In today’s study on First Peter we will look at chapter one, verses 14 and 15. One of the primary points we will dig into is what Peter meant when he told us to “prepare your mind for action.” He also told us to be self-controlled and to fully set our hope on Jesus and His victorious grace. There are some very challenging truths that Peter presents, so make sure you do not miss this episode.
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This is the introduction to our new teaching series on First Peter. Before we dig into the book itself we need to look at its author and why he wrote the book. Though this is not a fiery message, it is a very interesting one that will help you understand the apostle Peter and the very practical teaching that is a hallmark of his epistle.
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This is lesson 38 on in our study on The Radical Jesus and part four in our section on Radical Pursuit. Today we will examine what our pursuit of God should look like according to what God has to say about it. This is a challenging lesson that will help you understand a little more about what it means to be a true follower of Jesus.
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One of the great truths of the Gospel is that Jesus purchased humanity with His own blood so they could walk triumphantly over the power of sin. Tragically though, there are many who never overcome habitual sin because they get stuck in a rut of apathy and hopelessness. The truth is that they
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This is part 2 on radical abiding where we will dig into the challenging truths about Christ’s self-emptying. How Jesus abode in the Father is the standard on how we are to abide in Christ. This will be a thought provoking lesson.
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We begin today a new section on Radical Abiding in our continuing study on The Radical Jesus. To abide in Christ is mandatory part of being a true follower of Jesus. To help us grasp the nature of abiding we will go on a strange journey by first looking at water baptism so that we can understand why Jesus was baptized. This will then open way for us to see just how radical abiding in Christ actually is according to Scripture.
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The spiritual condition of a local church is ultimately determined by the spiritual life of the pastor and people. At the core of this issue is the subject of prayer. People and churches can rise no higher spiritually then their prayer life. In today’s podcast we will focus on prayer and the local church. If you want to know why the church is in the condition it is in then you need to listen to this teaching.
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This is the last podcast of 2015 and we are stating a new section in our continuing study on The Radical Jesus. For the next few weeks we will be examining the subject of Radical Prayer. In today’s lesson we will lay the foundation of our teaching on the radical nature of prayer by learning from Jesus who is our ultimate and perfect example. If you want to grow in the power of prayer then listen to these podcasts on prayer.
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Eyes to See is a Christmas message that looks at some of the people that were involved in the Christmas story. Some had spiritual eyes to see Jesus while others did not. This message brings the story of the baby Jesus into our present day situation. You will enjoy this message.
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For the last two weeks we have been studying the radical nature of divine compassion and I will address this subject again today to bring some practical application. We will look at a couple of Christ’s parables that address the issue of compassion and how true followers of Jesus should be living out compassion on a daily basis. We will see the great privilege that is bestowed upon genuine believers to be Christ’s ambassadors to a world in rebellion against Him. This is a very high calling and is extremely important for us to understand. To this we are called.
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We are beginning a new section in our continuing study on The Radical Jesus. Today’s topic will be on Radical Compassion. The better we understand the radical compassion that defines Jesus, the more we will be able to grasp the compassion genuine followers of Jesus should be living. Jesus is our perfect example of what it means to compassionately love others. This is the love we are to live which will cause us to seek the eternal and temporal well-being of others. This message will surely challenge you.
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In today’s podcast we will be continuing in our study on the Radical Jesus. Last week we began a new section in our study on the radical nature of surrender. This week we will continue in that same direction by looking at the surrender that Jesus lived to the Heavenly Father. By looking at the surrender He lived to the Father we will see the surrender that we are to live to Him. Jesus is our example, for this is what it means to be Christian–to be like Jesus. This lesson will challenge your faith.
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For the last two weeks we have been digging into the subject of humility. Today we are going to look at the radical nature of humility as it relates to true followers of Jesus. Anyone that would be an genuine disciple of the meek and lowly Jesus must strive to live a life of humility like He lived. Now I am not saying this is an easy call. Nonetheless, it is an integral part of the Christian calling. So listen closely to this lesson and make this subject an object of prayer in your life. You will not regret it!
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Have you ever thought about where pride originated and why it is so deeply imbedded in our lives? In today’s podcast we will begin examining the radical nature of true humility. To do this we will look at the radical Jesus who is the perfect example of what it means to be humble. As we look at Jesus we will see the beauty and strength of humility and learn about our tremendous need to be delivered from the pride that so easily grips our heart and mind. You will be challenged by this teaching.
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Today’s podcast will be focusing upon the truth. The importance of this subject is tremendous. If truth cannot be known then there is no such thing as good and evil, right or wrong. The end of such a belief is meaningless of life. But if truth can be known then there is no greater pursuit we can have than to seek after the truth, and when we find it, strive with all that is within us to live it out. This podcast is all about the truth.
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This is part two in our new study on The Radical Jesus. Today I am still laying down some foundational thought to the study which is an investigation into the Biblical Jesus. You will be challenged in this podcast to see Jesus a little more clearly. He is infinitely greater than we imagined. A weak, make-believe god is powerless because he does not exist. But the True and Living God is mighty to save and His name is Jesus Christ. You can follow along with this study by getting my book The Radical Jesus. Just click the following link https://www.ihpministry.com/store/
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Today we start a new series titled, The Radical Jesus. This is an investigation into the Biblical Jesus and we will find that He is more radical than we ever imagined. You will be challenged and enlightening through this Bible study. There is the distinct possibility that this will revolutionize your concept of Christ and cause you to stand in awe of Him. In today’s episode I will lay some important ground work so that when I use the word radical to describe Jesus you will know what I am talking about. This series is coming out of my book, The Radical Jesus and is available in paperback or Kindle versions if you want to follow along. Just copy this link, www.ihpministry.com/store/ now paste the link in your browser and take it from there.
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This is the final lesson in our study on Character and God’s Power. To wrap up this study and show how important godly character is to the outpouring of the Spirit in an individual and church I want to look at the prophet Elisha and his servant Gehazi. This will be a very enlightening study and I am sure it will affect you life.
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The spiritual condition of the American church is at an all time low. Compromise and immorality are the norm. At the root of the problem is the poor condition of the character of individuals and churches. Character matters and it is very important to God. In today’s lesson we will look at the third reason why the power of God is not powerfully moving in the American church. With an understanding of the things that hinder the Spirit’s outpouring is the potential to right the wrongs and see revival sweep this country once again. Accept the challenge in this study by applying the Biblical truths to your life. You will not be sorry!
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Love is today’s topic in our continuing study on Character and God’s Power. The quality of our character determines how we love. To word it a little differently, the quality of our love is a gauge to the condition of our character. In this lesson we will learn how love reveals not only our character, but our spiritual condition. People with godly character prove it by how they selflessly love others. Selfish expressions of love always reveal a corrupt character. So take a listen and learn how you can grow in Christ and the Spirit’s power to selflessly love God and others.
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The subject of today’s study on Character and God’s power is tongues set on fire by heaven. To have tongues set on fire by hell comes to us very naturally. But if we want tongues set on fire by heaven it must be a supernatural work of the Holy Spirit. That is exactly what God wants to do in the lives of true believers. If we want tongues set on fire by heaven than our lives must first be ablaze with holy fire for Jesus. The world may not understand this, but it is waiting for the moment when saints will be so full of the Spirit that they proclaim to a dying world with tongues of holy fire the wonders of our crucified and resurrected Lord. Listen to this podcast so you can learn how to be a part of the awesome work the Lord is doing through His people.
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Jesus, after going up a mountain to pray, “appointed twelve—designating them apostles—THAT THEY MIGHT BE WITH HIM and that he might send them out to preach and to have authority to drive out demons” (Mk. 3:14-15; emphasis mine). The most important point of this passage is that the disciples “MIGHT BE WITH HIM.” No greater
In 1997 the Lord graciously called my wife and I into the ministry of the evangelist. We live in a motorhome and travel across the nation preaching at churches, camp meetings and conferences. No matter how busy we get there always seems to be a few holes in our schedule. Major holidays are difficult to
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This is the first Monday of the new year and the beginning a new study as well. Character and God’s power is the title and subject of this teaching series. I promise that it will be a challenging and soul stirring series. The quality of our character is an extremely important subject which affects every portion of lives, including our relationships. As a result, it is of the utmost importance that we strive through God’s grace to develop a Christlike character. Now here is a worthwhile New Year’s resolution to make–that you will faithfully listen to this podcast every week and tell others about it as well. Thanks and God bless.
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Because I love your commands more than gold, more than pure gold, and because I consider all your precepts right, I hate every wrong path Ps. 119:127-128 It takes a passionate love for God and His Word to develop in us the motivating force to “hate every wrong path.” It is God’s will that we