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Splendor to Render — We Were Made and Born Again to Render His Splendor This message emphasizes that God has fashioned all things for His glory, and through Jesus Christ, believers have been redeemed and made new creatures to reflect His splendor in every aspect of life. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 8–11 and 15, the sermon challenges us to examine why we were created, who we belong to, how we are fu...

This sermon explores the believer's responsibility in an age of rapid technological and financial change, contrasting human knowledge with divine wisdom. Drawing from Daniel 12, the message highlights the prophetic call for the wise to shine like stars by turning others to righteousness. The central focus shifts to 1 Corinthians 1, where the preaching of the cross is presented as the ultimate powe...

They Came Home This message explores the true meaning of homecoming through three biblical scenes, revealing that coming home is more than returning to a familiar place or gathering with familiar people. True homecoming is about what God has done in us, what He is doing through us, and what He still desires to do with us. Each scene illustrates the redeeming grace, transforming power, and continui...

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...

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...

The sermon examines the life of Lot as a cautionary example of a righteous man who compromised his spiritual integrity by dwelling among the wicked. By tracing Lot's lineage from Ur to Sodom, the message highlights how exposure to worldly comforts and urban power structures led him to prioritize material security over divine separation. In contrast, Abraham is presented as a faithful pilgrim who r...

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 addresses parents and grandparents, urging them to prioritize the spiritual formation of their children and grandchildren by capturing their hearts through authentic faith and consistent testimony. Drawing primarily from Proverbs 23:26, the message argues that revival begins in the home rather than the church, challenging believers to move beyond mere religious instruction to a life of...

Bear With Me! In 2 Corinthians 11, Paul opened his heart to the church at Corinth, reminding them of his sincere love for them despite the hardships, criticism, and false teachers he faced. His desire was not to elevate himself, but to protect the church and help believers remain faithful to Christ and the simplicity of the Gospel. This message reminds us that the church is made up of real people...

This Bible Study examines the figure of Melchizedek in Genesis 14 as a prophetic type of Jesus Christ, highlighting his unique role as both King of Salem and Priest of the Most High God. The teaching contrasts the temporary, genealogy-based Levitical priesthood with the eternal, appointed priesthood of Christ, who is described in Psalm 110 and Hebrews as a priest forever after the order of Melchiz...

This sermon addresses the high rate of failure in Christian ministry and missionary work, arguing that perseverance is a work of God's grace rather than a natural human trait. It contrasts the biblical warnings against looking back and the historical examples of missionaries who faced betrayal, criticism, and hardship with the parable of the sower, emphasizing that deep roots in God's Word are ess...

(1) Israel Watch 10/21/26: As the 10/28 Israel Elections approach the Iran War "looms" and internal politics hog the headlines as the Leftists and Islamophiles seek to take Netanyahu down. We hear the testimony of a former South Sudanese slave of Israel being the lone nation to care about Christians suffering at the hands of Islamists. And we quote Dave Hunt regarding the majority of Catholics bei...

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 examines the practical wisdom found in Proverbs 6, focusing on the dangers of acting as a financial surety and the necessity of diligence. The speaker warns against the risks of co-signing loans for friends or family, emphasizing that such commitments often lead to financial ruin and relational strife if the other party is unreliable. He advises that if one chooses to help, they must d...

The sermon emphasizes the urgent need for spiritual readiness in light of the imminent return of Christ, using the military unpreparedness of General Rommel on D-Day as a cautionary illustration. It outlines three key aspects of the Second Coming: the certainty of His return, the close proximity of the event, and the necessity of active, holy living rather than passive waiting. The preacher argues...

(AI Generated Summary) This lesson introduces the doctrine of the Trinity as a foundational and essential tenet of biblical Christianity, distinguishing it from other religions and cults that deny the triune nature of God. It examines the tension between the Old Testament's strict monotheism and the New Testament's clear affirmations of the full deity of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. By citing...

This sermon examines the theological distinction between true salvation and false religion through the narrative of Cain and Abel in Genesis. The central argument posits that Cain's offering represents a human scheme based on effort and self-satisfaction, which runs counter to God's revealed mind of grace and blood sacrifice, whereas Abel's offering reflects obedience to divine provision. The teac...

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...

This sermon defines the gospel as the specific message of Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, emphasizing that it is the sole requirement for salvation and distinct from religious rituals or moralistic living. Pastor Friesen argues that because the gospel is of divine origin and received freely, it must be given freely without being tied to financial compensation or human effort. The message...

This sermon examines the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6 as a divine pattern for Christian prayer rather than a mere recitation. The message emphasizes approaching God with genuine reverence and recognizing His paternity, perfection, and sovereignty. It instructs believers to align their desires with God's will, trust in His daily provision, and seek both personal forgiveness and the forgiveness of oth...

This sermon addresses the internal struggle of believers who feel weighed down by life's burdens, using Psalm 42 as a framework for spiritual resilience. The speaker encourages the audience to identify their specific troubles, avoid medicating them with sin or secular solutions, and instead seek clarity through God's Word. By examining the questions of why one is cast down, what one is doing to ad...

This sermon examines the ministry, death, and resurrection of the two witnesses described in Revelation 11, emphasizing their divine empowerment and prophetic role during the first half of the tribulation. The teaching connects these figures to the imagery of olive trees and candlesticks in Zechariah 4, illustrating that their effectiveness relies entirely on the Holy Spirit rather than human effo...

This sermon examines Paul's argument in Romans 2:25-29 that external religious rituals, such as physical circumcision, hold no value without corresponding obedience to God's law. The teaching emphasizes that God views true identity not through ethnic heritage or outward signs, but through an inward transformation of the heart by the Holy Spirit. By contrasting the faith of Gentiles with the hypocr...