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The Ten Lepers and Their Spiritual Leprosy (Luke 17:11-19 and Leviticus 13)

In Luke 17:11-19 Jesus cleansed ten lepers of their physical leprosy. Only one of them returned and ended up being cleansed of his spiritual leprosy.https://youtu.be/13bpSzKhUjkIn Luke 17:11-19 Jesus cleansed ten lepers of physical leprosy. One of them returned and ended up being cleansed of his spiritual leprosy.Table of contentsUnderstanding LeprosyLeprosy's Physical Effects Leprosy's Spiritual EffectsLeprosy's Mental EffectsLeprosy's Emotional EffectsWhy Lepers (Sadly) Weren't Pitie...

Avoid Covetousness and Be Content with What You Have (Hebrews 13:5)

Hebrews 13:5 says, "Avoid covetousness and be content with what you have, for He has said, 'I will never leave you nor forsake you.'" This verse instructs us to put off covetousness and put on contentment. We do so, not physically, but spiritually by focusing on Christ's promise to always be with us.Table of contentsRepentance Involves Stopping and StartingPut On the Opposite of What You Put OffBe Content with What You Have by Putting Off CovetousnessBe Content with What You Have Versus Purs...

Learning from the Parable of the Unprofitable Servant (Luke 17:7-10)

In Luke 17:7-10 Jesus preached The Parable of the Unprofitable Servant. When we think of all Christ has done for us, our response should be, “We are unworthy servants. We have only done our duty.”https://youtu.be/qsYtrLd5NWEIn Luke 17:7-10 Jesus preached The Parable of the Unprofitable Servant. Our response should always be, “We are unworthy servants.”Table of contentsFamily Worship GuideSermon NotesLesson One: The parable of the unprofitable servant teaches us we (Part One) always hav...

The Importance of Physical Rest in the Bible (Exodus 20:8-11)

Physical rest in the Bible is an important topic. Read or listen to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way to learn the Bible verses about rest.Table of contentsThe Need for Physical Rest in the BibleTransition from the Seventh Day to First DayThe Need for Sleep in the BibleThe Consequences of Inadequate SleepMortalityDiabetesObesityCardiovascularMentalImmune SystemSocialWhen Science Catches Up with the BibleThe Spiritual Helps Us Rest PhysicallyRest Produced from Obeying the LordRest Pro...

Seven Reasons to Attend a Family Integrated Church

What is the family integrated church movement? Why do people attend family integrated churches? Here are seven reasons!Table of contentsFirst, a Family Integrated Church Fits the New Testament PatternJesus Had Children Present When He TaughtPaul Had Children Present When He TaughtPaul Expected Children to Be Present When His Letters Were ReadSecond, a Family Integrated Church Allows Parents to Spend More Time with Their ChildrenThird, a Family Integrated Church Encourages Fathers to Be Spiri...

The Christian Marriage Book for a Couple Reading Together

Your Marriage God’s Way is the Christian marriage book for a couple reading together. Read or listen to the Introduction if you're looking for books to read with your significant other.Table of ContentsFour Reasons Your Marriage God's Way is the Christian Marriage Book for a Couple Reading TogetherFirst, and of Greatest Importance, I Am Not Asking You to Trust MeSecond, I Wrote This Christian Marriage Book Because I Am Passionate About This Area of Scripture and LifeThird, Marriage Is One of...

Should We Have Children in Worship?

Should we have children in worship? Should we have a separate worship service for children? Learn why worshiping with children is so valuable.Table of contentsWhy the Need to Explain Having Children in Worship?Having Children in Worship Is the Biblical PatternChildren Were Present When RejoicingChildren Were Present When Reading God's Word Was ReadChildren Were Present When Seeking the LordChildren Were Present When Confessing SinChildren Were Present When Praising the LordChildren Were Pres...

What Does the Bible Say About Working Too Much? (Exodus 18)

What does the Bible say about working too much? Read or listen to this chapter from Work and Rest God’s Way to learn many bible verses for workaholics.Table of contentsThe Danger of WorkaholismThe Bible Says Our Relationship to Work Can Become Sinful“Physician, Heal Thyself!”The Consequences of WorkaholismPhysical ConsequencesEmotional ConsequencesRelationship ConsequencesPerformance ConsequencesThe Bible Says Working Too Much Has Spiritual ConsequencesThe Danger of BurnoutLearning from the ...

How to Cherish Your Wife by Leaving and Cleaving (Genesis 2:24)

Genesis 2:24 says, "A man shall leave his father and mother, and cleave to his wife." Read or listen to this chapter from Your Marriage God’s Way to learn how to cherish your wife by leaving and cleaving.Table of ContentsLeaving and Cleaving Means Keeping the Marriage in the MarriageSeeking Godly Counsel Is the Exception When Talking Bad About Your SpouseLet Not Man Separate What God Has Joined TogetherHow to Cherish Your Wife by Making Her SupremeA Wife's Perception Is Her RealityHobbies Ar...

A Submissive Christian Wife Puts Her Trust in God Versus Her Husband (1 Peter 3:5-6)

A submissive Christian wife will put her trust in God versus her husband. But what about when her husband is wrong? How should they each respond? Read or listen to this chapter from Your Marriage God’s Way to learn, "What does biblical submission of a wife look like in practice?"Table of ContentsA Submissive Christian Wife Will Submit When She FearsA Submissive Christian Wife Can Be Encouraged by Sarah’s Example of Trusting God A Submissive Christian Wife Can Be Encouraged by Jesus’s Example...