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The Transformation Christ Brings

Jim Leffel
Colossians 1:9-14

People come to know God through humbly receiving what He has revealed. After this, we can begin to walk in a way that is pleasing to Him. Walking with God manifests in four ways: 1) bearing fruit; 2) growing in knowledge of God; 3) being strengthened for endurance; and 4) joyful gratitude.

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Spiritual Transformation

Gary DeLashmutt
Colossians 1:9-12

Paul describes his ongoing prayer for the Colossians to undergo a comprehensive spiritual transformation. God desires we center our lives on Him and grow in 1) active goodness towards others; 2) personal intimacy with Him; 3) becoming more steadfast and patient, and 4) deepening our joy and gratitude. God transforms us as we meditate on the Gospel and ask Him to illuminate the Gospel's application to our lives while in the context of Christian community.

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Knowledge, Wisdom, Understanding

Ryan Lowery
Colossians 1:9-12

A key component of growing with God is knowledge of His will, however, knowledge requires the wisdom of how to use it. Head knowledge is not enough. Our understanding of God's will and His love will be incomplete unless we have taken steps to employ the knowledge that we have to our lives in a practical way. This growing knowledge, wisdom, and understanding comes directly from God and is what results in a life that honors and pleases Him.

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Dealing With Failure

Scott Risley
1 Peter 5:2-4

When Christians fail, it is easy to believe that God has abandoned them or will punish them for their mistakes. The example of Peter's failure, however, demonstrates that God is gracious towards us and can even use our failures for good, and those who choose to accept the second chance God gives them can become more effective servants for Him.

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Features of a Transformed Community: Concluding Prayer

Jim Leffel
1 Thessalonians 5:23-24

God's Will for all people has to do with the process of sanctification. Our problem is that we have broken desires, relational alienation, dying bodies, and true moral guilt. Through the cross, God offers justification and complete transformation in this life and in the next. For those who pursue sanctification, security in Christ is the key to perseverance.

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A Model Church

Doug Patch
Revelation 3:7-13

John's letter to the church of Philadelphia is one of encouragement and promise. Christ's recognizes their focus and faithfulness to His Word and their intent on sharing the gospel with others. Christ rewards their faith with four promises: 1) access to God and more opportunities to share their faith, 2) vindication from people who mock them, 3) protection in difficulties, and 4) "complete and lasting security" in His Kingdom! The dynamic between trust in God and His provisions is expanded upon, emphasizing the importance of meditating on Scripture.

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Overcoming Spiritual Sloth

Doug Patch
Revelation 3:1-6

In a letter to the church of Sardis, John confronts their state of being a "spiritual sloth". Digging into the dangers of this state and how it offends Christ, Christ initiates a wake up call and initiates a treatment plan for Sardis and anyone stuck in this apathetic state. Christ calls people to respond by repenting, strengthen their involvement in what they are still doing correctly, remembering what they have heard and obeying it, and to be inspired by people who are going the distance for God.

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A Letter of Restoration

Jeff Gordon
Revelation 2:1-7

John writes the first of the seven letters to the churches in Asia. Beginning with Ephesus, he encourages them on their hard work, endurance, examination of claims, and their willingness to suffer without quitting. After the encouragement, John reminds them, though, that they have forgotten their first love: Christ! Churches like the one in Ephesus may be performing well, but missing the reason they are serving in the first place.

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Standing Firm Against Legalism

Ryan Lowery
Philippians 3:1-16

Paul warns the Philippian church about legalism, a works based approach to drawing close to God. Legalism has negative effects on Christians, including being contagious to others and destroying our intimacy with God. Paul looks back on his own life to warn them of these dangers and encourage the Philippian believers to stand firm in their new identity in Christ and operate under God's grace to grow with Him.

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