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Victory over the Midianites
Judges 7 Pastor Doug Link continues to look at Gideon as he reluctantly follows God’s command to lead a surprisingly small army against the Midianites.
The Call of Gideon
Judges 6 After forty years of rest, the people of Israel did what was evil in the sight of the Lord. Pastor Doug Link introduces us to the fifth judge, Gideon, who is visited by an angel of the Lord and entrusted with a special mission.
Deborah and Barak
Judges 4-5 Pastor Ben Khazraee delves into Chapters 4 and 5, exploring a rare instance of a female judge and prophetess named Deborah. Deborah played a pivotal role in encouraging Barak to lead Israel in a war against oppression, with God taking the lead in the battle.
The Pattern of the Judges: Othniel, Ehud, Shamgar
Judges 3 Pastor Ben Khazraee looks at Chapter 3, introducing us to the first three judges appointed by God. This chapter sets the stage for a recurring pattern that will unfold throughout the narrative.
Introduction to Judges
Judges 2:6-3:6 In this follow-up to the previous lesson (audio unavailable), Pastor Doug Link continues his introduction to the book, which covers a tumultuous period in Old Testament history. Throughout the lesson, Pastor Link emphasizes God’s unwavering love and faithfulness during this challenging time.
Worthy to Suffer
Acts 5:27-42 Continuing to obey God and defying the Jewish leaders led the apostles to a severe beating. Despite this setback, Pastor Rod Bunton explains that they rejoiced and continued to teach and preach about Jesus.
Wisdom of Remembrance
Pastor Doug Link closes this series with a reminder to be intentional about our use of smart devices because remembering and forgetting are decisions with moral consequences.
The Danger of Mistreating Others in Our Online Communication and Conflict
Pastor Ben Khazraee addresses a prevalent issue in online communication: mistreating others due to our detachment and lack of fear of reprisal.
The Danger of Discontentment – Induced Anxiety (FOMO)
Pastor Ben Khazraee addresses the issue of anxiety that arises from the fear of missing out. Although the acronym may be a recent invention, the discontentment that fuels it has been a persistent aspect of human existence throughout history.
Arrested and Freed
Acts 5:17-26 Doing amazing signs and wonders impressed the followers but also caught the attention of their enemies. Pastor Rod Bunton teaches about the jealousy of the high priest and the Sadducees, which ultimately resulted in increased persecution of the apostles; however, this only revealed that God remains in control of the situation.
Glorifying God in the Digital Age
Pastor Doug Link emphasizes our primary purpose, which is to glorify God. He provides us with the reasons behind this purpose, describes how this manifests in our daily walk, and offers insights on how we can leverage our smart devices to achieve this desired goal.
The Danger of Growing in Secret Vices
Pastor Ben Khazraee focuses on the ways our devices facilitate our vices, not just the apparent ones like lust and materialism, but also gambling, gossip, and a general lack of self-control. He also suggests biblical solutions to help us address these issues and cultivate virtuous habits.