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In Philippians 2:3–8, Paul calls believers to turn from selfish ambition, look to the interests of others, and have the mind of Christ. Dave Jenkins explains how Christ's humility and saving work free us to serve, rejoice in another person's good, and give up our preferences when love calls for it. He also considers how to serve wisely while honoring the responsibilities God has entrusted to us. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

In Colossians 2:6–10, Paul calls believers to abound in thanksgiving and warns them against teaching that would draw them away from Christ. Dave Jenkins explains how remembering what God has given us in Christ strengthens discernment. He discusses the ordinary means of grace, testing spiritual claims by Scripture, correcting error with gentleness, and seeking wise counsel in the local church. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Justin Peters offers Todd Bentley an urgent appeal to repent and trust in Jesus Christ alone. Drawing on Hebrews 9:27 and Matthew 7:21–23, he warns against false assurance and addresses Bentley's teaching, claims of supernatural experiences, and public ministry. Justin explains why religious activity and restoration to ministry cannot replace genuine repentance and saving faith. He presents the gospel of Jesus Christ, truly God and truly man, who lived in perfect obedience, died for sinners, and rose bodily from the grave. The episode closes with a call to turn from sin, trust Christ alone, and bear the fruit of genuine repentance. This video first appeared at Justin's YouTube and appears here with his permission: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d0nsxoSd28Q

Christian service often takes place where no one notices. Yet every act of faithfulness is known to Christ. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins examines the motives behind our service through Matthew 6:1–4, Colossians 3:23–24, and Mark 10:45. He considers the difference between receiving appreciation and depending on it, the danger of becoming proud of being overlooked, and the freedom of resting in our identity in Christ. Jesus came to serve and give His life as a ransom for many. Because we belong to Him, we can serve our families, churches, and neighbors with humility and perseverance. We serve because we have already received His grace. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

In All Things… …HEAR HIM IN ALL THINGS The Prophet, the Playbook, and the Blessing of Following Jesus Primary Scriptures: Deuteronomy 11–13; Deuteronomy 18:15–22; Joshua 11:15; Acts 3:22–26 Central Truth: God sent Jesus not merely to improve our circumstances, but to rescue us from our sins, turn us from ourselves, and bring us into the blessing of hearing, trusting, and following Him in all things. This message emphasizes the importance of remaining faithful to God's revealed Word rather than allowing personal desires, extraordinary experiences, cultural influences, or even close relationships to lead us away from Him. In Deuteronomy 11, Moses places before Israel the blessing and the curse, represented by Mount Gerizim and Mount Ebal. These mountains illustrate the distinction between walking in obedience to God and turning away from His instruction. The issue was not merely hearing God's Word, but hearkening to it with the intention of obeying. God's people were being taught that His blessings were inseparably connected to their relationship with Him and their willingness to trust His ways. Joshua 11:15 reveals the importance of faithfully following God's playbook. What the Lord commanded Moses, Moses communicated to Joshua, and Joshua faithfully carried out. He did not need to invent another way or improve upon God's revelation. Likewise, we have been entrusted with the Word of God, not to change it, but to believe it, live by it, and pass it along to others. Deuteronomy 18 introduces the promise of a greater Prophet, fulfilled in Jesus Christ. Moses was a faithful servant and mediator under the old covenant, but Jesus is the Son of God and the Mediator of the

In Chapter 1 of Heaven on Earth, Thomas Brooks argues that believers can attain a firm, well-grounded assurance of their salvation in this life, basing his claim on ten core biblical arguments. He demonstrates that assurance is built on universal gospel truths rather than private revelations, that scripture's primary purpose and promises are designed to foster certainty, and that God has placed internal "springs" of assurance—such as faith, hope, a good conscience, and love for believers—within every Christian. Furthermore, Brooks highlights that God actively commands the pursuit of assurance, provides practical means (like self-examination and the Lord's Supper) to reach it, and calls believers to constant spiritual joy, which requires knowing one's standing with God. Ultimately, he refutes theological systems that promote perpetual doubt, affirming that God's children can rest securely in His unchangeable love and covenant promises.

Lasting contentment grows as Christians learn to treasure Christ and submit their desires to God's Word. Continuing the November series, Contentment in a Restless World, Dave Jenkins considers Colossians 3:1–4 and Matthew 6:19–21. He explains how union with Christ gives believers a secure identity and how Jesus' teaching about treasure challenges the pursuit of fulfillment through possessions, recognition, and success. Dave also offers seven practical ways to cultivate biblical contentment through Scripture, prayer, gratitude, generosity, and hope in Christ's return. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/