Reading the news these days can be discouraging as our culture seems to be turning further and further away from God. But even in a "post-Christian” society, Christians have good reason to stay hopeful.
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The Bible repeatedly warns us about the danger of false teachers, but how can we know when someone is one? Are there tell-tale characteristics which help us discern between true and false teachers?
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So much has been shaken by the events of 2020, how do we stand firm in our faith in the midst of adversity? Is standing firm about our determination and willpower, or is it about something much more reliable?
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Our spiritual lives have either positive or negative momentum. We’re either growing in our love for God, or we’re drifting away from Him. As we continue looking at 2 Peter, we find some helpful insights on what helps you develop a positive spiritual momentum — and what hinders it.
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Many of us think that we're simply passive recipients of God's promises, but Peter exhorts us to "make every effort to respond to God's promises." What does it look like to respond to God's promises?
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What can you count on when you can’t count on anything else? The Bible is full of promises from God which apply regardless of our feelings or circumstances. Choosing to trust in His promises enables us to endure and remain hopeful despite life’s challenges.
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Can all the disruption and chaos of 2020 lead to a more effective church? Is it possible that God is using the pandemic to help the church embrace changes that are needed to make it fruitful in the future? Today Todd shares vision for Antioch Sheffield in 2021.
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How do you wrap-up a year like 2020? Todd shares two important principles to help you bring closure on 2020 and hope for 2021.
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The manner of Jesus' birth and the humble social standing of His family means that no matter how high or how low your station in life, Jesus understands you and can offer you mercy and grace in your time of need.
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On the night Jesus was born, the angels famously proclaimed “Peace on earth”. But what does that mean exactly? How did Jesus’ arrival bring peace on earth?
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I have nothing to offer, I don't have time, I don't know what to do, these are all thoughts that hinder us from making disciples. But the truth is anyone can be a disciple-maker, so let's take a look at what it means to make disciples by looking at the model Jesus gave us.
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Discipleship has the power to transform lives, but that isn't always people's experience. Sometimes that's because there are things that make us resistant to the growth it offers, so if we want discipleship to be effective then we need to have the heart of a disciple. And one of the key characteristics in the heart of a disciple is a willingness to learn from others. To be a disciple we need to be teachable.
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