From Genesis 1.2 to 2.1 God brings form, fulness, light, and habitation to creation by the operation of His Spirit. From Genesis 3.6 to Revelation 21,22 God de-creates in judgment, but recreates in grace, bringing final and lasting form, fulness, light, and habitation by the operation of His Spirit in the redemption and consummation of all things.

God the Father predestines. God the Son redeems by His blood. God the Spirit seals and is given as an earnest deposit toward the day of redemption. Salvation is secure in the Godhead.

The sermon explores the theological foundation of the Sabbath as a day designed for delighting in God through communion with Christ. It identifies two primary reasons for keeping the Sabbath holy: remembering God as Creator and celebrating His work of redemption in Jesus Christ. The preacher argues that the Sabbath serves as a weekly reminder of human dependence on God and the believer's deliverance from sin, countering the world's tendency to despise this commandment. By focusing on these truths, believers find spiritual fortification for the rest of the week and anticipate eternal rest. Ultimately, the day is presented not as a burden but as a joyful opportunity to give thanks for the gospel.

This message is from the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace / SO4G 2026 Friday Devotional Message Series - Sermon Audio Broadcast Series. This message was delivered by SO4G Director, Brother Douglas Salyer at the Princess Chapel Church in Ashland, Kentucky. The title of this devotional message was 'Perseverance of the Saints', the main text was taken from the book of Romans 8:28-30, as well as various other Scripture texts.

The sermon emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the sole Savior and the exclusive focus of the Christian faith, rejecting any addition of works or human effort to salvation. Drawing primarily from Matthew 17:8 and the epistles of Paul, it argues that true preaching must center entirely on Christ crucified rather than legalistic demands. The text highlights that salvation is a gift of grace received through God-given faith, not earned by merit or religious performance. It further illustrates the supremacy of knowing Christ over all worldly knowledge and religious prestige, citing Paul's desire to count everything as loss for the sake of winning Christ. Ultimately, the message calls believers to fix their eyes solely on Jesus as the mediator, refuge, and object of eternal life.

The sermon emphasizes that God remains sovereign and faithful to His covenant promises despite the ongoing exile of Israel under Gentile rule. It draws a parallel between the historical struggles of the Jewish people and the spiritual pilgrimage of believers, urging both groups to remain steadfast in faith while awaiting the Messiah's return. The message highlights the necessity of divine revelation over human speculation for true assurance and comfort. It challenges listeners to reject compromise and preach God's Word with authority, mirroring the prophet Zechariah's obedience. Ultimately, the broadcast serves as a reminder that God has not forgotten His people and is actively working toward their ultimate redemption.

The devotional centers on the urgent call to pray for more laborers in God's global harvest, drawing from Luke 10:2 to emphasize the vast spiritual need in the world and the critical shortage of committed missionaries. It underscores the pastoral responsibility of believers to intercede for those on the mission field, including their families and children, who face unique challenges such as cultural dislocation and spiritual vulnerability. The message highlights practical ways to engage—adopting a missionary family, supporting children's ministries like Child Evangelism Fellowship, praying for specific nations, and using digital platforms to connect with and support global outreach. Through personal stories and global statistics, it affirms that prayer is not only a spiritual duty but a powerful means of participating in God's redemptive work, with the promise that such prayers are always answered. The tone is both urgent and hopeful, calling the church to expand its vision beyond local concerns to embrace a worldwide mission with faith and perseverance.

Romans 3:23 "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;" King James Version

Tonight we continue our study in Acts and look at how the Lord Jesus Christ preserves His Church