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Christians should learn from the church's history while remaining governed by God's Word. Dave Jenkins explains the final authority of Scripture, the meaning of sola Scriptura, and the proper use of creeds and confessions. Drawing from 2 Timothy 3:16–17, Acts 17:11, and Jude 3, this episode shows how church history can expose blind spots, help believers recognize recurring errors, and deepen grati...

Remaining faithful to Christ can cost us approval, comfort, friendships, and opportunities. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain biblical courage and a conscience governed by Scripture. Working through Acts 5:29, Proverbs 29:25, and other passages, Dave considers the fear of man, the pressure to compromise, and the differ...

How does a young couple build a healthy marriage, homeschool their children, run a landscaping business, and raise a godly family with their hands so full? Today on Fastened Like Nails, Richard and Amber Lang share their story and the lessons they've learned along the way. Drawing from personal experience and testimonies, they offer insight into what it takes to shape a family that follows the Lor...

When individuals commit to a serious and consistent prayer life, they may encounter spiritual opposition, distraction, and even persecution, as illustrated by Paul and Silas, who were imprisoned after casting out a demon. Despite their suffering, their deep devotion to prayer and worship in the midst of adversity led to a powerful, earth-shaking miracle that liberated both themselves and others. T...

James 2:14-26 confronts the difference between faith alone and faith in action.

Having enjoyed the Lord's Supper, we must go on from here living for Christ. When death comes, it will be heaven and therefore gain. Meanwhile, there are two possibilities – to go to the joy of heaven or to labour on here for the good of men and women. God leaves us here to labour on as real Christians serving our fellowman.

In this episode of the Grace Auburn Church Podcast, Lee sits down with Elder John Wood to hear his story and learn more about his heart for serving the church. John shares how the Lord has worked through seasons of loss, spiritual growth, and community to shape his faith and his family's journey to Grace Auburn. Together, they discuss the importance of biblical leadership, the church's commitment...

Big Idea: • Since there was doctrinal corruption in the Roman Catholic Church that undermined the gospel, the Protestant Reformation was necessary, and from that emerged the 5 Solas, which articulate principals that are foundational to the doctrine of salvation. How We See this: • The Problem that Made Reformation Necessary • The Answer the Reformers Gave (5 Solas): o By Grace Alone o In Christ Al...

This sermon examines the characteristics of those who reject false teaching, focusing on the necessity of remaining steadfast and holding to the foundation of God. It identifies the specific heresy of Hymenaeus and Philetus, who taught that the resurrection had already occurred, thereby undermining the faith of believers and confusing the church regarding eschatology. The message contrasts the des...

What is the main thing for Christians to keep in focus? The Lord our God is one, and we are to love Him with all our heart, soul, and strength. We must do it, and we must teach it to one another.

A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hebrews 12 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

How should Christians answer difficult questions about the Bible and the Christian faith? Dave Jenkins explains how to respond with biblical conviction, careful listening, gentleness, and respect. Addressing suffering, biblical reliability, salvation through Christ alone, sexuality, church hypocrisy, and judgment, he offers practical guidance for defending the faith while keeping Christ and the go...

Church history helps Christians gain perspective, recognize recurring theological errors, and persevere in biblical faithfulness. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins draws together lessons from previous generations to encourage believers to stand firmly on Scripture. Discover how the victories and failures of earlier Christians sharpen discernment, why Christ's faithfulnes...

Justin Peters examines Philip Anthony Mitchell's report of a teenage girl being healed of deafness at the ACCESS gathering in Texas. He discusses the importance of verifying healing claims, reviews examples from faith-healing ministries, and compares those claims with the apostolic miracles recorded in Acts 3–4. While affirming that God can sovereignly heal today, Justin distinguishes that convict...

Jesus Christ is the Rock of our salvation. He is always just a prayer away. Listen as we draw out of Psalm 61 the times when we need to get to the Rock.

This sermon explores Psalm 130 as a depiction of the believer's struggle with internal sin and despair, contrasting it with the external trials found in other Psalms. The message emphasizes that the Christian life is characterized by a continuous cry for mercy, acknowledging that no one can stand before God if He marks iniquities, yet finding confidence in His forgiveness. The preacher highlights...

The grace of faith, by which the elect is enabled to believe for the saving of their soul, is the work of the Spirit of Christ in their hearts and is ordinarily produced through the ministry of the Word

(AI Generated Summary) This sermon traces the theological development of God's people from the era of the Judges through the Davidic monarchy, highlighting the persistent failure of human leadership and the necessity of divine intervention. It argues that the request for a king represented a rejection of God's sovereign rule in favor of physical security, a pattern that continued with Saul's disob...

Why should we trust God's wisdom with the decisions of our lives? In Proverbs 8:12–36, Solomon personifies wisdom as a woman presenting her qualifications, revealing why she deserves our attention, trust, and obedience. Wisdom offers prudence, knowledge, sound counsel, understanding, and strength to navigate life's decisions. She teaches us to hate what God hates, seek godly counsel, lead with rig...

Christians don't need to stay afraid of stepping out for fear of failure because Christ the Good Shepherd is always with them. Don't Be Afraid to Keep Stepping Out in Faith Because Jesus is Always Walking with You.