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Pastor Bartlett challenges us to let our light shine!

Jesus reminds the church that He is the open door, He is the way. There are obstacles to the open door but can be overcome by a faithful, willing servant being obedient to the word of God.

Tracing the dispensations from innocence into conscience, the preacher shows that the dominion God originally gave mankind in Genesis 1:26 was forfeited in the fall and usurped by the serpent. He argues from Luke 4, 2 Corinthians 4:3-4, Ephesians 2 and 2 Timothy 2 that Satan is presently the god of this world, holding the lost captive at his will and blinding their minds to the glorious gospel of Christ. Much of the message applies that truth to the moral confusion, addictions and hostility toward Christ seen in the present age, insisting this is not the kingdom age and that Christ will return with a sword to reclaim the kingdoms of the earth. The preacher then calls believers to a burdened, patient and gracious approach to the lost, since they walk in a darkness we once walked in ourselves. He closes from Colossians 1:12-13, urging the unsaved to trust Christ and be translated out of the power of darkness into the kingdom of God's dear Son.

Jesus is coming soon. We must be watchful. Listen as Pastor Brian explains more about what happens next and how to be ready.

1. A Blessed Confession 2. A Powerful Demonstration 3. A Confident Waiting

This sermon analyzes Jesus' final public address in John 12, emphasizing His divine identity and saving purpose. Listen along as Pastor Gable asserts that believing in Jesus is equivalent to believing in God the Father, establishing the deity of Christ as a central truth. Jesus came as light to reveal human sinfulness and as Savior to offer rescue from darkness through faith. The message presents two distinct responses: accepting the command to repent and believe results in receiving eternal life and spiritual clarity. Conversely, rejecting these words leads to future judgment, highlighting the urgency of making a personal decision for Christ.

The sermon examines John 8:44 to identify the devil as the father of lies and a murderer from the beginning, contrasting him with Jesus Christ as the source of truth and life. It traces the origin of all falsehood back to Satan's deception in Eden and his ongoing efforts to blind humanity and distort Scripture. The preacher outlines five specific tactics used by the adversary: denying, twisting, stealing, misdirecting, and deceiving through religious imitation. By analyzing the rejection of Jesus by religious leaders, the message warns believers to discern between spiritual truth and demonic falsehood. Ultimately, it calls listeners to examine their spiritual lineage and embrace the saving truth found only in Christ.

This sermon emphasises the grave responsibility of the church to believe, to uphold and witness to biblical gospel message in an era of increasing opposition. The message argues that greater access to God's Word increases human guilt when that truth is rejected or taken for granted. The preacher warns against self-righteousness and highlights the necessity of the Holy Spirit for true conversion and spiritual insight. Believers are called to reflect Christ's light in a hostile world by actively bearing witness to the gospel rather than remaining neutral. Ultimately, salvation depends solely on faith in Jesus Christ, making the proclamation of this truth a critical duty for all Christians.

A Very Small Thing | Pastor B.J.Stagner The opinions of men—whether criticism or praise—must never become the controlling authority of the believer's life.
 Paul addresses both dangers in this passage: 1 Corinthians 4:1–5: "Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. 3 But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man's judgment: yea, I judge not mine own self. 4 For I know nothing by myself; yet am I not hereby justified: but he that judgeth me is the Lord. 5 Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God." Notice three areas of judgment in this passage. Others, Our's and The Lord - Whose Verdict Controls You? 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