Politics matters, but it was never designed to carry humanity's ultimate hope. Modern political movements increasingly promise identity, security, justice, transformation, and societal redemption. When people expect politics to provide what only Christ can give, political involvement becomes political idolatry and political power begins functioning as a false gospel. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how Romans 1 exposes humanity's tendency to exchange worship of the Creator for created things. He considers why political systems create the illusion of control, how political identity can overshadow identity in Christ, and why every attempt to produce salvation through human power eventually disappoints. Governments can restrain evil, preserve order, and promote justice imperfectly. But laws cannot regenerate the heart, political power cannot reconcile sinners to God, and no earthly system can establish an eternal kingdom. Christians should care about truth, righteousness, justice, and the good of their neighbors. But they must engage society with their hope firmly anchored in Jesus Christ. Politics is important, but it is never ultimate. Only Christ can redeem what sin has broken. For more Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

The Morning Devotional Season 11 | Edition 68 August 10, 2026 Psalm 101 This devotional explores Psalm 101, focusing on King David's resolve to walk with integrity of heart and reject evil. The message emphasizes that true integrity begins within the heart and requires guarding one's eyes and thoughts against corruption in a modern world filled with distractions. While human efforts to maintain moral purity are insufficient due to inherent sinfulness, believers find their hope in Jesus Christ, who perfectly embodied the blameless life described in the psalm. The sermon encourages listeners to rely on the Holy Spirit for guidance and to look to Christ as the ultimate example of faithfulness and integrity before God.

The Morning Devotional Season 11 | Edition 68 Psalm 101 Providence Presbyterian Church Evansville, IN Pastor's Website: https://theparchment.net/ This devotional explores Psalm 101, focusing on King David's commitment to walking with integrity of heart and rejecting evil. The message emphasizes that true moral uprightness originates from the condition of one's inner life rather than external appearances. It highlights the human inability to maintain perfect holiness without divine assistance and points to Jesus Christ as the only perfect example of such integrity. Believers are encouraged to rely on the Holy Spirit for guidance while looking to Christ as their ultimate Savior and model for righteous living.

This sermon examines Exodus 35 to illustrate the biblical principles of giving for God's work. The preacher emphasises that contributions must be voluntary, worshipful, and motivated by a heart stirred by the Holy Spirit rather than obligation or pressure. Key themes include the necessity of divine wisdom for both leaders and workers in the church, and the call for believers to give generously out of what they already possess as an act of gratitude for God's provision. The message encourages believers to prioritise supporting the local church and missions, viewing their resources as tools for eternal impact. Ultimately, faithful giving is presented as a natural response to receiving God's grace and a testament to the spiritual vitality of the community.

In the Old Covenant, priests had highly symbolic clothing. Among it was a breastplate, which contained four rows of precious stones, each inscribed with the name of one of the twelve tribes of Israel. As the high priest went about his work, he did so with the names of the people on his heart. Jesus, our great high priest, is hours from the cross, and we are on his heart. So he prays. He prayed for his glory. He prayed that we would be kept. And now, he prays for our unity in John 17:20-26. But unity isn't an end in itself, it's unity that points us toward the Son's desire, what he ultimately wants for his beloved people.

Bible Reading: John 14:1-14;27-31 (KJV) Sermon Text: John 14:27 (KJV) "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." The Christian should: 1. Always look to Christ for his peace. 2. Never look to the world for its peace. 3. Enjoy the peace that the world gives. The sermon explores the supernatural peace offered by Jesus Christ, contrasting it with the temporary and superficial peace of the world. Drawing primarily from John 14:27 and Romans 5, the message establishes that true peace is a gift secured through Christ's sacrificial death and received by faith, resulting in reconciliation with God. The Holy Spirit serves as the Comforter who indwells believers, enabling them to maintain this peace amidst life's trials and external chaos. The preacher urges listeners to reject worldly anxieties and instead anchor their hearts in the finished work of the cross. Ultimately, the text calls for a continuous reliance on Christ to enjoy and let His peace rule within the believer's heart.

Why wait for 144,000? Revelation 7:1–17 KJV During the darkest period this world will ever experience, God will demonstrate that neither the Antichrist, persecution, judgment, nor death can stop the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Revelation 7 takes us into one of the darkest periods of human history, yet it reveals an extraordinary display of God's mercy. Before further judgment falls, God seals 144,000 servants from the tribes of Israel. Then John sees a great multitude that no man can number, from every nation, kindred, people, and tongue, standing before the throne and praising the Lamb.This message examines God's sealed servants, the tremendous harvest of souls associated with the Great Tribulation, and the eternal victory awaiting those whose robes are made white in the blood of the Lamb.Revelation 7 also confronts the Church with an urgent question:If God will have witnesses during the Tribulation, what are we doing with our opportunity to witness today?The time to preach Christ is now.The time to reach our families is now.The time to win the lost is now.Until the trumpet sounds, the Church must faithfully proclaim that Jesus Christ still saves.The Church will be gone—but God will not be silent.

The sermon examines the final centuries of Judah to illustrate that outward religious reform cannot substitute for genuine inward spiritual transformation. By analyzing the reigns of kings like Hezekiah, Manasseh, and Josiah, the message demonstrates how the nation experienced cycles of revival and rebellion while their hearts remained unchanged. The preacher argues that relying on the faith of leaders or cultural surroundings results in a fragile belief system that collapses when circumstances shift. Ultimately, Judah's destruction serves as a sobering warning against superficial piety and highlights the necessity of personal, wholehearted devotion to God.

"Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water." Hebrews 10:22 Hebrews 10:22 is not an isolated invitation. It rests upon everything Paul has established concerning the finished work, sufficient sacrifice, and present priesthood of Jesus Christ. The command to "draw near" is therefore not built upon religious emotion, human merit, ceremonial observance, or personal worthiness. It is built entirely upon what Christ accomplished through His blood. Have you recently decided to follow Jesus? Take your next step with Jesus: https://cbcgb.co.uk ⛪ ABOUT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCHES: We believe that our Calvary Baptist Churches are a movement for all people to know God, Reaching Others, Building Lives, Honouring God and Make a Difference. 🤝 Support this ministry and help us reach more people with the Gospel: https://cbcgb.co.uk/give/ STAY CONNECTED: 🌐 Website: https://cbcgb.co.uk/ 🌐 Website: https://bjstagner.com 👍 Facebook: / Calvary Baptist Church-Cynon Valley 👍 Facebook: / Cardiff-Calvary Baptist Church 📸 Instagram: / @cibc_cynonvalley 📸 Instagram: / @calvary_cardiff 🎥 YouTube: / @calvarybaptistchurchesofGB