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What separates the true God from countless imitations? He's alive – and He interacts with us personally.

The message from Acts 14 cuts through religious fog to reveal an incredible truth: while false gods remain distant and demanding, the living God draws near. From Adam in Eden through the prophets and ultimately through Jesus Christ, God consistently demonstrates His desire for relationship with those He created.

This stands in stark contrast to both ancient idols like Jupiter and Mercury and our modern substitutes – whether alcohol, entertainment, relationships, or success. These "vanities" demand our worship but deliver only emptiness. They control our lives much like gods, yet lead inevitably toward destruction.

The living God offers something radically different. Instead of requiring endless religious performance, He did everything necessary for our salvation through Christ's sacrifice. He leaves us only to believe. And when we turn to Him, He doesn't merely save us from hell – He transforms us completely, giving us a new mind, heart, and purpose.

Ready to turn from empty worship to the One who gives abundant life? Respond to His call today. Your journey from spiritual paralysis to leaping with new life begins with a simple act of faith – turning from vanities to the living God who is reaching for you right now.

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NEW BOOK! I'm pleased to say that we have completed a new book that has been years in the making. The Ten Shirot: Songs of Redemption looks at ten songs that were sung through pivotal times in Scripture. It's an examination of the redemption of Jesus, of worship, and of Scripture in a way that we believe you probably haven't seen before. Check it out at https://a.co/d/0a4KIooL .

The Redeeming Love Bible Broadcast is a ministry of Grace Baptist Tabernacle. We're located at 121 Arborside Lane in King, NC and we can be reached at welcome@gracebaptisttabernacle.org. Please continue to share these episodes, and please consider coming to visit our church. We are excited and expectant for you to come!

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Have you ever believed God was distant, hidden behind religious walls or complex rituals? What if every barrier between you and God has already been removed?

Phil Duddy unpacks the revolutionary truth that God isn't waiting for you to perform rituals, visit special locations, or achieve some spiritual state before experiencing His presence. Through Jesus Christ, every possible obstacle has been permanently demolished.

Ready to meet the God who is nearer than you've ever imagined? Listen now and discover how to draw near with confidence, knowing every barrier has already been removed through Christ.

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NEW BOOK! I'm pleased to say that we have completed a new book that has been years in the making. The Ten Shirot: Songs of Redemption looks at ten songs that were sung through pivotal times in Scripture. It's an examination of the redemption of Jesus, of worship, and of Scripture in a way that we believe you probably haven't seen before. Check it out at https://a.co/d/0a4KIooL .

The Redeeming Love Bible Broadcast is a ministry of Grace Baptist Tabernacle. We're located at 121 Arborside Lane in King, NC and we can be reached at welcome@gracebaptisttabernacle.org. Please continue to share these episodes, and please consider coming to visit our church. We are excited and expectant for you to come!

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Today we look at Proverbs 10:22 and the profound truth about the nature of God's provision that many believers overlook.

When Israel crossed the Jordan River, God didn't just part the waters—He completely dried the ground beneath their feet. This wasn't merely practical; it revealed God's character. He doesn't give partial blessings or halfway solutions. From creation to salvation, from feeding thousands to healing the sick, God's work is always complete.

Yet many of us approach prayer with a scarcity mindset, afraid to ask boldly or expecting God's gifts to come with hidden troubles attached. We've forgotten who we're praying to—the eternal, limitless God who exists outside creation's framework while intimately working within it. The God who made you in His image, who calls you beloved, who gave His only Son for your salvation.

The way we pray reveals what we believe about God. Do we trust Him as the giver of good gifts? Do we believe His blessings truly come without sorrow? When Jesus healed, He didn't leave people needing further treatment. When He fed crowds, everyone ate until satisfied with baskets left over. When He saved us, He didn't just rescue us from hell but gave us abundant life and seated us with Him in heavenly places.

God delights in your bold requests that bring glory to His name. Whatever situation you're facing, He wants to walk through it with you, providing in ways that exceed your imagination and create opportunities for testimony. Your prayers don't need to be timid—approach Him confidently as a child who knows their Father gives perfectly good gifts.

Contact us at redeemingthelost@icloud.com or visit gbtministries.com to share how this message has impacted you.

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NEW BOOK! I'm pleased to say that we have completed a new book that has been years in the making. The Ten Shirot: Songs of Redemption looks at ten songs that were sung through pivotal times in Scripture. It's an examination of the redemption of Jesus, of worship, and of Scripture in a way that we believe you probably haven't seen before. Check it out at https://a.co/d/0a4KIooL .

The Redeeming Love Bible Broadcast is a ministry of Grace Baptist Tabernacle. We're located at 121 Arborside Lane in King, NC and we can be reached at welcome@gracebaptisttabernacle.org. Please continue to share these episodes, and please consider coming to visit our church. We are excited and expectant for you to come!