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Dave Jenkins explains how Christians can trust God's Word when their feelings tell them something different. Drawing from Psalm 42 and Romans 8:1, he addresses fear, guilt, shame, temptation, and suffering; distinguishes conviction from condemnation; and explains how the Holy Spirit renews our affections. Dave also shares personal encouragement about grief, caregiving, rest, and receiving help from the local church. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

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This sermon addresses the spiritual fatigue and failure often experienced by dedicated Christians, urging them to rely on God's faithfulness rather than human recognition. Drawing primarily from Ephesians 4, the message outlines four key practices to maintain spiritual vitality: staying connected to the local church body, rejecting self-centered behaviors, actively putting on the new nature of righteousness, and avoiding actions that grieve the Holy Spirit. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, reminding believers that their labor of love is never wasted in God's sight. By focusing on these biblical principles, faithful Christians can overcome bitterness and weariness, ensuring they finish their course with joy and integrity.

In the Deep Fall of Adam; we, with our sins, our Cosmic Treason, our Apoplectic Apostasy, made a Great unbridgeable Gulf between God and us! But, God in Grace has sent Jesus Christ to be the BRIDGE for Lost Sinners to escape our Righteous Damnation!

This counseling session addresses the internal struggle with the sinful nature by defining the three primary enemies: the world, the flesh, and Satan. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual freedom flows from biblical absolutes, specifically the believer's union with Christ in His death and resurrection, as outlined in Colossians 3. Using Galatians 5 as the primary text, the session presents a three-step practical framework for overcoming fleshly temptations: maintaining a walk of honesty by acknowledging the reality of sin, affirming one's death to the rule of sin through faith, and actively walking in the Spirit to produce His fruit. The tone is instructional and pastoral, aiming to replace behavioral reform with a faith-based reliance on the Holy Spirit's power for transformation and victory.

Paul encourages Timothy to stir up the girt that is in him. Christians have all been gifted for service in the local church. God has given the Spirit of power, God's love and a sound mind to help us to put away unhealthy fear.

Guest Pastor-Chuck Kerns 10-14-26 Wednesday eve Follow us on social media-- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@matoakabaptistchurch-bartl6249 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064614887031 Twitter: https://twitter.com/MatoakaB Sermon Audio: http://tinysa.com/live/matoakachannel If you were blessed by this sermon, please consider donating here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/MatoakaBaptist We pray God's Holy Spirit quenches yours to eternal life through His everlasting powerful Word. May you be born-again of the incorruptible seed that always yields the fruits of His Holy Spirit and moreover leads to eternal life with Him, THE LORD JESUS CHRIST – The King of King's and the Lord of Lord's – The Alpha and the Omega – The Great "I AM"- The Author and Finisher of our faith – just to name a few. Hallelujah JESUS CHRIST IS RISEN – HE IS RISEN INDEED!!

This sermon outlines practical guidelines for discerning and following the will of God, emphasizing that divine direction is accessible to those who are saved, Spirit-filled, and submissive. The central theological argument rests on Romans 12:1-3, which calls believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices and be transformed by the renewing of their minds through Scripture. The speaker illustrates that God guides believers step-by-step, requiring active faith and movement rather than passive waiting, much like steering a moving vehicle. Key principles include trusting God with one's desires, seeking godly counsel, and leaving room for divine providence, as seen in the lives of biblical figures like Joseph and Ruth. The tone is pastoral and instructional, encouraging listeners to trust and obey God's sovereignty to experience true joy and peace in their decision-making.

Paul charges Timothy and the body of Christ to "preach the word". What is a "charge"? Why do 99% of Christians, including pastors, FAIL to keep this charge? How do we keep the charge to "preach the word"? God's word gives us the answers. Also Reference: John 20:17, 1 Timothy 3:16, Deuteronomy 6:4, John 20:28, 1 John 5:7, 1 Corinthians 8:6, John 6:53-71, John 6:66 MUSIC: "The Lord Bless Thee" Acapella Hymn # 338 (D) "Look and Live" Hymn # 357 (C) "In Times Like These" Hymn # 561 (C) "I Love To Tell The Story" https"//bbfohio.com