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This sermon critically examines the theological roots of extreme Calvinism, arguing that its deterministic framework originates from pagan Stoic, Gnostic, and Platonic philosophies rather than biblical revelation. The speaker traces the development of TULIP doctrines back to Augustine, suggesting that his shift toward determinism in the fifth century introduced a non-biblical view of God's sovereignty that contradicts the early church's understanding of human responsibility. By analyzing key passages such as Ephesians 1:4 and John 6, the presentation contends that Calvinist interpretations of election and atonement distort the biblical message of grace, which emphasizes faith as the means of receiving salvation rather than a result of prior regeneration. The tone is instructional and corrective, urging believers to distinguish between the personal, relational God of Scripture and the deterministic deity of ancient pagan systems. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a return to a biblical view of sovereignty that preserves both God's authority and human moral agency.

Eph 1:8  "which He caused to abound toward us in all wisdom and understanding;"    Last week: "He caused to" "abound" (super in a more than enough way) "toward us"   8b) "....... in all wisdom and understanding."  sophia sof-ee'-ah We know the Greeks had an appeal to this word (ancient Greek philosophy. Paul combats that in His teaching with distinctions between God's wisdom and man's wisdom.

Cultural controversies change constantly, but the worldview beneath them remains the same: humanity's rejection of God's authority to define reality. In this Weekly Watch episode, Dave Jenkins explains how Romans 1 equips Christians to recognize the lies beneath modern debates about identity, sexuality, human dignity, freedom, technology, justice, and truth. Christians are called to resist compromise and cruelty, renew their minds through God's Word, speak truth in love, and rest in the reign of Christ. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Church History #184 The Philosophy of Muhammad's Religion The Life of Muhammad #19 Pages 250-262 highlights Dr. Jim Philips teaches the Life of Muhammad and the history of Religion in this ongoing series from the book The life of Muhammad the Apostle of God by Ibn Ishaq PAGES 250-262 the Quran and other sources. If anyone would like to make a donation all donations no matter how small will be appreciated. Thank you. Our Address in Fish Lake Valley is POB 121 Dyer, Nevada 89010. You may also make a donation by pushing the support button at the top of this page. You Can make your donation through paypal or any credit card. Thank You IRS EIN 82-5114777 2026 09 19

MUH #19 The Philosophy of Muhammad's Religion The Life of Muhammad Pages 250-262 highlights Dr. Jim Philips teaches the Life of Muhammad and the history of Religion in this ongoing series from the book The life of Muhammad the Apostle of God by Ibn Ishaq PAGES 250-262 the Quran and other sources. If anyone would like to make a donation , all donations no matter how small will be appreciated. Thank you. Our Address in Fish Lake Valley is POB 121 Dyer, Nevada 89010. You may also make a donation by pushing the support button at the top of this page. You Can make your donation through paypal or any credit card. Thank You IRS EIN # 82-5114777

In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins explains Romans 12:1–2 and the biblical necessity of a renewed mind. In a culture filled with competing voices, false teaching, emotionalism, and worldly philosophies, believers are called not to be conformed to this age but to be transformed by the renewing of their minds through God's Word. Dave considers the relationship between doctrine and godliness, the role of the local church in spiritual maturity, and the sufficiency of Scripture to guard Christians from deception and conform them to Christ. For more from Contending for the Word, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

There are many philosophies that claim to be or lead to the truth, but the musing of man will always fall short due to the effect of sin which blinds and corrupts the mind. However, since the God of truth has revealed Himself, His work and His will in the holy Scriptures, man can know the truth if he will believe and follow it. This sermon explains why we believe to the Bible to be true. It is not a "leap of faith." It is the only reasonable conclusion after looking at all the evidence.

The lesson examines the infiltration of pragmatism into the church, arguing that a consumer-oriented approach to ministry distorts both evangelism and worship. It contrasts the normative and regulative principles of worship, asserting that the regulative principle correctly identifies God as the sole audience, whereas the normative principle risks reducing worship to entertainment for the congregation. The discussion extends to the relationship between church and state, emphasizing that while they operate in separate spheres with distinct authorities (the keys and the sword), both are bound by the same moral law. The teacher critiques consequentialist ethics and situational ethics as relativistic, advocating instead for a deontological framework grounded in divine duty. Ultimately, the message calls for the removal of worldly compromises from the church to ensure its witness remains faithful to Scripture and distinct from societal trends.

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