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This sermon explores the narrative of Paul's shipwreck in Acts 27, highlighting how the apostle's unwavering trust in God's promises provided courage to a crew that had abandoned all hope. The central message emphasizes that believers are called to cling to God's character and Word during times of distress, even when circumstances appear contradictory or frightening. Paul's example demonstrates th...

FIVE WOMEN WITH NO MAN![But They Still Got Their Inheritance!] Numbers 27:1–7 KJV From Numbers 27:1–7, this message examines the remarkable faith of Zelophehad (zeh-LOF-eh-had)'s five daughters. With no son in their family to receive their father's portion, they refused simply to walk away. They stood before Moses and asked for their inheritance, Moses brought their cause before the Lord, and God...

The sermon establishes that faith is a divine gift essential for salvation, citing Ephesians to emphasize that it is not of human origin but a provision from God. It explores the practical application of this gift through examples of overcoming personal weaknesses, such as fear and social anxiety, to serve the church and witness to others. The central exposition focuses on Hebrews 11, illustrating...

This sermon examines the request of Israel's elders for a human king in 1 Samuel 8, identifying the core issue not as leadership instability but as a rejection of God's direct rule. The preacher argues that the elders used legitimate grievances as excuses to pursue a desire to be like the surrounding nations, exchanging the difficult security of faith for the apparent security of visible, worldly...

This sermon explores Psalm 56, highlighting David's experience of fear and persecution as he navigates a difficult season of life. The central message emphasizes that while believers may face real problems and anxiety, they are called to respond with faith and genuine praise rather than despair. The text underscores the theological truth that God is intimately aware of every step and tear, offerin...

This sermon examines Daniel 11:20-45, tracing the historical rise and fall of Antiochus IV Epiphanes and his conflict with the Ptolemaic kingdom of Egypt. The teaching highlights the fulfillment of prophecy through historical records, specifically citing Josephus and the Maccabees, to demonstrate that God sovereignly governs the rise and fall of world powers according to His appointed time. It con...

The God who begins the work of salvation will bring it to completion. Dave Jenkins reflects on God's faithfulness in saving, sustaining, sanctifying, and ultimately glorifying his people. Drawing on Philippians 1:6 and Lamentations 3:22–23, he encourages believers to trust God's promises and look to him through every season of life. For more episodes of Contending for the Word Q&A, visit https://s...

Lieutenant Colonel Phill Cochran spent more than two decades flying the F-16 Fighting Falcon. He flew operational missions from Misawa Air Base, Japan in the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses. Later he trained the next generation of fighter pilots between 1990 and 2013 at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona and Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma. His career took him around the world, including Singapore, Afr...

This sermon explores Psalm 20 as a model for maintaining faith and confidence during times of distress. It highlights the significance of the title 'God of Jacob,' drawing a parallel to Jacob's prayer in Genesis 32 to demonstrate that God hears and answers in moments of crisis. The exposition emphasizes trusting in the name of the Lord, which represents His character and points prophetically to Je...

The sermon explores the narrative of David and Uriah the Hittite through a hypothetical lens, asking what would have happened if Uriah had opened the letter containing his death warrant. This thought experiment serves as a warning to men of God about the dangers of moral compromise, illustrating how a leader's sin can betray the trust of their followers and endanger the entire congregation. The me...

This sermon explores the comprehensive sovereignty of God as revealed in Psalm 33, emphasizing His role as Creator, Sustainer, and Judge. The message highlights the beauty of worshiping God with excellence and joy, rooted in the truth that His word is right and His works are done in truth. It addresses the believer's comfort in knowing that God frustrates the plans of godless nations and maintains...

Item 1: Injustice Brought Before God (Habakkuk 1: 1-4) Item 2: God's Answers (Habakkuk 1: 5-17) Item 3: Wait on God (Habakkuk 2: 1-5) Item 4: Hear God's Verdict (Habakkuk 2: 6-20) Item 5: Pray for Mercy and Remember God's Power (Habakkuk 3: 1-15) Item 6: Rejoice in the Lord (Habakkuk 3: 16-19) This sermon explores the book of Habakkuk as a journey from questioning injustice to finding joy in God's...

In "The Highest Height of Christian Experience," Pastor Robert McNutt continues his exposition of Romans 8, arriving at verse 16: "The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God." Having shown that those led by the Spirit are sons (v. 14) and that believers have received the Spirit of adoption rather than slavery (v. 15), he presents verse 16 as the ultimate step in t...

God severely reproves wicked king A-haz-iah by showing him Who truly has all Power, Authority and Might. This is the Forty Seventh Sermon in the series The Kingdom Divided; an exposition on First Book of the Kings.

This sermon explores the theme of Christ's solitude during his arrest, highlighting the stark contrast between the disciples' abandonment and the Savior's steadfast determination to proceed to Calvary. The message examines Peter's denial as a consequence of spiritual distance and worldly association, yet emphasizes that genuine repentance leads to forgiveness and restoration, as seen in Peter's la...

There is no doubt Jesus is going to return, even though he promised his return some 2000 years ago. God's promises may be old, but all his promises are true, and he will bless us when those promises are fulfilled. All we need to do is continue to trust him, look to him, and follow him. A simple process, but Satan and our human nature wants to look at everything we should not look at. Be faithful t...

God gives righteousness to those who trust His Word, particularly the message of Christ and the cross. Our works are not able to create the right standing we need before God—only His grace to penitent believers can do that.

(AI Generated Summary) The sermon explores the theological necessity of being born again to perceive the Kingdom of God, defining the human heart as the seat of mind, desire, and volition. It argues that while all people inherently seek deep happiness, only the gospel provides the satisfaction that worldly pursuits cannot fulfill. The message traces the logical progression of salvation from hearin...

Should we consider spiritual detachment from worldly comforts and distractions, as a means to serve God? Are believers called to immediate obedience rather than delay? Can we admit we tend to believe security is found in material or emotional safety nets, rather than in risky and unpredictable episodes related to serving God? Please listen to "TRAVEL LIGHT" by Pastor Jamie to find where true secur...

What can we hold onto when everything around us seems uncertain? This week, Pastor Byron York concludes our First Things First series with a message from Haggai 2 titled, "Unshakable Kingdom." Haggai reminds us that while earthly kingdoms and circumstances can be shaken, God's power, promises, and purposes cannot be defeated. He is sovereign over all things, and His promises remain secure. Through...

This sermon explores Psalm 59 as a model for responding to persecution and spiritual warfare, emphasizing that while believers face unjust hostility, God remains their sovereign refuge. The central message is that faith does not eliminate trouble but reorients the believer's focus from their enemies to God's power and covenant faithfulness, known as hesed. The text instructs Christians to pray for...

This sermon examines Jesus' prophecy of the temple's destruction in Luke 21, emphasizing that God's judgment targets religious systems that prioritize external grandeur over genuine love for God and neighbor. The message highlights the shock of this judgment to the original audience, who viewed the temple as the center of their faith, and draws a parallel to modern believers who may mistake religi...

The sermon explores the narrative of the four lepers in 2 Kings 7 to illustrate the necessity of active faith over passive waiting. It contrasts the paralyzing fear of the lepers with the divine provision that follows their decision to step into the unknown, emphasizing that God uses imperfect and outcast individuals to fulfill His purposes. The message addresses the common Christian struggle of a...

What happens when faith encounters silence, discouragement, and an answer that challenges our expectations? In Matthew 15:21–28, a Canaanite mother approaches Israel's Messiah, pleading for her daughter's deliverance. Her response reveals a faith Jesus calls great. Pastor Brandon Holthaus examines four barriers—silence, discouragement, priority, and entitlement—and what they reveal about our trust...

This sermon introduces a new series titled Rock Solid, focusing on the opening verses of 1 Peter to encourage believers facing hardship and persecution. The message emphasizes that Christian identity is defined by salvation rather than circumstances, reminding the audience that they are elect, sanctified, and kept by God's power. It highlights the concept of a living hope rooted in the resurrectio...