This series will examine the different types of psalms as well as the various literary devices used by the authors of this book.
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This series provides an in-depth look at the most well-structured gospel record originally designed to address Jewish questions about Jesus but later used by the early church as a primer for new Christians.
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Mark's gospel is a rapid-fire account of Jesus' ministry focusing primarily on His many miracles. This eyewitness account presents the boldest and clearest witness of Jesus' identity as the Son of God with power!
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This 12 part series is an easy to understand explanation of Paul's epistle to the Colossian church. In it, the Apostle describes the many facets of Christ's pre-eminence (superiority) in both the physical and spiritual worlds thus establishing the reasons for His Lordship over all.
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This series explains in simple terms the relationship between these two books of the Bible. Each book will be reviewed to better understand the meaning of the symbolic language used in both and the message that the writers were communicating to their readers as well as a modern application for today's Christian.
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Unlike l Corinthians, II Corinthians is a subjective book. I Corinthians teaches the church how to do things and how Christians conduct themselves in various situations. II Corinthians reveals what it is like to be an Apostle.
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This series explains basic topics such as belief in God, the history and writing of the Bible, the person of Jesus, the nature of salvation and more. All presented in an easy-to-understand approach suitable for those less familiar with the Bible or the Christian religion.
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The Galatian letter is Paul's response to those in every age who would try to tamper with the essential message of the Gospel: That salvation is obtained by faith, not law, and that freedom in Christ moves us to live by the Spirit of God, not the spirit of this world.
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A final lesson describing the new motivation and lifestyle that God has designed for those who are followers of Jesus Christ.Mike Mazzalongo
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The church is the physical presence of Jesus Christ in the world today. In this lesson we will examine the New Testament in order to determine what the inspired text says the church should be like and how it should function.Mike Mazzalongo
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This lesson lays out the simple yet powerful plan that God has initiated to save mankind from eternal condemnation due to personal sin and how Jesus Christ fits into this plan of salvation.Mike Mazzalongo
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The Christian faith is based on the person of Jesus Christ. In this lesson we will look closely at this person in order to more clearly define His true nature and character.Mike Mazzalongo
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This lesson examines the history of Bible authorship, how the Bible was organized into its present form, and some key reasons why Christians believe that it is inspired by God.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this lesson, we will examine the Christian religion and see how it compares to the other major religions in the world.Mike Mazzalongo
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This first lesson in the series reviews the reasons why Christians believe in a Supreme Being. This idea is looked at from both a philosophical and theological perspective.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this section, Paul explains why he is a true Apostle and then shows us how he exercises his Apostolic authority over this church.Mike Mazzalongo
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Our general idea of fellowship is usually the socializing we participate in while at church. These are common types of fellowship but not the only kinds described in the Bible.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul the Apostle describes his ministry and gives a comparison of his work to that of the false teachers.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this section of II Corinthians, Paul the Apostle will offer his readers an explanation concerning his conduct which had been questioned by some at Corinth.Mike Mazzalongo
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In the introductory chapter, Mike provides some basic information about Corinth and its people as well as the church and the background of these letters.Mike Mazzalongo
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In order to understand II Corinthians, it is assumed that you have studied I Corinthians, and since there is no guarantee that this is so, I'd like to begin with a brief review of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians.Mike Mazzalongo
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Royal psalms were written for occasions such as royal coronations, anniversaries and weddings, or simply to honor the King.Mike Mazzalongo
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Praise psalms encompass the actual words sung and recited when worshipping God in various circumstances.Mike Mazzalongo
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The psalms that lift up God's name and providential care as protector and guide are referred to as assurance psalms.Mike Mazzalongo
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The suffering psalms described both the trouble and the effect on the author as he poured his heart out before God in prayer.Mike Mazzalongo
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These beautiful and uplifting psalms describe the feelings of awe and joy experienced by those who traveled to the temple in Jerusalem in order to worship God and marvel at the city and temple at the heart of the Jewish religion.Mike Mazzalongo
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The penitential psalms record expressions of personal lament and confession of sin by the psalmist.Mike Mazzalongo
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Mike examines the psalms that highlight the value and power of God's Word.Mike Mazzalongo
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This lesson examines "nature" type psalms and how they are designed to not only highlight the beauty of creation but also how the creation serves to honor and reveal the power of God.Mike Mazzalongo
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This class will examine the three types of psalms that make up the "Wisdom" category of psalms.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this lesson, Mike reviews the various literary devices that make Hebrew poetry unique.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this introductory lesson to the book of Psalms, Mike reviews the title, authorship, and use of this Jewish songbook.Mike Mazzalongo
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Final review lesson on the Colossian letter focusing on the idea that only Jesus is preeminent in every area of life, history, and the created world.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul continues describing the standard of living that flows from Jesus' teaching and adds a final feature of that design - an ordered society.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this lesson Paul will add the two final elements included in the Christian standard/ethic established by Jesus.Mike Mazzalongo
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In his final appeal to the Galatian Christians, Paul encourages them to reject the soul-killing teachings of the Judaizers and live as free men according to the teachings of the Holy Spirit.Mike Mazzalongo
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This lesson continues the discussion on Christian ethics and how various elements come together to establish a Christian "Standard" for life and morality.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this section Paul will explain how freedom, like all other spiritual blessings, is obtained through a system of faith and not law.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul begins to explore another area where Christ is first or preeminent and that is in the determination of what is ultimately right or wrong.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this lesson Paul establishes the main argument of his letter to the Galatians, that spiritual blessings have always been obtained through a system of faith and not through a system of merit.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this lesson the Apostle delves into the heart of the gospel message by listing the blessings accomplished by the cross of Christ. He also encourages the church not to be pulled away from the core doctrine of the cross.Mike Mazzalongo
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The Apostle rebukes and questions his readers for their foolish and dangerous attempt at returning to a system of law/works in order to obtain salvation and sanctification.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul transitions to a discussion concerning the preeminent position of Jesus' doctrine.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul goes into detail describing the core idea of the gospel message, that we are saved by a system of faith and not by a system of law which the false teachers were promoting.Mike Mazzalongo
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The third part of a series of lessons exploring the teaching on Jesus' preeminence in personal relationships.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul continues to describe his own conversion to Christianity from Judaism and his early contact with the Apostles at Jerusalem as a way of establishing his legitimacy as a teacher and Apostle.Mike Mazzalongo
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This lesson continues to develop the thought that Christ is first and foremost as far as a relationship with God is concerned.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul recounts his own personal history of faith and early work as a missionary establishing churches throughout the Roman Empire. He also describes an important confrontation with another Apostle over the very issues that existed in the Galatian church.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul offers a prayer which will serve as a bridge to the idea that Christ is pre-eminent in their relationship with God.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this lesson Paul describes the false teaching that was being promoted by certain teachers at the Galatian church and the dangerous consequences that would result.Mike Mazzalongo
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Paul argues for the all sufficiency of Christ and His teachings over the false wisdom being touted by heretical teachers.Mike Mazzalongo
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This first lesson in this series contains the background information on the history of the Galatian church, Paul's reason for writing this letter, and the general division of the topics that the Apostle addresses in his epistle to these people.Mike Mazzalongo
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Background information on the date and circumstance surrounding the writing of this epistle by Paul, the apostle.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this last class in the series, Mike will focus on the key passages that describe Jesus' death, burial and resurrection - an experience referred to as the Lord's "Passion."Mike Mazzalongo
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In the last hours before His suffering Jesus will provide teaching concerning the judgment coming on the Jewish nation, and how His Apostles will remember Him after He is gone.Mike Mazzalongo
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As the time for Jesus' death grows near Mark recounts several confrontations with various Jewish leaders and groups that will seal their rejection of Him as their Messiah.Mike Mazzalongo
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Now that the Apostles have acknowledged Jesus' true identity as the Son of God, the Lord begins more in-depth teaching on the subjects of His mission and the nature of His Kingdom.Mike Mazzalongo
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In this section of Mark's gospel, the writer uses the miracles where Jesus heals the blind and deaf as a preview of the opening of the Apostles' unbelieving eyes and ears.Mike Mazzalongo
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