This sermon explores the Olivet Discourse, specifically focusing on the parable of the faithful and wise servant in Matthew 24. The central message emphasizes that readiness for Christ's imminent return requires active stewardship and persevering faithfulness rather than passive waiting. By contrasting the faithful servant who is found doing the Master's work with the wicked servant who presumes upon delay, the text highlights the necessity of genuine, ongoing obedience. The preacher uses historical examples like William Carey and biblical warnings from 2 Peter to urge believers to live with eternal perspective. Ultimately, the sermon calls for self-examination to ensure that one's heart is truly transformed and prepared for the final judgment.

Observation, Interpretation, and application. Those are the tree steps in inductive Bible study. Join Pastor Steve he address the importance of all three and why they follow a particular order in understanding the Bible.

In this class we walk through the 1 Thessalonians 3 to see how affliction is part of the Christian's appointment, how a shepherd's heart carries deep concern for the flock, how the endurance of ordinary believers gives life to those who labor among them, and how the proper response is earnest prayer for increasing love and blameless holiness—always with the return of Christ in view. Join us as we learn to stand firm, love more deeply, and keep our eyes fixed on the coming of the Lord.

This sermon draws a sharp distinction between the former lifestyle of unbelievers and the new walk required of believers, based on Ephesians 4. The preacher emphasizes the necessity of putting off the old nature characterized by vanity and deceit while putting on the new nature created in righteousness. Key practical applications include speaking truth to neighbors, managing anger without giving place to the devil, working honestly to provide for others, and using speech that edifies rather than corrupts. Through personal anecdotes, the message highlights the conviction of sin and the need for daily reliance on God to maintain integrity in thoughts, actions, and words. The central intent is to urge believers to examine their hearts and align their conduct with the transformative work of Christ.

In 2 Corinthians 5:9-21, Paul shows that those who are in Christ are new creatures, called to live for the One who died and rose again for them. Ronnie Burge explains that salvation is entirely by grace through faith, yet the changed Christian life requires diligence: cleansing away worldly filthiness, renewing the mind through God's word, and refusing spiritual stagnation. Drawing from his own testimony of deliverance, he urges believers to stay close to the word and let others see that Jesus Christ has made them different.

The sermon examines James 1:6-8 to warn against the spiritual danger of being double-minded, defined as having divided loyalties and a wavering heart. It illustrates this instability through three examples: believers lacking conviction in prayer, backsliders who desire worldly pleasures alongside Christian blessings, and unconverted individuals unable to fully commit to Christ due to hidden idols. Drawing on biblical figures like Elijah and the rich young ruler, the text emphasizes that compromise leads to spiritual paralysis and hinders one's relationship with God. The preacher urges listeners to examine their own hearts for divided affections and to pursue single-minded devotion to Jesus Christ. Ultimately, the message calls for decisive faith and wholehearted surrender to avoid the instability of a divided spirit.

Today Pastor Wayne Sanders continues the series in Hebrews with an exhortation from Hebrews 3 not to harden your heart when you hear the Lord's voice calling to you. The writer of Hebrews references a passage from Psalms. It is important that we hear and obey God's voice. It could one day be a matter of life or death. Listen and know the importance of hearing first and then obeying the voice of God. God bless you this week as you work on your Christian walk!