Contending for the Word Q&A

By Dave Jenkins

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Contending for the Word Q&A is a biblical theology and discernment podcast from Servants of Grace, where we answer your questions from the truth of God’s Word. Each short episode provides clear, Scripture-rooted answers to help Christians grow in discernment, understand essential doctrines, and apply biblical truth to everyday life. Whether the topic involves theology, Christian living, church life, or cultural issues, every response is grounded in the sufficiency and authority of Scripture. For more biblical resources, visit servantsofgrace.org.

Episode Date
Sound Doctrine Shapes the Christian Life
Sep 30, 2026
God’s Faithfulness from Salvation to Glory
Sep 29, 2026
Persevering to the End by God’s Grace
Sep 28, 2026
Living Today in Light of Eternity
Sep 27, 2026
Christian Hope Is Grounded in God’s Promises
Sep 26, 2026
Life After Death and the Christian’s Hope
Sep 25, 2026
Glorification and the Completion of Salvation
Sep 24, 2026
Growing in the Grace and Knowledge of Jesus Christ
Sep 23, 2026
The Daily Practice of Repentance
Sep 22, 2026
The Christian’s Ongoing Battle with Sin
Sep 21, 2026
The Holy Spirit’s Work in Sanctification
Sep 20, 2026
Genuine Repentance After Occult Involvement
Sep 19, 2026
Sanctification: God’s Ongoing Work of Making Us Like Christ
Sep 18, 2026
Saved by Grace Alone: God’s Work From Beginning to End
Sep 17, 2026
Justification by Faith: Declared Righteous Through Christ
Sep 16, 2026
Regeneration: God Gives New Life
Sep 15, 2026
Substitutionary Atonement: Christ in the Place of Sinners
Sep 14, 2026
The Cross of Christ: Substitution, Justice, and Redemption
Sep 13, 2026
Salvation by Grace Through Faith in Christ
Sep 12, 2026
Christ Alone at the Center of the Christian Faith
Sep 11, 2026
The Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the Hope of the Gospel
Sep 10, 2026
Testing Spiritual Experiences by Scripture
Sep 09, 2026
Jesus Christ: Fully God, Fully Man, Savior of Sinners
Sep 08, 2026
Why the Trinity Matters for the Christian Life
Sep 07, 2026
The Trinity: One God in Three Persons
Sep 06, 2026
Knowing God Changes Everything
Sep 05, 2026
God’s Sovereignty: Trusting God’s Perfect Rule
Sep 04, 2026
Keep Your Eyes on Christ Through Scripture
Sep 03, 2026
The Attributes of God
Sep 02, 2026
Why Theology Matters for Everyday Christians
Sep 01, 2026
Suffering, Hope, and the Faithfulness of God
Aug 31, 2026
Peace in Uncertain Times
Aug 30, 2026
Rejoicing in Suffering Through Christ
Aug 29, 2026
Scripture in Seasons of Suffering: Comfort, Endurance, and Hope
Aug 28, 2026
Keeping Your Eyes Fixed on Christ
Aug 27, 2026
Walking by Faith, Not by Sight
Aug 26, 2026
Living in Light of Eternity
Aug 25, 2026
Hope That Does Not Fail
Aug 24, 2026
Finishing Well by the Sustaining Grace of God
Aug 23, 2026
How God Uses Suffering to Shape Faith
Aug 22, 2026
Why Those Leaving the New Age Need Discipleship and the Local Church
Aug 21, 2026
Encouraging One Another in Suffering
Aug 20, 2026
Trusting God When Life Is Hard
Aug 19, 2026
Persevering in the Christian Life by Looking to Christ
Aug 18, 2026
Christ Has Already Won: Living in His Finished Victory
Aug 17, 2026
Victory in Christ: Standing Firm in His Finished Work
Aug 16, 2026
How Christians Stand Firm in Spiritual Battles
Aug 15, 2026
The Armor of God: How Christians Stand Firm in Spiritual Warfare
Aug 14, 2026
How Christ Delivers Us from Deception, Fear, and Bondage
Aug 13, 2026
Who Is Satan? Understanding the Enemy and His Schemes
Aug 12, 2026
Spiritual Warfare Is Real: How Christians Stand Firm in the Truth
Aug 11, 2026
God Is Near to the Brokenhearted: His Presence in Suffering
Aug 10, 2026
How to Pray When You’re Struggling
Aug 09, 2026
God Is Near in the Midst of Pain
Aug 08, 2026
What the Bible Says About Anxiety
Aug 07, 2026
What the Bible Says About Depression
Aug 06, 2026
Counterfeit Spiritual Experiences: How Satan Leads People Away from Christ
Aug 05, 2026
How Christians Should Respond to Suffering
Aug 04, 2026
God Is Faithful in the Fire: Trusting Him Through Suffering
Aug 03, 2026
Trials and Testing: How God Strengthens Your Faith
Aug 02, 2026
God’s Purpose in Suffering: Hope in a Fallen World
Aug 01, 2026
Living Out a Biblical Worldview
Jul 31, 2026
Standing Firm in Truth in Every Area of Life
Jul 30, 2026
Thinking Critically in a World of Competing Ideas
Jul 29, 2026
Recognizing Deception in Everyday Life
Jul 28, 2026
Media Is Shaping Your Thinking
Jul 27, 2026
Living Faithfully in the Public Square
Jul 26, 2026
The Cultural Idols Shaping Our World
Jul 25, 2026
Science and Scientism Are Not the Same
Jul 24, 2026
New Age Deception Disguised as Christianity
Jul 23, 2026
Politics and the Christian Conscience
Jul 22, 2026
Law and Justice Under God
Jul 21, 2026
Government Under God
Jul 20, 2026
Created in the Image of God
Jul 19, 2026
Made in the Image of God
Jul 18, 2026
God’s Design for Marriage and Covenant Faithfulness
Jul 17, 2026
Gender and God’s Created Design
Jul 16, 2026
When Identity Is Separated from God
Jul 15, 2026
Creation Defines Human Identity
Jul 14, 2026
Identity Begins with God
Jul 13, 2026
Truth and the Renewed Mind
Jul 12, 2026
Discerning False Views of Jesus
Jul 11, 2026
Half Truths and the Danger of Subtle Deception
Jul 10, 2026
Why Doctrine Still Matters
Jul 09, 2026
When Truth Is Rejected
Jul 08, 2026
Feelings Must Follow Truth
Jul 07, 2026
God’s Word Must Shape Our Thinking
Jul 06, 2026
Anchored in the Truth of God’s Word
Jul 05, 2026
Truth Is Not Relative
Jul 04, 2026
New Age Awakening and the Counterfeit of True Salvation
Jul 03, 2026
Every Person Has a Worldview
Jul 02, 2026
Understanding a Biblical Worldview
Jul 01, 2026
Grace and Truth: Walking Faithfully in a Confused Culture
Jun 30, 2026
The Authority of Scripture in Moral Questions
Jun 29, 2026
Faithful in Truth, Gentle in Spirit
Jun 28, 2026
Stand Firm Without Losing Compassion
Jun 27, 2026
Helping the Next Generation Understand Biblical Sexuality
Jun 26, 2026
Faithful to Christ in a Sexualized Culture
Jun 25, 2026
Truth and Love Belong Together
Jun 24, 2026
Truth Without Cruelty, Grace Without Compromise
Jun 23, 2026
Speaking Truth and Showing Compassion
Jun 22, 2026
The Grace of God Changes People
Jun 21, 2026
Truth and Grace: How Christians Should Talk About Sexual Sin
Jun 20, 2026
The Gospel Is for Every Kind of Sinner
Jun 19, 2026
The Gospel and Biblical Transformation
Jun 18, 2026
Freedom in Christ: What the Bible Really Teaches
Jun 17, 2026
Repentance, Forgiveness, and New Life
Jun 16, 2026
A Biblical Response to Same-Sex Relationships
Jun 15, 2026
Your Identity Is Found in Christ Alone
Jun 14, 2026
Compassion Without Compromise
Jun 13, 2026
Identity in Christ: Leaving Sin Behind and Following Jesus
Jun 12, 2026
Love Rejoices with the Truth
Jun 11, 2026
How Christians Fight Temptation
Jun 10, 2026
Self-Denial and Following Christ
Jun 09, 2026
Identity in Christ Alone
Jun 08, 2026
God’s Design Is Good
Jun 07, 2026
Sin Promises Freedom but Produces Bondage
Jun 06, 2026
Your Body Belongs to God
Jun 05, 2026
Marriage as God’s Design, Not Culture’s Creation
Jun 04, 2026
Why Creation Matters for Identity
Jun 03, 2026
God’s Design for Sexuality and the Hope of the Gospel
Jun 02, 2026
The Gospel, Identity, and New Life in Christ
Jun 01, 2026
Quiet Growth, Deep Roots, Lasting Fruit
May 31, 2026
Spiritual Habits That Endure
May 30, 2026
Living Worthy of the Gospel
May 29, 2026
Grace and Obedience: The Right Order of Salvation
May 28, 2026
Work and Rest: A Biblical Balance
May 27, 2026
Living Faithfully in Relationships
May 26, 2026
How Scripture Shapes Daily Decisions
May 25, 2026
Faithfulness in the Ordinary: Walking Steadily with Christ
May 24, 2026
Running the Race with Endurance by Looking to Christ
May 23, 2026
Why Ordinary Faithfulness Matters
May 22, 2026
Slow Spiritual Growth Is Still Real Growth
May 21, 2026
Faithfulness to Christ in Everyday Life
May 20, 2026
There Is No “Good” Witchcraft: A Biblical Response to White Magic
May 19, 2026
How Christians Respond to Trials: Faith, Endurance, and God’s Purpose
May 18, 2026
Thankfulness as a Way of Life
May 17, 2026
How Christians Learn Contentment in Christ
May 16, 2026
Magic, Sorcery, and the Bible’s Clear Warning
May 15, 2026
Why Gratitude Shapes the Christian Life
May 14, 2026
How Christians Deal with Anger in a Christlike Way
May 13, 2026
Biblical Self-Control: Spirit-Empowered Discipline
May 12, 2026
Growing in Humility: A Gospel-Shaped Life of Grace and Dependence
May 11, 2026
Grace-Filled Growth, Not Spiritual Grinding
May 10, 2026
Holiness Is a Gospel Issue: Grace That Transforms Lives
May 09, 2026
Holiness Without Legalism: Grace-Driven Growth in the Christian Life
May 08, 2026
The Holy Spirit Produces Real Growth Over Time (Even When It Feels Slow)
May 07, 2026
Why Willpower Fails: The Spirit and True Christian Growth
May 06, 2026
The Rise of Wicca and Witchcraft: A Biblical Response
May 05, 2026
Walking in the Spirit: Daily Dependence and Faithful Obedience
May 04, 2026
Rooted in Christ: Growing Through Ordinary Faithfulness
May 03, 2026
Spiritual Habits: Growing in Grace Through Daily Faithfulness
May 02, 2026
The Christian Life: Faith, Grace, and Ordinary Obedience
May 01, 2026
A Life Shaped by God’s Word
Apr 30, 2026
How to Read the Bible Faithfully in a Confused Culture
Apr 28, 2026
Healing Frequencies and the Authority of Scripture
Apr 28, 2026
How Scripture Applies to Everyday Life
Apr 27, 2026
Trusting God When Scripture Challenges Us
Apr 26, 2026
How to Approach Difficult and Offensive Passages in Scripture
Apr 25, 2026
Biblical Prophecy Explained: Christ-Centered and Faithful Interpretation
Apr 24, 2026
How to Read Biblical Narratives Faithfully: Not Moralism, But Christ
Apr 23, 2026
How to Read Proverbs: Wisdom Not Promises
Apr 22, 2026
Why Genealogies Matter: God’s Faithfulness in Every Generation
Apr 21, 2026
How to Understand the Parables of Jesus (Matthew 13 Explained)
Apr 20, 2026
Seeing Christ in All of Scripture: Weekend Reflection – Luke 24:25–27
Apr 19, 2026
Moralism vs the Gospel: Reading the Bible Through Christ
Apr 18, 2026
The Bible Is About Christ, Not You
Apr 17, 2026
Law and Gospel: Why the Difference Matters for the Christian Life
Apr 16, 2026
How to Read the Old Testament as a Christian
Apr 15, 2026
How All Scripture Points to Jesus Christ
Apr 14, 2026
Reading Scripture with Christ at the Center
Apr 13, 2026
God’s Word Is Clear and Trustworthy (Psalm 19:7–11)
Apr 12, 2026
Why the Meaning of the Bible Does Not Change
Apr 11, 2026
Common Bible Reading Mistakes Christians Make
Apr 10, 2026
Reading Scripture Correctly: Context, Clarity, and Obedience
Apr 09, 2026
When Scripture Confuses Us: Responding to Difficult Bible Passages
Apr 08, 2026
Scripture Interprets Scripture
Apr 07, 2026
How to Ask Better Questions When Reading Scripture
Apr 06, 2026
How to Read Scripture Right: Asking Better Questions
Apr 06, 2026
Loving God Means Loving His Word (Psalm 119)
Apr 05, 2026
Ask Better Questions When Reading the Bible
Apr 04, 2026
Why Context Matters When Reading the Bible
Apr 03, 2026
Interpreting Scripture Correctly: Handling God’s Word Faithfully
Apr 02, 2026
Reading the Bible Faithfully
Apr 01, 2026
Faithful, Wise, and Courageous: A Prayer for Discernment
Mar 31, 2026
Christ Builds His Church: Our Confidence in Uncertain Times
Mar 30, 2026
Biblical Discernment: An Act of Love
Mar 29, 2026
Biblical Discernment: Guarding Your Walk with Christ
Mar 28, 2026
Contending for the Faith: A Biblical Explanation of Jude 3
Mar 27, 2026
How Churches Guard Sound Doctrine Faithfully
Mar 26, 2026
Helping Someone Out of Deception with Truth and Compassion
Mar 25, 2026
When Someone You Love Is Deceived
Mar 24, 2026
Discernment vs. a Critical Spirit: Truth with Humility
Mar 23, 2026
Biblical Correction: Speak Truth Without Pride
Mar 22, 2026
Guarding Your Mind in an Information-Driven World
Mar 21, 2026
How Christians Resist Being Shaped by Culture
Mar 20, 2026
Syncretism: How Mixing Christianity with Culture Corrupts the Gospel
Mar 19, 2026
Icon Veneration and Salvation: A Biblical Response to Eastern Orthodoxy
Mar 18, 2026
Discerning “God Told Me” Claims: The Sufficiency and Finality of Scripture
Mar 17, 2026
Influence Is Not Faithfulness | Discernment in the Age of Celebrity Christianity
Mar 16, 2026
How to Evaluate Online Teachers Biblically
Mar 15, 2026
Evaluating Church Tradition by the Authority of Scripture
Mar 14, 2026
Why Christians Should Discard Yoga Mats: A Biblical Response
Mar 13, 2026
True Biblical Revival: Four Marks of Genuine Spiritual Renewal
Mar 12, 2026
Why Emotionalism Cannot Replace Biblical Truth
Mar 11, 2026
What the Bible Says About False Teachers and Discernment
Mar 10, 2026
How to Recognize Theological Drift Before It Takes Root
Mar 09, 2026
Why False Teaching Appeals to the Human Heart
Mar 08, 2026
How to Speak Truth in Love While Practicing Discernment
Mar 07, 2026
Testing Everything by Scripture
Mar 06, 2026
How Deception Begins: Biblical Warning Signs of Spiritual Drift
Mar 05, 2026
Why Spiritual Maturity Strengthens Discernment
Mar 04, 2026
The Holy Spirit and Biblical Discernment: Recognizing Truth and Rejecting Error
Mar 03, 2026
How Scripture Equips Believers to Tell Truth from Error
Mar 02, 2026
What Is Biblical Discernment and Why It Matters
Mar 01, 2026
Building a God-Centered Home
Feb 28, 2026
How the Hope of Christ Strengthens Families
Feb 27, 2026
The Biblical Warning Against Magic, Spells, and Charms
Feb 26, 2026
How Wicca and Witchcraft Deceive by Appearing Harmless
Feb 25, 2026
Guard Your Heart: Biblical Wisdom for Faithful Christian Living
Feb 24, 2026
Fighting Temptation With the Word of God
Feb 23, 2026
Pursuing Purity in a Digital World
Feb 22, 2026
Why Christian Families Must Treasure the Local Church
Feb 21, 2026
Keeping God’s Word at the Center of the Home
Feb 20, 2026
Why the Creator–Creation Distinction Matters When Engaging New Age Beliefs
Feb 19, 2026
What Proverbs Teaches Parents About Raising Wise Children
Feb 18, 2026
How the Gospel Shapes a Christ-Centered Home
Feb 17, 2026
Training Children in the Lord (Ephesians 6:4)
Feb 16, 2026
Discipling Children Biblically: Five Gospel-Centered Commitments for Parents
Feb 15, 2026
Why Manifestation and the Law of Attraction Contradict Biblical Truth
Feb 14, 2026
Biblical Salvation and the Eastern Orthodox Church
Feb 13, 2026
Daily Habits That Strengthen a Christian Marriage
Feb 12, 2026
Forgiveness and Humility in Marriage
Feb 11, 2026
Spiritual Leadership in the Home: A Biblical Vision
Feb 10, 2026
Wives Respecting Their Husbands: God’s Design for Marriage (Ephesians 5:33)
Feb 09, 2026
Husbands Loving Like Christ
Feb 08, 2026
Guarding Our Marriages from Cultural Distortion | Romans 12:2
Feb 07, 2026
Unity Through Conflict: A Biblical Path for Christian Marriage
Feb 06, 2026
Covenant Love: The Foundation of a Strong Marriage
Feb 05, 2026
Marriage Is a Picture of the Gospel
Feb 04, 2026
Biblical Submission: Christlike Strength, Not Silence
Feb 03, 2026
Biblical Headship: Christlike Leadership in Marriage
Feb 02, 2026
God’s Design for Marriage
Feb 01, 2026
Standing Firm in Faith When the World Opposes Us
Jan 31, 2026
Speaking the Truth in Love
Jan 30, 2026
Standing Firm in Truth with Grace in a Hostile Culture
Jan 29, 2026
Why Pastors and Elders Must Hold Fast to Sound Doctrine
Jan 28, 2026
Handling Disagreement Biblically in the Local Church
Jan 27, 2026
Church Discipline as an Act of Love
Jan 26, 2026
Guarding the Church from False Unity
Jan 25, 2026
Worship in Spirit and Truth: How Jesus Defines True Worship
Jan 24, 2026
Why Expositional Preaching Is Essential for the Local Church
Jan 23, 2026
Marks of a Healthy Local Church
Jan 22, 2026
The Core Theological Errors of the New Age Movement
Jan 21, 2026
The Hidden Ways New Age Ideas Enter the Church
Jan 20, 2026
How the New Age Redefines Jesus and Why It’s Spiritually Dangerous
Jan 19, 2026
Why Biblical Discernment Is Necessary in Every Generation
Jan 18, 2026
The New Apostolic Reformation and the Sufficiency of Scripture
Jan 17, 2026
Recognizing the Marks of a False Teacher
Jan 16, 2026
The Gospel According to Eastern Orthodoxy
Jan 15, 2026
Holiness Rooted in Grace: Avoiding Legalism in the Christian Life
Jan 14, 2026
Daily Repentance and the Christian Life
Jan 13, 2026
Persevering Through Trials with Faith and Hope
Jan 12, 2026
Walking by the Spirit, Living a Life Shaped by God’s Grace
Jan 11, 2026
How Christians Fight Sin Biblically
Jan 10, 2026
Sanctification, How God Shapes Our Daily Life in Christ
Jan 09, 2026
Doers of the Word: Living Out Obedient Faith
Jan 08, 2026
How Christians Can Delight in God’s Word Daily, Even in Busy or Dry Seasons
Jan 07, 2026
Why Adding or Taking Away from God’s Word Is Spiritually Dangerous
Jan 06, 2026
How Christians Grow in Discernment, A Biblical and Practical Guide
Jan 05, 2026
Biblical Conviction vs. Personal Opinion
Jan 04, 2026
The Final Authority of God’s Word
Jan 03, 2026
Biblical Worldview: Seeing Life Through the Truth of God’s Word
Jan 02, 2026
Sound Doctrine and Spiritual Growth: Starting the Year Anchored in Truth
Jan 01, 2026