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The Grace of Gratitude
Individual TopicsSteve Gregg
In "The Grace of Gratitude," Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of thankfulness in Christian living. He believes that gratitude is a choice and the key to personal happiness, spiritual well-being, and guarding against sin. Christians have a special responsibility to be thankful to God for the blessings they have received, and incorporating thankfulness into prayer is a way to remain filled with the Holy Spirit. By being thankful for everything, we connect spiritually with God and fulfill our purpose.
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In this discussion, Steve Gregg highlights the importance of establishing the historical accuracy of the Bible as it is the basis of both Judaism and
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The Kingdom of God Is Not Political
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In "The Kingdom of God Is Not Political," Steve Gregg emphasizes that Christians must prioritize living justly over political involvement. He asserts
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The Grace of Contentment
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In this thought-provoking piece, Steve Gregg discusses the miraculous work of grace that is contentment, arguing that it is not a natural state for fa
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In this 12-part series, Steve Gregg provides a thorough verse-by-verse analysis of the biblical book 2 Kings, exploring themes of repentance, reform,
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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
Ephesians
In this 10-part series, Steve Gregg provides verse by verse teachings and insights through the book of Ephesians, emphasizing themes such as submissio
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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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In Steve Gregg's 3-part series on Hosea, he explores the prophetic messages of restored Israel and the coming Messiah, emphasizing themes of repentanc
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In this 4-part series titled "Torah Observance," Steve Gregg explores the significance and spiritual dimensions of adhering to Torah teachings within
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In this 11-part series, Steve Gregg teaches verse by verse through the book of Job, discussing topics such as suffering, wisdom, and God's role in hum
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