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Living in Light of Jesus' Return

Gary DeLashmutt

1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

In light of what Paul had previously written to the Thessalonian church concerning the Rapture and return of Jesus, he explains what this means for how Christians should live their lives. Jesus Christ's return is imminent, something that has been predicted throughout the Bible and is the basis for the hope of Christians. In light of Jesus coming back, Paul urges the Thessalonians to be sober and alert, and live consistently as if we're confident in Jesus' return. This would mean living for things that have eternal benefit, understanding the brokenness of the world around us, and living a life where we are transformed to look more like Christ.

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Hope in the Face of Death

Gary DeLashmutt

1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Paul writes to the Thessalonians describing how the Christian life provides real hope amidst death. The promise of a personal, embodied reunion with Jesus Christ gives Christians hope to see their loved ones in Christ who have passed away. This is based on Jesus overcoming death and will occur during the Rapture, where Jesus will return and call up all Christians to meet him up in the air. The implications of these truths are that people need to entrust themselves to Jesus Christ, and for those who are believers in Jesus, they should instruct others with these words.

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Jesus Is Born

Ryan Lowery

Luke 2:7-52

When God entered into humanity through Jesus, he was a polarizing figure. Three scenes from Jesus' childhood confirm that Jesus was the promised Christ but also hint that there is more to the story than a conquering king. Jesus was willing to do the right thing even if it came at the cost of popularity, and he was also willing to take a position of sacrifice in order to lift up the undeserving.

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The Bread of Life

Jim Leffel

John 6:1-71

When Jesus fed the five thousand, he said he was the bread of life. Jim Leffel unpacks the implications of such a statement and contrasts this offer with ?junk foods? that are inadequate alternatives offered in popular culture.

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The Claims & Case for Christ (Part 4)

Jim Leffel

John 5:25-47

Was Jesus the promised Messiah? The Messiah was predicted to come from Bethlehem, and during the exact time that he did through a prediction in Daniel 9. Through genuinely examining these claims, we can come to a firm conclusion that Jesus was the Messiah as he claimed.

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The Claims & Case for Christ (Part 4)

Jim Leffel

John 5:25-47

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The Claims & Case for Christ (Part 3)

Jim Leffel

John 5:25-47

Was Jesus the promised Messiah? The Messiah was predicted to be part of David's royal line; more than a man - a redeemer, a future ruler, and an example of God's love. Jesus fits the description in all of these areas.

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The Claims & Case for Christ (Part 3)

Jim Leffel

John 5:25-47

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The Claims & Case for Christ (Part 2)

Jim Leffel

John 5:25-47

Through examining data, forming a hypothesis/claim, weighing the evidence, and then rendering a verdict we can come to a firm conclusion on a case. To build a good claim, it needs to be plausible, relevant to the evidence, and testable. Jesus' claims as Messiah were backed by strong witnesses, strong manuscripts, and historical facts. With no plausible alternatives that can withstand these tests, we can come to an informed decision about who Jesus is.

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Christology

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