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THREE CHURCHES AND THEIR PROBLEMS TEXT: Revelation 2:1-7; 12-17; 18-29 SUMMARY: Christ's piercing scrutiny of the seven churches of Asia Minor should admonish us to find the modern parallels, to examine our own ways, and to heed what the Spirit says to all of the churches. I. EPHESUS, THE DOCTRINAL CHURCH IN DECLINE, vv. 1-7. A. Strong in Doctrine. B. Strong in Discipline. C. Abounding in Good Wor...

Before the 7th seal opens there is a divine pause with another heavenly perspective, God wants people to know about Him during this time. Things only get worse for those who have rejected Jesus. Is there anything good that is going to come out of this wrath? Yes, we can still see God's mercy and grace is still saving the lost.

During the time when the outlook for the people of Jerusalem and Judea looked particularly bleak, the prophet Jeremiah, in obedience to the Word of God, bought a piece of land, thereby indicating his faith in God's Word.

This sermon explores the biblical counsel to enjoy the good things of life while maintaining a reverent awareness of God's judgment. The central message is that believers are called to rejoice in the present, particularly during youth, without falling into despair over the transient nature of worldly pleasures. The text emphasizes that this enjoyment must be balanced by holiness, urging listeners...

Gratitude is more than a response to favorable circumstances. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how biblical thanksgiving grows from God's character and the saving work of Jesus Christ. Drawing on 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and Colossians 3:15–17, he considers gratitude in suffering, the danger of entitlement, and the daily practice of remembering God's ordinary merci...

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The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded, Chapter 2, in a modernized version. "In Chapter 2 of The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded, John Owen establishes that a person's default, voluntary thoughts—those the mind freely gravitates toward when free from pressing duties or immediate crises—serve as the truest window into the underlying condition of the heart. Using the analogy of sp...

I hope I have made good my claim that N.T.Wright distorts the biblical doctrine of God as the God of judgment. Furthermore, that Wright, using this distortion, then distorts Christ‟s threeyear ministry and his crucifixion, and then distorts the ministry of the Spirit through believers during this present age. I am convinced that Scripture shows us that believers are called to preach the appeasemen...

This message traces the historical trajectory of the Reformation from the European continent to England, highlighting the pivotal role of the separatists who refused to wait for state permission to form biblical congregations. It examines the lives of key figures such as William Tyndale, Robert Brown, and John Smith, illustrating how their conviction led to the emergence of Baptist churches throug...

This podcast traces the historical lineage of the Protestant Reformation, moving from Martin Luther's discovery of justification by faith in Wittenberg to Ulrich Zwingli's emphasis on Scripture in Zurich, and finally to the Anabaptist movement that recovered believers' baptism and the autonomous local church. The narrative highlights the theological shift from grace as a substance to be earned to...

The five solas summarize biblical truths that guard the gospel and direct our confidence to Jesus Christ. In this Reformation Day edition of Contending for the Word Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins explains Scripture alone, grace alone, faith alone, Christ alone, and glory to God alone. Closing October's Reformation series, Dave shows why every human authority must submit to God's Word, why good works a...

This sermon defends the doctrine of Sola Scriptura by examining 2 Timothy 3:14-17, asserting that the Bible is the church's final, infallible, and sufficient authority for faith and practice. The message explains that Scripture is 'God-breathed' (theopneustos), giving it a unique divine origin that makes it self-authenticating and superior to any human tradition or ecclesiastical office. It argues...

Title: The Supremacy of God's Word Speaker: Creston Thomas Series: 2026 Reformation Reflections Date: October 30, 2026 Bible: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 This sermon explores the theological principle of Sola Scriptura by examining 2 Timothy 3:14-17, emphasizing that God's Word is supreme over human tradition and cultural ideology. The speaker contrasts the Reformation's rejection of practices like indulgen...

Repentance prepares the highway for people to come into the presence of the Lord. They need substance and direction for life; not only repentance, but regeneration. From where does such a thing come? In this sermon on Psalm 84:5–7 titled "The Valley of Bacca," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones looks at Christ as the source of encouragement for the believer, despite the circumstances he or she might find them...

Have you ever been asked, "Where was your church before Luther?" In about fifty-four minutes, this teaching puts its arms around the whole story of the Reformation, from Wycliffe and Hus through Luther, Zwingli, Tyndale and Calvin, all the way to the confession we hold at King's Church. You'll meet a Cambridge priest whose "bruised bones leapt for joy" over a single verse, a translator strangled a...

This sermon examines the theological framework of Deuteronomy 27 and 28, highlighting the covenantal choice between blessing and cursing, life and death, and good and evil. The teaching draws a parallel between the Garden of Eden and the Promised Land, presenting Israel's entry into Canaan as a new Eden where obedience to God's distinctive laws secures divine favor. The analysis focuses on the spe...

3:40 How do my husband and I create good Bible study and prayer habits together? 4:50 Could you explain all the Old Testament offerings and sacrifices? 14:54 How does free will relate to sharing the gospel? 25:33 How much do we need to teach people about God and Jesus before sharing the Gospel? 37:00 Is IBF biblical and what are the some of the concerns? 40:41 What sermons do you recommend to stud...

It Is Your Life! The Life-Giving Word, the Witness of Our Wisdom, and the Wonder of Deuteronomy Primary Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:5–8; 6:20–25; 32:44–47 This message explores the life-giving power of God's Word through the book of Deuteronomy, emphasizing that divine revelation was never intended merely to inform God's people but to transform their lives and make His wisdom visible to the world aro...

In this episode of The Gospel Way Catechism, we explore Question 11: "What Is Sexuality?" Through Scripture and conversation, we consider God's design for humanity as male and female, the cultural narratives shaping our understanding of sexuality and identity, and what it means to trust God's Word over our own feelings. We're reminded that our bodies are intentionally created by God and that true...

This text and study examine the practical implications of salvation by grace, contrasting the futile effort of keeping the Mosaic law with the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit. It emphasizes that believers are called to walk in the Spirit, a daily discipline of being filled through prayer, the Word, and fellowship, rather than relying on carnal strength to justify themselves. The text highli...

How Can We Have a Clean Conscience? (Hebrews 9:6-14) In this devotional, Pastor Jason explains that religious rituals and good deeds cannot truly cleanse a guilty conscience. While Old Testament animal sacrifices offered temporary, superficial cleansing, they could not atone for human sin. Discover how only the blood of Jesus Christ can deeply and permanently purify our conscience so we can serve...

This sermon explores the practical implications of Christ's return by examining 2 Peter 3, 1 Thessalonians 5, and Titus 2. It argues that the certainty of the Second Coming should not lead to passivity or anxiety, but to a life of holy conduct, sober watchfulness, and mutual encouragement. The speaker emphasizes that God's delay is an act of mercy, allowing time for repentance, while believers are...