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Gentle as a Dove, Wise as a Serpent

Matthew 10:16 • Read in NIV ↗
THE TEACHING

Strength in Christ is not uncontrolled force. Discernment, gentleness, patience, and wisdom can carry more authority than reaction or pride.

TAKE THIS WITH YOU
Reflect whose you are before trying to prove who you are.
GO DEEPER IN THE CORE SERIES

Connect the message to the gospel underneath it.

EPISODE 19 • CONFRONTATION

RELIGIOUS PERFORMANCE CAN LOOK SPIRITUAL

Can You Pray, Give, and Serve and Still Miss the Gospel?

The question is not only what you do for God. It is what you believe those actions are doing for your standing with God.Open episode →EPISODE 24 • CONFRONTATION

HOLY SPIRIT ISN'T OPTIONAL

Can You Live the Christian Life Without the Holy Spirit?

The Spirit is not an upgrade for advanced Christians. He is essential to Christian life.Open episode →EPISODE 27 • AUTHORITY

GRACE KILLS SPIRITUAL PRIDE

Why Grace Kills Spiritual Pride

There is no room at the foot of the cross to look down on another sinner.Open episode →EPISODE 29 • CURIOSITY

IMPRESSED WITH GROWTH, NOT SAVIOR

Are You More Impressed With Your Growth Than With Christ?

Watch the center. The goal is not fascination with your progress. The goal is Christ.Open episode →
KEEP EXPLORING

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DO NOT STOP AT THE QUOTE

Open Scripture. Pray. Walk it out.

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