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Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:1-31 I. Intro Big Idea: We demonstrate Christ’s love by using our gifts in unity. II. The Difference A. God’s Spirit makes a difference. 1 Corinthians 12:1-3 B. God’s Spirit creates a diverse unity. 1 Corinthians 12:4 III. Manifest A. God gives gifts to benefit others for His glory. 1 Corinthians 12:7-11; 14:25, 40 B. Our worth is found in honoring Christ’s body. Romans 12:10; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14 IV. Belong A. Every believer has a gift. 1 Corinthians 12:15-20 B. Everyone’s gift matters. 1 Corinthians 12:21-26 V. Excellence A. Consider what moves you. 1 Corinthians 12:27 B. Think about your role. 1 Corinthians 12:28 C. Ask the community. 1 Corinthians 12:29-31 Things to Consider
Prepare Mark 1:1-8 I. Intro Big Idea: Repentance prepares us for Christ's work. II. Good News A. Mark shows who Jesus is. Mark 1:1 B. In preparing to meet Jesus, we meet God. Isaiah 40:1-3; Malachi 3:1; Mark 1:2-3 III. Repentance A. Repentance is a good thing. Mark 1:4 B. We need to repent. Mark 1:5 IV. Clothing A. John identified as a prophet. 2 Kings 1:8; Mark 1:6 B. John decreased. Mark 1:7; John 3:30 V. Baptized A. Be baptized. Mark 1:8a B. Be made new. Mark 1:8b; 2 Corinthians 5:17 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Follow Mark 1:9-20 I. Intro Big Idea: Jesus calls us to follow in the path of His righteousness. II. Pleased A. In fulfilling all righteousness Jesus identified with us. Matthew 3:13-15; Mark 1:9; Hebrews 1:1-2 B. God doesn’t need us. Mark 1:10-11 III. Sent A. Sometimes the Spirit leads us into hard places. Mark 1:12 B. We can obey. Mark 1:13; 1Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 4:15 IV. Time A. God’s timing is perfect. Matthew 11:28-30; Mark 1:14 B. Living under Christ’s rule has consequences. Matthew 11:28-30; Mark 1:15 V. Called A. We can extend the grace we’ve received. Jeremiah 16:16; Matthew 19:10; Mark 1:16-18 B. Being a Christian means following Christ. Mark 1:19-20; Luke 14:2 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Conflict Mark 1:21-45 I. Intro Big Idea: Deliverance occurs because of Jesus’ authority. John 16:33 II. Authority A. Jesus’ words are different. Mark 1:21-24; James 2:19 B. Jesus doesn’t need a formula. Mark 1:27-28; 2 Timothy 2:24-26; Revelation 12:11 III. Healing A. Jesus healing was instantaneous. Mark 1:29-31; John 9:1-12 B. Jesus is always in control. Mark 1:32-34; John 3:20 IV. Focus A. In crisis Jesus sought His Father. Mark 1:35-37 B. The gospel delivers. Matthew 7:21-23; Mark 1:38-39 V. Testimony A. Jesus is willing to make us clean. Mark 1:40-42 B. Instead of gossip, offer the gospel. Mark 1:43-45 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
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Devoted Acts 2:42-47 I. Intro Big Idea: God’s plan to turn the world upside down is to do extraordinary things through the ordinary acts of His people in worship. II. Awe A. The church found itself in Christ’s commands. Acts 2:42; 1 Corinthians 11:17-34; 1 John 4:19 B. Responding to Christ’s commands leads to awe of Him. John 4:23; Acts 2:43 III. Everything in Common A. The early church treasured their interdependence. Acts 2:44 B. Giving to each other is giving to God. Acts 2:45 IV. Together A. Genuine worship inspires worship. Acts 2:46a B. Love is not learned alone. Acts 2:46b V. Saved A. It’s easy to communicate about something we love. Acts 2:47a B. God works through people consumed by His grace. John 15:5; Acts 2:47b Things to Consider
Annual Community Church at the Fair. The Compassion Component Job 2:1-13 Preached by Elder Doug Collin Sermon Outline not available this week. However, the audio for the sermon is available in the link above. Worship John 4:1-26 I. Intro Big Idea: True worship takes place on God’s terms. II. Tired A. It’s possible to be mistaken about God. John 4:1-3 B. Jesus came to identify with us in every way. John 4:4-6; Hebrews 4:15 III. Drawing A. Jesus met the woman in her isolation. John 4:7-9 B. We can’t manufacture what we need most. John 4:10-15 IV. Come Back A. Jesus knows the truth about us. John 4:16-18 B. People tend to avoid reality. John 4:19-20 V. Truth and Spirit A. Ask Jesus to show you yourself. Psalm 139:23-24; John 4:21-24 B. Ask Jesus to show you Himself. John 4:25-26 Things to Consider
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Honor Esther 6:1-14 I. Intro Big Idea: “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” James 4:6 II. Sleepless A. God never naps. Esther 6:1-2; Psalm 121:1-4 B. Even if others forget, God remembers. Esther 6:3 III. Royal Robe A. We’re made for glory. Esther 6:4-5 B. God offers a better robe. Esther 6:6-9; Proverbs 16:18; Luke 15:11-32 IV. Proclamation A. God is just. Esther 6:10 B. God is just, and gracious. Esther 6:11 V. Prepared A. Don’t gloat, give thanks. Esther 6:12 B. Don’t worry, God is faithful. Esther 6:13-14; Romans 8:26 Things to Consider
Hanged Esther 7:1-10 I. Intro Big Idea: God’s justice is perfect. II. Request A. Obedience builds confidence. Esther 7:1-2 B. Words have power. Esther 7:3-4 III. Adversary A. Pride blinds. Esther 7:5-6 B. God turns the table. Esther 7:7; Galatians 6:7 IV. Wrath A. If we establish our identity, we will lose it. Esther 7:8; Luke 17:33 B. Seeking God changes our perspective. Esther 7:9-10; Psalms 73:16-17 V. Rescue A. There are ultimate consequences. Genesis 18:15; John 3:36 B. Don’t worry, ask God. Matthew 7:7-8; Philippians 4:6 Things to Consider
Triumph Esther 8:1-9:17 I. Intro Big Idea: God’s vengeance gives rest. Deuteronomy 25:18-19 II. Plea A. God’s timing is everything. Esther 8:1-2 B. Esther became others focused. Esther 8:3-6 III. Decree A. Grace overrules our judgments. Esther 8:7-8 B. Protecting people from evil is good. Esther 8:9-14 IV. Fear A. God rewards with awe of Him. Esther 8:15-9:4 B. God repays. Esther 9:5-17 in Deuteronomy 32:35; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 V. Rest A. God’s vengeance is satisfied in Christ. Matthew 27:47-56; Romans 5:9-10 B. The gospel delivers. 2 Corinthians 10:4 Things to Consider
Celebrate Esther 9:18-10:3 I. Intro Big Idea: God has called us to celebrate His deliverance. John 15:10-12 II. Observe A. Have a good day. Esther 9:18-19; Romans 2:4; 1 Corinthians 10:23-33 B. Holidays remind us why we exist. Esther 9:20-22 III. Prescribed A. God’s joy is not self-generated. Esther 9:23-26 B. Unless we stop, we won’t remember. Joshua 4:1-7; Esther 9:26-28 IV. Full Authority A. We all leave a legacy. Esther 9:29-31 B. Promote God’s grace. Esther 9:32; John 10:10 V. Preeminent A. Jesus is a greater Savior than Mordecai! Esther 10:1-2 B. Remain faithful. Esther 10:3 Things to Consider
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Deposed Esther 1:1-22 I. Intro Big Idea: We either conform to our culture or trust an unseen God. II. Reign A. People try to display their worth through possessions. Esther 1:1-2 B. Xerxes was selfishly generous. Esther 1:3-8 III. Furious A. Our culture says pose or be deposed. Esther 1:9-11 B. Controlling behavior leads to being out of control. Esther 1:12 IV. Law A. We gain worth from others. Esther 1:13-14 B. Distance from God leads to insane expectations. Esther 1:15-19 V. The King A. God is working out a better future. Esther 1:19-20 B. God is powerfully present. Esther 1:21-22; Matthew 27:46 Things to Consider
Favor Esther 2:1-18 I. Intro Big Idea: Our decisions matter. Romans 6:15-18 II. Advice A. We can’t take back our wrongs. Esther 2:1 B. Distractions don’t deliver. Esther 2:2-4; Romans 6:23 III. Entrusted A. We all have a calling. Esther 2:5-7 B. It’s easy to get caught in the current of culture. Esther 2:8-9; James 1:13-15 IV. Revealed A. Faith is hard. Esther 2:10-11 B. Tough circumstances reveal the content of our faith. Esther 2:12-14 V. Taken A. Submission to sin doesn’t change anything for the better. Esther 2:15-16 B. We can live differently. Esther 2:17-18 Things to Consider
Conspiracy Esther 2:19-3:15 I. Intro Big Idea: We can trust and obey God in uncertain times. II. True A. God puts us in the right place at the right time to do the right thing. Esther 2:19-20 B. Right motives matter. Esther 2:21-23; Romans 13:1-7 III. Honor A. Mordecai dishonored the dishonorable. Exodus 17:8-16; Deuteronomy 25:17-18; Esther 3:1-4 B. Pride leads to disproportionate responses. Esther 3:5-6 IV. Certain People A. God knows the outcome of seemingly random events. Esther 3:7; Proverbs 16:33; John 10:10 B. Pride seeks constant validation. Esther 3:8-11 V. Commands A. We live on a battlefield. 2 Chronicles 20:15; Esther 3:12-14 B. Have confidence in overcoming evil. Esther 3:15; Romans 16:20 Things to Consider
Providence Esther 4:1-17 I. Intro Big Idea: We’re born to make a difference. II. Clothes A. Mordecai could no longer sit on the fence. Esther 4:1-3 B. Esther was unaware of the pending destruction. Esther 4:4-5 III. The Cost A. We don’t live unless we’re willing to die. Esther 4:6-8 B. Timidity is a form of pride. Esther 4:9-11 IV. Time A. There’s time that passes and there’s time that matters. Esther 4:12-13; Ephesians 5:16 B. Someone cares more than we do. Genesis 22:18; Esther 4:14; Romans 5:6-8 V. Perish A. Take part in true fasting. Esther 4:15-16; Isaiah 58:1-5; John 4:31-38 B. Influence others by living in time that matters. Esther 4:17 Things to Consider
Request Esther 5:1-14 I. Intro Big Idea: We either try to justify ourselves, or trust in God’s justification. Isaiah 26:3; 1 John 4:18 II. Pleasing A. Esther was gorgeously honorable. Esther 5:1-2; 1 Peter 3:1-4 B. God is a different King. Esther 5:3; Proverbs 21:1 III. Shrewd A. Because God is in control, we can be wise. Esther 5:4-5; Matthew 10:16 B. Esther’s submission gave her self-control. Esther 5:6-8; Galatians 5:22-23 IV. No Satisfaction A. Only pride restrained Haman. Esther 5:9-10 B. Pride never leads to peace. Esther 5:11-13 V. The Banquet A. We either feed our flesh or kill it. Esther 5:14; Colossians 3:5-10 B. Receive a better kingdom. Matthew 22:1-14: Hebrews 4:16 Things to Consider
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Free Romans 14:1-12 I. Intro Big Idea: Our acceptance of one another demonstrates the gospel. II. True Tolerance A. We’re to do everything because of God’s mercy. Romans 12:1; 14:1-3 B. We have one Lord. Romans 14:4 III. Consider A. Conviction is good. Romans 14:5 B. Passion for the gospel matters most. Romans 14:6 IV. Not Alone A. Our lives are interwoven. Romans 14:7-8 B. Unity is possible – because of Christ! Romans 14:9 V. Accountable A. Humility toward others exalts God. John 17:20-21; Romans 14:10-11 B. We must give an account of ourselves. Romans 14:12 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
United Romans 14:13-15:13 I. Intro Big Idea: Loving one another leads to true joy and peace. II. Acting in Love A. Mature disciples consider the consciences of others. Romans 14:13-15 B. Experiencing God’s kingdom requires inner unity. Romans 14:16-18 III. Every Effort A. Knowledge puffs up, but love edifies. Romans 14:19-20; 1 Corinthians 8:1 B. We need each other to grow in Christ. Romans 14:22-23 IV. Hope A. We must bear each other’s burdens. Romans 15:1-4 B. Building one another up creates unity. Romans 15:5-6 V. Rejoice A. God has a plan. Romans 15:7-9 B. Our unity increases praise to God. Romans 15:10-13 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Determined Romans 15:14-33 I. Intro Big Idea: The gospel never fails! II. Convinced A. Arrogance is unconvincing. Romans 15:14 B. God’s mercy empowers genuine ministry. Romans 15:15-16; Hebrews 10:10 III. Ambition A. The gospel accomplishes miracles. Romans 15:17-19 B. Be ambitious for the glory of Christ. Acts 28:30-31; Romans 15:20-22 IV. Longing A. Paul’s longings were relational in Christ. Acts 1:8; Romans 15:23-24 B. We have blessings to share them. Romans 15:25-29 V. Praying A. Genuine faith generates prayer. Romans 15:30-32 B. Receiving the gospel leads to peace. Romans 8:33 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Forever Romans 16:1-27 I. Intro Big Idea: Our sacrifice for one another reveals the lasting benefits of fellowship with God. Hebrews 4:12 II. Remember A. Some lists point to what matters most. Romans 16:1-2 B. The way down is the way up. Matthew 10:39; Romans 16:3-5; Acts 18-19 III. Greetings A. Paul wanted the Romans to trust the people he loved. Mark 15:21; Romans 16:6-15 B. We treat people the way we think God treats us. Romans 16:6 IV. Divisions A. Trust comes from right thinking about Christ. Matthew 13:34-40; Romans 16:16-18 B. We need to exercise our faith. Romans 16:19-20 V. Able to Establish A. Make someone’s list. Romans 16:21-23 B. It’s not about us! Romans 16:25-27 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
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Sincere Romans 12:9-21 I. Intro Big Idea: We can overcome evil because Christ is good. II. Sincere A. God transforms passions. Romans 12:9-11; 2 Corinthians 5:17 B. Welcome strangers. Genesis 12:1-3; Romans 12:12-13 III. Associate A. Isolation doesn’t lead to holiness. Romans 12:14-15 B. Jesus decided to associate with you. Romans 12:16 IV. Be Careful A. Peace is possible. Jeremiah 6:14; Romans 8:1; 12:17-18 B. Trust the Judge. Romans 12:19 V. Contrary A. Retaliate with grace. Romans 12:20 B. Be an overcomer. Jeremiah 29:7; Romans 12:21 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Fearless Romans 13:1-7 I. Intro Big Idea: Perfect love drives out fear. 1 John 4:18 II. Established A. God is in control. Romans 13:1 B. God uses governments for His purposes. Romans 13:2 III. Authority A. Submission makes an impression. Daniel 3:1-30; Romans 13:3 B. Authorities cause us to esteem grace. Romans 13:4 IV. Submit A. Submission makes us holy. Romans 13:5 B. Submission demonstrates trust in Christ. Isaiah 53:7; Romans 13:6 V. Give A. Much is asked. Luke 12:48; Romans 13:7 B. Service reflects the gospel. Matthew 6:33 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Resurrection 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 I. Intro Big Idea: The resurrection proves God loves us. 1 John 4:8 II. To Remind A. We get love wrong. 1 Corinthians 15:1 B. God’s love saves. 1 Corinthians 15:2 III. First Importance A. God’s love was planned. Psalm 22:14-16; Isaiah 53:3-6; 1 Corinthians 15:3 B. God’s love changes everything. Psalm 16:9-11; Matthew 12:40; 1 Corinthians 15:4 IV. He Appeared A. God’s love was witnessed. Mark 3:21; John 19:34; 1 Corinthians 15:5-7 B. God’s love is underserved. 1 Corinthians 15:8-9 V. Grace A. God’s love moves us. 1 Corinthians 15:10; 1 John 4:19. B. God’s love must be trusted. 1 Corinthians 15:11 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Indebted Romans 13:8-14 I. Intro Big Idea: Because of Christ’s mercy, we owe everyone a debt of love. II. Fulfilled A. We’re to exhibit love in all relationships. Romans 13:7-8 B. Love exceeds the law. Romans 13:8 III. One Command A. Christ’s commands involve our whole self. Romans 13:9 B. We can obey Christ’s royal law. Romans 13:10; James 2:8; 1 John 1:5-7 IV. Wake Up A. Christ causes us to wake up! Romans 13:11; Ephesians 5:13-15 B. Our time is short. Romans 8:1; 13:11 V. Clothed A. We have a choice about how we dress. Romans 13:12-13 B. We must put aside destructive patterns, and put on Christ. Romans 13:14 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
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Gospel Part 1 Romans 10:1-15 I. Intro Big Idea: We must confess Christ as Savior from the heart. Matthew 7:21-23. II. Culmination A. We must be perfect. Matthew 5:48; Romans 10:1-3 B. We over estimate ourselves and under estimate God. John 17:3; Romans 10:4 III. Near A. Jesus accomplished our salvation. John 19:30; Romans 10:5-7; Hebrews 10:10 B. Be still. Psalm 46:10; Romans 10:8-9; Philippians 2:6-8 IV. No Difference A. Anyone can be delivered from shame. Romans 10:10-11 B. Know perfect love. Joel 2:32; Romans 10:12-13; 1 John 4:18 V. Beautiful Feet A. Some have not heard. Romans 10:14 B. Bring good news. Romans 10:15 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
The Gospel Part 2 Romans 10:16-21 I. Intro Big Idea: Shine in dark times by holding firmly to the word of life. Philippians 2:15-16 II. Hearing A. God’s ways are not our ways. Isaiah 53:5; 55:8; Romans 10:16 B. Lean into the gospel. Romans 10:17 III. Understanding A. Everyone hears God’s Word. Psalm 19:1-4; Matthew 10:16; Romans 1:20,10:18 B. Our response to the Word reveals our hearts. Romans 5:8; 10:19 IV. Boldly A. We gather to go out in grace. Romans 10:20 B. It’s not about the results. Romans 9:6; Isaiah 6:1-10 V. Proclaiming A. God continually calls His people. Romans 10:21 B. Proclaim the message of the war already won. The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Faithful Romans 11:1-24 I. Intro Big Idea: God is faithful. II. Remnant A. Faith is a lonely proposition. Romans 11:1-3 B. By grace we’re not alone. Romans 11:4-6 III. Table A. Misplaced desire makes us miss what we need. Romans 11:7-8 B. God sets a better table. Romans 11:9-10 IV. Riches A. Stumbling upends pride. Romans 11:11-12 B. Humility quickens hope. Romans 11:13-16 V. Tremble A. Don’t wait to repent. Romans 11:17-22 B. God restores. Romans 11:23-24 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Mystery Romans 11:25-36 I. Intro Big Idea: God is merciful. Isaiah 40:22; Romans 7:21-25, 8:1 II. Saved A. God wants us to understand His plan. Romans 11:25; 2 Peter 3:8 B. God is looking for humility. Romans 11:26-27 III. Irrevocable A. God loves His enemies. Matthew 5:22; Romans 5:10, 11:28; 1 John 3:15 B. The gift of eternal life is eternal. Romans 11:29 IV. Bound A. Failure isn’t the end of the story. Romans 11:30-31 B. God offers an opportunity for us to receive mercy. Romans 11:32 V. Unsearchable A. God doesn’t need anything from us. Romans 11:33-35 B. Live in awe of God. Romans 11:36; Philippians 4:8-9 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Sacrifice Romans 12:1-8 I. Intro Big Idea: We find Christ amid sacrificial service. II. Living Dead A. God’s mercy motivates. Romans 12:1a B. God is all-consuming. Romans 12:1b; Hebrews 12:28-29 III. Pleasing A. The world’s pattern is self-consuming. John 10:10; Romans 12:2a; 1 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:1-3 B. God’s will isn’t a mystery. Romans 12:2b IV. Belong A. Be Christ-centered. Romans 12:3 B. Every believer has a gift. Romans 12:4-5 V. Believe A. Our gifts are a gift. Romans 12:6 B. Use your gift. Romans 12:7-8 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
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Glory Romans 8:18-27 I. Intro Big Idea: In our groaning we can have hope. II. Expectation A. Struggle often brings God’s glory to light. 2 Chronicles 7:3; Romans 8:18 B. You’re more influential than you realize. Romans 5:12; 8:19 III. Frustration A. This is not the end of the story. Romans 8:20-21 B. At the cross Christ saw our glorification. Romans 8:22-23, 29; Hebrews 12:2; 1 John 3:2 IV. Hope A. God will fulfill what He has promised. Romans 8:24 B. Hope empowers endurance. Romans 7;24-25, 8:25 V. Intercession A. Prayer causes us to carry Christ’s light burden. Matthew 11:28-30; Romans 8:26 B. The Spirit always interacts with the Father on our behalf. Romans 8:27 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Everlasting Love Romans 8:28-39 I. Intro Big Idea: You’re loved in Christ. II. Called A. We can love because God first loved us. Romans 8:28; 1 John 4:19 B. We think we know better than God. John 3:18; 15:16; Romans 8:29-30 III. All Things A. God is not going anywhere. Romans 8:31-32 B. Instead of condemning us, the Judge prays for us. Romans 8:33-34; 1 Corinthians 4:2-4 IV. Hardships A. Our connection with God is based on Christ’s faithfulness. Romans 8:35-36 B. In Christ both pride and shame are out of place. Romans 8:37; Galatians 2:20-21 V. Convinced A. Be convinced that God has loved you. Romans 8:38-39 B. Keep moving forward in faith. Deuteronomy 7:7-8 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
Reckoned Romans 9:1-24 I. Intro Big Idea: God is working out His plan. Psalm 1:1-3 II. Conscience A. Grace leads to brokenness. Romans 9:1-3 B. Pedigree doesn’t deliver. Romans 9:4-5 III. Unfailing A. Salvation is undeserved. Luke 14:26; Romans 9:6-13 B. Grace reveals God’s essence. Exodus 33:18-19; Romans 9:14-15 IV. The Potter A. We’re jars of clay. Romans 9:16-21; 2 Corinthians 4:7 B. God’s future mercy can shape us now. Romans 9:22-24 V. Respond A. Relax in God’s hand. B. Be bold because God justifies. The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
The Race Romans 9:25-33 I. Intro Big Idea: We either stumble over Christ, or He becomes the Rock on which we stand. II. His People A. Paul wrote Romans to provide reassurance. Romans 9:23-25 B. God placed us where we are for a reason. Romans 9:26; Acts 17:26-27 III. Remnant A. Opinions won’t save us. Matthew 7:13-14; Acts 9:27, 17:28 B. Don’t take God’s grace for granted. Romans 1:18; 9:28-29; 1 Timothy 2:4 IV. Pursue A. We can pursue righteousness. Acts 9:30; 2 Timothy 2:25 B. If we run our own race, we’ll miss the prize. Matthew 21:42; Acts 9:31-32. V. No Shame A. Stumbling isn’t always bad. Psalm 118:13; Romans 9:33 B. Christ will lift you up. Psalm 40:2, 9-10; Romans 9:33 The Next Step Life Group Follow-Up
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