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This sermon is comfort with a little kick—rich in its consolations but not feeble in its applications. It begins with God's everlasting covenant, rooted in his own unchanging being, and the promises which cannot be broken, with all the assurance of unending good to those upon whom he sets his love. Spurgeon explores the certainty and security of the covenant, never straying far from Christ's finished work, whether he is speaking of the covenant itself, or the God who makes the covenant with his people. Then he turns to the promise, "I will put my fear in their hearts so that they will not depart from me" (Jer 32:40). Here he considers how God fulfils that promise, not by a twisting or emptying of certain spiritual realities, but by God's gracious and sovereign work in the soul, granting his people a holy awe, a filial fear, and a sense of grateful obligation. He considers the work of the Holy Spirit in this connection, giving us a trinitarian perspective on the whole, and uses the guarantee of a people united to God in holy fear to draw sinners to Christ to find certain peace and life everlasting.

The sermon centers on the assurance that believers in Christ are free from condemnation due to the perfect atoning work of Jesus. It highlights John 3:17-19, emphasizing that God sent His Son not to condemn the world but to save it, and that those who believe are not condemned. The message contrasts the natural state of humanity, which loves darkness and sin, with the transformed life of the believer who is washed clean by Christ's blood. By connecting this truth with Romans 8:1, the teaching affirms that there is no judgment for those in Christ, offering profound comfort and rest to the soul. The tone is pastoral and comforting, urging believers to rest in the finished work of Christ and rejoice in their complete justification.

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The Protestant Reformation reminds the church of Scripture's authority and sufficiency and the truth that salvation is by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. Dave Jenkins explains why these truths remain essential today and encourages believers to guard the gospel, test teaching by God's Word, and stand firm in biblical conviction. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for believers to walk in wisdom rather than foolishness, as outlined in Ephesians 5. The central message emphasizes that wisdom is not merely intellectual knowledge but the practical application of God's truth to daily life. Key themes include walking circumspectly by paying close attention to one's direction, redeeming the time by prioritizing eternal values over temporary distractions, and understanding the will of the Lord through Scripture. The teaching further distinguishes between being controlled by worldly influences, such as drunkenness, and being filled with the Spirit, which results in evident fruit, unity, and gratitude. The tone is instructional and pastoral, urging the audience to examine their heart condition and actively submit to the leading of the Holy Spirit.

We consider Stephen Jay Gould's quote and his profession as an Agnostic in light of his position as a premiere "intellectual" and how absurd such a contradiction in terms are. https://bbfohio.com

This sermon explores the doctrine of effectual calling within the Reformed theological framework, arguing that regeneration precedes faith rather than the reverse. It emphasizes that salvation is entirely the work of the Triune God, where the Holy Spirit applies the benefits of Christ's mediation to the elect through the Word. The text highlights that human beings are spiritually dead and unable to choose God on their own, necessitating a divine intervention that enlightens the mind, regenerates the heart, and renews the will. By citing passages from Titus, Ephesians, and John, the message asserts that true conversion is a gracious act that transforms the believer's nature, enabling them to come to Christ freely and willingly. The sermon concludes by affirming that this process ensures salvation is by grace alone, not by human works or merit.

BJU equips students to impact the world as they live for truth, seize opportunities and embrace life experiences. Standing on the authority of the Bible, BJU shapes heads, hearts and backbones for Christ by equipping students to lead lives of integrity and influence others for God's glory. www.bju.edu 148

The Foundations of Life: God's Word vs Human Reason. We are joined by Patricia Engler (Answers in Genesis). Topics discussed include: Life as a Creation of God. Unmasking the Origins of Abortion. The Impact of a Culture of Death. Standing for Life and Truth.

Please forgive the brief silence mid-sermon & poor audio quality due to technical difficulties. VaultAI Summary: This sermon explores the biblical concept of true liberty, arguing that freedom is not the ability to do what one desires, but the power to obey God's law. Drawing from Psalm 119, the text distinguishes between the bondage of sin and the liberation found in Christ, who frees believers from both the guilt and the power of sin. The preacher emphasizes that God's Word is a 'perfect law of liberty' that enables believers to walk in holiness with confidence and delight. Key themes include the necessity of God's mercy for salvation, the joy of meditating on divine commandments, and the courage to speak truth without fear of man. The message concludes by urging believers to embrace this freedom as a gift of the gospel, rejecting the false liberty of the flesh in favor of the joyous obedience that characterizes a life set free by Jesus.