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ABF 21.31 / KUNKEL

The Holy Spirit and Spiritual GiftsThe discussion centers on the Holy Spirit’s role in equipping believers with spiritual gifts and how these gifts reflect His nature within the Trinity. It emphasizes that these gifts are given to glorify God, build up the church, and promote unity, mirroring the Spirit’s harmonious relationship between the Father and…
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ABF 21.21 / KUNKEL

The Fulfillment of Christ’s Threefold Office The discussion centers on how Jesus Christ perfectly fulfills the roles of priest, prophet, and king, exceeding all previous examples from Israel’s history. Unlike previous kings and prophets who were merely types, Christ is the ultimate archetype, completely satisfying the requirements of each role. This is highlighted by his…
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ABF 21.20 / KUNKEL

Jesus as the Fulfillment of Prophetic Office The discussion centers on Jesus’s role as the ultimate prophet, fulfilling Old Testament prophecies. The speakers reference Deuteronomy 18, where Moses prophesies about a future prophet like himself, and Hebrews 1, which contrasts God’s past communication through prophets with His final word through His Son. This highlights Jesus’s…
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ABF 21.19 / KUNKEL

The Imperfect Old Testament Priesthood The discussion begins by establishing the historical context of the Levitical priesthood. While instituted by God as a means to bring the Israelites closer to Him and atone for their sins, the priesthood repeatedly failed due to human weakness and disobedience. Examples include the golden calf incident and subsequent idol…
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ABF 21.18 / KUNKEL

The Collapse in Eden and God’s Restoration Plan The speaker begins by discussing the disruption caused by sin in Eden, highlighting the spiritual and cultural consequences. God’s regret over creation is mentioned, illustrating the severity of the situation. Despite this, God worked to fill the void created by humanity’s actions, establishing a nation and guiding…
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ABF 21.8 / KUNKEL

The discussion begins by revisiting the consequences of Adam and Eve’s sin. Their disobedience not only fractured their relationship with God, resulting in separation and death, but also irreparably damaged their marital bond and relationship with the natural world. The initial state of perfect harmony and effortless labor was replaced by conflict and struggle. God’s…
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ABF 21.7 / KUNKEL

The discussion centers on the identity of citizens in God’s kingdom, beginning with the creation narrative in Genesis. Pastor Adam explores humanity’s original perfection and the consequences of sin, which led to separation from God and the breakdown of relationships, particularly between Adam and Eve. The analysis highlights how their disobedience resulted in curses that…
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ABF 21.6 / KUNKEL

The discussion delves into the cultural collapse initiated by Adam’s sin, emphasizing how it disrupted God’s perfect creation and the close relationship with humanity. After Adam and Eve consumed the forbidden fruit, they felt shame for their nakedness, marking a loss of innocence and trust in God, which led to attempts to hide from Him…
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ABF 21.5 / KUNKEL

Pastor Adam delves into the theme of “cultural collapse in paradise,” examining how the introduction of sin deteriorated relationships among humanity, God, and nature. He stresses the importance of understanding this historical context to appreciate God’s restorative efforts. The upcoming discussions will focus on the fall from paradise, contrasting the intended ideal relationship with the…
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ABF 20.40 / KUNKEL

