May/June 2021
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What Is the Purpose of the Church?
The Church that Jesus built was founded on the Day of Pentecost, almost 2,000 years ago. Does this Church still exist? If so, what value does it have today? Listen
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Change The Story of Cain and Abel: Still Relevant Today
Why study the first murder? The story of Cain and Abel sheds light on the trouble we have getting along, but God always has a few who reject the way of Cain. Listen
Change Before You Can Have True Repentance
Job was a unique, blameless man facing extraordinary trials. But does the book of Job reveal a lesson about repentance that can apply to everyone? Listen
Bible The Love of the Truth
Paul warned about the Antichrist, lying wonders and unrighteous deception. But there is a powerful antidote: “the love of the truth.” How do we receive it? Listen
Change How to Stop Phone Addiction
Modern smartphones have nearly unlimited uses—some very positive. But many people are becoming addicted to their phones. How can you break phone addiction? Listen
Relationships Never Give Up: Helping Your Child Build Perseverance
Kids need to learn to persevere, not only so they can succeed in school now, but to ready them for career, marriage and family responsibilities as adults. Listen
Life Lessons From the Parable of the 10 Virgins
What lesson was Jesus Christ communicating in the parable of the five wise and five foolish virgins? How can we be sure we’re among the wise? Listen
Change On What Rock Did Christ Build His Church?
A major denomination claims its authority on the premise that Jesus founded His Church on Peter. But did “on this rock I will build My church” refer to Peter? Listen
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