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1 Corinthians 13-14: This Is Love

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 13 CEB; Ch. 14 HCSB Podcast Introduction This is Epistles Sunday. We’ll read 1 Corinthians 13-14 . I’m calling this episode “This Is Love.” Comments on 1 Corinthians 13 In the 13th chapter, which is often called the “Love Chapter”, Paul continues addressing the…

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1 Corinthians 11-12: Different, Not Better

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 11-12 CEB Podcast Introduction This is Epistles Sunday. We’ll read 1 Corinthians 11-12. I’m calling the episode “Different, Not Better.”  Comments on 1 Corinthians 11-12 Thoughts on 1 Corinthians 11 I’ll address a couple of the topics Paul wrote about in Chapter 11. He…

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Genesis 48-50: A Short Break

Transcript Today’s Bible Translation Bible translation used in today’s episode: Ch. 48 NKJV, Ch. 49-50 NIRV Podcast Introduction As you probably know, I record most episodes of this show the day before it’s published. So if you’re listening on the publish date, this is the day after Christmas for you. But for me, as I…

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Lifespring! Why Christmas Day 19 – 2022

Transcript Podcast Introduction It’s Day 19 of the 2022 encore of the 2009 season of the Lifespring! Why Christmas show, hosted by James Cooper, creator of whychristmas.com, and me the OG Godcaster, Steve Webb, of lifespringmedia.com. Every day from now to christmas day, you’ll hear an episode from the 2009 season. If you’re  not yet…

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Lifespring!178 “How Much Should I Give?”

Thanks! Special thanks, as always, to our wonderful listeners who faithfully help support Lifespring Media. Also, big thanks to Covenant Eyes! I believe in these guys, and recommend that you check out their internet accountability software and filtering software. Get 30 days free when you use promo code: Lifespring. Click here for more information. How…

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HS47: Lifespring! HymnStories “He Leadeth Me”

Written during the darkest hour of the American Civil War, this hymn is based on the twenty-third Psalm. Listen to the show for the author’s own account of its writing. Music on the show: The London Fox Singers “He Leadeth Me” (mp3) from “Hymn styles – Praise Ensemble” (Classic Fox Records) Buy at Napster More…

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HS46: Lifespring! HymnStories “The Church’s One Foundation”

Troubles within the church inspired this stirring hymn. Listen to the show for the whole story, and a great rendition of the song. Today’s Music Worship Service Resources James Morrison “The Church’s One Foundation” (mp3) from “James Morrison: Gospel Collection Volume Two” (Classic Fox Records) Buy at eMusic Buy at Rhapsody Buy at Napster Buy…

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Lifespring!163 “How To Really Follow Jesus”

We’re blowing it, friends. “Outsiders” don’t think very highly of us. According to the book “unChristian”, we are looked upon with skepticism and suspicion. Ouch. Here’s a link to the book: unChristian: What a New Generation Really Thinks about Christianity… and Why It Matters Listen to the show for what I think might just be…

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HS45: Lifespring! HymnStories “Rescue The Perishing”

Fanny Crosby was one of the most prolific hymn writers the church has seen. This song is part of one of the most gratifying experiences of her life. Listen to the show to hear the story. Rescue The Perishing Lyrics: Fanny J. Crosby Music: William H. Doane Rescue the perishing, care for the dying, snatch…

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Lifespring!161 “Speaking In Unknown Tongues? Me???”

I’ve got a great show for you today, if I do say so myself. My Nigerian friend has sent a passel of questions for me to answer, and I’m going to answer a few of them today. We’ll talk about women in the church, whether they should teach or even be pastors, and we’ll talk…

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