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(Ps 9:9) Believers can seek refuge in God (RAP). Communion: A time for fellowship and examination. Peace, grace, father vs. Heavenly Father, two types of forgiveness (1 Cor 1:3). Our power comes from God (Phil 4:7).

A life of spiritual power. Just as branches draw their nourishment from the vine, we draw spiritual power from our connection with Jesus (Jn 15:5). In contrast: spiritual withering. Power through the Trinity.

(Prov 18:10) The righteous find refuge in God’s name (SAFE). Grace, peace, God the Father (1 Cor 1:3). The word, grace, is loaded with power (2 Cor 12:9). Peace is rooted in a growing relationship with God (Phil 4:7).

The imitation of Christ. If we want to be imitators of Christ (1 Pet 2:21), we must learn and apply Bible doctrine (Mt 5:43-48). Boldness comes from confidence in Him (Acts 4:13).

(Prov 1:1-7) Knowledge begins with reverence of the Lord. Three verbals found in 1 Cor 1:4-6. Peace and reconciliation (Phil 4.7).

The “I Am” sayings. Jesus is the author and sustainer of physical and spiritual life (Jn 1:4). The fullness of the Deity resides in Him (Col 2:9).

(Prov 3:5-6) Trust in the Lord and He will sustain you. The baptism of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 12:13). Union in Christ (Gal 2:20). Doctrine of grace, TULIP doctrine (1 Cor 1:3). Doctrine of peace (Phil 4:7).

Humility/meekness. Turning the other cheek (Lk 6:28-29) and finding peace in humility (Gal 5:22-23). As long as we put God first, He will exalt us at the right time (1 Pet 5:6).

(Ps 116:8-9) Trust God and He will deliver. Communion: Without Jesus’ sacrifice, we wouldn’t be saved from sin. Doctrine of baptism continued (Acts 19:1-7; 1 Cor 1:13-17; 12:13).

How to redeem time in a way that’s honoring to God (Rom 12:2; 1 Pet 2:15). Believers are urged to continually walk in wisdom (Col 4:5).

(Ps 118:1-29) Rejoicing in the Lord. Resurrection Sunday. Because He lives, we will live also. Four categories of resurrection. Triune God’s involvement in resurrection.

The good soldier of Christ Jesus. Modern military mottos and how they connect to commands for believers in the Word of God (Josh 1:9; Ps 27:14).

(Ps 118:25-26) The Lord’s triumphal entry. The global church (1 Cor 1:2). Meaning of “saved” and “sent” in Rom 10:13-15. Sanctification (Jn 17:17) and spiritual growth (Heb 9:14). Doctrine of baptism.

God is able. God is able to help us overcome our greatest idols (Mt 19:26), deliver us from sin (Heb 7.25), provide strength (Phil 4:13) and wisdom (Jas 1:5), and so much more.

Santification

The last lessons of the Savior. Last teachings of Jesus before His ascension and how we can apply them to our lives (Mt 28:18-20; Jn 14:16-17).

(Ps 103:8-13) Our compassionate God.  Sanctified by God (Jud 1:1) vs. for God (2 Tim 2:21). Transformative thought (Rom 12:1-2) combined with the power of the Triune God (1 Cor 6:11) gives you ultimate power.

Freedom. Freedom comes from abiding in the Word of God (Jn 8:31-32). Types of Biblical freedom explained.

(Ps 117:1-2) God’s love and faithfulness. Communion. Doctrine of Sanctification. Positional Sanctification (Heb 10:10), Progressive Sanctification (2 Cor 3:18), and Ultimate Sanctification (1 Jn 3:2).

(Ps 121:1-8) Paul’s calling. Church of God. Sanctification.

The works of the Holy Spirit. When we believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit instantaneously performs several irrevocably works in us (Rom 11:29).

(Ps 103:1-22) God’s essence on display. The calling and uniqueness of Paul (Acts 8-9). God’s used His grace to select Paul for apostleship (Gal 1:15). Doctrine of sanctification (1 Cor 1:2).

The five techniques of the Christian way of life. The key to victory in the Christian life is to utilize these techniques. Examples: Paul, Peter, David, Timothy, and Mary.

(Ps 136:26) God’s love never fails. Valentine’s Day tribute: whether married or single, you can rejoice in God’s love (Ecc 4:19-12; 1 Cor 7:32). Disciples vs. apostles, doctrine of the church, God’s unconditional grace (1 Cor 1:1-3; Acts 9:9-19).

Factors of effective faith. Examples: Daniel (Dan 11:32-35), Abraham, Moses, David, and Peter. People who know their God shall stand firm and take action (v. 32).

(Ps 34:8) Taste and see the Lord; He is good. Communion: Our spiritual nourishment. Chapter summaries for 1 Corinthians. Paul focuses on spiritual problems of carnal Christians and divine solutions.

Commands for Christian soldiers. Our strength comes from our knowledge of Bible doctrine (Eph 6:11; Rom 12:2) and faith in the Triune God (2 Pet 1:2).

(Ps 133:1-3) Unity in God’s family. First Corinthians: navigating faith, love, and unity. This book exhorts believers to foster unity among themselves to align their hearts and minds with Christ (1 Cor 1:10).

Fellowship with God. Examples: Moses, Enoch (Gen 5:24), Abraham, David, Elijah (1 Kings 18: 20ff), Daniel, and Jesus. God spoke to Moses as one speaks to a friend (Ex. 33:11).

(Psa 139) We are known by God, created by God, and judged by God. The chronology of sin (Matt 15:19). Man looks on the outward, but God looks at the heart. Turning the wandering believer back from the the sin unto death (Jas 5:19-20).

Faithfulness of God.

(Ps 16:1-11) Trust in God’s sovereignty; eternal security. Phases of salvation. The gift of salvation (Rom 6:23) vs. Biblical rewards (Mt 6:20). After we believe, we apply God’s Word to attain rewards (Lk 6:35; Heb 6:10).

Faith. Even in the unknown, we can walk out in faith (Heb 11:8). It is not dependent on sight (Jn 20:29). Faith gives us confidence in God (1 Sam 17; Job 13:25). How faith works when sharing the gospel (Acts 28:24).

(Ps 59:1-17) Assurance of God’s faithfulness. Communion: You have freedom in Christ (1 Cor 11:24-25). Review of previous truths (discipleship vs. salvation; relationship vs. fellowship) and how this sways church today. Free grace (Rom 3:28; Jn 6:40) vs. lordship salvation (Lk 9:23; Mt 7:21).

Eternal Security.

(2 Chron 20:1-31) Trust in God’s deliverance from your problems. Starting the New Year off with the right perspective, grounded in Bible doctrine (Mt 7:24-25; Heb 4:12), pressing toward the goal (Phil 3:13-14).

(Ps 96:11-13) Doctrines associated with the incarnation of Christ, showing the involvement of each member of Godhead. Update from Art Hurtado on the Hurtado Foundation’s promotion of ministries of education and theological teaching in seminaries, biblical institutes and universities in Latin America and Spain. Diana Hurtado also gave a update on the Hurtado’s recent trip to Israel at the onset of the war.

Essence of God.

Focus on Triune God (Jn 16:8-10) continued with study of God the Father. The Father, the standard of righteousness and judgment, is rich in mercy (Ex 20:1-17; Eph 2:4-5). The Gift of Christ (Rom 5:8).

(Ps 145:1-21) Psalm of praise. Things that relate to Christmas: How the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are involved in Christmas.

Spiritual endurance. Examples: Job, Paul, Abraham, Jesus, and Moses. Your endurance fosters spiritual growth. Reacting vs. responding in faith.

Doctrine of spiritual flexibility. Spiritual flexibility begins with personal contentment (Phil 4:11-13). Examples of spirituality flexible men: Joseph, Job, and Daniel.

(Phil 3:12-16) Pressing toward the goal. Communion: In response to God's grace, what are we to do (Isa 53:4)? How to become spiritually mature, to race to a prize, using the apostle Paul as an example (Phil 3:12-16). Stages of maturity. 

The Cross to the Crown. Difference between spiritual infancy, adolescence, maturity, heroism, and the friend of God (Heb 5:13-14). Why the believer should be interested in advancing spiritually (Rom 10:17).

Puppet show and new memory verse program. (Ps 112:1-10) God will take care of believers. Resurrection (1 Cor 15:42) vs. resuscitation (Jn 11). The thief as an Old Testament saint based on an understanding of Paradise (Lk 23:43; 16:22).

(Psa 100:1-5). Thanksgiving in the ligh of Jn 11.

The Christian way of life continued. Basic rules for the Christian life. The new commandment (Jn 13:34-35). By faith and study, you can change your habit of thinking (Phil 4:8) and be salt and light to the world (Mt 5:13-14).

(Ps 121:1-8) Trust in God’s protection. Lazarus study continued (Jn 11). The purpose of Lazarus (v. 15). Jesus’ miracles and signs (Jn 20:30-31). These signs are designed so we can trust the Bible.

Christian vs. spiritual walk. The Christian walk involves following Christ (Jn 5:30; Mt 4:4), whereas the spiritual walk is empowered by the Holy Spirit.

(Ps 145:1-20) Jn 11:41-48