This midweek meeting lesson explores the theological significance of divine chastening as a loving and necessary tool for spiritual growth. Drawing primarily from Hebrews 12, the lesson compares earthly parental discipline with God's chastisement of His children. The central argument posits that while chastening is grievous in the moment, it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness and fosters holiness. By examining the relationship between suffering, obedience, and divine love, the text encourages believers to view correction not as condemnation but as proof of their status as born-again children of God. Ultimately, the passage calls Christians to endure persecution with patience, allowing God's discipline to lead him to repentance and to have faith that his Heavenly Father will provide healing in His time.

In 11:23-26, the writer shifts his focus to the life of Moses, whose faith journey can only begin because his unnamed parents, seeing he was anointed by God, defied Pharaoh's decree and hid their son. And it is because of their faith that Moses came to be saved through the water, like Noah, by way of an ark, and was raised by Pharaoh's daughter. But the writer says that Moses was not happy to remain as an inhabitant of a kingdom of darkness but renounced it and took up with his fellow Hebrews. But the way he did it was not free from sin, as he murdered an Egyptian to do it, leading to his exile. However, despite his messy circumstances, Moses did, in faith, look forward to the reproach of Christ and claimed it as his own. That is what strengthened him to be the deliverer of God's people that he was predestined to be.

Dr. Tara Sander Lee is a Founding Board Member of SALT, Science Alliance for Life and Technology. She is a Science Advisor and Consultant who earned her Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the Medical College of Wisconsin. She has over 30 years' experience in public policy, academic research and clinical medicine with an emphasis on the cause of pediatric disease There are numerous debates as to how far we can delve into scientific research and still hold to a system of ethics. Some say it really doesn't matter as long as it's for the common good. Take, for instance, embryonic stem cell research. Some will claim that since aborted baby tissue would otherwise go in the trash, it's fine to use it for experimentation. Others contend the use of fetal body parts from aborted babies in vaccines and treatment are also okay if others are being helped by it. Did you know there are labs that create human embryos solely for experiments? These embryos are usually destroyed once research is complete. Also, did you know aborted fetal tissue is still used in some medical studies? This research often happens without public awareness or consent. And what about the use of AI? AI tools are shaping choices in healthcare, pregnancy and research. If left unchecked, this can target those who are disabled, the unborn or even older adults. We are headed down a pathway of very concerning technologies, genetic screening, gene editing, cloning, artificial wombs, 3-parent embryos and even human-animal chimeras. Where do we draw the line? When is it time to put the brakes on scientific research to protect ethics and prevent us from going down the pathway of eugenics?

Being active and involved with your neighbors can be a good thing, but we should NOT be hastily involved in neighborhood strife. Also Reference: Proverbs 26:17, James 2:8 https://bbfohio.com

1 John 5:9-13 — It didn't matter whose door was next to yours in Egypt. Unless the blood was on your own doorpost, you had no standing. This is assurance of salvation, verse by verse. This expository preaching message walks through 1 John 5:9-13 using the courtroom language of the passage itself — witnesses, testimony, record, and verdict — to answer one question: can a believer actually know he has eternal life? If you've ever struggled with assurance of salvation, waiting for a feeling to confirm what God has already declared, this verse-by-verse teaching is for you. This message doesn't let the listener hide behind family faith. Young people who assume they're saved because their parents are saved, church members coasting on proximity to sound preaching instead of possessing Christ themselves — this sermon draws that line directly from the text: proximity isn't possession. Assurance of salvation isn't a feeling to chase down. It's a record God has already signed. Working from 1 John 5:9-13, this exposition connects the witness of God to Exodus 12's Passover lamb, Romans 8's witness of the Spirit, and 1 John 2:25's promise of eternal life — showing that God's testimony about His Son stands complete, unrepeated, and never withdrawn. This expository sermon walks through 1 John 5:9-13, explaining: - Why the witness of men still matters even though it's imperfect - The five tests every witness must meet — and how the New Testament writers met them - Why unbelief is not neutral but a verdict against God's own character - What the "witness in himself" is, and what it is not - Why "this is the record" is present tense, not a pending case

WISE BEYOND THEIR YEARS The sermon walks through the light of divine wisdom as a gift that allows believers to perceive life through God's perspective rather than relying solely on personal experience. Drawing primarily from Proverbs 9 and supporting passages in Psalms, it emphasizes that fearing the Lord and knowing the Holy One provides an understanding that transcends age and worldly knowledge. This heavenly insight protects individuals from folly, extends the quality of their days, and enables them to live as wise ambassadors in a fallen world. The message encourages parents and grandparents to model this reliance on God so that younger generations can gain eternal wisdom without having to endure every mistake firsthand. Ultimately, seeking God's unlimited storehouse of truth offers clarity, protection, and a life filled with purpose and glory. Wise Beyond Their Years Proverbs 9:10 teaches that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. True wisdom is more than knowing facts about God; it is receiving God's perspective so we can see life through His eyes. The fear of the Lord can be understood as a holy fear of missing what God is saying, doing, and revealing. We do not want to move through life according to our own understanding. We want His wisdom, because any way of seeing a matter that differs from God's view is the wrong view. When God imparts His wisdom, He enables us to become wise beyond our years. We do not have to experience every sin, mistake, or sorrow personally to understand where it leads. Through His living Word, God gives us the benefit of eternal insight and protects us from much foolishn

Martin Mawyer is president of Christian Action Network. Martin began his career as a journalist for the Religion Today news syndicate and as the Washington news correspondent for Moody Monthly magazine. This resulted in his position as the editor-in-chief of Jerry Falwell's Moral Majority Report. In 1990 he founded the Christian Action Network, a non-profit organization created to protect America's religious and moral heritage through educational and political activism efforts. He's the author of four books and has directed three documentary films. This program is a warning to parents and grandparents. There's a great luring of children through a massive online social gaming platform called Roblox, that's designed for children between the ages of eight and twelve. What children will see is a colorful and endless digital universe of games and experiences. However, there's the dark side where children can find themselves walking right into the trap of predators who can hide behind cartoon avatars where they quietly search for vulnerable youth. What's so concerning about this platform? There's digital strip clubs. You can visit Epstein Island. There's Lego-like avatars that can be engaged in digital sex parties, the sending of sexually explicit messages and much more. Martin also describes the warning signs that may indicate a child is being caught up by this platform, so review this broadcast and then find out what your kids know about Roblox!

The sermon exhorts believers to reclaim spiritual authority by teaching children obedience and honoring parents as commanded in Scripture. It emphasizes the necessity of daily prayer, scripture meditation, and intercession for family, community, and national leadership against spiritual forces. The preacher illustrates the practical application of Ephesians six by detailing the components of God's armor, including truth, righteousness, faith, and the Word. Personal anecdotes highlight how reliance on divine protection enables Christians to navigate worldly challenges and maintain integrity in work and relationships. Ultimately, the message calls for a steadfast commitment to spiritual vigilance and active engagement in prayer to withstand evil.