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July 10, 2018 Mitch Bedzyk
Idolatry and Worship: Form Matters (part 2)

Idolatry and Worship: Form Matters (part 2)

July 10, 2018 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living Idolatry

When our worship is not shaped by God's Word we can easily fall into idolatry, worshiping the right God the wrong way, regardless of our intentions.

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Idolatry and Worship: Form Matters

Idolatry and Worship: Form Matters (part 1)

July 3, 2018 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study Exodus

When our worship is not shaped by God's Word we can easily fall into idolatry, worshiping the right God the wrong way, regardless of our intentions.

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The Importance of Memorizing Scripture | Elmira Christian Center

The Importance of Memorizing Scripture

June 22, 2018 Posted By: Jaynie Laprade Bible Study memorization

Memorizing Scripture helps us truly grasp, meditate on, and live in light of God's character, his promises, and his commands.

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Picking a Fight with the World

Picking a Fight with the World

June 12, 2018 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living

Inherent in the gospel is the condemnation of this world, and when we preach such a gospel, we cannot help but start a fight

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Discipleship in the Local Church

Discipleship in the Local Church

May 25, 2018 Posted By: Brianna Bedzyk Christian Living

Inter-generational discipleship is how we grow in godliness and adorn the gospel for the onlookers of the world. Here are three simple reminders why we need to be passionate for discipleship in the local church

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How We Ought to Speak

How We Ought to Speak

April 30, 2018 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Christian Living Colossians

As Christians, we ought to speak with theological precision and clarity. Preaching the gospel with creativity and novelty is nothing to celebrate when it comes at the expense of the truth.

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