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This teaching outlines a philosophy for building up the church through preaching, emphasising that the congregation consists of redeemed believers who are already positioned in Christ. It argues that preaching must move beyond mere behavioral correction to address the heart, utilizing Scripture for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness. The message distinguishes between person-centered preaching, which redirects hearts toward Christ and grace, and problem-centered preaching, which offers only temporary relief. By focusing on progressive sanctification and the eschatological hope of maturity, the teaching calls for a holistic approach that integrates public proclamation with private teaching and counseling to equip saints for ministry.

Our culture tells us to trust our hearts, follow our feelings, and live our truth. Scripture gives Christians a better foundation. God created emotions as gifts, but emotions were never intended to function as our authority. In this episode of the Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins explains why feelings are real but not always reliable, why spiritual experiences must be tested by Scripture, and how Christians can submit their emotions to the unchanging truth of God's Word. Feelings change, but Jesus Christ and His Word remain unchanged. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

The New Apostolic Reformation promotes modern apostles, continuing prophetic revelation, dominion theology, strategic-level spiritual warfare, and revival movements centered on extraordinary experiences. These teachings raise a foundational issue for every Christian: who possesses authority in the church? In this episode, Dave Jenkins examines the central teachings of the New Apostolic Reformation and contrasts modern apostolic and prophetic claims with the sufficient and authoritative Word of God. He also explains how genuine revival is marked by repentance, holiness, love for Christ, obedience, and renewed commitment to biblical truth. The church does not need celebrity apostles, new revelation, or counterfeit revival. It needs Christ, faithful preaching, sound doctrine, biblical local churches, and confidence in the Word God has already given. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Dealing with depression or discouragement in your life? Tune in as Dr. Mark Hamby and co-host, Molly Mayo are joined by Professor Colin Smith to see what the Book of Hebrews has to say about moving from discouragement to encouragement. Our mission at Lamplighter Ministries is to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christlike character, one story at a time. To learn more about our family collection of rare books, dramatic audios or guild programs visit lamplighter.net. Looking for a Christian college that offers more than a degree? We understand that it's a challenge and that's why we created The Masters Guild. The Masters Guild will prepare you to think theo-logically, how God thinks, in order to live theo-centrically—how Jesus lived! Thirty years in the making, a new educational model has been launched. Built upon time-tested philosophies, this new educational platform will prepare students morally, educationally, philosophically, and theologically. THE MASTERS GUILD has implemented a cutting-edge approach to education that will prepare students to be productive, creative, and entrepreneurial. Visit themastersguild.net for more information. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and mission of Lamplighter Ministries. Our standard is the Bible, and we encourage listeners to always test everything heard in this podcast against the truths of Scripture.

The kids message explores the Sixth Commandment through the metaphor of a traffic light to teach children how to value human life. It emphasizes that because humans are made in God's image, taking life is strictly forbidden, while preserving it is required. The teaching urges believers to slow down and resist hatred in their hearts before anger leads to sin. Finally, it encourages active protection of others by obeying safety rules and praying for divine help. This approach connects theological principles with practical daily conduct for young listeners.

Spoken at Grace Life Bible Fellowship of Crandon, Wisconsin: What kind of light is Jesus Christ? What Kind of darkness is in this world? We need to be examined by this light, drawn to this light, and follow this light.

Theme: Followers of Christ should not live as those who do not know the true and living God but rather should strive to live a new way as they have learned Christ. In this passage we see that believers should reject worldly philosophies, such as striving for a better version of oneself, and instead follow the biblical call to put off the old self and put on the new self created in God's likeness. In order to do this, we need to be renewing our minds through Scripture, recognizing the danger of a hardened heart, and actively mortifying sin rather than merely managing it. True fulfillment and holiness are found only in knowing Christ and living according to His truth!

Why is there something instead of nothing?