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1 Corinthians 1:20 "Where is the wise? where is the scribe? where is the disputer of this world? hath not God made foolish the wisdom of this world?" King James Version

In Colossians 2:6–10, Paul calls believers to abound in thanksgiving and warns them against teaching that would draw them away from Christ. Dave Jenkins explains how remembering what God has given us in Christ strengthens discernment. He discusses the ordinary means of grace, testing spiritual claims by Scripture, correcting error with gentleness, and seeking wise counsel in the local church. For...

Does God's Word really cover all of life? In this passage, we see that Isaiah warns the people from seeing value in competing testimonies! -Notes: https://pastormarksbury.blogspot.com/2026/11/sermon-sufficiency-of-law-and-testimony.html -Livestream: https://lwbcfruita.org/live -Donations: https://www.lwbcfruita.org/give

Constant exposure to outrage, false teaching, and cultural confusion can turn vigilance into cynicism. In this Weekly Watch episode, Dave Jenkins explains how biblical gratitude steadies Christians as they exercise discernment. Drawing on 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Hebrews 12:28, and other passages, he encourages believers to test teaching by Scripture, remember God's goodness, value the local church,...

What is sin? In this sermon on sin from Psalm 107:4–9 titled "The Way, the Truth, and the Life," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses sin and its power but rejoices that hope exists. Sin manifests itself in almost an endless variety of ways, and because sinners fail to recognize this, they often fail to recognize sin when it is right in front of them. Does the Christian recognize sin when it manifests...

🌎 How do we raise children who love God, embrace biblical truth, and remain faithful to Jesus Christ in a world increasingly opposed to biblical values? Raising godly children has never been more challenging. Today's children are surrounded by powerful cultural influences, social media, secular philosophies, peer pressure, and messages that often contradict the Word of God. As Christian parents a...

The sermon introduces the Sermon on the Mount by summarizing the preceding chapters of Matthew, establishing Jesus as the sinless Messiah who came to destroy the works of the devil and fulfill all righteousness. The central focus is on the first four Beatitudes, which are presented as an upside-down kingdom philosophy that contrasts worldly standards of self-confidence and power with the spiritual...

God's Word calls Christians to give thanks in all circumstances. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins explains how gratitude helps believers resist grumbling, entitlement, fear, and cynicism by remembering God's character, promises, and saving grace in Jesus Christ. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Romans 1, Philippians 4, Colossians, and Ephesians 6, Dave considers thanks...

This sermon explores the theological contrast between the transient wisdom of the world and the enduring, counter-cultural wisdom of God as revealed in the cross of Christ. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, the message argues that human philosophies, from Enlightenment rationalism to modern atheism, ultimately fail to provide true meaning or salvation. The preacher emphasises that God intentiona...

This Kids Message explains the theological basis for believer's baptism by contrasting it with infant baptism, emphasizing that baptism is a visible sign of personal faith in Jesus Christ. Using the analogy of traffic lights, the teaching illustrates how symbols communicate meaning without words, arguing that baptism requires an understanding of its significance which infants lack. The core messag...

To lay aside is not gently remove them, fold them up and put them in the draw, but to cast away, take them off as disgusting filth for they are the works of the flesh that we are so aptly warned of in the Holy Scripture. Those weights may consist of pride, worldly entanglements, or various forms of lust. Worldly philosophies and hypocrisy; the putting off of the old man.

This lesson examines the theological danger of pragmatism, defining it as a relativistic worldview that prioritizes anticipated outcomes over divine command. By contrasting the failures of Saul, Aaron, and Jeroboam with the repentant heart of David, the teaching illustrates how pragmatic reasoning leads to idolatry, unauthorized worship, and the rejection of God's authority. The central argument a...

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...

Remaining faithful to Christ can cost us approval, comfort, friendships, and opportunities. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain biblical courage and a conscience governed by Scripture. Working through Acts 5:29, Proverbs 29:25, and other passages, Dave considers the fear of man, the pressure to compromise, and the differ...

This lesson examines 1 Corinthians 1:22-23 to identify two primary mentalities that lead to the rejection of the gospel: those who view it as a stumbling block and those who perceive it as foolishness. The first group, exemplified by first-century Jews seeking signs, rejects the cross because it offends their desire for works-based justification and self-justification. The second group, represente...

Acts 19 shows Paul dealing with the religious and philosophical confusion of the world. In Ephesians 4:14 he referred to people being "… Tossed to and fro and carried about by every wind of doctrine..."

This lesson examines the theological significance of the Fall in Genesis, arguing that the serpent's primary weapon was the introduction of doubt regarding the authority of God's Word. By questioning the command, Satan shifted the burden of proof from the believer to God, replacing settled confidence in divine truth with human judgment and pride. This analysis connects the ancient narrative to con...

Christians are called to contend for the faith while correcting opponents with gentleness. Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain why the gospel, biblical authority, and faithful worship must be defended. Learn to distinguish serious error from secondary disagreements and pursue discernment marked by courage, patience, and love for Christ and His church. For more fro...

While exploring SermonAudio's new article section, I discovered the Independent Baptist Institute and its extensive collection of ministry courses, doctrinal teaching, and biblical exposition\. We examine the institute's educational philosophy, explore its available resources, and sample a lecture on biblical interpretation\. An opportunity to discover, investigate, and think critically\. Explore...

God declares sinners righteous by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains the biblical doctrine of justification, the righteousness of Christ counted to believers, and the distinction between justification and sanctification. Working through Romans, Galatians, Ephesians, and James, Dave shows why good works are the fruit of saving faith and never the...

While Athens was known for its philosophy, Corinth was known for its immorality. But this is where Paul next brings the gospel of Christ. And it is in Paul's ministry at Corinth that this study observes God's faithful providence at work. Christians should find their faith strengthened at what this text displays about the Lord's providence.