Podcasts about Good works

Living Truth Christian Fellowship Podcast

Nobody should look at the Cross and say, “Wow. That’s brutal. Well, how much do I owe God to get saved?!” That’s not just stupid, that’s offensive! That’s absolutely offensive! Paul's logic in Galatians 3 is “If you profess Christ to save you, why not profess Christ to continue to save you?!”

Right? Where does Christ say, where does Jesus say, “Accept my Son for salvation, but once you’re saved, start up that self-propelled Law engine so we can make sure you get into heaven.” No!

God made image bearers, not workers. We don’t generate, we reflect. We show God’s grace. It goes back to love, more than fear. It goes back to reflection not generation. It goes back to a fruitful garden, not a mechanical manufacturing plant.

Nobody should look at the Cross and say, “Wow. That’s brutal. Well, how much do I owe God to get saved?!” That’s not just stupid, that’s offensive! That’s absolutely offensive! Paul's logic in Galatians 3 is “If you profess Christ to save you, why not profess Christ to continue to save you?!”

Right? Where does Christ say, where does Jesus say, “Accept my Son for salvation, but once you’re saved, start up that self-propelled Law engine so we can make sure you get into heaven.” No!

God made image bearers, not workers. We don’t generate, we reflect. We show God’s grace. It goes back to love, more than fear. It goes back to reflection not generation. It goes back to a fruitful garden, not a mechanical manufacturing plant.

09.27.2026 | Get In the Game | Part 3: Good Works Bring Spiritual Growth | Pastor Jeff Wickwire This week’s sermon reminded us that genuine faith always shows up in real-life action—through good works, big or small. Whether it’s a kind word, a helping hand, or a simple act of generosity, our faith grows as we serve others in Jesus’ name.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningEphesians 2:10 — Created in Christ Jesus to Do Good Works: An Early Evening Prayer for Purpose and Hope Themes: Purpose · Hope · Calling Scripture Ephesians 2:10 — Created in Christ Jesus to Do Good Works “For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works.” — Ephesians 2:10, NIV Spoken Prayer Father, as evening begins to settle around us, we look back over this day and breathe. Perhaps we accomplished much; perhaps very little went according to plan. Yet beneath everything we have done is a deeper question: what am I here for? Where does my life fit within Your purposes? Lord, meet people in South Korea, Spain, Zimbabwe, Austria, Brazil and the United States who are asking that question tonight. Meet the person who feels lost, the parent wondering whether their ordinary work matters, the older person wondering what their next season holds, and the younger person searching for direction. Let Your hope speak more deeply than disappointment. Jesus, remind us that our value is not measured by applause, achievement or comparison. We are created in You. Our lives can become places where Your goodness is expressed in ways we may never fully see. A conversation, a kindness, a faithful decision, a prayer offered quietly — none of these are insignificant when surrendered to You. Holy Spirit, breathe fresh purpose into tired hearts. Where disappointment has made someone question their future, bring perspective. Where comparison has stolen joy, restore freedom. Where failure has become an identity, let grace tell a different story. Show us the good work that belongs to this season, without making us carry tomorrow tonight. Father, we surrender our ambitions and our disappointments to You. Teach us to recognise purpose in the ordinary and faithfulness in the small things. We do not need to become someone else to be useful in Your hands. Let hope rise as this evening comes. Let Jesus be at the centre of our identity, our calling and our future. And when tomorrow comes, give us grace to take the next step You place before us. We trust You with the life You have given us. In Jesus' name, Amen. Gentle pause before the 8:00 p.m. prayer. Blessing May God remind you tonight that your life has purpose, may Jesus anchor your identity, and may hope rise again as you look towards tomorrow. About This Prayer An early evening prayer for anyone asking, “What is my purpose?” Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that our identity begins with God and that our lives can become vessels for His goodness in ordinary, meaningful ways Global Discoverability Early evening prayer, prayer for purpose, prayer when you feel lost, prayer for hope, prayer for calling, Christian evening prayer, prayer for direction in life. Evening prayer for purpose and hope; prayer when you feel lost; what is my purpose prayer; Christian prayer for calling; prayer for direction in life; prayer when you feel discouraged. Buzzsprout Keywords evening prayer, purpose, hope, calling, identity, direction, Jesus, Christian prayer, encouragement, DailyPrayer evening, purpose, hope, calling, identity, direction, prayer, Jesus, faith, Christian Support the Ministry — Buy Us a Coffee If DailyPrayer.uk is helping you, please consider supporting the ministry or sowing a seed into this work. You can buy us a coffee and help us continue creating daily prayer for people around the world.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper is now reaching people across 189 countries and territories and 3,845 cities worldwide, with an incredible 114,274 downloads since launch.Through Daily Prayer and the Global Blend Radio network, biblical prayer, Scripture, encouragement and Christian teaching continue to reach people across the nations every day.Daily Prayer is a listener-supported ministry, and your support helps us continue recording, hosting and broadcasting these prayers while keeping them freely available to anyone who needs encouragement, hope or a moment with God.If Daily Prayer has encouraged you, strengthened your faith or helped you through a difficult season, you can support the ministry with any amount you choose. There is no fixed donation — every contribution, whether one-off or regular, helps us continue sharing prayer and biblical encouragement around the world.You can support the ministry through:Global Blend Radio:https://globalblendradio.com/Buy Me a Coffee – Reverend Ben Cooper:https://buymeacoffee.com/reverendbencooperFor daily prayers, biblical encouragement, live broadcasts and to submit a prayer request, visit:DailyPrayer.ukhttps://dailyprayer.uk/Together, we can continue keepi...

Living Truth Christian Fellowship Podcast

God's work in Tabitha shows us the reality of resurrection life in Christ as well as the heart, work, and result of a disciple who loves the Lord will all her heart and loves her neighbor as herself. The third message in our Family Camp 2026 series

God's work in Tabitha shows us the reality of resurrection life in Christ as well as the heart, work, and result of a disciple who loves the Lord will all her heart and loves her neighbor as herself. The third message in our Family Camp 2026 series

God's work in Tabitha shows us the reality of resurrection life in Christ as well as the heart, work, and result of a disciple who loves the Lord will all her heart and loves her neighbor as herself. The third message in our Family Camp 2026 series

Complete the work God has called you to, then rest.

09.20.2026 | Get in the Game | Part 2: Gifted for Good Works | Pastor Jeff Wickwire God has given every believer a unique spiritual gift—a “charisma”—to serve others, build up the church, and glorify Him!

Teaching from Ephesians 2:1–10, Chrissy Cole explains the biblical order of grace, faith, and good works. Discover what it means to be God's workmanship, allow Him to form you, and serve from the security of knowing you are already accepted and valuable in Christ. (00:00) - The Made for More Series (01:06) - A Work in Progress (06:04) - The Riches of God's Grace (09:03) - Grace Comes First (10:20) - Faith Is the Result of Grace (15:15) - Works Versus Good Works (16:29) - Good Works Are Evidence of Faith (18:13) - Three Tests for Good Works (21:31) - Grace Works from the Outside In (23:36) - You Are God's Workmanship (27:35) - Allow God to Use Your Gifts (29:16) - Allow God to Form You (34:45) - Allow God to Shape Your Purpose (37:16) - Servanthood in Everyday Life (41:44) - You Serve Because You Are Valuable

Welcome to this 9-week course of devotions in Jesus' High Priestly Prayer from John 17. To download the written devotional go to: www.communitychurchputney.com/post/fresh-vision-from-jesus-prayer

Send us your feedback — we're listeningEphesians 2:10 — Created for Good Works: A Morning Prayer for Purpose Themes: Purpose • Grace • Calling Scripture — Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) “For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works.” Perhaps you have woken this morning wondering whether what you do really matters. Maybe you are facing another ordinary day, and yet somewhere inside you there is a deeper question: God, what have You created me for? There is something beautiful about knowing that your life is not an accident and that your value does not depend on how much you achieve. Scripture reminds us that we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus. Before you accomplish anything today, you are already known by God and held within His purpose. So this morning, bring your plans, your responsibilities and even the things you are uncertain about to Jesus. You do not have to see the whole journey. You can simply ask Him to show you the next faithful step. Father, thank You that You have created me with purpose. Thank You that my life has meaning because I belong to You. Help me not to compare my journey with somebody else's, but to walk faithfully in the good things You have prepared for me. I pray for people listening in Uganda, Canada, Brazil, Hungary, Romania, and Russia. Meet each person in the reality of their day. Give them wisdom for their decisions, kindness for their relationships and courage for whatever lies ahead. Jesus, let my life today become an expression of Your love. Where I feel insignificant, remind me that I am Your workmanship. Where I feel uncertain, guide my steps. Where I feel distracted, bring my heart back to You. I release the pressure to prove myself. I receive Your grace for today. And I step into this day quietly trusting that You have a purpose for my life. Amen. Blessing May the Lord guide your steps today, fill you with His grace, and help you recognise the good He has placed before you. Que Dios te bendiga y te guíe. Prayer for purpose • morning prayer for purpose • prayer for God's guidance • Christian prayer for direction • prayer when you feel lost • prayer for calling • prayer to know God's purpose • Jesus prayer for today purpose, prayer, Jesus, God, faith, guidance, calling, morning, hope, Christian A gentle morning prayer for anyone seeking purpose, direction and reassurance about their life. DailyPrayer.uk brings Jesus-centred prayer to listeners around the world, helping people begin their day with Scripture, faith and a quiet confidence in God. SUPPORT THE MINISTRY — BUY US A COFFEE If DailyPrayer.uk is helping you, please consider supporting the ministry or sowing a seed into this work. You can buy us a coffee and help us continue creating daily prayer for people around the world.Support the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper is now reaching people across 189 countries and territories and 3,845 cities worldwide, with an incredible 114,274 downloads since launch.Through Daily Prayer and the Global Blend Radio network, biblical prayer, Scripture, encouragement and Christian teaching continue to reach people across the nations every day.Daily Prayer is a listener-supported ministry, and your support helps us continue recording, hosting and broadcasting these prayers while keeping them freely available to anyone who needs encouragement, hope or a moment with God.If Daily Prayer has encouraged you, strengthened your faith or helped you through a difficult season, you can support the ministry with any amount you choose. There is no fixed donation — every contribution, whether one-off or regular, helps us continue sharing prayer and biblical encouragement around the world.You can support the ministry through:Global Blend Radio:https://globalblendradio.com/Buy Me a Coffee – Reverend Ben Cooper:https://buymeacoffee.com/reverendbencooperFor daily prayers, biblical encouragement, live broadcasts and to submit a prayer request, visit:DailyPrayer.ukhttps://dailyprayer.uk/Together, we can continue keepi...

Are sinners justified by good works or by faith in the finished work of Christ alone?

09.13.2026 | Get in the Game! | Part 1: Created for Good Works | Pastor Jeff Wickwire This week, Pastor Jeff challenged us: we’re not just saved for heaven, but saved for a purpose—good works that God prepared for us long ago! Whether it’s a simple act of kindness, volunteering, or sharing encouragement, our faith comes alive when we serve others.

Maintaining Good Works • 9-13-26 PM • Pastor Grant Garber

Running a marathon requires rigorous, uncomfortable training and your spiritual life is no different. Exploring Hebrews 13:1–5, this message breaks down why passive, comfort-seeking Christianity leaves us unprepared when the miles get long. Discover how stepping out of your comfort zone through hospitality, caring for the mistreated, and living out brotherly love fuels the spiritual endurance you need to stay the course and finish strong.

Kyle Nieber preaches Titus 2:1–15 at River City Baptist Church, a new congregation in Richmond, Virginia. For more information or to get in touch, visit https://rivercityrichmond.org.

Created For Good WorksBarry Howard

Maintain Good Works | Titus 3:8-15 | 2 September 2026 - Wednesday Evening | Dr. Brad Weniger, Pastor

What if your salvation was never meant to be the finish line? Pastor Phil makes the case that being saved by grace is only the beginning - because God also has specific good works prepared for you right now. In this Day 32 message from 52 Days, Phillip Suber unpacks Ephesians 2:8-10 to show why your life is not defined by self-effort, self-promotion, or spiritual passivity. Instead, he calls listeners to see themselves as God's workmanship - shaped, matured, and placed in His hands for a purpose that goes far beyond Sunday attendance. You'll discover:Why grace removes boasting and replaces it with humility and confidenceWhat it means to be "created in Christ Jesus unto good works"How God can assign work to you through prayer, encouragement, forgiveness, and obedienceWhy your purpose is often revealed through daily assignments, not just titlesHow the Great Commission connects to your personal calling. Pastor Phil also presses into the tension many believers feel between knowing they are called and actually stepping into that calling. He reminds listeners that God does not call you without equipping you, and that the seasons of hardship, delay, and refinement are often the very things building the spiritual infrastructure you need for what comes next.This episode is a powerful encouragement for anyone feeling stuck, dormant, or unsure of their next step. If you need clarity, courage, and a fresh reminder that your life is meant to make kingdom impact, this message will push you back into motion.Perfect for anyone ready to move from simply believing to actually doing the work God has already prepared.

Reagan Rose spurs us on in our Christian walk by answering the following questions about good works: What is the biblical definition of good works? Are the good works God has planned for us things that He spontaneously drops into our lives, or do we intentionally plan them? How can we keep our motives pure and faithfully do good works to glorify God instead of drawing attention to ourselves? Why are biblically sound churches sometimes weak in doing practical acts of service, and how can we avoid failing to become doers of the Word? How can we spur others on to good works? For someone who is growing weary of "well doing," or just lacking motivation, how would you encourage them to not give up or slow down? Reagan's Website: https://redeemingproductivity.com/Website: smilingatthefuturepodcast.com Email: smilingatthefuturepodcast@gmail.com Support The Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://donorbox.org/smiling-at-2024⁠

How are you saved? Is being a good person enough?Most of us have some kind of spiritual scoresheet. We look at the good we've done, the mistakes we have made, how often we go to church, or how our lives compare with everyone else. Some look at the score and think, "I've done enough." Others look at it and wonder, "Could God ever want someone like me?"But what if both are looking in the wrong direction?In this sermon from Ephesians 2:4-10, Pastor Jason Barnett explores what the Bible says about salvation, God's grace, faith in Jesus, and good works. Paul's answer is surprisingly freeing: salvation isn't something we accomplish or earn. It is God's gift, and the good things we do come after God makes us alive in Christ, not as a way of convincing Him to save us.Whether you're exploring Christianity, new to following Jesus, carrying regrets from your past, or have been in church your entire life, this message invites you to consider one important question: When you think about whether you are saved, are you looking at what Jesus has done or at what you have done?Put down the scoresheet. You are not saved by what you have done, but by what Jesus has done for you.Send us Fan MailLinkoln shares his story on why he started coming to Ravenna Church of the Nazarene and shares why you should consider doing the same.Ravenna Church of the Nazarene530 Main Street, Ravenna, KY 40472Support the showThe Dirt Path Sermon Podcast is a place for real sermons that speak to real life. Subscribe and walk the path with us every week.Consider visiting Ravenna Church of the Nazarene where Pastor Jason is the Senior Pastor.   Have a prayer need? Want to share something with Pastor Jason? Email dirtpathpastor@gmail.com

Big Idea: Take hold of a truly rich life and invest in what lasts. 1. Treasure God and Grow Rich in Good Works   (v.17-19) 2. Guard Your Deposit and Avoid Counterfeit Knowledge   (v.20-21)    Discussion Questions: 1. What resource, possession, or relationships am I tempted to treat as my security? 2. Do I measure people by wealth, appearance, education, work, or lifestyle? 3. Where is God calling me to become richer in good works, generosity, and sharing? 4. What counterfeit knowledge or empty noise must I avoid so I can guard the gospel? 5. Am I resting in the truth that I my lose my grip on this call, but God will never lose his grip on me?

You Are a Champion | Seeing Yourself the Way God Sees You | Family Church You are fearfully and wonderfully made. But how often do we actually live like we believe that? In this powerful message from Family Church, Daniel challenges us to stop defining ourselves by our mistakes and begin seeing ourselves through the eyes of God. Psalm 139:14 tells us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made, while Ephesians 2:10 reminds us that we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works. This message explores: What it means to be intentionally created by God Why we shouldn't define ourselves by our mistakes How to stop focusing on the "black dot" Why our inefficiencies don't disqualify us What it means to be wonderfully made How God gives us purpose What Ephesians 2:10 says about good works How to live as an example of Jesus Why parents need to speak life into their children What it means to be a champion of the faith Why our identity is rooted in Jesus Why Christians are called to encourage one another How to speak life instead of death Why we need to encourage the people already inside our church family How our spiritual family can become a place of belonging The "I love this about you" challenge How encouragement can become a way of sharing the Gospel The challenge is simple: See yourself the way God sees you. You are intentionally made. You are God's handiwork. You were created for good works. You are a champion of the faith. And you have an opportunity to encourage someone else this week. Speak life. Encourage someone. Be a champion.

We Believe in Good Works 8-31-26 by Praise Community Church

Sermon August 30, 2026 | Rev. Richard Harris | Christ Presbyterian Church in Houston, TX | “Devoted to Good Works” from Titus 3:8-15 The post Devoted to Good Works appeared first on Christ Presbyterian Church of Houston.

Because you are heirs of eternal hope, devote your life to good works that display His grace.

If I do more quiet times to get closer to God, will there be more good works He prepares for me? Is there a connection between the Law and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil? Do we need to be under a pastor to maintain our anointing?

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“Do Good Works Have anything to do with Salvation?” This question opens a discussion on the relationship between faith and actions in salvation, addressing common misconceptions. The conversation also touches on how to respond to claims that other religions are more welcoming to LGBT individuals and challenges regarding the Church’s stance on various social issues. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:23 – A while back Wes Huff did a video in which he gave several reasons why he's not Catholic. One of them was that he believes in the sufficiency of faith, which he juxtaposed with the Catholic teaching that our good works contribute to our salvation. His argument was as follows: 1) P1: If works were a basis for our justification, then we would have something inherent to contribute to our salvation. 2) P2: But we don't have anything inherent to contribute to our salvation. 3) C: Therefore, works cannot be a basis for our justification. 17:30 – My fallen-away-Catholic family members say that other religions are better because they tend to be more welcoming to LGBT. How do I respond? 29:17 – I'm not Catholic because the Catholic Church is an open hate community against the LGBT and supports fascism and your ultimate goal is to establish a theocracy. 42:00 – Catholicism doesn't make any sense. Plus promoting conversion therapy isn’t good.

Thank you for joining us for Christian Faith Center's Sermon of the week. This message is from our Nampa Location. Pastor Jordan continues our message series "ANOTHER GOSPEL" One of the first Moralistic Deists in the whole bible. Was the rich young ruler! He was a Good Man. By the world's standards, But was still empty inside. Still seeking more. He approaches Jesus and calls Him, “Good teacher”. He was grading Jesus on the same curve that he was grading himself. "Good Works". Because Jesus was doing so many good things. Only God is truly Good.

August 24, 2026Today's Reading: Luke 22:24-30 or John 1:43-51Daily Lectionary: 1 Kings 5:1-18; 1 Kings 6:1-7:50; 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:17“A dispute also arose among them, as to which of them was to be regarded as the greatest. And he said to them, ‘The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them, and those in authority over them are called benefactors. But not so with you. Rather, let the greatest among you become as the youngest, and the leader as one who serves. For who is the greater, one who reclines at table or one who serves? Is it not the one who reclines at table? But I am among you as the one who serves.'” (Luke 22:24–28)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Is it greater to serve or to be served? Throughout the world, the answer is obvious: it is better to be served. Kings exercise lordship, and it's good to be the king. But the King of Kings has a different answer. He is the King who says, “the first shall be last” and “Blessed are the Poor.” He is the one who came down from the heavens to serve. The eternal Son took on flesh and dwelt among us, not as a conqueror but as a servant. This continues to be a comfort to us because our God is the one who gave his life on the cross to cleanse us from our sins and did not stop there. Our God continues to sanctify his people, and He has created Good Works for us to do as fellow servants and Children of God. However, God has not stopped serving us. He continues to serve us every Sunday when the saints on earth gather together to receive the Word and Sacrament from our pastors. God's work began for us and continues to be for us as our generous King gives freely to his people for all eternity. Jesus shows that the greater one is the one who serves. If God Himself serves us, we, as His people, continue to serve our neighbor.In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Almighty God, Your Son, Jesus Christ, chose Bartholomew to be an apostle to preach the blessed Gospel. Grant that Your Church may love what he believed and preach what he taught; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.Jonah Clausen, seminary student at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne.

Watch Dr. Tony Evans' Kingdom Influencers sermon on Matthew 5:13–16 and discover what Jesus meant by being the salt of the earth and light of the world. Learn how Christians can influence culture, live out their faith through good works, and make an impact for God's Kingdom.

Sermon August 16, 2026 | Rev. Richard Harris | Christ Presbyterian Church in Houston, TX | “Grace and Good Works” from Titus 2:11-14 The post Grace and Good Works appeared first on Christ Presbyterian Church of Houston.

Today we took a look at God's purpose behind our "chosenness".

Today we took a look at God's purpose behind our "chosenness".

Send us Fan Mail  Today's study is our last one in 1st Timothy, and we discuss the charge Paul gave Timothy to instruct the rich not to be high‑minded or trust in uncertain riches. We should rather trust in God who gives us all things richly to enjoy. He stressed our need to do good, be generous, distribute to those in need, and communicate our blessings, which lays a foundation for eternal life. We should also keep what is committed to us, avoiding profane and vain babblings, while rejecting false knowledge, because some have erred from the faith over these things. We believe this si a wonderful finish to a wonderful book… come study God's Word with us!

Sunday Evening, August 9, 2026Given by Dr. Kevin DeYoung | Senior Pastor, Christ Covenant ChurchHow to Think About Good WorksHeidelberg Catechism Lord's Day 32Watch on YouTubeDownload our mobile app

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Heidelberg Catechism—Lord's Day 32

This is Spurgeon at his most heartfelt, delighting in grace and urging to holiness. Taking quite a substantial text, and holding fast to its substance and arrangement, he brings us face to face first of all with what we are by nature, what we once were in the evils of our minds, our pursuits, and our hearts. Here he urges us to tears of repentance as he ploughs up our souls. Then he considers what the Lord has done for us, ranging over the wonderful declarations of grace contained in the text, and stirring us up to grateful joy, considering not least the merciful works of the Father, the Son, and the Spirit toward us. Then he brings us to the practical punch, that we should be careful to maintain good works. Here he robustly dismisses any suggestion that this is mere legalistic preaching, making clear that to the unbeliever he calls not to good works, but to Christ only. The exhortation to live as a cheerful servant goes not to the slave but to the son, to those who have been redeemed by grace. Inaction here, careless or passive living, brings dishonour to the Lord who has saved us, and so we must embrace this “faithful saying,” and show by our good fruit the sweetness of our new root. Read the sermon here: https://www.mediagratiae.org/resources/the-maintenance-of-good-works Check out the new From the Heart of Spurgeon Book! British: https://amzn.to/48rV1OR American: https://amzn.to/48oHjft Connect with the Reading Spurgeon Community on Twitter! https://twitter.com/ReadingSpurgeon Sign up to get the weekly readings emailed to you: https://www.mediagratiae.org/podcasts-1/from-the-heart-of-spurgeon. Check out other Media Gratiae podcasts at www.mediagratiae.org Download the Media Gratiae App: https://subsplash.com/mediagratiae/app

This is Spurgeon at his most heartfelt, delighting in grace and urging to holiness. Taking quite a substantial text, and holding fast to its substance and arrangement, he brings us face to face first of all with what we are by nature, what we once were in the evils of our minds, our pursuits, and our hearts. Here he urges us to tears of repentance as he ploughs up our souls. Then he considers what the Lord has done for us, ranging over the wonderful declarations of grace contained in the text, and stirring us up to grateful joy, considering not least the merciful works of the Father, the Son, and the Spirit toward us. Then he brings us to the practical punch, that we should be careful to maintain good works. Here he robustly dismisses any suggestion that this is mere legalistic preaching, making clear that to the unbeliever he calls not to good works, but to Christ only. The exhortation to live as a cheerful servant goes not to the slave but to the son, to those who have been redeemed by grace. Inaction here, careless or passive living, brings dishonour to the Lord who has saved us, and so we must embrace this "faithful saying," and show by our good fruit the sweetness of our new root.

Teaching from 1 Timothy 2:8–15, Caleb Cole examines Paul's controversial instructions concerning women, teaching, submission, and authority. By considering the situation in Ephesus and comparing this passage with Paul's broader support of women in ministry, Caleb explains why biblical order and the voices of both men and women are necessary for the church's mission. (00:00) - Why This Passage Cannot Be Avoided (03:27) - Reading 1 Timothy 2:8–15 (04:32) - Epistemology and Our Assumptions (06:28) - Egalitarianism and Complementarianism (08:03) - Unity in Essentials, Liberty in Nonessentials (10:29) - Equal Value and Different Roles (11:26) - The Ephesian Context and Artemis (14:46) - How to Interpret Difficult Scripture (16:19) - Instructions for Men: Pray and Worship (17:01) - Modesty, Good Works, and Worship (23:20) - Teaching and Exercising Authority Explained (26:25) - Authority and Submission in Marriage (29:55) - Paul's Support for Women in Ministry (32:32) - Men and Women Sharing the Gospel Together (34:32) - An Invitation to Follow Jesus

Does everyone have their own truth? Can good works outweigh our sin? Todd sits down with William, a political science student at Kennesaw State University, to discuss objective truth, the gospel, and whether anyone can be made right with God through good works. Segment 1 • Does everyone have their own truth? • William explains his view of God and Christianity. • Todd challenges the idea that sincere belief determines reality. Segment 2 • William attempts to explain the gospel. • Does Jesus' death automatically remove everyone's guilt? • Why God's holiness and justice make the gospel necessary. Segment 3 • Can good works outweigh our sin? • What does it really mean to be born again? • Todd explains why salvation cannot be earned. Segment 4 • Todd reflects on the conversation with William. • Practical lessons for sharing the gospel on a college campus. • Why evangelism should focus on Christ instead of winning arguments. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!