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How to Use a Study Bible

Bib-Lit 12-7-25 Mark’s topic for today was a focus on:Learning to Study our Bibles Better. Many different versions of the Bible are available for readers. Warm up. Important ways to start studying the Bible Begin with prayer Psalm 119:18 shows the power of Bible study The Bible is a library with various types of literature. Workout Studying the Psalms. The Psalms are Israel’s prayer and book…

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S.E. - How to Deal with Relational Conflict - A Biblical Approach, Part 2

Pastor David Fleming taught Part II: How to Deal with Relational Conflict—A Biblical Approach. Jesus dealt with conflict, which means we will too. Road map 1. The inevitability of relational conflict Paul dealt with conflict and resolution throughout his life. Opposition is part of ministry. Driven by reason or emotions? 2. The nature of relational conflict Relational storm and a cycle of emotions…

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How to Deal with Relational Conflict - A Biblical Approach Part 1

Pastor David Fleming taught part one of a two part class: How to Deal with Relational Conflict—A Biblical Approach. Today’s Road Map 1. The inevitability of Relational Conflict * You aren’t the only one * Jesus dealt with relational conflict * If you are a peacemaker, others need you 2. The nature of Relational Conflict The steps people consider in resolving relational conflict and how to glorify…

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Session 22 - Romans 7

11-16-25 Bib-Lit Mark continued in the book of Romans with a study of Romans 7:14-25:The Struggle is Real. Part 1—Debating Romans 7:15. 3 Hidden problems or positions of this verse. 1. Assumes Paul is converted. 2. Assumes Christianity and Judaism were separate to Paul. 3. Assumes Paul had a clean break from Judaism. Paul never converted but learned to recognize the Messiah. Timeline: Paul is born…

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Conversation with Dr. Paul Copan, one of the leading voices in Christian apologetics today.

11-9-25 Bib-Lit Pastor David interviewed Dr. Paul Copan, one of the leading voices in Christian Apologetics. He’s a philosopher, theologian, professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University, and authored and edited 45 books. During the interview, we learned about Dr. Copan’s views on campus life, Old Testament apologetics, and how to understand God in the Old Testament and New Testament. Apologetics is…

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Session 21 - Romans 7: 1-7 Paul’s most debated chapter.

11-2-25 Bib-Lit Mark continued in the study of Romans with a focus on Chapter 7: 1-7—Paul’s most debated chapter, especially the verses studied today. Paul uses a legal analogy. What about the law? Marriage metaphor: legal, exclusive, permanent. But when someone dies, everything changes. Death ends the legal agreement of the law. Illustration Paul draws out what Scripture says: We have died to the…

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Session 20- Romans 6 ; “You are not under law but under grace”( v-14)

10-26-25 Bib-lit Mark continued in Romans with a study of chapter 6:14-23. The lesson focused on liberation: to live as free in Christ and dead to sin. Mark had three points: 1. The promise of grace The purpose, reason, and result of Christ’s sacrifice Sin will have no dominion over the believer. 2. The choice of masters We are slaves to the one we obey. True freedom is serving God because He…

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Interview, Dr. John Barclay, Lightfoot Professor of Divinity Emeritus, University of Durham. Dr. Barclay

Biblical - Literacy — October 19, 2025 For Mission Sunday, Mark interviews Dr. John Barclay , a distinguished New Testament scholar known for his insights on the writings of Paul. Originally from London, Dr. Barclay grew up in a Christian home and studied classics and theology at Cambridge. He now serves as Professor of Divinity at Durham University. Dr. Barclay believes that living out our faith…

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Session 19 - Mark continues Romans study discussing Romans 6

Bib-Lit Summary Oct 12,2025 Mark gives us a lot to think about in this lesson from Romans 6:11-13 Mark introduces us to a Novel by: C. E. Lewis, The Chronicles of NARNIA, The Silver Chair. In this mystical novel Lewis is asking a question through stories; Primarily What is Real? Mark addresses this through a detailed look at Romans 6: 11-13 1. Rom. 6:11, So you must consider yourself dead to sin…

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Session 18 - Paul teaches us, in Romans, on living in Christian victory!

Bib-lit Class October 5, 2025 Mark begins the lesson by addressing a question or concern that we all may have had after giving our life to Christ. We may be worried that we have done something wrong. Everything seems to be going wrong with my life. I am not living that Christian Victory. I am not that success story that says I gave my life to Jesus and now everything is rainbows. Mark dissects…

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