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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 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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This series features Steve Gregg teaching verse by verse through the book of 2 Peter, exploring topics such as false prophets, the importance of godli
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Steve Gregg teaches a verse-by-verse study of the book of Philemon, examining the historical context and themes, and drawing insights from Paul's pray
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Steve Gregg delivers a thought-provoking and insightful lecture series on the relevance and importance of the Ten Commandments in modern times, delvin
Isaiah
A thorough analysis of the book of Isaiah by Steve Gregg, covering various themes like prophecy, eschatology, and the servant songs, providing insight
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An 8-part series by Steve Gregg that explores the concept of the Kingdom of God and its various aspects, including grace, priesthood, present and futu
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Steve Gregg and Douglas Wilson engage in a multi-part debate about the biblical basis of Calvinism. They discuss predestination, God's sovereignty and
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