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Paul learned to be content in abundance and in need through the strength Christ gave him. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins opens Philippians 4:11–13 in context and explains how believers can pursue wise change while trusting God with the outcome. From 1 Timothy 6:6–10 and Hebrews 13:5, he shows how gratitude and confidence in God's presence help us grow in biblical cont...

Eleven Days… Eleven Days That Became Thirty-Eight Years Taking God at His Word, Possessing His Promises, and Living by His Wisdom Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:2; Joshua 11:15; Numbers 32:1–23; Deuteronomy 4:6–9; 1 Peter 3:15 Message Summary This message emphasizes the devastating consequences of unbelief and the wonderful blessings of trusting, treasuring, and obeying God's Word. What should have been...

In Romans 8:28–29, Paul connects God's promise to work all things for the good of His people with His purpose to conform them to the image of His Son. Dave Jenkins opens this passage and 2 Corinthians 3:18 to explain how the Holy Spirit transforms believers as they pursue holiness in dependence on God's grace. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave considers how God uses His Word, th...

On Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins opens 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 to show how Christians can give thanks in all circumstances, even as they grieve. Paul's commands to rejoice, pray, and give thanks were given to believers who knew affliction. Dave explains how lament and thanksgiving fit together, how the cross gives us reason to trust God's providence, and how to practice gratitude while we wai...

The sermon explores the balance between unwavering spiritual conviction and interpersonal grace, using Daniel's refusal to defile himself in Babylon as the central example. It highlights how God grants favor to believers, enabling them to navigate hostile environments with composure and respect, even when facing potential consequences. The text emphasizes that true spiritual maturity is revealed n...

The sermon explores the call to remain faithful to Christ regardless of cost, drawing from Paul's charge to Timothy in 1 Timothy 6. It argues that a true confession of faith requires three key attributes modeled by Jesus before Pontius Pilate: courage to own one's identity in dangerous situations, wisdom to discern when silence is appropriate rather than retaliating, and trust in God's ultimate so...

In 11:35, the writer shifts his focus to the last active acts of faith that brought about deliverance. That is, as some, "Women received back their dead by resurrection". It is likely the writer is referring to the two resurrections of sons during the ministries of Elijah and Elisha. The first account, the resurrection of the widow of Zarephath's son,. shows us that God often delivers believers no...

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for the congregation to support spiritual leaders, drawing primarily from Leviticus 6 and 7 to illustrate how God provided for the priests through the offerings of the people. The message emphasizes that this provision is not about supporting God, who lacks nothing, but about honoring the labor of those who serve in the ministry of the Word. By connecting...

In Psalm 90:1-12, Moses sets the eternal, self-existent God, who has been the dwelling place of His people in every generation, beside the shortness of human life. Our years pass like grass that flourishes in the morning and withers by evening, so we are to hold our plans loosely, say "if the Lord wills," and keep our eyes on our Shepherd. The psalm also faces the reason life is short and hard: Go...

This sermon addresses the universal experience of discouragement, using the biblical account of Israel's journey from Mount Hor to illustrate how believers often lose their spiritual joy and song when facing hardship. The central message urges listeners to reject negative speech and self-pity, instead choosing to speak the Word of God and maintain strong courage regardless of circumstances. Drawin...

This sermon examines Luke 11, focusing on the disciples' request for Jesus to teach them how to pray and the subsequent instruction on the nature of persistent prayer. The teaching highlights the contrast between the disciples' initial self-centered joy in spiritual power and the need to recognize their dependence on God, emphasizing that prayer is a regular, everyday discipline rather than a resp...

This is lesson 6 in the "Life of Elisha" series. A great woman had her great faith tested. Her greatest joy became her greatest sorrow. She didn't have her faith shaken by her trial, she had her faith shaped by her trial. Her son died and lived again because his mum had faith in God. May God help us to see life from the dead as we trust in the God of resurrection power. May God also help us to ove...

"Take Possession Today!" Sharpening Our Faith, Treasuring His Word, and Walking in the Promises of God Primary Scriptures: Psalm 4:1–5; Deuteronomy 9:1–6; Deuteronomy 10:12–13; Proverbs 2:1–6 Message Summary The central message is that faith takes ownership today of what God has promised, even before we see its fulfillment. God calls His people to live by trusting His Word rather than depending up...

Dave Jenkins teaches from Psalm 119:49–50 and Proverbs 3:5–6 on trusting God's Word when life doesn't make sense. He explains how God's promises sustain us in affliction and how the death and resurrection of Christ give us confidence to bring our grief to the Lord, seek wise help, and obey what God has made clear. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/con...

This sermon introduces the Book of Job by examining the character and background of the titular figure in the opening verses. It establishes Job as a historical, blameless man who lived with integrity, feared God, and actively avoided evil, likely during the patriarchal era. The message highlights his immense wealth and family as blessings rather than indicators of moral superiority, while emphasi...

How Important Is It? How Important Is It To Hear Him? Why Is It So Essential? He is the Prophet. He is the Promise. He is the Priority. He is the Purpose. Hear Him! The Prophet, the Promise, and the God of All Grace Message Summary Primary Scriptures: Deuteronomy 18:18–22; Acts 3:22–26; Acts 4:23–33; 1 Peter 5:5–11 Central Truth: God has called us to hear His Son, trust His Word, and surrender our...

Jesus calls his people to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Christians can seek peace where possible, speak the truth in love, and refuse revenge. He also considers how forgiveness relates to trust, reconciliation, and wise boundaries. Our starting point is the mercy God showed us in Christ while we w...

The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life is characterized by a supernatural power that transcends natural ability, arguing that this generation requires visible testimony rather than intellectual argument. Drawing primarily from Hebrews 11 and Psalm 18, the message defines faith as a fierce, active trust that moves believers beyond their limitations and into the promises of God. It highlights...

This devotional explores the theme of divine encouragement during periods of ministry stagnation, using Paul's experience in Corinth as the primary scriptural foundation. The speaker emphasizes that when believers encounter opposition or feel they have hit a wall, God often redirects their service through new opportunities rather than allowing them to remain in a static or unfruitful situation. Th...

Justin Peters offers Todd Bentley an urgent appeal to repent and trust in Jesus Christ alone. Drawing on Hebrews 9:27 and Matthew 7:21–23, he warns against false assurance and addresses Bentley's teaching, claims of supernatural experiences, and public ministry. Justin explains why religious activity and restoration to ministry cannot replace genuine repentance and saving faith. He presents the go...

What are we searching for in life? What are we putting our time and energy into finding? Hear Pastor Brian as he gives us three things that we should be seeking that God will bless.

This sermon examines Psalm 70 as a model for urgent and honest prayer, highlighting David's desperate plea for immediate deliverance from his enemies. The central message argues that believers should approach God with raw honesty about their needs, trusting in His ability and character to act swiftly. The exposition identifies two key arguments for God's response: the demonstration of His justice...

In Psalm 31:1-24, King David pleads with God for rescue and expresses his trust in God's faithfulness. Rev. Bill Fennema preaches a prayer of trust, a prayer of sorrow, and a prayer of praise.

Mike Riccardi recaps the first two chapters of John's Gospel, tracing the glory of the Word made flesh, the signs of a new creation, and the difference between faith that seeks signs and faith that trusts in Christ. https://www.thegracelifepulpit.com/