Fear of Man and Fear of God (Part 1)
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Fear of Man and Fear of God (Part 2)
Fear of Man and Fear of God (Part 1)
The Life and Teachings of ChristSteve Gregg
In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the importance of prioritizing listening to God over serving Him. He uses the story of Mary and Martha to illustrate this point, stating that Martha's focus on serving took precedence over listening to Jesus, while Mary's willingness to listen was praised by Jesus. Gregg emphasizes the idea that serving God and listening to Him are not opposing forces but rather go hand in hand. The talk also touches upon the concept of fearing God and not fearing man or material possessions.
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Fear of Man and Fear of God (Part 2)
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the fear of man versus the fear of God. He points out that fearing man over God can harm one eternally, while fear
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Misc. Teachings, Feast of Dedication (Part 1)
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In this teaching by Steve Gregg, he discusses various topics related to the Feast of Dedication. Gregg opines on the motivations of the people who fol
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The Good Samaritan (Part 2)
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the parable of the Good Samaritan and its implications for acts of compassion in everyday life. He reflects on the
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