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Isaiah - Blossoming Desert and Birth of a Nation

IsaiahSteve Gregg
This discussion delves into how Israel transformed from a fruit-bearing nation to a barren wasteland due to God's judgement. The speaker highlights the significance of Israel's role in producing fruit for justice and righteousness in the world, and how it failed to do so, resulting in destruction and wilderness. The discussion also touches on the birth of a new nation, referencing how Jesus will produce a vineyard that bears fruit in the Messianic age.
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Isaiah - The Servant of Yahweh
Isaiah
Isaiah, one of the most discussed books in the Old Testament, contains four passages commonly referred to as the "servant songs." These songs, includi
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Isaiah - The Kingdoms King
Isaiah
Isaiah proclaims the Kingdom of God as a people of Israel conditionally. Steve Gregg discusses how God's kingdom exists among those who follow Jesus a
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Isaiah - Barrenness and Fruitfulness
Isaiah
Isaiah's motif of barrenness and fruitfulness speaks of Israel's struggle with righteousness and faith. In comparing men to trees and vines, the proph
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Steve Gregg's lecture series on discipleship emphasizes the importance of following Jesus and becoming more like Him in character and values. He highl

Joel
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