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This sermon addresses the human tendency to blame external circumstances or other people for personal difficulties, arguing instead that the root cause of sin and unhappiness is the internal state of the heart. By citing examples such as the fall of Adam and Eve and the conduct of Paul and Silas in prison, the message contrasts self-reliant complaining with Christ-like endurance and joy. The centr...

Hebrews 4:16 "Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." King James Version

As easy as we have it in the United States there are Christians all over the world that are suffering for their faith. Many families are hurting today because of a loved one that's been apprehended and incarcerated, some even killed. As a whole, Christian persecution around the globe is on the increase. It's been reported that roughly 1 in 7 Christians worldwide are facing persecution. That number...

Romans 13:14 Psalm 119:11

Come and hear, all ye that fear God, and I will declare what he hath done for my soul. Sermon originally preached by Mr. Ernest Roe at Salem Strict Baptist Chapel, Portsmouth on Wednesday Evening 21st October, 1931. Read my Mr. C. G. Parsons.

This piece emphasizes the absolute necessity of spiritual regeneration for any work to be acceptable to God, arguing that without the new birth, even outwardly commendable actions remain defective and spiritually dead. It contrasts the external appearance of piety with the internal reality of an unregenerate heart, asserting that true faith is a vital act of the newborn soul rather than a product...

A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hebrews 10 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

Dawn Hill examines Alexander Pagani's apostolic claims, his "Apostles of the Year" recognition, and the reported closure of Amazing Church NYC. Comparing modern apostolic practices with 1 Corinthians 4 and 2 Corinthians 11, she calls Christians to test spiritual authority and prophetic claims by Scripture. This episode emphasizes faithful gospel ministry, accountability, and the church's foundatio...

Romans 12:19–21 calls Christians to refuse personal vengeance, trust God's perfect justice, and overcome evil with good. Dave Jenkins explains the difference between sinful retaliation and legitimate justice, addresses the place of boundaries and accountability, and offers practical help for resisting bitterness. Looking to Christ's example and saving work, this episode shows how the mercy we have...

Historic creeds continue to serve the church by summarizing biblical truth, strengthening unity, helping believers recognize false teaching, and passing sound doctrine to future generations. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins considers Ephesians 4:11–14 and 2 Timothy 2:2 to explain why creeds remain useful today. Their value rests in their faithfulness to Scripture. The B...

What does God say to the wicked man who would "take my covenant in thy mouth" (Psalm 50:16)? Read verse 17 and ask what that man has done with the words of God, and whether a man can hate the Word of God and still enter heaven. Then read John 1:14 and ask Who the Word is that he has cast behind him. "Seeing thou hatest instruction, and castest my words behind thee." (Psalm 50:17)

Bible Reading: Luke 18:1-8 This sermon emphasizes the absolute necessity of persistent prayer for the believer's spiritual survival, drawing primarily from Luke 18. The central argument is that prayer prevents fainting in faith and failing in personal witness, illustrated by the contrasting lives of Noah and Lot. The text highlights the parable of the persistent widow to demonstrate that God, unli...

This sermon explores the principles of prayer found in Luke 11, emphasizing that the Lord's Prayer serves as a model rather than a magical incantation. The instruction highlights six key attitudes for believers: praying reverently to acknowledge God's holiness, submissively to align with His will, daily to maintain spiritual dependence, humbly to confess sin, dependently to recognize human weaknes...

This sermon explores the theological paradox that spiritual meekness constitutes greater strength than physical might, drawing primarily from Proverbs 16:32. The central message argues that being slow to anger and ruling one's spirit is a more honorable and difficult conquest than taking a city, challenging the world's view that values physical power and youthful vitality. The exposition distingui...