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How can Christians determine whether a spiritual experience, dream, impression, or supernatural claim is truly from God? In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins explains why every spiritual experience must be evaluated by the authoritative and sufficient Word of God. First John 4:1 commands believers to test the spirits, while 1 Thessalonians 5:21 instructs Christians to test everything and hold fast to what is good. Christians are called neither to accept every spiritual claim nor to reject everything automatically. They are called to exercise careful, Scripture-governed discernment. This episode considers the sufficiency of Scripture, the danger of treating personal experience as the highest authority, the example of the Bereans, and three practical tests Christians can use when evaluating spiritual claims. Experiences may be powerful and emotionally meaningful, but Scripture alone is the final authority for Christian faith and practice. For more from Anchored in the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-wordpage/

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Ecclesiastes 5 addresses two areas that reveal the condition of our hearts: how we approach God in worship and how we think about money and possessions. The Preacher warns against careless worship, rash words, and empty promises before God. He also exposes the emptiness of pursuing wealth, reminding us that those who love money will never finally be satisfied by it. Instead of continually chasing more, God calls His people to receive His gifts with gratitude and enjoy His provision with contentment. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains Ecclesiastes 5 and considers reverent worship, the limits of wealth, biblical contentment, and the lasting satisfaction found in Christ. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Christians still face temptation, suffering, and spiritual opposition, but the outcome of the battle is not uncertain. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus Christ has secured victory over sin, death, and the enemy. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how Christ's finished work enables believers to reject fear, stand firm in the gospel, and live with confidence in Christ alone. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Christians are called to engage politically with wisdom, biblical conviction, and confidence in Christ, not fear, outrage, or tribal loyalty. Dave Jenkins explains on this new Equipping You in Grace show how Scripture shapes the conscience, why political identity must never replace identity in Christ, and how believers can think carefully about voting in a fallen world. For more from Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

Ecclesiastes 4 takes an honest look at life in a fallen world. Solomon considers oppression, envy, loneliness, selfish ambition, companionship, and the temporary nature of human success. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why ambition driven by comparison cannot satisfy, why isolation leads to misery, and why God designed people for relationships and community. Ecclesiastes 4:9 declares, "Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil." Life under the sun can feel lonely, unjust, and heavy, but Christians are not meant to walk alone. Through Christ, believers are reconciled to God and brought into fellowship with His people. God gives His people the local church so they can walk together, bear one another's burdens, and encourage one another in a broken world. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Ecclesiastes 4 takes an honest look at life in a fallen world. Solomon considers oppression, envy, loneliness, selfish ambition, companionship, and the temporary nature of human success. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why ambition driven by comparison cannot satisfy, why isolation leads to misery, and why God designed people for relationships and community. Ecclesiastes 4:9 declares, "Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil." Life under the sun can feel lonely, unjust, and heavy, but Christians are not meant to walk alone. Through Christ, believers are reconciled to God and brought into fellowship with His people. God gives His people the local church so they can walk together, bear one another's burdens, and encourage one another in a broken world. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

What does victory in Christ mean for believers today? Through His death and resurrection, Jesus Christ has defeated sin, death, and the powers of darkness. The enemy remains active, but the outcome of the battle is no longer uncertain. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains why Christians do not fight to earn victory. Instead, they stand firm in the victory Christ has already secured through His finished work. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Ecclesiastes 3 reminds us that life is filled with seasons we cannot control, but none of them are outside the sovereign purposes of God. There is a time to rejoice and mourn, build and tear down, speak and remain silent. Through every season, God remains Lord over time and history. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains how Ecclesiastes 3 teaches us to trust God's timing, recognize the limits of human control, receive life as His gift, and understand our deep longing for eternity. Ecclesiastes 3:11 declares, "He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also, he has put eternity into man's heart." We live in time but long for eternity. That longing ultimately points us beyond this present life to Jesus Christ, who entered our world, suffered, died, rose again, and gives His people the hope of everlasting life with Him. Ecclesiastes 3 calls Christians to trust God in every season, receive His gifts with gratitude, and rest in the certainty that His sovereign purposes endure forever. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Most false teaching does not begin with an outright rejection of biblical truth. It begins with distortion: a verse removed from context, one doctrine emphasized at the expense of another, or biblical language subtly redefined. In this episode of the Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins explains why half-truths can be more dangerous than obvious lies and why biblical discernment is essential for every Christian. Beginning with Genesis 3, Dave examines how the serpent distorted God's Word and character by mixing truth with error. He then considers common modern half-truths, the danger of confirmation bias, the importance of biblical context, and Paul's commitment to proclaiming the whole counsel of God. Christians do not need to become experts in every false teaching. They need to know Christ and His Word. The deeper believers grow in Scripture, sound doctrine, and biblical theology, the better equipped they become to recognize truth that has been twisted or taken out of balance. Learn to test teaching according to Scripture, recognize biblical language being used in unbiblical ways, and remain grounded in the whole counsel of God. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Most false teaching does not begin with an outright rejection of biblical truth. It begins with distortion: a verse removed from context, one doctrine emphasized at the expense of another, or biblical language subtly redefined. In this episode of the Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins explains why half-truths can be more dangerous than obvious lies and why biblical discernment is essential for every Christian. Beginning with Genesis 3, Dave examines how the serpent distorted God's Word and character by mixing truth with error. He then considers common modern half-truths, the danger of confirmation bias, the importance of biblical context, and Paul's commitment to proclaiming the whole counsel of God. Christians do not need to become experts in every false teaching. They need to know Christ and His Word. The deeper believers grow in Scripture, sound doctrine, and biblical theology, the better equipped they become to recognize truth that has been twisted or taken out of balance. Learn to test teaching according to Scripture, recognize biblical language being used in unbiblical ways, and remain grounded in the whole counsel of God. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Christians are called to stand firm in the midst of spiritual battle, but what does that look like in everyday life? In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins considers Ephesians 6:13 and James 4:7 to explain how believers stand firm by submitting to God, resisting the enemy, remaining grounded in biblical truth, and pursuing consistency in their walk with Christ. Standing firm is not about dramatic spiritual experiences or relying on our own strength. It is a daily posture of choosing truth over lies, trust over fear, and faithfulness over compromise. God has not left His people without direction for spiritual battle. Christians resist the enemy by remaining under God's authority and steadfast in the truth of His Word. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Ecclesiastes 2 records the Preacher's search for satisfaction through pleasure, achievement, possessions, wisdom, and work. Yet after experiencing everything the world could seemingly offer, he concludes that it is vanity and striving after the wind. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why pleasure cannot satisfy the soul, why success and achievement cannot provide lasting meaning, why wisdom remains limited by death, and why work apart from God ultimately frustrates us. The chapter ends by directing us toward a better understanding of life: our work, food, enjoyment, and daily blessings are gifts from the hand of God. Meaning is not ultimately found in the gifts, but in the Giver. Ecclesiastes 2 points us beyond the emptiness of life under the sun to our need for Christ. In Him, our lives have lasting purpose, our work is not meaningless, and our joy is rooted in God Himself. Continue reading through Scripture with Reading the Bible Daily with Dave: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Romans 1:3 tells us that the gospel of God is "concerning His Son." Those few words take us directly to the center of the Christian faith. The gospel is not primarily about human potential, moral improvement, religious performance, or personal fulfillment. The gospel announces what God has done through His Son, Jesus Christ. In this message, Dave Jenkins explains why Jesus is the eternal Son of God, the promised Son of David, the rightful King, and the incarnate Savior who became truly man without ceasing to be truly God. Christ is not merely one part of the gospel. He is the center and substance of the gospel. The hope of sinners is found in Jesus Christ alone: the Son who came, obeyed, suffered, died, rose again, reigns, and saves all who repent and believe. Text: Romans 1:3 Series: Romans: The Gospel That Changes Everything

Spiritual warfare is real, but God has not left His people unprepared. In Ephesians 6:13–17, Scripture describes the armor of God: truth, righteousness, the gospel of peace, faith, salvation, and the Word of God. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains that the armor of God is not a mystical formula or physical protection. It describes God's provision for His people to remain grounded in biblical truth and stand firm against temptation, discouragement, deception, and spiritual opposition. Christians are not called to chase the enemy or fight in their own strength. They are called to stand firm in what God has provided through His Word and grace. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Ecclesiastes 2 records the Preacher's search for satisfaction through pleasure, achievement, possessions, wisdom, and work. Yet after experiencing everything the world could seemingly offer, he concludes that it is vanity and striving after the wind. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why pleasure cannot satisfy the soul, why success and achievement cannot provide lasting meaning, why wisdom remains limited by death, and why work apart from God ultimately frustrates us. The chapter ends by directing us toward a better understanding of life: our work, food, enjoyment, and daily blessings are gifts from the hand of God. Meaning is not ultimately found in the gifts, but in the Giver. Ecclesiastes 2 points us beyond the emptiness of life under the sun to our need for Christ. In Him, our lives have lasting purpose, our work is not meaningless, and our joy is rooted in God Himself. Continue reading through Scripture with Reading the Bible Daily with Dave: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Ecclesiastes 2 records the Preacher's search for satisfaction through pleasure, achievement, possessions, wisdom, and work. Yet after experiencing everything the world could seemingly offer, he concludes that it is vanity and striving after the wind. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why pleasure cannot satisfy the soul, why success and achievement cannot provide lasting meaning, why wisdom remains limited by death, and why work apart from God ultimately frustrates us. The chapter ends by directing us toward a better understanding of life: our work, food, enjoyment, and daily blessings are gifts from the hand of God. Meaning is not ultimately found in the gifts, but in the Giver. Ecclesiastes 2 points us beyond the emptiness of life under the sun to our need for Christ. In Him, our lives have lasting purpose, our work is not meaningless, and our joy is rooted in God Himself. Continue reading through Scripture with Reading the Bible Daily with Dave: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Holiness is not a way for Christians to earn God's acceptance. It is the fruit of God's saving and transforming grace. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins explains why holiness is essential for Christian living. He considers what it means to be set apart for God, why holiness must be distinguished from legalism, and how believers grow in Christlikeness through Scripture, repentance, obedience, and the work of the Holy Spirit. The pursuit of holiness flows from salvation rather than leading to salvation. The same Savior who justifies His people is also sanctifying them. For more from Anchored in the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-wordpage/

Holiness is not a way for Christians to earn God's acceptance. It is the fruit of God's saving and transforming grace. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins explains why holiness is essential for Christian living. He considers what it means to be set apart for God, why holiness must be distinguished from legalism, and how believers grow in Christlikeness through Scripture, repentance, obedience, and the work of the Holy Spirit. The pursuit of holiness flows from salvation rather than leading to salvation. The same Savior who justifies His people is also sanctifying them. For more from Anchored in the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-wordpage/

Satan is real, but he is not equal with God. He is neither all-powerful nor sovereign. Scripture presents him as a created and limited adversary who opposes God, attacks the truth, and works primarily through deception. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins considers what the Bible teaches about Satan and his schemes. Drawing from John 8:44 and 2 Corinthians 11:14, Dave explains Satan's character as a liar, his use of deception, and why Scripture warns that he can disguise himself as an angel of light. Christians should neither ignore Satan nor exaggerate his power. Instead, believers are called to remain alert, exercise biblical discernment, and stay firmly grounded in the truth of God's Word. Satan is real, but he is limited. God alone is sovereign, and Christians can face spiritual warfare with clarity rather than fear because Christ and His grace are sufficient. For more episodes of Contending for the Word Q&A, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Modern culture increasingly treats truth as flexible, personal, and politically constructed. When objective truth is rejected, morality, identity, justice, language, and discernment all become unstable. In this episode of Equipping You in Grace, Dave Jenkins explains why truth belongs to God, how cultural and ideological movements redefine reality, and why Christians must evaluate every claim through the authority of Scripture. He also addresses emotional manipulation, social pressure, biblical illiteracy, and the need for courageous conviction. Believers are called to remain compassionate without compromise, truthful without cruelty, and courageous without arrogance. Biblical discernment begins with submission to the unchanging truth of God's Word. For more episodes and resources from Equipping You in Grace, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

Why does life still feel confusing and unsatisfying even when we try to live wisely? In this introduction to Ecclesiastes, Dave Jenkins begins a journey through one of the Bible's most honest and searching books. Ecclesiastes confronts the temporary nature of life, the limits of success and pleasure, and humanity's search for lasting meaning. The Preacher describes life "under the sun" as vanity, a vapor that cannot be grasped or held. Wealth, achievement, pleasure, work, and human wisdom cannot ultimately satisfy the heart. Ecclesiastes forces us to face the reality of life in a fallen world and directs us toward the only One who can give lasting meaning. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Holiness Is Essential for Christian Living By Dave Jenkins Holiness is not a way for Christians to earn God's acceptance. It is the fruit of belonging to Christ and being transformed by His grace. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins explains why holiness is essential for Christian living, what it means to be set apart for God, and why the pursuit of holiness flows from salvation rather than leading to salvation. Many Christians hear the word holiness and immediately think about rules, restrictions, or a list of things they should avoid. Scripture presents holiness much differently. God calls His people to reflect His character, grow in Christlikeness, and pursue faithful obedience through the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. Listen or Watch   Holiness Flows From Salvation First Peter 1:15–16 says: “But as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct, since it is written, ‘You shall be holy, for I am holy.'” Peter does not tell Christians to pursue holiness so that God will accept them. Instead, believers pursue holiness because God has already called and saved them. Christians are saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, but the same grace that saves also transforms. Holiness is therefore not the basis of salvation. It is the fruit of genuine conversion and part of God's work of conforming His people to the image of His Son. What Biblical Holiness Means At its heart, holiness means being set apart for God. God Himself is perfectly holy, completely separate from sin, and morally perfect in every way. Because Christians belong to Him, they are called to live lives that increasingly reflect His character. This does not mean Christians attain sinless perfection in this life. Rather, holiness describes the direction of the Christian life as believers grow in obedience, repentance, and likeness to Christ. Holiness Is Not Legalism Biblical holiness and legalism are not the same thing. Legalism attempts to earn God's favor through human effort. Biblical holiness flows from God's favor already given through Jesus Christ. Grace does not remove the need for holiness. Grace produces holiness. The gospel not only forgives sinners but also transforms them. Hebrews 12:14 calls Christians to “strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.” Romans 12:1–2 calls believers to present themselves as living sacrifices and to be transformed by the renewing of their minds. Second Corinthians 7:1 likewise urges Christians to pursue holiness in the fear of God. How Christians Pursue Holiness Christians pursue holiness by remaining rooted in the gospel and dependent upon the grace of God. Begin with the gospel. No one can grow in true holiness apart from Jesus Christ. Spend consistent time in the Word of God. The Holy Spirit uses Scripture to shape, renew, and transform believers. Practice daily repentance. Growth in holiness does not mean never sinning. It means continually turning away from sin and toward Christ. Pursue faithful obedience. God uses ordinary, ongoing obedience as an important means of sanctification. Holiness Is Rooted in Union With Christ Ultimately, holiness is rooted in the believer's union with Jesus Christ. Jesus lived the perfectly holy life sinners could never live, died for their sins, and rose again to secure their salvation. Those who are united to Christ by faith are not only forgiven. They are also being transformed. The same Savior who justifies His people is also sanctifying them. Holiness is not the way Christians earn God's acceptance. It is evidence that they belong to Him. Listen to More Anchored in the Word Anchored in the Word is a weekly segment of the Servants of Grace podcast devoted to helping Christians stay rooted in Scripture, grow in sound doctrine, and live faithfully before Christ. Explore Anchored in the Word Listen to More Episodes

What is biblical wisdom, and how should it shape the Christian life? In this concluding episode through Proverbs, Dave Jenkins considers the major themes we have encountered throughout the book. Wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord and means living rightly before God according to His Word. Proverbs repeatedly presents two paths: wisdom leading toward life and folly leading toward destruction. It teaches that wisdom touches our words, relationships, work, decisions, desires, and character. It also directs us inward to the heart while reminding us that the sovereign Lord directs our steps. Living wisely means fearing the Lord, remaining in His Word, guarding our hearts, watching our words, walking humbly, receiving correction, and choosing wisdom day after day. Yet Proverbs ultimately points beyond ourselves to Jesus Christ. We have not lived wisely or obeyed God perfectly, but Christ has. Jesus is not merely an example of wisdom. He is the wisdom of God. Through His death and resurrection, sinners are forgiven, transformed, and enabled to walk according to God's ways. Proverbs 9:10: "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is insight." For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Spiritual warfare is real, but Christians are not called to live in fear or become consumed with speculation about the demonic. Scripture calls believers to be sober-minded, watchful, and firmly grounded in the truth of God's Word. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins examines what Scripture teaches about spiritual warfare. He explains why the Christian battle is not against flesh and blood, how the enemy works through deception and distortion of truth, and why biblical discernment is essential. Christians should neither ignore spiritual warfare nor see demonic activity behind everything. Instead, believers must recognize the reality of the spiritual battle while standing firm in Christ and trusting the sufficiency of Scripture. God has not left His people unprepared. He has given us His Word, and His Word is truth. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Every Christian man is engaged in a real spiritual battle. Scripture neither encourages an unhealthy obsession with demons nor permits believers to ignore spiritual opposition. Instead, the Lord commands His people to be strong in Him and to stand firm with the armor He provides. In this episode of Warriors of Grace, Dave Jenkins explains Ephesians 6:10–18 and shows how Christian men can face sin, temptation, fear, discouragement, pride, anger, passivity, and spiritual opposition with biblical courage. Victory does not come through human ingenuity, willpower, or self-confidence. Christian men fight from the finished victory of Jesus Christ. Through truth, righteousness, the gospel, faith, salvation, Scripture, prayer, and fellowship in the local church, God supplies everything His people need to remain faithful. Stand firm in Christ, remain vigilant, and fight with the armor God provides. For more from Warriors of Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/warriors-of-grace-podcast/

Christian influencer culture has given individual voices extraordinary reach, but visibility is not the same as biblical faithfulness. At the same time, many Christians increasingly treat emotions, personal impressions, and phrases such as "God told me" or "the Lord showed me" as sources of spiritual authority. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins examines why influence, feelings, and subjective experiences must never replace the authority of Scripture. He explains why Christians should test every teacher and spiritual claim by the Word of God, remain accountable within the local church, and cultivate discernment through Scripture, sound doctrine, prayer, and faithful Christian living. Feelings change. Influencers come and go. Human authorities are fallible. But God's Word remains. Christians find lasting stability not in personalities or experiences, but in Jesus Christ as revealed in the sufficient and authoritative Word of God. For more from Contending for the Word please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Proverbs 31 concludes the Book of Proverbs by showing what wisdom looks like when it is lived out in everyday life. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains how Proverbs 31 emphasizes wise leadership, faithful character, diligent living, care for others, and the fear of the Lord. The opening verses call leaders to exercise wisdom, protect the vulnerable, and pursue justice. The portrait of the excellent wife demonstrates strength, faithfulness, stewardship, generosity, and diligence. The chapter then brings everything back to the central foundation of biblical wisdom: fearing the Lord. Proverbs 31:30 declares, "Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." Ultimately, true wisdom is perfectly revealed in Jesus Christ. He leads righteously, serves humbly, lives faithfully, and perfectly honors the Father. Through Christ, sinners are forgiven and transformed into people increasingly characterized by godly wisdom. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Politics matters, but it was never designed to carry humanity's ultimate hope. Modern political movements increasingly promise identity, security, justice, transformation, and societal redemption. When people expect politics to provide what only Christ can give, political involvement becomes political idolatry and political power begins functioning as a false gospel. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how Romans 1 exposes humanity's tendency to exchange worship of the Creator for created things. He considers why political systems create the illusion of control, how political identity can overshadow identity in Christ, and why every attempt to produce salvation through human power eventually disappoints. Governments can restrain evil, preserve order, and promote justice imperfectly. But laws cannot regenerate the heart, political power cannot reconcile sinners to God, and no earthly system can establish an eternal kingdom. Christians should care about truth, righteousness, justice, and the good of their neighbors. But they must engage society with their hope firmly anchored in Jesus Christ. Politics is important, but it is never ultimate. Only Christ can redeem what sin has broken. For more Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

Suffering can make Christians feel alone and distant from God, but Scripture reminds us that our feelings are not the final authority. Psalm 34:18 declares, "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." In this weekend reflection from Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains why God's nearness does not depend on our circumstances or emotions. God does not merely meet His people after their trials. He is present with them in the middle of pain, confusion, and waiting. Through Psalm 34:18, 2 Corinthians 1:20, and the person and work of Jesus Christ, listeners are encouraged to rest in the unchanging character and promises of God. Suffering is real, but so is God's presence. Even when His nearness is difficult to feel, He remains faithful to His people. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Politics matters, but it was never designed to carry humanity's ultimate hope. Modern political movements increasingly promise identity, security, justice, transformation, and societal redemption. When people expect politics to provide what only Christ can give, political involvement becomes political idolatry and political power begins functioning as a false gospel. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains how Romans 1 exposes humanity's tendency to exchange worship of the Creator for created things. He considers why political systems create the illusion of control, how political identity can overshadow identity in Christ, and why every attempt to produce salvation through human power eventually disappoints. Governments can restrain evil, preserve order, and promote justice imperfectly. But laws cannot regenerate the heart, political power cannot reconcile sinners to God, and no earthly system can establish an eternal kingdom. Christians should care about truth, righteousness, justice, and the good of their neighbors. But they must engage society with their hope firmly anchored in Jesus Christ. Politics is important, but it is never ultimate. Only Christ can redeem what sin has broken. For more Equipping You in Grace, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/equipping-you-in-grace-2/

Proverbs 31 concludes the Book of Proverbs by showing what wisdom looks like when it is lived out in everyday life. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains how Proverbs 31 emphasizes wise leadership, faithful character, diligent living, care for others, and the fear of the Lord. The opening verses call leaders to exercise wisdom, protect the vulnerable, and pursue justice. The portrait of the excellent wife demonstrates strength, faithfulness, stewardship, generosity, and diligence. The chapter then brings everything back to the central foundation of biblical wisdom: fearing the Lord. Proverbs 31:30 declares, "Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." Ultimately, true wisdom is perfectly revealed in Jesus Christ. He leads righteously, serves humbly, lives faithfully, and perfectly honors the Father. Through Christ, sinners are forgiven and transformed into people increasingly characterized by godly wisdom. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Romans 1:2 Explained: The Gospel Promised Beforehand Romans: The Gospel That Changes Everything Romans 1:2 teaches that the gospel was promised beforehand through God's prophets in the Holy Scriptures. The gospel is not a human invention, a first-century novelty, or God's response to an unexpected problem. It rests on God's eternal purpose and His promise-keeping faithfulness. In this sermon, Dave Jenkins explains how the Old Testament progressively revealed God's saving promise, how the prophets pointed forward to Jesus Christ, and why the gospel cannot be separated from the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. The Bible presents one unified message of redemption, and every promise of salvation finds its fulfillment in Christ alone. Listen and Watch The Gospel Was Promised by God Paul begins Romans by making clear that the gospel did not originate with him. Romans 1:2 says that God “promised beforehand” the gospel. The gospel is not Plan B in the mind of God, nor is it God reacting to a problem He did not foresee. From the beginning, God revealed His purpose to save sinners through Jesus Christ. After sin entered the world, God promised that the seed of the woman would crush the head of the serpent in Genesis 3:15. He promised blessing through Abraham, a King through David, a suffering servant through Isaiah, a new covenant through Jeremiah, and cleansing, renewal, and the Spirit through Ezekiel. The gospel is trustworthy because the God who promised it is trustworthy. God does not lie, forget, fail, or make promises He cannot keep. The gospel stands because God Himself promised it. The Gospel Was Promised Beforehand Paul's words remind Christians that the gospel has deep roots in redemptive history. Scripture has an apex, goal, and fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Jesus Himself taught that the Scriptures testify about Him, and throughout the Old Testament God progressively revealed the saving work that would ultimately be fulfilled in Christ. Christianity is therefore not detached from the Old Testament. The New Testament does not replace the Old Testament as though God changed directions. Rather, the New Testament announces the fulfillment of what God promised beforehand. There is not one gospel in the Old Testament and another gospel in the New Testament. There is one gospel running like a scarlet thread from Genesis to Revelation, centered upon and fulfilled in Jesus Christ. The Gospel Was Promised Through the Prophets God is the source of the gospel promise, and the prophets were His chosen instruments. They did not speak on their own authority but spoke as men carried along by the Holy Spirit. Through them, God announced sin, judgment, mercy, restoration, the coming Messiah, the suffering servant, the righteous King, the new covenant, and the salvation of the nations. The prophets were not pointing ultimately to themselves. They were pointing forward to the saving work of God in Jesus Christ. Reading All of Scripture in Light of Christ Christians should not read the Old Testament merely as a collection of moral examples, disconnected stories, myths, or ancient religious history. Scripture is the unfolding revelation of God's saving purpose fulfilled in Jesus Christ. This does not mean flattening every passage or forcing every text to say the same thing. Each passage must be interpreted according to its God-given context, genre, covenantal setting, and authorial intent. From there, it can be understood within the larger redemptive purpose of Scripture that reaches its fulfillment in Christ. The Gospel Was Promised in the Holy Scriptures Paul grounds the gospel in the Holy Scriptures. He does not ground it in rumor, speculation, human tradition, emotional experience, cultural feeling, or private spirituality. The Scriptures are holy because they are from God. They are inspired, sufficient, authoritative, true, clear, and trustworthy. The same Scriptures that promised the gospel bear witness to the Christ who fulfills the gospel. Christians therefore cannot separate Christ from the Word of God. The only Christ we can faithfully proclaim is the Christ revealed in Scripture. A Scripture-promised gospel is also a Scripture-governed gospel. The Promised Gospel Displays the Faithfulness of God Romans 1:2 ultimately points Christians to the promise-keeping faithfulness of God. He promised beforehand, spoke through His prophets, revealed His promise in Scripture, and in the fullness of time sent His Son. If God kept His greatest promise in Christ, His people can trust Him with every other promise He has made. When circumstances are confusing, God is faithful. When prayers seem unanswered, God is faithful. When suffering is heavy, God is faithful. When sin feels great, God's grace in Christ is greater still. The world changes, cultures shift, feelings rise and fall, and circumstances may confuse us, but the gospel still stands because God has spoken in His holy Word. Jesus Christ Is the Fulfillment of the Promise Jesus is the promised Savior, the promised King, the suffering servant, the seed of the woman, and the Son of God. He lived the righteous life sinners have not lived, died the death sinners deserve, rose from the dead in victory, and reigns as Lord now and forever. The gospel is not about sinners climbing their way toward God through morality, achievement, or religious performance. The gospel is God fulfilling His promise to save sinners through His Son. Trust the gospel. Trust the God who promised it. Trust the Scriptures that reveal it. Trust the Christ who fulfills it. God will always keep His Word. Romans: The Gospel That Changes Everything Continue studying Paul's letter to the Romans with Dave Jenkins in the sermon series Romans: The Gospel That Changes Everything. Follow each verse-by-verse message as we explore the gospel of Jesus Christ and its implications for the Christian life. Explore the complete Romans sermon series on Servants of Grace. Subscribe to Servants of Grace on YouTube for new sermons, podcasts, and biblical teaching.

How can Christians distinguish the Holy Spirit's conviction from crushing condemnation? Although both may involve an awareness of sin, they lead believers in completely different directions. Condemnation declares that there is no hope, that God is finished with you, and that your sin is greater than His grace. Biblical conviction exposes specific sin so that you will confess it, repent, trust Christ, and return to joyful fellowship with God. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins examines Romans 8:1, John 16:8, Psalm 32, Hebrews 4:16, and 1 John 1:9 to explain why believers no longer stand condemned before God. Jesus Christ bore the complete judgment their sins deserved, securing forgiveness, justification, and peace with God. Christians do not overcome guilt through endless introspection, religious effort, or ongoing self-punishment. They overcome it by looking to Christ, receiving His forgiveness, and resting in His finished work. For more from Anchored in the Word please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/anchored-in-the-wordpage/

Conviction vs. Condemnation: Freedom from Guilt in Christ Have you ever confessed your sin to God and still felt as though He was finished with you? Maybe the guilt would not lift. Maybe you wondered whether you had finally gone too far or somehow reached the limit of God's grace. Many Christians struggle to distinguish between the Holy Spirit's conviction and crushing condemnation. They can feel similar in the moment, but they are not the same. One leads believers toward Christ, repentance, and hope. The other drives them toward despair, isolation, and hopelessness. In this episode of Anchored in the Word with Dave Jenkins, we look at what Scripture teaches about conviction, condemnation, guilt, forgiveness, and the believer's assurance in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Listen or Watch There Is No Condemnation in Christ Romans 8:1 provides the foundation for understanding the difference between conviction and condemnation: “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Paul does not say there is less condemnation for those who are in Christ. He does not say condemnation remains only for our worst sins. He says there is no condemnation. For the Christian, the verdict has already been rendered. Because of the perfect righteousness of Jesus Christ and His finished work on the cross, believers no longer stand condemned before God. What Condemnation Sounds Like Condemnation speaks the language of hopelessness. It says: You are a failure. God is finished with you. You will never change. Your sin is too great. You are beyond the reach of grace. Condemnation attempts to make believers believe that their sin is greater than God's grace. Yet Romans 8:1 declares that condemnation has been removed because Jesus bore the judgment our sins deserved. What Biblical Conviction Does The Holy Spirit's conviction is entirely different. He exposes sin not to destroy God's people but to restore them. Jesus says in John 16:8 that the Holy Spirit convicts concerning sin, righteousness, and judgment. For believers, conviction reveals sin so that they will confess it, repent of it, and return to Christ in faith and obedience. Put simply, condemnation pushes you toward despair, while conviction leads you toward repentance and hope. The Answer to a Guilty Conscience Martin Luther understood the crushing weight of guilt. Before grasping the doctrine of justification by faith alone in Christ alone, Luther was tormented by his conscience. He confessed for hours, fasted, and pursued religious effort, yet still found no peace. As he studied Romans and came to understand the righteousness of God revealed in the gospel, everything changed. The lesson remains essential for Christians today: the answer to a guilty conscience is not endless introspection, greater religious effort, or punishing yourself for sins Christ has already paid for. The answer is to look to Jesus Christ and trust His righteousness credited to you through faith. The Gospel Takes Sin Seriously and Offers Real Hope Our culture often handles guilt in one of two ways. Either guilt is denied altogether, or people are left drowning in shame without any real solution. The gospel rejects both approaches. Scripture takes sin seriously. Sin is real, destructive, and offensive to a holy God. Yet the gospel never leaves guilty sinners without hope. Jesus Christ came precisely for guilty sinners. At the cross, He bore the judgment His people deserved. Through His resurrection, He demonstrated the sufficiency and victory of His saving work. The world offers denial or despair. The gospel offers redemption. Self-Condemnation Is Not Repentance Some Christians begin to believe that the worse they feel about themselves, the more seriously they must be taking their sin. But ongoing self-condemnation is not the same thing as biblical repentance. Repentance leads you toward Christ. Self-condemnation keeps you focused inward, continually rehearsing your failure instead of resting in the forgiveness Jesus has secured. First John 1:9 reminds believers: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” Christians should confess sin honestly, repent sincerely, and then receive the forgiveness Christ has won for them. Three Questions to Distinguish Conviction from Condemnation 1. Where Is This Leading Me? Conviction points you toward Jesus Christ. If an awareness of sin is leading you to confession, repentance, prayer, and renewed trust in Christ, that reflects the Spirit's sanctifying work. If it is driving you toward despair, isolation, hopelessness, or the belief that you are beyond grace, it does not reflect the promises God has given His people in Scripture. 2. Does This Agree with God's Word? Our emotions are real, but they are not always reliable. Christians must bring their feelings into the light of Scripture. Romans 8:1 does not say that believers are occasionally free from condemnation. It declares that there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. 3. Am I Responding to Conviction or Simply Continuing to Suffer? Biblical conviction calls for a response: confession, repentance, trust, and renewed obedience. If you have confessed your sin and repented, yet continue punishing yourself, you may have moved from genuine conviction into self-focused condemnation. Respond quickly to conviction, then receive God's grace fully. Jesus Was Condemned in Your Place The reason Christians are free from condemnation is not because their sin is insignificant. It is because Jesus Christ was condemned in their place. The full weight of God's righteous judgment against sin fell upon Christ at the cross. He bore the penalty His people deserved and secured their forgiveness, justification, and peace with God through His death and resurrection. Because of what Christ has done, Christians can face their sin honestly without terror, despair, or hiding. In Christ, you are not condemned. You are forgiven. You belong to Him. Bring Your Guilt to Christ When guilt rises in your heart, ask whether you are listening to the Spirit's conviction as revealed in God's Word or carrying condemnation that Jesus already bore at the cross. Bring your sin to Christ. Bring your guilt to Christ. Bring your fear to Christ. Conviction points you to the grace of Jesus Christ. Condemnation tries to make you forget that grace exists. Anchored in the Word with Dave Jenkins Anchored in the Word is a weekly segment of the Servants of Grace podcast devoted to helping Christians understand, apply, and stand firmly on the truth of God's Word. Explore more episodes and biblical resources from Anchored in the Word: Visit Anchored in the Word Watch the Anchored in the Word Playlist

Proverbs 23 reminds us that wisdom is not merely about outward behavior. Wisdom begins in the heart and shapes our desires, choices, priorities, and direction. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains the importance of practicing self-control, guarding the heart from envy, pursuing truth, receiving discipline, and recognizing the destructive consequences of temptation and sinful indulgence. Sin may appear attractive and promise satisfaction, but it ultimately produces pain and bondage. Jesus Christ perfectly resisted temptation and walked in complete obedience. Through Him, our sins are forgiven, our hearts are renewed, and we are strengthened by the Holy Spirit to walk wisely. The key verse is Proverbs 23:17: "Let not your heart envy sinners, but continue in the fear of the LORD all the day." Learn more about Reading the Bible Daily with Dave: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Proverbs 23 reminds us that wisdom is not merely about outward behavior. Wisdom begins in the heart and shapes our desires, choices, priorities, and direction. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains the importance of practicing self-control, guarding the heart from envy, pursuing truth, receiving discipline, and recognizing the destructive consequences of temptation and sinful indulgence. Sin may appear attractive and promise satisfaction, but it ultimately produces pain and bondage. Jesus Christ perfectly resisted temptation and walked in complete obedience. Through Him, our sins are forgiven, our hearts are renewed, and we are strengthened by the Holy Spirit to walk wisely. The key verse is Proverbs 23:17: "Let not your heart envy sinners, but continue in the fear of the LORD all the day." Learn more about Reading the Bible Daily with Dave: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Every Christian faces trials. Some arrive suddenly, while others remain far longer than we would choose. During these difficult seasons, believers often wonder what God is doing and whether their suffering has any purpose. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains what James 1:2–3 and 1 Peter 1:6–7 teach about trials and testing. Scripture shows that trials are not random interruptions to the Christian life. God uses them to test the genuineness of our faith, produce steadfastness, deepen our trust, and lead us toward spiritual maturity. Counting trials as joy does not mean ignoring pain or pretending difficulties are easy. It means trusting that God is faithfully working through circumstances we may not yet understand. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

The serpent's strategy has not changed. He still questions God's Word, distorts God's character, offers secret knowledge, and encourages people to elevate themselves above the Lord. In this episode of the Contending for the Word Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins examines Genesis 3 and explains how the first temptation provides a blueprint for modern spiritual deception. Counterfeit spirituality, false prophecy, prosperity theology, mystical experiences, deliverance errors, and doctrinal drift ultimately challenge the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. Christians do not need hidden revelation or secret knowledge. They need the sufficient Word of God. Biblical discernment requires testing every claim by Scripture, growing in the knowledge of Christ, and remaining grounded in a faithful local church. The oldest lie still deceives, but God's truth still stands. For more from Contending for the Word please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Proverbs 22 teaches that wisdom shapes our character, choices, relationships, and influence. A good name is more valuable than great riches because godly character reflects integrity, faithfulness, humility, and consistency. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why wise choices have lasting consequences, why instruction and training matter, and why believers should avoid harmful influences while pursuing justice, generosity, diligence, and excellence. Proverbs 22 ultimately points us to Jesus Christ, who perfectly lived with wisdom, humility, integrity, and obedience to the Father. Through Christ, our sins are forgiven, our hearts are changed, and we are formed into people who increasingly reflect godly wisdom. Learn more about Reading the Bible Daily with Dave at: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Why does God allow suffering? This is not merely a theological question. It is often asked through tears, sickness, loss, betrayal, loneliness, and deep disappointment. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains that suffering exists because we live in a world affected by the fall. Yet God is neither absent nor powerless in the suffering of His people. He remains sovereign, present, good, and near to the brokenhearted. Scripture teaches that God uses trials to refine our faith, deepen our dependence upon Him, produce steadfastness, and conform us to the image of Christ. The cross provides the greatest example of suffering with purpose, as Jesus suffered to accomplish the redemption of His people. Christians may not receive an explanation for every painful circumstance, but they are never left without hope. God is at work even when His purposes cannot yet be seen. For more from Contending for the Word Q&A please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

The serpent's strategy has not changed. He still questions God's Word, distorts God's character, offers secret knowledge, and encourages people to elevate themselves above the Lord. In this episode of the Contending for the Word Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins examines Genesis 3 and explains how the first temptation provides a blueprint for modern spiritual deception. Counterfeit spirituality, false prophecy, prosperity theology, mystical experiences, deliverance errors, and doctrinal drift ultimately challenge the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. Christians do not need hidden revelation or secret knowledge. They need the sufficient Word of God. Biblical discernment requires testing every claim by Scripture, growing in the knowledge of Christ, and remaining grounded in a faithful local church. The oldest lie still deceives, but God's truth still stands. For more from Contending for the Word please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Proverbs 21 teaches that every leader, circumstance, and outcome remains under the sovereign authority of God. Although people may believe their actions are right, the Lord weighs the heart and calls His people to righteousness, justice, humility, generosity, and trust. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why righteousness is more acceptable to God than outward religious activity, how pride and selfishness lead to destruction, why God's justice is certain, and why true security cannot be found in human wisdom, preparation, or strength. We may prepare the horse for battle, but victory belongs to the Lord. Because God rules over all things, Christians can walk faithfully, pursue what is right, and rest confidently in His sovereign purposes. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Truth is increasingly being redefined around personal identity, experience, and cultural approval. Christians therefore face growing pressure to remain silent, adjust their convictions, or compromise the teaching of Scripture. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why Christians are called to stand firm in the truth of God's Word even when the culture rejects it. He examines the cost of following Christ, the subtle pressure to conform, the relationship between biblical conviction and Christian courage, and the endurance believers need for lifelong faithfulness. Christians do not stand in their own strength. God sustains His people through His Word, His Spirit, His grace, and the fellowship of the local church. By fixing their eyes on Jesus, believers can remain steady because Christ is faithful and worth more than anything the world can take away. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

A biblical worldview is not merely something Christians believe or discuss. It should shape how they live every day. Drawing from Colossians 2:6–7, Dave Jenkins explains how walking in Christ affects our relationships, work, conversations, choices, and responses to life's challenges. Christians are called to remain rooted in Christ, established in the faith, and intentional about applying biblical truth to every area of life. Living out a biblical worldview does not require perfection, but it does require direction. As believers depend upon Christ and grow in His Word, their actions should increasingly reflect their convictions. This episode considers how Christians can remain grounded in Scripture, apply biblical truth to everyday decisions, pursue consistency between belief and conduct, and depend upon Christ for lasting spiritual growth. For more episodes and resources from Contending for the Word Q&A, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-qa/

Proverbs 21 teaches that every leader, circumstance, and outcome remains under the sovereign authority of God. Although people may believe their actions are right, the Lord weighs the heart and calls His people to righteousness, justice, humility, generosity, and trust. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why righteousness is more acceptable to God than outward religious activity, how pride and selfishness lead to destruction, why God's justice is certain, and why true security cannot be found in human wisdom, preparation, or strength. We may prepare the horse for battle, but victory belongs to the Lord. Because God rules over all things, Christians can walk faithfully, pursue what is right, and rest confidently in His sovereign purposes. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Truth is increasingly being redefined around personal identity, experience, and cultural approval. Christians therefore face growing pressure to remain silent, adjust their convictions, or compromise the teaching of Scripture. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains why Christians are called to stand firm in the truth of God's Word even when the culture rejects it. He examines the cost of following Christ, the subtle pressure to conform, the relationship between biblical conviction and Christian courage, and the endurance believers need for lifelong faithfulness. Christians do not stand in their own strength. God sustains His people through His Word, His Spirit, His grace, and the fellowship of the local church. By fixing their eyes on Jesus, believers can remain steady because Christ is faithful and worth more than anything the world can take away. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

Proverbs 20 teaches that biblical wisdom is revealed through integrity, self-control, honesty, justice, and consistent godly character. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why wisdom must shape both our private character and public conduct. Proverbs 20 warns against drunkenness, dishonest business practices, slander, rash commitments, personal vengeance, and other expressions of foolishness. This chapter also reminds us that the Lord directs our steps, searches the deepest parts of our hearts, and judges with perfect righteousness. Because God sees and governs every part of our lives, His people are called to walk honestly, exercise self-control, trust Him with justice, and pursue enduring faithfulness. Jesus Christ perfectly demonstrated the integrity, justice, mercy, righteousness, and self-control that we lack. Through faith in Him, our sins are forgiven, our hearts are transformed, and we are empowered by grace to walk in wisdom. For more episodes of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Proverbs 19 teaches that wisdom is formed through integrity, humility, discipline, and a willingness to receive correction. Foolishness leads to destructive choices, but the person who listens to instruction grows in knowledge and wisdom. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why integrity is better than worldly success, why discipline is necessary for spiritual growth, and why the sovereign purpose of God will always prevail over human plans. Jesus Christ perfectly walked in humility, integrity, and obedience. Through Him, our sins are forgiven, our hearts are changed, and we learn to trust God's purposes while walking in biblical wisdom. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/

Proverbs 20 teaches that biblical wisdom is revealed through integrity, self-control, honesty, justice, and consistent godly character. In this episode of Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, Dave Jenkins explains why wisdom must shape both private character and public conduct. Proverbs 20 warns against drunkenness, quarrelsomeness, laziness, deception, slander, rash commitments, dishonest dealings, and personal vengeance. The chapter also reminds us that the Lord directs our steps, searches our hearts, and judges with perfect righteousness. Because God sees and governs every part of life, His people are called to walk honestly, exercise restraint, entrust justice to Him, and pursue enduring faithfulness. Ultimately, Proverbs 20 points us to Jesus Christ, who perfectly demonstrated integrity, righteousness, justice, mercy, and self-control. Through faith in Him, our sins are forgiven, our hearts are transformed, and we are empowered by grace to live wisely before God and others. For more from Reading the Bible Daily with Dave, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/reading-the-bible-daily-with-dave/