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Becoming a Disciple of Christ
Individual TopicsSteve Gregg
In his discourse, Steve Gregg explores the conditions of discipleship as outlined by Jesus in Luke chapter 14. He emphasizes that becoming a true disciple of Christ entails total devotion and sacrifice, prioritizing the love for Jesus above all else. Gregg draws parallels between Christian discipleship and the story of David in the Old Testament, stressing the importance of recognizing Jesus as the true King and leader. He cautions that following Jesus requires counting the cost and being willing to endure opposition and persecution. Ultimately, becoming a disciple of Christ requires complete commitment and surrender to Jesus.
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Being a Disciple in the Kingdom of God
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In "Being a Disciple in the Kingdom of God," Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of following Jesus as the appointed and anointed King. He describes
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Being the Church
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In "Being the Church," Steve Gregg discusses the modern definition of "church" and how it differs from the biblical definition. He emphasizes that the
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Battle for the Truth (Part 2)
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Steve Gregg discusses the battle for truth in society and the spiritual warfare against lies and falsehoods. He argues that reality is objective and t
Series by Steve Gregg
2 John
This is a single-part Bible study on the book of 2 John by Steve Gregg. In it, he examines the authorship and themes of the letter, emphasizing the im
Galatians
In this six-part series, Steve Gregg provides verse-by-verse commentary on the book of Galatians, discussing topics such as true obedience, faith vers
Isaiah: A Topical Look At Isaiah
In this 15-part series, Steve Gregg examines the key themes and ideas that recur throughout the book of Isaiah, discussing topics such as the remnant,
Wisdom Literature
In this four-part series, Steve Gregg explores the wisdom literature of the Bible, emphasizing the importance of godly behavior and understanding the
Content of the Gospel
"Content of the Gospel" by Steve Gregg is a comprehensive exploration of the transformative nature of the Gospel, emphasizing the importance of repent
Making Sense Out Of Suffering
In "Making Sense Out Of Suffering," Steve Gregg delves into the philosophical question of why a good sovereign God allows suffering in the world.
1 Kings
Steve Gregg teaches verse by verse through the book of 1 Kings, providing insightful commentary on topics such as discernment, building projects, the
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In this 19-part series, Steve Gregg offers a verse-by-verse analysis of the book of Revelation, discussing topics such as heavenly worship, the renewa
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
Gospel of Mark
Steve Gregg teaches verse by verse through the Gospel of Mark.
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