Author Archives: Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Studying 1 John 1:2!

Welcome back! We return to our study of what it means to walk in the faith by walking with Jesus today here on the Transformed Podcast! We are here to guide you through this intensive, verse – by – verse study … Continue reading

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The Hard Hearted Don’t Care When Their Actions Injure Others!

Some thoughts from Exodus 9:8-12 (ESV) The hard-heartedness of Pharaoh refused to obey the Lord despite the severe injury to the health of all of his citizens. With everyone in the country affected, and the magicians unable to stand in … Continue reading

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Transformed #287: Focusing on Heaven by Focusing on Tomorrow!

People lean in the direction of the affection! This truth is the core of today’s episode of the Transformed Podcast. While every church in America is under change right now, many are not doing well as a result of that … Continue reading

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Studying 1 John 1:1

  Welcome to a brand new study of the Word of God on the Transformed Podcast! Welcome to this intensive, verse – by – verse study of one of the Christ-follower’s most life-changing Biblical journeys! 1 John is a small letter, … Continue reading

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The Hard Hearted Care More About Their Reputation Than Other People’s Lives!

  Some thoughts from Exodus 9:1-7 (ESV) The hard-heartedness of Pharaoh refused to acquiesce to the Lord’s request despite the destruction of the nation’s food supply. With all of the livestock in the nation dead, except for those under the … Continue reading

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Transformed #286: What Makes a Great Coach?

Craig Groeschel reminds us that, “successful people do consistently what normal people do occasionally.” When it comes to Sunday School, nothing could be closer to the truth! As we wrap up our New Year series, “When Sunday School Works Well!” … Continue reading

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Studying James 5:20!

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 … Continue reading

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The Hard Hearted Refuse to Honor Their Commitments!

Some thoughts from Exodus 8:28-32 (ESV) The hard-heartedness of Pharaoh refused to honor His own agreements despite the Lord’s follow through in keeping His side of the agreement. Pharaoh calls for prayer, saying plead for me as he verbally gives … Continue reading

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Hope For Today – Only You Can Help Us Lord!

Photo Credit: www.clearlakechurch.com What do you do when your enemies surround you on every side and defeat looks imminent? Cry? Give up? Quit? I’m Dr. Matthew Lee Smith and I want to share some Hope For Today to remind us that … Continue reading

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Transformed #285: Coaching Our Class to Christlikeness!

Losing is no fun! And yet, to be honest, Sunday Schools and Churches are losing people all across this nation. As we continue our New Year series, “When Sunday School Works Well!” Dr. Matthew Lee Smith speaks plainly about why … Continue reading

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