Key Bible verse: 1 Samuel 30:1-20
In this encouraging message, Pastor Jeff takes a close look at an episode in the life of King David when his most precious treasures were stolen from him. Here we see how living a life of faith, trusting completely in the Lord in the midst of difficult trials, pleases God and releases His strength and His faithful intervention in our lives and circumstances.

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Key Bible verses: Hebrews 12
Just like physical exercise benefits our bodies, the Word of God sets forth spiritual activities that bring eternal benefit–to us and to those around us. Learn how to get a spiritual workout and trust God to show up with power in the great and small circumstances of our lives.

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Key Bible verses: Proverbs 4:23, 21:2; Luke 12:34
Just as our physical heart is critical to our physical health, so our spiritual heart is vital to our well-being and fruitfulness in Christ. Both hearts must be taken care of. Tending to our spiritual heart will not only have an eternal impact, it will also increase our sensitivity to God and help us to reach others with His Gospel.

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Key Bible verses: Ephesians 6:10-14; Exodus 15:2 This is a spiritual work-out tape that shows how worn-out devotion to God can be renewed and inner strength restored. Here are biblical exercises to grow stronger in the Lord and develop spiritual muscle for living an extraordinary, supernatural life in this fractured, fallen world.

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Key Bible verses: 1 Samuel 30:8; Judges 6:2-6; Psalm 107:17
Don't underestimate the power of crying out to the Lord. Whatever has brought you low right now–depression, sickness, financial difficulties–God can lift you up and bring you out. Hear how David, Gideon, and the Apostle Paul trusted in the faithfulness of God to rescue them from distress and despair. Draw near, and be reminded of where your help comes from.

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Key Bible verses: Psalm 119:59; Luke 6 Here's a Scripture-packed exhortation to consider our ways and be watchful concerning the direction of our lives. Pastor Jeff Perry highlights biblical attitudes that are essential to being an authentic Christian, and he calls us to right thinking, frequent mid-course corrections, and hearts that are responsive to God and faithful to His ways.

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Key Bible verse: James 4:8 Here's a stirring call to come closer to the heart of God. You are not meant to follow Jesus from a distance, but to stay close and draw on His power and His love. Make time in your life to spend time with Him.

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