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Two Parables of Seeds Growing (Part 1)
The Life and Teachings of ChristSteve Gregg
Steve Gregg teaches on two parables of seeds growing in Mark chapter 4, which include the parable of the sower and the parable of growing seeds. Gregg explains that Jesus used parables to obscure the truth from those who were not interested in fully understanding his message. He goes on to examine the different types of soil in the parable and the significance of each, reminding listeners that while some may not understand the message, God is not one to minimize it. Throughout his teaching, Gregg emphasizes the importance of faith in receiving God's gift of salvation.
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses two parables about the growth of seeds. The first parable describes how some people receive the word of God and be
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Wheat and Tares, Dragnet (Part 1)
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In this discourse, Steve Gregg reflects on the parable of the wheat and the tares from Matthew 13, which deals with the growth of the kingdom of God.
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Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit (Part 2)
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In this discussion, Steve Gregg talks about the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit and how it is a rejection of the message of the Spirit. He explains that
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Survey of the Life of Christ
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Steve Gregg provides a thought-provoking analysis of the book of Joel, exploring themes of judgment, restoration, and the role of the Holy Spirit.
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In "Making Sense Out Of Suffering," Steve Gregg delves into the philosophical question of why a good sovereign God allows suffering in the world.
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Steve Gregg's lecture on the book of Jonah focuses on the historical context of Nineveh, where Jonah was sent to prophesy repentance. He emphasizes th
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