Justification is one of the most important doctrines of the Christian faith. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains that justification is God's legal declaration that a sinner is righteous in His sight because of the righteousness of Christ, received through faith alone. Believers are not accepted by God through personal merit, religious effort, or moral improvement. Christ obeyed where sinners failed, bore the penalty for sin, and His righteousness is credited to all who trust in Him. This truth gives believers peace with God and lasting assurance. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

This devotional explores the Heidelberg Catechism's teaching on who is eligible to partake in the Lord's Supper, emphasizing that only those with a repentant and contrite heart may approach the table. The message contrasts self-righteousness with genuine humility, citing Scripture to illustrate that God justifies sinners who acknowledge their need for mercy rather than relying on their own merit. It highlights the theological foundation of forgiveness, noting that because Christ's sacrifice was once for all, God is faithful and just to cleanse believers who confess their sins. The sermon warns against unworthy participation, urging listeners to examine themselves and hunger for the righteousness of Christ alone. Ultimately, it calls the audience to embrace the comfort of complete forgiveness through faith in Jesus' finished work.

Isaiah 11 points to Jesus Christ, the Righteous Branch from the line of David. Dave Jenkins explains how this Spirit-anointed King rules with perfect justice, gathers His people from the nations, and will bring peace and restoration to all creation. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Psalms 98:2 "The LORD hath made known his salvation: his righteousness hath he openly shewed in the sight of the heathen." King James Version

This sermon examines King Saul's tragic decline in 1 Samuel 28, contrasting his outward religious appearance with his inward spiritual ruin. The sermon outlines five stages of Saul's fall: mere appearance of righteousness, seeking human approval over divine guidance, abandonment of God for forbidden practices, self-deception through disguise, and ultimate spiritual defeat through the attack of the enemy. By analyzing Saul's consultation with the witch at Endor, the text highlights how sin grows when it is not repented of and it leads to total ruin apart from God. The message warns believers against trusting in external righteousness while harbouring secret sins, emphasizing that true safety lies only in Christ. Ultimately, the sermon urges listeners to mortify the flesh and seek spiritual nourishment through prayer and Scripture rather than succumbing to fear or worldly solutions.

What is substitutionary atonement? Dave Jenkins explains that Jesus Christ did not merely die as an example, but as the righteous substitute for sinners. At the cross, Christ bore the judgment sinners deserve, satisfied God's justice, and secured forgiveness, reconciliation, peace, and hope for all who trust in Him. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Joshua 15:63 (KJV) As for the Jebusites the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the children of Judah could not drive them out: but the Jebusites dwell with the children of Judah at Jerusalem unto this day.

I. Know the Security Road Map of Romans 8 II. The Law Could Not Deliver Us from Sin A. No Fault in the Law, which is Good and Holy 1. Reveals God's Holiness, Our Duty 2. Exposes and Condemns Our Sinfulness 3. All the Fault in Us; Leaves Us without Excuse B. The Ultimate Warning against All Works Righteousness Schemes 1. Individual Self-Righteousness: Sneaky, Smug, Self-Oriented 2. Religious Works-Righteousness: Romanism, Cults, Americans III. What God Did for Us: He Sent His Son A. The Son Existed before He Was Sent B. The Father Sent His Son in Love C. The Glorious Grace of God Revealed to Sinners

I. The Glory of the Old Ministry (7) A. The Glory of Its Message B. The Glory of Its Ministers II. The Surpassing Glory of the New Ministry (8-11) A. The Ministry of the Spirit B. The Ministry of Righteousness C. The Ministry that Abides