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The sermon addresses the false teaching creeping into the Colossian church, which combined Jewish legalism with pagan mysticism to suggest that Christ was insufficient for spiritual maturity. The preacher contrasts these shadowy regulations regarding food, festivals, and asceticism with the substantial reality found in Jesus Christ alone. He argues that such practices foster pride, divisiveness, and judgmentalism rather than true unity and holiness. True Christian maturity is defined not by external rituals but by holding fast to Christ as the head of the body. The message calls believers to reject human traditions that disqualify others and to rest in the complete sufficiency of Christ's work for salvation.

Christians gain or obtain the glory of Jesus Christ as they stand firm in the gospel.

An unnamed woman breaks a costly jar of perfume over Jesus at a leper's dinner party while powerful men plot his death in the city. She is scolded, but Jesus defends her and says her act will be told wherever the gospel is proclaimed. The lowest who see the worth of Christ's suffering will always outshine the powerful who don't, because God's purpose to exalt his Son cannot be overthrown.

Welcome to Through the Psalms, a weekend ministry of The Truth Pulpit. Over time, we will study all 150 psalms with Pastor Don Green from Truth Community Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. We're glad you're with us. Let's open to the Psalms now as we join our teacher in The Truth Pulpit. https://www.thetruthpulpit.com #TruthCommunityChurch #ThroughthePsalms #TheTruthPulpit

This interview explores the spiritual discipline of fasting as a means to achieve breakthrough and draw closer to God. The discussion outlines nine specific types of fasting derived from Scripture, ranging from breaking sin's power to seeking wisdom and physical healing. It emphasizes that fasting must be rooted in genuine repentance and humility rather than legalism or manipulation. The speakers highlight the importance of personal vulnerability and surrender in experiencing God's presence and guidance. Ultimately, the conversation encourages believers to use fasting as a tool for spiritual renewal and effective ministry.

Praying, giving, fasting all to be done secretly! And, "The Lord's Prayer." (Sorry for late arrival. Thanks to Todd for info email.)

How can Christians determine whether a spiritual experience, dream, impression, or supernatural claim is truly from God? In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins explains why every spiritual experience must be evaluated by the authoritative and sufficient Word of God. First John 4:1 commands believers to test the spirits, while 1 Thessalonians 5:21 instructs Christians to test everything and hold fast to what is good. Christians are called neither to accept every spiritual claim nor to reject everything automatically. They are called to exercise careful, Scripture-governed discernment. This episode considers the sufficiency of Scripture, the danger of treating personal experience as the highest authority, the example of the Bereans, and three practical tests Christians can use when evaluating spiritual claims. Experiences may be powerful and emotionally meaningful, but Scripture alone is the final authority for Christian faith and practice. For more from Anchored in the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-wordpage/

The sermon outlines the concept of power encounter, distinguishing between personal defense against demonic attacks and the missionary's offensive ministry to expand God's kingdom. It identifies physical, spiritual, mental-emotional, and social realms as primary battlegrounds where Satan operates through fear, compulsion, and relational strife. The speaker emphasizes that believers must actively engage in spiritual warfare through prayer, fasting, and the renunciation of occult objects or ancestral sins. By claiming the authority of Jesus Christ and cleansing their environment, Christians can overcome demonic influence and experience deliverance. Ultimately, the message urges vigilance and reliance on divine power rather than human effort to maintain spiritual victory.

The devotional emphasizes the importance of cultivating genuine gratitude by intentionally experiencing hunger through a family day of fasting and prayer. It encourages believers to focus on global poverty and displaced families, using resources from humanitarian organizations to educate children about those who lack basic necessities. By simulating scarcity with simple meals, families can develop a deeper appreciation for God's provision and empathize with the hungry. The message highlights that gratitude should stem from sincere awareness of one's blessings rather than routine habit. Ultimately, it calls for practical acts of sacrifice and giving to support those in need, fostering a spirit of thankfulness within the household.