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In un ampio studio prospettico, chi consumava formaggi ad alto contenuto di grassi e panna intera mostrava un rischio più basso di demenza negli anni successivi. Una sfida alle raccomandazioni tradizionali sul “tagliare i grassi”? Forse, di sicuro non tutti i grassi sono uguali, e la forma alimentare che li veicola conta. “Grasso nel contesto del formaggio” ≠ “grasso isolato”. Occorre tuttavia prudenza, poiché lo studio è osservazionale, e la complessità dei dati più elevata. 

Darius Milhaud (1892 - 1974) - Le Boeuf sur le toit, Op. 58 Orchestre National de Lille-Région NordJean-Claude Casadesus, Conductor

"Psalm 32 proclaims one of the greatest blessings the gospel offers: the forgiveness of sins. In this psalm, David does not speak abstractly about forgiveness, but as one who has felt the crushing weight of guilt before God—and who has experienced the profound relief that comes when sin is confessed and forgiven.This sermon explores why forgiveness is so precious by first considering the unbearable weight of unconfessed sin. David describes the toll that guilt took on his whole being: his bones wasting away, his strength dried up, and the heavy hand of the Lord pressing upon him. Sin is not a light matter. Every sin is committed against a holy God, and the burden of guilt cannot be escaped by distraction, self-improvement, or denial. Left unresolved, sin brings sorrow, despair, and ultimately death.Against this dark backdrop, the glory of forgiveness shines all the more brightly. “Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven.” David testifies that when he stopped hiding his sin and confessed it before God, the Lord freely forgave the iniquity of his sin. The crushing burden was lifted. Peace replaced anguish. This forgiveness is not earned, but granted by grace to those who repent and trust in the Lord.The psalm then turns outward, urging all who hear to seek the Lord while he may be found. Forgiveness is offered now, but the day of judgment will surely come. David warns against hardening the heart—against delaying repentance until it is too late. The wicked remain surrounded by sorrow, but steadfast love surrounds those who trust in the Lord.Ultimately, Psalm 32 teaches that the righteous are not those without sin, but those whose sins have been forgiven. They rejoice not in their own righteousness, but in the mercy of God. This forgiveness is finally and fully grounded in Christ, whose blood cleanses repentant sinners from all guilt.If you feel the weight of sin, do not flee from God—run to him. Come to Christ, confess your sin, and receive the blessing David celebrates: forgiveness, peace, and joy in the Lord."

"In Galatians 4:1–7, the Apostle Paul unfolds one of the most glorious truths of the gospel: God sent His Son and His Spirit so that sinners would no longer be slaves, but sons—and heirs of all that God has promised.This sermon explores how justification by faith necessarily leads to adoption. God does not merely declare believers righteous; he declares them his own children. Everyone who is justified in Christ is also adopted in Christ. To deny justification by faith, therefore, is not only to deny how sinners are forgiven, but to deny the freedom, intimacy, and inheritance of the children of God.Paul explains this reality through the metaphor of an underage heir—one who is truly an heir, yet lives under guardianship until the time appointed by the father. Before Christ came, God's people lived under the law in this way. But apart from Christ, Gentiles were not heirs at all—they were slaves, bound under the “elementary principles of the world,” enslaved to false religion and the power of sin.Into this bondage, God acted. In the fullness of time, the Father sent His eternal Son—born of woman, born under the law—to redeem those under the law so that we might receive adoption as sons. Christ placed himself under the law, not for his own sake, but for ours, accomplishing the obedience we could never render. He became the Son of Man so that sons of men might become sons of God—by grace.And God did not stop there. Having made us sons through Christ, he sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts. This Spirit testifies to our adoption, crying out “Abba, Father,” granting assurance, intimacy, and confidence before God. The Spirit confirms what the Son has accomplished: you belong to God.The conclusion is unmistakable: if you are in Christ, you are no longer a slave—you are a son. And if a son, then an heir through God. This is the glory of the gospel: redemption, adoption, and inheritance, all given freely by grace through faith in Christ alone.#Galatians #Adoption #JustificationByFaith #SonsOfGod #UnionWithChrist #GospelFreedom #HeirsOfGod #TrinitarianSalvation #GraceAlone #FaithAlone #ChristAlone #ReformedTheology #BiblicalTheology"

"In Ecclesiastes 12:9–14, Solomon brings his searching, unsettling, and deeply honest book to its decisive conclusion. After exposing the vanity of life lived “under the sun,” he leaves us with the only answer that can bear the weight of death, judgment, and meaning: fear God and keep His commandments.This final passage reminds us that Ecclesiastes does not end in despair but in clarity. The Preacher—wise, deliberate, and orderly—has spoken words of truth given by one Shepherd. These words are described as goads that pierce the conscience and well-driven nails that provide a firm foundation for faith. They convict, but they also secure. They unsettle false hopes, but they anchor us in what lasts.Solomon warns us not to go beyond these words. Endless books and human speculation weary the soul, but the Word of God alone comes with divine authority. Scripture is not merely human wisdom—it is the voice of the Shepherd Himself, ultimately fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who speaks life to His people.The climactic exhortation is unmistakable: “Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the whole duty of man.” This is not moralism divorced from grace. True fear of God expresses itself in obedience that flows from faith, repentance, and refuge in Christ. Those who truly fear God trust Him, tremble at His Word, and seek to walk in His ways—not to earn life, but because life is found in Him.The reason for this call is sobering and unavoidable: God will bring every deed into judgment, including every secret thing. Nothing escapes His sight. All of life is fleeting, but judgment is certain. Only those who fear God and take refuge in Christ will stand on that day.And yet, these are called words of delight. Why? Because when all false securities are stripped away, the Shepherd provides a hope that does not fade—a life that is not vanity, but eternal. Ecclesiastes drives us away from trusting the world and presses us into the only refuge that lasts.May God grant us grace to hear these words, to tremble, to trust, and to find them a true delight as they lead us to Christ, whose words are everlasting life.#Ecclesiastes #FearGod #KeepHisCommandments #BiblicalWisdom #ChristianSermon #WordOfGod #ChristOurShepherd #JudgmentAndGrace #EternalLife"

"In Galatians 3:26–29, the Apostle Paul brings his redemptive-historical argument to a glorious climax: all who believe in Jesus Christ are sons of God, united to Christ, and true heirs of the promises made to Abraham.In this sermon, we explore how Paul moves from defending justification by faith to unfolding its breathtaking implications. The law, which once functioned as a tutor guarding God's people until the coming of the promised Seed, has now fulfilled its role. Christ has come. Faith has come. And in Christ, believers are no longer slaves—but sons.We consider the doctrine of adoption alongside justification, showing how God not only declares sinners righteous by faith, but also declares them his own children. Through union with Christ—the true Son of God—believers are clothed with Christ himself and share in all his privileges. Because Christ is the Seed of Abraham, all who belong to him are Abraham's offspring and heirs according to promise.Paul's declaration that there is “neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female” is examined carefully, not as an erasing of God-given distinctions, but as a proclamation of gospel unity. Ethnicity, social status, and gender no longer determine access to God or standing in his family. All who are in Christ are one—coheirs of the same inheritance, members of the same body, united to the same Savior.This passage reminds us that the promises given to Abraham find their fulfillment not in physical descent or law-keeping, but in Christ alone. And by faith, those promises now belong to you.You are not a slave. You are not a debtor striving to earn what cannot be earned. You are a son. You are a daughter. You are Abraham's seed in Christ—and an heir of everything God promised.#Galatians #JustificationByFaith #UnionWithChrist #Adoption #AbrahamicPromise #SeedOfAbraham #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #FaithAlone #BiblicalTheology #ReformedTheology #ExpositoryPreaching"

"In Ecclesiastes 11:7–12:8, Solomon brings his meditation on life, meaning, and death to a powerful climax. With striking realism and poetic beauty, he confronts one truth that no one can escape: the days of darkness are coming. Youth fades, strength declines, and death draws near. Wisdom, therefore, demands that we live now in light of the end.This passage is especially directed to the young. Solomon acknowledges that youth is good—light is sweet, and it is a blessing to enjoy the strength, clarity, and joy of early years. Yet youth is also deceptive. It tempts us to live as if time were endless and death far away. Solomon shatters that illusion and calls the young to rejoice in their days while remembering that they are fleeting.At the heart of the passage is the controlling exhortation: “Remember your Creator in the days of your youth.” Youth is not to be wasted on empty pleasures or postponed obedience. It is to be offered to God in worship, service, and joyful fear, before the years arrive when strength fails and delight diminishes.Solomon reinforces this exhortation with a vivid poetic description of old age and death—eyes dim, strength bends, desire fades, and finally the body returns to dust. These images are meant to awaken wisdom, not despair. They remind both young and old that life moves inexorably toward its end, and that forgetting God at any stage of life is folly.The book closes where it began: “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.” Yet now the meaning has deepened. Life is not meaningless—it is fleeting. Its brevity is precisely what gives it urgency and purpose. Numbering our days teaches us to live by faith, to serve God with what strength we have now, and to set our hope beyond the grave.For the believer, this call is filled with hope. Though days of darkness come, Christ has been raised from the dead, and those who belong to Him will pass from fading light into everlasting glory. The sun will grow dim, but a greater Light will dawn.Remember your Creator—your Maker and your Redeemer—while there is still time.#Ecclesiastes #RememberYourCreator #ChristianSermon #BiblicalWisdom #YouthAndFaith #FearOfTheLord #LifeAndDeath #ChristOurHope #NumberYourDays"

"Why was the Mosaic Law given—and what role does it play in God's plan of salvation? In Galatians 3:19–25, the Apostle Paul answers this question directly, showing that the law was never intended to justify sinners, but to point them unmistakably to Christ.In this sermon, we examine Paul's redemptive-historical argument that the law was “added because of transgressions” and remained in force only until the promised Seed—Jesus Christ—came. Far from providing an alternative way of salvation, the Mosaic system was designed to expose sin, shut every mouth, and prepare God's people for the coming of the true atonement.We consider Paul's teaching on the law as a temporary guardian or tutor, explaining how both the moral law and the ceremonial system functioned together to reveal humanity's guilt while pointing beyond themselves to a greater sacrifice. The sacrifices declared that sin required blood, but they could never take sin away. Their purpose was to direct faith forward—to the Redeemer God himself would provide.This passage also clarifies why Christians are no longer under the Mosaic economy, while still affirming the enduring moral law of God. The tutor has done its work. Faith has come. Christ has accomplished what the law could only proclaim as necessary but unattainable.Ultimately, Galatians 3:19–25 teaches that even the giving of the law serves one central purpose in redemptive history: to magnify the glory of Christ and to drive sinners away from self-righteousness and toward salvation by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone.May God grant us eyes to see that everything in Scripture—even the law itself—declares the sufficiency of our Redeemer and calls us to rest in his finished work."

Esiste un “grasso invisibile” che può danneggiare le arterie in silenzio, anche quando l'indice di massa corporea (BMI) è “normale”. Una grande ricerca su oltre 33.000 adulti in Canada e Regno Unito, pubblicata su Communications Medicine, rimette in discussione l'uso del BMI come bussola affidabile per stimare il rischio cardiocerebrovascolare. Il grasso viscerale e intraepatico sono metabolicamente attivi, alimentano infiammazione e aterosclerosi e possono ispessire e ostruire le carotidi, i vasi che portano sangue al cervello. Questo si traduce in un rischio maggiore di ictus e infarto—anche in chi porta una “taglia normale”. 

"In Ecclesiastes 10:16–11:6, Solomon addresses the relationship between wisdom, leadership, diligence, and sloth, showing how personal character shapes not only individual lives but entire households, churches, and nations. His message is direct and searching: sloth, which flows from folly and self-indulgence, destroys kingdoms, while diligence, which flows from wisdom, preserves and builds what God has entrusted to us.The passage begins with a series of proverbs about kingship. A land is cursed when its leaders are immature, self-indulgent, and more concerned with pleasure than responsibility. It is blessed when rulers exercise restraint, discipline, and diligence for the good of others. Solomon exposes the logic of slothful leadership—“let us feast, drink, and trust that money will solve everything”—and shows how this mindset inevitably leads to decay, collapse, and ruin.Although most of us are not kings, the application is broad. Any position of authority—parents in the home, elders in the church, leaders in the workplace—carries real consequences for others. Wisdom in leadership is not theoretical; it is displayed in diligent, self-sacrificial care rather than indulgence of self. Solomon ultimately points us to Christ Himself, the true King, whose wisdom and diligence were perfectly expressed in laying down His life for His people and building an everlasting kingdom.In Ecclesiastes 11:1–6, Solomon expands the theme from leadership to life in general. He exhorts God's people to diligence in generosity, labor, and obedience, even in the face of uncertainty. Waiting for perfect conditions leads to paralysis. The wise person acts—not because outcomes are guaranteed, but because God is sovereign and good. We sow seed faithfully and trust the Lord to give the increase.This passage confronts passivity, fear-driven inaction, and self-centered living. Christians are not called to idle waiting, but to active faith—working diligently, giving generously, and serving sacrificially, confident that God governs what we cannot see.Sloth ruins. Wisdom builds. May God grant us grace to walk in wisdom, imitate our diligent Savior, and faithfully steward what He has placed in our hands."

"What was the purpose of the Mosaic Law—and just as importantly, what was it not given to do? In Galatians 3:15–18, the Apostle Paul answers a crucial question that lies at the heart of the doctrine of justification by faith: Was the law ever meant to overturn God's promise of salvation in Christ?In this sermon, we examine Paul's legal and redemptive-historical argument that once God ratified the covenant of promise with Abraham, it could not be annulled by the law that came 430 years later. The promise of inheritance and worldwide blessing was never grounded in obedience to the law, but in God's gracious promise—fulfilled in Abraham's singular seed, Jesus Christ.We also address Paul's much-debated grammatical argument concerning the “seed” of Abraham, showing how it is rooted in the Hebrew text itself and climaxes in Genesis 22:18. Far from undermining Moses, Paul demonstrates that the Mosaic Law was always subordinate to—and supportive of—the promise of salvation in Christ.This passage decisively refutes the idea that the Old Testament taught salvation by works, and it affirms the fundamental unity of Scripture: from beginning to end, the Bible proclaims one gospel—salvation by grace through faith in the promised Messiah.May God grant us grace to see the glory of this salvation and to cling to Christ alone, in whom all the promises of God find their “Yes” and “Amen.”#Galatians #JustificationByFaith #LawAndGospel #AbrahamicCovenant #ChristInTheOT #BiblicalTheology #ReformedTheology #SolaFide #PromiseAndLaw #JesusChrist #ExpositoryPreaching"

Why do smart companies still treat marketing like the “content machine” or sales' on-call design team? In this episode, Ruta and Emma sit down with Margaux Grasso and Sarah Mardle to unpack marketing's perception problem—and how to fix it with influence, data, and better internal storytelling. Expect practical playbooks for building credibility, aligning with sales, and pushing back on bad habits without starting a turf war. We get into: ✅ Why marketers accidentally fuel the “make it pretty” myth—and how to stop being the default Yes Team ✅ Building your internal brand: report like a strategist, not a task taker (show the link to business goals) ✅ Stakeholder personas: map power, pressures, and motivations so your message lands internally, not just with customers ✅ Alignment that sticks: shared goals, shared language, and moving from blame to ownership with sales ✅ Budget battles: make a business case, not an approval request—what to show the CFO and when ✅ Product-market fit reality checks: run shared experiments so “is it marketing or the product?” gets answered fast ✅ Career insurance: mentors, advocates, and relationship-building as a core marketing skill, not a nice-to-have Who's on mic: • Margaux Grasso — Founder, Wripple. Helps marketing teams build internal credibility, align with sales, and set strategy.  • Sarah Mardle — Founder of Alma Business Consulting, Executive and business coach with a neuroscience PhD, supporting leaders and founders (especially in life sciences). Perfect for: marketers tired of being seen as order-takers, leaders who want real sales-marketing alignment, and anyone who needs a clean, confident way to ask for more budget—and get it. If you're ready to swap “make it pretty” for “move the business,” this one's for you.  We're Ruta and Emma, the marketing consultants behind Blame it on Marketing. If you're in B2B SaaS or professional services and looking to do marketing that actually drives revenue and profit, we're here for it.Visit blameitonmarketing.com and let's get this show on the road.

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"In Ecclesiastes 10:1–15, Solomon continues his extended meditation on wisdom by placing it side by side with folly and showing, in concrete and practical ways, that wisdom is far better than folly. Though wisdom is often overlooked and undervalued, folly is destructive, self-harming, and ultimately impossible to hide.Building on the previous passage, Solomon reminds us that wisdom is not merely intelligence or accumulated knowledge, but knowledge rightly applied to life under the fear of God. A person may be intellectually gifted and yet live foolishly, continually harming himself and others. True wisdom governs every area of life and brings the whole person into submission to God.Solomon begins with a striking image: just as dead flies ruin a perfumer's ointment, a little folly can outweigh much wisdom and honor. This teaches us that partial obedience or compartmentalized faith is not enough. Wisdom must govern the whole life. The wise and the foolish are moving in opposite directions, and while wisdom is often difficult to recognize outwardly, folly is always revealing itself.The passage then turns to leadership and authority. It is a great evil, Solomon says, when fools are elevated to positions of power while the wise are ignored. Such disorder leads to societal ruin, because decisions made in folly affect many, not just the individual.Solomon goes on to show how folly repeatedly comes back upon the fool himself. Those who dig pits fall into them. Those who act without wisdom injure themselves. Life lived in foolishness is harder, more dangerous, and more exhausting—like trying to cut wood with a dull axe. Wisdom, by contrast, brings success and safety.A significant portion of the passage focuses on speech. Wisdom and folly are especially revealed in words. The words of the wise are gracious and constructive, while the words of fools multiply endlessly, grow increasingly incoherent, and weary both the speaker and the hearer. Fools believe their many words will make them appear wise, yet this is precisely how their folly becomes obvious.In the conclusion, Solomon presses the warning home. One of the great dangers of folly is that fools rarely know they are fools. Therefore, the question is not merely whether we can identify foolishness in others, but whether we are willing to examine our own hearts. The dividing line is clear: the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and hardness of heart toward God is the beginning of folly.True wisdom is found in humility before God, repentance of sin, love for Christ, and joyful submission to His Word. To reject this path is to walk steadily toward self-destruction, even while remaining blind to it. May God grant us grace to fear Him, to walk in wisdom, and to find that wisdom fully revealed in Christ.#Ecclesiastes #BiblicalWisdom #FearOfTheLord #WisdomVsFolly #ChristianSermon #OldTestament #ChristIsWisdom #BibleTeaching"

Puntata 597 con Valeria e Marco ai microfoni e Giuliana  in esterna.  In apertura, Valeria parla di un articolo che ha analizzato sistematicamente la mobilità di 100 tipi diversi di lipidi.In esterna Giuliana intervista Donato Giovannelli per parlare di organismi estremofili. Dopo ben DUE barze, Marco  ci parla  di cosa vuol dire  nuova fisica e perché tutti la cercano pur non trovandola.Diventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scientificast-la-scienza-come-non-l-hai-mai-sentita--1762253/support.

"In Galatians 3:13–14, the Apostle Paul brings his argument for justification by faith to its Christ-centered climax. After showing that the Spirit, the Scriptures, and even the law itself testify that sinners cannot be justified by works, Paul now explains how salvation is actually accomplished: through the cursed death of Christ on the cross.This passage shows that justification by faith is not an abstract theological principle but is grounded entirely in the saving work of Jesus Christ. Paul insists that every blessing of the gospel flows from one central reality—Christ became a curse for us. Those who stand condemned by the law are redeemed because Christ took their curse upon himself in a substitutionary death.By quoting Deuteronomy 21:23, Paul highlights the shocking nature of the cross. Christ did not merely die; he died the kind of death the law itself declares to be cursed. This forces the crucial question: Why would the sinless Son of God endure such a death? Paul's answer is clear—he did it for us, so that we might be delivered from condemnation and receive the blessing promised to Abraham.Paul then shows that Christ's death accomplishes two great purposes:The blessing of Abraham comes to the Gentiles—justification and worldwide salvation promised long ago are fulfilled in Christ, Abraham's true seed.The promised Spirit is given through faith—the Spirit himself is a purchased blessing, poured out because Christ has redeemed his people at the cost of his life.This passage reveals the deep unity of Scripture: the law, the prophets, the promises to Abraham, and the outpouring of the Spirit all converge at the cross. Justification by faith stands or falls with Christ's substitutionary atonement. If Christ did not truly bear our curse, then there is no gospel at all.Paul's message leaves us with a searching question: Does the cross of Christ shape everything about how we think, believe, and live? For Paul, the answer was decisive—“I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified.”"

In Ecclesiastes 9:11–18, Solomon confronts one of the great paradoxes of life under the sun: wisdom is of immeasurable value, yet it is often invisible, ignored, and forgotten. Outcomes in this world do not reliably reveal who is wise, righteous, strong, or favored. Time and chance disrupt our expectations, and even the wisest people may live and die unnoticed.Solomon begins by observing that success does not always correspond to ability. The swift do not always win the race, the strong do not always prevail in battle, and the wise do not always gain riches or recognition. Life's outcomes are uncertain, and death comes unexpectedly to all. Because of this, we cannot reason backward from success or failure to determine wisdom or worth.Against this backdrop, Solomon presents a striking illustration: a poor, wise man who delivers an entire city through wisdom rather than strength—yet is quickly forgotten. The lesson is clear. Wisdom is greater than power, louder voices, wealth, or military might, even though it is frequently despised and overlooked.Solomon then presses the point further. Wisdom spoken quietly is better than the shouting of rulers, and wisdom accomplishes what weapons of war cannot. Yet he also warns that a single sin can destroy much good, reminding us that true wisdom is inseparable from righteousness and the turning away from evil.This passage calls us to walk by faith and not by sight. Wisdom cannot always be recognized by outward circumstances, social standing, or visible success. Like acceptance before God, wisdom often remains hidden in this life. Its true value is not measured by outcomes but by alignment with God's will.Ultimately, Scripture leads us beyond Solomon to Christ Himself, who embodies this “unknown glory” of wisdom. Jesus was despised and rejected, overlooked by the world, and crucified in weakness—yet He is the Wisdom of God, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. What the world counts as foolish, God declares wiser than all human wisdom.True wisdom is found in the fear of the Lord, in turning away from sin, and supremely in coming to Christ. Though the world may ignore it, this wisdom is more valuable than all the treasures it can offer.#Ecclesiastes #BiblicalWisdom #FearOfTheLord #Wisdom #UnionWithChrist #ChristIsWisdom #ChristianSermon #OldTestament #WalkingByFaith

In Galatians 3:10–12, the Apostle Paul brings his argument for justification by faith to a decisive conclusion. After appealing to the testimony of the Triune God (Christ crucified, the Father giving the Spirit, the Spirit working powerfully) and to the promises made to Abraham, Paul now shows why the law can never justify—because it can only pronounce a curse on sinners.Paul's reasoning is careful and often misunderstood. On the one hand, he decisively rejects legalism: any attempt to be justified by works of the law places a person under God's curse, since the law demands nothing less than perfect obedience. Quoting Deuteronomy 27:26, Paul reminds us that failure at even one point brings condemnation. This leaves every sinner without hope if justification depends on law-keeping.On the other hand, Paul is not promoting antinomianism. He is not denying the goodness of God's law or the necessity of obedience in the Christian life. Rather, he is distinguishing between the ground of justification and the fruit of justification. Obedience does not earn righteousness, but true righteousness by faith always produces obedience.To establish this, Paul appeals to Habakkuk 2:4: “The righteous shall live by faith.” In its original context, this declaration came in the face of impending judgment. Those who would survive God's wrath would do so not by flawless obedience, but by trusting in the Lord and His provision of atonement. Paul rightly draws out the abiding principle: escape from judgment—both temporal and final—comes only through faith.Paul then contrasts two fundamentally opposed systems: justification by works and justification by faith. The first rests on human effort and ends in curse; the second rests on Christ's righteousness and ends in life. When Paul says, “the law is not of faith,” he is not rejecting Moses or the Mosaic covenant as legalistic. Instead, he insists that Moses himself taught that perfect obedience is required by the law—and therefore that sinners must seek salvation outside themselves, in God's promised Redeemer.The result is a unified biblical message: Moses and Paul agree. Scripture from beginning to end teaches that justification is by grace through faith alone, and that obedience flows from a heart transformed by that grace.This passage confronts every hearer with a searching question:Will you stand before God on the basis of your own obedience—or will you take refuge in Christ alone? The righteous, Paul declares, shall live by faith.

"In this sermon from Ecclesiastes 9:1–10, we face one of the most unavoidable realities of life under the sun: death. Solomon shows us that both the righteous and the wicked share the same observable fate in this world—suffering and death—and that God's providence cannot be interpreted merely by what we see happening around us.This passage confronts the temptation to judge God's favor or displeasure by prosperity, suffering, or length of life. Solomon makes clear that such judgments cannot be made from observation alone. Death comes to all, and life in a fallen world is marked by sorrow, injustice, and brevity. These realities are the universal effects of the curse introduced in Genesis 3.Yet Solomon does not lead us into despair. Instead, he teaches us how the fear of God transforms our understanding of life's transitory nature. While death renders all earthly things fleeting, it does not render them meaningless. For those who fear the Lord, suffering and death are not signs of rejection. God's approval rests on His people even as they suffer, and ultimate justice lies beyond this life.Because God has already accepted those who fear Him, Solomon exhorts believers to enjoy life as a gift from God—to eat and drink with joy, to cherish marriage and family, to work diligently, and to receive everyday blessings with gratitude. Life is short, and these gifts will not last forever, but they are real blessings meant to be enjoyed while God gives them.This sermon also points us beyond Ecclesiastes to the gospel itself. The believer's ability to live with joy in a dying world rests on the certainty of eternal life in Christ. Because Christ has been raised from the dead, death does not have the final word. God's approval, secured through justification in Christ, gives us freedom to live gratefully and faithfully even in a world marked by suffering and loss.Life is fleeting. Death is certain. But for those who fear God and trust in Christ, joy is not denied—it is redeemed."

"What does Abraham have to do with justification by faith—and with the salvation of the nations?In Galatians 3:6–9, Paul turns from the Galatians' experience of the Spirit to an even more foundational authority: the testimony of Scripture itself. After showing that the Triune God bore witness to justification by faith (Christ crucified, the Father giving the Spirit, the Spirit working powerfully), Paul demonstrates that this gospel is not new. It is the consistent message of God from the beginning—already preached in the Abrahamic promises.Paul begins where Moses begins: “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness” (Genesis 15:6). Abraham was not justified by works, lineage, or law-keeping. He received righteousness as a gift—counted to him by faith. And from that truth Paul draws a decisive conclusion: those who are “of faith” are the true sons of Abraham.That would have landed with force in Galatia. The Judaizers boasted in physical descent and circumcision, but Paul says sonship is determined by faith, not flesh. Believing Gentiles are not second-class citizens in God's kingdom; they are the very fulfillment of what Scripture promised all along.Paul then goes further: Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith and preached the gospel beforehand to Abraham—“In you shall all the nations be blessed.” This promise is not an obscure detail. It is the backbone of the Abrahamic narrative and God's answer to the curse that fell upon the nations. The blessing promised to the nations is inseparable from justification, because blessing and curse correspond to justification and condemnation.The result is Paul's climactic statement: “So then, those who are of faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith.” We are living in the days Moses longed to see—the worldwide blessing promised to Abraham, fulfilled in Christ, and received by faith alone.The question for every hearer is therefore simple and searching: Are you a true son or daughter of Abraham? Are you walking in the footsteps of Abraham's faith—resting in the righteousness God gives freely in Christ?If you found this sermon helpful, consider subscribing and sharing.For more teaching through Galatians and the doctrine of justification by faith alone, explore the channel's sermon playlist.#Galatians #JustificationByFaith #Abraham #Gospel #ReformedTheology #SolaFide #BibleTeaching #ChristianSermon #NewTestament #BiblicalTheology #CovenantTheology #JesusChrist #GraceAlone #ScriptureAlone #ProtestantReformation"

"In this sermon on Ecclesiastes 8:10–17, we explore Solomon's sobering teaching on God's just judgment and the necessity of genuine repentance. Scripture makes clear that while people can deceive others with outward displays of religion, no one can deceive God, who knows the heart.Solomon reflects on the unsettling reality that wicked people sometimes die with a reputation for holiness, while righteous people may suffer as though they were wicked. Does this mean there is no justice in the world? The answer—resoundingly—is no. These tensions point us to the final judgment, where God will bring every deed to light and render true justice.Along the way, Ecclesiastes exposes the folly of the wicked who mistake God's patience for license to continue in sin, and it comforts the righteous with the assurance that it will be well with those who fear God, even if appearances in this life suggest otherwise.What should Christians do in the meantime?Solomon gives two clear instructions:Enjoy the good gifts God provides, even in a fallen world.Acknowledge the limits of your understanding, trusting that God will unravel every mystery and right every wrong on the last day.Ultimately, the call is to a true, heart-level repentance and fear of God—the kind that only God Himself can give through the grace found in Jesus Christ, the One appointed as Judge of all.

"How do we know that justification is truly by faith alone?Paul's answer in Galatians 3 is striking: the Holy Spirit Himself bears witness to it.In this sermon, we examine Paul's argument in Galatians 3:1–6 and see how the doctrine of justification by faith is confirmed by the testimony of the Triune God. Paul does not appeal first to church authority or human reasoning, but to what God Himself has done—through Christ crucified, the giving of the Spirit, suffering for the gospel, and even signs and wonders.Paul reminds the Galatians that Christ was proclaimed to them as crucified through the preaching of the Word, and that the Spirit was given to them not by works of the law, but by the hearing of faith. The same Spirit who began the Christian life must also be the one who perfects it. To turn back to works is not progress—it is regression.This passage also teaches us how justification and sanctification are inseparably connected. Having begun by the Spirit, we are not perfected by the flesh. Growth in holiness comes through faith, union with Christ, and diligent use of the means of grace—not through self-reliant striving.Paul's argument reaches its climax by pointing to the Spirit's miraculous work among the Galatians as God's own confirmation of the gospel they received. To reject justification by faith is therefore not merely to reject a doctrine, but to resist the testimony of God Himself.This sermon calls us to hear the witness of the Father who gives the Spirit, the Son who was crucified for sinners, and the Spirit who confirms the truth of the gospel—so that we might stand firm in justification by faith alone."

"Da che parte stai?" di Emilio Pagani, Alessio Pasquini, Loris De Marco, da una storia di Pietro GrassoPietro Grasso, una vita dedicata alla lotta alla mafia: sostituto procuratore a Palermo (fu lui fra l'altro titolare dell'inchiesta sull'omicidio di Piersanti Mattarella), giudice a latere nel primo maxiprocesso a Cosa Nostra che durò 21 mesi fra l'86 e l'87, procuratore nazionale antimafia, collega ma soprattutto amico di Giovanni Falcone e Paolo Borsellino, del cui lavoro poi è diventato testimone. Oggi, fra l'altro, è fondatore e presidente della Fondazione Scintille di Futuro, che ha l'obiettivo di sviluppare progetti e percorsi di legalità nelle scuole.La vita di Pietro Grasso, quindi, è una costante testimonianza del suo impegno contro la mafia e a favore della legalità. Come accade anche nella graphic novel "Da che parte stai?" (Tunuè) di Emilio Pagani, Alessio Pasquini, Loris De Marco, da una storia di Pietro Grasso. Stavolta, forse più che negli altri libri, Pietro Grasso, ha scelto di raccontare una serie di vicessitudini dal punto di vista della sua famiglia (la moglie Maria e il figlio Maurilio) che ha sempre appoggiato e sostenuto le scelte di Grasso nel suo percorso di lotta alla mafia.

"In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 15:12–22, we explore Paul's profound teaching on the resurrection and how it flows directly from the doctrine of union with Christ. Every benefit of salvation—justification, adoption, sanctification, and now glorification—comes to us because we are united to Christ, the second Adam and our covenant head.Some in Corinth denied the resurrection of the dead. Paul responds by showing that to deny our resurrection is to deny Christ's resurrection, because the two are inseparably linked. Christ is the firstfruits—the beginning of one great harvest. His resurrection guarantees ours. Your future resurrection is not only promised; it has already begun in Him.This reality transforms how we endure suffering in this life. Just as Christ entered glory after humiliation and suffering, so believers—united to Him—follow that same pattern. Our sufferings are “with Christ,” and our glorification will be with Him as well.At Christmas we remember why this union is possible at all: the incarnation. The eternal Son became man so that we could be united to Him and share in His life, His righteousness, and ultimately His resurrection. As we have borne the image of the man of dust, so we will bear the image of the Man of heaven.If Christ is raised, then you will be raised. If you are in Christ, you will live.This is the hope, the comfort, and the unshakeable foundation of the Christian life.#1Corinthians15 #UnionWithChrist #Resurrection #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Glorification #ReformedTheology #GospelHope #Incarnation #ChristTheFirstfruits #EternalLife #ChristianLiving"

"If we are justified by faith and cannot lose our salvation, why not just go on sinning?That question—raised by Roman Catholics, Eastern Orthodox, Jews, and even by the Pharisees in Paul's day—is not new. The Apostle Paul faced it directly in Romans 6: “Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound?” His answer: By no means! But the reason he gives is crucial—union with Christ.In this sermon, we see that the believer's sanctification is not grounded in self-effort, fear, or uncertainty, but in the reality of being united to the risen Christ. If you are in Christ, you have died to sin with Him and are raised to newness of life with Him. You cannot be united to Christ for justification without also being united to Him for sanctification.Sanctification, therefore, is not an optional add-on—it necessarily flows from union with the Holy One Himself. True holiness is not achieved by striving in the flesh but by abiding in Christ through the Spirit, prayer, the Word, and worship.

En su disco en solitario 'Solo bebop', el guitarrista Pasquale Grasso toca clásicos del jazz como 'Chasin´the bird', 'Salt peanuts' o 'Stella by starlight'. El compositor y bandoneonista Dino Saluzzi, que en mayo cumplió 90 años, firma 'El viejo caminante', acompañado por las guitarras de su hijo José María y de Jacob Young, con obras como 'La ciudad de los Buenos Aires', 'Northern sun', 'My one and only love' o 'Someday my prince will come'. Para 'With my song in my heart', el pianista Denny Zetlin grabó 'I didn´t know what time it was', 'I have dreamed' y 'With a song in my heart'. Cierran el baterista Edison Machado & Boa Nova con 'Serena'. Escuchar audio

"What does it really mean to be a child of God? Among the glorious benefits of salvation—justification, sanctification, and glorification—there is one that often receives less attention but reveals the very heart of God's love: adoption.In this sermon, we explore what it means that believers are called sons and daughters of God through union with Christ. Adoption goes beyond being declared righteous—it means being welcomed into God's own family, having access to Him as Father, receiving His loving discipline, and being made co-heirs with Christ.From John 20:17 and Galatians 4:4–6, we'll see how the Son of God became like us so that we might share His relationship with the Father. This truth gives assurance, comfort in suffering, and boldness in prayer: the God of heaven is our Father.If you've ever wondered what it means to truly belong to God—not just as His creation, but as His child—this message will deepen your appreciation of the gospel and the love that adopts us into His eternal family.

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"What does it mean to say that we have become the righteousness of God in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21)? Many claim that this verse speaks of moral transformation or covenant membership—but Paul is describing something far more glorious. In this sermon, we explore the connection between union with Christ and justification by faith, showing that believers are declared righteous before God because Christ's own righteousness has been imputed to them.God does not merely forgive our sins—He clothes us with the righteousness of His own Son. This righteousness is not earned by works, nor is faith itself the righteousness that justifies. Rather, by faith we are united to Christ, and in Him, God declares us righteous with the very righteousness of God.

"What does it mean to be in Christ? The answer is nothing less than the heart of the gospel itself.In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 1:30–31, we explore the glorious truth that salvation is union with Christ. Every blessing of the gospel—justification, sanctification, adoption, redemption, and glorification—flows from this one reality: believers are united to the Son of God who became man for our salvation.Union with Christ is not merely one aspect of Christian theology—it is salvation. From eternity past to the final glory, every part of our redemption is rooted in our connection to Christ. We are united to Him by faith, and that faith itself is the gracious gift of God.You will discover in this message:• Why union with Christ is the foundation of every gospel blessing• How justification and sanctification are inseparable because Christ cannot be divided• Why all salvation is of grace—in Christ alone• How the incarnation makes union with Christ possible: the eternal Son became man so that we might be united to God• The glory and humility of belonging to the God-Man who is wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption for us

"Obeying the King: Wisdom, Authority, and Your Limitations (Ecclesiastes 8:1–9)In this sermon we explore Ecclesiastes 8:1–9 to uncover a profound biblical truth:

"At the heart of Paul's gospel is one great truth: our justification by faith rests on our union with Christ.In Galatians 2:20–21, Paul reveals the foundation beneath his uncompromising defense of justification by faith alone. Why does he refuse to yield an inch to any teaching that adds works to faith? Because such teaching undermines the very heart of salvation—our union with Christ.In this sermon, we explore how every aspect of the Christian life flows from this glorious union:We are justified because we are united to the Righteous One.We are sanctified because Christ lives in us by His Spirit.We are adopted because we share in the Son's own relationship with the Father.We will be raised because we are joined to the risen Lord.For Paul, Christ is salvation. To add works to faith is not merely to misunderstand justification—it is to deny the sufficiency of Christ Himself. If righteousness could come by the law, then Christ died for nothing.May this message deepen your love for Christ, strengthen your assurance in His finished work, and help you see that the life of faith is nothing less than the life of Christ in you.

This month for ClapperCast's November 2025 Patreon Bonus Episode, Nicolò Grasso joins Carson Timar to continue ClapperCast's Francis Ford Coppola retrospective with a review for his 1988 feature, Tucker: The Man and His DreamGet Access to this Episode by Subscribing to Spotify Subscriptions or on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/clappercastpod

"True wisdom and righteousness are highly prized—but exceedingly rare. In this sermon on Ecclesiastes 7:15–29, we explore Solomon's sobering yet hopeful teaching about human sinfulness, the scarcity of righteousness, and the ultimate value of fearing God.The world often assumes people are inherently good, or that small compromises are acceptable, but Scripture repeatedly shows that there is no one righteous on earth. Solomon uses practical examples—from speech and hypocrisy to sexual immorality—to demonstrate the pervasive sinfulness of mankind.Yet there is hope: through fear of the Lord, we are delivered from sin, justified by faith, and drawn into sanctification. All true wisdom, righteousness, and redemption are found in Christ, and only by turning to Him can we be truly wise and righteous.In this message, you will discover:• Why fearing God is the antidote to both pride and folly• The rarity and value of genuine righteousness• How human sinfulness is undeniable, yet salvation is offered through faith• The connection between wisdom, righteousness, and sanctification• How Christ embodies all wisdom and righteousness, giving hope for our lives"

"The law was never meant to be a ladder to heaven—it was always meant to drive us to Christ.In this sermon, we look at one of the most important theological controversies in the first-century church: the question of the ceremonial law and its relationship to justification by faith. The Judaizers claimed that Gentiles must keep the law of Moses—especially circumcision—to be saved. But Paul rebuked this view sharply, showing that to rebuild what Christ has torn down is to make oneself a transgressor.We'll explore how Paul's words in Galatians 2:17–21 reveal the true purpose of the law: to expose sin and lead us to the only source of righteousness—Jesus Christ. We'll also address modern distortions, such as the New Perspective on Paul (NPP), which narrows “works of the law” to ceremonial works and thus weakens the gospel of grace. But Paul's teaching is clear: no works—ceremonial or otherwise—can justify sinners before a holy God.This message shows why every attempt to add human effort to the work of Christ—whether through ceremonies, moralism, or modern reinterpretations—undermines the very gospel it seeks to defend. The law kills, but Christ gives life. The law shows our sin, but Christ is our righteousness.

"We live in a world obsessed with beginnings—new jobs, new homes, new projects, new excitement. But in Ecclesiastes 7:8–14, Solomon reminds us that “the end of a matter is better than its beginning.” In this sermon, we explore the wisdom of living not for short-term gain or immediate excitement, but for the long-term good that comes from patient endurance and trust in God's providence.Those who are wise know that true success can only be seen at the end of a thing, not its beginning. Solomon shows us how this truth shapes our view of faithfulness, parenting, suffering, and even eternity itself. The wise patiently seek the long-term good, trusting that every crooked path God ordains is for our sanctification and ultimate joy in Christ.Join us as we consider how this passage teaches us to:• Value faithfulness that endures over excitement that fades.• Cultivate patience rather than pride or anger.• Pass on wisdom and faith to future generations.• Rejoice in both good days and days of adversity.• Fix our eyes on the final end—Christ's return and the glory to come.

"Has the doctrine of justification by faith alone really been the faith of the church in every age—or was it invented at the Reformation?In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul declares that “a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.” Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox critics often claim that the Reformation view of justification is a late, novel interpretation. But the testimony of Scripture and church history shows otherwise.In this sermon, we explore:The Perspicuity of Scripture – why Paul's teaching on justification is clear and authoritativeThe Early Church Fathers – Clement, Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Origen, Chrysostom, Basil, Ambrosiaster, and others who spoke of justification by faith aloneAugustine & the Medieval Witnesses – how even in the Middle Ages, voices like Anselm, Bernard, and Wycliffe upheld the truth that salvation is wholly of graceThe Reformation – not a new doctrine, but a return to the biblical and historic gospelFrom Adam to Abraham, from Paul to the Reformers, from the fathers to faithful believers in every century, the church has always confessed the same truth:We are justified by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, to the glory of God alone.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #SolaFide #Galatians #ChurchHistory #ReformedTheology #GospelTruth #ChristAlone #GraceAlone"

"Why does God allow His people to suffer? What possible good could come from mourning, loss, and pain? In Ecclesiastes 7:1–7, Solomon gives us a surprising answer: suffering is often better for us than laughter—because God uses it to make us holy.In this sermon, we see that holiness is worth suffering for. A good name—true godly character—is better than all the wealth or comfort the world can offer. When God takes away our “precious ointment” but gives us a “good name,” He has done something far better for us. Suffering, when received in faith, is the refining fire that produces righteousness and wisdom.We'll look at how the “house of mourning” teaches us to live in light of eternity, how rebuke is better than flattery, and why the wise learn more from sorrow than from song. As Solomon shows, the one who fears God and keeps His commandments—trusting in His Son—has nothing to fear in death, for holiness will shine forever when all else fades away.

"Is justification by faith really taught throughout the whole Bible—or is it just a “Pauline doctrine”? In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul insists that “we who are Jews know that a person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.” Why does he assume that every faithful Jew already knew this truth? Because the Old Testament itself proclaimed it.In this sermon, we explore the historical witness to justification by faith:Why justification by faith is the only way God's justice can be upheldHow Psalm 143:2 shows that no one can be justified by works before GodWhy the sacrificial system and atonement point to salvation by grace, not meritHow Abraham, David, Habakkuk, and the Prophets all taught justification by faithWhy Christ himself is called “The Lord our Righteousness” (Jer. 23:6)From Genesis to the Prophets, from the Psalms to the Gospel, the entire Bible proclaims the same message: no one can be declared righteous by works of the law. Our only hope is Christ, whose perfect righteousness is freely imputed to us through faith alone.This is the gospel Paul defended with all his strength—the same gospel proclaimed by Moses, David, Isaiah, Jeremiah, and fulfilled in Christ.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #Galatians #OldTestament #Messiah #ReformedTheology #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #SolaFide #GospelTruth"

"Da che parte stai?" di Emilio Pagani, Alessio Pasquini, Loris De Marco, da una storia di Pietro Grasso.Pietro Grasso, una vita dedicata alla lotta alla mafia: sostituto procuratore a Palermo (fu lui fra l'altro titolare dell'inchiesta sull'omicidio di Piersanti Mattarella), giudice a latere nel primo maxiprocesso a Cosa Nostra che durò 21 mesi fra l'86 e l'87, procuratore nazionale antimafia, collega ma soprattutto amico di Giovanni Falcone e Paolo Borsellino, del cui lavoro poi è diventato testimone. Oggi, fra l'altro, è fondatore e presidente della Fondazione Scintille di Futuro, che ha l'obiettivo di sviluppare progetti e percorsi di legalità nelle scuole.La vita di Pietro Grasso, quindi, è una costante testimonianza del suo impegno contro la mafia e a favore della legalità. Come accade anche nella graphic novel "Da che parte stai?" (Tunuè) di Emilio Pagani, Alessio Pasquini, Loris De Marco, da una storia di Pietro Grasso. Stavolta, forse più che negli altri libri, Pietro Grasso, ha scelto di raccontare una serie di vicessitudini dal punto di vista della sua famiglia (la moglie Maria e il figlio Maurilio) che ha sempre appoggiato e sostenuto le scelte di Grasso nel suo percorso di lotta alla mafia.

In this episode, I connect with Michela Grasso, a researcher and writer with the Urban Cycling Institute in Amsterdam, for a discussion about some of her recent projects, including the publication of A Manifesto for Cycling Futures and Planning the Cycling City: A Field Guide.Helpful Links (note that some may include affiliate links to help me support the channel):

"What does it mean to truly enjoy the fruit of your labor? Solomon teaches that this enjoyment is not the result of wealth itself, but a blessing from God.In Ecclesiastes 5:18 – 6:12, we see two people with the same material possessions — one finds joy, the other despair. The difference? One receives his labor's fruit with thanksgiving to God; the other lives for wealth and cannot enjoy it. This contrast reveals a profound biblical truth: to enjoy your work and its rewards is a divine gift, while to labor without joy is a curse.In this sermon, we explore:Why all things are vanity when lived apart from GodHow enjoying your work reflects God's covenant blessingsWhy some cannot enjoy their wealth — even when they have everythingThe danger of the “futility curse” and how Christ redeems itHow faith transforms labor and gratitude into worshipSolomon points us back to the Garden — and forward to redemption in Christ, who removes the curse of futility and restores us to the joy of fruitful labor.

"Does the Bible contradict itself on justification? Paul says in Galatians 2:16 that we are justified by faith and not by works. But James 2:24 says that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone. How are we to understand this apparent tension?In this sermon, we walk carefully through both passages to show that Scripture speaks with one clear voice. Paul is teaching how a sinner is declared righteous before God—through the righteousness of Christ received by faith alone. James is addressing the nature of true, saving faith—faith that always produces good works.Together, these truths show us:Why Paul rebuked Peter for walking contrary to justification by faith aloneHow James distinguishes between dead faith and living faithWhy true faith always leads to sanctification and good worksHow works function as the evidence of justification, not the ground of itWhy both Paul and James ultimately proclaim the same gospelThe Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox objections often claim that the Bible is unclear on justification and requires church tradition to interpret. But Paul insists his words are clear and binding—and to distort them is to lose the gospel itself.Brothers and sisters, justification by faith alone is not just a Reformation slogan. It is the good news of the Bible: Christ alone is our righteousness, received by faith alone, a faith that is never alone.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #Galatians #James2 #ReformedTheology #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #SolaFide #GospelTruth #BiblicalPreaching"

"Can wealth ever truly satisfy the soul? Solomon says no — “He who loves silver will not be satisfied with silver.” (Ecclesiastes 5:10) In this sermon, we consider what Scripture teaches about the deceitfulness of riches and the emptiness of living for wealth.Jesus said, “You cannot serve God and money.” Many think they can serve both, but Solomon shows us the folly of such a life: wealth cannot satisfy when you gain it, and it brings sorrow when you lose it. It promises peace but produces anxiety, darkness, and despair.True satisfaction comes only from serving God — the fountain of living waters — not from chasing what cannot fill the heart. As Augustine wrote, “You have made us for Yourself, O God, and our hearts are restless until they find rest in You.”In this sermon, you'll learn:Why the love of money is incompatible with serving GodHow the pursuit of wealth leads to vanity and anxietyWhy losing wealth is devastating to those who live for itHow true contentment is found in glorifying and enjoying GodWhat it means to use wealth rightly — as a tool for God's glory

"At the very heart of the gospel is the doctrine of justification by faith. In Galatians 2:15–16, Paul makes one of the clearest declarations in all of Scripture:“A man is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.”This truth is not a side issue—it is the foundation of salvation itself. Paul repeats it three times in one verse so that we cannot miss it: no one is justified by works, but only by faith in Christ.In this sermon, we explore:What justification really means (a legal declaration of righteousness)Why no amount of works can satisfy God's justiceHow Christ's perfect righteousness is imputed to us by faithWhy faith alone—apart from works—is the only way to be savedHow this doctrine has been attacked in every generation, from Paul's day to the Reformation to nowJustification by faith is not a theological abstraction. It is your only hope when you stand before the judgment seat of God. Either you stand clothed in your own righteousness—which cannot save—or in the perfect righteousness of Christ, freely given to all who believe.Brothers and sisters, this is the gospel: forsake all trust in yourself and cast yourself wholly upon Christ. In Him alone there is pardon, life, and eternal hope.#JustificationByFaith #FaithAlone #GospelTruth #Galatians #ReformedTheology #BiblicalPreaching #ChristAlone #GraceAlone #christianfaith"

"What does the Bible teach about the role and limits of civil government? In this sermon, we explore Solomon's wisdom in Ecclesiastes 5:8–9 and discover a principle often forgotten in our time: biblical government is limited government.Solomon observes that sprawling bureaucracies and unchecked ambition lead inevitably to oppression of the poor and corruption in justice. Scripture consistently warns against this—from Deuteronomy 17 to 1 Samuel 8, from Romans 13 to the wisdom literature. A government that forgets God becomes a god unto itself, and when that happens, tyranny follows.But the Bible does not endorse anarchy either. Rather, it teaches that righteous rulers are a blessing from God—those who fear Him, uphold justice, and understand that their authority is derived and limited. True prosperity comes not through ever-expanding power, but through godly restraint.In this message, we consider:Why ambition for power and wealth so easily corrupts rulersHow the Bible defines limited governmentThe dangers of socialism, secularism, and bureaucratic sprawlThe difference between separation of church and state and separation of God from governmentWhy every authority—civil and ecclesiastical—must remain under God's WordUltimately, Scripture teaches that all earthly governments point us to the perfect King, Jesus Christ, whose rule is righteous, eternal, and free from corruption.

Craig Elsten and Chris Reed are back to share their thoughts on the final two episodes of Task, where Brad Ingelsby has grown as a showrunner, the themes of redemption that ran through the series, and whether or not there should be a second season. What did YOU think about Task? Email the show at: crossingstreamstvpodcast@gmail.com and we'll read your replies on a future show! SHOW NOTES/TIMES:30 intro/housekeeping2:45 overall thoughts on the full season of Task11:00 themes of redemption14:30 is Grasso going to jail or was he redeemed too?19:00 Would Tom have really let Maeve keep the money?22:00 Episode Six was a BANGER29:30 should there be a second season of Task?34:00 What We're Watching

"The church has always faced weakness—even in the days of the Apostles. In Galatians 2, we see Peter fall into fear of man, leading even Barnabas and others into hypocrisy. But Paul, for the sake of the gospel, publicly rebuked Peter to defend the truth of justification by faith.This passage reminds us that no leader is above correction, that the sins of leaders affect entire churches, and that sometimes the defense of the gospel requires hard words and difficult confrontations. True spiritual health is not the absence of conflict, but the willingness to address sin, seek reconciliation, and prize the truth of Christ above all else.In this sermon, we'll see why Paul's boldness matters for us today—and why we, too, must be willing to do anything for the defense of the gospel.#Galatians #DefenseOfTheGospel #JustificationByFaith #PaulAndPeter #FearOfMan #ReformedTheology #GospelTruth #FaithAlone #ChurchLife #BiblicalPreaching"

"How should we approach God in worship? Ecclesiastes 5:1–7 reminds us that God is in heaven and we are on earth. This passage confronts us with the transcendent greatness of God and calls us to humility, reverence, and fear as we come before Him.In this sermon, we'll see why our posture in worship matters so deeply—especially in our speech before God. Scripture teaches that careless words, broken vows, or presumptuous worship dishonor the Lord of glory. Instead, we are called to draw near with humility, to listen before we speak, and to let our words be few.

Bill and Jo run through the woods to recap the sixth episode of ‘Task.' (0:00) Intro (1:58) The shootout (10:52) What is Grasso's backstory? (15:26) Maeve and Tom (21:56) What's left? (34:30) Finale predictions (44:56) Series creator Brad Ingelsby talks about casting Tom Pelphrey, the scenes he's most proud of, a potential second season, and much more Email us! prestigetv@spotify.com Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of ‘The Prestige TV Podcast' and so much more! Hosts: Bill Simmons and Joanna Robinson Guest: Brad Ingelsby Producers: Kai Grady and Donnie Beacham Jr. Additional Production Support: Justin Sayles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices