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Remaining faithful to Christ can cost us approval, comfort, friendships, and opportunities. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain biblical courage and a conscience governed by Scripture. Working through Acts 5:29, Proverbs 29:25, and other passages, Dave considers the fear of man, the pressure to compromise, and the difference between conviction and stubbornness. He explains why Christian courage includes humility, gentleness, repentance, and wisdom about which disagreements require a firm response. Listeners are encouraged to practice faithfulness in everyday life and to look to Jesus Christ, whose finished work and resurrection give His people confidence when obedience becomes costly. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

This lesson examines the theological significance of the Fall in Genesis, arguing that the serpent's primary weapon was the introduction of doubt regarding the authority of God's Word. By questioning the command, Satan shifted the burden of proof from the believer to God, replacing settled confidence in divine truth with human judgment and pride. This analysis connects the ancient narrative to contemporary challenges, noting that modern skepticism often demands evidence for biblical truth while rejecting the need to prove atheism. The teacher warns that this shift toward consequentialist thinking and self-reliance is a trap that cannot be escaped through human reasoning alone. Ultimately, the message calls for a return to humility and implicit trust in the reliability of Scripture, contrasting the prideful response of Adam and Saul with the humble submission of Moses and David.

Acts 19 shows Paul dealing with the religious and philosophical confusion of the world. In Ephesians 4:14 he referred to people being "… Tossed to and fro and carried about by every wind of doctrine..."

Christians are called to contend for the faith while correcting opponents with gentleness. Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain why the gospel, biblical authority, and faithful worship must be defended. Learn to distinguish serious error from secondary disagreements and pursue discernment marked by courage, patience, and love for Christ and His church. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

While exploring SermonAudio's new article section, I discovered the Independent Baptist Institute and its extensive collection of ministry courses, doctrinal teaching, and biblical exposition\. We examine the institute's educational philosophy, explore its available resources, and sample a lecture on biblical interpretation\. An opportunity to discover, investigate, and think critically\. Explore the institute and its course collections: https://www.sermonaudio.com/article/ibi/independent-baptist-institute

God declares sinners righteous by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains the biblical doctrine of justification, the righteousness of Christ counted to believers, and the distinction between justification and sanctification. Working through Romans, Galatians, Ephesians, and James, Dave shows why good works are the fruit of saving faith and never the basis of our acceptance before God. Learn how sola fide protects the gospel, strengthens Christian assurance, and encourages a life of grateful obedience. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

The sermon explores the theological significance of Christ as the appointed heir of all things, arguing that this title refers to a specific event in time rather than an eternal state. It emphasizes the necessity of warning believers against distractions and false philosophies that divert attention from the fullness of wisdom found in Christ. By examining the temptation of Jesus and the subsequent exaltation following His resurrection, the message highlights that Christ's ownership of the world is contingent upon His suffering and victory. The preacher urges the congregation to pursue a radical devotion to Christ, allowing His glory to fill the mind and heart, thereby overcoming spiritual drift and apathy. This pursuit is presented as the key to experiencing the profound sweetness and intimacy described by historical Christian figures.