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Kootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolGovernment, Taxes, and Money (Selected Scriptures)This message unpacks a biblical view of taxation by examining key Scriptures on government authority and money. Using passages from Matthew, Romans, and 1 Peter, Simon Pranaitis examines how Christians should respond to unjust taxes while maintaining submission for the sake of conscience. The biblical view of taxation reveals God’s design for limited governmental authority and reminds believers to steward money as God’s property. This biblical view of taxation challenges both the heart and habit. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-07-2751 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyGovernment, Taxes, and Money (Selected Scriptures)This message unpacks a biblical view of taxation by examining key Scriptures on government authority and money. Using passages from Matthew, Romans, and 1 Peter, Simon Pranaitis examines how Christians should respond to unjust taxes while maintaining submission for the sake of conscience. The biblical view of taxation reveals God’s design for limited governmental authority and reminds believers to steward money as God’s property. This biblical view of taxation challenges both the heart and habit.2025-07-2751 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolWhen Injustice Reigns – Living in a Broken Money System (Selected Scriptures)Simon Pranaitis examines how a broken money system reflects the spiritual and moral decline of a society, using Israel’s history as a case study. From Solomon’s prosperity to captivity under foreign powers, Pranaitis outlines three lessons for living faithfully in unjust times. This timely message equips believers to honor God’s principles even in a broken money system, urging them to uphold righteousness amid economic and political corruption. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-07-0649 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyWhen Injustice Reigns – Living in a Broken Money System (Selected Scriptures)Simon Pranaitis examines how a broken money system reflects the spiritual and moral decline of a society, using Israel’s history as a case study. From Solomon’s prosperity to captivity under foreign powers, Pranaitis outlines three lessons for living faithfully in unjust times. This timely message equips believers to honor God’s principles even in a broken money system, urging them to uphold righteousness amid economic and political corruption.2025-07-0649 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyMaintaining a Wise Money Balance (Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis guides believers through Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes to emphasize the importance of a wise approach to money. He calls Christians to delight in God’s provision, avoid idolizing wealth, and commit to God’s financial principles. By exploring Scripture, Pranaitis equips listeners with the wisdom to navigate material blessings without succumbing to materialism. This approach to a wise money balance offers clarity, caution, and conviction for every season of financial life.2025-06-2950 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolMaintaining a Wise Money Balance (Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis guides believers through Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes to emphasize the importance of a wise approach to money. He calls Christians to delight in God’s provision, avoid idolizing wealth, and commit to God’s financial principles. By exploring Scripture, Pranaitis equips listeners with the wisdom to navigate material blessings without succumbing to materialism. This approach to a wise money balance offers clarity, caution, and conviction for every season of financial life. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-06-2950 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolA Monetary Masterclass (Exodus-Deuteronomy)Simon Pranaitis explores the biblical view of money as seen in the Mosaic law, revealing how God’s statutes reflect His character and values. This sermon demonstrates that the biblical view of money shows it as a means, not an end, used to glorify God, bless others, and maintain justice in the community. Pranaitis extracts lasting principles from Israel’s laws for modern application. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-06-0152 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyA Monetary Masterclass (Exodus-Deuteronomy)Simon Pranaitis explores the biblical view of money as seen in the Mosaic law, revealing how God’s statutes reflect His character and values. This sermon demonstrates that the biblical view of money shows it as a means, not an end, used to glorify God, bless others, and maintain justice in the community. Pranaitis extracts lasting principles from Israel’s laws for modern application.2025-06-0152 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolFree to Save and Trade (Selected Scriptures)In this rich exploration of various Scriptures, Simon Pranaitis explains the biblical view of trade and its connection to God’s design for work, property, and stewardship. He shows how trade naturally flows from skilled labor and how money functions as a tool for storing and exchanging value. By highlighting God’s intention for economic activity, the message grounds the biblical view of trade in foundational truths from Genesis to Kings. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-05-2550 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyFree to Save and Trade (Selected Scriptures)In this rich exploration of various Scriptures, Simon Pranaitis explains the biblical view of trade and its connection to God’s design for work, property, and stewardship. He shows how trade naturally flows from skilled labor and how money functions as a tool for storing and exchanging value. By highlighting God’s intention for economic activity, the message grounds the biblical view of trade in foundational truths from Genesis to Kings.2025-05-2550 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneySecondary Sovereignty (Selected Scriptures)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis unpacks the biblical foundation of secondary sovereignty, showing how God delegates property stewardship to individuals while retaining ultimate ownership. Using selected Scriptures, he establishes that secondary sovereignty is a God-ordained principle granting humans authority over possessions for their benefit and God's glory. By understanding secondary sovereignty, believers can approach property, money, and stewardship with theological clarity and responsibility.2025-05-1847 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolSecondary Sovereignty (Selected Scriptures)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis unpacks the biblical foundation of secondary sovereignty, showing how God delegates property stewardship to individuals while retaining ultimate ownership. Using selected Scriptures, he establishes that secondary sovereignty is a God-ordained principle granting humans authority over possessions for their benefit and God's glory. By understanding secondary sovereignty, believers can approach property, money, and stewardship with theological clarity and responsibility. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-05-1847 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyImplications of the Fall (Genesis 3)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis examines the implications of the Fall as described in Genesis 3, emphasizing how sin has distorted God's original design for work, money, and relationships. The implications of the Fall include death, idolatry, deceit, labor's curse, and broken relationships. Pranaitis points to Christ as the Redeemer who restores what sin has marred. Understanding the implications of the Fall is essential for forming a biblical worldview on money.2025-05-1149 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolImplications of the Fall (Genesis 3)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis examines the implications of the Fall as described in Genesis 3, emphasizing how sin has distorted God's original design for work, money, and relationships. The implications of the Fall include death, idolatry, deceit, labor's curse, and broken relationships. Pranaitis points to Christ as the Redeemer who restores what sin has marred. Understanding the implications of the Fall is essential for forming a biblical worldview on money. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-05-1149 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolGod’s Good Gifts of Work and Money (Genesis 1-2)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis lays the groundwork for a biblical view of work, showing that labor is not a curse but a good gift from God. Drawing from Genesis 1 and 2, he explains how work and money are part of God’s original design and highlights their redemptive purpose. The biblical view of work helps believers reframe their understanding of vocation and provision. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-05-0448 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyGod’s Good Gifts of Work and Money (Genesis 1-2)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis lays the groundwork for a biblical view of work, showing that labor is not a curse but a good gift from God. Drawing from Genesis 1 and 2, he explains how work and money are part of God’s original design and highlights their redemptive purpose. The biblical view of work helps believers reframe their understanding of vocation and provision.2025-05-0448 minProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyProof of Work - A Biblical Survey of MoneyWhat Does the Bible Say About Money? (Selected Scriptures)In this insightful lesson, Simon Pranaitis launches a new series examining the biblical view of money. Exploring selected scriptures, he challenges believers to align their understanding of finances with God's Word. Emphasizing that money influences every aspect of life, Pranaitis encourages listeners to reshape their worldview through a biblical lens. The biblical view of money is presented as central to faithful Christian living and discipleship.2025-04-2748 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolWhat Does the Bible Say About Money? (Selected Scriptures)In this insightful lesson, Simon Pranaitis launches a new series examining the biblical view of money. Exploring selected scriptures, he challenges believers to align their understanding of finances with God's Word. Emphasizing that money influences every aspect of life, Pranaitis encourages listeners to reshape their worldview through a biblical lens. The biblical view of money is presented as central to faithful Christian living and discipleship. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2025-04-2748 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolDelighting in the Relationships (John 14-17)The humanity of Jesus provides peace, joy, and delight for all believers experiencing trouble. This lesson focuses on the four relationships made possible by the man Christ Jesus so that we can delight in Him and find peace for our souls.Application Questions:What kind of a theologian are you?What does your walk say?Does your obedience speak of a delight in your dependence on the Spirit?If not, what is preventing this? ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-12-2954 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritDelighting in the Relationships (John 14-17)The humanity of Jesus provides peace, joy, and delight for all believers experiencing trouble. This lesson focuses on the four relationships made possible by the man Christ Jesus so that we can delight in Him and find peace for our souls.Application Questions:What kind of a theologian are you?What does your walk say?Does your obedience speak of a delight in your dependence on the Spirit?If not, what is preventing this? ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-12-2954 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolProclaiming Light in the Darkness (Luke 4:14-30; Mark 6:1-6)Jesus returns to his hometown of Nazareth twice, and in both instances, His teaching is rejected. This reality demonstrates that despite Jesus' powerful proclamation of the gospel of the kingdom, the minds and hearts of unbelievers will remain closed unless the Holy Spirit regenerates them. Observing Jesus' persistence in preaching the gospel helps us learn how to speak the gospel truth to our friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers and persist if there is a face of rejection.Application QuestionsWill you imitate Jesus’ example and not give up the proclamation of the good news when ou...2024-12-2250 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritProclaiming Light in the Darkness (Luke 4:14-30; Mark 6:1-6)Jesus returns to his hometown of Nazareth twice, and in both instances, His teaching is rejected. This reality demonstrates that despite Jesus' powerful proclamation of the gospel of the kingdom, the minds and hearts of unbelievers will remain closed unless the Holy Spirit regenerates them. Observing Jesus' persistence in preaching the gospel helps us learn how to speak the gospel truth to our friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers and persist if there is a face of rejection.Application QuestionsWill you imitate Jesus’ example and not give up the proclamation of the good news when ou...2024-12-2250 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolWho Is This Man? (John 1:19-2:11; 3:22-36; Luke 7:20-30)The Gospels provide us the opportunity to encounter not only the humanity of Jesus but also the responses to His humanity from those who encountered and joined Him in his early public ministry. As we observe the words and actions of John the Baptist, Jesus' first disciples, and his mother, Mary, as recorded by Luke and John, we see two righteous responses to Jesus' humanity - humble questions and faith-filled expectations. Like these men and women, we can encounter truth and allow it to conform our minds, hearts, and lives to the obedience of Christ through the power of...2024-12-1552 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritWho Is This Man? (John 1:19-2:11; 3:22-36; Luke 7:20-30)The Gospels provide us the opportunity to encounter not only the humanity of Jesus but also the responses to His humanity from those who encountered and joined Him in his early public ministry. As we observe the words and actions of John the Baptist, Jesus' first disciples, and his mother, Mary, as recorded by Luke and John, we see two righteous responses to Jesus' humanity - humble questions and faith-filled expectations. Like these men and women, we can encounter truth and allow it to conform our minds, hearts, and lives to the obedience of Christ through the power of...2024-12-1552 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolBe Humble Like Christ (Philippians 2:1-8)In his letter to the Philippian church, Paul challenges them to have the same mind as Christ Jesus. How is this possible? This lesson focuses on how Paul commends Christ-like humility as critical to church unity. It points us to Jesus' humanity as the example of humility that believers are to embrace as we battle selfishness and guard the unity of Jesus' body—the church. Application QuestionsHow highly do you regard the importance of church unity? What are you doing to demonstrate this?What is currently threatening the unity of our body, and how are...2024-12-0850 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritBe Humble Like Christ (Philippians 2:1-8)In his letter to the Philippian church, Paul challenges them to have the same mind as Christ Jesus. How is this possible? This lesson focuses on how Paul commends Christ-like humility as critical to church unity. It points us to Jesus' humanity as the example of humility that believers are to embrace as we battle selfishness and guard the unity of Jesus' body—the church. Application QuestionsHow highly do you regard the importance of church unity? What are you doing to demonstrate this?What is currently threatening the unity of our body, and how are...2024-12-0850 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolA Pattern for Suffering (1 Peter 2:21)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis explores 1 Peter 2:21 and how Jesus' example of suffering provides a pattern for believers to follow in their trials. Pranaitis explains that just as Jesus endured unjust treatment and hostility without sinning, Christians are called to bear up under suffering while entrusting themselves to God patiently. By studying Jesus' fully human life and example of suffering, believers can find encouragement and guidance for handling life's difficulties in a way that honors God.ApplicationsWhat are the ways in which you are currently suffering or have suffered in the past?How do...2024-12-0147 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritA Pattern for Suffering (1 Peter 2:21)In this sermon, Simon Pranaitis explores 1 Peter 2:21 and how Jesus' example of suffering provides a pattern for believers to follow in their trials. Pranaitis explains that just as Jesus endured unjust treatment and hostility without sinning, Christians are called to bear up under suffering while entrusting themselves to God patiently. By studying Jesus' fully human life and example of suffering, believers can find encouragement and guidance for handling life's difficulties in a way that honors God.ApplicationsWhat are the ways in which you are currently suffering or have suffered in the past?How do...2024-12-0147 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritTension, Temptation, and Trust (Luke 4:1-14; Mark 1:12-13; Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:14-16)The book of Hebrews counsels us to come to God for grace in times of need through the ministry of Jesus, our great High Priest, who can sympathize with us in our weaknesses. But, was he really tested in all things as we are? Is His humanity genuine? When tested, how did He respond? Examining the Gospel account of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness helps us answer these questions. It directs us toward how we should learn to pursue obedience through Jesus in the power of the Spirit. Application QuestionsHave you meditated on the r...2024-11-2451 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolTension, Temptation, and Trust (Luke 4:1-14; Mark 1:12-13; Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:14-16)The book of Hebrews counsels us to come to God for grace in times of need through the ministry of Jesus, our great High Priest, who can sympathize with us in our weaknesses. But, was he really tested in all things as we are? Is His humanity genuine? When tested, how did He respond? Examining the Gospel account of Jesus' temptation in the wilderness helps us answer these questions. It directs us toward how we should learn to pursue obedience through Jesus in the power of the Spirit. Application QuestionsHave you meditated on the r...2024-11-2451 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritObedient to the Spirit (Matthew 3, Mark 1: 1-11, Luke 3:1-22)The Gospel accounts of Jesus' response to John's call to be baptized alongside His Jewish countrymen highlight His faithful obedience to the word of God through the power of the Spirit. In His baptism, we see God the Father's approval of His faithfulness and the provision of the Holy Spirit to prepare Him for His ministry of gospel proclamation. Meditating on these episodes motivates us to entrust ourselves to the power of the Spirit to obey His Word. Application QuestionsWhen you hear God’s Word, do you have a firm resolve to obey it?Are you...2024-11-1745 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolObedient to the Spirit (Matthew 3, Mark 1: 1-11, Luke 3:1-22)The Gospel accounts of Jesus' response to John's call to be baptized alongside His Jewish countrymen highlight His faithful obedience to the word of God through the power of the Spirit. In His baptism, we see God the Father's approval of His faithfulness and the provision of the Holy Spirit to prepare Him for His ministry of gospel proclamation. Meditating on these episodes motivates us to entrust ourselves to the power of the Spirit to obey His Word. Application QuestionsWhen you hear God’s Word, do you have a firm resolve to obey it?Are you...2024-11-1745 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritThe Servant's Mission (Isaiah 42:1-4, 49:1-6)In Isaiah 42 and 49, the first two "Servant Songs," we see two primary goals of Jesus as the Messiah that motivate and encourage Him to overcome difficulties. Jesus' mission involved overcoming obstacles to bring God’s justice and salvation to the nations. Jesus' strength and perseverance were rooted in the Spirit, enabling Him to confront injustice without despair and bring the light of salvation to Israel and the world.Application QuestionsIn what areas of your life are you encountering injustice? How are you responding?What encouragement can you gain from meditating on how Jesus the Me...2024-11-1046 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolThe Servant's Mission (Isaiah 42:1-4, 49:1-6)In Isaiah 42 and 49, the first two "Servant Songs," we see two primary goals of Jesus as the Messiah that motivate and encourage Him to overcome difficulties. Jesus' mission involved overcoming obstacles to bring God’s justice and salvation to the nations. Jesus' strength and perseverance were rooted in the Spirit, enabling Him to confront injustice without despair and bring the light of salvation to Israel and the world.Application QuestionsIn what areas of your life are you encountering injustice? How are you responding?What encouragement can you gain from meditating on how Jesus the Me...2024-11-1046 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritFull of the Spirit (Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 11:1-5)The relationship between Jesus and the Holy Spirit reveals how being full of the Spirit enabled Christ's earthly ministry. Through Isaiah's prophecies, we see how being full of the Spirit equipped Jesus with divine wisdom, understanding, and counsel. This Spirit-empowered life demonstrated God's personal nature and commitment to dwell among His people, ultimately fulfilling ancient promises through the incarnation.Application Questions:When you sin, do you look to the grace of God our Savior through the gift of the Son by the Spirit?Have you meditated on your personal relationship with God the Father, the Son...2024-11-0349 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolFull of the Spirit (Isaiah 7:14; 9:6-7; 11:1-5)The relationship between Jesus and the Holy Spirit reveals how being full of the Spirit enabled Christ's earthly ministry. Through Isaiah's prophecies, we see how being full of the Spirit equipped Jesus with divine wisdom, understanding, and counsel. This Spirit-empowered life demonstrated God's personal nature and commitment to dwell among His people, ultimately fulfilling ancient promises through the incarnation.Application Questions:When you sin, do you look to the grace of God our Savior through the gift of the Son by the Spirit?Have you meditated on your personal relationship with God the Father, the Son...2024-11-0349 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritMotivated for Sanctification (Hebrews 2:5-18)Christ empowers sanctification through His perfect humanity, as explored in Hebrews 2:5-18. Simon Pranaitis examines four powerful incentives for believers to persist in their spiritual growth: Christ's redemption of our right to rule, His suffering for our holiness, His victory over Satan, and His role as our High Priest. Understanding how Christ empowers sanctification gives Christians the motivation and means to pursue spiritual transformation despite life's challenges.Where do you find the motivation to fight sin and pursue holiness?Do you contemplate the future reality of the kingdom and how the saints will rule with...2024-10-2751 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolMotivated for Sanctification (Hebrews 2:5-18)Christ empowers sanctification through His perfect humanity, as explored in Hebrews 2:5-18. Simon Pranaitis examines four powerful incentives for believers to persist in their spiritual growth: Christ's redemption of our right to rule, His suffering for our holiness, His victory over Satan, and His role as our High Priest. Understanding how Christ empowers sanctification gives Christians the motivation and means to pursue spiritual transformation despite life's challenges.Where do you find the motivation to fight sin and pursue holiness?Do you contemplate the future reality of the kingdom and how the saints will rule with...2024-10-2751 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritGrowing in Wise Obedience (Luke 2:40-52)Growing in wise obedience is a crucial aspect of Christian life, exemplified by Jesus' own journey of growth and obedience. This lesson explores how Jesus increased in wisdom through the power of the Holy Spirit, providing a model for believers to follow. By examining Luke 2:40-52, we gain insights into Christ's authentic humanity and His dependency on the Spirit for growth and obedience. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-10-2048 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolGrowing in Wise Obedience (Luke 2:40-52)Growing in wise obedience is a crucial aspect of Christian life, exemplified by Jesus' own journey of growth and obedience. This lesson explores how Jesus increased in wisdom through the power of the Holy Spirit, providing a model for believers to follow. By examining Luke 2:40-52, we gain insights into Christ's authentic humanity and His dependency on the Spirit for growth and obedience. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-10-2048 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolTen Reasons for Studying the Humanity of Jesus (Selected Scriptures)Simon Pranaitis explores ten compelling reasons for studying Jesus's humanity. He emphasizes how this study glorifies Christ, deepens our relationships with the Trinity, strengthens church unity, and enhances our spiritual growth. Pranaitis highlights that studying Jesus's humanity is essential for understanding the gospel, fighting sin, and improving biblical interpretation. This sermon provides a foundation for a deeper exploration of Christ's human nature and its implications for Christian living.The ten reasons, supported by scripture, are:Brings glory to Jesus (John 17:1-5)Grows our relationship with the Father (John 14:31, 17:23-24)Deepens our relationship with the Son (John 14:8...2024-10-1344 minKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritKootenai Church: Adult Sunday School - Walk By the SpiritTen Reasons for Studying the Humanity of Jesus (Selected Scriptures)Simon Pranaitis explores ten compelling reasons for studying Jesus's humanity. He emphasizes how this study glorifies Christ, deepens our relationships with the Trinity, strengthens church unity, and enhances our spiritual growth. Pranaitis highlights that studying Jesus's humanity is essential for understanding the gospel, fighting sin, and improving biblical interpretation. This sermon provides a foundation for a deeper exploration of Christ's human nature and its implications for Christian living.The ten reasons, supported by scripture, are:Brings glory to Jesus (John 17:1-5)Grows our relationship with the Father (John 14:31, 17:23-24)Deepens our relationship with the Son (John 14:8...2024-10-1344 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolProtective Prayer (Philippians 4:6-7)Simon Pranaitis emphasizes the importance of prayer in combating anxiety in his sermon on Philippians 4:6-7. He explains how believers can strengthen their prayer life by stopping worrying and starting to pray. Pranaitis highlights that this approach leads to God’s peace, which surpasses all understanding, guarding hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. By focusing on these two fundamental principles, believers can protect themselves from anxiety. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-05-2649 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolPraying for Maturity (Philippians 1:9-11)In his sermon, Simon Pranaitis emphasizes the importance of praying for maturity in the church, highlighting how it is a critical aspect of spiritual growth. He explains how Paul's prayer in Philippians 1:9-11 is a model for believers to pray for one another's maturity. Pranaitis encourages the congregation to pray, ensuring that their love abounds increasingly in knowledge and discernment, ultimately leading to fruitful and sincere Christian living. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-05-1949 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolJoyful Prayer (Philippians 1:3-8)In his sermon "Joyful Prayer," Simon Pranaitis explores Apostle Paul's practice of consistently praying with joy, as detailed in Philippians 1:3-8. He highlights how Paul's unceasing prayers and thankfulness fostered deep relationships and spiritual growth within the church. Pranaitis urges the congregation to emulate Paul's example to enhance their spiritual lives and Christian community connections through joyful and consistent prayer. ★ Support this podcast ★ 2024-05-1249 minKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolKootenai Church Adult Sunday SchoolPaul's Prayer Priorities (Selected Scriptures)In this new study series on prayer with this lesson delivered by Simon Pranaitis, the prayer priorities of Paul are meticulously explored to uncover the depth of relational prayer within the Christian community. Starting with a historical backdrop from the book of Philippians, Pranaitis engages his listeners by diving deep into the nuances of praying for others. This theme is vividly presented through Paul’s epistles. The discussion elaborates on how these practices sustain and deepen bonds among believers, irrespective of physical proximity, by emphasizing the dual use of relational prayer for sanctification and connection.With thoughtful in...2024-05-0551 min