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A devotional delivered to the congregation of Emmanuel Reformed Baptist Church (SeaTac, WA) at the Wednesday night prayer meeting.

From South Wake Prayer Meetiing 10/28

This sermon shifts focus from warning against false teachers to encouraging believers to anchor themselves in the authentic truth of the apostolic faith. The central message urges the church to distinguish between counterfeit teachings and the genuine revelation given by the apostles of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that security is found in remembering established doctrine rather than seeking new revelations. The text highlights the danger of division and sensual living among those who lack the Holy Spirit, contrasting this with the call for believers to build one another up in love and unity. Practical application includes examining teachings against Scripture, maintaining church unity through direct communication, and balancing the study of God's Word with prayer led by the Holy Spirit. The tone is pastoral and instructional, aiming to strengthen the congregation's confidence in their faith and their relationship with God.

This message is from the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace / SO4G 2026 Midweek - Wednesday Sermon/Lesson Series from the Sermon Audio Broadcast Series. This message was delivered by Brother, Bennie Akers at the Calvary Baptist Church (SBC) in Betsy Layne, Kentucky. The title of this message was 'Learning to Pray like Jesus', the main text was taken from the book of Luke 11:1-4, as well as several other Scripture verses.

1:33 Can you lose your salvation according to Hebrews 6:4? 4:50 Could you explain what it means to remain in Christ according to John 15:4? 14:03 Is verbal abuse grounds for divorce from a professing Christian husband? 23:35 Should a pastor be removed if his adopted son commits child sexual abuse? 27:48 How do head coverings for women work in the church today? 42:09 What does fear of the Lord mean in the Bible? 48:43 Will we be made aware of how our enemies will be judged? 50:00 How do we justify praying when God already knows what we need? 53:18 In Genesis 1:2 what are the waters being described?

This sermon explores the book of Habakkuk as a model for honest and bold prayer, highlighting the prophet's dialogue with God regarding the prevalence of wickedness and the apparent delay in divine judgment. The central message encourages believers to bring their struggles and doubts directly to the Lord, trusting that His answers, though sometimes unexpected or delayed, are always right and sufficient. Key theological themes include the sovereignty of God over history, the necessity of patience in waiting for His appointed time, and the ultimate assurance that the just shall live by faith. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, urging the congregation to move from anxiety to settled peace by aligning their perspective with God's will, as demonstrated by Habakkuk's final song of praise despite unchanged circumstances.