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Jesus keeps His promises. But we can only claim the promises intended for us! Also Reference: Hebrews 9:27, Hebrews 13:8 https://bbfohio.com

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.

In Part 6 of the Revelation Unraveled series, Pastor Byron Chesney examines Christ's message to the suffering church at Smyrna in Revelation 2:8–11. Though this faithful church faced poverty, persecution, imprisonment, and death, Jesus declared that they were spiritually rich and promised the crown of life to those who remained faithful. This message challenges believers to stand firm without fear, refuse compromise, and value the approval of Christ above the acceptance of the world.

The sermon explores the transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua in Joshua chapter one, emphasizing God's command for Joshua to be strong and courageous. It highlights Moses' life as a model of meekness and faithful service while noting his disobedience at Meribah as a consequence of sin. The preacher contrasts human effort with salvation by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, urging listeners to rely on God rather than their own works. By examining the crossing of the Jordan River, the message encourages believers to embrace impossible tasks through divine presence and obedience to Scripture. Ultimately, it calls the church to sanctify itself and move forward in faith, trusting that God will accomplish wonders through them.

(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

Pastor Paul Takach teaches on Philippians 2:1-4, addressing the ever-present danger of disunity in local churches and the biblical command to preserve unity through humility and selfless love. He outlines the passage in two parts: the motivation for unity (verse 1) and the practice of unity (verses 2-4). The motivation rests on the believer's experience of God's grace—consolation in Christ, comfort of His love, fellowship of the Spirit, and affection and mercy from God—which Paul uses as "if" statements that are actually certainties for Christians. The practice of unity involves being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, and of one mind, which Takach grounds in shared doctrinal confession. He warns against selfish ambition and vain conceit (empty glory), citing Diotrephes in 3 John and the sons of Zebedee in Matthew 20 as negative examples, and calls believers to esteem others as more important than themselves, looking out for others' interests. He references John Owen's rule on maintaining unity and cites Romans 12:10, 1 Corinthians 10:24, and John 13:34-35. The practical application extends to marriages, giving, and daily interactions—listening attentively, deferring on secondary issues, and serving without seeking recognition. Takach emphasizes that true humility cannot be manufactured by self-effort; the resource is Christ Himself, who humbled Himself to death on the cross (Philippians 2:5-11). Believers must meditate on Christ's person and work, flee to Him, and let His mind dwell in them, which alone produces genuine gospel transformation and...

This sermon introduces a new study on Colossians, highlighting the essential characteristics of genuine Christianity found in the early church. The preacher emphasizes that true faith, self-sacrificial love, and confident hope in eternal life are gifts from God that define a believer's relationship with Him and others. Central to this identity is the gospel, which provides peace and removes the burden of sin through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The message stresses the critical importance of biblical knowledge for spiritual growth and proper conduct, warning against ignorance and false teachings like Gnosticism. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to pursue exact knowledge of God's will, resulting in patience, long-suffering, and joyfulness.

Christians still face temptation, suffering, and spiritual opposition, but the outcome of the battle is not uncertain. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus Christ has secured victory over sin, death, and the enemy. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Christ's finished work enables believers to reject fear, stand firm in the gospel, and live with confidence in Christ alone. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

We see the neighbor that bears false witness described using three terrible weapons of war: the maul, the sword and the sharp arrow. And we discuss these fitting visual descriptions of the liar. Also Reference: Jeremiah 9:8 https://bbfohio.com