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Clothed, Contending, and Kept This message centers on the truth that Jesus did not simply deliver us from an old way of living; He delivered us unto Himself so that we can live differently in this world. Ephesians 4 shows us that we are to put off the old man, be renewed in the spirit of our mind, and put on the new man. Romans 12 and Philippians 1 reinforce the same truth: as we continually present ourselves to the Lord, He renews our thinking, grows our love in knowledge and discernment, and enables us to recognize and live out what is excellent in His sight. The believer has a whole new way of thinking, walking, responding, and living. We do not have to react like the world around us because we belong to another kingdom. We are ambassadors of Jesus, and our conduct ought to look like the kingdom we represent. The more our minds are renewed, the more clearly we can discern what is right, walk sincerely before the Lord, and be filled with the fruits of righteousness that come through Jesus. That truth leads directly into Jude, where believers are told to contend earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints because ungodly influences had crept in unnoticed. Jude warns us through the examples of Cain, Balaam, and Korah. Cain pictures, "Look what I did." Balaam pictures, "Look what I desire." Korah pictures, "Look what I deserve." Each one reveals the danger of self taking the place that belongs to God. Jesus is the great contrast: He is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and safety is found in staying close to Him. Jude also reminds us that error often works beneath the surface like hidden rocks, clouds without water, or trees without fruit. That is why believe

In 2 Corinthians 5:20, the apostle Paul tells God's people that "we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ's behalf, be reconciled to God." If you want a demonstration of this spirit in a gospel preacher after the time of the apostles, you could not do much better that read this sermon from Charles Spurgeon. He begins by insisting that the voice we must hear in the sermon is not that of the prophet who first spoke these words, nor that of the preacher who repeats them, but that of the God who makes known his own gospel grace: "Incline your ear, and come to me. Hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you—the sure mercies of David" (Is 55:3). Here, then, we find—first—two saving precepts, to hear and to come. Then we have, for each precept, a saving promise, each of which Spurgeon explores with spiritual sensitivity and experiential insight. Then, broadening his scope to embrace the direction and tone of the whole chapter, we come to the saving pleadings, the Lord God himself calling on sinners to come, and removing all obstacles and addressing all objections. Spurgeon really climbs inside his text, and makes the voice of God his own, not with the intention of clouding the call of the Lord, but of ensuring that it is indeed Jehovah's voice alone which the congregation hears, and God alone to whom the congregation responds.

Pastor Don's Books: https://ttwpress.com 2831 - https://www.thetruthpulpit.com

The amazing truth about Jesus: "Of My own self I can do nothing!" He thus sets the pattern for us.

But as for me, my prayer is unto thee, O LORD, in an acceptable time: O God, in the multitude of thy mercy hear me, in the truth of thy salvation.

On this Let's Talk Pastor Rocky Stevenson of Benoni Bible Church is joined with Bill Jack from Worldview Academy in the USA, and they discuss and explore the biblical mandate for Christians to question authority and engage in critical thinking, contrasting this with secular educational models that often discourage inquiry. It introduces four foundational questions—clarifying meaning, establishing authority, assessing life impact, and considering consequences—that serve as practical tools for evangelism and apologetics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of applying theological truth in real-world contexts, such as college campuses, to effectively share the gospel. By framing believers as both priests and kings, the message encourages a confident yet humble approach to dialogue, where the goal is to plant seeds of truth rather than demand immediate conversion. The tone is instructional and encouraging, urging listeners to move beyond passive belief to active, reasoned engagement with the world.

VaultAI Summary: This sermon concludes a series on Ecclesiastes by examining the book's final verses, which declare that the ultimate purpose of human life is to fear God and keep His commandments. The preacher contrasts the emptiness of seeking meaning under the sun with the liberating clarity found in recognizing one's Creator, arguing that all worldly pursuits are vanity without Christ. He emphasizes that divine wisdom, sourced from the Good Shepherd, serves to guide believers through life, urging them to submit to God's truth rather than kicking against it. The message highlights the necessity of revering God as the foundation of wisdom and obedience, noting that this fear of the Lord is a gift of the new covenant that preserves the soul. Finally, the sermon warns of the coming judgment of all secret things, urging listeners to find their rest and identity in Jesus Christ to ensure their lives are lived in accordance with God's will.