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God has given us six days for our ordinary work and recreation—but the Lord's Day is special. Just as birthdays and holidays are marked by celebration, Sunday should look different because Jesus rose from the dead! In this kids message, Pastor Sam explains how we honor the Lord's Day through worship, rest, fellowship, and rejoicing in Christ. Big Truth: The Lord's Day is a holy day to remember and celebrate that Jesus is risen! "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy." —Exodus 20:8

"O Timothy!" This was Paul's earnest plea with the young man following in his footsteps. We need to hear that plea today as Paul crying out to each of us saying the same thing he said to Timothy. We must steadfastly hold onto the faith and the Word of God entrusted to us, and not yield to the seductive influence of worldly philosophies and false science. Salvation and the Word of God are immutable foundations that must not be compromised or altered by cultural shifts or deceptive teachings. Compare the contrast between the stability of biblical authority with the transient nature of modern media and societal trends, which often distract from eternal truths. Believers are called to prove all things, actively avoiding profane distractions and testing all things against Scripture to maintain their spiritual integrity. Remaining faithful to these core doctrines ensures survival in perilous times and honors God's unchanging character.

The sermon exhorts young people to maintain a pure life by diligently guarding their conduct according to God's Word. It contrasts the world's philosophy of delaying spiritual commitment with the biblical call for immediate, conscious submission to Christ's authority. The preacher emphasizes that true faith involves active obedience and deep meditation on Scripture rather than passive reliance on doctrine alone. By storing up the Word in the heart, believers can resist youthful passions and worldly distractions that stain their spiritual walk. Ultimately, the message calls for an extraordinary, determined lifestyle of dependence on Jesus to live righteously and turn the world upside down.

Not everything that sounds spiritual comes from God. Spiritual language, emotional sincerity, personal experience, and cultural popularity are not sufficient tests of truth. Christians are commanded in 1 John 4:1 not to believe every spirit, but to test the spirits according to the written Word of God. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins explains how Christians can grow in biblical discernment in a culture that increasingly treats truth as personal and flexible. He considers Scripture as the final standard, the biblical truth about Jesus Christ as an essential doctrinal test, and the importance of developing discernment through regular Bible reading, sound preaching, and faithful participation in the local church. Biblical discernment is not merely the ability to identify false teachers. It is the Spirit-enabled maturity to understand, handle, and apply God's Word accurately. As Christians become increasingly grounded in Scripture, they are better prepared to recognize deception, help those trapped in error, and stand firm when the culture around them shifts. For more from Contending for the Word, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

This lesson focuses on the trajectory of human philosophy leading into the 21st century.

Schools do more than teach facts. Every educational system is built on assumptions about God, truth, morality, humanity, identity, and purpose. In this short clip, Dave Jenkins explains why education is never worldview-neutral and why Christians must carefully examine the ideas shaping students today. Much of modern education is grounded in secular humanism rather than the authority and sufficiency of God's Word. Ideas shape beliefs, and beliefs shape lives. Christians must recover a biblical view of the mind and learn to evaluate every educational philosophy through the truth of Scripture. Learn more in Dave Jenkins's new book, *The War of the Worldviews*: Servants of Grace Shop: https://servantsofgrace.org/product/war-of-worldviews-book/ Amazon: https://amzn.to/4wQsj6M

Angel numbers and recurring numerical patterns are often presented as messages from angels, God, or the universe. Their growing popularity has carried these New Age beliefs into social media, popular culture, and even some professing Christian circles. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins speaks with Doreen Virtue about the New Age origins and spiritual dangers of angel numbers. Doreen explains how she coined and popularized the phrase during her former New Age career and how the supposed meanings were received through meditation, altered states, and automatic writing. Dave and Doreen examine why angel numbers are a form of divination, why biblical numbers should never be turned into personal revelation, and how mystical signs can draw people away from the sufficient Word of God. They also discuss counterfeit revelation, spiritual downloads, biblical decision-making, spiritual discernment, and how Christians can lovingly help friends and family involved in New Age spirituality. God's people do not need hidden messages or secret revelations. God has spoken clearly and sufficiently in Scripture, which equips believers to test spiritual claims, resist deception, and remain grounded in Jesus Christ. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/