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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Matt McMillen https://storage.buzzsprout.com/h1jch5thh8ej0zx30kuip01ys32c?.jpg Walk Talks With Matt McMillen https://www.mattmcmillen.com/ What's the Difference Between Spirit, Soul, and Body? (8-9-26) What's the Difference Between Spirit, Soul, and Body? (8-9-26) Topics: Understanding Spirit, Soul, and Body, The Biblical Reality of the Trinity, God's Plural Nature in Creation (Genesis 1:26), Made New in Spirit (Romans 6:6), Eternal Security in Christ (Ephesians 1:13), Truth About Blasphemy Against the Spirit (Matthew 12:31), Saved by Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), Indwelt by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19), Defining the Flesh vs Sinful Nature, Your Flesh as Holy and Acceptable, Understanding Sin as a Force (Genesis 4:7), Dead to the Power of Sin (Romans 6:11), Identity as Saints Not Sinners, Using Your Body as a Tool for Righteousness, Sealed Perfection Despite Sins, Why Christians Cannot Live in Sin (Romans 6:1-2), Illustrating Spiritual DNA in Believers, Defining the Human Soul and Consciousness, How the Mind Will and Emotions Express You, Resting in Your Complete Identity in Christ, The Believer's Complete Reconciliation with God (2 Corinthians 5:18-21), Overcoming Enemy Lies with Truth, The Purpose of Human Flesh on Earth, The Unchanging Identtiy of a Reborn Believer, Christ Defeated Sin's Power at the Cross, Freedom From Condemnation and Accusation, Distinguishing Your Flesh From Spiritual Influences, God's Indwelling Presence in Believers, Walking according to the Spirit (Romans 8:1-13)

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]]> Topics: Understanding Spirit, Soul, and Body, The Biblical Reality of the Trinity, God's Plural Nature in Creation (Genesis 1:26), Made New in Spirit (Romans 6:6), Eternal Security in Christ (Ephesians 1:13), Truth About Blasphemy Against the Spirit (Matthew 12:31), Saved by Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), Indwelt by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19), Defining the Flesh vs Sinful Nature, Your Flesh as Holy and Acceptable, Understanding Sin as a Force (Genesis 4:7), Dead to the Power of Sin (Romans 6:11), Identity as Saints Not Sinners, Using Your Body as a Tool for Righteousness, Sealed Perfection Despite Sins, Why Christians Cannot Live in Sin (Romans 6:1-2), Illustrating Spiritual DNA in Believers, Defining the Human Soul and Consciousness, How the Mind Will and Emotions Express You, Resting in Your Complete Identity in Christ, The Believer's Complete Reconciliation with God (2 Corinthians 5:18-21), Overcoming Enemy Lies with Truth, The Purpose of Human Flesh on Earth, The Unchanging Identtiy of a Reborn Believer, Christ Defeated Sin's Power at the Cross, Freedom From Condemnation and Accusation, Distinguishing Your Flesh From Spiritual Influences, God's Indwelling Presence in Believers, Walking according to the Spirit (Romans 8:1-13)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19620647 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:00:00 -0500 1599 353 full false Top 3 Lies About Turning From Sins (8-2-26) Top 3 Lies About Turning From Sins (8-2-26) Topics: Turning From Sins, Turn From Sins, Salvation by Grace Alone, Ephesians 2:8-9, Eternal Consequences of Sin (Romans 6:23), The Meaning of Repentance (Metanoeo), Freedom and Permission in Christ (1 Corinthians 6:12), True Identity as Holy Saints, Romans 6:1-2, Grace Teaches Upright Living (Titus 2:11-12), The Trap of Man-Made Traditions, Mark 7:9, Rest in Christ's Light Yoke, Matthew 11:28-30, Cleansing the Conscience by Faith (Hebrews 9:14), Complete Salvation Through Christ's Life (Hebrews 7:25), Permanent Cleansing vs Repeated Rituals (Hebrews 10:22), Drawing Near to God Through Faith, Hebrews 11:6, Desiring an Honorable Conscience, Hebrews 13:18, Danger of Self-Righteous Hypocrisy, Matthew 23:3-4, The Heavy Burden of Legalism (Luke 11:46), How the Law Stirs Up Sin (Romans 6:14, Romans 7), Freedom from Condemnation in Christ, Romans 8:1, Life in the Spirit vs the Law, Galatians 5:18, Standing Firm in Christian Freedom (Galatians 5:1), Rebuking Legalistic Yokes of Bondage, Acts 15:10, Rightly Dividing the Apostle James, James 4:8, True Context of Deliberate Sin (Hebrews 10:26), The Final Sacrifice of Jesus, Hebrews 9:22, No Judgment in Christ (John 5:24), Boldness on the Day of Judgment (1 John 4:17), Full Forgiveness of All Sins, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Crucified and Resurrected with Christ (Romans 6), Perfected Forever by One Sacrifice (Hebrews 10:14), Living Under Grace Instead of the Law

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]]> Topics: Turning From Sins, Turn From Sins, Salvation by Grace Alone, Ephesians 2:8-9, Eternal Consequences of Sin (Romans 6:23), The Meaning of Repentance (Metanoeo), Freedom and Permission in Christ (1 Corinthians 6:12), True Identity as Holy Saints, Romans 6:1-2, Grace Teaches Upright Living (Titus 2:11-12), The Trap of Man-Made Traditions, Mark 7:9, Rest in Christ's Light Yoke, Matthew 11:28-30, Cleansing the Conscience by Faith (Hebrews 9:14), Complete Salvation Through Christ's Life (Hebrews 7:25), Permanent Cleansing vs Repeated Rituals (Hebrews 10:22), Drawing Near to God Through Faith, Hebrews 11:6, Desiring an Honorable Conscience, Hebrews 13:18, Danger of Self-Righteous Hypocrisy, Matthew 23:3-4, The Heavy Burden of Legalism (Luke 11:46), How the Law Stirs Up Sin (Romans 6:14, Romans 7), Freedom from Condemnation in Christ, Romans 8:1, Life in the Spirit vs the Law, Galatians 5:18, Standing Firm in Christian Freedom (Galatians 5:1), Rebuking Legalistic Yokes of Bondage, Acts 15:10, Rightly Dividing the Apostle James, James 4:8, True Context of Deliberate Sin (Hebrews 10:26), The Final Sacrifice of Jesus, Hebrews 9:22, No Judgment in Christ (John 5:24), Boldness on the Day of Judgment (1 John 4:17), Full Forgiveness of All Sins, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Crucified and Resurrected with Christ (Romans 6), Perfected Forever by One Sacrifice (Hebrews 10:14), Living Under Grace Instead of the Law

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19588310 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0500 6212 352 full false James Explained: Draw Near to God (7-19-26) James Explained: Draw Near to God (7-19-26) Topics: Draw Near to God (James 4:8), James 4:1-12, Judaic Ritual Cleansing, Hearts Purified by Faith (Acts 15:9), Judaism Temple Practices, Blood Required to Draw Near (Exodus 25-26, Leviticus 16, Hebrews 9), The Most Holy Place and Curtain, Captive to the Traditions of Men (Colossians 2:8), Judging the Law and Not Doing it (James 4:11), Conditional Transaction of Animal Blood, Jesus the Lamb of God Takes Away Sins (John 1:29), Perfect and Single Offering of Christ (Hebrews 1:3, Hebrews 10:12), Priests Standing Daily vs Christ Sitting Down, Oneness and One Spirit With the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:17, Colossians 3:3), Body as the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19), Drawing Near Through Assurance of Faith (Hebrews 10:22, Hebrews 11:6), Perfect High Priest Sympathizing With Weaknesses (Hebrews 4:14-15), Eternal Intercession and Complete Salvation (Hebrews 7:25), Inward Pouring of the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:5), Accusations of the Law (John 5:45), Conditional Grace vs True Grace (Romans 11:6), Proverbs Prosperity and Commandments (Proverbs 3:1-34), Satan Disarmed and His Work Destroyed (Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8), Saints vs Sinners Identity, Removing the Stony Heart (Ezekiel 36:26), Vain Humility vs Fruit of the Spirit Joy, Prohibition of Slander in the Law (Leviticus 19:16, Exodus 20:16), Boasting in Faith and Works (James 2), Torn Veil and Uninterrupted Presence of God

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]]> Topics: Draw Near to God (James 4:8), James 4:1-12, Judaic Ritual Cleansing, Hearts Purified by Faith (Acts 15:9), Judaism Temple Practices, Blood Required to Draw Near (Exodus 25-26, Leviticus 16, Hebrews 9), The Most Holy Place and Curtain, Captive to the Traditions of Men (Colossians 2:8), Judging the Law and Not Doing it (James 4:11), Conditional Transaction of Animal Blood, Jesus the Lamb of God Takes Away Sins (John 1:29), Perfect and Single Offering of Christ (Hebrews 1:3, Hebrews 10:12), Priests Standing Daily vs Christ Sitting Down, Oneness and One Spirit With the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:17, Colossians 3:3), Body as the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19), Drawing Near Through Assurance of Faith (Hebrews 10:22, Hebrews 11:6), Perfect High Priest Sympathizing With Weaknesses (Hebrews 4:14-15), Eternal Intercession and Complete Salvation (Hebrews 7:25), Inward Pouring of the Holy Spirit (Romans 5:5), Accusations of the Law (John 5:45), Conditional Grace vs True Grace (Romans 11:6), Proverbs Prosperity and Commandments (Proverbs 3:1-34), Satan Disarmed and His Work Destroyed (Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8), Saints vs Sinners Identity, Removing the Stony Heart (Ezekiel 36:26), Vain Humility vs Fruit of the Spirit Joy, Prohibition of Slander in the Law (Leviticus 19:16, Exodus 20:16), Boasting in Faith and Works (James 2), Torn Veil and Uninterrupted Presence of God

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19515519 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500 5362 351 full false James Explained: Not Many of You Should Become Teachers (7-12-26) James Explained: Not Many of You Should Become Teachers (7-12-26) Topics: Not Many of You Should Become Teachers (James 3:1), James 3:1-8, Law of Christ vs Law of Moses (Galatians 6:2, 1 Corinthians 9), Perfect Judgment of Jesus (John 5:24), Definition of Logou vs Logos (James 1:22, John 1:1), Abounding Spiritual Blessings (Ephesians 1:3), Judaizers and the Men From James (Galatians 2), Circumcision vs Dietary Restrictions (Acts 15-16), Perfect Love Casting out Fear (1 John 4:18), Judgment and Strictness Removed, Meaning of Brethren as Ethnic Jews (James 4:8), Full Remission of Sins (2 Corinthians 5:19, Romans 8:1), Cross of Christ Success, Shadows of Teaching in the New Covenant (Hebrews 8:11), True Qualification and Competence From God (2 Corinthians 3:5-6), Purpose of the Law (1 Timothy 1:7-9), Tested Works and Heavenly Rewards (1 Corinthians 3), Tree and Fruit Metaphor, Body as the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19), Slaves to Righteousness (Romans 6:18), Perfect Cleansing vs Staining (1 Corinthians 6:11), Tongue Control and the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), Crucified With Christ (Galatians 2:20, Colossians 2), Holy Identity of the Believer (Colossians 1:22), Final Account for Christians

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]]> Topics: Not Many of You Should Become Teachers (James 3:1), James 3:1-8, Law of Christ vs Law of Moses (Galatians 6:2, 1 Corinthians 9), Perfect Judgment of Jesus (John 5:24), Definition of Logou vs Logos (James 1:22, John 1:1), Abounding Spiritual Blessings (Ephesians 1:3), Judaizers and the Men From James (Galatians 2), Circumcision vs Dietary Restrictions (Acts 15-16), Perfect Love Casting out Fear (1 John 4:18), Judgment and Strictness Removed, Meaning of Brethren as Ethnic Jews (James 4:8), Full Remission of Sins (2 Corinthians 5:19, Romans 8:1), Cross of Christ Success, Shadows of Teaching in the New Covenant (Hebrews 8:11), True Qualification and Competence From God (2 Corinthians 3:5-6), Purpose of the Law (1 Timothy 1:7-9), Tested Works and Heavenly Rewards (1 Corinthians 3), Tree and Fruit Metaphor, Body as the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19), Slaves to Righteousness (Romans 6:18), Perfect Cleansing vs Staining (1 Corinthians 6:11), Tongue Control and the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), Crucified With Christ (Galatians 2:20, Colossians 2), Holy Identity of the Believer (Colossians 1:22), Final Account for Christians

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19482446 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0500 5370 350 full false James Explained: Be Doers of the Word (7-5-26) James Explained: Be Doers of the Word (7-5-26) Topics: Be Doers of the Word, James 1:21-27 Explained, Faith Without Works Is Dead (James 2:14-26), Paul vs James (Galatians 3:10, Romans 3-4), Demons Believe (James 2:19), The Thief on the Cross, Scriptural Contradictions, Old Testament Shadows (Deuteronomy, Exodus, Leviticus), Dietary Laws and Visions (Acts 10), Christian Liberty (Colossians 2:16), The 613 Commandments (Deuteronomy 4:2, Galatians 3:10), Cherry-Picking the Law (James 2:10), Rightly Dividing the Word (2 Timothy 2:15), Sabbath Work Laws (Exodus 35:2, Colossians 2:16), Temptation of God (James 1:13, Matthew 4, Mark 1, Luke 4, Hebrews 4:15), Old Covenant Righteousness by Faith (Habakkuk 2:4, Genesis 15:6), Meaning of Brethren (Romans 9-12), Law-Zealous Jews (Acts 21), Meaning of the Word Logou (James 1:22), Perfect Law of Liberty (James 1:25), Royal Law and Judgment (James 2:8-12), Perfect Sacrifice of Jesus, No Judgment (John 5:24), Mirror Metaphor of Law Memorization (James 1:23-24), Old Covenant Blessings for Obedience (Deuteronomy 28, Leviticus 26, Joshua 1), Curse of the Law (Galatians 3), Bridling the Tongue (James 1:26), Pure and Undefiled Religion (James 1:27), Washing of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:11, Colossians 1:22, Jude 1:24), Romans 2 Context (Romans 2:12-16), Judging the Law (James 4:11), House on the Rock vs Sand (Matthew 5-7) 

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]]> Topics: Be Doers of the Word, James 1:21-27 Explained, Faith Without Works Is Dead (James 2:14-26), Paul vs James (Galatians 3:10, Romans 3-4), Demons Believe (James 2:19), The Thief on the Cross, Scriptural Contradictions, Old Testament Shadows (Deuteronomy, Exodus, Leviticus), Dietary Laws and Visions (Acts 10), Christian Liberty (Colossians 2:16), The 613 Commandments (Deuteronomy 4:2, Galatians 3:10), Cherry-Picking the Law (James 2:10), Rightly Dividing the Word (2 Timothy 2:15), Sabbath Work Laws (Exodus 35:2, Colossians 2:16), Temptation of God (James 1:13, Matthew 4, Mark 1, Luke 4, Hebrews 4:15), Old Covenant Righteousness by Faith (Habakkuk 2:4, Genesis 15:6), Meaning of Brethren (Romans 9-12), Law-Zealous Jews (Acts 21), Meaning of the Word Logou (James 1:22), Perfect Law of Liberty (James 1:25), Royal Law and Judgment (James 2:8-12), Perfect Sacrifice of Jesus, No Judgment (John 5:24), Mirror Metaphor of Law Memorization (James 1:23-24), Old Covenant Blessings for Obedience (Deuteronomy 28, Leviticus 26, Joshua 1), Curse of the Law (Galatians 3), Bridling the Tongue (James 1:26), Pure and Undefiled Religion (James 1:27), Washing of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:11, Colossians 1:22, Jude 1:24), Romans 2 Context (Romans 2:12-16), Judging the Law (James 4:11), House on the Rock vs Sand (Matthew 5-7) 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19447455 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500 5370 349 full false James Explained: Even the Demons Believe (6-28-26) James Explained: Even the Demons Believe (6-28-26) Topics: The Context of Even the Demons Believe (James 2:19), Faith Without Works Is Dead Context (James 2:14-26), Disagreements Between James and Paul, James’ Rebuttals Against Faith Alone, Rightly Dividing the Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:15), Leviticus Versus the Message of Grace, What Jesus Accomplished on the Cross, The Royal Law and Judgment (James 2:8), James as a Supposed Pillar (Galatians 2), Christ as the True Foundation (Matthew 7:24-27), The Full Sanctification of Saints (1 Corinthians 6:11, Hebrews 10:10), Divine Inspiration of the Law (Exodus 35:2), The True Definition of All Scripture Being Inspired (2 Timothy 3:16), The Gospel of Free Grace (Romans 11:6, Acts 20:24), The Limits of Demonic Belief, Human Salvation Through Faith Alone, Abraham Justified by Faith Alone (Genesis 15:6, Romans 4, Galatians 3), Abraham and the Offering of Isaac (James 2:21, Genesis 22), The True Meaning of Justification, Salvation of the Thief on the Cross, Timeline of the Friend of God Title (2 Chronicles 20:7, Isaiah 41:8), Rahab Justified by Faith (James 2:25, Joshua 2, Hebrews 11:31), Pleasing God Through Faith Alone (Hebrews 11:6), Comparing Faith to Body and Spirit (James 2:26), The Easy Yoke of Jesus Versus Legalism, The True Obedience of Faith (Romans 1, Romans 16), Christ Destroying the Works of the Devil (1 John 3:8, Colossians 2:15), Eternal Life Guaranteed Through Belief (John 3:16, John 5:24, John 6:29, John 6:40, John 6:47, John 11:25-26, John 1:12-13, 1 John 3:1, Galatians 3:26, Acts 15, Acts 16:31) 

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]]> Topics: The Context of Even the Demons Believe (James 2:19), Faith Without Works Is Dead Context (James 2:14-26), Disagreements Between James and Paul, James’ Rebuttals Against Faith Alone, Rightly Dividing the Scriptures (2 Timothy 3:15), Leviticus Versus the Message of Grace, What Jesus Accomplished on the Cross, The Royal Law and Judgment (James 2:8), James as a Supposed Pillar (Galatians 2), Christ as the True Foundation (Matthew 7:24-27), The Full Sanctification of Saints (1 Corinthians 6:11, Hebrews 10:10), Divine Inspiration of the Law (Exodus 35:2), The True Definition of All Scripture Being Inspired (2 Timothy 3:16), The Gospel of Free Grace (Romans 11:6, Acts 20:24), The Limits of Demonic Belief, Human Salvation Through Faith Alone, Abraham Justified by Faith Alone (Genesis 15:6, Romans 4, Galatians 3), Abraham and the Offering of Isaac (James 2:21, Genesis 22), The True Meaning of Justification, Salvation of the Thief on the Cross, Timeline of the Friend of God Title (2 Chronicles 20:7, Isaiah 41:8), Rahab Justified by Faith (James 2:25, Joshua 2, Hebrews 11:31), Pleasing God Through Faith Alone (Hebrews 11:6), Comparing Faith to Body and Spirit (James 2:26), The Easy Yoke of Jesus Versus Legalism, The True Obedience of Faith (Romans 1, Romans 16), Christ Destroying the Works of the Devil (1 John 3:8, Colossians 2:15), Eternal Life Guaranteed Through Belief (John 3:16, John 5:24, John 6:29, John 6:40, John 6:47, John 11:25-26, John 1:12-13, 1 John 3:1, Galatians 3:26, Acts 15, Acts 16:31) 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19413738 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4421 348 full false James Explained: The Battle of Paul vs. James (6-14-26) James Explained: The Battle of Paul vs. James (6-14-26) Topics: Faith without Works, James Explained, Paul vs. James, Law and Grace, Rightly Dividing Scripture, New Covenant Context, Judaism vs. Grace, Acts 15 Jerusalem Council, Acts 21 Nazarite Vow, Gospel of Grace, Works of the Law, Justification by Faith, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:28, Romans 4:2-5, Titus 3:5, Genesis 15:6, Abraham and Isaac Altar, Royal Law, Law of Liberty, Torah Commandments, Circumcision Party, Galatians Law Curse, Judaizers and Zealots, James Gang, Weak Conscience of James, Finished Work of Christ, Mosaic Covenant, John 19:30, James Taught Second Greatest Commandment, James 2:8, Early Church Conflict, First Century Epistles, Principles vs. Person, Sufficiency of Grace, Galatians 2:12, Acts 16 Circumcision of Timothy, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 2:16, 1 Corinthians 8, Acts 23 Plot Against Paul’s Life 

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]]> Topics: Faith without Works, James Explained, Paul vs. James, Law and Grace, Rightly Dividing Scripture, New Covenant Context, Judaism vs. Grace, Acts 15 Jerusalem Council, Acts 21 Nazarite Vow, Gospel of Grace, Works of the Law, Justification by Faith, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 3:28, Romans 4:2-5, Titus 3:5, Genesis 15:6, Abraham and Isaac Altar, Royal Law, Law of Liberty, Torah Commandments, Circumcision Party, Galatians Law Curse, Judaizers and Zealots, James Gang, Weak Conscience of James, Finished Work of Christ, Mosaic Covenant, John 19:30, James Taught Second Greatest Commandment, James 2:8, Early Church Conflict, First Century Epistles, Principles vs. Person, Sufficiency of Grace, Galatians 2:12, Acts 16 Circumcision of Timothy, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 2:16, 1 Corinthians 8, Acts 23 Plot Against Paul’s Life 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19344123 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4187 347 full false James Explained: Faith Without Works Is Dead (6-7-26) James Explained: Faith Without Works Is Dead (6-7-26) Topics: Explanation of Epistle of James, James 2:14-26, James 2:14 and Faith Without Works Is Dead, Why Faith Alone Cannot Save According to James, The Historical Error of Justification Before Men, Even the Demons Believe, Misinterpreting the Dead Body Metaphor in James 2:26, Abraham Declared Righteous by Faith Decades Before Isaac in Genesis 15, How James Chapter Two Spits on the Cross, Rahab the Prostitute in Joshua 2, Demanding Old Testament Cleansing Rituals in New Covenant Times, Acts 15 and Why James Imposed Levitical Restrictions on Gentile Converts, Exposing the Legalistic Mixture of Jesus Plus Moses, The True Meaning of Faith Without Works Is Dead, Why James Only Mentions Grace Twice in His Letter, The Pre-Acts 15 Dating of the Epistle of James, Paul Stating the Complete Opposite of James in Romans 4:4, Why the Law of Liberty and Royal Law Is a Legalistic Oxymoron, Salvation Fully Apart from Law Observance in Romans 3:20, James Demanding Works of the Mosaic Law for Salvation, Works Competition with Demons, Disappearing Covenants and the Obsolete Law in Hebrews 8:13, The Nazarite Purification Ritual Forced Upon Paul in Acts 21, What the Pinned Down Thief on the Cross Proves, Cleansing Your Hands vs Being Already Washed, Drawing Near Through Animal Blood vs the Blood of Jesus, Why the Box Church Waters Down James, The Complete Sufficiency of Justification Solely by Grace, Unlearning the Covenant Mixture Found in James, How James Made Up the Timeline Accounts of Abraham and Rahab, The Exclusive Twelve Tribes Audience of the Epistle of James, Total Defeat of Sin Consciousness Under True Grace

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]]> Topics: Explanation of Epistle of James, James 2:14-26, James 2:14 and Faith Without Works Is Dead, Why Faith Alone Cannot Save According to James, The Historical Error of Justification Before Men, Even the Demons Believe, Misinterpreting the Dead Body Metaphor in James 2:26, Abraham Declared Righteous by Faith Decades Before Isaac in Genesis 15, How James Chapter Two Spits on the Cross, Rahab the Prostitute in Joshua 2, Demanding Old Testament Cleansing Rituals in New Covenant Times, Acts 15 and Why James Imposed Levitical Restrictions on Gentile Converts, Exposing the Legalistic Mixture of Jesus Plus Moses, The True Meaning of Faith Without Works Is Dead, Why James Only Mentions Grace Twice in His Letter, The Pre-Acts 15 Dating of the Epistle of James, Paul Stating the Complete Opposite of James in Romans 4:4, Why the Law of Liberty and Royal Law Is a Legalistic Oxymoron, Salvation Fully Apart from Law Observance in Romans 3:20, James Demanding Works of the Mosaic Law for Salvation, Works Competition with Demons, Disappearing Covenants and the Obsolete Law in Hebrews 8:13, The Nazarite Purification Ritual Forced Upon Paul in Acts 21, What the Pinned Down Thief on the Cross Proves, Cleansing Your Hands vs Being Already Washed, Drawing Near Through Animal Blood vs the Blood of Jesus, Why the Box Church Waters Down James, The Complete Sufficiency of Justification Solely by Grace, Unlearning the Covenant Mixture Found in James, How James Made Up the Timeline Accounts of Abraham and Rahab, The Exclusive Twelve Tribes Audience of the Epistle of James, Total Defeat of Sin Consciousness Under True Grace

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19308200 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0500 6782 346 full false Why Christians Are Completely Righteous (5-24-26) Why Christians Are Completely Righteous (5-24-26) Topics: Definition of Righteousness and Justification, Right Standing with God, How Understanding Your Righteousness Instantly Improves Your Quality of Life, Understanding True Righteousness in 2 Corinthians 5:21, The Illusion of Attaining Righteousness via the Law, Historical Examples of Righteousness by Faith Alone, Abraham Counted as Righteous in Genesis 15:6, The Core Message of Faith in Romans 4:3, Righteousness Apart from Human Effort in Galatians 3:3, Supernatural Deliverance from Adam Into Jesus Christ, Trusting the Finished Work of the Cross, Exposing the Timeline Errors of James and How James Mixed the Covenants, Living the Obedience of Faith in Romans 1:5, Finding True Freedom Apart from Law Keeping, The Unity of Righteousness Justification and Sanctification, Cleansed Completely by Christ in 1 Corinthians 6:11, Sanctified Once for All in Hebrews 10:10, Rejecting False Categories of Split Up Righteousness, Why New Covenant Grace Outshines Old Wine, Moving Effortlessly From Sin Consciousness to Righteousness Consciousness, The Power of Identity, Training Believers in Who They Already Are, Remembering Your True Cleansing in 2 Peter 1:9, The Law as a Temporary Schoolmaster, The Righteous Requirements of Law Written on Gentile Hearts, Morality Driven Exclusively by the Holy Spirit, Relying Solely on Faith in Philippians 3:9, The Just Shall Live by Faith in Romans 1:17, Seeking His Kingdom and Righteousness First, Practicing Righteousness as Your New Identity

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]]> Topics: Definition of Righteousness and Justification, Right Standing with God, How Understanding Your Righteousness Instantly Improves Your Quality of Life, Understanding True Righteousness in 2 Corinthians 5:21, The Illusion of Attaining Righteousness via the Law, Historical Examples of Righteousness by Faith Alone, Abraham Counted as Righteous in Genesis 15:6, The Core Message of Faith in Romans 4:3, Righteousness Apart from Human Effort in Galatians 3:3, Supernatural Deliverance from Adam Into Jesus Christ, Trusting the Finished Work of the Cross, Exposing the Timeline Errors of James and How James Mixed the Covenants, Living the Obedience of Faith in Romans 1:5, Finding True Freedom Apart from Law Keeping, The Unity of Righteousness Justification and Sanctification, Cleansed Completely by Christ in 1 Corinthians 6:11, Sanctified Once for All in Hebrews 10:10, Rejecting False Categories of Split Up Righteousness, Why New Covenant Grace Outshines Old Wine, Moving Effortlessly From Sin Consciousness to Righteousness Consciousness, The Power of Identity, Training Believers in Who They Already Are, Remembering Your True Cleansing in 2 Peter 1:9, The Law as a Temporary Schoolmaster, The Righteous Requirements of Law Written on Gentile Hearts, Morality Driven Exclusively by the Holy Spirit, Relying Solely on Faith in Philippians 3:9, The Just Shall Live by Faith in Romans 1:17, Seeking His Kingdom and Righteousness First, Practicing Righteousness as Your New Identity

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19229909 Sun, 24 May 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4463 345 full false Why Christians Are Completely Forgiven (5-17-26) Why Christians Are Completely Forgiven (5-17-26) Topics: Assurance of Forgiveness for All Sins, Human Apologies vs God's Blood System, Meaning of Animal Sacrifice in Genesis, Divine Necessity of Jesus's Blood, Failure of Asking for Unremembered Sins, False Security of Continual Confession, True Context of 1 John 1:9, Flawed Theology of Ongoing Repentance, Performance Forgiveness Strips Christ's Work, God Inspects the Sacrifice Not Human Actions, Light Burden of Christ in Matthew 11, Fear Caused by Questioning Salvation in 2 Timothy 1:7, Forgiveness Exclusively Through Blood in Hebrews 9:22, Redemption by Grace Through Faith in Ephesians 2:8-9, Riches of Grace in Ephesians 1:7 and Romans 11:6, Christ Dying for the Ungodly in Romans 5, Box Churches Belittling the Blood, Impossibility of Christ Dying Repeatedly in Romans 6:9-10, Purpose of Communion in 1 Corinthians 11, Rejecting the Ritual of Re-Sacrificing Christ, Once for All Time Sacrifice in Hebrews 9 and 10, Overcoming Human Traditions in Mark 7:9 and Colossians 2:8, Maturing as a New Creation in Colossians 1:22, Christ Putting Away Sin Permanently in Hebrews 9:26, Security of Being Hidden in God in Colossians 3:3, Levitical Priests vs Jesus' Indestructible Life in Hebrews 7:16, Blood of the Covenant at the Last Supper, Covenant Built on God's Promise in Hebrews 6:18, God Remembering Sins No More in Hebrews 10:17, Made Perfect Forever in Hebrews 10:14

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]]> Topics: Assurance of Forgiveness for All Sins, Human Apologies vs God's Blood System, Meaning of Animal Sacrifice in Genesis, Divine Necessity of Jesus's Blood, Failure of Asking for Unremembered Sins, False Security of Continual Confession, True Context of 1 John 1:9, Flawed Theology of Ongoing Repentance, Performance Forgiveness Strips Christ's Work, God Inspects the Sacrifice Not Human Actions, Light Burden of Christ in Matthew 11, Fear Caused by Questioning Salvation in 2 Timothy 1:7, Forgiveness Exclusively Through Blood in Hebrews 9:22, Redemption by Grace Through Faith in Ephesians 2:8-9, Riches of Grace in Ephesians 1:7 and Romans 11:6, Christ Dying for the Ungodly in Romans 5, Box Churches Belittling the Blood, Impossibility of Christ Dying Repeatedly in Romans 6:9-10, Purpose of Communion in 1 Corinthians 11, Rejecting the Ritual of Re-Sacrificing Christ, Once for All Time Sacrifice in Hebrews 9 and 10, Overcoming Human Traditions in Mark 7:9 and Colossians 2:8, Maturing as a New Creation in Colossians 1:22, Christ Putting Away Sin Permanently in Hebrews 9:26, Security of Being Hidden in God in Colossians 3:3, Levitical Priests vs Jesus' Indestructible Life in Hebrews 7:16, Blood of the Covenant at the Last Supper, Covenant Built on God's Promise in Hebrews 6:18, God Remembering Sins No More in Hebrews 10:17, Made Perfect Forever in Hebrews 10:14

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19191062 Sun, 17 May 2026 12:00:00 -0500 5248 344 full false 1 John 1:9 Explained: Confession and Forgiveness (5-10-26) 1 John 1:9 Explained: Confession and Forgiveness (5-10-26) Topics: Full Context of the Letter of 1 John, The Error of Prooftexting Individual Verses and Chapters, The Power of the Blood of Jesus, The Jewish Day of Atonement, Hebrews 9:22 and the Shedding of Blood, Once for All Sacrifice of Christ, Hebrews 10:14 and the Sufficiency of Jesus, The End of the Old Covenant System, Hebrews 10:9 and the New Covenant Establishment, Dangers of Protestant Scholasticism, Finality of the Cross in John 19:30, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth, Identifying Gnosticism in the Early Church, Why Jesus Came in the Physical Flesh, The Gnostic Denial of Sin as Reality, 1 John 1:8 and the Truth of Our Sin, Jesus as the Way and Truth in John 14:6, Biblical Descriptions versus Prescriptions, The True Identity of the New Covenant Believer, Children of God versus Children of the Devil, Being Perfected in the Love of God, 1 John 2:2 and Jesus as Our Propitiation, 1 John 4:10 and the Satisfying Sacrifice, Greek Definition of the Word Logon, Permanent Nature of Fellowship with God, 1 Corinthians 6:17 and Being One Spirit, The True Context of Jesus Washing Feet, James 5:16 and Healing of the Mind, Matthew 6 and the Purpose of Conditional Forgiveness

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]]> Topics: Full Context of the Letter of 1 John, The Error of Prooftexting Individual Verses and Chapters, The Power of the Blood of Jesus, The Jewish Day of Atonement, Hebrews 9:22 and the Shedding of Blood, Once for All Sacrifice of Christ, Hebrews 10:14 and the Sufficiency of Jesus, The End of the Old Covenant System, Hebrews 10:9 and the New Covenant Establishment, Dangers of Protestant Scholasticism, Finality of the Cross in John 19:30, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth, Identifying Gnosticism in the Early Church, Why Jesus Came in the Physical Flesh, The Gnostic Denial of Sin as Reality, 1 John 1:8 and the Truth of Our Sin, Jesus as the Way and Truth in John 14:6, Biblical Descriptions versus Prescriptions, The True Identity of the New Covenant Believer, Children of God versus Children of the Devil, Being Perfected in the Love of God, 1 John 2:2 and Jesus as Our Propitiation, 1 John 4:10 and the Satisfying Sacrifice, Greek Definition of the Word Logon, Permanent Nature of Fellowship with God, 1 Corinthians 6:17 and Being One Spirit, The True Context of Jesus Washing Feet, James 5:16 and Healing of the Mind, Matthew 6 and the Purpose of Conditional Forgiveness

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19152954 Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4442 343 full false 5 MORE Signs Your Church Teaches Demonic Doctrine (5-3-26) 5 MORE Signs Your Church Teaches Demonic Doctrine (5-3-26) Topics: The True Context of Demonic Doctrine (1 Timothy 4:1-3), Identifying Teachings that Oppose Grace (Acts 20:24), Forgiveness through Blood not Asking (Hebrews 9:22), The Sufficiency of the Blood of Jesus, Why You cannot Out-Sin God's Grace, The Finality of Complete Forgiveness (Colossians 2:13), Why Sin is not Beneficial but Permissible, The Error of Repeatedly Asking for Forgiveness, How the Day of Atonement pointed to Jesus, Resting in the Finished Work of Christ, Forgiveness as a Lifetime Gift for Believers, Why God only Forgives by Blood, Distinguishing between Forgiveness from People and God, The Myth of Repeated Confession for Forgiveness (1 John 1:9), Correcting the Context of Sin Deniers, Agreeing with God about Your Identity, The Danger of Belittling the Blood of Jesus, Why Repenting of Sins does not Save, Repentance as a Change of Belief (Acts 2:38), The New Covenant Blood of Jesus (Matthew 26:28), Insulting the Spirit of Grace (Hebrews 10:29), Redemption in accordance with God's Riches (Ephesians 1:7), Why Heavenly Rewards are based on Grace, The Parable of the Equal Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20:1-16), Recognizing Your Incorruptible Love for God (Ephesians 6:24), Distinguishing the Flesh from Flesh, Why Your Flesh is the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 6:19), The Truth about Having Crucified the Flesh (Galatians 5:24), Understanding Your Body as an Instrument of Righteousness, Blameless in Spirit Soul and Body (1 Thessalonians 5:23)

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]]> Topics: The True Context of Demonic Doctrine (1 Timothy 4:1-3), Identifying Teachings that Oppose Grace (Acts 20:24), Forgiveness through Blood not Asking (Hebrews 9:22), The Sufficiency of the Blood of Jesus, Why You cannot Out-Sin God's Grace, The Finality of Complete Forgiveness (Colossians 2:13), Why Sin is not Beneficial but Permissible, The Error of Repeatedly Asking for Forgiveness, How the Day of Atonement pointed to Jesus, Resting in the Finished Work of Christ, Forgiveness as a Lifetime Gift for Believers, Why God only Forgives by Blood, Distinguishing between Forgiveness from People and God, The Myth of Repeated Confession for Forgiveness (1 John 1:9), Correcting the Context of Sin Deniers, Agreeing with God about Your Identity, The Danger of Belittling the Blood of Jesus, Why Repenting of Sins does not Save, Repentance as a Change of Belief (Acts 2:38), The New Covenant Blood of Jesus (Matthew 26:28), Insulting the Spirit of Grace (Hebrews 10:29), Redemption in accordance with God's Riches (Ephesians 1:7), Why Heavenly Rewards are based on Grace, The Parable of the Equal Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20:1-16), Recognizing Your Incorruptible Love for God (Ephesians 6:24), Distinguishing the Flesh from Flesh, Why Your Flesh is the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 6:19), The Truth about Having Crucified the Flesh (Galatians 5:24), Understanding Your Body as an Instrument of Righteousness, Blameless in Spirit Soul and Body (1 Thessalonians 5:23)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19116501 Sun, 03 May 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4997 342 full false 5 Signs Your Church Teaches Demonic Doctrine (4-26-26) 5 Signs Your Church Teaches Demonic Doctrine (4-26-26) Topics: Embracing Your Complete Forgiveness and Righteousness, The Reality of being a New Creation, Recognizing Your Holy Identity (Hebrews 10:14), Understanding Biblical Doctrine and Belief Sets, Five Signs of Demonic Teaching in Churches, The Context of Demonic Doctrine in 1 Timothy (1 Timothy 4:1-3), Identifying Deceitful Spirits and Lies, Christ's Accomplishments versus Demonic Opposition, Historical Context of the Temple of Artemis, The Truth about Marriage and Foods (1 Timothy 4:3), Resisting Legalism and Law Observance, Why Sound Doctrine Centers on Grace (2 Timothy 4:3-4), Cultural Backgrounds of Paul's Letters to Timothy, The Error of Superimposing Tradition on Scripture, Biblical Roles of Evangelists versus Modern Pastors, Paul's Mission and Impact in Ephesus (Acts 19), Combating False Doctrine and Endless Genealogies, The Law is Not for the Righteous (1 Timothy 1:9), Correcting Misconceptions about Adam and Eve, Prayer and Modesty beyond Cultural Rituals, God's Care for Women during Childbirth, Freedom from the Accusations of Sin, The Finished Work of Jesus on the Cross, Forgiveness for His Name's Sake (1 John 2:12), Why Sanctification is Not Progressive (Hebrews 10:14), Christ as the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Ministry of the Spirit versus the Law (2 Corinthians 3), The Failure of Top-down Authority Systems (Matthew 20:25-26), Shared Meals and Family Life in Gatherings, Mutual Edification and the Royal Priesthood 

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]]> Topics: Embracing Your Complete Forgiveness and Righteousness, The Reality of being a New Creation, Recognizing Your Holy Identity (Hebrews 10:14), Understanding Biblical Doctrine and Belief Sets, Five Signs of Demonic Teaching in Churches, The Context of Demonic Doctrine in 1 Timothy (1 Timothy 4:1-3), Identifying Deceitful Spirits and Lies, Christ's Accomplishments versus Demonic Opposition, Historical Context of the Temple of Artemis, The Truth about Marriage and Foods (1 Timothy 4:3), Resisting Legalism and Law Observance, Why Sound Doctrine Centers on Grace (2 Timothy 4:3-4), Cultural Backgrounds of Paul's Letters to Timothy, The Error of Superimposing Tradition on Scripture, Biblical Roles of Evangelists versus Modern Pastors, Paul's Mission and Impact in Ephesus (Acts 19), Combating False Doctrine and Endless Genealogies, The Law is Not for the Righteous (1 Timothy 1:9), Correcting Misconceptions about Adam and Eve, Prayer and Modesty beyond Cultural Rituals, God's Care for Women during Childbirth, Freedom from the Accusations of Sin, The Finished Work of Jesus on the Cross, Forgiveness for His Name's Sake (1 John 2:12), Why Sanctification is Not Progressive (Hebrews 10:14), Christ as the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Ministry of the Spirit versus the Law (2 Corinthians 3), The Failure of Top-down Authority Systems (Matthew 20:25-26), Shared Meals and Family Life in Gatherings, Mutual Edification and the Royal Priesthood 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19078684 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0500 5656 341 full false What Jesus Wants to Do THROUGH You (4-12-26) What Jesus Wants to Do THROUGH You (4-12-26) Topics: The Full Gospel Series For You To You Through You, Moving From Trying to Trusting (Matthew 11:29), Resting the Soul in Christ Jesus, Five Things Jesus Wants to do Through You, Why Christians are Branches Not Trees (John 15:5), Bearing the Fruit of the Holy Spirit, The Difference Between Dead Fruit and Life Giving Fruit, Why Law Observance Is Fruit Unto Death (Romans 7:5), Living as a Branch Connected to the Vine, The Greater Things of the Body of Christ, Why the Law Is the Ministry of Condemnation (2 Corinthians 3:9), Relying on the Grace of God Within You, Christ Expressing Himself Through Your Personality, Understanding Good Works Prepared by God (Ephesians 2:10), Why Saved by Grace Means Not by Works, Recreated in Christ to Walk in Goodness, Working Hard Through the Grace of God (1 Corinthians 15:10), God Working in You to Will and Act (Philippians 2:13), Living as an Ambassador for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20), Having the Mind of Christ Within (1 Corinthians 2:16), The Ministry of Reconciliation Given to Us, How God Does Not Count Sins Against People (2 Corinthians 5:19), Trading the Power of Sin for His Righteousness, Pointing Others to the Finished Work of the Cross, Why the Goodness of God Leads to Repentance (Romans 2:4), Qualified to Speak the Message of the New Covenant, Enjoying the Abundant Life of Jesus (John 10:10), Finding the Secret of Contentment in Him, Fullness of Joy in the Presence of God (Psalm 16:11), Living as a Masterpiece From a State of Rest

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]]> Topics: The Full Gospel Series For You To You Through You, Moving From Trying to Trusting (Matthew 11:29), Resting the Soul in Christ Jesus, Five Things Jesus Wants to do Through You, Why Christians are Branches Not Trees (John 15:5), Bearing the Fruit of the Holy Spirit, The Difference Between Dead Fruit and Life Giving Fruit, Why Law Observance Is Fruit Unto Death (Romans 7:5), Living as a Branch Connected to the Vine, The Greater Things of the Body of Christ, Why the Law Is the Ministry of Condemnation (2 Corinthians 3:9), Relying on the Grace of God Within You, Christ Expressing Himself Through Your Personality, Understanding Good Works Prepared by God (Ephesians 2:10), Why Saved by Grace Means Not by Works, Recreated in Christ to Walk in Goodness, Working Hard Through the Grace of God (1 Corinthians 15:10), God Working in You to Will and Act (Philippians 2:13), Living as an Ambassador for Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20), Having the Mind of Christ Within (1 Corinthians 2:16), The Ministry of Reconciliation Given to Us, How God Does Not Count Sins Against People (2 Corinthians 5:19), Trading the Power of Sin for His Righteousness, Pointing Others to the Finished Work of the Cross, Why the Goodness of God Leads to Repentance (Romans 2:4), Qualified to Speak the Message of the New Covenant, Enjoying the Abundant Life of Jesus (John 10:10), Finding the Secret of Contentment in Him, Fullness of Joy in the Presence of God (Psalm 16:11), Living as a Masterpiece From a State of Rest

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-19002849 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0500 4578 340 full false What Jesus Has Done TO You (4-5-26) What Jesus Has Done TO You (4-5-26) Topics: What Jesus Has Done to You, Understanding Your New Identity in Christ, Your Supernatural Co-crucifixion with Christ (Galatians 2:20), Why Your Old Self was Crucified (Romans 6:6), Defining the Body of Sin as Hamartia, How we are Born in Adam (Romans 5, 1 Corinthians 15:22), Getting out of Adam and into Christ, Why Jesus Died to Sin Once (Romans 6:10), Christ Voluntarily Becoming Sin for us (2 Corinthians 5:21), Being set Free from the Power of Sin (Romans 6:7), Your Supernatural Co-burial in the Tomb, Being Buried with Him through Baptism (Romans 6:4, Colossians 2:12), The Error of Waterworks Salvation Traditions, Facing Death Daily Versus Dying to Self (1 Corinthians 15:31), Renewing the Mind to the New Creation (2 Corinthians 5:17), Your Co-resurrection as a New Spirit, The Difference Between Your Old and New I, Living as a Slave to Righteousness (Romans 6:18), Why the New Creation is Perfect (Hebrews 10:14), Permanent Union with the Spirit of Christ (1 Corinthians 6:17), Why the Spirit will Never Leave You (Hebrews 13:5), Hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3), Being Brought to Complete Unity (John 17:23), Receiving a New Want to at Salvation, Participating in the Divine Nature (2 Peter 1:4), Separating Your Identity from Your Actions, Walking According to the New Self

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]]> Topics: What Jesus Has Done to You, Understanding Your New Identity in Christ, Your Supernatural Co-crucifixion with Christ (Galatians 2:20), Why Your Old Self was Crucified (Romans 6:6), Defining the Body of Sin as Hamartia, How we are Born in Adam (Romans 5, 1 Corinthians 15:22), Getting out of Adam and into Christ, Why Jesus Died to Sin Once (Romans 6:10), Christ Voluntarily Becoming Sin for us (2 Corinthians 5:21), Being set Free from the Power of Sin (Romans 6:7), Your Supernatural Co-burial in the Tomb, Being Buried with Him through Baptism (Romans 6:4, Colossians 2:12), The Error of Waterworks Salvation Traditions, Facing Death Daily Versus Dying to Self (1 Corinthians 15:31), Renewing the Mind to the New Creation (2 Corinthians 5:17), Your Co-resurrection as a New Spirit, The Difference Between Your Old and New I, Living as a Slave to Righteousness (Romans 6:18), Why the New Creation is Perfect (Hebrews 10:14), Permanent Union with the Spirit of Christ (1 Corinthians 6:17), Why the Spirit will Never Leave You (Hebrews 13:5), Hidden with Christ in God (Colossians 3:3), Being Brought to Complete Unity (John 17:23), Receiving a New Want to at Salvation, Participating in the Divine Nature (2 Peter 1:4), Separating Your Identity from Your Actions, Walking According to the New Self

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18965157 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4563 339 full false What Jesus Has Done FOR You (3-29-26) What Jesus Has Done FOR You (3-29-26) Topics: The Full Gospel Series for You to You Through You, Five Primary Things Jesus Did for You, Jesus Took Your Place on the Cross, Walking in Grace Instead of Self-effort (Colossians 2:6), The Distinction Between Sinful Actions and the Force of Sin, Admitting the Need for a Savior (1 John 1:8), The Problem with the Knowledge of Good and Evil, Christ as Our Satisfying Propitiation (Romans 3:25), Why God Made His Home in You, The Public Execution of Jesus for Transgressions (Isaiah 53:5), While We Were Still Sinners Christ Died (Romans 5:8), Forgiveness of All Past Present and Future Sins, How Jesus Put Away Sin Once for All (Hebrews 9:26), Why Forgiveness Requires the Shedding of Blood (Hebrews 9:22), The Blasphemy of Total Forgiveness to the Religious, Jesus Proving His Authority to Forgive (Matthew 9:6), Atonement as Covering Versus Propitiation as Satisfaction, Strengthening the Heart by Grace (Hebrews 13:9), The Ministry of Reconciliation Between God and Man (2 Corinthians 5:18), How Unbelief Severed the Relationship in Eden, The Promise to Crush the Head of the Serpent (Genesis 3:15), Crossing Over from Death to Life (John 5:24), Why Jesus Came to Give Abundant Life (John 10:10), How Jesus Defeated the Power of Death, Everyone Who Believes in Me Will Never Die (John 11:26), Breaking the Power of Him Who Holds Death (Hebrews 2:14), Death Swallowed up in Victory (1 Corinthians 15:54), Jesus Holding the Keys to Death and Hades (Revelation 1:18), Canceling the Certificate of Debt at the Cross (Colossians 2:14), Expressing Kindness to Us Through Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:7)

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]]> Topics: The Full Gospel Series for You to You Through You, Five Primary Things Jesus Did for You, Jesus Took Your Place on the Cross, Walking in Grace Instead of Self-effort (Colossians 2:6), The Distinction Between Sinful Actions and the Force of Sin, Admitting the Need for a Savior (1 John 1:8), The Problem with the Knowledge of Good and Evil, Christ as Our Satisfying Propitiation (Romans 3:25), Why God Made His Home in You, The Public Execution of Jesus for Transgressions (Isaiah 53:5), While We Were Still Sinners Christ Died (Romans 5:8), Forgiveness of All Past Present and Future Sins, How Jesus Put Away Sin Once for All (Hebrews 9:26), Why Forgiveness Requires the Shedding of Blood (Hebrews 9:22), The Blasphemy of Total Forgiveness to the Religious, Jesus Proving His Authority to Forgive (Matthew 9:6), Atonement as Covering Versus Propitiation as Satisfaction, Strengthening the Heart by Grace (Hebrews 13:9), The Ministry of Reconciliation Between God and Man (2 Corinthians 5:18), How Unbelief Severed the Relationship in Eden, The Promise to Crush the Head of the Serpent (Genesis 3:15), Crossing Over from Death to Life (John 5:24), Why Jesus Came to Give Abundant Life (John 10:10), How Jesus Defeated the Power of Death, Everyone Who Believes in Me Will Never Die (John 11:26), Breaking the Power of Him Who Holds Death (Hebrews 2:14), Death Swallowed up in Victory (1 Corinthians 15:54), Jesus Holding the Keys to Death and Hades (Revelation 1:18), Canceling the Certificate of Debt at the Cross (Colossians 2:14), Expressing Kindness to Us Through Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:7)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18925679 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4346 338 full false 8 Lies About Unanswered Prayers (3-22-26) 8 Lies About Unanswered Prayers (3-22-26) Topics: Unanswered Prayers, Lies About Prayer, Praying the Prayer Right, Vain Repetitions (Matthew 6:7), Unconfessed Sin and Prayer, Cherished Sin (Psalm 66:18), Righteousness Through Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21), Doubt and Prayer (James 1:6-7), God’s Faithfulness Despite Our Doubt (2 Timothy 2:13), Wrong Motives in Prayer (James 4:3), Pleasure and God, Unforgiveness and Prayer, Forgiving Because You're Forgiven (Ephesians 4:32), James and the Law, Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Ignoring the Poor and Prayer (Proverbs 21:13), Bad Husbands and Prayer (1 Peter 3:7), Praying Together as Spouses, God Always Hears You, the Holy Spirit Praying for You (Romans 8:26), God Working All Things for Good (Romans 8:28), New Heart at Salvation, Righteousness Not Based on Behavior, Unanswered Prayers and Jesus, Asking and Trusting, Striving to Rest (Hebrews 4:11), God's Got Something Better 

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]]> Topics: Unanswered Prayers, Lies About Prayer, Praying the Prayer Right, Vain Repetitions (Matthew 6:7), Unconfessed Sin and Prayer, Cherished Sin (Psalm 66:18), Righteousness Through Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21), Doubt and Prayer (James 1:6-7), God’s Faithfulness Despite Our Doubt (2 Timothy 2:13), Wrong Motives in Prayer (James 4:3), Pleasure and God, Unforgiveness and Prayer, Forgiving Because You're Forgiven (Ephesians 4:32), James and the Law, Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Ignoring the Poor and Prayer (Proverbs 21:13), Bad Husbands and Prayer (1 Peter 3:7), Praying Together as Spouses, God Always Hears You, the Holy Spirit Praying for You (Romans 8:26), God Working All Things for Good (Romans 8:28), New Heart at Salvation, Righteousness Not Based on Behavior, Unanswered Prayers and Jesus, Asking and Trusting, Striving to Rest (Hebrews 4:11), God's Got Something Better 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18887975 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500 4880 337 full false 5 Horror Stories About the 10% Tithe (3-8-26) 5 Horror Stories About the 10% Tithe (3-8-26) Topics: The Reality of Tithing Testimonials, Why Tithing Is Not New Covenant Doctrine (2 Corinthians 9:7), The Difference Between Biblical Giving and Gambling, Debunking the Institutional Box Church System, Why Jesus Warned Against the Tradition of Men (Matthew 15:3), The Error of Using Malachi 3 to Guilt the Church, How the 10% Tithe Harms the Body of Christ, Our New Identity as Natural Givers (Ezekiel 36:26), Why the Law of Moses Ended at the Cross (Romans 10:4), Understanding Why Jesus Fulfilled and Abolished the Law (Matthew 5:17), The Requirement of Death Under the Levitical Law, Why Christ Is the Final Lamb of God (John 1:29), The Truth About the Fading Power of the Mosaic Covenant, How Prosperity Preachers Misuse Pre-cross Scripture, Why You Cannot Buy God’s Blessings With Money, The Danger of the "Will a Man Rob God" Mentality (Malachi 3:8-10), Why the Widow's Mite Was Not a Tithe (Mark 12:41-44), The Biblical Definition of Tithe as Food Not Money (Deuteronomy 14:22-29), How Early Church Fathers Mixed Law and Grace, Why the Tithe Was Meant to Support Widows and Orphans, The Myth of Testing God for Financial Gain (Acts 15:10), Why Tithing Is a Matter of the Law and a Curse (Galatians 3:10), Why the Church Administration Has No Right to Your Bank Statements, Promoting Works Over Grace in the Ecclesia (Romans 11:6), Understanding First Fruits as Christ Not Cash (1 Corinthians 15:20), Why a Hired Hand Deserves Food Not a Salary (Luke 10:7), Paul's Refusal to Use the Right to Receive Support (1 Corinthians 9:14-15), Giving Out of Abundance Rather Than Mandate (1 Corinthians 16:2), Why Sowing a Seed for Healing Is a Demonic Lie, Why Abraham’s One-time Tithe Was Not a Commanded (Hebrews 7:1-10)

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]]> Topics: The Reality of Tithing Testimonials, Why Tithing Is Not New Covenant Doctrine (2 Corinthians 9:7), The Difference Between Biblical Giving and Gambling, Debunking the Institutional Box Church System, Why Jesus Warned Against the Tradition of Men (Matthew 15:3), The Error of Using Malachi 3 to Guilt the Church, How the 10% Tithe Harms the Body of Christ, Our New Identity as Natural Givers (Ezekiel 36:26), Why the Law of Moses Ended at the Cross (Romans 10:4), Understanding Why Jesus Fulfilled and Abolished the Law (Matthew 5:17), The Requirement of Death Under the Levitical Law, Why Christ Is the Final Lamb of God (John 1:29), The Truth About the Fading Power of the Mosaic Covenant, How Prosperity Preachers Misuse Pre-cross Scripture, Why You Cannot Buy God’s Blessings With Money, The Danger of the "Will a Man Rob God" Mentality (Malachi 3:8-10), Why the Widow's Mite Was Not a Tithe (Mark 12:41-44), The Biblical Definition of Tithe as Food Not Money (Deuteronomy 14:22-29), How Early Church Fathers Mixed Law and Grace, Why the Tithe Was Meant to Support Widows and Orphans, The Myth of Testing God for Financial Gain (Acts 15:10), Why Tithing Is a Matter of the Law and a Curse (Galatians 3:10), Why the Church Administration Has No Right to Your Bank Statements, Promoting Works Over Grace in the Ecclesia (Romans 11:6), Understanding First Fruits as Christ Not Cash (1 Corinthians 15:20), Why a Hired Hand Deserves Food Not a Salary (Luke 10:7), Paul's Refusal to Use the Right to Receive Support (1 Corinthians 9:14-15), Giving Out of Abundance Rather Than Mandate (1 Corinthians 16:2), Why Sowing a Seed for Healing Is a Demonic Lie, Why Abraham’s One-time Tithe Was Not a Commanded (Hebrews 7:1-10)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18810764 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0500 4175 336 full false 5 Reasons Pastors Don't Have Flocks (1 Peter 5:2-3) (3-1-26) 5 Reasons Pastors Don't Have Flocks (1 Peter 5:2-3) (3-1-26) Topics: The Truth About the Word Pastor, Shepherd as a Verb  or Spiritual Gift, 1 Peter 5:2-3, Why Jesus Is the Chief Shepherd (1 Peter 5:4), The Error of Top-down Authority Systems, 1 Peter Is Manual for Resilience Against Persecution, Context of 1 Peter, The Myth of Pastors Having Assigned Flocks, 1 Peter 5:2-3 and the Flock of God (1 Peter 5:2-3), How Tradition of Men Blurs Biblical Context, The Problem with Calling People Church Fathers, Why Elders Have No Authority Over Believers (1 Peter 5:3), Rejecting the Clergy and Laity Divide, Why the Word Pastor Is Not in 1 Peter, The Difference Between Prophesy and Prophecy, Hebrews 1:1-2, Why Pastor and Teaching Are Separate Gifts (Ephesians 4:11), Mature Believers as Examples Not Lords (1 Peter 5:3), The Invention of the Office of Pastor, Why the Word Office Was Added to 1 Timothy 3:1, Jesus Holds the Indestructible Office (Hebrews 7:16-24), Qualifications for Elders in Every Day Life (1 Timothy 3:1-7), Why Women Can Be Biblical Elders (2 John 1:1), The Importance of Plurality in the Body, How Ignatius of Antioch Changed Church Structure, Giving Double Honor to Mature Elders (1 Timothy 5:17), How Constantine Put Bishops on Government Payroll, Why Pastor Is a Spiritual Gift Not a Career, The Priesthood of All Believers (1 Peter 2:9), How Formal Education Replaced Spiritual Gifts, Refuting the Five-fold Ministry Jargon, The Danger of Lording Over Entrusted Believers (1 Peter 5:3), Living as Elect Exiles in a Hostile World in 1 Peter 1:1

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]]> Topics: The Truth About the Word Pastor, Shepherd as a Verb  or Spiritual Gift, 1 Peter 5:2-3, Why Jesus Is the Chief Shepherd (1 Peter 5:4), The Error of Top-down Authority Systems, 1 Peter Is Manual for Resilience Against Persecution, Context of 1 Peter, The Myth of Pastors Having Assigned Flocks, 1 Peter 5:2-3 and the Flock of God (1 Peter 5:2-3), How Tradition of Men Blurs Biblical Context, The Problem with Calling People Church Fathers, Why Elders Have No Authority Over Believers (1 Peter 5:3), Rejecting the Clergy and Laity Divide, Why the Word Pastor Is Not in 1 Peter, The Difference Between Prophesy and Prophecy, Hebrews 1:1-2, Why Pastor and Teaching Are Separate Gifts (Ephesians 4:11), Mature Believers as Examples Not Lords (1 Peter 5:3), The Invention of the Office of Pastor, Why the Word Office Was Added to 1 Timothy 3:1, Jesus Holds the Indestructible Office (Hebrews 7:16-24), Qualifications for Elders in Every Day Life (1 Timothy 3:1-7), Why Women Can Be Biblical Elders (2 John 1:1), The Importance of Plurality in the Body, How Ignatius of Antioch Changed Church Structure, Giving Double Honor to Mature Elders (1 Timothy 5:17), How Constantine Put Bishops on Government Payroll, Why Pastor Is a Spiritual Gift Not a Career, The Priesthood of All Believers (1 Peter 2:9), How Formal Education Replaced Spiritual Gifts, Refuting the Five-fold Ministry Jargon, The Danger of Lording Over Entrusted Believers (1 Peter 5:3), Living as Elect Exiles in a Hostile World in 1 Peter 1:1

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18769930 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0600 4861 335 full false Top 10 Lies About God's Will (2-22-26) Top 10 Lies About God's Will (2-22-26) Topics: The Simplicity of God's Will, Not Everything That Happens is God's Will, The Paralysis of Analysis in Decision Making, God's Will Concerning the Process of Grief, Revelation 21:4, Why You Can't Drop Out of God's Will, Every Sin Requires Death but Jesus Paid Once for All Hebrews, 10:10-14, The Lie of Waiting on God While Ignoring Help, Reading Your Bible Does Not Unlock God's Will, Why Your Will is the Same as God's Will, You Cannot Frustrate the Omniscient One, Romans 5:1, Our New Heart, Ezekiel 36:26, Debunking the Perfect versus Permissive Will Dartboard, The Myth of Sufferings and the Cross to Bear, We Have Been Crucified and Reborn with Christ, Galatians 2:20, Decisions and Bad Choices Cannot Override the Creator, Finding Rest and Freedom in a Good Father's Arms, God's Will is that We Give Thanks in all Things, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Being Reborn into the Family of Grace, The Renewal of the Mind and Wisdom in Christ, Romans 12:2, Working through Us to Fulfill His Good Purposes, Philippians 2:13, The Glory of Oneness with the Father and Son, John 17:22-23, Why Anxiety is Not Coming from God, Righteousness is Not Lost Based on Unrighteous Choices, Proverbs 12:5, Spiritual Healing through the Finished Work of Christ, The Sufficiency of Grace in all Circumstances, Top Ten Lies About God's Will, Trusting the Spirit of Jesus within You, Why You Haven't Missed the Boat on God's Calling, Your Identity as a Child of God in Christ 

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]]> Topics: The Simplicity of God's Will, Not Everything That Happens is God's Will, The Paralysis of Analysis in Decision Making, God's Will Concerning the Process of Grief, Revelation 21:4, Why You Can't Drop Out of God's Will, Every Sin Requires Death but Jesus Paid Once for All Hebrews, 10:10-14, The Lie of Waiting on God While Ignoring Help, Reading Your Bible Does Not Unlock God's Will, Why Your Will is the Same as God's Will, You Cannot Frustrate the Omniscient One, Romans 5:1, Our New Heart, Ezekiel 36:26, Debunking the Perfect versus Permissive Will Dartboard, The Myth of Sufferings and the Cross to Bear, We Have Been Crucified and Reborn with Christ, Galatians 2:20, Decisions and Bad Choices Cannot Override the Creator, Finding Rest and Freedom in a Good Father's Arms, God's Will is that We Give Thanks in all Things, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Being Reborn into the Family of Grace, The Renewal of the Mind and Wisdom in Christ, Romans 12:2, Working through Us to Fulfill His Good Purposes, Philippians 2:13, The Glory of Oneness with the Father and Son, John 17:22-23, Why Anxiety is Not Coming from God, Righteousness is Not Lost Based on Unrighteous Choices, Proverbs 12:5, Spiritual Healing through the Finished Work of Christ, The Sufficiency of Grace in all Circumstances, Top Ten Lies About God's Will, Trusting the Spirit of Jesus within You, Why You Haven't Missed the Boat on God's Calling, Your Identity as a Child of God in Christ 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18726087 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0600 2084 334 full false 5 Biblical Reasons the Church System Is Broken (2-15-26) 5 Biblical Reasons the Church System Is Broken (2-15-26) Topics: The Muting of the Body of Christ, The Myth of Pastoral Authority, Why the Church Building Is Not Holy, Measuring Growth by Grace Instead of Numbers, The Error of New Covenant Law, Broken Church System, 1 Corinthians 11-14, How Man-made Traditions Have Deceived the Church, The First Church Buildings and History, Rightly Dividing the Scriptures, Understanding the Gathering in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Why the Gospel of Grace Is Sufficient, Group Participation in the Early Ecclesia, Why Jesus Is the Only Head of the Body (Colossians 1:18), The Truth About the Title of Pastor, Why Acts Is a History Book Not Doctrine, The House of God Is in You (1 Corinthians 3:16), Challenging the Clergy and Laity Distinction, Every Member Functioning in the Body of Christ, Why the Church Building Is Not a Sanctuary, The Warning Against Insulting Grace in Hebrews 10:29, Why the Law Stirred up Sin, The Dangers of Covenant Mixture Theology, We Are All a Royal Priesthood (1 Peter 2:9), Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), How Ignatius of Antioch Changed Church Structure, The Meaning of the Word Prophesy in Context, Trusting the Spirit for Morality Instead of Law, Why Popularity Does Not Equal Biblical Truth, The Most High Does Not Dwell in Temples (Acts 7:48) 

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]]> Topics: The Muting of the Body of Christ, The Myth of Pastoral Authority, Why the Church Building Is Not Holy, Measuring Growth by Grace Instead of Numbers, The Error of New Covenant Law, Broken Church System, 1 Corinthians 11-14, How Man-made Traditions Have Deceived the Church, The First Church Buildings and History, Rightly Dividing the Scriptures, Understanding the Gathering in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Why the Gospel of Grace Is Sufficient, Group Participation in the Early Ecclesia, Why Jesus Is the Only Head of the Body (Colossians 1:18), The Truth About the Title of Pastor, Why Acts Is a History Book Not Doctrine, The House of God Is in You (1 Corinthians 3:16), Challenging the Clergy and Laity Distinction, Every Member Functioning in the Body of Christ, Why the Church Building Is Not a Sanctuary, The Warning Against Insulting Grace in Hebrews 10:29, Why the Law Stirred up Sin, The Dangers of Covenant Mixture Theology, We Are All a Royal Priesthood (1 Peter 2:9), Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), How Ignatius of Antioch Changed Church Structure, The Meaning of the Word Prophesy in Context, Trusting the Spirit for Morality Instead of Law, Why Popularity Does Not Equal Biblical Truth, The Most High Does Not Dwell in Temples (Acts 7:48) 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18688131 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0600 4201 333 full false Are Christians Required to Forgive Others? (2-8-26) Are Christians Required to Forgive Others? (2-8-26) Topics: Forgiveness under Grace vs Law, the Gospel of Grace in Acts 20:24, Matthew 6:14-15 Explained, Why God No Longer Holds Sins Against You, 2 Corinthians 5:19 Forgiveness, the Futility of Animal Sacrifices, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth, Forgiveness as an Act of the Will, Colossians 2:13 Completed Forgiveness, the Difference Between Forgiveness and Trust, Matthew 18:21-22 Meaning, Hebrews 9:22 Blood and Forgiveness, Ephesians 4:32 Forgiving as Christ Forgave, Why Jesus Had to Shed Blood, Exposing the Hypocrisy of Law Observance, Romans 12:18 Peaceful Living, Healthy Boundaries for Christians, the Meaning of Luke 6:37, Forgiveness is a Choice Not a Feeling, Once for All Forgiveness in Hebrews 10:10, Why Christians Forgive Because We are Forgiven, Grieving the Holy Spirit in Ephesians 4:30, the Purpose of Jesus’ Impossible Standards, Dealing with Deep Pain and Trauma, How the Cross Defines Forgiveness, the Law as a Ministry of Condemnation, Releasing the Debt of Others, Supernatural DNA of a Peacemaker, Colossians 3:13 New Covenant Forgiveness, Trust is Earned but Forgiveness is Free

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]]> Topics: Forgiveness under Grace vs Law, the Gospel of Grace in Acts 20:24, Matthew 6:14-15 Explained, Why God No Longer Holds Sins Against You, 2 Corinthians 5:19 Forgiveness, the Futility of Animal Sacrifices, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth, Forgiveness as an Act of the Will, Colossians 2:13 Completed Forgiveness, the Difference Between Forgiveness and Trust, Matthew 18:21-22 Meaning, Hebrews 9:22 Blood and Forgiveness, Ephesians 4:32 Forgiving as Christ Forgave, Why Jesus Had to Shed Blood, Exposing the Hypocrisy of Law Observance, Romans 12:18 Peaceful Living, Healthy Boundaries for Christians, the Meaning of Luke 6:37, Forgiveness is a Choice Not a Feeling, Once for All Forgiveness in Hebrews 10:10, Why Christians Forgive Because We are Forgiven, Grieving the Holy Spirit in Ephesians 4:30, the Purpose of Jesus’ Impossible Standards, Dealing with Deep Pain and Trauma, How the Cross Defines Forgiveness, the Law as a Ministry of Condemnation, Releasing the Debt of Others, Supernatural DNA of a Peacemaker, Colossians 3:13 New Covenant Forgiveness, Trust is Earned but Forgiveness is Free

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18644547 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0600 3867 332 full false Is the Law Written on the Hearts of Christians? (2-1-26) Is the Law Written on the Hearts of Christians? (2-1-26) Topics: Law vs Laws in the New Covenant, Understanding New Covenant Grace and Freedom, Jeremiah 31:33 and the Law on Our Hearts, Hebrews 8:10 Meaning, Hebrews 10:16 Explained, the Burden of the 613 Commandments, Law of Moses vs Grace in the Gospel, Are We Still Under the Law of Moses, the Foundation of True Christian Morality, 10 Commandments on the Heart or the Spirit, Your New Identity in Christ Jesus, Colossians 1:22 Holiness through His Blood, the Ministry of Death in 2 Corinthians 3, Galatians 5:18 and Being Led by the Spirit, Righteousness Through Faith and Not Works, Romans 6:14 and Freedom From Sin, Total Freedom From the Law of Condemnation, Lessons on Licentiousness from the Book of Jude, Being Holy and Secure in His Grace, Repentance Toward Grace and Away From Works, Matthew 5:48 Perfection and the Impossible Standard, Living as a New Creation in Christ, Ephesians 2:12 and the Covenants of Promise, Deuteronomy 4:2 Warning Against Adding to the Law, Galatians 3:10 and the Curse of the Law, James 2:10 and the Problem of Double Talk, Romans 7 and the Power of Coveting through 10 Commandments, the Fruit of the Spirit vs Lawful Living, Christ in You the Hope of Glory, God Writing His Character on Your Heart, Why the Law Causes Sin to Increase, the Difference Between Trying and Trusting, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth, the Law as a Ministry of Condemnation, Why Christians Are Not Under the 10 Commandments, Living by the Spirit of Life, the Transition From Old Covenant to New, the Finished Work of Jesus at the Cross, Finding True Rest in Christ's Accomplishment, Why God Writes Himself on Our Hearts and Minds

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]]> Topics: Law vs Laws in the New Covenant, Understanding New Covenant Grace and Freedom, Jeremiah 31:33 and the Law on Our Hearts, Hebrews 8:10 Meaning, Hebrews 10:16 Explained, the Burden of the 613 Commandments, Law of Moses vs Grace in the Gospel, Are We Still Under the Law of Moses, the Foundation of True Christian Morality, 10 Commandments on the Heart or the Spirit, Your New Identity in Christ Jesus, Colossians 1:22 Holiness through His Blood, the Ministry of Death in 2 Corinthians 3, Galatians 5:18 and Being Led by the Spirit, Righteousness Through Faith and Not Works, Romans 6:14 and Freedom From Sin, Total Freedom From the Law of Condemnation, Lessons on Licentiousness from the Book of Jude, Being Holy and Secure in His Grace, Repentance Toward Grace and Away From Works, Matthew 5:48 Perfection and the Impossible Standard, Living as a New Creation in Christ, Ephesians 2:12 and the Covenants of Promise, Deuteronomy 4:2 Warning Against Adding to the Law, Galatians 3:10 and the Curse of the Law, James 2:10 and the Problem of Double Talk, Romans 7 and the Power of Coveting through 10 Commandments, the Fruit of the Spirit vs Lawful Living, Christ in You the Hope of Glory, God Writing His Character on Your Heart, Why the Law Causes Sin to Increase, the Difference Between Trying and Trusting, Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth, the Law as a Ministry of Condemnation, Why Christians Are Not Under the 10 Commandments, Living by the Spirit of Life, the Transition From Old Covenant to New, the Finished Work of Jesus at the Cross, Finding True Rest in Christ's Accomplishment, Why God Writes Himself on Our Hearts and Minds

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18605190 Sun, 01 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0600 2218 331 full false Are Christians in a Covenant with God? (1-11-26) Are Christians in a Covenant with God? (1-11-26) Topics: Covenant With God, Quid Pro Quo with our Creator, Three Biblical Covenants, Abrahamic Covenant Unilateral, Old Covenant Bilateral, New Covenant Unilateral, Blood Establishes Covenant (Hebrews 9:16-18), First Covenant Inaugurated with Blood (Hebrews 9:19-21), Moses Mediator of Old Covenant, Blood Sprinkled on Book of Law and People (Exodus 24), Abrahamic Covenant Ratified by Blood (Genesis 15), New Covenant Ratified on Cross, Abraham Asleep During Covenant (Genesis 15:1-21), Abrahamic Promise (Genesis 15:5), Hagar and Ishmael was Abraham’s Plan B, Abraham's Faith Flawed, Jesus is the Seed (Galatians 3:16), Children of God Through Faith (Galatians 3:26-29), Old Covenant 430 Years Later (Galatians 3:17), Old Covenant for Jews Only (Exodus 19:5), Gentiles Excluded from Old Covenant (Ephesians 2:12), Jesus from Tribe of Judah (Romans 1:3), God Chose Jews for Messiah's Lineage, Jesus Redeems Under Law (Galatians 3:13), Old Covenant Bilateral Conditions (Deuteronomy 28), Temple Sacrifices for Forgiveness, Israel Failed Covenant (Hebrews 8:9), God Found Fault with People (Hebrews 8:8), New Covenant Prophesied (Jeremiah 31:31), Jesse's Branch Bears Fruit (Isaiah 11:1), New Covenant Not New Revelation, Law Increases Grace Need (Romans 5:20), Ministry of Spirit Glorious (2 Corinthians 3:7-11), Ministers of New Covenant (2 Corinthians 3:6), Ministry of Reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18-20), Jesus Institutes New Covenant (Luke 22:20), Blood Poured Out for Many (Matthew 26:28), Forgiveness of Sins (Hebrews 8:12), Laws Written on Hearts (Hebrews 8:10), Heart of Flesh (Ezekiel 36:26), Mystery Revealed (Colossians 1:26-27), Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), Unchangeable God (Hebrews 6:17-18), Blood as Seal (Leviticus 17:11), Jesus Saves Completely (Hebrews 7:25), Blood of Eternal Covenant (Hebrews 13:20)

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]]> Topics: Covenant With God, Quid Pro Quo with our Creator, Three Biblical Covenants, Abrahamic Covenant Unilateral, Old Covenant Bilateral, New Covenant Unilateral, Blood Establishes Covenant (Hebrews 9:16-18), First Covenant Inaugurated with Blood (Hebrews 9:19-21), Moses Mediator of Old Covenant, Blood Sprinkled on Book of Law and People (Exodus 24), Abrahamic Covenant Ratified by Blood (Genesis 15), New Covenant Ratified on Cross, Abraham Asleep During Covenant (Genesis 15:1-21), Abrahamic Promise (Genesis 15:5), Hagar and Ishmael was Abraham’s Plan B, Abraham's Faith Flawed, Jesus is the Seed (Galatians 3:16), Children of God Through Faith (Galatians 3:26-29), Old Covenant 430 Years Later (Galatians 3:17), Old Covenant for Jews Only (Exodus 19:5), Gentiles Excluded from Old Covenant (Ephesians 2:12), Jesus from Tribe of Judah (Romans 1:3), God Chose Jews for Messiah's Lineage, Jesus Redeems Under Law (Galatians 3:13), Old Covenant Bilateral Conditions (Deuteronomy 28), Temple Sacrifices for Forgiveness, Israel Failed Covenant (Hebrews 8:9), God Found Fault with People (Hebrews 8:8), New Covenant Prophesied (Jeremiah 31:31), Jesse's Branch Bears Fruit (Isaiah 11:1), New Covenant Not New Revelation, Law Increases Grace Need (Romans 5:20), Ministry of Spirit Glorious (2 Corinthians 3:7-11), Ministers of New Covenant (2 Corinthians 3:6), Ministry of Reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18-20), Jesus Institutes New Covenant (Luke 22:20), Blood Poured Out for Many (Matthew 26:28), Forgiveness of Sins (Hebrews 8:12), Laws Written on Hearts (Hebrews 8:10), Heart of Flesh (Ezekiel 36:26), Mystery Revealed (Colossians 1:26-27), Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23), Unchangeable God (Hebrews 6:17-18), Blood as Seal (Leviticus 17:11), Jesus Saves Completely (Hebrews 7:25), Blood of Eternal Covenant (Hebrews 13:20)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18488896 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0600 3630 330 full false Top 5 Lies About Antinomianism (1-4-26) Top 5 Lies About Antinomianism (1-4-26) Topics: Meaning of Antinomianism, New Covenant, Respecting the Law, Role of the Holy Spirit, Gentiles and the Law (Ephesians 2:12), Jesus Sent to Israel, Canaanite Woman Faith (Matthew 15), Old Covenant Audience, 613 Commandments not Just Ten, Born Under the Law (Galatians 4:4-5), Deuteronomy Warning (Deuteronomy 4:2), Blessings and Curses (Deuteronomy 8), End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Rightly Dividing Scripture, Led by the Spirit (Galatians 5:18), Grace not a License to Sin but the Power to Overcome Sin, Law Increases Sin (Romans 5:20), Not Under Law (Romans 6:14), Ministry of Death (2 Corinthians 3), Covetousness and Sin (Romans 7), Grace Teaches Holiness (Titus 2:11-12), Insulting Spirit of Grace (Hebrews 10), Strengthened by Grace (Hebrews 13:9), Excel in Grace (2 Corinthians 8:7), No Condemnation (Romans 8:1), Progressive Sanctification Myth, Commandments in the Law Cannot Perfect Anyone (Hebrews 10:1), Perfected for All Time (Hebrews 10:14), Washed and Sanctified (1 Corinthians 6:11), Law Through Moses (John 1:17), Commandments of Jesus (1 John 3:23), His Commandments are Not Burdensome (1 John 5:3), Transfiguration Meaning (Matthew 17), Strength of Sin (1 Corinthians 15:56), Free Grace is Not a Theology (Romans 11:6)

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]]> Topics: Meaning of Antinomianism, New Covenant, Respecting the Law, Role of the Holy Spirit, Gentiles and the Law (Ephesians 2:12), Jesus Sent to Israel, Canaanite Woman Faith (Matthew 15), Old Covenant Audience, 613 Commandments not Just Ten, Born Under the Law (Galatians 4:4-5), Deuteronomy Warning (Deuteronomy 4:2), Blessings and Curses (Deuteronomy 8), End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Rightly Dividing Scripture, Led by the Spirit (Galatians 5:18), Grace not a License to Sin but the Power to Overcome Sin, Law Increases Sin (Romans 5:20), Not Under Law (Romans 6:14), Ministry of Death (2 Corinthians 3), Covetousness and Sin (Romans 7), Grace Teaches Holiness (Titus 2:11-12), Insulting Spirit of Grace (Hebrews 10), Strengthened by Grace (Hebrews 13:9), Excel in Grace (2 Corinthians 8:7), No Condemnation (Romans 8:1), Progressive Sanctification Myth, Commandments in the Law Cannot Perfect Anyone (Hebrews 10:1), Perfected for All Time (Hebrews 10:14), Washed and Sanctified (1 Corinthians 6:11), Law Through Moses (John 1:17), Commandments of Jesus (1 John 3:23), His Commandments are Not Burdensome (1 John 5:3), Transfiguration Meaning (Matthew 17), Strength of Sin (1 Corinthians 15:56), Free Grace is Not a Theology (Romans 11:6)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18450987 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0600 5303 329 full false How to Keep the Commandments of Christ (12-28-25) How to Keep the Commandments of Christ (12-28-25) Topics: 613 Commandments Not Ten, Stumbling at One Point and Guilty of Breaking All (James 2:10), Cursed by the Law and Continue to Do Everything (Galatians 3:10), One in Christ Jesus (Galatians 3:28), No Longer Jew or Gentile (Galatians 3:28), Old Covenant Obsolete (Hebrews 8:13), Will in Force After Death (Hebrews 9:17), Sin Taken Away (John 1:29), Jesus Became Sin (2 Corinthians 5:21), Anger Equals Murder (Matthew 5:21-22), Lust Equals Adultery (Matthew 5:27-28), Pluck Out Your Eye (Matthew 5:29-30), Standard of Perfection (Matthew 5:48), Sell Your Possessions and the Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19:20-21), Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Becoming Children of God (John 1:12), Anchor of the Soul (Hebrews 6:19), Jesus Saves Completely (Hebrews 7:25), God Remains Faithful (2 Timothy 2:13), Christ in You (Colossians 1:27), Hidden in Christ (Colossians 3:3), Old Self Crucified (Romans 6:6), Law Increases Trespass and Grace Increased More (Romans 5:20), Sacrifices Remind of Sin (Hebrews 10:4), Abraham Believed God and Credited as Righteousness (Genesis 15:6), New Commandment of Love (John 13:34-35), Dead to the Law (Galatians 2:19), Alive in the Spirit (Romans 7:4-6), Born of God (1 John 5:4), Temple of the Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19)

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]]> Topics: 613 Commandments Not Ten, Stumbling at One Point and Guilty of Breaking All (James 2:10), Cursed by the Law and Continue to Do Everything (Galatians 3:10), One in Christ Jesus (Galatians 3:28), No Longer Jew or Gentile (Galatians 3:28), Old Covenant Obsolete (Hebrews 8:13), Will in Force After Death (Hebrews 9:17), Sin Taken Away (John 1:29), Jesus Became Sin (2 Corinthians 5:21), Anger Equals Murder (Matthew 5:21-22), Lust Equals Adultery (Matthew 5:27-28), Pluck Out Your Eye (Matthew 5:29-30), Standard of Perfection (Matthew 5:48), Sell Your Possessions and the Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19:20-21), Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Becoming Children of God (John 1:12), Anchor of the Soul (Hebrews 6:19), Jesus Saves Completely (Hebrews 7:25), God Remains Faithful (2 Timothy 2:13), Christ in You (Colossians 1:27), Hidden in Christ (Colossians 3:3), Old Self Crucified (Romans 6:6), Law Increases Trespass and Grace Increased More (Romans 5:20), Sacrifices Remind of Sin (Hebrews 10:4), Abraham Believed God and Credited as Righteousness (Genesis 15:6), New Commandment of Love (John 13:34-35), Dead to the Law (Galatians 2:19), Alive in the Spirit (Romans 7:4-6), Born of God (1 John 5:4), Temple of the Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18421792 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0600 1880 328 full false 5 Reasons You Can't Be a Disciple of Jesus (12-21-25) 5 Reasons You Can't Be a Disciple of Jesus (12-21-25) Topics: The Word Disciple Is Not Used in Epistles, Doctrine of the New Covenant, Great Commission Completed in Acts 2, No Need to be Discipled, No Disciples Now, No Apostles Now, Cannot be Jesus’ Disciple (Luke 14:26-33), Literal Following in that Time, Disciple Means Student or Learner, John the Baptist's Disciples, Law-Based Prayer in Luke 11, Grace-Based Prayer in John 17, Jesus' Yoke is Easy, None Truly Followed Him by Counting the Cost, Holy Spirit Counsels from Within, One Spirit with Him (1 Corinthians 6:17), Sins No Longer Held (2 Corinthians 5:19), New Covenant Based on Christ's Blood, Old Covenant Obsolete, Better Covenant on Better Promises, Sins Remembered No More, Hebrews Chapters 8-10, New and Living Way (Hebrews 10:20), Rightly Dividing Scripture (2 Timothy 2), Foundations of New Covenant, James and Covenant Mixture Theology, Apostles are Sent Out, Disciples and Apostles Interchangeable (Luke 16:13), Apostle Must be Taught by Jesus, Paul Taught by Risen Jesus (Galatians 1), Apostleship of Paul (Multiple 2 Corinthians Passages), Greater Things Now Is Christ in All of Us Equally, Must Hate Family and Self (Luke 14:26), Must Carry a Cross (Luke 14:27), Count the Cost of Building a Tower, Cannot Win the War (Luke 14:31-32), Accept the Terms of Peace, You are One with Him (1 John 3:1), Grow in Grace and Knowledge (2 Peter 3:18)

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]]> Topics: The Word Disciple Is Not Used in Epistles, Doctrine of the New Covenant, Great Commission Completed in Acts 2, No Need to be Discipled, No Disciples Now, No Apostles Now, Cannot be Jesus’ Disciple (Luke 14:26-33), Literal Following in that Time, Disciple Means Student or Learner, John the Baptist's Disciples, Law-Based Prayer in Luke 11, Grace-Based Prayer in John 17, Jesus' Yoke is Easy, None Truly Followed Him by Counting the Cost, Holy Spirit Counsels from Within, One Spirit with Him (1 Corinthians 6:17), Sins No Longer Held (2 Corinthians 5:19), New Covenant Based on Christ's Blood, Old Covenant Obsolete, Better Covenant on Better Promises, Sins Remembered No More, Hebrews Chapters 8-10, New and Living Way (Hebrews 10:20), Rightly Dividing Scripture (2 Timothy 2), Foundations of New Covenant, James and Covenant Mixture Theology, Apostles are Sent Out, Disciples and Apostles Interchangeable (Luke 16:13), Apostle Must be Taught by Jesus, Paul Taught by Risen Jesus (Galatians 1), Apostleship of Paul (Multiple 2 Corinthians Passages), Greater Things Now Is Christ in All of Us Equally, Must Hate Family and Self (Luke 14:26), Must Carry a Cross (Luke 14:27), Count the Cost of Building a Tower, Cannot Win the War (Luke 14:31-32), Accept the Terms of Peace, You are One with Him (1 John 3:1), Grow in Grace and Knowledge (2 Peter 3:18)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18394781 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0600 4036 327 full false What Does It Really Mean to "Count the Cost"? (11-30-25) What Does It Really Mean to "Count the Cost"? (11-30-25) Topics: Meaning of Counting the Cost, Context of Luke 14:26-33, Impossible Standards to be a Disciple, Hating Family in Luke 14:26, Hating Own Life in Luke 14:26, Bearing Your Cross in Luke 14:27, Building a Tower in Luke 14:28, Insufficient Funds to Finish, Mockery in Luke 14:29-30, Kings at War in Luke 14:31, Terms of Peace in Luke 14:32, Giving Up Everything in Luke 14:33, Added Biblical Subheadings, Man-Made Religious Narratives, Origin of Sermons, Greek Sophists and Preaching, Disciples in the Epistles, One Spirit with the Lord in 1 Corinthians 6:17, Difference Between Disciple and Christian, Definition of a Disciple, Physical Followers of Jesus, End of Discipleship Model, Spirit Poured Out in Acts 2, Preaching the Gospel, Holy Spirit Teaching in John 14:26, Internal Witness of Truth, God Speaking through His Son in Hebrews 1, Effort-Based Ministries, Hidden in Christ in Colossians 3:3, Cannot Afford the Cost, Jesus Paying the Cost, Accepting the Delegation, Union with Christ, Resting and Trusting, Not Owing Jesus Anything

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]]> Topics: Meaning of Counting the Cost, Context of Luke 14:26-33, Impossible Standards to be a Disciple, Hating Family in Luke 14:26, Hating Own Life in Luke 14:26, Bearing Your Cross in Luke 14:27, Building a Tower in Luke 14:28, Insufficient Funds to Finish, Mockery in Luke 14:29-30, Kings at War in Luke 14:31, Terms of Peace in Luke 14:32, Giving Up Everything in Luke 14:33, Added Biblical Subheadings, Man-Made Religious Narratives, Origin of Sermons, Greek Sophists and Preaching, Disciples in the Epistles, One Spirit with the Lord in 1 Corinthians 6:17, Difference Between Disciple and Christian, Definition of a Disciple, Physical Followers of Jesus, End of Discipleship Model, Spirit Poured Out in Acts 2, Preaching the Gospel, Holy Spirit Teaching in John 14:26, Internal Witness of Truth, God Speaking through His Son in Hebrews 1, Effort-Based Ministries, Hidden in Christ in Colossians 3:3, Cannot Afford the Cost, Jesus Paying the Cost, Accepting the Delegation, Union with Christ, Resting and Trusting, Not Owing Jesus Anything

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18273703 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 11:00:00 -0600 2016 326 full false 10 Distorted Bible Teachings Explained (11-23-25) 10 Distorted Bible Teachings Explained (11-23-25) Topics: Distorted Bible Teachings, Forgiveness by Blood (Hebrews 9:22), Jesus’ One Sacrifice (Hebrews 9), Confess and Agree (1 John 1:9), Annual Atonement (Leviticus 16), Obedience of Faith in (Romans 1:5), Propitiation (Romans 3:25), Forgive Because Forgiven (Colossians 3:13 and Ephesians 4:32), Sin Deniers in (1 John 1:8-10), James Not Teaching Grace, James’ Works From the Law, James in Acts 15 and Acts 21, Judaizers in Galatians and Corinth, Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Faith Not Works in Ephesians 2:8-9, Abraham Before Isaac in Genesis 15:6, Justified by Faith Apart From Works in (Romans 3:28), Jesus Fulfilled the Law, Christ the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Law Abolished in Ephesians 2:15 and Colossians 2:14, Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:24), False Prophets in Matthew 7:15-23, The Work Is to Believe in John 6:29 and 6:40, Can do Nothing Without the Vine (John 15:5), Casting Out Demons in Mark 9:38, Exorcists in Acts 19, Lukewarm Symbolism in Revelation 3, Sealed by the Spirit in Ephesians 1:13, Never Blot Out in Revelation 3:5, Deliberate Sin in Hebrews 10:26, No More Sacrifice in Hebrews 10:18, Female Elder in 2 John, One Wife Context in 1 Timothy 3:2 

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]]> Topics: Distorted Bible Teachings, Forgiveness by Blood (Hebrews 9:22), Jesus’ One Sacrifice (Hebrews 9), Confess and Agree (1 John 1:9), Annual Atonement (Leviticus 16), Obedience of Faith in (Romans 1:5), Propitiation (Romans 3:25), Forgive Because Forgiven (Colossians 3:13 and Ephesians 4:32), Sin Deniers in (1 John 1:8-10), James Not Teaching Grace, James’ Works From the Law, James in Acts 15 and Acts 21, Judaizers in Galatians and Corinth, Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Faith Not Works in Ephesians 2:8-9, Abraham Before Isaac in Genesis 15:6, Justified by Faith Apart From Works in (Romans 3:28), Jesus Fulfilled the Law, Christ the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), Law Abolished in Ephesians 2:15 and Colossians 2:14, Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:24), False Prophets in Matthew 7:15-23, The Work Is to Believe in John 6:29 and 6:40, Can do Nothing Without the Vine (John 15:5), Casting Out Demons in Mark 9:38, Exorcists in Acts 19, Lukewarm Symbolism in Revelation 3, Sealed by the Spirit in Ephesians 1:13, Never Blot Out in Revelation 3:5, Deliberate Sin in Hebrews 10:26, No More Sacrifice in Hebrews 10:18, Female Elder in 2 John, One Wife Context in 1 Timothy 3:2 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18239369 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0600 4720 325 full false Top 5 Lies About "Die to Self" (11-16-25) Top 5 Lies About "Die to Self" (11-16-25) Topics: Die to Self, Bible Says We Must Die to Self, Die to Self is Man-Made Religious Jargon, Our Old Self Died, Put Off the Old Self and Put On the New Self (Ephesians 4), Self as a Dirty Word, You are Not a Sinner But a Saint, Sin is Not Fun, Walking in Your Righteousness is Natural, Your Old Self Has Been Crucified (Galatians 2:20 Colossians 2:20), Be Yourself Rather than Die to Self, Paul Said I Die Daily, Context of I Die Daily is Defending the Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15), Paul Put His Life on the Line Every Day, Grace Teaches an Upright Self-Controlled Life (Titus 2:11-12), Paul Was Formerly the Chief of Sinners (1 Timothy 1:12-17), Sinning is Not Your Natural Practice, Unbelievers Have a Practice of Sinning (1 John 3:8), dJohn the Baptist Said He Must Increase, His Ministry of Law Decreasing for Grace to Increase, Self-Abasement is of No Value, Crucifying Your Flesh and Denying Sinful Desires, Your Body is a Temple of the Holy Spirit, Your Flesh (SOMA) Versus The Flesh (SARX), You Have Crucified the Flesh (Galatians chapter 5), Jesus Said Deny Yourself Carry Your Cross, Jesus Was Telling Them What They Could Not Do, Jesus is Referring to Himself, Count the Cost (Luke 14), Be Yourself 

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]]> Topics: Die to Self, Bible Says We Must Die to Self, Die to Self is Man-Made Religious Jargon, Our Old Self Died, Put Off the Old Self and Put On the New Self (Ephesians 4), Self as a Dirty Word, You are Not a Sinner But a Saint, Sin is Not Fun, Walking in Your Righteousness is Natural, Your Old Self Has Been Crucified (Galatians 2:20 Colossians 2:20), Be Yourself Rather than Die to Self, Paul Said I Die Daily, Context of I Die Daily is Defending the Resurrection (1 Corinthians 15), Paul Put His Life on the Line Every Day, Grace Teaches an Upright Self-Controlled Life (Titus 2:11-12), Paul Was Formerly the Chief of Sinners (1 Timothy 1:12-17), Sinning is Not Your Natural Practice, Unbelievers Have a Practice of Sinning (1 John 3:8), dJohn the Baptist Said He Must Increase, His Ministry of Law Decreasing for Grace to Increase, Self-Abasement is of No Value, Crucifying Your Flesh and Denying Sinful Desires, Your Body is a Temple of the Holy Spirit, Your Flesh (SOMA) Versus The Flesh (SARX), You Have Crucified the Flesh (Galatians chapter 5), Jesus Said Deny Yourself Carry Your Cross, Jesus Was Telling Them What They Could Not Do, Jesus is Referring to Himself, Count the Cost (Luke 14), Be Yourself 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18199335 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0600 3083 324 full false Top 5 Lies About the Commandments of Jesus (11-9-25) Top 5 Lies About the Commandments of Jesus (11-9-25) Topics: Lies About the Commandments of Jesus, Confusing Moses’ Commandments With Jesus’, Separating the Covenants Correctly, All or Nothing Law Explained, Deuteronomy 4:2 Law Cannot Be Added To, The Jews’ Anger Toward Jesus Explained, The Two Commandments of Jesus in 1 John 3:23, Believe and Love as His Commandments, Commandments That Are Not Burdensome 1 John 5:3, Rest and Trust in Christ Matthew 11:28, Commandments of Moses vs Commandments of Jesus 2 Corinthians 3, Ministry of Death vs Ministry of the Spirit, Romans 5:20 The Law Increases Sin, Grace Increasing Even More Romans 5:20, Jesus’ Commandments Are Descriptive Not Prescriptive, You Are Holy Without the Law Colossians 3:12, Morality Older Than the Law, Romans 2:14-15, The Law Was for Israel Only, The Law Fulfilled Not Destroyed Matthew 5:17, Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), The Law Abolished at the Cross Ephesians 2:15, Heaven and Earth Passing Away Meaning Matthew 5:18, It Is Finished John 19:30, The Law Set Aside for the New Covenant Hebrews 10:9, Dead to the Law Romans 7:4, The Two Greatest Commandments Are Law Based Matthew 22:37-40, Love as Christ Has Loved You John 13:34, You Cannot Add to the Law Deuteronomy 12:32, Romans 6:14 Not Under Law but Grace, Romans 7:8 Law Increases Coveting, Jesus Fulfilled the Law Through His Blood Hebrews 9:22, The Transfiguration and “Listen to My Son” (Matthew 17:5), Moses and Elijah Represent Law and Prophets, The Spirit Guides Morality (John 16:13), Jesus’ Commandments Are Not Burdensome, Jesus Alone Is Enough

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]]> Topics: Lies About the Commandments of Jesus, Confusing Moses’ Commandments With Jesus’, Separating the Covenants Correctly, All or Nothing Law Explained, Deuteronomy 4:2 Law Cannot Be Added To, The Jews’ Anger Toward Jesus Explained, The Two Commandments of Jesus in 1 John 3:23, Believe and Love as His Commandments, Commandments That Are Not Burdensome 1 John 5:3, Rest and Trust in Christ Matthew 11:28, Commandments of Moses vs Commandments of Jesus 2 Corinthians 3, Ministry of Death vs Ministry of the Spirit, Romans 5:20 The Law Increases Sin, Grace Increasing Even More Romans 5:20, Jesus’ Commandments Are Descriptive Not Prescriptive, You Are Holy Without the Law Colossians 3:12, Morality Older Than the Law, Romans 2:14-15, The Law Was for Israel Only, The Law Fulfilled Not Destroyed Matthew 5:17, Christ Is the End of the Law (Romans 10:4), The Law Abolished at the Cross Ephesians 2:15, Heaven and Earth Passing Away Meaning Matthew 5:18, It Is Finished John 19:30, The Law Set Aside for the New Covenant Hebrews 10:9, Dead to the Law Romans 7:4, The Two Greatest Commandments Are Law Based Matthew 22:37-40, Love as Christ Has Loved You John 13:34, You Cannot Add to the Law Deuteronomy 12:32, Romans 6:14 Not Under Law but Grace, Romans 7:8 Law Increases Coveting, Jesus Fulfilled the Law Through His Blood Hebrews 9:22, The Transfiguration and “Listen to My Son” (Matthew 17:5), Moses and Elijah Represent Law and Prophets, The Spirit Guides Morality (John 16:13), Jesus’ Commandments Are Not Burdensome, Jesus Alone Is Enough

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18158383 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0600 3551 323 full false The Unforgivable Sin: Blasphemy Explained (11-2-25) The Unforgivable Sin: Blasphemy Explained (11-2-25) Topics: The Unforgivable Sin Explained, What Is Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit?, Matthew 12:31 Every Sin Forgiven Except One, Mark 3:29 Blasphemy Is an Eternal Sin, Lies About the Unforgivable Sin, Christians and Blasphemy After Salvation, Exodus 20:7 Taking the Lord’s Name in Vain, Leviticus 24:16 Punishment for Blasphemy, The Law as a Ministry of Death, 2 Corinthians 3 and The Ministry of the Spirit, John 14:26 The Spirit as Our Teacher, Speaking Against the Spirit as an Unbeliever, The Seal of the Holy Spirit Ephesians 1, Born Again Means Final Birth, John 3, Romans 6 Slaves to Righteousness, 2 Corinthians 5:21 Jesus Trades Sin for Righteousness, Romans 5:5 The Spirit Poured Into Our Hearts, 2 Timothy 2:13 Even If We Are Faithless, Matthew 12:32 Speaking Against the Spirit Not Forgiven, John 1:12 Born of God Not of Human Will, 1 John 3:1 Children of God Loved by the Father, Apostasy and the Believer’s Security, The Sin That Leads to Death 1 John 5:16, Hebrews 6:4-6 Impossible to Repent Again, Context of Hebrews Written to Jews, Dead Works Versus Faith in Jesus, John 10:10 Life Through Christ, Colossians 3:4 Christ Our Life, Pharaoh’s Hardened Heart Explained, Exodus 9:12 God Strengthened Pharaoh’s Heart, Free Will and God’s Strengthening, Romans 1 Reprobate Mind in Context, Romans 12 Renewing of the Mind, 1 Corinthians 2:16 We Have the Mind of Christ, Why Christians Cannot Commit Blasphemy, You Are Forever Sealed by the Spirit, Jesus Accused of Blasphemy Three Times 

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]]> Topics: The Unforgivable Sin Explained, What Is Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit?, Matthew 12:31 Every Sin Forgiven Except One, Mark 3:29 Blasphemy Is an Eternal Sin, Lies About the Unforgivable Sin, Christians and Blasphemy After Salvation, Exodus 20:7 Taking the Lord’s Name in Vain, Leviticus 24:16 Punishment for Blasphemy, The Law as a Ministry of Death, 2 Corinthians 3 and The Ministry of the Spirit, John 14:26 The Spirit as Our Teacher, Speaking Against the Spirit as an Unbeliever, The Seal of the Holy Spirit Ephesians 1, Born Again Means Final Birth, John 3, Romans 6 Slaves to Righteousness, 2 Corinthians 5:21 Jesus Trades Sin for Righteousness, Romans 5:5 The Spirit Poured Into Our Hearts, 2 Timothy 2:13 Even If We Are Faithless, Matthew 12:32 Speaking Against the Spirit Not Forgiven, John 1:12 Born of God Not of Human Will, 1 John 3:1 Children of God Loved by the Father, Apostasy and the Believer’s Security, The Sin That Leads to Death 1 John 5:16, Hebrews 6:4-6 Impossible to Repent Again, Context of Hebrews Written to Jews, Dead Works Versus Faith in Jesus, John 10:10 Life Through Christ, Colossians 3:4 Christ Our Life, Pharaoh’s Hardened Heart Explained, Exodus 9:12 God Strengthened Pharaoh’s Heart, Free Will and God’s Strengthening, Romans 1 Reprobate Mind in Context, Romans 12 Renewing of the Mind, 1 Corinthians 2:16 We Have the Mind of Christ, Why Christians Cannot Commit Blasphemy, You Are Forever Sealed by the Spirit, Jesus Accused of Blasphemy Three Times 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18119469 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0600 4009 322 full false Can Christians Have Tattoos? (10-26-25) Can Christians Have Tattoos? (10-26-25) Topics: Christians and Tattoos, Judgmental Attitudes Toward Tattoos, Misusing Leviticus 19:28, Think Before You Ink, The Pain of Tattoo Removal, Lessons From Laser Treatments, Freedom in Christ (Galatians 5:1), The Law and Tattoos, The Commandments Given to Israel (Exodus 19:8), Gentiles Were Never Given the Law (Ephesians 2:12), All or Nothing Law Obedience, The Curse of the Law (Galatians 3:10), No More Animal Sacrifices, Hebrews 9:22, Jesus the Final Priest, The Temple Destroyed In AD70, No Modifying the Law (Deuteronomy 4:2), Perfection or Bust (Matthew 5:48), The Law Replaced by Grace (Romans 6:14), The New Covenant Replaces the Old (Hebrews 8:13), Jesus Fulfilled the Law (Romans 8:3-4), It Is Finished (John 19:30), The Blood That Began the New Covenant (Hebrews 9:16-18), Jesus Greater Than Moses (Hebrews 3:3), Better Promises of the New Covenant (Hebrews 8:6), Our Inheritance in Christ, God Looks at the Heart (1 Samuel 16:7), The New Heart (Ezekiel 36:26), The Spirit Replaced the Law (Galatians 3:24-25), The Law is a Ministry of Death (2 Corinthians 3), Sin Increases Under the Law (Romans 5:20), Dead to the Law Alive to God (Galatians 2:19), Jesus the Lamb of God, The Law’s Purpose, 1 Timothy 1:7-11, Jesus’ Tattoo on His Thigh (Revelation 19:16), The Spirit’s Guidance in All Things, Enjoying Freedom in Christ

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]]> Topics: Christians and Tattoos, Judgmental Attitudes Toward Tattoos, Misusing Leviticus 19:28, Think Before You Ink, The Pain of Tattoo Removal, Lessons From Laser Treatments, Freedom in Christ (Galatians 5:1), The Law and Tattoos, The Commandments Given to Israel (Exodus 19:8), Gentiles Were Never Given the Law (Ephesians 2:12), All or Nothing Law Obedience, The Curse of the Law (Galatians 3:10), No More Animal Sacrifices, Hebrews 9:22, Jesus the Final Priest, The Temple Destroyed In AD70, No Modifying the Law (Deuteronomy 4:2), Perfection or Bust (Matthew 5:48), The Law Replaced by Grace (Romans 6:14), The New Covenant Replaces the Old (Hebrews 8:13), Jesus Fulfilled the Law (Romans 8:3-4), It Is Finished (John 19:30), The Blood That Began the New Covenant (Hebrews 9:16-18), Jesus Greater Than Moses (Hebrews 3:3), Better Promises of the New Covenant (Hebrews 8:6), Our Inheritance in Christ, God Looks at the Heart (1 Samuel 16:7), The New Heart (Ezekiel 36:26), The Spirit Replaced the Law (Galatians 3:24-25), The Law is a Ministry of Death (2 Corinthians 3), Sin Increases Under the Law (Romans 5:20), Dead to the Law Alive to God (Galatians 2:19), Jesus the Lamb of God, The Law’s Purpose, 1 Timothy 1:7-11, Jesus’ Tattoo on His Thigh (Revelation 19:16), The Spirit’s Guidance in All Things, Enjoying Freedom in Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18076284 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2226 321 full false Hebrews 10:26: Deliberate Sins Explained (10-19-25) Hebrews 10:26: Deliberate Sins Explained (10-19-25) Topics: Hebrews 10:26 Deliberate Sins Explained, The Truth About Hebrews 10:26-31, No Sacrifice for Sins Left (Hebrews 10:26), Enemies of God Explained (Hebrews 10:27), Peace With God Through Jesus (Romans 5:1), Crossing From Death to Life (John 5:24), The Importance of Context in Hebrews, Why “We” Means Can Mean “You” in Scripture, The Fearful Expectation of Judgment (Hebrews 10:27), Trampling the Son of God Underfoot (Hebrews 10:29), The Spirit of Grace Insulted (Hebrews 10:29), Falling Into the Hands of the Living God (Hebrews 10:31), The Letter Written to the Hebrews, God Found Fault With the People (Hebrews 8:8), Replaced by the New Covenant Through Jesus (Hebrews 8:13), No Forgiveness Left at the Temple, Five Lies About Hebrews 10:26, God Won’t Forgive Deliberate Sins, The Obedience of Faith (Romans 1:5), The Disobedience of the Hebrews, The Day of Atonement Explained, Hebrews 10:3, The Difference Between Atonement and Propitiation, Impossible for Animal Blood to Take Away Sins (Hebrews 10:4), Once-for-All Sacrifice of Jesus (Hebrews 10:12), No More Offerings Needed (Hebrews 10:18), Deliberate Sinning According to the Law, Accidental Sins and the Law (Numbers 15:27), The Hebrews Abusing the Forgiveness System, Grace Is Not Cheap—Law Is, Saved From Wrath by His Blood (Romans 5:9), Strive to Enter Rest (Hebrews 4:11), Not Under Law but Under Grace (Romans 6:14), Saved Completely Because He Always Lives (Hebrews 7:25), Sanctified Once for All (Hebrews 10:10), Christ Took Away Sin Forever (Hebrews 9:28), The Scapegoat and Jesus Compared, Safe and Perfect Forever by His Blood

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]]> Topics: Hebrews 10:26 Deliberate Sins Explained, The Truth About Hebrews 10:26-31, No Sacrifice for Sins Left (Hebrews 10:26), Enemies of God Explained (Hebrews 10:27), Peace With God Through Jesus (Romans 5:1), Crossing From Death to Life (John 5:24), The Importance of Context in Hebrews, Why “We” Means Can Mean “You” in Scripture, The Fearful Expectation of Judgment (Hebrews 10:27), Trampling the Son of God Underfoot (Hebrews 10:29), The Spirit of Grace Insulted (Hebrews 10:29), Falling Into the Hands of the Living God (Hebrews 10:31), The Letter Written to the Hebrews, God Found Fault With the People (Hebrews 8:8), Replaced by the New Covenant Through Jesus (Hebrews 8:13), No Forgiveness Left at the Temple, Five Lies About Hebrews 10:26, God Won’t Forgive Deliberate Sins, The Obedience of Faith (Romans 1:5), The Disobedience of the Hebrews, The Day of Atonement Explained, Hebrews 10:3, The Difference Between Atonement and Propitiation, Impossible for Animal Blood to Take Away Sins (Hebrews 10:4), Once-for-All Sacrifice of Jesus (Hebrews 10:12), No More Offerings Needed (Hebrews 10:18), Deliberate Sinning According to the Law, Accidental Sins and the Law (Numbers 15:27), The Hebrews Abusing the Forgiveness System, Grace Is Not Cheap—Law Is, Saved From Wrath by His Blood (Romans 5:9), Strive to Enter Rest (Hebrews 4:11), Not Under Law but Under Grace (Romans 6:14), Saved Completely Because He Always Lives (Hebrews 7:25), Sanctified Once for All (Hebrews 10:10), Christ Took Away Sin Forever (Hebrews 9:28), The Scapegoat and Jesus Compared, Safe and Perfect Forever by His Blood

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-18037560 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0500 4514 320 full false 15 Reasons Christians Can't Lose Our Salvation (10-12-25) 15 Reasons Christians Can't Lose Our Salvation (10-12-25) Topics: Your Salvation is the Life of Christ, You Were Reborn Supernaturally, Ongoing Faith Does not Keep You Saved, 2 Timothy 2:13, Who are the Ones Who Went Out from Us? (1 John 2:19), You Do not Have to Endure to the End to Be Saved, Jesus Will Never Blot a Christian's Name (Revelation 3:5), Falling from Grace is not Losing Salvation (Galatians 5:4), Hebrews 6:4-6 is not About a Christian, Dog Returning to Vomit is not a Christian, Work Out Your Salvation Explained (Philippians 2:12), The Lukewarm Passage is About Purposefulness (Revelation 3:16), Depart From Me I Never Knew You, Hebrews 10 Deliberate Sinning is not About You, 2 Peter 2 Describes False Teachers, The Wise and Foolish Virgins Explained, Your Salvation is the Life of Christ, Can You Be Unborn from God?, Putting Faith in Your Faith is a Dead End, Understanding 1 John 2:19 Context, Jesus Endured the Cross for You (Hebrews 12:2), Book of Life is Symbolic, Falling from Grace and Law Observance, Who were the Hebrews in Hebrews 6?, Who are the Dogs and Pigs in Scripture?, Working Out vs Working for Salvation, Lukewarm Means Purposeless, Who are the Workers of Lawlessness?, Does God Forgive Intentional Sins?, False Teachers in 2 Peter 2, The Oil in the Parable of the Virgins, Grace Latched Onto You, You are a New Creation, Hearing with Faith Strengthens You, Christ is Your Life Literally, Why Ongoing Confession isn't Needed for Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22, The Man of Lawlessness Explained, The Primary Sin in Hebrews, You are a Saint Not a Dog, Fear and Trembling Explained, You are In His Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:17), We are not Known by Our Fruit

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]]> Topics: Your Salvation is the Life of Christ, You Were Reborn Supernaturally, Ongoing Faith Does not Keep You Saved, 2 Timothy 2:13, Who are the Ones Who Went Out from Us? (1 John 2:19), You Do not Have to Endure to the End to Be Saved, Jesus Will Never Blot a Christian's Name (Revelation 3:5), Falling from Grace is not Losing Salvation (Galatians 5:4), Hebrews 6:4-6 is not About a Christian, Dog Returning to Vomit is not a Christian, Work Out Your Salvation Explained (Philippians 2:12), The Lukewarm Passage is About Purposefulness (Revelation 3:16), Depart From Me I Never Knew You, Hebrews 10 Deliberate Sinning is not About You, 2 Peter 2 Describes False Teachers, The Wise and Foolish Virgins Explained, Your Salvation is the Life of Christ, Can You Be Unborn from God?, Putting Faith in Your Faith is a Dead End, Understanding 1 John 2:19 Context, Jesus Endured the Cross for You (Hebrews 12:2), Book of Life is Symbolic, Falling from Grace and Law Observance, Who were the Hebrews in Hebrews 6?, Who are the Dogs and Pigs in Scripture?, Working Out vs Working for Salvation, Lukewarm Means Purposeless, Who are the Workers of Lawlessness?, Does God Forgive Intentional Sins?, False Teachers in 2 Peter 2, The Oil in the Parable of the Virgins, Grace Latched Onto You, You are a New Creation, Hearing with Faith Strengthens You, Christ is Your Life Literally, Why Ongoing Confession isn't Needed for Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22, The Man of Lawlessness Explained, The Primary Sin in Hebrews, You are a Saint Not a Dog, Fear and Trembling Explained, You are In His Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:17), We are not Known by Our Fruit

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17997824 Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4344 319 full false What Is the True Meaning of Repent? (10-5-25) What Is the True Meaning of Repent? (10-5-25) Topics: True Meaning of Repent, Repentance and Forgiveness Are Instant, Behavior Repentance Versus Faith Repentance, Jesus Chastised Legalistic Jerks (Matthew 7:15−23), Repentance Has Been Contorted, Repent Has Two Meanings, Change of Belief, Change of Actions, John the Baptist Preached Law-based Repentance, John's Ministry Was under the Law, Died to the Law to Live for Christ (Romans 6:14,7:4,10:4, Galatians 2:19), Water Baptism Did Not Forgive, Sins Banished Far as East from West, Christ Accomplished the Law's Purpose (Romans 10:4), Christians Are Branches Not Trees (John 15:5), Hidden inside of God with Christ (Colossians 3:3), John's Ministry of Law Had to Decrease (John 1:15−17, 3:30), Christ Preached Repentance of Unbelief, Law Exposed the Need for Grace (Romans 5:20), The Greek Words for Repent (Metanoeo and Metanoia), Metanoeo Means Change of Belief, Metanoia Means Change of Actions, Only Metanoeo Can Save, Repentance and Faith Is One Coin, Not by Works so That No One Can Boast (Ephesians 2:8−9), If by Grace It Cannot Be Based on Works (Romans 11:6), Forgiveness Doesn’t Requires Sorrow, Sin Doesn’t Causes God to Turn Away, Unrepentant Sin Isn’t Judged on Judgment Day

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]]> Topics: True Meaning of Repent, Repentance and Forgiveness Are Instant, Behavior Repentance Versus Faith Repentance, Jesus Chastised Legalistic Jerks (Matthew 7:15−23), Repentance Has Been Contorted, Repent Has Two Meanings, Change of Belief, Change of Actions, John the Baptist Preached Law-based Repentance, John's Ministry Was under the Law, Died to the Law to Live for Christ (Romans 6:14,7:4,10:4, Galatians 2:19), Water Baptism Did Not Forgive, Sins Banished Far as East from West, Christ Accomplished the Law's Purpose (Romans 10:4), Christians Are Branches Not Trees (John 15:5), Hidden inside of God with Christ (Colossians 3:3), John's Ministry of Law Had to Decrease (John 1:15−17, 3:30), Christ Preached Repentance of Unbelief, Law Exposed the Need for Grace (Romans 5:20), The Greek Words for Repent (Metanoeo and Metanoia), Metanoeo Means Change of Belief, Metanoia Means Change of Actions, Only Metanoeo Can Save, Repentance and Faith Is One Coin, Not by Works so That No One Can Boast (Ephesians 2:8−9), If by Grace It Cannot Be Based on Works (Romans 11:6), Forgiveness Doesn’t Requires Sorrow, Sin Doesn’t Causes God to Turn Away, Unrepentant Sin Isn’t Judged on Judgment Day

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17958933 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2672 318 full false 5 Facts About Death (9-28-25) 5 Facts About Death (9-28-25) Topics: Death, No Need to Fear Death If You've Trusted Jesus, Eternal Realm Revealed upon Death, No Christian Will Go to Hell, Instantly in the Presence of God (2 Corinthians 5:8), No Heavenly Reward Ceremony, Jesus Has Complete Power over Death, Jesus Is God, Jesus Broke Power of Death (Hebrews 2:14-15), Jesus No Longer Holds Your Sins Against You (2 Corinthians 5:19), God Remembers Your Sins No More (Hebrews 8:12), Without the Shedding of Blood There Is No Forgiveness (Hebrews 9:22), Already Seated in Heavenly Realms in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:6), God Has Placed Eternity in the Heart of Every Human (Ecclesiastes 3:11), All Things Were Created by Jesus and for Jesus (Colossians 1:16-17), Fix Your Thoughts on Heavenly Things (Colossians 3:2), To Be Absent from the Body Is to Be Present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8), Purgatory Is Not Biblical, Mortal Sins Will Not Send Christians to Hell or Purgatory, Every Sin Is Mortal (Romans 6:23), We Must All Stand and Give an Account (2 Corinthians 5:10), Unbelievers Will Give an Account for Rejecting Christ (Romans 14:12), Teachers of the Law Will Be Judged More Strictly (James 3:1), The Parable of the Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20), The Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:23-24, Jesus Lays Down His Life Only to Take It Up Again (John 10:17-18), It Was Impossible for Death to Keep Its Hold on Him (Acts 2:24), I Am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25-26), I Am the Way the Truth and the Life (John 14:6), To Live Is Christ and to Die Is Gain (Philippians 2:21), Jesus Destroyed Death and Brought Life and Immortality (2 Timothy 1:10), He Is Able to Save Completely because He Always Lives (Hebrews 7:25), See What Great Love the Father Has Lavished on Us (1 John 3:1), The Deepest Truth about Death

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]]> Topics: Death, No Need to Fear Death If You've Trusted Jesus, Eternal Realm Revealed upon Death, No Christian Will Go to Hell, Instantly in the Presence of God (2 Corinthians 5:8), No Heavenly Reward Ceremony, Jesus Has Complete Power over Death, Jesus Is God, Jesus Broke Power of Death (Hebrews 2:14-15), Jesus No Longer Holds Your Sins Against You (2 Corinthians 5:19), God Remembers Your Sins No More (Hebrews 8:12), Without the Shedding of Blood There Is No Forgiveness (Hebrews 9:22), Already Seated in Heavenly Realms in Christ Jesus (Ephesians 2:6), God Has Placed Eternity in the Heart of Every Human (Ecclesiastes 3:11), All Things Were Created by Jesus and for Jesus (Colossians 1:16-17), Fix Your Thoughts on Heavenly Things (Colossians 3:2), To Be Absent from the Body Is to Be Present with the Lord (2 Corinthians 5:8), Purgatory Is Not Biblical, Mortal Sins Will Not Send Christians to Hell or Purgatory, Every Sin Is Mortal (Romans 6:23), We Must All Stand and Give an Account (2 Corinthians 5:10), Unbelievers Will Give an Account for Rejecting Christ (Romans 14:12), Teachers of the Law Will Be Judged More Strictly (James 3:1), The Parable of the Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20), The Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:23-24, Jesus Lays Down His Life Only to Take It Up Again (John 10:17-18), It Was Impossible for Death to Keep Its Hold on Him (Acts 2:24), I Am the Resurrection and the Life (John 11:25-26), I Am the Way the Truth and the Life (John 14:6), To Live Is Christ and to Die Is Gain (Philippians 2:21), Jesus Destroyed Death and Brought Life and Immortality (2 Timothy 1:10), He Is Able to Save Completely because He Always Lives (Hebrews 7:25), See What Great Love the Father Has Lavished on Us (1 John 3:1), The Deepest Truth about Death

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17918901 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3780 317 full false Backsliding Explained (9-21-25) Backsliding Explained (9-21-25) Topics: Biblical Backsliding, You're Not a Backslider If You Don't "Fully Commit" to God, You're Not a Backslider If You're Sinning, The Word Backslide Is Not in the New Testament for a Reason, The Law Was Brought in so That Sin Would Increase (Romans 5:20), The Law is a Ministry of Death and Condemnation (2 Corinthians 3), You Are Now the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 6:11), You Are Now the House of God (Hebrews 3 and Hebrews 10), You Search the Scriptures because You Think that in Them You Have Life (John 5), The Law is Not of Faith (Galatians 3), Even when We are Faithless He Remains Faithful (2 Timothy 2:13), A Fearful Exception for the Unbelievers Who Insult Grace (Hebrews 10), It Is Good for Your Heart to Be Strengthened by Grace, Jesus is Grace, Jesus Is Grace, The Law Was Meant to Increase Sin, The Old Covenant is Now Obsolete (Hebrews 8), The New Covenant Is a New and Living Way, You Are Not Under the Law but Under Grace (Romans 6:14), If It's Based on Works It Cannot Be Based on Grace (Romans 11:6), If You Are Led by the Spirit You Are Not Under the Law (Galatians 5:18), God Found Fault with Israel, The New Covenant Is Based on Better Promises, The New Covenant Came through the Blood of Jesus, You Are a Beneficiary to the New Covenant, The Old Testament Uses the Word Backslide, The Context of Backsliding Was the Hebrews Sliding Away from Faith in the Old Covenant, Jesus Is the Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Your Sins Are Not More Powerful than What He's Done, The Promises Made at the Cross Keeps This from Being Undone, Confession and Repentance Don't Maintain Your Salvation, You Are One Spirit with the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:17), Our Perfection Comes by Way of Trusting in What Jesus Has Done with His Blood, God Was Still Married to the "Backslider" in the Old Testament

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]]> Topics: Biblical Backsliding, You're Not a Backslider If You Don't "Fully Commit" to God, You're Not a Backslider If You're Sinning, The Word Backslide Is Not in the New Testament for a Reason, The Law Was Brought in so That Sin Would Increase (Romans 5:20), The Law is a Ministry of Death and Condemnation (2 Corinthians 3), You Are Now the Temple of God (1 Corinthians 6:11), You Are Now the House of God (Hebrews 3 and Hebrews 10), You Search the Scriptures because You Think that in Them You Have Life (John 5), The Law is Not of Faith (Galatians 3), Even when We are Faithless He Remains Faithful (2 Timothy 2:13), A Fearful Exception for the Unbelievers Who Insult Grace (Hebrews 10), It Is Good for Your Heart to Be Strengthened by Grace, Jesus is Grace, Jesus Is Grace, The Law Was Meant to Increase Sin, The Old Covenant is Now Obsolete (Hebrews 8), The New Covenant Is a New and Living Way, You Are Not Under the Law but Under Grace (Romans 6:14), If It's Based on Works It Cannot Be Based on Grace (Romans 11:6), If You Are Led by the Spirit You Are Not Under the Law (Galatians 5:18), God Found Fault with Israel, The New Covenant Is Based on Better Promises, The New Covenant Came through the Blood of Jesus, You Are a Beneficiary to the New Covenant, The Old Testament Uses the Word Backslide, The Context of Backsliding Was the Hebrews Sliding Away from Faith in the Old Covenant, Jesus Is the Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), Your Sins Are Not More Powerful than What He's Done, The Promises Made at the Cross Keeps This from Being Undone, Confession and Repentance Don't Maintain Your Salvation, You Are One Spirit with the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:17), Our Perfection Comes by Way of Trusting in What Jesus Has Done with His Blood, God Was Still Married to the "Backslider" in the Old Testament

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17880068 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3487 316 full false Go and Sin No More! Explained (9-14-25) Go and Sin No More! Explained (9-14-25) Topics: "Go and Sin No More" Explained, John 5:14, John 8:10-11, The Seven Deadly Sins, Man-Made Tradition, Every Sin Is Deadly, The Wages of Sin Is Death, Romans 6:23, Jesus Died for All Sins, Venial and Mortal Sins, All Sins Are Mortal, The True Wages of Every Sin, A Perfect Blood Death, The Blood of Jesus Has Done It All, Propitiation Is a Satisfying Sacrifice, Forgiveness of Past, Present, and Future Sins, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Sin Was Taken Away at The Cross, John 1:29, 1 John 3:5, Hebrews 9:26, 1 Peter 2:24, Colossians 2:13–14, The Woman Caught in Adultery Sinned Again, Christians Still Commit Sins, 1 John 2, Death to the Power of Sin, Romans 5, Romans 6, A Christian Is No Longer a Slave to Sin, Jesus Is the Life, Colossians 3, Sinful Lifestyle of Unbelievers, John 3:17, No Condemnation in Christ, Romans 8, The Law and Condemnation, The Life of Christ, Your Identity Is Righteousness 

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]]> Topics: "Go and Sin No More" Explained, John 5:14, John 8:10-11, The Seven Deadly Sins, Man-Made Tradition, Every Sin Is Deadly, The Wages of Sin Is Death, Romans 6:23, Jesus Died for All Sins, Venial and Mortal Sins, All Sins Are Mortal, The True Wages of Every Sin, A Perfect Blood Death, The Blood of Jesus Has Done It All, Propitiation Is a Satisfying Sacrifice, Forgiveness of Past, Present, and Future Sins, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Sin Was Taken Away at The Cross, John 1:29, 1 John 3:5, Hebrews 9:26, 1 Peter 2:24, Colossians 2:13–14, The Woman Caught in Adultery Sinned Again, Christians Still Commit Sins, 1 John 2, Death to the Power of Sin, Romans 5, Romans 6, A Christian Is No Longer a Slave to Sin, Jesus Is the Life, Colossians 3, Sinful Lifestyle of Unbelievers, John 3:17, No Condemnation in Christ, Romans 8, The Law and Condemnation, The Life of Christ, Your Identity Is Righteousness 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17841890 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0500 4809 315 full false Depart From Me, I Never Knew You! Explained (Matt 7:21-23) (9-7-25) Depart From Me, I Never Knew You! Explained (Matt 7:21-23) (9-7-25) Topics: False Prophets in Matthew 7, The Most Scary Passage in The Bible, The Will of the Father (John 6:29,40), Jesus Is Both Savior and Lord, Trusting in Jesus Once by Grace Is What Saves, Matthew 7:21-23 Is Not Describing Christians, God Is Love (1 John 4:8), Perfect Love Casts Out All Fear (1 John 4:18), False Prophets According to Jesus, Jesus Said “I Never Knew You” to Unbelievers, I Know My Sheep and My Sheep Know Me (John 10:14), Belief in Jesus Is the Will of the Father, Your Best Works Are Like Filthy Rags (Isaiah 64:6), Galatians Is Combating Judaizers, The Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), The One Who Does Not Work (Romans 4:5), We Are Righteous in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21), Believers Are Not Known by Our Fruit, Unbelievers Are Known by Fruit unto Death, Unbelievers Are Trees, Believers Are Branches (John 15:5), Casting Out Demons by Unbelievers, Pharaoh’s Magicians Signs and Wonders (Exodus 7 and 8), Prophesy Means to Speak, The Lawless One Is Teaching Judaic Behavioralism, The Law Is Not For the Righteous (1 Timothy 1:9), The Law Is Not of Faith (Galatians 3:12), These Are Not Lukewarm Christians, Lukewarm Is About Purposefulness Not Salvation (Revelation 3), Matthew 7 Is People Bragging on What They Did for God

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]]> Topics: False Prophets in Matthew 7, The Most Scary Passage in The Bible, The Will of the Father (John 6:29,40), Jesus Is Both Savior and Lord, Trusting in Jesus Once by Grace Is What Saves, Matthew 7:21-23 Is Not Describing Christians, God Is Love (1 John 4:8), Perfect Love Casts Out All Fear (1 John 4:18), False Prophets According to Jesus, Jesus Said “I Never Knew You” to Unbelievers, I Know My Sheep and My Sheep Know Me (John 10:14), Belief in Jesus Is the Will of the Father, Your Best Works Are Like Filthy Rags (Isaiah 64:6), Galatians Is Combating Judaizers, The Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), The One Who Does Not Work (Romans 4:5), We Are Righteous in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21), Believers Are Not Known by Our Fruit, Unbelievers Are Known by Fruit unto Death, Unbelievers Are Trees, Believers Are Branches (John 15:5), Casting Out Demons by Unbelievers, Pharaoh’s Magicians Signs and Wonders (Exodus 7 and 8), Prophesy Means to Speak, The Lawless One Is Teaching Judaic Behavioralism, The Law Is Not For the Righteous (1 Timothy 1:9), The Law Is Not of Faith (Galatians 3:12), These Are Not Lukewarm Christians, Lukewarm Is About Purposefulness Not Salvation (Revelation 3), Matthew 7 Is People Bragging on What They Did for God

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17802944 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3736 314 full false Top 10 Lies About the Forgiveness of God (8-31-25) Top 10 Lies About the Forgiveness of God (8-31-25) Topics: If You Don't Forgive Others God Won't Forgive You, God Only Forgives If You Repent Of Your Sins, God Will Forgive You You Just Have To Ask, If You Don’t Confess Your Sins God Won’t Forgive You, Jesus Gives An Exact Number Of How Many Times To Forgive, Forgiveness Can Be Revoked, You Must Stop Sinning And Be Water Baptized To Be Saved, If Our Nation Stops Sinning God Will Forgive Us, Communion Isn’t For You If You’ve Sinned Too Much, You Can Out-Sin God’s Forgiveness, The Truth Behind Matthew 6:15, Repentance For Forgiveness, The Problem With Asking For Forgiveness, The Context Of 1 John 1:9, Jesus' Seventy Times Seven Commandment, Matthew 18's Unforgiving Servant Explained, Acts 2:38 Explained, Debunking 2 Chronicles 7:14 For Modern Nations, Understanding The Agape Meal, Unworthy Manners: 1 Corinthians 11 Explained, Repenting Of Not Believing, The Bible On Asking For Forgiveness, Confessing Sins For Forgiveness, Unlimited Forgiveness vs. The Law, Forgiveness Is Forgiveness, Repenting Is A Change Of Belief, Water Baptism As An Outward Sign, The Danger Of Proof-texting, Communion Is A Celebration, The Eucharist Is Not Biblical, Out-Sin the Grace of God 

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]]> Topics: If You Don't Forgive Others God Won't Forgive You, God Only Forgives If You Repent Of Your Sins, God Will Forgive You You Just Have To Ask, If You Don’t Confess Your Sins God Won’t Forgive You, Jesus Gives An Exact Number Of How Many Times To Forgive, Forgiveness Can Be Revoked, You Must Stop Sinning And Be Water Baptized To Be Saved, If Our Nation Stops Sinning God Will Forgive Us, Communion Isn’t For You If You’ve Sinned Too Much, You Can Out-Sin God’s Forgiveness, The Truth Behind Matthew 6:15, Repentance For Forgiveness, The Problem With Asking For Forgiveness, The Context Of 1 John 1:9, Jesus' Seventy Times Seven Commandment, Matthew 18's Unforgiving Servant Explained, Acts 2:38 Explained, Debunking 2 Chronicles 7:14 For Modern Nations, Understanding The Agape Meal, Unworthy Manners: 1 Corinthians 11 Explained, Repenting Of Not Believing, The Bible On Asking For Forgiveness, Confessing Sins For Forgiveness, Unlimited Forgiveness vs. The Law, Forgiveness Is Forgiveness, Repenting Is A Change Of Belief, Water Baptism As An Outward Sign, The Danger Of Proof-texting, Communion Is A Celebration, The Eucharist Is Not Biblical, Out-Sin the Grace of God 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17763411 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0500 6312 313 full false Is the King James Bible the Best Version? (8-24-25) Is the King James Bible the Best Version? (8-24-25) Topics: Is the King James Bible the Best Version, A Christian's Identity, The Bible is a Valuable Piece of Literature, God Is Older than Words on a Page, The Quran and King Jamesism, Is King James the True Word of God, The Original Biblical Manuscripts, The Bible wasn't Compiled until 400 Years after Christ, Scribes Made Mistakes, Only the Original Manuscripts are Perfect, Earlier Transcripts of Scripture, The Body of Christ should Repent of King James Only, King James English is not the Language of the Holy Spirit, The Word is a Person, The Word is Jesus, John 1:1-2 Explains the Word, Jesus is the Word in Human Form, You Refuse to Come to me that You May Have Life, There is no Life in a Bible, You already Know Him in Your Heart, You have God’s Nature according to 2 Peter 1:4, Our Bodies are not Sinful, The Word is Christ in You, Scripture Points Us to the One who Gives Life, The Old Testament Reveals the Messiah, The New Testament Reveals the New Covenant, The Most Authentic Version of the Word is Christ in You, Searching the Scriptures for Eternal Life 

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]]> Topics: Is the King James Bible the Best Version, A Christian's Identity, The Bible is a Valuable Piece of Literature, God Is Older than Words on a Page, The Quran and King Jamesism, Is King James the True Word of God, The Original Biblical Manuscripts, The Bible wasn't Compiled until 400 Years after Christ, Scribes Made Mistakes, Only the Original Manuscripts are Perfect, Earlier Transcripts of Scripture, The Body of Christ should Repent of King James Only, King James English is not the Language of the Holy Spirit, The Word is a Person, The Word is Jesus, John 1:1-2 Explains the Word, Jesus is the Word in Human Form, You Refuse to Come to me that You May Have Life, There is no Life in a Bible, You already Know Him in Your Heart, You have God’s Nature according to 2 Peter 1:4, Our Bodies are not Sinful, The Word is Christ in You, Scripture Points Us to the One who Gives Life, The Old Testament Reveals the Messiah, The New Testament Reveals the New Covenant, The Most Authentic Version of the Word is Christ in You, Searching the Scriptures for Eternal Life 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17724018 Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2045 312 full false 10 Reasons Church Attendance Is Declining (8-17-25) 10 Reasons Church Attendance Is Declining (8-17-25) Topics: Why Church Attendance Is Declining, The Top-Down Hierarchy System, The Give-to-Get System and Church Lotto, Rude and Hateful Church People, Mixing Politics with the Gospel, The Antiquated Pew and Pulpit System, Double Talk Teaching in Church, The Dangers of Covenant Mixture Theology, Everyone Is not Included Equally, The Pressure and Guilt to Go to Church, The Message is not about The New Creation, The Message is not about Jesus, The Church Has forgotten Its First Love, Jesus Said Call NEpisonsither, Jesus said it will not be like this among you, What the Bible Says About Our Gatherings, Tithing is a Give-to-Get System, It is Easier for a Camel to Go Through a Needle, Sin Will not Longer be Your Master Romans 6:14, It is the Goodness of God which Leads People to Repentance, Deny Yourself is Out of Context, Paul said He is Chief of Sinners is Out of Context, You are a New Creation, You are Holy According to Colossians 1:22, Jesus Said He had not Come to Abolish the Law, The Old Covenant has been Abolished, The New Testament is about Everyday Life, Everyone is a Vital Member of the Body of Christ, The Church Has lost Its Influence, Jesus is the Head of the Church

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]]> Topics: Why Church Attendance Is Declining, The Top-Down Hierarchy System, The Give-to-Get System and Church Lotto, Rude and Hateful Church People, Mixing Politics with the Gospel, The Antiquated Pew and Pulpit System, Double Talk Teaching in Church, The Dangers of Covenant Mixture Theology, Everyone Is not Included Equally, The Pressure and Guilt to Go to Church, The Message is not about The New Creation, The Message is not about Jesus, The Church Has forgotten Its First Love, Jesus Said Call NEpisonsither, Jesus said it will not be like this among you, What the Bible Says About Our Gatherings, Tithing is a Give-to-Get System, It is Easier for a Camel to Go Through a Needle, Sin Will not Longer be Your Master Romans 6:14, It is the Goodness of God which Leads People to Repentance, Deny Yourself is Out of Context, Paul said He is Chief of Sinners is Out of Context, You are a New Creation, You are Holy According to Colossians 1:22, Jesus Said He had not Come to Abolish the Law, The Old Covenant has been Abolished, The New Testament is about Everyday Life, Everyone is a Vital Member of the Body of Christ, The Church Has lost Its Influence, Jesus is the Head of the Church

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17683639 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4388 311 full false Top 10 Lies About Going to Church (8-10-25) Top 10 Lies About Going to Church (8-10-25) Topics: Going to Church Is not in the Bible, The Words "Go to Church" are not Found in the Bible, Church is a Living Organism not a Building, Constantine Created the Model for the Church Building, Pulpits and Sermons are Based on Tradition, The Only Bible Passages About Our Gatherings are in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Women are Encouraged to Speak in the Gathering, 1 and 2 Timothy are not Pastoral Letters nor is Titus, Hebrews 10:25 Does not Command you to Go to Church, Hebrews 10:25 is about Meeting to Encourage one another, Hebrews is not a Letter about Going to Church, The Hebrews Went to the Synagogue and Temple not Church, The Hebrews were Warned not to go to the Temple in Hebrews 10:26, Remember the Sabbath is not about Going to Church, The Sabbath was for the Jews and was on Saturday, You do not Fall from Grace for not Going to Church, Falling from Grace is about Adding the Law to Faith in Jesus, You don't have to Prove You're a Real Christian, You are a Christian by Grace, Not Going to Church does not Mean you Can't Hear the Gospel, Going to Church is not the Only way to Hear the Gospel, Fellowship at a Church is not Biblical, The Bible says your Gatherings can do more Harm than Good, Not Going to Church does not Make you Lazy, You don't have to Prove you're a Christian, There are no "Pastoral Letters" in the Bible, The Entire New Testament Does not Tell you how to Do Church, The New Testament is about Everyday Life, 1 Corinthians 11-14 is the only Section about Gatherings, Jesus Forbade Christians from Lording over One Another 

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]]> Topics: Going to Church Is not in the Bible, The Words "Go to Church" are not Found in the Bible, Church is a Living Organism not a Building, Constantine Created the Model for the Church Building, Pulpits and Sermons are Based on Tradition, The Only Bible Passages About Our Gatherings are in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Women are Encouraged to Speak in the Gathering, 1 and 2 Timothy are not Pastoral Letters nor is Titus, Hebrews 10:25 Does not Command you to Go to Church, Hebrews 10:25 is about Meeting to Encourage one another, Hebrews is not a Letter about Going to Church, The Hebrews Went to the Synagogue and Temple not Church, The Hebrews were Warned not to go to the Temple in Hebrews 10:26, Remember the Sabbath is not about Going to Church, The Sabbath was for the Jews and was on Saturday, You do not Fall from Grace for not Going to Church, Falling from Grace is about Adding the Law to Faith in Jesus, You don't have to Prove You're a Real Christian, You are a Christian by Grace, Not Going to Church does not Mean you Can't Hear the Gospel, Going to Church is not the Only way to Hear the Gospel, Fellowship at a Church is not Biblical, The Bible says your Gatherings can do more Harm than Good, Not Going to Church does not Make you Lazy, You don't have to Prove you're a Christian, There are no "Pastoral Letters" in the Bible, The Entire New Testament Does not Tell you how to Do Church, The New Testament is about Everyday Life, 1 Corinthians 11-14 is the only Section about Gatherings, Jesus Forbade Christians from Lording over One Another 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17648122 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0500 6178 310 full false When an Atheist Blames God (8-3-25) When an Atheist Blames God (8-3-25) Topics: Atheism, Atheists Blaming God, Expectations for God, Why World is in Bad Shape, God is Still Doing Something, Heaven on Earth, Why Insult Something Nonexistent, God Placed Eternity in Heart, Something from Nothing, Atheist Problem of Origin, God has No Beginning or End, Origin of Time and Planets, Creator Said Let There Be Light, Universe is Not Billions of Years Old, Why the World is Messed Up, Humanity Messed Up the World, Rescue Mission Planned by God, The Lamb Slain Before Earth's Foundation, Lifting Ourselves Out of Time, Jesus Became One of His Creations, Jesus Saves Us from Sin, God is For You Romans 8:31, God is Not Causing Your Pain, Unbelievers Want God to Fix Everything Now, God Understands Unbelievers' Frustration, God's Love for Unbelievers Romans 5:8, God Longs for a Close Relationship, Father Wants Unbelievers to Believe, God's Creation is Genius, God Cares for Unbelievers 

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]]> Topics: Atheism, Atheists Blaming God, Expectations for God, Why World is in Bad Shape, God is Still Doing Something, Heaven on Earth, Why Insult Something Nonexistent, God Placed Eternity in Heart, Something from Nothing, Atheist Problem of Origin, God has No Beginning or End, Origin of Time and Planets, Creator Said Let There Be Light, Universe is Not Billions of Years Old, Why the World is Messed Up, Humanity Messed Up the World, Rescue Mission Planned by God, The Lamb Slain Before Earth's Foundation, Lifting Ourselves Out of Time, Jesus Became One of His Creations, Jesus Saves Us from Sin, God is For You Romans 8:31, God is Not Causing Your Pain, Unbelievers Want God to Fix Everything Now, God Understands Unbelievers' Frustration, God's Love for Unbelievers Romans 5:8, God Longs for a Close Relationship, Father Wants Unbelievers to Believe, God's Creation is Genius, God Cares for Unbelievers 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17606895 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1469 309 full false 10 Reasons Tithing Is Not for Christians (7-27-25) 10 Reasons Tithing Is Not for Christians (7-27-25) Topics: Giving, Tithing, Christians are Givers, Tithing is Not for Christians, Tithing Was Not Money But Food, Malachi 3:10 Food in Storehouse, Tithing for Levites Widows Orphans Travelers and Jewish Festivals, Tithing Part of Law of Moses, Christians Under Grace Not Law, Romans 6:14, Never Commanded to Tithe in Epistles, Encouraged to Give Freely From the Heart, Abraham Did Not Set Tithing Principle, Christians Live by Person Within, Hebrews 7 Not Commanding a Tithe, Jesus Greater Than Levites, Christians Don't Test God, Jews Tested God by Tithing Food, Churches Relying on Curse Galatians 3, Let Requests Be Made Known, Paul Robbed Other Churches, Paul Preached Gospel for Pay, First Fruits Old Covenant, Christ is Our First Fruit 1 Corinthians 15, Tithing Began Through Early Church Errors, Cyprian of Carthage's Error, Constantine Made Tithing Commonplace, Tithing is Not Obedience, Tithing is Not Worship, Tithing is Not Heart Posture

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]]> Topics: Giving, Tithing, Christians are Givers, Tithing is Not for Christians, Tithing Was Not Money But Food, Malachi 3:10 Food in Storehouse, Tithing for Levites Widows Orphans Travelers and Jewish Festivals, Tithing Part of Law of Moses, Christians Under Grace Not Law, Romans 6:14, Never Commanded to Tithe in Epistles, Encouraged to Give Freely From the Heart, Abraham Did Not Set Tithing Principle, Christians Live by Person Within, Hebrews 7 Not Commanding a Tithe, Jesus Greater Than Levites, Christians Don't Test God, Jews Tested God by Tithing Food, Churches Relying on Curse Galatians 3, Let Requests Be Made Known, Paul Robbed Other Churches, Paul Preached Gospel for Pay, First Fruits Old Covenant, Christ is Our First Fruit 1 Corinthians 15, Tithing Began Through Early Church Errors, Cyprian of Carthage's Error, Constantine Made Tithing Commonplace, Tithing is Not Obedience, Tithing is Not Worship, Tithing is Not Heart Posture

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17570532 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0500 5371 308 full false 10 Differences in the Old and New Covenants (7-20-25) 10 Differences in the Old and New Covenants (7-20-25) Topics: Understanding Old and New Covenants, Jesus' Accomplishments, Old Covenant for Jews Only, New Covenant for Believers Only, Jews Followed 613 Commandments, Christians Follow 2 New Commandments, Law Not for Morality, Holy Spirit for Morality, Old Covenant Between God and Israel, New Covenant Between Father and Son, Old Covenant Began by Animal Blood, New Covenant Began by Jesus' Blood, Ministry of Death and Condemnation, Ministry of Reconciliation, Old Covenant Ongoing Sanctification, New Covenant Final Sanctification, Old Covenant Annual Atonement, New Covenant Permanent Propitiation, Old Covenant Tithing, New Covenant Free Giving, God Far Off and Angry, God Permanently Inside Us, Covenants Cannot Be Mixed, Law is Obsolete Hebrews 8:13, New Covenant Better Promises Hebrews 8:6, Jesus Fulfilled the Law, Law Abolished After Cross, Jesus' Single Death Romans 6:23, Old Covenant Vs. New Covenant 

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]]> Topics: Understanding Old and New Covenants, Jesus' Accomplishments, Old Covenant for Jews Only, New Covenant for Believers Only, Jews Followed 613 Commandments, Christians Follow 2 New Commandments, Law Not for Morality, Holy Spirit for Morality, Old Covenant Between God and Israel, New Covenant Between Father and Son, Old Covenant Began by Animal Blood, New Covenant Began by Jesus' Blood, Ministry of Death and Condemnation, Ministry of Reconciliation, Old Covenant Ongoing Sanctification, New Covenant Final Sanctification, Old Covenant Annual Atonement, New Covenant Permanent Propitiation, Old Covenant Tithing, New Covenant Free Giving, God Far Off and Angry, God Permanently Inside Us, Covenants Cannot Be Mixed, Law is Obsolete Hebrews 8:13, New Covenant Better Promises Hebrews 8:6, Jesus Fulfilled the Law, Law Abolished After Cross, Jesus' Single Death Romans 6:23, Old Covenant Vs. New Covenant 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17533883 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0500 5685 307 full false When Did the New Covenant Begin? (7-13-25) When Did the New Covenant Begin? (7-13-25) Topics: When Did the New Covenant Begin, Reading Old Testament Contextually, Tithing Context, Malachi 3:10 Tithing for Levitical Priests, 2 Corinthians 9:7 Giving Freely, Levitical Priests and Sin Debt, Old Covenant Not for Christians, Romans 7:12 Law is Perfect, Hebrews 8:8 God Found Fault with People, New Covenant from Judah, Hebrews 7:22 Jesus a Better Covenant, Jesus from Tribe of Judah, Matthew 26:28 My Blood of the New Covenant, Hebrews 9:19 Blood for First Covenant, God Requires Blood, 1 Timothy 2:5 One Mediator Jesus, Hebrews 4:15 High Priest Who Empathizes, Hebrews 5:3 Even the Priests Sinned, 1 Peter 2:9 Royal Priesthood, Lord's Supper Remembrance, Hebrews 9:22 Blood Cleanses, Law Required Blood, Hebrews 10:1-4 Animal Blood Covered Sins, Poor Interpretation of Scripture, Ephesians 2:8-9 Grace Through Faith, John 3:16 and Jesus' Final Sacrifice, Matthew 27:51 Veil Torn, Hebrews 10:18-22 Access Through Blood, Psalm 103:12 Sins Banished, Hebrews 7:3 Jesus Not Bound by Time, John 8:58 Jesus Before Abraham, Hebrews 10:4-5 Impossible for Blood of Animals, Hebrews 10:9 Sets Aside First Covenant, John 1:29 Lamb of God, Hebrews 8:12 Sins Remembered No More, Religious Sins, Romans 3:11 Unbelief and Law, Hebrews 10:26-29 Unforgivable Sin Unbelief, John 13:34-35 New Commandment Love, 1 John 3:23 Believe and Love, 1 John 5:3 Jesus' Commandments Not Burdensome, Isaiah 53 Messiah Freedom, John 8:36 Son Sets You Free, Matthew 22:36 Greatest Commandment in Law, Deuteronomy 4:2 Every Commandment Important, Galatians 3:10 Cursed by Law, God's Love Poured Out, 2 Corinthians 5:17 New Creation, Romans 5:5 Holy Spirit Poured Out, Hebrews 12:2 Joy Set Before Jesus, Receive Benefits of Perfection

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]]> Topics: When Did the New Covenant Begin, Reading Old Testament Contextually, Tithing Context, Malachi 3:10 Tithing for Levitical Priests, 2 Corinthians 9:7 Giving Freely, Levitical Priests and Sin Debt, Old Covenant Not for Christians, Romans 7:12 Law is Perfect, Hebrews 8:8 God Found Fault with People, New Covenant from Judah, Hebrews 7:22 Jesus a Better Covenant, Jesus from Tribe of Judah, Matthew 26:28 My Blood of the New Covenant, Hebrews 9:19 Blood for First Covenant, God Requires Blood, 1 Timothy 2:5 One Mediator Jesus, Hebrews 4:15 High Priest Who Empathizes, Hebrews 5:3 Even the Priests Sinned, 1 Peter 2:9 Royal Priesthood, Lord's Supper Remembrance, Hebrews 9:22 Blood Cleanses, Law Required Blood, Hebrews 10:1-4 Animal Blood Covered Sins, Poor Interpretation of Scripture, Ephesians 2:8-9 Grace Through Faith, John 3:16 and Jesus' Final Sacrifice, Matthew 27:51 Veil Torn, Hebrews 10:18-22 Access Through Blood, Psalm 103:12 Sins Banished, Hebrews 7:3 Jesus Not Bound by Time, John 8:58 Jesus Before Abraham, Hebrews 10:4-5 Impossible for Blood of Animals, Hebrews 10:9 Sets Aside First Covenant, John 1:29 Lamb of God, Hebrews 8:12 Sins Remembered No More, Religious Sins, Romans 3:11 Unbelief and Law, Hebrews 10:26-29 Unforgivable Sin Unbelief, John 13:34-35 New Commandment Love, 1 John 3:23 Believe and Love, 1 John 5:3 Jesus' Commandments Not Burdensome, Isaiah 53 Messiah Freedom, John 8:36 Son Sets You Free, Matthew 22:36 Greatest Commandment in Law, Deuteronomy 4:2 Every Commandment Important, Galatians 3:10 Cursed by Law, God's Love Poured Out, 2 Corinthians 5:17 New Creation, Romans 5:5 Holy Spirit Poured Out, Hebrews 12:2 Joy Set Before Jesus, Receive Benefits of Perfection

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17496852 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2045 306 full false Top 5 Lies About Losing Fellowship with God (7-6-25) Top 5 Lies About Losing Fellowship with God (7-6-25) Topics: Losing Fellowship, Confess Sins for Fellowship, 1 John 1:9 Fellowship Debate, One-Time Confession of Faith, Faith Not Words, Invitation for Sin Deniers, Gnostics and Jesus' Flesh, Testing the Spirits, Admitting You Have Sin, 1 Corinthians 6:17 One Spirit with God, John Uses "We" in 1 John, John's Fellowship with God, If You Sin Really Big, No Small Sins to God, Weightier Matters of the Law, Romans 14 Anything Not of Faith is Sin, Wages of Sin is Death, Romans 6:23 and the Gift of God, Romans 6:10 Died to Sin Once, Hebrews 9:26 Sins Put Away by One Sacrifice, Confessing Sins for Forgiveness, Backsliding and Fellowship, God Slid Down to Us, Hebrews 2 Lower Than Angels, John 3:16 God Loved the World, Romans 5 Powerless, Nobody Can Snatch You Out of His Hand, Old Testament Backsliding, Hebrews 9 New Covenant Beneficiaries, Blood Ratified Covenant, Secure in Christ, Religious Effort for Fellowship, Pharisees and Lawlessness, Matthew 5:48 Perfection Required, Matthew 7 Depart From Me, John 10:14 Jesus Knows His Sheep, Colossians 3:3 Hidden in Christ, Romans 8:38-39 Nothing Separates Us from God's Love

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]]> Topics: Losing Fellowship, Confess Sins for Fellowship, 1 John 1:9 Fellowship Debate, One-Time Confession of Faith, Faith Not Words, Invitation for Sin Deniers, Gnostics and Jesus' Flesh, Testing the Spirits, Admitting You Have Sin, 1 Corinthians 6:17 One Spirit with God, John Uses "We" in 1 John, John's Fellowship with God, If You Sin Really Big, No Small Sins to God, Weightier Matters of the Law, Romans 14 Anything Not of Faith is Sin, Wages of Sin is Death, Romans 6:23 and the Gift of God, Romans 6:10 Died to Sin Once, Hebrews 9:26 Sins Put Away by One Sacrifice, Confessing Sins for Forgiveness, Backsliding and Fellowship, God Slid Down to Us, Hebrews 2 Lower Than Angels, John 3:16 God Loved the World, Romans 5 Powerless, Nobody Can Snatch You Out of His Hand, Old Testament Backsliding, Hebrews 9 New Covenant Beneficiaries, Blood Ratified Covenant, Secure in Christ, Religious Effort for Fellowship, Pharisees and Lawlessness, Matthew 5:48 Perfection Required, Matthew 7 Depart From Me, John 10:14 Jesus Knows His Sheep, Colossians 3:3 Hidden in Christ, Romans 8:38-39 Nothing Separates Us from God's Love

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17456206 Sun, 06 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0500 3197 305 full false The Danger of Mixing the Old and New Covenants (6-29-25) The Danger of Mixing the Old and New Covenants (6-29-25) Topics: Understanding Old and New Covenants, Mixing Old and New Covenants, Old Covenant, New Covenant, The Danger of Mixing Covenants, Overcoming Legalism, Buffet Line Commandments, Random Bible Application, Carnage from Not Separating Covenants, Jesus Taught the Law's Standard, Matthew 5:17 Law's Purpose, 2 Corinthians 3:6 Letter Kills, Jesus Explained Paradoxes, Impossible Behavior Passages, Matthew 5 & 6 Strict Law, John 1:12 Believing in Jesus Only, John 8:32 Freedom in Truth, Context in the Bible, The Cross as the Dividing Line, Hebrews 7:22 Blood for New Covenant, Colossians 1:26-27 World Saved by Faith, Ephesians 2:12 Gentiles Without Hope, Jesus' Ministry for Jews Only, Exodus 24:8 Covenant with Israel, Galatians 4:4-5 Christ Born Under Law, Galatians 3:28 One in Christ, Hebrews 8:6, Matthew 15:21-28 Canaanite Woman, Lost Sheep of Israel, Unbelief and Self-Righteousness, Galatians 4:4 Christ Redeemed Under Law, John 1:17 Law vs. Grace, Mark 2:22 New Wine New Wineskins, Romans 7:12 Law is Perfect, Galatians 3:24 Law as a Tutor, John 14:6 Jesus The Way, Bursting Wineskins, Old Does Not Mean Correct, Matthew 23:9 Call No Man Father, Revelation 2:4, Early Church Divisions, Romans 3:19 Law Silences, Deuteronomy 6:25 Obeying for Righteousness, Psalm 1:2 Meditate on Law, Joshua 1:8 Prosperity by Obedient Behavior, Matthew 11:28-30 Rest in Christ, Matthew 19:24 Rich Man and Heaven, Matthew 21:12 Jesus Flips Tables, Matthew 23:27-28 Repentance of Unbelief, Philippians 3:1-9 Christ Our Everything, Luke 10:38-42 Martha and Mary, Luke 15:15-32 Parable of Prodigal Son, Matthew 20:1-16 Parable of Talents, Matthew 25:14-30 Parable of Vineyard Workers, Matthew 5:48 Be Perfect Like God, Deuteronomy 4:2 Keep All Commandments, Galatians 3:10 Cursed by Law, Matthew 23:23 Tithing Rebuked, 2 Corinthians 9:7 Give Freely, Ephesians 1:3 Blessed in Christ, Guilt and Condemnation, 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 Ministry of Death, Galatians 2:19 Dead to Law, Romans 7:4 Released from Law, John 13:34-35 Jesus' Two Commandments, 1 John 3:23 Believe and Love, Matthew 22:36-40 Greatest Commandment in Law, 1 John 5:3 Jesus' Commandments Not Burdensome, Deuteronomy 4:2 Moses' Commandments Burdensome, John 3:16 God's Love, Romans 5:8 Christ Died for Us, Abrahamic Covenant, Receive by Faith, New Perfect Spirit

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]]> Topics: Understanding Old and New Covenants, Mixing Old and New Covenants, Old Covenant, New Covenant, The Danger of Mixing Covenants, Overcoming Legalism, Buffet Line Commandments, Random Bible Application, Carnage from Not Separating Covenants, Jesus Taught the Law's Standard, Matthew 5:17 Law's Purpose, 2 Corinthians 3:6 Letter Kills, Jesus Explained Paradoxes, Impossible Behavior Passages, Matthew 5 & 6 Strict Law, John 1:12 Believing in Jesus Only, John 8:32 Freedom in Truth, Context in the Bible, The Cross as the Dividing Line, Hebrews 7:22 Blood for New Covenant, Colossians 1:26-27 World Saved by Faith, Ephesians 2:12 Gentiles Without Hope, Jesus' Ministry for Jews Only, Exodus 24:8 Covenant with Israel, Galatians 4:4-5 Christ Born Under Law, Galatians 3:28 One in Christ, Hebrews 8:6, Matthew 15:21-28 Canaanite Woman, Lost Sheep of Israel, Unbelief and Self-Righteousness, Galatians 4:4 Christ Redeemed Under Law, John 1:17 Law vs. Grace, Mark 2:22 New Wine New Wineskins, Romans 7:12 Law is Perfect, Galatians 3:24 Law as a Tutor, John 14:6 Jesus The Way, Bursting Wineskins, Old Does Not Mean Correct, Matthew 23:9 Call No Man Father, Revelation 2:4, Early Church Divisions, Romans 3:19 Law Silences, Deuteronomy 6:25 Obeying for Righteousness, Psalm 1:2 Meditate on Law, Joshua 1:8 Prosperity by Obedient Behavior, Matthew 11:28-30 Rest in Christ, Matthew 19:24 Rich Man and Heaven, Matthew 21:12 Jesus Flips Tables, Matthew 23:27-28 Repentance of Unbelief, Philippians 3:1-9 Christ Our Everything, Luke 10:38-42 Martha and Mary, Luke 15:15-32 Parable of Prodigal Son, Matthew 20:1-16 Parable of Talents, Matthew 25:14-30 Parable of Vineyard Workers, Matthew 5:48 Be Perfect Like God, Deuteronomy 4:2 Keep All Commandments, Galatians 3:10 Cursed by Law, Matthew 23:23 Tithing Rebuked, 2 Corinthians 9:7 Give Freely, Ephesians 1:3 Blessed in Christ, Guilt and Condemnation, 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 Ministry of Death, Galatians 2:19 Dead to Law, Romans 7:4 Released from Law, John 13:34-35 Jesus' Two Commandments, 1 John 3:23 Believe and Love, Matthew 22:36-40 Greatest Commandment in Law, 1 John 5:3 Jesus' Commandments Not Burdensome, Deuteronomy 4:2 Moses' Commandments Burdensome, John 3:16 God's Love, Romans 5:8 Christ Died for Us, Abrahamic Covenant, Receive by Faith, New Perfect Spirit

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17418056 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0500 2655 304 full false Can Christians Do Whatever We Want? (6-22-25) Can Christians Do Whatever We Want? (6-22-25) Topics: Christian Freedom Explained, Do We Want to Sin?, Sin-Focused Teaching vs. Christ-Focused, Train in Righteousness, Attacked for Preaching Grace, Satan's Accusation, What Christians Really Want, 10 Social Media Comments, Can Christians Do Whatever We Want, 1 John 3:9 Practice of an Unbeliever, Galatians 2:20 Crucified with Christ, Romans 6 New Creation, 1 Corinthians 6:11 Washed Justified Sanctified, 1 John 3:7 Practice of Righteousness, Jude and Encouraging Sin, Galatians 5:1 Freedom from Law, Metanoeo vs. Metanoia Repentance, Hebrews 7:25 Christ Keeps Salvation, 2 Peter 1:4 Divine Nature, No Asking for Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22 Blood Forgiveness, John 19:30 It Is Finished, 1 John 1:9 Confession of Faith, Insulting Grace, Romans 11:6 Grace is Free, Colossians 2:6 Walk in Him, Romans 5:20 Grace Increases, Titus 2:11 Grace Teaches, John 1:17 Grace and Truth, John 1:16 Grace Upon Grace, No License to Sin, Romans 6 Continue in Sin, Obedience of Faith, Galatians 3:12 Law Not of Faith, Deny Self Carry Cross, 1 Corinthians 15 Face Death Daily, Desires of The Flesh, Jesus' Will vs. Your Will, 2 Corinthians 3:17 Freedom in Spirit, Galatians 5:13 Called to Freedom

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]]> Topics: Christian Freedom Explained, Do We Want to Sin?, Sin-Focused Teaching vs. Christ-Focused, Train in Righteousness, Attacked for Preaching Grace, Satan's Accusation, What Christians Really Want, 10 Social Media Comments, Can Christians Do Whatever We Want, 1 John 3:9 Practice of an Unbeliever, Galatians 2:20 Crucified with Christ, Romans 6 New Creation, 1 Corinthians 6:11 Washed Justified Sanctified, 1 John 3:7 Practice of Righteousness, Jude and Encouraging Sin, Galatians 5:1 Freedom from Law, Metanoeo vs. Metanoia Repentance, Hebrews 7:25 Christ Keeps Salvation, 2 Peter 1:4 Divine Nature, No Asking for Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22 Blood Forgiveness, John 19:30 It Is Finished, 1 John 1:9 Confession of Faith, Insulting Grace, Romans 11:6 Grace is Free, Colossians 2:6 Walk in Him, Romans 5:20 Grace Increases, Titus 2:11 Grace Teaches, John 1:17 Grace and Truth, John 1:16 Grace Upon Grace, No License to Sin, Romans 6 Continue in Sin, Obedience of Faith, Galatians 3:12 Law Not of Faith, Deny Self Carry Cross, 1 Corinthians 15 Face Death Daily, Desires of The Flesh, Jesus' Will vs. Your Will, 2 Corinthians 3:17 Freedom in Spirit, Galatians 5:13 Called to Freedom

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17376890 Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0500 5032 303 full false Is a Christian's Heart Deceitful and Wicked? (6-15-25) Is a Christian's Heart Deceitful and Wicked? (6-15-25) Topics: Jeremiah 17:9 Explained, Deceitful Heart, Wicked Heart, Questions About Christian Heart, The Word Heart in the Bible, Meaning of Heart in Scripture, Belief and the Heart, All That You Are, Christian Heart Not Deceitful, Proof-Texting Errors, Context of Jeremiah 17:9, Old Testament Prophets, Jeremiah's Letter to Jews, New Covenant Prophecy, Jeremiah 24:7 New Heart, Ezekiel 36:26 New Spirit, Heart of Stone to Heart of Flesh, Instant New Creation, Romans 6 Obedience, Guarding Your Heart, Proverbs 4:23 Context, Philippians 4:7 Guarded Heart, Clean Heart Forever, Psalm 51:10 Explained, Feelings and the Heart, Holy Spirit Guidance, Following Your Heart as a Believer, Giving From the Heart

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]]> Topics: Jeremiah 17:9 Explained, Deceitful Heart, Wicked Heart, Questions About Christian Heart, The Word Heart in the Bible, Meaning of Heart in Scripture, Belief and the Heart, All That You Are, Christian Heart Not Deceitful, Proof-Texting Errors, Context of Jeremiah 17:9, Old Testament Prophets, Jeremiah's Letter to Jews, New Covenant Prophecy, Jeremiah 24:7 New Heart, Ezekiel 36:26 New Spirit, Heart of Stone to Heart of Flesh, Instant New Creation, Romans 6 Obedience, Guarding Your Heart, Proverbs 4:23 Context, Philippians 4:7 Guarded Heart, Clean Heart Forever, Psalm 51:10 Explained, Feelings and the Heart, Holy Spirit Guidance, Following Your Heart as a Believer, Giving From the Heart

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17340310 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4354 302 full false Do Christians Have a Sinful Nature? (6-8-25) Do Christians Have a Sinful Nature? (6-8-25) Sinful Nature, "Sinful Nature" Not in Bible, NIV Translation Error, Adam and Eve Sinned Without Sinful Nature, No Sinful Nature to be Able to Sin, Romans 14:23 Not of Faith, Knowledge of Good and Evil, "The Flesh" Sarx, "Your Flesh" Soma, Old Coping Mechanisms, Galatians 5 Crucified the Flesh, 2 Peter 1:4 God's Divine Nature, Holiness is Natural, NIV Changed Sinful Nature Back to The Flesh, Why Do I Still Sin?, 2 Timothy 3:16 Train in Righteousness, Romans 3:10 Law Observance, Philippians 3:9 Righteousness by Faith, 1 John 3:7 Practice of Righteousness, Our Flesh Not Corrupt, 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Blameless Body, 1 Corinthians 6:19 Temple of Holy Spirit, 1 Corinthians 9:27 Discipline My Body, Galatians 5 Indulge in the Flesh, Romans 13:13 No Provision for the Flesh, No Sinful Habits Strengthen Nature, Titus 2:11-12 Grace Teaches, No Lusts in Your Flesh, One Self Not Two, Good Dog Bad Dog Within

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]]> Sinful Nature, "Sinful Nature" Not in Bible, NIV Translation Error, Adam and Eve Sinned Without Sinful Nature, No Sinful Nature to be Able to Sin, Romans 14:23 Not of Faith, Knowledge of Good and Evil, "The Flesh" Sarx, "Your Flesh" Soma, Old Coping Mechanisms, Galatians 5 Crucified the Flesh, 2 Peter 1:4 God's Divine Nature, Holiness is Natural, NIV Changed Sinful Nature Back to The Flesh, Why Do I Still Sin?, 2 Timothy 3:16 Train in Righteousness, Romans 3:10 Law Observance, Philippians 3:9 Righteousness by Faith, 1 John 3:7 Practice of Righteousness, Our Flesh Not Corrupt, 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Blameless Body, 1 Corinthians 6:19 Temple of Holy Spirit, 1 Corinthians 9:27 Discipline My Body, Galatians 5 Indulge in the Flesh, Romans 13:13 No Provision for the Flesh, No Sinful Habits Strengthen Nature, Titus 2:11-12 Grace Teaches, No Lusts in Your Flesh, One Self Not Two, Good Dog Bad Dog Within

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17300621 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4475 301 full false What's the Real Greatest Commandment? (6-1-25) What's the Real Greatest Commandment? (6-1-25) Topics: The Real Greatest Commandment Explained, Context of Jesus' Greatest Commandment, Understanding Matthew 22:36-39, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant Commandments, Why "Love God and Neighbor" Isn't the Christian's Greatest Commandment, The Impossibility of Perfectly Keeping the Law, Jesus' Audience: Legalists, Not Christians, The True Greatest Commandment for Believers, The Incorruptible Love of Reborn Christians, Ephesians 6:24 and Christian Love, 1 John 3:9 & 4:20 on Our Natural Love, Galatians 5:22-23 and the Fruit of the Spirit, The Significance of "In the Law" for Commandments, Romans 6:14 and Our Freedom from Law, Galatians 3:12 & 23-25, The Law Being Obsolete, 2 Corinthians 3:6: The Ministry of the Spirit vs. the Law, Hebrews 8:6 & 13: The Better New Covenant, The Law's Purpose: To Show Need for Jesus, Galatians 3:10 and the Curse of Not Obeying All Law, Failing One Commandment Means Failing All, Hebrews 9:22 & 10:3-4, Animal Blood's Insufficiency, Hebrews 6:1 & 7:25, Repentance from Dead Works to Christ's Life, John 14:6 & 1 John 5:11-13, Life Through Jesus, Matthew 7:13-14, The Narrow Gate of Grace, John 10:9: Jesus as the Gate to Salvation, The New Commandment: Love as Jesus Loved (John 13:34), Deuteronomy 4:2: No Adding to or Subtracting from Law, John 19:30: Jesus Completing the Law, Allowing Christ's Spirit to Live Through Us, The Branch Life, Dependence on the Vine 

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]]> Topics: The Real Greatest Commandment Explained, Context of Jesus' Greatest Commandment, Understanding Matthew 22:36-39, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant Commandments, Why "Love God and Neighbor" Isn't the Christian's Greatest Commandment, The Impossibility of Perfectly Keeping the Law, Jesus' Audience: Legalists, Not Christians, The True Greatest Commandment for Believers, The Incorruptible Love of Reborn Christians, Ephesians 6:24 and Christian Love, 1 John 3:9 & 4:20 on Our Natural Love, Galatians 5:22-23 and the Fruit of the Spirit, The Significance of "In the Law" for Commandments, Romans 6:14 and Our Freedom from Law, Galatians 3:12 & 23-25, The Law Being Obsolete, 2 Corinthians 3:6: The Ministry of the Spirit vs. the Law, Hebrews 8:6 & 13: The Better New Covenant, The Law's Purpose: To Show Need for Jesus, Galatians 3:10 and the Curse of Not Obeying All Law, Failing One Commandment Means Failing All, Hebrews 9:22 & 10:3-4, Animal Blood's Insufficiency, Hebrews 6:1 & 7:25, Repentance from Dead Works to Christ's Life, John 14:6 & 1 John 5:11-13, Life Through Jesus, Matthew 7:13-14, The Narrow Gate of Grace, John 10:9: Jesus as the Gate to Salvation, The New Commandment: Love as Jesus Loved (John 13:34), Deuteronomy 4:2: No Adding to or Subtracting from Law, John 19:30: Jesus Completing the Law, Allowing Christ's Spirit to Live Through Us, The Branch Life, Dependence on the Vine 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17261475 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0500 1761 300 full false 5 Reasons Christians Can't Get Closer to God (5-25-25) 5 Reasons Christians Can't Get Closer to God (5-25-25) Topics: Closer to God, Misconception of Earning God's Closeness, Understanding the New Covenant Closeness with God, Why Church Attendance Doesn't Equal Closeness to God, The Role of the Cross in Our Closeness to God, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant Closeness to God, Animal Blood vs. Jesus' Blood for Drawing Near to God, Hebrews on Drawing Near to God, Why Reading the Bible Doesn't Automatically Make You Closer to God, Understanding Bible Context for True Closeness, Jesus' Rebuke of Scripture Misuse for Closeness, The Obsolete Nature of the Old Covenant, The New Covenant Based on God's Promise to God, Why Sinning Less Doesn't Achieve Closeness to God, The Finality of Jesus' Sacrifice for Forgiveness, God Doesn't Leave You Based on Your Physical Location, Why Following the Law Doesn't Bring You Closer to God, Prayer and Fasting, The Old Covenant's Trade-Off System with God, The Obedience of Faith vs. Behavioral Holiness, Understanding Holiness in the New Covenant, You Are the Church, Your Identity as One Spirit with the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:17), The Permanence of Your Closeness to God Through Jesus, Hebrews 10:25 and the True Meaning of Assembly, The Significance of Hebrews 7-10 on Christ's Accomplishments, Colossians 3:3 and Being Hidden in Christ, The Truth About God's Dwelling Place Within You (1 John 4:13), The Difference Between Grieving God and Him Leaving You, The Meaning of Being Holy as God is Holy (1 Peter 1:16, Hebrews 12:14)

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]]> Topics: Closer to God, Misconception of Earning God's Closeness, Understanding the New Covenant Closeness with God, Why Church Attendance Doesn't Equal Closeness to God, The Role of the Cross in Our Closeness to God, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant Closeness to God, Animal Blood vs. Jesus' Blood for Drawing Near to God, Hebrews on Drawing Near to God, Why Reading the Bible Doesn't Automatically Make You Closer to God, Understanding Bible Context for True Closeness, Jesus' Rebuke of Scripture Misuse for Closeness, The Obsolete Nature of the Old Covenant, The New Covenant Based on God's Promise to God, Why Sinning Less Doesn't Achieve Closeness to God, The Finality of Jesus' Sacrifice for Forgiveness, God Doesn't Leave You Based on Your Physical Location, Why Following the Law Doesn't Bring You Closer to God, Prayer and Fasting, The Old Covenant's Trade-Off System with God, The Obedience of Faith vs. Behavioral Holiness, Understanding Holiness in the New Covenant, You Are the Church, Your Identity as One Spirit with the Lord (1 Corinthians 6:17), The Permanence of Your Closeness to God Through Jesus, Hebrews 10:25 and the True Meaning of Assembly, The Significance of Hebrews 7-10 on Christ's Accomplishments, Colossians 3:3 and Being Hidden in Christ, The Truth About God's Dwelling Place Within You (1 John 4:13), The Difference Between Grieving God and Him Leaving You, The Meaning of Being Holy as God is Holy (1 Peter 1:16, Hebrews 12:14)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17223241 Sun, 25 May 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4838 299 full false 10 Lies About Addicted Christians (5-18-25) 10 Lies About Addicted Christians (5-18-25) Topics: Addicted Christian, Faith & Addiction Struggle, Praying Addiction Away, "No Drunkards" in Heaven? (1 Cor 6:9-11), Deny Yourself to Beat Addiction?, Jesus Denied Himself, “I Die Daily” (1 Corinthians 15:31), Crucify Flesh for Freedom? (Galatians 5), Truth About "The Flesh" (Galatians 5), The Flesh vs. Your Flesh, Surrender to God for Healing, Romans 2:4, God's Goodness Brings Change, Addiction Are Not Demons, Demons & Believers: Truth (1 John 5:18), My Addiction Too Big for God, Christ's Work is Greater, Christians Are Forgiven and Righteous, Grace Teaches Self-Control (Titus 2:11-12), Prayer is Trust Not Magic, Your Identity in Christ, You're a New Creation, Freedom from Addiction Now, Resting in Grace for Recovery, God's Forgiveness & Addiction, Hope and Healing for Addicted Christians

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]]> Topics: Addicted Christian, Faith & Addiction Struggle, Praying Addiction Away, "No Drunkards" in Heaven? (1 Cor 6:9-11), Deny Yourself to Beat Addiction?, Jesus Denied Himself, “I Die Daily” (1 Corinthians 15:31), Crucify Flesh for Freedom? (Galatians 5), Truth About "The Flesh" (Galatians 5), The Flesh vs. Your Flesh, Surrender to God for Healing, Romans 2:4, God's Goodness Brings Change, Addiction Are Not Demons, Demons & Believers: Truth (1 John 5:18), My Addiction Too Big for God, Christ's Work is Greater, Christians Are Forgiven and Righteous, Grace Teaches Self-Control (Titus 2:11-12), Prayer is Trust Not Magic, Your Identity in Christ, You're a New Creation, Freedom from Addiction Now, Resting in Grace for Recovery, God's Forgiveness & Addiction, Hope and Healing for Addicted Christians

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17183475 Sun, 18 May 2025 13:00:00 -0500 5241 298 full false Top 10 Questions About Repent and Be Baptized (Acts 2:38) (5-11-25) Top 10 Questions About Repent and Be Baptized (Acts 2:38) (5-11-25) Topics: Acts 2:38 Explained, Repent and Be Baptized Meaning, Salvation Through Believing, Is Water Baptism Required?, Understanding Acts 2:38, What is Repentance?, The Role of Baptism, Plan of Salvation by Grace, Baptism for Forgiveness of Sins, Do I Need to Be Water Baptized?, Repentance and New Creation Identity, Water Baptism Significance, Baptism of Romans 6:3-11, Receiving the Holy Spirit, Explanation of Salvation (Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4), What Does Repent Mean in Acts 2:38?, Is Water Baptism Essential for Salvation?, Salvation Through Faith in Jesus, Examining Peter's Words (Acts 2), The Meaning of Water Baptism Today, Repentance vs. Stopping Sinning, Baptism as a Sign and Symbol of New Belief, Understanding God's Saving Grace, Acts 2 for Jewish Audience Only, The Truth About Baptism of Holy Spirit, What is True Repentance of Unbelief?, Is Water Baptism a Command?, How Are We Saved by Grace Through Faith?, Context of Peter's Sermon to Jews in Acts 2, Analyzing Speaking In Tongues, Acts 19, Disciples from Synagogue in Ephesus

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]]> Topics: Acts 2:38 Explained, Repent and Be Baptized Meaning, Salvation Through Believing, Is Water Baptism Required?, Understanding Acts 2:38, What is Repentance?, The Role of Baptism, Plan of Salvation by Grace, Baptism for Forgiveness of Sins, Do I Need to Be Water Baptized?, Repentance and New Creation Identity, Water Baptism Significance, Baptism of Romans 6:3-11, Receiving the Holy Spirit, Explanation of Salvation (Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4), What Does Repent Mean in Acts 2:38?, Is Water Baptism Essential for Salvation?, Salvation Through Faith in Jesus, Examining Peter's Words (Acts 2), The Meaning of Water Baptism Today, Repentance vs. Stopping Sinning, Baptism as a Sign and Symbol of New Belief, Understanding God's Saving Grace, Acts 2 for Jewish Audience Only, The Truth About Baptism of Holy Spirit, What is True Repentance of Unbelief?, Is Water Baptism a Command?, How Are We Saved by Grace Through Faith?, Context of Peter's Sermon to Jews in Acts 2, Analyzing Speaking In Tongues, Acts 19, Disciples from Synagogue in Ephesus

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17139162 Sun, 11 May 2025 12:00:00 -0500 4264 297 full false How to Fulfill the Great Commission (5-4-25) How to Fulfill the Great Commission (5-4-25) Topics: The Great Commission, Matthew 28:18-20, Pressure to Fulfill the Great Commission, Christ's Vine and Branch Relationship (John 15:5), Fruit Production Without Pressure (Galatians 5:22-23), Shaking Pressure-Filled Evangelism Teaching, Great Commission Contorted by Anti-Cross Theology, Mixing Old and New Covenants, Not Viewing Bible Through Finished Work of Jesus, Anxiety from Improper Great Commission Delivery, Saints Set Apart by God's Spirit (Hebrews 2:11), Holy Ones Sanctified From the World (Hebrews 10:10), Opening Eyes From Darkness to Light (Acts 26:18), Turning From Satan's Power to God (Acts 26:18), Receiving Forgiveness Through Faith in Jesus (Acts 26:18), A Place Among Those Sanctified by Faith (Acts 26:18), Set Apart From Sin and Death, Not Sinners Saved by Grace, Saints Crucified With Christ, Believers Always Addressed as Saints, Saints Who Forget Their Holy Identity, Sinning Not Our God-Given Identity, God's Permanent Home in Brand New Creations, Paul Describing His Past Life as Unbeliever (1 Timothy 1), Telling the Truth About God's Work in Saints, Great Commission as Expression of Saints, Organic Ambition of the Body of Believers, Fulfilling Command by Allowing God to Live Through Us, Confusing Jesus' Directives With Moses' Commandments, Jesus' Two New Covenant Commands: Believe and Love (1 John 3:23), Moses' Law Ended at the Cross for Believers (Romans 10:4), Law Exposing Unbeliever's Need for Grace (Romans 5:20), Discerning New Covenant Commands for Believers, All Authority in Heaven and Earth Given to Jesus (Matthew 28:18), Go Make Disciples of All Nations (Matthew 28:19), Teaching Them to Observe Jesus' Commands, Jesus' Promise to Be With Them Always (Matthew 28:20)

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]]> Topics: The Great Commission, Matthew 28:18-20, Pressure to Fulfill the Great Commission, Christ's Vine and Branch Relationship (John 15:5), Fruit Production Without Pressure (Galatians 5:22-23), Shaking Pressure-Filled Evangelism Teaching, Great Commission Contorted by Anti-Cross Theology, Mixing Old and New Covenants, Not Viewing Bible Through Finished Work of Jesus, Anxiety from Improper Great Commission Delivery, Saints Set Apart by God's Spirit (Hebrews 2:11), Holy Ones Sanctified From the World (Hebrews 10:10), Opening Eyes From Darkness to Light (Acts 26:18), Turning From Satan's Power to God (Acts 26:18), Receiving Forgiveness Through Faith in Jesus (Acts 26:18), A Place Among Those Sanctified by Faith (Acts 26:18), Set Apart From Sin and Death, Not Sinners Saved by Grace, Saints Crucified With Christ, Believers Always Addressed as Saints, Saints Who Forget Their Holy Identity, Sinning Not Our God-Given Identity, God's Permanent Home in Brand New Creations, Paul Describing His Past Life as Unbeliever (1 Timothy 1), Telling the Truth About God's Work in Saints, Great Commission as Expression of Saints, Organic Ambition of the Body of Believers, Fulfilling Command by Allowing God to Live Through Us, Confusing Jesus' Directives With Moses' Commandments, Jesus' Two New Covenant Commands: Believe and Love (1 John 3:23), Moses' Law Ended at the Cross for Believers (Romans 10:4), Law Exposing Unbeliever's Need for Grace (Romans 5:20), Discerning New Covenant Commands for Believers, All Authority in Heaven and Earth Given to Jesus (Matthew 28:18), Go Make Disciples of All Nations (Matthew 28:19), Teaching Them to Observe Jesus' Commands, Jesus' Promise to Be With Them Always (Matthew 28:20)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17095717 Sun, 04 May 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1870 296 full false How Do I know if I'm Really Saved? (4-27-25) How Do I know if I'm Really Saved? (4-27-25) Topics: Concerns About Salvation, Trusting Jesus, Conviction of Belief in Christ, Holy Person Identity (Colossians 3:12), Lies About Holy Desires, Needing to Repent of Sins, Baptism for Salvation, Doubts About Salvation, Still Sinning and God Leaving, Dying Without Repenting of All Sins, Not Feeling Saved, Definition Of Salvation, Jesus As Savior (John 3:17), Salvation Through Belief (John 3:18), Born "In Adam" (1 Corinthians 15:22), Getting "In Christ" Through Belief, New Creation In Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17), Power Of Sin Entering The World, Hamartia as the Force Of Sin, Adam was Created Good, Temptation and Sin Entering (Genesis 3), Recreated In Christ, Legalistic Knowledge of Right And Wrong, Sin Removing Life (Romans 5:12), God's Grace Through Jesus (Romans 5:15), Gift of Eternal Life, Jesus Becoming Sin (2 Corinthians 5:21), Saved By Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), Baptized Into Christ (Romans 6), Security From Sin's Penalty 

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]]> Topics: Concerns About Salvation, Trusting Jesus, Conviction of Belief in Christ, Holy Person Identity (Colossians 3:12), Lies About Holy Desires, Needing to Repent of Sins, Baptism for Salvation, Doubts About Salvation, Still Sinning and God Leaving, Dying Without Repenting of All Sins, Not Feeling Saved, Definition Of Salvation, Jesus As Savior (John 3:17), Salvation Through Belief (John 3:18), Born "In Adam" (1 Corinthians 15:22), Getting "In Christ" Through Belief, New Creation In Christ (2 Corinthians 5:17), Power Of Sin Entering The World, Hamartia as the Force Of Sin, Adam was Created Good, Temptation and Sin Entering (Genesis 3), Recreated In Christ, Legalistic Knowledge of Right And Wrong, Sin Removing Life (Romans 5:12), God's Grace Through Jesus (Romans 5:15), Gift of Eternal Life, Jesus Becoming Sin (2 Corinthians 5:21), Saved By Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), Baptized Into Christ (Romans 6), Security From Sin's Penalty 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17051366 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3477 295 full false Top 5 Most Confusing Parables of Jesus (4-20-25) Top 5 Most Confusing Parables of Jesus (4-20-25) Topics: Parables, The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32), Grace in The Prodigal Son, The Older Brother in Luke 15:25–30, The Father’s Heart in Luke 15, The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30–37), Jesus as The Samaritan, Law and Grace (Luke 10:27–28), Religion Fails (Luke 10:31–32), The Sower in Matthew 13:3–9, The Seed and Soil (Matthew 13:19–23), Hardened Hearts in Matthew 13:15, Spiritual Hearing in Matthew 13:9, The Lost Sheep (Luke 15:4–7), Israel as The Lost Sheep in Matthew 10:6, The Ninety-Nine (Luke 15:7), Joy in Heaven (Luke 15:7), The Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1–13, Oil and the Spirit (Matthew 25:4), Shut Door in Matthew 25:10–12, Judgment (Matthew 25:13), Parables to Israel in Matthew 13:11, The Word as Logon, Unfruitful Soil (Matthew 13:22), Jesus’ Audience in Luke 15:1–2, Pharisees and Scribes in Luke 15, The Law Exposed, Virgins Not in Matthew 25, Gospel Clarity

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]]> Topics: Parables, The Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11–32), Grace in The Prodigal Son, The Older Brother in Luke 15:25–30, The Father’s Heart in Luke 15, The Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30–37), Jesus as The Samaritan, Law and Grace (Luke 10:27–28), Religion Fails (Luke 10:31–32), The Sower in Matthew 13:3–9, The Seed and Soil (Matthew 13:19–23), Hardened Hearts in Matthew 13:15, Spiritual Hearing in Matthew 13:9, The Lost Sheep (Luke 15:4–7), Israel as The Lost Sheep in Matthew 10:6, The Ninety-Nine (Luke 15:7), Joy in Heaven (Luke 15:7), The Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1–13, Oil and the Spirit (Matthew 25:4), Shut Door in Matthew 25:10–12, Judgment (Matthew 25:13), Parables to Israel in Matthew 13:11, The Word as Logon, Unfruitful Soil (Matthew 13:22), Jesus’ Audience in Luke 15:1–2, Pharisees and Scribes in Luke 15, The Law Exposed, Virgins Not in Matthew 25, Gospel Clarity

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-17009545 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3191 294 full false Is Christian Universalism True? (4-13-25) Is Christian Universalism True? (4-13-25) Topics: Universalism, Inclusionism, Choosing to Believe, The Role of Evangelism, Warnings About Hell, Misuse of 1 John 2:2, Reconciliation and 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, Revelation 3:20 and Free Will, Salvation by Grace Through Faith – Ephesians 2:8-9, John 3:16 and Belief, The Ministry of Reconciliation, Romans 1 and God's Revelation Through Creation, The Danger of Out-of-Context Verses, Hebrews 3:15 and Hardened Hearts, Acts 26:17-18 and Evangelistic Calling, The Need for Personal Faith, John 14:9 and Jesus as God, God Is Love – 1 John 4:8, The Fate of Those Who Haven’t Heard, God’s Witness in Creation – Romans 1:20, Ecclesiastes 3:11 and Eternity in the Heart, The Law Versus Faith – Romans 10:4, Abraham’s Credited Righteousness – Romans 4:3, Rahab’s Faith – Hebrews 11:31, God’s Forbearance – Romans 3:25, Jesus’ Retroactive Blood, No Distinction Between Jew and Gentile – Romans 3:22, Destruction Versus Eternal Hell – Matthew 25:41, Seated in Heaven – Ephesians 2:6, Children and the Kingdom – Matthew 19:14, David and His Baby – 2 Samuel 12:23, The Identity of Christ – John 1:1 and Revelation 22:13, Believing by Witness of Creation, The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel

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]]> Topics: Universalism, Inclusionism, Choosing to Believe, The Role of Evangelism, Warnings About Hell, Misuse of 1 John 2:2, Reconciliation and 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, Revelation 3:20 and Free Will, Salvation by Grace Through Faith – Ephesians 2:8-9, John 3:16 and Belief, The Ministry of Reconciliation, Romans 1 and God's Revelation Through Creation, The Danger of Out-of-Context Verses, Hebrews 3:15 and Hardened Hearts, Acts 26:17-18 and Evangelistic Calling, The Need for Personal Faith, John 14:9 and Jesus as God, God Is Love – 1 John 4:8, The Fate of Those Who Haven’t Heard, God’s Witness in Creation – Romans 1:20, Ecclesiastes 3:11 and Eternity in the Heart, The Law Versus Faith – Romans 10:4, Abraham’s Credited Righteousness – Romans 4:3, Rahab’s Faith – Hebrews 11:31, God’s Forbearance – Romans 3:25, Jesus’ Retroactive Blood, No Distinction Between Jew and Gentile – Romans 3:22, Destruction Versus Eternal Hell – Matthew 25:41, Seated in Heaven – Ephesians 2:6, Children and the Kingdom – Matthew 19:14, David and His Baby – 2 Samuel 12:23, The Identity of Christ – John 1:1 and Revelation 22:13, Believing by Witness of Creation, The Urgency of Sharing the Gospel

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16969769 Sun, 13 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2410 293 full false 10 Reasons the Sermon on the Mount Is Not for Christians (4-6-25) 10 Reasons the Sermon on the Mount Is Not for Christians (4-6-25) Topics: Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7, Beatitudes, Jesus Preaching to Israel not the Church, Sermons focused on the Law and Prophets, Sermon on the Mount Preached Before the Cross, The Sermon Delivered Under the Old Covenant, No Mention of the Cross in the Sermon, The Cross Activated the New Covenant, Hebrews 8-9, Jesus’ Blood Not Mentioned in Matthew 5–7, The Resurrection Not Mentioned in the Sermon, Law-Based Sermon, Don’t Pray Like the Gentiles, Sermon Lacks Concept of Eternal Security, No Mention of Redemption Through His Blood, No Message of Salvation by Grace Through Faith, Law-Observance Futility Exposed by Jesus’ Teachings, You Have Heard but I Say to You, Be Perfect Like God, Matthew 5:48, Impossible Righteousness Required by the Law, No Mention of the Church or the Body of Christ, The Sermon’s Audience Did Not Have the New Covenant Yet, Mixing Covenants Causes Confusion, The Sermon Calls Israel to Repentance toward Faith in Christ Alone, The Sermon Exposes the Need for a Savior, The Sermon on the Mount Is not Christian Doctrine

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]]> Topics: Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7, Beatitudes, Jesus Preaching to Israel not the Church, Sermons focused on the Law and Prophets, Sermon on the Mount Preached Before the Cross, The Sermon Delivered Under the Old Covenant, No Mention of the Cross in the Sermon, The Cross Activated the New Covenant, Hebrews 8-9, Jesus’ Blood Not Mentioned in Matthew 5–7, The Resurrection Not Mentioned in the Sermon, Law-Based Sermon, Don’t Pray Like the Gentiles, Sermon Lacks Concept of Eternal Security, No Mention of Redemption Through His Blood, No Message of Salvation by Grace Through Faith, Law-Observance Futility Exposed by Jesus’ Teachings, You Have Heard but I Say to You, Be Perfect Like God, Matthew 5:48, Impossible Righteousness Required by the Law, No Mention of the Church or the Body of Christ, The Sermon’s Audience Did Not Have the New Covenant Yet, Mixing Covenants Causes Confusion, The Sermon Calls Israel to Repentance toward Faith in Christ Alone, The Sermon Exposes the Need for a Savior, The Sermon on the Mount Is not Christian Doctrine

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16925272 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3911 292 full false Why Did Jesus Get Angry and Flip Tables? (3-30-25) Why Did Jesus Get Angry and Flip Tables? (3-30-25) Topics: Jesus Flipped Tables, Flipping Tables Explained, The Gentile Prayer Space, Why Jesus Defended Gentiles, Anger of Christ in Temple Courts, Jesus and the New Covenant, Righteous Anger vs. Human Anger, Jesus and the Abrahamic Promise, House of Prayer for All Nations, Legalism vs. Relationship With Christ, Why Jesus Rebuked the Jews, Jesus' Passion for Gentiles, Mark 11:17 - House of Prayer for All Nations, Jeremiah 7:11 - Den of Robbers, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant, Misrepresenting Jesus' Actions of Anger, Did Jesus Punish People, Isaiah 56:7, My House Will Be Called a House of Prayer, Gentiles in God’s Promise, Jesus and Religious Corruption, Romans 1:17, The Righteous Will Live by Faith, Galatians 3:11, No One Is Justified by the Law, Jesus’ Mission Beyond Israel, Why Jesus Didn’t Rebuke Gentiles, Jesus’ Love for All People, Hebrews 10:38, The Righteous Will Live by Faith, Jesus and Temple Desecration, Why Jesus Opposed Religious Elitism, Genesis 22:15-18, Abraham’s Promise to Many Nations, God’s Plan for All Nations, Grace Over Law, Why Jesus Opposed Money Changers, The Gentiles Included Prophecy, Galatians 3:29, Christ Is Abraham’s Seed, What Jesus’ Anger Reveals, Why Jesus Was Passionate About Gentiles, Temple Corruption in Jesus' Time, Jesus’ Love for Outsiders, Jesus' Response to Injustice, Hebrews 10:4, 10-14 - Jesus Replaces the Need for Sacrifices, Was Jesus Violence, The Purpose of the Temple Courts, The Abrahamic Promise and Gentiles, How Legalism Distorts Faith, Lessons From Jesus’ Anger, Why Jesus Wasn’t a Pushover, Faith Not Race Saves, Jesus’ Warning to Religious Leaders 

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]]> Topics: Jesus Flipped Tables, Flipping Tables Explained, The Gentile Prayer Space, Why Jesus Defended Gentiles, Anger of Christ in Temple Courts, Jesus and the New Covenant, Righteous Anger vs. Human Anger, Jesus and the Abrahamic Promise, House of Prayer for All Nations, Legalism vs. Relationship With Christ, Why Jesus Rebuked the Jews, Jesus' Passion for Gentiles, Mark 11:17 - House of Prayer for All Nations, Jeremiah 7:11 - Den of Robbers, Old Covenant vs. New Covenant, Misrepresenting Jesus' Actions of Anger, Did Jesus Punish People, Isaiah 56:7, My House Will Be Called a House of Prayer, Gentiles in God’s Promise, Jesus and Religious Corruption, Romans 1:17, The Righteous Will Live by Faith, Galatians 3:11, No One Is Justified by the Law, Jesus’ Mission Beyond Israel, Why Jesus Didn’t Rebuke Gentiles, Jesus’ Love for All People, Hebrews 10:38, The Righteous Will Live by Faith, Jesus and Temple Desecration, Why Jesus Opposed Religious Elitism, Genesis 22:15-18, Abraham’s Promise to Many Nations, God’s Plan for All Nations, Grace Over Law, Why Jesus Opposed Money Changers, The Gentiles Included Prophecy, Galatians 3:29, Christ Is Abraham’s Seed, What Jesus’ Anger Reveals, Why Jesus Was Passionate About Gentiles, Temple Corruption in Jesus' Time, Jesus’ Love for Outsiders, Jesus' Response to Injustice, Hebrews 10:4, 10-14 - Jesus Replaces the Need for Sacrifices, Was Jesus Violence, The Purpose of the Temple Courts, The Abrahamic Promise and Gentiles, How Legalism Distorts Faith, Lessons From Jesus’ Anger, Why Jesus Wasn’t a Pushover, Faith Not Race Saves, Jesus’ Warning to Religious Leaders 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16883508 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1439 291 full false Top 5 Lies About Sanctification (3-23-25) Top 5 Lies About Sanctification (3-23-25) Topics: Sanctification Is Complete (Hebrews 10:10), Sanctification Happens Once, Sanctification Is Not Lifelong (Hebrews 10:14), Jesus' Blood Sanctified, The Bible Doesn’t Sanctify Us, Faith Sanctified Us (Acts 26:18), Works Don’t Sanctify, Good Deeds Don’t Sanctify, Repentance Isn’t Sanctification, Animal Blood Sacrifices Foreshadowed Sanctification, Hebrews 9-10, Jesus' Sacrifice Is Final, Christians Are Perfected, Saints Are Sanctified, Sanctification Isn’t Self-Improvement, Holiness Is Sanctification, Purification and Consecration, Growth Isn’t Sanctification, Salvation and Sanctification Are Simultaneous, Identity Sanctification Isn’t Behavior Change, The Law Doesn’t Sanctify, Sacrifices Were Temporary, Jesus' Sanctification Is Eternal (Hebrews 10:12), Sanctification Isn’t Progressive, Effort Isn’t Required, Traditions Distort Sanctification, The Bible Doesn’t Sanctify, Jesus Alone Sanctifies, We Are Set Apart, Sin Doesn’t Undo Sanctification, We Don’t Sanctify Ourselves, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Works Are Not a Requirement for Sanctification, Holiness Is Christ’s Work, Ephesians 5:25-26, Jesus' Blood Secures Sanctification, Sanctification Isn’t Drawing Near, We Are Already One With God, Saints Aren’t Still Being Sanctified, The Temple Foreshadowed Christ, Christ’s Blood Sanctifies Once, Hebrews Confirms Finished Sanctification, Hebrews 9:24-26, Jesus Completed Holiness, Sanctification Is Eternal, It’s Not Achieved in Heaven, Jesus Ended Sacrifices, The Old Covenant Couldn’t Permanently Sanctify, Christianity Isn’t Self-Sanctification, False Humility Doesn’t Sanctify, The Gospel Is Finished Sanctification, Sanctification Is by Grace, True Sanctification Is by Faith

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]]> Topics: Sanctification Is Complete (Hebrews 10:10), Sanctification Happens Once, Sanctification Is Not Lifelong (Hebrews 10:14), Jesus' Blood Sanctified, The Bible Doesn’t Sanctify Us, Faith Sanctified Us (Acts 26:18), Works Don’t Sanctify, Good Deeds Don’t Sanctify, Repentance Isn’t Sanctification, Animal Blood Sacrifices Foreshadowed Sanctification, Hebrews 9-10, Jesus' Sacrifice Is Final, Christians Are Perfected, Saints Are Sanctified, Sanctification Isn’t Self-Improvement, Holiness Is Sanctification, Purification and Consecration, Growth Isn’t Sanctification, Salvation and Sanctification Are Simultaneous, Identity Sanctification Isn’t Behavior Change, The Law Doesn’t Sanctify, Sacrifices Were Temporary, Jesus' Sanctification Is Eternal (Hebrews 10:12), Sanctification Isn’t Progressive, Effort Isn’t Required, Traditions Distort Sanctification, The Bible Doesn’t Sanctify, Jesus Alone Sanctifies, We Are Set Apart, Sin Doesn’t Undo Sanctification, We Don’t Sanctify Ourselves, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Works Are Not a Requirement for Sanctification, Holiness Is Christ’s Work, Ephesians 5:25-26, Jesus' Blood Secures Sanctification, Sanctification Isn’t Drawing Near, We Are Already One With God, Saints Aren’t Still Being Sanctified, The Temple Foreshadowed Christ, Christ’s Blood Sanctifies Once, Hebrews Confirms Finished Sanctification, Hebrews 9:24-26, Jesus Completed Holiness, Sanctification Is Eternal, It’s Not Achieved in Heaven, Jesus Ended Sacrifices, The Old Covenant Couldn’t Permanently Sanctify, Christianity Isn’t Self-Sanctification, False Humility Doesn’t Sanctify, The Gospel Is Finished Sanctification, Sanctification Is by Grace, True Sanctification Is by Faith

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16844886 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0500 3423 290 full false 10 Reasons the Lord's Prayer Is Not for Christians (3-16-25) 10 Reasons the Lord's Prayer Is Not for Christians (3-16-25) Topics: The Lord’s Prayer, God's Has Kingdom Come In Jesus, God's Will Has Already Been Done In Jesus, We’ve Already Received Our Daily Bread in Jesus, Forgiveness Not conditional on Forgiving Others, Lead us Not into Temptation of breaking the Law of Moses, Christians Have Been Delivered From the Evil One, God Forgives Even if We Don’t Forgive, Repeating Prayers Does Not Make Them More Effective, Taking the Lord’s Prayer Literally Leads to Legalistic Condemnation, The Sermon on the Mount Was Teaching True Standards of the Law, Jesus Did Not Give Sermons, Constantine Introduced Sermons into Christian gatherings, Lord’s Prayer for Christians, Romans 10:4, John 17 contains the true Lord’s Prayer for Christians, Jesus’ Prayer in Matthew 6 Emphasized Human Effort Rather Than Grace, Jesus Exposed Hypocrisy of those Trusting the Law for Righteousness, Luke 11, John the Baptist Prayer, Jesus gave law-based answers to Law-based Questions, “Don’t pray like the Gentiles” Excluded Non-Jews from the Lord’s Prayer, Ephesians 2:12 states Gentiles Excluded from that Old Covenant, The Kingdom of God Refers to Jesus Himself, Mark 1:15 declares the Kingdom’s fulfillment in Christ’s Coming, Galatians 4:4-5, Jesus Born Under the Law to Redeem Those under the Law, Jesus’ coming to Earth fulfilled God’s will, Communion, Eucharist John 6:35, Hunger and Thirst No More, Believers Already Spiritually Satisfied in Christ

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]]> Topics: The Lord’s Prayer, God's Has Kingdom Come In Jesus, God's Will Has Already Been Done In Jesus, We’ve Already Received Our Daily Bread in Jesus, Forgiveness Not conditional on Forgiving Others, Lead us Not into Temptation of breaking the Law of Moses, Christians Have Been Delivered From the Evil One, God Forgives Even if We Don’t Forgive, Repeating Prayers Does Not Make Them More Effective, Taking the Lord’s Prayer Literally Leads to Legalistic Condemnation, The Sermon on the Mount Was Teaching True Standards of the Law, Jesus Did Not Give Sermons, Constantine Introduced Sermons into Christian gatherings, Lord’s Prayer for Christians, Romans 10:4, John 17 contains the true Lord’s Prayer for Christians, Jesus’ Prayer in Matthew 6 Emphasized Human Effort Rather Than Grace, Jesus Exposed Hypocrisy of those Trusting the Law for Righteousness, Luke 11, John the Baptist Prayer, Jesus gave law-based answers to Law-based Questions, “Don’t pray like the Gentiles” Excluded Non-Jews from the Lord’s Prayer, Ephesians 2:12 states Gentiles Excluded from that Old Covenant, The Kingdom of God Refers to Jesus Himself, Mark 1:15 declares the Kingdom’s fulfillment in Christ’s Coming, Galatians 4:4-5, Jesus Born Under the Law to Redeem Those under the Law, Jesus’ coming to Earth fulfilled God’s will, Communion, Eucharist John 6:35, Hunger and Thirst No More, Believers Already Spiritually Satisfied in Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16800757 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2865 289 full false The Truth About Predestination (3-9-25) The Truth About Predestination (3-9-25) Topics: Predestination, Biblical Predestination, False Predestination, Role of Free Will in Salvation, Predestination and God's Love, Predestination vs. Calvinism and Arminianism, Invitation of Gentiles Into God's Family, Meaning of Ephesians 1-3, Romans 9-11 and the Jewish Rejection of Christ, Impact of Legalism on Salvation, God's Sovereignty and Human Responsibility, The Gospel as Good News for all People, The Elect as the Body of Christ, Stumbling Block of Jesus for the Jews, Faith vs. Works of the Law in Salvation, Role of Grace in Predestination, Inclusion of Gentiles in God’s plan, Misinterpretation of Romans 9, God's Mercy in Salvation, Abraham's Promise and its fulfillment, Purpose of the Law Before Christ, Predestination as God's Predetermined Plan for Salvation, Spiritual Significance of Being Children of the Promise, Transformation of Believers Into a New Creation, Meaning of “Many are Called, Few are Chosen," Rejection of Christ by Legalistic Jews, Dangers of Relying on Works for Righteousness, How Faith in Jesus Replaces the Law, Role of the Holy Spirit in Guiding Believers, Ultimate Glorification of Believers in Christ

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]]> Topics: Predestination, Biblical Predestination, False Predestination, Role of Free Will in Salvation, Predestination and God's Love, Predestination vs. Calvinism and Arminianism, Invitation of Gentiles Into God's Family, Meaning of Ephesians 1-3, Romans 9-11 and the Jewish Rejection of Christ, Impact of Legalism on Salvation, God's Sovereignty and Human Responsibility, The Gospel as Good News for all People, The Elect as the Body of Christ, Stumbling Block of Jesus for the Jews, Faith vs. Works of the Law in Salvation, Role of Grace in Predestination, Inclusion of Gentiles in God’s plan, Misinterpretation of Romans 9, God's Mercy in Salvation, Abraham's Promise and its fulfillment, Purpose of the Law Before Christ, Predestination as God's Predetermined Plan for Salvation, Spiritual Significance of Being Children of the Promise, Transformation of Believers Into a New Creation, Meaning of “Many are Called, Few are Chosen," Rejection of Christ by Legalistic Jews, Dangers of Relying on Works for Righteousness, How Faith in Jesus Replaces the Law, Role of the Holy Spirit in Guiding Believers, Ultimate Glorification of Believers in Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16759868 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0500 2527 288 full false Top 5 Lies About Women in the Church (3-2-25) Top 5 Lies About Women in the Church (3-2-25) Topics: Misinterpretation of 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, Influence of Talmud on Early Church, What “As the Law Says" Really Means, Historical Context of Early Church Gatherings, Role of Women in the Ecclesia vs. Modern Church Settings, First Church Buildings and Their Impact on Doctrine, Oral Traditions of Judaism and Their Influence, Difference Between God's Law and Man-Made Traditions, How Paul Confronted Judaizers and Their Teachings, Real Meaning of 1 Timothy 2:11-12, Greek Myths of Artemis and Influence in Ephesus, Significance of “Quiet” vs. “Silent” in Scripture, Historical Background of the Temple of Artemis, “Role” of Women, Misinterpretation of “Saved Through Childbearing” in 1 Timothy 2:15, Endless Genealogies and Jewish Obsession with Lineage, Real Purpose of Paul’s Letter to Timothy, Context of False Doctrines Paul Was Combating, Influence of Greek Goddess Diana Worship on Early Church Beliefs, Role of Pricilla in Teaching Men, Absence of a Hierarchical Leadership in the Early Church, Biblical Definition of Pastor, Transformation of Pastorship into a Church Position/Occupation, Constantine’s Role in Institutionalizing the Church, Greek Philosophers’ Influence on Church Doctrine, Corruption of Biblical Leadership by Early Church Fathers, Jesus’ Teaching Against Hierarchical Leadership, The Biblical Role of Elders in the Church 

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]]> Topics: Misinterpretation of 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, Influence of Talmud on Early Church, What “As the Law Says" Really Means, Historical Context of Early Church Gatherings, Role of Women in the Ecclesia vs. Modern Church Settings, First Church Buildings and Their Impact on Doctrine, Oral Traditions of Judaism and Their Influence, Difference Between God's Law and Man-Made Traditions, How Paul Confronted Judaizers and Their Teachings, Real Meaning of 1 Timothy 2:11-12, Greek Myths of Artemis and Influence in Ephesus, Significance of “Quiet” vs. “Silent” in Scripture, Historical Background of the Temple of Artemis, “Role” of Women, Misinterpretation of “Saved Through Childbearing” in 1 Timothy 2:15, Endless Genealogies and Jewish Obsession with Lineage, Real Purpose of Paul’s Letter to Timothy, Context of False Doctrines Paul Was Combating, Influence of Greek Goddess Diana Worship on Early Church Beliefs, Role of Pricilla in Teaching Men, Absence of a Hierarchical Leadership in the Early Church, Biblical Definition of Pastor, Transformation of Pastorship into a Church Position/Occupation, Constantine’s Role in Institutionalizing the Church, Greek Philosophers’ Influence on Church Doctrine, Corruption of Biblical Leadership by Early Church Fathers, Jesus’ Teaching Against Hierarchical Leadership, The Biblical Role of Elders in the Church 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16719249 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 12:00:00 -0600 3553 287 full false Was Judas Saved? (2-23-25) Was Judas Saved? (2-23-25) Topics: Judas, Judas Iscariot, Was Judas saved?, Can Someone Lose Their salvation?, Role of Judas in Christian Theology, Judging Salvation Based on Actions, Paul’s Warning Against Judging Others' Salvation, Legalism’ Impact, Was Judas condemned?, Betrayal of Jesus by Judas, Free will  or Predestination for Judas, Nature of God’s Desire for all to be Saved, Satan entering Judas, Significance of Pentecost in Spiritual Protection, The Son of perdition: What does it mean?, Contextual interpretation of John 17:12, The fulfillment of Scripture through Judas, The debate on Judas’ Repentance, Was Judas’ Remorse True Repentance?, Fate of Judas, Implications of Matthew 27:3-4, Suicide and Salvation, 1 John 5:16, The Unforgivable sin: What is it really?, Betrayal of Christ: Are We All guilty?, Replacement of Judas, Importance of Trusting God’s Judgment, Enduring Nature of Christ’s Love and Mercy

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]]> Topics: Judas, Judas Iscariot, Was Judas saved?, Can Someone Lose Their salvation?, Role of Judas in Christian Theology, Judging Salvation Based on Actions, Paul’s Warning Against Judging Others' Salvation, Legalism’ Impact, Was Judas condemned?, Betrayal of Jesus by Judas, Free will  or Predestination for Judas, Nature of God’s Desire for all to be Saved, Satan entering Judas, Significance of Pentecost in Spiritual Protection, The Son of perdition: What does it mean?, Contextual interpretation of John 17:12, The fulfillment of Scripture through Judas, The debate on Judas’ Repentance, Was Judas’ Remorse True Repentance?, Fate of Judas, Implications of Matthew 27:3-4, Suicide and Salvation, 1 John 5:16, The Unforgivable sin: What is it really?, Betrayal of Christ: Are We All guilty?, Replacement of Judas, Importance of Trusting God’s Judgment, Enduring Nature of Christ’s Love and Mercy

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16677302 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0600 1190 286 full false 10 Reasons Why Once Saved Always Saved Is True (2-16-25) 10 Reasons Why Once Saved Always Saved Is True (2-16-25) Topics: OSAS, Once Saved Always Saved, Salvation as Irrevocable Gift, Concept of Being Born Again, Biblical Examples of Spiritual Birth, Understanding John 3 and Nicodemus, Permanence of Spiritual Birth, The Life of Christ as Our Salvation, Eternal Security Through Christ’s Life, John 14:19, Role of Faith in Permanent Salvation, Misconceptions About Losing Salvation, Difference Between Eternal and Everlasting Life, Impact of Adam’s Sin on Humanity, Restoration of Life Through Christ, Understanding John 10:10 and Eternal Life, Jesus as Source of Our Salvation, Power of Christ’s Resurrection, Hebrews 7:25 and Complete Salvation, Role of Grace in Eternal Security, The Obedience of Faith or Obedience of Works/Actions, Understanding John 3:36 in Context, Why Church Fathers are Not the Ultimate Authority, Errors in Early Church Traditions, Pagan Influences on Christianity, Colossians 3:4 and Christ as Our Life, The Blood of Christ and Sanctification, Romans 6:10 and Christ’s Everlasting Life, The Meaning of Hebrews 9:26 in Salvation, True Definition of Holiness, False Teachers in 2 Peter 2:20-22, Misinterpretations of 1 Corinthians 15:1-2

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]]> Topics: OSAS, Once Saved Always Saved, Salvation as Irrevocable Gift, Concept of Being Born Again, Biblical Examples of Spiritual Birth, Understanding John 3 and Nicodemus, Permanence of Spiritual Birth, The Life of Christ as Our Salvation, Eternal Security Through Christ’s Life, John 14:19, Role of Faith in Permanent Salvation, Misconceptions About Losing Salvation, Difference Between Eternal and Everlasting Life, Impact of Adam’s Sin on Humanity, Restoration of Life Through Christ, Understanding John 10:10 and Eternal Life, Jesus as Source of Our Salvation, Power of Christ’s Resurrection, Hebrews 7:25 and Complete Salvation, Role of Grace in Eternal Security, The Obedience of Faith or Obedience of Works/Actions, Understanding John 3:36 in Context, Why Church Fathers are Not the Ultimate Authority, Errors in Early Church Traditions, Pagan Influences on Christianity, Colossians 3:4 and Christ as Our Life, The Blood of Christ and Sanctification, Romans 6:10 and Christ’s Everlasting Life, The Meaning of Hebrews 9:26 in Salvation, True Definition of Holiness, False Teachers in 2 Peter 2:20-22, Misinterpretations of 1 Corinthians 15:1-2

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16632293 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0600 2708 285 full false 5 Lies About the Anger of God (2-9-25) 5 Lies About the Anger of God (2-9-25) Topics: Misconception of God's Anger, Understanding the New Covenant in Christ, Significance Of Jesus’ Blood for Forgiveness, Truth About Romans 5:1, Peace With God, Role of God’s Kindness in Leading to Repentance, Fallacy of Needing to Repent of Sins to be Forgiven, Historical Influence of Frontier Revivalists, Emotionalism of Revivalist Preaching, Origins Of the Altar Call and Its Impact, Dangers of Performance-Based Salvation, Why Confession of Sins Doesn’t Bring Forgiveness, Real Meaning of 1 John 1:9, Contrast Between Atonement and Propitiation, Why Jesus' Sacrifice Was Once-for-All, True Definition of Biblical Repentance, How Fear-Based Teaching Distorts Grace, Role of Levitical Priesthood in Old Testament Forgiveness, Why God’s Patience Never Runs Out, Error of Believing God Requires Continual Confession, Significance Of Hebrews 9:22 In Forgiveness, Why Future Sins Are Already Forgiven, Problem With Adding Human Traditions to Salvation, Jesus’ True Commandments or Moses’ Commandments, Misunderstanding of “If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments,” Why Following the 613 Commandments is Impossible, Importance of Distinguishing Between Old And New Covenant, How Galatians 5:3 Warns Against Picking and Choosing from the Law, Misunderstanding of Faith Plus Works in James’ Letter, Distinction Between the Law of Moses and Gospel of Grace, Why Salvation Is by Grace Alone through Faith in Christ

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]]> Topics: Misconception of God's Anger, Understanding the New Covenant in Christ, Significance Of Jesus’ Blood for Forgiveness, Truth About Romans 5:1, Peace With God, Role of God’s Kindness in Leading to Repentance, Fallacy of Needing to Repent of Sins to be Forgiven, Historical Influence of Frontier Revivalists, Emotionalism of Revivalist Preaching, Origins Of the Altar Call and Its Impact, Dangers of Performance-Based Salvation, Why Confession of Sins Doesn’t Bring Forgiveness, Real Meaning of 1 John 1:9, Contrast Between Atonement and Propitiation, Why Jesus' Sacrifice Was Once-for-All, True Definition of Biblical Repentance, How Fear-Based Teaching Distorts Grace, Role of Levitical Priesthood in Old Testament Forgiveness, Why God’s Patience Never Runs Out, Error of Believing God Requires Continual Confession, Significance Of Hebrews 9:22 In Forgiveness, Why Future Sins Are Already Forgiven, Problem With Adding Human Traditions to Salvation, Jesus’ True Commandments or Moses’ Commandments, Misunderstanding of “If You Love Me, Keep My Commandments,” Why Following the 613 Commandments is Impossible, Importance of Distinguishing Between Old And New Covenant, How Galatians 5:3 Warns Against Picking and Choosing from the Law, Misunderstanding of Faith Plus Works in James’ Letter, Distinction Between the Law of Moses and Gospel of Grace, Why Salvation Is by Grace Alone through Faith in Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16590095 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0600 3601 284 full false Judgment Day, Rewards in Heaven, and Crowns Explained (2-2-25) Judgment Day, Rewards in Heaven, and Crowns Explained (2-2-25) Topics: Judgment Day, Rewards in Heaven, Crowns in Scripture, Hebrews 9:27, Christ in You (Colossians 1:26-27), Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Parable of the Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20:1-16), Judgment Based on Jesus’ Work, John 5:24, The Great White Throne Judgment, Revelation 20:11-15, The Bema Seat Judgment Explained, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:23-24), Misinterpretation of "Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant" (Matthew 25:21), Servants or Friends (John 15:15), Judgment of Unbelief in Christ and Working According to the Law (Romans 14:12), Context of 2 Corinthians 5:10, Finality of Christ’s Sacrifice (Hebrews 9:15), Symbolism of Crowns, James 1:12, Crown of Righteousness (2 Timothy 4:8), Crown of Glory (1 Peter 5:4), Meaning of Casting Crowns (Revelation 4:10), 1 Corinthians 9:25, Jesus Alone is King (Hebrews 2:7), Sufficiency of Christ’s Blood, Hebrews 13:5, Salvation by Grace Not Works, Futility of “Earning” Rewards, Isaiah 64:6, Role of Faith in Judgment, Judgment of Unbelievers, Revelation 22:12, Eternal Security in Christ, John 10:28, Rewards vs. the Gospel, Perfection of God’s Love (1 John 4:18), Judgment of Sin Already Paid, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Misuse of James 3:1 about Teaching, Refinement of Incorrect Teaching, 1 Corinthians 3, Role of Works in Christian Life, Assurance of Our Salvation, Jesus' Death as the Basis for Inheritance (Hebrews 9:15), Meaning of Being Co-Seated with Christ (Ephesians 2:6), Judgment of Believers vs. Unbelievers, Role of Faith not Performance, Christ as the Reward, Colossians 2:10, Futility of Human Effort for Rewards and Crowns, Not Judged for Sins Because Jesus Was Judged

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]]> Topics: Judgment Day, Rewards in Heaven, Crowns in Scripture, Hebrews 9:27, Christ in You (Colossians 1:26-27), Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30), Parable of the Vineyard Workers (Matthew 20:1-16), Judgment Based on Jesus’ Work, John 5:24, The Great White Throne Judgment, Revelation 20:11-15, The Bema Seat Judgment Explained, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Reward of the Inheritance (Colossians 3:23-24), Misinterpretation of "Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant" (Matthew 25:21), Servants or Friends (John 15:15), Judgment of Unbelief in Christ and Working According to the Law (Romans 14:12), Context of 2 Corinthians 5:10, Finality of Christ’s Sacrifice (Hebrews 9:15), Symbolism of Crowns, James 1:12, Crown of Righteousness (2 Timothy 4:8), Crown of Glory (1 Peter 5:4), Meaning of Casting Crowns (Revelation 4:10), 1 Corinthians 9:25, Jesus Alone is King (Hebrews 2:7), Sufficiency of Christ’s Blood, Hebrews 13:5, Salvation by Grace Not Works, Futility of “Earning” Rewards, Isaiah 64:6, Role of Faith in Judgment, Judgment of Unbelievers, Revelation 22:12, Eternal Security in Christ, John 10:28, Rewards vs. the Gospel, Perfection of God’s Love (1 John 4:18), Judgment of Sin Already Paid, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Misuse of James 3:1 about Teaching, Refinement of Incorrect Teaching, 1 Corinthians 3, Role of Works in Christian Life, Assurance of Our Salvation, Jesus' Death as the Basis for Inheritance (Hebrews 9:15), Meaning of Being Co-Seated with Christ (Ephesians 2:6), Judgment of Believers vs. Unbelievers, Role of Faith not Performance, Christ as the Reward, Colossians 2:10, Futility of Human Effort for Rewards and Crowns, Not Judged for Sins Because Jesus Was Judged

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16548003 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0600 3141 283 full false Can You Walk Away From Being a Christian? (1-26-25) Can You Walk Away From Being a Christian? (1-26-25) Topics: Walk Away From Being Christian, Born Again Meaning (John 3:7), Permanency of Spiritual Rebirth, John 3, Jesus’ Conversation with Nicodemus, Flesh vs. Spirit Birth, Finality of Being Born Again, Belief Grants Spiritual Birth, Grace vs. Works for Salvation, Role of Faith in Salvation, Misunderstanding Salvation as Works, James vs. Paul on Salvation, Legalism in the Church, Misuse of “even the demons believe” (James 2:19), Role of Holy Spirit in Rebirth, Leaving Church System but Not God, Tradition of Men vs. True Christianity, Broken System of Man-Made Religion, Criticisms of Box Church Practices, Misrepresenting Jesus in Churches, Why Works Don’t Determine Salvation, Problem of Mixing the Covenants, Grace Replaced Law, Trusting Jesus for Salvation, Misconceptions About Repentance, Why Sin Can’t Undo Salvation, God’s Forgiveness of All sins, Once-for-All Sacrifice of Christ, Performance Based Faith Error, True Salvation vs. Church Participation, Understanding Spiritual DNA, Apostasy, Role of Cross in Salvation, Jesus’ Fulfillment of the Law, How Salvation Is a Gift, Comparing Spiritual and Physical Birth, Trusting Grace Over Effort, Why Christians leave Religious Systems, Damage of Pastoral Abuse, False teachings in Churches, Simplicity of Belief, Problem With Church Hierarchy, Walking Away From Tradition, Walking Away From Religious System 

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]]> Topics: Walk Away From Being Christian, Born Again Meaning (John 3:7), Permanency of Spiritual Rebirth, John 3, Jesus’ Conversation with Nicodemus, Flesh vs. Spirit Birth, Finality of Being Born Again, Belief Grants Spiritual Birth, Grace vs. Works for Salvation, Role of Faith in Salvation, Misunderstanding Salvation as Works, James vs. Paul on Salvation, Legalism in the Church, Misuse of “even the demons believe” (James 2:19), Role of Holy Spirit in Rebirth, Leaving Church System but Not God, Tradition of Men vs. True Christianity, Broken System of Man-Made Religion, Criticisms of Box Church Practices, Misrepresenting Jesus in Churches, Why Works Don’t Determine Salvation, Problem of Mixing the Covenants, Grace Replaced Law, Trusting Jesus for Salvation, Misconceptions About Repentance, Why Sin Can’t Undo Salvation, God’s Forgiveness of All sins, Once-for-All Sacrifice of Christ, Performance Based Faith Error, True Salvation vs. Church Participation, Understanding Spiritual DNA, Apostasy, Role of Cross in Salvation, Jesus’ Fulfillment of the Law, How Salvation Is a Gift, Comparing Spiritual and Physical Birth, Trusting Grace Over Effort, Why Christians leave Religious Systems, Damage of Pastoral Abuse, False teachings in Churches, Simplicity of Belief, Problem With Church Hierarchy, Walking Away From Tradition, Walking Away From Religious System 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16505206 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0600 2551 282 full false Are Christians Required to Follow the Commandments in the Law? (1-19-25) Are Christians Required to Follow the Commandments in the Law? (1-19-25) Topics: 613 commandments in the Law, Significance of 10 Commandments, Indivisibility of the Law, Role of Holy Spirit Before the Law, Historical Context of Jews and the Law, Formation of 12 Tribes of Israel, Covenant Between God and Israel, Ratification of Old Covenant Through Blood, Flaws in the Old Covenant Agreement, Purpose of Old Testament Law, Jeremiah’s Prophecy of New Covenant, Jesus’ Descent From Tribe of Judah, New Covenant Through Jesus, Difference Between Old and New Covenants, Role of Gentiles in the New Covenant, Requirements of the Law vs. Faith, Paul’s Teaching on Righteousness (2 Corinthians 5, Romans 6), Romans 6:14 and Living Under Grace, Grace vs. Law in Christian Morality, Jesus’ fulfillment of the Law, Meaning of "It is finished" on the Cross (John 19:30), Colossians 2:16 and Freedom From the Law, Symbolism of the Law as a Shadow, Reality and Substance of Christ, Significance of Transfiguration, God’s Command to Listen to Jesus, Hebrews 1 on God Speaking through His Son, The Spirit’s Ministry after Pentecost, Redemption of Jews from Law, Necessity of Jesus Being Born Under the Law, Understanding Morality Through the Spirit, Insufficiency of Human Effort for Righteousness, Paul’s warning Against Teachers of the Law (1 Timothy 1:7), 36. Abolishment of the Law at the Cross, Ephesians 2:15 Abolishment of Law, Colossians 2:14 Law’s cancellation, Significance of 3,000 deaths at Mount Sinai, Salvation of 3,000 at Pentecost, Law’s Purpose to Increase Sin and Highlight Grace, Inability to Cherry-Pick Commandments Law, Role of Law in Revealing Human Imperfection, Grace as Teacher of Holiness (Titus 2:11-12), Symbolism of Law and Prophets Disappearing, Lasting impact of Jesus’ Fulfillment of the Law, Freedom of Christians From Law’s Obligations, Contrast between Righteousness through Law and Grace, Permanence of Holy Spirit in Believers

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]]> Topics: 613 commandments in the Law, Significance of 10 Commandments, Indivisibility of the Law, Role of Holy Spirit Before the Law, Historical Context of Jews and the Law, Formation of 12 Tribes of Israel, Covenant Between God and Israel, Ratification of Old Covenant Through Blood, Flaws in the Old Covenant Agreement, Purpose of Old Testament Law, Jeremiah’s Prophecy of New Covenant, Jesus’ Descent From Tribe of Judah, New Covenant Through Jesus, Difference Between Old and New Covenants, Role of Gentiles in the New Covenant, Requirements of the Law vs. Faith, Paul’s Teaching on Righteousness (2 Corinthians 5, Romans 6), Romans 6:14 and Living Under Grace, Grace vs. Law in Christian Morality, Jesus’ fulfillment of the Law, Meaning of "It is finished" on the Cross (John 19:30), Colossians 2:16 and Freedom From the Law, Symbolism of the Law as a Shadow, Reality and Substance of Christ, Significance of Transfiguration, God’s Command to Listen to Jesus, Hebrews 1 on God Speaking through His Son, The Spirit’s Ministry after Pentecost, Redemption of Jews from Law, Necessity of Jesus Being Born Under the Law, Understanding Morality Through the Spirit, Insufficiency of Human Effort for Righteousness, Paul’s warning Against Teachers of the Law (1 Timothy 1:7), 36. Abolishment of the Law at the Cross, Ephesians 2:15 Abolishment of Law, Colossians 2:14 Law’s cancellation, Significance of 3,000 deaths at Mount Sinai, Salvation of 3,000 at Pentecost, Law’s Purpose to Increase Sin and Highlight Grace, Inability to Cherry-Pick Commandments Law, Role of Law in Revealing Human Imperfection, Grace as Teacher of Holiness (Titus 2:11-12), Symbolism of Law and Prophets Disappearing, Lasting impact of Jesus’ Fulfillment of the Law, Freedom of Christians From Law’s Obligations, Contrast between Righteousness through Law and Grace, Permanence of Holy Spirit in Believers

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16464327 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0600 3426 281 full false Did James Teach Christians to Follow the Law? (1-12-25) Did James Teach Christians to Follow the Law? (1-12-25) Topics: James Teaching Law Observance, James' Role in Early Church, James' Actions in Acts 15, Grace vs. Law in Early Christianity, Peter’s rebuke of Law Following in Acts 15, Division between James' Group and Grace Group, Requirements for Gentiles to be Saved in Acts 15, James and Temple Practices, James and Elders Refused the Great Commission, The Letter of Hebrews Addressing Judaic Work, Salvation by Grace Alone in Acts 15 Rejected by James, Acts 21 and James Instructing Paul to Perform Temple work, Gender Roles and the Talmud, The Talmud’s view of Women, Paul’s Correction over Law and Talmud in 1 Corinthians 14, James' Epistle Advocating Adherence to the Law, Faith Without Works Is Dead, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself in James, Use of Term “Blasphemer" in James 2, The Law's role in Caring for Widows and Orphans, Paul’s view of the Law in Romans 6:14 Galatians 5:18 and 3:10, Meaning of James 2:10 About Breaking the Law, Christians Judged by the Law or Grace, Jesus' Promise of No Judgment for Believers (John 5:24), Cleansing and Purification Rituals in James 4:8, Believers as Saints vs. Sinners, Paul's Reference to "chief of sinners" in 1 Timothy, James’ View on Teaching and Stricter Judgment (James 3:1), Paul’s Teaching on Error in 1 Corinthians 3, Justification by Works in James vs. Grace in Romans 4:4-5, James' perspective on the Tongue and Defilement, Endurance of Job (James 5:11) vs. Jesus (Hebrews 12:2), James' Teaching on Oaths and Swearing, Anointing With Oil Jewish Practice, Anointing of the Holy Spirit in 1 John 2:20, Righteous Person's Prayer Availing Much (James 5:16), Holy Spirit Interceding in Prayer (Romans 8:26), Turning a Sinner From Error (James 5:20), Torah Observers and James' Teachings, The Law’s perfection requirement (Matthew 5:48), Antinomianism Accusations, Cherry-picking the Law, Narrow Gate of Grace vs. Wide Road of Destruction, Hebrew Roots movement, James' Connection to Jewish Tradition, Paul’s Emphasis on Grace Through Faith, Historical Context of Epistle of James, Early Church Debates Over Salvation

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]]> Topics: James Teaching Law Observance, James' Role in Early Church, James' Actions in Acts 15, Grace vs. Law in Early Christianity, Peter’s rebuke of Law Following in Acts 15, Division between James' Group and Grace Group, Requirements for Gentiles to be Saved in Acts 15, James and Temple Practices, James and Elders Refused the Great Commission, The Letter of Hebrews Addressing Judaic Work, Salvation by Grace Alone in Acts 15 Rejected by James, Acts 21 and James Instructing Paul to Perform Temple work, Gender Roles and the Talmud, The Talmud’s view of Women, Paul’s Correction over Law and Talmud in 1 Corinthians 14, James' Epistle Advocating Adherence to the Law, Faith Without Works Is Dead, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself in James, Use of Term “Blasphemer" in James 2, The Law's role in Caring for Widows and Orphans, Paul’s view of the Law in Romans 6:14 Galatians 5:18 and 3:10, Meaning of James 2:10 About Breaking the Law, Christians Judged by the Law or Grace, Jesus' Promise of No Judgment for Believers (John 5:24), Cleansing and Purification Rituals in James 4:8, Believers as Saints vs. Sinners, Paul's Reference to "chief of sinners" in 1 Timothy, James’ View on Teaching and Stricter Judgment (James 3:1), Paul’s Teaching on Error in 1 Corinthians 3, Justification by Works in James vs. Grace in Romans 4:4-5, James' perspective on the Tongue and Defilement, Endurance of Job (James 5:11) vs. Jesus (Hebrews 12:2), James' Teaching on Oaths and Swearing, Anointing With Oil Jewish Practice, Anointing of the Holy Spirit in 1 John 2:20, Righteous Person's Prayer Availing Much (James 5:16), Holy Spirit Interceding in Prayer (Romans 8:26), Turning a Sinner From Error (James 5:20), Torah Observers and James' Teachings, The Law’s perfection requirement (Matthew 5:48), Antinomianism Accusations, Cherry-picking the Law, Narrow Gate of Grace vs. Wide Road of Destruction, Hebrew Roots movement, James' Connection to Jewish Tradition, Paul’s Emphasis on Grace Through Faith, Historical Context of Epistle of James, Early Church Debates Over Salvation

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16423898 Sun, 12 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0600 3217 280 full false Top 5 Scariest Bible Verses (1-5-25) Top 5 Scariest Bible Verses (1-5-25) Topics: Scariest Bible Verses, Bible Verses Taught Out of Context, Understanding Hebrews 10:26-27, Animal Sacrifices Vs. Jesus’ Sacrifice, Hebrews and Unbelieving Jews, The Book of Life in Revelation 3:5, Jesus Never Blotting Out Names, Christian Security of Salvation, Context of Hebrews 6:4-6, Falling Away from Belief in Christ, Law Observance Vs. Grace Alone, Symbolic Meanings in Revelation, Lukewarm Church In Laodicea, Jesus Spitting Out Lukewarm Deeds/Works, Purposefulness in Christian Life, Hot and Cold Works, Matthew 7:21-23 In Context, False Prophets and Their Fruit, Distinguishing Believers from Unbelievers, John 10:27-28 Eternal Security, Jesus Knows His Sheep, John 6 and the Will Of The Father, Pharisees and Lawlessness, 1 Timothy 1, the Purpose of the Law, Christ’s Finished Work on the Cross, Perfect Love Casting Out Fear, Understanding Symbolic Language In The Bible, Misconceptions About Revelation, Importance of Bible Context, Fear Rooted In Man-Made Traditions, Jesus’ Victory Over Sin, Romans 5:1 and Peace With God, Romans 5:9 Salvation From Wrath, Overcoming Fear in Faith, False Signs And Wonders, Devil’s Deceptions In Miracles, Hebrews 9-10 And The Finality Of Jesus’ Sacrifice, Proof-Texting Dangers, Historical Additions of Bible Chapters and Verses, Protestant Scholastics And Doctrinal Errors, Tree Symbolism Vs. Branch Symbolism, John 7 Living Water, The Cross as the Ultimate Sacrifice, Jesus’ Consistent Message Of “Don’t Be Afraid,” Revelation 3:16 and Christian Laziness, Examples Of Hot and Cold Deeds/Works, Lukewarm Deeds Insignificance, Jewish Practices and Jesus’ Fulfillment of Those Practices, Christian Life as Bearing Fruit not Fruit Production, Role of Holy Spirit, Misconceptions about Matthew 7, Trusting Jesus for Salvation, Avoiding Religious Fear, Eternal Security of Believers

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]]> Topics: Scariest Bible Verses, Bible Verses Taught Out of Context, Understanding Hebrews 10:26-27, Animal Sacrifices Vs. Jesus’ Sacrifice, Hebrews and Unbelieving Jews, The Book of Life in Revelation 3:5, Jesus Never Blotting Out Names, Christian Security of Salvation, Context of Hebrews 6:4-6, Falling Away from Belief in Christ, Law Observance Vs. Grace Alone, Symbolic Meanings in Revelation, Lukewarm Church In Laodicea, Jesus Spitting Out Lukewarm Deeds/Works, Purposefulness in Christian Life, Hot and Cold Works, Matthew 7:21-23 In Context, False Prophets and Their Fruit, Distinguishing Believers from Unbelievers, John 10:27-28 Eternal Security, Jesus Knows His Sheep, John 6 and the Will Of The Father, Pharisees and Lawlessness, 1 Timothy 1, the Purpose of the Law, Christ’s Finished Work on the Cross, Perfect Love Casting Out Fear, Understanding Symbolic Language In The Bible, Misconceptions About Revelation, Importance of Bible Context, Fear Rooted In Man-Made Traditions, Jesus’ Victory Over Sin, Romans 5:1 and Peace With God, Romans 5:9 Salvation From Wrath, Overcoming Fear in Faith, False Signs And Wonders, Devil’s Deceptions In Miracles, Hebrews 9-10 And The Finality Of Jesus’ Sacrifice, Proof-Texting Dangers, Historical Additions of Bible Chapters and Verses, Protestant Scholastics And Doctrinal Errors, Tree Symbolism Vs. Branch Symbolism, John 7 Living Water, The Cross as the Ultimate Sacrifice, Jesus’ Consistent Message Of “Don’t Be Afraid,” Revelation 3:16 and Christian Laziness, Examples Of Hot and Cold Deeds/Works, Lukewarm Deeds Insignificance, Jewish Practices and Jesus’ Fulfillment of Those Practices, Christian Life as Bearing Fruit not Fruit Production, Role of Holy Spirit, Misconceptions about Matthew 7, Trusting Jesus for Salvation, Avoiding Religious Fear, Eternal Security of Believers

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16384726 Sun, 05 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0600 2697 279 full false 10 Reasons Pastors Aren't in Charge of the Church (12-29-24) 10 Reasons Pastors Aren't in Charge of the Church (12-29-24) Topics: Biblical Church Definition, Meaning of Ecclesia, Biblical vs. Traditional Church, Rise of Church Buildings, Warnings Against Traditions, Ignatius and One-Bishop Rule, Constantine, Reformation’s Use of Pastor, Christ as Church Head, Unbiblical Leadership, 1 Corinthians vs. Modern Church, Holy Spirit’s Role, No Church Occupations, Pastoral Worship Issues, Pastors’ Influence, Misuse of Hebrews 13:17, Gifts vs Quasi-Leadership, Jewish Leadership In Hebrews, Sermons vs. Gatherings, AA Meetings Reflect Church Gathering Model, Box Church Culture, Love in Gatherings, Critiquing Hierarchy, Individual Roles In Christ’s Body, We Are Fused With God Through Faith, Hebrews 13:17, Obeying Leaders Means Believing in Jesus, The Obedience of Faith vs. The Obedience of the Law, No Punishment From Leaders, Judgment Belongs to God, The Blasphemous Message of Faith in Jesus, Hebrews 13:17 Not About Pastors or Church Leadership, Pastors and Elders are not the Same In Scripture, Poimenas is Plural Gift Without Authority or Gender Restriction, Biblical Elders are Mature Believers Not Leaders With Power, Elders Have Qualifications Not Church Leadership, 1 Timothy 3:1-7 is Elders in Everyday Life Not a Church Board, Ephesus’ Greek Myths And Paul’s Rebuttals for Timothy, Artemis Worship vs. The Gospel In Ephesus, Paul’s Modesty Advice Refutes Artemis Myths Not Church Rules, Titus 1:5-9 is Elders Supporting Titus’ Faith Not Church Governance, 1 Peter 5:2-3 is Shepherds Watching Over Others Not Ruling Over Others, Persecuted Elders Encouraged to Continue Caring for Fellow Believers, Biblical Pastor is a Gift, Not A Role Of Power, No Biblical Basis For Pastor-Led Flocks Or Salaries, Christ Is the Chief Shepherd Not Human Leaders, All Members Of Christ’s Body Are Equal And Necessary, God Honors Every Member Of His Body Equally, Christ Alone Is the Head Of The Church, Trust The Spirit Of Christ To Lead Not Human Authority 

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]]> Topics: Biblical Church Definition, Meaning of Ecclesia, Biblical vs. Traditional Church, Rise of Church Buildings, Warnings Against Traditions, Ignatius and One-Bishop Rule, Constantine, Reformation’s Use of Pastor, Christ as Church Head, Unbiblical Leadership, 1 Corinthians vs. Modern Church, Holy Spirit’s Role, No Church Occupations, Pastoral Worship Issues, Pastors’ Influence, Misuse of Hebrews 13:17, Gifts vs Quasi-Leadership, Jewish Leadership In Hebrews, Sermons vs. Gatherings, AA Meetings Reflect Church Gathering Model, Box Church Culture, Love in Gatherings, Critiquing Hierarchy, Individual Roles In Christ’s Body, We Are Fused With God Through Faith, Hebrews 13:17, Obeying Leaders Means Believing in Jesus, The Obedience of Faith vs. The Obedience of the Law, No Punishment From Leaders, Judgment Belongs to God, The Blasphemous Message of Faith in Jesus, Hebrews 13:17 Not About Pastors or Church Leadership, Pastors and Elders are not the Same In Scripture, Poimenas is Plural Gift Without Authority or Gender Restriction, Biblical Elders are Mature Believers Not Leaders With Power, Elders Have Qualifications Not Church Leadership, 1 Timothy 3:1-7 is Elders in Everyday Life Not a Church Board, Ephesus’ Greek Myths And Paul’s Rebuttals for Timothy, Artemis Worship vs. The Gospel In Ephesus, Paul’s Modesty Advice Refutes Artemis Myths Not Church Rules, Titus 1:5-9 is Elders Supporting Titus’ Faith Not Church Governance, 1 Peter 5:2-3 is Shepherds Watching Over Others Not Ruling Over Others, Persecuted Elders Encouraged to Continue Caring for Fellow Believers, Biblical Pastor is a Gift, Not A Role Of Power, No Biblical Basis For Pastor-Led Flocks Or Salaries, Christ Is the Chief Shepherd Not Human Leaders, All Members Of Christ’s Body Are Equal And Necessary, God Honors Every Member Of His Body Equally, Christ Alone Is the Head Of The Church, Trust The Spirit Of Christ To Lead Not Human Authority 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16352020 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0600 3715 278 full false Was the Early Church United or Divided in Acts 15-21? (12-22-24) Was the Early Church United or Divided in Acts 15-21? (12-22-24) Topics: Unity or Division in Early Church, Debate on Circumcision, Faith by Grace Alone vs Law, James' Leadership, James' Letter to Gentiles, Paul's Missionary Journeys, Jerusalem Council Decisions, Role of Pharisees, Peter Defends Grace, Gentile Inclusion, Tensions Between Believers, Impact of Council of Jerusalem, Paul's Response to James’ Demands, Four Mosaic Commandments Debate, Mixing Covenants, Paul Preaches Christ Alone, Apostolic Unity and Disunity, Old Testament Influence on Early Church, Peter on Faith and Grace Alone, Paul’s Evangelism Focus was Jesus, Timothy's Circumcision, Nazarite Vow in Acts 18 and Acts 21, Jewish Zealots Attack Paul, Accusations in Jerusalem by Judaizers, Gentiles in the Temple, Grace vs Law Believers in Jesus, Acts Chapter 15-21, Acts 15:11, Acts 15:19, Acts 15:29, Acts 16:3, Acts 16:4, Acts 21:20, Acts 21:23-24, Acts 21:28, Acts 21:40, Acts 22:1

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]]> Topics: Unity or Division in Early Church, Debate on Circumcision, Faith by Grace Alone vs Law, James' Leadership, James' Letter to Gentiles, Paul's Missionary Journeys, Jerusalem Council Decisions, Role of Pharisees, Peter Defends Grace, Gentile Inclusion, Tensions Between Believers, Impact of Council of Jerusalem, Paul's Response to James’ Demands, Four Mosaic Commandments Debate, Mixing Covenants, Paul Preaches Christ Alone, Apostolic Unity and Disunity, Old Testament Influence on Early Church, Peter on Faith and Grace Alone, Paul’s Evangelism Focus was Jesus, Timothy's Circumcision, Nazarite Vow in Acts 18 and Acts 21, Jewish Zealots Attack Paul, Accusations in Jerusalem by Judaizers, Gentiles in the Temple, Grace vs Law Believers in Jesus, Acts Chapter 15-21, Acts 15:11, Acts 15:19, Acts 15:29, Acts 16:3, Acts 16:4, Acts 21:20, Acts 21:23-24, Acts 21:28, Acts 21:40, Acts 22:1

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16324625 Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0600 2976 277 full false 10 Lies About James From Acts 15 and Acts 21 (12-15-24) 10 Lies About James From Acts 15 and Acts 21 (12-15-24) Topics: Acts 15, Acts 21, James, Council of Jerusalem, Letter Sent from James to Gentiles, Circumcision for New Believers, Grace Alone, Peter Rebukes James, Tradition of the Jews, Apostles Didn't Agree With James, Men from James not Having Authorization, Gentiles Had to Follow Parts of the Law, Not Grossing Out the Jews, Letter Paul Had from James, Paul Rejected at Synagogues, James and Elders Didn't Welcome Paul, James Forced Paul to Do Temple Work, Paul Wasn't Being Famed With Anti-Jew Narrative, Paul Wasn't Evangelizing in Acts 21, Zealots tried to Kill Paul, James Didn't Have any New Testament Letters for Doctrine

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]]> Topics: Acts 15, Acts 21, James, Council of Jerusalem, Letter Sent from James to Gentiles, Circumcision for New Believers, Grace Alone, Peter Rebukes James, Tradition of the Jews, Apostles Didn't Agree With James, Men from James not Having Authorization, Gentiles Had to Follow Parts of the Law, Not Grossing Out the Jews, Letter Paul Had from James, Paul Rejected at Synagogues, James and Elders Didn't Welcome Paul, James Forced Paul to Do Temple Work, Paul Wasn't Being Famed With Anti-Jew Narrative, Paul Wasn't Evangelizing in Acts 21, Zealots tried to Kill Paul, James Didn't Have any New Testament Letters for Doctrine

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16282068 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 11:00:00 -0600 3330 276 full false 10 Tips on How to Read the Bible (12-8-24) 10 Tips on How to Read the Bible (12-8-24) Topics: Old Covenant, New Covenant, Jesus, Rightly Dividing, Jews, Gentiles, Law, Grace, Bible Verses, Context, Understanding Covenant-Mixture Interpretations, Scripture, Gospel, Salvation, Faith, Covenant, Teachings, Graceful Living, Application, Old Testament, New Testament, Jesus' Role, Dividing Wall of Hostility, God's Word, Apostles, Epistles, Context of Parables, Law-Based Prayer, Matthew 6, Grace-Based Prayer, John 17, Holiness, Be Holy, Study Fearlessly and with Confidence

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]]> Topics: Old Covenant, New Covenant, Jesus, Rightly Dividing, Jews, Gentiles, Law, Grace, Bible Verses, Context, Understanding Covenant-Mixture Interpretations, Scripture, Gospel, Salvation, Faith, Covenant, Teachings, Graceful Living, Application, Old Testament, New Testament, Jesus' Role, Dividing Wall of Hostility, God's Word, Apostles, Epistles, Context of Parables, Law-Based Prayer, Matthew 6, Grace-Based Prayer, John 17, Holiness, Be Holy, Study Fearlessly and with Confidence

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16241156 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 12:00:00 -0600 3595 275 full false Faith Plus Works: What's the Truth About James? (12-1-24) Faith Plus Works: What's the Truth About James? (12-1-24) Topics: Faith Plus Works, James, Faith Without Works Is Dead, James 2:14-26, James Chapters 1-5, Hebrews 11, Hebrews 4:10-11, Hebrews 10, Without Faith It’s Impossible to Please God, Works of the Law, Works Plus Faith, Draw Near to God, Cleanse and Purify Yourself, James 4:8, Strive to Enter Rest, God Rested, Hebrews 4:10-11, After Working Jesus Sat Down, Disobedience of Faith, Old Testament Trade-Off System, Judaism Plus Jesus, Erroneous Grace-Based Narrative of James, Evidence of Faith Through Works, Faith Alone Is Evidence, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Substance of Things Hoped For, Made Perfect Through Blood of Jesus, Hebrews 10:14, Saved By Grace Through Faith, Ephesians 2:8-10, Surrounded by Great Cloud of Witnesses 

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]]> Topics: Faith Plus Works, James, Faith Without Works Is Dead, James 2:14-26, James Chapters 1-5, Hebrews 11, Hebrews 4:10-11, Hebrews 10, Without Faith It’s Impossible to Please God, Works of the Law, Works Plus Faith, Draw Near to God, Cleanse and Purify Yourself, James 4:8, Strive to Enter Rest, God Rested, Hebrews 4:10-11, After Working Jesus Sat Down, Disobedience of Faith, Old Testament Trade-Off System, Judaism Plus Jesus, Erroneous Grace-Based Narrative of James, Evidence of Faith Through Works, Faith Alone Is Evidence, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Substance of Things Hoped For, Made Perfect Through Blood of Jesus, Hebrews 10:14, Saved By Grace Through Faith, Ephesians 2:8-10, Surrounded by Great Cloud of Witnesses 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16202054 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0600 3325 274 full false 5 Lies Pastors Teach About James (11-24-24) 5 Lies Pastors Teach About James (11-24-24) Topics: Justification, James, Pastoral Dominance, Acts 15, Acts 21, Abraham and Rahab, Council of Jerusalem, Response of Faith, Judaizers in Antioch, Peter Not Eating With Gentiles, James Disagreeing Gospel is Grace Alone, Error of Pastors in Charge at Church, Church History, Lies or Error, Grace Narratives on James, Twisting Scripture on James, Acts 15:19-29, Galatians 2:16, Romans 4:5, Yoke of Slavery on Gentiles, Works Don’t Justify Anyone, Error of Showing Faith is Genuine, Genesis 15:6, Joshua 2, Justified in Front of Men, James Pressured Paul, Cleanse Your Hands, Purify Yourself, James Still Going to the Temple, Love One Another, Don’t Create Factions Over James

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]]> Topics: Justification, James, Pastoral Dominance, Acts 15, Acts 21, Abraham and Rahab, Council of Jerusalem, Response of Faith, Judaizers in Antioch, Peter Not Eating With Gentiles, James Disagreeing Gospel is Grace Alone, Error of Pastors in Charge at Church, Church History, Lies or Error, Grace Narratives on James, Twisting Scripture on James, Acts 15:19-29, Galatians 2:16, Romans 4:5, Yoke of Slavery on Gentiles, Works Don’t Justify Anyone, Error of Showing Faith is Genuine, Genesis 15:6, Joshua 2, Justified in Front of Men, James Pressured Paul, Cleanse Your Hands, Purify Yourself, James Still Going to the Temple, Love One Another, Don’t Create Factions Over James

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16165279 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:00:00 -0600 3235 273 full false 10 Reasons James and Paul Disagreed (11-17-24) 10 Reasons James and Paul Disagreed (11-17-24) Topics: James 1-2, James 2:14-25, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 4:1-5, Romans 11:6, James’ View of Faith And Works, Paul’s Teaching on Grace And Faith, The Role of Works in Salvation, Abraham’s Faith Versus Works Debate, The Concept of Being Justified by Faith, Contrasting Definitions of the Law, The Law as Liberty Versus Death, James’ Perspective on the Law of Moses, Paul’s Critique of Legalism, Faith Without Works Versus Faith Alone, The Perfect Law of Liberty in James, Ministry of Death in Paul’s Teaching, The Relationship Between Faith and Righteousness, Abraham’s Journey of Faith In Genesis, The Thief on the Cross and Salvation, Contextual Misinterpretations Of James, Gaslighting In Religious Debates, Red Herrings In Theological Discussions, The Role Of Pastors in Church Doctrine, Questioning Traditional Church Hierarchies, Misuse Of The Title “Pastor,” Donations And Power Dynamics In Ministries, Cult-Like Behaviors In Church Leadership, Judging Faith by Works Or Belief, The Spirit Versus the Flesh in Galatians, How Law Observance Influences Sin, Blessings in Christ Versus Blessings by Works, Conviction by the Law Versus Grace, James And Paul On Hearing and Doing, The Historical Context Of James’ Epistle, The Jerusalem Council And Grace, Peter’s Conflict With James, Jesus’ Teachings Versus James’ Epistle, The Bread Of Life in John 6, Works Of The Law Versus Works of Faith, Covenant Mixture Teachings, New Covenant Community Challenges, The Purpose of James in The Bible, Cognitive Dissonance In Doctrine, The Impact Of Legalism On Believers, False Narratives from Church Traditions, Identifying Religious Double-Talk, Freedom In Christ Versus Law Bondage, Faith as a Gift Of God, Judging Others Based On Works, Good Works As A Product Of Faith, Paul’s View Of the Body Of Christ 

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]]> Topics: James 1-2, James 2:14-25, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 4:1-5, Romans 11:6, James’ View of Faith And Works, Paul’s Teaching on Grace And Faith, The Role of Works in Salvation, Abraham’s Faith Versus Works Debate, The Concept of Being Justified by Faith, Contrasting Definitions of the Law, The Law as Liberty Versus Death, James’ Perspective on the Law of Moses, Paul’s Critique of Legalism, Faith Without Works Versus Faith Alone, The Perfect Law of Liberty in James, Ministry of Death in Paul’s Teaching, The Relationship Between Faith and Righteousness, Abraham’s Journey of Faith In Genesis, The Thief on the Cross and Salvation, Contextual Misinterpretations Of James, Gaslighting In Religious Debates, Red Herrings In Theological Discussions, The Role Of Pastors in Church Doctrine, Questioning Traditional Church Hierarchies, Misuse Of The Title “Pastor,” Donations And Power Dynamics In Ministries, Cult-Like Behaviors In Church Leadership, Judging Faith by Works Or Belief, The Spirit Versus the Flesh in Galatians, How Law Observance Influences Sin, Blessings in Christ Versus Blessings by Works, Conviction by the Law Versus Grace, James And Paul On Hearing and Doing, The Historical Context Of James’ Epistle, The Jerusalem Council And Grace, Peter’s Conflict With James, Jesus’ Teachings Versus James’ Epistle, The Bread Of Life in John 6, Works Of The Law Versus Works of Faith, Covenant Mixture Teachings, New Covenant Community Challenges, The Purpose of James in The Bible, Cognitive Dissonance In Doctrine, The Impact Of Legalism On Believers, False Narratives from Church Traditions, Identifying Religious Double-Talk, Freedom In Christ Versus Law Bondage, Faith as a Gift Of God, Judging Others Based On Works, Good Works As A Product Of Faith, Paul’s View Of the Body Of Christ 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16121811 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0600 3574 272 full false Why "Faith Without Works Is Dead" Is Works of the Law (11-10-24) Why "Faith Without Works Is Dead" Is Works of the Law (11-10-24) Topics: James, Faith Without Works, James 1, James 2, James 2:14-24, Most Pastors Won’t Teach Truth About James, James and Paul Did Not Agree, Don’t Take James Out of the Bible, Works of the Law, I Would Agree If I Could Proof-Text, Read James 1 and 2 Together, James Written Before Acts 15, Acts 21 James Rebukes Paul for Not Teaching Law of Moses, Proof-texing John 6:29 Only Way to Say James and Jesus Agreed, 5-Page Letter and Proof-texting, James 1 and 2 Reveals Context of Faith Without Works Is Dead, James Teaches Law Plus Jesus, Lists Multiple Commandments in the Law then Says Faith Without These Deeds Are Dead, Take Care of Widows Orphans and Less Fortunate, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself, Do Not Murder, Do Not Commit Adultery, James 2:14, James 2:15, James 2:16, James 2:17, James 2:18, James 2:19, James 2:20, James 2:21, James 2:22, James 2:23, James 2:24, Be a Doer of the Word, Logon, Implanted Word Able to Save Your Soul, That Which is Said is the Law, Address to Those Under the Law, To the 12 Tribes, We Will Do Everything in the Law, Exodus 19, If You This You Will Be Blessed, Look into Perfect Law Of Liberty and Do, Blessed in Your Doing, Deuteronomy 8, If you Do This I Will Bless You, Law of Liberty and Royal Law is James Describing Law of Moses, Jews Did not Have a Law of Liberty or Royal Law, Don’t Be a Hearer But a Doer, Be Ye Doers, What Jesus said in John 6 Compared to What James said in James 2, James Says the Opposite, The Work of God is to Believe in the One Whom He Has Sent, The Work of God Is Not the Work of the Law, Jesus Says Nothing About Specific Response of Faith, What Works to Do to Get Food that Doesn’t Spoil, He Just Fed the 5,000, They Wanted More Food, Compares Himself to the Manna Fed to Ancestors, Food From Heaven that Did not Spoil, He is that Bread, Believe in Him and You are Doing the Work Required, James Lists Specific Things to Do and Jesus Doesn’t Do That, If You Read James 1 and 2 Together You’ll See that Faith Without Works Is Dead Is Works of the Law, Double-Talk, Works of Judaism With Jesus

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]]> Topics: James, Faith Without Works, James 1, James 2, James 2:14-24, Most Pastors Won’t Teach Truth About James, James and Paul Did Not Agree, Don’t Take James Out of the Bible, Works of the Law, I Would Agree If I Could Proof-Text, Read James 1 and 2 Together, James Written Before Acts 15, Acts 21 James Rebukes Paul for Not Teaching Law of Moses, Proof-texing John 6:29 Only Way to Say James and Jesus Agreed, 5-Page Letter and Proof-texting, James 1 and 2 Reveals Context of Faith Without Works Is Dead, James Teaches Law Plus Jesus, Lists Multiple Commandments in the Law then Says Faith Without These Deeds Are Dead, Take Care of Widows Orphans and Less Fortunate, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself, Do Not Murder, Do Not Commit Adultery, James 2:14, James 2:15, James 2:16, James 2:17, James 2:18, James 2:19, James 2:20, James 2:21, James 2:22, James 2:23, James 2:24, Be a Doer of the Word, Logon, Implanted Word Able to Save Your Soul, That Which is Said is the Law, Address to Those Under the Law, To the 12 Tribes, We Will Do Everything in the Law, Exodus 19, If You This You Will Be Blessed, Look into Perfect Law Of Liberty and Do, Blessed in Your Doing, Deuteronomy 8, If you Do This I Will Bless You, Law of Liberty and Royal Law is James Describing Law of Moses, Jews Did not Have a Law of Liberty or Royal Law, Don’t Be a Hearer But a Doer, Be Ye Doers, What Jesus said in John 6 Compared to What James said in James 2, James Says the Opposite, The Work of God is to Believe in the One Whom He Has Sent, The Work of God Is Not the Work of the Law, Jesus Says Nothing About Specific Response of Faith, What Works to Do to Get Food that Doesn’t Spoil, He Just Fed the 5,000, They Wanted More Food, Compares Himself to the Manna Fed to Ancestors, Food From Heaven that Did not Spoil, He is that Bread, Believe in Him and You are Doing the Work Required, James Lists Specific Things to Do and Jesus Doesn’t Do That, If You Read James 1 and 2 Together You’ll See that Faith Without Works Is Dead Is Works of the Law, Double-Talk, Works of Judaism With Jesus

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16080292 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0600 3094 271 full false 5 Reasons Christians Can't Forfeit Their Soul (11-3-24) 5 Reasons Christians Can't Forfeit Their Soul (11-3-24) Topics: Matthew 16:26, Gain Whole World, Forfeit Your Soul, Forfeit a Gift, Free Will, Hebrews 6, Fall Away, Taste But Not Swallow, Drink in the Rain, Temple Work, Difference in Spirit Soul and Body, Psyche, Mind Free Will and Emotions, Thinker Chooser and Feeler, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, What Would it Profit a Man if He Gains the Whole World and Forfeits His Soul, Context of Matthew 16 begins at Verse 24, Law-Based Teaching, Impossible Standard, Gaining Whole World Financially Proved Jew Was Following Commandments, Trade-Off System, Deuteronomy 8, Can’t Serve Both God and Money, Matthew 6, Easier For Camel to Go Through Eye of Needle, Matthew 19 and Mark 10, Who Can Be Saved, Doing Something Sinful to Earn Money Won’t Forfeit a Christian’s Soul, Forfeiting Soul Doesn’t Compare to Forfeiting a Gift, God’s Gift Not Same as Human Gift, His Gift if Life of Christ, Romans 6, You’ve Received Life, Colossians 2, Christ Who is Your Life, Colossians 3, You Can Only Forfeit the Gift of Life If Christ No Longer Lives, Romand 6 and Hebrews 7 says He lives Forever, Forfeit Being Born From Earthly Parents, John 1 Says You’re His Child, John 3 Says You’ve Been Born Again, If you Denied Being Born From Parents You Still Have Free Will, Hebrews 6 Is About Unbelievers, Directed at Hebrews Doing Temple Work, Never Believed, Taste-Tested, Drinking in the Rain Is Believing God About His Son, They Fell Away Back Toward Animal Blood Sacrifices Rather Than Believe in Sacrifice of Jesus, Dead Works, Walk Away From Salvation Not Possible, 1 John 2:19, They Went From Us Because Never Part of Us Were Unbelievers, Believers Can’t Walk Away From Life of Christ Therefore Can’t Forfeit Soul

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]]> Topics: Matthew 16:26, Gain Whole World, Forfeit Your Soul, Forfeit a Gift, Free Will, Hebrews 6, Fall Away, Taste But Not Swallow, Drink in the Rain, Temple Work, Difference in Spirit Soul and Body, Psyche, Mind Free Will and Emotions, Thinker Chooser and Feeler, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, What Would it Profit a Man if He Gains the Whole World and Forfeits His Soul, Context of Matthew 16 begins at Verse 24, Law-Based Teaching, Impossible Standard, Gaining Whole World Financially Proved Jew Was Following Commandments, Trade-Off System, Deuteronomy 8, Can’t Serve Both God and Money, Matthew 6, Easier For Camel to Go Through Eye of Needle, Matthew 19 and Mark 10, Who Can Be Saved, Doing Something Sinful to Earn Money Won’t Forfeit a Christian’s Soul, Forfeiting Soul Doesn’t Compare to Forfeiting a Gift, God’s Gift Not Same as Human Gift, His Gift if Life of Christ, Romans 6, You’ve Received Life, Colossians 2, Christ Who is Your Life, Colossians 3, You Can Only Forfeit the Gift of Life If Christ No Longer Lives, Romand 6 and Hebrews 7 says He lives Forever, Forfeit Being Born From Earthly Parents, John 1 Says You’re His Child, John 3 Says You’ve Been Born Again, If you Denied Being Born From Parents You Still Have Free Will, Hebrews 6 Is About Unbelievers, Directed at Hebrews Doing Temple Work, Never Believed, Taste-Tested, Drinking in the Rain Is Believing God About His Son, They Fell Away Back Toward Animal Blood Sacrifices Rather Than Believe in Sacrifice of Jesus, Dead Works, Walk Away From Salvation Not Possible, 1 John 2:19, They Went From Us Because Never Part of Us Were Unbelievers, Believers Can’t Walk Away From Life of Christ Therefore Can’t Forfeit Soul

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-16040115 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0600 2609 270 full false Can Christians be Under Generational Curses? (10-27-24) Can Christians be Under Generational Curses? (10-27-24) Topics: Generational Curse, Curses, Satan Cursed First, Genesis 3, Earth Cursed, Genesis 4, Sin Entered Through Adam, Hamartia, Infects Everything Physical, Romans 5, Curses in Old Testament, Primarily in Deuteronomy, Jews Agreed to Follow All Commandments, Cursed If They Don’t, Generations Cursed Because of Old Covenant, Relatives of Jews, Unless Jewish Curse Did Not Apply, Christ Redeemed Jews From Curse of Law by Becoming a Curse, Galatians 3:13, Christ Born Under the Law to Redeem Those Under the Law, Galatians 4,  System of Blessing and Cursing, Moses Established Old Covenant, Deuteronomy 4, Deuteronomy 8, Deuteronomy 30, Non-Jews Not Under that Curse or Covenant, Ephesians 2:12, If Commandments Broken Blood Must Be Shed, Day of Atonement, 365 Days of Forgiveness, Jews Never Asked, Confessed, nor Repented for Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22, Jews Not Believing God But Using Him for Health and Wealth, Lost Sheep of Israel, Matthew 14, Canaanite Woman, God Interested in Belief, Can’t Serve God and Money, Matthew 6, Easier for Camel to Go Through Eye of Needle Than for Rich Man to Enter Heaven, Matthew 19 and Mark 10, Who Can Be Saved Then, Christ Went to Cross and Absorbed All Curses in Himself, Both for Jew and Gentile, Galatians 3:28, Every Generational Curse Verses Describing Ancestors of Jews Under the Law, Health Wealth Preachers Use Those Passages, Blessed with Every Spiritual Blessing in Christ, Ephesians 1, Truth About Generational Curses, Curses Cannot Be Passed Down Through Bloodlines, Habits Can be Passed Down but Not Curses, No Need to Pray Prayers to Break Generational Curses, Jesus Cursed Fig Tree Because it Represented the System of the Law, Mark 11 and Matthew 21, If you Rely on Any Part of Law You’re Relying on a Curse, Galatians 3:10, Health and Finances Won’t be Cursed for Sinning, Nobody Can Put Curse On you, Truth About Blessings, Received the Blessing of David, Acts 13, Blessed through the Seed of Abraham, Galatians 3, Blessed Because God No Longer Hold Sins Against You and You’re Forgiven, Romans 4, Blessed Because You’ve Drank in the Rain, Hebrews 6, Inferior Blessed by Superior, Hebrews 7, Blessed Because You Share in the Resurrection, Revelation 20, Blessed Washed and Enter into Heaven Through Gate, Revelation 22 

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]]> Topics: Generational Curse, Curses, Satan Cursed First, Genesis 3, Earth Cursed, Genesis 4, Sin Entered Through Adam, Hamartia, Infects Everything Physical, Romans 5, Curses in Old Testament, Primarily in Deuteronomy, Jews Agreed to Follow All Commandments, Cursed If They Don’t, Generations Cursed Because of Old Covenant, Relatives of Jews, Unless Jewish Curse Did Not Apply, Christ Redeemed Jews From Curse of Law by Becoming a Curse, Galatians 3:13, Christ Born Under the Law to Redeem Those Under the Law, Galatians 4,  System of Blessing and Cursing, Moses Established Old Covenant, Deuteronomy 4, Deuteronomy 8, Deuteronomy 30, Non-Jews Not Under that Curse or Covenant, Ephesians 2:12, If Commandments Broken Blood Must Be Shed, Day of Atonement, 365 Days of Forgiveness, Jews Never Asked, Confessed, nor Repented for Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22, Jews Not Believing God But Using Him for Health and Wealth, Lost Sheep of Israel, Matthew 14, Canaanite Woman, God Interested in Belief, Can’t Serve God and Money, Matthew 6, Easier for Camel to Go Through Eye of Needle Than for Rich Man to Enter Heaven, Matthew 19 and Mark 10, Who Can Be Saved Then, Christ Went to Cross and Absorbed All Curses in Himself, Both for Jew and Gentile, Galatians 3:28, Every Generational Curse Verses Describing Ancestors of Jews Under the Law, Health Wealth Preachers Use Those Passages, Blessed with Every Spiritual Blessing in Christ, Ephesians 1, Truth About Generational Curses, Curses Cannot Be Passed Down Through Bloodlines, Habits Can be Passed Down but Not Curses, No Need to Pray Prayers to Break Generational Curses, Jesus Cursed Fig Tree Because it Represented the System of the Law, Mark 11 and Matthew 21, If you Rely on Any Part of Law You’re Relying on a Curse, Galatians 3:10, Health and Finances Won’t be Cursed for Sinning, Nobody Can Put Curse On you, Truth About Blessings, Received the Blessing of David, Acts 13, Blessed through the Seed of Abraham, Galatians 3, Blessed Because God No Longer Hold Sins Against You and You’re Forgiven, Romans 4, Blessed Because You’ve Drank in the Rain, Hebrews 6, Inferior Blessed by Superior, Hebrews 7, Blessed Because You Share in the Resurrection, Revelation 20, Blessed Washed and Enter into Heaven Through Gate, Revelation 22 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15999154 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0500 3510 269 full false 5 Lies About Demonic Oppression (10-20-24) 5 Lies About Demonic Oppression (10-20-24) Topics: Demonic Oppression, Oppression, Oppressed by Demon, Oppression or Possession, Difference in Possessed or Oppressed, Licentious and Legalistic Sin, Christians Oppressed, Paul Oppressed in Acts 16 and 2 Corinthians, Acts 8:7, Many Impure Spirits Came Out, Casting Demons Not Goal of Early Church, Demons Would Just Come Back to Unbelievers, What Causes Demonic Oppression, Anything Opposite of Who You are and the Holy Spirit, Spirit Won’t Leave Your or Let Demons Touch You, Wreak Havoc in Home, Involved in Occult or Affair or Legalistic Church, Obsessed with Scary Entertainment or an Individual, Around You Influence You and Scare You, Slamming Doors, Knocking Things Over, Loud Noises or Shrieks, Not Living Right or Close to God, Every Christian Lives Right but We don’t Always Have Right Choices, We Are Hidden in God, Colossians 3:3, Involved in Things Not of Faith, Walk in Righteousness, What Fellowship Does Light Have With Darkness, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Sick and Poor, Children’s Hospitals Oppressed, Divorced Dad Oppressed, Physical Healing and Financial Independence, Health Wealth Gospel, Boss God Around, It’s Guaranteed, That’s My Confirmation, Secret of Contentment, Philippians 4:12, Paul Said to be Content in All Circumstances, Philippians 4:12-13, God’s Grace is Suffice, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Fallen Planet, Flawed DNA, Uncontrollable Circumstances and Choices of Others, Everyone Healed Still Dies, Everyone Financially Well Off Leaves Penniless, By His Stripes We are Healed from Isaiah is Guaranteed Spiritual Healing, Sleep Paralysis, REM Sleep, God Doesn’t Remove Protection While You Sleep, Why Do I Have Demonic Dreams, Dreams Programmed by Subconscious, Subconscious Programmed by Your Eyes and Ears, What Are you Watching and Listing to on Regular Basis, Where Are You Frequenting, Sexual Stuff, Scary Stuff, Legalistic Stuff, Political Stuff, Video Games, Focused on Certain Person, Dreams Will Reflect That, It’s Not a Demon, So Important to Focus on Whatever Is Pure Right Noble Lovely, Think About Such Things, Rejoice in The Lord Always, Dreams Can Also Come From Diet, Addictions Are Not Demonic Oppression, Demons Can’t Cause Addiction, Addiction Not Demon, Addiction Is Believing Lie About What you Want and Who You Are as Saint, Casting Out Demons of Addictions From Believers, Spirit of Addiction, Deliverance Ministries Make No Big Deal of Jesus, Break Free From Addictions by Reminding Yourself How Forgiven and Righteous You Are, Oppressed During Addiction, Demons Can’t Oppress Parts of You, Confused With Oppression and Possession, Spirit Soul Boy is Blameless, Sealed With the Spirit, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Lie to You About You, Accuser of Brethren, Mental Illness Isn’t Demonic Oppression, Anxiety Depression and Intrusive Thoughts are Chemical Imbalances, Need Treatment Not Deliverance, Colossians 1:13, We Have Been Delivered From Domain of Darkness Into Jesus, Up to 40% of Mental Hospital Patients Think They Are Oppressed or Possessed, Truth About Demonic Oppression, Not Same as Possession, What You Watch Listen to and Constantly Go to Can Cause Oppression, Legalistic or Licentious, Doesn’t Mean You’re Not Saved, Mostly Ignore Demons, Paul Ignored Demons Until Bothered, Remember God Hasn’t Given You a Spirit of Fear, 1 Timothy 1:7, Set Your Mind on Good Things, Remind Yourself That He Who Is In You is Greater

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]]> Topics: Demonic Oppression, Oppression, Oppressed by Demon, Oppression or Possession, Difference in Possessed or Oppressed, Licentious and Legalistic Sin, Christians Oppressed, Paul Oppressed in Acts 16 and 2 Corinthians, Acts 8:7, Many Impure Spirits Came Out, Casting Demons Not Goal of Early Church, Demons Would Just Come Back to Unbelievers, What Causes Demonic Oppression, Anything Opposite of Who You are and the Holy Spirit, Spirit Won’t Leave Your or Let Demons Touch You, Wreak Havoc in Home, Involved in Occult or Affair or Legalistic Church, Obsessed with Scary Entertainment or an Individual, Around You Influence You and Scare You, Slamming Doors, Knocking Things Over, Loud Noises or Shrieks, Not Living Right or Close to God, Every Christian Lives Right but We don’t Always Have Right Choices, We Are Hidden in God, Colossians 3:3, Involved in Things Not of Faith, Walk in Righteousness, What Fellowship Does Light Have With Darkness, 2 Corinthians 6:14, Sick and Poor, Children’s Hospitals Oppressed, Divorced Dad Oppressed, Physical Healing and Financial Independence, Health Wealth Gospel, Boss God Around, It’s Guaranteed, That’s My Confirmation, Secret of Contentment, Philippians 4:12, Paul Said to be Content in All Circumstances, Philippians 4:12-13, God’s Grace is Suffice, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Fallen Planet, Flawed DNA, Uncontrollable Circumstances and Choices of Others, Everyone Healed Still Dies, Everyone Financially Well Off Leaves Penniless, By His Stripes We are Healed from Isaiah is Guaranteed Spiritual Healing, Sleep Paralysis, REM Sleep, God Doesn’t Remove Protection While You Sleep, Why Do I Have Demonic Dreams, Dreams Programmed by Subconscious, Subconscious Programmed by Your Eyes and Ears, What Are you Watching and Listing to on Regular Basis, Where Are You Frequenting, Sexual Stuff, Scary Stuff, Legalistic Stuff, Political Stuff, Video Games, Focused on Certain Person, Dreams Will Reflect That, It’s Not a Demon, So Important to Focus on Whatever Is Pure Right Noble Lovely, Think About Such Things, Rejoice in The Lord Always, Dreams Can Also Come From Diet, Addictions Are Not Demonic Oppression, Demons Can’t Cause Addiction, Addiction Not Demon, Addiction Is Believing Lie About What you Want and Who You Are as Saint, Casting Out Demons of Addictions From Believers, Spirit of Addiction, Deliverance Ministries Make No Big Deal of Jesus, Break Free From Addictions by Reminding Yourself How Forgiven and Righteous You Are, Oppressed During Addiction, Demons Can’t Oppress Parts of You, Confused With Oppression and Possession, Spirit Soul Boy is Blameless, Sealed With the Spirit, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Lie to You About You, Accuser of Brethren, Mental Illness Isn’t Demonic Oppression, Anxiety Depression and Intrusive Thoughts are Chemical Imbalances, Need Treatment Not Deliverance, Colossians 1:13, We Have Been Delivered From Domain of Darkness Into Jesus, Up to 40% of Mental Hospital Patients Think They Are Oppressed or Possessed, Truth About Demonic Oppression, Not Same as Possession, What You Watch Listen to and Constantly Go to Can Cause Oppression, Legalistic or Licentious, Doesn’t Mean You’re Not Saved, Mostly Ignore Demons, Paul Ignored Demons Until Bothered, Remember God Hasn’t Given You a Spirit of Fear, 1 Timothy 1:7, Set Your Mind on Good Things, Remind Yourself That He Who Is In You is Greater

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15957378 Sun, 20 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0500 3384 268 full false Can a Christian be Possessed by a Demon? (10-13-24) Can a Christian be Possessed by a Demon? (10-13-24) Topics: Demons, Demonic Possession, Demons in Old Testament, Demons in New Testament, Demons Primarily Mentioned in Gospels, Jesus Destroyed Work of the Devil, 1 John 3:8, Power of Demons Before and After the Cross, Demonic Realm Disarmed at the Cross, Colossians 2:15, Jesus Made Public Spectacle of Them, Demons Not Focus of the Ecclesia After the Cross, How Many Times Do We See Demon Casting or Christian Having a Problem with a Demon, Full Armor of God, Ephesians 6, Christians Have Done This, Armor Is Christ, All Attacks Come From Outside Never From Within, Resist the Devil and He Will Flee, James 4:7, James Ignoring What Christ Accomplished, You Don’t Resist Someone Who’s Been Disarmed, Thorn in Paul’s Side, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Messenger of Satan, Super Apostles, Appearing as Angels of Light, Meant to Torment Him, Grace Was Not Enough, Attacked by People Who Belittle Grace, The Evil One Cannot Even Touch You, 1 John 5:18, Demon-Possessed Girl, Acts 16, Unbelieving Jewish Exorcists, Acts 19, Jesus and Paul I Know, Neither Instance a Believer,  Paul Did Not Hunt Down Demons, Sealed Up With the Spirit, Ephesians 1:13, Cast Out Demons They Will Come Back, Cast Out Means to Make go Away, No Instructions in New Testament to Cast Out Demons from Believers or Even Unbelievers, These Signs Will Follow, They Will Cast out Demons, Mark 16:17, Mark 9-20 Not in Original Text, Demon-Casting Ministries, No Such Ministry in Acts or Epistles, Unbelievers Casting out Demons, House Swept Clean and Will Bring More Demons, Matthew 12, They Make No Big Deal of What Christ Accomplished, Revolving Door of Dependence on Them But No Biblical Foundation, Believer Felt Demon, Emotional Situations with Groups Don’t Indicate Truth, Hypnotic, Concerts, Sensationalism, Jesus Prayed for the Father to Protect you From the Evil One, John 17:15, You’re the Temple of God, 1 Corinthians 3:16 and 6:19, House Divided Will Fall, You are God’s House, Hebrews 3:6

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]]> Topics: Demons, Demonic Possession, Demons in Old Testament, Demons in New Testament, Demons Primarily Mentioned in Gospels, Jesus Destroyed Work of the Devil, 1 John 3:8, Power of Demons Before and After the Cross, Demonic Realm Disarmed at the Cross, Colossians 2:15, Jesus Made Public Spectacle of Them, Demons Not Focus of the Ecclesia After the Cross, How Many Times Do We See Demon Casting or Christian Having a Problem with a Demon, Full Armor of God, Ephesians 6, Christians Have Done This, Armor Is Christ, All Attacks Come From Outside Never From Within, Resist the Devil and He Will Flee, James 4:7, James Ignoring What Christ Accomplished, You Don’t Resist Someone Who’s Been Disarmed, Thorn in Paul’s Side, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Messenger of Satan, Super Apostles, Appearing as Angels of Light, Meant to Torment Him, Grace Was Not Enough, Attacked by People Who Belittle Grace, The Evil One Cannot Even Touch You, 1 John 5:18, Demon-Possessed Girl, Acts 16, Unbelieving Jewish Exorcists, Acts 19, Jesus and Paul I Know, Neither Instance a Believer,  Paul Did Not Hunt Down Demons, Sealed Up With the Spirit, Ephesians 1:13, Cast Out Demons They Will Come Back, Cast Out Means to Make go Away, No Instructions in New Testament to Cast Out Demons from Believers or Even Unbelievers, These Signs Will Follow, They Will Cast out Demons, Mark 16:17, Mark 9-20 Not in Original Text, Demon-Casting Ministries, No Such Ministry in Acts or Epistles, Unbelievers Casting out Demons, House Swept Clean and Will Bring More Demons, Matthew 12, They Make No Big Deal of What Christ Accomplished, Revolving Door of Dependence on Them But No Biblical Foundation, Believer Felt Demon, Emotional Situations with Groups Don’t Indicate Truth, Hypnotic, Concerts, Sensationalism, Jesus Prayed for the Father to Protect you From the Evil One, John 17:15, You’re the Temple of God, 1 Corinthians 3:16 and 6:19, House Divided Will Fall, You are God’s House, Hebrews 3:6

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15918449 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0500 3157 267 full false 5 Reasons James Didn't Understand Grace (10-6-24) 5 Reasons James Didn't Understand Grace (10-6-24) Temptation Then Will Be Approved, Crown Of Life, We’ve Received the Life of Christ, Symbolic Elders Cast Crowns, Only If you Love God, Incorruptible Love in Ephesians 6, Builds Up Sin, Seed of Desires, Hebrews 13 Says Believers Have a Clear conscience and Desire to Live Honorably in Every Way, Don’t Be Hearer But Doer, Paul Said in Romans 2 Doers of Law Will be Judged by Law, Deceive Your Own Heart, Romans 6 Says We’ve Become Obedient From Heart, Keep Yourself Unstained From World, Paul Said We’ve Been Washed, Break One Commandment, Show You My Faith By My Works, You Believe God, You Do Well, Even Demons Believe, Faith Without Works Is Dead, Abraham and Issac, Abraham Believed God Before Isaac Was Even Born and Was Righteous, What About the Works of Hagar and Ismael, Justification in Front of Men, Paul Said He Doesn’t Care Who Judges Him He Doesn’t Even Judge Himself, Teachers Judged Greater By God, Able to Bridal Tongue, Tongue Cause You to be Set on Fire, Cannot Tame Tongue, Tongue is Evil Unruly Full of Poison, Confuses Who You Are With What We Do, Talks About God as If He’s Far Away, You Don’t Have Because You Don’t Ask, Not Getting What You Ask For Because of Your Intentions, If Friends With World You’re Enemy of God, Jesus Said Don’t Take Out of World But to Protect Them, John 17, Paul Said He Became as a Jew and Greek in 1 Corinthians, Good Old-Fashioned Christian Guilt Followed Up by Dab of Grace, God Resists the Proud But Gives Grace to Humble, Double-Talk and Double Standard, Didn’t You Just Say Show me Your Faith I’ll Show you MY Works, Resist the Devil and He Will Flee, Colossians 2 Says He’s Disarmed, 1 John 3 Says Jesus Destroyed His work, 1 John 5 Says Evil One Cannot Even Touch You, Draw Near to God and He’ll Draw Near to You, Cleans Your Hands You Sinners, Purify Your Hearts You Double-Minded, Weep Mourn and Full of Gloom, Speaking Ill of Brother Insults the Law, Who Are You To Judge Another, Don’t Make Plans, Only If God Wills It, Such Boasting Is Evil, Attacks the Rich, Uses Job As who to Be Like, Mentions Being Anointed With Oil, We All Have Anointing From Holy One, 1 John 2:20, Fervent Prayers of Righteous Avails Much, All Payers Are Heard, Jesus Called Sinner in John 9, God Hears All Prayers, Holy Spirit Prays For us, Uses Elijah As Example of Who to Be Like, Transfiguration Says Only Listen to Jesus, Turn Sinner From Error of Their Way, Save Soul From Death, This Will Cover Multitude of Sin, Propitiation Is Better, Jesus Is Propitiation, Nothing About Jesus or New Covenant or Ministry of Spirit 

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]]> Temptation Then Will Be Approved, Crown Of Life, We’ve Received the Life of Christ, Symbolic Elders Cast Crowns, Only If you Love God, Incorruptible Love in Ephesians 6, Builds Up Sin, Seed of Desires, Hebrews 13 Says Believers Have a Clear conscience and Desire to Live Honorably in Every Way, Don’t Be Hearer But Doer, Paul Said in Romans 2 Doers of Law Will be Judged by Law, Deceive Your Own Heart, Romans 6 Says We’ve Become Obedient From Heart, Keep Yourself Unstained From World, Paul Said We’ve Been Washed, Break One Commandment, Show You My Faith By My Works, You Believe God, You Do Well, Even Demons Believe, Faith Without Works Is Dead, Abraham and Issac, Abraham Believed God Before Isaac Was Even Born and Was Righteous, What About the Works of Hagar and Ismael, Justification in Front of Men, Paul Said He Doesn’t Care Who Judges Him He Doesn’t Even Judge Himself, Teachers Judged Greater By God, Able to Bridal Tongue, Tongue Cause You to be Set on Fire, Cannot Tame Tongue, Tongue is Evil Unruly Full of Poison, Confuses Who You Are With What We Do, Talks About God as If He’s Far Away, You Don’t Have Because You Don’t Ask, Not Getting What You Ask For Because of Your Intentions, If Friends With World You’re Enemy of God, Jesus Said Don’t Take Out of World But to Protect Them, John 17, Paul Said He Became as a Jew and Greek in 1 Corinthians, Good Old-Fashioned Christian Guilt Followed Up by Dab of Grace, God Resists the Proud But Gives Grace to Humble, Double-Talk and Double Standard, Didn’t You Just Say Show me Your Faith I’ll Show you MY Works, Resist the Devil and He Will Flee, Colossians 2 Says He’s Disarmed, 1 John 3 Says Jesus Destroyed His work, 1 John 5 Says Evil One Cannot Even Touch You, Draw Near to God and He’ll Draw Near to You, Cleans Your Hands You Sinners, Purify Your Hearts You Double-Minded, Weep Mourn and Full of Gloom, Speaking Ill of Brother Insults the Law, Who Are You To Judge Another, Don’t Make Plans, Only If God Wills It, Such Boasting Is Evil, Attacks the Rich, Uses Job As who to Be Like, Mentions Being Anointed With Oil, We All Have Anointing From Holy One, 1 John 2:20, Fervent Prayers of Righteous Avails Much, All Payers Are Heard, Jesus Called Sinner in John 9, God Hears All Prayers, Holy Spirit Prays For us, Uses Elijah As Example of Who to Be Like, Transfiguration Says Only Listen to Jesus, Turn Sinner From Error of Their Way, Save Soul From Death, This Will Cover Multitude of Sin, Propitiation Is Better, Jesus Is Propitiation, Nothing About Jesus or New Covenant or Ministry of Spirit 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15877825 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0500 4171 266 full false Faith Without Works Is Dead: Understanding the Book of James (9-29-24) Faith Without Works Is Dead: Understanding the Book of James (9-29-24) Topics: Faith Without Works Is Dead, Book of James, Letter of James, James 2, James Chapter 1-5, Written to 12 Tribes, Covenant Mixture Theology, Did James Fully Understand New Covenant, Someone Else’s Mail, Relief Not Addressed to You, Most Likely First Epistle Written, Acts 15, Council of Jerusalem, Apostles Met to Determine Gentiles Believing, Determine Whether or Not Gentiles Under the Law of Moses, Everyone Agreed Except for James, James Said They Must Follow Parts of the Law, Peter Opposed James, Paul Previously Opposed Peter in Antioch, Confrontation Written About in Galatians 2, Old Wine in New Wineskins, New Patch of Clothing on Old Garment, Acts 15:11 Gentiles Saved by Grace Alone, Two Issues About James Based on the Two Facts, Jews Which Practices Jesus Plus the Law are Practicing Lawlessness, Paul told Timothy They Want to Teach the Law But Don’t Know What They’re Talking About, 1 Timothy 1:7, The Law is Good, 1 Timothy 1:8, The Law Not For the Righteous but Lawless, 1 Timothy 1:9, Addressing Jews at Synagogue in Ephesus, Should We Read This Letter, Read the Same as All Law-Based Scripture, How Do You Read Sermon on the Mount and Lord’s Prayer, True Lord’s Prayer for Believers is John 17 Not Matthew 6, Overview of James, Box Churches Teach it Vehemently, Covenant Mixture, Double-Talk, Religious Hierarchies, False Humility, Comparing Your Works to a Demon as If a Demon Has More Works Than You, Religious Boundary Crossing, If You Don’t Do This You’re Not Really Saved, Grace Is Only for the Really Bad Stuff, No Information About New Covenant, Nothing About Being Reconciled With God, Passive Aggressiveness Such as You Do Well, Nothing About Complete Forgiveness, Nothing About Everyone’s Righteousness, Nothing About You Being a Saint, Shut Yourself off From World, Cleanse Yourself, Judged With Greater Strictness, You Have Evil Desires, Just a whole Lot of Leaven, Who Is James, Half-Brother of Jesus, Wasn’t Believer Until After Resurrection, Possibly the Thorn in Paul’s Side, 2 Corinthians, Super Apostles Appearing as Angels of Light, Party of Circumcision in Galatians, Came in Behind Paul Pushing Law, Possibly the Lawless One in 2 Thessalonians, Don’t Take Out the Letter, Read It Same as Law Letters, Works Are Good If Done in Faith, Dead Works, Created For Good Works, God’s Masterpiece, Summary of Faith Without Works Is Dead, Paul Wrote the Opposite in Romans Ephesians and Galatians, Paul is Stitching James in His Letters, Both Were There in Acts 15, It Is By Grace You’ve Been Saved, Ephesians 2:8-9, The One Who Does Not Work Believes Is Righteous, Romans 4:5, The Work of God is To Believe in the One He Has Sent, John 6:29

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]]> Topics: Faith Without Works Is Dead, Book of James, Letter of James, James 2, James Chapter 1-5, Written to 12 Tribes, Covenant Mixture Theology, Did James Fully Understand New Covenant, Someone Else’s Mail, Relief Not Addressed to You, Most Likely First Epistle Written, Acts 15, Council of Jerusalem, Apostles Met to Determine Gentiles Believing, Determine Whether or Not Gentiles Under the Law of Moses, Everyone Agreed Except for James, James Said They Must Follow Parts of the Law, Peter Opposed James, Paul Previously Opposed Peter in Antioch, Confrontation Written About in Galatians 2, Old Wine in New Wineskins, New Patch of Clothing on Old Garment, Acts 15:11 Gentiles Saved by Grace Alone, Two Issues About James Based on the Two Facts, Jews Which Practices Jesus Plus the Law are Practicing Lawlessness, Paul told Timothy They Want to Teach the Law But Don’t Know What They’re Talking About, 1 Timothy 1:7, The Law is Good, 1 Timothy 1:8, The Law Not For the Righteous but Lawless, 1 Timothy 1:9, Addressing Jews at Synagogue in Ephesus, Should We Read This Letter, Read the Same as All Law-Based Scripture, How Do You Read Sermon on the Mount and Lord’s Prayer, True Lord’s Prayer for Believers is John 17 Not Matthew 6, Overview of James, Box Churches Teach it Vehemently, Covenant Mixture, Double-Talk, Religious Hierarchies, False Humility, Comparing Your Works to a Demon as If a Demon Has More Works Than You, Religious Boundary Crossing, If You Don’t Do This You’re Not Really Saved, Grace Is Only for the Really Bad Stuff, No Information About New Covenant, Nothing About Being Reconciled With God, Passive Aggressiveness Such as You Do Well, Nothing About Complete Forgiveness, Nothing About Everyone’s Righteousness, Nothing About You Being a Saint, Shut Yourself off From World, Cleanse Yourself, Judged With Greater Strictness, You Have Evil Desires, Just a whole Lot of Leaven, Who Is James, Half-Brother of Jesus, Wasn’t Believer Until After Resurrection, Possibly the Thorn in Paul’s Side, 2 Corinthians, Super Apostles Appearing as Angels of Light, Party of Circumcision in Galatians, Came in Behind Paul Pushing Law, Possibly the Lawless One in 2 Thessalonians, Don’t Take Out the Letter, Read It Same as Law Letters, Works Are Good If Done in Faith, Dead Works, Created For Good Works, God’s Masterpiece, Summary of Faith Without Works Is Dead, Paul Wrote the Opposite in Romans Ephesians and Galatians, Paul is Stitching James in His Letters, Both Were There in Acts 15, It Is By Grace You’ve Been Saved, Ephesians 2:8-9, The One Who Does Not Work Believes Is Righteous, Romans 4:5, The Work of God is To Believe in the One He Has Sent, John 6:29

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15836470 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0500 3593 265 full false 5 Lies About Working Out Your Salvation (9-22-24) 5 Lies About Working Out Your Salvation (9-22-24) Topics: Philippians 2:12, Work Out Your Salvation, Fear and Trembling, Philippians 2:13, Philippians 2:1-18, Work for Your Salvation, God Who Works In You, To Will and To Act to Fulfill His Good Purpose, Encouraging Philippians to Love One Another, Philippians Written Approx AD 60, Paul Was Imprisoned by Rome, Express Christ Amongst Themselves in Greek Community, Work God Out Through Your Hands Feet and Mouth, Bear Fruit of the Spirit, Faith Without Works Is Dead, James 2:26, It Is By Grace Through Faith You’re Saved Not Of Yourself, Ephesians 2:8-9, Made Alive In Christ, It Is By Grace You Were Saved, Ephesians 2:5, Because of God’s Great Love for Us, If It’s Based on Grace it Cannot Be Based on Works, Romans 11:6, To the One Who Does Not Work But Believes, Romans 4:5, Working to Stay Saved Means You’re Working For Something You Didn’t Work for to Begin With, When Did James Write His Letter?, Who Did James Write His Letter to?, One of First Epistles Written, To the 12 Tribes, Council of Jerusalem, Acts 15, “Decision” to Allow Gentiles to Believe, James Pushing in Parts of the Law, Peter Opposed James, James Is “Someone Else’s Mail”, Leave In Bible But Read the Same as Sermon on the Mount, Belief is Good but You Need Works to Complete It is Anti-Christ, Paul Wrote Ephesians, Romans, and Galatians to Combat What James Wrote, James Listed as Part of the Party of Circumcision in Galatians, James Called Believing Pharisee in Acts, Appeared as Angel of Light to Corinthians, Lawless One Might be James, Law Not For the Righteous, Early Church Had to Mature Out of Law Observance Just Like Us, Hebrews 8:13, Changed Behavior Does Not Work Out Salvation, Unbelievers Change Their Behavior All the Time, Unbelievers Go to Church Believing They Are Working Out Salvation, Jesus Said Carry Your Cross, Nobody Carried a Cross, Simon of Cyrene, Only Jesus Carried Cross, Impossible Statements Meant to get Listener to Trust Him Instead, With Man This is Impossible but All Things Are possible With God, Some Apostles Died on Cross by Man, Not By God, Jesus Said He Came to Give Life Not Death, Cost of Being a Disciple, Luke 14, Count the Cost, You Can’t Afford It, Trust The Delegation Party Instead, Jesus is the Delegation Party, Living In Sin, Sinning Doesn’t Cause You to Live in Sin, You Live in Sin if you Live in Adam, You Live in Righteousness if You Live in Christ, Living In Christ and Sinning, Living in Adam and Sinning, Romans 6:2, How Can We Who’ve Died to Sin Live in It?, Rhetorical Question, How Can We Who’ve Trusted in Jesus Go to Hell?, Not a Possibility, Sinning Less is Not the Goal, One Sin Would Require Death, Romans 6:23, Jesus Won’t Die Again, “How Can We?”, We Can’t, We’ve Died to Sin and Been Set Free From It, Romans 6:6-7, Old Self Was Crucified, You’re Sinning While You Live In Christ Not Living in Sin, Context of Philippians 2, In Your Relationships With One Another Have Same Mindset as Jesus Christ, Philippians 2:5, Fear and Trembling is Reverence and Awe, You Have the God of the Universe in You, Not Fear and Trembling Based on Punishment Because Jesus Was Already Punished

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]]> Topics: Philippians 2:12, Work Out Your Salvation, Fear and Trembling, Philippians 2:13, Philippians 2:1-18, Work for Your Salvation, God Who Works In You, To Will and To Act to Fulfill His Good Purpose, Encouraging Philippians to Love One Another, Philippians Written Approx AD 60, Paul Was Imprisoned by Rome, Express Christ Amongst Themselves in Greek Community, Work God Out Through Your Hands Feet and Mouth, Bear Fruit of the Spirit, Faith Without Works Is Dead, James 2:26, It Is By Grace Through Faith You’re Saved Not Of Yourself, Ephesians 2:8-9, Made Alive In Christ, It Is By Grace You Were Saved, Ephesians 2:5, Because of God’s Great Love for Us, If It’s Based on Grace it Cannot Be Based on Works, Romans 11:6, To the One Who Does Not Work But Believes, Romans 4:5, Working to Stay Saved Means You’re Working For Something You Didn’t Work for to Begin With, When Did James Write His Letter?, Who Did James Write His Letter to?, One of First Epistles Written, To the 12 Tribes, Council of Jerusalem, Acts 15, “Decision” to Allow Gentiles to Believe, James Pushing in Parts of the Law, Peter Opposed James, James Is “Someone Else’s Mail”, Leave In Bible But Read the Same as Sermon on the Mount, Belief is Good but You Need Works to Complete It is Anti-Christ, Paul Wrote Ephesians, Romans, and Galatians to Combat What James Wrote, James Listed as Part of the Party of Circumcision in Galatians, James Called Believing Pharisee in Acts, Appeared as Angel of Light to Corinthians, Lawless One Might be James, Law Not For the Righteous, Early Church Had to Mature Out of Law Observance Just Like Us, Hebrews 8:13, Changed Behavior Does Not Work Out Salvation, Unbelievers Change Their Behavior All the Time, Unbelievers Go to Church Believing They Are Working Out Salvation, Jesus Said Carry Your Cross, Nobody Carried a Cross, Simon of Cyrene, Only Jesus Carried Cross, Impossible Statements Meant to get Listener to Trust Him Instead, With Man This is Impossible but All Things Are possible With God, Some Apostles Died on Cross by Man, Not By God, Jesus Said He Came to Give Life Not Death, Cost of Being a Disciple, Luke 14, Count the Cost, You Can’t Afford It, Trust The Delegation Party Instead, Jesus is the Delegation Party, Living In Sin, Sinning Doesn’t Cause You to Live in Sin, You Live in Sin if you Live in Adam, You Live in Righteousness if You Live in Christ, Living In Christ and Sinning, Living in Adam and Sinning, Romans 6:2, How Can We Who’ve Died to Sin Live in It?, Rhetorical Question, How Can We Who’ve Trusted in Jesus Go to Hell?, Not a Possibility, Sinning Less is Not the Goal, One Sin Would Require Death, Romans 6:23, Jesus Won’t Die Again, “How Can We?”, We Can’t, We’ve Died to Sin and Been Set Free From It, Romans 6:6-7, Old Self Was Crucified, You’re Sinning While You Live In Christ Not Living in Sin, Context of Philippians 2, In Your Relationships With One Another Have Same Mindset as Jesus Christ, Philippians 2:5, Fear and Trembling is Reverence and Awe, You Have the God of the Universe in You, Not Fear and Trembling Based on Punishment Because Jesus Was Already Punished

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15795323 Sun, 22 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3216 264 full false 5 Lies About Once Saved Always Saved (9-15-24) 5 Lies About Once Saved Always Saved (9-15-24) Topics: OSAS, Once Saved Always Saved, Stop Sinning, Only Saved Until Sinning Again, Nobody Would Be Saved, Romans 6:23, Wages of Sin is Death, Free Gift of Eternal Life In Christ Jesus Our Lord, Paul Explains Death and Eternal Life, Both Opposites, Goal Isn’t To Stop Sinning But To Enjoy Free Gift of Eternal Life, Downplaying Free Gift and Ignoring Wages of Sin, Stop Ignoring the Wages, They Think They Are Preaching Sin But They Aren’t, If They Preached Sin They’d Preach Death, Stop Comparing Sins And Realize They’re Hopeless, Stopping Sinning Doesn’t Keep You Saved, Go to Church, Read Your Bible, Have Quiet Time, Jews Went to Temple Read Scriptures and Meditated on Them, Still Would Hear Depart From Me Apart From Faith in Christ, Early Church Didn’t Have Buildings Bibles or Quiet Time, Lukewarm Christians, Spit You Out, I Know Your Deeds, Neither Hot or Cold Revelation 3:15-16, On Fire For the Lord, Hot Serves Purpose, Cold Serves a Purpose, Lukewarm Serves No Purpose, People Who Sin Less or Not as Bad, If Gospel Weren’t True One Sin Would Mean They Aren’t Saved Any Longer, Rewards In Heaven, Reward of the Inheritance, Colossians 3:24, Parable of Vineyard Workers, Matthew 20:1-16, Parable of the Talents, Matthew 25:14-30, Wicked and Lazy Servant, No Longer Servants, John 15:15, Blot Out of Book of Life, Revelation 3:5, It Says Never Blot You Out, Comforting Passage Not Scary Passage, If He Blot You Out He’d Have to Remember Your Sins, Hebrews 8:12, Remembers Your Sins No More, He’d Have To Hold Your Sins Against You, 2 Corinthians 5:19,  2 Peter 2:21, Better to Not Know the Way Than to Know It And Turn Back, Dog Returns to Vomit, Pig to the Mud, False Teachers, 2 Peter 3 Say Scoffers, Mark Baker Quote, Once Alive Always Alive, Life Lost In the Garden, I Have Come So You May Have Life, John 10:19, You Were Saved By the Life of Christ, Christ Will Never Die Again, Hebrews 7:25, John 14:19, Romans 5:10, Romans 8:1, Since Christ Raised From the Dead Cannot Die Again, Death No Longer Has Mastery, Romans 6:9 

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]]> Topics: OSAS, Once Saved Always Saved, Stop Sinning, Only Saved Until Sinning Again, Nobody Would Be Saved, Romans 6:23, Wages of Sin is Death, Free Gift of Eternal Life In Christ Jesus Our Lord, Paul Explains Death and Eternal Life, Both Opposites, Goal Isn’t To Stop Sinning But To Enjoy Free Gift of Eternal Life, Downplaying Free Gift and Ignoring Wages of Sin, Stop Ignoring the Wages, They Think They Are Preaching Sin But They Aren’t, If They Preached Sin They’d Preach Death, Stop Comparing Sins And Realize They’re Hopeless, Stopping Sinning Doesn’t Keep You Saved, Go to Church, Read Your Bible, Have Quiet Time, Jews Went to Temple Read Scriptures and Meditated on Them, Still Would Hear Depart From Me Apart From Faith in Christ, Early Church Didn’t Have Buildings Bibles or Quiet Time, Lukewarm Christians, Spit You Out, I Know Your Deeds, Neither Hot or Cold Revelation 3:15-16, On Fire For the Lord, Hot Serves Purpose, Cold Serves a Purpose, Lukewarm Serves No Purpose, People Who Sin Less or Not as Bad, If Gospel Weren’t True One Sin Would Mean They Aren’t Saved Any Longer, Rewards In Heaven, Reward of the Inheritance, Colossians 3:24, Parable of Vineyard Workers, Matthew 20:1-16, Parable of the Talents, Matthew 25:14-30, Wicked and Lazy Servant, No Longer Servants, John 15:15, Blot Out of Book of Life, Revelation 3:5, It Says Never Blot You Out, Comforting Passage Not Scary Passage, If He Blot You Out He’d Have to Remember Your Sins, Hebrews 8:12, Remembers Your Sins No More, He’d Have To Hold Your Sins Against You, 2 Corinthians 5:19,  2 Peter 2:21, Better to Not Know the Way Than to Know It And Turn Back, Dog Returns to Vomit, Pig to the Mud, False Teachers, 2 Peter 3 Say Scoffers, Mark Baker Quote, Once Alive Always Alive, Life Lost In the Garden, I Have Come So You May Have Life, John 10:19, You Were Saved By the Life of Christ, Christ Will Never Die Again, Hebrews 7:25, John 14:19, Romans 5:10, Romans 8:1, Since Christ Raised From the Dead Cannot Die Again, Death No Longer Has Mastery, Romans 6:9 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15756343 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0500 3079 263 full false What Does the Bible Say About Pastors Being Paid? (9-8-24) What Does the Bible Say About Pastors Being Paid? (9-8-24) Topics: 1 Corinthians 9:14, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, Tradition of Men, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Good Traditions vs. Bad Traditions, History of the Tithe, Cyprian of Carthage, Tithing the Clergy, Constantine Put Bishops on Government Payroll, Levites Shadow of Christ not Pastors, New Testament Church Never Tithed Ministers or Pastors, Reformers Adopted Tradition of Men, Paul Did Not Tell Corinthians to Tithe in 1 Corinthians 9, Same Apostle Said All Who Rely on The Law Is Relying on Curse In Galatians 3, Paul Is Referring to Food, 1 Corinthian 9:13 Says Food, Refers to Food at Altar of Levites, Levites Ate the Sacrifices After They Killed Animal, Altar Not Referring to Altar at Box Church, The Word Tithe Not in Either Letter to Corinthians, Giving Was Meant to Support Apostolic Workers, Those Traveling to Preach the Gospel and Establish Groups of Ecclesia, Paul Defending His Right to Travel as Apostle, Refers to Peter Having Right to Wife, Apostolic Workers Only Received Support from Voluntary Giving Not Tithing, Paul Said He Preached Voluntarily, Did Not Ask For Support but Worked, Levitical Priests Did Not Get Money but Food, 1 Corinthians 9 Not About Paying Ministers but Feeding Traveling Apostles, 1 Timothy 5:17-18 Not About Pastors, Pastor Not in the Letter to Timothy, Elders Were Not Pastors, Pastor Is Spiritual Gift, Elder Is Older Person Who Understands Any Particular Faith, Pastor Is Not Position or Occupation, Don’t Superimpose Protestantism Onto 1 Timothy 5, Elders Gave to Flock and Didn’t Take From Flock, Cared For People Didn’t Force Them to Pay Them, The Word Tithe Is Not In Either Letter to Timothy, Double Honor Not Double Pay, Compares Laborer Deserving Wages and Ox Not Being Muzzled to Double Honor, In the Same Way Give Elders Double Honor, Grandma Perfect Example of Elder, Grandma Gets Double Honor From Me, The Bible Says Nothing About Pastors Being Paid, Tradition of Men Makes You Think Otherwise, 2 Corinthians 2:17 Paul Said He Did Not Preach for Profit, When Pastors Preach For Profit They Become Aggressive or Passive-Aggressive or Gaslight, Preaching for Profit Prevents Pastors From Speaking Freely, Preach Was People Want to Hear So Coffers Overflowing, Legalists Pay Preachers Hard on Sin, Entertainment Seekers Pay for Entertainment, Rarely Hear About Jesus or the Gospel, The Early Church Worked, Apostolic Workers Also Worked, They Did Not Rely on Voluntary Giving, In Acts Paul Made Tents, 1 Thessalonians 2:9 Paul Worked So He Wasn’t a Burden as He Preached, 2 Corinthians 11:9 Paul Worked So He Wasn’t a Burden, Pastor Never Career Path in Bible Nor Was Elder, There Are No Occupations in Body of Christ, 3 John Female Elder Advised Not to Support Those Claiming to Preach Gospel but Are Not, Do NOT Support Them, 3 John 1:8 be Hospitable to Those Who Are, It’s Good to Sow Freely to Those Spreading the Good News

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]]> Topics: 1 Corinthians 9:14, 1 Timothy 5:17-18, Tradition of Men, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Good Traditions vs. Bad Traditions, History of the Tithe, Cyprian of Carthage, Tithing the Clergy, Constantine Put Bishops on Government Payroll, Levites Shadow of Christ not Pastors, New Testament Church Never Tithed Ministers or Pastors, Reformers Adopted Tradition of Men, Paul Did Not Tell Corinthians to Tithe in 1 Corinthians 9, Same Apostle Said All Who Rely on The Law Is Relying on Curse In Galatians 3, Paul Is Referring to Food, 1 Corinthian 9:13 Says Food, Refers to Food at Altar of Levites, Levites Ate the Sacrifices After They Killed Animal, Altar Not Referring to Altar at Box Church, The Word Tithe Not in Either Letter to Corinthians, Giving Was Meant to Support Apostolic Workers, Those Traveling to Preach the Gospel and Establish Groups of Ecclesia, Paul Defending His Right to Travel as Apostle, Refers to Peter Having Right to Wife, Apostolic Workers Only Received Support from Voluntary Giving Not Tithing, Paul Said He Preached Voluntarily, Did Not Ask For Support but Worked, Levitical Priests Did Not Get Money but Food, 1 Corinthians 9 Not About Paying Ministers but Feeding Traveling Apostles, 1 Timothy 5:17-18 Not About Pastors, Pastor Not in the Letter to Timothy, Elders Were Not Pastors, Pastor Is Spiritual Gift, Elder Is Older Person Who Understands Any Particular Faith, Pastor Is Not Position or Occupation, Don’t Superimpose Protestantism Onto 1 Timothy 5, Elders Gave to Flock and Didn’t Take From Flock, Cared For People Didn’t Force Them to Pay Them, The Word Tithe Is Not In Either Letter to Timothy, Double Honor Not Double Pay, Compares Laborer Deserving Wages and Ox Not Being Muzzled to Double Honor, In the Same Way Give Elders Double Honor, Grandma Perfect Example of Elder, Grandma Gets Double Honor From Me, The Bible Says Nothing About Pastors Being Paid, Tradition of Men Makes You Think Otherwise, 2 Corinthians 2:17 Paul Said He Did Not Preach for Profit, When Pastors Preach For Profit They Become Aggressive or Passive-Aggressive or Gaslight, Preaching for Profit Prevents Pastors From Speaking Freely, Preach Was People Want to Hear So Coffers Overflowing, Legalists Pay Preachers Hard on Sin, Entertainment Seekers Pay for Entertainment, Rarely Hear About Jesus or the Gospel, The Early Church Worked, Apostolic Workers Also Worked, They Did Not Rely on Voluntary Giving, In Acts Paul Made Tents, 1 Thessalonians 2:9 Paul Worked So He Wasn’t a Burden as He Preached, 2 Corinthians 11:9 Paul Worked So He Wasn’t a Burden, Pastor Never Career Path in Bible Nor Was Elder, There Are No Occupations in Body of Christ, 3 John Female Elder Advised Not to Support Those Claiming to Preach Gospel but Are Not, Do NOT Support Them, 3 John 1:8 be Hospitable to Those Who Are, It’s Good to Sow Freely to Those Spreading the Good News

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15715517 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3350 262 full false Does God Command You to Tithe? (8-25-24) Does God Command You to Tithe? (8-25-24) Topics: Tithe, Tithing, What Is the Tithe, Tithing History, 10% or 23.3%, Nobody Is a Faithful Tither, Multiple Tithing Commandments in 613 Commandments, Part of Book of the Law, Law of Moses Only for Jewish Race, God Made Covenant With Israel Not Gentiles, Canaanite Woman Turned Away, Matthew 15, Gentiles Not Included in Old Covenant, Ephesians 2:12, If You Want to Tithe You Must Be Jewish, Tithe Is Food, Seeds Produce and Cattle, It Was Not Their Income or Money, They Had Money, If Unable to Carry Tithe It Could Be Sold, Money Used On Whatever They Wanted Including Alcohol, Deuteronomy 14, Jews Only Gave It to Levites, Levites Had No Inheritance and Couldn’t Work, Levites Did Nothing of What a Box Church Pastor Does, Widows Orphans Travelers Jewish Festivals, Tithed Shoved Into Ecclesia Through Cyprian of Carthage Third Century, Christians Tithing Picked Up Speed by Constantine, Tithing Law of Land by 8th Century, Reformers Continued With it, “Don’t You Dare Rob God!”, Most-Used Passages About Tithing, Malachi 3:10, Have You Ever Been Taught Malachi 3 Is About Israel Stealing Food from Levites Widows Orphans Travelers and from Jewish Festivals, Who Was Malachi, Hebrews 1 In the Past God Spoke Through the Prophets, Malachi Chapters 1-3, Food Stored in Temple Chambers, Not a Pastor Receiving It, Not a Church, Floodgates of Heaven is Clouds for Rain, Not a Tithing Principle, We Don’t Live By Principles But by a Person, Will a Man Rob God Said by a Man Who’s Not God, Only Part of Bible Which Says Test God, On This Side of Cross Acts 15 Says Don’t Test God by Putting Law On People, Acts 17 Says God Needs Nothing, Abraham Tithed Melchizedek, Genesis 14, Abraham Didn’t Tithe From His Income but Spoils of War, Abraham’s Tithe Was Voluntary, Tithe Honored Others, Foreshadowing of Jesus Being Greater than Levites, Mel Wasn’t a Pastor, Mel Didn’t Have a Church, Abraham Only Tithed Once, Jacob’s Tithe, Genesis 28, Symbolic Location Called Bethel, Means “House of God,” Where Future Temple Would Be, Not From His Income, Only Tithed Once, Levites Were In Jacob, Matthew 23:23 and Luke 11:42, Jesus Commanded the Tithe, Law Was Still in Effect, Neglecting Weightier Matters of Law, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself, Law Abolished According to Colossians and Ephesians, Law Not Destroyed, Still Available for Unbelievers, It Is Finished, John 19:30, Give to Caesar What’s Caesar’s and God What’s God, Yes It’s Tithe Because Law Still In Effect, Stay at Peace With Government, Now Abolished, Slavery in 18th and 19th Century, Law Now Obsolete, Hebrews 8:13, Cell Phone or Pay-Phone, Widow’s Mite, Luke 21 and Mark 12, Two Copper Coins, A Few Cents, Gave All She Had Didn’t Tithe, Rich People Gave Out Of Abundance and Didn’t Impact Them, Tithe Meant to Support the Widow, Tithe Not Burden On Financially Comfortable People But Very Hard on Lower Income, Pressure or Enticement, Hebrews 7, Abraham Tithed Melchizedek Picture of Levites Honoring Jesus, Levites Kept Dying, Mel and Jesus Never Died, Jesus Compared to Melchizedek, Levites Used Animal Blood and Jesus Used His Own, Levites Used Temple on Earth Jesus Went Directly to Heaven, Tithing Testimonials, Negative Ones Not Shown, You Can’t Buy God’s Blessings, Churches Would Be Overflowing, Good Father’s Can’t be Bought, Give Your First-Fruits, Christ Is Our First Fruits, 1 Corinthians 15, Give More On This Side of The Cross, Grace More Stringent Than Law, Are You Saying Churches Should Shut Down and Nobody Tithe, Continue in Man-Made Tradition and Overlook Scripture, Gaslight and Guilt, Entice With ROI, Rely On a Curse, Galatians 3, Let Your Requests Be Made Known, Give Freely From the Heart, 2 Corinthians 9

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]]> Topics: Tithe, Tithing, What Is the Tithe, Tithing History, 10% or 23.3%, Nobody Is a Faithful Tither, Multiple Tithing Commandments in 613 Commandments, Part of Book of the Law, Law of Moses Only for Jewish Race, God Made Covenant With Israel Not Gentiles, Canaanite Woman Turned Away, Matthew 15, Gentiles Not Included in Old Covenant, Ephesians 2:12, If You Want to Tithe You Must Be Jewish, Tithe Is Food, Seeds Produce and Cattle, It Was Not Their Income or Money, They Had Money, If Unable to Carry Tithe It Could Be Sold, Money Used On Whatever They Wanted Including Alcohol, Deuteronomy 14, Jews Only Gave It to Levites, Levites Had No Inheritance and Couldn’t Work, Levites Did Nothing of What a Box Church Pastor Does, Widows Orphans Travelers Jewish Festivals, Tithed Shoved Into Ecclesia Through Cyprian of Carthage Third Century, Christians Tithing Picked Up Speed by Constantine, Tithing Law of Land by 8th Century, Reformers Continued With it, “Don’t You Dare Rob God!”, Most-Used Passages About Tithing, Malachi 3:10, Have You Ever Been Taught Malachi 3 Is About Israel Stealing Food from Levites Widows Orphans Travelers and from Jewish Festivals, Who Was Malachi, Hebrews 1 In the Past God Spoke Through the Prophets, Malachi Chapters 1-3, Food Stored in Temple Chambers, Not a Pastor Receiving It, Not a Church, Floodgates of Heaven is Clouds for Rain, Not a Tithing Principle, We Don’t Live By Principles But by a Person, Will a Man Rob God Said by a Man Who’s Not God, Only Part of Bible Which Says Test God, On This Side of Cross Acts 15 Says Don’t Test God by Putting Law On People, Acts 17 Says God Needs Nothing, Abraham Tithed Melchizedek, Genesis 14, Abraham Didn’t Tithe From His Income but Spoils of War, Abraham’s Tithe Was Voluntary, Tithe Honored Others, Foreshadowing of Jesus Being Greater than Levites, Mel Wasn’t a Pastor, Mel Didn’t Have a Church, Abraham Only Tithed Once, Jacob’s Tithe, Genesis 28, Symbolic Location Called Bethel, Means “House of God,” Where Future Temple Would Be, Not From His Income, Only Tithed Once, Levites Were In Jacob, Matthew 23:23 and Luke 11:42, Jesus Commanded the Tithe, Law Was Still in Effect, Neglecting Weightier Matters of Law, Love Your Neighbor as Yourself, Law Abolished According to Colossians and Ephesians, Law Not Destroyed, Still Available for Unbelievers, It Is Finished, John 19:30, Give to Caesar What’s Caesar’s and God What’s God, Yes It’s Tithe Because Law Still In Effect, Stay at Peace With Government, Now Abolished, Slavery in 18th and 19th Century, Law Now Obsolete, Hebrews 8:13, Cell Phone or Pay-Phone, Widow’s Mite, Luke 21 and Mark 12, Two Copper Coins, A Few Cents, Gave All She Had Didn’t Tithe, Rich People Gave Out Of Abundance and Didn’t Impact Them, Tithe Meant to Support the Widow, Tithe Not Burden On Financially Comfortable People But Very Hard on Lower Income, Pressure or Enticement, Hebrews 7, Abraham Tithed Melchizedek Picture of Levites Honoring Jesus, Levites Kept Dying, Mel and Jesus Never Died, Jesus Compared to Melchizedek, Levites Used Animal Blood and Jesus Used His Own, Levites Used Temple on Earth Jesus Went Directly to Heaven, Tithing Testimonials, Negative Ones Not Shown, You Can’t Buy God’s Blessings, Churches Would Be Overflowing, Good Father’s Can’t be Bought, Give Your First-Fruits, Christ Is Our First Fruits, 1 Corinthians 15, Give More On This Side of The Cross, Grace More Stringent Than Law, Are You Saying Churches Should Shut Down and Nobody Tithe, Continue in Man-Made Tradition and Overlook Scripture, Gaslight and Guilt, Entice With ROI, Rely On a Curse, Galatians 3, Let Your Requests Be Made Known, Give Freely From the Heart, 2 Corinthians 9

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15638613 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3772 261 full false What Does the Bible Say About Sermons? (8-18-24) What Does the Bible Say About Sermons? (8-18-24) Topics: Sermons, Preaching, Romans 10:14-15, How Will They Call on Him In Whom They’ve Not Believed, In Whom They’ve Never Heard About, How Will they Hear Without Preaching, How Beautiful Are the Feet of Those Who Preach the Gospel, Pastor Preaching Sermon, Pastor Isn’t in Romans, Gatherings Isn’t in Romans, Preach Means to Speak, Romans 10 Is About Unbelieving Jews, Needed to Hear About Jesus, Someone Giving Sermons Because It Says Preach, What Does Preach Mean If Not Sermon, To Speak, Not One Time Do We See Pastors Preach in the Bible Nor Give a Sermon, The Word Sermon Not in the Bible, Sermon on the Mount, Sermons Common Because of Tsunami-Like Force of Man-Made Tradition, Jesus and Paul Warned Against Tradition of Men, Only Follow Traditions From Us, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Following Tradition of Church Fathers and Reformers, Can’t Know Anything About God Without Sermon, Remove Sermons and Church Is a Bunch Singing and Money Collecting, Even All the Chairs are Pointed Toward the Man Giving Oration, Error Practiced for Half a Millennium, “Best Part” of Church Service, Subjective Monologue Which Inspires or Scares, Sermons Why Most Christians Go to Church, People Think Sermons Are What The Sinners Need to Hear to Get Straightened Out, What If Sermons Never Mentions the Gospel, Judge Church Service by How Sermon Went, Sermon Was Great, Sermon Convicted Me Of My Sin, Sermon Wasn’t For Me, Didn’t Get Anything Out of the Sermon, Can’t Know Anything About God Without Hearing Weekly Monologue, Preaching and Teaching in Bible but Not Sermons, Preaching and Teaching Always About Jesus and the Gospel, Women and Donkeys Speak More than Pastors in Scripture, Men and Women Preach, Early Church Fathers and Reformers Said Women Must Shut Up and are not Valuable, Preaching in Bible Always Addressing Circumstances, Interjection Was Always Involved, Jesus Never Gave Sermons but Preached Informally, Apostles Preached in Acts but Was Sporadic and Never Called Sermon, They Didn’t Preach Sermons at the Temple but Evangelized the Unbelieving Jews, Apostles Invited to Speak but Interjection Happened not a Sermon, Interactions Responses and Dialogue, Dialogical not Monological, 2 Timothy 4:2, Preach the Word, Timothy Not Pastor Preaching Sermons From His Bible at Church, Everyday Life Not Gatherings, Timothy Not Pastor but Evangelist, 2 Timothy 4:5, Imma Preach the Word While Holding Bible, The Word Wasn’t the Bible, Logon, That Which is Said, What Was Said was the Gospel, Always Be Ready to Speak about Jesus to Jews and Greeks, In Season and Out of Season, Preach the Word as a Sermon Began With Reformers, Sermons Have No Biblical Foundation, Began Hundred of Years Before Jesus, Became Common in 2nd Century, Solidified by the Fourth With Constantine, Greek Thing Not Christian Thing, Greek Philosophers Named Sophists, Orations for Pay and Prestige, Eloquent Monologues, Sophists Were Seen the same as Movie Stars Entertainers and Athletes, Sermons Gave Them Fame and Fortune, They’d Wear Special Clothing to Stand Out, Sophists Had Celebrity Status, Give Sermons and Certain Time and Place for Pay, Sermons About Emotionalism and Eloquence, Sophists Immortalized Through Statues, Applauding Began With Sophists, This Style Known as Homiletics, Where We Get the Homily From, Many Early Church Fathers Were Sophists, Cyprian of Carthage Augustine and Chrysostom, Sermon Means Deceitful Argument, Sophist Where We Get the Word Sophisticated, The Early Church Never Gave Sermons, Speaking Was Always Conversational, 1 Corinthians 11-14 Explains Our Gatherings, Sermon Set Aside for Eucharist, Martin Luther Brought Sermons Back

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]]> Topics: Sermons, Preaching, Romans 10:14-15, How Will They Call on Him In Whom They’ve Not Believed, In Whom They’ve Never Heard About, How Will they Hear Without Preaching, How Beautiful Are the Feet of Those Who Preach the Gospel, Pastor Preaching Sermon, Pastor Isn’t in Romans, Gatherings Isn’t in Romans, Preach Means to Speak, Romans 10 Is About Unbelieving Jews, Needed to Hear About Jesus, Someone Giving Sermons Because It Says Preach, What Does Preach Mean If Not Sermon, To Speak, Not One Time Do We See Pastors Preach in the Bible Nor Give a Sermon, The Word Sermon Not in the Bible, Sermon on the Mount, Sermons Common Because of Tsunami-Like Force of Man-Made Tradition, Jesus and Paul Warned Against Tradition of Men, Only Follow Traditions From Us, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Following Tradition of Church Fathers and Reformers, Can’t Know Anything About God Without Sermon, Remove Sermons and Church Is a Bunch Singing and Money Collecting, Even All the Chairs are Pointed Toward the Man Giving Oration, Error Practiced for Half a Millennium, “Best Part” of Church Service, Subjective Monologue Which Inspires or Scares, Sermons Why Most Christians Go to Church, People Think Sermons Are What The Sinners Need to Hear to Get Straightened Out, What If Sermons Never Mentions the Gospel, Judge Church Service by How Sermon Went, Sermon Was Great, Sermon Convicted Me Of My Sin, Sermon Wasn’t For Me, Didn’t Get Anything Out of the Sermon, Can’t Know Anything About God Without Hearing Weekly Monologue, Preaching and Teaching in Bible but Not Sermons, Preaching and Teaching Always About Jesus and the Gospel, Women and Donkeys Speak More than Pastors in Scripture, Men and Women Preach, Early Church Fathers and Reformers Said Women Must Shut Up and are not Valuable, Preaching in Bible Always Addressing Circumstances, Interjection Was Always Involved, Jesus Never Gave Sermons but Preached Informally, Apostles Preached in Acts but Was Sporadic and Never Called Sermon, They Didn’t Preach Sermons at the Temple but Evangelized the Unbelieving Jews, Apostles Invited to Speak but Interjection Happened not a Sermon, Interactions Responses and Dialogue, Dialogical not Monological, 2 Timothy 4:2, Preach the Word, Timothy Not Pastor Preaching Sermons From His Bible at Church, Everyday Life Not Gatherings, Timothy Not Pastor but Evangelist, 2 Timothy 4:5, Imma Preach the Word While Holding Bible, The Word Wasn’t the Bible, Logon, That Which is Said, What Was Said was the Gospel, Always Be Ready to Speak about Jesus to Jews and Greeks, In Season and Out of Season, Preach the Word as a Sermon Began With Reformers, Sermons Have No Biblical Foundation, Began Hundred of Years Before Jesus, Became Common in 2nd Century, Solidified by the Fourth With Constantine, Greek Thing Not Christian Thing, Greek Philosophers Named Sophists, Orations for Pay and Prestige, Eloquent Monologues, Sophists Were Seen the same as Movie Stars Entertainers and Athletes, Sermons Gave Them Fame and Fortune, They’d Wear Special Clothing to Stand Out, Sophists Had Celebrity Status, Give Sermons and Certain Time and Place for Pay, Sermons About Emotionalism and Eloquence, Sophists Immortalized Through Statues, Applauding Began With Sophists, This Style Known as Homiletics, Where We Get the Homily From, Many Early Church Fathers Were Sophists, Cyprian of Carthage Augustine and Chrysostom, Sermon Means Deceitful Argument, Sophist Where We Get the Word Sophisticated, The Early Church Never Gave Sermons, Speaking Was Always Conversational, 1 Corinthians 11-14 Explains Our Gatherings, Sermon Set Aside for Eucharist, Martin Luther Brought Sermons Back

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15601181 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3674 260 full false How to Do Church According to the Bible (8-11-24) How to Do Church According to the Bible (8-11-24) Topics: Church, Church Service, Tradition of Men, Colossians 2:8, Mark 7:9, Old Doesn’t Mean Good or True, Traditions Die Hard, Catholics Have 2,000 Years of Man-Made Tradition, Protestants Have 500 Years of Man-Made Tradition, Good Traditions Come From Apostles, What They Say and Write, From “Us,” 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Church System Today Is Nowhere to be Found in the Bible, All Built on Tradition of Men Which Overlooks Scripture, How to Do Church, Pagan Christianity, A Church Building Every Half Mile, What’s With Paul and Women, When You Gather, 1 Corinthians 11-14, No Other Part of Bible Has Connotation of Gathering But Everyday Life, Even Pastoral Letters Are Not Pastoral Letters Nor Describe Gatherings, John Calvin Superimposed Errors, Calvinism, Places of Study of Calvin, Puritans Studied Calvinism, Puritans Can Be Blamed For Not-Attending-Church Guilt, Publicly Punished For Skipping Church, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Before Calvin Was Martin Luther, Said He Was Reforming Catholic Church, Luther Just Put a Different Hat On Liturgy, Replaced Eucharist with Sermon, Priest With Pastor, Altar Table with Pulpit, Still A Top-Down Authority System, Still Clergy and Laity Distinction, History of Catholic Liturgy, Mostly Established by Church Fathers, Solidified by Constantine, Set in Stone By Gregory the Great, Mass Is Not Biblical But Based On Magic Paganism and Judaism, Gregory the Great in 6th Century Was Former Monk Turned Pope, What We See Today on Both Sides Have No Biblical Foundation, Peel Layer of Tradition of Men Off Scripture, Some Churches Require Signed Contracts, Sit Down Shut Up Or Leave, Brother Bob and Jim Will See You to the Door, Man of God Preaches Here, Go Down the Road to Get Your Ears Tickled, Open Sharing is Scriptural, It Would Be Outrageous If You Attempted to Share in the Middle of Service, Box Church Reflects Cult-Gathering, One-Man Dominance, One-Made Subjective Monologue, Congregation Attempts to Impress Leader, Body of Christ is Atrophied Because of One Member Usage, Box Church Has Choke Hold On Jesus Expressing Himself, No Room For Anyone to Share Unless It’s a Special Day, “We Have a Special Speaker/Song!”, You’re Forced to be Muted, You Can’t Enrich Others Nor Be Enriched, Certain Gifts Have Been Twisted and Other Gifts Ignored, The Love of Each Member Is Snuffed Out, Only Open Your Mouth During Worship, Entire Time of Gathering Is Supposed to Be Worshiping by Expressing Christ, The Meeting Is Not Open, Everyone Isn’t Encouraged to Share, Spontaneity Is Not Encouraged, Boring Liturgy, Entertainment Liturgy, Watch People Sing and Preach, Body of Christ Is Crippled, Every Member Functioning Ignored, Entire Gathering Directed by One Person Or Handful of People, Limited by One Person’s Guidance, Passive Spectators, Where the Spirit of the Lord Is There Should Be Freedom, Christ Has No Freedom to Express Himself Through You, We Need to Repent Toward Scripture, What Do We See In First Corinthians 11-14, Paul Writing to Worst-Behaved Group of Ecclesia, He Doesn’t Shut Gatherings Down Assign Top-Down Authority System and Hand Out Bulletins, Nor Does He Say Get the Elders to Get Things In Line, Work It Out Amongst Yourself, Examine Yourselves, Have a Meal and Remember What Jesus Has Done, Be Spontaneous, Everyone Should Participate, You’re A Body With Many Members, All Members Are Vital, All Members Need the Other Members, Everything Shouldn’t Be Put on One Body Part, God Has Put Together the Body, Everyone Has the Right to Share, Others Allowed to Interject While Sharing, No Pastors Elders Deacons Sermons or Tithing, Express Gifts Decently and In Order, Visitors Will Think You’re Mad, Love Is the Greatest Gift

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]]> Topics: Church, Church Service, Tradition of Men, Colossians 2:8, Mark 7:9, Old Doesn’t Mean Good or True, Traditions Die Hard, Catholics Have 2,000 Years of Man-Made Tradition, Protestants Have 500 Years of Man-Made Tradition, Good Traditions Come From Apostles, What They Say and Write, From “Us,” 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Church System Today Is Nowhere to be Found in the Bible, All Built on Tradition of Men Which Overlooks Scripture, How to Do Church, Pagan Christianity, A Church Building Every Half Mile, What’s With Paul and Women, When You Gather, 1 Corinthians 11-14, No Other Part of Bible Has Connotation of Gathering But Everyday Life, Even Pastoral Letters Are Not Pastoral Letters Nor Describe Gatherings, John Calvin Superimposed Errors, Calvinism, Places of Study of Calvin, Puritans Studied Calvinism, Puritans Can Be Blamed For Not-Attending-Church Guilt, Publicly Punished For Skipping Church, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Before Calvin Was Martin Luther, Said He Was Reforming Catholic Church, Luther Just Put a Different Hat On Liturgy, Replaced Eucharist with Sermon, Priest With Pastor, Altar Table with Pulpit, Still A Top-Down Authority System, Still Clergy and Laity Distinction, History of Catholic Liturgy, Mostly Established by Church Fathers, Solidified by Constantine, Set in Stone By Gregory the Great, Mass Is Not Biblical But Based On Magic Paganism and Judaism, Gregory the Great in 6th Century Was Former Monk Turned Pope, What We See Today on Both Sides Have No Biblical Foundation, Peel Layer of Tradition of Men Off Scripture, Some Churches Require Signed Contracts, Sit Down Shut Up Or Leave, Brother Bob and Jim Will See You to the Door, Man of God Preaches Here, Go Down the Road to Get Your Ears Tickled, Open Sharing is Scriptural, It Would Be Outrageous If You Attempted to Share in the Middle of Service, Box Church Reflects Cult-Gathering, One-Man Dominance, One-Made Subjective Monologue, Congregation Attempts to Impress Leader, Body of Christ is Atrophied Because of One Member Usage, Box Church Has Choke Hold On Jesus Expressing Himself, No Room For Anyone to Share Unless It’s a Special Day, “We Have a Special Speaker/Song!”, You’re Forced to be Muted, You Can’t Enrich Others Nor Be Enriched, Certain Gifts Have Been Twisted and Other Gifts Ignored, The Love of Each Member Is Snuffed Out, Only Open Your Mouth During Worship, Entire Time of Gathering Is Supposed to Be Worshiping by Expressing Christ, The Meeting Is Not Open, Everyone Isn’t Encouraged to Share, Spontaneity Is Not Encouraged, Boring Liturgy, Entertainment Liturgy, Watch People Sing and Preach, Body of Christ Is Crippled, Every Member Functioning Ignored, Entire Gathering Directed by One Person Or Handful of People, Limited by One Person’s Guidance, Passive Spectators, Where the Spirit of the Lord Is There Should Be Freedom, Christ Has No Freedom to Express Himself Through You, We Need to Repent Toward Scripture, What Do We See In First Corinthians 11-14, Paul Writing to Worst-Behaved Group of Ecclesia, He Doesn’t Shut Gatherings Down Assign Top-Down Authority System and Hand Out Bulletins, Nor Does He Say Get the Elders to Get Things In Line, Work It Out Amongst Yourself, Examine Yourselves, Have a Meal and Remember What Jesus Has Done, Be Spontaneous, Everyone Should Participate, You’re A Body With Many Members, All Members Are Vital, All Members Need the Other Members, Everything Shouldn’t Be Put on One Body Part, God Has Put Together the Body, Everyone Has the Right to Share, Others Allowed to Interject While Sharing, No Pastors Elders Deacons Sermons or Tithing, Express Gifts Decently and In Order, Visitors Will Think You’re Mad, Love Is the Greatest Gift

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15564925 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0500 4039 259 full false What's a Pastor, Bishop, Elder, Deacon, and Church Leader? (8-4-24) What's a Pastor, Bishop, Elder, Deacon, and Church Leader? (8-4-24) Topics: Pastor, Bishop, Elder, Deacon, Church Leader, Biblical Authority, Cult-Like System, Top-Down Authority, Hierarchy System, Chain-of-Command, Mathew 20:25-26, Man-Made Tradition, In Charge at Church, There Is No “at church”, Church Not a Place But Living Organism, Ecclesia, Called Out Ones, Church Never a Building But Ecclesia in Different Regions, Clement of Alexandria Said You Cannot Go to What You Are, Woman Should Be Filled With Shame She Was Created as a Woman, Ephesians 2:22, You Are Dwelling in Which God Lives, Acts 7:48, Acts17:24, God Does Not Dwell in Buildings Built By Human Hands, Poimenas, Shepherd, Pastor in Old Testament, Pastor in New Testament, Pastor Should Be Riddled Through the New Testament, Listed Only Once, Some Translations Don’t Use Pastor at All, Old Testament Pastor Not in Charge of Church or Even Temple, Shepherded According to the Law, Pastor Never Gives Sermons nor Collects Tithes nor on Payroll, Laborer Deserves Wages, Don’t Muzzle the Ox, Pastor Not There, Paul Is Describing Being Paid According the Law, Did Not Use That Right But Instead He Worked, Double Honor Is Not Double Pay but Honor, Pastors Never Lead Church Services, Pastors Not Closer to God, Ephesians 4:11, No Qualifications or Authority, Pastors Is Plural, Not a Title But a Spiritual Gift of Overseeing, Shepherds Care For Sheep, Someone Like My Grandma, John Calvin Created a Position, Taught Puritans, Puritans Established American Churches With Pastors in Charge, Calvin Gave Power to Give Sermons and Administer Communion and Have Authority Not the Bible, Pastors Not in Charge at Church, History of Bishop, Ignatius of Antioch, The Word Bishop Not in the Bible, First Timothy 3:1, Desires Office of Bishop, Episcopon, Overseer, There Are No Offices in Body of Christ, Oversees Others With Truth of the Gospel, Surround Yourself With Honorable People, Overseer Has No Authority, Like a Sponsor in AA, Authority Means They Can Punish You, Bishops Not in Charge at Church, Greek Word for Elder is Presbuteros or Presbyters, Elder Board Created by Constantine and Not in Scripture, Qualifications but No Authority, Household in Order and One Spouse, If No Control Over Wife and Kids Can’t Be On Elder Board, Elder Is Mature Person in Any Faith, Unbelieving Elders According to the Law and Paganism, Elder Does Not Mean Christian, Older and Wise Person Who Loves Others with the Gospel, Women Can’t Be Elder Because of Husband of one Wife, Women Can’t Be Elder at Church, Paul Referring to Female Dominated Culture Due to Temple of Artemis, Entire Letter Address to Female Elder is 2 John, Female Who Understands Gospel Is Elder Above Male Who Doesn’t, Diakonos is Deacon, One Who Meets the Needs of Others, One Who Ministers to, Deacon Is Younger Elder, Deacons Meet Needs By Pointing to Jesus and Who You Are as a Saint, Deacons Not Lower in Totem Pole of Hierarchy, Church Leader, Leader, Hebrews 13:17, Romans 12:8, Leader Is Not Pastor Bishop Elder or Deacon, Both Times Leader is Used It’s Describing a Jew Leading Other Jews Away from the Law and Temple Work, Obey Your Leader Would Be Obey the Gospel, Obedience of Faith, No Authority to Punish, Not a Church Setting but Temple Setting, The Authority Was the Message About Jesus, Only Obedience In Hebrews is Obedience of Faith in Jesus as the Final Sacrifice for Sins, Enemies of God, Leaders have No Authority Besides the Gospel, No Way to Punish Unbelievers, 1 Peter 5, Acts 20, Shepherding the Flock, Pastor Is Not There, Doesn’t Say Leader, Being Assigned a Flock Began with the Early Church Fathers, Assigning Groups to Leaders, No Authority But Someone Protecting and Guiding Other Believers, Who’s In Charge at Church, Who Leads at Church

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]]> Topics: Pastor, Bishop, Elder, Deacon, Church Leader, Biblical Authority, Cult-Like System, Top-Down Authority, Hierarchy System, Chain-of-Command, Mathew 20:25-26, Man-Made Tradition, In Charge at Church, There Is No “at church”, Church Not a Place But Living Organism, Ecclesia, Called Out Ones, Church Never a Building But Ecclesia in Different Regions, Clement of Alexandria Said You Cannot Go to What You Are, Woman Should Be Filled With Shame She Was Created as a Woman, Ephesians 2:22, You Are Dwelling in Which God Lives, Acts 7:48, Acts17:24, God Does Not Dwell in Buildings Built By Human Hands, Poimenas, Shepherd, Pastor in Old Testament, Pastor in New Testament, Pastor Should Be Riddled Through the New Testament, Listed Only Once, Some Translations Don’t Use Pastor at All, Old Testament Pastor Not in Charge of Church or Even Temple, Shepherded According to the Law, Pastor Never Gives Sermons nor Collects Tithes nor on Payroll, Laborer Deserves Wages, Don’t Muzzle the Ox, Pastor Not There, Paul Is Describing Being Paid According the Law, Did Not Use That Right But Instead He Worked, Double Honor Is Not Double Pay but Honor, Pastors Never Lead Church Services, Pastors Not Closer to God, Ephesians 4:11, No Qualifications or Authority, Pastors Is Plural, Not a Title But a Spiritual Gift of Overseeing, Shepherds Care For Sheep, Someone Like My Grandma, John Calvin Created a Position, Taught Puritans, Puritans Established American Churches With Pastors in Charge, Calvin Gave Power to Give Sermons and Administer Communion and Have Authority Not the Bible, Pastors Not in Charge at Church, History of Bishop, Ignatius of Antioch, The Word Bishop Not in the Bible, First Timothy 3:1, Desires Office of Bishop, Episcopon, Overseer, There Are No Offices in Body of Christ, Oversees Others With Truth of the Gospel, Surround Yourself With Honorable People, Overseer Has No Authority, Like a Sponsor in AA, Authority Means They Can Punish You, Bishops Not in Charge at Church, Greek Word for Elder is Presbuteros or Presbyters, Elder Board Created by Constantine and Not in Scripture, Qualifications but No Authority, Household in Order and One Spouse, If No Control Over Wife and Kids Can’t Be On Elder Board, Elder Is Mature Person in Any Faith, Unbelieving Elders According to the Law and Paganism, Elder Does Not Mean Christian, Older and Wise Person Who Loves Others with the Gospel, Women Can’t Be Elder Because of Husband of one Wife, Women Can’t Be Elder at Church, Paul Referring to Female Dominated Culture Due to Temple of Artemis, Entire Letter Address to Female Elder is 2 John, Female Who Understands Gospel Is Elder Above Male Who Doesn’t, Diakonos is Deacon, One Who Meets the Needs of Others, One Who Ministers to, Deacon Is Younger Elder, Deacons Meet Needs By Pointing to Jesus and Who You Are as a Saint, Deacons Not Lower in Totem Pole of Hierarchy, Church Leader, Leader, Hebrews 13:17, Romans 12:8, Leader Is Not Pastor Bishop Elder or Deacon, Both Times Leader is Used It’s Describing a Jew Leading Other Jews Away from the Law and Temple Work, Obey Your Leader Would Be Obey the Gospel, Obedience of Faith, No Authority to Punish, Not a Church Setting but Temple Setting, The Authority Was the Message About Jesus, Only Obedience In Hebrews is Obedience of Faith in Jesus as the Final Sacrifice for Sins, Enemies of God, Leaders have No Authority Besides the Gospel, No Way to Punish Unbelievers, 1 Peter 5, Acts 20, Shepherding the Flock, Pastor Is Not There, Doesn’t Say Leader, Being Assigned a Flock Began with the Early Church Fathers, Assigning Groups to Leaders, No Authority But Someone Protecting and Guiding Other Believers, Who’s In Charge at Church, Who Leads at Church

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15527936 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3844 258 full false 3 Lies About God's Forgiveness (7-28-24) 3 Lies About God's Forgiveness (7-28-24) Topics: Forgiveness, God, Blood of Jesus, Matthew 6:15, Forgive Others, Conditional Forgiveness, Old Testament Forgiveness, New Testament Forgiveness, Matthew 5-7, Sermon on the Mount, Subheading Added by Publisher, The Word Sermon Isn’t in the Bible, Greek Rhetoric, Deceitful Argument, Sophists and Philosophers Gave Sermons, Augustine and Chrystostom, Sermons interwoven into Liturgy by Constantine, Sermons Set Aside for Eucharist, Sermons Put Back in Place as Best Part of Service by Reformers, Martin Luther Said you Can’t Know God Unless You Hear Sermons, Faith Comes by Hearing Is Not a Sermon, Many Sermons Don’t Mention Jesus or the Gospel, Cut Off Your Hand, Pluck Out Your Eye, Sell Everything, Don’t Ask For Returns On Your Loans, Don’t Pray in Public, Anger the Same as Murder, Call Someone a Fool and Go to Hell, Leave Your Sacrifice at the Altar, Go Be Reconciled, If They Have Something Against You, Annual Forgiveness at Temple, Day of Atonement, Never Forgave Others to be Forgiven, Obey Commandments in Law to be Blessed, Deuteronomy 8, Health and Wealth, Without Shedding of Blood There Is No Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22, Christ Would Have to Be Sacrificed Repeatedly, Hebrews 9:26, He Appeared Once For All to Put Away Sin Through Sacrifice of Himself, The Blood of Bulls and Goats Could Never Take Away Sin, Hebrews 10:4, Propitiation of Sin Rather Than Atonement, Satisfying Sacrifice, 1 John 2:2, 1 John 4:10, We Don’t Forgive to Be Forgiven But Because We Have Been Forgiven Past Tense, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Repent of Your sins, Acts 2:39, Acts 3:19, Two Different Greek Words of Repent With Only One English Translation, “Repent!”, Metanoeo and Metanoia, Change of Belief and Change of Behaviors, Unbelievers Committing Repentance According to the Law in the Gospels, Frontier Revivalists, 18th 19th and Early 20th Century, Traveling Superstar Salesman, No Body Life, Just Save the Souls of the Lost, One-Night Stands of Salvation and Then Gone to Next City, Tay Up Numbers of How Many Came Forward and Were Saved, Altar Call Which Showed Repentance Not Biblical, Lorenzo Dow Created Altar Call, So Popular It Was Interwoven Into the Church Services, Only Forgiven Until You Sin Again, Jews Never Repented of Sins to Be Forgiven, Only Blood Forgives, NLT Not Accurate about Repenting “of” sins, Jews Went to the Temple for Forgiveness, They Repented of Sins to Be Blessed With Health and Wealth Not to be Forgiven, Trade of System, Easier For a Camel to Go Through Eye of Needle than for a Rich Man to Enter the Kingdom of God, Jesus Blew Their Minds about Wealth and Health According to the Law, Confess Sins to Be Forgiven, 1 John 1:9, Proof-Texting From the Devil, Matthew 4, Jump From the Temple and Angels Will Catch You, Jesus Corrected Devil’s Proof-Texting With Proper Context and We Can Too, 1 John 1:9 Is About Sin Deniers Not Christians Repeatedly Confessing for Forgiveness, John Was a Jew Who Received Forgiveness Annually, Before the Cross The Jews Didn’t Confess to be Forgiven, The Agreed they Broke the Commandment and then Recommitted to Not Do it Again, If You Forget One Sin You’d Go to Hell, What If you Tongue Gets Cut Out, Voice-box No Longer Works, James 5:16, Confess to be Healed In Your Mind, Not About Confessing Secret Sins to Receive Physical Healing, Children’s Hospitals, Bonus Lie is God Will Forgive You If You Ask, Ask For Forgiveness Not in the Bible, The Truth About God’s Forgiveness Is He Doesn’t Forgive Like People Forgive, People Forgive Through Changes Behavior and Apologies, God Only Forgives By Blood, It’s Good to Mature and Even Say Sorry But He’s Not Repeatedly Forgiving You, Jesus Would Have to Die Repeatedly Each Time, By One Offering the Blood of Jesus, You Have Been Forgiven, Once-for-all Forgiveness, Hebrews 9 and 10, He Chooses to Remember Your Sins No More, He No Longer Holds Your Sins Against You, Those Who Have Been Forgiven Much Love Much

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]]> Topics: Forgiveness, God, Blood of Jesus, Matthew 6:15, Forgive Others, Conditional Forgiveness, Old Testament Forgiveness, New Testament Forgiveness, Matthew 5-7, Sermon on the Mount, Subheading Added by Publisher, The Word Sermon Isn’t in the Bible, Greek Rhetoric, Deceitful Argument, Sophists and Philosophers Gave Sermons, Augustine and Chrystostom, Sermons interwoven into Liturgy by Constantine, Sermons Set Aside for Eucharist, Sermons Put Back in Place as Best Part of Service by Reformers, Martin Luther Said you Can’t Know God Unless You Hear Sermons, Faith Comes by Hearing Is Not a Sermon, Many Sermons Don’t Mention Jesus or the Gospel, Cut Off Your Hand, Pluck Out Your Eye, Sell Everything, Don’t Ask For Returns On Your Loans, Don’t Pray in Public, Anger the Same as Murder, Call Someone a Fool and Go to Hell, Leave Your Sacrifice at the Altar, Go Be Reconciled, If They Have Something Against You, Annual Forgiveness at Temple, Day of Atonement, Never Forgave Others to be Forgiven, Obey Commandments in Law to be Blessed, Deuteronomy 8, Health and Wealth, Without Shedding of Blood There Is No Forgiveness, Hebrews 9:22, Christ Would Have to Be Sacrificed Repeatedly, Hebrews 9:26, He Appeared Once For All to Put Away Sin Through Sacrifice of Himself, The Blood of Bulls and Goats Could Never Take Away Sin, Hebrews 10:4, Propitiation of Sin Rather Than Atonement, Satisfying Sacrifice, 1 John 2:2, 1 John 4:10, We Don’t Forgive to Be Forgiven But Because We Have Been Forgiven Past Tense, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Repent of Your sins, Acts 2:39, Acts 3:19, Two Different Greek Words of Repent With Only One English Translation, “Repent!”, Metanoeo and Metanoia, Change of Belief and Change of Behaviors, Unbelievers Committing Repentance According to the Law in the Gospels, Frontier Revivalists, 18th 19th and Early 20th Century, Traveling Superstar Salesman, No Body Life, Just Save the Souls of the Lost, One-Night Stands of Salvation and Then Gone to Next City, Tay Up Numbers of How Many Came Forward and Were Saved, Altar Call Which Showed Repentance Not Biblical, Lorenzo Dow Created Altar Call, So Popular It Was Interwoven Into the Church Services, Only Forgiven Until You Sin Again, Jews Never Repented of Sins to Be Forgiven, Only Blood Forgives, NLT Not Accurate about Repenting “of” sins, Jews Went to the Temple for Forgiveness, They Repented of Sins to Be Blessed With Health and Wealth Not to be Forgiven, Trade of System, Easier For a Camel to Go Through Eye of Needle than for a Rich Man to Enter the Kingdom of God, Jesus Blew Their Minds about Wealth and Health According to the Law, Confess Sins to Be Forgiven, 1 John 1:9, Proof-Texting From the Devil, Matthew 4, Jump From the Temple and Angels Will Catch You, Jesus Corrected Devil’s Proof-Texting With Proper Context and We Can Too, 1 John 1:9 Is About Sin Deniers Not Christians Repeatedly Confessing for Forgiveness, John Was a Jew Who Received Forgiveness Annually, Before the Cross The Jews Didn’t Confess to be Forgiven, The Agreed they Broke the Commandment and then Recommitted to Not Do it Again, If You Forget One Sin You’d Go to Hell, What If you Tongue Gets Cut Out, Voice-box No Longer Works, James 5:16, Confess to be Healed In Your Mind, Not About Confessing Secret Sins to Receive Physical Healing, Children’s Hospitals, Bonus Lie is God Will Forgive You If You Ask, Ask For Forgiveness Not in the Bible, The Truth About God’s Forgiveness Is He Doesn’t Forgive Like People Forgive, People Forgive Through Changes Behavior and Apologies, God Only Forgives By Blood, It’s Good to Mature and Even Say Sorry But He’s Not Repeatedly Forgiving You, Jesus Would Have to Die Repeatedly Each Time, By One Offering the Blood of Jesus, You Have Been Forgiven, Once-for-all Forgiveness, Hebrews 9 and 10, He Chooses to Remember Your Sins No More, He No Longer Holds Your Sins Against You, Those Who Have Been Forgiven Much Love Much

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15488446 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3840 257 full false 10 Unbiblical Catholic Practices (Part 2) (7-21-24) 10 Unbiblical Catholic Practices (Part 2) (7-21-24) Topics: Catholic, Catholicism, Catholic Church, Roman Catholic, Pray to Saints, Constantine, Mother Mary, 1 Kings 2, Access Through King Through Mother, Asking Mary to Ask Jesus, Asking Dead Saints to Pray for Them, Closer to God than Humans, We Are Just as Close, One With God, 1 Corinthians 6:17, No Difference in Asking the Dead for Prayer, Necromancy, Galatians 5:20, Not a Deed of the Spirit, 1 Timothy 2:1 is About People Who Are Alive, Pagan Tribes Pray to Dead Ancestors, Hebrews 11 Isn’t People Who Pray for Us, Obsessing over the Saints Doesn’t Make Much of Jesus, Nobody Comes to the Father Except Through Me, John 14:6, Categorizing Sins, Venial and Mortal, Every Sin is Mortal, Romans 6:23, Romans 1 Gossip to Murder, Romans 14:23 Anything That’s Not of Faith is Sin, Every Sin Equals Death, Jesus Died, Romans 6:9-10, Jesus Died Once, Christ Suffered Once for Sins to Make Your Righteous and Bring You to God, 1 Peter 3:18, Top-Down Authority System, After John Died Authority System Established Through Ignatius of Antioch, Matthew 20:25-26, You Will Not Lord Over One Another With Authority, It Will Not Be Like This Among you, If you Want to be Great You Must Serve, Even Christ Did Not Come to Be Served but to Serve, The Word Bishop Established with Power, Don’t Do Anything Without Bishop Present, Regard the Bishop the Same as the Lord, It is UnLawful to Perform Baptisms Without the Bishop Present, John Calvin Echoed Ignatius of Antioch with the Word Pastor, Bishop Not in the Bible, 1 Timothy 3:1, Episcopon, Overseer, If Anyone Aspires to be and Overseer it is a Noble Task, This is Not an Office, Office is Not in Original Text of 1 Timothy 3:1, No Offices in the Body of Christ, Roman Imperialism Superimposed onto the Body of Christ, Hebrews 7:23 is Office of the Levites for Temple Work, Death Prevented Them From Continuing, Mature Christians, Honorable to Oversee Christians but No Authority, Similar to Sponsor in AA, No Authority or Control, Christian Classes, Clergy and Laity Distinction, One Body With Many Members and Only Christ is the Head, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Nobody is in Charge, Gave Priests Their Own Church, Priests not In Charge of Anything on This Side of The Cross, 1 Peter 2:9, Members of a Royal Priesthood, Before the Cross Priests Didn’t Have any Power or their Own Church, Covenant-Mixture Theologian Cyprian of Carthage, Christian Temples, You Cannot Go to What You Are, Nothing in the Bible Describes Church Today, Mass Created by Gregory the Great in 6th Century, Constantine Erected Countless Church Buildings to Make Christians Valid, Cathedra is Bishop’s Throne, Cathedral is House of the Bishop’s Throne, Modeled After Romand Basilicas, Official if Built On Top of Saints or Body Part of Saint in the Altar Table, Cologne Took Over 600 Years to Build and God Still Doesn’t Live there, Acts 7:48, Acts 17:24, You Are the Temple of God, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, If You Leave Catholic Church You Won’t be Saved, Original Church, How Cults Work, Unbiblical Because of Hebrews 7:25, He is Able to Save Completely Because He Always Lives, Catholic is Not in the Bible, Roman Catholic, Romans Didn’t Start Jesus’ Church they Killed Him, The Original Church is the Ecclesia, The Living Organism, The Called Out Ones, Those Who House God Almighty in their Very Being And Express Him, The Body of Christ 

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]]> Topics: Catholic, Catholicism, Catholic Church, Roman Catholic, Pray to Saints, Constantine, Mother Mary, 1 Kings 2, Access Through King Through Mother, Asking Mary to Ask Jesus, Asking Dead Saints to Pray for Them, Closer to God than Humans, We Are Just as Close, One With God, 1 Corinthians 6:17, No Difference in Asking the Dead for Prayer, Necromancy, Galatians 5:20, Not a Deed of the Spirit, 1 Timothy 2:1 is About People Who Are Alive, Pagan Tribes Pray to Dead Ancestors, Hebrews 11 Isn’t People Who Pray for Us, Obsessing over the Saints Doesn’t Make Much of Jesus, Nobody Comes to the Father Except Through Me, John 14:6, Categorizing Sins, Venial and Mortal, Every Sin is Mortal, Romans 6:23, Romans 1 Gossip to Murder, Romans 14:23 Anything That’s Not of Faith is Sin, Every Sin Equals Death, Jesus Died, Romans 6:9-10, Jesus Died Once, Christ Suffered Once for Sins to Make Your Righteous and Bring You to God, 1 Peter 3:18, Top-Down Authority System, After John Died Authority System Established Through Ignatius of Antioch, Matthew 20:25-26, You Will Not Lord Over One Another With Authority, It Will Not Be Like This Among you, If you Want to be Great You Must Serve, Even Christ Did Not Come to Be Served but to Serve, The Word Bishop Established with Power, Don’t Do Anything Without Bishop Present, Regard the Bishop the Same as the Lord, It is UnLawful to Perform Baptisms Without the Bishop Present, John Calvin Echoed Ignatius of Antioch with the Word Pastor, Bishop Not in the Bible, 1 Timothy 3:1, Episcopon, Overseer, If Anyone Aspires to be and Overseer it is a Noble Task, This is Not an Office, Office is Not in Original Text of 1 Timothy 3:1, No Offices in the Body of Christ, Roman Imperialism Superimposed onto the Body of Christ, Hebrews 7:23 is Office of the Levites for Temple Work, Death Prevented Them From Continuing, Mature Christians, Honorable to Oversee Christians but No Authority, Similar to Sponsor in AA, No Authority or Control, Christian Classes, Clergy and Laity Distinction, One Body With Many Members and Only Christ is the Head, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Nobody is in Charge, Gave Priests Their Own Church, Priests not In Charge of Anything on This Side of The Cross, 1 Peter 2:9, Members of a Royal Priesthood, Before the Cross Priests Didn’t Have any Power or their Own Church, Covenant-Mixture Theologian Cyprian of Carthage, Christian Temples, You Cannot Go to What You Are, Nothing in the Bible Describes Church Today, Mass Created by Gregory the Great in 6th Century, Constantine Erected Countless Church Buildings to Make Christians Valid, Cathedra is Bishop’s Throne, Cathedral is House of the Bishop’s Throne, Modeled After Romand Basilicas, Official if Built On Top of Saints or Body Part of Saint in the Altar Table, Cologne Took Over 600 Years to Build and God Still Doesn’t Live there, Acts 7:48, Acts 17:24, You Are the Temple of God, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, If You Leave Catholic Church You Won’t be Saved, Original Church, How Cults Work, Unbiblical Because of Hebrews 7:25, He is Able to Save Completely Because He Always Lives, Catholic is Not in the Bible, Roman Catholic, Romans Didn’t Start Jesus’ Church they Killed Him, The Original Church is the Ecclesia, The Living Organism, The Called Out Ones, Those Who House God Almighty in their Very Being And Express Him, The Body of Christ 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15448178 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3871 256 full false 10 Unbiblical Catholic Practices (Part 1) (7-14-24) 10 Unbiblical Catholic Practices (Part 1) (7-14-24) Topics: Catholic, Catholicism, Eucharist, Communion, Trapped in Catholicism, Pagan Christianity, A Church Building Every Half Mile, Bitter and Angry Apologists, Are Catholics Christians, Denominations Don’t Determine Salvation, Neither Catholic Nor Protestant, The New Creation in Christ, Literally Consume Jesus, Body and Blood, Paganism and Magic, Originated in Rome Influenced By Many Greek Gods, The Word Catholic Means Universal, John 6, Eat My Flesh Drink My Blood, Comparing Himself to Manna, Manna Sent From Heaven for Life and So Was Jesus, The Flesh Counts For Nothing, Life is In His Words, Acts 1, He Literally Ascended, Ritual of Man Officiating Began with Church Fathers, Flour and Water From Factory, Wine From Factory, Eucharist Not in the Bible, Repeatedly Crucifying Jesus, Romans 6, Death No Longer Has Mastery Over Him, The Life He Lives He Lives Forever, Sacrificed Once For Sins, Hebrews 10:10, Hebrews 1:3, Eucharist Ignored Finality of the Cross, It Is Finished, John 19:30, Communion Not a Sacrament but a Full Meal, The Love Feast, The Agape, 1 Corinthians 11, Feast to Love Others and Remember What Jesus Has Done, Not Remember Our Sins, Hebrews 7:25, He Always Lives, Authority to Forgive Sins, John 20, If You Forgive Anyone’s Sins, Disciples Were Not Priests, Fishermen Tax Collector and Treasurer, Disciples Were Jewish and Went to the Temple for Forgiveness Where the Priests Were, They Knew Blood Forgives, They Weren’t Forgiving and Shedding Animal Blood at That Same Time, Hebrews 9:22, Without Shedding of Blood No Forgiveness, Old Covenant Still in Effect, Same Message I Tell People, Your Sins Have Been Forgiven For His Name’s Sake, Forgiveness Through Confession, 1 John 1:9, Surrounding Context of 1 John, Jesus Didn’t Come in the Flesh, Sin Not a Real Thing, We Touched Him, If We Say We Have No Sin, Confess Means to Agree With, All Means All, John was a Jew Who Received Forgiveness Only by Blood, Jesus Isn’t repeatedly Dying Each Confession, What About Sins You Forget About, Peter Was Original Pope, Apostolic Succession, Cyprian of Carthage, Pope Means Father, Call No Man Father, Matthew 23, Pontifex Maximus, Peter Was a Fisherman, We Are All Members of a Royal Priesthood, Matthew 16, Peter is the Rock, The Gospel is the Rock, Peter Denied Jesus, Jesus Called Peter Satan, Peter Cursed the Girl Out, Peter Tried to Stop the Crucifixion, Peter Wouldn’t Eat with the Gentiles, Galatians 2, Acts 5, Ananias and Sapphire, Lying About Money Is Sin, Peter Not the Original Pope or Rock, Church Fathers, Tradition of Men, Jesus and Paul Warned Against Tradition, Call No Man Father, Paul Referred to As Father in Philippians 2 and 1 Corinthians 4, Disciples and Apostles Were Not Church Fathers, No Such Thing as Church Fathers, Old Doesn’t Equal Truth, Judaism is 3500 Years Old, Islam is 1400 Years Old, Church Father’s Struggled With Error, All Scripture is God-Breathed, Letters Left Out of Canon for a Reason

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]]> Topics: Catholic, Catholicism, Eucharist, Communion, Trapped in Catholicism, Pagan Christianity, A Church Building Every Half Mile, Bitter and Angry Apologists, Are Catholics Christians, Denominations Don’t Determine Salvation, Neither Catholic Nor Protestant, The New Creation in Christ, Literally Consume Jesus, Body and Blood, Paganism and Magic, Originated in Rome Influenced By Many Greek Gods, The Word Catholic Means Universal, John 6, Eat My Flesh Drink My Blood, Comparing Himself to Manna, Manna Sent From Heaven for Life and So Was Jesus, The Flesh Counts For Nothing, Life is In His Words, Acts 1, He Literally Ascended, Ritual of Man Officiating Began with Church Fathers, Flour and Water From Factory, Wine From Factory, Eucharist Not in the Bible, Repeatedly Crucifying Jesus, Romans 6, Death No Longer Has Mastery Over Him, The Life He Lives He Lives Forever, Sacrificed Once For Sins, Hebrews 10:10, Hebrews 1:3, Eucharist Ignored Finality of the Cross, It Is Finished, John 19:30, Communion Not a Sacrament but a Full Meal, The Love Feast, The Agape, 1 Corinthians 11, Feast to Love Others and Remember What Jesus Has Done, Not Remember Our Sins, Hebrews 7:25, He Always Lives, Authority to Forgive Sins, John 20, If You Forgive Anyone’s Sins, Disciples Were Not Priests, Fishermen Tax Collector and Treasurer, Disciples Were Jewish and Went to the Temple for Forgiveness Where the Priests Were, They Knew Blood Forgives, They Weren’t Forgiving and Shedding Animal Blood at That Same Time, Hebrews 9:22, Without Shedding of Blood No Forgiveness, Old Covenant Still in Effect, Same Message I Tell People, Your Sins Have Been Forgiven For His Name’s Sake, Forgiveness Through Confession, 1 John 1:9, Surrounding Context of 1 John, Jesus Didn’t Come in the Flesh, Sin Not a Real Thing, We Touched Him, If We Say We Have No Sin, Confess Means to Agree With, All Means All, John was a Jew Who Received Forgiveness Only by Blood, Jesus Isn’t repeatedly Dying Each Confession, What About Sins You Forget About, Peter Was Original Pope, Apostolic Succession, Cyprian of Carthage, Pope Means Father, Call No Man Father, Matthew 23, Pontifex Maximus, Peter Was a Fisherman, We Are All Members of a Royal Priesthood, Matthew 16, Peter is the Rock, The Gospel is the Rock, Peter Denied Jesus, Jesus Called Peter Satan, Peter Cursed the Girl Out, Peter Tried to Stop the Crucifixion, Peter Wouldn’t Eat with the Gentiles, Galatians 2, Acts 5, Ananias and Sapphire, Lying About Money Is Sin, Peter Not the Original Pope or Rock, Church Fathers, Tradition of Men, Jesus and Paul Warned Against Tradition, Call No Man Father, Paul Referred to As Father in Philippians 2 and 1 Corinthians 4, Disciples and Apostles Were Not Church Fathers, No Such Thing as Church Fathers, Old Doesn’t Equal Truth, Judaism is 3500 Years Old, Islam is 1400 Years Old, Church Father’s Struggled With Error, All Scripture is God-Breathed, Letters Left Out of Canon for a Reason

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15411691 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3356 255 full false What Is the Mark of the Beast? (7-7-24) What Is the Mark of the Beast? (7-7-24) Topics: Mark of the Beast, MOB, Revelation 13:16-17, History of Being Wrong About the Mark, Marked on Hand or Forehead, Palm Payment Program, Bitcoin, Barcode, Credit Cards, Social Security Numbers, Papal Insignia, Hobby Lobby Founder, Fear Sells, Bondage to Man-Made Church System, Try Harder, Do More, Obey Pastor, Be Careful, Don’t Rob God, Fear Sells Religion, Perfect Love Casts Out All Fear, What Makes Us Believe We’ve Figured it Out, How to Read Revelation, Not Like Other Biblical Letters, This Is a Vision, Don’t Be Afraid, Fear Is Red Flag Being Taught in Error, God Doesn’t Want Us To Figure Out Revelation, Beginning and End Bookends, Middle is Overt Symbolism, Rest and Don’t Live Neurotic Lives, Revelation 13, Chapters Not Added Until 13th Century, Read it Fearlessly as a Vision, What the Mark Is Not, Overview of What it Hasn’t Been, Not Administered by Antichrist or Lawless One, 1 John, 2 John, 2 Thessalonians 2, Anyone Antichrist is Anti-Christ, Anti-Gospel, Lawless One Was Individual Teaching the Law of Moses Causing Believers to Fall Away in Their Belief, 1 John 2 John 2 Thess Say Nothing About Mark of the Beast, Who Gives It to You Is a Horned Dragon, What Gives Us the Right to Say What Is and Isn’t Literal, Remember to Read Fearless and Symbolically, Revelation 14, 144,000 Marked by God, Only 144,000 Will Be Saved, Being Marked Traced Back to the Old Testament, Deuteronomy 6:8, Ezekiel 9:4, Marked by Law of Moses, Symbolically and Literally, John Was Jew Aware of Deuteronomy 6 and Ezekiel 9, Old Covenant Still in Effect, Old Testament Mark of the Beast Proof-Texting Is a Red Flag, Ignoring What Christ Accomplished at the Cross and Resurrection, Can’t Buy or Sell Without the Mark, Fire Fall in Front of You, What Bible do You Have, Revelation 12, Woman Clothed in the Sun and Standing on the Moon, But that Part Isn’t Literal, Mark Is Literal but Horned Dragon and 144,000 Isn’t, Can’t Buy or Sell is Literal but Fire Falling in Front of You and Woman Clothed in Sun Standing on Moon Isn’t, Fear Based Teaching Charts and Graphs, Fund Religious Fear-Based System, Blood of Jesus, Teaching Built on Error Which Ignores Jesus, Marked by the Holy Spirit of Jesus Christ, Ephesians 1:13, Stamped, Sealed Up Forever With Him, You’re Safe, Don’t be Afraid

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]]> Topics: Mark of the Beast, MOB, Revelation 13:16-17, History of Being Wrong About the Mark, Marked on Hand or Forehead, Palm Payment Program, Bitcoin, Barcode, Credit Cards, Social Security Numbers, Papal Insignia, Hobby Lobby Founder, Fear Sells, Bondage to Man-Made Church System, Try Harder, Do More, Obey Pastor, Be Careful, Don’t Rob God, Fear Sells Religion, Perfect Love Casts Out All Fear, What Makes Us Believe We’ve Figured it Out, How to Read Revelation, Not Like Other Biblical Letters, This Is a Vision, Don’t Be Afraid, Fear Is Red Flag Being Taught in Error, God Doesn’t Want Us To Figure Out Revelation, Beginning and End Bookends, Middle is Overt Symbolism, Rest and Don’t Live Neurotic Lives, Revelation 13, Chapters Not Added Until 13th Century, Read it Fearlessly as a Vision, What the Mark Is Not, Overview of What it Hasn’t Been, Not Administered by Antichrist or Lawless One, 1 John, 2 John, 2 Thessalonians 2, Anyone Antichrist is Anti-Christ, Anti-Gospel, Lawless One Was Individual Teaching the Law of Moses Causing Believers to Fall Away in Their Belief, 1 John 2 John 2 Thess Say Nothing About Mark of the Beast, Who Gives It to You Is a Horned Dragon, What Gives Us the Right to Say What Is and Isn’t Literal, Remember to Read Fearless and Symbolically, Revelation 14, 144,000 Marked by God, Only 144,000 Will Be Saved, Being Marked Traced Back to the Old Testament, Deuteronomy 6:8, Ezekiel 9:4, Marked by Law of Moses, Symbolically and Literally, John Was Jew Aware of Deuteronomy 6 and Ezekiel 9, Old Covenant Still in Effect, Old Testament Mark of the Beast Proof-Texting Is a Red Flag, Ignoring What Christ Accomplished at the Cross and Resurrection, Can’t Buy or Sell Without the Mark, Fire Fall in Front of You, What Bible do You Have, Revelation 12, Woman Clothed in the Sun and Standing on the Moon, But that Part Isn’t Literal, Mark Is Literal but Horned Dragon and 144,000 Isn’t, Can’t Buy or Sell is Literal but Fire Falling in Front of You and Woman Clothed in Sun Standing on Moon Isn’t, Fear Based Teaching Charts and Graphs, Fund Religious Fear-Based System, Blood of Jesus, Teaching Built on Error Which Ignores Jesus, Marked by the Holy Spirit of Jesus Christ, Ephesians 1:13, Stamped, Sealed Up Forever With Him, You’re Safe, Don’t be Afraid

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15373425 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3356 254 full false 10 Lies About the Rapture (Part 2) (6-30-24) 10 Lies About the Rapture (Part 2) (6-30-24) Topics: Rapture, Revelation, Not All Christians Are Raptured, Put in Work, Repented of Sins, Endured to the End, What Happens When Christ Returns, End of Time, Best Works Like Filthy Rags, Isaiah 64:6, Depart From Me Workers, Matthew 7, If It’s Based on Grace Cannot Be Based on Works, No Longer Grace, Romans 11:6, Gospel of Grace, Acts 20:24, One Unrepentant Sin Would Separate You From God, Everyone Will Die With at Least One Unrepentant Sin, Enduring to the End to Be Raptured is Proof-texting, 1 Thessalonians 4, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Sinning Less and Doing More Good Things Isn’t Good Enough, Be Perfect Like God, Matthew 5:48, Christ Who Endured to the End, Hebrews 12, Cut Short for the Sake of the Elect, The Elect is Believers, Two Judgments, Bema Seat, Great White Throne, Revelation 20, Eyes Have Not Seen Ears Have Not Heard, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Those Who Love Him, Poured His Love into Us, Romans 5:5, Incorruptible Love, Ephesians 6:24, Grace Explodes in Heaven, No Rewards Ceremony, Gold Silver and Bronze Metals, Parable of the Talents, Matthew 25, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Matthew 20, I No Longer Call You Servants but Friends, John 15:15, Seated in Christ, Ephesians 2, Looking for Signs of His Return, Saved From the Wrath of God, 1 Thessalonians 5:1, Romans 5:9, Two Separate Wraths, Wrath Over Sin is Satisfied, Coming Wrath for This Planet, New Neighborhood, God Lavished His Love on Us, Children of God, 1 John 3:1, Two-Faced Father, Revelation Easy to Decipher, Prophecies Easy to Figure Out, No Part of Revelation Speaks of a Rapture, Revelation 7, Great Tribulation, Revelation 13, 42 Months, Mark of the Beast, Buy and Sell, Horned Dragon, Revelation 20, Thousand Year Reign, Revelation 22, Charts and Graphs, Coming soon, Reward is With Me, Repay Each Person According to What They’ve Done, Reward of Inheritance, Colossians 3, Read Revelation Fearlessly, New Covenant Prophecy Written Symbolically, Don’t Try to Predict the Return of Jesus, Everyone Is Not Saved, Coast Guard Offers Saving, Inclusionism, Universalism, Ministry of Reconciliation, 2 Corinthians 5, Be Reconciled, We Plead with You, Not Holding Sins Against You, Competent Ministers of the New Covenant, 2 Corinthians 3, When He Comes Back it Will Be Awesome 

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]]> Topics: Rapture, Revelation, Not All Christians Are Raptured, Put in Work, Repented of Sins, Endured to the End, What Happens When Christ Returns, End of Time, Best Works Like Filthy Rags, Isaiah 64:6, Depart From Me Workers, Matthew 7, If It’s Based on Grace Cannot Be Based on Works, No Longer Grace, Romans 11:6, Gospel of Grace, Acts 20:24, One Unrepentant Sin Would Separate You From God, Everyone Will Die With at Least One Unrepentant Sin, Enduring to the End to Be Raptured is Proof-texting, 1 Thessalonians 4, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Sinning Less and Doing More Good Things Isn’t Good Enough, Be Perfect Like God, Matthew 5:48, Christ Who Endured to the End, Hebrews 12, Cut Short for the Sake of the Elect, The Elect is Believers, Two Judgments, Bema Seat, Great White Throne, Revelation 20, Eyes Have Not Seen Ears Have Not Heard, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Those Who Love Him, Poured His Love into Us, Romans 5:5, Incorruptible Love, Ephesians 6:24, Grace Explodes in Heaven, No Rewards Ceremony, Gold Silver and Bronze Metals, Parable of the Talents, Matthew 25, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Matthew 20, I No Longer Call You Servants but Friends, John 15:15, Seated in Christ, Ephesians 2, Looking for Signs of His Return, Saved From the Wrath of God, 1 Thessalonians 5:1, Romans 5:9, Two Separate Wraths, Wrath Over Sin is Satisfied, Coming Wrath for This Planet, New Neighborhood, God Lavished His Love on Us, Children of God, 1 John 3:1, Two-Faced Father, Revelation Easy to Decipher, Prophecies Easy to Figure Out, No Part of Revelation Speaks of a Rapture, Revelation 7, Great Tribulation, Revelation 13, 42 Months, Mark of the Beast, Buy and Sell, Horned Dragon, Revelation 20, Thousand Year Reign, Revelation 22, Charts and Graphs, Coming soon, Reward is With Me, Repay Each Person According to What They’ve Done, Reward of Inheritance, Colossians 3, Read Revelation Fearlessly, New Covenant Prophecy Written Symbolically, Don’t Try to Predict the Return of Jesus, Everyone Is Not Saved, Coast Guard Offers Saving, Inclusionism, Universalism, Ministry of Reconciliation, 2 Corinthians 5, Be Reconciled, We Plead with You, Not Holding Sins Against You, Competent Ministers of the New Covenant, 2 Corinthians 3, When He Comes Back it Will Be Awesome 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15336364 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3863 253 full false 10 Lies About the Rapture (Part 1) (6-23-24) 10 Lies About the Rapture (Part 1) (6-23-24) Topics: Rapture, Caught up, Harpazo, Matthew 24, Luke 21, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Destruction of the Temple, AD70, Signs to Lookout For, One Taken One Left, Sun Moon Stars Darkened, Abomination of Desolation, Isaiah 13, Ezekiel 32, Downfall of Babylon, Downfall of Pharaoh, Downfall of Overseeing System, The Sky is Falling, Left on Earth, Years of Tribulation, Post Mid Pre, Dates and Times You Don’t Need to Know, 1 Thessalonians 5:1, Like a Thief in the Night, Great Trouble and Suffering, Tribulation Never Event or Time Period, Obsessed With End of Time, Daniel’s Prophecy, Jacob’s Trouble, Jeremiah 30, Old Testament Prophets Not Speaking About Eschatology, Jacob Renamed Israel, Wrestled With God in Genesis 32, 1 Corinthians 15, If Christ Did Not Raise From The Dead, Those Who Have Fallen Asleep, Resurrected Like Jesus, New Physical Body, Not All Will Fall Asleep, Not All Will Die if Alive When Christ Returns, Same Reference of 1 Corinthians 15 and 1 Thessalonians 4

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]]> Topics: Rapture, Caught up, Harpazo, Matthew 24, Luke 21, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Destruction of the Temple, AD70, Signs to Lookout For, One Taken One Left, Sun Moon Stars Darkened, Abomination of Desolation, Isaiah 13, Ezekiel 32, Downfall of Babylon, Downfall of Pharaoh, Downfall of Overseeing System, The Sky is Falling, Left on Earth, Years of Tribulation, Post Mid Pre, Dates and Times You Don’t Need to Know, 1 Thessalonians 5:1, Like a Thief in the Night, Great Trouble and Suffering, Tribulation Never Event or Time Period, Obsessed With End of Time, Daniel’s Prophecy, Jacob’s Trouble, Jeremiah 30, Old Testament Prophets Not Speaking About Eschatology, Jacob Renamed Israel, Wrestled With God in Genesis 32, 1 Corinthians 15, If Christ Did Not Raise From The Dead, Those Who Have Fallen Asleep, Resurrected Like Jesus, New Physical Body, Not All Will Fall Asleep, Not All Will Die if Alive When Christ Returns, Same Reference of 1 Corinthians 15 and 1 Thessalonians 4

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15297064 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0500 2989 252 full false Understanding the Rapture and "The Dead in Christ Shall Rise First" (6-16-24) Understanding the Rapture and "The Dead in Christ Shall Rise First" (6-16-24) Topics: Rapture, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Mark 13, Luke 17, End Times, Dead in Christ Rise First, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Caught Up, Harpazo, Random Letters Pieced Together, Proof-Texting, Matthew 4, Devil Proof-Texted the Torah, Fear-Based Eschatology, Those Who Have Fallen Asleep, They Will Return With Jesus, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15, Dead Will Come From Their Graves, Those Who Have Believed Will Come Back to Life, Idleness, Live Quietly, Work With Your Hands, Return of Jesus, 1 Thessalonians 5, Dates and Times You Don’t Need to Know, Thief in the Night, But You are Children of the Light You are Not in Darkness, Destruction of Temple, Jerusalem Surrounded by Armies, Flee for the Mountains, Head for the Hills, Don’t go to the City, This Generation Will Not Pass Away, Lawlessness Will Increase, Abomination of Desolation, Pregnant and Nursing Women, Sun Moon and Stars Darkened, Two Men in the Field, Two Women at the Mill, Son of Man Coming in the Clouds, Acts 1, AD70, Over a Million Jews Were Killed, Proof-texting Antichrist and Lawless One, Final Judgment, Sheep From Goats, Christians Judged According to What Christ Has Done, Unbelievers Judged According to What They Have Done, Cremation, Left Behind

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]]> Topics: Rapture, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Mark 13, Luke 17, End Times, Dead in Christ Rise First, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Caught Up, Harpazo, Random Letters Pieced Together, Proof-Texting, Matthew 4, Devil Proof-Texted the Torah, Fear-Based Eschatology, Those Who Have Fallen Asleep, They Will Return With Jesus, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-15, Dead Will Come From Their Graves, Those Who Have Believed Will Come Back to Life, Idleness, Live Quietly, Work With Your Hands, Return of Jesus, 1 Thessalonians 5, Dates and Times You Don’t Need to Know, Thief in the Night, But You are Children of the Light You are Not in Darkness, Destruction of Temple, Jerusalem Surrounded by Armies, Flee for the Mountains, Head for the Hills, Don’t go to the City, This Generation Will Not Pass Away, Lawlessness Will Increase, Abomination of Desolation, Pregnant and Nursing Women, Sun Moon and Stars Darkened, Two Men in the Field, Two Women at the Mill, Son of Man Coming in the Clouds, Acts 1, AD70, Over a Million Jews Were Killed, Proof-texting Antichrist and Lawless One, Final Judgment, Sheep From Goats, Christians Judged According to What Christ Has Done, Unbelievers Judged According to What They Have Done, Cremation, Left Behind

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15258412 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3638 251 full false Who Is the Antichrist? (6-2-24) Who Is the Antichrist? (6-2-24) Topics: Antichrist, Lawless One, End of Time, Eschatology, Colossians 2:8, Tradition of men, Political Figure, Nero, AD70, 2 Thessalonians, 1 John, 2 John, Proof-texting, Protestant Scholastics, John Darby, Anyone Against Jesus, Establish Himself in Temple, Man Riding on Horseback Added Verses to Bible, Temple is Gone, Return of Jesus, Lawless one Taught the Law, Delighted in Unrighteousness, 1 Timothy 1:7, 1 Timothy 1:9, Delighted in the Law, Psalm 1:2-3, Romans 7:22, Nobody Declared Righteous Through the Law, Romans, 3:20, Be Perfect Like God, Matthew 5:48, Matthew 5-7, In Accordance With How Satan Works, False Signs and Wonders, Children of the Devil, John 8, If God Were Your Father You Would Love Me, Lawless One Did Not Love Jesus, Did Not Obey the Gospel, Workers of Lawlessness, Depart From Me I Never Knew You, Matthew 7:21-23, Appear as Angels of Light, Masquerading Like Satan, Thorn in Paul’s Flesh, Lawless One is Specific Individual, Every Letter Paul Lamented About Judaizers Except Philemon, Left Behind Books Series 

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]]> Topics: Antichrist, Lawless One, End of Time, Eschatology, Colossians 2:8, Tradition of men, Political Figure, Nero, AD70, 2 Thessalonians, 1 John, 2 John, Proof-texting, Protestant Scholastics, John Darby, Anyone Against Jesus, Establish Himself in Temple, Man Riding on Horseback Added Verses to Bible, Temple is Gone, Return of Jesus, Lawless one Taught the Law, Delighted in Unrighteousness, 1 Timothy 1:7, 1 Timothy 1:9, Delighted in the Law, Psalm 1:2-3, Romans 7:22, Nobody Declared Righteous Through the Law, Romans, 3:20, Be Perfect Like God, Matthew 5:48, Matthew 5-7, In Accordance With How Satan Works, False Signs and Wonders, Children of the Devil, John 8, If God Were Your Father You Would Love Me, Lawless One Did Not Love Jesus, Did Not Obey the Gospel, Workers of Lawlessness, Depart From Me I Never Knew You, Matthew 7:21-23, Appear as Angels of Light, Masquerading Like Satan, Thorn in Paul’s Flesh, Lawless One is Specific Individual, Every Letter Paul Lamented About Judaizers Except Philemon, Left Behind Books Series 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15178559 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3564 250 full false 5 Lies About the Great Falling Away (5-26-24) 5 Lies About the Great Falling Away (5-26-24) Topics: 2 Thessalonians, Return of Jesus, Lawless One, Strong Delusion, the Rapture, Matthew 24, Luke 17, Luke 21, Mark 13, Eschatology, Proof-Texting, Protestant Scholastics, John Darby, Plymouth Brethren, Repent the End is Near, Harpazo, Caught Up, 1 Thessalonians 4, The Dead Who Rise First, Cremation, Anti-Christs, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, the Rebellion or Apostasy or Falling Away, Nero, Hebrews 6, Galatians 5, John 16, I’ve Told You These Things So you Do Not Fall Away, Turn Away, 1 Timothy 4:1, In the Last Days, In Accordance With Satan, All Signs and Wonders, Refused to Love the Truth and be Saved, Strong Delusion, Do Not Believe Truth, Pleasure in Unrighteousness, Law Not for the Righteous, 1 Timothy 1:9, Stand Firm in the Truth of the Gospel, Pray for Us to be Delivered from Wicked and Evil Men, The Lord is Faithful He Will Strengthen and Protect You From the Evil One, 2 Thessalonians 3, Idleness and People Not Working

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]]> Topics: 2 Thessalonians, Return of Jesus, Lawless One, Strong Delusion, the Rapture, Matthew 24, Luke 17, Luke 21, Mark 13, Eschatology, Proof-Texting, Protestant Scholastics, John Darby, Plymouth Brethren, Repent the End is Near, Harpazo, Caught Up, 1 Thessalonians 4, The Dead Who Rise First, Cremation, Anti-Christs, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, the Rebellion or Apostasy or Falling Away, Nero, Hebrews 6, Galatians 5, John 16, I’ve Told You These Things So you Do Not Fall Away, Turn Away, 1 Timothy 4:1, In the Last Days, In Accordance With Satan, All Signs and Wonders, Refused to Love the Truth and be Saved, Strong Delusion, Do Not Believe Truth, Pleasure in Unrighteousness, Law Not for the Righteous, 1 Timothy 1:9, Stand Firm in the Truth of the Gospel, Pray for Us to be Delivered from Wicked and Evil Men, The Lord is Faithful He Will Strengthen and Protect You From the Evil One, 2 Thessalonians 3, Idleness and People Not Working

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15139286 Sun, 26 May 2024 14:00:00 -0500 3732 249 full false Why Most Pastors Won't Teach the Truth About Jesus (5-19-24) Why Most Pastors Won't Teach the Truth About Jesus (5-19-24) Topics: Pastors, Preaching and Teaching, Traditional Teaching, Jesus and Paul’s Warning, Mark 7:9, Colossians 2:8, Lies About the Word Pastor, Complete Forgiveness, Complete Righteousness, We Want What God Wants, Only Blood Forgives, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 10:10, Once for All Holiness and Sanctification, Christ has Made You Righteous, 1 Peter 3:18, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Colossians 1:22, Colossians 2:9-10, Partaker in Divine Nature, 2 Peter 1:4, Sinning More Not Less, Titus 2:11-12, Romans 5:20, Romans 6:14, Galatians 5:18, Error of Churches Not Being Able to Pay Bills Without Tithing, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Give Freely From the Heart, Tithing is a Curse, Nobody Has Power Over You, You Will Not Lord Over One Another, Matthew 20:25, Christ is Head of the Body and Holds Supremacy, Colossians 1:18, All Members are Vital, Necessary to Function and Express Christ, Body Not Made Up of One Part but Many, 1 Corinthians 12:14, Gatherings Were Open and Participatory, 1 Corinthians 14:26 

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Preaching and Teaching, Traditional Teaching, Jesus and Paul’s Warning, Mark 7:9, Colossians 2:8, Lies About the Word Pastor, Complete Forgiveness, Complete Righteousness, We Want What God Wants, Only Blood Forgives, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 10:10, Once for All Holiness and Sanctification, Christ has Made You Righteous, 1 Peter 3:18, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Colossians 1:22, Colossians 2:9-10, Partaker in Divine Nature, 2 Peter 1:4, Sinning More Not Less, Titus 2:11-12, Romans 5:20, Romans 6:14, Galatians 5:18, Error of Churches Not Being Able to Pay Bills Without Tithing, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Give Freely From the Heart, Tithing is a Curse, Nobody Has Power Over You, You Will Not Lord Over One Another, Matthew 20:25, Christ is Head of the Body and Holds Supremacy, Colossians 1:18, All Members are Vital, Necessary to Function and Express Christ, Body Not Made Up of One Part but Many, 1 Corinthians 12:14, Gatherings Were Open and Participatory, 1 Corinthians 14:26 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15095832 Sun, 19 May 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3540 248 full false 3 Lies About Willful Sins (5-12-24) 3 Lies About Willful Sins (5-12-24) Topics: Willful Sins, Deliberate Sins, Non-Willing Sins, Hebrews 10:26, Hebrews 10:26-29, No Sacrifice is Left, Enemies of God, Romans 5:1, Peace With God Because of Jesus, Trampled on Son of God, Treated New Covenant as Unholy, Insulted the Spirit of Grace, Trusted Son of God, Believed in New Covenant, Spirit of Grace Lives Within Us, Unwillful Sins, Accidental Sins, Non-Deliberate Sins, Sinning According to the Law, Sinning on This Side of the Cross, 613 Different Ways to Sin, Romans 14:23, All Sins Are Willful, We Aren’t Robots, Willful Sins and Sinning Every Once in a While, Every Sin Deserves Death and Jesus Died, Romans 6:23, Every Sin is Forgiven, 1 John 2:12, Your Sins Have Been Forgiven For His Name’s Sake, Your Sins have Been Forgiven Through His Name, John 8, Woman Caught in Adultery, God Sent His Son to Be a Propitiation for Sins, 1 John 4:10, He is the Propitiation for our sins and for the Sins of the Whole World, 1 John 2:2, Satisfying Sacrifice, Did not Atone but Propitiated 

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]]> Topics: Willful Sins, Deliberate Sins, Non-Willing Sins, Hebrews 10:26, Hebrews 10:26-29, No Sacrifice is Left, Enemies of God, Romans 5:1, Peace With God Because of Jesus, Trampled on Son of God, Treated New Covenant as Unholy, Insulted the Spirit of Grace, Trusted Son of God, Believed in New Covenant, Spirit of Grace Lives Within Us, Unwillful Sins, Accidental Sins, Non-Deliberate Sins, Sinning According to the Law, Sinning on This Side of the Cross, 613 Different Ways to Sin, Romans 14:23, All Sins Are Willful, We Aren’t Robots, Willful Sins and Sinning Every Once in a While, Every Sin Deserves Death and Jesus Died, Romans 6:23, Every Sin is Forgiven, 1 John 2:12, Your Sins Have Been Forgiven For His Name’s Sake, Your Sins have Been Forgiven Through His Name, John 8, Woman Caught in Adultery, God Sent His Son to Be a Propitiation for Sins, 1 John 4:10, He is the Propitiation for our sins and for the Sins of the Whole World, 1 John 2:2, Satisfying Sacrifice, Did not Atone but Propitiated 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15054226 Sun, 12 May 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3604 247 full false 3 Ways Church Has Ruined Many Lives (5-5-24) 3 Ways Church Has Ruined Many Lives (5-5-24) Topics: Church, Pastors, Sermons, Body of Christ, Body Life, Matthew 20, Lord Over One Another, 1 Corinthians 11-14, 1 Corinthians 14:34-36, 1 Timothy 2:11-12, Grooming, Narcissism, Temple of Diana, Ephesus, Subjugation, Women Should Prophesy, Acts 19, Jesus Means Nothing, Galatians 5, Christ is of No Value 

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]]> Topics: Church, Pastors, Sermons, Body of Christ, Body Life, Matthew 20, Lord Over One Another, 1 Corinthians 11-14, 1 Corinthians 14:34-36, 1 Timothy 2:11-12, Grooming, Narcissism, Temple of Diana, Ephesus, Subjugation, Women Should Prophesy, Acts 19, Jesus Means Nothing, Galatians 5, Christ is of No Value 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-15012259 Sun, 05 May 2024 13:00:00 -0500 4351 246 full false Do Christians Have a License to Sin? (4-28-24) Do Christians Have a License to Sin? (4-28-24) Topics: Sin, License to Sin, Sinning Without License, Licentiousness, Legalism, License of Righteousness, Grace Through Jesus, Romans 6:1, Romans 6:15, Romans 6:18, Law Compared to Grace, Grace Approx 10 Times in OT, Grace Approx 110 Times in NT, Antinomianism, The Law is Holy Just and Good, Romans 7:12, The Law is Not Made for the Righteous, 1 Timothy 1:9, Churches Teach We Want to Sin, Churches Teach Sinning is Fun, How Dare You Get to Have Fun Sinning, Sinners Shouldn’t be Sinning, Story of Prodigal Son, Parable of Lost Son, Who Was Really Lost, Luke 15:11-32, Be Yourself and Express Your Righteousness, Sin is Not Fun Even for a Season, Theme of Old Testament is Law, Law is License to Sin, Forgiveness at the Temple, Leave Your Sacrifice, Matthew 5:24, Impossible for Blood of Bulls and Goats to Take Away Sin, Hebrews 10:4, Behold the Lamb of God Who Takes Away the Sin of the World, John 1:29, Grace Empowers Us to Live Upright Holy Self-Controlled Life, Titus 2:11-12, License to Be Ourselves, Book of Jude, Gospel Perverted by Licentiousness, Two Ways to Pervert the Gospel, Licentiousness and Legalism, Old Covenant Based on Promise Between God and Israel, New Covenant Based on Promise Between Father and Son, Hebrews 6:16-19, Two Unchangeable Parties, By Grace of God Jesus Tasted Death for Everyone, Hebrews 2:9, Not one Unbeliever Righteous, Zechariah 12:10, I Will Pour the Spirit of Grace onto the House of David The One Whom They Pierced, Ezra 9:8, Brief Moment of Grace, Law Came Through Moses Grace and Truth Through Jesus, From His Fullness Received Grace Upon Grace, John 1:16-17, Law Increased Sin, Grace Increased Even More, Romans 5:20, License to Sin Is Man-Made Tradition of Repentance and Confession, Greasy Grace or Greasy Law, Law is Slippery, Cheap Grace or Cheap Law, House Build on Sand or House Built on the Rock, Matthew 7, Firm Foundation, Rock is the Message about Jesus, Matthew 16, Jesus Became Sin and We Became Righteous, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Sin Will No Longer be Your Master Not Under Law but Grace, Romans 6:14, World Talking About License to Sin and We’re Talking About License to Express Righteousness, 1 John 3:7, Practice of Righteousness, Those Who Are Righteous Practice Righteousness and Holiness, Revelation 22:11

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]]> Topics: Sin, License to Sin, Sinning Without License, Licentiousness, Legalism, License of Righteousness, Grace Through Jesus, Romans 6:1, Romans 6:15, Romans 6:18, Law Compared to Grace, Grace Approx 10 Times in OT, Grace Approx 110 Times in NT, Antinomianism, The Law is Holy Just and Good, Romans 7:12, The Law is Not Made for the Righteous, 1 Timothy 1:9, Churches Teach We Want to Sin, Churches Teach Sinning is Fun, How Dare You Get to Have Fun Sinning, Sinners Shouldn’t be Sinning, Story of Prodigal Son, Parable of Lost Son, Who Was Really Lost, Luke 15:11-32, Be Yourself and Express Your Righteousness, Sin is Not Fun Even for a Season, Theme of Old Testament is Law, Law is License to Sin, Forgiveness at the Temple, Leave Your Sacrifice, Matthew 5:24, Impossible for Blood of Bulls and Goats to Take Away Sin, Hebrews 10:4, Behold the Lamb of God Who Takes Away the Sin of the World, John 1:29, Grace Empowers Us to Live Upright Holy Self-Controlled Life, Titus 2:11-12, License to Be Ourselves, Book of Jude, Gospel Perverted by Licentiousness, Two Ways to Pervert the Gospel, Licentiousness and Legalism, Old Covenant Based on Promise Between God and Israel, New Covenant Based on Promise Between Father and Son, Hebrews 6:16-19, Two Unchangeable Parties, By Grace of God Jesus Tasted Death for Everyone, Hebrews 2:9, Not one Unbeliever Righteous, Zechariah 12:10, I Will Pour the Spirit of Grace onto the House of David The One Whom They Pierced, Ezra 9:8, Brief Moment of Grace, Law Came Through Moses Grace and Truth Through Jesus, From His Fullness Received Grace Upon Grace, John 1:16-17, Law Increased Sin, Grace Increased Even More, Romans 5:20, License to Sin Is Man-Made Tradition of Repentance and Confession, Greasy Grace or Greasy Law, Law is Slippery, Cheap Grace or Cheap Law, House Build on Sand or House Built on the Rock, Matthew 7, Firm Foundation, Rock is the Message about Jesus, Matthew 16, Jesus Became Sin and We Became Righteous, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Sin Will No Longer be Your Master Not Under Law but Grace, Romans 6:14, World Talking About License to Sin and We’re Talking About License to Express Righteousness, 1 John 3:7, Practice of Righteousness, Those Who Are Righteous Practice Righteousness and Holiness, Revelation 22:11

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14969660 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0500 2944 245 full false Can Christians Have a Jezebel Spirit? (4-21-24) Can Christians Have a Jezebel Spirit? (4-21-24) Topics: Jezebel, Jezebel spirit, Spirit of Jezebel, Queen Jezebel, 1 Kings, 2 Kings, Revelation 2:20, Not the same people, Neither is spirit, Spirit of Jezebel not in the Bible, Proof-texting, Man-made religious church jargon, Emotionalism, Ignoring what Christ did at the cross to demonic realm, Colossians 2:15, Disarmed demonic realm, Triumphed over them, Made a public spectacle of them by the cross, 20 times in Bible, Old Testament 19 times, New Testament 1 time, Confusing narcissistic characteristics with Jezebel spirit, Don’t confuse narcissism with a demonic spirit, Accusations of Jezebel spirit have no biblical foundation, Why aren’t we saying to people who lead others you have the spirit of Moses, People who mix law with grace the spirit of James, Labeled promiscuity sexual actions and attractiveness “Jezebel!”, Accusations come from Satan, Accuser of the brethren, Revelation 12:10, Accuses Day and night

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]]> Topics: Jezebel, Jezebel spirit, Spirit of Jezebel, Queen Jezebel, 1 Kings, 2 Kings, Revelation 2:20, Not the same people, Neither is spirit, Spirit of Jezebel not in the Bible, Proof-texting, Man-made religious church jargon, Emotionalism, Ignoring what Christ did at the cross to demonic realm, Colossians 2:15, Disarmed demonic realm, Triumphed over them, Made a public spectacle of them by the cross, 20 times in Bible, Old Testament 19 times, New Testament 1 time, Confusing narcissistic characteristics with Jezebel spirit, Don’t confuse narcissism with a demonic spirit, Accusations of Jezebel spirit have no biblical foundation, Why aren’t we saying to people who lead others you have the spirit of Moses, People who mix law with grace the spirit of James, Labeled promiscuity sexual actions and attractiveness “Jezebel!”, Accusations come from Satan, Accuser of the brethren, Revelation 12:10, Accuses Day and night

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14927585 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3618 244 full false 5 Lies About the Flesh (4-14-24) 5 Lies About the Flesh (4-14-24) Topics: The Flesh, Sarx, Flesh, Soma, Sinful Nature, NIV Mistake, The Flesh is Not You, The Flesh is Not Your Flesh, Three-Letter Word t-h-e, Adam and Eve Didn’t Need a Sinful Nature to Sin, Don’t Need Sinful Nature to Sin, Christians Sin Without Sinful Nature, Divine Nature, NIV Changed Sinful Nature Back to the Flesh, Most-Read Translation, Two Natures, Sharpie Line Through Sinful Nature, Spirit is Willing the Flesh is Weak, Matthew 26:41, Prooftext to Claim Your Body is Weak, Prooftext to Say You Can’t Trust Your Body, His Own Body Became Sarx, We Were in Him and We Were in the Flesh, He Became Sin and the Flesh, God Sent His Son in the Likeness of Sinful Flesh to be a Sin Offering, Romans 8:3-4, Jesus Condemned Sin in the Flesh to Meet Righteous Requirements of the Law, Perfection, Not About Your Spirit Fighting Your Weak Flesh, Jesus’ Spirit is Willing to go to the Cross to Prove the Flesh is Weak, Greatest Challenge Not Your Flesh, Tell Baby Their Flesh is Their Challenge, Greatest Challenge is Understanding Grace of God and Our New Identity, Demonic Forces Want You to Have a Civil War With Your Own Body, Your Flesh Wants to do Things Against God, The Flesh Does Not Your Flesh, God Crated Your Flesh to Have Wants, Lust of the Flesh, 1 John 2:16, Mind Governed by the Flesh is Death, Mind Governed by the Spirit is Life, Romans 8:6, We Have the Mind of Christ, 1 Corinthians 2:16, Your Flesh is an Instrument of Righteousness, Romans 6:13, Desires of Your Flesh Against Desires of the Spirit, Galatians 5:17, For the Flesh Desires what is Contrary to the Spirit and the Spirit Contrary to the Flesh, Capital S, They Are in Conflict With Each Other, You Don’t Do What You Want, Those Who Belong to Christ Have Crucified the Flesh With Its Desires, Galatians 5:24, Can’t Crucify Yourself, Since We Live By the Spirit Let Us Keep in Step With the Spirit, Romans 7, Proof of Sinful Nature, Sin in Our Flesh, Must Fight Our Flesh, Miserable Man, Romans 6:14, Sin Will No Longer be Your Master, Sin in His Members, Hamartia, Power of Sin, No Condemnation in Christ, Romans 8:1, Set Free From Sin and Death, Romans 8:2, Flesh is Blameless, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Knit Together in Mother’s Womb by God, Psalm 139:13, Temple of Holy Spirit, 1 Corinthians 3:16 & 6:19, Care for Your body Like Christ Cares for Church, Ephesians 5:29, Your Flesh is a Masterpiece

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]]> Topics: The Flesh, Sarx, Flesh, Soma, Sinful Nature, NIV Mistake, The Flesh is Not You, The Flesh is Not Your Flesh, Three-Letter Word t-h-e, Adam and Eve Didn’t Need a Sinful Nature to Sin, Don’t Need Sinful Nature to Sin, Christians Sin Without Sinful Nature, Divine Nature, NIV Changed Sinful Nature Back to the Flesh, Most-Read Translation, Two Natures, Sharpie Line Through Sinful Nature, Spirit is Willing the Flesh is Weak, Matthew 26:41, Prooftext to Claim Your Body is Weak, Prooftext to Say You Can’t Trust Your Body, His Own Body Became Sarx, We Were in Him and We Were in the Flesh, He Became Sin and the Flesh, God Sent His Son in the Likeness of Sinful Flesh to be a Sin Offering, Romans 8:3-4, Jesus Condemned Sin in the Flesh to Meet Righteous Requirements of the Law, Perfection, Not About Your Spirit Fighting Your Weak Flesh, Jesus’ Spirit is Willing to go to the Cross to Prove the Flesh is Weak, Greatest Challenge Not Your Flesh, Tell Baby Their Flesh is Their Challenge, Greatest Challenge is Understanding Grace of God and Our New Identity, Demonic Forces Want You to Have a Civil War With Your Own Body, Your Flesh Wants to do Things Against God, The Flesh Does Not Your Flesh, God Crated Your Flesh to Have Wants, Lust of the Flesh, 1 John 2:16, Mind Governed by the Flesh is Death, Mind Governed by the Spirit is Life, Romans 8:6, We Have the Mind of Christ, 1 Corinthians 2:16, Your Flesh is an Instrument of Righteousness, Romans 6:13, Desires of Your Flesh Against Desires of the Spirit, Galatians 5:17, For the Flesh Desires what is Contrary to the Spirit and the Spirit Contrary to the Flesh, Capital S, They Are in Conflict With Each Other, You Don’t Do What You Want, Those Who Belong to Christ Have Crucified the Flesh With Its Desires, Galatians 5:24, Can’t Crucify Yourself, Since We Live By the Spirit Let Us Keep in Step With the Spirit, Romans 7, Proof of Sinful Nature, Sin in Our Flesh, Must Fight Our Flesh, Miserable Man, Romans 6:14, Sin Will No Longer be Your Master, Sin in His Members, Hamartia, Power of Sin, No Condemnation in Christ, Romans 8:1, Set Free From Sin and Death, Romans 8:2, Flesh is Blameless, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Knit Together in Mother’s Womb by God, Psalm 139:13, Temple of Holy Spirit, 1 Corinthians 3:16 & 6:19, Care for Your body Like Christ Cares for Church, Ephesians 5:29, Your Flesh is a Masterpiece

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14886258 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3857 243 full false 3 Lies About Soul Ties (4-7-24) 3 Lies About Soul Ties (4-7-24) Topics: Soul, Three Part Being, Spirit Soul Body, Greek Word for Soul, Mind Free Will and Emotions, Thinker Chooser Feeler, 1 Thes 5:23, Soul Expresses What is Happening in Mind, How You Feel About What’s Happening to You and Around You, Conscience, Eyes and Ears Train Conscience, Soul Tie, New Age Concept, Intentional or Unintentional Connection, Tie Means Bound, Christ Set Us Free, Whom the Son Sets Free, John 8:36, It Was For Freedom Christ has Set You Free, Galatians 5:1, Where the Spirit of the Lord is There is Freedom, 2 Corinthians 3:17, Break Soul Ties Through Crystals, Meditation, Spiritual Side of Yoga, Tarot Cards, Mediums, Ears Ringing, Strong Thoughts and Emotions Toward another Person, Error of Working Hard to Break Soul Tie, Sealed Up With the Spirit, Ephesians 1:13, David and Jonathan, 1 Samuel 18:1, Soul of Jonathan Knit Together With Soul of David, Describing a Great Friendship, Other Translations Say There Was a Bond Between David and Jonathan, Jonathan Was Bound to David in Close Friendship, Jonathan Committed Himself to David, Jonathan Loved David as Much as He Loved Himself, Jonathan Was the Son of Saul, Mephibosheth was Son of Jonathan, David Honored Mephibosheth, 2 Samuel 9, Intercourse Creates Soul Tie, Sex by Force, Sexual Abuse, 1 Corinthians 6:16, Unites Himself with Prostitute, One Body with Prostitute, Two Become One Flesh, Genesis 2:24, Creation of Adam and Eve, Describing Closeness, One Spirit with Jesus, 1 Corinthians 6:17, You Body is One with Jesus, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Flee From Sexual Immorality, Temple Worship Through Prostitution, Body Not Made for Sexual Immorality, Bought With a Price, You are Not your Own, 1 Corinthians 6:11-20, Discouraging Sexual Immorality Among Ecclesia, Reminding Of Oneness, Reminding of Being Washed Sanctified Justified, Sinning Against Your Own Body, Body is Temple of Holy Spirit, Not About Soul Tie, Paul Responding to Corinthians Using Freedom Improperly, Soul Ties Require Deliverance, Another Person’s Demons, Soul Ties are New Age Teaching, Demons Can’t Be Transferred, Incidents Happening Before the Cross but Not After, Transferred During Sex, Transferred Through Worship or Dabbling in Occult, Demonic Soul Ties, Haunted Houses, Witchcraft, Pornography, Ouija Board, No Problem With Demons After Cross, Colossians 2:15, Christ Disarmed Spiritual Realm, Public Spectacle, 1 John 5, Evil One Cannot Touch You, 1 John 3, Jesus Came to Earth to Destroy Work of the Devil, 2 Thessalonians 3, Jesus Protects you From the Evil One, No Worry About Deliverance of Another Person’s Demons nor a Demon Transfer, Light Has No Fellowship with Darkness, Light of the World in You Protects You at All Times, Tied to the Spirit of Jesus, True Soul Mate, True Soul Tie 

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]]> Topics: Soul, Three Part Being, Spirit Soul Body, Greek Word for Soul, Mind Free Will and Emotions, Thinker Chooser Feeler, 1 Thes 5:23, Soul Expresses What is Happening in Mind, How You Feel About What’s Happening to You and Around You, Conscience, Eyes and Ears Train Conscience, Soul Tie, New Age Concept, Intentional or Unintentional Connection, Tie Means Bound, Christ Set Us Free, Whom the Son Sets Free, John 8:36, It Was For Freedom Christ has Set You Free, Galatians 5:1, Where the Spirit of the Lord is There is Freedom, 2 Corinthians 3:17, Break Soul Ties Through Crystals, Meditation, Spiritual Side of Yoga, Tarot Cards, Mediums, Ears Ringing, Strong Thoughts and Emotions Toward another Person, Error of Working Hard to Break Soul Tie, Sealed Up With the Spirit, Ephesians 1:13, David and Jonathan, 1 Samuel 18:1, Soul of Jonathan Knit Together With Soul of David, Describing a Great Friendship, Other Translations Say There Was a Bond Between David and Jonathan, Jonathan Was Bound to David in Close Friendship, Jonathan Committed Himself to David, Jonathan Loved David as Much as He Loved Himself, Jonathan Was the Son of Saul, Mephibosheth was Son of Jonathan, David Honored Mephibosheth, 2 Samuel 9, Intercourse Creates Soul Tie, Sex by Force, Sexual Abuse, 1 Corinthians 6:16, Unites Himself with Prostitute, One Body with Prostitute, Two Become One Flesh, Genesis 2:24, Creation of Adam and Eve, Describing Closeness, One Spirit with Jesus, 1 Corinthians 6:17, You Body is One with Jesus, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Flee From Sexual Immorality, Temple Worship Through Prostitution, Body Not Made for Sexual Immorality, Bought With a Price, You are Not your Own, 1 Corinthians 6:11-20, Discouraging Sexual Immorality Among Ecclesia, Reminding Of Oneness, Reminding of Being Washed Sanctified Justified, Sinning Against Your Own Body, Body is Temple of Holy Spirit, Not About Soul Tie, Paul Responding to Corinthians Using Freedom Improperly, Soul Ties Require Deliverance, Another Person’s Demons, Soul Ties are New Age Teaching, Demons Can’t Be Transferred, Incidents Happening Before the Cross but Not After, Transferred During Sex, Transferred Through Worship or Dabbling in Occult, Demonic Soul Ties, Haunted Houses, Witchcraft, Pornography, Ouija Board, No Problem With Demons After Cross, Colossians 2:15, Christ Disarmed Spiritual Realm, Public Spectacle, 1 John 5, Evil One Cannot Touch You, 1 John 3, Jesus Came to Earth to Destroy Work of the Devil, 2 Thessalonians 3, Jesus Protects you From the Evil One, No Worry About Deliverance of Another Person’s Demons nor a Demon Transfer, Light Has No Fellowship with Darkness, Light of the World in You Protects You at All Times, Tied to the Spirit of Jesus, True Soul Mate, True Soul Tie 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14843059 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3357 242 full false 5 Ways the Church Has Ignored Jesus (3-31-24) 5 Ways the Church Has Ignored Jesus (3-31-24) Topics: Co-Crucifixion, Co-Burial, Co-Resurrection, Romans 6:3-11, Colossians 2:20, Colossians 3:1, Raised Up With Christ, Ephesians 2:5, You Were Dead in Your Sins God Made You Alive With Christ, Ephesians 1:13, Sealed with the Spirit, Power of the Blood of Jesus, Romans 5:9, Saved From Wrath Through His Blood, Hebrews 9:22, Shedding of Blood, Forgiveness of Sin, Complete Forgiveness, Past Present and Future, Hebrews 10:10, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Complete Sanctification, Only Blood of Jesus Sanctifies, Holy Through His Own Blood, Hebrews 13:12, Completion of Old Covenant, Matthew 5:17, Have Not Come to Abolish the Law and Prophets But to Fulfill Them, It is Finished, John 19:30, Nailed it to the Cross, Colossians 2:14, Ephesians 2:14-15, Abolished the Law in His Flesh, He Himself Is Our Peace, Hebrews 10:9, He Set Aside the First to Establish the Second, Hebrews 8:13, He Made the First Covenant Obsolete, Weak and Useless, The Old Covenant is the Law, Covenant-Mixture Theology, Mark 2:21-23, New Wine in Old Wineskins, New Patch of Clothing on Old Garment,  Law is the Ultrasound and Jesus is the Actual Baby, Our New Identity and What We Want, 2 Corinthians 5:17, You Are in Christ and You’re a New Creation, The Old Has Gone and the New is Here, 2 Peter 1:4, Partaker in Divine Nature, Call Christians Sinners and Tell Them Not to Sin, Ezekiel 36:26-27, New Heart, New Spirit, Put My Spirit in You, Cause You to Walk in My Ways, Ignored Grace, Ignored Jesus, Acts 20:24, Gospel of Grace, Hebrews 2:9, By the Grace of God Jesus Tasted Death for You, Be Careful with Grace, Too Much Grace is Too Much Jesus, Grace is Everything, Vilified Grace, Called Grace Hyper, Bible Describes Grace as Hyper, Super-Abounding, Titus 2:11-12, Grace of God Teaches Us, Jesus Is Grace, What Grace Will Do, Grace Will Wash Feet, Grace Will Serve You, Grace Will Commit His Life to You, Grace Brings Dead People to Life, Grace Eats Meals With Those Who Betray Him, Grace Forgives Those Who Kill Him, Grace Will Cook You Breakfast After You Deny Him Three Times and Abandon Him, Grace Keeps No Records of Your Wrongs, Grace Will Never Leave You or Forsake You, Grace Understands You, Grace is Life 

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]]> Topics: Co-Crucifixion, Co-Burial, Co-Resurrection, Romans 6:3-11, Colossians 2:20, Colossians 3:1, Raised Up With Christ, Ephesians 2:5, You Were Dead in Your Sins God Made You Alive With Christ, Ephesians 1:13, Sealed with the Spirit, Power of the Blood of Jesus, Romans 5:9, Saved From Wrath Through His Blood, Hebrews 9:22, Shedding of Blood, Forgiveness of Sin, Complete Forgiveness, Past Present and Future, Hebrews 10:10, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Complete Sanctification, Only Blood of Jesus Sanctifies, Holy Through His Own Blood, Hebrews 13:12, Completion of Old Covenant, Matthew 5:17, Have Not Come to Abolish the Law and Prophets But to Fulfill Them, It is Finished, John 19:30, Nailed it to the Cross, Colossians 2:14, Ephesians 2:14-15, Abolished the Law in His Flesh, He Himself Is Our Peace, Hebrews 10:9, He Set Aside the First to Establish the Second, Hebrews 8:13, He Made the First Covenant Obsolete, Weak and Useless, The Old Covenant is the Law, Covenant-Mixture Theology, Mark 2:21-23, New Wine in Old Wineskins, New Patch of Clothing on Old Garment,  Law is the Ultrasound and Jesus is the Actual Baby, Our New Identity and What We Want, 2 Corinthians 5:17, You Are in Christ and You’re a New Creation, The Old Has Gone and the New is Here, 2 Peter 1:4, Partaker in Divine Nature, Call Christians Sinners and Tell Them Not to Sin, Ezekiel 36:26-27, New Heart, New Spirit, Put My Spirit in You, Cause You to Walk in My Ways, Ignored Grace, Ignored Jesus, Acts 20:24, Gospel of Grace, Hebrews 2:9, By the Grace of God Jesus Tasted Death for You, Be Careful with Grace, Too Much Grace is Too Much Jesus, Grace is Everything, Vilified Grace, Called Grace Hyper, Bible Describes Grace as Hyper, Super-Abounding, Titus 2:11-12, Grace of God Teaches Us, Jesus Is Grace, What Grace Will Do, Grace Will Wash Feet, Grace Will Serve You, Grace Will Commit His Life to You, Grace Brings Dead People to Life, Grace Eats Meals With Those Who Betray Him, Grace Forgives Those Who Kill Him, Grace Will Cook You Breakfast After You Deny Him Three Times and Abandon Him, Grace Keeps No Records of Your Wrongs, Grace Will Never Leave You or Forsake You, Grace Understands You, Grace is Life 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14800387 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500 3132 241 full false Why You Should Honor Your Own Boundaries (3-24-24) Why You Should Honor Your Own Boundaries (3-24-24) Topics: Boundaries, Church Without Boundaries, Boundaries Vilified, Poor Treatment, Abuse, Religious Abuse, Verbal and Emotional Abuse, Poor Treatment Encouraged, Reveal Poor Treatment of Those Treating Others Poorly, Matthew 5, Sermon on the Mount, Eye for Eye, Tooth for Tooth, Turn Your Cheek, Anger is Same as Murder, God Doesn’t Treat You Poorly, God of All Comfort, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, He Comforts Us So We Can Comfort Others, The Comforter, John 14:26, John 15:26, God Doesn’t Cause Pain, God Isn’t Two-Faced, Every Good and Perfect Gift, James 1:17, Peace With God Because of Jesus, Romans 5:1, Saved From Wrath of God Because of Jesus, Romans 5:9, Goodness and Kindness of God, Romans 2:4, Our Immense Value to God, God So Loved the World, John 3:16, Jesus Gave His Life for You, You Are Valuable, When Someone Doesn’t See Your Value they Won’t Honor Your Boundaries, Honor Your Own Boundaries, As Long as It Depends on Your Live at Peace with Everyone, Romans 12:18, Peacemaker at Heart, Others Don’t See Your Value, Results of Allowing Boundary Crossing, Shame, Fear, Anxiety, Worry, Addictions, What Is a Boundary, Boundaries Don’t Control Others, Encourage Self-Control, Where You Begin and Others End, This Works for Me and This Doesn’t, No Is a Full Sentence, Established on Love, Love for Others and Yourself, And Yourself, Boundaries are Not Ultimatums, What you Will Allow in Your Life and What you Won’t, Boundaries are Not Disrespectful, Not Walls, See-Through Fences with Gates, Give you Dignity and Self-Respect, Boundaries are Helpful not Harmful, Protect Your Value, Removes Trash Through the Gate, What You Can Control, Can’t Control Something Means to Honor Your Own Boundaries, Boundaries Bring Your Closer to People Not Further Away, Attacks and Pulling Away Clear Sign Boundary Was Necessary, Those Who Value You Take Boundaries to Heart, Consider Them as Important and Listen, Those who Don’t Value You Gaslight and Project Mean Image, What Boundaries Will You Honor for Yourself, Addiction Recovery Boundaries, Boundaries with People Living in Your Home, Boundaries With Your Marriage, Social Media Boundaries, Messaging Boundaries, Employer Boundaries, Employee Boundaries, Addicted Relative Boundaries, Addicted Spouse Boundaries, Spending Time with Loved Ones Boundaries, Reciprocating Effort to be Involved with You Boundaries, Legalistic Relative Boundaries, Meddling Parents and In-Laws Boundaries, Sexual Needs Boundaries, Safe People Encourage Boundaries, Unsafe People Attack and Reject Your Boundaries, Unsafe People Take no Accountability for Crossing Boundaries, Triangulate to Validate, Attacks Meant to Get You to No Longer Have Boundaries, Unsafe People Benefit From You Not Having Boundaries, Refocus on Immense Value, Boundaries Cause Divorce and Estrangement with Unsafe People, Personally Socially and at Church, Pain of Ignoring Boundaries is Worse, Your Life Matters, Your Mental Health Matters, Your Workload Matters, Your Stress Level Matters, You Matter, You’re Valuable, The Cross Proves Your Value, 39 Lashes Because 40 Killed, Thorns in Skull, Beaten Scourged Spat On Punched, Nailed to Cross Because of Your Value, See Yourself as God Sees You, Valuable

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]]> Topics: Boundaries, Church Without Boundaries, Boundaries Vilified, Poor Treatment, Abuse, Religious Abuse, Verbal and Emotional Abuse, Poor Treatment Encouraged, Reveal Poor Treatment of Those Treating Others Poorly, Matthew 5, Sermon on the Mount, Eye for Eye, Tooth for Tooth, Turn Your Cheek, Anger is Same as Murder, God Doesn’t Treat You Poorly, God of All Comfort, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, He Comforts Us So We Can Comfort Others, The Comforter, John 14:26, John 15:26, God Doesn’t Cause Pain, God Isn’t Two-Faced, Every Good and Perfect Gift, James 1:17, Peace With God Because of Jesus, Romans 5:1, Saved From Wrath of God Because of Jesus, Romans 5:9, Goodness and Kindness of God, Romans 2:4, Our Immense Value to God, God So Loved the World, John 3:16, Jesus Gave His Life for You, You Are Valuable, When Someone Doesn’t See Your Value they Won’t Honor Your Boundaries, Honor Your Own Boundaries, As Long as It Depends on Your Live at Peace with Everyone, Romans 12:18, Peacemaker at Heart, Others Don’t See Your Value, Results of Allowing Boundary Crossing, Shame, Fear, Anxiety, Worry, Addictions, What Is a Boundary, Boundaries Don’t Control Others, Encourage Self-Control, Where You Begin and Others End, This Works for Me and This Doesn’t, No Is a Full Sentence, Established on Love, Love for Others and Yourself, And Yourself, Boundaries are Not Ultimatums, What you Will Allow in Your Life and What you Won’t, Boundaries are Not Disrespectful, Not Walls, See-Through Fences with Gates, Give you Dignity and Self-Respect, Boundaries are Helpful not Harmful, Protect Your Value, Removes Trash Through the Gate, What You Can Control, Can’t Control Something Means to Honor Your Own Boundaries, Boundaries Bring Your Closer to People Not Further Away, Attacks and Pulling Away Clear Sign Boundary Was Necessary, Those Who Value You Take Boundaries to Heart, Consider Them as Important and Listen, Those who Don’t Value You Gaslight and Project Mean Image, What Boundaries Will You Honor for Yourself, Addiction Recovery Boundaries, Boundaries with People Living in Your Home, Boundaries With Your Marriage, Social Media Boundaries, Messaging Boundaries, Employer Boundaries, Employee Boundaries, Addicted Relative Boundaries, Addicted Spouse Boundaries, Spending Time with Loved Ones Boundaries, Reciprocating Effort to be Involved with You Boundaries, Legalistic Relative Boundaries, Meddling Parents and In-Laws Boundaries, Sexual Needs Boundaries, Safe People Encourage Boundaries, Unsafe People Attack and Reject Your Boundaries, Unsafe People Take no Accountability for Crossing Boundaries, Triangulate to Validate, Attacks Meant to Get You to No Longer Have Boundaries, Unsafe People Benefit From You Not Having Boundaries, Refocus on Immense Value, Boundaries Cause Divorce and Estrangement with Unsafe People, Personally Socially and at Church, Pain of Ignoring Boundaries is Worse, Your Life Matters, Your Mental Health Matters, Your Workload Matters, Your Stress Level Matters, You Matter, You’re Valuable, The Cross Proves Your Value, 39 Lashes Because 40 Killed, Thorns in Skull, Beaten Scourged Spat On Punched, Nailed to Cross Because of Your Value, See Yourself as God Sees You, Valuable

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14756102 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0500 3691 240 full false Why Church Buildings Are Not Biblical (3-17-24) Why Church Buildings Are Not Biblical (3-17-24) Topics: Church Building, Temple, House of God, Man-made Tradition, Acts 17:24, God Does Not Dwell in Temples, Human Hands, Physical Temple Replaced, John 2:19, Early Church Went to Temple to Evangelize, Temple Destroyed in AD 70, House of God, Temple Called House of God, We Are Now God’s House, Hebrews 3:6, Hebrews 10:21, Constantine, 4th Century, Official Church Buildings, Romans Basilicas, Effort to Legitimize Christianity, Copied Pagans and Jews, Superimpose Hebrews 10:25 and Remember the Sabbath and Acts 20:7, Gathered on First Day is Not a Command Not at a Building Called Church, 7 Churches in Revelation Not Church Buildings, Groups of Ecclesia in Different Regions, Jettisoned Place of Worship, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Worshiped Sun God, Made Sunday Official Holy Day, Put to Death Son and Nephew and Brother-in-Law, Claimed Title of Pontifex Maximus, Chief of Pagan Priests, Magic Formulas to Heal and Protect Crops, Constantinople Named After Himself, Adorned With Pagan Temple Treasures, 12 Monuments, 12 Apostles, Surrounded by Single Tomb, 13th Apostle, Declared Objects as Sacred, Copied Pagan Practice, Mother Obsessed with Relics, Cross and Nails of Jesus, Named Churches After Saints Copied Pagan Temples Named After Gods, Built On Cemeteries and Graves, Believed Were Holy Sites, Built Churches on Top of Peter and Paul and Christ’s Tomb and Place of Birth, Modeled after Basilicas, Longer Front to Back, Place of Government Functions and Civil Activities, Before the Cross We could not Be the Temples, Blood Made Temple Sanctified but Had to be Repeated, Dealt with Sins, Blood of Jesus Made us Sanctified Forever by Grace Through Faith, Dealt with Sins Once and For all, Hebrews 10:1 Those Worshipers Could Never Be Made Perfect, Hebrews 10:14 We Have Been Made Perfect, John 4, Spirit and Truth, Worship the Father Desires, Acts 7:48, Most High Does Not Dwell in Temples Built by Humans Hands, Nor Houses, House Churches are Not Church, The Church is a Living Organism

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]]> Topics: Church Building, Temple, House of God, Man-made Tradition, Acts 17:24, God Does Not Dwell in Temples, Human Hands, Physical Temple Replaced, John 2:19, Early Church Went to Temple to Evangelize, Temple Destroyed in AD 70, House of God, Temple Called House of God, We Are Now God’s House, Hebrews 3:6, Hebrews 10:21, Constantine, 4th Century, Official Church Buildings, Romans Basilicas, Effort to Legitimize Christianity, Copied Pagans and Jews, Superimpose Hebrews 10:25 and Remember the Sabbath and Acts 20:7, Gathered on First Day is Not a Command Not at a Building Called Church, 7 Churches in Revelation Not Church Buildings, Groups of Ecclesia in Different Regions, Jettisoned Place of Worship, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Worshiped Sun God, Made Sunday Official Holy Day, Put to Death Son and Nephew and Brother-in-Law, Claimed Title of Pontifex Maximus, Chief of Pagan Priests, Magic Formulas to Heal and Protect Crops, Constantinople Named After Himself, Adorned With Pagan Temple Treasures, 12 Monuments, 12 Apostles, Surrounded by Single Tomb, 13th Apostle, Declared Objects as Sacred, Copied Pagan Practice, Mother Obsessed with Relics, Cross and Nails of Jesus, Named Churches After Saints Copied Pagan Temples Named After Gods, Built On Cemeteries and Graves, Believed Were Holy Sites, Built Churches on Top of Peter and Paul and Christ’s Tomb and Place of Birth, Modeled after Basilicas, Longer Front to Back, Place of Government Functions and Civil Activities, Before the Cross We could not Be the Temples, Blood Made Temple Sanctified but Had to be Repeated, Dealt with Sins, Blood of Jesus Made us Sanctified Forever by Grace Through Faith, Dealt with Sins Once and For all, Hebrews 10:1 Those Worshipers Could Never Be Made Perfect, Hebrews 10:14 We Have Been Made Perfect, John 4, Spirit and Truth, Worship the Father Desires, Acts 7:48, Most High Does Not Dwell in Temples Built by Humans Hands, Nor Houses, House Churches are Not Church, The Church is a Living Organism

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14705436 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3354 239 full false 5 Unbiblical Church Practices (3-10-24) 5 Unbiblical Church Practices (3-10-24) Topics: Church Practices, Question Everything, Socrates, Socratic Method, Dialectic, Corrupting the Youth, John 7:19, Moses Gave the Law, None of You Keep the Law, Why Do You Want to K**l Me, Tradition of Men, Mark 7:9, Colossians 2:8, Gathering on Sunday, Building Called Church, Hebrews 10:25, “Church” Isn’t in Hebrews, Synagogues and Temple, No Pastor or Priest Preaching, Place of Animal Sacrifices, Remember the Sabbath, Sabbath on Saturday, Acts 20:7, Gathered on the First Day, This Was One Individual Meeting, Not a Description of Weekly Church Gathering, Constantine Began Sunday Worship, Worshiped Sun God, One Person in Charge, Matthew 20:26, It Will Not be Like this Among You, You Will Not Lord Over One Another, Gatherings Described in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Group Participation Encouraged, Everyone Gets Chance to Share, No Pastor Ever Listed as “In Charge”, Elders and Deacons Not In Charge, Reformation Put Pastors in Charge, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Elder is Mature in Any Faith, One Body With Many Members, Hebrews 13:17, Obey Your Leaders, Pastor Not in Hebrews, Leading them Away from Temple Work, Obedience of Faith, Formal Education, Preaching, Requirement for Formal Education in the Bible, 1 Corinthians 1:27, God Chose the Foolish, John 5:39, You Search the Scriptures, Did Not Choose Formally Educated According to the Law, Did Not Choose Priests, Choose Fisherman and Tax Collectors, Formal Education Began in 16th Century, Preach Means to Speak, Women and and Donkey Spoke More about God Than Anyone Named Pastor, Sermons, Sermon Not in Bible, Sermon on the Mount, Sermons Began Before Jesus, Sophists, Sophisticated, Philosophers, One-Man Monologues for Pay and Prestige, Early Church Was Greek, Clement of Alexandria, Sermons Bad Thing, Augustine and Chrysostom, Sophists Turned Christians, Eucharist Replaced Sermons, Greek Rhetoric, Deceitful Arguments, Constantine Loved Sermons, Pastor Never Gives Sermons, What’s Biblical is Everyone is Encouraged to Share, Tithing, How Many Times Are Believers Commanded to Tithe, How Many Times is Tithing in the Epistles, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Give Freely From the Heart, Not Under Pressure, Not Under Compulsion, Tithing Was Part of the Law, 23.3%, Not Money, Crops Produce Grain Spices Cattle, Tithing is a Curse, Galatians 3:10, Rely on Tithe is Relying on Curse, How Do You Keep the Lights On, Let Your Requests be Made Known, Trust God, Give-to-Get, Rely on God’s Grace Working Through the Body

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]]> Topics: Church Practices, Question Everything, Socrates, Socratic Method, Dialectic, Corrupting the Youth, John 7:19, Moses Gave the Law, None of You Keep the Law, Why Do You Want to K**l Me, Tradition of Men, Mark 7:9, Colossians 2:8, Gathering on Sunday, Building Called Church, Hebrews 10:25, “Church” Isn’t in Hebrews, Synagogues and Temple, No Pastor or Priest Preaching, Place of Animal Sacrifices, Remember the Sabbath, Sabbath on Saturday, Acts 20:7, Gathered on the First Day, This Was One Individual Meeting, Not a Description of Weekly Church Gathering, Constantine Began Sunday Worship, Worshiped Sun God, One Person in Charge, Matthew 20:26, It Will Not be Like this Among You, You Will Not Lord Over One Another, Gatherings Described in 1 Corinthians 11-14, Group Participation Encouraged, Everyone Gets Chance to Share, No Pastor Ever Listed as “In Charge”, Elders and Deacons Not In Charge, Reformation Put Pastors in Charge, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Elder is Mature in Any Faith, One Body With Many Members, Hebrews 13:17, Obey Your Leaders, Pastor Not in Hebrews, Leading them Away from Temple Work, Obedience of Faith, Formal Education, Preaching, Requirement for Formal Education in the Bible, 1 Corinthians 1:27, God Chose the Foolish, John 5:39, You Search the Scriptures, Did Not Choose Formally Educated According to the Law, Did Not Choose Priests, Choose Fisherman and Tax Collectors, Formal Education Began in 16th Century, Preach Means to Speak, Women and and Donkey Spoke More about God Than Anyone Named Pastor, Sermons, Sermon Not in Bible, Sermon on the Mount, Sermons Began Before Jesus, Sophists, Sophisticated, Philosophers, One-Man Monologues for Pay and Prestige, Early Church Was Greek, Clement of Alexandria, Sermons Bad Thing, Augustine and Chrysostom, Sophists Turned Christians, Eucharist Replaced Sermons, Greek Rhetoric, Deceitful Arguments, Constantine Loved Sermons, Pastor Never Gives Sermons, What’s Biblical is Everyone is Encouraged to Share, Tithing, How Many Times Are Believers Commanded to Tithe, How Many Times is Tithing in the Epistles, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Give Freely From the Heart, Not Under Pressure, Not Under Compulsion, Tithing Was Part of the Law, 23.3%, Not Money, Crops Produce Grain Spices Cattle, Tithing is a Curse, Galatians 3:10, Rely on Tithe is Relying on Curse, How Do You Keep the Lights On, Let Your Requests be Made Known, Trust God, Give-to-Get, Rely on God’s Grace Working Through the Body

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14661685 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0500 3951 238 full false Should We Judge People by Their Fruit? (3-3-24) Should We Judge People by Their Fruit? (3-3-24) TOPICS: Fruit, Matthew 7:16, You Will Know Them By Their Fruit, Matthew 7:1, Do Not Judge Or You Too Will Be Judged, People Know Us By Our Fruit, God Doesn’t Know Us By Our Fruit, I Never Knew You, If you Judge Others You Will Be a Hypocrite, False Prophets Known By Fruit, Jesus Is Not the Messiah, Trees or Branches, John 15:5, I Am the Vine, You Are the Branches, Trees Followed the Law, Branches Trust Christ, Trees Self-Sufficient, Branches Can do Nothing on Their Own, Branches Know By Fruit of the Holy Spirit, Branches Don’t Produce Fruit, Bear Fruit, Known By Our Love, Judge Correctly John 7:24, None of You Keep the Law, John 7:19, Jesus Accused of Being Possessed, I Have Not Come to Judge the World but to Save It, John 12:47, You Can Tell Who’s Truly a Christian by Their Fruit, Branches Connected to Vine Not Bearing Fruit, Not Expressig Him, Branches Who’ve Forgotten Who They Are, Forgotten First Love, 2 Peter 1, Forgotten Cleansing Righteousness Holiness Sanctification, Even When We Are Faithless He Remains Faithful, 2 Timothy 2:13, Fruit Coming From Unbelievers, Good Appearing Fruit, Fruit Unto Death, Poisonous Fruit, Romans 7:5, Fruit of Death, Fruit Unto Death, Produced Through Behavior Modification Programs, Bore Through Law, Deadly Fruit, Non-Fruit-Bearing People Are Saved, Fruit-Unto-Death People Aren’t Saved, Produce Fruit in Keeping Up With Repentance, Matthew 3, Christians Are Not Known By Our Fruit, The Fruit of The Spirit, Galatians 5:22-23, Against Such Things There Is No Law, Legislate Fruit of The Spirit, We Are Not Fruit Inspectors or Fruit Producers, We Are Branches, Branches Don’t Judge other Branches by Fruit, We Rest and Trust the Vine, He Is Able to Bear Fruit Through Any Branch Who Trusts Him

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]]> TOPICS: Fruit, Matthew 7:16, You Will Know Them By Their Fruit, Matthew 7:1, Do Not Judge Or You Too Will Be Judged, People Know Us By Our Fruit, God Doesn’t Know Us By Our Fruit, I Never Knew You, If you Judge Others You Will Be a Hypocrite, False Prophets Known By Fruit, Jesus Is Not the Messiah, Trees or Branches, John 15:5, I Am the Vine, You Are the Branches, Trees Followed the Law, Branches Trust Christ, Trees Self-Sufficient, Branches Can do Nothing on Their Own, Branches Know By Fruit of the Holy Spirit, Branches Don’t Produce Fruit, Bear Fruit, Known By Our Love, Judge Correctly John 7:24, None of You Keep the Law, John 7:19, Jesus Accused of Being Possessed, I Have Not Come to Judge the World but to Save It, John 12:47, You Can Tell Who’s Truly a Christian by Their Fruit, Branches Connected to Vine Not Bearing Fruit, Not Expressig Him, Branches Who’ve Forgotten Who They Are, Forgotten First Love, 2 Peter 1, Forgotten Cleansing Righteousness Holiness Sanctification, Even When We Are Faithless He Remains Faithful, 2 Timothy 2:13, Fruit Coming From Unbelievers, Good Appearing Fruit, Fruit Unto Death, Poisonous Fruit, Romans 7:5, Fruit of Death, Fruit Unto Death, Produced Through Behavior Modification Programs, Bore Through Law, Deadly Fruit, Non-Fruit-Bearing People Are Saved, Fruit-Unto-Death People Aren’t Saved, Produce Fruit in Keeping Up With Repentance, Matthew 3, Christians Are Not Known By Our Fruit, The Fruit of The Spirit, Galatians 5:22-23, Against Such Things There Is No Law, Legislate Fruit of The Spirit, We Are Not Fruit Inspectors or Fruit Producers, We Are Branches, Branches Don’t Judge other Branches by Fruit, We Rest and Trust the Vine, He Is Able to Bear Fruit Through Any Branch Who Trusts Him

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14618493 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0600 2939 237 full false What Is a Lukewarm Christian? (2-25-24) What Is a Lukewarm Christian? (2-25-24) Topics: Revelation 3:16, Revelation 2-3, Revelation 3:15-17, Spit You Out of His Mouth, Spew You Out, Hot OR Cold, Hot Serves a Purpose, Cold Serves a Purpose, Lukewarm Serves No Purpose, Lukewarms, On Fire For the Lord, Cultural Christianity, Depart From Me, Mixing Law with Grace, Laodicean Hot and Cold Water From Neighboring Town, What Do You Do “For” the Lord, On Fire Competition, Luke 18, “I Fast and I Tithe,” Not Like This Sinner, “I Go to Church,” Comparison Game, Someone Is Always More on Fire, Not About Losing Salvation, Not About Losing Rewards, Hebrews 7:25, John 14:19, Matthew 20, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Reward of the Inheritance, Colossians 3, Loss of Purposefulness, Loss Sight of First Love, Revelation 2, Abandoning Jesus, Jezebel Teaching Sexual Immorality, Licentiousness, Woman Teaching, 1 Timothy 2, Food Sacrificed to Idols, Lampstand Removed, Modern Church Has Forgotten Its First Love, Moralism, Principles, Law and Grace, King in the Church, Ignoring of 1 Corinthians 11-14, Give to Get, One Main Member, Not Encouraged to Participate, Roman Imperialism and Tradition of Men, Sermons, Cult-Like Gatherings, It Will Not Be Like This Among You, Matthew 20:26, Mark 10:43, Body Life Removed, Revelation 3:17, “You Say You’re Rich and Wealthy and Don’t Need a Thing,” “Wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked,” Distasteful to Jesus, Anti-Gospel, Not Forgiven, Not Righteous, Call Saints Sinners and Tell Them Not to Sin, Call the Righteousness of God “Not One Righteous!”, Try Harder, Put God First, Obey Pastor, What Is Purposefulness, Expressing the Fruit of the Spirit, Not Judging or Condemning, John 12:47, John 3:7, The World Stands Judged and Condemned Already Because of Unbelief, He Won’t Spit You Out, Even When You’re Faithless He Remains Faithful, 2 Timothy 2:13, Persuade others With the Love of Jesus, He Will Hold No Sin Against you, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Christ’s Ambassadors, Be Reconciled, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Be Hot, Be Cold, Be Purposeful, Be Yourself, Remember Your First Love and Express Him.

CORRECTION: I said Acts chapter 2 when describing Jezebel but I was talking about Revelation 2.

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]]> Topics: Revelation 3:16, Revelation 2-3, Revelation 3:15-17, Spit You Out of His Mouth, Spew You Out, Hot OR Cold, Hot Serves a Purpose, Cold Serves a Purpose, Lukewarm Serves No Purpose, Lukewarms, On Fire For the Lord, Cultural Christianity, Depart From Me, Mixing Law with Grace, Laodicean Hot and Cold Water From Neighboring Town, What Do You Do “For” the Lord, On Fire Competition, Luke 18, “I Fast and I Tithe,” Not Like This Sinner, “I Go to Church,” Comparison Game, Someone Is Always More on Fire, Not About Losing Salvation, Not About Losing Rewards, Hebrews 7:25, John 14:19, Matthew 20, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Reward of the Inheritance, Colossians 3, Loss of Purposefulness, Loss Sight of First Love, Revelation 2, Abandoning Jesus, Jezebel Teaching Sexual Immorality, Licentiousness, Woman Teaching, 1 Timothy 2, Food Sacrificed to Idols, Lampstand Removed, Modern Church Has Forgotten Its First Love, Moralism, Principles, Law and Grace, King in the Church, Ignoring of 1 Corinthians 11-14, Give to Get, One Main Member, Not Encouraged to Participate, Roman Imperialism and Tradition of Men, Sermons, Cult-Like Gatherings, It Will Not Be Like This Among You, Matthew 20:26, Mark 10:43, Body Life Removed, Revelation 3:17, “You Say You’re Rich and Wealthy and Don’t Need a Thing,” “Wretched, pitiful, poor, blind and naked,” Distasteful to Jesus, Anti-Gospel, Not Forgiven, Not Righteous, Call Saints Sinners and Tell Them Not to Sin, Call the Righteousness of God “Not One Righteous!”, Try Harder, Put God First, Obey Pastor, What Is Purposefulness, Expressing the Fruit of the Spirit, Not Judging or Condemning, John 12:47, John 3:7, The World Stands Judged and Condemned Already Because of Unbelief, He Won’t Spit You Out, Even When You’re Faithless He Remains Faithful, 2 Timothy 2:13, Persuade others With the Love of Jesus, He Will Hold No Sin Against you, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Christ’s Ambassadors, Be Reconciled, 2 Corinthians 5:20, Be Hot, Be Cold, Be Purposeful, Be Yourself, Remember Your First Love and Express Him.

CORRECTION: I said Acts chapter 2 when describing Jezebel but I was talking about Revelation 2.

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14571799 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0600 3847 236 full false 5 Lies About Jesus Washing Feet (2-18-24) 5 Lies About Jesus Washing Feet (2-18-24) Topics: John 13:1-17, Foot Washing, Repent of Sins, He Gets Us, Feet Washing in Old Testament, Ceremonial Washing, Humility and Servanthood, Luke 7:36-50, John 12:1-8, Exodus 30, Rest and Let Jesus Serve you, Serve One Another, Repeated Washing for Forgiveness, You are Clean, Except for His Feet, 1 Corinthians 6:11, You Were Washed, Judas Peter Thomas and John’s Sinning, Ministry of the Pharisees, Ministry of Reconciliation, 2 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Corinthians 5, Competent to Minister the New Covenant, Not of the Letter but of the Spirit, Persuade Others With Christ’s Love, Christ’s Ambassadors, Be Reconciled, The Will of the Father, Judas Betraying Jesus was the Will of the Father, John 6 29,40, To Believe In His Son, Condoning Sin, Affirming Sin, Only Serve Those Who Don’t Sin, Committed to People who Sin, Cooked Peter Breakfast, Give Your Life to Jesus, The Sheep Scattered, Zechariah Prophecy, We Had No Life, Born in Adam, Romans 5, Christ’s Life, Colossians 3:3-4, Go And Sin No More, None of Disciples Went and Sinned No More, 1 John 2:1-2, If Anyone Does Sin, The Woman Sinned Again, Grace of God Teaches Us How To Live Holy, John 3:17, Jesus Does Not Condemn But Save, Remove The Log From Your Eye, Be Great By Serving One Another, John 15, I No Longer Call You Servants But Friends, Express Christ, Wash the Feet of Friends and Foes, Lue 14, Count the Cost, Matthew 10, Jesus Didn’t Bring Peace But a Sword

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]]> Topics: John 13:1-17, Foot Washing, Repent of Sins, He Gets Us, Feet Washing in Old Testament, Ceremonial Washing, Humility and Servanthood, Luke 7:36-50, John 12:1-8, Exodus 30, Rest and Let Jesus Serve you, Serve One Another, Repeated Washing for Forgiveness, You are Clean, Except for His Feet, 1 Corinthians 6:11, You Were Washed, Judas Peter Thomas and John’s Sinning, Ministry of the Pharisees, Ministry of Reconciliation, 2 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Corinthians 5, Competent to Minister the New Covenant, Not of the Letter but of the Spirit, Persuade Others With Christ’s Love, Christ’s Ambassadors, Be Reconciled, The Will of the Father, Judas Betraying Jesus was the Will of the Father, John 6 29,40, To Believe In His Son, Condoning Sin, Affirming Sin, Only Serve Those Who Don’t Sin, Committed to People who Sin, Cooked Peter Breakfast, Give Your Life to Jesus, The Sheep Scattered, Zechariah Prophecy, We Had No Life, Born in Adam, Romans 5, Christ’s Life, Colossians 3:3-4, Go And Sin No More, None of Disciples Went and Sinned No More, 1 John 2:1-2, If Anyone Does Sin, The Woman Sinned Again, Grace of God Teaches Us How To Live Holy, John 3:17, Jesus Does Not Condemn But Save, Remove The Log From Your Eye, Be Great By Serving One Another, John 15, I No Longer Call You Servants But Friends, Express Christ, Wash the Feet of Friends and Foes, Lue 14, Count the Cost, Matthew 10, Jesus Didn’t Bring Peace But a Sword

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14525907 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0600 4177 235 full false Does God Give People Cancer? (2-11-24) Does God Give People Cancer? (2-11-24) Topics: Matthew 7:9-11, You Who Are Evil, Good Gifts to Children, Bread or Stone, Fish or Snake, Give Good Things to Those Who Ask, James 1:17, Every Good and Perfect Gift, Father of Lights, Job 1:21, The Lord Gifts and Takes Away, Atheists and Supposed Apostates, Genesis 1-2, Creation, And it Was Good, The Fall, Hamaria, The Power of Sin, The Force of Sin, Genesis 4:7, First Death was Atonement, Romans 5, Sin Came Through One Man, Death Through Sin, Death Spread to Everyone, Genesis 3:15, Crush the Serpents Head, God Gave Dominion to Man, Son of Man, Son of God, 1 John 3:8, Destroy the Work of the Devil, Grace Reigns Through the Free Gift of Righteousness, 1 John 3:5, In Him Was No Sin, Appeared to Take Away Sin, John 10, John 11, John 14, Resurrection and the Life, Believes In Me Will Never Die, Eternal Life Through Free Gift of Righteousness, Miracles, Generational Curses, Cancer from Sinning, Those who are Healed Still Eventually Die

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]]> Topics: Matthew 7:9-11, You Who Are Evil, Good Gifts to Children, Bread or Stone, Fish or Snake, Give Good Things to Those Who Ask, James 1:17, Every Good and Perfect Gift, Father of Lights, Job 1:21, The Lord Gifts and Takes Away, Atheists and Supposed Apostates, Genesis 1-2, Creation, And it Was Good, The Fall, Hamaria, The Power of Sin, The Force of Sin, Genesis 4:7, First Death was Atonement, Romans 5, Sin Came Through One Man, Death Through Sin, Death Spread to Everyone, Genesis 3:15, Crush the Serpents Head, God Gave Dominion to Man, Son of Man, Son of God, 1 John 3:8, Destroy the Work of the Devil, Grace Reigns Through the Free Gift of Righteousness, 1 John 3:5, In Him Was No Sin, Appeared to Take Away Sin, John 10, John 11, John 14, Resurrection and the Life, Believes In Me Will Never Die, Eternal Life Through Free Gift of Righteousness, Miracles, Generational Curses, Cancer from Sinning, Those who are Healed Still Eventually Die

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14481308 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0600 3842 234 full false 5 Things to Do During the Storms of Life (2-4-24) 5 Things to Do During the Storms of Life (2-4-24) Topics: Storms of Life, Matthew 8, Mark 4, Luke 8, Jesus Calms the Storm, Peace Be Still, Where Is Your Faith, Trust Jesus, Rest, Relationship Problems, Financial Problems, Work Problems, Health Problems, Reputation Problems, Hebrews 4:11, Strive to Rest, Healthy Boundaries, Don’t Take The Bait, Defending Yourself, Evil for Evil, Overcome Evil With Good, Be Yourself, Peacemaker, As Long as it Depends on You, Fuel For Gaslighting, Self-Control, Help Someone Else, Count It All Joy, Perseverance and Maturity, Know and Rely on God’s Love, 1 John 4, Remind Yourself of Promises, God Understands, His Grace Is Sufficient

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]]> Topics: Storms of Life, Matthew 8, Mark 4, Luke 8, Jesus Calms the Storm, Peace Be Still, Where Is Your Faith, Trust Jesus, Rest, Relationship Problems, Financial Problems, Work Problems, Health Problems, Reputation Problems, Hebrews 4:11, Strive to Rest, Healthy Boundaries, Don’t Take The Bait, Defending Yourself, Evil for Evil, Overcome Evil With Good, Be Yourself, Peacemaker, As Long as it Depends on You, Fuel For Gaslighting, Self-Control, Help Someone Else, Count It All Joy, Perseverance and Maturity, Know and Rely on God’s Love, 1 John 4, Remind Yourself of Promises, God Understands, His Grace Is Sufficient

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14436771 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 12:00:00 -0600 3841 233 full false What Is the Whole Counsel of God? (1-28-24) What Is the Whole Counsel of God? (1-28-24) Topics: Acts 20:27, Acts 20:24-28, The Gospel of Grace, Preach the Word, Itching Ears, 2 Timothy 3, 2 Timothy 4, God Breathed, Wise for Salvation, Shrink Back, Hebrews 10:39, Hebrews 5, Hebrews 9, Law and Grace Mixture, Romans 5:18, Romans 6:14, Sin Preaching, Milk or Solid Food, Should be Teaching Righteousness by Now, Fear and Hell, Myths from Temple of Artemis, Too Much Grace, Titus 2:11-12

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]]> Topics: Acts 20:27, Acts 20:24-28, The Gospel of Grace, Preach the Word, Itching Ears, 2 Timothy 3, 2 Timothy 4, God Breathed, Wise for Salvation, Shrink Back, Hebrews 10:39, Hebrews 5, Hebrews 9, Law and Grace Mixture, Romans 5:18, Romans 6:14, Sin Preaching, Milk or Solid Food, Should be Teaching Righteousness by Now, Fear and Hell, Myths from Temple of Artemis, Too Much Grace, Titus 2:11-12

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14392451 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0600 3041 232 full false 5 Lies About Unrepentant Sins (1-21-24) 5 Lies About Unrepentant Sins (1-21-24) Topics: Repent, Repentance, Unrepentant Sin, Repent of Your Sins, Hebrews 10:26, Deliberate Sins, Numbers 15:27, Non-Deliberate Sins, Wages of Sins, Romans 6:23, Reprobate Mind, Living by the Flesh, Sarx or Soma, Loss of Salvation, Remorse for Sins, Spit you Out, Depart From Me, Nobody’s Perfect, Flesh Takes Over

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]]> Topics: Repent, Repentance, Unrepentant Sin, Repent of Your Sins, Hebrews 10:26, Deliberate Sins, Numbers 15:27, Non-Deliberate Sins, Wages of Sins, Romans 6:23, Reprobate Mind, Living by the Flesh, Sarx or Soma, Loss of Salvation, Remorse for Sins, Spit you Out, Depart From Me, Nobody’s Perfect, Flesh Takes Over

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14348301 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 12:00:00 -0600 2757 231 full false Speaking in Tongues Explanation (1-14-24) Speaking in Tongues Explanation (1-14-24) Topics: Tongues, Speaking in Tongues, Acts 2:6-8, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, Pray in Tongues, Unknown Language, Edification of the Church, Visitors will think You’re Mad, Romans 8, The Spirit Prays on our Behalf, Wordless Groans, Perfect Prayers, Learn to Speak in Tongues, Greatest Gift if Love, Pray with Your Mind, Prophesying, Prophets, Spirits of the Prophets Subject to Prophets, God is a God of Peace Not Confusion, 1 Corinthians 13, Tongues of Angels, Speak in Love, Greatest Gift 

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]]> Topics: Tongues, Speaking in Tongues, Acts 2:6-8, 1 Corinthians 14:1-40, Pray in Tongues, Unknown Language, Edification of the Church, Visitors will think You’re Mad, Romans 8, The Spirit Prays on our Behalf, Wordless Groans, Perfect Prayers, Learn to Speak in Tongues, Greatest Gift if Love, Pray with Your Mind, Prophesying, Prophets, Spirits of the Prophets Subject to Prophets, God is a God of Peace Not Confusion, 1 Corinthians 13, Tongues of Angels, Speak in Love, Greatest Gift 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14307280 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0600 2548 230 full false What Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit? (1-7-24) What Is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit? (1-7-24) Topics: Heretic, Tongues, Matthew 3, Water Baptized for Repentance, Baptize with Holy Spirit and Fire, Two Types of Baptism, Water Baptism, Spiritual Baptism, To be Placed Inside Of, 1 Peter 3. Pledge of Clear Conscience Toward God, Repent, Metanoia vs. Metanoeo, Spirit and Fire Prophecy in Acts 2, First Permanent Indwelling of Holy Spirit, Mark 16:16, Whoever Believes and is Baptized, Water Baptism in Acts Did Not Save, Water Showed What You Now Believed, Acts 19 Not Evidence of Second Baptism, Disciples of Synagogue, Disciples of John the Baptist, Luke 11, Matthew 6, Law-Based Question, Law-Based Answer, Acts 19:4 Baptism of Water for Repentance, Metanoia Repentance, Acts 8 Not Evidence of Second Baptism, New Believers in Acts 8, Peter and John Acts 8, Not Everyone Who Hears or is Baptized Has Believed, Receive Spirit by Hearing With Faith, Don’t Have Spirit Don’t Belong to God, Confusion With Acts Not Being Doctrine, Ananias and Saphira, Timothy Circumcised, James Pushing Law With Grace, Tongue of Fire When Received Spirit, Second Baptism and Tongues from 1901 Topeka Kansas Prayer Meeting, 125 Year Old Tradition, Acts 9 Saul/Paul Conversion, Acts 9:17 Received All of the Spirit, Laying on of Hands, Jedi Force, Trip to Damascus, Chief of Sinners, John 3 Born of Water and Spirit, Can’t Be Unborn of God, John 4 Living Water, John 1:33 Jesus Would Baptize With His Spirit, Experiences of People, Chasing Feelings, Trust God Instead, First Peter Three Water Now Saves You, Water Symbolizes What Saves You, Pledge of Clear Conscience Toward God, Saved By the Resurrection of Christ, Saved By His Life, Hebrews 7:25, Indestructible Life, Because I Live You Will Live, No Chance to Be Water Baptized, Determine Which Baptism and Which Repentance, Acts 2:38, Repent and Be Baptized Different Than Matthew 3 and Acts 19, 3000 Died and 3000 Saved, Acts 10 Holy Spirit Fell on Who Heard and Believed, Hearing With Faith, Christ In You, Hope of Glory, Don’t Hope For what You Have, Acts 2, Holy Spirit Gift

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]]> Topics: Heretic, Tongues, Matthew 3, Water Baptized for Repentance, Baptize with Holy Spirit and Fire, Two Types of Baptism, Water Baptism, Spiritual Baptism, To be Placed Inside Of, 1 Peter 3. Pledge of Clear Conscience Toward God, Repent, Metanoia vs. Metanoeo, Spirit and Fire Prophecy in Acts 2, First Permanent Indwelling of Holy Spirit, Mark 16:16, Whoever Believes and is Baptized, Water Baptism in Acts Did Not Save, Water Showed What You Now Believed, Acts 19 Not Evidence of Second Baptism, Disciples of Synagogue, Disciples of John the Baptist, Luke 11, Matthew 6, Law-Based Question, Law-Based Answer, Acts 19:4 Baptism of Water for Repentance, Metanoia Repentance, Acts 8 Not Evidence of Second Baptism, New Believers in Acts 8, Peter and John Acts 8, Not Everyone Who Hears or is Baptized Has Believed, Receive Spirit by Hearing With Faith, Don’t Have Spirit Don’t Belong to God, Confusion With Acts Not Being Doctrine, Ananias and Saphira, Timothy Circumcised, James Pushing Law With Grace, Tongue of Fire When Received Spirit, Second Baptism and Tongues from 1901 Topeka Kansas Prayer Meeting, 125 Year Old Tradition, Acts 9 Saul/Paul Conversion, Acts 9:17 Received All of the Spirit, Laying on of Hands, Jedi Force, Trip to Damascus, Chief of Sinners, John 3 Born of Water and Spirit, Can’t Be Unborn of God, John 4 Living Water, John 1:33 Jesus Would Baptize With His Spirit, Experiences of People, Chasing Feelings, Trust God Instead, First Peter Three Water Now Saves You, Water Symbolizes What Saves You, Pledge of Clear Conscience Toward God, Saved By the Resurrection of Christ, Saved By His Life, Hebrews 7:25, Indestructible Life, Because I Live You Will Live, No Chance to Be Water Baptized, Determine Which Baptism and Which Repentance, Acts 2:38, Repent and Be Baptized Different Than Matthew 3 and Acts 19, 3000 Died and 3000 Saved, Acts 10 Holy Spirit Fell on Who Heard and Believed, Hearing With Faith, Christ In You, Hope of Glory, Don’t Hope For what You Have, Acts 2, Holy Spirit Gift

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14265559 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 13:00:00 -0600 4403 229 full false 5 Lies About Being Filled With the Holy Spirit (12-31-23) 5 Lies About Being Filled With the Holy Spirit (12-31-23) Topics: Lies and Error, Cognitive Dissonance, Who is the Holy Spirit, Counselor, Comforter, Helper, Remind You of Everything I Have Said, Romans 8, Spirit of Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit Characteristics, Galatians 5, 1 Corinthians 13, Fruit of the Spirit, Impregnated Mary, Holy Spirit Before and After Cross, Don’t Take Your Spirit From Me, I Will Never Leave You, On People and With People But Not in People, Baptized With Holy Spirt and Fire Fulfilled in Acts 2 with Tongues of Fire, The Cross Dealt with Sin of World, Resurrection Gave Us Righteousness, First Permanent Indwelling of the Holy Spirit, Sealed With the Spirit, Convicts Unbelievers of Sin, Convicts Christians of Righteousness, Second Dose of Holy Spirit, Baptized in the Spirit, Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, Disciples in Ephesus, Disciple is Not Always a Christian, What is a Disciple, Synagogue in Ephesus, False Doctrine of Endless Genealogies, John the Baptists Baptism, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, They Had Not Heard About Jesus, Spoke in Tongues and Prophesied, Prophesied Means to Speak, Pentecostal Movement Began in 1901, Fruit of the Spirit is Self-Control, David Danced Before the Lord, Didn’t Lose His Faculties, Baptized in the Spirit is One-Time Event at Salvation, Water Baptism and Spiritual Baptism, Baptism Means to Place Inside of, Not Multiple Filings of the Spirit, Believe and Be Baptized is Two Sides of Same Coin, Speaking in Tongues, Proof of Holy Spirit, Not Everyone Speaks in Tongues Do They, He Who Does Not Have Spirit Does not Belong to God, 2 Corinthians 13, How Do you Know you Have the Spirit, Realize Christ is in You, Foreign Human Languages, Acts 2, Gospel Spread Quickly, I Speak in Tongues More Than All of You, I Wish All of You Spoke in Tongues, 1 Corinthians 14, Edify Yourself, Don’t Pray in Tongues, Only God Can Understand You, Wait for Interpreter, People Will Think You’re Mad, Wordless Goans, Doesn’t Hide Prayers From Satan, Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, Speaking in Tongues is Descriptive Not Prescriptive, It’s a Gift, You can’t Teach a Gift, Ephesians 5, Filled With the Spirit Repeatedly, What Was Going On in Ephesus, See Other Letters for Context, Temple of Artemus, Jews Teaching Law, Myths, False Doctrine, Already Filled, Reminder of the Fact That They Are Filled or Future-Tense Believer, John 3, John the Baptist Said He Gives Spirit Without Measure, If you Don’t Have Spirit You Don’t Belong, You Receive the Spirit by Hearing with Faith, Anointed with Holy Spirit, Message From Someone Who Thought They Received an Anointing, 1 John 2, We All Have Anointing of Holy One, Who is the Holy One, The Spirit of Jesus, Anoint Means to Cover, To Smear With, No Special Fu-Fu Dust of Anointing, Filled With Spirit Perform Deliverances, Unbelieving Exorcists Attack, Cast Out Demons Never Performed on Believers After Cross, Demons Will Come Back to Unbelievers, Mark 16:9-20 Not In Scripture, Believe and Be Baptized, Two Sides of Same Coin, Truth About Being Filled With Holy Spirit is You Receive All of Him Once by Grace Through Faith, You Have All of Him Without Measure

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]]> Topics: Lies and Error, Cognitive Dissonance, Who is the Holy Spirit, Counselor, Comforter, Helper, Remind You of Everything I Have Said, Romans 8, Spirit of Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit Characteristics, Galatians 5, 1 Corinthians 13, Fruit of the Spirit, Impregnated Mary, Holy Spirit Before and After Cross, Don’t Take Your Spirit From Me, I Will Never Leave You, On People and With People But Not in People, Baptized With Holy Spirt and Fire Fulfilled in Acts 2 with Tongues of Fire, The Cross Dealt with Sin of World, Resurrection Gave Us Righteousness, First Permanent Indwelling of the Holy Spirit, Sealed With the Spirit, Convicts Unbelievers of Sin, Convicts Christians of Righteousness, Second Dose of Holy Spirit, Baptized in the Spirit, Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, Disciples in Ephesus, Disciple is Not Always a Christian, What is a Disciple, Synagogue in Ephesus, False Doctrine of Endless Genealogies, John the Baptists Baptism, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, They Had Not Heard About Jesus, Spoke in Tongues and Prophesied, Prophesied Means to Speak, Pentecostal Movement Began in 1901, Fruit of the Spirit is Self-Control, David Danced Before the Lord, Didn’t Lose His Faculties, Baptized in the Spirit is One-Time Event at Salvation, Water Baptism and Spiritual Baptism, Baptism Means to Place Inside of, Not Multiple Filings of the Spirit, Believe and Be Baptized is Two Sides of Same Coin, Speaking in Tongues, Proof of Holy Spirit, Not Everyone Speaks in Tongues Do They, He Who Does Not Have Spirit Does not Belong to God, 2 Corinthians 13, How Do you Know you Have the Spirit, Realize Christ is in You, Foreign Human Languages, Acts 2, Gospel Spread Quickly, I Speak in Tongues More Than All of You, I Wish All of You Spoke in Tongues, 1 Corinthians 14, Edify Yourself, Don’t Pray in Tongues, Only God Can Understand You, Wait for Interpreter, People Will Think You’re Mad, Wordless Goans, Doesn’t Hide Prayers From Satan, Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, Speaking in Tongues is Descriptive Not Prescriptive, It’s a Gift, You can’t Teach a Gift, Ephesians 5, Filled With the Spirit Repeatedly, What Was Going On in Ephesus, See Other Letters for Context, Temple of Artemus, Jews Teaching Law, Myths, False Doctrine, Already Filled, Reminder of the Fact That They Are Filled or Future-Tense Believer, John 3, John the Baptist Said He Gives Spirit Without Measure, If you Don’t Have Spirit You Don’t Belong, You Receive the Spirit by Hearing with Faith, Anointed with Holy Spirit, Message From Someone Who Thought They Received an Anointing, 1 John 2, We All Have Anointing of Holy One, Who is the Holy One, The Spirit of Jesus, Anoint Means to Cover, To Smear With, No Special Fu-Fu Dust of Anointing, Filled With Spirit Perform Deliverances, Unbelieving Exorcists Attack, Cast Out Demons Never Performed on Believers After Cross, Demons Will Come Back to Unbelievers, Mark 16:9-20 Not In Scripture, Believe and Be Baptized, Two Sides of Same Coin, Truth About Being Filled With Holy Spirit is You Receive All of Him Once by Grace Through Faith, You Have All of Him Without Measure

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14226855 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0600 4399 228 full false Why Do We Celebrate Christmas? (12-24-23) Why Do We Celebrate Christmas? (12-24-23) Topics: Christmas Day, Day Jesus Was Born, History of Christmas, December 25th, Constantine, Pagan Celebration of Winter Solstice, Paganism, Roman Imperialism, Luke 2, Shepherds Out at Night, Springtime, Lambing Season, Celebrating the Birth of Jesus, Incarnation, The Word Became Flesh, Emmanuel, God With Us, He Saved Us From Our Sins, Matthew 1:21, Galatians 4, When the Time Had Fully come, Born of a Woman, Born Under the Law, To Redeem Those Under the Law, James 2:19, 1 John 2:2, He is Propitiation for Our Sins, Not Just Our Sins, Sins of the Whole World, Because God Loves Us So Much, For God So Loved the World He Gave, John 3:16, God Showed His Love for Us, Romans 5:8, First John 4:10, This is Love, Not that We Loved God, But He Loved Us, Sending His Son as a Propitiation, Wanted to Show Us What He’s Like in Person, Misrepresentation of God by Man, God Wasn’t Human Until Jesus, In the Past God Spoke Through Prophets, Hebrews 1, Burning Bush, Donkey Speaks, Matthew 1:23, His Name is Emmanuel, God With Us, Colossians 1:15, He is the Image of the Invisible God, John 14, Phillip said Show us the Father That Will be Enough, If You’ve Seen Me, You’ve Seen the Father, Reason is Jesus, Gift of God, Every Good and Perfect Gift is From Above, Coming Down From the Father of Lights, James 1:17 

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]]> Topics: Christmas Day, Day Jesus Was Born, History of Christmas, December 25th, Constantine, Pagan Celebration of Winter Solstice, Paganism, Roman Imperialism, Luke 2, Shepherds Out at Night, Springtime, Lambing Season, Celebrating the Birth of Jesus, Incarnation, The Word Became Flesh, Emmanuel, God With Us, He Saved Us From Our Sins, Matthew 1:21, Galatians 4, When the Time Had Fully come, Born of a Woman, Born Under the Law, To Redeem Those Under the Law, James 2:19, 1 John 2:2, He is Propitiation for Our Sins, Not Just Our Sins, Sins of the Whole World, Because God Loves Us So Much, For God So Loved the World He Gave, John 3:16, God Showed His Love for Us, Romans 5:8, First John 4:10, This is Love, Not that We Loved God, But He Loved Us, Sending His Son as a Propitiation, Wanted to Show Us What He’s Like in Person, Misrepresentation of God by Man, God Wasn’t Human Until Jesus, In the Past God Spoke Through Prophets, Hebrews 1, Burning Bush, Donkey Speaks, Matthew 1:23, His Name is Emmanuel, God With Us, Colossians 1:15, He is the Image of the Invisible God, John 14, Phillip said Show us the Father That Will be Enough, If You’ve Seen Me, You’ve Seen the Father, Reason is Jesus, Gift of God, Every Good and Perfect Gift is From Above, Coming Down From the Father of Lights, James 1:17 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14200105 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0600 3857 227 full false 10 Facts About the Blood of Jesus (Part 2) (12-10-23) 10 Facts About the Blood of Jesus (Part 2) (12-10-23) Topics: The Blood of Jesus, Genesis 4, Cain and Abel, Hebrews 11, Without Faith It’s Impossible to Please God, Hebrews 4:10-11, Rest from Work Just as God Did, Strive to Enter Rest, Sacrifice Offered by Faith, Persecuted for Focusing on Blood not Works, Burnt Offerings, Sacrifices He has not Desired, Conscience Cleansed, Hebrews 9, Repeated Animal Blood Cleansing Vs. Once-for-all Cleansing of the Blood of Jesus, Plead the Blood, Blood Already Pleaded, Make Emotional Appeal, Present Your Argument, Plead Your Case, Stop With Animal Blood Argument, Trust Eternal Spirit of Jesus, Presented His Blood Once, Wash Yourself in His Blood, Washed By the Blood, Jews Went to Temple Didn’t Wash in Blood but Presented it, Cleansed Conscience of Past Year of Sinning According to the Law, Covered in His Blood, Sins not Covered but Propitiated, Wrath of God, Coming Wrath, Wrath Over Sin, Romans 5:9, Blood Purchased You, Matthew 26:28, Ephesians 1:7, Bought With a Price, You Are Not Your Own, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Redeemed Means Purchased, Power Over the Devil, Revelation 12:11, Overcame Him by the Blood of the Lamb, Perfect and Complete, False Humility, Hebrews 10:14, Priests and Animal Blood Could Never Perfect Them. Jesus and His Blood Did Because Both Are Perfect, Complete, Colossians 2:9-10, Chief of Sinners

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]]> Topics: The Blood of Jesus, Genesis 4, Cain and Abel, Hebrews 11, Without Faith It’s Impossible to Please God, Hebrews 4:10-11, Rest from Work Just as God Did, Strive to Enter Rest, Sacrifice Offered by Faith, Persecuted for Focusing on Blood not Works, Burnt Offerings, Sacrifices He has not Desired, Conscience Cleansed, Hebrews 9, Repeated Animal Blood Cleansing Vs. Once-for-all Cleansing of the Blood of Jesus, Plead the Blood, Blood Already Pleaded, Make Emotional Appeal, Present Your Argument, Plead Your Case, Stop With Animal Blood Argument, Trust Eternal Spirit of Jesus, Presented His Blood Once, Wash Yourself in His Blood, Washed By the Blood, Jews Went to Temple Didn’t Wash in Blood but Presented it, Cleansed Conscience of Past Year of Sinning According to the Law, Covered in His Blood, Sins not Covered but Propitiated, Wrath of God, Coming Wrath, Wrath Over Sin, Romans 5:9, Blood Purchased You, Matthew 26:28, Ephesians 1:7, Bought With a Price, You Are Not Your Own, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Redeemed Means Purchased, Power Over the Devil, Revelation 12:11, Overcame Him by the Blood of the Lamb, Perfect and Complete, False Humility, Hebrews 10:14, Priests and Animal Blood Could Never Perfect Them. Jesus and His Blood Did Because Both Are Perfect, Complete, Colossians 2:9-10, Chief of Sinners

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14120777 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0600 4170 226 full false 10 Facts About the Blood of Jesus (Part 1) (12-3-23) 10 Facts About the Blood of Jesus (Part 1) (12-3-23) Topics: Blood of Jesus, Leviticus 17:11, Lost life in the Garden, First shedding of blood, Blood represents life, Adam’s unbelief, Hebrews 9:22, Jesus had to shed blood, Propitiation or Atonement, Numbers 15:27, Hebrews 10:26, 1 John 2:2, Jesus is our propitiation, Not covered in the blood, Take-away sin, John the Baptist, Hebrews 1 purification for sins, Past Preset Future Sins Forgiven, 2 Peter 3 8, Day like a thousand years, Not bound by time, Lamb slain before creation, Revelation 13:8, Left sins unpunished, Romans 3:25, Abraham believed God, Credited as righteousness, Genesis 15, Rahab right with God, James 2, Hebrews 11, Old Covenant ending, New Covenant beginning, Exodus 24:8, Blood of the Covenant between you and God, Matthew 26, Last Supper, Blood of the Covenant in my Name, Forgiveness of Sins, New Covenant Hebrews 8-10, Old is obsolete, Better convent, Better mediator, He sets aside the first to establish the second, Hebrews 10:9, Reward of Inheritance, Colossians 3, We are not in the New Covenant but beneficiaries, Peace with God, Romans 5:1, Perfect love casts out fear, Fear has to do with punishment, 1 John 4:18 

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]]> Topics: Blood of Jesus, Leviticus 17:11, Lost life in the Garden, First shedding of blood, Blood represents life, Adam’s unbelief, Hebrews 9:22, Jesus had to shed blood, Propitiation or Atonement, Numbers 15:27, Hebrews 10:26, 1 John 2:2, Jesus is our propitiation, Not covered in the blood, Take-away sin, John the Baptist, Hebrews 1 purification for sins, Past Preset Future Sins Forgiven, 2 Peter 3 8, Day like a thousand years, Not bound by time, Lamb slain before creation, Revelation 13:8, Left sins unpunished, Romans 3:25, Abraham believed God, Credited as righteousness, Genesis 15, Rahab right with God, James 2, Hebrews 11, Old Covenant ending, New Covenant beginning, Exodus 24:8, Blood of the Covenant between you and God, Matthew 26, Last Supper, Blood of the Covenant in my Name, Forgiveness of Sins, New Covenant Hebrews 8-10, Old is obsolete, Better convent, Better mediator, He sets aside the first to establish the second, Hebrews 10:9, Reward of Inheritance, Colossians 3, We are not in the New Covenant but beneficiaries, Peace with God, Romans 5:1, Perfect love casts out fear, Fear has to do with punishment, 1 John 4:18 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14079146 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0600 4031 225 full false Can Demons Have Legal Rights Over Christians? (11-26-23) Can Demons Have Legal Rights Over Christians? (11-26-23) Topics: Demons, Satan, Legal Rights, Sin, Sickness, Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 5:18, “Like” a Roaring Lion, Temple of the Holy Spirit, Legal Rights Enforcement, Wages of Sin, Romans 6:23, Open Doors and Legal Rights, Man-Made Church Jargon, Religious Gaslighting and Aggression, Ephesians 1:13, Sealed With the Spirit, Unforgiveness, Forgive or God Won’t Forgive You, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Sickness from Sin, Babies and Children’s Sickness, Flawed DNA, Power of Sin, Adam, Romans 5, Demon on Death Bed, Enoch Elijah Melchizedek, Cursed Bloodline, Bloodline from God, John 1:12-13, Israel’s Curse, Galatians 3:10, Galatians 3:13, Christ Became a Curse, Family History Isn’t Cursed Bloodline, Revelation 22, Jesus Broke All Curses, Come into Agreement With Satan When You Say He has Legal Rights, Revelation 12, Satan Operates Through Accusations, Witnessing Demonic Expressions is a Charade of Tradition, Accomplishments of Jesus Ignored 

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]]> Topics: Demons, Satan, Legal Rights, Sin, Sickness, Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 5:18, “Like” a Roaring Lion, Temple of the Holy Spirit, Legal Rights Enforcement, Wages of Sin, Romans 6:23, Open Doors and Legal Rights, Man-Made Church Jargon, Religious Gaslighting and Aggression, Ephesians 1:13, Sealed With the Spirit, Unforgiveness, Forgive or God Won’t Forgive You, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 3:13, Sickness from Sin, Babies and Children’s Sickness, Flawed DNA, Power of Sin, Adam, Romans 5, Demon on Death Bed, Enoch Elijah Melchizedek, Cursed Bloodline, Bloodline from God, John 1:12-13, Israel’s Curse, Galatians 3:10, Galatians 3:13, Christ Became a Curse, Family History Isn’t Cursed Bloodline, Revelation 22, Jesus Broke All Curses, Come into Agreement With Satan When You Say He has Legal Rights, Revelation 12, Satan Operates Through Accusations, Witnessing Demonic Expressions is a Charade of Tradition, Accomplishments of Jesus Ignored 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-14035373 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0600 3795 224 full false How to Stop Watching Porn (11-19-23) How to Stop Watching Porn (11-19-23) Topics: Porn Addiction, History of Pornography, Sexual Activity Images, Kama Sutra, Golden Age of Porn, Hebrews 9, Retrain Your Conscience, Cleansed of Sin, Masturbation, Sexual Sin Against Your Body, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Matthew 5:28, Committed Adultery Through Lust, Genesis 38, Onan Withdrawal During Intercourse, Saints Don’t Like Porn, God’s Idea of Sex and Orgasms, Physiological Sexual Logistics, Epididymal Hypertension, Scientific Benefits of Masturbation, Stop Desire of Sex, Masturbation Without Porn, Sexual Need for Body Through Masturbation, Masturbation Stops Porn Use, The Bible Doesn’t Condemn Masturbation, Stop Trying to Stop, Realize You’re Complete Forgiveness and Righteousness, Demon of Porn, Jezebel Spirit 

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]]> Topics: Porn Addiction, History of Pornography, Sexual Activity Images, Kama Sutra, Golden Age of Porn, Hebrews 9, Retrain Your Conscience, Cleansed of Sin, Masturbation, Sexual Sin Against Your Body, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Matthew 5:28, Committed Adultery Through Lust, Genesis 38, Onan Withdrawal During Intercourse, Saints Don’t Like Porn, God’s Idea of Sex and Orgasms, Physiological Sexual Logistics, Epididymal Hypertension, Scientific Benefits of Masturbation, Stop Desire of Sex, Masturbation Without Porn, Sexual Need for Body Through Masturbation, Masturbation Stops Porn Use, The Bible Doesn’t Condemn Masturbation, Stop Trying to Stop, Realize You’re Complete Forgiveness and Righteousness, Demon of Porn, Jezebel Spirit 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13999126 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 13:00:00 -0600 4549 223 full false Do Christians Need Deliverance? (11-12-23) Do Christians Need Deliverance? (11-12-23) Topics: Deliverance, Deliverance Ministries, Cast Out Demons, Demons, Bible Study, Philippians 1, Acts 7, Colossians 1-2, Colossians 1:13, John 14:30, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Demonic Doctrine, 1 Timothy 4:1, Sleep Paralysis, 2 Peter 2:22, Matthew 15, Canaanite Woman, Dogs and Pigs, Freedom, Repentance, The Flesh vs. Flesh, Galatians 5

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]]> Topics: Deliverance, Deliverance Ministries, Cast Out Demons, Demons, Bible Study, Philippians 1, Acts 7, Colossians 1-2, Colossians 1:13, John 14:30, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Demonic Doctrine, 1 Timothy 4:1, Sleep Paralysis, 2 Peter 2:22, Matthew 15, Canaanite Woman, Dogs and Pigs, Freedom, Repentance, The Flesh vs. Flesh, Galatians 5

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13955277 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0600 4861 222 full false What Is the Doctrine of Demons From 1 Timothy 4:1? (11-5-23) What Is the Doctrine of Demons From 1 Timothy 4:1? (11-5-23) Topics: Demonic Doctrine, Doctrine of Demons, Teaching, 1 Timothy 1, 1 Timothy 2:11-12, 1 Timothy 4:1, Myths, Endless Genealogies, Titus, Acts 19-20, Temple of Artemis, Goddess Diana, Deliverance Ministries, Cast Out Demons, Unbelieving Exorcists, Speaking in Tongues, Mark 16:17, Signs That Follow, Fall Away From the Faith, Deceitful Spirits, Ephesians 4:14-15, Truth in Love, Doctrine of Jesus Christ

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]]> Topics: Demonic Doctrine, Doctrine of Demons, Teaching, 1 Timothy 1, 1 Timothy 2:11-12, 1 Timothy 4:1, Myths, Endless Genealogies, Titus, Acts 19-20, Temple of Artemis, Goddess Diana, Deliverance Ministries, Cast Out Demons, Unbelieving Exorcists, Speaking in Tongues, Mark 16:17, Signs That Follow, Fall Away From the Faith, Deceitful Spirits, Ephesians 4:14-15, Truth in Love, Doctrine of Jesus Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13912299 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 12:00:00 -0600 4930 221 full false Can Christians Celebrate Halloween? (10-29-23) Can Christians Celebrate Halloween? (10-29-23) Topics: Halloween, All Saints Day, All Hallows Eve, Samhain, Anton Lavey, Church of Satan, Rosemary’s Baby, Reformation Day, Gates of Hell, Demons, Satan, Demonic Possession, Paganism, John 17, Darkness, Unbelief, Unfruitful Works of Darkness, John 1, John 8, Light of the World, Satan Disarmed, Demonic Oppression, Sanctify It, Meat Sacrificed to Idols, 1 Corinthians 8 & 10, Freedom, 2 Corinthians 3:17

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]]> Topics: Halloween, All Saints Day, All Hallows Eve, Samhain, Anton Lavey, Church of Satan, Rosemary’s Baby, Reformation Day, Gates of Hell, Demons, Satan, Demonic Possession, Paganism, John 17, Darkness, Unbelief, Unfruitful Works of Darkness, John 1, John 8, Light of the World, Satan Disarmed, Demonic Oppression, Sanctify It, Meat Sacrificed to Idols, 1 Corinthians 8 & 10, Freedom, 2 Corinthians 3:17

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13867381 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0500 5036 220 full false Can Women Be Pastors and Elders? (Part 2) (10-22-23) Can Women Be Pastors and Elders? (Part 2) (10-22-23) Topics: Husband of One Wife, 1 Timothy 3:2, Titus 1:6, Office of an Elder, Office of a Bishop, 1 Timothy 3:1, Overseer, Overseership, Titus 1:10, Titus 1:14, Titus 1-3, Circumcision Party, Jewish Myths, Cleansing Rituals, False Doctrine, Endless Genealogies, Temple of Artemus, Diana, Authority in Church, Pastoral Authority, Authority of Elders, Paul’s Authority in Acts, Hebrews 13:17, Obey Your Leaders, Junia, Prisca, Phoebe, Priscilla, Author of Hebrews, 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, 1 Timothy 2:11-12, Office of Jesus, Hebrews 7:23, Death Prevented them from Continuing in Office, Permanent Priesthood, 1 Corinthians 12, Body of Christ, Matthew 20, Lord over One Another, Christ is the Head, Colossians 1:18

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]]> Topics: Husband of One Wife, 1 Timothy 3:2, Titus 1:6, Office of an Elder, Office of a Bishop, 1 Timothy 3:1, Overseer, Overseership, Titus 1:10, Titus 1:14, Titus 1-3, Circumcision Party, Jewish Myths, Cleansing Rituals, False Doctrine, Endless Genealogies, Temple of Artemus, Diana, Authority in Church, Pastoral Authority, Authority of Elders, Paul’s Authority in Acts, Hebrews 13:17, Obey Your Leaders, Junia, Prisca, Phoebe, Priscilla, Author of Hebrews, 1 Corinthians 14:34-35, 1 Timothy 2:11-12, Office of Jesus, Hebrews 7:23, Death Prevented them from Continuing in Office, Permanent Priesthood, 1 Corinthians 12, Body of Christ, Matthew 20, Lord over One Another, Christ is the Head, Colossians 1:18

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13823485 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 13:00:00 -0500 4060 219 full false Can Women Be Pastors and Elders? (Part 1) (10-15-23) Can Women Be Pastors and Elders? (Part 1) (10-15-23) TOPICS: Women Pastors, Women Elders, Women in Church, The Talmud, Early Church Father Sexism, Reformation Sexism, Calvinism, Divorce according to the Law, Ephesians 4:11, Pastoral Letters Error, Shepherd, Poimenas, Presbuteros, Presbyter, One-Bishop Rule, Ephesians 4:7, Joseph’s Decision to Divorce Mary, History of Women in the Church, History of the word Pastor and Elder

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]]> TOPICS: Women Pastors, Women Elders, Women in Church, The Talmud, Early Church Father Sexism, Reformation Sexism, Calvinism, Divorce according to the Law, Ephesians 4:11, Pastoral Letters Error, Shepherd, Poimenas, Presbuteros, Presbyter, One-Bishop Rule, Ephesians 4:7, Joseph’s Decision to Divorce Mary, History of Women in the Church, History of the word Pastor and Elder

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13780404 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0500 4007 218 full false 1 Timothy 2:11-12: Should Women Be Silent and Not Teach Men? (10-8-23) 1 Timothy 2:11-12: Should Women Be Silent and Not Teach Men? (10-8-23) Topics: 1 Tim 1, 1 Tim 2, Acts 19, Temple of Artemis, Goddess Diana, Myths, Endless Genealogies, False Doctrine, Exercise Authority Over Man, Women Can’t Teach Men, Women Can’t Pastor, Ephesus, Adam Formed First, Woman Was Deceived, Dress Modestly, Saved Through Childbearing 

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]]> Topics: 1 Tim 1, 1 Tim 2, Acts 19, Temple of Artemis, Goddess Diana, Myths, Endless Genealogies, False Doctrine, Exercise Authority Over Man, Women Can’t Teach Men, Women Can’t Pastor, Ephesus, Adam Formed First, Woman Was Deceived, Dress Modestly, Saved Through Childbearing 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13737351 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3070 217 full false Does 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 Demand Women to Be Silent? (10-1-23) Does 1 Corinthians 14:34-35 Demand Women to Be Silent? (10-1-23) Topics: Women in Church, Silent in Church, Be Submissive, As the Law Says, Disgraceful to Speak in Church, The Talmud, Women’s Voice Prohibited, 1 Corinthians 14, Women Should Prophesy, Crazy Corinthians, Did the Word Originate with You

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]]> Topics: Women in Church, Silent in Church, Be Submissive, As the Law Says, Disgraceful to Speak in Church, The Talmud, Women’s Voice Prohibited, 1 Corinthians 14, Women Should Prophesy, Crazy Corinthians, Did the Word Originate with You

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13694347 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2601 216 full false Can You Be a Disciple? (9-24-23) Can You Be a Disciple? (9-24-23) Topics: Discipleship, Luke 14, Matthew 28, Make Disciples, Hate Your Family, Hate Yourself, Carry Your Cross, Count The Cost, Acts 2:5, Romans 4, Abrahamic Promise, Genesis 17, Christ in You, Romans 8, Coheirs, Temples of God, Doctrine

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]]> Topics: Discipleship, Luke 14, Matthew 28, Make Disciples, Hate Your Family, Hate Yourself, Carry Your Cross, Count The Cost, Acts 2:5, Romans 4, Abrahamic Promise, Genesis 17, Christ in You, Romans 8, Coheirs, Temples of God, Doctrine

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13647829 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3700 215 full false 5 Core Purposes of the Christian Life (9-17-23) 5 Core Purposes of the Christian Life (9-17-23) Topics: Purpose, Acts 26:16, Acts 26:17-18, Acts 9, Road to Damascus, Paul, King Agrippa, Christian, Luke 24, Open their Eyes, Darkness to Light, Power of Satan to God, Forgiveness of Sins, A Place Among Those Who Are Sanctified by Faith, John 8, Luke 24:31, Ongoing Sanctification

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]]> Topics: Purpose, Acts 26:16, Acts 26:17-18, Acts 9, Road to Damascus, Paul, King Agrippa, Christian, Luke 24, Open their Eyes, Darkness to Light, Power of Satan to God, Forgiveness of Sins, A Place Among Those Who Are Sanctified by Faith, John 8, Luke 24:31, Ongoing Sanctification

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13605575 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0500 4490 214 full false 10 Reasons Christians Are Leaving Church (Part 3) (9-10-23) 10 Reasons Christians Are Leaving Church (Part 3) (9-10-23) Topics: Double-Talk Preaching, Covenant Mixture Theology, No Identity Teaching, No Jesus, Repentance Toward First Love

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]]> Topics: Double-Talk Preaching, Covenant Mixture Theology, No Identity Teaching, No Jesus, Repentance Toward First Love

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13563559 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0500 3507 213 full false 10 Reasons Christians Are Leaving Church (Part 2) (9-3-23) 10 Reasons Christians Are Leaving Church (Part 2) (9-3-23) Topics: Church Decline, Attendance and Membership, Tithing, Pressure to Commit, Sin Preaching, Righteousness, Convicted, Romans 6, Slave to Righteousness, 2 Corinthians 9, John 3:17, Romans 3, Hebrews 7, Jesus vs. Levites, Preaching on Righteousness 

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]]> Topics: Church Decline, Attendance and Membership, Tithing, Pressure to Commit, Sin Preaching, Righteousness, Convicted, Romans 6, Slave to Righteousness, 2 Corinthians 9, John 3:17, Romans 3, Hebrews 7, Jesus vs. Levites, Preaching on Righteousness 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13519577 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0500 3200 212 full false 10 Reasons Christians Are Leaving Church (Part 1) (8-27-23) 10 Reasons Christians Are Leaving Church (Part 1) (8-27-23) Topics: Church Attendance and Membership Decline, Church Accountability, Loss of Influence, Lampstand Removed, Forgotten Our First Love, Church Buildings, Hierarchy, Top-Down Authority System, House Churches, Sermons, Greek Rhetoric, The Eucharist, First Corinthians 11-14, Preacher, Preach

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]]> Topics: Church Attendance and Membership Decline, Church Accountability, Loss of Influence, Lampstand Removed, Forgotten Our First Love, Church Buildings, Hierarchy, Top-Down Authority System, House Churches, Sermons, Greek Rhetoric, The Eucharist, First Corinthians 11-14, Preacher, Preach

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13477592 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 11:00:00 -0500 4838 211 full false The Truth About the Tribulation (8-20-23) The Truth About the Tribulation (8-20-23) Topics: Tribulation, End Times, Great Tribulation, Post-Trib, Mid-Trib, Pre-Trib, The Rapture, Prophecy, Trouble and Suffering, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Mark 13, Revelation, Destruction of the Temple, AD 70, Daniel 9, Eschatology, 1 Thessalonians 4, John Darby, Caught up, Harpazo, Christ’s Return, Final Judgment

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]]> Topics: Tribulation, End Times, Great Tribulation, Post-Trib, Mid-Trib, Pre-Trib, The Rapture, Prophecy, Trouble and Suffering, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Mark 13, Revelation, Destruction of the Temple, AD 70, Daniel 9, Eschatology, 1 Thessalonians 4, John Darby, Caught up, Harpazo, Christ’s Return, Final Judgment

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13437592 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0500 4919 210 full false Is It Okay to Sin? (8-13-23) Is It Okay to Sin? (8-13-23) Topics: Sin, Sinning, Sin Conscience, Sword of Jesus, Matthew 10, Romans 3, Romans 5, Romans 6:1, Romans 6:15, Hebrews 10, Righteousness Conscience, Luke 7, Forgiven Little Loves Little, Grace Superabounds, Hyper Grace

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]]> Topics: Sin, Sinning, Sin Conscience, Sword of Jesus, Matthew 10, Romans 3, Romans 5, Romans 6:1, Romans 6:15, Hebrews 10, Righteousness Conscience, Luke 7, Forgiven Little Loves Little, Grace Superabounds, Hyper Grace

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13397572 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0500 3994 209 full false Do Christians Have to Endure to the End? (8-6-23) Do Christians Have to Endure to the End? (8-6-23) Topics: Rapture, Matthew 24, Mark 13, Matthew 10, Proof-texting, Plymouth Brethren, End Times, John Darby, Darby Bible, Left Behind, Coming in the Clouds, Repentance and Faith, Produce Fruit, Endurance, Hebrews 12:2, Hebrews 13:13, Sorrow and Suffering, AD 70

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]]> Topics: Rapture, Matthew 24, Mark 13, Matthew 10, Proof-texting, Plymouth Brethren, End Times, John Darby, Darby Bible, Left Behind, Coming in the Clouds, Repentance and Faith, Produce Fruit, Endurance, Hebrews 12:2, Hebrews 13:13, Sorrow and Suffering, AD 70

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13357702 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 13:00:00 -0500 4543 208 full false All of God and None of Me? (7-30-23) All of God and None of Me? (7-30-23) Topics: False Humility, He Must Increase I Must Decrease, John the Baptist, John 3-4, John 3:34, Gives the Spirit Without Measure, Ministry of the Spirit, Ministry of the Law, 2 Corinthians 3, Jesus’ Baptism, Water Baptism, The New Creation, Satan, Demons, The Accuser, One With God, Symbiotic Relationship

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]]> Topics: False Humility, He Must Increase I Must Decrease, John the Baptist, John 3-4, John 3:34, Gives the Spirit Without Measure, Ministry of the Spirit, Ministry of the Law, 2 Corinthians 3, Jesus’ Baptism, Water Baptism, The New Creation, Satan, Demons, The Accuser, One With God, Symbiotic Relationship

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13316103 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0500 4573 207 full false Are House Churches Biblical? (7-23-23) Are House Churches Biblical? (7-23-23) Topics: House Churches, Church, Church Buildings, House of God, Ecclesias, Upper Room, Acts 1, Acts 20, Acts 28, Two or Three Are Gathered, Matthew 18, The Rock, The Church, Matthew 16, Hebrews 3:6, Hebrews 10:21, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Topics: House Churches, Church, Church Buildings, House of God, Ecclesias, Upper Room, Acts 1, Acts 20, Acts 28, Two or Three Are Gathered, Matthew 18, The Rock, The Church, Matthew 16, Hebrews 3:6, Hebrews 10:21, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13271424 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3508 206 full false Is Jesus Only With Us When We Gather? (7-16-23) Is Jesus Only With Us When We Gather? (7-16-23) Topics: Matthew 18:20, Gatherings, Where Two or Three Are Gathered, Verse-itus, Protestant Scholastics, Church, Ecclesia, Teach Children the Law, Spiritual Leaders, Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, Cognitive Dissonance in the New Covenant Community, Judge Others According to the Law or According to Jesus, Nepotism, Hebrews 13:5

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]]> Topics: Matthew 18:20, Gatherings, Where Two or Three Are Gathered, Verse-itus, Protestant Scholastics, Church, Ecclesia, Teach Children the Law, Spiritual Leaders, Parable of the Unmerciful Servant, Cognitive Dissonance in the New Covenant Community, Judge Others According to the Law or According to Jesus, Nepotism, Hebrews 13:5

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13231922 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3111 205 full false Is Church the House of God? (7-2-23) Is Church the House of God? (7-2-23) Topics: The House of God, The Temple, Church, Ecclesia, Hebrews 10:25, Hebrews 8, Obey Your Leaders, Hebrews 13, Pastors, Elders, Presbuteros, Covenant With God, Earthly Relationships Vs. Heavenly, Hebrews 3:6, Hebrews 10:21, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19

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]]> Topics: The House of God, The Temple, Church, Ecclesia, Hebrews 10:25, Hebrews 8, Obey Your Leaders, Hebrews 13, Pastors, Elders, Presbuteros, Covenant With God, Earthly Relationships Vs. Heavenly, Hebrews 3:6, Hebrews 10:21, 1 Corinthians 3:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13147410 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3840 204 full false 3 Lies About Sins (6-25-23) 3 Lies About Sins (6-25-23) Topics: Sin, Sins, Sinning, Power of Sin, Hamartia, Adam, In Adam, Romans 5, In Christ Old Self Died, Wages of Sin, Romans 6:23, Sinners, Chief of Sinners, Peace With God, Life in Christ, Not One Righteous, Romans 3:10, Dead to Sin, Romans 7

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]]> Topics: Sin, Sins, Sinning, Power of Sin, Hamartia, Adam, In Adam, Romans 5, In Christ Old Self Died, Wages of Sin, Romans 6:23, Sinners, Chief of Sinners, Peace With God, Life in Christ, Not One Righteous, Romans 3:10, Dead to Sin, Romans 7

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13103315 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3300 203 full false Does Going to Church Make You a Christian? (6-18-23) Does Going to Church Make You a Christian? (6-18-23) Topics: Church, Church Attendance, Be Like Me Preaching, Double Talk Preaching, False Humility Preaching, Free Grace Error, Insult the Spirit of Grace, Gospel of Grace, Acts 20:24, John 1:17, Hebrews 2:9, Hebrews 10:29, Romans 6:23, Romans 11:6, Examine Yourself, Test Yourself, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Christ in You 

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]]> Topics: Church, Church Attendance, Be Like Me Preaching, Double Talk Preaching, False Humility Preaching, Free Grace Error, Insult the Spirit of Grace, Gospel of Grace, Acts 20:24, John 1:17, Hebrews 2:9, Hebrews 10:29, Romans 6:23, Romans 11:6, Examine Yourself, Test Yourself, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Christ in You 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13060661 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0500 4438 202 full false Does Grace Promote Sin? (6-11-23) Does Grace Promote Sin? (6-11-23) Topics: Sin, Forgiveness, Cheap Grace, Cheap Law, Ministry of Death, Life of Paul, Acts, God’s Grace, Jesus Tasted Death, Hebrews 1-2, Grace upon Grace

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]]> Topics: Sin, Forgiveness, Cheap Grace, Cheap Law, Ministry of Death, Life of Paul, Acts, God’s Grace, Jesus Tasted Death, Hebrews 1-2, Grace upon Grace

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-13018389 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0500 3957 201 full false What if a Christian Stops Believing? (6-4-23) What if a Christian Stops Believing? (6-4-23) Topics: Apostasy, Great Falling Away, Those Who Left the Church, Atheism, 2 Thessalonians 2, Hebrews 6, John 1:12-13, Parable of the Talents, Matthew 20, “Repent!” 1 John 2 

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]]> Topics: Apostasy, Great Falling Away, Those Who Left the Church, Atheism, 2 Thessalonians 2, Hebrews 6, John 1:12-13, Parable of the Talents, Matthew 20, “Repent!” 1 John 2 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12975126 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0500 4635 200 full false How Not to Read the Bible (5-28-23) How Not to Read the Bible (5-28-23) Topics: Proof-texting, Chapters and Verses, Chronological, Narcisgesis, Insert Self into Text, Cross & Resurrection, Protestant Scholastics, Book of James, Biblical Order, John 9, Hebrews 11, Even the Demons Believe, The Sixth Sense, Ministry of the Spirit 

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]]> Topics: Proof-texting, Chapters and Verses, Chronological, Narcisgesis, Insert Self into Text, Cross & Resurrection, Protestant Scholastics, Book of James, Biblical Order, John 9, Hebrews 11, Even the Demons Believe, The Sixth Sense, Ministry of the Spirit 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12933723 Sun, 28 May 2023 11:00:00 -0500 4772 199 full false 5 Results of Teaching the Law (5-21-23) 5 Results of Teaching the Law (5-21-23) Topics: The Law of Moses, Ministry of the Spirit, Two Greatest Commandments, Deuteronomy 22, Stringency of the Law, Sin Increase, Romans 5:20, Romans 6:14, Matthew 5-7, Nobody’s Perfect, Fear of the Lord, Wages of Sin, Hypocrisy, Sin Will Be Your Master 

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]]> Topics: The Law of Moses, Ministry of the Spirit, Two Greatest Commandments, Deuteronomy 22, Stringency of the Law, Sin Increase, Romans 5:20, Romans 6:14, Matthew 5-7, Nobody’s Perfect, Fear of the Lord, Wages of Sin, Hypocrisy, Sin Will Be Your Master 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12889517 Sun, 21 May 2023 11:00:00 -0500 4734 198 full false Can Christians Live in Sin? (5-14-23) Can Christians Live in Sin? (5-14-23) Topics: Sin, Live in Sin, Life of Sin, Romans 1:29, Romans 6:1-17, Practice Sin, Descriptive Vs. Prescriptive, Life of Sin, Repent of Sin, Count Yourself Dead to Sin, Adultery, Going to the Club 

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]]> Topics: Sin, Live in Sin, Life of Sin, Romans 1:29, Romans 6:1-17, Practice Sin, Descriptive Vs. Prescriptive, Life of Sin, Repent of Sin, Count Yourself Dead to Sin, Adultery, Going to the Club 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12845642 Sun, 14 May 2023 12:00:00 -0500 3804 197 full false Can Christians Live a Sinful Lifestyle? (5-7-23) Can Christians Live a Sinful Lifestyle? (5-7-23) Topics: Lifestyle, Sin, Life of Sin, Go and Sin No More, Judge Correctly, Woman Caught in Adultery, John 5, John 7, John 8, Practice Sin, 1 John 3, Will Not Inherit the Kingdom, 1 Corinthians 6, Ephesians 5, Galatians 5, Something Worse Will Happen

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]]> Topics: Lifestyle, Sin, Life of Sin, Go and Sin No More, Judge Correctly, Woman Caught in Adultery, John 5, John 7, John 8, Practice Sin, 1 John 3, Will Not Inherit the Kingdom, 1 Corinthians 6, Ephesians 5, Galatians 5, Something Worse Will Happen

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12800439 Sun, 07 May 2023 12:00:00 -0500 3973 196 full false Will Sexual Sin Send You to Hell? (4-30-23) Will Sexual Sin Send You to Hell? (4-30-23) Topics: Sexual Sins, Hell, Seven Deadly Sins, Proverbs 6, 1 Corinthians 6:18, 1 Corinthians 6:9-19, Grace, License to Sin, Galatians 5, Christ is of No Value, Ephesians 5, Wages of Sin, Romans 6:23

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]]> Topics: Sexual Sins, Hell, Seven Deadly Sins, Proverbs 6, 1 Corinthians 6:18, 1 Corinthians 6:9-19, Grace, License to Sin, Galatians 5, Christ is of No Value, Ephesians 5, Wages of Sin, Romans 6:23

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12751166 Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0500 2940 195 full false Where Did Bible Colleges Come From? (4-23-23) Where Did Bible Colleges Come From? (4-23-23) Topics: Bible College, Christian University, Seminaries, Church History, HG Guinness, Charles Spurgeon, Revivalism

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]]> Topics: Bible College, Christian University, Seminaries, Church History, HG Guinness, Charles Spurgeon, Revivalism

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12705336 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1791 194 full false Where Did Seminaries Come From? (4-16-23) Where Did Seminaries Come From? (4-16-23) Topics: Seminary, Church History, Catholics, Protestants, University Trained, Foolish and Wise, 1 Corinthians 1-2, Pastors and Priests, Ordination, Elders Appointed, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Calvinism, Puritans 

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]]> Topics: Seminary, Church History, Catholics, Protestants, University Trained, Foolish and Wise, 1 Corinthians 1-2, Pastors and Priests, Ordination, Elders Appointed, 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Calvinism, Puritans 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12659707 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0500 3641 193 full false 3 Reasons Jesus Was Resurrected (4-9-23) 3 Reasons Jesus Was Resurrected (4-9-23) Topics: Easter, Resurrection, Jesus, The Blood of Jesus, Complete Forgiveness, Complete Righteousness, Raised With Christ, Seated With Christ, Colossians 1:3; 3:3, Ephesians 2:5-6, Empty Tomb, Cults, David Koresh, 1 Corinthians 15:13-18 

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]]> Topics: Easter, Resurrection, Jesus, The Blood of Jesus, Complete Forgiveness, Complete Righteousness, Raised With Christ, Seated With Christ, Colossians 1:3; 3:3, Ephesians 2:5-6, Empty Tomb, Cults, David Koresh, 1 Corinthians 15:13-18 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12615743 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500 2643 192 full false Is It Possible to Follow Jesus? (4-2-23) Is It Possible to Follow Jesus? (4-2-23) Topics: Follow Jesus, Carry Your Cross, Deny Yourself, The Comforter, Disciples, John 13, John 14, Matthew 16, Luke 14, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Ephesians 5:1, Walk in Love, 1 Peter 2:21, Endure Hardship

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]]> Topics: Follow Jesus, Carry Your Cross, Deny Yourself, The Comforter, Disciples, John 13, John 14, Matthew 16, Luke 14, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Ephesians 5:1, Walk in Love, 1 Peter 2:21, Endure Hardship

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12568636 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0500 4108 191 full false Will There Be Christians in Hell? (3-26-23) Will There Be Christians in Hell? (3-26-23) Topics: Hell, Matthew 7, Hebrews 6, Hebrews 10:26, John 14:19, Depart from Me, I Never Knew You, Sanctification, Rewards, Reward of the Inheritance, Stand and Give an Account, Sheep and Goats, The Blood of Jesus, Colossians 3:3-4

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]]> Topics: Hell, Matthew 7, Hebrews 6, Hebrews 10:26, John 14:19, Depart from Me, I Never Knew You, Sanctification, Rewards, Reward of the Inheritance, Stand and Give an Account, Sheep and Goats, The Blood of Jesus, Colossians 3:3-4

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12518923 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 16:00:00 -0500 3414 190 full false Did the Church Destroy Communion? (3-19-23) Did the Church Destroy Communion? (3-19-23) Topics: Communion, Eucharist, The Lord’s Supper, 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, This is my body, This is my blood, Church History, Tertullian, Cyprian of Carthage, Hebrews 8-10, Covenant Differences, The Love Feast, Jude 1:12, The Agape

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]]> Topics: Communion, Eucharist, The Lord’s Supper, 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, This is my body, This is my blood, Church History, Tertullian, Cyprian of Carthage, Hebrews 8-10, Covenant Differences, The Love Feast, Jude 1:12, The Agape

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12469933 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2423 189 full false Is Your Flesh Bad? (3-12-23) Is Your Flesh Bad? (3-12-23) Topics: The Flesh, Flesh, Sarx, Soma, Crucify the Flesh, Deny Your Flesh, Deny Yourself, Five Senses, Gnosticism, Test the Spirits, 1 John, Galatians 5, Matthew 16, Colossians 2, Ephesians 5, 1 Corinthians 15, Temple of the Holy Spirit, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Walk by Faith, Lent 

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]]> Topics: The Flesh, Flesh, Sarx, Soma, Crucify the Flesh, Deny Your Flesh, Deny Yourself, Five Senses, Gnosticism, Test the Spirits, 1 John, Galatians 5, Matthew 16, Colossians 2, Ephesians 5, 1 Corinthians 15, Temple of the Holy Spirit, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Walk by Faith, Lent 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12422958 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0500 3830 188 full false Water Baptism Gone Wrong (Part 2) (3-5-23) Water Baptism Gone Wrong (Part 2) (3-5-23) Topics: Water Baptism, 1 Peter 3:21, Man-Made Tradition, Church History, Forgiveness, Prove Yourself Worthy, Baptism Rituals, Constantine’s Baptism, Hebrews 9:22,26-29, 10:26-29, Righteousness, Sanctification, Judgment Day, Repent

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]]> Topics: Water Baptism, 1 Peter 3:21, Man-Made Tradition, Church History, Forgiveness, Prove Yourself Worthy, Baptism Rituals, Constantine’s Baptism, Hebrews 9:22,26-29, 10:26-29, Righteousness, Sanctification, Judgment Day, Repent

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12377099 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0600 4142 187 full false Water Baptism Gone Wrong (Part 1) (2-26-23) Water Baptism Gone Wrong (Part 1) (2-26-23) Topics: Water Baptism, Spiritual Baptism, Repent and be Baptized, Born of Water and Spirit, Acts 2:38, Acts 5, Acts 8, Acts 16, Phillip, Ethiopian Eunuch, Tongues, John 3:5, John 4:14, Acts 2:14-41

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]]> Topics: Water Baptism, Spiritual Baptism, Repent and be Baptized, Born of Water and Spirit, Acts 2:38, Acts 5, Acts 8, Acts 16, Phillip, Ethiopian Eunuch, Tongues, John 3:5, John 4:14, Acts 2:14-41

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12330369 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0600 3550 186 full false 5 Ways Tithing Harms Pastors (2-19-23) 5 Ways Tithing Harms Pastors (2-19-23) Topics: Pastors, Tithing, Church, Tithing Curse, Galatians 3:10, Covenant Differences, Arrogance, Anxiety, Pander to Big Givers, Seminary Degree, Luke 21, Mark 12, Hebrews 7, Widows, Orphans, Festivals 

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Tithing, Church, Tithing Curse, Galatians 3:10, Covenant Differences, Arrogance, Anxiety, Pander to Big Givers, Seminary Degree, Luke 21, Mark 12, Hebrews 7, Widows, Orphans, Festivals 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12283204 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0600 3601 185 full false 5 Ways Tithing Harms the Poor (2-10-23) 5 Ways Tithing Harms the Poor (2-10-23) Topics: Tithing, Tithing Commandments,The Poor, Lower Income, Gleanings, Temple Treasury, Tithe is a Curse, Church Lotto, Gambling, Deuteronomy 8, 14, 26, Malachi 3, Matthew 11, 23, Widow with Two Mites, Mark 12, Luke 21 

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]]> Topics: Tithing, Tithing Commandments,The Poor, Lower Income, Gleanings, Temple Treasury, Tithe is a Curse, Church Lotto, Gambling, Deuteronomy 8, 14, 26, Malachi 3, Matthew 11, 23, Widow with Two Mites, Mark 12, Luke 21 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12230993 Sat, 11 Feb 2023 11:00:00 -0600 3494 184 full false Where Did Church Salaries Come From? (2-5-23) Where Did Church Salaries Come From? (2-5-23) Topics: Church History, Tithe, Cyprian of Carthage, Catholic Church, 1 Timothy 5:17-18,21, 1 Timothy 6, 1 Corinthians 9, Laborer Deserves Wages, Constantine, Ordination, The Eucharist, Communion, Tithing Testimonies, 2 Corinthians 9

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12187537 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0600 5160 183 full false 5 Lies About Tithing (2-1-23) 5 Lies About Tithing (2-1-23) Tithe, Malachi 3:10, Abraham’s Tithe, Melchizedek, Tithing Principle, Jacob’s Tithe, Luke 11:42, Matthew 23:23, Hebrews 7, Widow Gave Two Mites, Acts 5, Acts 15

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12164891 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0600 3365 182 full false Do Christians Need to Die Daily? (1-27-23) Do Christians Need to Die Daily? (1-27-23) Topics: I Die Daily, 1 Corinthians 15, Carry Your Cross, Deny Yourself, Sacrifices, Romans 12, Living Sacrifice, Hebrews 13, Sacrifice of Praise, Matthew 16, Luke 14, 1 Corinthians 5:7, Walk in Love, Ephesians 5:2, 1 Peter 3:18, Daily Sacrifices, Hebrews 8-10

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]]> Topics: I Die Daily, 1 Corinthians 15, Carry Your Cross, Deny Yourself, Sacrifices, Romans 12, Living Sacrifice, Hebrews 13, Sacrifice of Praise, Matthew 16, Luke 14, 1 Corinthians 5:7, Walk in Love, Ephesians 5:2, 1 Peter 3:18, Daily Sacrifices, Hebrews 8-10

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12132858 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0600 2159 181 full false Do I Have to be On Fire for God? (1-18-23) Do I Have to be On Fire for God? (1-18-23) Topics: Lukewarm, Christian, Revelation 3, Spit Out of God's Mouth, Hot or Cold, Depart From Me, I Never Knew You, Matthew 7:21-23, Workers of Lawlessness, My Sheep Know Me, John 10, The Good Shepherd

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12070741 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0600 1224 180 full false 3 Ways to Send People to Hell (1-15-23) 3 Ways to Send People to Hell (1-15-23) Topics: Repent of Your Sins, Godly Sorrow, Metanoeo, Metanoia, 2 Corinthians 7, Frontier Revivalists, Trained up in Righteousness, 2 Timothy 3, Flesh, The Flesh, Sarx, Soma, Sinful Nature

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12046929 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0600 3272 179 full false Do Sinners Need to Repent? (1-13-23) Do Sinners Need to Repent? (1-13-23) Topics: Luke 15, Parable of the Lost Sheep, Sinner, Rejoicing in Heaven, 1 Timothy 1, Matthew 15, Chief of Sinners, Abraham, Genesis 15, Romans 4, Galatians 3, Hebrews 11, Crucify the Flesh, Galatians 5 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12037875 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 12:00:00 -0600 2113 178 full false How Do I Handle Being Perfect? (1-11-23) How Do I Handle Being Perfect? (1-11-23) Topics: Perfection, Blood, Jesus, Hebrews 10:14, Perfect, Philippians 3, Covenant Differences, Identity, Author and Perfecter, Be Yourself, Matthew 5:48

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-12024014 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0600 2293 177 full false Is Suicide the Unforgivable Sin? (1-4-23) Is Suicide the Unforgivable Sin? (1-4-23) Topics: Suicide, Hope, Sin that leads to death, 1 John 5, Unforgivable Sin, Blasphemy, Matthew 12, Mark 3, 1 Peter 3, Noah Saved in Arc, Ask For Forgiveness, Confess Sins, 1 John 1:9, Repent of Your Sins, Acts 2:38, Acts 3:19, 1 Corinthians 3, Destroy the Body

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]]> Topics: Suicide, Hope, Sin that leads to death, 1 John 5, Unforgivable Sin, Blasphemy, Matthew 12, Mark 3, 1 Peter 3, Noah Saved in Arc, Ask For Forgiveness, Confess Sins, 1 John 1:9, Repent of Your Sins, Acts 2:38, Acts 3:19, 1 Corinthians 3, Destroy the Body

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11977927 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0600 3176 176 full false Can Christians Do Things Our Own Way? (1-1-23) Can Christians Do Things Our Own Way? (1-1-23) Topics: Isaiah 55, His Ways Are Not Our Ways, Seek God, Luke 5, Call Sinners to Repent, Chief of Sinners, Known by Their Fruit, John the Baptist, Hebrews 13, Sanctification, Identity, Repent

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11960554 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0600 3290 175 full false Is Jesus Really God? (12-28-22) Is Jesus Really God? (12-28-22) Topics: The Word, John 1:1, In the Beginning, God in the Flesh, John 8, I Am, John 14, Image of the Invisible God, Colossians 1, All Things Were Created, Hebrews 1:1, Old Testament Prophets, Emanuel, God With Us, Mathew 1, No One is Good But God 

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]]> Topics: The Word, John 1:1, In the Beginning, God in the Flesh, John 8, I Am, John 14, Image of the Invisible God, Colossians 1, All Things Were Created, Hebrews 1:1, Old Testament Prophets, Emanuel, God With Us, Mathew 1, No One is Good But God 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11942102 Wed, 28 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600 2722 174 full false Why Do We Dress Up for Church? (12-21-22) Why Do We Dress Up for Church? (12-21-22) Topics: Sunday Best, Church Clothes, Church History, Horace Bushnell, William Henry Foote, Dress Up, Whitewashed Tombs, The Heart, The Flesh, Luke 20, Colossians 2:8, Industrial Revolution, Sophisticated and Refined, Dress-Loving People, House of the Lord

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]]> Topics: Sunday Best, Church Clothes, Church History, Horace Bushnell, William Henry Foote, Dress Up, Whitewashed Tombs, The Heart, The Flesh, Luke 20, Colossians 2:8, Industrial Revolution, Sophisticated and Refined, Dress-Loving People, House of the Lord

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11912452 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0600 2867 173 full false Why Do We Attend Church On Sunday? (12-18-22) Why Do We Attend Church On Sunday? (12-18-22) Topics: Church, Remember the Sabbath, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Exodus 20, Hebrews 10:25, Acts 20, Mark 2, John 9, Romans 14 

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]]> Topics: Church, Remember the Sabbath, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Exodus 20, Hebrews 10:25, Acts 20, Mark 2, John 9, Romans 14 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11892544 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0600 2902 172 full false Should Christians Ask God for Forgiveness? (12-16-22) Should Christians Ask God for Forgiveness? (12-16-22) Topics: Forgiveness, Blood, Adam’s Forgiveness, Genesis 3, Leviticus 17, Life in the Blood, Ask for Forgiveness, Repent, Confess, Forgive Us Our Trespasses, Mathew 6, The Lord’s Prayer, 1 John 1:9, Propitiation

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]]> Topics: Forgiveness, Blood, Adam’s Forgiveness, Genesis 3, Leviticus 17, Life in the Blood, Ask for Forgiveness, Repent, Confess, Forgive Us Our Trespasses, Mathew 6, The Lord’s Prayer, 1 John 1:9, Propitiation

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11884929 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:00:00 -0600 3654 171 full false 5 Damaging Effects of the Pastor (12-11-22) 5 Damaging Effects of the Pastor (12-11-22) Topics: Pastors, Church Tradition, Church History, One-Bishop Rule, One-Pastor Rule,  Christian Classes, Every Member Functioning, Dead Priesthood, Headship of Christ, Matthew 19-20, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Hebrews 1, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 8-10 

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Church Tradition, Church History, One-Bishop Rule, One-Pastor Rule,  Christian Classes, Every Member Functioning, Dead Priesthood, Headship of Christ, Matthew 19-20, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Hebrews 1, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 8-10 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11852004 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0600 4965 170 full false Have Pastors Replaced the Church? (12-7-22) Have Pastors Replaced the Church? (12-7-22) Topics: Pastors, Pastoral Care, Pastoral Duties, John Calvin, the Reformation, Church Fathers, Church History, Cure for the Souls, Care for the Souls, One Bishop Rule, One Pastor Rule, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Edification, Consolation, Encouragement

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Pastoral Care, Pastoral Duties, John Calvin, the Reformation, Church Fathers, Church History, Cure for the Souls, Care for the Souls, One Bishop Rule, One Pastor Rule, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Edification, Consolation, Encouragement

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11831533 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0600 3634 169 full false 5 Errors About Pastors From the Reformation (12-1-22) 5 Errors About Pastors From the Reformation (12-1-22) Topics: Pastors, Reformation, John Calvin, Tradition, Great Shepherd of the Sheep, Hebrews 13, Obey Your Leaders, Preacher, Elders, Deacons, Husband of One Wife, Authority, The Mouth of God

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Reformation, John Calvin, Tradition, Great Shepherd of the Sheep, Hebrews 13, Obey Your Leaders, Preacher, Elders, Deacons, Husband of One Wife, Authority, The Mouth of God

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11797156 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0600 4421 168 full false Did the Reformers Actually Reform the Church? (Part 2) (11-27-22) Did the Reformers Actually Reform the Church? (Part 2) (11-27-22) Topics: Priests, Pastors, Altar Table, Pulpit, Ministers, The New Covenant, Sermons, Academic Training, 1 Corinthians 11-14, 2 Corinthians 3, Martin Luther, Calvinism

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]]> Topics: Priests, Pastors, Altar Table, Pulpit, Ministers, The New Covenant, Sermons, Academic Training, 1 Corinthians 11-14, 2 Corinthians 3, Martin Luther, Calvinism

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11767175 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 3973 167 full false Did the Reformers Actually Reform the Church? (Part 1) (11-25-22) Did the Reformers Actually Reform the Church? (Part 1) (11-25-22) Topics: Reformation, Catholic, Priests, Church Fathers, Church History, Eucharist, Cyprian of Carthage, Eat My Flesh, Drink My Blood, Communion, Mana From Heaven, Forgive Sins, John 6, John 14, John 20, Royal Priesthood, The Rock

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]]> Topics: Reformation, Catholic, Priests, Church Fathers, Church History, Eucharist, Cyprian of Carthage, Eat My Flesh, Drink My Blood, Communion, Mana From Heaven, Forgive Sins, John 6, John 14, John 20, Royal Priesthood, The Rock

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11761300 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0600 4086 166 full false Did Humanity Destroy the Church? (11-23-22) Did Humanity Destroy the Church? (11-23-22) Topics: The Church, Ecclesia, Church History, Bishops, Elders, Priests, Pastors, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Constantine, Catholic History, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Pulpits, Puritans, Revivalists, The Rock, Matthew 16

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]]> Topics: The Church, Ecclesia, Church History, Bishops, Elders, Priests, Pastors, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Constantine, Catholic History, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Pulpits, Puritans, Revivalists, The Rock, Matthew 16

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11751435 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 5566 165 full false Are Ordained Ministers in the Bible? (11-20-22) Are Ordained Ministers in the Bible? (11-20-22) Topics: Ordained Ministers, Ordained Priest, Ordination, Religious Ceremony, Catholicism, Protestantism, Pastors, Holy Man of God, John 20, 2 Corinthians 3, Ministers of the New Covenant, Church History, Cyprian of Carthage, Appoint, Appointed

CORRECTION: I said episkopon (episkopos) means elder, rather than bishop, but episkopon (episkopos) means overseer, not elder. Elder is presbuteros. I also said the office of an overseer from this verse was 1 Timothy 1, but it is 1 Timothy 3:1.


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CORRECTION: I said episkopon (episkopos) means elder, rather than bishop, but episkopon (episkopos) means overseer, not elder. Elder is presbuteros. I also said the office of an overseer from this verse was 1 Timothy 1, but it is 1 Timothy 3:1.


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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11731082 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0600 3606 164 full false When Did "Pastor" Become an Occupation? (11-16-22) When Did "Pastor" Become an Occupation? (11-16-22) Topics: Pastors, Tithing, Malachi 3:10, Elders Receive Double Honor, 1 Timothy 5-6, Martin Luther, Church Government, Presbyter, Christian Career, Church Salary, Early Church Error

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Tithing, Malachi 3:10, Elders Receive Double Honor, 1 Timothy 5-6, Martin Luther, Church Government, Presbyter, Christian Career, Church Salary, Early Church Error

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11709773 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0600 3262 163 full false 5 Errors of the Early Church Fathers (11-13-22) 5 Errors of the Early Church Fathers (11-13-22) Topics: Church History, Church Fathers, Bishops, Pastors, Elders, Presbyters, Priests, Forgive Men Their Sins, Church Offices, Clemente of Rome, Cyprian of Carthage, Covenant Mixture Theologians, Communion, Eucharist, John 20, Matthew 23, 1 Timothy 3:1, Hebrews 7:23 

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]]> Topics: Church History, Church Fathers, Bishops, Pastors, Elders, Presbyters, Priests, Forgive Men Their Sins, Church Offices, Clemente of Rome, Cyprian of Carthage, Covenant Mixture Theologians, Communion, Eucharist, John 20, Matthew 23, 1 Timothy 3:1, Hebrews 7:23 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11684123 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600 3573 162 full false Where Did Pastors Come From? (11-9-22) Where Did Pastors Come From? (11-9-22) Topics: Pastors, Elders, Bishop, Ignatius of Antioch, Church History, Poimenas, Presbuteros, Episkopon, Shepherd, Overseer, Elder, Matthew 19-20, 2 Corinthians 3, Romans 12, Hebrews 13, Church Leaders, Church Offices, The Good Shepherd, Jesus 

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Elders, Bishop, Ignatius of Antioch, Church History, Poimenas, Presbuteros, Episkopon, Shepherd, Overseer, Elder, Matthew 19-20, 2 Corinthians 3, Romans 12, Hebrews 13, Church Leaders, Church Offices, The Good Shepherd, Jesus 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11664047 Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0600 2147 161 full false 3 Ways Sermons Have Harmed the Church (11-6-22) 3 Ways Sermons Have Harmed the Church (11-6-22) Topics: Sermon, Church History, Sophists, Greco-Roman Christians, Chrysostom, Augustine, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Calvinism, Puritans, Pentecostal, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Colossians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 11:6, Ephesians 4, Romans 12, Addicted to Sermons

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]]> Topics: Sermon, Church History, Sophists, Greco-Roman Christians, Chrysostom, Augustine, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Calvinism, Puritans, Pentecostal, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Colossians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 11:6, Ephesians 4, Romans 12, Addicted to Sermons

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11640763 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0600 3642 160 full false Where Did Sermons Come From? (11-4-22) Where Did Sermons Come From? (11-4-22) Topics: Church History, Sophists, Sunday Sermons, Greeks, Philosophers, Paid Orators, Feed My Sheep, Eat the Word, Hunger No More, Martin Luther, Constantine, Bishops, Pastors

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]]> Topics: Church History, Sophists, Sunday Sermons, Greeks, Philosophers, Paid Orators, Feed My Sheep, Eat the Word, Hunger No More, Martin Luther, Constantine, Bishops, Pastors

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11631593 Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3226 159 full false Have Revivals Harmed the Church? (10-30-22) Have Revivals Harmed the Church? (10-30-22) Topics: Church History, Frontier Revivalists, Revivalism, Revivals, John Wesley, Charles Wesley, George Whitefield, Lorenzo Dow, Charles Finney, DL Moody, Billy Graham, Altar Calls, Sinner’s Prayer, Romans 1:16-17, Matthew 10:33

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]]> Topics: Church History, Frontier Revivalists, Revivalism, Revivals, John Wesley, Charles Wesley, George Whitefield, Lorenzo Dow, Charles Finney, DL Moody, Billy Graham, Altar Calls, Sinner’s Prayer, Romans 1:16-17, Matthew 10:33

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11595436 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0500 3695 158 full false Why Do We Have Denominations? (10-26-22) Why Do We Have Denominations? (10-26-22) Topics: Catholicism, Protestantism, Martin Luther, Pastor, Pulpit, Church Structure, Ecclesia, Body of Christ, Preach, Preacher, Preach the Word, “Pastoral” Letters, Autonomous Branch, Forgotten Our First Love 

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]]> Topics: Catholicism, Protestantism, Martin Luther, Pastor, Pulpit, Church Structure, Ecclesia, Body of Christ, Preach, Preacher, Preach the Word, “Pastoral” Letters, Autonomous Branch, Forgotten Our First Love 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11573712 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0500 2707 157 full false Is Sunday Morning Church Service Biblical? (10-23-22) Is Sunday Morning Church Service Biblical? (10-23-22) Topics: Catholic Mass, Sunday Service, Protestantism, Gregory the Great, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Reformation, Altar Table, Eucharist, Pulpit, Pastor, Sunday Sermon, Man-Made Tradition, the Ecclesia, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Topics: Catholic Mass, Sunday Service, Protestantism, Gregory the Great, Martin Luther, John Calvin, Reformation, Altar Table, Eucharist, Pulpit, Pastor, Sunday Sermon, Man-Made Tradition, the Ecclesia, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11551815 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0500 4036 156 full false Is the Bible a Lamp Unto My Feet? (10-21-22) Is the Bible a Lamp Unto My Feet? (10-21-22) Topics: Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:11, The Word of God, Dawvar, Logos, Logon, Rhema, Ephesians 6:17, Light of the World, John 8:12, Man-made tradition, Repentance, Light for my path

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]]> Topics: Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:11, The Word of God, Dawvar, Logos, Logon, Rhema, Ephesians 6:17, Light of the World, John 8:12, Man-made tradition, Repentance, Light for my path

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11542843 Fri, 21 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2283 155 full false Did Early Church Architecture Harm the Church? (10-19-22) Did Early Church Architecture Harm the Church? (10-19-22) Topics: Stained Glass, the Steeple, Pulpits, Pews, Constantine, Early Church Fathers, Basilica, Bishop, Bishop’s Chair, Throne, Catherdra, Cathedral, House of the Throne, Elder Board, Deacon Board, Ecclesia, Cyprian of Carthage, Egyptian Pyramids, Body of Christ, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Topics: Stained Glass, the Steeple, Pulpits, Pews, Constantine, Early Church Fathers, Basilica, Bishop, Bishop’s Chair, Throne, Catherdra, Cathedral, House of the Throne, Elder Board, Deacon Board, Ecclesia, Cyprian of Carthage, Egyptian Pyramids, Body of Christ, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11530767 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2757 154 full false Did Constantine Paganize the Church Building? (Part 3) (10-16-22) Did Constantine Paganize the Church Building? (Part 3) (10-16-22) Topics: Constantine, Ceremonial Entrance, Special Clothing, Religious Garb, Gestures of Respect, Roman Imperialism, Clergy and Laity, Ecclesia, Kneeling, Sign of the Cross, Kiss on Hand, Roman Officials, Basilica, Sunday Sermon

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]]> Topics: Constantine, Ceremonial Entrance, Special Clothing, Religious Garb, Gestures of Respect, Roman Imperialism, Clergy and Laity, Ecclesia, Kneeling, Sign of the Cross, Kiss on Hand, Roman Officials, Basilica, Sunday Sermon

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11509244 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0500 2790 153 full false Did Constantine Paganize the Church Building? (Part 2) (10-14-22) Did Constantine Paganize the Church Building? (Part 2) (10-14-22) Topics: Bishop, Cathedra, Throne, Bishop’s Chair, Elder Chairs, Elder Board, Sermon from Bishop Chair, 1 Timothy 3, Male Nor Female, Matthew 19-20, Serve to be Great, Gentiles Lord it Over Them

Link to "A Church Building Every 1/2 Mile": https://www.amazon.com/Church-Building-Every-Mile-Christianity/dp/097652225X

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11501742 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0500 2631 152 full false Did Constantine Paganize the Church Building? (Part 1) (10-12-22) Did Constantine Paganize the Church Building? (Part 1) (10-12-22) Topics: Constantine, Paganism, Church History, Churches Built on Cemeteries, Pray to Saints, Pagan Temples, Fountain Washing, Roman Basilica, Christian Basilica, Constantine’s Altars, Clergy, Eucharist, Communion, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Hebrews 9-10

Link to "A Church Building Every 1/2 Mile": https://www.amazon.com/Church-Building-Every-Mile-Christianity/dp/097652225X

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]]> Topics: Constantine, Paganism, Church History, Churches Built on Cemeteries, Pray to Saints, Pagan Temples, Fountain Washing, Roman Basilica, Christian Basilica, Constantine’s Altars, Clergy, Eucharist, Communion, 1 Corinthians 11-14, Hebrews 9-10

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11487961 Wed, 12 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0500 3382 151 full false Should Christians Go to Church? (10-9-22) Should Christians Go to Church? (10-9-22) Topics: Church, Hebrews 10:25, Exodus 20:8, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Remember the Sabbath, Go to Church, Clemente of Alexandria, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Constantine, Pagan Tradition, Necromancy, Pray to the Saints, Church Buildings, Synagogue, Temple, Churches in Revelation, Sabbath Rest, Colossians 2:16, Romans 14:5, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Topics: Church, Hebrews 10:25, Exodus 20:8, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Remember the Sabbath, Go to Church, Clemente of Alexandria, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Constantine, Pagan Tradition, Necromancy, Pray to the Saints, Church Buildings, Synagogue, Temple, Churches in Revelation, Sabbath Rest, Colossians 2:16, Romans 14:5, 1 Corinthians 11-14

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11466543 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0500 4867 150 full false Is the Bible Alive and Active? (10-5-22) Is the Bible Alive and Active? (10-5-22) Topics: The Word, Word of God, Alive and Active, Hebrews 4:12, John 1:1-2, Logos, Logon, The Spirit of Jesus, That Which is Said, Rightly Divide, Preach the Word, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 4:2, Islam, Muhammed, Quran

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]]> Topics: The Word, Word of God, Alive and Active, Hebrews 4:12, John 1:1-2, Logos, Logon, The Spirit of Jesus, That Which is Said, Rightly Divide, Preach the Word, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 4:2, Islam, Muhammed, Quran

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11444687 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2262 149 full false Do the Red Heifers Indicate End Times Prophecy? (10-2-22) Do the Red Heifers Indicate End Times Prophecy? (10-2-22) Topics: Red Heifers, End Times, Prophecy, Third Temple, Israel, Eschatology, Solomon’s Temple, Second Temple, AD70, Numbers 19, Bovine Cow, Perfect Hair, Jerusalem September 2022, 2 Chronicles 7:14, If My People, Forgive Sins, Heal Your Land, Hebrews 9, Hebrews 10, Hebrews 13, Sacrifices I Did Not Desire, A Body Prepared, Hebrews 10:26-29, Antichrist, Lawless One

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]]> Topics: Red Heifers, End Times, Prophecy, Third Temple, Israel, Eschatology, Solomon’s Temple, Second Temple, AD70, Numbers 19, Bovine Cow, Perfect Hair, Jerusalem September 2022, 2 Chronicles 7:14, If My People, Forgive Sins, Heal Your Land, Hebrews 9, Hebrews 10, Hebrews 13, Sacrifices I Did Not Desire, A Body Prepared, Hebrews 10:26-29, Antichrist, Lawless One

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11423139 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3134 148 full false Do Christians Need Jesus? (9-30-22) Do Christians Need Jesus? (9-30-22) Topics: God First, Devotion, Prayer, Commitment, Dedication, Socrates, John the Baptist Beheaded, The Sixth Sense, Isaiah Sown in Half, Vine and Branches, John 15, Matthew 6, Seek First the Kingdom and Righteousness, Pursue Jesus, Fall Fresh 

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]]> Topics: God First, Devotion, Prayer, Commitment, Dedication, Socrates, John the Baptist Beheaded, The Sixth Sense, Isaiah Sown in Half, Vine and Branches, John 15, Matthew 6, Seek First the Kingdom and Righteousness, Pursue Jesus, Fall Fresh 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11415869 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2635 147 full false Do Christians Forgive to Be Forgiven? (9-28-22) Do Christians Forgive to Be Forgiven? (9-28-22) Topics: Forgiveness, Forgiving Others, Matthew 6:14-15, If you don’t forgive others God won’t forgive you, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:32, Matthew 18, 70 x 7, Choose to Forgive, Ministry of the Spirit

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]]> Topics: Forgiveness, Forgiving Others, Matthew 6:14-15, If you don’t forgive others God won’t forgive you, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:32, Matthew 18, 70 x 7, Choose to Forgive, Ministry of the Spirit

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11401229 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0500 2405 146 full false Does God Kill People for Sinning? (9-25-22) Does God Kill People for Sinning? (9-25-22) Topics: Sins, Sinning, Wages of Sin. Death, Death in Old Testament, Death in New Testament, John 1:29, Atonement, Propitiation, Romans 2:4, 5:1,9, 6:23, License to Sin, Peter Cut off Ear, John 18, Ananias and Sapphira, Acts 5:1-11 

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]]> Topics: Sins, Sinning, Wages of Sin. Death, Death in Old Testament, Death in New Testament, John 1:29, Atonement, Propitiation, Romans 2:4, 5:1,9, 6:23, License to Sin, Peter Cut off Ear, John 18, Ananias and Sapphira, Acts 5:1-11 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11380788 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3648 145 full false What Was the Thorn in Paul's Flesh? (9-23-22) What Was the Thorn in Paul's Flesh? (9-23-22) Topics: 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 11:22, 2 Corinthians 10-12, Messenger of Satan, Pretentious Arguments, Judge by Appearances, Masquerading as Servants of Righteousness, Boast in the Lord, Super Apostles, Trained Speaker, My Grace is Sufficient, Boast About Weaknesses, Fool for the Lord, Church 

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]]> Topics: 2 Corinthians 12:7, 2 Corinthians 11:22, 2 Corinthians 10-12, Messenger of Satan, Pretentious Arguments, Judge by Appearances, Masquerading as Servants of Righteousness, Boast in the Lord, Super Apostles, Trained Speaker, My Grace is Sufficient, Boast About Weaknesses, Fool for the Lord, Church 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11374813 Fri, 23 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1951 144 full false Matt McMillen Is Not a Universalist (9-21-22) Matt McMillen Is Not a Universalist (9-21-22) Topics: Universalism, Christian Universalism, Choosing to Believe, Evangelism, Warnings About Hell, All the World is Not Saved, Be Reconciled, Ministry of Reconciliation, 1 John 2:2, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, The Flesh, Sinful Nature, False Humility, Even the Demons Believe, Acts 26, Paul and King Agrippa, Sanctification

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]]> Topics: Universalism, Christian Universalism, Choosing to Believe, Evangelism, Warnings About Hell, All the World is Not Saved, Be Reconciled, Ministry of Reconciliation, 1 John 2:2, 2 Corinthians 5:18-20, The Flesh, Sinful Nature, False Humility, Even the Demons Believe, Acts 26, Paul and King Agrippa, Sanctification

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11360983 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 11:00:00 -0500 2985 143 full false Should We Throw Away the Old Testament? (9-18-22) Should We Throw Away the Old Testament? (9-18-22) Topics: Old Testament, New Testament, Old Covenant, New Covenant, Matthew 9, Hebrews 7-10, Christ is the Mediator, Old Garments, Old Wineskins, Balance Law and Grace, 2 Corinthians 3, Ministry of Death, Ministry of Life, Antinomianism 

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]]> Topics: Old Testament, New Testament, Old Covenant, New Covenant, Matthew 9, Hebrews 7-10, Christ is the Mediator, Old Garments, Old Wineskins, Balance Law and Grace, 2 Corinthians 3, Ministry of Death, Ministry of Life, Antinomianism 

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11339616 Sun, 18 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3898 142 full false Does God Forgive Intentional Sins? (9-14-22) Does God Forgive Intentional Sins? (9-14-22) Topics: Deliberate Sin, Hebrews 10:26, Practice Sin, Hebrews 10:26-29, No Sacrifice Left, Fire and Judgment, Enemies of God, Trample on the Son of God, Treated the Covenant as Unholy, Insulted Spirit of Grace, Willing Sins, Living in Sin, Behavior-Focused, Cross-Focused, Slap God in Face, 1 John 3:6-7, 1 John 4:17, Confess Sins, Repent, Romans 6:1-2

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]]> Topics: Deliberate Sin, Hebrews 10:26, Practice Sin, Hebrews 10:26-29, No Sacrifice Left, Fire and Judgment, Enemies of God, Trample on the Son of God, Treated the Covenant as Unholy, Insulted Spirit of Grace, Willing Sins, Living in Sin, Behavior-Focused, Cross-Focused, Slap God in Face, 1 John 3:6-7, 1 John 4:17, Confess Sins, Repent, Romans 6:1-2

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11319666 Wed, 14 Sep 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3462 141 full false What Does the Parable of the Sower Mean? (9-11-22) What Does the Parable of the Sower Mean? (9-11-22) Topics: Matthew 13, Parable of the Sower, Scattered Seed, Farmer, Field, The Word, Logon, Logos, Kingdom of God, Fell Along the Path, Fell on Rocky Ground, Fell Among the Thorns, Fell on Good Soil, Fallen Away, Galatians 5:4, Hebrews 6:4-6

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]]> Topics: Matthew 13, Parable of the Sower, Scattered Seed, Farmer, Field, The Word, Logon, Logos, Kingdom of God, Fell Along the Path, Fell on Rocky Ground, Fell Among the Thorns, Fell on Good Soil, Fallen Away, Galatians 5:4, Hebrews 6:4-6

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11298906 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2729 140 full false Should There Be Hierarchies in Church? (9-4-22) Should There Be Hierarchies in Church? (9-4-22) Topics: Church History, Pastors, Pulpits, Clergy, Laity, Constantine, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Sit on 12 Thrones, Judge the Twelve Tribes, Matthew 19, Matthew 20, Matthew 20:25-26, Lord it Over Them, Exercise Authority, 1 Peter 4-5, Serve One Another, Infant Baptism

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]]> Topics: Church History, Pastors, Pulpits, Clergy, Laity, Constantine, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Sit on 12 Thrones, Judge the Twelve Tribes, Matthew 19, Matthew 20, Matthew 20:25-26, Lord it Over Them, Exercise Authority, 1 Peter 4-5, Serve One Another, Infant Baptism

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11258573 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0500 3211 138 full false Will Blood Be On Your Hands? (9-1-22) Will Blood Be On Your Hands? (9-1-22) Topics: Blood, Ezekiel 3:18, Warn the Wicked, Isaiah 59:3, Bloodstained Hands, The Blood of Jesus, Bought by Blood, Redeemed and Forgiven, Peace with God, Justified and Saved from the Wrath of God, Propitiation, Consciences Cleansed, Freed From Sin, Colossians 1:20, Acts 20:28, Romans 5:9, Ephesians 1:7, 1 John 2, Hebrews 9:14, Hebrews 10:19, Hebrews 13:12, Revelation 1:5

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]]> Topics: Blood, Ezekiel 3:18, Warn the Wicked, Isaiah 59:3, Bloodstained Hands, The Blood of Jesus, Bought by Blood, Redeemed and Forgiven, Peace with God, Justified and Saved from the Wrath of God, Propitiation, Consciences Cleansed, Freed From Sin, Colossians 1:20, Acts 20:28, Romans 5:9, Ephesians 1:7, 1 John 2, Hebrews 9:14, Hebrews 10:19, Hebrews 13:12, Revelation 1:5

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11245901 Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:00:00 -0500 3005 137 full false Why Did Jesus Teach Us to Hate Others? (8-28-22) Why Did Jesus Teach Us to Hate Others? (8-28-22) Topics: Luke 14:26, Hate Father and Mother and Wife and Children and Brother and Sister and Yourself, Carry Your Cross, Disciple, Discipleship, Discipline, Count the Cost, Peace Terms from Delegate, Luke 14:26-33, Vine and Branches (Walk Talks Episode 136)

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]]> Topics: Luke 14:26, Hate Father and Mother and Wife and Children and Brother and Sister and Yourself, Carry Your Cross, Disciple, Discipleship, Discipline, Count the Cost, Peace Terms from Delegate, Luke 14:26-33, Vine and Branches (Walk Talks Episode 136)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11217104 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0500 2529 136 full false Why Tithing Guilt Needs to Stop (8-26-22) Why Tithing Guilt Needs to Stop (8-26-22) Topics: Tithe, Tithing, Giving, Church, Guilt, Pressure, Manipulation, Malachi 3:10, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Give From the Heart, Give Freely, Freedom, Covenant Differences, Check Your Heart, Obedient

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11209454 Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3236 135 full false The Truth About Priests (8-21-22) The Truth About Priests (8-21-22) Topics: Priests, Melchizedek, Levitical Priest, Abraham Tithed, Genesis 14, Jacob Tithe, Malachi 3, Blood of Animals, Blood of Jesus, Atonement, Propitiation, Hebrews 4-10, Great High Priest, Royal Priesthood, 1 Peter 2:9

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]]> Topics: Priests, Melchizedek, Levitical Priest, Abraham Tithed, Genesis 14, Jacob Tithe, Malachi 3, Blood of Animals, Blood of Jesus, Atonement, Propitiation, Hebrews 4-10, Great High Priest, Royal Priesthood, 1 Peter 2:9

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11173672 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500 4776 134 full false 3 Lies About Satan (8-19-22) 3 Lies About Satan (8-19-22) Topics: Satan, Demons, Revelation 12, Luke 10, Fall Like Lightening, Demonic Possession, Satan and Job, Roams the Earth, Angel of Light, Sleep Paralysis, Genesis 3:15, Woman’s Offspring, Crush Snake’s Head, Mark 9, Mark 16, 1 Peter 5:8, Like a Roaring Lion, Evil One Cannot Touch You, 1 John 5:18, 1 John 3:8, Destroy the Work of the Devil, Colossians 2:15, Accuser of the Brethren, Demon Casting (Walk Talks Episode 133)

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]]> Topics: Satan, Demons, Revelation 12, Luke 10, Fall Like Lightening, Demonic Possession, Satan and Job, Roams the Earth, Angel of Light, Sleep Paralysis, Genesis 3:15, Woman’s Offspring, Crush Snake’s Head, Mark 9, Mark 16, 1 Peter 5:8, Like a Roaring Lion, Evil One Cannot Touch You, 1 John 5:18, 1 John 3:8, Destroy the Work of the Devil, Colossians 2:15, Accuser of the Brethren, Demon Casting (Walk Talks Episode 133)

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11166929 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3237 133 full false Why Are There Pulpits in Church? (8-17-22) Why Are There Pulpits in Church? (8-17-22) Topics: Pulpit, Pastor, Church, Nehemiah 8:4, Ezra, Woden Platform, Podium, Traditions of Man, Mark 7:9, 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Corinthians 11, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Body of Christ, He is the Head, Commandments of Jesus, Colossians 1:18, Elders, Deacons, Paul the Apostle

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]]> Topics: Pulpit, Pastor, Church, Nehemiah 8:4, Ezra, Woden Platform, Podium, Traditions of Man, Mark 7:9, 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Corinthians 11, Ignatius of Antioch, Cyprian of Carthage, Body of Christ, He is the Head, Commandments of Jesus, Colossians 1:18, Elders, Deacons, Paul the Apostle

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11155458 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3784 132 full false Pastors Are Not Church Leaders (8-14-22) Pastors Are Not Church Leaders (8-14-22) Topics: Pastors, Church, The Body of Christ, Use Gifts to Serve, Obey Your Leaders, Hebrews 13:17, Ephesians 4:11, Shepherd, Overseer, Ecclesia, Ignatius of Antioch, Assembly, Congregation, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, 1 Peter 4:10, Acts 7:48, Acts 17:24

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Church, The Body of Christ, Use Gifts to Serve, Obey Your Leaders, Hebrews 13:17, Ephesians 4:11, Shepherd, Overseer, Ecclesia, Ignatius of Antioch, Assembly, Congregation, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, 1 Peter 4:10, Acts 7:48, Acts 17:24

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11134791 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 10:00:00 -0500 3578 131 full false How Do I Know I Love Jesus? (8-12-22) How Do I Know I Love Jesus? (8-12-22) Topics: Love Jesus, False Conversion, Fear or Hypocrisy, God’s Love Poured into our Hearts, Romans 5:5, Incorruptible Love, Undying Love, Ephesians 6:24, If God Were Your Father, John 8:24, Children of God, John 1:12-13, Cause You to Walk in My Ways, Ezekiel 36:27, If You Don’t Love the Lord, 1 Corinthians 16:22

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]]> Topics: Love Jesus, False Conversion, Fear or Hypocrisy, God’s Love Poured into our Hearts, Romans 5:5, Incorruptible Love, Undying Love, Ephesians 6:24, If God Were Your Father, John 8:24, Children of God, John 1:12-13, Cause You to Walk in My Ways, Ezekiel 36:27, If You Don’t Love the Lord, 1 Corinthians 16:22

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11128511 Fri, 12 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500 3127 130 full false 3 Facts About Prayer (8-10-22) 3 Facts About Prayer (8-10-22) Topics: Prayer, Romans 8:26, Holy Spirit Intercedes, Wordless Groans, 1 Peter 3:7, Hindered Prayers, God doesn’t hear the prayers of sinners, Doesn’t Listen to Sinner, John 9:31, Luke 18, Healed the Blindman

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]]> Topics: Prayer, Romans 8:26, Holy Spirit Intercedes, Wordless Groans, 1 Peter 3:7, Hindered Prayers, God doesn’t hear the prayers of sinners, Doesn’t Listen to Sinner, John 9:31, Luke 18, Healed the Blindman

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11115838 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 12:00:00 -0500 2789 129 full false 3 Errors About Prayer (7-31-22) 3 Errors About Prayer (7-31-22) Prayer, Pray in the Spirit, Ephesians 6:18, Pray in Tongues, Luke 18:10-14, Pharisee and Tax Collector at Temple, Favoritism, Romans 2:11, Acts 10:34, The Lord’s Prayer, John 17, Romans 8:28, The Prayers of Jesus

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]]> Prayer, Pray in the Spirit, Ephesians 6:18, Pray in Tongues, Luke 18:10-14, Pharisee and Tax Collector at Temple, Favoritism, Romans 2:11, Acts 10:34, The Lord’s Prayer, John 17, Romans 8:28, The Prayers of Jesus

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]]> Matt McMillen Buzzsprout-11056872 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0500 3927 128 full false How Do I Do the Will of God? (7-29-22) How Do I Do the Will of God? (7-29-22) Topics: God’s Will, The Will of God, The Will of the Father, The Work of God, Matthew 7:21, Matthew 7:21-23, John 6:29,40, A Body Prepared, False Prophets, Apostasy, Lord and Savior, Lord Lord

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]]> Topics: God’s Will, The Will of God, The Will of the Father, The Work of God, Matthew 7:21, Matthew 7:21-23, John 6:29,40, A Body Prepared, False Prophets, Apostasy, Lord and Savior, Lord Lord

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]]> Matt McMillen 08c01ea7-8cf3-456b-a0c9-f8f44264d335 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 12:42:50 -0500 2892 127 full false Can Christians Be Doers of the Law? (7-27-22) Can Christians Be Doers of the Law? (7-27-22) Topics: Doers of the Law, Hearers of the Law, Doers of the Word, Romans 2:12, Romans 2:13, Romans 1-5, Romans 7, James 1:22, Sinners, Atheism, Depraved Minds, Not one Righteous, 1 John 3:7, Practice Righteousness, Ministry of the Spirit, Judged by the Law, Hebrew Roots, Covenant Mixture Theology, Law is the Power of Sin

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]]> Topics: Doers of the Law, Hearers of the Law, Doers of the Word, Romans 2:12, Romans 2:13, Romans 1-5, Romans 7, James 1:22, Sinners, Atheism, Depraved Minds, Not one Righteous, 1 John 3:7, Practice Righteousness, Ministry of the Spirit, Judged by the Law, Hebrew Roots, Covenant Mixture Theology, Law is the Power of Sin

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]]> Matt McMillen c38bbdb5-7901-4128-9ae4-54db106b632b Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:54:49 -0500 2857 126 full false Can a Christian "Put God First"? (7-24-22) Can a Christian "Put God First"? (7-24-22) Topics: God First, Put God First, Make God Number One, Seek First His Righteousness, Matthew 6:33, Sermon On the Mount, Matthew 5-7, Galatians 1-5, Hebrews 4:11, Hebrews 1:3, Hebrews 10:26-29, Hebrews 11, Great Cloud of Witnesses, Vine and Branches, Abundant Life

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]]> Topics: God First, Put God First, Make God Number One, Seek First His Righteousness, Matthew 6:33, Sermon On the Mount, Matthew 5-7, Galatians 1-5, Hebrews 4:11, Hebrews 1:3, Hebrews 10:26-29, Hebrews 11, Great Cloud of Witnesses, Vine and Branches, Abundant Life

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]]> Matt McMillen 032e8171-f25f-40c6-8a3e-f71df3c0f9ec Sun, 24 Jul 2022 12:23:57 -0500 2879 125 full false Does the Holy Spirit Convict Christians of Sin? (7-20-22) Does the Holy Spirit Convict Christians of Sin? (7-20-22) Topics: Sin, Holy Spirit, Convicted of Sin, Convicted of Righteousness, Sinners, Islam, Mohammed, Cults, Chiefs of Sinners, John 16:6-9, John 16, Gift of Righteousness, Romans 2:5, Romans 5:17, Practice Sin, Practice Righteousness, 1 John 3:7, Acts 2:38, Water Baptism

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]]> Topics: Sin, Holy Spirit, Convicted of Sin, Convicted of Righteousness, Sinners, Islam, Mohammed, Cults, Chiefs of Sinners, John 16:6-9, John 16, Gift of Righteousness, Romans 2:5, Romans 5:17, Practice Sin, Practice Righteousness, 1 John 3:7, Acts 2:38, Water Baptism

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]]> Matt McMillen 21fbc222-443d-418f-ace7-1863f3b514cb Wed, 20 Jul 2022 11:45:47 -0500 2636 124 full false Can a Christian Practice Sin? (7-17-22) Can a Christian Practice Sin? (7-17-22) Topics: Practice Sin, Continue Sinning, Practice of Sinning, 1 John 3:1, 1 John 3:2, 1 John 3:4, 1 John 3:5, 1 John 3:6, 1 John 3:7, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 3:9, 1 John 1, 1 John 2, 1 John 3, 1 John 3:1-10, Practice Righteousness, Willing Sins, Sin is Transgressions of the Law, First John, God's Seed Abides in Them, God's Seed, Seed of Abraham, Galatians 3:16, Galatians 3:29

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]]> Topics: Practice Sin, Continue Sinning, Practice of Sinning, 1 John 3:1, 1 John 3:2, 1 John 3:4, 1 John 3:5, 1 John 3:6, 1 John 3:7, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 3:9, 1 John 1, 1 John 2, 1 John 3, 1 John 3:1-10, Practice Righteousness, Willing Sins, Sin is Transgressions of the Law, First John, God's Seed Abides in Them, God's Seed, Seed of Abraham, Galatians 3:16, Galatians 3:29

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]]> Matt McMillen 93fa6457-29e4-4a80-90a4-447a417b49a5 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 12:28:18 -0500 3242 123 full false Did God Kill Ananias and Sapphira? (7-15-22) Did God Kill Ananias and Sapphira? (7-15-22) Topics: Ananias, Sapphira, Acts 5:1-11, The Wrath of God, Deuteronomy 8, Matthew 6, Luke 16, Serve God and Money, Camel Through the Eye of a Needle, Prosperity Preachers, Social Gospel, Sell Everything, Peter’s Tendencies

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]]> Topics: Ananias, Sapphira, Acts 5:1-11, The Wrath of God, Deuteronomy 8, Matthew 6, Luke 16, Serve God and Money, Camel Through the Eye of a Needle, Prosperity Preachers, Social Gospel, Sell Everything, Peter’s Tendencies

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]]> Matt McMillen b33d0b78-74f4-488e-aec6-4c161013bd68 Fri, 15 Jul 2022 12:21:19 -0500 2569 122 full false Will Christians Stand and Give an Account? (7-13-22) Will Christians Stand and Give an Account? (7-13-22) Topics: Judgment Day, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 14:10, Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 3, Two Judgments, Bema Seat, Great White Throne, Reward of Inheritance, Colossians 3:24, John 5:24, John 17:22, Rewards, Faith Without Works, James 1, James 2, James 3:1, Heaven, Give an Account, Matthew 20, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Crowns, Crown of Life, Casting Crows

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]]> Topics: Judgment Day, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 14:10, Romans 14:12, 2 Corinthians 3, Two Judgments, Bema Seat, Great White Throne, Reward of Inheritance, Colossians 3:24, John 5:24, John 17:22, Rewards, Faith Without Works, James 1, James 2, James 3:1, Heaven, Give an Account, Matthew 20, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Crowns, Crown of Life, Casting Crows

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]]> Matt McMillen 78121e7b-dc73-4e10-ad3e-d166a467fe08 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 12:47:37 -0500 3798 121 full false What Evidence Proves I'm Saved? (7-10-22) What Evidence Proves I'm Saved? (7-10-22) Topics: Repent And Believe, Produce Fruit, Repentance, Fear of the Lord, Test Yourself, Evidence of Faith, Fruit Unto Death, Mark 1:15, Proverbs 9, 1 John 4, Philippians 2, 2 Corinthians 13, Work Out Your Salvation, Fear and Trembling, Perfect Love Casts Out Fear, Discipline of God

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]]> Topics: Repent And Believe, Produce Fruit, Repentance, Fear of the Lord, Test Yourself, Evidence of Faith, Fruit Unto Death, Mark 1:15, Proverbs 9, 1 John 4, Philippians 2, 2 Corinthians 13, Work Out Your Salvation, Fear and Trembling, Perfect Love Casts Out Fear, Discipline of God

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]]> Matt McMillen bb80e7fb-96f0-4c98-b64e-c691c270774b Sun, 10 Jul 2022 12:59:24 -0500 4319 120 full false Do Christians Have Sin in Our Hearts? (7-8-22) Do Christians Have Sin in Our Hearts? (7-8-22) Topics: Wicked Heart, Sinful Heart, Deceitful Heart, Power of Sin, Hamartia, Jeremiah 17, Proverbs 6, Genesis 8, Ezekiel 36, 2 Corinthians 5, Romans 6, Obedient From the Heart, The New Creation

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]]> Topics: Wicked Heart, Sinful Heart, Deceitful Heart, Power of Sin, Hamartia, Jeremiah 17, Proverbs 6, Genesis 8, Ezekiel 36, 2 Corinthians 5, Romans 6, Obedient From the Heart, The New Creation

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]]> Matt McMillen af5b6075-eeef-4b62-8599-50c801472102 Fri, 08 Jul 2022 13:23:45 -0500 3176 119 full false 3 Facts About Our Christian Freedom 3 Facts About Our Christian Freedom Topics: Mosaic Law, The Power of Sin, Do What You Want, The Flesh, Sinful Nature, Galatian 5:1, Galatians 5:16-17, John 8, 2 Peter 1, Sinners, Saints, NIV Translation (Walk Talks Episode 118)

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]]> Topics: Mosaic Law, The Power of Sin, Do What You Want, The Flesh, Sinful Nature, Galatian 5:1, Galatians 5:16-17, John 8, 2 Peter 1, Sinners, Saints, NIV Translation (Walk Talks Episode 118)

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]]> Matt Buzzsprout-10911317 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 18:00:00 -0500 3010 118 full false Does God Send Backsliders to Hell? Does God Send Backsliders to Hell? Topics: Backslide, Backslider, Hell, Proverbs 15, Isaiah 57, Covenant Differences, Branches Cut Off, Blot Out Your Name, Fallen Away Turn From the Faith, Apostasy, Do What You Want, Live Like The Devil, Walk by the Flesh (Walk Talk Episode 117)

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]]> Topics: Backslide, Backslider, Hell, Proverbs 15, Isaiah 57, Covenant Differences, Branches Cut Off, Blot Out Your Name, Fallen Away Turn From the Faith, Apostasy, Do What You Want, Live Like The Devil, Walk by the Flesh (Walk Talk Episode 117)

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]]> Matt Buzzsprout-10911295 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 18:00:00 -0500 3065 117 full true What if I'm Not One of the Elect? (6-29-22) What if I'm Not One of the Elect? (6-29-22) Topics: The Elect, Rapture, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Mark 13, Election, Elect Deceived, Romans 8-12, Revelation 13, Predestination, Sins Left Unpunished, Rewards, Wood Hay Stubble

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]]> Topics: The Elect, Rapture, Matthew 24, Luke 21, Mark 13, Election, Elect Deceived, Romans 8-12, Revelation 13, Predestination, Sins Left Unpunished, Rewards, Wood Hay Stubble

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]]> Matt McMillen 5168abe9-fc78-4548-9f56-049ddbd92f60 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:46:37 -0500 2622 116 full false Do Christians Have to Be on Fire for God? (6-26-22) Do Christians Have to Be on Fire for God? (6-26-22) Topics: Lukewarm, On Fire, Revelation 3, Spit out of God’s Mouth, Spew You Out, Repent, I Know Your Deeds, Hot or Cold, Church Camp, Revivals, Matthew 3, Acts 2, Baptize With Fire, Nepotism, Apostasy, Leave the Church, Laodicea, The Flesh, Galatians 5

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]]> Topics: Lukewarm, On Fire, Revelation 3, Spit out of God’s Mouth, Spew You Out, Repent, I Know Your Deeds, Hot or Cold, Church Camp, Revivals, Matthew 3, Acts 2, Baptize With Fire, Nepotism, Apostasy, Leave the Church, Laodicea, The Flesh, Galatians 5

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]]> Matt McMillen 7131660c-b371-4b6a-9df7-ac962f26b4da Sun, 26 Jun 2022 11:49:59 -0500 2942 115 full false 5 Errors About Lacking Faith (6-22-22) 5 Errors About Lacking Faith (6-22-22) Topics: Faith, Miracles, Believe, Lack of Faith, Faith "of" Jesus, Romans 3:22, Keep the Faith, Matthew 13:58, 2 Timothy 4, Increase Your Faith, Preach the Word

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]]> Topics: Faith, Miracles, Believe, Lack of Faith, Faith "of" Jesus, Romans 3:22, Keep the Faith, Matthew 13:58, 2 Timothy 4, Increase Your Faith, Preach the Word

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]]> Matt McMillen 4ed31780-f24f-4ad9-9d94-511266f78bfb Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:08:08 -0500 2483 114 full false Does a Changed Life Prove You're Born Again? (6-19-22) Does a Changed Life Prove You're Born Again? (6-19-22) Topics: Born Again, John 3, 1 Peter 1, Evidence of Salvation, Believe, Water and Spirit, Nicodemus, Even the Demons Believe, Water Baptism, Repent and be Baptized, Acts 2:38

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]]> Topics: Born Again, John 3, 1 Peter 1, Evidence of Salvation, Believe, Water and Spirit, Nicodemus, Even the Demons Believe, Water Baptism, Repent and be Baptized, Acts 2:38

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]]> Matt McMillen 7e61b678-f509-4756-a1d2-85ee094b6e5e Sun, 19 Jun 2022 12:31:30 -0500 2571 113 full false Do Christians Produce Fruit? (6-15-22) Do Christians Produce Fruit? (6-15-22) Topics: Vine and Branches, Fruit of the Spirit, Fruit Inspectors, Tree Known by Its Fruit, Tree Vs. Branch, John 15, Matthew 3, Mark 11, Romans 7, Fruit of Death, Branch Lifted Up

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]]> Topics: Vine and Branches, Fruit of the Spirit, Fruit Inspectors, Tree Known by Its Fruit, Tree Vs. Branch, John 15, Matthew 3, Mark 11, Romans 7, Fruit of Death, Branch Lifted Up

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]]> Matt McMillen d1a3db1c-2a73-40a8-a29d-c6684795b36a Wed, 15 Jun 2022 12:12:56 -0500 2541 112 full false Can Christians Go and Sin No More? (6-12-22) Can Christians Go and Sin No More? (6-12-22) Topics: Sin No More, Woman Caught in Adultery, John 8, Sin, Repent of Sins, Repent for Forgiveness, Ask for Forgiveness, Condemn, Day of Atonement

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]]> Topics: Sin No More, Woman Caught in Adultery, John 8, Sin, Repent of Sins, Repent for Forgiveness, Ask for Forgiveness, Condemn, Day of Atonement

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]]> Matt McMillen 648749b8-cbc3-4f56-81e5-cc27232d9d48 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:46:51 -0500 2266 111 full false Do We Stop Sinning to Be Saved? (6-10-22) Do We Stop Sinning to Be Saved? (6-10-22) Topics: Repent of Your Sins, Sinful Lifestyle, Jonah, Nineveh, Matthew 12, Luke 11, Scribes and Pharisees, Repent

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]]> Topics: Repent of Your Sins, Sinful Lifestyle, Jonah, Nineveh, Matthew 12, Luke 11, Scribes and Pharisees, Repent

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]]> Matt McMillen 6d0294ee-ee22-4cf2-8c2f-b5f0397f9bb9 Fri, 10 Jun 2022 13:36:20 -0500 1855 110 full false 3 Errors About the Holy Spirit (6-8-22) 3 Errors About the Holy Spirit (6-8-22) Topics: Holy Spirit, Conviction of the Holy Spirit, Convicted of Sin, Grieve the Spirit, Anger of God, Lose Fellowship, John 16, Ephesians 4, 1 John 1, Sin, Righteousness

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]]> Topics: Holy Spirit, Conviction of the Holy Spirit, Convicted of Sin, Grieve the Spirit, Anger of God, Lose Fellowship, John 16, Ephesians 4, 1 John 1, Sin, Righteousness

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]]> Matt McMillen dda72f2d-4266-487c-998d-adb312b4055d Wed, 08 Jun 2022 12:19:43 -0500 2802 109 full false Is God Angry at Us? (6-5-22) Is God Angry at Us? (6-5-22) Topics: Wrath of God, God’s Anger, Jeremiah 31, Hebrews 8, Romans 5, The New Covenant, Sin, Heap up Sin, Abhors the Wicked, Remember Their Sins, Be Reconciled, 2 Corinthians 5

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]]> Topics: Wrath of God, God’s Anger, Jeremiah 31, Hebrews 8, Romans 5, The New Covenant, Sin, Heap up Sin, Abhors the Wicked, Remember Their Sins, Be Reconciled, 2 Corinthians 5

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]]> Matt McMillen 6726dc15-5740-4e6e-be02-773b9f6214aa Sun, 05 Jun 2022 11:21:21 -0500 2502 108 full false Does Repenting of Our Sins Save Us? (6-1-22) Does Repenting of Our Sins Save Us? (6-1-22) Topics: Repent, Acts 2:38, Deliberate Sin, Turn From Your Sun, Repentance, Repent the Kingdom is Near, Matthew 3-4, Hebrews 10:26, Hebrews 6, Water Baptism, Metanoeo, Metanoia

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]]> Topics: Repent, Acts 2:38, Deliberate Sin, Turn From Your Sun, Repentance, Repent the Kingdom is Near, Matthew 3-4, Hebrews 10:26, Hebrews 6, Water Baptism, Metanoeo, Metanoia

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]]> Matt McMillen 4c86b5cf-91aa-461b-bc79-2085c85c95d1 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:30:44 -0500 3310 107 full false Is It Too Late for Me to Be Saved? (5-29-22) Is It Too Late for Me to Be Saved? (5-29-22) Topics: Sin, Lifestyle of Sin, Living in Sin, Faith Without Works, Works, Salvation, Repent, Good News, James 2, Faith Without Works, Rewards in Heaven

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]]> Topics: Sin, Lifestyle of Sin, Living in Sin, Faith Without Works, Works, Salvation, Repent, Good News, James 2, Faith Without Works, Rewards in Heaven

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]]> Matt McMillen 660a6554-f3c9-4987-abff-1aa269d40131 Sun, 29 May 2022 14:45:29 -0500 3580 106 full false Has the Law Been Abolished? (5-27-22) Has the Law Been Abolished? (5-27-22) Topics: Law of Moses, Law Abolished, Law Fulfilled, Matthew 5:17, Matthew 17, Ephesians 2, Colossians 2, Romans 3,4,7, End of the Law, Commandments, Israel

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]]> Topics: Law of Moses, Law Abolished, Law Fulfilled, Matthew 5:17, Matthew 17, Ephesians 2, Colossians 2, Romans 3,4,7, End of the Law, Commandments, Israel

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]]> Matt McMillen eb4d8a41-c56f-46d6-a200-6c7638126e1b Fri, 27 May 2022 12:54:56 -0500 2705 105 full false Can Women Be Pastors? (5-25-22) Can Women Be Pastors? (5-25-22) Topics: Women Pastors, Pastor, Pastors, Church History, Female Pastor, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Timothy 3, Elders, 1 Corinthians 11, 1 Corinthians 14, Prophesying, Head Covering, Ignatius of Antioch, Complementarianism

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]]> Topics: Women Pastors, Pastor, Pastors, Church History, Female Pastor, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Timothy 3, Elders, 1 Corinthians 11, 1 Corinthians 14, Prophesying, Head Covering, Ignatius of Antioch, Complementarianism

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]]> Matt McMillen b32816fd-80b2-476a-920d-efc951cb00ce Wed, 25 May 2022 12:44:32 -0500 2780 104 full false Are There Different Levels of God's Anointing? (5-22-22) Are There Different Levels of God's Anointing? (5-22-22) Topics: Topics: Anoint, Anointing, Anointed, God’s Anointing, Special Anointing, Gifted, Gifts, Shadows, Shadows of Jesus, Colossians 2, 1 John 2:20, Parable of the Ten Virgins, Matthew 25, James 5:14, Anoint With oil

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]]> Topics: Topics: Anoint, Anointing, Anointed, God’s Anointing, Special Anointing, Gifted, Gifts, Shadows, Shadows of Jesus, Colossians 2, 1 John 2:20, Parable of the Ten Virgins, Matthew 25, James 5:14, Anoint With oil

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]]> Matt McMillen 714a85ee-c30f-4414-b239-3be27f3bea8f Sun, 22 May 2022 13:05:52 -0500 2350 103 full false Why Do People Hate Grace? (5-20-22) Why Do People Hate Grace? (5-20-22) Topics: Hyper Grace, Cheap Grace, Abuse Grace, Jesus Is Grace, Titus 2:11-12, Forgiven and Righteous, Life in Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen 65ce7bd0-5c9c-46c7-84b5-8f1627ffa6f8 Fri, 20 May 2022 12:35:59 -0500 2863 102 full false 3 Errors About Sanctification (5-18-22) 3 Errors About Sanctification (5-18-22) Topics: Sanctification, Sanctify, Justification, Hebrews 10:10, Hebrews 10:14, Hebrews 13:12, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Conformed, 1 John 4:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Process of Sanctification, Predestination, Romans 8

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]]> Topics: Sanctification, Sanctify, Justification, Hebrews 10:10, Hebrews 10:14, Hebrews 13:12, 1 Corinthians 6:11, Conformed, 1 John 4:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Process of Sanctification, Predestination, Romans 8

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]]> Matt McMillen 16e384e8-3892-4ff3-a0af-545292632d38 Wed, 18 May 2022 12:56:48 -0500 1604 101 full false Who Truly Has Itching Ears? (5-15-22) Who Truly Has Itching Ears? (5-15-22) Topics: Itching Ears, Ear Ticking, 2 Timothy, 2 Timothy 4:3, 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Timothy 4:2-4, Sound Doctrine, 1 Corinthians 2, Preach The Word, The Word, Turned From The Truth, 2 Timothy 3:16, Scripture is God Breathed, 2 Peter 3

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]]> Topics: Itching Ears, Ear Ticking, 2 Timothy, 2 Timothy 4:3, 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Timothy 4:2-4, Sound Doctrine, 1 Corinthians 2, Preach The Word, The Word, Turned From The Truth, 2 Timothy 3:16, Scripture is God Breathed, 2 Peter 3

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]]> Matt McMillen 7b5c0df4-a8e6-4ec2-b1af-232a3b1d77d6 Sun, 15 May 2022 11:58:30 -0500 2302 100 full false What Is the Five-Fold Ministry? (5-11-22) What Is the Five-Fold Ministry? (5-11-22) TOPICS: 5-Fold Ministry, Five Fold, Ephesians 4, Equip the Saints, Work of Ministry, Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers, Church, Church Government, Church Structure, Love Others, Maturity

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]]> TOPICS: 5-Fold Ministry, Five Fold, Ephesians 4, Equip the Saints, Work of Ministry, Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Pastors, Teachers, Church, Church Government, Church Structure, Love Others, Maturity

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]]> Matt McMillen d83cb95f-1bb0-4744-8652-fb00de606636 Wed, 11 May 2022 12:32:11 -0500 2147 99 full false Does God Show Christians Favor? (5-6-22) Does God Show Christians Favor? (5-6-22) Topics: Favor With God, Blessed, Highly Favored, Favor, Favoritism, Old Covenant, New Covenant, Covenant Differences

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]]> Topics: Favor With God, Blessed, Highly Favored, Favor, Favoritism, Old Covenant, New Covenant, Covenant Differences

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]]> Matt McMillen 3561668b-b583-4ed7-922b-4368bdb3cf1b Fri, 06 May 2022 12:15:42 -0500 2175 98 full false How Communion Has Been Incorrectly Taught (5-4-22) How Communion Has Been Incorrectly Taught (5-4-22) Topics: Communion, Holy Communion, The Last Supper, The Lord's Supper, 1 Corinthians 11, Unworthy Manner, Cup of Demons, Table of Demons, Sin, Do This in Remembrance of Me, Sacrament

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]]> Topics: Communion, Holy Communion, The Last Supper, The Lord's Supper, 1 Corinthians 11, Unworthy Manner, Cup of Demons, Table of Demons, Sin, Do This in Remembrance of Me, Sacrament

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]]> Matt McMillen 5e14597a-7dbf-425c-8f49-009e59f2778b Wed, 04 May 2022 13:35:17 -0500 1851 97 full false 5 Red Flags of False Humility (5-1-22) 5 Red Flags of False Humility (5-1-22) Topics: Put God First, All Glory to God, Less of Me More of You, Obedience, Carry My Cross, Crucify My Flesh, Colossians 2:18, False Humility, John 9, Blind Man, Give God Glory

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]]> Topics: Put God First, All Glory to God, Less of Me More of You, Obedience, Carry My Cross, Crucify My Flesh, Colossians 2:18, False Humility, John 9, Blind Man, Give God Glory

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]]> Matt McMillen db9ed14c-70dd-48ff-985d-7f7bd1a60a82 Sun, 01 May 2022 12:03:19 -0500 3688 96 full false "I'm an Addicted Christian. What Should I Do?" (4-29-22) "I'm an Addicted Christian. What Should I Do?" (4-29-22) Topics: Addiction, Recovery, Alcoholism, Alcoholic, Alcoholics Anonymous, Drunk, Drunkenness, Grace, Titus 2:11-12, Be Yourself, Trust Jesus

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]]> Topics: Addiction, Recovery, Alcoholism, Alcoholic, Alcoholics Anonymous, Drunk, Drunkenness, Grace, Titus 2:11-12, Be Yourself, Trust Jesus

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]]> Matt McMillen 5a796457-9791-4ae1-bd89-20cac2017379 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:30:23 -0500 3228 95 full false Are Christians Sinners, Saints, or Both? (4-24-22) Are Christians Sinners, Saints, or Both? (4-24-22) Topics: Sinner, Saint, Sinner and Saint, Identity, Chief of Sinners, Sinner Saved By Grace, Romans 7

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]]> Topics: Sinner, Saint, Sinner and Saint, Identity, Chief of Sinners, Sinner Saved By Grace, Romans 7

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]]> Matt McMillen 8e644ef3-4457-420d-b7bc-cd984e21e8c7 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 15:12:17 -0500 3359 94 full false Is the Sermon on the Mount for Christians? (4-22-22) Is the Sermon on the Mount for Christians? (4-22-22) Topics: The Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7, Abolish the Law and the Prophets, Least in the Kingdom, Leave Gift at Altar, Murder, Adultery, Oaths, Eye for an Eye, Love Your Enemies, Give to Needy, Prayer Closet, Treasures in Heaven, Serve God or Money, Wide Road of Destruction, Narrow Gate, Wise and Foolish Builders

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]]> Topics: The Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7, Abolish the Law and the Prophets, Least in the Kingdom, Leave Gift at Altar, Murder, Adultery, Oaths, Eye for an Eye, Love Your Enemies, Give to Needy, Prayer Closet, Treasures in Heaven, Serve God or Money, Wide Road of Destruction, Narrow Gate, Wise and Foolish Builders

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]]> Matt 73a88d71-af4e-4012-8d8c-a42f727406fe Fri, 22 Apr 2022 12:47:39 -0500 2428 93 full false What Are the Commandments of Jesus? (4-20-22) What Are the Commandments of Jesus? (4-20-22) Topics: Topics: 10 Commandments, Commandments of Jesus, Commandments of Moses, The Law, 613 Commandments, Believe and Love, 1 John 3, Hebrews 8, Moral Law, Ministry of the Spirit, New Covenant, Antinomian

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]]> Matt McMillen 4afb26f8-8ea4-44fc-9b57-c9773b94327b Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:49:28 -0500 2891 92 full false Who Will Not Inherit the Kingdom of God? (4-10-22) Who Will Not Inherit the Kingdom of God? (4-10-22) Topics: Kingdom of God, Kingdom, Inherit the Kingdom, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 Corinthians 6:11, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Galatians 5, Galatians 5:20-21, Galatians 5:24-25, Deeds of The Flesh, The Flesh - Walk Talks Episode 91 (4-10-22)

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]]> Topics: Kingdom of God, Kingdom, Inherit the Kingdom, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 Corinthians 6:11, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Galatians 5, Galatians 5:20-21, Galatians 5:24-25, Deeds of The Flesh, The Flesh - Walk Talks Episode 91 (4-10-22)

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]]> Matt McMillen f1f18c4f-d0cf-45c6-8eab-4596a3290374 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 15:49:17 -0500 2947 91 full false Is the Lord's Prayer for Christians? (4-6-22) Is the Lord's Prayer for Christians? (4-6-22) Topics: The Lord's Prayer, Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 6:9-13, Sermon On The Mount, Prayer, Luke 11, Luke 11:1-4, John 17, False Prophets, Babble Like the Pagans, Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done, Forgive Us Our Debts, Lead Us Not Into Temptation, Deliver Us From Evil, Daily Bread, Give Us Our Daily Bread, Model Prayer, Teach Us How to Pray, Ask For Forgiveness

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]]> Topics: The Lord's Prayer, Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 6:9-13, Sermon On The Mount, Prayer, Luke 11, Luke 11:1-4, John 17, False Prophets, Babble Like the Pagans, Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done, Forgive Us Our Debts, Lead Us Not Into Temptation, Deliver Us From Evil, Daily Bread, Give Us Our Daily Bread, Model Prayer, Teach Us How to Pray, Ask For Forgiveness

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]]> Matt McMillen dd31e9b4-8e77-4835-9c64-77d6c1ee9fef Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:35:52 -0500 2382 90 full false What If I Don't Continue in the Faith? (4-3-22) What If I Don't Continue in the Faith? (4-3-22) Topics: Colossians 1:23, 1 Corinthians 15:2, If You Continue, If You Hold Fast, Moved Away From the Gospel, Which You Have Heard

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]]> Topics: Colossians 1:23, 1 Corinthians 15:2, If You Continue, If You Hold Fast, Moved Away From the Gospel, Which You Have Heard

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]]> Matt McMillen f76537ac-e872-4f89-bf3a-01ed97b5970a Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:34:06 -0500 2514 89 full false What's the Truth About Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? (3-27-22) What's the Truth About Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? (3-27-22) Topics: Mark 3, 1 John 5, Sin That Leads to Death, Every Idle Word, Blaspheme, Suicide, Take the Lord's Name in Vain, Jewish Scapegoat, License to Sin, Antinomian, Mark 3:29, 1 John 5:17 - Walk Talks Episode 88 (3-27-22)

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]]> Topics: Mark 3, 1 John 5, Sin That Leads to Death, Every Idle Word, Blaspheme, Suicide, Take the Lord's Name in Vain, Jewish Scapegoat, License to Sin, Antinomian, Mark 3:29, 1 John 5:17 - Walk Talks Episode 88 (3-27-22)

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]]> Matt McMillen d6580129-7118-403f-9a3a-f99401ad0ef3 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:31:53 -0500 2682 88 full false Christians Don't Have to Die to Self (3-20-22) Christians Don't Have to Die to Self (3-20-22) Topics: I Die Daily, Crucified With Christ, Sin in My Flesh, Sin in My Members, Miserable Man That I am, Romans 6:3-11, Romans 7, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 2:20, 1 Corinthians 15 - Walk Talks Episode 87 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 3-20-22)

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]]> Topics: I Die Daily, Crucified With Christ, Sin in My Flesh, Sin in My Members, Miserable Man That I am, Romans 6:3-11, Romans 7, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 2:20, 1 Corinthians 15 - Walk Talks Episode 87 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 3-20-22)

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]]> Matt McMillen bd191f71-054b-4faf-b18b-b38f5ed44849 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:30:05 -0500 2115 87 full false What Is the Full Armor of God? (3-11-22) What Is the Full Armor of God? (3-11-22) Topics: Ephesians 6, Strong in the Lord, Belt of Truth, Gospel of Peace, Breastplate of Righteousness, Helmet of Salvation, Shield of Faith, Sword of the Spirit--the Word

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]]> Topics: Ephesians 6, Strong in the Lord, Belt of Truth, Gospel of Peace, Breastplate of Righteousness, Helmet of Salvation, Shield of Faith, Sword of the Spirit--the Word

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]]> Matt McMillen 9e3db37b-8dc2-4647-87c9-ae57c337471a Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:28:12 -0500 1743 86 full false What Is Speaking in Tongues? (3-4-22) What Is Speaking in Tongues? (3-4-22) Topics: Tongues, Acts 2:6-8, 1 Corinthians 14, Interpreter, Prophesy, Pray in Tongues, Romans 8:26-27, Wordless Groans, Word of Knowledge

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]]> Topics: Tongues, Acts 2:6-8, 1 Corinthians 14, Interpreter, Prophesy, Pray in Tongues, Romans 8:26-27, Wordless Groans, Word of Knowledge

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]]> Matt McMillen 932b88f7-543e-4d01-85a1-7da107971c35 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:26:27 -0500 2533 85 full false Does the Bible Command You to Go to Church? (2-27-22) Does the Bible Command You to Go to Church? (2-27-22) Topics: The Word Church, Remember the Sabbath, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Hebrews 10:25, Sabbath Day, Covenant Differences

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]]> Topics: The Word Church, Remember the Sabbath, Do Not Forsake the Assembly, Hebrews 10:25, Sabbath Day, Covenant Differences

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]]> Matt McMillen f6a9451a-de7a-49ad-8ced-4c429eb4928f Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:24:13 -0500 3440 84 full false How to Enter the Narrow Gate (2-20-22) How to Enter the Narrow Gate (2-20-22) Topics: Luke 13, Matthew 7, John 10, Hebrews 4, Wide Path of Destruction, Rewards in Heaven, Visions, Jesus Is the Gate, Pasture

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]]> Topics: Luke 13, Matthew 7, John 10, Hebrews 4, Wide Path of Destruction, Rewards in Heaven, Visions, Jesus Is the Gate, Pasture

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]]> Matt McMillen 8ba06a89-99ec-4857-bdec-64ce6e2a2a0e Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:22:33 -0500 1992 83 full false Do You Have to be Water Baptized to be Saved? (2-16-22) Do You Have to be Water Baptized to be Saved? (2-16-22) Topics: Water Baptism, Spiritual Baptism, Acts 2:38, Born of Water and Spirit, Baptism of Jesus, Eunuch's Baptism, Acts 19, Tongues and Prophesying

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]]> Topics: Water Baptism, Spiritual Baptism, Acts 2:38, Born of Water and Spirit, Baptism of Jesus, Eunuch's Baptism, Acts 19, Tongues and Prophesying

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]]> Matt McMillen caaead9e-cf39-46df-999e-e89fbfbc7e02 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:20:42 -0500 1906 82 full false Is Prophecy and Prophesying for Today? (2-11-22) Is Prophecy and Prophesying for Today? (2-11-22) Topics: Prophecy, Prophesy, Prophets, Old Testament Prophets, New Testament Prophesying, Gift of Prophesying, Speaking in Tongues, Hebrews 1, Matthew 5, False Prophets, Lawlessness

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]]> Topics: Prophecy, Prophesy, Prophets, Old Testament Prophets, New Testament Prophesying, Gift of Prophesying, Speaking in Tongues, Hebrews 1, Matthew 5, False Prophets, Lawlessness

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]]> Matt McMillen daad6eb7-ea8d-491f-abbb-571200d426a8 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:11:59 -0500 2023 80 full false You're Always in the Presence of God (2-8-22) You're Always in the Presence of God (2-8-22) Topics: The Temple of God, Emotional Experiences, God Isn't a Feeling, Covenant Differences, The Blood of Jesus, Righteousness, One With God, Call Down the Spirit

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]]> Topics: The Temple of God, Emotional Experiences, God Isn't a Feeling, Covenant Differences, The Blood of Jesus, Righteousness, One With God, Call Down the Spirit

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]]> Matt McMillen 0267607d-4adc-452d-bcce-6cdd0f19dfaa Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:09:25 -0500 2145 79 full false You Can't be Made More Like Jesus (2-5-22) You Can't be Made More Like Jesus (2-5-22) Topics: Satan's First Temptation, Genesis 3, 1 John 4:17, All Glory to God, John 17:22, False Humility, The Resurrection, Repentance, Sanctified

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]]> Topics: Satan's First Temptation, Genesis 3, 1 John 4:17, All Glory to God, John 17:22, False Humility, The Resurrection, Repentance, Sanctified

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]]> Matt McMillen 1a7309da-5f41-407b-82e0-3ee52fff85ba Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:06:11 -0500 2885 78 full false How to Love Others Properly (1-30-22) How to Love Others Properly (1-30-22) Topics: Love Your Neighbor, Love as I Have Loved You, Law of Christ, Abuse, Codependency, Forgiveness, Forgiving Others, Mark 12, John 13, Galatians 6, Incorruptible Love, Undying Love, Ephesians 6:24

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]]> Topics: Love Your Neighbor, Love as I Have Loved You, Law of Christ, Abuse, Codependency, Forgiveness, Forgiving Others, Mark 12, John 13, Galatians 6, Incorruptible Love, Undying Love, Ephesians 6:24

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]]> Matt McMillen 410cebea-e06d-4c36-8d8a-8f5fd1b96f43 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:04:04 -0500 2266 77 full false The Importance of Your Righteousness (1-28-22) The Importance of Your Righteousness (1-28-22) Topics: Gift of Righteousness, The Resurrection, Worthy, Romans 3:10, Romans 3:22, Colossians 1:12, Colossians 3:3, 2 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Corinthians 5:19, 2 Corinthians 5:21, The Flesh, Sinful Nature

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]]> Topics: Gift of Righteousness, The Resurrection, Worthy, Romans 3:10, Romans 3:22, Colossians 1:12, Colossians 3:3, 2 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Corinthians 5:19, 2 Corinthians 5:21, The Flesh, Sinful Nature

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]]> Matt McMillen 00a59c6c-1a6d-45b4-8079-57ce04041936 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 18:00:54 -0500 2091 76 full false Spiritual Warfare Basics (1-23-22) Spiritual Warfare Basics (1-23-22) Topics: Satan, Demons, Demonic Possession, Revelation 12, Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 5:17, Ephesians 6:10-17, Accusations, Armor of God, Deliverance

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]]> Topics: Satan, Demons, Demonic Possession, Revelation 12, Colossians 2:15, 1 John 3:8, 1 John 5:17, Ephesians 6:10-17, Accusations, Armor of God, Deliverance

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]]> Matt McMillen 59141f75-f26d-47c5-b8b4-db4d2ff33702 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:58:16 -0500 2294 75 full false How to Spot a False Prophet (1-7-22) How to Spot a False Prophet (1-7-22) Topics: Matthew 7, 2 Peter 2:20-22, John 6:40, 1 Corinthians 3, James 3, Prophesy in the Name of Jesus, Tree vs. Branch, Wood Hay Stubble

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]]> Topics: Matthew 7, 2 Peter 2:20-22, John 6:40, 1 Corinthians 3, James 3, Prophesy in the Name of Jesus, Tree vs. Branch, Wood Hay Stubble

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]]> Matt McMillen 0b28f046-78a9-4eec-8cf2-5d7cfdc21b23 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:56:03 -0500 2100 74 full false The Truth About Masturbation (1-5-22) The Truth About Masturbation (1-5-22) Topics: Sex, Orgasms, Porn, Lust, Genesis 38, Spilled His Seed, Matthew 5, Adultery in Your Heart, Cut Off Your Hand, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Galatians 5:16, Feelings, Conscience, Freedom

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]]> Topics: Sex, Orgasms, Porn, Lust, Genesis 38, Spilled His Seed, Matthew 5, Adultery in Your Heart, Cut Off Your Hand, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Galatians 5:16, Feelings, Conscience, Freedom

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]]> Matt McMillen 8e4bafaa-565f-4a80-af17-86d149de9419 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:54:26 -0500 2471 73 full false What Did the Resurrection do to You? (1-2-22) What Did the Resurrection do to You? (1-2-22) Topics: The Resurrection, Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ, Romans 6, Colossians 2, Colossians 3, Instrument of Righteousness, The Flesh, Sarx, Closer to God Error

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]]> Topics: The Resurrection, Dead to Sin, Alive in Christ, Romans 6, Colossians 2, Colossians 3, Instrument of Righteousness, The Flesh, Sarx, Closer to God Error

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]]> Matt McMillen b8ef8ab9-2f7c-4e79-9588-a7650ceb9b01 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:52:51 -0500 1830 72 full false The Truth About Pastors, Elders, and Deacons (12-26-21) The Truth About Pastors, Elders, and Deacons (12-26-21) Topics: Church, Pastors, Elders, Deacons, Ephesians 4, 1 Timothy 3, Deacon Board, Top-Down Authority, Cults, Kingdoms, Kings, Pastoral Worship, Church Mutiny, Narcissism, Church Abuse, Misogyny

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]]> Topics: Church, Pastors, Elders, Deacons, Ephesians 4, 1 Timothy 3, Deacon Board, Top-Down Authority, Cults, Kingdoms, Kings, Pastoral Worship, Church Mutiny, Narcissism, Church Abuse, Misogyny

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]]> Matt McMillen b704eda9-1c89-4401-a61d-245a430a451e Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:50:42 -0500 2987 71 full false What is the Ministry of Reconciliation? (12-22-21) What is the Ministry of Reconciliation? (12-22-21) Topics: 2 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, Competent and Qualified Ministers, The New Covenant, Not Counting Trespasses, Sin Traded for Righteousness

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]]> Topics: 2 Corinthians 3:6, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, Competent and Qualified Ministers, The New Covenant, Not Counting Trespasses, Sin Traded for Righteousness

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]]> Matt McMillen f9b3d726-5de2-4bdc-9f0a-323a2e3e4246 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:48:01 -0500 2719 70 full false We Don't Live by the Law or Principles (12-15-21) We Don't Live by the Law or Principles (12-15-21) Topics: Law Living, Spirit Living, Keep My Commandments, The Ten Commandments, Principles are Worthless, Colossians 2:16-17, Ministry of the Spirit, Ministry of Reconciliation, Strive to Enter Rest

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]]> Topics: Law Living, Spirit Living, Keep My Commandments, The Ten Commandments, Principles are Worthless, Colossians 2:16-17, Ministry of the Spirit, Ministry of Reconciliation, Strive to Enter Rest

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]]> Matt McMillen d3a328fd-8232-4c78-8580-23bf46e8c175 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:45:20 -0500 2527 69 full false The Truth About Sexual Sin (12-12-21) The Truth About Sexual Sin (12-12-21) Topics: Seven Deadly Sins, Proverbs 6, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Biblical Sex, Fantasy, Pornography, Masturbation, Fornication, Freedom, Shameless

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]]> Topics: Seven Deadly Sins, Proverbs 6, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Biblical Sex, Fantasy, Pornography, Masturbation, Fornication, Freedom, Shameless

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]]> Matt McMillen 78207f03-fa9e-467e-b9bb-32c1a7f43e30 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:43:24 -0500 2631 68 full false What Should We Do When We Sin? Part 2 (12-10-21) What Should We Do When We Sin? Part 2 (12-10-21) Topics: Admit Sins, Admit Forgiveness, Confess to a Trusted Loved One, Repent, Mature, Be Yourself 

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]]> Topics: Admit Sins, Admit Forgiveness, Confess to a Trusted Loved One, Repent, Mature, Be Yourself 

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]]> Matt McMillen edf3304d-6dff-4600-ab8f-546b033f36f0 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:41:41 -0500 1096 67 full false What Should We Do When We Sin? Part 1 (12-10-21) What Should We Do When We Sin? Part 1 (12-10-21) Topics: Context of License to Sin, Repent, Confess, The Flesh, Our Flesh, Fellowship

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]]> Topics: Context of License to Sin, Repent, Confess, The Flesh, Our Flesh, Fellowship

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]]> Matt McMillen 2cfe0601-0f62-4d2b-bf5a-e54cc91569ba Wed, 06 Apr 2022 17:38:18 -0500 2509 66 full false God Doesn't Want Us Looking for Signs (12-8-21) God Doesn't Want Us Looking for Signs (12-8-21) Topics: Signs and Wonders, Wicked and Adulteress Generation, Ministry of Reconciliation, Matthew 12, Matthew 16, Sign of Jonah, God Winks

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]]> Topics: Signs and Wonders, Wicked and Adulteress Generation, Ministry of Reconciliation, Matthew 12, Matthew 16, Sign of Jonah, God Winks

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]]> Matt McMillen 6b3657d7-93ff-48b5-855b-42390101d276 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:12:10 -0500 2084 65 full false Christians Aren't Commanded to Tithe (12-5-21) Christians Aren't Commanded to Tithe (12-5-21) Topics: Every Passage About the Tithe, Malachi 3:10, Luke 11, Matthew 23, Hebrews 7, Abraham Tithed, Melchizedek, Blessed

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]]> Matt McMillen 6936c95b-a52f-4380-87c9-193e747667c7 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:10:14 -0500 3025 64 full false Christians Won't be Judged for Sins (12-3-21) Christians Won't be Judged for Sins (12-3-21) Topics: Judgement Day, Rewards vs. Reward of the Inheritance, Stand and Give an Account, 2 Corinthians 5, Romans 14, Parable of the Talents, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Unmerciful Servant, Crowns

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]]> Topics: Judgement Day, Rewards vs. Reward of the Inheritance, Stand and Give an Account, 2 Corinthians 5, Romans 14, Parable of the Talents, Parable of the Vineyard Workers, Unmerciful Servant, Crowns

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]]> Matt McMillen d0a7b153-78c9-4277-b927-c698cdb083bd Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:08:35 -0500 2100 63 full false Christians Don't Deny Themselves (12-1-21) Christians Don't Deny Themselves (12-1-21) Topics: Deny Yourself, Carry Your Cross, Disciples, Matthew 16, Fight the Flesh, False Humility, The Will of God, Peter Isn't the Rock, You're Not Jesus, Old Self New Self, Be Yourself

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]]> Topics: Deny Yourself, Carry Your Cross, Disciples, Matthew 16, Fight the Flesh, False Humility, The Will of God, Peter Isn't the Rock, You're Not Jesus, Old Self New Self, Be Yourself

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]]> Matt McMillen da007ba2-4f21-463c-a7f6-2f41098bb65b Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:06:53 -0500 1983 62 full false Can Women Preach? (11-28-21) Can Women Preach? (11-28-21) Topics: Preachers, Pastors, Women Pastors, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Corinthians 11, Head Covering, Prophesy, False Prophets, Women in Church

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]]> Topics: Preachers, Pastors, Women Pastors, 1 Timothy 2, 1 Corinthians 14, 1 Corinthians 11, Head Covering, Prophesy, False Prophets, Women in Church

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]]> Matt McMillen 72a49739-4f63-4bf1-9cb0-913e29a5d231 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:05:23 -0500 2088 61 full false 3 Reasons to be Thankful for Jesus (11-24-21) 3 Reasons to be Thankful for Jesus (11-24-21) Topics: The Cross, The Resurrection, Life in Christ

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]]> Topics: The Cross, The Resurrection, Life in Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen 56b0c2de-fdff-4ab3-a9cf-18fa2bf1954c Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:03:38 -0500 2461 60 full false Does God Forgive Repeated Sins? (11-21-21) Does God Forgive Repeated Sins? (11-21-21) Topics: 1 John 1:9, First John Chapter 1, Confess Sins, Confession, Repent, Repentance, Ask for Forgiveness, Godly Sorrow, Romans 13, The Flesh, 2 Corinthians 7, 1 Corinthians 5, Truly Surrender, Obedience of Faith, Titus 2:11-12, Sanctification

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]]> Topics: 1 John 1:9, First John Chapter 1, Confess Sins, Confession, Repent, Repentance, Ask for Forgiveness, Godly Sorrow, Romans 13, The Flesh, 2 Corinthians 7, 1 Corinthians 5, Truly Surrender, Obedience of Faith, Titus 2:11-12, Sanctification

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]]> Matt McMillen bd16294a-cf36-4223-ac91-42a035abe821 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:01:54 -0500 3200 59 full false How to Forgive the Unforgivable (11-19-21) How to Forgive the Unforgivable (11-19-21) Topics: Feelings, Forgiveness, The Lord's Prayer, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:32, Abuse, Boundaries, Healing

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]]> Topics: Feelings, Forgiveness, The Lord's Prayer, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:32, Abuse, Boundaries, Healing

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]]> Matt McMillen 37ae4a29-4caf-49f5-9a52-2ec5626d6c48 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 19:00:14 -0500 1905 58 full false Why Don't We Follow the 10 Commandments? (11-17-21) Why Don't We Follow the 10 Commandments? (11-17-21) Topics: Commandments of Moses vs. Commandments of Jesus, 613 or 2 Commandments, Ministry of Death, Ministry of the Spirit, 2 Corinthians 3, The Flesh, Table-Flipping Jesus

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]]> Topics: Commandments of Moses vs. Commandments of Jesus, 613 or 2 Commandments, Ministry of Death, Ministry of the Spirit, 2 Corinthians 3, The Flesh, Table-Flipping Jesus

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]]> Matt McMillen e1622414-925c-4372-876b-014ed503a9c9 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:58:25 -0500 2102 57 full false Churches Can Be Like Strip Clubs (11-14-21) Churches Can Be Like Strip Clubs (11-14-21) Topics: Plugged in at Church, Attending a Strip Club, Remember the Sabbath, Hebrews 10:25, Pastor Cults, Women in Church

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]]> Topics: Plugged in at Church, Attending a Strip Club, Remember the Sabbath, Hebrews 10:25, Pastor Cults, Women in Church

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]]> Matt McMillen 3c2fd78c-5ca7-4059-a7c8-d36493c63d89 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:56:37 -0500 2232 56 full false What Is the New Covenant? (11-10-21) What Is the New Covenant? (11-10-21) Topics: Pastors, Church, Confidence, Identity, Perfect, Covenant Differences, Martha and Mary, Parable of the Talents, Parable of the Vineyard Workers

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Church, Confidence, Identity, Perfect, Covenant Differences, Martha and Mary, Parable of the Talents, Parable of the Vineyard Workers

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]]> Matt McMillen ca66eab0-8fdf-4ebe-b788-fd8a79d88b25 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:52:23 -0500 2493 54 full false Christians Are Forgiven Before We Sin (11-5-21) Christians Are Forgiven Before We Sin (11-5-21) Topics: Blood, Confession, Repentance, Gnostics, Fellowship, Put God First, Do What You Want, Anyone vs. Takeaway

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]]> Topics: Blood, Confession, Repentance, Gnostics, Fellowship, Put God First, Do What You Want, Anyone vs. Takeaway

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]]> Matt McMillen 59699f0d-1e57-44d8-9854-3d2dca8ff7e3 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:50:23 -0500 2149 53 full false The Book of Acts Isn't Doctrine (11-3-21) The Book of Acts Isn't Doctrine (11-3-21) Topics: Repent and be Baptized, Acts 2:38, Flame Above Head, Speaking in Tongues, Acts 2, Ananias and Sapphira, Acts 5, Acts 16, Acts 21


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]]> Matt McMillen 9c66767b-a5da-4f21-8262-ab68e0284679 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:48:49 -0500 2119 52 full false Christians Aren't Accountable to Any Church (10-31-21) Christians Aren't Accountable to Any Church (10-31-21) Topics: Church Accountability, Accountability Partners, Stand and Give an Account, Deacon Boards, Women Pastors - Walk Talks Episode 51 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 10-31-21)

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]]> Topics: Church Accountability, Accountability Partners, Stand and Give an Account, Deacon Boards, Women Pastors - Walk Talks Episode 51 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 10-31-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 1a8dc6a2-2805-45de-b7ca-6b89cf811780 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:46:33 -0500 1685 51 full false Prayer Doesn't Repeatedly Invite God In (10-29-21) Prayer Doesn't Repeatedly Invite God In (10-29-21) Topics: Prayer, One With God, Old-Self New-Self, Stand at the Door and Knock, Carry Your Cross

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]]> Topics: Prayer, One With God, Old-Self New-Self, Stand at the Door and Knock, Carry Your Cross

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]]> Matt McMillen b0e601d0-23f2-4824-98b3-8754ff65df7d Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:44:48 -0500 1681 50 full false God Doesn't Punish or Pressure Christians (10-27-21) God Doesn't Punish or Pressure Christians (10-27-21) Topics: Hebrews 12, Scourge, Discipline, Deeply Inquire, The Cross Worked, Covenant Differences, Sanctification - Walk Talks Episode 49 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 10-27-21)

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]]> Topics: Hebrews 12, Scourge, Discipline, Deeply Inquire, The Cross Worked, Covenant Differences, Sanctification - Walk Talks Episode 49 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 10-27-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen fffbaaf9-f757-4a31-96bf-b77b12a6b52c Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:42:19 -0500 1828 49 full false Old and New Covenant Differences, Part 2 (10-17-21) Old and New Covenant Differences, Part 2 (10-17-21) Topics: Generational Curses, Health Wealth, Rich Young Ruler, Camel Through the Eye of a Needle, Outside Appearances, White Washed Tombs, Clothes

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]]> Topics: Generational Curses, Health Wealth, Rich Young Ruler, Camel Through the Eye of a Needle, Outside Appearances, White Washed Tombs, Clothes

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]]> Matt McMillen 6bbbc17f-5ede-4e70-8bb9-ac205048a92c Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:38:02 -0500 3588 47 full false Old and New Covenant Differences, Part 1 (10-15-21) Old and New Covenant Differences, Part 1 (10-15-21) Topics: Covenants, God and Israel, God and God, Geographic Presence of God, Annual Forgiveness vs. Once-for-All Forgiveness, Holy Spirit Coming and Going

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]]> Matt McMillen 16f9c58f-702a-4fc9-8862-f8b03a02ff1c Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:35:40 -0500 2165 46 full false How to Spot Double-Talk, Part 1 (10-10-21) How to Spot Double-Talk, Part 1 (10-10-21) Topics: Ask for Forgiveness, All Sins with God are the Same, Repeated Repentance, Confess Sins, The Lord's Prayer, Human Relationships

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]]> Matt McMillen b02a8ec9-844d-4b2e-90ea-7aeb9c2d4978 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:12:52 -0500 2317 44 full false Christians Don't Sanctify Ourselves. Jesus' Blood Did. (10-3-21) Christians Don't Sanctify Ourselves. Jesus' Blood Did. (10-3-21) Topics: Sanctification, Perfection, Identity vs. Behavior, The Flesh, Holy, Set Apart, The Blood of Jesus, Atonement vs. Propitiation

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]]> Matt McMillen 7af3575c-4342-4ff8-b597-7c0be81db0ad Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:04:13 -0500 2384 42 full false America Doesn't Need a Revival (10-1-21) America Doesn't Need a Revival (10-1-21) Topics: Identity, Repent-Works, Re-Live, Tent Revivals, Heal Our Land, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Covenant Differences, The Life of Christ

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]]> Matt McMillen 6404bfe9-1e17-4238-be68-d0c6230ad094 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 18:01:22 -0500 1447 41 full false God Doesn't Spit Out Lukewarm Christians (9-26-21) God Doesn't Spit Out Lukewarm Christians (9-26-21) Topics: Revelation 3:16, Revelation 3:15, Church Attendance, On Fire for God, Hot Or Cold, Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 7, Purposefulness, Lampstand Threatened, Tribal Religions, Lawlessness

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]]> Matt McMillen f7b12bd0-726b-4574-9342-a9bd08abeb69 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:58:10 -0500 1420 40 full false Christians Can Live However We Want (9-22-21) Christians Can Live However We Want (9-22-21) Topics: The Notebook, "What do you want?", Jeremiah, Hebrews, Law vs. Laws, Grieve the Spirit, The New Covenant, Be Yourself - Walk Talks Episode 39 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 9-22-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen fff1d5bc-a799-4cd7-9c43-8df7bb6886d7 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:54:33 -0500 1224 39 full false Can Christians Have Boundaries? (9-19-21) Can Christians Have Boundaries? (9-19-21) Topics: Religious Abuse, Relationships, Establishing Healthy Boundaries, Church, Romans 12, Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 7 - Walk Talks Episode 38 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 9-19-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen a9ebdfa9-823c-4093-88be-cc0219c96b7c Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:46:09 -0500 3688 38 full false Nobody's Perfect? Not True. Christians Are Perfect. (9-12-21) Nobody's Perfect? Not True. Christians Are Perfect. (9-12-21) Topics: Anger, Maturity, Sanctification, The Blood of Jesus, Hebrews 10, False Humility, Chief of Sinners, Miserable Man, Promise Keepers - Walk Talks Episode 37 (Instagram Rebroadcast 9-12-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen de9f9229-f72f-48a5-87ea-eb7322c07f15 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:42:03 -0500 2922 37 full false You Cannot Give Up Your Salvation (9-8-21) You Cannot Give Up Your Salvation (9-8-21) Topics: Give Back the gift of Salvation, Unborn of God, Pastor Smith, Church Hurt, Falling Away - Walk Talks Episode 36 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 9-8-21)

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]]> Topics: Give Back the gift of Salvation, Unborn of God, Pastor Smith, Church Hurt, Falling Away - Walk Talks Episode 36 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 9-8-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen dc908e8d-8c5c-4b32-83ba-b4e66620ddd7 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:40:00 -0500 1846 36 full false Christians Don't Turn From Sin to be Forgiven (9-3-21) Christians Don't Turn From Sin to be Forgiven (9-3-21) Topics: "I repent of my sins," Works-Based Righteousness, "Grace ends at salvation?", Maturity, Growth, 1 John 1:9, Faith Without Works is Dead - Walk Talks Episode 35 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 9-3-21)

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]]> Topics: "I repent of my sins," Works-Based Righteousness, "Grace ends at salvation?", Maturity, Growth, 1 John 1:9, Faith Without Works is Dead - Walk Talks Episode 35 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 9-3-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 4891b5f3-acd4-48c6-938f-6cd6c8e17567 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:37:45 -0500 1288 35 full false Why Rededicating Your Life to God is Pointless (8-29-21) Why Rededicating Your Life to God is Pointless (8-29-21) Topics: Rededication, Recommitment, Rededicate, Church, John the Baptist, Law vs. Grace, God's Commitment, The Life of Christ, Rest - Walk Talks Episode 34 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-29-21)

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]]> Topics: Rededication, Recommitment, Rededicate, Church, John the Baptist, Law vs. Grace, God's Commitment, The Life of Christ, Rest - Walk Talks Episode 34 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-29-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen aa582eb1-6272-4b64-a172-f3963cd9da6d Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:35:17 -0500 1823 34 full false God Doesn't Break You Down to Build You Up (8-28-21) God Doesn't Break You Down to Build You Up (8-28-21) Topics: Error of "God's Gym," Fallen Planet, Hamartia (Sin), Satan and Demons, Unrenewed Mindsets, Poor Choices, Perfection - Walk Talks Episode 33 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-28-21)

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]]> Topics: Error of "God's Gym," Fallen Planet, Hamartia (Sin), Satan and Demons, Unrenewed Mindsets, Poor Choices, Perfection - Walk Talks Episode 33 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-28-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 6675509e-ed40-45fd-bc99-c56be2d8d48f Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:30:26 -0500 2832 33 full false O.S.A.S. Is True Because Jesus Will Always Stay Alive (8-19-21) O.S.A.S. Is True Because Jesus Will Always Stay Alive (8-19-21) Topics: OSAS, Once Saved Always Saved, The Life of Christ, Matthew 7, John 3, John 14, Colossians 3, Hebrews 7, Hebrews 10, Revelation 3 - Walk Talks Episode 32 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-19-21)

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]]> Topics: OSAS, Once Saved Always Saved, The Life of Christ, Matthew 7, John 3, John 14, Colossians 3, Hebrews 7, Hebrews 10, Revelation 3 - Walk Talks Episode 32 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-19-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 167be33f-5cc6-40c2-ba4a-2aafba5a5955 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:28:14 -0500 1643 32 full false Jesus Didn't Atone for Your Sins, He Paid Them Off (8-17-21) Jesus Didn't Atone for Your Sins, He Paid Them Off (8-17-21) Topics: Atonement vs. Takeaway, Propitiation, Covenant Differences, Reconciliation, Once-for-All Forgiveness, Repent, Hebrews 9, Hebrews 10 - Walk Talks Episode 31 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-17-21)

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]]> Topics: Atonement vs. Takeaway, Propitiation, Covenant Differences, Reconciliation, Once-for-All Forgiveness, Repent, Hebrews 9, Hebrews 10 - Walk Talks Episode 31 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-17-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 4ec08ace-a4e8-4375-b82a-2b095b131189 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:26:27 -0500 966 31 full false Reading the Bible Doesn't Make You Close to God (8-13-21) Reading the Bible Doesn't Make You Close to God (8-13-21) Topic: Bible Origin, Bible Context, One With God, John 5:39-40, Satan Knows Scripture, The Word, Covenant Differences, Ministry of the Spirit, Work From Rest - Walk Talks Episode 30 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-13-21)

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]]> Topic: Bible Origin, Bible Context, One With God, John 5:39-40, Satan Knows Scripture, The Word, Covenant Differences, Ministry of the Spirit, Work From Rest - Walk Talks Episode 30 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-13-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 0c83b663-32ca-49e0-9f55-16c2d04285ed Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:57:42 -0500 1137 30 full false Christians Can't Fall Away From God (8-11-21) Christians Can't Fall Away From God (8-11-21) Topics: Fallen Away, Brought Back to Repentance, Closer to God, Perfect Love, Hebrews 6, Galatians 5, Covenant Differences - Walk Talks Episode 29 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-11-21)

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]]> Topics: Fallen Away, Brought Back to Repentance, Closer to God, Perfect Love, Hebrews 6, Galatians 5, Covenant Differences - Walk Talks Episode 29 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-11-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen e1a9410e-d97b-4021-9948-c1b7d1677d5f Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:54:29 -0500 1847 29 full false Stepping Off the Religious Hamster Wheel (8-6-21) Stepping Off the Religious Hamster Wheel (8-6-21) Topics: Pastors, Pastoral Letters, Churches, Religious Guilt, Foolish Galatians, Put God First, Devotion - Walk Talks Episode 28 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-6-21)

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Pastoral Letters, Churches, Religious Guilt, Foolish Galatians, Put God First, Devotion - Walk Talks Episode 28 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 8-6-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 83eb09b4-e6e9-4cbe-9717-426ec091cfe0 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:52:17 -0500 1866 28 full false Christians Are Not Broken in Any Way (7-31-21) Christians Are Not Broken in Any Way (7-31-21) Topics: Brokenness, Actions and Attitudes, Feelings Identity, Maturity, Sanctification, Colossians 1, Colossians 2, Romans 6, 2 Peter 1, Hebrews 10, 1 Corinthians 6 - Walk Talks Episode 27 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-31-21)

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]]> Topics: Brokenness, Actions and Attitudes, Feelings Identity, Maturity, Sanctification, Colossians 1, Colossians 2, Romans 6, 2 Peter 1, Hebrews 10, 1 Corinthians 6 - Walk Talks Episode 27 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-31-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen b9c00aaa-d4a7-4dbd-84ef-a884979fab2d Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:49:23 -0500 946 27 full false Are Christians Commanded to Attend Church? (7-25-21) Are Christians Commanded to Attend Church? (7-25-21) Topics: Church, Assembly, Remember the Sabbath, Hebrews 10:25, Salvation, Freedom, Believe - Walk Talks Episode 26 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-25-21)

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]]> Topics: Church, Assembly, Remember the Sabbath, Hebrews 10:25, Salvation, Freedom, Believe - Walk Talks Episode 26 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-25-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 4e9a9166-f3a1-46e6-b1fb-71759ad65c37 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:44:01 -0500 1716 26 full false How to Live a Life of Forgiveness and Trust (7-20-21) How to Live a Life of Forgiveness and Trust (7-20-21) Topics: Error of Forgive to be Forgiven, Building Trust, Law/Temple Forgiveness, Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Ephesians 4, Colossians 3, Boundaries, Relationships - Walk Talks Episode 25 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-20-21)

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]]> Topics: Error of Forgive to be Forgiven, Building Trust, Law/Temple Forgiveness, Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Ephesians 4, Colossians 3, Boundaries, Relationships - Walk Talks Episode 25 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-20-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 6397f2b8-2bbc-4b1f-882c-7992e47f52fd Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:41:47 -0500 1373 25 full false Christians Don't Delight in the Law, But in Christ (7-17-21) Christians Don't Delight in the Law, But in Christ (7-17-21) Topics: Law Living vs. Grace Living, The Law is Not of Faith, Moses, Spirit of Jesus, Covenant Differences, Psalm 1, Romans 7 - Walk Talks Episode 24 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-17-21)

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]]> Topics: Law Living vs. Grace Living, The Law is Not of Faith, Moses, Spirit of Jesus, Covenant Differences, Psalm 1, Romans 7 - Walk Talks Episode 24 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-17-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen cf93f3b7-7454-42af-9b00-241dd428a730 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:40:07 -0500 1057 24 full false You Can't Get Any Closer to God Than You Currently Are (7-15-21) You Can't Get Any Closer to God Than You Currently Are (7-15-21) Topics: One With God, Repentance, Acts 2, Joined With Prostitute, Draw Near to God, 1 Corinthians 6:16-17, Tongues, Sealed in the Spirit, John 17:23 - Walk Talks Episode 23 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-15-21)

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]]> Topics: One With God, Repentance, Acts 2, Joined With Prostitute, Draw Near to God, 1 Corinthians 6:16-17, Tongues, Sealed in the Spirit, John 17:23 - Walk Talks Episode 23 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-15-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen b84c171f-7363-4a94-8799-9e1834141a9b Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:38:23 -0500 1183 23 full false You Can Trust Yourself (7-12-21) You Can Trust Yourself (7-12-21) Topics: Qualified to Minister, Old Self, New Self, Deny Yourself, I Die Daily, Romans 5, Romans 6, Romans 7, Galatians 2:20, Always Be Yourself, 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians - Walk Talks Episode 22 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-12-21)

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]]> Topics: Qualified to Minister, Old Self, New Self, Deny Yourself, I Die Daily, Romans 5, Romans 6, Romans 7, Galatians 2:20, Always Be Yourself, 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians - Walk Talks Episode 22 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-12-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 7fa231c4-4d1f-42e2-b4c1-874a931e48e1 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:36:40 -0500 1746 22 full false You Cannot Break Fellowship With God (7-20-21) You Cannot Break Fellowship With God (7-20-21) Topics: Fellowship & Relationship, 1 John 1, The New Covenant, Works-Based Fellowship, Rest, Darkness & Light, Practice Sin - Walk Talks Episode 21 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-20-21)

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]]> Topics: Fellowship & Relationship, 1 John 1, The New Covenant, Works-Based Fellowship, Rest, Darkness & Light, Practice Sin - Walk Talks Episode 21 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-20-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen e673201d-655c-4bd8-b9e1-23d6c99e2792 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:34:15 -0500 995 21 full false Does Obedience Keep You Saved? (7-9-21) Does Obedience Keep You Saved? (7-9-21) Topics: Obedience of Faith, Romans 1, Romans 6, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 5, 2 Timothy 2:13, Jesus' Obedience, Strive to Rest, Promise Keepers - Walk Talks Episode 20 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-9-21)

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]]> Topics: Obedience of Faith, Romans 1, Romans 6, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 5, 2 Timothy 2:13, Jesus' Obedience, Strive to Rest, Promise Keepers - Walk Talks Episode 20 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-9-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 7c2de85e-6fc7-4100-90da-586b09775bda Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:32:15 -0500 1143 20 full false The Flesh Is Not Our Flesh (7-2-21) The Flesh Is Not Our Flesh (7-2-21) Topics: The Flesh, Our Flesh, Sarx, Hamartia, Walk According to the Flesh/Spirit, Romans 7-8, Galatians 5, Sinful Nature, Be Yourself - Walk Talks Episode 19 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-2-21)

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]]> Topics: The Flesh, Our Flesh, Sarx, Hamartia, Walk According to the Flesh/Spirit, Romans 7-8, Galatians 5, Sinful Nature, Be Yourself - Walk Talks Episode 19 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 7-2-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 710df926-eabd-45fc-827c-66d704384c40 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:29:40 -0500 1210 19 full false The Importance of Extending Grace (6-28-21) The Importance of Extending Grace (6-28-21) Topics: Relationships, Coworkers, Marriage, Adultery, Hebrews 13, 2 Corinthians 12, Grace, Forgiveness, Trust, Boundaries, Be Yourself - Walk Talks Episode 18 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-28-21)

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]]> Topics: Relationships, Coworkers, Marriage, Adultery, Hebrews 13, 2 Corinthians 12, Grace, Forgiveness, Trust, Boundaries, Be Yourself - Walk Talks Episode 18 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-28-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 2f843972-2dc3-42ff-9397-e40cb813f538 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:26:53 -0500 977 18 full false What's the Difference of the Old and New Covenants? (6-27-21) What's the Difference of the Old and New Covenants? (6-27-21) Topics: Old Covenant, New Covenant, Abraham, Israel, Gentiles, Moses vs. Jesus, 613 vs. 2, Hebrews, Blood, God and God, Foolish Galatians, Beneficiaries - Walk Talks Episode 17

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]]> Topics: Old Covenant, New Covenant, Abraham, Israel, Gentiles, Moses vs. Jesus, 613 vs. 2, Hebrews, Blood, God and God, Foolish Galatians, Beneficiaries - Walk Talks Episode 17

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]]> Matt McMillen 869a27e8-456e-465f-bb04-64a4c2ae4578 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:24:04 -0500 1922 17 full false What Should We Do When We Sin? (6-20-21) What Should We Do When We Sin? (6-20-21) Topics: Sin, Grace, Gifts, Titus 2, Repent, Confess, 1 John Chapters 1-4, 2 Peter 1, Hebrews, Propitiation, Divine Nature - Walk Talks Episode 15 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-20-21)

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]]> Topics: Sin, Grace, Gifts, Titus 2, Repent, Confess, 1 John Chapters 1-4, 2 Peter 1, Hebrews, Propitiation, Divine Nature - Walk Talks Episode 15 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-20-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 7a5e84c4-b5d2-47ab-b04e-ed4cbb1b0244 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:11:48 -0500 1420 15 full false Work Out Your Salvation? (6-17-21) Work Out Your Salvation? (6-17-21) Topics: Philippians 2, Satan, Demonic Possession, Know-It-Alls, Cults, Addiction, Triggers, Recover, Codependency, Porn, Fruit of the Spirit - Walk Talks Episode 14 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-17-21)

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]]> Topics: Philippians 2, Satan, Demonic Possession, Know-It-Alls, Cults, Addiction, Triggers, Recover, Codependency, Porn, Fruit of the Spirit - Walk Talks Episode 14 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-17-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen cd0a74e6-cdfa-491e-a167-5ae6220ccd7a Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:09:36 -0500 1089 14 full false 1 John 1:9: Does Repeated Confession Forgive Me? (6-15-21) 1 John 1:9: Does Repeated Confession Forgive Me? (6-15-21) Topics: Glory, 1 John, Hebrews, Sin, Blood, Repent, Confess, Confession, Forgiveness, Gnostics, Priests - Walk Talks Episode 13 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-15-21)

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]]> Topics: Glory, 1 John, Hebrews, Sin, Blood, Repent, Confess, Confession, Forgiveness, Gnostics, Priests - Walk Talks Episode 13 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-15-21)

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]]> Matt ecd5205b-5db8-4b39-9035-8a3883bcd072 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:06:35 -0500 1612 13 full false Common Church Errors, Part 2 (6-13-21) Common Church Errors, Part 2 (6-13-21) Topics: Pastors, Prophesy, Prophecies, Church, Church Attendance, Remember the Sabbath, Hebrews 10:25, Freedom - Walk Talks Episode 12 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-12-21)

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]]> Topics: Pastors, Prophesy, Prophecies, Church, Church Attendance, Remember the Sabbath, Hebrews 10:25, Freedom - Walk Talks Episode 12 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-12-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 68fc1870-b7cf-4d76-87bf-8ad15109cc8e Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:02:19 -0500 790 12 full false Once Saved Always Saved Is True (6-12-21) Once Saved Always Saved Is True (6-12-21) Topics: OSAS, Salvation, What Do I Want?, Works, Grace, The Life of Christ, James 2, Titus 2, License to Sin, Perfection - Walk Talks Episode 11 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-12-21)

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]]> Topics: OSAS, Salvation, What Do I Want?, Works, Grace, The Life of Christ, James 2, Titus 2, License to Sin, Perfection - Walk Talks Episode 11 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-12-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen dfac0f88-80d8-4aae-829a-79912146e9f7 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 18:00:07 -0500 849 11 full false "Repent!" What Does Repent Truly Mean? (6-10-21) "Repent!" What Does Repent Truly Mean? (6-10-21) Topics: Repent, Repentance, Metanoia, Metanoeo, Salvation, Walk According to the Flesh/Spirit, Seated in Heaven - Walk Talks Episode 10 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-10-21)

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]]> Topics: Repent, Repentance, Metanoia, Metanoeo, Salvation, Walk According to the Flesh/Spirit, Seated in Heaven - Walk Talks Episode 10 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-10-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 333ed3fc-54d8-4c56-9370-c7797a55bf22 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:58:04 -0500 760 10 full false Common Church Errors, Part 1 (6-6-21) Common Church Errors, Part 1 (6-6-21) Topics: Complete in Christ, Sanctification, Church Attendance, False Prophets, Fruit Production, Identity, Colossians 2, Hebrews 10:25, Keep the Sabbath, Freedom - Walk Talks Episode 9 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-6-21)

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]]> Topics: Complete in Christ, Sanctification, Church Attendance, False Prophets, Fruit Production, Identity, Colossians 2, Hebrews 10:25, Keep the Sabbath, Freedom - Walk Talks Episode 9 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-6-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 859edc48-b62b-48e9-ba97-c2214e52f1c4 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:56:00 -0500 876 9 full false Hebrews 10:26: What If We Deliberately Keep On Sinning? (6-5-21) Hebrews 10:26: What If We Deliberately Keep On Sinning? (6-5-21) Topics: Hebrews 10, Romans 5, Romans 6, Romans 14, Fearful Judgement, Unbelief, Covenant Differences, Willful Sins, Trample on the Spirit of Grace - Walk Talks Episode 8 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-5-21)

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]]> Topics: Hebrews 10, Romans 5, Romans 6, Romans 14, Fearful Judgement, Unbelief, Covenant Differences, Willful Sins, Trample on the Spirit of Grace - Walk Talks Episode 8 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-5-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 5d515704-ae84-4c04-a024-293be05ad588 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:53:33 -0500 712 8 full false You Cannot Lose Your Salvation (6-4-21) You Cannot Lose Your Salvation (6-4-21) Topics: The Power of the Cross, Promise Between God and God, Hebrews 6, Inheritance, Repent - Walk Talks Episode 7 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-4-21)

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]]> Topics: The Power of the Cross, Promise Between God and God, Hebrews 6, Inheritance, Repent - Walk Talks Episode 7 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-4-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 1caaed7c-bcbb-49a1-a4c7-08f421649d09 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:51:20 -0500 696 7 full false You Don't Have a Wicked, Sinful, Deceitful Heart (6-2-21) You Don't Have a Wicked, Sinful, Deceitful Heart (6-2-21) Topics: The New Heart, Ezekiel 36:26, Hebrews 10:16, Jeremiah 31, Heart to Head, The New Covenant - Walk Talks Episode 6 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-2-21)

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]]> Topics: The New Heart, Ezekiel 36:26, Hebrews 10:16, Jeremiah 31, Heart to Head, The New Covenant - Walk Talks Episode 6 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 6-2-21)

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]]> Matt McMillen 76ab8138-e5e8-4bbb-9305-e3eef3411dee Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:47:06 -0500 794 6 full false You Are 100% Righteous (5-30-21) You Are 100% Righteous (5-30-21) Topics: Righteousness "In" Christ, Romans 3, Colossians 2, 1 John 4, False Humility, Be Yourself, Carry Your Cross - Walk Talks Episode 5 (Instagram Live Rebroadcast 5-30-21)

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