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Features of a Transformed Community (Part 2)

Jim Leffel

1 Thessalonians 5:14-15

In every relationship, Christians are to treat others with the same grace that God has demonstrated toward us. This means forgiving people instead of seeking payback and showing patience to everyone. It also means having difficult conversations with people, encouraging the discouraged, and moving compassionately towards those who are vulnerable.

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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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Abiding: Our Part in Cooperating with the Spirit

Conrad Hilario

John 15:1-17

Jesus uses a horticultural example to explain God's role and the believer's role in abiding in Christ and the benefits that follow. God lifts us up, raises our level of need for Him, and disciplines us while the believer is called to read the bible, pray, commit to fellowship, and not resist God's discipline. The benefits of abiding in Christ are bearing fruit (i.e. the work God accomplishes through us in others), experiencing the privilege of being a part of God's great plan, cherishing God's friendship, and the joy that comes from Him.

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Keeping your Spiritual Edge

John Cleary

Romans 12:2

Many Christians today forget about an imperative spiritual truth littered across the pages of Scripture, that we are in a spiritual battle! In order to stay alert, effective, and engaged in this battle we must first recognize the reality of its existence and our call to fight. Because of this, we should not be surprised when we experience suffering, but rather, should prepare proactively. One way to do this is to develop a "combat field manual," a journal in which we record key verses and truths to keep ourselves on track in this mission.

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How to Instill God's Love

Jim Leffel

1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

In his letter to the Thessalonians, Paul describes the way that he loves the church. He explains how the gospel reveals God's amazing love for us that is far beyond our limited conceptions of love. The example Paul gives is of one who loves in a tender and nurturing way like a mother, but also one who loves with the toughness and instruction of a father. We should seek to embody both the toughness and tenderness of Biblical love.

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Don't Stumble Your Brother

Ryan Lowery

Luke 17:1-6

While the Bible teaches that we are sinners who need forgiveness, it is also serious in its call not to cause others to sin. It takes a conscious, concerted effort not to cause younger believers to sin. There are three keys to avoid stumbling others: 1) be on guard at all times; 2) rebuke sin appropriately; and 3) forgive.

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Abide In Me

Lee Campbell

John 15:1-8

In this account that John gives of Jesus' life, he slows everything down on the night before Jesus' death. As Jesus and his disciples are walking to Gethsemane, he begins to explain this parable to them. Jesus uses the imagery of vines and branches to explain what it really means to abide in him. When Jesus' followers truly learn what it means to abide in him, several things will happen: believers will be able bear much fruit, cooperate with God's pruning, and desire glory that will be given to God.

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3 Priorities That Please God and Fulfill You

Gary DeLashmutt

1 Thessalonians 4:9-12

Paul writes to the Thessalonians on ways in which they can live to please God. Three priorities that please God include: 1) getting immersed in Christian community; 2) cultivating quietness before God and giving attention to family; and 3) being financially self-supportive. When Christians are plugged into communities with a healthy investment on Christ-centered relationships, have regular times spent with God and family, and learn to prioritize God's relational priorities while working hard in the workplace, it leads to a fulfilling life that glorifies God.

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Multiplication in an Urban Context

Scott Arnold

Jeremiah 17:9

Multiplication within an urban context is a unique goal that has its own breadth and depth of challenges. Barriers to people accomplishing functional and spiritual goals can run incredibly deep as we consider the potential lack of helpful family support, negative examples, the stigma of success, lack of funds, and transportation. Discipleship is still the goal to strive for, so we must recognize and consider practical steps to the unique challenges presented. Some of these suggestions include being honest and open about our own struggles, teaching them to distrust themselves, studying God's faithfulness and goodness, and both praying and going with them to help resolve conflict with other Christians.

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