As sinners, we deserve one thing – we deserve hell. The wages of sin is death (Rom. 6:23; Matt. 25:46). But if we place our faith in Christ, we don’t get what we deserve. There is freedom and forgiveness in Christ! In this study of Colossians 2:16-23, we learn…
“O Lord, what a variety of things you have made! In wisdom you have made them all” (Psalm 104:24 NLT). The Book of Genesis lays out a historical account of God’s beautiful creation, followed by a terrible curse, then a worldwide flood. Together, these three events explain the world we see today. In this series, we are learning how science actually confirms this biblical record. Last night in class, I shared…
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As much as we’d love the church to be a perfect place, we realize it is still a work in progress. It’s more like a hospital for the hurting than a resort for the righteous.
Last week in our anxiety class, we learned about how to handle problem people and to show them the love of Christ. An audio recording and full teaching notes are below. In this episode, we talk about…
This is part 6 of 8 in our “Anxious for Nothing” Bible Study, a series that will help you trust God and overcome worry and anxiety.
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PROBLEM PEOPLE AND PEACE IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES
ANXIETY CLASS – WEEK 6
1. Dealing with Problem People (1 Thess. 5:12-22)
• A series of instructions at the end of Paul’s letter
• The church is full of problems. See quote on p. 93.
• Three types of people are mentioned here: the unruly, fainthearted, and weak
• God wants the church to be skilled at counseling (Rom. 15:14; 2 Cor. 1:3-4).
• Understanding these three groups will help you.
• Know what to say “as fits the occasion” (Eph. 4:29)
2. The need for patience
• Having a “long fuse”
• It is a fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22-23)
• This could be mistreatment, provocation, or simple shortcomings. Remember how patient God has been with you! (Matt. 18:21-35)
3. Do not return evil for evil.
• You will be hurt. It’s not a matter of if, but when. Don’t lose heart. Let it go.
• The most painful of all is to be hurt by a friend (Ps. 41:9; 55:12-13; 109:4-5; see p. 102)
• Don’t seek revenge. God will repay (Rom. 12:17-21).
• What about “eye for an eye” (Ex. 21:24)? That’s instruction to the State (government), not individuals.
• “That’s not realistic!”
• What we should do instead – Matthew 5:43-48.
• What are some practical ways we can return evil with good? Be specific.
4. Peace in Every Circumstance (2 Thess. 3:16, 18)
• Human (worldly) peace is fragile and can quickly vanish
• God’s peace goes much deeper (see pp. 106-107)
• In the hospital waiting room
• The wicked enjoy no real peace. But God does have pity on them (Jonah 4:11; Mt. 23:37-39)
• Peace begins with Jesus, the Prince of Peace (Rom. 5:1). Do you have that peace?
Remember: You and I are trophies of God’s grace! (1 Tim. 1:12-14)
For God to pardon our sin would have been enough. To then adopt us into his family? Unbelievable! In this study of Ephesians 1:5-6, you will learn about…
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The doctrine of election is one of the most mysterious yet profound truths of the gospel. In this sermon podcast of Ephesians 1:4, we learn…
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