Podcasts about Last Adam

James Revisited: Brandon Crowe on the Theology of the Letter of JamesThe letter of James has a reputation problem. Luther famously called it an "epistle of straw," and it's long been treated as the New Testament's odd cousin — a collection of practical maxims light on theology and hard to square with Paul on faith and works. In this episode, Chad sits down with Dr. Brandon Crowe, professor of New Testament at Westminster Theological Seminary, to make the case that this neglect has cost the church one of Scripture's richest theological voices.Brandon and Chad work through his book James Revisited: Christology and Biblical Theology in the Letter of James, which reads the epistle not as an outlier but as a text deeply woven into the whole canon — one that refracts the Old Testament through the teaching of Jesus to call believers toward maturity. They discuss James's often-overlooked Christology, the perennial question of faith and works and how it relates to Paul, the place of the law for Christians (fulfilled in Christ yet still abiding), the kingdom of God, and the letter's themes of perfection, hypocrisy, and eschatology. Along the way they take up why the General Epistles as a whole tend to get sidelined, and what preachers and readers gain by giving James a fresh and careful hearing.< cite index="22-1">Rev. Dr. Brandon Crowe (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is professor of New Testament at Westminster Theological Seminary and book review editor for the Westminster Theological Journal. < cite index="22-1">An ordained teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church in America, his research centers on biblical theology, the Gospels, and the General Epistles. He is the author of numerous books, including The Last Adam, The Path of Faith, and Why Did Jesus Live a Perfect Life?Links:

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The 8/2/26 sermon by Mike Gowens considers four "last" things from 1 Corinthians 15, the resurrection chapter in Scripture. This important chapter discusses the 1) Last Adam; 2) Last Apostle; 3) Last Trump; and 4) Last Enemy. 

How will believers be raised? What kind of body will we receive? And how does Genesis connect to the resurrection?In this fascinating study of 1 Corinthians 15, Gary explores Paul's famous illustration of the seed, revealing God's incredible plan for the resurrection of believers. Along the way, he connects the promise of our future glorified bodies with Genesis 3, Genesis 6, the corruption of humanity before the Flood, and Christ as the "Last Adam."

How will believers be raised? What kind of body will we receive? And how does Genesis connect to the resurrection?In this fascinating study of 1 Corinthians 15, Gary explores Paul's famous illustration of the seed, revealing God's incredible plan for the resurrection of believers. Along the way, he connects the promise of our future glorified bodies with Genesis 3, Genesis 6, the corruption of humanity before the Flood, and Christ as the "Last Adam."

Through the first man, Adam, comes sin and death, and yet through the Last Adam, Jesus Christ, comes righteousness and life.

In the second message of The Names of Jesus series, we explore what it means for Jesus to be the Last Adam. While Adam's sin brought brokenness and death into the world, Jesus offers a new inheritance marked by forgiveness, new life, and the hope of resurrection. Discover how following Christ doesn't simply improve our lives but it makes us a new creation with a future secured in Him.⚫CONNECT WITH US:

This is the ninth lesson in Dr. James J. Cassidy's Reformed Academy course, The Gospel of John: A Study in the Truth. This lesson covers the following topics:00:00 The Last Adam (vv. 1–16)16:35 The True King of Israel (vv. 17–30)23:10 Jesus as the Enthroned King (vv. 31–42)Register for this free on-demand course on our website to track your progress and assess your understanding through quizzes for each lesson. You will also receive free access to dozens of additional video courses in covenant theology, apologetics, biblical studies, church history, and more: https://reformedacademy.org/course/gospel-of-john-a-study-in-the-truth-chapters-11-21Your donations help us to provide free Reformed resources for students like you worldwide: https://reformedforum.org/donate/#truth #gospel #reformedtheology #biblestudy

This is the ninth lesson in Dr. James J. Cassidy's Reformed Academy course, The Gospel of John: A Study in the Truth. This lesson covers the following topics: 00:00 The Last Adam (vv. 1–16) 16:35 The True King of Israel (vv. 17–30) 23:10 Jesus as the Enthroned King (vv. 31–42) Register for this free on-demand course on our website to track your progress and assess your understanding through quizzes for each lesson. You will also receive free access to dozens of additional video courses in covenant theology, apologetics, biblical studies, church history, and more: https://reformedacademy.org/course/gospel-of-john-a-study-in-the-truth-chapters-11-21 Your donations help us to provide free Reformed resources for students like you worldwide: https://reformedforum.org/donate/ #truth #gospel #reformedtheology #biblestudy

In this powerful Father's Day message, Pastor Josiah Elias reveals the danger of deception and the victory believers have through Jesus Christ, the Last Adam.From the Garden of Eden to the Cross of Calvary, Scripture reveals two covenant heads: Adam, whose disobedience brought sin and death into the world, and Jesus Christ, whose obedience secured righteousness, grace, and eternal life for all who believe. While deception entered through the fall, God has made a way for His people to walk in truth, discernment, and freedom.As believers, we are no longer defined by our old nature. Through Christ, we have become a new creation. Yet even today, the enemy seeks to corrupt pure devotion to Jesus through subtle compromise, distraction, and deception. This message challenges fathers, families, and every believer to remain vigilant, guard their hearts, and stay anchored in the truth of God's Word.Discover the eternal consequences of rejecting deception, the authority believers have in Christ, and the beautiful picture of redemption revealed from Adam's side in Genesis to Christ's pierced side on the Cross.This Father's Day message is a call for men to lead with discernment, for families to stand firm in truth, and for the Church to remain devoted to Jesus above all else.Key Scriptures:1 Corinthians 15:45-472 Corinthians 5:171 Timothy 2:142 Corinthians 11:2-3Romans 5:12-21Genesis 2:21John 19:34If this message encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear the truth that sets people free.

First Adam Vs. Last Adam The key to true victory is not obedience to commandments, but empowerment to life by the Spirit.

Romans 5 provides a clear explanation of our federal headship. We were once under Adam's headship and thus under sin because Adam (as our federal head) sinned against God. But, as Romans 5 explains, Christ Jesus obeyed where Adam disobeyed. Those who are in Christ have transferred into the headship of Christ, the Last Adam. Thus, we have eternal hope and life in Christ!

Wednesday evening service "Just The Word" April 29, 2026 The Last Adam-Sis Angela Hansen/I Have A Question-Bro Darren Hansen

What really happened to the human race through the resurrection of Jesus Christ? How is Jesus now the Last Adam? Why are all angels present at the resurrection sitting?

Yeshua the last Adam who redeems what the first Adam lost. If one mans sin could bring death to many, how much more can one mans righteousness bring life to many? The post The Last Adam appeared first on Emmaus Road Fellowship.

In this episode, Pastor Jim and Pastoral Intern David discuss Romans 5:12–21 and Pastor Sean's latest sermon: "The Last Adam" from our sermon series through the book of Romans.Watering Seeds is a ministry of Covenant Reformed Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Asheville, NC. You can learn more and hear our sermons on our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.covenantreformed.net/sermons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can also find our sermon recordings on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sermon Audio⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

In this episode we peel back the layers of the Genesis narrative to reveal a startling truth: Eden wasn't a retirement villa; it was a high-stakes job site. By examining the original Hebrew context, we discover that Adam and Eve were the world's first priests, stationed in a "Garden-Temple" where the borders of heaven and earth met. We explore how their original mandate to "work and keep" the land was actually a sacred liturgical commission—the same one later given to the Levites in the Tabernacle. From the failure of the "first security guard" to the restoration found in the "Last Adam," this episode reframes your daily 9-to-5 not as a secular grind, but as a holy vocation. You aren't just earning a paycheck; you are an image-bearer called to bring God's presence into every cubicle, classroom, and corner of the world.--The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you're looking for resources to lead a family devotional, a small group at church, or a one-on-one mentoring relationship. Join us for new episodes every Tuesday and Friday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate NowHow Did Adam and Eve Function Like Priests in Eden?

When we come to genealogies in the Bible, we usually treat them like the "Terms and Conditions" of a software update. We just scroll to the bottom. But Genesis 5 is far from boring. It is the highlight reel of humanity's true condition.In this message from the "Foundations" series, Pastor Adam Burton explores the relentless march of time in Genesis 5:1-32. We confront the reality of the "Time-Eater," the heavy exhaustion of the curse, and the profound hope found in the man who walked with God. Discover why we cannot outwork the curse and how the Last Adam offers us true rest.

The gospel is true because there's a literal First and Last Adam. And we should all be forever thankful for that.

When Jesus hung on the cross, what did God the Father actually see? Most of us see a historical event where a Savior died for us, but the Bible reveals a deeper mystery: Jesus died as us. In this message, we dive into the "Spiritual Camera" of God to understand our true identity in Christ. We explore how Jesus, as the Last Adam, represented all of humanity—taking the punishment for every wrong you could ever do and nailing the requirements of the Law to the cross once and for all. In this video, you will learn: The Concept of Identification: Why you were "in the picture" during the crucifixion. The Roman Triumph: How God stripped the enemy of all authority and made a public spectacle of the forces of darkness. The End of Effort: Why no one is made right by obeying rules, but only through the Finished Work of Jesus. Real-World Authority: A powerful testimony of how the Name of Jesus stops the works of darkness in their tracks. Key Scriptures: Colossians 2:13-15, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Galatians 2:20, 1 John 5:14.

Join us for a conversation on EFS with Kyle Claunch, Associate Professor of Christian Theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.   Detailed Analytical Outline: "Everything You Need to Know About EFS and The Trinity | Kyle Claunch | #100" This outline structures the podcast episode chronologically by timestamp, providing a summary of content, key theological arguments, analytical insights (e.g., strengths of positions, biblical/theological connections, and implications for Trinitarian doctrine), and notable quotes. The discussion centers on Eternal Functional Submission (EFS, also termed Eternal Submission of the Son [ESS] or Eternal Relations of Authority and Submission [ERAS]), its biblical basis, critiques, and broader Trinitarian implications. Host Sean Demars interviews Kyle Claunch, a theologian offering a non-EFS perspective rooted in classical Trinitarianism (e.g., Augustine, Athanasius). The tone is conversational, humble, and worship-oriented, emphasizing the doctrine's gravity (per Augustine: "Nowhere else is a mistake more dangerous"). Introduction and Setup (00:10–01:48) Content Summary: Episode opens with music and host introduction. Sean Demars welcomes first-time guest Kyle Claunch (noting a prior unreleased recording). Light banter references mutual acquaintance Jim Hamilton (a repeat guest) and a breakfast discussion on Song of Solomon. Transition to topic: the Trinity, with humorous acknowledgment of its complexity. Key Points: Shoutout to Hamilton as the "three-timer" on the show; playful goal of featuring Kenwood elders repeatedly. Tease of future episodes on Song of Solomon, Ecclesiastes, Psalms. Analytical Insights: Establishes relational warmth and insider Reformed/Baptist context (e.g., Kenwood Baptist Church ties). Frames Trinity discussion as high-stakes yet accessible, aligning with podcast's "Room for Nuance" ethos—nuanced, non-polemical engagement. Implications: Builds trust for dense theology, reminding listeners of communal discipleship. Notable Quote: "Nothing better to talk about... Nowhere else is a mistake more dangerous, Augustine says about the doctrine of the trinity." (01:33) Opening Prayer (01:48–02:29) Content Summary: Claunch prays for accurate representation of God, protection from error, and edification of listeners (believers to worship, unbelievers to Christ). Key Points: Gratitude for knowing God as Father through Son by Spirit; plea for words and meditations to be acceptable (Psalm 19:14 echo). Analytical Insights: Models Trinitarian piety—prayer invokes all persons, underscoring episode's theme of relational unity over hierarchical submission. Strengthens devotional framing, countering potential abstraction in doctrine. Notable Quote: "May the saints who hear this be drawn to worship. May those that don't know you be drawn to want to know you through your son Jesus." (02:07–02:29) Interview Origin and Personal Context (02:29–04:18) Content Summary: Demars recounts how Hamilton recommended Claunch as a counterpoint to Owen Strawn's EFS views (from a prior episode on theological retrieval). Demars shares his wavering stance on EFS (initial acceptance, rejection, ambivalence—like amillennialism) and seeks Claunch's help to "land" biblically. Key Points: EFS as a debated topic in evangelical circles; Claunch's approach ties to retrieval. Demars' vulnerability: Desire for settled conviction on God's self-revelation. Analytical Insights: Highlights EFS debate's live-wire status in Reformed theology (post-2016 surge via Ware, Grudem). Demars' "help me land" plea humanizes the host, inviting listeners into personal theological pilgrimage. Implication: Doctrine as transformative, not merely academic—echoes Augustine's "discovery more advantageous" (later referenced). Notable Quote: "Part of this is really just being like dear brother Kyle help me like land where I need to land on this." (03:53) Defining EFS/ESS/ERAS (04:18–07:01) Content Summary: Claunch defines terms: EFS (eternal functional submission of Son/Spirit to Father per divine nature); ESS (eternal submission of Son); ERAS (eternal relations of authority/submission, per Ware). Contrasts with incarnational obedience (uncontroversial for creatures). Key Points: Eternal (contra-temporal, constitutive of God's life); not limited to human nature. Biblical focus on Son, but extends to Spirit; relations as "godness of God" (Father-Son-Spirit distinctions). Analytical Insights: Clarifies nomenclature's evolution (avoiding "subordinationism" heresy). Strength: Steel-mans EFS as biblically motivated, not cultural. Weakness: Risks blurring persons' equality if submission is essential. Connects to classical taxonomy (one essence, three persons via relations). Notable Quote: "This relation of authority and submission then is internal to the very life of God and as such is constitutive of what it means for God to be God." (06:36) Biblical Texts for EFS: Steel-Manning Arguments (07:01–14:34) Content Summary: Claunch lists key texts EFS advocates use, steel-manning sympathetically. John 6:38 (07:35): Son came "not to do my own will, but the will of him who sent me"—roots in pre-incarnate motive. Sending Language (09:04): Father sends Son (never reverse); implies authority-obedience. Father-Son Names (09:43): Eternal sonship entails biblical patriarchal authority. 1 Cor 11:3 (10:04): "God [Father] is the head of Christ"—parallels man-woman headship (authority symbol). 1 Cor 15:24–28 (13:13): Future subjection of Son to Father ("eternity future" implies past). Key Points: EFS holders (e.g., Ware, Grudem—Claunch's friends/mentor) prioritize Scripture; not anti-Trinitarian. Analytical Insights: Effective charity—affirms motives (biblicism) while previewing critiques. Texts highlight economic Trinity (missions reveal immanent relations). Implication: If valid, EFS grounds complementarity in creation (e.g., gender roles via 1 Cor 11). But risks Arianism echoes if submission essentializes inequality. Notable Quote: "They believe this because they are convinced that this is what the Bible teaches... It's a genuine desire to believe what the Bible says." (14:15) Critiquing EFS Texts: Governing Principles (14:52–19:02) Content Summary: Claunch introduces "form of God/form of servant" rule (Augustine, Phil 2:6–8) and unity of God (one essence, attributes, acts). Applies to texts, emphasizing incarnation. John 6:38 (15:11): Incarnational (Son assumes human will to obey as Last Adam); "not my own will" implies distinct (human-divine) wills, not eternal submission. Compares to Gethsemane (Lk 22:42), Phil 2 (obedience as "became," not eternal), Heb 5:8 (learns obedience via suffering). Key Points: Obedience creaturely (Adam failed, Christ succeeds); EFS demands discrete divine wills, contradicting one will/power (inseparable operations). Analytical Insights: Augustinian rule shines—resolves tensions without modalism/Arianism. Strength: Harmonizes canon (analogy of Scripture). Implication: Protects active obedience's soteriological role (imputed righteousness). Weakness in EFS: Overlooks hypostatic union's permanence. Notable Quote: "Obedience is something he became, not something he was." (35:15) Inseparable Operations and Unity (19:02–28:18) Content Summary: One God = one almighty/omniscient/will (Athanasian Creed); external acts (ad extra) undivided (e.g., creation, resurrection appropriated to persons but shared). EFS's "distinct enactment" incoherent—submission requires discrete wills, implying polytheism. Submission entails disagreement possibility, undermining unity. Key Points: Appropriation (e.g., Father elects, but all persons do); one will upstream from texts. Analytical Insights: Core classical rebuttal—echoes Cappadocians vs. Arius (one ousia, three hypostases). Strength: Biblical (e.g., Jn 1 creation triad). Implication: Safeguards monotheism; critiques social Trinitarianism/EFS as quasi-polytheistic. Ties to procession (relations without hierarchy). Notable Quote: "If God's knowledge and mind understanding will is all one then the very idea... that you could have one divine person... have authority and the other... not have the same authority... Seems to be a category mistake." (24:41–25:14) Further Critiques: Sending, Headship, Future Submission (28:18–50:07) Content Summary: Sending (42:30): Not command (Aquinas/Augustine); missions reveal processions (eternal generation), not authority (analogical, e.g., adult "sending" without hierarchy). 1 Cor 11:3 (46:34): Incarnational (Christ as mediator); underdetermined text, informed by whole Scripture. 1 Cor 15 (48:10): Post-resurrection = ongoing hypostatic union (God-man forever submits as creature). Spirit's "Obedience" (49:26): No biblical texts; EFS extension illogical (Spirit unincarnate). Jn 16:13 ("not... on his own authority") mistranslates—Greek "from himself" denotes procession, not submission (parallels Jn 5:19–26 on Son's generation). Key Points: Obedience emphasis on Son's humanity for redemption; Spirit's mission unified (takes Father's/Son's). Analytical Insights: Devastating on Spirit—exposes EFS asymmetry. Strength: Exegetical precision (Greek apo heautou). Implication: EFS risks divinizing hierarchy over equality; retrieval favors Nicene grammar. Notable Quote: "There's not one single biblical text that uses the language of authority, submission, obedience in relation to the spirit." (50:07) Processions, Personhood, and Retrieval Tease (50:07–1:10:04) Content Summary: Persons = rational subsistences (Boethius); distinction via relations/processions (Father unbegotten, Son generated, Spirit spirated—not three wills/agents). Demars probes: Processions define persons (Son from Father, Spirit from both?). Claunch: Analogical, not creaturely autonomy. Teases retrieval discussion for future episode. Key Points: Creator-creature distinction; via eminentia/negativa for terms like "person." God unlike us—worship response to mystery. Analytical Insights: Clarifies hypostases vs. prosopa; counters social Trinitarianism. Strength: Humility amid density ("take your sandals off"). Implication: EFS confuses economic/immanent Trinity; retrieval recovers Nicene subtlety vs. modern individualism. Notable Quote: "The distinction is in the relation only... The ground of personhood is the divine nature." (1:03:07–1:03:32) Eschatological Reflection and Heaven (1:10:04–1:13:39) Content Summary: Demars: Perpetual learning in heaven? Claunch: Infinite expansion (Edwards' analogy—expanding vessel in God's love); Augustine: Laborious but advantageous pursuit. Key Points: Glorified knowledge joyful, finite yet ever-growing; press on (Hos 4:6). Analytical Insights: Pastoral pivot—doctrine doxological, not despairing. Ties to episode's awe: Trinity as eternal discovery. Notable Quote: "Nowhere else is a mistake more dangerous or the task more laborious or the discovery more advantageous." (1:13:11) Rapid-Fire Q&A (1:13:55–1:20:14) Content Summary: Fun segment: Favorites (24, Spurgeon/Piper sermons, Tolkien, It's a Wonderful Life, mountains, wine, licorice hate, fly, morning person, etc.). Ends with straw holes trick (one). Key Points: Reveals Claunch's tastes (e.g., Owen's works as "systematic theology," "Immortal, Invisible" hymn for funeral—mortality vs. God's eternity). Analytical Insights: Humanizes expert; hymn choice reinforces theme (Psalm 90 echo). Lightens load post-depth. Closing Prayer (1:20:14–1:21:04) Content Summary: Demars thanks God for Claunch's clarity; prays for his influence in church/academy. Key Points: Blessing for edification, glory. Analytical Insights: Bookends with prayer—Trinitarian focus implicit. Overall Analytical Themes: Claunch's non-EFS view upholds Nicene equality via processions/operations, critiquing EFS as well-intentioned but incoherent (risks subordinationism). Episode excels in balance: exegetical rigor, historical retrieval (Augustine/Aquinas/Owen), pastoral warmth. Implications: Bolsters complementarianism without Trinitarian cost; urges humility in mystery. Ideal for theology students/pastors navigating debates.  

Join us as teaching elder Adam Vinson continues our study through the book of Luke. Notes from today's sermon can be found at the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZyIWAIDEgnA1K7OEZaO9MTym2StgDina/view?usp=sharing

Join us as teaching elder Adam Vinson continues our study through the book of Luke. Notes from today's sermon can be found at the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZyIWAIDEgnA1K7OEZaO9MTym2StgDina/view?usp=sharing

We are looking at Ephesians chapter 4, verses 22through the end of the chapter. In these verses, the apostle Paul isinstructing the believers in Ephesus to put off the old man. Why? Because theyare now in Christ. They have a new man living within them. The Holy Spirit ofthe living God—Christ Himself—lives in us.  Paulbecomes very specific in this section. Beginning in verse 22, he addressesparticular sins that are to be put off. The first sin he deals with islying—put away lying. The second area he addresses is anger, which we havetalked about over the last couple of days. Today, we come to verse 28: “Lethim who stole steal no longer, but rather let him labor, working with his handswhat is good, that he may have something to give to him who has need.” (Ephesians4:28) Thisis an important exhortation. One of the Ten Commandments is “You shall notsteal.” Paul is reiterating a command that goes all the way back to the OldTestament. Now why would a person steal? To steal means to take property orpossessions that do not belong to you but belong to someone else. When God gavethis commandment, He established the principle of private ownership ofproperty. That is a very important principle—even in our own day especiallywhen socialism is taking a strong foothold in our country. Aperson has the right to turn his strength and labor into gain, to keep thatgain, and to use it as he sees fit. God gave specific laws in the Old Testamentto protect property, and these biblical principles became foundational to ourlaws, our Constitution, and even our local laws today. In Deuteronomy chapter8, God makes it very clear that it is He who gives us the power to get wealth.The chapter begins with the promise of blessings it the people of Israel keep God'scommandments. Then in verse 8, God gives a warning to the Israelites on theverge of going into the Promise Land.  “Bewarethat you do not forget the Lord your God by not keeping His commandments.” Oneof those commandments, of course, is “Do not steal.” Godgoes on to say in verses 16-18, that when you come into blessing—when youinherit land, enjoy prosperity, and have abundance—you may be tempted to say inyour heart, “My power and the might of my hand have gained me this wealth.” Butthen He reminds us: “You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He whogives you power to get wealth.” If you have anything worth having, it isbecause God gave you the strength and ability to obtain it. Paul'sadmonition to the believers in Ephesus is clear. “Let him who stole steal nolonger.” The culture and that world of that day was such that stealing was almostaccepted as a common thing. We seem to have the same problem today in America withshoplifting and stealing to the extent even of the government stealing hardearned money from taxpayers and giving it to those who refuse to work for it.  Aswe discussed with lying and anger, we must remember the influence of the devil.Jesus said in John 10:10, “The thief comes only to steal, and to kill, andto destroy.” The first thing listed here is steal. Satan is the thief, who lies,steals, kills and destroys. He is a murderer from the beginning. We tied thattruth into the subject of anger. When a person harbors anger and bitterness,they are opening the door to the enemy's work. Infact, when you look through Scripture, you see that even one of Jesus'disciples was a thief—Judas. Eve became a thief when she was tempted by Satanand took what God had forbidden her to take. Adam followed and also became athief when he ate from the tree and was cast out of Paradise. And then therewas the thief on the cross, hanging next to the Last Adam, Jesus—yet he becamea believer when he repented and Jesus said to him, “Today you will be with Mein paradise.” Jesus took a thief and made him a new person. That is the heartof this passage: “Let him who stole steal no longer.” There istransformation in Christ.

I. What did every Christian used to be before God saved them? We were dead, disobedient, dominated and doomed. vv1-3. II. What did God do for every believer? He made us alive, vv4-5. III. How did God make us alive? He made us alive together with Christ.  

Listen to My Message from Sunday, December 14 God's Redemption Design: More Than a Personal Savior Part Two of Designed for Destiny TRANSCRIPT: Greetings, and welcome to another Firm Foundation Inspiration Minute. As a matter of fact, this is talk #200! Praise God! We began this series in January of 2022. I thank God for His grace that empowers me to bring you these inspirational talks. I trust you've been blessed and encouraged by them. Our topic today is “The Last Adam Solved Our Problem.” Reading from 1 Corinthians 15:45, “And so it is written, the first man Adam became a living being. The last Adam became a life-giving Spirit.” The problem we had was the disobedience of Adam in the Garden of Eden. He and his wife did not follow God's instruction. When they disobeyed God, death entered the world. There was first a spiritual death, and then humanity succumbed to physical death. They were not designed to die physically, but sin always brings death—both spiritually and physically. However, this did not take God by surprise. In that same moment, God made a promise that the seed of the woman would crush the head of the serpent, which is a type of the devil. Jesus destroyed the works of the devil.  While neither Adam, nor Eve, nor the serpent understood what God said at the time, we know in hindsight that this Seed was preserved all the way to the coming of Jesus through the Virgin Mary. Romans 5:15 reads: “For if by one man's offense death reigned through the one, much more those who receive abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One.” Jesus, the Last Adam, became a life-giving Spirit. This text explains that by one man's offense, Adam's, death reigned through that one sinful seed. The Scripture goes on to say that those of us who receive the abundance of grace and the gift of righteousness will reign in life through the One, Jesus Christ. Through Jesus, we live in the gift of righteousness, and we reign in life over sin, Satan, and defeat. Amen! So the Last Adam, Jesus, solved our problem. Rejoice in that! God bless. Have a great day, and be encouraged.

Sermon on John 5:39 explaining how Old Testament scriptures point to Jesus through typologies like Adam (the Last Adam), the Passover Lamb, Moses and Jonah; calls believers to focus on Christ, love enemies, renew their minds, and embrace the gospel. Recorded at RCCG Salvation Center.

Sunday, December 7th 2025

This sermon was preached on December 7, 2025 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Dr. Joseph A. Pipa, Jr. preached this sermon entitled "The Last Adam" on Romans 5:15-17. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠info@antiochpca.com.

This sermon was preached on December 7, 2025 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Dr. Joseph A. Pipa, Jr. preached this sermon entitled "The Last Adam" on Romans 5:15-17. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠info@antiochpca.com.

"There is one fate for all," Solomon lamented. But what about after that? God's sentence on the children of Adam and Eve stands: "You shall surely die." But when the Last Adam, Jesus, went through death, He changed everything. Today we'll visit the tomb of Lazarus to see not only the Lord's power over death, but His compassion for people, and His anger toward sin and its consequences. Here's Jim with the sermon, What Makes God Cry? Listen to Right Start Radio every Monday through Friday on WCVX 1160AM (Cincinnati, OH) at 9:30am, WHKC 91.5FM (Columbus, OH) at 5:00pm, WRFD 880AM (Columbus, OH) at 9:00am. Right Start can also be heard on One Christian Radio 107.7FM & 87.6FM in New Plymouth, New Zealand. You can purchase a copy of this message, unsegmented for broadcasting and in its entirety, for $7 on a single CD by calling +1 (800) 984-2313, and of course you can always listen online or download the message for free. RS10272025_0.mp3Scripture References: John 11:35

Send us a textStart with the biggest question on your mind late at night: not how life works, but why you have life at all. From the Areopagus in Athens to our own cultural crosswinds, we follow Paul's bold claim that God made the world, made humanity, and made every nation from one man—then pressed that truth into the deepest layers of identity, sin, and hope. The thread is simple and disruptive: if Adam is real, the gospel's architecture holds together with clarity; if Adam is only a metaphor, the logic of sin, death, and redemption frays at the edges.We explore why a literal Adam and Eve matter for more than debates—they guard human dignity, expose the ugly history of racial “progress” narratives, and align with what genetics actually shows about our shared family. Along the way, we look at the rise of theistic evolution inside the church and the quiet habit of weighing Scripture in the scales of “nature,” instead of reading nature in the light of Scripture. Not to dismiss scientific insight—science explains how matter behaves—but to admit its limits: it cannot tell us why the universe exists, why love binds conscience, or why death feels so wrong. Purpose comes from a voice, not a lab report.We also sit with Paul's second claim: God sets the seasons and boundaries of nations. That truth rescues us from panic and from the illusion that we must save history, while calling us back to our true work—witness, neighbor-love, and trust. And because God is near, not far, seekers who grope in the dark can finally find what reason alone cannot name. One race, united in sin by the first man; one hope, offered by the Last Adam, who creates a redeemed people from every language and land.If this conversation sharpened your thinking or encouraged your faith, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review so others can find it. Your voice helps keep thoughtful, gospel-centered conversations in the spotlight.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

Send us a textStart with the biggest question on your mind late at night: not how life works, but why you have life at all. From the Areopagus in Athens to our own cultural crosswinds, we follow Paul's bold claim that God made the world, made humanity, and made every nation from one man—then pressed that truth into the deepest layers of identity, sin, and hope. The thread is simple and disruptive: if Adam is real, the gospel's architecture holds together with clarity; if Adam is only a metaphor, the logic of sin, death, and redemption frays at the edges.We explore why a literal Adam and Eve matter for more than debates—they guard human dignity, expose the ugly history of racial “progress” narratives, and align with what genetics actually shows about our shared family. Along the way, we look at the rise of theistic evolution inside the church and the quiet habit of weighing Scripture in the scales of “nature,” instead of reading nature in the light of Scripture. Not to dismiss scientific insight—science explains how matter behaves—but to admit its limits: it cannot tell us why the universe exists, why love binds conscience, or why death feels so wrong. Purpose comes from a voice, not a lab report.We also sit with Paul's second claim: God sets the seasons and boundaries of nations. That truth rescues us from panic and from the illusion that we must save history, while calling us back to our true work—witness, neighbor-love, and trust. And because God is near, not far, seekers who grope in the dark can finally find what reason alone cannot name. One race, united in sin by the first man; one hope, offered by the Last Adam, who creates a redeemed people from every language and land.If this conversation sharpened your thinking or encouraged your faith, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review so others can find it. Your voice helps keep thoughtful, gospel-centered conversations in the spotlight.Support the showStephen's latest book, The Disciples Prayer, is available now. https://www.wisdomonline.org/store/view/the-disciples-prayer-hardback

In this class, we focus on the person and work of Jesus Christ, emphasizing His dual nature as fully God and fully man, known as the Hypostatic Union. We explore the necessity of Jesus as the Kinsman Redeemer and the Last Adam to pay the debt for humanity's sin, highlighting that salvation is ultimately achieved through His perfect works rather than human merit. We review biblical prophecies concerning His heritage, birth, ministry, and ultimate death, presenting the Incarnation (God becoming flesh) and subsequent crucifixion as the pivotal events for fulfilling the biblical covenants and enacting the New Covenant. Finally, we contrast Jesus' joyful, authentic life with legalism and self-righteousness, and are encouraged to reflect His character and understand the profound, transformative nature of His sacrifice.

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In this episode, Amb. Elisha unpacks the true meaning of Genesis 1:26 — what it means to be made in God's image and how to walk in the dominion God gave you.   Through personal stories, Bible examples, and a powerful wristwatch illustration, Amb. Elisha shows why the Bible is your manual for life and how Jesus restores your original design as the Last Adam.   You'll learn:   • What “dominion” really means in Genesis 1:26   • How to handle challenges without losing faith   • Why knowledge must be applied to bring transformation   • The danger of ignorance and demonic influence   • How to reclaim your authority as a citizen of heaven     Takeaway: You were created to influence, rule, and live in God's image. It's time to apply the manual and walk in your dominion.   Send Amb. Elisha a message: https://substack.com/chat/3302668?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android ... Want to be a guest on WITneSSes? Send Elisha Arowojobe a message on #PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/ambelisha     Elevate your business with Anastasia's expert consulting. Use code Elisha3 for an exclusive offer and transform your business today! https://resurrectionmentor.wixsite.com/so/42PDEPEB8?languageTag=en   Feel like something's missing? Start Living the Magical Life today. Buy Now: https://a.co/d/4sHrFx2     Amb. Elisha just published a transformational workbook, buy now: https://ambelisha.gumroad.com/l/Llaenlap  

Jesus came as the last Adam.  He didn't come to make you a better Adam; Jesus came to make you a Christ person.  Jesus came to finish off the Adamic race and start a new race of people! It sounds radical doesn't it?  It certainly does, but it's also exactly what Jesus did.  It was a radical plan that would produce a radical Gospel.  Find out more in this special 100th episode of The Supernatural Life Podcast with Chad Gonzales.   Want to watch Chad's video teachings?  Check out our youtube channel! Did you know Chad has a brand new book?  Get your copy of The Last Adam on Amazon! 

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Pastor Wyatt Brown Listen Watch

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Messiah vs. The Father of Lies – Matthew 4:1–11

In this teaching, we dive into the epic showdown between Jesus and Satan in the wilderness—and why it matters for YOU today!   ✡️ Jesus as Israel's Representative – For 40 years, Israel failed in the wilderness. But in 40 days, Jesus perfectly obeyed the Father, proving He is the faithful Servant who will one day restore Israel.  

Maundy Thursday—Jesus' Last Supper and His new command to “love one another.” _____________ Learn more about how ADF helps the Church be the Church at adflegal.org.