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Righteousness or Wrath The message traces the condition of humanity from Genesis into Romans 1, showing that when people stop seeing God rightly, they eventually begin altering His truth, redefining righteousness, and calling unclean things clean. Romans 1 reveals both the righteousness of God in the gospel and the wrath of God against ungodliness, unrighteousness, and uncleanness. The warning is not merely about recognizing what is wrong in the world around us, but about examining our own hearts for pride, anger, whispering, unforgiveness, envy, and every other evidence that we too desperately need grace. Cain becomes an early picture of this rebellion. Rather than allowing God to correct him, Cain wanted God to value what he valued. When God would not adjust to Cain, Cain turned his anger against Abel. Jude later connects that same pattern with the way of Cain, the error of Balaam, and the rebellion of Korah. Balaam could not curse what God had blessed, so he taught Israel how to compromise themselves through temptation. The enemy still works the same way—questioning who God is, what God has said, what God expects, and what God delights in. At the same time, the message calls believers to live differently in a tense and troubled world. We are to pray for those in authority, discern right from wrong without becoming malicious, guard our speech, refuse to be ruled by anger or anxiety, and entrust the things we cannot control to God. We can speak truth without trying to destroy people, remembering how much mercy God has shown us. The fall explains why pain, thorns, suffering, temptation, and death remain all around us, but every reminder of the curse should point us ba

This sermon examines the distinct separation between the believer and the world system, utilizing the Gospel of John to define the characteristics of the world. The message highlights that the world is unable to receive the Holy Spirit, offers a false peace, and inherently hates those who are chosen by God. While believers are called to live in the world as witnesses, they are not of it, possessing a kingdom that is fundamentally different from earthly powers. The preacher emphasizes that Jesus' departure from the world leaves believers with a promise of peace and a mandate to maintain their distinct identity against the tribulations and temptations of secular society.

Bible Reading: Matthew 6:5-15 "Matthew 6:13 KJV And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." This sermon examines the petition "deliver us from evil" within the Lord's Prayer, exploring the theological distinction between sin, wickedness, and evil. It traces the entrance of evil into the world through the Fall in Genesis, noting the progression from the knowledge of good and evil to the heart's inherent evil nature as described in Genesis 6 and 8. The message identifies evil in three primary forms: spiritual opposition from Satan, moral corruption stemming from the fallen human heart, and the general hardships of life. While acknowledging the reality of these evils, the sermon emphasizes God's sovereignty over all circumstances, citing Joseph's story as an example of God turning evil intentions to good. Finally, it calls believers to actively abhor evil and cleave to good, relying on God's grace and prayer for protection and transformation.

Separation is not enough to pursue righteousness, but follow righteousness: Faith, Charity, Peace: There MUST be fleeing of youthful lusts; The internet's addictive design; A mindset of taking control; Dealing with the smartphone Dealing with social media; Using protection tools; Not living a secret life; Accountability; Unplugging from the world's music; Unplugging from CCM; Avoiding video games; Controlling the stream of information; Times when you unplug entirely; Redeeming the time; Suggestions for parents

In Genesis 3:1-6, we come to the foundational account of humanity's fall into sin. In this sermon, Jeremiah Gabbard examines the disobedience of man and the events that brought sin and separation from God into the human race. This passage reveals three important aspects of man's departure from God: the resistance of God's will, the rejection of God's Word, and the desertion of God's way. The subtle work of the adversary, the devil, is also examined as he introduces doubt, contradicts God's Word, and suggests that God is withholding something good from man. The sermon also considers the pattern of temptation and its appeal to the body, soul, and spirit, contrasting the outward-in approach of temptation with the inward-out work of Christ. Genesis 3 reminds us that man cannot achieve righteousness through his own efforts, but is completely dependent upon the grace of God. This message challenges us to view the Fall from God's perspective and to recognize the seriousness of sin, the authority of God's Word, and man's need for divine grace. Series: In The Beginning Bible Text: Genesis 3:1-6 Speaker: Jeremiah Gabbard Date: September 23, 2026

Christians have been forgiven and transformed through faith in Jesus Christ, but they have not yet been perfected. Temptation, weakness, and remaining sin continue to affect believers throughout the Christian life. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how Christ has broken sin's dominion, why the flesh continues to oppose the Holy Spirit, and why the believer's struggle against sin does not mean salvation has failed. Christians can fight sin with confidence because sanctification is underway, God's grace is sufficient, and glorification is coming. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Ever had something stop working, only to find that one little thing was getting in the way? This is often the case in our spiritual lives. Dr. Mark Hamby and Molly Mayo unpack what that looks like on today's episode of Fastened Like Nails. Examining the closing passage of 1 John, they explain how our relationship with God can be disrupted by even the smallest of idols. How do we protect ourselves from being derailed by the many temptations around us? Tune in today and discover how the power of God's Word can be at work in your life.

This sermon examines the biblical warnings against alcohol and substance abuse, arguing that modern Christian culture often normalizes social drinking despite clear scriptural prohibitions. Drawing primarily from Proverbs 23, the message outlines the emotional agony, social degradation, physical harm, and moral perversity caused by impaired judgment. The speaker emphasizes the addictive nature of substances, comparing them to a serpent that bites and an adder that stings, while citing Isaiah 28 to show that even religious leaders have historically erred through intoxication. The tone is convicting and urgent, urging believers to reject the 'liberty' of sin and instead pursue sobriety and spiritual vigilance. The sermon concludes with a call to avoid the initial temptation entirely, relying on the Holy Spirit rather than worldly pleasures to maintain clear-mindedness and moral integrity.