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John 6:16-29 (view passage online)
This message critiques the ‘church growth’ philosophy of marketing to the unchurched, contrasting it with the church’s true mission. The church is called to faithfully preach God’s Word and equip believers for ministry, not to simply entertain people.
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Galatians 2:16-3:3 (view passage online)
Paul explains that because he has been crucified with Christ, he no longer lives under the law but for God. His new life is lived by faith in Jesus, whose death would have been pointless if righteousness could be earned through the law.
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Galatians 1:15-2:5 (view passage online)
When Peter separated himself from Gentile believers out of fear, Paul confronted his hypocrisy publicly. This incident reinforces the core gospel truth that a person is justified by faith in Christ, not by obeying the works of the law.
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Joshua 2 (view passage online)
After chapters of judgment for Israel’s spiritual adultery, the book of Hosea closes with a tender call to repentance. It shows God’s pursuing love and His faithful promise to heal and restore His people if they will return to Him.
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Galatians 2:11-16 (view passage online)
Paul describes his visit to Jerusalem where he defended the gospel of grace against false teachers who wanted to add legalism. The Jerusalem apostles affirmed his message, extending fellowship and agreeing he should continue his mission to the Gentiles.