~~~~~~~ No 23 in the series - The Epistles of Peter. ~~~~~~~ **Considering 2 Peter 1:1-4** Simon Peter, a servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ, ...... Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust. *1/ Like precious faith and how it is obtained - "Through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ:" 2/ What his divine power has given us - "All things that pertain unto life and godliness" 3/ The means used - "Through the knowledge of him that hath called us." 4/ The all things - Including "exceeding great and precious promises:" 5/ The influence and effect of these promises.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon explores the great and precious promises found in 2 Peter 1, emphasizing that faith is a divine gift obtained through the righteousness of Jesus Christ. It highlights God's divine power as the source for all things pertaining to spiritual life and godliness, accessible through a deepening knowledge of Him who called believers. The preacher explains that these promises provide grace, peace, and eternal inheritance, enabling Christians to partake in the divine nature and escape worldly corruption. By focusing on Christ rather than visions or human effort, believers are equipped to stand against false doctrine and live faithfully. The message encourages reliance on Scripture and the person of Jesus for assurance, strength, and daily conduct.

Convicted by the Fire. [CONVICTION] John 16:1–11 (KJV) There are words in the Christian faith that are not just theological—they are transformational. These are words that have shaped the church, stirred revivals, saved souls, and strengthened saints. Words like conviction, repentance, faith, regeneration, justification, adoption, indwelling, assurance, sanctification, and glorification are not relics of religious jargon—they are the golden links in the chain of salvation.In a time when language is being redefined and truth is being diluted, it is crucial for believers to return to these foundational doctrines. These words hold the weight of eternity and the wonder of grace. They tell the story of a holy God who saves unholy people by His mercy and for His glory. From the moment the Holy Spirit convicts a heart to the final moment when the saints are glorified, each word marks a mile on the journey of salvation.This message is a call back to sound doctrine and strong devotion. As we unpack these words one by one, you'll find that they don't just define what we believe—they define who we are. Each word reveals something vital about God's work in our lives, and by the end of this series, you'll see that the Gospel is deeper, richer, and more glorious than you ever imagined.

Sermon: The Center of the Gospel Sermon Text: Romans 3:21-31 Series: The Power of God for Salvation (Romans) The sermon expounds on the doctrine of justification by faith alone, emphasizing that human efforts and works cannot satisfy a holy God's demand for absolute perfection. It highlights the universal sinfulness of humanity and the necessity of trusting solely in the redemptive work and propitiation of Jesus Christ to escape divine wrath. The preacher contrasts the futility of self-righteousness with the relief found in receiving righteousness as a gift of grace through faith. Furthermore, the message explains that while justification is not based on works, it produces good works and joyful obedience in the believer's life as a response to God's mercy. Ultimately, the text calls listeners to abandon reliance on their own merit and rest completely in Christ's finished work for salvation.

The sermon emphasizes the absolute supremacy of Jesus Christ as the ultimate revelation of God, urging listeners to respond with active faith rather than mere intellectual assent. It distinguishes between true believers, those intellectually convinced but not born again, and outright unbelievers, warning against the spiritual danger of drifting away from Christ due to worldly distractions. The preacher highlights three key reasons to heed the Gospel: God's confirmation of Jesus through miracles, His character as the Savior of sinners, and the testimony of Scripture. Central to the message is the call to anchor one's life in Jesus alone, rejecting reliance on institutions or doctrines in favor of a personal, enduring relationship with Him. Ultimately, the text asserts that neglecting this great salvation leads to judgment, while trusting in Christ offers eternal deliverance.

Dylan, Grace's man under care, begins a summary series on the doctrines and applications of Calvinism.

This message is from the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace / SO4G 2026 Saturday Sermon/Lesson Series - Sermon Audio Broadcast Series. This message was delivered by SO4G Director, Brother Douglas Salyer at the SO4G office in Paintsville, Kentucky. This series we will be looking at passages or even theological concepts within the Scriptures in which men have used such verses out of context, misinterpreted, over the years. The title of this sermon/lesson was 'Exegetical Fallacies / Part-7'. This lesson continues on with the misconception that there's something you can do to be born again. Then it gives the reason why salvation is a work of Monergism, a Sovereign work by the will of God. This reason is human depravity, our total utter inability to come to God on our own outside of His grace and sovereign work of regeneration. This lesson continues to build on the doctrine of total depravity / total inability leading into the doctrine of unconditional election. The key texts that were used were from John 1:11-13 and Ephesians 2:1-5 as well as various other texts.

In this Walking Through the Psalms message, Dave Jenkins teaches Psalm 150 and shows how the Psalter ends where all true worship is headed: praise. Psalm 150 calls everyone with breath to praise the Lord in every place, for His mighty deeds, according to His excellent greatness, with joyful and reverent worship, and with every breath He gives. This message also points to Jesus Christ, who restores sinners to the worship and praise of God through His life, death, resurrection, and saving grace. For more from our Psalms series please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/category/sermons/psalms/

Pastor Mark Hogan teaches on how the Psalms shape our prayer lives, specifically in the area of adoration, using the ACTS acronym (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication). He explains that the Psalms show us four ways to adore God: for His creative power (citing Psalm 8, 19, 33, 65, 104, 139), for His redemptive acts in covenant history (Psalm 66, 68, 105-107, 111, 113, 136), for His personal character—goodness, might, mercy, faithfulness, greatness, holiness (Psalm 29, 34, 106, 136), and for His answering of prayer (Psalm 18, 28, 31, 34, 40, 65, 116, 118, 121, 138). Hogan emphasizes that answered prayer should be acknowledged and becomes fuel for further trustful prayer. He gives practical application: when needing words to adore God, turn to the Psalms, especially the final five (146-150), and pray them back to God in personal devotion, letting them shape our worship and deepen our relationship with the God who hears and answers.

In this episode of Warriors of Grace, Dave Jenkins begins a new series on biblical courage. Many men struggle with fear—fear of failure, rejection, criticism, inadequacy, and disappointing others. Yet Scripture teaches that biblical courage is not the absence of fear but trusting God enough to obey Him in the presence of fear. Drawing from Joshua 1:9, Psalm 56:3, and other key passages, Dave explains why biblical courage is rooted in God's presence, promises, and faithfulness rather than personality or self-confidence. He also offers practical biblical encouragement for men seeking to trust God more deeply, stand firm in the truth, lead faithfully, and walk in obedience despite fear. For more episodes of Warriors of Grace, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/warriors-of-grace-podcast/