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What is substitutionary atonement? Dave Jenkins explains that Jesus Christ did not merely die as an example, but as the righteous substitute for sinners. At the cross, Christ bore the judgment sinners deserve, satisfied God's justice, and secured forgiveness, reconciliation, peace, and hope for all who trust in Him. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Isaiah 9 moves from darkness and judgment to the sure hope of God's promised Messiah. Dave Jenkins explains how this chapter points to Jesus Christ, the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Christ brings light to sinners, salvation to His people, and an everlasting kingdom that will never end. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Introduction to Luke 9 1:23 Jesus Sends Out the Twelve Disciples 2:48 Being With Christ Before Serving Christ 4:04 Knowing Christ Gives Us a Mission 6:33 Depending on God's Power 8:17 Without Christ We Can Do Nothing 10:51 Sent to Preach the Kingdom of God 12:08 The Message of Repentance 13:32 Sharing the Gospel We Have Received 15:30 Sharing Your Personal Testimony 16:38 The Church's Greatest Mission 17:24 Learning to Depend on God 20:11 Faithfulness Over Comfort 21:19 Practicing Faith and Trusting God 23:34 Faith Does Not Mean Refusing to Plan 25:05 Handling Rejection When Witnessing 26:09 Never Change the Message to Gain Acceptance 28:54 God Gives the Increase 30:33 The Disciples Obey and Go 31:57 How Shall They Hear Without a Preacher? 33:03 The Power of a Simple Gospel Witness 34:27 Every Christian Has a Responsibility 35:18 First With Christ, Then Sent by Christ 35:46 The Gospel Is Meant to Go Through Us 37:25 Faithfulness When Results Are Slow 41:21 Life Is Short Compared to Eternity 42:06 Closing Prayer

In 2 Kings 6:1–7, we encounter a simple story about a lost axe head, yet this brief account reveals profound truths about the God who cares for His people. Through the ordinary circumstances surrounding the sons of the prophets, we see His providential hand ordering every detail. When a poor prophet loses a borrowed axe head, the sovereign God who rules nations shows that He is also attentive to the small, personal needs of His people. Ultimately, the God who cared for His servant at the Jordan is the same God who moved heaven and earth to save His people through Jesus Christ. If He has graciously given us His Son, we can trust Him with every concern, great or small.

This episode defines catechesis as the deliberate and systematic instruction of the Christian faith, arguing that it is essential for spiritual maturity and the continuity of the covenant community. It grounds this practice in the Great Commission, emphasizing that Jesus commands the church to make disciples through teaching, not merely conversion. The message highlights that without intentional biblical formation, believers are vulnerable to cultural influences and doctrinal instability, as illustrated by the contrast between children tossed by winds of doctrine and mature Christians grounded in truth. The episode outlines a generational purpose for faith, where believers receive, guard, and hand on the deposit of truth to the next generation. Ultimately, it calls for a shift from accidental theological assembly to a structured pursuit of knowing, living, and passing on the faith.

This sermon examines Jesus' instructions to His disciples in Matthew 10, emphasizing the necessity of being wise as serpents and harmless as doves while facing inevitable persecution. The message highlights that believers should not fear those who can only kill the body, but rather revere God, who holds authority over the soul and eternity. It addresses the tension between familial loyalty and allegiance to Christ, asserting that Jesus must remain the ultimate priority even if it causes division within households. The text concludes with the assurance that confessing Christ before men leads to His confession of the believer before the Father, while denying Him results in eternal loss, encouraging believers to endure with hope and perform acts of kindness in His name.

Why does God write that every other man in Genesis 5 lived and died, and write of Enoch that he walked with God? Read verse 22 and ask what two must have in common before they can walk together. Then find the word after in that verse, and ask when Enoch's walk with God began. And Enoch walked with God after he begat Methuselah three hundred years, and begat sons and daughters.

In this evening's sermon, Pastor Rockhill delves into Acts 11:1-18, where the early church experiences a pivotal moment with the inclusion of Gentiles into the faith. The passage recounts Peter's defense of his actions after he shares the gospel with Cornelius, a Gentile. The tension arises when the Jewish believers in Jerusalem confront Peter, questioning how he could associate with uncircumcised men. Pastor Rockhill highlights the significance of this event, emphasizing that it marks the dawn of a new era where the gospel transcends cultural and ethnic boundaries. Throughout his message, Pastor Rockhill encourages the congregation to recognize the dangers of prejudice and to embrace the unity that the gospel brings. He illustrates how Peter's vision and subsequent actions demonstrate God's sovereign plan to include all nations in His redemptive work. The sermon serves as a reminder for believers to actively pursue fellowship and share the gospel with individuals from diverse backgrounds, reaffirming that God's grace is extended to everyone who calls upon His name. As the early church learns to celebrate this inclusion, Pastor Rockhill challenges the church today to reflect this same openness and love in their community.

Theme: Knowing that Jesus is Lord comes with consequences. Luke teaches us four lessons we must learn as we follow our Lord 1. Greatness Is in Knowing God 2. Those Not Against Us Are For Us 3. The Son of Man Came to Save 4. The Kingdom of God Comes First