Transformed Podcast #182: We Refuse to Obey and Are Belligerent!

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Rebellion carries with it a whole new level of hurt and destruction. Pride makes us believe we are smarter than God. Life has a way of showing us that is far from accurate.

Welcome to the transformed podcast!

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, lead Pastor at Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, California helps us realize that it is only when we turn to the understanding of God and travel His path that we find it possible to begin to erase the effects of our insolence.

Let’s open our Bible to Isaiah 1 as we join the study, “We refuse to obey and are belligerent” …

 

 

Could you help us?

Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you!

If you would like to explore how to enjoy a deeper life with God, one that God is pleased with, Dr. Smith has written a daily devotional book that will help you do just that!

In His Presence is a detailed look at walking with God through life’s ups and downs. Built around the premise that God welcomes you into His presence with joy and pleasure, In His Presence helps you see that the life of abundance can only be enjoyed when we take everything to the Lord and walk every day at His right hand.

You can order a copy of In His Presence from Amazon by clicking the link on the side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying that you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

 

 

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Studying James 1:11

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Podcast #181 – We Are Beguiled By Sin!

Posted on December 8, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Temptation is a constant companion of those who are alive. When we submit to our desires, consequences ensue … often these are long-term, irreparable.

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, lead Pastor at Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, California helps us realize that only the forgiveness of God and the wisdom of His Word can help us rebuild the ruins of our poor choices and grant us any hope for a less painful future.

Let’s open our Bible to Genesis 4 as we join the study, “We are beguiled by sin” …

 

Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you!

If you would like to explore how to enjoy a deeper life with God, one that God is pleased with, Dr. Smith has written a daily devotional book that will help you do just that!

In His Presence is a detailed look at walking with God through life’s ups and downs. Built around the premise that God welcomes you into His presence with joy and pleasure, In His Presence helps you see that the life of abundance can only be enjoyed when we take everything to the Lord and walk every day at His right hand.

You can order a copy of In His Presence from Amazon by clicking the link on the side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying that you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

 

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Studying James 1:10

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Podcast #180 – We Will Be Battered For Our Faith!

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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It is no secret that the world and the devil hate God and what He stands for. When we choose to live our lives for His primary purpose in this world, opposition can be assured. Focus becomes the issue in such times.

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, lead Pastor at Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, California helps us realize that Jesus informs us that when we stand for God we are living the blessed life, despite the opposition. Jesus also tells us that our eternal reward will be great in Heaven as a result.

Let’s open our Bible to Matthew 5 as we join the study, “We will be battered for our faith” …

 

 

 

Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you!

If you would like to explore how to enjoy a deeper life with God, one that God is pleased with, Dr. Smith has written a daily devotional book that will help you do just that!

In His Presence is a detailed look at walking with God through life’s ups and downs. Built around the premise that God welcomes you into His presence with joy and pleasure, In His Presence helps you see that the life of abundance can only be enjoyed when we take everything to the Lord and walk every day at His right hand.

You can order a copy of In His Presence from Amazon by clicking the link on the side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying that you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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Happy Thanksgiving from Eagles In Leadership!

Posted on November 28, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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“We give thanks to You, God; we give thanks to You, for Your name is near. People tell about Your wonderful works.” (Psalm 75:1, HCSB)

Happy Thanksgiving from Matthew, Melodee, Tabitha, Mike and Ryne!

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Studying James 1:9

Posted on November 26, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Podcast #179 – We Live in a Broken World

Posted on November 24, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

 

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There is no confusion – God’s people suffer. Where the confusion comes in at is, “Why?” While many people remain baffled, the Bible speaks directly to this issue repeatedly. This study is designed to open the pages of God’s Word and discover five of the core reasons why God’s people suffer. It will bring illumination and inspiration, hope and healing to those who are struggling in life right now.

Welcome to the transformed podcast.

Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, lead Pastor at Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, California helps us realize that ever since Adam and Eve, the world has been broken. Things don’t work right. The effects of this brokenness are all around us. If it were not for the intervention of God, with His mercy and grace, we would find little help from our present circumstances.

Let’s open our Bible to Genesis 3 as we join the study, “We live in a broken world” …

 

 

Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you!

If you would like to explore how to enjoy a deeper life with God, one that God is pleased with, Dr. Smith has written a daily devotional book that will help you do just that!

In His Presence is a detailed look at walking with God through life’s ups and downs. Built around the premise that God welcomes you into His presence with joy and pleasure, In His Presence helps you see that the life of abundance can only be enjoyed when we take everything to the Lord and walk every day at His right hand.

You can order a copy of In His Presence from Amazon by clicking the link on the side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, we are praying that you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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Studying James 1:8

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Welcome to the Transformed Podcast!

Dr. Matthew Smith, director of Eagles In Leadership, continues to teach verse by verse through the book of James, one verse per podcast. These studies were recorded live in his class at Bible Believers Christian College and Seminary in Hawthorne, California.

The book of James has been called, “the faith explained” and that is the purpose of these teachings. These short studies are designed to help you grow your faith.

Now, let’s open our Bibles to the book of James as Dr. Smith discusses our faith from the words of the step-brother of Jesus, the head of the Jerusalem Church …

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Transformed Podcast #178 – Praise the Lord, O My Soul!

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

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Welcome to the Transformed podcast.

Worship is not a spectator sport!  It is a totally unknown thought to think of sitting and watching people worship. Worship, by its very definition, requires the participation of all.

In our worship we are blessed by His presence. For those who “don’t get anything out of worship,” we would applaud their honesty. Since they are not the reason for the meeting, they should have been giving, not receiving!

As we open our Bibles again to Psalm 103, Dr. Matthew Lee Smith, lead Pastor at Pacific Baptist Church in El Segundo, California reminds us that true worship means God is receiving the words, attitudes and actions of the people in attendance. God is the audience, we are the actors. All we do in worship is for Him.

 

 

And with that final prayer of gratitude, Dr. Smith concludes this series from Psalm 103.

If you are ever in the Los Angeles area, the people of Pacific Baptist Church would love to invite you to worship with them. Simply open the link to Pacific Baptist Church and find the current worship schedule there. Worship is casual dress and begins promptly at 11:00 am each Sunday at Pacific Baptist Church, 859 Main Street, El Segundo, CA. You are always welcome!

Perhaps you would you consider sharing this message with a friend? God longs to release the captives of our culture into the freedom of faith. Thank you!

If you would like to explore how to enjoy a deeper life with God, one that God is pleased with, Dr. Smith has written a daily devotional book that will help you do just that!

In His Presence is a detailed look at walking with God through life’s ups and downs. Built around the premise that God welcomes you into His presence with joy and pleasure, In His Presence helps you see that the life of abundance can only be enjoyed when we take everything to the Lord and walk every day at His right hand.

You can order a copy of In His Presence from Amazon by clicking the link on the side panel of the Eagles In Leadership website.

Today’s episode was recorded live in El Segundo, California and edited by Ryan Longsworth in Los Angeles, California.

And now, until next time, I’m your host Mike Powers, praying that you would be filled with the love of God so that you can demonstrate His love to the lost and dying in your city! God bless!

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