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Pastor Brian's sermon explores the Parable of the Laborers in the Vineyard to illustrate that God's kingdom operates on grace rather than human merit. Brian explains how early believers often struggle with entitlement and jealousy when they perceive God as unfairly generous toward latecomers or those with less service history. By examining the landowner's right to distribute wages as he pleases, t...

In this section Paul is differentiating between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of Men. Humans do not naturally trust God, in fact, those who do trust God are in the stark minority. To a secular humanist trusting God is at best a concept and to most​, it is an absurdity. Paul starts the section by stressing the need for spiritual maturity but concludes the Corinthians have regressed into spiritua...

A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: 2 Samuel 20 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

The sermon examines Daniel chapter 3, focusing on the unwavering faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as they face a mortal threat from King Nebuchadnezzar. It highlights their refusal to commit idolatry despite the pressure to conform, emphasizing that their confidence stems from trusting God's promises rather than guaranteeing their own safety. The preacher contrasts the accusers' jealousy w...

Envy was once considered one of the seven deadly sins; yet, today, we treat it with casual resignation. We do this at great peril, since this dragon is as deadly as ever. Look around and you see it wreaking havoc on hearts and homes, churches and civilizations. Having seen the beautiful virtues of the wisdom from above in the last sermon, we return to this passage to see the hatefulness of this si...

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The sermon contrasts worldly wisdom, characterized by bitter jealousy and selfish ambition, with heavenly wisdom that originates from God. It identifies earthly and demonic sources for false wisdom, which leads to disorder and vile practices within the community. True wisdom is described through seven attributes: purity, peaceableness, gentleness, reasonableness, mercy, impartiality, and sincerity...

Three Purposes of Good Works 1. For God's praise 2. For our assurance 3. For other's salvation

The sermon explores the theological foundation of God's desire for a personal relationship with humanity, centered on the greatest commandment to love God with all one's heart, soul, and mind. It argues that God created humans in His image not merely to follow rules, but to engage in a voluntary, loving bond that requires free will, distinguishing true faith from robotic obedience or easy believis...

The sermon centers on the theological assertion that God desires a genuine, loving relationship with humanity rather than mere rule-following, grounded in the greatest commandment found in Matthew 22. It argues that because God created humans in His image and endowed them with free will, true love requires the voluntary choice to accept salvation through Jesus Christ, distinguishing this from a tr...

The sermon addresses the sin of jealousy by examining John the Baptist's response to his declining influence as Jesus' ministry grew. It highlights John's contentment in his role as the friend of the bridegroom, finding joy in the souls moving toward Christ rather than clinging to personal acclaim. The central theme emphasizes that all spiritual gifts and crowds belong to God, urging believers to...

This 44th sermon of Pastor Merson's series on Romans explores Romans Chapter 11 to affirm that God remains faithful to His covenant with Israel despite their current rejection of Jesus as Messiah. It refutes the notion that God has abandoned His people, arguing instead that their stumbling served a divine purpose by opening salvation to the Gentiles. Pastor Merson emphasizes that this inclusion of...

This sermon explores the variety of responses to Paul's preaching in Antioch of Pisidia. We have no control over how sinners will respond to our message. But Luke shows us that no response is beyond God's control. This study encourages us to trust God with how sinners respond to His Word.

In this sermon from John 4:31-42, Pastor Rockhill draws the church back to Jesus' conversation at Jacob's well, where a simple request that Jesus eat becomes an opportunity to teach the disciples about the heart of evangelism. His central burden is that doing the will of God is the true food that sustains the believer, just as it sustained Christ, who came to finish the work the Father sent Him to...

This Bible study examines the early church's growth through signs and wonders, highlighting the divine authentication of the apostles' message. It contrasts the genuine generosity of believers with the hypocrisy of Ananias and Sapphira, establishing a context of awe and reverence within the community. The narrative shifts to the religious leaders' jealousy and their failed attempt to silence the a...

Paul is showing the danger of compromise & not having convictions about where you go and what you do. Separation is a must.

A verse-by-verse study through the book of James. Pastor Brian continues his explanation about worldly wisdom and Godly wisdom and the differences in the two.

DAY 8 — LOVE IS NOT JEALOUS.Jealousy can quietly turn love into competition. Instead of rejoicing when someone else is blessed, jealousy begins comparing, competing, and asking, "Why them and not me?" The Bible warns that jealousy can become a destructive fire in the heart, damaging relationships and robbing us of contentment. Biblical love chooses a different way. Love celebrates instead of compe...

La Biblia dice que nosotros tenemos la mente de Cristo. ¿Pero cómo es posible que tengamos la mente de Cristo si no tenemos un corazón compasivo?

The sermon contrasts earthly wisdom, characterized by selfish ambition and disorder, with the pure and peaceable wisdom from above. It emphasizes that true biblical wisdom is demonstrated not through intellectual achievement but through humble conduct and gentleness. The preacher illustrates how jealousy leads to destructive behavior while godly wisdom fosters mercy, sincerity, and peacemaking. Us...

In "The Sons of God, Part 4," Pastor McNutt returns a fourth time to Romans 8:14, "For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God," asking again how a believer may know he is a child of God. Opening with the memory of a Sunday school teacher who wanted nothing but his good, he presses the far greater truth that God has placed the Holy Spirit Himself in every believer as the One who is in...

This Bible study examines the early church's radical generosity and unity as described in Acts, contrasting it with the severe judgment of Ananias and Sapphira for their hypocrisy. The apostles testified to the resurrection of Jesus Christ while believers shared resources voluntarily to meet each other's needs. The narrative shifts to the tragic consequences of envy and deceit when a couple attemp...

Are monitoring spirits taught in Scripture? In this episode of NAR to Christ, Dawn Hill examines popular deliverance teachings concerning monitoring spirits and compares those claims with the Word of God. She considers teachings from Ryan LeStrange and Tiffany Buckner, including claims that monitoring spirits work through people, jealousy, procrastination, relationships, and other circumstances. D...