Tag: christianity
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DEEPER DIVE John 15 — Remain, Receive, Recognize
July 19, 2026 | | Sunday Deeper Dive TEACHING SEQUENCE 1. Remain in Christ (vv. 1–5) — The source of spiritual life and the necessity of dependent perseverance. 2. Receive the Father’s pruning (vv. 2, 6) — How to understand suffering, correction, change, and relationships. 3. Remain in Christ’s love (vv.…
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John 15: Remaining in Christ
Central Truth Jesus does not call His disciples to manufacture spiritual life, force visible results, or prove their worth to God. He calls them to remain in Him. As branches depend upon the vine, believers depend completely upon Christ for spiritual life, character, endurance, obedience, love, prayer, and faithful witness. Biblical Text John 15:1–27 1.…
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John 15: Misconceptions
John 15: Misconceptions 1. Misconception: God Loves Us Only When We Obey Him Jesus says: “If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love.”John 15:10 This does not mean that obedience purchases Christ’s love. Jesus first says: “Just as the Father has loved Me, I also have loved you; remain in My love.”John…
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John 15: Misconceptions
1. Misconception: God Loves Us Only When We Obey Him Jesus says: “If you keep My commandments, you will remain in My love.”John 15:10 This does not mean that obedience purchases Christ’s love. Jesus first says: “Just as the Father has loved Me, I also have loved you; remain in My love.”John 15:9 Christ’s love…
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Podcast Episode: Faith, Identity, And Grace
John Hargrove’s blog, Seeking Truth and Reality, explores themes of grace, loyalty, legacy, and identity. Key insights include viewing grace as a constant presence, defining loyalty through understanding Yahweh, recognizing the generational transmission of values, and cautioning against algorithm-driven self-identity. These interlinked concepts encourage deeper self-reflection and faith.
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No Other Gods
DEEPER DIVE Yahweh’s Authority and the Things That Compete for It A Three-Part Study Source of Old Faith Church Preface — Why This Study, Why Now We live in a moment where everybody’s got a megaphone and a hot take. Every claim about God, truth, or who’s really in charge shows up pre-packaged — run…
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Everyone Is Tired, Even If They Don’t Say It
Many individuals experience hidden exhaustion that manifests silently behind daily responsibilities and societal expectations. This exhaustion is often physical, emotional, or spiritual and can lead to feelings of isolation and discouragement. Faithfulness amidst fatigue is significant to God, who offers strength and presence to those weary. The church should recognize and support those who are…
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John 10: The Good Shepherd and the Claims of Christ
The study of John 10 focuses on Jesus’ claims as the Good Shepherd and the Gate, examining his confrontation with the Pharisees. Participants explore theological implications, including Jesus’ voluntary sacrifice and unity with the Father. The session emphasizes textual observation, interpretation, and practical application of these key themes for understanding faith and leadership.
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Joe Richey
Joe, a 40-year-old father with stage 4 colon cancer, endures physical pain while maintaining a positive, faith-driven outlook. His experience highlights key truths: true life is rooted in Christ, God’s power shines through weakness, and life’s purpose is to witness, even amid suffering. His journey emphasizes that eternal reality transcends temporary hardships.
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John 9: The One Who Opens Eyes
John 9 explores the deeper implications of physical and spiritual blindness through the healing of a blind man by Jesus. It emphasizes that suffering serves as a stage for God’s work, highlights the unique method of healing as a Christological act, and contrasts authentic faith with the blindness of religious leaders, ultimately leading to worship.
John Hargrove Seeking Truth and Reality 