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Remaining faithful to Christ can cost us approval, comfort, friendships, and opportunities. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain biblical courage and a conscience governed by Scripture. Working through Acts 5:29, Proverbs 29:25, and other passages, Dave considers the fear of man, the pressure to compromise, and the difference between conviction and stubbornness. He explains why Christian courage includes humility, gentleness, repentance, and wisdom about which disagreements require a firm response. Listeners are encouraged to practice faithfulness in everyday life and to look to Jesus Christ, whose finished work and resurrection give His people confidence when obedience becomes costly. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 207 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Message 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2 #morningreflections #evangelism #discipleship #churchplanting #missions

Assistant Pastor Ryan Ahlenius sits down with Pastor Bo Cogbill and John Unger (RCC's Director of Administration and Discipleship) to discuss the topic of the death penalty. The recent failed execution of Christa Pike has caused a big dust-up on whether it is unjust for the civil magistrate to utilize the death penalty. When is ending a life sinful? Biblically speaking, what is the difference between killing and murder? How do we understand 'the dignity of every human life' and ever call the death penalty 'just'? Listen in to hear more.

Church history helps Christians recognize recurring errors, learn from faithful believers, and trust Christ's faithfulness to His church. Dave Jenkins explains how studying the past cultivates humility and strengthens biblical discernment. Learn four practical ways to benefit from church history while continually submitting every teaching and example to God's Word. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Justin Peters examines Philip Anthony Mitchell's report of a teenage girl being healed of deafness at the ACCESS gathering in Texas. He discusses the importance of verifying healing claims, reviews examples from faith-healing ministries, and compares those claims with the apostolic miracles recorded in Acts 3–4. While affirming that God can sovereignly heal today, Justin distinguishes that conviction from the belief that individuals possess the apostolic gift of healing. This episode encourages Christians to evaluate public claims by Scripture, seek clear evidence, and show compassion toward those who suffer. For more from Justin Peters please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/justin-peters-sound-theology/ This video first appeared at Justin's YouTube and is posted here with his permission. https://youtu.be/SewxynAXk1E?si=KmWYt2I-AXpDTR9A

How should Christians answer difficult questions about the Bible and the Christian faith? Dave Jenkins explains how to respond with biblical conviction, careful listening, gentleness, and respect. Addressing suffering, biblical reliability, salvation through Christ alone, sexuality, church hypocrisy, and judgment, he offers practical guidance for defending the faith while keeping Christ and the gospel central. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

Church history helps Christians gain perspective, recognize recurring theological errors, and persevere in biblical faithfulness. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins draws together lessons from previous generations to encourage believers to stand firmly on Scripture. Discover how the victories and failures of earlier Christians sharpen discernment, why Christ's faithfulness is the central encouragement of church history, and how these lessons equip us to pass the gospel to the next generation. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Biblical discernment calls Christians to stand firmly on God's Word with humility, courage, and love. Drawing from Philippians 1:9–10 and Ephesians 4:15, Dave Jenkins explains how a teachable spirit, biblical conviction, and devotion to Christ shape faithful discernment. Learn why discernment seeks to protect others from spiritual harm and point them to Christ, and consider four practical ways to exercise it faithfully. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

This sermon examines the four appearances of the apostle Philip in the Gospel of John, presenting him not as a skeptic or administrator, but as a genuine believer whose faith was continually deepening. The analysis traces Philip's journey from his initial call to follow Jesus and his recognition of Christ as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy, to his role in the feeding of the five thousand where his faith was challenged to grow. It further highlights Philip's function as a bridge for Gentile seekers and his participation in the Upper Room discourse, where he wrestles with the profound truths of the Trinity. The central message emphasizes that Philip's life models a disciple who believes, exercises his faith, and is called to ever-increasing knowledge of Christ, offering a pastoral encouragement for believers to pursue deeper spiritual maturity and understanding of God's nature.

"Discipleship" Part 1 Matthew 10:24-42