Equipping You in Grace

In this Equipping You in Grace episode, Dave Jenkins explores Galatians 1:6–10 and shows that at the heart of the Reformation was the recovery of the one true gospel of Jesus Christ. Paul warned the Galatians that turning to a different gospel was deserting Christ Himself. Likewise, the Reformers stood against centuries of distortion and boldly proclaimed salvation by grace alone, through faith al...

In this Reformation Month episode, Dave Jenkins teaches on Soli Deo Gloria—Glory to God Alone. From the depths of Romans 11, Paul shows that all things are from God, through God, and to God. We are saved not for our fame, but for His eternal glory. Themes: • The glory of God as the goal of redemption • Humility and gratitude in light of divine grace • Living for God's glory in all areas of life To...

There is one Mediator between God and man, the Lord Jesus Christ. This episode of Equipping You in Grace, part of our Reformation Month, opens Scripture to show why salvation is found in Christ alone, how His once for all work secures our assurance, and how this truth shapes our worship and witness. Passages: 1 Timothy 2:5, John 14:6, Hebrews 7:23–28, Colossians 1:15–20, Acts 4:12 Series: Standing...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins continues the Reformation series, Standing Firm: Truths Worth Reforming For, by considering the doctrine of justification by faith alone. From Romans 3:21–28, we see the universal problem of sin, the gift of justification, the ground of justification in Christ's atoning work, the means of justification by faith alone, and the exclusion of boa...

In this episode, Dave Jenkins unpacks the great Reformation truth of Sola Gratia—Grace Alone. Salvation is not something we earn; it is the free gift of God. From our desperate condition apart from Christ, to God's rich mercy, to the reality that faith itself is a gift—this passage reminds us that every aspect of salvation is grace from beginning to end. Key Points • We are dead in sin, in need of...

In this episode, Dave Jenkins begins the October series Standing Firm: Truths Worth Reforming For by unpacking the foundation of the Reformation—Sola Scriptura, Scripture Alone. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:14–17, Dave explains why Scripture alone is God-breathed, sufficient for salvation, and fully adequate for life and godliness. He traces Martin Luther's stand at the Diet of Worms, the Reformers' r...

In this final episode of the Worldview Watch series on Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins answers real listener questions on how Christians can respond to cultural lies with both truth and grace. Topics include: • How to talk to friends who are deconstructing • What to do when your church softens on sin • Responding to Christians who use New Age terms • Engaging CRT conversations at work • Guard...

In this special episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins reflects on the life and legacy of Voddie Baucham, who went to be with the Lord on September 26, 2025. This is more than a remembrance. It is a call to faithfulness. Drawing from the examples of Voddie Baucham, John MacArthur, R.C. Sproul, and others, Dave shares how these men modeled conviction, courage, and love for Christ. He also...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins explains why holding the line with a biblical worldview is essential in our day. A biblical worldview means seeing all of life through the truth of God's Word, shaping how we understand God, humanity, morality, and purpose. But today's culture insists that truth is relative, identity is self-defined, and morality is fluid. These lies put pres...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins explores the tension between biblical discernment and cultural conformity. From Hebrews 5:14 and Romans 12:2, we see that discernment is not suspicion but maturity, shaped by God's Word and practiced daily. Dave unpacks the subtle ways conformity infiltrates the church, how biblical examples model non-conformity, and how Christians can stand...

In this episode, Dave Jenkins continues the September series Worldview Watch – Discerning the Lies Shaping Our Culture. We live in a world where emotions are often treated as more reliable than truth. But God calls us to order our feelings under His Word. In this episode, you'll learn: • What emotionalism really is and why it's dangerous • How it fuels a post-truth culture • The ways emotionalism...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins is joined by Doreen Virtue to discuss her new book Removing New Age from Your Home. Together, they walk through how Christians can identify and remove New Age influences from their homes, churches, and daily lives. Topics covered include: • Why removing New Age items is about honoring God, not legalism. • Common items in Christian homes that...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins warns against mystical language drifting into the church, explains why it appeals to believers, contrasts it with biblical spirituality, and offers practical ways to guard against deception. For more from Equipping You in Grace visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins addresses Critical Race Theory (CRT) and the gospel, asking: What does true justice look like biblically? He explains the origins of CRT, why its language appeals to Christians, and where it collides with Scripture. More importantly, Dave shows how the gospel provides the only lasting foundation for justice and reconciliation. 📖 Key Texts: D...

Progressive Christianity often promises freedom, inclusivity, and relevance—but beneath the surface, it undermines the authority of God's Word. In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins exposes how Progressive Christianity flows from deconstruction, redefines core doctrines, and empties biblical truth of its meaning. He contrasts this with the unshakable authority of Scripture and pr...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins begins a new series, Worldview Watch – Discerning the Lies Shaping Our Culture. Today's focus is on the growing movement of deconstruction — what it really means, why it's spreading so widely, and how Christians can respond biblically. Dave explains the difference between honest doubt and destructive deconstruction, the cultural and theologic...

In this special Q&A episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins answers listener questions on the sufficiency of Scripture, spiritual growth, doctrinal clarity, and how to stand firm in today's shifting church and culture. For more from Equipping You in Grace visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

Theology isn't just for seminary classrooms or academic study—it's for everyday life. In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins shows how doctrine shapes our desires, decisions, and direction. You'll learn: What theological reflection really means How to connect doctrine to daily life in the home, church, and workplace How sound theology anchors you in suffering and hardship The dang...

Doctrinal drift rarely happens overnight—it's subtle, slow, and almost imperceptible. Yet the Bible gives urgent warnings to guard the truth, stay anchored in Christ, and hold fast to sound doctrine. In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins continues the series Rooted and Built Up in Christ by examining: What doctrinal drift is and how it begins Biblical warnings against drifting aw...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins teaches on what it means to build your life on Christ through the ordinary means of grace—Bible reading, prayer, worship, and the local church. Jesus said the wise man builds his house on the rock (Matthew 7:24). These foundations aren't burdens but blessings. They are the God-given scaffolding for growth and endurance in the Christian life....

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins explains why Christians need more than emotional inspiration to thrive spiritually. Emotional highs fade, but sound theology roots us in Christ, equips us for trials, and fuels genuine worship. In this episode, you'll learn: What theology is (and isn't) Why emotion alone can't sustain faith How theology strengthens worship, wisdom, and stabil...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins continues the August series Rooted and Built Up in Christ by walking through seven core doctrines every Christian should understand—truths that steady the soul, shape our worldview, and guide our daily living. These doctrines are not just for the classroom—they are for real life. Topics Covered: • The Trinity – Knowing the God Who Saves • Jus...

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins walks through the glorious attributes of God that anchor the believer's soul in truth, stability, and hope. From His unchanging nature and sovereign rule to His holiness, faithfulness, and truthfulness—this episode helps listeners cultivate a deeper theology of God that shapes their worship, discipleship, and endurance in a shifting culture....

In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins begins a new series titled Rooted and Built Up in Christ by addressing the vital doctrine of the sufficiency of Scripture. He explains: • What the sufficiency of Scripture means • Why this doctrine is under attack • How it applies to every area of the Christian life—including worship, counseling, spiritual growth, and church life • What happe...

Over the past month, we've explored a vital series—Equipping the Mind and Heart: Biblical Truth for a Challenging Culture. In this final episode, Dave Jenkins responds to listener-submitted questions on the biblical worldview—what it is, why it matters, and how to live it out with confidence and clarity. Topics Covered: • What is a biblical worldview? • Creation, Fall, Redemption, Consummation • R...