Morgan Bartlett

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Believers have assurance of salvation and security in God because Jesus Christ, who is at the right hand of God, has already passed through death and judgment. This assurance is rooted in God's love and the perfect work of Christ on the cross, where He bore the iniquity of all humanity and glorified the Father. Believers are called to walk as Jesus walked, demonstrating His love and humility in their interactions with others and compassion for the lost. This standard of walking as Christ walked is presented as a high but attainable goal, ultimately leading to conformity to His image in the future.

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Salvation is found through faith in Jesus Christ, not through adherence to the law or self-righteousness, as explained in Romans 10. This passage contrasts the desire for righteousness through works with the righteousness that comes by believing in Christ's resurrection and confessing Him as Lord. Faith is a response to hearing the Gospel, and the call is to personally accept Christ's invitation to find rest and life. Responding to God's call immediately is crucial, as procrastination carries eternal consequences.

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The fruit of the Spirit, as detailed in 1 Corinthians 13 and Galatians 5, is the divine production of love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance within a believer's life. These nine graces, exemplified by Christ, are not natural but spiritual, representing the transformation that occurs when one crucifies the flesh and lives, walks, and is led by the Spirit. The sermon emphasizes that love is the greatest of these virtues, encompassing all others, and that true Christian progress is measured by growth in love, leading to a life that reflects Christ's character.

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Extraordinary faith, grace, and power characterize true Christian life, as exemplified by Stephen in Acts. The early church experienced growth amidst persecution and internal murmuring, demonstrating that believers are transformed individuals. Stephen's character, marked by fullness of faith, the Holy Ghost, grace, and power, serves as a model for enduring suffering, forgiving enemies, and wielding spiritual influence. Believers are encouraged to maintain constant contact with God to access spiritual power, rather than relying on worldly influence.

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Deuteronomy 4:30 reveals God's enduring attributes: mercy, faithfulness, might, truth, and His eternal nature. God's abundant mercy is contrasted with earthly rulers and illustrated by biblical figures. His faithfulness is absolute, as He always keeps His promises and cannot deny Himself. God is presented as a mighty and terrible God, present with His people, ensuring their protection against any foe. He is also the God of truth, the ultimate antidote to falsehood, calling believers to embrace and share this liberating truth.

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Believers have assurance of salvation because their position is identical to that of Jesus Christ at the right hand of God, who has passed from death and judgment. This assurance, however, brings the responsibility to walk as Jesus walked, demonstrating dependence on God's will, serving others in love, and showing compassion to the lost. While we fall short of this standard now, the ultimate hope is that believers will one day be conformed to Christ's image and see Him as He is.

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The invitation and imperative to come to Christ for salvation, drawing from Romans 10 and Jesus' own words in Matthew 11, John 5, and John 8. It highlights the contrast between God's persistent call and humanity's frequent refusal, emphasizing that salvation comes through faith in Christ, not through adherence to law or mere knowledge of scripture. The message underscores the seriousness of rejecting Christ, warning that such a choice leads to dying in one's sins with no further opportunity for salvation. It concludes with a direct appeal to accept Christ's invitation now, before it is too late, presenting Him as the only source of true rest and eternal life.

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The fruit of the Spirit as described in Galatians 5:22-23, emphasizing that these nine virtues—love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance—are not natural human qualities but are divinely produced within believers by the Holy Spirit. The message unpacks each virtue, explaining its meaning and significance, such as love being the greatest, joy being distinct from happiness, and peace being the ability to remain calm amidst crisis. It concludes by urging believers to live, walk, and be led by the Spirit, allowing these divine qualities to be reproduced in their lives, reflecting Christ to the world.

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The qualities of early Christians, particularly Stephen, as models for believers today. It highlights that while the early church experienced growth and revival, it also faced significant persecution, suggesting that prosperity and hardship often go hand-in-hand. The examples emphasize that early believers were not ordinary but extraordinary due to their full commitment and consecration, exemplified by Stephen's character. Stephen is presented as a man full of faith, the Holy Spirit, grace, and power, demonstrating how these qualities enabled him to endure suffering and forgive his persecutors, serving as a powerful example for contemporary Christians to emulate.

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Five attributes of God revealed in Deuteronomy: merciful, faithful, mighty, truthful, and eternal. It emphasizes God's abundant mercy, highlighting His faithfulness in keeping covenants and His mighty power to protect His people. The message stresses that God's truth is the ultimate antidote to falsehood and that His mercy, particularly displayed at the cross, is the foundation for forgiveness. Ultimately, believers are called to be faithful witnesses to God's truth and power in a world that often rejects it.