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This devotional explores the biblical standard for evaluating one's thoughts through the eight criteria listed in Philippians 4:8. It argues that believers must measure their mental life against attributes such as truth, honesty, justice, purity, loveliness, good report, virtue, and praiseworthiness to ensure their thinking conforms to reality and God's will. The teaching addresses common pitfalls like fantasy, gossip, and immoral imagery, urging listeners to reject thoughts that are not worthy of a child of God. By intentionally focusing on these godly attributes, the sermon promises that the God of peace will be present in the believer's life. The message concludes with a call to self-examination and prayer, emphasizing that a person's inner thoughts determine their outward actions and spiritual state.

This message was preached to those gathered at Sunnyhill Nursing Home in Tama, Iowa. We should pray when we are in great need and not despair.

Dave Jenkins explains the clarity of Scripture and why ordinary Christians can understand God's Word with confidence and humility. He discusses difficult passages, reading in context, the Holy Spirit's work of illumination, and the role of faithful pastors and study resources. Learn practical habits for interpreting Scripture carefully, applying it faithfully, and growing in the knowledge of Christ. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

This sermon explores the theological promise that all Israel will be saved, centering on the identity of the Deliverer who will come out of Zion. The speaker connects Romans 11 with numerous Psalms and prophetic books to illustrate that Jesus Christ is the ultimate Deliverer who will return to Jerusalem, specifically standing on the Mount of Olives, to establish His kingdom. The message contrasts the current age of grace, where God does not impute sin, with the future period of judgment and the Great Tribulation, emphasizing that the church is secure in heavenly places while Israel awaits national restoration. A significant portion of the discourse is dedicated to warning against false prophets and self-appointed end-times predictors who have historically failed to correctly identify the timing of Christ's return. The sermon concludes by urging believers to rely solely on the Word of God and the finished work of Christ at Calvary, rather than engaging in speculative date-setting or trusting in human interpretations of signs.

This sermon examines the contrasting fates of apostles James and Peter in Acts 12, highlighting God's sovereign choice to martyr one and miraculously deliver the other. The central theme emphasizes the efficacy of the early church's ceaseless prayer for Peter, arguing that divine intervention often defies human expectations and timing. The speaker critiques the hypocrisy of religious leaders who possess a form of godliness but deny its power, contrasting their moral rot with the genuine faith of the believers. By reflecting on the angel's sudden appearance and the opening of the iron gate, the message encourages believers to stand firm in their convictions and trust in God's ability to act supernaturally, even when answers seem delayed or coincidental.

In 2019, the Pope of the Roman Catholic Church altered the English translation of the Lord's Prayer from 'and lead us not into temptation' to 'and do not let us fall into temptation'. Yet his alteration is linguistically indefensible. In doing this, the Pope has evidently not regarded what the Word of God actually says, but instead only to his own notions of God. However, given his stumbling, it may be profitable to inquire concerning their true meaning. To read the article: https://www.tbsbibles.org/page/AndLeadUsNotIntoTemptation To learn more about TBS: https://www.tbsbibles.org/ This article was written by Larry Brigden and narrated using artificial intelligence.

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