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This sermon explores the biblical role of the wife as a virtuous woman and a godly helpmeet, drawing primarily from Proverbs 31 and Ephesians 5. The central message emphasizes that submission to one's husband is an act of humility and obedience to God, mirroring the church's relationship with Christ. Through scriptural examples such as Lot's wife, Job's wife, and Priscilla, the text contrasts wives who hinder their husbands with those who empower them through wisdom, diligence, and kindness. The preacher urges women to cultivate these character traits before and during marriage, while also challenging men to lead in a way that facilitates their wives' spiritual growth. The tone is pastoral and instructional, aiming to encourage believers to live out their distinct roles with reverence and mutual support.

God gives a definite promise to His children of what we must have if we are to remain steadfast in His ways and not fall. It requires great diligence and decided effort, but He has promised through His power to accomplish it.

Please consider how you can be faithful to the Lord Jesus Christ through your financial support to the continued work of His Church in this time. Contributions can be made by PayPal ( https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CK4HH84AFWTY4 ) or by visiting our website ( faithbiblepres.org ) or by mailing your contribution to: Faith Bible Presbyterian Church 3001 Marian Dr. Trenton Mi 48183 "The Pastor ought to have two voices: one, for gathering the sheep; and another, for warding off and driving away wolves and thieves. The Scripture supplies him with the means of doing both." ~ John Calvin (July 10, 1509 - May 27, 1564). "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me." ~ NKJV John 10:27 "Satan's greatest success is in making people think they have plenty of time before they die to consider their eternal welfare" ~ John Owen (1616 - August 1683). "For the word of God and testimony of Jesus Christ." ~ NKJV Rev. 1:9 Fᴀɪᴛʜ Bɪʙʟᴇ Pʀᴇsʙʏᴛᴇʀɪᴀɴ Cʜᴜʀᴄʜ ~ Tʀᴜᴇ Worship & Aᴜᴛʜᴇɴᴛɪᴄ Fᴇʟʟᴏᴡsʜɪᴘ ~ Faith Bible Presbyterian Church is a Bible believing and Christ honoring church that is committed to teaching|preaching the Word of God with diligence and authority. We stand for the historic Christian faith, and we welcome you to our services of worship. Won't you join us? faithbiblepres.org

This sermon examines the definition and practical application of biblical faith as presented in Hebrews 11, distinguishing it from mere intellectual assent or cultural optimism. The central message asserts that true faith is an absolute certainty and assurance in the person and finished work of Jesus Christ, which is the only means by which a person can please God. The discussion highlights that believers are called to live as strangers and exiles on earth, finding their ultimate contentment and identity in God's Word rather than in worldly approval or temporary comforts. By referencing the Old Testament saints who died without receiving the promises, the text emphasizes a heavenly perspective that drives believers to worship, serve, and endure with unwavering conviction. The sermon concludes with a pastoral call to reject superficial religion and fully surrender to Christ, trusting in His reward for those who diligently seek Him.

This sermon explores the conditional promises found in Proverbs chapter two, emphasizing that spiritual growth requires active engagement with God's Word. The speaker outlines a four-step process: receiving God's words, hiding them in the heart to protect them from the enemy, inclining the ear to wisdom, and applying the heart to understanding. Through vivid analogies and personal testimony, the message challenges believers to move beyond passive faith and pursue a deeper, more intimate relationship with Christ. The tone is convicting yet encouraging, urging the congregation to seek wisdom with the same intensity they pursue material needs. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a reverent fear of the Lord and a commitment to investing in eternal things, promising that those who diligently seek understanding will find the knowledge of God.

This sermon explores the biblical theology of work, leisure, and laziness through the lens of Proverbs, contrasting the diligence of the ant with the idleness of the sluggard. It argues that while work is cursed by toil, it remains a divine mandate for the glory of God, as exemplified by Christ's completed work. The teaching uses honey as a metaphor for lawful pleasures, urging believers to enjoy God's gifts with self-control rather than indulging in addictive excess. By examining the consequences of procrastination and the rewards of skill, the message calls for a balanced life of productive labor and restful enjoyment. Ultimately, it grounds this ethic in the gospel, urging listeners to rest in Christ's finished work for salvation while actively pursuing the good works prepared for them.

This sermon explores the intimate relationship between the believer and God through the diligent study of Scripture, focusing on Psalm 119:135. It argues that the primary motive for reading the Bible should not be mere self-preservation or the accumulation of knowledge, but a desire to know God personally and to experience His goodness, mercy, and grace. The text contrasts the casual reader who remains in spiritual infancy with the blessed man who meditates on God's law day and night, seeking a deeper communion that transforms character and life. By emphasizing that God's face shining upon the servant is the context for His teaching, the message encourages believers to approach the Word with reverence and humility, ensuring that their knowledge leads to a holy and devoted life rather than pride. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a return to the psalmist's heart, where the desire to be taught is inseparable from the desire to behold the glory of Christ.

Please consider how you can be faithful to the Lord Jesus Christ through your financial support to the continued work of His Church in this time. Contributions can be made by PayPal ( https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CK4HH84AFWTY4 ) or by visiting our website ( faithbiblepres.org ) or by mailing your contribution to: Faith Bible Presbyterian Church 3001 Marian Dr. Trenton Mi 48183 "The Pastor ought to have two voices: one, for gathering the sheep; and another, for warding off and driving away wolves and thieves. The Scripture supplies him with the means of doing both." ~ John Calvin (July 10, 1509 - May 27, 1564). "My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me." ~ NKJV John 10:27 "Satan's greatest success is in making people think they have plenty of time before they die to consider their eternal welfare" ~ John Owen (1616 - August 1683). "For the word of God and testimony of Jesus Christ." ~ NKJV Rev. 1:9 Fᴀɪᴛʜ Bɪʙʟᴇ Pʀᴇsʙʏᴛᴇʀɪᴀɴ Cʜᴜʀᴄʜ ~ Tʀᴜᴇ Worship & Aᴜᴛʜᴇɴᴛɪᴄ Fᴇʟʟᴏᴡsʜɪᴘ ~ Faith Bible Presbyterian Church is a Bible believing and Christ honoring church that is committed to teaching|preaching the Word of God with diligence and authority. We stand for the historic Christian faith, and we welcome you to our services of worship. Won't you join us? faithbiblepres.org

B.I.— Followers of Jesus Christ must be aware of the times in which they live to understand them—times of division, discernment, and diligence. INTRODUCTION: 1A. A MINISTRY OF DIVISION. 49-53 1B. The Transmission of Fire. v. 49 2B. An Impending Baptism. v. 50 3B. A Dispensation of Division. vv. 51-53 2A. THE ABSENCE OF DISCERNMENT. 54-57 1B. Discerning the Weather. 54-55 2B. Shallowness of Discernment. vv. 56-57 3A. THE URGENCY OF DILIGENCE. 58-59 1B. The Time for Diligence. 58 2B. The Delay of Diligence. 59 CONCLUSION:

🌎 How do we raise children who love God, embrace biblical truth, and remain faithful to Jesus Christ in a world increasingly opposed to biblical values? Raising godly children has never been more challenging. Today's children are surrounded by powerful cultural influences, social media, secular philosophies, peer pressure, and messages that often contradict the Word of God. As Christian parents and grandparents, how can we protect their hearts, establish a lasting spiritual foundation, and prepare them to stand firm in their faith? In this Bible study, we examine the biblical responsibility and privilege of raising children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Drawing from Scripture, we explore God's instructions to parents, the importance of a consistent Christian example, the dangers of worldly influences, and the necessity of teaching our children to discern truth from error. 📖 Key Scriptures include: - Deuteronomy 6:6–9 – Teaching God's Word diligently to our children. - Proverbs 22:6 – Training a child in the way he should go. - Proverbs 4:23 – Keeping the heart with all diligence. - Ephesians 6:4 – Bringing children up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. - Romans 12:2 – Not conforming to this world. - Psalm 78:4–7 – Passing the truth of God from one generation to the next. - Judges 2:10 – The sobering consequences when a generation fails to know the Lord. In this study, we consider: ✓ The biblical foundation for raising godly children. ✓ Why parents must be the primary spiritual influence in the home. ✓ How to guard children's hearts against worldly influences. ✓ The importance of biblical discipline, instruction, and godly example.