Sermon: A Warning Against Unbelief Sermon Text: Hebrews 4:12-13 Sermon Preached at Providence Presbyterian Church Evansville, IN This sermon warns believers against the spiritual danger of unbelief and hardened hearts, using the historical rebellion of Israel in the wilderness as a cautionary example. The preacher emphasizes that mere external participation in church life or religious rituals does not guarantee salvation if one fails to hear and obey God's voice today. Drawing from Hebrews 3, the text highlights that true faith is demonstrated through perseverance and a soft heart responsive to the Holy Spirit. The message urges the congregation to actively use the means of grace, such as prayer and Scripture, to guard their souls against apostasy. Ultimately, the sermon calls for urgent self-examination to ensure one's trust rests solely in Christ rather than in religious formality.

In Christ we are given an anchor for our soul, the stability and certainty of which, unlike so many other things in our life, in no way depends upon us. 1) The Certitude of an Oath. 2) The Certitude of Our Hope. 3) The Anchor of the Soul

ALL BLOOM AND NO FRUIT. [WHEN THE BLOSSOMS LOOK GOOD BUT THE BRANCHES ARE EMPTY] John 15:1–8 KJV A plant can be covered with beautiful blossoms and still never produce any fruit. Jesus warns us that the same thing can happen spiritually. A person can look religious, attend church, know the right words, and make a good outward appearance—yet still have little evidence of a life abiding in Christ. In John 15, Jesus declares that He is the Vine and we are the branches. Real spiritual fruit does not come from religion, appearance, or human effort. It comes from remaining connected to Jesus Christ. This message challenges us to look beyond the bloom and examine the fruit. Is there love, joy, peace, obedience, forgiveness, and a desire to live for Christ? The blossom may look good for a season, but the fruit reveals whether there is life in the branch. Don't just bloom—abide in Christ and bear fruit.

This sermon explores Jesus' declaration in John 14 as the exclusive path to reconciliation with God, emphasizing that He is the only means of salvation. The preacher illustrates the necessity of staying on the correct spiritual path through a personal anecdote about getting lost while hiking, contrasting human error with divine certainty. Key themes include the importance of believing in Jesus' truth and obeying His commandments as evidence of love for Him. The message highlights the role of the Holy Spirit as the Comforter who guides believers into all truth and provides assurance of eternal life. Ultimately, the sermon calls listeners to trust solely in Christ for spiritual vitality and warns against the condemnation that comes from rejecting this singular way.

God Holds Your Breath (Daniel 5:22-30) The sermon explores the sovereignty of God over human life, emphasizing that every breath and step is held in His hand. It contrasts the fleeting power of worldly rulers with the eternal care of God, who governs all circumstances for His creatures. The preacher highlights how sin involves exalting oneself against God and ignoring the Giver of life's gifts. Through the example of Belshazzar, the text warns that human existence is temporary and subject to divine judgment. Ultimately, it calls listeners to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, who bore the penalty for sin and offers forgiveness to all who trust in Him.

Warning against haughtiness and pride. Let God be your teacher. (Matt. 11:28-30) Called to serve and love God and neighbor. (Matt. 22:37-40) Pray like the tax collector for God to be merciful to me a sinner. (Luke 18:13)

In this August series wrap-up, Dave Jenkins examines the common thread behind counterfeit spirituality, prophetic culture, prosperity theology, emotionalism, and other deceptive movements: a shift away from the authority and sufficiency of God's Word. Christians do not need new revelations, spiritual trends, or captivating personalities. In Christ, believers have everything necessary for life and godliness. This episode calls listeners to test every teaching by Scripture, grow in biblical literacy, and stand firm in the truth as the church ministers in a post-truth culture. For more from Contending for the Word, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

The sermon warns against the spiritual danger of imitating godless parental examples by emphasizing the necessity of genuine repentance. Drawing from Zechariah, it highlights that God's anger stems from people ignoring His word and failing to turn away from evil ways. The speaker urges Christian parents to prioritize their local church and model faithful obedience so their children do not face similar divine judgment. True repentance is defined as both turning toward God and actively abandoning sinful behaviors rather than mere religious profession. The message concludes with an urgent appeal for individuals to draw near to God to secure His blessings and avoid repeating the nation's historical failures.

~~~~~~~ No 29 in the series - The Epistles of Peter. ~~~~~~~ **Considering 2 Peter 2:4-9** For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment; .... The Lord knoweth how to deliver the godly out of temptations, and to reserve the unjust unto the day of judgment to be punished: *1/ A lesson in Judgment without mercy. 2/ Lessons in judgment and mercy at the last day. 3/ A lesson in the Lord's care of his people in this world.* **Sermon Summary:** This sermon explores the dual themes of divine judgment and mercy through the biblical examples of the fallen angels, Noah, and Lot. It emphasizes God's sovereignty in executing justice on the ungodly while providing a way of escape for the righteous through faith. The preacher uses the flood and the destruction of Sodom as solemn warnings about the suddenness of the end times and the necessity of spiritual readiness. Central to the message is the assurance that the Lord knows how to deliver the godly from temptation and reserve the unjust for final punishment. Ultimately, Christ is presented as the true Ark of safety, giving salvation to those who trust in His finished work.

In this episode of NAR to Christ, Dawn Hill examines Katherine Krick's claims of spiritual authority, recurring deliverance ministry, and the troubling pattern of loyalty demanded within Five-Fold Church. Dawn contrasts these claims with the clear teaching of Scripture. Christ, not a modern apostle, is the head of the church. The Holy Spirit glorifies Christ and leads believers through the Word of God. Christians are not called to submit to an alleged anointing, chase manifestations, or place their confidence in a spiritual leader. This episode calls listeners to test every teaching by Scripture, flee false authority, and find true freedom in the saving gospel of Jesus Christ. For more from Dawn Hill, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/dawn-hill/