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The sermon examines the theological implications of the serpent's initial question in Genesis 3, arguing that Satan's primary tactic was to introduce doubt regarding the authority and reliability of God's command. By shifting the burden of proof from the believer to God, the temptation replaces settled confidence in divine truth with individual judgment and pragmatic reasoning. This dynamic is contrasted with the eternal nature of God's moral law, which reflects His unchanging character, unlike ceremonial laws that serve specific historical purposes. The preacher warns that this foundational shift toward skepticism mirrors the modern cultural hostility toward biblical authority, where the default position often denies the truth of Scripture. Ultimately, the message calls for humility and unwavering trust in God's word, contrasting the rationalizing pride of King Saul with the repentant humility of King David.

Dr. Randall is taking us through a journey to explain in depth what is so significant about the blood of Jesus and how we need to depend on it - for everything! The blood of Jesus is the key to unlocking the supernatural work of God in our lives. So listen to part one of this series as Dr. Randall goes into great detail and insight of this marvelous truth.

After the Sermon in the Sack (the object lesson for the children) the Lord impressed me to continue along that topic using insights from my days as a police officer, particularly the bullet resistant vest I wore and it's relationship to the breastplate of righteousness in the Armor of God. I remind the listeners that it is His might that empowers us, that we must be aware of our adversary who is seeking ways to destroy us. But God has given us equipment to stand and defend ourselves when the enemy attacks. These are no offensive weapons, but defensive and mean that we will likely see close-in spiritual combat. I also reminded everyone that those who are unsaved are defenseless. Properly equipped from the Lord, we are to (1) put on the armor, (2) stand, (3) pray, and (4) fellowship with one another.

1. Shunning all Falsehood. 2. Embracing the Truth. 3. Defending our Neighbors. Heidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 43

Timeless Truths for the Thirsty Soul

John Wycliffe was, I think, really the man who publicly had the position, the learning, and the moral courage to begin to question the doctrine and practices of the Church of Rome way back in the late 1340s. He spoke the Bible's truth to show the Pope, the Cardinals, the Bishops, and the Monks, that very much of their theological system was wrong. And much of their worship and practice was God-dishonoring and even blasphemous. How did John Wycliffe proceed in his confrontation of Rome? He proceeded by faith in Christ, and by holding fast and holding forth the truth of the Bible. He showed us what a living faith in Jesus Christ is like. He recovered these things related to a living faith by studying the Bible carefully. And he compared it with what the Church of Rome was believing and doing. And when he did this, the Lord worked together with him. And the results were very great. When he preached and taught, the Light of truth came to people's minds with power. And the darkness of ignorance and false doctrine, which had prevailed for so long, began to be dispelled. And many were awakened to the truth and they believed what he was teaching. And having been instructed by this godly man, they began to walk as disciples of Christ with him. The truth of God's Word began, once again, to be seen and understood and proclaimed by many.

What does it mean that God is the Savior of all men? This question sits at the heart of one of the most misunderstood truths in all of Scripture, and 1 Timothy 4:9-10 cuts straight through the confusion. In Pastor Paul Chapman's message, Jesus Christ Saviour of the World, this passage presents a bold and balanced declaration: Christ is the Savior of all men, especially those who believe. That single verse dismantles two errors that have crept into the church and the culture alike. On one side, universalism tells us that everyone will ultimately be welcomed into heaven regardless of their response to God. On the other side, a theology of limited atonement insists that Christ died only for a select few. But the full counsel of Scripture refuses both extremes. The price paid at Calvary was sufficient for every human being who has ever drawn breath, and yet the pardon it provides is only applied to those who receive it by faith. We are invited to sit with the weight of that truth and let it reshape how we think about grace, justice, and the love of God.

Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard | Acts 13:38-41

[Note - Reading of Text and Intro cut off] The second part of 3 John contrasts two men, Diotrophes and Demetrius. One loves himself to the point of rejecting others, even those sent to teach and preach the Word. The other has received glowing testimony. Which of these would you imitate? Who is the One Whom we should be imitating? Who comes first in our lives?