National Capital Bible Church

(Rom 12:1) The life of a believer is a living sacrifice. Communion: A quiet reverent reminder of what Jesus accomplished. Don’t let the world press you into its mold (Rom 12:2). God’s Word brings understanding (Ps 119:130).

(Ps 46:10) Stillness is often the most spiritual decision before a new beginning. New Year isn’t about escaping problems, but seeking spiritual truth. Regarding divorce, God points toward repair, not escape (1 Cor 7:11-12; Ps 37:7).

(Is 9:6) Christ truly entered human history. Comparing cultural Christmas to Biblical Christmas. Santa evaluates worth. Jesus gives worth (Lk 2:10-11).

Explanation of the hermeneutical approach to Jonah. Spiritual conflict often follows clear revelation (Jon 1:1). Agreement with God is not the same as obedience (Jon 1:2). God's purpose is global (Ps 67:2-3, 6-7).

(Mal 3:1) Preparing for the arrival of the Lord. God provides marriage to help us control desire (1 Cor 7:9). Separation is prohibited as the default response to problems (1 Cor 7:10). Obedience brings stability (Ps 128:1-4).

Our identity in Christ is in contrast to the world system (1 Jn 5:19). Find the truth revealed through Christ (1 Jn 5:20), and keep yourself from idols (1 Jn 5:21; Ps 73:25-26).

(Prov 16:32) True strength is to control your emotions. Communion: Jesus paid it all. Spiritual gifts in singleness and marriage (1 Cor 7:7). Singleness is permitted, not imposed (1 Cor 7:8). Trust God’s grace for your current condition (Ps 32:8-9).

God applies temporal correction to restore believers (1 Jn 5:17). Rest in God’s keeping and protection from the wicked one (1 Jn 5:18). Confession restores closeness and strength (Ps 32:3-5). Sins leading to death.

(Prov 25:28) Wisdom governs good decisions. Temporary abstinence in marriage is permitted only by mutual agreement for spiritual focus (1 Cor 7:5-6). God guides people relationally (Ps 32:8-9).

Because He hears, we know prayer requests are already in His hands (1 Jn 5:15). Believers are responsible to intercede for one another. Sin in the Christian life can lead to severe discipline, even death (1 Jn 5:16).

Marriage rests on mutual responsibility (1 Cor 7:3). Intimacy is meant for mutual blessing (1 Cor 7:4). Practice intentional purity and faithfulness (Ps 101:3).

Assurance of salvation (1 Jn 5:13) leads to confidence in prayer (1 Jn 5:14; Ps 34:4).

(Ps 119:11) The importance of internalizing Scripture. Scripture gives space for both singleness and marriage under grace (1 Cor 7:1). Faithfulness in marriage serves as a guardrail against temptation (1 Cor 7:2: Ps 119:37).

Eternal life was given in the past, but it’s effective forever (Ps 36:9). The quality of that life is dependent upon your ongoingrelationship with God (1 John 5:11-12).

(Ps 139:23-24) Request for divine examination. Communion. Your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit (1 Cor 6:19). Therefore, glorify God in your body to honor Christ’s sacrifice for you (1 Cor 6:20).

God’s testimony of His Son is a record that stands permanently (1 Jn 5:9; Ps 19:7-9). We make God a liar when we reject this truth (1 Jn 5:10).

The timeless truths of the Trinity (1 Jn 5:7). Honor the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit distinctly yet as one. Share Christ with confidence, knowing the Trinity supports you (1 Jn 5:8; Ps 19:7-9).

(Ps 119:11) Treasure God’s Word in your heart. The spiritual bond with God transcends all human connection (1 Cor 6:17). We have a responsibility to guard against sexual sin (1 Cor 6:18; Ps 119:9).

Faith in Christ secures continual victory over the world (1 Jn 5:5). The Spirit bears witness to the truth of Christ (1 Jn 5:6; Ps119:160).

(Prov 5:22) Wrong choices pull us away from Christ. As a member of Christ, your bodily conduct matters (1 Cor 6:15; Ps 101:3). Intimacy is designed to create a binding union (1 Cor 6:16).

Obedience is a natural expression of love for God (1 Jn 5:3) and offers freedom (Ps 119:45). Faith is the channel by which believers triumph over the world (1 Jn 5:4). Biblical love in 1 John 4-5.

(Prov 14:27) Reverence produces spiritual renewal and strength. Your body belongs to the Lord; treat it as eternal, not disposable, in light of our resurrection destiny (1 Cor 6:13-14; Ps 16:9-11).

If you love God, you’ll love His children. Treat fellow believers as family (1 Jn 5:1-2). Love for God is shown in obedience (Ps119:2).

(Titus 3:5) Salvation cannot be earned. Communion. Rest in God’s finished work; justification vs. sanctification (1 Cor 6:11). Liberty is real but not limitless (1 Cor 6:12; Ps 119:45).

Progression of love in 1 John (2:5-4:21). Love is the defining evidence of abiding in Christ. Brother-love is visible proof ofGod-love (1 Jn 4:20-21; Prov 10:12).