do some thinking.
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Today we will study verse nine of Psalm 51. In this verse King David asks the Lord to turn His face away from looking at his sin. What David was really wanting is for the Lord to turn His face back to him which presents us with the idea of being restored to divine favor. This subject of divine favor is one point we will focus on and it will stir your soul.
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Psalm 51 verses six and seven are the passages of Scripture we will study today. In these two verses we will examine David’s passionate cry for the Lord to cleanse him from his sin and restore the joy that he once had when he walked near to the Lord. While in his backslidden condition he experienced the crushing weight of sin. So he cried, “Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation.” This lesson will challenge you.
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Today in our study on Psalm 51 we will look at verse six. King David is addressing the need for truth to define our inward life. This is a very profound thought that is extremely important for us to understand in this day and age filled with the constant stimulation that comes through all the various forms of media and the information highway. It is vital that you listen to this message.
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Today we will study verses four and five of Psalm 51. This is a truly passionate poem that was originally put to music by King David. In these two verses we will see a little more clearly the nature of sin and the justice of divine wrath. We will also dig into the doctrine of original sin and see how that plays our in our own lives. You don’t want to miss this one for sure.
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In today’s lesson on Ps. 51 we will study verses 2-4. We are still in the first section of the psalm where King David acknowledges and confesses his sin. One very important subject is found in a question I asked, “What is sin”. If we do not know what sin is according to God’s definition of it then we will never be able to overcome it. This is a very practical teaching that is sure to benefit everyone who will listen, so don’t miss it.
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Today we will dig into verse one of Psalm 51 and also briefly touch on verse two. We will see King David’s powerful cry for mercy which came about after he committed adultery and murder. It is of tremendous value for us to understand what is in this psalm. The practical truths David speaks about are relevant for all those who truly want to walk near to God and overcome their sin.
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In today’s podcast we will start a new lesson, which is on Psalms 51. This powerful psalm came out of King David’s repentance over the adultery and murder he committed. Today we will dig into the historical setting so that we can have a better understanding of the psalm when we directly get into it next week. This study is very interesting and is sure to provoke some serious thought, so don’t miss it.
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In today’s podcast we will finish up our study on First Peter. We will be looking at verses nine through fourteen which will span such topics as Peter’s final points on spiritual warfare to that of suffering, brotherly love and having the peace of God in our lives. Don’t miss the conclusion to Peter’s stirring letter.
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Today will be our final lesson on First Peter 5:8. In this verse on spiritual warfare we will learn the infinite difference between the Kingdom of Heaven and the kingdom of hell. This lesson will certainly challenge you so don’t miss it.
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In today’s lesson we will continue studying First Peter 5:8 which is about spiritual warfare. The topic is not only a popular one, it is important as well. Understanding our spiritual enemy is strategic to overcoming him. But what is of the utmost importance is knowing Jesus. The better we know Christ then the more clearly we will see who the enemy is and the schemes he is working against us. This podcast will be spiritually and mentally invigorating as we continue to make a comparison between God and the devil and see more clearly that there is no God like the Lord.
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In today’s podcast we will continue studying verse 8 of First Peter chapter five. In this section of Peter’s epistle we are focusing upon spiritual warfare. The direction of our lesson today will be upon who our enemy is in this spiritual war. This teaching is sure to prove interesting so don’t miss it.
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Today we will study just one verse, First Peter 5:8. Out of this verse we will look at two very important subjects having to do with spiritual warfare–self-control and being spiritually alert. This lesson is of tremendous importance for anyone that wants to be a true follower of Jesus and wants to make a difference in this world by doing real spiritual warfare.
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In today’s lesson we will study First Peter 5:7-8. This is the beginning of Peter’s teaching on spiritual warfare and it begins with a right understanding of God’s love for us. This is a necessary part of true spiritual warfare because when the battle gets hot we must rest the who God is and of His care for us. This leads into Peter’s statement that we must be self-controlled because the devil is like a roaring lion looking to devour people. This point of being self-controlled is of tremendous important because it is one of the fruits of the Spirit as listed in Galatians 5. This podcast will most certainly challenge you so do not miss it.
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In this Christmas message we will briefly look at how Biblical Christianity is under attack as it relates to Christmas, but that is nothing new. Then we will examine what this holiday is really all about and to do this we will look at some various facts that surround the birth of Christ. This is a very challenging Christmas message so be sure to listen and then give Jesus the best birthday present you can. Have a joyous day celebrating the birth of the One and Only Savior!
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We will dig into one verse in today’s study, First Peter 5:7 reveals two great themes, besides some others that are also very important. The two themes are that the Lord truly cares for us and because He cares, we must cast all our anxieties upon Him. This is a very encouraging message so don’t miss it. You can subscribe for free to this podcast by going to my web site at www.ihpministry.com and choose the subscribe button that is for your device. You can also subscribe directly through iTunes or Google Music Play. Just search for my name–Glenn Meldrum.
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In the podcast today we will study First Peter 5:5-6. For a portion of the lesson we will be looking again at the subject of pastors but this time we will take a little different approach by focusing on associate and youth pastors. The subjects of humility and pride will be addressed in a powerful way today that relates to all Christians. This is a stirring message, so don’t miss it.
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In today’s study we will be examining First Peter 5:2-4. In these verses Peter is gives some very practical teaching on the pastoral ministry. This topic is of tremendous importance for both pastors and lay Christians as well. One thing that I will address in this lesson is how Christians should treat their pastors. I will also give some helpful admonishments to pastors. This teaching is of immense value to the church in our day so make sure you do not miss this one.
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