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In this fourth part of his overview of Romans, Steve Gregg addresses the difficult passage in chapter five regarding the concept of original sin. He discusses the various beliefs held by Christians regarding the impact of Adam's sin on humanity and whether or not babies are born with a sinful nature. Gregg also delves into the topic of the war between the flesh and the spirit, emphasizing the importance of striving to walk in the Spirit in order to fulfill the law of God and overcome sin. Finally, he examines chapters nine through eleven, discussing God's plan of redemption for both Jews and Gentiles and the role of the faithful remnant within Israel.
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In this overview of the book of 1 Corinthians, Steve Gregg highlights the various problems encountered by the church of Corinth such as divisions, sex
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1st Corinthians Overview (Part 2)
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In this overview of 1 Corinthians, Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of unity within the church. While there may be differing interpretations of s
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Romans Overview (Part 3)
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In this overview of the book of Romans, Steve Gregg highlights the two main sections of the book, namely theological and practical. The first eight ch
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Steve Gregg's lecture series focuses on cultivating holiness and Christian character, emphasizing the need to have God's character and to walk in the
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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
James
A five-part series on the book of James by Steve Gregg focuses on practical instructions for godly living, emphasizing the importance of using words f
Song of Songs
Delve into the allegorical meanings of the biblical Song of Songs and discover the symbolism, themes, and deeper significance with Steve Gregg's insig
Genesis
Steve Gregg provides a detailed analysis of the book of Genesis in this 40-part series, exploring concepts of Christian discipleship, faith, obedience
Nehemiah
A comprehensive analysis by Steve Gregg on the book of Nehemiah, exploring the story of an ordinary man's determination and resilience in rebuilding t
How Can I Know That I Am Really Saved?
In this four-part series, Steve Gregg explores the concept of salvation using 1 John as a template and emphasizes the importance of love, faith, godli
Jonah
Steve Gregg's lecture on the book of Jonah focuses on the historical context of Nineveh, where Jonah was sent to prophesy repentance. He emphasizes th
2 Timothy
In this insightful series on 2 Timothy, Steve Gregg explores the importance of self-control, faith, and sound doctrine in the Christian life, urging b
Ruth
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