Cutting It Right

The acronym P.U.S.H. is used to help us remember that we are not to give up when we pray no matter what. As we begin to wind down our series, we'll speak on this dynamic and its intricacies. Also, we'll look at a burning question, namely. Is there ever a time that we should NOT pray for someone? Join The podcast if you can. #thecuttingitrightbiblestudy #prayeressentials #thepushprinciple

We've established that prayer is essential, that it is a battle, and have stressed the importance of intercessory prayer. But how often should we pray, and who or what should be the subjects of our prayers? Yes, there is an answer. Join us for this important lesson as our series continues. #thecuttingitrightbiblestudy #firstprinciples #prayeressentials

When we pray, we must not approach the Lord haphazardly, raggedly, or irreverently--we should always remember who we are addressing. The right approach involves humility and several other factors, especially as it pertains to intercessory prayer. The right approach can mean the difference between having our prayers heard--or not. Join this important lesson on prayer with 'The Right Approach'. #the...

Prayer is a multifaceted dynamic designed by the Lord to bless us by bringing us before the throne of heaven. In addition to blessing us, our prayers are meant to also bless others; as we pray for the needs of others, we stand in the gap on their behalf. In this lesson we look at various types of prayer, highlighting intercessory prayer. #cuttingitrightbiblestudy #firstprinciples #prayeressentials

So how's your prayer life? It's not meant to be a personal question, yet this is a question that needs to be asked--but only you can answer it. If we are honest, most of us could and should pray more than we do, but why do many never make the time? The first thing that one needs to understand about prayer is that it is a battle--before, during, and after. #firstprinciples #prayeressentials #thebat...

All that we’ve learned concerning the Church, must be lived out practically within our local church. What’s your place? In this final lesson in this subject we’ll also offer practical advice on how to know when it’s time to leave a church, and what to look for in a church. This is lesson not to be missed! #firstprinciples #thegloriouschurch

Unlike baptism, communion carries dire warnings for those who do not take it properly. But what is the proper way? Join the study tonight as we answer several hard questions about communion and reveal four things you need to remember before taking communion. #thecutingitrightbiblestudy #firstprinciples #thegloriouschurch

Communion brings us to Calvary, causing us to remember what Christ did there on our behalf. This is only one of several aspects of this ordinance. Join us for this and more in our study. #thecuttingitrightbiblestudy #thegloriouschurch

Have you been water baptized? Is there ever a case when it needs to be done twice? What is its significance? We'll answer questions and more in this lesson.

The Lord has invested much in His Church by giving gifts which are in turn to be used not just to help it grow, but also to empower us to accomplish its mission on earth. Join us at 8pm as we begin this study.

Who doesn't love a good mystery? The greatest mystery of all is found in scripture when referring to the relationship between Christ and His Church. In tonight's study, we spotlight this relationship. Also: What word most closely fits your view of the Church? Is it an institution, an organization, a community--or something else?

How does one become a member of the glorious church? Are there several ways or not? Also, we'll reveal six divine aspects of the Church that we need to remember--much to cover in this lesson.

We’ve all heard about purpose, and the fact that we need to walk in ‘our’ purpose. But what about the Church? The Church has a purpose too! Join tonight’s lesson about WHY we are. Also: 4 powerful practices of the early Church that we definitely need to emulate.

The glorious Church is actually more glorious than we can express, and that’s all because of who Jesus is. But His Church is made up of moving parts; and that is where we come in. The fact we ourselves are called the Church, speaks to not just to our association to, but our identity in Him.

On this 'First Principles' session, we turn our attention to the Church. In the coming weeks we'll look at the nature, purpose, and ministry of the Church, but tonight we want to focus on our place in it, and see just what makes it so glorious.

Have you heard of God's prescribed order? It is the only means by which we are to successfully deal with sin. Ultimately when speaking about victory over since , we are speaking of sanctification.

On tonight’s study we’ll reveal several more effects of unconfessed sin, and then ask the question, ‘How can I handle and overcome ongoing sin in my life?’ To answer this, we’ll first look at how NOT to handle sin. A very important and needed study for today’s church.

Sin is the most dangerous and deadly 3-letter word in the English language. It alters and destroys everything it touches. This is why the child of God guard their hearts from its sin’s destructive power But what the effects of i confessed and unrepentant sin? Join us as we reveal 7 devastating effects of unconfessed sin.

Sin is the problem in this world, and no one is immune—even Christians. In our next set of lessons, we will focus on the Christian and sin. Over the next several weeks, we’ll unpack all the various aspects of this most deadly part of the Christian life.

Must we continue to ‘do’, or has it all been done? In tonight’s session we’ll be discussing the aspects of Christ’s finished work. The Cross has done much for us—but also in us.

Do you know what the forgotten factor is? It has been misunderstood, misrepresented, and just plain missing at times from the lives of God’s people (we’ve all been there). It is the Cross. For the next several weeks, we’ll be discovering the role of Cross in the Christian life. Tonight we’ll focus on four reasons why Satan has sought to obscure the truth of the Cross from God’s people.

The world, the flesh, and the Devil; three powerful enemies that will wreak havoc in our life if allowed to flourish. But this final enemy may be responsible for sending more church folk to hell than the others. What is this enemy which masquerades as a friend? In this lesson, entitled, ‘The Enemy You Do’, we'LL take a revealing look at the one enemy that actually makes you feel good about yoursel...

The world. Everywhere we go we’re bombarded by its views and it’s ways revealed through media, advertising and entertainment. What many fail to take into account is that the world, as it is, is a system that is diametrically opposed to the things of God. How should the Christian react to the impact of this system? Join us for a revealing look at this world system.

Michael Jakes 2h  ·  Shared with Public  As we continue in our First Principles, this session will focus on the enemy that is the most intimate; it is the one that we can feel— because it is we ourselves. Yes, we can sometimes be our own worst enemy. Join us for a look at the flesh—and what to do about it.

Are you aware of the enemies of the Christian life? Beginning tonight, and for the next several sessions, we turn our attention to these enemies. First up: 'The Enemy You Know'; we'll take a look at our arch-enemy, Satan and the role he plays in the life of the believer. Plus: we unpack six things that the devil just can't handle.