The Fatherhood of God
Knowing GodSteve Gregg
In this thought-provoking exploration, Steve Gregg delves into the concept of God as a Father and its significance. He highlights how the term "Father" was not commonly used to refer to God in the Old Testament, but it became more explicit with the incarnation of Jesus. Gregg discusses the spiritual adoption and the familial relationship between believers and God, emphasizing the loving and caring nature of God as a Father. He also addresses potential misconceptions about God's anger and wrath in the Old Testament and emphasizes the importance of understanding God as a loving and committed Father figure.
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Deity of Christ (Part 1)
Knowing God
This transcript explores the concept of the deity of Christ as discussed by Steve Gregg. Gregg delves into the arguments raised against the doctrine,
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Deity of Christ (Part 2)
Knowing God
Explore the concept of Christ's deity and sonship in relation to divine titles as Steve Gregg delves into the biblical evidence in this thought-provok
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The Trinity
Knowing God
Steve Gregg provides a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of the Trinity in his teachings. He addresses the challenges in understanding how
Series by Steve Gregg
What You Absolutely Need To Know Before You Get Married
Steve Gregg's lecture series on marriage emphasizes the gravity of the covenant between two individuals and the importance of understanding God's defi
2 Samuel
Steve Gregg provides a verse-by-verse analysis of the book of 2 Samuel, focusing on themes, characters, and events and their relevance to modern-day C
Hosea
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
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
Gospel of Mark
Steve Gregg teaches verse by verse through the Gospel of Mark.
The Narrow Path is the radio and internet ministry of Steve Gregg, a servant Bible tea
Esther
In this two-part series, Steve Gregg teaches through the book of Esther, discussing its historical significance and the story of Queen Esther's braver
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
Message For The Young
In this 6-part series, Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of pursuing godliness and avoiding sinful behavior as a Christian, encouraging listeners
Evangelism
Evangelism by Steve Gregg is a 6-part series that delves into the essence of evangelism and its role in discipleship, exploring the biblical foundatio
Jude
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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