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James is the Christian "quick-start guide," and James 5:12 brings the believer back to integrity—does your everyday life, especially your speech, provide evidence that your professed faith is real? The sermon presents the book of James as a practical quick start guide for living out Christian faith in everyday life. It emphasizes the necessity of spiritual stability through foundational doctrines to resist false teachings and manipulation by the world. A central focus is placed on personal integrity, particularly regarding speech, urging believers to let their yes be yes without relying on oaths or loopholes. The preacher warns that words reveal the heart and will serve as evidence at the final judgment, challenging listeners to examine their lives for genuine fruit. Ultimately, the message calls for patient endurance, honest conduct, and a commitment to truth as evidence of a transformed life in Christ. How can I know if I'm really saved? What does James mean by "let your yes be yes and your no be no"? Is it a sin for a Christian to swear an oath? What does the Bible say about lying? Can a Christian keep living in sin and still be saved? What does "above all things, swear not" mean in James 5:12? How should a Christian's life be different after salvation? Does James teach that works are necessary for salvation? What is the difference between faith and works in James? What does the Bible say about Christians using profanity or swearing? Why does God care so much about the words we speak? Will Christians be judged for every word they say? What does "fall into condemnation" mean in James 5:12? Can you be saved and not show any fruit?

The sermon explores Daniel's unwavering faithfulness to God amidst the pressures of a hostile, pagan culture in Babylon. It highlights how Daniel's distinct character and spiritual discipline made him prominent yet subject to jealous opposition from political rivals. The central focus is on Daniel's consistent practice of prayer, demonstrating that true Christian influence stems from an internal relationship with God rather than external conformity. Despite facing a death sentence for violating a royal decree, Daniel remained courageous and devoted to his spiritual disciplines without hesitation. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to maintain their convictions and reliance on God's sovereignty, trusting that faithfulness leads to His glory and deliverance.

A look at the 10 commandments as repeated in the New Testament. The 4th commandment is not there, but neither is it abrogated. What says the Spirit?

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The sermon emphasizes the urgent necessity of personal and corporate holiness as the prerequisite for genuine revival and the rapture. Drawing primarily from Isaiah 64, the speaker contrasts modern superficial Christianity with the profound awe, brokenness, and weeping exhibited by biblical prophets like Isaiah and Jeremiah. The text argues that true spiritual power comes not from emotional manipulation or entertainment but from a deep reverence for God's holiness and submission to His will. It critiques contemporary evangelism for focusing on forgiveness without transformation and calls for a return to fasting, prayer, and sincere repentance. Ultimately, the message asserts that only through the consuming fire of the Holy Spirit can the church be purified and effectively witness to a lost world.

(1) Israel Watch 8/19/26: The Iran Ceasefire Ends, Israel expands her defensive war back into Syria, Turkey (Togarmah) injects itself, the Democrat Marxist Death Cult continues nominated anti-Israel, antisemites for the November Election even as the "Far Reich" on the right opposes Israel (video clip of P.M. Netanyahu)... We discuss the Mecca Defense Pact and why this does NOT negate the Gog Magog War (Offensive) prophecy. And we discuss the Bikers Across America rally in Dearborn, MI. While we do not endorse Jake Lang (who is anti-Israel), we do give credit where due regarding some of his remarks at the Dearborn City Council meeting Tuesday (the 18th). (2) All Actors Go To Heaven? We discuss the latest example of the Anti-Biblical practice of so many professing believers claiming that actors who gave no profession of faith and whose lives demonstrated a complete rejection of Biblical truth and morality somehow "Rest In Peace" and are "in Heaven" or "with the Angels", etc. This time it is bi-sexual, non-Christian actress Hayden Panettiere. (3) Meira K. Sums Things Up Quite Well regarding the Candace Owens vs. Andrew Wilson debate. (4) Funny Things... Or just Happy Things... Include Butch Wilmore's autographed photo and comments toward Steven Lee of Sermon Audio and an official, scientific report posted on the official U.S. government N.I.H. web site titled, "Testosterone Administration Induces Red Shift In Democrats". https://bbfohio.com

4:35 Whose responsibility is it to confront someone in the church that is living in sin? 9:25 Should I reconcile with my husband with whom I'm separated, who has since become a Christian? 15:11 I thought I was a Christian, but I got involved in the demonic world, am I still saved? 27:11 Who are the "Sons of God" referred to in the Bible? 40:17 Could you explain the parable of the shrewd servant in Luke 16? 45:32 Will there be more testing of the angels into evil and good?

This week on Wheat Among the Tares, our episode features English poet and hymn writer William Cowper, famous for writing a number of well-known hymns still sung today in churches worldwide. But this man dealt with the matter of recurring depression in his Christian life...Join us as we focus on this aspect of this man's spiritual struggle as we explore the testimony of William Cowper...

Ephesians 4:31 — Hurting from what someone did to you isn't bitterness. That's grief. And scripture never confuses the two. This teaching addresses one of the most misunderstood pain points in the Christian life: the difference between bitterness and grief — and how spiritual abuse hides behind a twisted use of Hebrews 12:15. If you've ever been told your continued hurt proves you haven't forgiven, or that someone's position excuses them from repenting, this message from Ephesians 4:31 was taught for you. Forgiveness is commanded of every believer toward every person, without exception, and it doesn't wait on the other person's repentance. But letting go of hatred is not the same thing as trusting someone again — and it is not the same thing as staying silent about what happened. Truthtelling isn't bitterness, and covering for someone's sin isn't forgiveness. This message walks through Ephesians 4:31, Ephesians 5:11 & 13, Mark 11:25-26, Hebrews 12:15, and Job 42:7 to answer a question a lot of hurting Christians have never heard answered clearly: am I bitter, or am I grieving? This teaching covers: - The difference between releasing hatred (owed to everyone, always) and rebuilding trust (which must be earned) - Why a parent's or a pastor's position never exempts them from repenting when they've sinned against someone - Truthtelling isn't bitterness — and covering sin isn't forgiveness - What Mark 11:25-26 actually teaches about forgiveness and prayer — not about justification - How Hebrews 12:15 gets twisted to blame every hardship on "hidden bitterness" - The biblical difference between bitterness (wanting someone to pay) and grief (simply remembering what happened)

Trusting God in hard times means relying on His character and promises even when circumstances are unclear. In this episode, Dave Jenkins considers Proverbs 3:5–6 and Psalm 56:3, explaining how Christians can release the need to control every outcome, continue obeying God's Word, and grow in trust through trials. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/