On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave continues our attributes and character of God series considering the fear of God and the fear of man, union with Christ, the means of grace, and addressing the fear of man in our lives, among other topics on this new Equipping You in Grace show.What you'll hear in this episode• Scripture's teaching on the fear of God and the fear of man.• How to deal with the fear of man in our lives.• How the fear of God helps the Christian today.• Instruction from Dr. Derek Thomas and Dr. Sproul on the fear of God and the fear of man.• The fear of God and obedience to the Lord.• Our union with Christ, the means of grace, and addressing the fear of man.• The connection between wisdom, knowledge, and understanding.• The dangers of not addressing the fear of man in the Christian life. Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave considers current statistics on the character of God, why understanding God's character and attributes is vital for Christians, how to dig deeper into the character and attributes of God, among other topics What you'll hear in this episode• Why understanding God's character and attributes is vital for the Christian.• Current statistics on the character of God.• What Scripture teaches about the character and attributes of God. • How to dig deeper into the character and attributes of God.• Recommended books on the character and attributes of God.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave answers listener questions on key topics such as the baptism of the Spirit, the Church's need for reform based on Scripture, understanding demonic oppression, and the importance of hearing from God today. Tune in for insightful biblical wisdom and practical guidance in this new episode!What you'll hear in this episode• The baptism of the Holy Spirit.• Why the Church must reform around the Word of God.• Demonic oppression verses demonic oppression.• The Word of God, the means of grace, and "hearing from God" today.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave continues our Church series considering a brief history of pragmatism, the dangers of pragmatism and an entertainment approach to ministry, along with instruction from Voddie Baucham, Todd Friel on the dangers of pragmatism, and the means of grace, among other topics on this new episode.What you'll hear in this episode• A Brief History of Pragmatism.• The dangers of pragmatism to worship and ministry.• The dangers of an entertainment approach to ministry.• Instruction from Voddie Baucham, Todd Friel, and John MacArthur on the dangers of pragmatism and the means of grace.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave is joined by Ernie Baker and they discuss the importance of biblical eldership, the marks and signs of spiritual abuse and what those who are experiencing it should do, among other topics on this new Equipping You in Grace show.What you'll hear in this episode• Defining and explaining the importance of biblical eldership.• The attitude and demeanor of a pastor.• What biblical counseling is and why it is vital today.• The marks and signs of spiritual abuse.• What those who are experiencing spiritual abuse should do about it in their church.About Today's GuestErnie is the Director of Training for Biblical Counseling Ministries Worldwide. He is also the chair of the on-line degree in Biblical Counseling at The Master's University. He has contributed to numerous books and is the author of Marry Wisely, Marry Well, a blueprint for personal preparation and Help! I'm in a Conflict (both by Shepherd Press). Ernie is a Fellow with The Association of Certified Biblical Counselors and a Conciliator with The Institute for Christian Conciliation.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave considers how Christians should think of false teachers, and identify them, why Christians must not platform false teachers, why apologetics is good for the local church and how local churches can train Christians to engage in apologetics, among other topics on this new Equipping You in Grace show. What you'll hear in this episode• Why Christians call out false teachers.• Why Christians must preach the right Jesus and refute false views of Jesus.• Why Christians should not platform false teachers.• How to know when to speak out against a false teacher.• Instruction from Justin Peters and John MacArthur on identifying false teachers. • Voddie Baucham on how ordinary Christians can do apologetics.• Why apologetics is good for the mission of the Church.• How local churches can train people in their church to engage in apologetics. Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave is joined by John Stamper how faithful figures in church history can help Christians today to stand on the Word and be equipped in their faith, entrusting our efforts to God's glory, encouraging one another, along with his new book, Courage to Stand: Profiles of Enduring Faith (Master Books, 2024). What You'll Hear on this Episode• How the figures in church history can help Christians today to stand and be equipped in their faith.• How William Tyndale, John Wycliffe, and Martin Luther teach us to stand for Christ in our own day.• How God desires to use us in our own day with the abilities, gifts, and talents He has given us.• What William Tyndale can teach us about entrusting our efforts to the Lord and not get discouraged.• How someone from Gen Z can relate to the bold courage of the Apostle Paul.• How Daniel and his friends teach us to stand courageous against a godless culture with the Word.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave considers the meaning of Matthew 18 and why discernment ministries are not violating Matthew 18. Dave also provides instruction from Justin Peters and John MacArthur on biblical discernment and explores the dangers of weaponizing Matthew 18, among other topics on this new Equipping You in Grace show. What you'll hear in this episode• The meaning of Matthew 18 and the purpose of church discipline.• Instruction from Justin Peters and John MacArthur on biblical discernment. • Answering critics of discernment ministries.• Why discernment ministries are not violating Matthew 18.• The danger of weaponizing Matthew 18.• Charles Spurgeon and the Downgrade Controversy.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace show, Dave talks with Colin Smith about helping people get a big picture of the Bible in our local churches, why opening the Bible with others is vital, along with his new book, Drive Through the Bible: A 30-Day Journey (Moody Press, 2025). Pick up Colin's book here: https://amzn.to/3F9weWLWhat you'll hear in this episode• Helping people to get a big picture of the Bible in our local churches.• Why biblical overviews can help God's people.• What the Bible is and all about, and why that matters.• Why opening the Bible with other is so vital.About Today's GuestCOLIN SMITH serves as senior pastor of The Orchard with six campuses across Chicagoland. Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, Colin received his Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Master of Philosophy from the London School of Theology. Colin is the author of several books including The Ten Greatest Struggles of Your Life and Fly Through the Bible: A Brief Introduction. He can be heard daily on the Open the Bible radio broadcast and at openthebible.org and openthebible.org.uk. Colin and his wife, Karen, have two sons and five granddaughters.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!

On today's Equipping You in Grace, Dave continues the Church series considering why biblical church membership matters, reasons to consider, wrong reasons for, and how to leave a local church in a Christ-centered way, among other topics on a new Equipping You in Grace show.What you'll hear in this episode• Why biblical church membership matters.• Jonny Ardavanis and John MacArthur on the importance of church membership.• Christopher Gordon and Derek Thomas on concerns and circumstances on leaving a church.• Eight things to consider when leaving a church. • Seven wrong reasons for leaving a church.• Three basic and acceptable reasons for leaving a church.• How to leave a local church in a Christ-honoring way.Subscribing to the showWebsite: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/equipping-you-in-grace/id1046765197Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2hSxiDWtUUADAlaDFijRE4 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/37029196-cf49-4ecf-80c2-7a7aa846ff9e/equipping-you-in-graceYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/servantsofgraceDonate to our ministry: https://servantsofgrace.org/giving/Thanks for watching to this episode of Equipping You in Grace!