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A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hosea 7 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
What about those who are not grateful to God and who do not repent of their sins? What about those who bear no good fruit? Let's explore Heidelberg Catechism #87 together.
The sinner, realizing he is a sinner, saved by grace, cannot help but be humble.
David laments Saul and Jonathan, honoring their lives and mourning the loss of his beloved friend. Study and transcript: https://sharonrpc.org/devotions/2-samuel-1-17-27-grieve-with-resurrection-hope
The sermon explores the Christian call to run the race of faith with endurance, as outlined in Hebrews 12, by laying aside spiritual weights and fixing one's eyes on Jesus. It emphasizes the necessity of the Holy Spirit's fire to purify, empower, and energize believers, drawing on biblical examples from the burning bush to Pentecost. The message warns against the lethargy of lukewarm faith, urging a wholehearted response to God's call for zeal and boldness. By referencing historical figures like Spurgeon and Calvin, the text highlights the church's need for divine intensity rather than superficial piety. Ultimately, it calls for a life filled with the Spirit's power, enabling believers to finish the race with victory and purpose.
Greetings and welcome! This is our daily devotional for September 29, 2026. Today, we continue our Exodus series in Chapter 8, where God embarrasses the Egyptian pantheon with the plague of frogs. In doing so, God shows us who He is and that there are none like Him. Thanks for joining us!
The devotional emphasizes that true blessing from God is not automatic but follows a divine conditionality rooted in faithful obedience. It highlights seven essential prerequisites—careful observation of God's commandments, heartfelt love for the Lord, walking in His ways, keeping His laws, clinging to Him alone, and serving Him with wholehearted devotion—as the foundation upon which divine blessing is built. The message underscores that blessings bring lasting prosperity while disobedience leads to long-term consequences, warning that God will not bless those with hardened hearts or divided loyalties. The preacher calls the audience to self-examination, urging them to align their lives with these spiritual disciplines before seeking blessing. Ultimately, the sermon presents a call to intentional discipleship, where blessing flows naturally from a life surrendered to God's will.
1 Timothy 6:18 "That they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate;" King James Version
Thanksgiving is a humble and wholehearted response to God for what He has done for us. However, sometimes, even children of God may be far from Him, and fail to give Him rightful glory. Was this not the case with Jonah? This devotional traces God's gracious dealings with Jonah, despite his initial disobedience, until he no longer fled from Him, but testified, 'I will sacrifice unto thee with the voice of thanksgiving', and praised the Lord for His salvation. To read the article: https://www.tbsbibles.org/page/AWondrousThanksgiving To learn more about TBS: https://www.tbsbibles.org/ This article was written by the late Rev. G. Hamstra and narrated using artificial intelligence.
Jesus gave Moses a Blueprint to build a Tabernacle on earth modeled after the one in Heaven in which Jesus sat on the mercy seat in the Most Holy Place! Also Reference: Hebrews 8:5, Hebrews 9:23, Hebrews 8:1-2, Hebrews 2:9 https://bbfohio.com
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hosea 6 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
What does the third commandment forbid and what purpose is behind God giving us this commandment? Grab your Bible and join us from the Savannah Mission Bible Training Center Tuesday night devotional as we turn to Scripture and seek to answer these questions.
What happens when the God we were taught to expect collides with suffering, unanswered prayer, and silence? A personal struggle leads us into the book of Job and the uncomfortable reality of a God whose ways are unfathomable, unsearchable, and inscrutable.
Luke 11:28 "But he said, Yea rather, blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it." King James Version
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Christians can stand firm in God's truth without surrendering compassion or losing hope. Dave Jenkins concludes the September series by exploring our identity in Christ, biblical courage, speaking the truth in love, and guarding against cynicism. Discover how abiding in Christ strengthens believers for daily faithfulness through Scripture, prayer, local church fellowship, and ordinary obedience. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/
Lieutenant Colonel Phill Cochran spent more than two decades flying the F-16 Fighting Falcon. He flew operational missions from Misawa Air Base, Japan in the Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses. Later he trained the next generation of fighter pilots between 1990 and 2013 at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona and Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma. His career took him around the world, including Singapore, Africa, Germany, and Korea. Lt. Col. Cochran is the father of seven, and is also a grandfather. He spent 23 years as a pastor. Now retired from military service, he has authored the book, Lessons Learned at the Speed of Sound: A Fighter Pilot's Lessons on Faith, Discipline and Trust. As we read through the Scriptures, we see the Lord Jesus using many illustrations as He taught. He used agriculture by taking examples from a mustard seed, an olive tree, different types of soil and fields that were white unto harvest. He also used illustrations of shepherding, fishing and everyday life - things with which people were familiar. In similar fashion, the apostle Paul used various vocations to drive home spiritual truth in his letters. He compared a minister of the Word to a teacher who passes on Biblical truth to others, a farmer that labors and partakes in the first of his fruits, an athlete that runs the race faithfully and finishes his course with joy and a good soldier that endures hardness. Indeed, we relate to illustrations such as these. Our guest today has written from a vantage point that is unique to him. He was a fighter pilot and has written a devotional book that draws from his everyday experiences with application that presents Biblical truth.
Why would God bind Himself with an oath? Let's explore Hebrews 6:13-17 together.
David mourns Saul's death and judges the Amalekite who claims to have killed the Lord's anointed. Study and transcript: https://sharonrpc.org/devotions/2-samuel-1-1-16-honor-the-lords-anointed
Greetings and welcome! This is our daily devotional for September 29, 2026. Today, we continue our Exodus series in Chapter 7, where we see the first plague on Egypt. God fights for His people! He will fight for you, too. Thanks for joining us!
We come to another of several proverbs this preacher refers to as "Wyle E. Coyote Proverbs"... We discuss the viral "Watermelon Slingshot Fail" video and discuss why we should only refer to God as "Reverend". Also Reference: Psalm 111:9 https://bbfohio.com
What does Moses mean when he tells Israel, "Fear not", and then immediately says that "his fear may be before your faces, that ye sin not"? At first, these words may appear contradictory. Why would Moses tell the people not to fear, while also teaching them to fear God? In this Bible study, we examine the powerful distinction between terror and godly fear. When Israel stood before Mount Sinai, they witnessed thunderings, lightning, the sound of the trumpet, and the mountain smoking. They were overwhelmed by the awesome manifestation of God's presence and stood afar off. But Moses explained God's purpose: "Fear not: for God is come to prove you, and that his fear may be before your faces, that ye sin not." — Exodus 20:20 God was not teaching Israel to live in hopeless terror of Him. He was teaching them to recognize His holiness, authority, majesty, righteousness, and power so deeply that His presence would influence how they lived. The Hebrew concept behind "fear" — yare' has a broad range of meaning. It can describe fear of danger, dread, trembling, awe, reverence, profound respect, and the holy fear of God. Understanding this range helps us see why biblical fear is not simply being frightened.
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hosea 5 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
If we're saved by grace through no merit of our own, why should we obey God and do good works? Join Pastor Jason as we explore the answer to that question in Heidelberg Catechism #86.
The Lord brings down unfaithful Saul and transfers the kingdom to David. Study and transcript: https://sharonrpc.org/devotions/1-chronicles-10-1-14-look-to-jesus-the-perfect-king
Humility in our daily lives, encouraged by several Scriptures.
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Greetings and welcome! This is our daily devotional for September 28, 2026. Today, we continue our study of Exodus in Chapter 7, where magic appears and challenges our post-enlightenment sensibilities. Thanks for joining us! And we're so sorry that Friday's devotional didn't post. Thank you for your patience!
Titus 2:13 "Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;" King James Version
Parables are great teaching tools and Jesus used them. But when the ignorant or the apostate speak them and teach them, it's like watching a lame man trying to run! Also Reference: (Luke 16:19-31) https://bbfohio.com
The sermon explores the theological tension in Joshua 13 between the remaining conquest of the land and God's promise to drive out the enemies, establishing that the work of finishing the job is ultimately God's responsibility. This realization is presented as a source of confidence for believers, decreasing pride while increasing the desire to serve as honored vessels of God's will. The message warns against complacency, using the example of Israel's failure to fully drive out certain nations and the Ephesian church's loss of first love as cautionary tales. It concludes by emphasizing that all labor should be directed toward God's glory rather than personal gain, citing the Levites' inheritance of the Lord Himself as the ultimate model of selfless devotion and praise.
What are worldly troubles that we face today that can be a distraction to our service to God? This sermon explores the theological motivation behind Paul's counsel on singleness and marriage in 1 Corinthians 7, framing the Christian life as a period of spiritual warfare. The central argument posits that the 'present distress' and the shortness of the appointed time call believers to a wartime mentality, prioritizing undivided devotion to the Lord over worldly attachments. While affirming the goodness of marriage, the message highlights the unique advantage of singleness for those called to it, offering greater freedom to engage in evangelism and rescue lost souls. The preacher urges the congregation to view their current life stage as a limited opportunity to share the gospel, emphasizing that eternal stakes require immediate readiness and sacrifice. This instructional and convicting tone challenges listeners to examine their personal preparedness for sharing the faith, encouraging them to act with urgency before the opportunity passes.
1. Calling 2. Purpose 3. Possibility This sermon examines the biblical mandate for husbands to love their wives by modeling their conduct on Christ's relationship with the Church. The central argument posits that true marital love is defined by sacrificial giving, unconditional commitment, and tender care, rather than worldly passion or conditional attraction. By exploring the doctrine of sanctification, the message emphasizes that a husband's role is to spiritually beautify his wife through the daily application of God's Word and family devotion. The tone is convicting and instructional, urging men to measure their performance against the standard of Christ rather than other men, and to rely on divine grace to fulfill this demanding calling. The sermon concludes with the assurance that this high standard is achievable through faith and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life.
This sermon explores the metaphor of Jesus as the true vine and believers as branches, emphasizing that spiritual fruitfulness is impossible apart from abiding in Christ. The teaching distinguishes this union from mere religious performance, arguing that godly character is the result of Jesus' indwelling presence rather than human effort. By contrasting Israel's failure as God's vineyard with Jesus' sufficiency, the message highlights that true discipleship is defined by the fruit of the Spirit, such as love, joy, and peace. The preacher urges listeners to shift their motivation from fear-based obedience to a life driven by devotion and love for Jesus. Ultimately, the Christian life is presented as a dynamic relationship of faith and love, where God prunes and sustains the believer to produce lasting character.
This sermon explores the third priority in Jesus' training of the twelve apostles: his hatred for hypocrisy and love for sincerity. The speaker defines hypocrisy as a disconnect between one's words and heart, using the metaphor of leaven to illustrate how even small instances of pretense can spread and corrupt the entire soul. Drawing from Matthew, John, and Luke, the message warns against the dangers of seeking human approval, self-righteous judgment, and the gap between profession and practice. In contrast, the beauty of sincerity is highlighted through examples of Nathanael, the centurion, and the sinful woman, who demonstrated yielded faith and genuine devotion. The sermon calls believers to radically address areas of hypocrisy in their lives and to cultivate a heart of sincerity that aligns their inner life with their outward confession.
The sermon examines Hosea 9:1-5, focusing on the Lord's command for Israel to cease rejoicing because they have committed spiritual adultery by pursuing false gods. It highlights the personal nature of this offense, distinguishing Israel's covenant relationship with God from the idolatry of other nations, and explains that their prosperity and access to worship are consequences of their faithfulness. The text warns that God will withdraw His blessings, including agricultural sustenance and the privilege of entering His house, leading to exile and spiritual defilement. The preacher applies this to modern believers, urging them to recognize the fleeting nature of worldly pleasures and the grave cost of taking the privilege of worship and fellowship for granted. The message serves as a convicting call to repentance, emphasizing that true peace and joy are found only in faithful devotion to the Lord.
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Come, ye children, hearken unto me: I will teach you the fear of the LORD. (Psalm 34:11) **Sermon summary:** This sermon explores the theological concept of the fear of the Lord, defining it not as slavish dread but as a godly habit of reverence, awe, and submission produced by the Holy Spirit. Drawing primarily from Psalm 34, the message emphasizes that this fear is the foundation of true religion and wisdom, illustrated through biblical narratives such as David's handling of the Ark and the judgment of Ananias and Sapphira. The exposition highlights God's sovereignty and the necessity of aligning worship and conduct with His revealed will, contrasting the security of those who fear Him with the peril of the wicked. By examining multiple passages in Proverbs, the teaching underscores that humility and reverence lead to life, honour, and spiritual satisfaction, urging believers to maintain a constant awareness of God's presence in their daily lives.
It's not weak devotion that makes Jesus sick; it's bad Christology.
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: 1 Thessalonians 5 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
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