Episodes
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The Reformation Line To Us -Part 1
This podcast traces the historical lineage of the Protestant Reformation, moving from Martin Luther's discovery of justification by faith in Wittenberg to Ulrich Zwingli's emphasis on Scripture in Zurich, and finally to the Anabaptist movement that recovered believers' baptism and the autonomous...
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Nehemiah's Prayer: What Are We Missing?
A devotional presents Nehemiah's prayer as a lesson in overcoming discouragement. But is that what Nehemiah 1 is actually teaching? We examine the devotional alongside the biblical text, exploring its historical context, Israel's covenant relationship with God, and the promises behind Nehemiah's...
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Christ Preserves His Church in Every Generation
The church endures because its Savior is faithful. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins reflects on Isaiah 40:8 and Matthew 16:18 to explain why Christians can stand firm in every generation. Concluding this month's church history focus, Dave highlights God's unchanging...
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“Miffed at Mercy?!?” – FBC Morning Light (10/30/2026)
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Jonah 3-4 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
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The Armor of God
This sermon explores the spiritual armor described in Ephesians 6, emphasizing that believers are called to stand firm against demonic forces rather than run from them. The teaching distinguishes between God's loving conviction and Satan's hateful accusations, urging Christians to rely on the...
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Food for the Lambs, 385
Encouragement to trust God. Be ready to go to be with the Lord at any time. Christ the Divider. Bear fruit or be cut down. Repent or perish.
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Episode 210 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Application 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2
Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 210 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Application 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2 #morningreflections #evangelism #discipleship #churchplanting #missions
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We Preach Christ Crucified
The sermon explores the Baptist perspective on the Reformation through the lens of C.H. Spurgeon, emphasizing that while reformers like Martin Luther and John Calvin were flawed men, they were faithful servants of God who upheld the truth of Scripture. The speaker argues that Baptists should…
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Valley of Baca (Remastered)
Repentance prepares the highway for people to come into the presence of the Lord. They need substance and direction for life; not only repentance, but regeneration. From where does such a thing come? In this sermon on Psalm 84:5–7 titled "The Valley of Bacca," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones looks at…
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The Supremacy of God's Word
Title: The Supremacy of God's Word Speaker: Creston Thomas Series: 2026 Reformation Reflections Date: October 30, 2026 Bible: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 This sermon explores the theological principle of Sola Scriptura by examining 2 Timothy 3:14-17, emphasizing that God's Word is supreme over human...
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The Importance of Biblical Inerancy
Session 1
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John Bunyan and His Bible
Session 2
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Learning from Church History Without Romanticizing the Past
Christians can treasure church history without treating any generation as a perfect Christian age. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how to receive the wisdom of previous generations, learn from their failures, and test everything by Scripture. For more from...
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Grieving with Hope After Loss and False Teaching
Dawn Hill is joined by Dave Jenkins to discuss grieving with hope after personal loss and leaving false teaching. They consider the sorrow of losing loved ones, the loss of relationships and trust after leaving the New Apostolic Reformation, and the comfort found in Christ. Turning to Scripture,...
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Biblical Holiness in a World That Rejects It
Christians pursue holiness because they belong to Jesus Christ. In this episode of Anchored in the Word, Dave Jenkins examines 1 Peter 1:13–16 and explains how God's holy character shapes the believer's conduct. Learn the relationship between justification and sanctification, why holiness differs...
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“Out of the Belly” – FBC Morning Light (10/29/2026)
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Jonah 2 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
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Matthew 6.19-34 - Sermon on the Mount - Part 7
This sermon explores four key questions from the Sermon on the Mount regarding how believers should manage their resources, perspective, allegiance, and anxiety. The speaker argues that while prudent saving is necessary, Christians must avoid hoarding wealth to the exclusion of compassion…
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Loose Him and Let Him Go
And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth. And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go. Then many of the Jews which came to Mary, and had…
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How Then Shall We Live?
This sermon explores the practical implications of Christ's return by examining 2 Peter 3, 1 Thessalonians 5, and Titus 2. It argues that the certainty of the Second Coming should not lead to passivity or anxiety, but to a life of holy conduct, sober watchfulness, and mutual encouragement. The...
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Episode 209 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Marvel 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2
Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 209 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Marvel 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2 #morningreflections #evangelism #discipleship #churchplanting #missions
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Be Ye Also Ready
Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. (Matthew 24:44) ~~~~ Evening Harvest Thanksgiving Service. ~~~~ **Sermon Summary:** The sermon centers on the imperative for believers to maintain spiritual readiness for the imminent and unpredictable return…
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Wait Silently for God
This sermon explores the spiritual discipline of waiting silently for God, drawing from Psalm 62 and the historical context of David's flight from his son Absalom. The central message encourages believers to prioritize God as the sole object of their desire and trust, rather than placing hope in...
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This is one of the most foolish of all lies!
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Joy & Happiness
This sermon emphasizes the Christian mandate to maintain a consistent attitude of joy and gratitude, regardless of external circumstances. It argues that rejoicing is a deliberate choice rooted in the assurance of salvation, the forgiveness of sins, and the answered prayers of God. By citing the...
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Biblical Mindfulness
The sermon explores the concept of biblical mindfulness through the lens of Paul's desire to know Christ more deeply, arguing that spiritual maturity requires consistent adherence to foundational truths rather than a pursuit of novelty. It emphasizes that the same grace, Scripture, and spiritual...
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Psalm 8:1-4 How Majestic Is Your Name
This sermon explores Psalm 8 as a foundational text for correcting human perspective through the lens of divine revelation. The teaching distinguishes between general revelation, seen in the vastness of the night sky and creation, and special revelation, found in the person of Christ, arguing…
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“Running from God???” – FBC Morning Light (10/28/2026)
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Jonah 1 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
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The Significance of God's Promises To The Elect !
The Significance of God's Promises To The Elect !
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The Reformation - Then and Now
WATCH ON YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/P5FS2PtG8gQ This presentation explores the life and theological convictions of Martin Luther, framing the Protestant Reformation as a pivotal moment where faith met historical necessity. It traces Luther's journey from a anxious monk seeking salvation through...
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How the Holy Spirit Communicates
The sermon explores the multifaceted role of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, emphasizing the necessity of staying spiritually attuned to His voice. It distinguishes the Holy Spirit's authentic communication, described as an unction or pressure, from the confusion caused by unclean...
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Episode 208 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Method 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2
Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 208 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Method 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2 #morningreflections #evangelism #discipleship #churchplanting #missions
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Fear Not
The sermon explores Zephaniah 3:16-17, contrasting the impending judgment of the Day of the Lord with the profound comfort and joy God extends to His people. It identifies Zion as a typological picture of the church, emphasizing that God's love is not merely a distant concept but an intimate,...
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The Sounding of the Seventh Trumpet
This sermon explores the theological significance of the seventh trumpet sounding in Revelation, marking the transition to the final phase of God's judgment and the establishment of His eternal kingdom. The message highlights three distinct scenes in heaven: the rejoicing of the elders who…
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The Indwelling Spirit
This sermon explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that He is the third person of the Trinity who dwells within every believer at the moment of salvation. The teaching highlights the theological shift from the Old Testament, where the Spirit came upon individuals…
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The Fulfillment of Christ's Words
This sermon examines the conclusion of the Book of Acts, highlighting how God's sovereign providence guides the Apostle Paul to Rome despite trials and shipwrecks. It emphasizes that while Paul is physically bound, the gospel remains unhindered, fulfilling the promise in Acts 1:8 that the witness...
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Overcoming Half-Hearted Praise
We learn how to overcome half-hearted praise and service
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Healthy Churches Are Evangelistic
This sermon examines a distinctive of healthy churches as being evangelistic, grounded in the example of the early church in Acts 5. It clarifies common misunderstandings of evangelism and defines it simply as the proclamation of the plain gospel message. The preacher emphasizes that evangelism…
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Habakkuk's Dialogue
This sermon explores the book of Habakkuk as a model for honest and bold prayer, highlighting the prophet's dialogue with God regarding the prevalence of wickedness and the apparent delay in divine judgment. The central message encourages believers to bring their struggles and doubts directly to...
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Building on Holy Faith
This sermon shifts focus from warning against false teachers to encouraging believers to anchor themselves in the authentic truth of the apostolic faith. The central message urges the church to distinguish between counterfeit teachings and the genuine revelation given by the apostles of Jesus...
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The Israel of God XXIII
This sermon examines the geographical specificity of God's land promise to Abraham, tracing its fulfillment through the conquest of Canaan as described in Joshua. It addresses the theological tension between the declaration of complete fulfillment in Joshua 21 and the ongoing presence of...
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The Hard NOT of Being Scared
This sermon addresses the pervasive nature of fear in the modern world, contrasting it with the biblical command to trust in God. The central message, drawn from Isaiah 41:10, asserts that fear is not an option for believers because God provides a command to conquer, a companion to comfort, and a...
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Weapons to Tools: Handling Our Emotions God's Way
The session explores the biblical mandate to manage emotions through sober-mindedness, contrasting the cultural tendency to let feelings dictate actions with the Christian call to respond based on God's truth. It argues that while emotions are part of God's image and necessary for communication,...
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The Yoke of Yes: The Heavy Burden of People-Pleasing
Are you exhausted from trying to keep everyone happy? People-pleasing can leave us overwhelmed, overcommitted, and fearful of disappointing others. In this episode, we explore what Jesus teaches about true rest in Matthew 11:28–30 and how biblical counselling helps us apply God's Word to everyday...
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Biblical Courage When Faithfulness Becomes Costly
Remaining faithful to Christ can cost us approval, comfort, friendships, and opportunities. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins draws lessons from the Protestant Reformation to explain biblical courage and a conscience governed by Scripture. Working through Acts 5:29…
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“Offering Sacrifices” – FBC Morning Light (10/27/2026)
A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hebrews 13 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360
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Episode 207 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Message 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2
Anchored in the Word Morning Reflection: Season 5 Episode 207 The Glorious Weight of Ministry: Message 2 Corinthians 5:17-6:2 #morningreflections #evangelism #discipleship #churchplanting #missions
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God Preserves David
This sermon examines 1 Samuel 30 to illustrate how God preserves His people through the four stages of restlessness, reception, restoration, and enrichment. It highlights David's struggle with worldly distractions and the resulting loss of his family, emphasizing that true peace is found only in...
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Philip Anthony Mitchell’s Healing Claim Examined
Justin Peters examines Philip Anthony Mitchell's report of a teenage girl being healed of deafness at the ACCESS gathering in Texas. He discusses the importance of verifying healing claims, reviews examples from faith-healing ministries, and compares those claims with the apostolic miracles...
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Learning from Church History to Stand Firm Today
Church history helps Christians gain perspective, recognize recurring theological errors, and persevere in biblical faithfulness. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins draws together lessons from previous generations to encourage believers to stand firmly on Scripture....
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