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This lessons is on the church at Smyrna as found in the book of Revelation. This is Part #2 of a seven part series covering the messages to teh seven churches of Asia as contained in the book of Revelation.
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This lesson is based on the Armor of God spoekn by Paul in Ephesians 6:10-17. The importance is understanding the armor is not loaned, but owned. It must be put on before the battle rages on.
It's All Good - Romans 8:28
God's definition of good is conformity to his will in order to live with him eternally. Several verses in Romans chapter 8 qualify this, explaining that through the Holy Spirit, believers can realize God's goodness and strengthen their relationship with him. Specifically, the Spirit helps believers, intercedes for them, and those in Christ have God on their side. To experience God's goodness, one should be in Christ, focus their mind on spiritual things, communicate with God in prayer, and live according to his purpose.
The Good Samaritan
This lesson was presented on February 15, 2015 as part of a series on Love. This specifically discusses the situation of the man who fell among robbers and asks the question if we are too busy in our world.
How Do You Define Love?
This sermon is the part of the February sermon series on love presented by Chris Gallagher at the Gadsden Church of Christ in Gadsden, Alabama.
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This was a message on the meaning of the cross presented by Chris Gallagher at the Gadsden Church of Christ in Gadsden, Alabama.
"Let Us"
This was a message taken from Hebrews 10:1-25 presented by Chris Gallagher at the Gadsden Church of Christ in Gadsden, Alabama.
7 Effective Habits of Highly Effective Christians
The document outlines seven habits of highly effective Christians: 1) make social contacts, 2) establish common interests, 3) peek spiritual interest, 4) don't go too far too quickly, 5) do not condemn, 6) stay on the main issue, and 7) confront directly. Each habit is accompanied by a brief explanation and biblical references. The habits are presented as effective strategies for Christians to have spiritual conversations based on Jesus' example in John 4.
Spiritual Success from Paul
While much of the world looks at success through the eyes of more stuff, Paul looks at success from forgetting the past and reaching forward.
Vision - Setting Your Eyes on Heaven
Solomon wrote, "Where there is no vision, the people perish." God has given us vision for the future home of heaven, are you going there?
The Success of 2014 is in the Power of Your Heart
Planning for a coming year is an important part to success, be an important part of spiritual success as well. The greater question of planning is, "Who will you take with you?"
Serve! (Men's Retreat)
The last lesson at the 2014 Men's Retreat spoke to the action step of service to the world. Christians must step up to the world and serve them.
Work? (Men's Retreat)
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Fatherhood (Men's Retreat)
David gave his son Solomon final words of advice, challenging him to act responsibly, walk with God, and obey David's commands. A father shows love through discipline, and David disciplined Solomon out of love, just as the Scriptures instruct fathers to admonish their children using spiritual wisdom and knowledge to warn them against foolishness and temptation.
The LORD Provides (Jehovah Jireh) Men's Retreat
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- 2. A Church Facing Persecution Smyrna Called Izmir (Turkey) today Located around Aegean Sea. Temple to Tiberius A following to the Greek god Dionysus
- 3. The Spoken Word Christ knew: Their works Their poverty The slander
- 4. The Commendation Their Commendation (verse 9-10) They are spiritually rich They are enduring persecution
- 5. The Rebuke There is no rebuke to the church at Smyrna. Christ informs them of the tribulation to come.
- 6. The Solution “Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” (Revelation 2.10b)
- 7. The Consequence There is no consequence of inaction to the church at Smyrna.
- 8. The Promise “The one who conquers will not be hurt by the second death.” (Revelation 2.11)
- 9. Are You Prepared? “Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation.” (Revelation 2.10)
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