Love for Christ grows in proportion to how deeply we grasp his grace. Simon the Pharisee, confident in his own righteousness, shows coldness toward Jesus, while the sinful woman—aware of her great need—lavishly loves him. Jesus' parable of the two debtors reveals that all are spiritually bankrupt, and only those who know they've been forgiven much respond with gratitude and worship: grace given, forgiveness received, love expressed.

In Romans 6:1-14, Bro John Deaton of Calvary Baptist Church of Evening Shade, AR, explains how Jesus Christ frees the believer from sin's dominion. This Preaching Power Radio message follows Paul's call to count ourselves dead to sin, alive unto God, and ready to yield our lives to Him. Grace does not give us permission to return to the old master; it gives us a new life in Christ. The message offers hope for the struggling believer and calls the unsaved to trust the Saviour.

This devotional explores the Heidelberg Catechism's teaching on the Lord's Supper, clarifying that believers partake in Christ's body and blood spiritually rather than physically. It emphasizes that true faith, empowered by the Holy Spirit, unites the believer with Christ, making his sacrifice personally effective for salvation. The sermon uses the analogy of marriage to illustrate that just as vows require consummation, knowledge of Christ requires a vital, spiritual union through faith. This participation provides assurance that Christ's righteousness is imputed to the believer, contrasting this truth with mere intellectual assent or physical ritualism. Ultimately, the sacrament serves as a tangible pledge of the invisible reality of salvation and eternal life found only in Christ.

This Bible study continues the study of Stephen's defense before the Sanhedrin by analyzing his historical argument regarding God's pattern of sending deliverers who are rejected by His people. The speaker traces this pattern through the lives of Joseph and Moses, highlighting how both men were initially dismissed by Israel despite being chosen by God for their salvation. By examining Moses' early life in Egypt, his flight to the wilderness, and his commission at the burning bush, the transcript illustrates that the Jewish leadership has consistently opposed those sent to rescue them. The central message connects this historical rejection to the current audience's rejection of Jesus Christ, identifying Him as the ultimate Deliverer. The preacher urges listeners to cease relying on their own righteousness and instead place their complete trust in Jesus for salvation.

The sermon emphasizes the biblical mandate for believers to actively encourage one another, particularly as the end times approach. Drawing primarily from Hebrews 10:24-25, the message argues that Christian faith is personal but not private, requiring communal fellowship to resist isolation and spiritual weariness caused by a hostile world. The preacher illustrates how ungodliness in society distresses the righteous soul, referencing Lot's experience in Sodom and Paul's warnings in 2 Timothy and 2 Peter. Believers are urged to rely on God as the ultimate source of comfort and to pursue His kingdom first, thereby gaining the spiritual vitality needed to support others. Practical steps for encouragement include giving respectful attention, praying sincerely, and maintaining authentic relationships within the body of Christ.

The sermon expounds on Ephesians 4:25-29, outlining four practical steps for living out the new life in Christ. The preacher emphasizes putting off lying and speaking truth to maintain unity within the body of believers. It addresses controlling anger by distinguishing between righteous indignation and sinful self-centered rage. The message further instructs believers to reject stealing through honest labor and generosity rather than selfishness. Finally, it calls for replacing corrupt speech with edifying words that minister grace to others. These principles serve as evidence of a transformed life reflecting Christ's presence.

KING ME: The Crown of Righteousness Thursday Service Pastor Jason Sparks https://www.sermonaudio.com/webcasts/jasonsparks/ https://youtube.com/live/BCG3eQzbwr4?feature=share