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As you look at this wonderful Psalm I think it would be obvious to even the causal reader that we ,in fact do need God's Word. In fact, verse 7 tells us that the Law of the Lord is perfect and it restores the soul. Even without a broader definition of the word perfect or restore we can see that The Lord wants us to know that His word has tremendous benefits from those who read it. So, dive into th...

I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. (John 15:1-2) ~~~~~ Harvest Thanksgiving Evening Service Brixton Tabernacle, London ~~~~~ *1/ An end in view - fruit that brings glory to the father. 2/ The husbandman's use of means. 3/ The Fathers tr...

Are you struggling with discouragement and wondering how to cultivate a thankful heart in the midst of difficult circumstances? In this episode, Dr. Josh Philpot and Pastor Richard Caldwell open a Colossians 3 devotional to reveal that biblical thankfulness involves our volition and obedience. Giving thanks to God requires an accurate recognition of His immense goodness, beginning with our salvati...

Please forgive the brief silence mid-sermon & poor audio quality due to technical difficulties. VaultAI Summary: This sermon explores the biblical concept of true liberty, arguing that freedom is not the ability to do what one desires, but the power to obey God's law. Drawing from Psalm 119, the text distinguishes between the bondage of sin and the liberation found in Christ, who frees believers f...

Ecclesiastes 2:124-26

The devotional emphasizes that the primary source of joy for believers should be the salvation of lost souls rather than material gains or worldly successes. It contrasts the lukewarm response of some congregations to new converts with the biblical mandate found in Acts 15:3, where believers rejoiced greatly as non-Jewish people turned to God. The text highlights that true Christian joy is reveale...

An Answer for the Bite An Answer for the Serpent, the Thorn, the Fire, and the Sin Numbers 21; Numbers 32–33; Deuteronomy 28; 2 Corinthians 12 The message reminds us that God doesn't always remove the trouble, but He has graciously provided everything we need to trust Him and triumph through it. Throughout Israel's wilderness journey, the Lord was doing more than bringing His people out of Egypt a...

(AI Generated Summary) This study explores the historical theological concept of divine impassibility, defined as the belief that God is not affected by human feelings or circumstances in a way that changes His essential nature. The speaker examines early church fathers like Irenaeus and Origen, who argued against anthropomorphizing God, and contrasts this with biblical passages that describe God...

This instructional study examines the eschatological events described in Revelation chapters 19 and 20, focusing on the Second Coming of Christ, the defeat of the Antichrist, and the subsequent millennial reign. The speaker explains the symbolism of the marriage supper of the Lamb as a picture of the church's future union with Christ, while contrasting this joy with the final judgment of Satan and...

This sermon explores the true nature of praise as a comprehensive mindset rather than merely a musical activity, arguing that believers should respond to God's character with consistent adoration. The message emphasizes that praise is personal, requiring an individual relationship with God as King, and is continual, extending beyond Sunday services to every aspect of daily life. It highlights the...

This sermon explores the spiritual depth of Psalm 84, presenting it as a guide to authentic worship that engages both the heart and the soul. The exposition uses vivid imagery from the text, such as the swallow nesting under the altar and the valley of Baca, to illustrate how believers find protection and replenishment in God's presence amidst life's trials. It emphasises that true worship is not...

Listen-in to the conclusion of the book of Romans through today's This Day In The Word radio teaching broadcast, "The Glory and Wisdom War."

The joyful response to divers temptations.

This sermon examines the testimony of Jesus in John 5, where He presents multiple witnesses to His divine identity, including John the Baptist, His miracles, the Father, and the Scriptures. The central argument posits that the rejection of Jesus by religious leaders is not due to a lack of evidence, but rather a deliberate unwillingness to submit to Him. The preacher contrasts the temporary joy of...

This sermon argues that Christian worship should begin with the explicit words of Scripture, which serve as a divine summons rather than a casual invitation. It emphasizes that believers are commanded to gather before the living God, a reality made possible by the access granted through Jesus Christ as described in Hebrews. The discussion highlights that this assembly is not merely a social meetin...

This sermon explores the intrinsic link between trust and joy, centering on Psalm 33:21, which declares that the heart rejoices in God because of trust in His holy name. The text outlines five reasons for praise found in the Psalm: God's character, creation, counsel, control, and care, arguing that these attributes provide a secure foundation for faith. The preacher emphasizes that true joy is not...