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The sermon emphasizes that true Christian living involves dedicating oneself to pursuing godly wisdom and rejecting conforming to the world. Daily choose the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, and self-control.

Luk 13:23 Then said one unto him, Lord, are there few that be saved? And he said unto them, Luk 13:24 Strive to enter in at the strait gate: for many, I say unto you, will seek to enter in, and shall not be able. Luk 13:25 When once the master of the house is risen up, and hath shut to the door, and ye begin to stand without, and to knock at the door, saying, Lord, Lord, open unto us; and he shall answer and say unto you, I know you not whence ye are: Luk 13:26 Then shall ye begin to say, We have eaten and drunk in thy presence, and thou hast taught in our streets. Luk 13:27 But he shall say, I tell you, I know you not whence ye are; depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity. Luk 13:28 There shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth, when ye shall see Abraham, and Isaac, and Jacob, and all the prophets, in the kingdom of God, and you yourselves thrust out. Luk 13:29 And they shall come from the east, and from the west, and from the north, and from the south, and shall sit down in the kingdom of God. Luk 13:30 And, behold, there are last which shall be first, and there are first which shall be last.

1 Samuel 1:10-18 (KJV) And she was in bitterness of soul, and prayed unto the LORD, and wept sore. 11 And she vowed a vow, and said, O LORD of hosts, if thou wilt indeed look on the affliction of thine handmaid, and remember me, and not forget thine handmaid, but wilt give unto thine handmaid a man child, then I will give him unto the LORD all the days of his life, and there shall no rasor come upon his head. 12 And it came to pass, as she continued praying before the LORD, that Eli marked her mouth. 13 Now Hannah, she spake in her heart; only her lips moved, but her voice was not heard: therefore Eli thought she had been drunken. 14 And Eli said unto her, How long wilt thou be drunken? put away thy wine from thee. 15 And Hannah answered and said, No, my lord, I am a woman of a sorrowful spirit: I have drunk neither wine nor strong drink, but have poured out my soul before the LORD. 16 Count not thine handmaid for a daughter of Belial: for out of the abundance of my complaint and grief have I spoken hitherto. 17 Then Eli answered and said, Go in peace: and the God of Israel grant thee thy petition that thou hast asked of him. 18 And she said, Let thine handmaid find grace in thy sight. So the woman went her way, and did eat, and her countenance was no more sad.

How does Christ answer the prayers of the bride? Song of Songs 5:1 prepares us for the evening sermon on the coming Lord's Day. In this verse of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that Christ answers the prayers of the bride instantly and abundantly. The devotional unfolds the profound intimacy between Christ and His church, drawing from Song of Songs 5:1 to reveal Christ's joyful, abundant presence and delight in His bride. Central to the message is the divine provision of communion—Christ not only answers the bride's prayer for His coming but declares His full enjoyment of her, having gathered her myrrh and spices, eaten her honeycomb, and drunk her wine and milk, symbolizing His pleasure in her sanctified character, works, fellowship, and nourishing grace. He affectionately calls her garden, sister, and spouse, affirming her identity in Him, while extending the invitation to all believers to partake in His joy as His own friends and beloved ones. The tone is pastoral and celebratory, emphasizing that Christ's presence is not only real but actively communicated, assuring believers of His delight and inviting them to savor His nearness, the fruit of His Spirit, and the joy of eternal fellowship. Christ's provision is not only for the church corporately, but for each individual believer, who is personally cherished and invited into the eternal enjoyment of His delights.

GUARDING OUR HEARTS FOR CONTINUAL REVIVAL.God desires His people—especially men—to live in continual revival, not occasional spiritual highs followed by dryness. While God's love and the Holy Spirit's presence are constant, our hearts must be guarded if the flow of spiritual life is to remain strong and unhindered.In this lesson, we learned that revival is preserved through intentional obedience and daily spiritual discipline. Just as rivers can be blocked, so the work of God in a man's heart can be restricted by sin, distractions, wrong affections, and unguarded attitudes. Scripture calls us not merely to receive God's work, but to keep it.Jesus invites thirsty men to come and drink, promising rivers of living water flowing from within. Paul reminds us that we must continually be filled with the Spirit—an ongoing, deliberate choice. Together, these truths teach us that revival is sustained when we protect what God is doing in our hearts.Continual revival does not happen by accident. It is the result of guarded hearts, ordered steps, and surrendered lives. As men who desire to walk in God's ways, we must diligently protect the work God is doing within us so that the rivers of living water can flow freely—bringing life, strength, and blessing to our homes, our church, and our world."The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD."May we walk those steps faithfully, guarding our hearts for the glory of God.

Being filled with the Spirit requires being saved first of all and spending quality time in God's Word. The Holy Spirit will direct the true child of God through the Word of God. God wants His children to know Him and serve Him faithfully.

This chapter of Proverbs presents a series of wise warnings against ten pervasive spiritual and moral dangers, all rooted in the necessity of self-control and reverence for God. It exposes the traps of greed and indulgence, the fleeting nature of wealth, the deception of false generosity, the corrupting influence of bad company, the exploitation of the vulnerable, the neglect of discipline in parenting, the temptation to envy the ungodly, the destructive consequences of gluttony and drunkenness, the deadly allure of sexual immorality, and the impaired judgment caused by intoxication. At the heart of each warning is the call to fear the Lord, which provides the foundation for wisdom, integrity, and lasting hope. The passage emphasizes that true security and fulfillment are found not in worldly pursuits or self-indulgence, but in godly discipline, humility, and a life rooted in divine instruction. Ultimately, it calls believers to vigilance, self-examination, and a commitment to live under God's authority, where wisdom is not merely knowledge but a way of life shaped by reverence and obedience.

2:01 If the Christian life is difficult, why did Jesus say his burden is light? 4:31 Can you please explain the difference between dispensationalism and replacement theology? 7:03 Are there degrees of sin? 11:57 Is watching pornography better than going out and committing the sin? 16:26 Used to be a homosexual and haven't been active in years, but I still have homosexual thoughts. Am I being punished for my thoughts? 27:56 Can Satan or his minions cause illness in people? 29:54 At the Bema Seat, will sin that we have been forgiven for be brought up at that time? 32:56 If I'm in debt, is it okay to seek bankruptcy? 34:56 If someone dies drunk or on drugs, are they going to heaven or hell? 37:09 Are different Bible translations a trivial matter or should we take it more seriously? 42:40 Is the earth flat or round? 45:29 Is Mormonism a Christian religion? 49:49 Are panic attacks a sin and how do I get rid of them? 53:25 How were the books of the Bible determined?

Roman's 14:15-23; Luke 7:31-35 If we are filled with the Holy Spirit we won't have room for the filth of this world. We are commanded that we shouldn't be brought under the power of anything. If our liberty causes another to sin we won't be held guiltless.

To be filled with the Holy Spirit is not a matter of having more of Him. It is a matter of being controlled by Him. The Holy Spirit indwells the true child of God at the moment of salvation.