Into Babylon

Some Assembly RequiredSteve Gregg
In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses the characteristics of the early Christian church and its evolution over time. He touches on topics such as communion, evangelism, apostolic succession, and the development of clergy and leadership within the church. He notes the differences between the early, primitive assembly in Jerusalem and the modern-day Roman Catholic Church, sharing insights on the shifts in spiritual experience and symbolism that have occurred over time. Ultimately, he challenges listeners to think critically about church leadership and to consider the importance of service to others.
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The Way Out of Babylon
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In "The Way Out of Babylon", speaker Steve Gregg discusses the concept of the church and its institutionalization over time. He argues that while not
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Who Will Lead Us?
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Steve Gregg discusses the concept of leadership in the context of the Christian church. He argues that the terms "elder," "bishop," and "overseer" are
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What Is Right About The Church?
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In this talk, Steve Gregg emphasizes the positive aspects of the church, despite the criticisms often expressed towards institutionalized religion. Wh
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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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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

Hebrews
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Judges
Steve Gregg teaches verse by verse through the Book of Judges in this 16-part series, exploring its historical and cultural context and highlighting t

Leviticus
In this 12-part series, Steve Gregg provides insightful analysis of the book of Leviticus, exploring its various laws and regulations and offering spi

1 John
Steve Gregg teaches verse by verse through the book of 1 John, providing commentary and insights on topics such as walking in the light and love of Go

2 Peter
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 explores the intricate implications of certain biblical passages in relation to the future of Israel, highlighting the historical context,

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This is a series of over 100 lectures by Steve Gregg on various topics, including idolatry, friendships, truth, persecution, astrology, Bible study,
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