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This episode examines Chapter 4, Paragraph 2 of the Westminster Confession of Faith, focusing on the creation of man in the image of God. It argues that objective reality, such as the distinction between male and female, is grounded in revelation rather than subjective feelings, countering modern cultural trends that deny this natural order. The discussion highlights the original state of man, whi...

In this chapter I will show that N.T.Wright distorts God's judgment, and then uses that distortion to forge what I call his chain. As I noted earlier, I am not speaking of a literal chain, but the argument Wright uses radically to change the biblical doctrine of Christ‟s ministry, his death, and the life of believers in this present age. But I will do more than show how Wright does this – my purpo...

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...

The devotional centers on the transformative freedom found in Christ, emphasizing that true liberty comes through surrendering to God's truth and rejecting the enslaving power of sin. Drawing from John 8:32 and 34, it underscores that while sin binds, Jesus offers complete freedom, but only when His Word takes root in the heart. The message highlights the critical need for Scripture to have a plac...

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 study examines Revelation 10 as a prophetic interlude that parallels the commissioning of Ezekiel, emphasizing the internalization of God's word through the imagery of eating a little scroll. The discussion explores the identity of the strong angel, likely a Christophany, and the significance of the rainbow as a sign of covenant faithfulness amidst impending judgment. It addresses the theolog...

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...

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...

This sermon explores the theological foundations of the Reformation through the lens of John Hus's hymn, "To Avert from Men God's Wrath," contrasting the true gospel of Christ's atonement with the false doctrines of the medieval church. The central message emphasizes that humanity's peril is God's wrath, which is averted only by the sacrificial death of Jesus, rejecting the notion of merit-based s...

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...

The sermon explores the Baptist perspective on the Reformation through the lens of C.H. Spurgeon, emphasizing that while reformers like Martin Luther and John Calvin were flawed men, they were faithful servants of God who upheld the truth of Scripture. The speaker argues that Baptists should honor the doctrinal truths preserved by the reformers, such as justification by faith, while rejecting thei...

The sermon centers on the vital practice of testing new teachings against the foundational truths of Christ's words and the broader Scripture, emphasizing that genuine faith requires discernment rooted in Scripture. Drawing from Acts and the example of the Bereans, it highlights that authentic believers diligently examine teachings by asking whether they align with Christ's message and whether the...

Look to Crosstalk each Friday when you want to get caught up on news items where they're presented and discussed from a Christian perspective. Here are some highlights from this week's program: --Israel faces a political stalemate following Tuesday's national elections, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing coalition falling short of a parliamentary majority despite his party emergin...

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...

This sermon explores the spiritual armor described in Ephesians 6, emphasizing that believers are called to stand firm against demonic forces rather than run from them. The teaching distinguishes between God's loving conviction and Satan's hateful accusations, urging Christians to rely on the positional truths of truth, righteousness, and peace. It further instructs believers to actively take up t...

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...

And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth. And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go. Then many of the Jews which came to Mary, and had seen the things which Jesus did, believed on him. (John 11:43-45) ~~~~~ Afternoon Harvest Thanksgiving Ser...

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...