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Merely Human?—1 Corinthians 3:1–4
Divisiveness and conflict are signs of spiritual immaturity. God calls us to live as children of God, not to act like we are “merely human.”
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Setting Your Mind Where It Belongs—Romans 8:5–6
Romans 8 contrasts two lives: The life “according to the Spirit” (the life of a true follower of Jesus) and the life “according to the flesh” (the life of one who does not have a real relationship with Him). It is interesting to place these two lives side-by-side.
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Ascension and Pentecost IV: The Ascended Christ Sends the Indwelling Spirit
This conclusion to this series will show how the indwelling Holy Spirit provides our connection with the ascended Lord Jesus Christ and enables us to observe all that He has commanded us (Matthew 28:19–20).
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Walking Through the Valleys. II: To the Other Side
A valley is merely a low point between two high places. You can climb the mountain out of the valley to the glorious summit where the light of the Son dispels all darkness. If you are in the valley, continue to follow God. Praise Him that He wants you to abide on the mountaintop, not in the valley.
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Walking in the Light of the World: II. Filled with the Holy Spirit
God is relational. He does not merely give us a list of tasks and obligations, demanding that we do our job right. He draws us into relationship with Him through His Son, Jesus Christ. A major element of that relationship is the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. We cannot walk in the light without being led by the Holy Spirit.