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This message is from the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace / SO4G 2026 Midweek - Wednesday Sermon/Lesson Series from the Sermon Audio Broadcast Series. This message was delivered by Brother, David Bentley at the Calvary Baptist Church (SBC) in Betsy Layne, Kentucky. The title of this message was 'Gideon - the Sixth Judge', the main text was taken from the book of Judges 6 - 8, as well as several other Scripture verses.

God declares sinners righteous by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. In this episode, Dave Jenkins explains the biblical doctrine of justification, the righteousness of Christ counted to believers, and the distinction between justification and sanctification. Working through Romans, Galatians, Ephesians, and James, Dave shows why good works are the fruit of saving faith and never the basis of our acceptance before God. Learn how sola fide protects the gospel, strengthens Christian assurance, and encourages a life of grateful obedience. For more from Contending for the Word, please visit: https://servantsofgrace.org/contending-for-the-word-podcast/

This sermon examines the biblical foundation of marriage by contrasting the lack of family emphasis in the Old Testament with the specific instructions found in Genesis and Ephesians. It highlights the necessity of leaving one's parents to become one flesh with a spouse, using the creation narrative to illustrate that a suitable helper must share the same spiritual nature. The teaching positions marital unity as a critical bridge between being filled with the Holy Spirit and standing against the devil, arguing that spiritual strength is built through obedience to these relational commands. The tone is instructional and convicting, urging believers to prioritize their marriage partners over parental ties to avoid the spiritual and relational failures seen in biblical history.

Will you obey God? Great question. How do I know what God requires of me? The moral law clearly establishes it. Where is the moral law summarized? In the 10 Commandments. Join us as we work through them.

How is the one true God to be worshiped? According to His Word! Let's explore the Second Commandment together, using the Heidelberg Catechism Question #96.

This sermon explores the command in 1 Peter 5:5 for all believers to be clothed with humility, defining it not as a personality trait but as a deliberate grace worked by the Holy Spirit. The central message contrasts the divine opposition to pride with God's generous provision of grace to the humble, using the example of Christ washing the disciples' feet to illustrate true greatness found in service. The exposition identifies three realities that dismantle pride: recognizing oneself as a creature, a sinner, and a recipient of grace, thereby shifting the focus from self-importance to the glory of God. The tone is pastoral and convicting, urging listeners to examine their motives in service and relationships, and to view lowly positions as fertile ground for spiritual growth. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a daily, practical application of humility through self-forgetful obedience and a growing sight of Jesus Christ.

Daniel 1:1–13, 18–21 Daniel's experience in Babylon demonstrates the importance of establishing godly convictions before facing the pressure to compromise. Taken captive from Judah and placed in the service of a foreign king, Daniel encountered a culture that threatened to reshape his identity and allegiance. Yet Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself. His decision illustrates that faithfulness begins with an inward commitment to obey God. When confronted with a difficult situation, Daniel responded with wisdom and respect while remaining steadfast in his convictions. The account continues with a test that demonstrated Daniel and his companions' faithfulness and God's favor upon them. When they appeared before the king, they were found superior in wisdom and understanding. This passage challenges believers to consider whether their professed faith governs their choices when obedience becomes difficult. Daniel's example reminds us that convictions should be established before the moment of testing arrives. Central Truth: A faith that governs our lives must be more than a profession; it must direct our decisions when circumstances pressure us to compromise. Practical Application: Determine in your heart to obey God before facing temptation. Stand firm in biblical convictions, exercise wisdom in your responses, and trust God with the outcome.

This sermon explores the promise of the Holy Spirit as the 'Comforter' who abides with believers forever, addressing the disciples' need for aid in the face of Jesus' impending departure. It identifies the Spirit as the Helper and Spirit of Truth, emphasizing His permanence and indwelling presence which contrasts with the temporary physical presence of Christ. The message highlights that the world cannot receive the Spirit because it is spiritually blind, whereas believers know Him through His internal dwelling. It further explains that the Spirit provides assurance of salvation and the power for resurrection, while also enabling a deep fellowship with God through loving obedience and submission to His commands. The sermon concludes by challenging believers to examine their daily submission to the Spirit to experience the fullness of this divine abode.

This sermon explores the pastoral letter Jeremiah sends to the exiles in Babylon, emphasizing that their displacement is the sovereign hand of God rather than mere historical accident. The central instruction is to settle into their circumstances by building homes, planting gardens, and seeking the welfare of the Babylonian city, thereby rejecting rebellion and embracing a life of obedience in a hostile culture. The text warns against false prophets who promise immediate return, urging believers to test spirits and rely on God's true word rather than charismatic lies. By connecting this exilic experience to the New Testament concept of Christians as sojourners, the message highlights the call to live as a new creation people who bring peace and hope to the world around them. Ultimately, the sermon encourages trust in God's appointed timeline, affirming that His promises are sure and that waiting upon Him in faithfulness leads to a future filled with divine purpose and restoration.

This sermon explores the theological purpose of God's eternal election as presented in Ephesians 1:3-6, arguing that believers were chosen for holiness, adoption, and the praise of God's glory. The message clarifies that salvation is not merely about forgiveness but involves a transformative process where grace produces obedience, countering both legalism and antinomianism. It emphasizes the familial reality of adoption, urging believers to approach God with the confidence of children rather than the fear of outsiders, while grounding their identity in Christ's work rather than fluctuating emotions. The sermon concludes by directing the ultimate end of election toward the worship of God, warning against pride or speculation and encouraging a humble, awe-filled response to the sovereign grace that chose the elect before the foundation of the world.

God is faithful. But will we answer His calling with faithful obedience? Pastor Ed Decker preaches from 1 Thessalonians 5 and 1 Corinthians 3, reminding believers that God keeps His promises, while we are called to serve faithfully and leave the increase to Him. A King James Bible message from Arnold Baptist Tabernacle. FULL DESCRIPTION (paste into YouTube/SermonAudio/Rumble as appropriate) God is faithful. Will you be? In 1 Thessalonians 5:24, the Bible declares, "Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it." Join Pastor Ed Decker at Arnold Baptist Tabernacle for a message about the faithfulness of God and the believer's responsibility to answer His calling. In 1 Thessalonians 5, Paul urges Christians to remain watchful, pray without ceasing, give thanks, and hold fast to what is good. The message also draws on 1 Corinthians 3, where Paul reminds us, "I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase." Our calling is to serve faithfully. The results belong to God. The challenge: Attempt great things for God. Expect great things from God. Accept God's results.

Jesus tells of a great supper whose invited guests put land, work, and home ahead of the host's call. Luke 14:15-24 exposes the danger of answering God's gracious invitation with ordinary excuses, even when those answers sound polite and reasonable. The prepared supper points us toward the generosity of grace, while the widening invitation reminds us that need and shame do not place a sinner beyond the Saviour's welcome. The message calls us to trust Christ now and carry the gospel earnestly to others. Scripture References: Luke 14:15-24 Ephesians 2:8-9

Jesus taught that marriage is a God-joined union of one man and one woman for life that nobody should separate, divorce is permitted in the case of sexual immorality and some believers are called to singleness for the sake of God's kingdom.