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We continue our study at the differences in Scripture of between the "milk" and the "meat". We cover the prize available for all believers, the surety of our salvation, and the POSSIBLE receiving of rewards (or the LOSS THEREOF!). We also cover what it means to be a "babe in Christ" and a "mature" believer!

In our final lesson, we focus on those who have the higher knowledge and wisdom regarding the Truth of the Kingdom and what is at stake for their inheritance. There are many differences in this passage as it connects to the parable of the minas in Luke 19 which shows a different group of believers being discussed!

In this last section of Ruth chapter 3 we see a few final thoughts from the Lord regarding our standing as the Bride of Christ. We finish with an overall view of the chapter for a fresh recap.

In this last section of Ruth chapter 3 we see a few final thoughts from the Lord regarding our standing as the Bride of Christ. We finish with an overall view of the chapter for a fresh recap.

As we continue with our study, picking up in verse 4, we begin to see the "marriage proposal" of Ruth toward Boaz, but also what it means. A deeper picture begins to emerge that makes clear God's intentions for His people, if they are willing and open to listen.

Beginning this series of messages is a Word the Lord seeks to share with us regarding what we "think" we know and challenging us to seek deeper truths, to seek more. God stirs a hunger and thirst in His people that can only be quenched by Him. Are you hungry enough to want more?

We begin a deep study into who the Bride of Christ truly is by studying a picture passage in the Book of Ruth chapter 3. We will see who Ruth, Boaz, and Naomi stand for and what it will take for us to be a part of the Bride of Christ, which we will also see, is DIFFERENT from being a Wedding GUEST.

God has a special message to His children and it revolves around their understanding of love. How they see themselves in love, how they see others in love, and how they understand The Father's love for them.

As we shift from the Wedding "Guests" to the Bride, we begin with a parable found in Matthew 25 about the 10 virgins who were to prepare for the coming King. We will see the fate of the 5 foolish and the reward of the 5 wise.

Looking at Matthew 9:9-17 we see a beautiful picture of what God says about us, but also what we have been given! It is time for the Body of Christ to understand and identify with who She is and Who She belongs to...but more importantly, where She is no longer!

In this episode George and Pastor Gerald discuss the differences in what is called the "milk" and "meat" doctrines. We begin with an illustration in the style of one of Jesus parables of how we as believers have more to our lives than merely salvation. After we accept Christ, then what?

In our study of Luke 19:11-27, we see a connection to our previous study of the Parable of the Wedding Guests. Once more, we see a group of people called by "the Nobleman" to be about business while he is away. What transpires in this parable is heart wrenching, yet exciting.

God uses a message from 2 Corinthians 6 to hone in on our character development as believers in Christ. It does us no good to say we want to be used of God and remain in our issues and say there is no hope for change. There is a reason to God's calling us out from among the world. There is an answer God wants us to see. Will you listen?

In our inaugural episode, my dear friend and brother in Christ George Will joins me to discuss a part of Christianity that most never see. There IS more to the Word of God that what we've been taught. There is a more to see...if you are willing to look. Come with us as we dig deeper into the "whole counsel" and its meaning!

Beginning in 1 Corinthians 3:16-17 we look at our identity in God from a completely different perspective, as a temple of God who resides within us. But from there, we take a study of the things in our lives, idols if you will, that can "close the doors" of our temple and keep the glory of God from flowing. There is freedom in Christ, we just have to choose Him.

By taking and in depth look at Matthew 21:42-45 we see that it introduces us to the parable that Jesus gives in Matthew 22. This parable is extremely important to not only understand, but also to apply to our lives as believers. Much discernment from Holy Spirit is needed here to clearly see what Jesus was telling us.

In John 15:12-17, Jesus gives us Truths that are up to us to believe. They are pointed and direct. But we must weigh each one carefully and not give a "religious" answer to His statements. Be ready to get free...

In the second half of our parables on what takes place at the Judgment Seat of Christ, we see the Lord speak specifically about the Body of Christ and how they are represented as "pearls". But the passage states something very intriguing here, it mentions 1 pearl of great value...who could this be?

God uses a visual for us to see an invitation to us as believers to take the light into the darkness. He at first reveals that this battle He has called us to is His battle, He also reveals to us the fact that He chooses to use us.

Looking at Matthew 13:44, but also studying verse 52 of the passage, we see the beginning of two groups of people that will obtain rewards before the Millennial Reign of Christ begins. It is imperative that we understand the time frame of what is in view for this parable. But once you see it, you can't unsee it.

Beginning in 1 Peter 1:16, we see God's call to holiness; yet the perspective is not something we must attain to, but rather something that we are. But in being holy, we, as humans fall into sin? How does this relate to our walk in Christ, what are we to do? We see ways that we normally respond, followed by the one way we are all to respond.

While many seem to teach that this parable (much like the parable of the Mustard Seed) speak of the church and it's growth throughout humanity, we see, by studying each individual portion (leaven, 3 pecks of meal, and the woman) we see a stark contrast and are able to discern the truth of this small, yet impactful parable.

We begin with a word from the Lord given to Pastor Gerald in a vision; but we quickly find that the vision was not merely intended for him, it is intended for ALL of God's children! We see a vivid picture of the love of God in the picture of the disciples "sleeping incident" in the Garden of Gethsemane.

As we continue to look at the section of parables in Matthew 13, we come next to another, often misinterpreted, parable about the mustard seed. By following the clues that the Lord gave us in the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, we see the consequence of an outside force being allowed into the Church.

We look at a crucial Truth regarding the love of God while connecting it to the importance of believing God regarding this Truth. If we do not believe that God loves us, we will never trust Him. It is imperative that we believe Him...