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BUILDING ON BEDROCK
by Steve Losee
Gleaned from over 40 years of ministry, these "Reflections" are my attempt to combat the growing indifference to Scripture in churches, and to help Christians "be ready with an answer".
Episodes
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BLESSING THEM - CURSING HIM
Here we finish with God's initial blessing of Abram, and consider its ramifications for us today. Some of us can rejoice...and some of us need to repent. But then, we all do sometimes. As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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ISRAEL - A GREAT NATION
One of the most timely messages I've given here, considering Netanyahu's speech at the UN. God loves all people groups and wants all to be saved...but He has promised a certain piece of Real Estate to one group. The Entire Bible is God's Word, including Genesis 12! As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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THE CALLING OF ABRAM
When God called Abram, he focused much more on what he was leaving than where he was going. That's often the case with us, as well. Following Jesus is a lifelong adbventure! And at age 77 I have reasons to be sure of that! As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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Building on Bedrock - Synagogues, Summary and Conclusion
Here is the final wrapup of the series that began in January. It has been difficult and controversial, but I'm convinced it's both Biblical and essential for the future until the Lord Jesus Christ returns. May God bless and encourage very listener!
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Building on Bedrock - gentleness and Self-Control
This is our final look at how the Character of Christ should be reflected in local assemblies, notably, the Fruit of the Spirit. One more episode and "Building on Bedrock" will be completed.
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Building on Bedrock - Longsuffering and Kindness
This is a double episode: we consider 2 aspects of the Fruit of the Spirit: longsuffering, or patience, and kindness. May all believers reflect these qualities every day of our lives.
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Building on Bedrock - Peace is a Person
We're examining the Fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22 and 23 as the character of Christ manifested in the body of Christ. As always, I hope it's an encouragement and a blessing!
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Building on Bedrock - Spiritual Joy
We continue our consideration of the Fuit of the Spirit as an aspect of "Christ in Session"; the Corporate Christ in action! We "reflect" on the difference between Joy and happiness. As always, I hope it's a blessing and an encouragement!
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Building on Bedrock - The Love of God
In our examination of the New Testmaent model for local churches, we turn from the power and authority of Christ to His character. The first and primary aspect of that is God's Agape Love. May we all reflect it to each other and our neighbors!
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Building on Bedrock - the Teaching Ministry
In this series we've already seen how Christ should be manifested in local churches in POWER: basically, Holy Spirit giftings. With this episode, we complete how He should be manifested in AUTHORITY: Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists, Shepherds and Teachers. The final way He should be seen in us,...
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Building on Bedrock - Pastors and Teachers
Keeping in mind that all these authoritative ministries are TEAMS and not individuals, we consider the role of "shepherds" in the local churches. While they are related to teachers, and often the same office, our tranditons have clouded the true functions of these offices. May God steer us away...
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Building on Bedrock - New Testament Evangelists
Outside of Jesus Himself, we have only one example of Evangelist in the New Testament: Philip, who started out in Acts 6 as a deacon. As always, I hope this episode is a blessing, an encouragement...and a push in the rith direction.
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Building on Bedrock - Prophets in the Churches
Almost everybody who reads the title of this episode will think he or she knows what I say in it, and most of them will be wrong. It's a controversial subject, and what I say won't really support any of the more vocal positions. Whether you agree or disagree, I hop it'll be a blessing and an...
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Building on Bedrock Addendum - The Signs of an Apostle
This episode is based on 2 Cor. 12:12 which mentions "the signs of an apostle". I believe both cessationists and charismaniacs abuse this verse. The important words are "among you", and I seek to understand the verse that way. And there ARE warnings about "false signs". Let's always seek for...
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Building on Bedrock - Authoritative Ministries
We now turn to Ephesians 4:11 and consider the list of ministries that God gave to the church. This is a controversial topic, but I believe this perspective will help the believers in the days to come. As always, I hope it's a blessing!
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Building on Bedrock - New Testament Prophecy
With the pouring out of God's Holy Spirit on all His people, the nature of prophecy changed. Now it is to be evaluated by the other believers. The last section of First Corinthians chapter 14 teach about this subject. As always, I hope this is an encouragement and a blessing!
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BUILDING ON BEDROCK - THE NORMAL CHURCH SERVICE
Like they used to say on the radio and TV shows: "Keep those cards & letters comin'!" Here we examine the next few verses in First Corinthians 14 about what should happen when Christians get together. I'm looking forward to hearing from you about it, even if you disagree. but, as alwasy, I do…
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BUILDING ON BEDROCK - PRAYING, SINGING, BLESSING
Continuing in First Corinthians 14, we examine verses 15 through 19. I'm not trying to take doctrinal sides in this, but to examine everything in the passage, regardless of denominational positions. Please remember that I'm seeking and sharing what I'm convinced is Truth, not Trends nor…
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BUILDING ON BEDROCK - TONGUES AND INTERPRETATION
Here I examine 1 Cor. 14: 1-15. I tried not to ignore anything in this passage, but I DID ignore all the various church traditions about it (except to correct one or two). I'm especially excited to announce "Christ in Session" meetings at Discover Church in Camp Hill, PA startiing Tuesday, April…
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CHRIST IN SESSION -WHAT REALLY CEASED
It's no accident that this message follows several on agape Love. I present this with the firm conviction that the ONLY thing that "ceased" with the completion of the Bible was...the writing of the Bible! Whether you agree or disagree, I pray this message causes prayerful examination of God's…
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CHRIST IN SESSION - LOVE IN ACTION
I have to apologize for the lack of professionalism in this one. I'm not really tech-savvy, so something I don't understand made it impossible for me to edit out all the grunts, snorts, false starts and verbal pauses. I hope it's a blessing and encouragement anyway. God bless!
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CHRIST IN SESSION 5 - ONE BODY, MANY MEMBERS
Picking up where the last episode left off, we examine First Corinthians 12, verses 22 through 27. We can't operate in the supernatural manifestation and gifts without understanding the dynaics of the Body of Christ in action, and we need to be properly realted to each other. As always, I hope…
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CHRIST IN SESSION FOUR - UNITY IN DIVERSITY
Continuing our controversial series on how the Body of Christ is designed to function, we examine 1 Corinthians 12, verses 12 abd 13. Even ministries that emphasize teaching of God's Word verse by verse tend to glide over this. This may surprise some saints. but, as Al Jolson used to say, "You...
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CHRIST IN SESSION 3 - THE MANIFESTATION OF THE SPIRIT
The subject of "gifts of the Spirit" is controversial, and I'm sorry to say I don't agree with any of the popular positions on the subject. But I do believe that a proper understanding of this truth can liberate local churches from the clutches of either demonic chaos or legalistic control.…
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CHRIST IN SESSION 2
Has Church tradition crippled the Church? Not in most ways, but certainly in some! Here we begin to examine 1 Corinthians 12 through 14 without using the "lens" of any denominational bias. I welcome all responses, even if you disagree! My hope is to prepare Christians for coming changes in our...
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Christ in Session Part 1 - Romans 12
Here we begin to examine a hotly debated topic: spiritual gifts. I don't want to be guilty of either over or under emphasizing them. This will probably be a whole new perspective for many, since I'm not a devotee of any specific "camp" regarding this. Please let me know what you think! Blessings!
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BUILDING ON BEDROCK - GARMENTS AND WINESKINS
Christ Himself is the foundation the Church is built on. What are we building on this foundation, and how are we building it? This answer is controversial: radically Biblical and Biblically radical! I left the music off this one: straight Bible sharing. Which do you prefer?
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BUILDING ON BEDROCK Introduction
Here I begin to examine what the New Testament says about how "church" is designed to function. I'm not trying to shock or upset anyone. I am trying to prepare believeers for what might be in our near future. I hope it encourages those who hear this word. Pleases let me know your thoughts!
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THE NECESSITY OF GOD'S LAW
Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 19, we begin the second part: God's Revelation in Scripture. This all-important theme appears throught the Bible, as it should As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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THE SUN REVEALS THE SON
We continue our Reflections on Psalm 19, learning how even our natural world reveals our Creator and Redeemer to us! I trust it's a blessing!
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THE HEAVENS DECLARE, PART 2
In our last Reflection we focused on Psalm 19 verse 1. This time we'll look at the first 3 verses together. Let's let our understanding and perception of our Creator and Redeemer be broadened and deepened by His Word.
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THE HEAVENS DECLARE THE GLORY OF GOD
We begin Reflecting on Psalm 19, and we don't get any further than the Truth-packed first verse! As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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THE HERITAGE OF FAITH
Continuing Genesis 13, we see Lot's foolish and selfish choice, and how God blessed Abram! I don't know where the "underwater" effect came from, and I hope it's not distracting. Blessings, listeners!
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WHEN UNITY MEANS SEPARATION
Continuing through Genesis, we see through the separation of Abram from Lot that there are times when separation is not only the best way to maintain unity, but is actually God's will. May you be comforted and blessed by God's Word!
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CALLING ON THENAME OF THE LORD
After a long hiatus, we return to the Book of Genesis. We pick up where we left off, Abram's return to Canaan after his sojourn in Egypt. In this God-breathed text, we find some valuable lessons for life in the 21st century! As always, I hope it's a blessing!
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PSALM 18 CONCLUSION
It took 14 Reflections to cover all of Psalm 18, but we finally did it. This one completes the Reflecting and then reviews the entire Psalm. As always, I hope it's a blessing!
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VENGEANCE BELONGS TO OUR PRAISEWORTHY GOD
Nearing the end of Psalm 18, this Reflection focuses on the exhortation to leave "getting even" with God, and just how praiseworthy He is. How much true content does our prainsing the Lord contain? As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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GOD'S VICTORIES
Contiinuing our Reflections on Psalm 18, we see how David gave God the credit for all his victories, making them God's rather than his. This was written as an example to us: are we doing the same thing, or are we taking credit for God's victories?
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OUR WARFARE
In Psalm 19, verses 37 through 42, the Holy Spirit inspired David to write about his natural enemies. But the principles also apply to our spiritual enemies today!
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MY HIGH PLACES
Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 18, we come to what may be the most well-known portion of it. But because it's well-known, that doesn't mean it's well understood. I make no claims to exclusive truth, but I do think we need to continually question our presuppositions when we approach God's…
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GOD ENLIGHTENS OUR DARKNESS
Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 18, we notice how only God can bring His light into our lives. We need to trust Him for everything. And, of course, we CAN trust Him for everything! As always, I hope it's a blessing!
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FACING OUR ENEMIES
Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 18, we join David as he gets real about his circumstances in God's presence. Let's put away our religious facades and be real as well in His presence so that His responses will be just as real!
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WHEN GOD REBUKES
We continue Reflecting on Psalm 18. I know this kind of title doesn't get many downloads, but I'm committed to not skipping anything in God's Word. Also, it's ablessing to see how often God rebukes ON OUR BEHALF, as well as seeing His reasons for rebuking us. May we find comfort and encouragement...
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WHEN GOD RESPONDS
Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 18, we consider the God-breathed poetic description of God's response to the prayers of His people. As always, I hope it's a blessing!
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THE PANGS OF DEATH
Continuing our Reflections on Psalm 18, we look at a time when not only David, but all of us definitely "cry out to God". Let's stop feeling guilty and hiding our struggles. Then we can take them to the Lord honestly. As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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OUR REFUGE, SHIELD AND STRENGTH
We continue our Reflections on Psalm 18. I don't know how the beginning got chopped off, and I apologize. The day's schedule keeps me from doing it again & I don't have tech support. But I hope it's a blessing in spite of the abrupt start.
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GOD THE ROCK
WE continue our Reflections on the great Psalm 18, this time focusing on one of the titles David gives God: the Rock. We show how this image permeates the entire Bible and is practical for us today. God bless you as you listen! (PS: I left one blooper in. Let me know if you find it!)
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LOVING THE LORD
We now move from the introduction to Psalm 18 to the first verse. David obviously loved the Lord, and that says a lot to us today! As always, I hope it's a full blessing.
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SERVANT OF GOD
Today we begin to Reflect on Psalm 18, a long, Messianic Song also recorded in Second Samuel 22. This Reflection won't get past the introduction, which calls David "the servant of the Lord". And he's in excellent company with that title! Are we? As always, I hope it's a blessing.
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HOW TO "BE PERFECT"
This concludes our Reflections on the fifth chapter of the Gospel of Matthew, and the first third of the Kingdom Manifesto, commonly called "the Sermon on the Mount." This ends with Jesus saying, "Therefore be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect." How could we ever do that?!? Well…
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Gleaned from over 40 years of ministry, these "Reflections" are my attempt to combat the growing indifference to Scripture in churches, and to help Christians "be ready with an answer".
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Steve Losee
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