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ABF 21.25 / SAKEWITZ

Redefining Family Through Christ The discussion centers on redefining “family” through a Christ-centered lens. Pastor Colin and Joe Vaught challenge the modern, liberal redefinition of family, arguing that while the biological family is important, a spiritual family forged in Christ holds greater significance. This isn’t about rejecting biological families, but about prioritizing a divinely ordained…
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ABF 21.24 / SAKEWITZ

The Brokenness of the Natural Family The discussion begins by acknowledging the widespread brokenness in families today. Pastor Colin uses the analogy of juggling increasingly erratic balls to illustrate the challenges of maintaining a family in a world marred by sin. Gabriel shares personal experiences of family dysfunction, including absent parents and divorce, highlighting the…
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ABF 21.23 / SAKEWITZ

The Brokenness of Marriage and the Need for Restoration The discussion begins by establishing the need for restoration in marriage, citing Genesis 3:16, which describes the consequences of sin impacting marital relationships. The speakers highlight a power struggle introduced by sin, where both men and women struggle against the desire to control, echoing a similar…
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ABF 21.13 / SAKEWITZ

The Battle for the Human Heart and Mind The discussion begins by establishing the primary battleground for spiritual conflict: the human heart and mind. It traces this struggle from the Garden of Eden, where humanity’s choice to replace God’s truth with their own initiated a cycle of competing narratives. This conflict continues throughout history, manifesting…
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ABF 21.12 / SAKEWITZ

The Power Vacuum Since Eden and the Nature of Bullying The discussion begins by establishing the power vacuum left by humanity’s expulsion from Eden. Satan became the “god of this world,” influencing human behavior. This influence is explored through the lens of bullying, categorizing bullies into “dumb thug” and “intellectual cruel” types, both rooted in…
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ABF 21.11 / SAKEWITZ

The Rapid Resurgence of Paganism Following the great flood, humanity quickly embraced paganism within a century, building the Tower of Babel as a monument to their own glory rather than God’s. This demonstrates the persistent allure of evil and the speed at which humanity can stray from God’s intended path. The speakers highlight the relatively…
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ABF 21.10 / SAKEWITZ

God’s Judgment and Covenant with Noah The discussion begins with the story of Noah’s Ark, emphasizing the immense loss and trauma experienced by Noah and his family. The speakers contemplate the magnitude of this event, considering not only material possessions but also severed relationships and the emotional toll. They transition to Genesis 6:11-13, highlighting the…
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ABF 21.9 / SAKEWITZ

The Systematic Corruption of Mankind The sermon explores the systematic corruption of humanity through sin, beginning with the fall in the Garden of Eden. The speaker uses the analogy of a straw to illustrate the spiritual vacuum created when God withdrew His active presence, leaving a void that Satan actively seeks to fill. This vacuum…
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