In the eighth episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff teaches the contrast between Adam's disobedience and Christ's obedience and how it affects believers today. Citing Romans 5, he explains how Adam's sin brought death and condemnation to all humanity, while Jesus' righteousness brings life and justification to those who believe. Just as we were born into sin through Adam, we can be born again into righteousness through Jesus Christ. Through our new identity in Christ, believers are now righ...
Aug 26, 2024•29 min
In this message, Duane teaches the importance of truth and cultivating a culture of the word in the life of a believer. A culture of the word reflects Jesus, honors Him and focuses on Him. This culture embodies both grace and truth without compromising either. Duane stresses the significance of absolute truth in a world increasingly embracing relativism. He points to Jesus' words in John 18:37, where Christ declares, "For this cause I was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that...
Aug 25, 2024•58 min
In the seventh episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff continues teaching our new identity in Christ. Drawing from the teachings of Apostle Paul, we explore the contrast between the first man, Adam, and Jesus Christ, the last Adam, to reveal the profound changes that Christ has brought into our lives. Romans 5:14-17 and 1 Corinthians 15:45-47 illustrate how Adam's disobedience introduced sin and death into the world and how Jesus' obedience and sacrifice brought righteousness and new life to ...
Aug 23, 2024•29 min
In the sixth episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff teaches on the critical issue of identity confusion, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's true identity in Christ. Satan targets people's identities to disrupt God's purpose for their lives, which leads to unprecedented levels of confusion prevalent in our society today, especially among young people. Christians need to teach their children about their God-given identity, including their gender as created by God. In Genesis 1:2...
Aug 22, 2024•29 min
In the fifth episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff continues to teach about our new identity in Christ, highlighting God's incredible grace. He compares the significant impact of two men on humanity through God's master copy: Adam and Jesus Christ. While Adam's sin brought death and condemnation to all, Jesus' sacrifice brought righteousness and life through God's grace. Romans 5:12-19 illustrates how Adam, as the first representative of humanity, introduced sin into the world. However, Jes...
Aug 21, 2024•29 min
In the fourth episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff teaches about our new identity in Christ and its importance for today's generation. He stresses that our children and grandchildren face an identity crisis fueled by a culture that promotes confusion and chaos. This crisis is misleading young minds and targeting their very purpose and destiny. As Christians, we must protect our children's identities and teach them their true identity in Jesus. Our spiritual identity transforms from being t...
Aug 20, 2024•29 min
In the third episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff teaches a powerful message on the topic of identity in Christ from his book, 'Identity Theft.' He emphasizes the importance of understanding our new nature as believers. Many people today, especially young people, are facing an identity crisis, and Satan uses this to steal, kill, and destroy their purpose and divine design. We have three types of identity: short-term (our immediate family), long-term (either in Adam or in Christ), and etern...
Aug 19, 2024•29 min
Duane teaches the danger and impact of strife in our relationships and spiritual lives. Strife is an issue that many people do not recognize in their lives, and it can be as destructive as sins like adultery. Strife can ruin marriages, churches, and personal relationships, causing confusion and hindering the manifestation of God's word in our lives. Strife is often rooted in envy and pride, creating an environment where every evil work can flourish. James Chapter 3 illustrates how strife stems f...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min
In the second episode of "Identity Theft," Duane Sheriff shares his transformative experience of encountering Christ and receiving a revelation of the cross. He describes an open vision he had in May 1980, in which he saw himself inside Jesus on the cross, dying with Him, being buried, and then rising to new life. This vision dramatically changed his life, giving him a deep understanding of his new identity in Christ. This revelation aligns with Scripture. Galatians 2:20 states, "I am crucified ...
Aug 16, 2024•29 min
Our culture is suffering from an identity crisis. Duane Sheriff teaches the concept of identity and the spiritual battle against identity theft orchestrated by Satan. Duane explains how crucial it is for believers to understand their true identity in Christ to fulfill God's purpose for their lives. John 10:10 reveals Satan's desire to steal, kill, and destroy, especially targeting our new identity in Christ. There are three key reasons why understanding our identity is crucial: 1. It connects us...
Aug 15, 2024•29 min
Duane teaches the importance of developing a "Culture Of The Word" in the church and our personal life. During challenging times like the 2019 shutdown, churches with a strong foundation in God's Word thrived, while those lacking this foundation struggled or closed. A Word-Centered Culture embraces these five elements: 1. Value and reverence Scripture (Psalm 19:10). 2. Prioritize God's Word above everything else (Psalm 138:2). 3. Build a strong foundation on the Word (Matthew 7:24-27). 4. Acknow...
Aug 11, 2024•54 min
Duane recaps each speaker's message during the week of Jubilee. He intricately weaves the week's themes with creative humor and anecdotes as he discerns what God is saying through other speakers. This year, Duane heard "Grit." In the dictionary, 'grit' means having firmness of character and an indomitable spirit, which believers must embody to succeed in the 'third great awakening. Acting with grit will be essential for standing against forthcoming challenges and being a light in the world. Grit...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Duane teaches the importance of cultivating a "Culture of Excellence" within the church and personal life. Excellence should not be confused with perfectionism. Excellence is about doing the best we can with what we have and know, making our work and actions reflect God's nature. Drawing from Philippians 1:9-10, Duane explains how love should abound in knowledge and discernment. Excellence is not just about outward actions but also about maintaining an excellent spirit, as seen in Daniel 6:3. Ex...
Aug 01, 2024•50 min
Duane continues teaching about the "Culture of Excellence" and pursuing excellence in our church, personal, and business lives. God is a God of excellence, and believers should desire and embody the characteristic of excellence in every aspect of their lives. Excellence is not legalism or perfectionism but a consistent effort to do and be our best with what we have and know. The Greek definition of excellence is 'to carry through,' illustrating that excellence serves as a bridge between God and ...
Aug 01, 2024•47 min
In this message, Brother Duane teaches the importance of staying rooted in God's Word and being loyal to Jesus in the world of deception. He emphasizes that true love for Jesus is demonstrated through obedience to His teachings, as stated in John 14:15: "If you love me, keep my commandments." Using the parable of the Good Samaritan as an illustration, he reveals how Jesus is our neighbor, the one we must love to inherit eternal life. He explains that just as the Good Samaritan poured oil and win...
Jul 28, 2024•1 hr 5 min
Brother Duane teaches a profound message about the parable of the Good Samaritan, revealing its deeper meaning as a representation of God's redemptive plan for humanity. In Luke 10, Jesus masterfully presents the entire gospel story in just a few verses (Luke 10:25-37). The parable reveals how the man who fell among thieves represents Adam and all of humanity, stripped of righteousness and left spiritually half-dead due to sin. The priest and Levite, representing the law, cannot save the man, ju...
Jul 21, 2024•56 min
In part four of "Money Talks," Brother Duane shares revelation on giving, focusing on the importance of tithing under New Testament grace. He distinguishes between tithing under the Old Testament law and New Testament grace, emphasizing that tithing wasn't just a practice tied to the Law of Moses but a principle that started before the law with Abraham and Melchizedek. Hebrews 7 describes Jesus as our High Priest in the order of Melchizedek. We now tithe to Jesus, not to an earthly priesthood. T...
Jul 14, 2024•1 hr 3 min
In the sixth episode of "Love Beyond Measure," Duane teaches the Holy Spirit has a crucial role in helping us understand and experience God's love. According to Romans 5:5 (ESV), "The love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us."). We cannot discern God's love through our circumstances, feelings, or human reasoning. Instead, the Holy Spirit reveals and sheds light on the depth of God's love for us. The Holy Spirit helps us understand the profound love dem...
Jul 10, 2024•29 min
