1. Have confidence to draw near to God by the blood of Jesus. (v.19-22) 2. Hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering. (v.23) 3. Consider one another for provoking to love and good works. (v.24-25) 4. Beware of deliberate wandering. (v.26-31)

God's people must really repent which will not be only outward and focused on themselves but inward and focused on God. Repentance is to and for the LORD.

Profound comfort is found in Jesus' promise to prepare a place for believers. This assurance is rooted in Christ's exclusive role as the way to the Father. By examining the historical context of Christian martyrdom and the restoration of Peter, the message highlights that God's love and promises are unconditional and unchangeable, regardless of human failure or persecution. True peace does not come from pursuing ease but from trusting in Christ's faithfulness amidst a hostile world. This trust enables believers to live fearless lives dedicated to sacrificial love and gospel proclamation rather than seeking personal comfort. Ultimately, the central theme is that holding fast to Jesus' word provides a steadfast anchor for the soul in both life and death.

Sunday Morning July 26, 2026

The heresy of asceticism was a key component of Marcion's rejection of God's physical creation. Forbidding marriage and requiring abstinence from foods are demonic teachings that impugn God's goodness and promote pride. All of God's creation is good and intended to be received with thanksgiving. True spirituality comes from a pure heart aligned with Scripture, not from man-made rules or self-imposed denials. Believers are called to enjoy God's gifts while remaining grounded in the Word and prayer.

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. Pastor Don's Books: https://ttwpress.com

In this episode of NAR to Christ, Dawn Hill addresses concerns surrounding The Passion Translation and the larger issue of how Christians should evaluate Bible translations, paraphrases, prophetic claims, and spiritual experiences. The episode considers why believers must test everything by Scripture and refuse to treat personal impressions, emotional language, or claims of fresh revelation as equal to the written Word of God. Scripture warns against adding to God's words and turning away from sound doctrine. This episode calls Christians to love biblical truth, exercise discernment, and remain firmly anchored in the authority, sufficiency, and clarity of Scripture. For more from Dawn, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/dawn-hill/

This sermon explores twelve practical tools derived from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24 that enable believers to live a holy and confident life in anticipation of Christ's return. The speaker outlines specific instructions for church community, including honoring spiritual leaders, avoiding idleness, comforting the discouraged, and maintaining patience and civility toward all people. Key spiritual disciplines highlighted include rejoicing always, praying without ceasing, giving thanks in all circumstances, and not quenching the Holy Spirit. The message emphasizes that sanctification is a progressive work of God, requiring believers to hold fast to truth, abstain from evil, and trust in God's faithfulness to complete His work in them. Ultimately, the text encourages Christians to rely on God's grace and power rather than their own strength to navigate daily challenges with peace and purpose.

The devotional emphasizes the necessity of pursuing a deeper, more intimate relationship with God rather than remaining spiritually complacent. It highlights specific spiritual disciplines such as solitude, study, prayer, service, and fasting as essential means to cultivate godly character. The speaker illustrates how consistent daily choices shape habits, which in turn form the character of Christ within a believer. Through personal anecdotes and biblical examples, the message encourages believers to engage in these practices not as ends in themselves, but as pathways to knowing and loving God more fully. Ultimately, the goal is to develop a lifestyle that reflects Christlike love and trust in everyday situations.