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Comfort in the Kingdom Let's Summarize The Message "Comfort in the Kingdom" teaches that biblical comfort is much deeper than simply feeling comfortable or having our circumstances improved. Earthly comforts—food, warmth, home, rest, familiar surroundings—may soothe us temporarily, but kingdom comfort strengthens us to remain faithful to Jesus in the middle of hardship. God does not always remove the trouble; often He comforts us by giving us truth, people, perspective, courage, and hope so we can stand in it. Using 1 Thessalonians, the message shows how remarkable the work of grace is experienced and expressed among the church at Thessalonica. Paul had only a short time with them before persecution forced him away, yet they flourished because the gospel had genuinely transformed them. They learned quickly that following Christ would include affliction, but they also possessed the great hope woven through the entire letter: Jesus came, Jesus saved them, and Jesus is coming again. The message highlights seven expressions of kingdom comfort: 1. Tender and tough instruction — 1 Thessalonians 2:7–12. Paul ministered like both a nursing mother and a faithful father. He invited people close, instructed them in truth, and showed them by his own life how to walk with God. True discipleship is not merely giving information; it is saying, "Come walk with me. Let me show you how this truth works in life." The hunting experiences with Nate illustrate this: some things cannot merely be explained—they have to be learned by walking beside someone and putting truth into practice. 2. Trustworthy fellowship in the gospel — 1 Thessalonians 3:1–5. Because Paul was concerned about the

Ecclesiastes 11 teaches us to live faithfully and courageously while trusting God with the uncertainties of the future. Dave Jenkins explains why wisdom acts without demanding perfect certainty, accepts the limits of human understanding, refuses to be controlled by fear, and receives life as a gift from God. We may not know what tomorrow holds, but through Jesus Christ, we know the One who sovereignly holds our future. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

CBC Sunday Service (8/23/2026) Being a Person of Conviction and Courage | Daniel 3:1–30 Pastor Joel Glupker

Being in the fight without being on the fight.

The sermon explores the believer's role as a steward and ambassador entrusted with the ministry of reconciliation, based on 2 Corinthians 5. It emphasizes that salvation is entirely God's work through Christ, leaving believers justified and qualified to share this message without relying on personal ability. The preacher outlines three primary motivations for this mission: the eternal nature of the gospel, the fear of the Lord's judgment, and the compelling love of Christ. Various biblical examples illustrate practical ways to spread the message, including personal testimony, acts of mercy, and courageous confrontation. Ultimately, believers are called to proclaim the truth with sincerity and urgency, trusting in the Holy Spirit's power rather than their own strength.

The sermon teaches that spiritual faithfulness can change dramatically within a single generation—either toward godlessness or toward renewed faithfulness. Scripture repeatedly shows faithful parents followed by rebellious children, but it also shows God raising up faithful believers from deeply ungodly families, culminating in Abram, whom God sovereignly called out of an idolatrous family to continue the promised line leading to Jesus Christ. The lesson is that every generation must faithfully pass on the truth through Scripture, worship, prayer, discipline, catechism, godly example, and courageous obedience, while recognizing that none of these things can regenerate the next generation. Parents and churches have a genuine responsibility to teach and model faithfulness, but ultimately "it only takes the faithful devotion of God Almighty" to give new hearts and produce lasting change. Therefore, the greatest hope for the next generation is not merely good morals, traditions, or conservative values, but the gospel of Jesus Christ—the power of God for salvation and the only foundation for true generational faithfulness.

Text: Esther 4:1–17 (Legacy Standard Bible) Title: If I Perish, I Perish: The Courage of the Called In Esther 4:1–17, the hidden machinery of divine providence intersects directly with human responsibility for the first time in the narrative. Faced with a royal decree of annihilation, the Jewish community is shaken out of decades of spiritual sleepwalking into public lament and fasting. Meanwhile, Queen Esther is confronted by Mordecai with a sobering reality: her position in the palace is neither a permanent hiding place nor an accidental privilege. This message explores the theological depth of God's unchanging covenant commitments, the danger of prioritizing comfort over obedience, and the nature of true faith that acts without a guarantee of survival. Rooted in careful textual exposition, this sermon calls believers to abandon self-preservation, step out of spiritual obscurity, and trust the character of God regardless of the cost.

The sermon contrasts two distinct modes of existence defined by earthly versus heavenly citizenship, urging believers to reject self-made righteousness and worldly treasures. It highlights the destructive end of those who prioritize fleshly desires against the hope of glorification for those whose trust rests in Christ alone. The preacher emphasizes that standing firm requires relying on the imputed righteousness of Jesus rather than personal merit or cultural approval. Joy, courage, and humility are presented as essential characteristics of a life anchored in heavenly values amidst spiritual conflict. Ultimately, the message calls the church to persevere in faith, looking forward to the transformative return of their Savior.

This sermon provides a practical framework for Christian evangelism, urging believers to view every individual as an eternal soul deserving of the gospel. The speaker outlines key principles including praying for open doors and clarity, relying on God's adequacy rather than personal strength, and integrating evangelism into daily routines. Emphasizing the role of believers as salt and light, the message encourages proactive engagement with neighbors and coworkers through genuine conversation and personal testimony. The central argument asserts that while humans are responsible for planting spiritual seeds, the Holy Spirit alone brings conversion. Ultimately, the sermon calls the congregation to courageous, faithful witness in their immediate spheres of influence.