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In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins begins the Truth in a Post-Truth Culture series by examining postmodernism and its rejection of objective truth. As culture increasingly treats truth as personal, subjective, and shaped by experience, Christians must be anchored in what God has revealed. Scripture teaches that truth is grounded in the unchanging character of God, revealed in His Word, and ultimately found in Jesus Christ. This episode explains why postmodernism matters, how it has influenced the church, what is at stake for the gospel and sound doctrine, and how believers can stand with humility, conviction, and love upon the sufficient Word of God. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Theology is not distant from everyday Christian life. What believers think about God shapes how they understand truth, sin, salvation, suffering, worship, prayer, and obedience. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why every Christian needs sound theology rooted in the Word of God. Through Titus 1:1 and Romans 12:2, listeners are encouraged to pursue the knowledge of the truth that accords with godliness, resist confusion and doctrinal drift, and grow in worshipful obedience to Christ. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

What is godly wisdom? In this opening episode of the Men of Wisdom series, Dave Jenkins explains that wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord, not self-confidence or worldly success. Drawing from Proverbs 1:7, James 1:5, and 1 Corinthians 1:30, this episode calls Christian men to submit to God's Word, remain teachable, ask God for wisdom, and walk humbly with Christ. For more from Warriors of Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/warriors-of-grace-podcast/

Political outcomes matter, but they are not ultimate. In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins concludes the series by calling Christians away from fear, political idolatry, and emotional captivity to the headlines. Drawing from Hebrews 13:14, Psalm 146, Psalm 2, Colossians 1, 1 Timothy 2, and Philippians 4, Dave explains why the believer's hope rests securely in Christ the King. Christians are called to engage public life with truth, prayer, wisdom, and love of neighbor while remembering that Christ reigns and His kingdom cannot be shaken. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

The sermon presents a ministry report from Sierra Leone, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for spreading the gospel in a predominantly Muslim nation. The speaker discusses the prevalence of syncretism, where individuals blend Islamic or animistic beliefs with Christianity, and urges believers to prioritize biblical truth over material expectations. Drawing on Zephaniah 1:5, the message warns against mixing worship of the true God with idols. It emphasizes the need for faithful discipleship, leadership training, and clear proclamation of salvation through Jesus Christ alone. The overall tone is pastoral and encouraging, calling listeners to support missions and pray for spiritual transformation in West Africa.

Pastor Christian Andresen from Eckstein Gemeinde Berlin

The sermon explores the demanding requirements for discipleship found in Mark chapter 8, emphasizing that following Jesus necessitates a daily decision to deny oneself and take up one's cross. It contrasts the temporary pleasures of the world with the eternal value of the soul, warning that gaining the whole world is futile if one loses their spiritual life. The preacher highlights the internal struggle against the flesh, referencing Romans 7 to illustrate the need for reliance on Christ rather than self-effort. Additionally, the message addresses the fear of man, urging believers not to be ashamed of Christ in this sinful generation lest they face rejection by Him at His return. Ultimately, the text calls for total devotion and surrender, asserting that true life is found only through dying to self and fully committing to the Savior.