Building Faith Families with Steve Demme

Matthew 16:19, “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven. Whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”

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Matthew 16:19, “I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven. And whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”

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“You have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by Whom we cry, ‘Abba! Father!’ The Spirit Himself bears witness with our Spirit that we are children of God.” (Romans 8:15-16)

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“All who are led by the Spirit are sons of God.” (Romans 8:14)

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“The Spirit and the Bride say, ‘Come.’” (Revelation 22:17)

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“Serve the LORD with gladness!” (Psalm 100:2)

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“You shall love God with all your heart, And His word shall be on your heart.” (Deuteronomy 6)

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“You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about Me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8)

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“The Holy Spirit prays for us with groanings that cannot be expressed in words. And the Father who knows all hearts knows what the Spirit is saying, for the Spirit pleads for us believers in harmony with God’s Own will.” (Romans 8:26-27) » Download the Transcript

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“How much more will the blood of Christ, Who through the eternal Spirit offered Himself without blemish to God, purify our conscience from dead works to serve the living God.” (Hebrews 9:14) » Download the Transcript

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John 6:63, “It is the Spirit Who gives life. The flesh is no help at all. The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life.” » Download the Transcript

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“This is eternal life, that they know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, Whom You have sent.” (John 17:3) » Download the Transcript

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“In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.” (Genesis 1:1-2) » Download the Transcript

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“You gave your Good Spirit to instruct them.” (Nehemiah 9:20) » Download the Transcript

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“He breathed on them and said to them, ‘Receive the Holy Spirit.’” (John 20:22) » Download the Transcript

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“In this is love, not that we have loved God but that he loved us and sent his Son to be the propitiation for our sins.” (1 John 4:10) » Download the Transcript

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“We have an advocate with the Father. Jesus Christ the Righteous, He is the propitiation for our sins, and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world.” (1 John 2:1-2) » Download the Transcript

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“We have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that He opened for us through the curtain that is, through His flesh, since we have a great priest over the house of God, let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of […]

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“The life of the flesh is in the blood, and I have given it to you on the altar to make atonement for your souls; for it is the blood by reason of the life that makes atonement.” (Leviticus 17:11) » Download the Transcript

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“Let the Word of Christ dwell in you richly.” (Colossians 3:16) » Download the Transcript

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“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” (2 Corinthians 5:17) » Download the Transcript

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You shall call his name Isaac. » Download the Transcript

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Hebrews 4:12, “The Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two‑edged sword piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” » Download the Transcript

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“They (Bereans) received the word with all eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.” (Acts 17) » Download the Transcript

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“You search the Scriptures because you think they give you eternal life, but the Scriptures bear witness of Me.” (John 5:39) » Download the Transcript

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“I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you.” (Ezekiel 36:26) » Download the Transcript

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“If we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another and the blood of Jesus, His Son cleanses us from all sin.” (1 John 1:7) » Download the Transcript

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“He shall write for himself in a book a copy of this law … and he shall read in it all the days of his life.” (Deuteronomy 17:18-19) » Download the Transcript

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“From childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.” (2 Timothy 3:15) » Download the Transcript

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“Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.” » Download the Transcript

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There is nothing on earth that I desire besides You. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. » Download the Transcript

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“The first man, Adam, became a living being. The last Adam became a life‑giving spirit.” » Download the Transcript

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“The creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God.” (Romans 8:19) » Download the Transcript

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Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when He finished, one of His disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray.” (Luke 11:1) » Download the Transcript

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“Those who keep the commandments of God and hold to the testimony of Jesus.” (Revelation 12:17) » Download the Transcript

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Listen and learn more about the rich and varied meaning of El Shaddai. » Download the Transcript

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“May the God of peace Himself, sanctify you completely, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Thessalonians 5:23) » Download the Transcript

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“It shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out My Spirit on all flesh.” » Download the Transcript

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“You shall have a song as in the night when a holy feast is kept.” » Download the Transcript

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“Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and cry to her that her warfare is ended, that her iniquity is pardoned, that she has received from Jehovah’s hand double for all her sins.” » Download the Verses

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God is faithful and true! » Download the Transcript

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Faith takes things as they are and makes them bend to the will of God. » Download the Transcript

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All hail the power of Jesus’ name! » Download the Transcript

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“Oh, magnify Jehovah with me, and let us exalt His name together.” (Psalm 34:3) » Download the Transcript

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“Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit.” (Zechariah 4:6) » Download the Transcript

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“The Lord said unto My Lord, ‘Sit at My right hand until I make Your enemies a footstool for Your feet.’” (Psalm 110:1) » Download the Transcript

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Revelation 12:10, “They over came him by the blood of the Lamb.” » Download the Transcript

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And how we celebrated with mini golf. 🙂 » Download the Transcript

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“Great shall be the peace of your children.” (Isaiah 54:13) » Download the Transcript

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Matthew 6:16, “Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.” » Download the Transcript

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Ephesians 6:10, “Be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of His might.” » Download the Transcript

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Learn how you can help cohost Scott and Jen after the birth of their premature grandson Henry. Listen to the podcast or watch the video below. Make a donation to Scott and Jen: » Donate Today

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Let our prayers be counted as incense before you. » Download the Transcript

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Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. » Download the Transcript

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Isaiah 1:18. “Come now, let us reason together, says Jehovah. Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow. Though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.” » Download the Transcript

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“You shall bring his sons also and put coats on them, and anoint them, as you anointed their father, that they may minister to Me as priests. And their anointing shall admit them to a perpetual priesthood throughout their generations.” (Exodus 40) » Download the Transcript

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Love one another as I have loved you.” (John 13:34, 15:12) » Download the Transcript

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Hear how the Perdomo Family incorporated family devotions, beginning with the Song of Songs 🙂 » Subscribe on iTunes

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“He established a testimony in Jacob and appointed a law in Israel, which He commanded our fathers to teach to their children.” (Psalm 78:5) » Subscribe on iTunes

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“He established a testimony in Jacob and appointed a law in Israel, which He commanded our fathers to teach to their children.” (Psalm 78:5) » Subscribe on iTunes

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Steve shares how God blessed a one day event on Family Worship. » Subscribe on iTunes

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“We have believed and have come to know that You are the Holy One of God.” (John 6:69) » Download the Transcript

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He who establishes us with you in Christ and anointed us is God. (2 Cor. 1:21) » Download the Transcript

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Priests not only worship, serve, minister, pray, and fight spiritual warfare, priests teach. » Download the Transcript

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Jesus came not to be served but to serve and give Himself. » Download the Transcript

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Carry one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. » Download the Transcript

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“Let Your priests be clothed with righteousness, and let Your saints shout for joy.” (Psalm 132:9) » Download the Transcript

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Priests are on God’s team and stand with Him. » Download the Transcript

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We have the potential to bless God and bless God’s people. » Download the Transcript

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When we have our own spiritual battles the best thing to do is sing, declare the truth, and worship God. » Download the Transcript

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We’re singing joyfully. Serving God with gladness. Most of all we are happy coming before His face.

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Humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

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“This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent.”

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Let the high praises of God be in their mouth and a two edged sword in their hand.

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In this episode we explore an important characteristic of priests.

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In this episode we continue to explore what it means to be a priest, a member of the priesthood of believers.

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“You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His own possession.” (1 Peter 2:9)

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“Moses went up to God, and Jehovah called him from the mountain, saying, Thus you shall say to the house of Jacob, and tell the sons of Israel, you yourselves have seen what I did to the Egyptians and how I bore you on eagles’ wings and brought you to Myself.” (Exodus 19:3-6)

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One of the things that God designed us to do is to believe Him, stand by Him and work with Him.

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“From childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus.”

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Trumpets, loud shouts, and the mighty hand of God.

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This was the report from the Minnesota family camp.

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“Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name!” (Psalm 100:4)

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“The one who offers thanksgiving as his sacrifice glorifies me; to one who orders his way rightly I will show the salvation of God!” (Psalm 50:23)

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“You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for His own possession.” (1 Peter 2:9)

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This honor have all the saints.

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“He drove the man out, and at the east of the Garden of Eden, He stationed the cherubim and the flaming sword, which turned every direction, to guard the way to the tree of life.” Genesis 3:24

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“There, I will meet with you. From above the mercy.”

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“And you shall make two cherubim of gold; of hammered work shall you make them, on the two ends of the mercy.” (Exodus 25:18)

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“Oh, that My people had such a heart as this, to fear Me and to keep My commandments always, that it might go well with them and with their children.” (Deuteronomy 5:29)

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You are a letter of Christ, written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone, but on tablets of human hearts.

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“You are a chosen race, a royal priesthood.”

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“Another angel came and stood at the altar with a golden censer, and he was given much incense to offer with the prayers of all the saints on the golden altar before the throne.” (Revelation 8)

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Stay dressed for action and keep your lamps burning.

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Keep your lamps burning. Be filled with the Spirit.

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Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works and glorify your Father, who is in heaven.

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“I saw seven golden lampstands. In the middle of the lampstands, I saw one like a Son of Man, clothed in a robe reaching to the feet and girded across His chest with a golden sash.”

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“You shall make a lampstand of pure gold. The lampstand shall be made of hammered work: its base, its stem, its cups, its calyxes, and its flowers shall be of one piece with it.” (Exodus 25:31)

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“Place the Bread of the Presence on the table to remain before Me at all times.” (Exodus 25:30)

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In this study of the tabernacle, God has taken the time to give us physical realities that are patterned after heavenly realities so that we can see them physically to introduce heavily realities.

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“It shall be a regular burnt offering throughout your generations at the entrance of the tent of meeting before Jehovah where I will meet with you to speak to you there. There I will meet with the people of Israel, and it shall be sanctified by My glory.” (Exodus 29:42-43)

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“Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that He opened for us through the curtain, that is, through His flesh, and since we have a great priest over the House of God, let us draw near with a true heart […]

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“We have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that He opened for us through the curtain, that is, through His flesh.”

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Whenever Moses entered the tent, the pillar of cloud would descend and stand at the entrance of the tent; and Jehovah would speak with Moses.

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The Bronze Basin where priests are washed and set apart.

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“You search the scriptures, because you think that in them you have eternal life, and it is they that bear witness about me.” (John 5:39)

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“These are My words, which I spoke to you while I was still with you, that all things which are written about me in the Law of Moses and the prophets and the Psalms, must be fulfilled.” (Luke 24:44)

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“Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing.” (Psalm 100:1)

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Bind the festival sacrifice with cords to the horns of the altar.

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There, I will meet with the people of Israel, and it shall be sanctified by my glory.

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“The Lord went before them by day in a pillar of cloud, to lead them along the way. By night in a pillar or column of fire, to give them light that they might travel by day and by night.”

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Every piece of the tabernacle of witness, points to God’s perfect plan to reveal His Son.

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“Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.” (Isaiah 1:18)

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Jesus is the Gate. For No one comes to the Father except through Him.

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“Your testimonies are wonderful. Therefore, my soul keeps them. The unfolding of Your words gives light. It imparts understanding to the simple. I open my mouth and pant because I long for Your commandments. Turn to me and be gracious to me as is Your way with those who love Your name.” (Psalm 119:129-132)

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You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; and it is they that bear witness about Me.

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It is written, man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.

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Unto us was the Gospel preached as well as unto them, but the Word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it.

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“This God — His way is perfect; the word of the LORD proves true.”

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“The Lord is King, lift up your voice. O earth, and all ye heavens rejoice. From world to world, the song shall ring. The Lord Omnipotent is King.”

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“I have sworn to David, My servant. I will establish your offspring forever, and build your throne for all generations.”

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Jesus said that “everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the Psalms, must be fulfilled.”

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Since it’s true that “every” word is inspired, and that men shall not live by bread alone but by “every” word that comes from the mouth of the Father, then anything that comes from God’s mouth needs to be treated with reverence and respect.

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God has exalted above all things, His name and His Word.

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Bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God.

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A book of remembrance was written before Him of those who feared the LORD and esteemed His name.

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Learning how to be a better husband and father led me to knowing and loving my heavenly Father better.

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They have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.

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“Much more will those who receive the abundance of grace and the free gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man Jesus Christ.” (Romans 5:17)

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“And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and satan, the deceiver of the whole world.” (Revelation 12:9)

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Because of the death and life of Jesus, we consider ourselves dead to sin and alive to God.

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“Come now, let us reason together, says the LORD: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red like crimson, they shall become like wool.” Isaiah 1:18

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“I am my beloved’s, and my beloved is mine.” Song of Solomon 6:3

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God knows us thoroughly and loves us completely.

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I will tell of the decree: The Lord said to me, “You are my Son; today I have begotten you.” (Psalm 2:7)

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“The LORD hath chosen thee to be a peculiar people unto Himself.” (Deuteronomy 14:2)

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Being a parent is a the most significant calling with the greatest long-term impact and the least amount of training.

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As we pray that God would turn our heart towards Him and love Him, I know God’s going to answer that prayer.

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“Every good and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with Whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” (James 1:17)

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This is the confidence that we have toward Him, that if we ask anything according to His will He hears us.

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For followers of Jesus, the ball is in our court. “If My people who are called by My name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face.” (2 Chronicles 7:14)

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I’ve always felt that home education was way more than academics. I believe it’s what God said he would do in Malachi 4 when He turns Father’s hearts towards their children and the children’s hearts towards their father.

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This is a report from Steve’s first homeschool convention in 2021.

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David was more than a shepherd boy who slew Goliath and became a king. David exhibited Christ-like qualities and foreshadowed the Messiah.

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Adam walked with God, worked with God, and communed with God. This is the blessed existence that we were meant to experience.

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“In Him, all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through Him to reconcile to Himself all things, whether on Earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of His cross.”

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Charlotte told Dr. Malan, “I want to come to Jesus, but I don’t know how.” He replied, “Why not come just as you are?”

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“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit, you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13)

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“For what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them. For His invisible attributes, namely, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So they are without excuse. For although they […]

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“Abraham took the wood of the burnt offering and laid it on Isaac his son. And he took in his hand the fire and the knife. So they went both of them together.” Genesis 22:6

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“Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world.” Philippians 2:14-15

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“Fear not, I am with thee. Oh, be not dismayed, for I am thy God, I will still give thee aid. I’ll strengthen thee, help thee, and cause thee to stand. Upheld by my gracious, omnipotent hand.”

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In the song “Great is Thy Faithfulness,” there is a special phrase, “There is no shadow of turning with Thee. Thou changest not Thy compassions, they fail not, as Thou hast been Thou forever will be.” Listen in as we discover one of God’s most wonderful attributes.

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“The LORD is righteous in all His ways and kind in all His works.” (Psalm 145:17)

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“Who is this King of glory? The Lord of Hosts, He is the King of glory.” Psalm 24:10

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On this episode Steve expounds on God’s character attribute of “goodness”.

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On this episode Steve talks about God’s character quality of being steadfast or, as another translation calls it, unfailing.

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“In these last days He has spoken to us by His son, Whom He appointed the heir of all things, through Whom also He created the world. He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of His nature, and He upholds the universe by the word of His power.” (Hebrews […]

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“With it we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse people who are made in the likeness of God. From the same mouth come blessing and cursing.” (James 3:9-10)

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“Behold, God is exalted in His power; who is a teacher like Him?” Job 36:22

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On the episode, we discuss an attribute of God that probably wouldn’t be on the top 20 of people’s list of attributes of God they would wish to study. And yet it is such an important attribute of God.

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One of the primary reasons why we should study God’s attributes and His character so that we might know Him more and we would have our knowledge of Him increased. On this episode we explore God’s attribute as the loving initiator.

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You have seen well, for I am watching over My Word to perform it. (Jeremiah 1:12)

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Drawing for Psalm 100, Steve guides us through a journey of seeking who God is through His character.

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Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. (Psalm 100:4)

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On this episode, Steve reminds us that God is working and making all things work together for good.

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In this episode Steve shares some family activity ideas that promote fun learning.

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Traveling to parks and public trails is fine, but there is also a lot a family can do at home.

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Being familiar with the order of the books in Scripture contributes to Biblical literacy.

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Jesus said: “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.” (Matthew 4:4)

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This is a special discipline that is best done as a family unit.

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Paul says that honoring one’s parents is the first commandment with a promise, which is: “that it may go well with you and that you may live long in the land.” (Ephesians 6:2-3)

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Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other.” (Romans 12:10 NLT)

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Finding splendor in the ordinary rhythm of life.

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A wonderful way to develop family closeness and chemistry is to read good books aloud in the home.

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A great way to connect as a family is to gather around a camp fire or go for a hike!

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In the stars His handiwork I see. Amos 5:8 reads: “He who made the Pleiades and Orion and turns deep darkness into the morning and darkens the day into night.”

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Is our family our first priority, after God, or do we give them the crumbs?

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Being a Safe Dad. Loving connective-parenting of fear-based parenting.

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Let’s focus on our Heavenly Father and meditate on Him who is: merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.

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Parents can encourage their children by being transparent and acknowledge that they are a work in progress!

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Looking at the wonderful father and his unchanging love for his prodigal young son and his whiny older brother.

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My great desire as a dad is to be honorable to make it easier for my children to honor me and inherit the benefits of obeying the fifth commandment.

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As I dad I don’t want my teaching to be overwhelming but doable. Jesus said His yoke was easy to bear, and His burden was light.

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We often parent as we were parented or as we wished we had been parented. God encourages Fathers to, “provoke not your children to wrath: but nurture them in the chastening and admonition of the Lord.” (Ephesians 6:4)

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God the Father loved Jesus His Son. He then exhorts us to love our children the same way.

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This podcast is an encouragement for fathers to intentionally invest in the lives of their children. Fathers play a significant role in the lives of their children.

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This directive precedes the larger section of Ephesians 5 about loving our wives as Christ loved the church. We need the filling and equipping that comes from God’s Spirit.

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Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: ‘Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.’” (Proverbs 31:28-29) Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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When you have run out of scriptures to apply, ask your wife for her input. “Husbands, live with your wives in an understanding way, showing honor to the woman as the weaker vessel, since they are heirs with you of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.” (1 Peter 3:7) […]

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Jesus loves us, as His father loved Him. He makes us know we are beloved, we belong, and we are pleasing to Him. May our wives sense the same affection from us. Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Jesus is forgiving, comforting, faithful, and present. May God help us by His Spirit to emulate Jesus in our marriage. Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Jesus bears our burdens, is easy to approach, is a good teacher, and is consistent. We aspire to be like Jesus in our marriage. Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Jesus pursued us, gave us the Word of God, is gentle, meek, and encouraging. By His grace, we can be the same. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Jesus served us, died for us, and loved us unconditionally. By His grace, we can do the same. Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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The more I comprehend and assimilate God’s grace to His bride, the greater my capacity to extend this same grace to my bride. Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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When the Spirit inspired Paul to pen these words, he is basing his teaching the New Commandment which Jesus first gave in John 13:34, “I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you.” Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast […]

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Paul says the authority a husband has been given is for building up and not for tearing down. I believe men have the potential to build up and encourage our wife. I also believe we have the potential to hurt and wound them like no one else. Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. […]

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How can we be godly husbands and build up our wives? What are our God-given responsibilities in Christian marriage? Download a PDF transcript of the episode here. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“Seek the LORD and his strength; seek his presence continually!” (Psalms 105:4) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“Now all of us can come to the Father through the same Holy Spirit because of what Christ has done for us.” (Ephesians 2:19 NLT) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.” (Jeremiah 29:13 NLT) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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After singing, thanking, and praying His name, then I humbly ask God to give me ears to hear what the Spirit is saying, from Revelation 2:29 “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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We can sing praises and give thanks to God for what He has done. We can also praise, honor, and bless Him for who He is. The Psalmist exhorts us to praise His name or His nature and character. 

As we come into the city of God, we have the opportunity to come with thanks offerings as our sacrifice. Being thankful in all things is a high calling and the unique privilege of all of God’s children. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Singing praise to God has been a part of my Christian life since I first heard the gospel. Praising God is a portal into His presence. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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On this episode, Steve kicks off a new series of talks on how we can enter in and invite God’s presence into our every day lives. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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On this episode, Steve and Zac Northern talk about the significance of the Gap Year as it relates to discipleship and higher education. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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A Godly legacy is a parent’s greatest gift to their children. Listen in on Part 4 of this series as Steve shares some insights that will help parents influence their children towards a lasting legacy. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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A Godly legacy is a parent’s greatest gift to their children. Listen in on Part 3 of this series as Steve shares some insights that will help parents influence their children towards a lasting legacy. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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A Godly legacy is a parent’s greatest gift to their children. Listen in on Part 2 of this series as Steve shares some insights that will help parents influence their children towards a lasting legacy. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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A Godly legacy is a parent’s greatest gift to their children. On this episode, Steve shares some insights that will help parents influence their children towards a lasting legacy. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Over the years, God has brought wonderful people along side of us at just the right time. We need this ongoing support from this community of faithful people. From supportive family to therapists to Special Olympics to Joni and Friends Retreats, we are so thankful for the faithful friends who have walked with us on […]

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Over the years, God has brought wonderful people along side of us at just the right time. We need this ongoing support from this community of faithful people. From supportive family to therapists to Special Olympics to Joni and Friends Retreats, we are so thankful for the faithful friends who have walked with us on […]

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Join us for a special interview with Joni Eareckson Tada (Joni and Friends) where she talks about suffering and dealing with hardship.

The conclusion to our study of Jacob. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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More insights from the life of Jacob, who rested with God and was transformed into Israel. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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When I was going through difficult experiences I asked God if I were the only one who had to learn such important lessons through so much pain. The first person God brought to my mind was Jacob. As we study the life of Jacob in Genesis there are several lessons we can learn which will […]

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Roger Erdvig is a friend and expert in asking insightful and meaningful questions. Join us in part 2 of our interview. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Roger will be speaking about how to ask good coaching questions. There is a difference between listening and hearing. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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President of Hope International, speaks to us about what God is doing through Christian Microfinance. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Special Guest Jaime Saint, the son of Steve Saint and president of ITEC, provides a unique model for fulfilling the Great Commission. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Steve is the son of Nate Saint who flew the five missionaries into Ecuador in 1956. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Steve is the son of Nate Saint who flew the five missionaries into Ecuador in 1956. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Special guest Bob Farewell shares a few insights to landing your dream job. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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A true story of following your dream and developing a family business. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Last year, I was communing with God and after worshipping, confessing sin, and believing in the blood of Jesus to cleanse me and make me near to God, I asked God to fill me with His Spirit. In the same thought I also asked Him to lead me by His Spirit, help me walk in, […]

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“You have been united with Christ Jesus. Once you were far away from God, but now you have been brought near to him through the blood of Christ.” (Ephesians 2:13) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood.” (Romans 3:25) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Drawing near to God is as easy as a child crawling up into his fathers lap and as complex as the High Priest entering the Holy of Holies. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Come into his presence with singing! Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! (Psalm 100:2,4) 

Listen in as Steve interviews his special guest, Peter Greer, who is President of Hope International, about his latest book, Rooting for Rivals. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Join us as we talk through God’s Providences in Steve’s most important lessons. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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All my business experiences shaped me. Some jobs I enjoyed, some I didn’t, but they all were used of God to prepare me for what I am doing now. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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As I reflect on the lessons I have learned through the years, four principles emerged which are still evident in how I conduct business to this day. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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What need am I meeting? What unique skill sets do I possess? What experience do I have? Steve shares how these questions were applied in the beginning of his businesses. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Is your business profitable? Do you have a competitive edge? How do I get started? Steve addresses these and other questions in the second part of our series. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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The idea of working for yourself, or having your own business, is different than working for someone else. God has uniquely created each of us for the work He has designed for us to accomplish. Have I been wired to be an employer or an employee? Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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This spring and summer, several people close to me have lost loved ones. During difficult seasons like this I find myself clinging to the promises of God. Inspired promises like: A very present help in times of trouble, and, He is near to the broken hearted and saves the crushed in spirit provide comfort. Subscribe […]

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Most of us battle feelings the we are not enough. And no matter how hard we try, we fall short of what we should be and do. This is not true. The antidote for discouragement is encouragement. Join us as we encourage each other in the Lord. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on […]

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We each have a unique narrative about our life. The combination of our upbringing, our experiences, our struggles, and our triumphs have contributed to making us who we are. Hearing each other’s story is encouraging and transforming. “He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps […]

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Earlier this spring, our pastor did a two part sermon on Peter that has been a huge help and encouragement to me in my journey. We all know that Peter denied Jesus, but after the resurrection our Risen Lord pursued and crafted an incredibly detailed plan to rebuild him. As an apostle Peter was not […]

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When we die, it will be nice if they miss us and say nice things about us, but it will be eternally wonderful if they say he was a super dad who had a Great Savior! Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Jesus said, “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you.” (John 15:9). Then he exhorted us, “As I have loved you, love one another.” (John 15:12). Our focus is on specific ways Jesus loves us and how we can love our family the same way. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast […]

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Most of us parent as we have been parented. Or we parent as we wish we had been parented. Beginning in Genesis we observe generational patterns among the patriarchs. The consider how God the Father loved His Son. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“Don’t worry that children never listen to you; worry that they are always watching you.” ~Robert Fulghum. In this second episode, we consider commands directed to dads and discuss what provokes and exasperates children. “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord.” (Ephesians […]

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More than half of American children are growing up in fatherless homes. 85% of men in prison are fatherless as as 90% of all homeless and runaway children. In this first part of our series we are exploring the influence of fathers in scripture. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Often after a conference, when I have shared my story of the last few years concerning my personal crisis, rediscovering the love of God, and how to communicate with my wife, someone will ask me to speak to their spouse. On this podcast I will be sharing some tools that have worked for me on […]

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I had the privilege of speaking at several conferences this Spring. What impressed me about the event in Winnipeg was how the people attending did not only hear the message, they applied what they were learning. Their attitude reminded me of the wise and foolish folks in the Sermon on the Mount. Subscribe to the […]

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Discover the connection between the Great Commandment and the New Commandment. As we pursue loving and knowing God, we are equipped to love others as we have been loved. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” (Proverbs 27:17) Men need other men. Jesus sent out the disciples two by two. “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he […]

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A song by the Gaithers has this phrase: “The longer I serve Him the sweeter He grows.” I would add, the more that I know Him the more that I love Him. Knowing God and loving God go hand in hand. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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I sensed the Spirit saying to my heart, “What do I know about God?” I knew the questions was not what do I believe about God, or what do others know, but what does Steve know? This question was a stimulus to chronicle and record what I knew personally about the Triune God. Subscribe to […]

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When I was a student in seminary, I attended a wonderful weekend retreat. God was present and my friends were deeply moved by the meetings and the worship. But not me. For I discovered I had a hard heart. In this episode Steve shares how God revealed his spiritual condition and provided a remedy. Subscribe […]

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The most outstanding character trait of David, was not as a warrior, nor as a king, nor as a worshipper, it was his heart. The LORD has sought out a man after his own heart,” (1 Samuel 13:13) “For the LORD sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the LORD […]

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The life of Solomon, the wisest king in the history of Israel, convicts me. In considering his life, was he a wise man or a foolish man? “For when Solomon was old his wives turned away his heart after other gods, and his heart was not wholly true to the LORD his God, as was […]

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Thankfulness is not a pleasant accessory, but an essential part of followers of Jesus. It is the fruit of faith, in our good, loving, sovereign Father. “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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A popular passage of scripture frequently read around the Christmas season is Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child is born”, but there is more to this scripture than a child being born, a kingdom is being established with the “passionate commitment of the LORD of Heaven’s Armies!” Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast […]

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“Then they said to him, ‘What must we do, to be doing the works of God?’ Jesus answered them, ‘This is the work of God, that you believe in him whom he has sent.’” (John 6:28-29)        “Faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by […]

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“God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things that are not, to bring to nothing things that are, so that no human being might boast in the presence of God. And because of him you are in Christ Jesus, who became to us wisdom from God, righteousness and sanctification and redemption,” […]

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God loves us. Every day. He cares for us all the time. But we struggle to believe and comprehend His unconditional affection for us. Perhaps it is our own baggage which inhibits the good news from our Dad.        “Jesus answered them, ‘This is the work of God, that you believe in him […]

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Jesus received the Spirit at His baptism, which enabled Him to fulfill His ministry. At the end of His earthly mission, He directed His disciples to wait in Jerusalem where they would “receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and […]

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“Now that you have come to know God, or rather to be known by God,” (Galatians 4:9)        “O LORD, you have examined my heart and know everything about me.      How precious are your thoughts about me, O God. They cannot be numbered! I can’t even count them; they outnumber the […]

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Discover the common thread of God working through the lives of John Hus, Count Ludwig Von Zinzendorf, William Carey, and John & Charles Wesley. “Remember your leaders who taught you the word of God. Think of all the good that has come from their lives, and follow the example of their faith.” (Hebrews 13:7)   […]

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“I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, My soul will exult in my God; For He has clothed me with garments of salvation, He has wrapped me with a robe of righteousness” (Isaiah 61:10)        “For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” (Galatians 3:27 NIV) Subscribe […]

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“You shall call his name Jesus, for he will save his people from their sins.” (Matthew 1:21)        “He saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, ‘Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!’” (John 1:29) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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When Jesus was affirmed as God’s Son at His baptism, He was also informed He was “beloved.” The same way the Father divinely and unconditionally loves His boy, He also loves each of His adopted children. We know this because Jesus declares “as the Father has loved me, so have I loved you.” Subscribe to […]

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When Jesus was baptized, the audible words from His Father were: “This is my beloved Son.” With these five words Jesus knew He belonged. He was God’s Son. When we receive Jesus, and believe on His name, we are each given the right to become children of God. We are adopted into the family of […]

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In an age when we are bombarded with the media encouraging a spirit of discontent, God patiently reminds us to not covet, but be thankful, and “be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’” (Hebrews 13:5) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Being thankful is a fruit of our faith in an all-loving, all-powerful, all-knowing God. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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Hymnbooks were a regular part of Christian worship for over one hundred years. But when D.L. Moody and Ira Sankey first ministered in England the only music they had was found in a scrapbook of Sankey. The songs which he sang were so popular people wanted to have a printed copy. Listen to the podcast […]

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“For I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day” (2 Timothy 1:12 KJV). “Hymns will get you through the night.”- E Elliot “Never doubt in the DARK what God told you in the LIGHT.” V. Raymond Edman. Dr […]

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What do these people of faith have in common? God met them in the valley.   “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1) “The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” (Psalm 34:18) ”Cast your burden on the LORD, and he will sustain […]

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“Many of the churches my husband Lars and I visit on our travels seem to know nothing of the great old hymns that have instructed, comforted, and enriched the church for centuries. Hymns constitute a crucial part of worship … Hymns will get you through the night. In January of 1956, when five women were […]

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Fanny Crosby wrote: “It seemed intended by the blessed providence of God that I should be blind all my life, and I thank him for the dispensation. If perfect earthly sight were offered me tomorrow I would not accept it. I might not have sung hymns to the praise of God if I had been […]

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“Love one another: just as I have loved you,” (John 13:34). The Father beautifully and perfectly loved on His Son. The Son then wonderfully and fully loved us. As we receive and marinate in this divine affection, we are equipped to love our own children in a similar fashion. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families […]

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The only perfect father-son relationship which has ever existed is between God the Father and Jesus the Son. How did the Father love His Son? As we seek to understand this wonderful loving dynamic, we get a glimpse of how to love our own children. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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As parents seek to teach their children diligently and live a Christian lifestyle in front of them, God’s word calls parents to love Him with all their heart, soul, and might, and have His word on their own hearts. When we are in love with God and His word, we are prepared to teach our […]

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What is your vision for the family? How do you understand the role of parents in discipling your children? What one scripture or scriptural principle has influenced your parenting? Join us as we consider how the word of God guides us on our understanding of the Christian home. Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast […]

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“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change.” (James 1:17) “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18) Subscribe to the Building Faith […]

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“The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.” (Proverbs 10:22) I know of nothing else I desire more, when setting out to work with God, than His blessing. You can have the best business plan and be very diligent in applying all the biblical principles we have studied, but […]

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“On the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done. So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation.” (Genesis 2:2-3) Working […]

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There is merit in working with one’s hands. “Aspire to live quietly, and to mind your own affairs, and to work with your hands, as we instructed you, so that you may walk properly before outsiders and be dependent on no one.” (1 Thessalonians 4:11-12) Subscribe to the Building Faith Families podcast on iTunes.

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As Christians, we are living for Christ. When it comes to entering into a partnership with an unbeliever, my advice is to avoid it all costs. This alliance will not work. We are living for different gods. I would also suggest that you be prudent and cautious entering into partnerships and binding contracts with a […]

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To co-sign means to sign along with someone else. The contract will now have two signatures, yours and your friend’s. By cosigning you and your friend are committing to pay back the loan with interest. The reason your friend is asking you to cosign, is because the bank does not think your friend is a […]

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In place of shortcuts to have our needs met, consider many of the scriptures in Proverbs that magnify diligence and warn against laziness. “A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich. He who gathers in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps in harvest is a son who […]

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