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This sermon explores the children of Isreal crossing the Red Sea to demonstrate that God actively fights for His people, providing comfort and assurance in times of crisis. It contrasts the hardened heart of Pharaoh with the faith of Israel, showing how divine power supersedes worldly strength. The preacher emphasizes that believers must rely on spiritual medicine and prayer rather than fear when facing adversity. By using Moses as an example, the text illustrates how God employs human instruments to accomplish His victorious purposes. Ultimately, the message affirms that Christ secures eternal salvation for those who trust in Him.

The Baptist Catechism catechism question 49 teaches us that we are bound to obedience—not by bare force, not by fear of punishment alone, and not by a cold legalism—but because of who God is and what He has done. Authority, covenant relationship, and redemption together create an unbreakable obligation of love and gratitude between God and His people.

One of the characteristics of our culture today is that of violence. All over our nation and the world, many have been impacted by mass shootings, knifings, physical assault and sexual assault, car jackings, teen takeovers and domestic violence. Amidst such times it behooves us to be alert. It's not about being fearful as we go out the door each day, but are there precautions you can take to stay safe or to induce a climate of safety? How should we respond in such times? Returning to Crosstalk to discuss this issue was Dr. Richard Schmidt. Dr. Schmidt is pastor of Union Grove Baptist Church, and founder of Prophecy Focus Ministries. He's the speaker on the weekly TV program, Prophecy Focus and the radio broadcast, Prophecy Unfolding. He is an author of several books primarily related to Bible prophecy. He spent 32 years in law enforcement including that of acting sheriff of Milwaukee County until his retirement. The broadcast began with Dr. Schmidt citing some astounding statistics. 7,618 homicides have taken place in America just since January. The injury total from these homicides 14,245. Up until yesterday there have been 278 mass shootings based on four or more people having been injured or killed. Keep in mind, this is just gun violence as we must remember that violence also takes place in numerous other ways as well. So when it comes to violence, in addition to the categories already listed, are there any special precautions that women should take? What about church gatherings, active shooters or road rage? Review this edition of Crosstalk for the information you need to know in order to stay safe! More Information: myugbc.com

When Wisdom Gets Booed The central truth of this message is that wisdom is not merely recognized by what a person knows, but by how they respond to God's truth. Proverbs continually contrasts the wise and the fool. The wise fear the Lord, welcome His instruction, and gladly submit to His ways. The fool, however, "despises" wisdom—pictured by the Hebrew word as someone who "boos" or gives God's truth a thumbs down in disapproval. The message explains that many people reject God's wisdom, sometimes openly and sometimes quietly in their hearts. Like a crowd booing an official's call, they resist God's authority because they prefer their own way. This rejection is not an intellectual problem but a spiritual one. The issue is not a lack of information but a lack of surrender. Proverbs also teaches that believers must be careful not to become controlled by foolish people. We are called to speak truth with love, but we must remember that we cannot change a fool's heart—only God can. Arguments, pressure, or human effort cannot remove the darkness within. Only the new birth through Jesus Christ can transform a heart from folly to wisdom. The message encourages believers to remain shepherded by Christ rather than manipulated by the reactions of others. God's understanding becomes "a wellspring of life" for those who receive it, and every step of obedient faith leads to greater spiritual insight. Therefore, we are urged to "buy the truth and do not sell it," pursuing God's wisdom at any cost and then generously sharing it with others. Finally, the message points ahead to the beautiful connection between Psalm 37 and Proverbs 24, showing how David's testimony in Psalm 37 is expa

How should Christians respond when suffering continues and circumstances do not make sense? In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Scripture calls believers to respond to suffering with humility, trust, perseverance, and prayer. Christians may not understand everything God is doing, but they can trust His goodness, wisdom, care, and sovereign purposes. Suffering should not drive Christians away from God. It should lead them to humble themselves before Him, depend upon His strength, persevere through trials, and bring their fears and burdens to Him in prayer. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

The sermon emphasizes the essential partnership between the Word of God and personal spiritual testimony, arguing that true faith requires both scriptural truth and lived experience. Drawing from Isaiah 8, the preacher explains how fearing God leads to finding safety in His sanctuary rather than fleeing from it. The message critiques reliance on external sources or emotionalism alone, insisting that authentic spirituality is grounded in humility and submission to divine authority. It contrasts the deceptive promises of worldly spirits with the reliable power of the Holy Ghost who validates the Word through personal transformation. Ultimately, believers are urged to seek a genuine testimony born from walking in the law, allowing God's love and justice to reshape their lives.

Politics matters because people matter, but politics is never ultimate. When political outcomes begin controlling our peace, identity, security, and hope, politics has started carrying a weight that belongs to Christ alone. In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins draws from Psalm 2 and additional passages to explain how the present reign of Christ should shape the Christian's response to elections, leaders, government, cultural instability, and fear. Dave considers the dangers of political obsession, disengagement, tribalism, emotional dependence, and misplaced trust. He also explains how Christians can care deeply about truth, justice, righteousness, life, and religious liberty without becoming consumed by panic or outrage. Governments can restrain evil, but they cannot regenerate the human heart. Political movements cannot reconcile sinners to God. Our ultimate hope is not found in human power, favorable leadership, or cultural influence, but in the unshakable kingdom and sovereign authority of Jesus Christ. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/