Bible Principles Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dr. Gene A Getz
In just 2 minutes a day Gene Getz will walk you through the entire Bible! Each podcast is based one of the 1500 principles in his Life Essentials Study Bible.
God’s Household Model - Day 1
1 Thessalonians 2:7-12
All spiritual leaders should model faith, hope, and love to those they lead, encouraging all believers to reflect these same qualities of maturity.
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Principle 5 – Labor Motivated by Love
1 Thessalonians 1:2-3
The greatest measurement of maturity in any local church is the degree to which believers love one another as Christ loved us.
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Principle 4 – Endurance Inspired by Hope
1 Thessalonians 1:2-3
The second measure of maturity in a local church is the degree to which believers endure with the certainty of their eternal hope in Christ.
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Principle 3 – Work Produced by Faith
1 Thessalonians 1:2-3
The first measure of maturity in a local church is the degree to which believers are doing good works produced by a living faith.
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Principle 2 – Mature Leaders
1 Thessalonians 1:2-3
The biblical measurement of success in our churches is the degree of faith, hope, and love that is visible among believers.
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Principle 1 – Models of Maturity
1 Thessalonians 1:2-3
As local churches, we are to become models of faith, hope, and love—modeling the very life of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 30, Matthew – The Unpardonable Sin
Matthew 12:15-32
We should assure people that they have not committed the unpardonable sin and encourage them to receive the gift of eternal life.
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Principle 29, Matthew – Inappropriate Traditions
Matthew 12:1-14
We should periodically evaluate our traditions in order to make sure they do not violate Christ’s compassionate example or the clear teachings of Scripture.
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Principle 28, Matthew – Imitating Christ
Matthew 11:16-30
When we face persecution, we are to imitate the Lord’s gentle, humble, and sacrificial example.
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Principle 27, Matthew Doubt and Disillusionment
Matthew 10:16-11:15
Regardless of our maturity in Christ, we should expect crises that are sometimes disillusioning.
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Principle 26 – Matthew, Equipping Leaders
Matthew 9:37-10:15
To carry out the Great Commission effectively, spiritual leaders must equip others to assist them who in turn will multiply this process in the lives of others.
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Matthew Principle 22 - Good Shepherds
To be effective, pastors are to imitate Christ's love and compassion.
Matthew 9:18-36
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Matthew Principle 24 - Function and Form
When we worship God, we are to determine both our practices and our patterns by using God's truth in Scripture as our primary criteria, not cultural traditions.
Matthew 9:14-17
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Matthew Principle 23 - Witnessing for Christ
To present the gospel to those who are lost we are to associate with them, but we must never compromise biblical values.
Matthew 9:9-13
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The God-Man
Matthew Principle 22 - Matthew 8:18-27
The more we get to know Jesus Christ, the more we should be in awe of who He really is!
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Physical Healing
Principle 21 – Matthew 8:1-17
Though we are to pray for physical healing, we must differentiate between spiritual healing for salvation and physical healing for the body.
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A Solid Foundation
Principle 20 – Matthew 7:24-29
To withstand the vicissitudes of life, we must put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ—who He is, what He has done for all of us, and what He taught.
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The Way of Salvation
Principle 19 – Matthew 7:13-23
To be true to the Scriptures, we must believe and teach that faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the one and only way to inherit eternal life.
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Persistent Prayer
Principle 18 – Matthew 7:7-12
To apply Christ’s teachings, we must have supernatural strength that is released in our lives through prayer.
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Judgmental Hypocrisy
Principle 17 – Matthew 7:1-6
When we confront fellow believers because of sin in their lives, we are to make sure we have dealt properly with our own sin.
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Establishing Priorities
Principle 16 – Matthew 6:25-34
To avoid anxiety, we should consistently put God first in all that we do—including the way we view and use our material possessions.
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Principle 15 – Matthew, Eternal Treasures
Matthew 6:19-24
We are to measure our spiritual health by the way we use our material possessions to help make disciples of all nations.
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Principle 14 – Matthew, Honoring God
Matthew 6:16-18
When we give, pray, and fast, we should do so with pure motives that glorify God and not ourselves.
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Principle 13 – Matthew, Experiencing God’s Forgiveness
Matthew 6:1-15
To maintain intimate fellowship with God and one another, we must forgive those who sin against us.
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Principle 12 – Matthew, Loving as Christ Loved
Matthew 5:38-48
We are to imitate Jesus in the way He related to people who were selfish, prejudiced, judgmental, hateful, and vengeful.
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Principle 11 – Matthew, Practicing Integrity
Matthew 5:31-37
We are to build all relationships on trust and honesty.
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Spiritual Growth – Day 5
Principle 4, 1 Pet. 2:1-5
To grow together as God’s children, we must deliberately and consistently learn the Scriptures.
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Spiritual Growth – Day 4
Principle 4, 1 Pet. 2:1-5
To grow together as God’s children, we must deliberately and consistently learn the Scriptures.
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Spiritual Growth – Day 3
Principle 4, 1 Pet. 2:1-5
To grow together as God’s children, we must deliberately and consistently learn the Scriptures.
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Spiritual Growth – Day 2
Principle 4, 1 Pet. 2:1-5
To grow together as God’s children, we must deliberately and consistently learn the Scriptures.
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Spiritual Growth - Day 1
Principle 4, 1 Pet. 2:1-5
To grow together as God’s children, we must deliberately and consistently learn the Scriptures.
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Principle 3, 1 Pet. 1:13-25
Living Transformed Lives – Day 5
We must never compromise the message that all human beings need to be saved by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 3, 1 Pet. 1:13-25.
Living Transformed Lives – Day 4
We must never compromise the message that all human beings need to be saved by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 25 – Unity in Christ
1 Corinthians 12:1-26
As members of local churches, we should be committed to manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit and becoming unified in Christ.
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Principle 24 – A Sacred Remembrance
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
When we participate in the Lord’s Supper, we should reflect deep care and concern for all members of Christ’s body.
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Principle 23 – Interpreting Scripture Accurately
1 Corinthians 10:14-11:16
We must be careful not to superimpose on Scripture particular forms that are never spelled out in a definitive way.
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Principle 22 – Lessons From Scripture
1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13
As we read the biblical story, we are to learn lessons that relate particularly to God’s discipline on his people when they persistently violated his will.
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Principle 21 – Freedom in Form
1 Corinthians 9:19-23
We should use a variety of means and methods to communicate the biblical message, but we are never to compromise biblical values.
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A Principle to Live By – Applying God’s Word - Day 5
Principle 5, James 1:19-27
To please God, we must not only listen to His Word but also put it into practice
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A Principle to Live By – Applying God’s Word - Day 4
Principle 5, James 1:19-27
To please God, we must not only listen to His Word but also put it into practice
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A Principle to Live By – Applying God’s Word - Day 3
Principle 5, James 1:19-27
To please God, we must not only listen to His Word but also put it into practice
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A Principle to Live By – Applying God’s Word - Day 2
Principle 5, James 1:19-27
To please God, we must not only listen to His Word but also put it into practice
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A Principle to Live By – Applying God’s Word - Day 1
Principle 5, James 1:19-27
To please God, we must not only listen to His Word but also put it into practice.
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A Principle to Live By – Temptation and Rationalization - Day 2
Principle 4, James 1:13-18
We must take full responsibility for our sinful attitudes and actions.
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A Principle to Live By – Temptation and Rationalization - Day 1
Principle 4, James 1:13-18
We must take full responsibility for our sinful attitudes and actions.
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A Principle to Live By – A Biblical Priority - Day 3
Principle 3, James 1:9-12
Regardless of our earthly possessions, we are to remember that what ultimately matters is our eternal inheritance.
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A Principle to Live By – A Biblical Priority - Day 2
Principle 3, James 1:9-12
Regardless of our earthly possessions, we are to remember that what ultimately matters is our eternal inheritance.
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A Principle to Live By – A Biblical Priority - Day 1
Principle 3, James 1:9-12
Regardless of our earthly possessions, we are to remember that what ultimately matters is our eternal inheritance.
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Principle 2 – Wisdom From Above - Day 5
James 1:5-8
To face trials with a proper perspective, we must seek God's wisdom through faith and pray
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Principle 2 – Wisdom From Above - Day 4
James 1:5-8
To face trials with a proper perspective, we must seek God's wisdom through faith and prayer.
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Principle 2 – Wisdom From Above - Day 3
James 1:5-8
To face trials with a proper perspective, we must seek God's wisdom through faith and prayer.
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Principle 2 – Wisdom From Above - Day 2
James 1:5-8
To face trials with a proper perspective, we must seek God's wisdom through faith and prayer.
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Principle 2 – Wisdom From Above - Day 1
James 1:5-8
To face trials with a proper perspective, we must seek God's wisdom through faith and prayer.
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James- Principle 1, Persecution and Trials - Day 5
When we face various trials, we should ask God to help us view these painful experiences as opportunities to become more mature in our
spiritual walk with Jesus Christ.
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James- Principle 1, Persecution and Trials - Day 4
When we face various trials, we should ask God to help us view these painful experiences as opportunities to become more mature in our
spiritual walk with Jesus Christ.
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James- Principle 1, Persecution and Trials - Day 3
When we face various trials, we should ask God to help us view these painful experiences as opportunities to become more mature in our
spiritual walk with Jesus Christ.
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James- Principle 1, Persecution and Trials - Day 2
When we face various trials, we should ask God to help us view these painful experiences as opportunities to become more mature in our
spiritual walk with Jesus Christ.
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James- Principle 1, Persecution and Trials - Day 1
When we face various trials, we should ask God to help us view these painful experiences as opportunities to become more mature in our
spiritual walk with Jesus Christ.
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Principle 20 – Demonstrating Pure Motives
1 Corinthians 9:1-18
When engaged in evangelistic efforts, we must be cautious in receiving financial support from unbelievers as well as those who initially respond to the gospel.
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Principle 19 – Using Knowledge Responsibly
1 Corinthians 8:1-13
As we grow in biblical knowledge, we are to use this knowledge in a loving, responsible way.
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Principle 18 – Maintaining Priorities
1 Corinthians 7:25-40
Whatever decisions we make as believers, we should consider how these decisions will enable us to serve the Lord Jesus Christ more effectively.
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Principle 17 – Equality in Christ
1 Corinthians 7:17-24
When we receive the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior, we should serve God faithfully in whatever circumstances we find ourselves.
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Principle 16 – Mixed Marriages
1 Corinthians 7:10-16
Christians who are married to unbelievers should view their relationships as sacred.
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Principle 15 – The Gift of Sex
1 Corinthians 7:1-9
We are to view sex as a sacred gift from God to be used only within the bonds of marriage.
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Principle 14 – Using Freedom Responsibly
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
Though we live under grace, we are never to use our freedom in Christ to violate His will.
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Principle 13 – Living Transformed Lives
1 Corinthians 6:1-11
When we become followers of Jesus Christ, we are no longer to function in the world as if we are still a part of the world.
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Principle 12 – Church Discipline
1 Corinthians 5:1-13
For local churches to become mature in Christ, church leaders must exercise proper church discipline.
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Principle 11 – Self-Defense
1 Corinthians 4:6-21
When we are falsely accused, it is not wrong to defend ourselves, but we should also have someone who knows us well verify our true character.
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Principle 10 – Prideful Perceptions
1 Corinthians 4:1-5
To evaluate the maturity of our spiritual leaders, we must make sure we are spiritually mature ourselves.
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Principle 9 – God’s Direct Discipline
1 Corinthians 3:16-23
We should warn Christians who are dividing the church for selfish reasons that they may be directly and severely disciplined by God.
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Principle 8 – The True Foundation
1 Corinthians 3:5-15
We are faithfully to build the church on Christ—who He is and what He taught.
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Principle 7 – Becoming Like Christ
1 Corinthians 3:1-4
As Christ-followers we should become mature and follow His example in all of our relationships within the church.
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Principle 6 – Spiritual Wisdom
1 Corinthians 2:6-16
When we study the Word of God, we are to rely on the Holy Spirit to open our minds to understand God’s amazing plan of redemption as well as His will for our lives as followers of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – God’s Power
1 Corinthians 2:1-5
When presenting God’s truth, we should not depend upon our eloquence and personal strength but on God’s presence and power.
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Principle 4 – God’s Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Though we may be considered unwise and even foolish by the world’s standards, we must understand that by God’s standards, we are wise and discerning.
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Principle 3 – Worldly Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
We must continue to present the supernatural message boldly even though there are many educated people who consider salvation by faith in Christ foolishness.
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Principle 2 – Divisive Behavior
1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Though it’s natural to prefer certain spiritual leaders, we should not allow these preferences to create divisions in the church.
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Principle 1 – God’s Grace
1 Corinthians 1:1-9
To explain and appreciate God’s grace, we must understand the various ways this divine source is used in the New Testament.
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Principle 90 – Walking in the Will of God
Psalm 94:1-23
Since God knows our every thought, word, and deed, we should seek to live in God’s will every moment of every day.
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Principle 89 – Authentic Worship
Psalm 93:1-5
To be able to worship God authentically, we must come to know our Creator personally as our majestic, all powerful, eternal, and holy King.
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Principle 88 – Praising God Regularly
Psalm 92:1-15
To be productive spiritually, we should praise God all the days of our lives for His constant love and faithfulness.
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Principle 87 – God’s Protection
Psalms 91:1-16
When we face life-threatening circumstances, we can be sure that God will deliver us, whether in life or in death.
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Principle 86 – Using Our Time Wisely
Psalm 90:1-17
Regardless of our age, we should use each new day God gives us to live in His will.
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Principle 85 – God’s Faithfulness
Psalm 89:1-52
We should rely on God to keep His promises even though it may appear He is not faithful.
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Principle 84 – Depression and Distortions
Psalm 88:1-18
When we become depressed, we should be aware that we may distort reality as we reflect on the past, describe the present, and anticipate the future.
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Principle 83 – The City of God
Psalm 87:1-7
We should discover principles from Israel’s history that definitely apply to the functioning body of Christ.
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Principle 82 – Discovering God’s Ways
Psalm 86:1-17
To discover God’s will for our lives, we should read and study God’s Word regularly.
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Principle 81 – Spiritual Renewal
Psalm 85:1-13
As members of our local churches, we should help one another experience continual transformation into the image of Jesus Christ.
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Trustworthy Co-Workers / Motivated by God’s Grace
Principle 1, Titus 1:1-4 and Principle 6, Titus 2:11-14
All spiritual leaders should have dedicated co-workers whom they can trust to fulfill difficult ministry assignments.
To help Christians live godly lives, we should motivate them by clearly teaching the wonder of God’s saving grace.
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Principle 7, Titus 2:15-3:7
Conquering Evil with Good - Part 2
Without compromising our own faith, we are to do everything we can to demonstrate Christ-like qualities to unbelievers.
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Principle 7, Titus 2:15-3:7
Conquering Evil with Good - Part 1
Without compromising our own faith, we are to do everything we can to demonstrate Christ-like qualities to unbelievers.
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Motivated by God’s Grace - Part 1
Principle 6, Titus 2:11-14
To help Christians live godly lives, we should motivate them by clearly teaching the wonder of God’s saving grace.
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Motivated by God’s Grace - Part 1
Principle 6, Titus 2:11-14
To help Christians live godly lives, we should motivate them by clearly teaching the wonder of God’s saving grace.
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Knowing and Living - Part 4
Principle 5, Titus 2:1-10
We must not assume that teaching believers’ biblical truths about God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, and the second coming of Christ, will cause them to live in God’s will.
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Knowing and Living - Part 3
Principle 5, Titus 2:1-10
We must not assume that teaching believers’ biblical truths about God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, and the second coming of Christ, will cause them to live in God’s wi
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Knowing and Living - Part 2
Principle 5, Titus 2:1-10
We must not assume that teaching believers’ biblical truths about God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, and the second coming of Christ, will cause them to live in God’s will.
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Knowing and Living - Part 1
Principle 5, Titus 2:1-10
We must not assume that teaching believers’ biblical truths about God, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, salvation, and the second coming of Christ, will cause them to live in God’s will.
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Bold Confrontation
Principle 4, Titus 1:10-16
Spiritual leaders should confront false teachers with patience and gentleness, but when there is no positive response, they are to take more direct and decisive action.
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Principle 80 – God’s Sanctuary Today
Psalm 84:1-12
We are to be a living and unified sanctuary that reflects the divine unity that exists in the eternal community—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Principle 79 – Praying for Judgment
Psalm 83:1-18
When we pray for God’s judgment on the enemies of righteousness, ourprimary motive should be that these evil people seek the one true God.
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Principle 78 – Qualified Leadership
Psalm 82:1-8
We are to appoint leaders in the church who are spiritually qualified so that they will be good shepherds who care deeply for the needs of God’s people.
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Principle 77 – Avoiding Idolatry
Psalm 81:1-16
We are to be on guard against engaging in any form of idolatry.
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Principle 76 – Abiding in Christ
Psalm 80:1-19
We must live in close fellowship with the Lord Jesus Christ, drawing our strength from Him.
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Principle 75, Forgiveness of Sins
Psalm 78:9-72-Psalm 79:1-13
To experience continual forgiveness of sin and intimate fellowship with God, we must acknowledge our sins and then walk in God’s will.
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Principle 74, Parental Nurture
Psalm 78:1-8
As parents, we are to teach our children God’s eternal Word, and as pastors, we should make sure our churches support this teaching-learning process.
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Principle 73, Remembering God
Psalm 77:1-20
When we are discouraged and even feel forsaken by God, we should reflect on the Lord’s holiness, his power, and his past blessings and provisions.
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Principle 72, The Only Way
Psalm 76:1-12
We are to believe and teach the gospel message that only those who put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will inherit eternal life.
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Principle 71, A Call to Humility
Psalm 75:1-10
When we are tempted to be prideful, we should reflect on God’s sovereign grace and mercy in choosing us to be his children.
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Principle 70 – God’s Eternal Covenant
Psalm 74:1-23
No matter what happens in this life, we are to rest in God’s promise to bring us safely home to heaven.
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Principle 69 – Eternal Perspective
Psalm 73:1-28
We are to have an eternal perspective on material possessions rather than focusing on the temporary prosperity of the wicked.
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Principle 68 – Making Christ King
Psalm 72:1-20
As members of Christ’s church, we are to worship and serve Jesus Christ as our sovereign Lord and King.
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Principle 67 – Caring for the Elderly
Psalm 70:1-5; 71:1-24
As adult children as well as local church leaders, we are to make sure that elderly people are cared for properly.
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Principle 66 – Our Great High Priest
Psalm 69:1-36
When we face difficulties, we should approach God with confidence, knowing that the Lord Jesus Christ is our mediator and is continually representing us before God.
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Principle 65 – The Day of the Lord
Psalm 68:20-35
Knowing that at any moment the day of grace could end and usher in the Day of the Lord, we are to do our part in communicating the message of salvation to those who are unsaved.
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Psalm, Principle 64 – God’s Grace
Psalm 68:1-19
As ordinary people, we should rejoice that God has chosen to display His grace in our lives.
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Psalm, Principle 63 – Lord of All
Psalm 67:1-7
We are to share the gospel with all people regardless of their gender, ethnic backgrounds, color, creed, and economic status.
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Principle 62 – Witnessing through Praise
Psalm 66:1-20
We are to be ready to share with others what God has done for us through our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 61 – Generous Giving
Psalm 65:1-13
We are to give material gifts thankfully, joyfully, and consistently to help carry out the Great Commission.
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Titus 1 - The Mission of Church Leaders
In the New Testament, church leaders from every culture are called to one mission—to lead people into a deeper, life-changing maturity in Christ
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Principle 2 Interpreting Scripture Accurately Part 2
Titus 1:5-6
When using the qualities Paul outlined for selecting leaders, we must be sure to define and interpret each quality accurately.
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Principle 2 Interpreting Scripture Accurately Part 1
Titus 1:5-6
When using the qualities Paul outlined for selecting leaders, we must be sure to define and interpret each quality accurately.
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Principle 1 Trustworthy Co-Workers Part 2
Titus 1:1-4
All spiritual leaders should have dedicated co-workers whom they can trust to fulfill difficult ministry assignments.
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Principle 1 Trustworthy Co-Workers Part 1
Titus 1:1-4
All spiritual leaders should have dedicated co-workers whom they can trust to fulfill difficult ministry assignments.
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Principle 5 – Matthew, The Power of Scripture
Matthew 3:13-4:11
When we’re tempted to violate God’s will, we are to follow Jesus’ example and use Scripture to thwart Satan’s efforts.
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Principle 4 – Matthew, The Message of Repentance
Matthew 2:13-3:12
To have forgiveness of sins and to live in fellowship with God, we must experience true repentance.
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Principle 3 – Matthew, Worshipful Generosity
Matthew 2:1-12
We are always to use our material gifts to worship and praise God and His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 2 – Matthew, Demonstrating Grace
Matthew 1: 18-25
As believers, we are to extend mercy and grace toward those who are living out of the will of God.
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Principle 1 – Matthew, The Gift of Salvation
Matthew 1:1-17
No matter what our sinful condition, we should accept total forgiveness by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ, who lived, died, and rose again to redeem us from all sin.
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Model Prayers - Principle 3
COLOSSIANS 1:9-14
Model Prayers
We should consider how to use Paul’s inspired pastoral prayers creatively as we pray for one another.
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Reflections of Maturity - Principle 2
COLOSSIANS 1:3-8
Reflections of Maturity
Spiritual leaders’ primary goal should always be to produce local churches that reflect faith, hope, and love.
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Team Ministry - Principle 1
COLOSSIANS 1:1-2
Team Ministry
All spiritual leaders should endeavor to implement the team ministry model 1649 illustrated so often in Scripture.
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Principle 12 – Eternal Rewards
Philippians 4:10-17
Spiritual leaders whose materials needs are being met by fellow Christians should serve Christ faithfully in order to add to their supporters’ spiritual rewards in heaven.
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Principle 11 – Standing Firm
Philippians 4:1-9
No matter our circumstances in life, we are to stand firm in the Lord by being unified in our relationships, by seeking God’s help through prayer, and by imitating Jesus Christ.
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Philippians Principle 10 – Progressive Sanctification
To live in a manner worthy of the gospel, we must become more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Philippians Principle 9 – Made Righteous by Faith
To be faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ, we must never compromise the biblical teaching that we are made righteous by faith and faith alone.
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Philippians Principle 8 – Christ-like Examples
To help Christians understand and imitate Christ’s attitude of selflessness, humility, and self-sacrifice, we should expose them to spiritual leaders who model these qualities.
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Philippians Principle 7 – Exemplifying the Incarnation
To demonstrate to the world who Jesus Christ is we are to work out our salvation.
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Philippians Principle 6 – Imitating Christ
To live worthy of the gospel, we must live in harmony with one another, demonstrating Christ’s attitude of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice.
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Principle 10 – Proper Relationships
2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1
We should maintain spiritual fellowship with authentic spiritual leaders and avoid relationships with false prophets and deceptive teachers.
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Principle 9 – A True Test
2 Corinthians 6:3-13
To evaluate the depth of our commitment to Christ, we should consider the degree to which we are willing to endure discomfort as ambassadors for Christ.
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Principle 8 – Modeling the Message
2 Corinthians 5:1-21
To expose false religious leaders, we must first and foremost live authentic lives that demonstrate our faithfulness to Jesus Christ and his message.
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Principle 7 – An Eternal Perspective
2 Corinthians 4:1-18
No matter what our circumstances in this life, we are to focus on God’s grace and eternal values.
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Principle 6 – Living Letters
2 Corinthians 3:1-18
We are to evaluate our ministry effectiveness by the Christlike changes that take place in people’s lives.
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2 Corinthians Principle 5 – Concern and Anxiety
2 Corinthians 2:12-17
As brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ, we should expect periods of anxiety that relate to the impact of sin on our relationships.
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2 Corinthians Principle 4 – Spiritual Restoration
2 Corinthians 2:5-11
When we confront sin in the life of a fellow Christian, our primary goal should always be repentance and restoration.
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2 Corinthians Principle 3 – Transparent Communication
2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4
When our motive and actions are misunderstood, we should be open and honest with God, ourselves, and those who are confused or even critical.
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2 Corinthians Principle 2 – Prayer and Protection
2 Corinthians 1:8-11
When comforting others who are suffering, we should combine our concern with corporate prayer.
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2 Corinthians Principle 1 – A Perspective on Suffering
2 Corinthians 1:1-7
With God’s help, we should view our afflictions as opportunities to encourage and comfort others who are suffering.
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Romans Principle 34 – A Model of Encouragement
Romans 16:1-24
To live in God’s will, we are to remember in a special way those who have encouraged us.
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Romans Principle 33 – The Power of Prayer
Romans 15:30-33
To live in God’s will, we are to pray for one another, particularly when we face difficult challenges in our lives.
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Romans Principle 32 – Material Obligations
Romans 15:15-29
To live in God’s will, we are to reciprocate materially when we have been helped spiritually.
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Romans Principle 31 – Two-Dimensional Love
Romans 15:7-14
To live in God’s will, not only are we to accept one another but we are to instruct one another.
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Romans, Principle 30 – Pursuing Peace
Romans 15:1-6
To live in God’s will, we are to do all we can to create love and unity in the body of Christ.
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Romans Principle 29 – Protecting One Another
Romans 14:13-23
To live in God’s will, we are to avoid using our freedom in Christ in a way that causes another Christian to fall into sin.
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Romans Principle 28 – Accepting One Another
Romans 14:1-12
To live in God’s will, we are to avoid judging one another where God has given us freedom.
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Romans – Principle 27 – Walking in the Light
Romans 13:11-14
To live in God’s will, we are to walk according to the Spirit and not according to the flesh.
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Romans - Principle 26 - Loving One Another
Romans 13:8-10
To live in God’s will, we are to obey Christ’s new command.
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Romans, Principle 25 – Civic Responsibilities
Romans 13:1-7
To live in God’s will, we are to be good citizens.
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Romans, Principle 24 – Avoiding Vengeance
Romans 12:17-20
To live in God’s will, we are to demonstrate Christlike love to our enemies.
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Romans Principle 23 – Sincere Love
Romans 12:9-16
To live in God’s will, we are continually to demonstrate authentic love for one another.
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Romans Principle 22 – A Servant’s Heart
Romans 12:3-8
To live in God’s will, we are to humbly serve one another within the body of Jesus Christ.
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Romans Principle 21 – Christ-Centered Worship
Romans 11:33-36 – Romans 12:1-2
In view of God’s mercy, we are humbly to acknowledge His sovereign grace and worship Him by offering all parts of our bodies as a living sacrifice.
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Romans, Principle 20 – The Great Commission
Romans 11:1-32
Regardless of God’s future plan for Israel as a nation, our primary focus today should be on God’s present plan for both Jews and Gentiles.
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Romans, Principle 19 – Human Responsibility
Romans 9:30-10:1-21
We are to faithfully share with all people that they are responsible to respond to God’s mercy and grace.
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Romans, Principle 18 – God’s Sovereign Mercy
Romans 9:6-29
We must understand that God’s elective grace is not only based on who he is, but is also directly related to His love for all lost humanity.
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Romans, Principle 17 – A Compassionate Heart
Romans 9:1-5
We should develop a passion for all people who need to hear the good news regarding the gift of salvation.
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Romans, Principle 16 – Security in Christ
Romans 8:28-39
No matter the circumstances of life, we are to take comfort in the fact that we are secure in Christ, now and eternally.
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Principle 15 – Divine Prayer
Romans 8:18-27
When we become discouraged, we should remember the intercessory ministry both of the Holy Spirit and of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle – 14 – The Indwelling Spirit
Romans 8:1-17
When we face temptations to violate God’s will, we are to draw on the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit to enable us to be victorious over sin.
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Principle 13 – Inner Conflict
Romans 7:13-25
Even though we sincerely desire to walk in God’s will, we should expect inner struggles when choosing between doing right and doing wrong.
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Principle 12 – The Power of Scripture
Romans 7:1-12
To help people overcome their sinful attitudes and actions, we should continually expose them to the Word of God.
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Principle 11 – The Apostles’ Teaching
Romans 6:15-23
To walk in God’s will, we are to obey the pattern of teaching recorded in Scriptures.
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Principle 10 – Our New Life in Christ
Romans 6:1-14
To walk in God’s will, we should continually remind ourselves that we are dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.
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Principle 9 – God’s Saving Grace
Romans 5:12-21
To walk in God’s will, we must believe that God’s grace is far greater than the power of sin.
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Principle 8 – Peace with God
Romans 5:1-11
When we are made righteous by faith, we are to have the full assurance of our salvation, now and eternally.
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Principle 7 – God’s Free Gift
Romans 3:27-4:25
Since salvation is obtained by grace through faith, we are to believe God and receive salvation as a free gift.
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Principle 6 – Salvation through Faith
Romans 3:1-26
Since we all fall short of God’s perfect standard of righteousness, in order to be saved we must put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – A Heart Experience
Romans 2:25-29
To have salvation, we must go through a born-again experience that renews our hearts.
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Principle 4 – Sin’s Pervasive Impact
Romans 2:1-24
Though we may assent to a high standard of righteousness, we are still not able to measure up to God’s perfect requirements that make us free from sin.
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Principle 3 – Sin’s Devastating Results
Romans 1:18-32
In view of the power of sin, we should not be surprised how human beings progressively violate God’s moral laws and suffer the consequences.
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Principle 2 – Standing Strong
Romans 1:13-17
No matter what our circumstances, we should never allow shame and fear to keep us from being identified with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Principle 1 – Mutual Encouragement
Romans 1:1-12
Regardless of their positions, spiritual leaders are to function as members of the body of Christ who all need one another in order to continue to mature in Christ.
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Principle 8 – Colossians 3:14-4:1
A Principle to Live By – Mutual Instruction
All Christians are to practice reciprocal instruction without violating the roles God has established within marital and family relationships.
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Principle 7 – Colossians 3:5-13
A Principle to Live By – Reflecting Our Position in Christ
When we are saved, we are to demonstrate spiritually, morally, and ethically who we are in Christ.
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Principle 6 – Colossians 2:4-23
A Principle to Live By – Growth in Biblical Truth
We should become more and more grounded in God’s message of salvation and sanctification so that we will not be led astray by false teaching.
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Principle 5 – Colossians 1:24-2:3
A Principle to Live By – Our Indebtedness
We must never take for granted what others suffered in order to bring the gospel to us.
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Principle 4 – Colossians 1:15-20
A Principle to Live By – Putting Christ First
To walk in God’s will, Jesus Christ must always be the central focus in our personal and corporate lives.
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Principle 5 – Mutual Support
Philippians 1:27-30
When we face various challenges in life, we are to draw our strength not only from Christ’s love and mercy, but also from the love we have for one another.
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Principle 4 – Eternal Values
Philippians 1:19-26
As those who are free to worship God and communicate the gospel, we should maintain an eternal perspective.
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Principle 3 – The Pure Gospel
Philippians 1:9-18
When evaluating various ministers and ministries, we should first of all consider what is being taught regarding the deity of Jesus Christ and how to be saved.
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Principle 2 – Expressing Appreciation
Philippians 1:3-8
Spiritual leaders should express sincere appreciation to those who partner with them in the ministry.
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Principle 1 – Leadership Development
Philippians 1:1-2
To produce mature and growing churches, we must make it a priority to mentor qualified leaders.
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Principle 5 – Oneness in Christ
Ephesians 2:11-22
Regardless of our ethnic backgrounds, social statuses, genders, or races, when we become believers we are to function as members of one family.
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Principle 4 – God’s Gift
Ephesians 1:20-2:10
When we present the message of hope in Christ, we must make sure that all people understand that good works do not contribute in any way to their salvation experience.
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Principle 3 – Measuring Corporate Maturity
Ephesians 1:15-19
When we evaluate the maturity of any local church, we should look for the ways believers are manifesting faith, hope, and love in their relationships with God and one another.
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Principle 2 – Our Position in Christ
Ephesians 1:3-14
Because of our eternal hope and secure relationship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, we should never cease to praise and worship him.
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Principle 12 – Pure Motives in Ministry
Galatians 6:11-17
To counter false teaching in the church, we must keep our motives pure.
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Principle 10 – Walking in Newness of Life
Ephesians 4:17-24
Since God chose each one of us to live holy lives, we are to become what he created us to be.
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Principle 9 – Building Up One Another
Ephesians 4:7-16
To become mature in Christ as local communities of faith, we must all function as members of one another.
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Principle 8 – Walking Worthy
Ephesians 4:1-6
When we truly understand what God has done for all of us in Jesus Christ, we should respond by living godly lives in love and unity.
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Principle 7 – Experiencing God’s Power
Ephesians 3:14-21
To live in God’s will as individuals and as communities of faith, we must not only understand God’s power but we must also experience this power.
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Principle 6 – Servants of the Gospel
Ephesians 3:1-13
As unified members of Christ’s body, we are to serve God and one another demonstrating to both the visible and the invisible world the message of God’s love and grace through Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – Justification by Faith
Galatians 3:10-26
When explaining that salvation is a free gift, we must also clarify that this gift can only be received by faith in Jesus Christ.
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Principle 4 – The Abrahamic Covenant
Galatians 2:17-3:9
To communicate the gospel comprehensively, we must understand God’s unconditional promise to Abraham.
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Principle 3 - Doctrinal Compromise
Galatians 2:11-16
Even prominent and sincere Christian leaders must be on guard against compromising the message of salvation because of social pressure.
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Principle 2 – Messages from God
Galatians 1:10-2:10
If we think God has spoken to us directly, we must always verify our experiences by consulting the Scriptures and other mature Christian leaders.
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Principle 1 – God’s Free Gift
Galatians 1:1-9
When presenting the gospel message we must make sure we clearly explain that salvation is God’s free gift.
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1 Corinthians Principle 30 – Proper Body Function
1 Corinthians 14:26-40
To produce spiritual maturity in our churches, we must create ways for the body of Christ to function in all of its parts—but always in productive and orderly ways.
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1 Corinthians Principle 29 – Articulate Communication
1 Corinthians 14:1-25
When speaking to one another and to God in services of instruction and worship, we should focus on clear and understandable communication.
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1 Corinthians Principle 28 – Measuring Corporate Maturity
1 Corinthians 13:8-13
When measuring maturity in our local churches, we should use the Christlike qualities of faith, hope, and love—but especially love—as divine criteria.
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1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships.
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1 Corinthians Principle 26, The Way of Love
1 Corinthians 12:27-13:3
To create unity in our local churches, we must be committed to building up one another in love.
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Principle 25 – Unity in Christ
1 Corinthians 12:1-26
As members of local churches, we should be committed to manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit and becoming unified in Christ.
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Principle 24 – A Sacred Remembrance
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
When we participate in the Lord’s Supper, we should reflect deep care and concern for all members of Christ’s body.
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Principle 23 – Interpreting Scripture Accurately
1 Corinthians 10:14-11:16
We must be careful not to superimpose on Scripture particular forms that are never spelled out in a definitive way.
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Principle 22 – Lessons From Scripture
1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13
As we read the biblical story, we are to learn lessons that relate particularly to God’s discipline on his people when they persistently violated his will.
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Principle 21 – Freedom in Form
1 Corinthians 9:19-23
We should use a variety of means and methods to communicate the biblical message, but we are never to compromise biblical values.
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Principle 20 – Demonstrating Pure Motives
1 Corinthians 9:1-18
When engaged in evangelistic efforts, we must be cautious in receiving financial support from unbelievers as well as those who initially respond to the gospel.
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Principle 19 – Using Knowledge Responsibly
1 Corinthians 8:1-13
As we grow in biblical knowledge, we are to use this knowledge in a loving, responsible way.
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Principle 18 – Maintaining Priorities
1 Corinthians 7:25-40
Whatever decisions we make as believers, we should consider how these decisions will enable us to serve the Lord Jesus Christ more effectively.
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Principle 17 – Equality in Christ
1 Corinthians 7:17-24
When we receive the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior, we should serve God faithfully in whatever circumstances we find ourselves.
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Principle 16 – Mixed Marriages
1 Corinthians 7:10-16
Christians who are married to unbelievers should view their relationships as sacred.
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Principle 15 – The Gift of Sex
1 Corinthians 7:1-9
We are to view sex as a sacred gift from God to be used only within the bonds of marriage.
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Principle 14 – Using Freedom Responsibly
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
Though we live under grace, we are never to use our freedom in Christ to violate His will.
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Principle 13 – Living Transformed Lives
1 Corinthians 6:1-11
When we become followers of Jesus Christ, we are no longer to function in the world as if we are still a part of the world.
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Principle 12 – Church Discipline
1 Corinthians 5:1-13
For local churches to become mature in Christ, church leaders must exercise proper church discipline.
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Principle 11 – Self-Defense
1 Corinthians 4:6-21
When we are falsely accused, it is not wrong to defend ourselves, but we should also have someone who knows us well verify our true character.
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Principle 10 – Prideful Perceptions
1 Corinthians 4:1-5
To evaluate the maturity of our spiritual leaders, we must make sure we are spiritually mature ourselves.
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Principle 9 – God’s Direct Discipline
1 Corinthians 3:16-23
We should warn Christians who are dividing the church for selfish reasons that they may be directly and severely disciplined by God.
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Principle 8 – The True Foundation
1 Corinthians 3:5-15
We are faithfully to build the church on Christ—who He is and what He taught.
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Principle 7 – Becoming Like Christ
1 Corinthians 3:1-4
As Christ-followers we should become mature and follow His example in all of our relationships within the church.
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Principle 5 – God’s Power
1 Corinthians 2:1-5
When presenting God’s truth, we should not depend upon our eloquence and personal strength but on God’s presence and power.
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Principle 6 – Spiritual Wisdom
1 Corinthians 2:6-16
When we study the Word of God, we are to rely on the Holy Spirit to open our minds to understand God’s amazing plan of redemption as well as His will for our lives as followers of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 4 – God’s Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Though we may be considered unwise and even foolish by the world’s standards, we must understand that by God’s standards, we are wise and discerning.
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Principle 3 – Worldly Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
We must continue to present the supernatural message boldly even though there are many educated people who consider salvation by faith in Christ foolishness.
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Principle 2 – Divisive Behavior
1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Though it’s natural to prefer certain spiritual leaders, we should not allow these preferences to create divisions in the church.
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Principle 1 – God’s Grace
1 Corinthians 1:1-9
To explain and appreciate God’s grace, we must understand the various ways this divine source is used in the New Testament.
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Principle 90 – Walking in the Will of God
Psalm 94:1-23
Since God knows our every thought, word, and deed, we should seek to live in God’s will every moment of every day.
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Principle 89 – Authentic Worship
Psalm 93:1-5
To be able to worship God authentically, we must come to know our Creator personally as our majestic, all powerful, eternal, and holy King.
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Principle 88 – Praising God Regularly
Psalm 92:1-15
To be productive spiritually, we should praise God all the days of our lives for His constant love and faithfulness.
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Principle 87 – God’s Protection
Psalms 91:1-16
When we face life-threatening circumstances, we can be sure that God will deliver us, whether in life or in death.
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Principle 86 – Using Our Time Wisely
Psalm 90:1-17
Regardless of our age, we should use each new day God gives us to live in His will.
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Principle 85 – God’s Faithfulness
Psalm 89:1-52
We should rely on God to keep His promises even though it may appear He is not faithful.
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Principle 84 – Depression and Distortions
Psalm 88:1-18
When we become depressed, we should be aware that we may distort reality as we reflect on the past, describe the present, and anticipate the future.
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Principle 83 – The City of God
Psalm 87:1-7
We should discover principles from Israel’s history that definitely apply to the functioning body of Christ.
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Principle 82 – Discovering God’s Ways
Psalm 86:1-17
To discover God’s will for our lives, we should read and study God’s Word regularly.
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Principle 81 – Spiritual Renewal
Psalm 85:1-13
As members of our local churches, we should help one another experience continual transformation into the image of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 80 – God’s Sanctuary Today
Psalm 84:1-12
We are to be a living and unified sanctuary that reflects the divine unity that exists in the eternal community—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Principle 79 – Praying for Judgment
Psalm 83:1-18
When we pray for God’s judgment on the enemies of righteousness, ourprimary motive should be that these evil people seek the one true God.
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Principle 78 – Qualified Leadership
Psalm 82:1-8
We are to appoint leaders in the church who are spiritually qualified so that they will be good shepherds who care deeply for the needs of God’s people.
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Principle 77 – Avoiding Idolatry
Psalm 81:1-16
We are to be on guard against engaging in any form of idolatry.
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Principle 76 – Abiding in Christ
Psalm 80:1-19
We must live in close fellowship with the Lord Jesus Christ, drawing our strength from Him.
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Principle 75, Forgiveness of Sins
Psalm 78:9-72-Psalm 79:1-13
To experience continual forgiveness of sin and intimate fellowship with God, we must acknowledge our sins and then walk in God’s will.
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Principle 74, Parental Nurture
Psalm 78:1-8
As parents, we are to teach our children God’s eternal Word, and as pastors, we should make sure our churches support this teaching-learning process.
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Principle 73, Remembering God
Psalm 77:1-20
When we are discouraged and even feel forsaken by God, we should reflect on the Lord’s holiness, his power, and his past blessings and provisions.
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Principle 72, The Only Way
Psalm 76:1-12
We are to believe and teach the gospel message that only those who put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will inherit eternal life.
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Principle 71, A Call to Humility
Psalm 75:1-10
When we are tempted to be prideful, we should reflect on God’s sovereign grace and mercy in choosing us to be his children.
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Principle 70 – God’s Eternal Covenant
Psalm 74:1-23
No matter what happens in this life, we are to rest in God’s promise to bring us safely home to heaven.
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Persistent Prayer
Principle 18 – Matthew 7:7-12
To apply Christ’s teachings, we must have supernatural strength that is released in our lives through prayer.
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Judgmental Hypocrisy
Principle 17 – Matthew 7:1-6
When we confront fellow believers because of sin in their lives, we are to make sure we have dealt properly with our own sin.
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Establishing Priorities
Principle 16 – Matthew 6:25-34
To avoid anxiety, we should consistently put God first in all that we do—including the way we view and use our material possessions.
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Principle 15 – Matthew, Eternal Treasures
Matthew 6:19-24
We are to measure our spiritual health by the way we use our material possessions to help make disciples of all nations.
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Principle 14 – Matthew, Honoring God
Matthew 6:16-18
When we give, pray, and fast, we should do so with pure motives that glorify God and not ourselves.
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Principle 13 – Matthew, Experiencing God’s Forgiveness
Matthew 6:1-15
To maintain intimate fellowship with God and one another, we must forgive those who sin against us.
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Principle 12 – Matthew, Loving as Christ Loved
Matthew 5:38-48
We are to imitate Jesus in the way He related to people who were selfish, prejudiced, judgmental, hateful, and vengeful.
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Principle 11 – Matthew, Practicing Integrity
Matthew 5:31-37
We are to build all relationships on trust and honesty.
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Principle 10 – Matthew, Internalizing God’s Word
Matthew 5:20-30
To overcome temptations that lead to serious sins, we must internalize God’s truth in our hearts on a consistent basis.
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Principle 9 – Matthew, Fulfilling the Law
Matthew 5:13-19
As Christ-followers, we are to reflect the law’s requirements by loving one another.
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Principle 8 – Matthew, Reflecting God’s Fullness
Matthew 5:2-12
To discover enduring spiritual fulfillment, we must be saved by grace through faith and then demonstrate those qualities of life that reflect God’s perfection.
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Principle 7 – Matthew, Producing Mature Disciples
Matthew 4:23-5:1
To develop mature Christ-followers, all spiritual leaders should give special attention to those who have a sincere desire to learn deep spiritual truths.
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Principle 6 – Matthew, Dedicated Discipleship
Matthew 4:12-22
To follow the Lord Jesus Christ, we must faithfully apply His teachings.
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Principle 5 – Matthew, The Power of Scripture
Matthew 3:13-4:11
When we’re tempted to violate God’s will, we are to follow Jesus’ example and use Scripture to thwart Satan’s efforts.
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Principle 4 – Matthew, The Message of Repentance
Matthew 2:13-3:12
To have forgiveness of sins and to live in fellowship with God, we must experience true repentance.
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Principle 3 – Matthew, Worshipful Generosity
Matthew 2:1-12
We are always to use our material gifts to worship and praise God and His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 2 – Matthew, Demonstrating Grace
Matthew 1: 18-25
As believers, we are to extend mercy and grace toward those who are living out of the will of God.
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Principle 1 – Matthew, The Gift of Salvation
Matthew 1:1-17
No matter what our sinful condition, we should accept total forgiveness by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ, who lived, died, and rose again to redeem us from all sin.
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Principle 10 – Proper Relationships
2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1We should maintain spiritual fellowship with authentic spiritual leaders and avoid relationships with false prophets and deceptive teachers.
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Principle 9 – A True Test
2 Corinthians 6:3-13
To evaluate the depth of our commitment to Christ, we should consider the degree to which we are willing to endure discomfort as ambassadors for Christ.
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Principle 8 – Modeling the Message
2 Corinthians 5:1-21 To expose false religious leaders, we must first and foremost live authentic lives that demonstrate our faithfulness to Jesus Christ and his message.
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Principle 7 – An Eternal Perspective
2 Corinthians 4:1-18No matter what our circumstances in this life, we are to focus on God’s grace and eternal values.
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Principle 6 – Living Letters
2 Corinthians 3:1-18We are to evaluate our ministry effectiveness by the Christlike changes that take place in people’s lives.
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2 Corinthians Principle 5 – Concern and Anxiety
2 Corinthians 2:12-17As brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ, we should expect periods of anxiety that relate to the impact of sin on our relationships.
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2 Corinthians Principle 4 – Spiritual Restoration
2 Corinthians 2:5-11When we confront sin in the life of a fellow Christian, our primary goal should always be repentance and restoration.
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2 Corinthians Principle 3 – Transparent Communication
2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4When our motive and actions are misunderstood, we should be open and honest with God, ourselves, and those who are confused or even critical.
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2 Corinthians Principle 2 – Prayer and Protection
2 Corinthians 1:8-11When comforting others who are suffering, we should combine our concern with corporate prayer.
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2 Corinthians Principle 1 – A Perspective on Suffering
2 Corinthians 1:1-7With God’s help, we should view our afflictions as opportunities to encourage and comfort others who are suffering.
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1 Corinthians Principle 30 – Proper Body Function
1 Corinthians 14:26-40To produce spiritual maturity in our churches, we must create ways for the body of Christ to function in all of its parts—but always in productive and orderly ways.
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1 Corinthians Principle 29 – Articulate Communication
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Corinthians 14:1-25When speaking to one another and to God in services of instruction and worship, we should focus on clear and understandable communication.
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1 Corinthians Principle 28 – Measuring Corporate Maturity 1 Corinthians 13:8-13When measuring maturity in our local churches, we should use the Christlike qualities of faith, hope, and love—but especially love—as divine criteria.
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1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love 1 Corinthians 13:4-7To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships.
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1 Corinthians Principle 26, The Way of Love
1 Corinthians 12:27-13:3To create unity in our local churches, we must be committed to building up one another in love.
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Romans Principle 34 – A Model of Encouragement
Romans 16:1-24
To live in God’s will, we are to remember in a special way those who have encouraged us.
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Romans Principle 33 – The Power of Prayer
Romans 15:30-33
To live in God’s will, we are to pray for one another, particularly when we face difficult challenges in our lives.
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Romans Principle 32 – Material Obligations
Romans 15:15-29
To live in God’s will, we are to reciprocate materially when we have been helped spiritually.
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Romans Principle 31 – Two-Dimensional Love
Romans 15:7-14
To live in God’s will, not only are we to accept one another but we are to instruct one another.
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Romans, Principle 30 – Pursuing Peace
Romans 15:1-6
To live in God’s will, we are to do all we can to create love and unity in the body of Christ.
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Romans Principle 29 – Protecting One Another
Romans 14:13-23
To live in God’s will, we are to avoid using our freedom in Christ in a way that causes another Christian to fall into sin.
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Romans Principle 28 – Accepting One Another
Romans 14:1-12
To live in God’s will, we are to avoid judging one another where God has given us freedom.
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Romans – Principle 27 – Walking in the Light
Romans 13:11-14
To live in God’s will, we are to walk according to the Spirit and not according to the flesh.
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Romans - Principle 26 - Loving One another
Romans 13:8-10
To live in God’s will, we are to obey Christ’s new command.
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Romans, Principle 25 – Civic Responsibilities
Romans 13:1-7
To live in God’s will, we are to be good citizens.
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Romans, Principle 24 – Avoiding Vengeance
Romans 12:17-20
To live in God’s will, we are to demonstrate Christlike love to our enemies.
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Romans Principle 23 – Sincere Love
Romans 12:9-16
To live in God’s will, we are continually to demonstrate authentic love for one another.
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Romans Principle 22 – A Servant’s Heart
Romans 12:3-8
To live in God’s will, we are to humbly serve one another within the body of Jesus Christ.
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Romans Principle 21 – Christ-Centered Worship
Romans 11:33-36 – Romans 12:1-2
In view of God’s mercy, we are humbly to acknowledge His sovereign grace and worship Him by offering all parts of our bodies as a living sacrifice.
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Romans, Principle 20 – The Great Commission
Romans 11:1-32
Regardless of God’s future plan for Israel as a nation, our primary focus today should be on God’s present plan for both Jews and Gentiles.
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Romans, Principle 19 – Human Responsibility
Romans 9:30-10:1-21
We are to faithfully share with all people that they are responsible to respond to God’s mercy and grace.
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Romans, Principle 18 – God’s Sovereign Mercy
Romans 9:6-29
We must understand that God’s elective grace is not only based on who he is, but is also directly related to His love for all lost humanity.
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Romans, Principle 17 – A Compassionate Heart
Romans 9:1-5
We should develop a passion for all people who need to hear the good news regarding the gift of salvation.
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Romans, Principle 16 – Security in Christ
Romans 8:28-39
No matter the circumstances of life, we are to take comfort in the fact that we are secure in Christ, now and eternally.
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Principle 15 – Divine Prayer
Romans 8:18-27
When we become discouraged, we should remember the intercessory ministry both of the Holy Spirit and of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle – 14 – The Indwelling Spirit
Romans 8:1-17
When we face temptations to violate God’s will, we are to draw on the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit to enable us to be victorious over sin.
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Principle 13 – Inner Conflict
Romans 7:13-25
Even though we sincerely desire to walk in God’s will, we should expect inner struggles when choosing between doing right and doing wrong.
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Principle 12 – The Power of Scripture
Romans 7:1-12
To help people overcome their sinful attitudes and actions, we should continually expose them to the Word of God.
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Principle 11 – The Apostles’ Teaching
Romans 6:15-23
To walk in God’s will, we are to obey the pattern of teaching recorded in Scriptures.
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Principle 10 – Our New Life in Christ
Romans 6:1-14
To walk in God’s will, we should continually remind ourselves that we are dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.
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Principle 9 – God’s Saving Grace
Romans 5:12-21
To walk in God’s will, we must believe that God’s grace is far greater than the power of sin.
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Principle 8 – Peace with God
Romans 5:1-11
When we are made righteous by faith, we are to have the full assurance of our salvation, now and eternally.
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Principle 7 – God’s Free Gift
Romans 3:27-4:25
Since salvation is obtained by grace through faith, we are to believe God and receive salvation as a free gift.
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Principle 6 – Salvation through Faith
Romans 3:1-26
Since we all fall short of God’s perfect standard of righteousness, in order to be saved we must put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – A Heart Experience
Romans 2:25-29
To have salvation, we must go through a born-again experience that renews our hearts.
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Principle 4 – Sin’s Pervasive Impact
Romans 2:1-24
Though we may assent to a high standard of righteousness, we are still not able to measure up to God’s perfect requirements that make us free from sin.
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Principle 3 – Sin’s Devastating Results
Romans 1:18-32
In view of the power of sin, we should not be surprised how human beings progressively violate God’s moral laws and suffer the consequences.
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Principle 2 – Standing Strong
Romans 1:13-17
No matter what our circumstances, we should never allow shame and fear to keep us from being identified with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Principle 1 – Mutual Encouragement
Romans 1:1-12
Regardless of their positions, spiritual leaders are to function as members of the body of Christ who all need one another in order to continue to mature in Christ.
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Principle 8 – Colossians 3:14-4:1
A Principle to Live By – Mutual Instruction
All Christians are to practice reciprocal instruction without violating the roles God has established within marital and family relationships.
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Principle 7 – Colossians 3:5-13
A Principle to Live By – Reflecting Our Position in Christ
When we are saved, we are to demonstrate spiritually, morally, and ethically who we are in Christ.
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Principle 6 – Colossians 2:4-23
A Principle to Live By – Growth in Biblical Truth
We should become more and more grounded in God’s message of salvation and sanctification so that we will not be led astray by false teaching.
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Principle 5 – Colossians 1:24-2:3
A Principle to Live By – Our Indebtedness
We must never take for granted what others suffered in order to bring the gospel to us.
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Principle 4 – Colossians 1:15-20
A Principle to Live By – Putting Christ First
To walk in God’s will, Jesus Christ must always be the central focus in our personal and corporate lives.
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Principle 5 – Mutual Support
Philippians 1:27-30
When we face various challenges in life, we are to draw our strength not only from Christ’s love and mercy, but also from the love we have for one another.
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Principle 4 – Eternal Values
Philippians 1:19-26
As those who are free to worship God and communicate the gospel, we should maintain an eternal perspective.
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Principle 3 – The Pure Gospel
Philippians 1:9-18
When evaluating various ministers and ministries, we should first of all consider what is being taught regarding the deity of Jesus Christ and how to be saved.
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Principle 2 – Expressing Appreciation
Philippians 1:3-8
Spiritual leaders should express sincere appreciation to those who partner with them in the ministry.
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Principle 1 – Leadership Development
Philippians 1:1-2
To produce mature and growing churches, we must make it a priority to mentor qualified leaders.
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Principle 5 – Oneness in Christ
Ephesians 2:11-22
Regardless of our ethnic backgrounds, social statuses, genders, or races, when we become believers we are to function as members of one family.
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Principle 4 – God’s Gift
Ephesians 1:20-2:10
When we present the message of hope in Christ, we must make sure that all people understand that good works do not contribute in any way to their salvation experience.
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Principle 3 – Measuring Corporate Maturity
Ephesians 1:15-19
When we evaluate the maturity of any local church, we should look for the ways believers are manifesting faith, hope, and love in their relationships with God and one another.
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Principle 2 – Our Position in Christ
Ephesians 1:3-14
Because of our eternal hope and secure relationship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, we should never cease to praise and worship him.
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Principle 12 – Pure Motives in Ministry
Galatians 6:11-17
To counter false teaching in the church, we must keep our motives pure.
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Principle 10 – Walking in Newness of Life
Ephesians 4:17-24
Since God chose each one of us to live holy lives, we are to become what he created us to be.
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Principle 9 – Building Up One Another
Ephesians 4:7-16
To become mature in Christ as local communities of faith, we must all function as members of one another.
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Principle 8 – Walking Worthy
Ephesians 4:1-6
When we truly understand what God has done for all of us in Jesus Christ, we should respond by living godly lives in love and unity.
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Principle 7 – Experiencing God’s Power
Ephesians 3:14-21
To live in God’s will as individuals and as communities of faith, we must not only understand God’s power but we must also experience this power.
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Principle 6 – Servants of the Gospel
Ephesians 3:1-13
As unified members of Christ’s body, we are to serve God and one another demonstrating to both the visible and the invisible world the message of God’s love and grace through Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – Justification by Faith
Galatians 3:10-26
When explaining that salvation is a free gift, we must also clarify that this gift can only be received by faith in Jesus Christ.
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Principle 4 – The Abrahamic Covenant
Galatians 2:17-3:9
To communicate the gospel comprehensively, we must understand God’s unconditional promise to Abraham.
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Principle 3 - Doctrinal Compromise
Galatians 2:11-16
Even prominent and sincere Christian leaders must be on guard against compromising the message of salvation because of social pressure.
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Principle 2 – Messages from God
Galatians 1:10-2:10
If we think God has spoken to us directly, we must always verify our experiences by consulting the Scriptures and other mature Christian leaders.
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Principle 1 – God’s Free Gift
Galatians 1:1-9
When presenting the gospel message we must make sure we clearly explain that salvation is God’s free gift.
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1 Corinthians Principle 30 – Proper Body Function
1 Corinthians 14:26-40
To produce spiritual maturity in our churches, we must create ways for the body of Christ to function in all of its parts—but always in productive and orderly ways.
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1 Corinthians Principle 29 – Articulate Communication
1 Corinthians 14:1-25
When speaking to one another and to God in services of instruction and worship, we should focus on clear and understandable communication.
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1 Corinthians Principle 28 – Measuring Corporate Maturity
1 Corinthians 13:8-13
When measuring maturity in our local churches, we should use the Christlike qualities of faith, hope, and love—but especially love—as divine criteria.
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1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships.
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1 Corinthians Principle 26, The Way of Love
1 Corinthians 12:27-13:3
To create unity in our local churches, we must be committed to building up one another in love.
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Principle 25 – Unity in Christ
1 Corinthians 12:1-26
As members of local churches, we should be committed to manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit and becoming unified in Christ.
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Principle 24 – A Sacred Remembrance
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
When we participate in the Lord’s Supper, we should reflect deep care and concern for all members of Christ’s body.
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Principle 23 – Interpreting Scripture Accurately
1 Corinthians 10:14-11:16
We must be careful not to superimpose on Scripture particular forms that are never spelled out in a definitive way.
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Principle 22 – Lessons From Scripture
1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13
As we read the biblical story, we are to learn lessons that relate particularly to God’s discipline on his people when they persistently violated his will.
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Principle 20 – Demonstrating Pure Motives
1 Corinthians 9:1-18
When engaged in evangelistic efforts, we must be cautious in receiving financial support from unbelievers as well as those who initially respond to the gospel.
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Principle 19 – Using Knowledge Responsibly
1 Corinthians 8:1-13
As we grow in biblical knowledge, we are to use this knowledge in a loving, responsible way.
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Principle 18 – Maintaining Priorities
1 Corinthians 7:25-40
Whatever decisions we make as believers, we should consider how these decisions will enable us to serve the Lord Jesus Christ more effectively.
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Principle 17 – Equality in Christ
1 Corinthians 7:17-24
When we receive the Lord Jesus Christ as Savior, we should serve God faithfully in whatever circumstances we find ourselves.
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Principle 16 – Mixed Marriages
1 Corinthians 7:10-16
Christians who are married to unbelievers should view their relationships as sacred.
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Principle 15 – The Gift of Sex
1 Corinthians 7:1-9
We are to view sex as a sacred gift from God to be used only within the bonds of marriage.
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Principle 4 – God’s Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Though we may be considered unwise and even foolish by the world’s standards, we must understand that by God’s standards, we are wise and discerning.
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Principle 80 – God’s Sanctuary Today
Psalm 84:1-12
We are to be a living and unified sanctuary that reflects the divine unity that exists in the eternal community—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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Principle 79 – Praying for Judgment
Psalm 83:1-18
When we pray for God’s judgment on the enemies of righteousness, ourprimary motive should be that these evil people seek the one true God.
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Principle 78 – Qualified Leadership
Psalm 82:1-8
We are to appoint leaders in the church who are spiritually qualified so that they will be good shepherds who care deeply for the needs of God’s people.
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Principle 77 – Avoiding Idolatry
Psalm 81:1-16
We are to be on guard against engaging in any form of idolatry.
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Principle 76 – Abiding in Christ
Psalm 80:1-19
We must live in close fellowship with the Lord Jesus Christ, drawing our strength from Him.
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Principle 72, The Only Way
Psalm 76:1-12
We are to believe and teach the gospel message that only those who put their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ will inherit eternal life.
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Principle 71, A Call to Humility
Psalm 75:1-10
When we are tempted to be prideful, we should reflect on God’s sovereign grace and mercy in choosing us to be his children.
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Principle 70 – God’s Eternal Covenant
Psalm 74:1-23
No matter what happens in this life, we are to rest in God’s promise to bring us safely home to heaven.
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Principle 69 – Eternal Perspective
Psalm 73:1-28
We are to have an eternal perspective on material possessions rather than focusing on the temporary prosperity of the wicked.
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Principle 68 – Making Christ King
Psalm 72:1-20
As members of Christ’s church, we are to worship and serve Jesus Christ as our sovereign Lord and King.
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Principle 67 – Caring for the Elderly
Psalm 70:1-5; 71:1-24
As adult children as well as local church leaders, we are to make sure that elderly people are cared for properly.
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Principle 65 – The Day of the Lord
Psalm 68:20-35
Knowing that at any moment the day of grace could end and usher in the Day of the Lord, we are to do our part in communicating the message of salvation to those who are unsaved.
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Principle 56 – Praising God in Difficult Circumstances
Psalms 59:1-17
When we are despised by those who resent our biblical values, we should not only pray for protection but also for grace to praise God in the midst of these difficult circumstances.
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Principle 55 – Being Salt and Light
Psalm 58:1-11
We are to take a proactive approach in praying for our political leaders so that we might continue to be salt and light in this world.
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Principle 54 – The Power of Encouragement
Psalm 57:1-11
We should provide encouragement for one another—especially for those who are lonely and disheartened.
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Principle 53 – Our Eternal Hope
Psalm 56:1-13
When we face persecution, we should trust God, being assured that evil people may be able to destroy our bodies but never our souls.
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Principle 52 – Betrayal
Psalm 55:1-23
When we are betrayed by someone we have trusted implicitly, we are to follow the example of the Lord Jesus Christ, who prayed for His fickle friends and His worst enemies
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Principle 51 – Praying for Protection and Vindication
Psalm 53:1-6; 54:1-7
We are to seek God’s protection and vindication when we are persecuted and betrayed by godless people.
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Principle 50, A Wicked Tongue
Psalm 52:1-9
We should always use words to help people, not to hurt them.
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Principle 49, Authentic Repentance
Psalm 51:1-19
When we sin and walk out of God’s will, we are to respond to His loving discipline with a repentant and broken heart.
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Principle 46, The New Jerusalem
Psalm 48: 1-14
We are consistently to rejoice and praise God that we have an everlasting inheritance in God’s etern
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Principle 45 – King of Kings
Psalm 47:1-9
As followers of Jesus Christ, we are to look forward to the day when He will reign over all nations.
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Principle 44 – A Mighty Fortress
Psalm 46:1-11
When we are engaged in difficult circumstances and struggles, we are to be assured that someday we will dwell safely in a heavenly city that will never be destroyed.
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Principle 43 – The Bride of Christ
Psalm 45:1-17
As those who are identified as the bride of Jesus Christ, we should be preparing ourselves spiritually for the glorious wedding supper of the Lamb.
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Principle 42 – When God Seems Silent
Psalm 44:1-26
We must remember that God is always concerned about us, even when He appears to be silent.
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Principle 41 – Spiritual Depression
Psalm 42:1-11; Psalm 43:1-5
If we are depressed primarily due to spiritual reasons, we should share our concerns with God and seek comfort from other brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ.
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Principle 40, Caring for Others
Psalm 41
In view of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for us, we’re to demonstrate sensitivity and a caring spirit towards those who are poor and needy.
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Principle 39, a Victory Through Christ
Psalm 40
When we’re discouraged and even persecuted, we should patiently trust our Lord to deliver us from difficult circumstances.
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Principle 38, God’s Kingdom First
Psalm 39
In the light of eternity, we are to use our time, talent and treasures wisely to achieve God’s eternal purposes.
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Principle 37, Body, Soul and Spirit
Psalm 38
When we fail to acknowledge our sins we must be prepared to experience psychological repercussions as well as physical ailments that are caused by intense guilt.
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Principle 36, an Eternal Perspective
Psalm 37
When we see wicked people flourishing, we are not to become frustrated and angry, realizing that God will ultimately reward us for our faithfulness, if not on this present earth, then in eternity.
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Principle 35, Extending God’s Grace
Psalm 36:1-12
As those who have been saved by God’s grace, we are to demonstrate concern for those who are lost and held captive by the power of sin.
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Principle 34, Responding to Injustice
Psalms 35:1-28
When we observe terrible injustices done to innocent people, including ourselves, we are to pray for God’s intervention.
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Principle 33, God’s Unconditional Love
Psalm 34:1-22
No matter how foolish we’ve acted, we must trust God to restore us and never to forsake us.
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Principle 32, God’s Faithful Love
Psalm 33:1-22
We should consistently thank our creator and redeemer for His faithful mercy and love.
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Principle 31, Instructing Others
Psalms 32:1-11
When we have sinned against God, we must experience true brokenness and repentance before we are qualified to admonish others.
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Principle 30 – Psychosomatic Illness
Psalm 31:1-24
When we are experiencing physical difficulties caused by emotional stress, we must address the problem at its root cause.
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Principle 29 – Prayer for Physical Healing
Psalm 30:1-12
When we are physically sick, we should not hesitate to ask spiritual leaders to pray for our healing.
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Principle 28 – Godly Praise
Psalm 28:1-29:11
During the most difficult times in our lives, we should focus on praising God.
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Principle 27 – Normal Ambivalence
Psalm 27:1-14
When we have a sense of confidence in God mixed with feelings of fear and anxiety, we should accept these conflicting experiences as part of being followers of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 26 – Unwavering Faith
Psalms 26:1-12
To stand firm in our faith without wavering, we are to trust in the Lord wholeheartedly and demonstrate integrity in all that we do.
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Psalm 25 – Spiritual Growth
Psalms 25:1-22
If we are to grow and mature in our Christian experience, we must have a teachable spirit.
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Principle 21 – A Prayer of Thanksgiving
Psalm 21:1-13
We should always thank God for His blessings, including specific answers to our prayers.
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Principle 20 – Praying for Government Leaders
Psalms 20:1-9
We should make it a priority to pray very specifically and consistently for our government leaders.
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Principle 19 – God’s Written Revelation
Psalm 19:1-14
To help people understand clearly the message of salvation and spiritual growth, we must focus on communicating God’s revelation in Scripture.
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Principle 18 – Our Unshakeable Foundation
Psalm 18:1-50
We must always build our spiritual lives on Jesus Christ, who is a solid foundation that will never fail.
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Principle 17 – A Clean Heart
Psalm 17:1-15
When we are seeking God’s help, we are to examine our hearts to see if we are violating God’s will.
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Principle 16 – Eternal Hope
Psalm 16: 1-10
We’re to be absolutely confident that because of Christ’s resurrection from the dead we too will live eternally.
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Psalm Principle 15, Imitating Jesus Christ
From Psalm 15:1-5
To have intimate fellowship with God, we must become more and more like Jesus Christ in the way we live
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Psalm Principle 14, An Unbelieving Heart
From Psalm 14:1-7
We must be on guard against claiming to believe in God while acting as if He does not exist.
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Psalm Principle 13, Openness and Vulnerability
From Psalm 13:1-6
When we feel abandoned by God, we should share our feelings, both with God and with other trustworthy Christians.
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Psalm Principle 12, Avoiding Deception
From Psalm 12:1-8
In a world of lies and deception, we should consistently evaluate what we read, here, and see in light of the message in the Holy Scriptures.
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Psalm Principle 11, A Strong Foundation
From Psalm 11:1-7
Even though moral and ethical foundations may be eroding, we should ask God to help us stay true to biblical values.
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Psalm; Principle #8 – The Dignity of Man
When we’re tempted to think more or less of ourselves than we should, we’re to think of how great God is and that we’re made in His image.
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Psalm; Principle #7 – Concern for Justice
When we’re falsely accused or abused, we should pray for justice, but our goal should always be to uphold God’s righteousness.
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Psalm; Principle #6 – Deliverance from Depression
When we face depression of any kind, we should share our deep feelings with God and ask for healing.
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Principle 5 from Psalms– Our Privilege in Prayer
Because the Lord Jesus Christ is our great high priest, we are to enterGod’s presence at any moment in order to share our deepest thoughts and needs.
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Principle 4 from Psalms – Praying for Inner Peace
When we’re experiencing anxiety, particularly at the end of a difficultday, we should ask God for inner peace so that we can experience a restfulnight’s sleep.
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Principle 3 from Psalms– Confident Living
We should begin each new day with the utmost confidence in God, believing He will never abandon us.
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Principle 2 from Psalms – A Message of Warning
Since the Lord Jesus Christ will someday bring judgment on all whoreject His love and forgiveness, we are to balance God’s message of hope withHis message of retribution.
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Principle 1 from Psalms – The RightChoice
To inherit the gift of eternal life, we must receive the Lord JesusChrist as personal Savior from sin.
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Principle 10, Colossians – Public Appreciation
Colossians 4:7-18
As spiritual leaders, we should take advantage of opportunities to appropriately acknowledge and thank those who are members of our team.
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Principle 9, Colossians – Prayer and Evangelism
Colossians 4:2-6
As members of Christ’s body, all of us should take seriously our individual responsibility to communicate the salvation message.
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Principle 8, Colossians – Mutual Instruction
Colossians 3:14-4:1
All Christians are to practice reciprocal instruction without violating the roles God has established within marital and family relationships.
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Principle 7, Colossians – Reflecting Our Position in Christ
Colossians 3:1-13
When we are saved, we are to demonstrate spiritually, morally, and ethically who we are in Christ.
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Principle 6, Colossians – Growth in Biblical Truth
Colossians 2:4-23
We should become more and more grounded in God’s message of salvation and sanctification so that we will not be led astray by false teaching.
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Principle 5, Colossians 1:21-2:3
Our Indebtedness
We must never take for granted what others suffered in order to bring the gospel to us.
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Principle 4, Colossians 1:15-20
Putting Christ First
To walk in God’s will, Jesus Christ must always be the central focus in our personal and corporate lives.
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Principle 3, Colossians 1:9-14
Model Prayers
We should consider how to use Paul’s inspired pastoral prayers creatively as we pray for one another.
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Reflections of Maturity
Spiritual leaders’ primary goal should always be to produce local churches that reflect faith, hope, and love.
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Principle 1, Colossians 1:1-2
Team Ministry
All spiritual leaders should endeavor to implement the team ministry model illustrated so often in Scripture.
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Principle 10, Philippians 3:10-21
Progressive Sanctification
To live in a manner worthy of the gospel, we must become more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 9, Philippians 3:1-9
Made Righteous by Faith
To be faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ, we must never compromise the biblical teaching that we are made righteous by faith and faith alone.
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Principle 8, Philippians 2:19-30
Christlike Examples
To help Christians understand and imitate Christ’s attitude of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice, we should expose them to spiritual leaders who model these qualities.
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Principle 7, Philippians 2:9-18
Exemplifying the Incarnation
To demonstrate to the world who Jesus Christ is, we are to work out our salvation.
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Principle 6, Philippians 2:1-8
Imitating Christ
To live worthy of the gospel, we must live in harmony with one another, demonstrating Christ’s attitudes of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice.
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Principle 5, Philippians – Mutual Support
Philippians 1:27-30
When we face various challenges in life, we are to draw our strength not only from Christ’s love and mercy, but from the love we have for one another.
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Principle 4, Philippians – Eternal Values
Philippians 1:19-26
As those who are free to worship God and communicate the gospel, we should maintain an eternal perspective.
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Principle 3, Philippians – The Pure Gospel
Philippians 1:9-18
When evaluating various ministers and ministries, we should first of all consider what is being taught regarding the deity of Jesus Christ and how to be saved.
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Principle 2, Philippians – Expressing Appreciation
Philippians 1:3-8
Spiritual leaders should express sincere appreciation to those who partner with them in the ministry.
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Principle 1, Philippians – Leadership Development
Philippians 1:1-2
To produce mature and growing churches, we must make it a priority to mentor and develop qualified leaders.
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Principle 39, John – The Power of Scripture
John 20:29-31
When we present the gospel of Jesus Christ, we are to trust God and the Holy Spirit to use the inspired scriptures to convince people that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.
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Principle 59, Matthew – The Great Commission
Matthew 27:55-28:1-20
Since the Lord Jesus Christ died and rose again to bring salvation to all who believe, we are to do what we can to deliver this message to the whole world.
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Principle 58, Matthew – More Miraculous Signs
Matthew 27:27-54
When we consider the miraculous events surrounding Jesus’ final hours on the cross, we should be intensely motivated to proclaim that He is indeed God’s eternal Son.
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Principle 57, Matthew – The Power of Self-Interests
Matthew 27:11-26
We should not be surprised when some political leaders purposely make wrong and even evil decisions to protect their own interests.
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Principle 56, Matthew – Loving Money
Matthew 27:1-10
We are to be aware of the power of money in causing us to rationalize sinful decisions and to deceive ourselves regarding the ultimate results.
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Principle 55, Matthew – Our Great High Priest
Matthew 26:17-75
Without justifying our failures, we are to be reassured that we have a great high priest who understands our humanness.
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Principle 54, Matthew – Carnal Influence
Matthew 26:1-16
We must now allow critical and carnal people to impact our thinking in negative ways.
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Principle 53, Matthew – Christ’s Second Coming
Matthew 24:32-25:46
Even though we do not know when Jesus Christ will remove believers from this world, we are to prepare ourselves by faithfully living in His will.
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Principle 52, Matthew – Israel and the Church
Matthew 23:37-24:31
To adequately interpret prophecies regarding the end of the age, we must carefully distinguish between statements about the nation Israel and statements about the church of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 51, Matthew, Exemplary Teaching
Matthew 23:1-36
Christian leaders are to both teach correct doctrine and practice what they teach.
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Principle 50, Matthew – Divine Wisdom
Matthew 22:15-46
When communicating with people who are attempting to advance Satan’s agenda, we should seek to respond with divine wisdom in order to avoid arguments.
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Principle 49, Matthew – Seeking the Truth
Matthew 21:12-22:14
We should not allow what we want to believe to cause us to reject what is God’s truth.
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Principle 48, Matthew, Personal Interest
Matthew 20:29-21:11
Servant-leaders are not to allow accolades from the masses to dull their compassion for the specific needs of individuals.
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Principle 47 – Matthew, Servant-leadership
Matthew 20:17-28
Spiritual leaders who follow Christ’s example should become servant-leaders.
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Principle 46, Matthew – Faith and Works
Matthew 19:27-20:16
To understand and present the gospel correctly, we must distinguish between the gift of salvation and rewards for faithful service.
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Principle 45, Matthew - Biblical Priorities
Matthew 19:16-26
We are never to allow material possessions to keep us from making God and His will a priority in our lives.
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Principle 44, Matthew - Standing Firm
Matthew 19:1-15
In a secular as well as in a religious world that is more and more departing from biblical values, we are never to compromise the teachings of Scripture.
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Principle 43, Matthew - Life Lessons
Matthew 17:14-18:35
To be prepared for ministry, all believers should have a time of preparation that involves both specific content and practical experience.
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Principle 42, Matthew - Serving Faithfully
Even though we may have unanswered questions, we should serve Jesus Christ faithfully until He comes again.
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Principle 41, Matthew
Satanic Influences
Matthew 16:13-23
Even if our belief in Christ's deity is accurate, we are still to be on guard against Satan's efforts to influence our thinking and actions.
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Model Prayers - Principle 3
COLOSSIANS 1:9-14
Model Prayers
We should consider how to use Paul’s inspired pastoral prayers creatively as we pray for one another.
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Model Prayers - Principle 3
COLOSSIANS 1:9-14
Model Prayers
We should consider how to use Paul’s inspired pastoral prayers creatively as we pray for one another.
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COLOSSIANS 1:3-8 - Principle 2
Reflections of Maturity
Spiritual leaders’ primary goal should always be to produce local churches that reflect faith, hope, and love.
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COLOSSIANS (1:1-2) Principle 1
Team MinistryAll spiritual leaders should endeavor to implement the team ministry model illustrated so often in Scripture.
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Philippians Principle 10 – Progressive Sanctification
To live in a manner worthy of the gospel, we must become more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Philippians Principle 9 – Made Righteous by Faith
To be faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ, we must never compromise the biblical teaching that we are made righteous by faith and faith alone.
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Philippians Principle 8 – Christ-like Examples
To help Christians understand and imitate Christ’s attitude of selflessness, humility, and self-sacrifice, we should expose them to spiritual leaders who model these qualities.
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Philippians Principle 7 – Exemplifying the Incarnation
To demonstrate to the world who Jesus Christ is we are to work out our salvation.
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Philippians Principle 6 – Imitating Christ
To live worthy of the gospel, we must live in harmony with one another, demonstrating Christ’s attitude of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice.
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Principle 40, Matthew - False Teachers
Matthew 16:1-12
We are to be on guard against being led astray by anyone who teaches false doctrine.
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Principle 39, Matthew - Reaching Gentiles
Matthew 15:21-39
We are to proclaim the message that Jesus Christ came to be the Savior for all people, regardless of race, color, or creed.
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Principle 38, Matthew - True Spirituality
Matthew 14:34-15:20
To avoid actions that are merely external and hypocritical, we must allow God's Spirit to penetrate our hearts with biblical truth.
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Principle 37 - Matthew, Equipping Leaders
Matthew 14:22-33
In preparing others for significant ministry roles, attention should be focused on key leaders who have the potential to emulate primary leaders.
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Principle 36, Matthew - The Whole Person
Matthew 14:13-21
In carrying out the Great Commission, we are to minister to the whole person--body, soul, and spirit.
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Principle 35, Matthew – Sexual Sins
Matthew 14:1-12
We must not underestimate the power of sexuality to cause demented people to engage in irrational acts of hate and even murder.
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Principle 34 – Matthew, Rejection
Matthew 13:54-58
We should not be surprised when those closest to us reject the gospel and us as well.
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Principle 33, Matthew – The Kingdom of Heaven
Matthew 13:18-53
To clearly understand Jesus’ references to the kingdom of heaven, we must carefully follow God’s unfolding revelation regarding the church in the rest of the New Testament.
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Principle 32 – Matthew – The Ministry of the Spirit
Matthew 13:1-17
Though we are to offer the gift of salvation to all people, we must understand that no one can respond without God’s divine help through the Holy Spirit.
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Principle 31, Matthew – God’s Spiritual Family
Matthew 12:33-50
To be in God’s eternal family, we must believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and receive His gift of salvation.
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Principle 30, Matthew – The Unpardonable Sin
Matthew 12:15-32
We should assure people that they have not committed the unpardonable sin and encourage them to receive the gift of eternal life.
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Principle 29, Matthew – Inappropriate Traditions
Matthew 12:1-14
We should periodically evaluate our traditions in order to make sure they do not violate Christ’s compassionate example or the clear teachings of Scripture.
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Principle 28, Matthew – Imitating Christ
Matthew 11:16-30
When we face persecution, we are to imitate the Lord’s gentle, humble, and sacrificial example.
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Doubt and Disillusionment
Matthew 10:16-11:15
Regardless of our maturity in Christ, we should expect crises that are sometimes disillusioning.
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Principle 26 – Matthew, Equipping Leaders
Matthew 9:37-10:15
To carry out the Great Commission effectively, spiritual leaders must equip others to assist them who in turn will multiply this process in the lives of others.
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Matthew Principle 22 - Good Shepherds
To be effective, pastors are to imitate Christ's love and compassion.
Matthew 9:18-36
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Matthew - Function and Form
When we worship God, we are to determine both our practices and our patterns by using God's truth in Scripture as our primary criteria, not cultural traditions.
Matthew 9:14-17
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Matthew Principle 23 - Witnessing for Christ
To present the gospel to those who are lost we are to associate with them, but we must never compromise biblical values.
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The God-Man
Matthew Principle 22 - Matthew 8:18-27
The more we get to know Jesus Christ, the more we should be in awe of who He really is!
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Physical Healing
Principle 21 – Matthew 8:1-17
Though we are to pray for physical healing, we must differentiate between spiritual healing for salvation and physical healing for the body.
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A Solid Foundation
Principle 20 – Matthew 7:24-29
To withstand the vicissitudes of life, we must put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ—who He is, what He has done for all of us, and what He taught.
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The Way of Salvation
Principle 19 – Matthew 7:13-23
To be true to the Scriptures, we must believe and teach that faith in the Lord Jesus Christ is the one and only way to inherit eternal life.
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Persistent Prayer
Principle 18 – Matthew 7:7-12
To apply Christ’s teachings, we must have supernatural strength that is released in our lives through prayer.
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Judgmental Hypocrisy
Principle 17 – Matthew 7:1-6
When we confront fellow believers because of sin in their lives, we are to make sure we have dealt properly with our own sin.
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Establishing Priorities
Principle 16 – Matthew 6:25-34
To avoid anxiety, we should consistently put God first in all that we do—including the way we view and use our material possessions.
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Principle 15 – Matthew, Eternal Treasures
Matthew 6:19-24
We are to measure our spiritual health by the way we use our material possessions to help make disciples of all nations.
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Principle 14 – Matthew, Honoring God
Matthew 6:16-18
When we give, pray, and fast, we should do so with pure motives that glorify God and not ourselves.
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Principle 13 – Matthew, Experiencing God’s Forgiveness
Matthew 6:1-15
To maintain intimate fellowship with God and one another, we must forgive those who sin against us.
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Principle 12 – Matthew, Loving as Christ Loved
Matthew 5:38-48
We are to imitate Jesus in the way He related to people who were selfish, prejudiced, judgmental, hateful, and vengeful.
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Principle 11 – Matthew, Practicing Integrity
Matthew 5:31-37
We are to build all relationships on trust and honesty.
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Principle 10 – Matthew, Internalizing God’s Word
Matthew 5:20-30
To overcome temptations that lead to serious sins, we must internalize God’s truth in our hearts on a consistent basis.
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Principle 9 – Matthew, Fulfilling the Law
Matthew 5:13-19
As Christ-followers, we are to reflect the law’s requirements by loving one another.
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Principle 8 – Matthew, Reflecting God’s Fullness
Matthew 5:2-12
To discover enduring spiritual fulfillment, we must be saved by grace through faith and then demonstrate those qualities of life that reflect God’s perfection.
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Principle 7 – Matthew, Producing Mature Disciples
Matthew 4:23-5:1
To develop mature Christ-followers, all spiritual leaders should give special attention to those who have a sincere desire to learn deep spiritual truths.
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Principle 6 – Matthew, Dedicated Discipleship
Matthew 4:12-22
To follow the Lord Jesus Christ, we must faithfully apply His teachings.
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Principle 5 – Matthew, The Power of Scripture
Matthew 3:13-4:11
When we’re tempted to violate God’s will, we are to follow Jesus’ example and use Scripture to thwart Satan’s efforts.
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Principle 4 – Matthew, The Message of Repentance
Matthew 2:13-3:12
To have forgiveness of sins and to live in fellowship with God, we must experience true repentance.
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Principle 3 – Matthew, Worshipful Generosity
Matthew 2:1-12
We are always to use our material gifts to worship and praise God and His Son, the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 2 – Matthew, Demonstrating Grace
Matthew 1: 18-25
As believers, we are to extend mercy and grace toward those who are living out of the will of God.
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Principle 1 – Matthew, The Gift of Salvation
Matthew 1:1-17
No matter what our sinful condition, we should accept total forgiveness by believing in the Lord Jesus Christ, who lived, died, and rose again to redeem us from all sin.
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Principle 10 – Proper Relationships
2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1
We should maintain spiritual fellowship with authentic spiritual leaders and avoid relationships with false prophets and deceptive teachers.
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Principle 9 – A True Test
2 Corinthians 6:3-13
To evaluate the depth of our commitment to Christ, we should consider the degree to which we are willing to endure discomfort as ambassadors for Christ.
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Principle 8 – Modeling the Message
2 Corinthians 5:1-21
To expose false religious leaders, we must first and foremost live authentic lives that demonstrate our faithfulness to Jesus Christ and his message.
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Principle 7 – An Eternal Perspective
2 Corinthians 4:1-18
No matter what our circumstances in this life, we are to focus on God’s grace and eternal values.
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Principle 6 – Living Letters
2 Corinthians 3:1-18
We are to evaluate our ministry effectiveness by the Christlike changes that take place in people’s lives.
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2 Corinthians Principle 5 – Concern and Anxiety
2 Corinthians 2:12-17
As brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ, we should expect periods of anxiety that relate to the impact of sin on our relationships.
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2 Corinthians Principle 4 – Spiritual Restoration
2 Corinthians 2:5-11
When we confront sin in the life of a fellow Christian, our primary goal should always be repentance and restoration.
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2 Corinthians Principle 3 – Transparent Communication
2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4
When our motive and actions are misunderstood, we should be open and honest with God, ourselves, and those who are confused or even critical.
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Prayer and Protection
2 Corinthians 1:8-11
When comforting others who are suffering, we should combine our concern with corporate prayer.
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A Perspective on Suffering
2 Corinthians 1:1-7
With God’s help, we should view our afflictions as opportunities to encourage and comfort others who are suffering.
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Proper Body Function
1 Corinthians 14:26-40
To produce spiritual maturity in our churches, we must create ways for the body of Christ to function in all of its parts—but always in productive and orderly ways.
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Articulate Communication
1 Corinthians 14:1-25
When speaking to one another and to God in services of instruction and worship, we should focus on clear and understandable communication.
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Measuring Corporate Maturity
1 Corinthians 13:8-13
When measuring maturity in our local churches, we should use the Christlike qualities of faith, hope, and love—but especially love—as divine criteria.
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1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships.
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1 Corinthians Principle 26, The Way of Love
1 Corinthians 12:27-13:3
To create unity in our local churches, we must be committed to building up one another in love.
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Romans Principle 34 – A Model of Encouragement
Romans 16:1-24
To live in God’s will, we are to remember in a special way those who have encouraged us.
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Romans Principle 33 – The Power of Prayer
Romans 15:30-33
To live in God’s will, we are to pray for one another, particularly when we face difficult challenges in our lives.
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Romans Principle 32 – Material Obligations
Romans 15:15-29
To live in God’s will, we are to reciprocate materially when we have been helped spiritually.
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Romans Principle 31 – Two-Dimensional Love
Romans 15:7-14
To live in God’s will, not only are we to accept one another but we are to instruct one another.
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Romans, Principle 30 – Pursuing Peace
Romans 15:1-6
To live in God’s will, we are to do all we can to create love and unity in the body of Christ.
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Romans Principle 29 – Protecting One Another
Romans 14:13-23
To live in God’s will, we are to avoid using our freedom in Christ in a way that causes another Christian to fall into sin.
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Romans Principle 28 – Accepting One Another
Romans 14:1-12
To live in God’s will, we are to avoid judging one another where God has given us freedom.
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Romans – Principle 27 – Walking in the Light
Romans 13:11-14
To live in God’s will, we are to walk according to the Spirit and not according to the flesh.
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Romans - Principle 26 - Loving One another
Romans 13:8-10
To live in God’s will, we are to obey Christ’s new command.
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Romans, Principle 25 – Civic Responsibilities
Romans 13:1-7
To live in God’s will, we are to be good citizens.
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Romans, Principle 24 – Avoiding Vengeance
Romans 12:17-20
To live in God’s will, we are to demonstrate Christlike love to our enemies.
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Romans Principle 23 – Sincere Love
Romans 12:9-16
To live in God’s will, we are continually to demonstrate authentic love for one another.
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Romans Principle 22 – A Servant’s Heart
Romans 12:3-8
To live in God’s will, we are to humbly serve one another within the body of Jesus Christ.
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Romans Principle 21 – Christ-Centered Worship
Romans 11:33-36 – Romans 12:1-2
In view of God’s mercy, we are humbly to acknowledge His sovereign grace and worship Him by offering all parts of our bodies as a living sacrifice.
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Romans, Principle 20 – The Great Commission
Romans 11:1-32
Regardless of God’s future plan for Israel as a nation, our primary focus today should be on God’s present plan for both Jews and Gentiles.
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Romans, Principle 19 – Human Responsibility
Romans 9:30-10:1-21
We are to faithfully share with all people that they are responsible to respond to God’s mercy and grace.
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Romans, Principle 18 – God’s Sovereign Mercy
Romans 9:6-29
We must understand that God’s elective grace is not only based on who he is, but is also directly related to His love for all lost humanity.
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Romans, Principle 17 – A Compassionate Heart
Romans 9:1-5
We should develop a passion for all people who need to hear the good news regarding the gift of salvation.
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Romans, Principle 16 – Security in Christ
Romans 8:28-39
No matter the circumstances of life, we are to take comfort in the fact that we are secure in Christ, now and eternally.
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Principle 15 – Divine Prayer
Romans 8:18-27
When we become discouraged, we should remember the intercessory ministry both of the Holy Spirit and of the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle – 14 – The Indwelling Spirit
Romans 8:1-17
When we face temptations to violate God’s will, we are to draw on the power of the indwelling Holy Spirit to enable us to be victorious over sin.
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Principle 13 – Inner Conflict
Romans 7:13-25
Even though we sincerely desire to walk in God’s will, we should expect inner struggles when choosing between doing right and doing wrong.
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Principle 12 – The Power of Scripture
Romans 7:1-12
To help people overcome their sinful attitudes and actions, we should continually expose them to the Word of God.
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Principle 11 – The Apostles’ Teaching
Romans 6:15-23
To walk in God’s will, we are to obey the pattern of teaching recorded in Scriptures.
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Principle 10 – Our New Life in Christ
Romans 6:1-14
To walk in God’s will, we should continually remind ourselves that we are dead to sin and alive to God in Christ Jesus.
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Principle 9 – God’s Saving Grace
Romans 5:12-21
To walk in God’s will, we must believe that God’s grace is far greater than the power of sin.
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Principle 8 – Peace with God
Romans 5:1-11
When we are made righteous by faith, we are to have the full assurance of our salvation, now and eternally.
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Principle 7 – God’s Free Gift
Romans 3:27-4:25
Since salvation is obtained by grace through faith, we are to believe God and receive salvation as a free gift.
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Principle 6 – Salvation through Faith
Romans 3:1-26
Since we all fall short of God’s perfect standard of righteousness, in order to be saved we must put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – A Heart Experience
Romans 2:25-29
To have salvation, we must go through a born-again experience that renews our hearts.
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Principle 4 – Sin’s Pervasive Impact
Romans 2:1-24
Though we may assent to a high standard of righteousness, we are still not able to measure up to God’s perfect requirements that make us free from sin.
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Principle 3 – Sin’s Devastating Results
Romans 1:18-32
In view of the power of sin, we should not be surprised how human beings progressively violate God’s moral laws and suffer the consequences.
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Principle 2 – Standing Strong
Romans 1:13-17
No matter what our circumstances, we should never allow shame and fear to keep us from being identified with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Principle 1 – Mutual Encouragement
Romans 1:1-12
Regardless of their positions, spiritual leaders are to function as members of the body of Christ who all need one another in order to continue to mature in Christ.
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Principle 5 – Mutual Support
Philippians 1:27-30
When we face various challenges in life, we are to draw our strength not only from Christ’s love and mercy, but also from the love we have for one another.
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Principle 4 – Eternal Values
Philippians 1:19-26
As those who are free to worship God and communicate the gospel, we should maintain an eternal perspective.
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Principle 3 – The Pure Gospel
Philippians 1:9-18
When evaluating various ministers and ministries, we should first of all consider what is being taught regarding the deity of Jesus Christ and how to be saved.
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Principle 2 – Expressing Appreciation
Philippians 1:3-8
Spiritual leaders should express sincere appreciation to those who partner with them in the ministry.
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Principle 1 – Leadership Development
Philippians 1:1-2
To produce mature and growing churches, we must make it a priority to mentor qualified leaders.
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Principle 5 – Oneness in Christ
Ephesians 2:11-22
Regardless of our ethnic backgrounds, social statuses, genders, or races, when we become believers we are to function as members of one family.
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Principle 4 – God’s Gift
Ephesians 1:20-2:10
When we present the message of hope in Christ, we must make sure that all people understand that good works do not contribute in any way to their salvation experience.
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Principle 3 – Measuring Corporate Maturity
Ephesians 1:15-19
When we evaluate the maturity of any local church, we should look for the ways believers are manifesting faith, hope, and love in their relationships with God and one another.
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Principle 2 – Our Position in Christ
Ephesians 1:3-14
Because of our eternal hope and secure relationship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, we should never cease to praise and worship him.
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Principle 12 – Pure Motives in Ministry
Galatians 6:11-17
To counter false teaching in the church, we must keep our motives pure.
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Principle 10 – Walking in Newness of Life
Ephesians 4:17-24
Since God chose each one of us to live holy lives, we are to become what he created us to be.
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Principle 9 – Building Up One Another
Ephesians 4:7-16
To become mature in Christ as local communities of faith, we must all function as members of one another.
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Principle 8 – Walking Worthy
Ephesians 4:1-6
When we truly understand what God has done for all of us in Jesus Christ, we should respond by living godly lives in love and unity.
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Principle 7 – Experiencing God’s Power
Ephesians 3:14-21
To live in God’s will as individuals and as communities of faith, we must not only understand God’s power but we must also experience this power.
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Principle 6 – Servants of the Gospel
Ephesians 3:1-13
As unified members of Christ’s body, we are to serve God and one another demonstrating to both the visible and the invisible world the message of God’s love and grace through Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – Justification by Faith
Galatians 3:10-26
When explaining that salvation is a free gift, we must also clarify that this gift can only be received by faith in Jesus Christ.
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Principle 4 – The Abrahamic Covenant
Galatians 2:17-3:9
To communicate the gospel comprehensively, we must understand God’s unconditional promise to Abraham.
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Principle 3 - Doctrinal Compromise
Galatians 2:11-16
Even prominent and sincere Christian leaders must be on guard against compromising the message of salvation because of social pressure.
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Principle 2 – Messages from God
Galatians 1:10-2:10
If we think God has spoken to us directly, we must always verify our experiences by consulting the Scriptures and other mature Christian leaders.
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Principle 1 – God’s Free Gift
Galatians 1:1-9
When presenting the gospel message we must make sure we clearly explain that salvation is God’s free gift.
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1 Corinthians Principle 30 – Proper Body Function
1 Corinthians 14:26-40
To produce spiritual maturity in our churches, we must create ways for the body of Christ to function in all of its parts—but always in productive and orderly ways.
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1 Corinthians Principle 29 – Articulate Communication
1 Corinthians 14:1-25
When speaking to one another and to God in services of instruction and worship, we should focus on clear and understandable communication.
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1 Corinthians Principle 28 – Measuring Corporate Maturity
1 Corinthians 13:8-13
When measuring maturity in our local churches, we should use the Christlike qualities of faith, hope, and love—but especially love—as divine criteria.
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1 Corinthians Principle 27 – Reflections of Love
1 Corinthians 13:4-7
To build up one another, we must demonstrate Christ’s love in all of our relationships.
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1 Corinthians Principle 26, The Way of Love
1 Corinthians 12:27-13:3
To create unity in our local churches, we must be committed to building up one another in love.
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Principle 25 – Unity in Christ
1 Corinthians 12:1-26
As members of local churches, we should be committed to manifesting the fruit of the Holy Spirit and becoming unified in Christ.
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Principle 24 – A Sacred Remembrance
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
When we participate in the Lord’s Supper, we should reflect deep care and concern for all members of Christ’s body.
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Principle 23 – Interpreting Scripture Accurately
1 Corinthians 10:14-11:16
We must be careful not to superimpose on Scripture particular forms that are never spelled out in a definitive way.
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Principle 22 – Lessons From Scripture
1 Corinthians 9:24-10:13
As we read the biblical story, we are to learn lessons that relate particularly to God’s discipline on his people when they persistently violated his will.
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Principle 21 – Freedom in Form
1 Corinthians 9:19-23
We should use a variety of means and methods to communicate the biblical message, but we are never to compromise biblical values.
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Principle 14 – Using Freedom Responsibly
1 Corinthians 6:12-20
Though we live under grace, we are never to use our freedom in Christ to violate His will.
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Principle 13 – Living Transformed Lives
1 Corinthians 6:1-11
When we become followers of Jesus Christ, we are no longer to function in the world as if we are still a part of the world.
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Principle 12 – Church Discipline
1 Corinthians 5:1-13
For local churches to become mature in Christ, church leaders must exercise proper church discipline.
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Principle 11 – Self-Defense
1 Corinthians 4:6-21
When we are falsely accused, it is not wrong to defend ourselves, but we should also have someone who knows us well verify our true character.
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Principle 10 – Prideful Perceptions
1 Corinthians 4:1-5
To evaluate the maturity of our spiritual leaders, we must make sure we are spiritually mature ourselves.
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Principle 9 – God’s Direct Discipline
1 Corinthians 3:16-23
We should warn Christians who are dividing the church for selfish reasons that they may be directly and severely disciplined by God.
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Principle 8 – The True Foundation
1 Corinthians 3:5-15
We are faithfully to build the church on Christ—who He is and what He taught.
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Principle 7 – Becoming Like Christ
1 Corinthians 3:1-4
As Christ-followers we should become mature and follow His example in all of our relationships within the church.
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Principle 6 – Spiritual Wisdom
1 Corinthians 2:6-16
When we study the Word of God, we are to rely on the Holy Spirit to open our minds to understand God’s amazing plan of redemption as well as His will for our lives as followers of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 5 – God’s Power
1 Corinthians 2:1-5
When presenting God’s truth, we should not depend upon our eloquence and personal strength but on God’s presence and power.
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Principle 4 – God’s Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:26-31
Though we may be considered unwise and even foolish by the world’s standards, we must understand that by God’s standards, we are wise and discerning.
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Principle 3 – Worldly Wisdom
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
We must continue to present the supernatural message boldly even though there are many educated people who consider salvation by faith in Christ foolishness.
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Principle 2 – Divisive Behavior
1 Corinthians 1:10-17
Though it’s natural to prefer certain spiritual leaders, we should not allow these preferences to create divisions in the church.
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Principle 1 – God’s Grace
1 Corinthians 1:1-9
To explain and appreciate God’s grace, we must understand the various ways this divine source is used in the New Testament.
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Principle 10, Philippians 3:10-21
Progressive Sanctification
To live in a manner worthy of the gospel, we must become more and more like the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Principle 9, Philippians 3:1-9
Made Righteous by Faith
To be faithful to the gospel of Jesus Christ, we must never compromise the biblical teaching that we are made righteous by faith and faith alone.
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Christlike Examples
To help Christians understand and imitate Christ’s attitude of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice, we should expose them to spiritual leaders who model these qualities.
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Principle 7, Philippians 2:9-18
Exemplifying the Incarnation
To demonstrate to the world who Jesus Christ is, we are to work out our salvation.
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Principle 6, Philippians 2:1-8
Imitating Christ
To live worthy of the gospel, we must live in harmony with one another, demonstrating Christ’s attitudes of unselfishness, humility, and self-sacrifice.
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Principle 5, Philippians – Mutual Support
Philippians 1:27-30
When we face various challenges in life, we are to draw our strength not only from Christ’s love and mercy, but from the love we have for one another.
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Principle 7 – A Pastoral Passion
Galatians 4:8-20
To minister to people effectively, we must develop pastoral hearts.
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Principle 6 – Unity in Christ
Galatians 3:27-4:7
Regardless of our ethnic background, cultural upbringing, or genders, when we are saved we are to function as one unified family in Christ.
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Principle 20 – Encounters with God
2 Corinthians 12:1-10
Believers are to be cautious about anyone’s claims to have received direct messages in God’s holy presence.
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Principle 19 – Servant-Leaders
2 Corinthians 11:16-333
Shepherds of God’s people must become servant-leaders, following the example of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 18 – Defeating Satan
2 Corinthians 11:1-15
We should be alert to Satan’s continual evil efforts to destroy local churches and other Christian ministries.
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Principle 17 – Self-Defense
2 Corinthians 10:1-18
When we are falsely accused, it is not wrong to defend ourselves, but when we do, we should always
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Principle 16 – Guidelines for Generosity
2 Corinthians 9:6-15
To live in God’s will, we are to follow biblical guidelines for using and sharing our material resources.
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Principle 90 – Walking in the Will of God
Psalm 94:1-23
Since God knows our every thought, word, and deed, we should seek to live in God’s will every moment of every day.
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Principle 89 – Authentic Worship
Psalm 93:1-5
To be able to worship God authentically, we must come to know our Creator personally as our majestic, all powerful, eternal, and holy King.
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Principle 88 – Praising God Regularly
Psalm 92:1-15
To be productive spiritually, we should praise God all the days of our lives for His constant love and faithfulness.
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Principle 87 – God’s Protection
Psalms 91:1-16
When we face life-threatening circumstances, we can be sure that God will deliver us, whether in life or in death.
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Principle 86 – Using Our Time Wisely
Psalm 90:1-17
Regardless of our age, we should use each new day God gives us to live in His will.
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Principle 85 – God’s Faithfulness
Psalm 89:1-52
We should rely on God to keep His promises even though it may appear He is not faithful.
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Principle 84 – Depression and Distortions
Psalm 88:1-18
When we become depressed, we should be aware that we may distort reality as we reflect on the past, describe the present, and anticipate the future.
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Principle 83 – The City of God
Psalm 87:1-7
We should discover principles from Israel’s history that definitely apply to the functioning body of Christ.
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Principle 82 – Discovering God’s Ways
Psalm 86:1-17
To discover God’s will for our lives, we should read and study God’s Word regularly.
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Principle 81 – Spiritual Renewal
Psalm 85:1-13
As members of our local churches, we should help one another experience continual transformation into the image of Jesus Christ.
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Principle 75, Forgiveness of Sins
Psalm 78:9-72-Psalm 79:1-13
To experience continual forgiveness of sin and intimate fellowship with God, we must acknowledge our sins and then walk in God’s will.
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Principle 74, Parental Nurture
Psalm 78:1-8
As parents, we are to teach our children God’s eternal Word, and as pastors, we should make sure our churches support this teaching-learning process.
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Principle 73, Remembering God
Psalm 77:1-20
When we are discouraged and even feel forsaken by God, we should reflect on the Lord’s holiness, his power, and his past blessings and provisions.
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