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The Daily Platform

Bob Jones University

July 18, 2025

2080. The Matter of Evangelism

The church's mission and mandate are rooted in the authority of heaven, reflecting the authority of God in the world. The church's primary purpose is evangelism, presenting the good news of Jesus Christ to a world that desperately needs it. Without the gospel, the church offers no hope to a casualty-creating world marked by the exclusion of God, elimination of truth, elevation of man, excusing of sin, and endorsement of a culture of death. [... more]

The Daily Platform

Bob Jones University

July 17, 2025

2079. The Matter of Preaching

The importance of expository preaching in understanding and applying God's truth to one's life is emphasized, as well as the need to approach church membership with a commitment to hearing and living out the word of God. [... more]

The Daily Platform

Bob Jones University

July 16, 2025

2078. Sound Doctrine; The Church’s Firm Foundation

The importance of sound doctrine in the local church is emphasized, with a focus on the role of doctrine in shaping the life of the church and the responsibility of believers to seek and join churches that take doctrine seriously. [... more]

The Daily Platform

Bob Jones University

July 15, 2025

2077. What Does this Church Believe?

Choosing a church is a crucial decision that requires careful consideration of its doctrine and beliefs. A church's creed and affirmations are essential in understanding its stance on the Christian faith, and it's vital to evaluate these before making a decision. Dr. Sam Horn emphasizes the importance of reading and understanding a church's doctrinal statement, and making sure personal beliefs align with the church's teachings. [... more]

The Daily Platform

Bob Jones University

July 14, 2025

2076. Why is Choosing a Church Important

The local church is indispensable to the spiritual growth and health of every genuine Christian. Choosing a church is a crucial decision that requires good counsel, and students at Bob Jones University are required to choose and faithfully attend a local church in the greater Greenville area. The university teaches a basic philosophy of ministry and worship to guide students in their choices, emphasizing the importance of biblical principles and accountability to God. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

July 04, 2025

What Makes Us Different? Part 2

Christians are called to live lives that are distinct from the world, promising fidelity, purity, and resisting cultural norms. The Bible emphasizes the importance of monogamy, condemning polygamy, and outlining the ordinances of baptism and communion as essential practices for believers. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

July 03, 2025

What Makes Us Different? Part 1

The church is a community of believers who promise to prioritize the gospel and the call of Christ, pursuing holiness and spiritual growth through disciplines like prayer, Bible study, and worship. Believers promise to practice sexual purity and fidelity in marriage, and to stand out from the world by living according to biblical standards. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

July 02, 2025

Who Has the Final Word? Part 2

As Christians, we are called to live under the authority of God's Word, embracing holy obligations and promises to one another. We must avoid sinful habits and entanglements, and instead pursue a life of purity and holy living, aligning our lives with the light of God's Word. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

July 01, 2025

Who Has the Final Word? Part 1

The local church is a body of believers with holy obligations, privileges, and responsibilities to one another. A church covenant outlines the promises and commitments members make to each other, emphasizing the importance of submitting to the authority of Scripture and living in accordance with God's word. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

June 24, 2025

Why We Belong Part 2

The church is a living body of which we are co-owners, not just a club where we pay dues and show up occasionally. We belong to the church because we've exchanged observing for owning, and because everybody's watching, including the angelic hosts. Jesus Christ is not finished building his church, and neither are we. [... more]

Wisdom for the Heart

Dr. Stephen Davey

June 23, 2025

Why We Belong Part 1

Belonging to a local church is essential for Christians as it enables them to resist pride, radical individualism, and consumer mentality by submitting and belonging to a spiritual family. The church is a body of believers that has set aside qualified elders and deacons, defines a doctrinal and ethical standard, and develops structure and method to disciple and discipline its members. [... more]

Him We Proclaim

Dr. John Fonville

February 19, 2025

Best of 2020s - How baptism is a "sign of initiation" into the Christian life

Baptism is a sacrament of initiation into the visible covenant community of the church, signifying and sealing a person's union with Christ and his church. It is a public act of being joined visibly to Christ and his church, and is a reminder of the paramount truths of the gospel. Baptism plays a central role in a person's life as a disciple, and its significance should be recovered and emphasized in the church. [... more]

Union Grove Baptist Church

Pastor Josh Evans

February 13, 2025

I am a church member // We give together // II Corinthians 9:6-15 // Pastor Josh Evans

The Bible teaches that giving is a direct response to one's Christian experience, and that a cheerful giver is someone who gives with a happy heart, not out of necessity or reluctance. The scripture emphasizes the importance of giving as a way to worship God and to be generous, not just for the recipient, but for the giver's own benefit, leading to a life of peace, contentment, and satisfaction. [... more]

Union Grove Baptist Church

Pastor Josh Evans

February 06, 2025

I am a church member // We serve together // Ephesians 4:1-12 // Pastor Josh Evans

Growing up spiritually is essential for being connected to the mission of the local church, and it requires humility, patience, and unity. The purpose of salvation is not just to avoid hell, but to fill us with God's presence, and to use us for his work. The gifts of the Holy Spirit are given to every believer, and they are meant to be used to build up the body of Christ and to perfect and mature the saints. [... more]

Union Grove Baptist Church

Pastor Josh Evans

January 22, 2025

I am a church member // We grow together // Acts 2:42-47 // Pastor Josh Evans

The early church's mission and vision are rooted in the Holy Spirit's indwelling, leading to a desire for Bible teaching, community, generosity, and evangelism. The church's growth and success are measured by its ability to reach and disciple people, with a focus on supernatural power and unity in the mission. [... more]

Union Grove Baptist Church

Pastor Josh Evans

January 21, 2025

I am a church member // Does my church attendance matter // Acts 2:42-47 // Pastor Josh Evans

The importance of being part of the family of God, experiencing access to God through relationships, and being a Jesus carrier to others. The church is a place where people can come together to worship, learn, and grow in their faith, and where they can experience the power of the gospel in their lives. [... more]

Anchored In Truth

Jeff Noblit

December 01, 2024

Our Christian Fellowship, p.2

Christian fellowship is a command, not a suggestion, and involves intentional effort to stimulate one another to love and good deeds. This is a work that requires time, energy, and patience, and is motivated by the love of God and the purpose of God being glorified through the ministry of the church. The primary goal of fellowship is to build a loving, maturing fellowship that exemplifies God's wisdom, power, and glory, and to be imitators of Christ, who loved his Father, his Father's will, and his Father's children. [... more]

The Daily Platform

Bob Jones University

July 23, 2024

1822. The Believer's Relationship to the Local Church

The importance of being committed to a biblically faithful local church is emphasized, with the New Testament presenting the Christian life as happening in a corporate context. The relationship between church life and personal sanctification is highlighted, with the Bible showing that true believers will be visibly connected to an assembly and that church membership is essential for spiritual growth and accountability. [... more]

Matt Slick Live!

Matt Slick

July 20, 2024

Matt Slick Live

The discussion revolves around near death experiences, with callers sharing their personal stories and Matt Slick providing biblical insights. The conversation also touches on covenantalism versus dispensationalism, the nature of the spiritual realm, and the concept of church membership. Matt Slick emphasizes the importance of judging all experiences by scripture and encourages critical thinking when evaluating supernatural claims. [... more]

Matt Slick Live!

Matt Slick

July 18, 2024

Matt Slick Live

Matt Slick discusses various near death experiences and their interpretations through a biblical lens, examining the possibility of spiritual realms and the importance of judging experiences by scripture. [... more]