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The Life and Teachings of ChristSteve Gregg
In this talk by Steve Gregg, he delves into the temptation of Jesus and its symbolic meaning from a spiritual and biblical perspective. According to Gregg, the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness represents not only Jesus' own struggle but also the struggle of Israel, as depicted in the Old Testament. Gregg also discusses the different interpretations of the temptation to turn stones into bread and the significance of Jesus' refusal to worship Satan. Finally, Gregg emphasizes the importance of understanding the true meaning of scripture, rather than simply quoting it out of context.
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In this discourse by Steve Gregg, he analyzes the first 18 verses of the Gospel of John, known as the prologue. He discusses the events of four separa
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Steve Gregg delves deeper into the story of the first disciples of Jesus in this talk. He discusses John the Baptist's prophetic role and his initial
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the temptation of Jesus in Matthew chapter 4. He notes that while the devil is often thought of as appearing in ph
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Church History
Steve Gregg gives a comprehensive overview of church history from the time of the Apostles to the modern day, covering important figures, events, move
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This series by Steve Gregg delves into the foundational beliefs of Christianity, including topics such as baptism, faith, repentance, resurrection, an
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Deuteronomy
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In this 2-part series, Steve Gregg explores the book of Philippians, encouraging listeners to find true righteousness in Christ rather than relying on
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