The NCBC gave a tribute to Pastor Dan Inghram for his 17 years of faithful service as the pastor for the NCBC.

Pastor Dean recounts his experiences while in the Ukraine teaching at Jim Meyer’s church during which the initial invasion by Russia occurred.

Review of types of sin. Can a “true believer“ love the things of this world and God at the same time (1 Jn 2:15)? God the Holy Spirit can empower you to submit and resist (Jam 4:7). The Lord Jesus Christ is our example (Mt 4).

Types of sin. Our sins move us away from God. Tactics to combat different types of sin (1 Jn 1:9, 2:15; Js 4:7). General discussion, including Q&A.

Communion: The purpose of the Lord’s table is to remember Him. Review of salvation (2 Cor 5:21), including imputation (Rom 5:12) and substitutionary death. Walking by means of Spirit (Gal 5:16-18; Rom 7-8).

Review of salvation. What it means to walk with God (sanctification) (Gal 4:10; Jas 4:17). Deeper dive into “Lordship salvation” (Eph 2:8-10; Jn 3:16). 

What does it mean to walk by means of the Spirit (Rom 8:1-8)? Your ability to cope with life is dependent on your relationship with God. The Christian life starts with salvation (Acts 16:31; Jn 20:30-31) What does “that” refer to in Eph 2:8-9?

What makes the Christian faith different (Heb 11:6; Rom 12:2)? Christianity is primarily about a mindset (Phil 2:5-8). This mindset inspires our actions. Phases of salvation (Jn 3:16; Rom 12:2; Rom 13:11). Belief is a persuasion (Acts 28:24).

Communion: The sacrifice that the world awaited (Isa 53:4-6). Miracles and signs continued. Jesus cleanses the temple (Jn 2:13-21). Review of Passover (Ex 12) and the temple. The Old Testament believers looked forward to Messiah’s redeeming work. We look back at what He has already done.

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