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A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: 2 Thessalonians 1 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 180 Preparing the Mind to Endure: Application Ephesians 6:10-14 #morningreflections #strength #wisdom #growth #struggle

When unexpected death occurs, it forces believers to confront the brevity of life and look to Scripture for a biblical response to tragedy. Rather than assuming sudden loss is a result of greater sin, Christians must use these moments to reflect on our need for Christ and trust entirely in the sovereignty of God. Finding comfort in grief involves mourning with those who hurt, avoiding cold cliches, and walking alongside them with genuine love. Ultimately, there is no wasted sorrow in the Christian life, as God uses even the deepest pain to conform His people to the image of His Son.

The sermon argues against the Reformed theological basis for infant baptism by examining the distinct institutional commands for circumcision and baptism. It asserts that while covenant theology provides continuity, the New Testament explicitly limits baptism to those who profess faith, contrasting this with the explicit divine command for infant circumcision in the Old Testament. The text highlights that key passages often cited for infant baptism lack express commands or clear examples of the practice. Furthermore, it emphasizes that the new covenant is characterized by personal knowledge of God and faith in Christ, rather than biological descent. Consequently, the author concludes that baptism should be administered solely to professing believers as a sign of their union with Christ.

Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 179 Preparing the Mind to Endure: Consistency Ephesians 6:10-14 #morningreflections #strength #wisdom #growth #struggle

Chapel | September 9th, 2026 | Joel Spencer | The Parable on the Consistent Practice of Prayer | Luke 18:1-8