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The sermon explores the character of God through the book of Nahum, emphasizing that He knows every individual's identity and purpose while demonstrating patience, power, and protection. The speaker shares personal anecdotes about missionary work in Albania to illustrate the urgency of evangelism and the need for believers to remain focused amidst spiritual opposition. Key themes include resisting the distractions of the world, fighting the good fight of faith, and finishing one's Christian journey with integrity. The message encourages the audience to trust in God's promises during times of trouble and to actively participate in global missions. Ultimately, it calls for a steadfast commitment to Christ, urging listeners to stay focused on Jesus and complete their spiritual race faithfully.

Join us for Hope in Affliction, Part 1: Sanctified in the Spirit as we study 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12 and discover that God's will is our sanctification. In this session we'll see how a young church under persecution is urged to keep growing in a life that pleases God—empowered by the Holy Spirit who both enables and intensifies holiness. Together we'll explore the call to sexual purity and self-control in holiness and honor, the charge to excel still more in brotherly love, and the quiet, industrious life that gives a compelling witness to outsiders while we wait for the Lord's return. Come sit in and be encouraged that holiness and love are simply the normal Christian life.

Our culture tells us to trust our hearts, follow our feelings, and live our truth. Scripture gives Christians a better foundation. God created emotions as gifts, but emotions were never intended to function as our authority. In this episode of the Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins explains why feelings are real but not always reliable, why spiritual experiences must be tested by Scripture, and how Christians can submit their emotions to the unchanging truth of God's Word. Feelings change, but Jesus Christ and His Word remain unchanged. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Suffering is never easy, but it is not meaningless for the Christian. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how God uses trials to produce endurance, refine genuine faith, form godly character, deepen hope, and draw His people into greater dependence on Himself. Romans 5:3–5 teaches that suffering produces endurance, character, and hope. First Peter 1:6–7 reminds believers that trials test and refine faith like gold. God is at work even in painful seasons, shaping His people and strengthening their trust in Christ. Listen as we consider the biblical purpose of suffering and the steady hope believers have in the God who is near, faithful, and wise. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

The church continues to change. The seventh day, and Jewishness in general, is left behind by the Gentile church.

The sermon examines Paul's synagogue sermon in Acts 13 to demonstrate that salvation comes exclusively through faith in Jesus Christ rather than adherence to the Mosaic Law. By analyzing the historical context of Paul's missionary journey and his rhetorical strategy, the text highlights how the gospel fulfills Old Testament prophecy and offers justification to all who believe. The preacher contrasts the inability of the law to save with the transformative power of the good news regarding Christ's death and resurrection. This message serves as a warning against returning to legalism while offering assurance of freedom from sin and eternal condemnation to believers. Ultimately, the transcript urges listeners to rest in the finished work of Christ and respond to the gospel with repentance and trust.

Leaving the New Age involves more than rejecting false beliefs. New believers must learn to think, worship, build relationships, and live according to the Word of God. In this episode, Doreen Virtue explains why those coming out of New Age spirituality need biblical discipleship and active involvement in a faithful local church. She addresses spiritual warfare, lost friendships, church hurt, corporate worship, Christian fellowship, baptism, the Lord's Supper, and the importance of serving alongside other believers. Although online teaching can be helpful, it cannot replace belonging to the body of Christ. Christians need the biblical instruction, accountability, encouragement, fellowship, ordinances, and relationships God provides through the local church. For more biblical answers to your questions, visit Contending for the Word Q&A: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/