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This sermon examines Paul's emotional struggle and the reality of suffering for the sake of the gospel in 1 Thessalonians. The preacher highlights how Satan actively hinders the spread of the message, causing distress and affliction for both the apostle and new believers. By analyzing Paul's fear and eventual comfort upon hearing of the Thessalonians' faith, the text underscores that persecution is an expected part of Christian discipleship. The speaker challenges modern Christians to recognize their own reluctance to face social friction when sharing the truth. Believers must trust the Holy Spirit's power in conviction rather than avoiding difficult conversations about Christ.

Sermon | John 8:31-32 | Sunday Morning Service, September 6, 2026. Preacher: Sthembiso Mahlangu The sermon exhorts believers to maintain steadfast persistence in their Christian walk despite inevitable hardships, discouragement, and spiritual warfare. Drawing primarily from John 8:31-32, the message emphasizes that true discipleship is defined by abiding in God's Word rather than merely initial belief. Ps Sthembiso outlines three key areas for this continuity: remaining faithful to biblical doctrine, prioritizing love for Christ above all earthly relationships, and standing firm in divine grace. Additionally, the text urges the audience to never cease witnessing to others, using the Apostle Paul's example of enduring persecution without stopping his mission. Ultimately, the central call is to reject complacency and remain resilient in service to God until the end. Visit Benoni Bible Church: www.benonibiblechurch.co.za Address: 149 President Brand Rd, Rynfield, Benoni - view on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oag383xq3U2b7RQN6 Copyright © 2026, Benoni Bible Church. All rights reserved.

In this Weekly Watch episode, Dave Jenkins examines four trends shaping a post-truth culture: personal experience as authority, technology as a source of salvation, spirituality without biblical truth, and biblical vocabulary detached from biblical meaning. Christians are called neither to fear nor obsession, but to watchfulness rooted in the sufficient Word of God. This episode equips believers to test every claim, discern the worldview beneath cultural trends, and remain firmly anchored in Jesus Christ. For more from Contending for the Word, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Knowing God rightly is not merely an intellectual exercise. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how the knowledge of God transforms the believer's mind, strengthens trust in God's character, shapes daily obedience, and produces worship, humility, and reverence. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Dave Jenkins introduces the book of Isaiah, surveying its central themes of God's holiness, judgment against sin, salvation by grace, the promised Messiah, and hope for the nations. Isaiah repeatedly directs God's people to the holy God who saves sinners through Christ. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, visit https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Romans 1:6–7 is more than Paul's greeting to the church in Rome. It is a rich declaration of the Christian's identity in Christ. Believers are called to belong to Jesus Christ, loved by God, called to be saints, and given grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. In this message, Dave Jenkins explains how God's effective call brings sinners into union with Christ and how the gospel gives believers assurance, holiness, and peace with God.

What does it mean that God is sovereign? Dave Jenkins explains that God reigns perfectly over creation, nations, history, and every detail of life according to His wisdom, power, and purpose. This biblical doctrine gives believers stability in uncertainty, confidence in suffering, and assurance that God is never absent, limited, or out of control. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

In an age of AI, podcasts, Bible software, online teachers, and endless access to biblical information, Christians can begin to feel spiritually self-sufficient. Richard Caldwell explains from Hebrews 13 and 1 Thessalonians 5 why God still calls believers to be humble, teachable members of a local church under faithful pastors who teach the Word, model the faith, lead biblically, and keep watch over their souls. Outside resources can be profitable, but if our learning makes us proud, independent, or resistant to godly leadership, we are not applying Scripture rightly.