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

Pain can make it seem as though God is distant, silent, or absent. Yet Scripture assures Christians that the Lord is near to the brokenhearted and that He will never leave or forsake His people. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains why believers must anchor themselves in God's promises rather than allowing painful circumstances or overwhelming emotions to define what is true. God's presence does not depend upon whether we can feel it. He remains near, faithful, and actively at work in the lives of His people. Christians can honestly acknowledge their pain while continuing to seek the Lord, trust His Word, and walk by faith rather than sight. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

This sermon exhorts Christian men to combat spiritual thoughtlessness by intentionally cultivating a habit of deep reflection. It argues that failing to think leads to drifting into sin, becoming vulnerable to temptation, and damaging relationships within the home and church. The preacher urges listeners to fill their minds with biblical truth and the person of Jesus Christ rather than worldly distractions. Practical advice includes pausing before decisions, creating space for silence, and asking wise questions guided by Scripture. Ultimately, the message calls men to live deliberately and accountably before God.

This message is from the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace / SO4G 2026 Saturday Sermon/Lesson Series - Sermon Audio Broadcast Series. This message was delivered by SO4G Director, Brother Douglas Salyer at the SO4G office in Paintsville, Kentucky. This series we will be looking at passages or even theological concepts within the Scriptures in which men have used such verses out of context, misinterpreted, over the years. The title of this sermon/lesson was 'Exegetical Fallacies / Part-11'. This lesson centers around the topic of Man's Will, is it totally free as taught in most modern churches? Or is it in Bondage, the lesson covers the Freedom and the Bondage of the Will. The key text used were from Ephesians 2:1-5 / 2:8-10, as well as various other texts.

Jesus Christ holds a critical office before God on our behalf - He is our High Priest interceding for us to God. I hope that this quick review of this Christian Faith Essential is a blessing for you - S

Is deconstruction simply another word for apostasy? We examine that claim, look at biblical examples of testing religious truth claims, and ask what really separates honest examination from abandoning the faith.

Anxiety can make it difficult to think clearly, rest, or experience peace. Scripture does not ignore this struggle or offer shallow answers. Instead, God calls His people to bring their fears, worries, and burdens to Him in prayer. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Philippians 4:6–7 and 1 Peter 5:7 help Christians acknowledge anxiety honestly, examine where their trust is placed, and rest in the peace that God alone provides. Anxiety is real, but it does not have the final word. God does. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Many believers today are asking if a woman can be a pastor. When churches tolerate women preaching to men, they act in direct violation of 1 Timothy 2. This standard is rooted deeply in the creation order of Genesis, which serves as the permanent foundation for complementarianism and biblical gender roles. While the office of church elders is reserved for biblically qualified men, women have an absolutely vital role in the church. The Scriptures heavily emphasize the beauty of the Titus 2 model, where older women teach younger women in practical Christian living. True church health is measured by total submission to the Word of God rather than shifting cultural trends.

The sermon exhorts ministers to move beyond intellectual cleverness and emotionalism to preach the Word of God anointed with the Holy Spirit's fire. Drawing primarily from Jeremiah 23, it contrasts false prophets who speak their own dreams with true messengers who stand in God's counsel and deliver His word with divine weight and power. The speaker argues that effective ministry requires personal intimacy with God to receive specific guidance for each congregation, rather than relying on cultural trends or numerical success. True preaching is characterized by a burning urgency within the preacher, resulting in sermons that penetrate hearts and produce genuine revival. Ultimately, only God can impart this spiritual fire, which purifies the church and validates the quality of pastoral work at the judgment seat of Christ.

The Morning Devotional Season 11 | Edition 67 Psalm 100 Providence Presbyterian Church Evansville, IN Pastor's Website: https://theparchment.net/ This devotional explores Psalm 100 as a call to joyful corporate worship, emphasizing the believer's obligation to serve God with gladness and enter His presence with singing. The preacher highlights that this praise is rooted in theological truths: God is the Creator who owns His people, He is good, and His steadfast love endures forever. Encouraging listeners to overcome self-consciousness, the message urges a wholehearted, vocal expression of gratitude during gatherings. It concludes by challenging the audience to leave a legacy of faithfulness for future generations through consistent adoration and trust in God's unchanging character.