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The sermon explores the theological foundation of Christian conduct by examining the intervening mercy and grace of God in salvation. It emphasizes that believers were once in spiritual darkness and sin but were saved not by their own deeds, but through the sovereign action of the Trinity. The message highlights the roles of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in providing eternal salvation, regenera...

The sermon examines Paul's argument in Romans chapter two, which systematically dismantles the religious privileges of the Jewish people to demonstrate that no one is exempt from sin. It identifies five specific areas where the Jewish believer placed their hope: their name, trust in the law, boasting in serving the true God, their scriptural knowledge, and their confidence as spiritual guides. The...

This sermon explores the doctrine of sola gratia, or grace alone, as a foundational pillar of the Christian faith and a key principle of the Reformation. It argues that true understanding of God's grace requires a prior recognition of the depth of human sinfulness, which is revealed through Scripture as a state of total depravity and bondage. The message contrasts the condemnation brought by Adam...

Christ has set you free from trying to earn God's acceptance through your own obedience. Your justification rests completely on His finished work, and adding your own works as a requirement for salvation undermines the grace of the gospel. Yet this freedom is not permission to live however you please—it frees you to obey God willingly out of love and gratitude. Stand firmly in that grace, keeping...

This lesson is part of an ongoing verse by verse study through the Epistle of Romans. It was taught in the adult Bible class of Grace Baptist of Ruston Louisiana.

Scripture Reading NT John 8 Text: Galatians 3: 6-9

The sermon examines Genesis 20 to explore the nature of repeated sin, identifying fear of man and self-justification as primary drivers for believers who struggle with habitual transgressions. While Abraham's deception is highlighted, the text emphasizes Abimelech's innocence, defined by an integrity of heart and clean hands, which contrasts with the deceitfulness of the human heart. The narrative...

The sermon explores the theological contrast between Adam and Jesus Christ, showing how one man's disobedience brought sin and death into the world, while the other's obedience brought justification and life. By anchoring the message in Romans 5, the speaker emphasises that the gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation, accessible only through faith rather than works. The text highlights...

This sermon expounds on Isaiah 53 as the foundational gospel text for the Lord's Supper, presenting the Suffering Servant as the divine deliverer who came in humility to secure eternal salvation. The message is structured around three key actions of Christ: He came to deliver believers from their spiritual condition, He paid the penalty for their sins through substitutionary atonement, and He secu...

This sermon emphasizes the absolute centrality of the cross of Christ to true Christianity, arguing that it is the sole basis for salvation and the primary focus of apostolic preaching. Drawing from Galatians 6:14, the message explains that Paul gloried only in the cross because it accomplished the redemption of sinners, a theme echoed throughout the Gospels, Acts, and the Epistles. The text highl...

Ephesians 2:8-10 is expounded as Paul's definitive statement on the nature of saving grace: that salvation is entirely the gift of God, received through faith, excluding all human boasting, and issuing in a life of good works prepared by God beforehand. The sermon works through the whole of Ephesians 2 as context before focusing on the doctrines of grace, the instrument of faith, and the purpose o...

Taking an in depth look at the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church

This episode defines a Christian not by external markers such as doctrine, baptism, or moral behavior, but by the fundamental reality of belonging to Jesus Christ. It argues that true conversion involves the Holy Spirit effectually applying Christ's redemption to spiritually dead sinners, resulting in a new union with Him. The episode emphasizes that salvation is entirely by grace through faith, d...

The Reformation's central concerns remain vital for the church today. In this episode of The Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins examines biblical authority, the sufficiency of Scripture, and justification by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Learn how competing authorities and spiritual experiences can contribute to doctrinal drift, why every teaching must be tested by God's Word, and how C...

Is God ever angry with Christians when they continue to struggle with sin? In this episode, Pastor Richard Caldwell addresses the heavy weight of a guilty conscience by examining the vital difference between God's judicial wrath and His fatherly discipline. While the wrath our sins deserve was fully poured out on Jesus Christ, securing our justification by faith alone, God still administers discip...

In Romans 1:17, Paul explains that the gospel reveals the righteousness of God, received by faith in Jesus Christ. Dave Jenkins examines justification by faith alone, Christ's imputed righteousness, and the Old Testament foundation of Paul's teaching. This sermon shows why Christian assurance rests on Christ's perfect righteousness and how believers continue living by faith through suffering, temp...

This Presentation explores the life and ministry of John and Charles Wesley, highlighting their pivotal role in the 18th-century evangelical awakening in England. It details their journey from the Holy Club at Oxford to their transformative open-air preaching, emphasizing their theological commitment to justification by faith and entire sanctification. The narrative contrasts the spiritual and soc...

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-30-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...