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Although specific baptism practices differ among churches, Paul cited “one baptism” in Ephesians 4 as part of the foundation of Christian unity. Cross referencing this passage with Romans 6, Alistair Begg focuses on the spiritual nature of baptism that applies for all believers at conversion. Our union with Christ in His death and resurrection gives us a new identity—an identity based on Christ’s finished work, not on our feelings. A firm grasp of these truths will enable us to maintain the unity of the Spirit with all who are in Him.

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“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” Alistair Begg explains that the fear of the Lord is humility, trust, confidence, and obedience grounded in the love that He has shown us in Christ. Because the Lord Jesus is the wisdom and righteousness of God, true wisdom can only be found in knowing Him. The duty of Christian parents is to train children in godly wisdom so that they are equipped with a foundation for living and hope for the future.

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Although too frequently we fail to admit it, the cry of the human heart is “Help!” Alistair Begg reminds us that the Christian’s help comes from God, whose knowledge, power, and ability to save are unlimited. Whether we are experiencing comfort or difficulty, we can be confident that in all of life, we can rest in the providential care of our Father, who works in all things for good.

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Paul wrote to the Ephesians that their unity was grounded in “one faith,” but what does biblical faith look like? Alistair Begg explains that the Christian faith is more than confidence. Built upon the foundation of Christ’s work, faith is a gift of God received by the power of the Holy Spirit as a result of the faithful preaching of God’s Word, and our continuance in faith is evidence of our union with Christ.

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Most Christians know that “Lord” is not Jesus’ first name, but did you realize that the Bible uses this word—Lord—to mean more than just “master”? In fact it is a divine title, affirming that Jesus is God. Alistair Begg examines how the Bible’s teaching on “one Lord” underpins the unity of those who are in Christ. Those who name Jesus as Lord are characterized by belief in Him, belonging to Him, becoming like Him, and telling others about Him.

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As he addressed the importance of Christian unity to the Ephesians, the Apostle Paul reminded believers of the oneness of their calling. Alistair Begg explores what it means and why it matters that God has sent one Spirit and called us through one hope. Throughout the heights and depths of the Christian experience, as believers, we can enjoy the hope that fills our redemption.

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The Apostle Paul frequently referred to the Church as a body, illustrating that the whole is made up of many different parts functioning together as one. Preaching from Ephesians 4, Alistair Begg helps us understand that our union with Christ is what makes us one body. The foundation of our unity isn’t membership in an organization, but the Holy Spirit who indwells each believer. Those who are in Christ are called to a unity that defies cultural expectations and testifies to the power and grace of God, who makes us one in Christ.

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A “church” isn’t a building, but a group of people who worship together on a regular basis: a local body of believers. The relationships we develop with other Christians are to reflect what God has done and is doing among us, making us one in Christ and conforming us to His image. In this message, Alistair Begg explores Paul’s teaching on Christian unity, showing how humility, gentleness, patience, forbearance, and love contribute to our oneness. As we walk out these characteristics, relying on the Holy Spirit to empower us, we maintain the unity God created among His people.

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In Ephesians 4, Paul taught that believers should “walk worthy” of the Christian faith, applying their beliefs in practice. Alistair Begg explains that belief must come first: our actions are to be based on who we are in Christ, not just adherence to a moral code. We can live the Christian life only after responding to God’s loving call to put our faith in Jesus.

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How good do we have to be to gain God’s approval? In this brief message, Alistair Begg explains how the Christmas story is the good news of salvation, not simply good advice to “be good for goodness sake.” We are reminded that it is God alone who saves. It is through our self-surrender to the finished work of Jesus Christ, not through our self-efforts, that we are made acceptable to God.

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