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Jesus in Psalm 63 verse 2

This message was preached to those gathered at Sunnyhill Nursing Home in Tama, Iowa. We should pray when we are in great need and not despair.

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The results of the fall of man and the promise of Christ

Grab your Bible and join us from the Chatham Transition Ministries weekly study as we address the topic of Justification by faith. Today's topic answers the question "Can any human being by his own efforts merit or earn acceptance by God? No! The law demands perfect righteousness; no one can render it. Even our best deeds are stained by sin (Isa. 64:6), and God saves us not by works of righteousness we have done, but according to His mercy (Titus 3:5).

The sermon explores the distinction between natural affection and the supernatural love that originates from God, asserting that genuine love is the defining hallmark of those born of God. It emphasizes that this divine love is selfless and sacrificial, exemplified by Christ's death, and requires believers to love their enemies rather than seeking personal gain or comfort. The teaching contrasts the fleeting nature of carnal desire with the enduring nature of charity, which is the active expression of love. Furthermore, it explains that being in Christ grants believers an inheritance and freedom from the law of sin and death, positioning them as begotten sons who share in the eternal life of the Only Begotten Son. The message concludes by urging believers to recognize the manifestation of God's love through the Word and to live out this love through practical sacrifice and obedience.

Is expositional preaching the biblical standard for teaching God's Word? This sermon examines historical and New Testament examples, including Ezra, Jesus, and Paul, to demonstrate that true preaching involves reading, explaining, and applying scripture in context to reveal Christ. The message continues the theme from our AM sermon, contrasting this method with superficial inspirational talks, emphasizing that preachers must be diligent workmen who accurately handle the word of truth. It calls the congregation to value this rigorous approach, which leads to spiritual conviction, understanding, and a deep reliance on the gospel for salvation and daily living.

Today's reading October 14 - In just 15-20 minutes a day, you can listen to the entire Bible read through in a year, and/or watch the Bible verses on the screen. Each day, you will hear some of the New Testament, some of the Old Testament, and some of Psalms or Proverbs. You will read through Psalms and Proverbs twice in the year. Today's reading is 1 Chronicles 15-16; Ephesians 6; and Psalm 105. You can get through the entire Bible in a year listening to it on the way to and from work each day. The elderly with bad eyesight can now see the Bible verses in large print right on the screen. Little children, just learning how to read, can now read along by seeing and hearing each word pronounced. Imagine little children accomplishing something that many adults never do even once in their lifetimes--reading through the entire Bible. Get a free printed copy of the Bible Reading Schedule at LibertyGospelTracts.com. The Books are read in chronological order, which really helps you to understand the order that things happened. We offer free certificates at the end of the year, for those who read through the entire Bible. Just write to us to request one. May God bless you as you read through all that God has written for us.