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BEFORE STONEHENGE! [Who Taught the Ancient World to Build Altars?] Genesis 4:1–8; Genesis 8:15–22 KJV Why did ancient people build altars and monumental stone structures? And what does the Bible reveal about humanity's earliest knowledge of God? In Lesson 6 the journey from Eden to Cain and Abel, from Noah's altar to the Tower of Babel, and from Abraham's worship to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. The lesson also examines Stonehenge and Göbekli Tepe, distinguishing archaeological discoveries from biblical revelation and historical speculation. Three tremendous truths emerge: God revealed Himself before mankind built altars; worship and sacrifice appear in the earliest biblical generations; and although humanity learned to build impressive monuments, only God could provide salvation. The lesson concludes with the greatest truth of all: mankind's deepest need was never another monument, but reconciliation with God through Jesus Christ.

As we approach verse 2 and three we come across what is, in "Christian circles" a highly regarded and highly abused text. The old you have not because you ask not. Our God owes us card. The He is lucky to have me and now He is my magic genie card. But in the context with which this text is written there is such a deeper understanding for us as believers. It takes us to a place of true understanding of the gifts, the Giver, and us the askers. Here is a question I have ran into as I have studied this. It's not what we are always asking for is bad, sometimes the things we ask for is very good. But the motives in consuming what we ask for makes a huge difference. Just like the lame man here at the pool of Bethesda.

The Reason for Forgiveness. [THE GOD WHO WILL NOT FORGET YOU!] [Redeemed, Remembered, and Restored!] Isaiah 43:1–7, 21–25 (KJV) God forgives His people because of His grace, mercy, and redeeming love—not because they have earned His forgiveness.Through the prophet Isaiah, God spoke to His people during a time of spiritual failure and uncertainty. Although Israel had repeatedly fallen short of God's commands, the Lord reminded them that they belonged to Him and that His redeeming love had not failed.Our worth is not determined by worldly possessions, accomplishments, or the opinions of others. Our lives find their true purpose in knowing, honoring, and glorifying God.

Spurgeon holds up the Scriptures, in his powerful manner, as the source of Truth and our salvation.

Biblical humility begins with seeing God rightly and remembering His grace in Jesus Christ. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins examines Philippians 2:3–8 and 1 Peter 5:5 to explain how Christ's humility shapes our everyday relationships. Learn to receive biblical correction, acknowledge and use your God-given gifts without boasting, confess sin, forgive others, and serve faithfully. Humility grows as we recognize our dependence on the Lord and look to the Savior who humbled Himself for sinners. Part of our November series on gratitude and Christian character. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Welcome to Through the Psalms, a weekend ministry of The Truth Pulpit. Over time, we will study all 150 psalms with Pastor Don Green from Truth Community Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. We're glad you're with us. Let's open to the Psalms now as we join our teacher in The Truth Pulpit. https://www.thetruthpulpit.com

I want to attempt a rather long introduction into this series because I think I need to go into depth starting with Part one about this Truth that makes us free. It relies on hearing earlier teachings and preaching to grasp what I'm about to discuss, which combines knowledge of studying God's word, which beginners may not quite understand what is being discussed.

This passage helps us understand how the Bible affects us when we spend time reading it. We can see how the Bible restores, or gives life to, our soul. We see how it can make the simple wise, and we can also understand the discernment it gives us. We can understand how God's Word is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path, and yes, the Word of God enlightens the eyes of our understanding. This means that God will accomplish His desire in you when you spend time reading the Bible—so read your Bible while you have the freedom to read it.

What is sin? In this sermon on sin from Psalm 107:4–9 titled "The Way, the Truth, and the Life," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses sin and its power but rejoices that hope exists. Sin manifests itself in almost an endless variety of ways, and because sinners fail to recognize this, they often fail to recognize sin when it is right in front of them. Does the Christian recognize sin when it manifests itself in rags but not in an evening dress? This disease has endless symptoms. Sin causes people to lose their way and miss the mark. There is a constant search for the philosophy of life and a need for an outlook that will finally satisfy the question of existence. The city of intellectual satisfaction is immense as is the search for truth and rules for living. Humanity desires security, and in such, provokes law. Listen to the views of modern and classical humanists and discover that there is no hope for the intellect alone. The listener is encouraged to read the autobiographies and biographies of Christians and be convinced that there is no hope of satisfaction apart from Christ. God's way is simple and humble and it makes all things new.