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The Life and Teachings of ChristSteve Gregg
In "Parables of Lost Things (Part 2)", Steve Gregg delves into the story of the prodigal son from Luke 15. He discusses the cultural context of the time and how the young son's actions would have been scandalous in Middle Eastern culture. Gregg draws parallels between the story and the fall of man in the Garden of Eden. He emphasizes the importance of repentance and acknowledging one's actions against God, rather than just oneself or others. In the end, Gregg highlights the Father's forgiveness and generosity toward his wayward son, serving as an example of God's love for all.
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In this Parables of Eternal Destiny discussion, Steve Gregg delves into the meaning of Luke 16, focusing on the parable of the unjust steward. He expl
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Parables of Eternal Destiny (Part 2)
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In this continuation of his talk, Steve Gregg delves into a few specific biblical verses and parables to shed light on eternal destiny. He discusses t
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In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses three parables from Luke 15 that all share a common theme of lost things being found. The parables emphasize God's
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In his series "Habakkuk," Steve Gregg delves into the biblical book of Habakkuk, addressing the prophet's questions about God's actions during a troub
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A thorough analysis of the book of Isaiah by Steve Gregg, covering various themes like prophecy, eschatology, and the servant songs, providing insight
Malachi
Steve Gregg's in-depth exploration of the book of Malachi provides insight into why the Israelites were not prospering, discusses God's election, and
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This series by Steve Gregg is a verse-by-verse study through 2 Corinthians, covering various themes such as new creation, justification, comfort durin
1 Corinthians
Steve Gregg provides a verse-by-verse exposition of 1 Corinthians, delving into themes such as love, spiritual gifts, holiness, and discipline within
Daniel
Steve Gregg discusses various parts of the book of Daniel, exploring themes of prophecy, historical accuracy, and the significance of certain events.
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In this 32-part series, Steve Gregg provides in-depth commentary and historical context on each chapter of the Gospel of Luke, shedding new light on i
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Steve Gregg provides a comprehensive analysis of the biblical book of Jude, exploring its themes of faith, perseverance, and the use of apocryphal lit
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Unveiling the profound grief and consequences of Jerusalem's destruction, Steve Gregg examines the book of Lamentations in a two-part series, delving
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