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Our third message in this series about salvation is going to deal with redemption. Redemption has the idea of procurement by payment of ransom. The world is a slave, a slave to sin, we are all born in the bondage of sin. In essence we are born dead. Without hope, and without the ability to change our own destiny. In our lost condition we are in bondage to our master, that master is sin. The devil holds us in bondage and moves us and makes us into what he wants before salvation. There is a great debt that is owed on your account and my account. A debt that cannot be paid by us. Jesus in His love stepped up to the auction block and has redeemed us, He has paid, in full, the debt I owed. And has purchased my salvation and made it fully available to me.

Wednesday Evening September 30, 2026

The sermon centers on the exhortation in 2 Timothy to stir up the gift of God, identifying this gift as the Holy Spirit and emphasizing the believer's active role in maintaining spiritual vitality. It challenges the notion of passive faith by contrasting mere belief with the trembling of demons, asserting that true salvation is secured by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, not by cultural association or intellectual assent. The message outlines five key reminders for believers: recognizing God's sovereign will, trusting His unchanging promises of eternal and abundant life, serving the living God, maintaining a pure conscience through confession, and relying on prayer for divine access. The tone is pastoral and convicting, urging the congregation to reject spiritual lethargy and 'analysis paralysis' in favor of decisive action and daily dependence on God's power. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a revival of the inner spirit, grounded in the assurance that God has paid the sin debt and remains a faithful Father who desires what is best for His children.

The Historic Convergence of Storms: Weather, Debt, and War. We are joined by Michael Snyder (Author; Attorney). Topics discussed include: The Physical Storm. The Financial Storm. The Geopolitical Storm. Biblical Readiness, Hope, and Strategic Action.

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-30-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Announces an Upcoming Debate This Saturday/A Discussion on The Biblical Position of Human Free Will and How That Relates to Salvation/Glorifying God/The Gospel/ Will Committing Suicide Send a Christian to Hell?/ Matt Discusses When and How God "Cancelled" our Sin Debt/The Meaning of Biblical Justification/ September 30, 2026

This sermon examines the parable of the unforgiving servant to illustrate the boundless nature of God's grace and the corresponding obligation for believers to extend forgiveness to others. The central argument posits that human sin creates an unpayable debt to God, which is fully forgiven through divine mercy, thereby rendering any human offense against a believer insignificant in comparison. The message challenges the audience to reject a victim mentality and bitterness, urging them instead to live in the victory of their own forgiveness by releasing grudges against friends, family, or acquaintances. Through the example of Corrie ten Boom and the theological framework of Matthew 18, the sermon emphasizes that withholding judgment from others is a direct response to the compassion shown by God, warning that failure to forgive results in spiritual judgment.

We all accumulate debt in our lives and then comes the time to make the payment for that debt, and the same thing is true spiritually, as we have accumulated sin debt because of our iniquities and only the Lord Jesus Christ can make the payment for that sin debt.

This sermon examines the contrasting allegiances of David and Saul in 1 Samuel 22, highlighting how David gathers a community of the distressed, indebted, and discontented while Saul relies on self-serving servants. The exposition contrasts David's reliance on God's counsel and protection with Saul's rebellion and violent suppression of the priesthood. By analyzing the specific conditions of those who join David, the message illustrates the human need for refuge and the failure of earthly kings to provide true rest. The sermon ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of David's role, offering salvation and peace to those who recognize their spiritual debt and distress.

This sermon explores the theological significance of the three hours of darkness during the crucifixion, interpreting it as the manifestation of God's wrath against sin. The speaker connects this event to the concept of eternal separation from God, often described as outer darkness, and contrasts it with the light of redemption found in Christ. By citing historical records and Scripture, the message emphasizes that Jesus, the Light of the World, endured this separation to satisfy divine justice for His people. The sermon concludes with the declaration that the debt of sin is paid in full, inviting believers to recognize their justification through Christ's sacrifice and to live in the light of God's glory.