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Christians are called to receive, defend, live, and pass on the faith once for all delivered to the saints. Concluding this church history series, Dave Jenkins considers Jude 3 and 2 Timothy 2:2 and explains how sound doctrine shapes worship, character, family life, the local church, and everyday obedience. Because Jesus Christ faithfully builds and sustains His church, believers can stand firm in...

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...

All the preaching conducted at Buchanan Street, Glasgow, on Friday 30 October 2026.

In a culture where spiritual apathy silently suffocates true faith, can a dormant church afford to wait for revival to just happen? On New Year's Day, 1816, NYC pastor Gardiner Spring issued a fiery, unyielding wake-up call to a comfortable generation, proclaiming that God's people cannot remain passive while vital religion languishes. Drawing from King Hezekiah's urgent cleansing of the Jerusalem...

But let us, who are of the day, be sober, putting on the breastplate of faith and love; and for an helmet, the hope of salvation.

The church endures because its Savior is faithful. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins reflects on Isaiah 40:8 and Matthew 16:18 to explain why Christians can stand firm in every generation. Concluding this month's church history focus, Dave highlights God's unchanging Word, Christ's promise to build His church, and our responsibility to pass the same gospel to those who f...

In Romans 1:24–25, Paul describes God's righteous judgment in giving sinners over to their chosen rebellion. Dave Jenkins explains how sinful desires, bodily dishonor, and the exchange of truth for lies flow from worshiping creation instead of the Creator. This message calls believers to examine their hearts, honor God with their bodies, and answer temptation with Scripture. It also proclaims the...

The sermon explores the concept of biblical mindfulness through the lens of Paul's desire to know Christ more deeply, arguing that spiritual maturity requires consistent adherence to foundational truths rather than a pursuit of novelty. It emphasizes that the same grace, Scripture, and spiritual disciplines that initiated the Christian life are necessary for its continuation, warning against the d...

Isaiah 46:10 Rev 4:11 1 Corinthians 10:31 Eph 1:11 Psalms 115:3 Daniel 4:35 Job 42:2

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...

This sermon emphasizes the Christian mandate to maintain a consistent attitude of joy and gratitude, regardless of external circumstances. It argues that rejoicing is a deliberate choice rooted in the assurance of salvation, the forgiveness of sins, and the answered prayers of God. By citing the apostle Paul's example of contentment in imprisonment and the Beatitudes, the message encourages believ...

VaultAI Summary: This sermon introduces the book of Proverbs as a source of divine wisdom necessary for navigating daily life with skill and reverence. It argues that true religion is not merely theoretical but practical, requiring believers to apply scriptural principles to their conduct, relationships, and household management. The preacher identifies Jesus Christ as the ultimate wisdom of God,...

This sermon explores the spiritual discipline of waiting silently for God, drawing from Psalm 62 and the historical context of David's flight from his son Absalom. The central message encourages believers to prioritize God as the sole object of their desire and trust, rather than placing hope in transient worldly possessions or achievements. By referencing the concept of *Coram Deo* and the majest...

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...

Don't take the first pastoral call that comes along. Don't wait for a perfect one, either. Somewhere between paralysis and presumption is a faithful way to decide, and most men facing a call have no map for finding it. In part two of our series on the pastoral call, Dr. Paul Ipema explains how an internal desire and an external open door work together, why an inquiry deserves more than a polite "n...

In the absence of established authority, society inevitably descends into chaos, as illustrated by the biblical condition of Israel lacking a king, where 'everyone did what was right in their own eyes.' The sermon emphasizes that stable families, grounded in biblical principles, are the foundation of a healthy nation, with clear roles and boundaries fostering both discipline and freedom. Without p...

The sermon examines the account of the Gerasene demoniac in Mark 5 to illustrate the stark contrast between the tormenting rule of darkness and the liberating authority of Jesus Christ. It argues that the increasing prevalence of occultism and moral chaos in contemporary society is a direct result of neglecting the biblical reality of spiritual warfare. The text highlights how demonic influence ma...

In this episode, we venture into the heart of the 18th-century transatlantic awakenings to examine the fierce theological battles surrounding the revivals at Cambuslang and Kilsyth, as captured in William McCulloch's personal Examinations and James Robe's landmark Narrative. We trace how these extraordinary Scottish outpourings sparked intense opposition from the Associate Presbytery (the Seceders...

Christians pursue holiness because they belong to Jesus Christ. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins examines 1 Peter 1:13–16 and explains how God's holy character shapes the believer's conduct. Learn the relationship between justification and sanctification, why holiness differs from legalism and outward respectability, and how saving grace produces obedience. Dave offers practic...