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Doreen Virtue discusses how Christians should respond when churches introduce New Age teaching or practices. She addresses manifestation, mystical practices, and the importance of testing teaching against Scripture. This episode offers practical counsel for approaching church leadership respectfully, responding when concerns are dismissed, refusing participation in unbiblical practices, and helping children grow in biblical discernment. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

The sermon presents a comprehensive refutation of Calvinism, arguing that its core tenets contradict the character of God, the clarity of Scripture, and the reality of human free will. The speaker challenges the doctrine of unconditional election and limited atonement by citing numerous biblical passages that affirm God's universal love and the availability of salvation to all people. By contrasting the Calvinist view of total depravity and irresistible grace with the biblical order of hearing, repentance, and faith, the lecture asserts that salvation is a result of human response rather than divine coercion. The tone is instructional and convicting, aiming to equip believers to identify and reject what is described as a deceitful theological system that undermines the sovereignty of God as revealed in the Bible.

Samuel was raised up to show faithfulness in a faithless time. The existing leadership, Eli's sons, had no regard for the Lord and so led to appease their flesh rather than God. For this blasphemy, God condemned Eli's house and promised to raise a more faithful leader. Samuel, then, is raised up to fulfill in their stead. But while at first he didn't know God, once he heard God's voice, he responded in faith, "Here I am". This demonstrates that true knowledge of God comes through His direct voice, transforming the believer's response from ignorance to devoted obedience. Finally, Samuel's life is a model for faithfulness in that we must unapologetically present God's word,. But if we do, like Samuel, God will ensure that His message remains established and effective despite personal cost or opposition.

This sermon explores the theme of marital faithfulness through the lens of Solomon's personal failures and his instruction to his son in Proverbs 5. It emphasizes that spiritual and moral decay often begins in the heart and mind, even within the context of a godly community, rather than in isolated moments of weakness. The message warns against the 'wandering eye' and the pursuit of desires that do not belong to one's covenant, urging believers to find contentment and joy in the spouse God has provided. Furthermore, it highlights the inescapable nature of divine observation, noting that God ponders all human actions and that sin acts as a binding agent that restricts progress and brings delayed consequences. The tone is pastoral and convicting, challenging adults to recognize that maturity brings greater responsibility rather than freedom, and to avoid the hypocrisy of instructing others while living contrary to those principles.

The chapel message instructs students and pastors on the necessity of identifying and prioritizing God-given responsibilities to foster spiritual maturity. It emphasizes that a vital personal relationship with Jesus Christ must remain the primary focus, superseding academic, social, and vocational demands. The speaker outlines a practical method for listing roles such as son, student, and father, then ranking them according to biblical principles to avoid the distraction of entertainment or misplaced ambition. By encouraging listeners to search Scripture for specific role descriptions and design actionable projects, the message challenges the audience to move from passive knowledge to active obedience. The tone is pastoral and convicting, urging believers to reject a consumerist attitude toward the church and instead commit to giving, serving, and growing in character through disciplined daily living.

Dave Jenkins explores four lessons Christians can learn from J. C. Ryle: biblical clarity, practical holiness, doctrinal faithfulness, and genuine spiritual growth. Drawing on Titus 2 and 1 Timothy 4:16, this episode shows why sound doctrine and godly living belong together and encourages believers to understand God's Word, pursue obedience to Christ, and stand firm in biblical truth. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Grab your Bible and join us from the Savannah Mission Bible Training Center for our weekly study as we address the topic of Justification by faith. Tonight we learn that no human being by his own efforts can merit or earn acceptance with God. All of the world religions have one thing in common and that is the concept that man is responsible for doing something to be accepted by God and tonight we learn that this is the very reason God came in the flesh was to save a people who were not capable of saving themselves.

This sermon explores the biblical response to anger and irritation by emphasizing the foundational importance of personal dedication to God. Drawing from Romans 12 and the book of Job, the message argues that a believer's identity as belonging to God allows them to view life's difficulties as tools for character development rather than sources of resentment. The central theological theme is that God uses adverse situations to cultivate the fruit of the Spirit, such as love, joy, and patience, in the lives of believers. By shifting focus from the immediate problem to God's sovereignty and purpose, individuals can choose gratitude and self-control over reactive anger. The sermon concludes with a call to recognize these challenges as divine instruments for conforming the believer to the image of Christ.

What is Sharia and what does it teach us, particularly about the dominance of men? How does it treat apostasy? Under Sharia, how are Muslims to treat Christians and Jews? Is Sharia something that is separate from Islamic governance or intrinsically tied to it? Joining Crosstalk with a loving response to these and other related questions was Shahram Hadian. Shahram is the founder of Truth in Love Ministry. He's a Christian Pastor and a former Muslim. Shahram was born in Iran and came to America in 1978 to escape an oppressive Islamic regime and committed his life to Jesus Christ in 1999. He has an extensive background not only as a Pastor, but also as a former police officer, teacher, coach, and servant leader in his community. More Information: tilministry.com

This sermon explores Psalm 13 as a profound expression of the paradox inherent in the Christian life, where human anguish coexists with divine truth. The text moves through three distinct stages, beginning with the desperate question of "how long" God will hide His face, shifting to a plea for spiritual illumination, and culminating in a declaration of trust in God's steadfast love. By referencing Martin Luther and 2 Corinthians, the message illustrates that while believers may feel abandoned or sorrowful, they are never buried by their enemies because their hope is anchored in the unchanging character of God. The sermon affirms that lamentation is a valid human response to suffering, yet it always leads to joy-filled trust when the believer looks beyond their circumstances to the covenant faithfulness of Christ.