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In this message, Pastor J. Dale Massengale preaches on the Great White Throne Judgment described in Revelation 20:11–15. The sermon presents the final judgment of the unsaved dead, when every person whose name is not found written in the book of life will stand before God and be judged according to his works. Earthly position, wealth, influence, excuses, and religious profession will carry no weight before the righteous Judge. The message emphasizes the certainty, seriousness, and finality of this judgment. The dead, small and great, will stand before God; the books will be opened; every work will be brought into judgment; and death and hell will be cast into the lake of fire. This is identified as the second death. The sermon warns listeners not to depend upon good works, church membership, baptism, or personal morality for salvation. The only escape from the Great White Throne Judgment is to receive the Lord Jesus Christ and have one's name written in the book of life. Primary text: Revelation 20:11–15. "And whosoever was not found written in the book of life was cast into the lake of fire." — Revelation 20:15, KJV

This podcast episode provides an insider's look at the operational structure, theological distinctives, and ministry scope of Athol Baptist Church. The guys detail the extensive logistical planning required for Sunday services, emphasizing the collaborative effort behind the scenes to maintain a distraction-free worship environment. They clarify the church's independent Baptist philosophy, explaining how local autonomy differs from denominational hierarchy while outlining their supportive relationships with conventions like the Northwest Baptist Convention and the International Mission Board. The discussion also covers specific outreach initiatives, including legal advocacy, global missions, and local community support through programs like Ambassadors College and free counseling services. Ultimately, the conversation highlights the church's commitment to equipping believers, maintaining financial transparency, and fostering a strong, autonomous community grounded in biblical principles.

In Part 8 of "Calling Out Carnality," Keith Voyles preaches from James 4 about troubled fellowship caused by unchecked lust, envy, pride, and selfish ambition. He explains that outward wars begin with an inward war in the heart, and that carnal desires can divide homes and churches. The message calls believers to humble themselves, submit to God, resist pride, and depend upon the greater grace God gives to overcome the flesh. Primary text: James 4:1–10.

The sermon examines the encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus to demonstrate that religious credentials and moral effort are insufficient for salvation. It emphasizes that entrance into God's kingdom requires a supernatural regeneration initiated solely by the Holy Spirit, which no human can produce or earn. By referencing the bronze serpent in the wilderness, the message illustrates that eternal life is granted through faith in the lifted-up Son of Man rather than personal merit. The central argument asserts that salvation is entirely God's sovereign work, removing the burden of self-justification from the believer. Ultimately, the text calls listeners to abandon reliance on their own righteousness and look to Christ in faith for eternal life.

Patriarchy gets associated with everything that liberal Christianity and modern American culture hates about a biblically ordered home. Because of this, many Christians have abandoned the term patriarchy and replaced it with complementarianism. And the problem with this is that in practice, complementarianism often obscures the purpose of the home and the authority that God bestows on a husband and father. By focusing on "roles" it is used by many to turn the wife from her husband's helpmeet into a one-woman bureaucracy who operates on her own authority to carry out her own desires, provided they do not directly conflict with what her husband cares about. The husband goes from being a leader to a tie-breaker in extreme cases. Part of the reason for this is that many Christians find authority to be offensive. The idea that a husband should tell his wife what to do is shocking to many, but it is a biblical concept. Please join us as we discuss this issue that is so fundamental to the home.Thumbnail image by Mohamed_hassan on PixelbayProduction of Reformation Baptist Church of Youngsville, NCPermanent Hosts - Dan Horn, Charles Churchill and Joshua HornTechnical Director - Timothy KaiserTheme Music - Gabriel Hudelson

In Part 5 of "The Day That the Lord Hath Made," Pastor J. Dale Massengale continues preaching from Psalm 118 concerning God's appointed work through the Lord Jesus Christ. The message examines the prophetic declaration that the stone rejected by the builders became the head stone of the corner. Although Christ was rejected by men, He was chosen, established, and exalted by God as the only foundation of salvation. The sermon emphasizes that this work is entirely "the LORD'S doing" and is marvelous in the eyes of those who believe. Because God fulfilled His purpose through Christ, His people have reason to rejoice, worship, and place their complete confidence in Him. The message also confronts each listener with his relationship to Jesus Christ. The same cornerstone upon which believers securely rest becomes a stone of stumbling to those who refuse Him. Primary text: Psalm 118:22–24. Supporting passages: Isaiah 28:16; Matthew 21:42–44; Acts 4:10–12; Romans 9:32–33; 1 Peter 2:4–8.

In Part 5 of "Calling Out Carnality," Keith Voyles preaches from James 2:14–26 about the difference between professed faith and genuine saving faith. He explains that carnal people resist accountability for whether their faith is real. A person may know correct doctrine, speak religiously, and become emotional, yet still show no obedience, spiritual growth, or changed life. Works do not earn salvation, but they do reveal it. Genuine faith produces fruit, obedience, and transformation. Faith without works is empty and dead. Using the illustration of trusting a chair, Keith shows that belief is proven by action. Saying the chair will hold you means little until you sit down. In the same way, true faith in Christ is demonstrated through obedience. The message calls every listener to examine whether his faith is merely professed or truly possessed. Primary text: James 2:14–26. "Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone." — James 2:17, KJV

Today in our series on Basic Christian Doctrine we begin a new area of study discussing the works of God which are traditionally considered creation, providence, and redemption. Our catechism question is "What is the work of creation?" and we answer affirmatively that "The work of creation is God's making all things of nothing, by the word of His power, for Himself, in the space of six days, and all very good."