Legacy Bible Podcast

The Door and the Shepherd: Entering into Abundant Life

In this episode of the Legacy Bible Podcast, Pastor Chuck Rains teaches from John 10, where Jesus reveals Himself as both the Door and the Good Shepherd. This message dives deep into what it means to have a living relationship with Christ—one that brings salvation, daily provision, and eternal promise. Learn how the Good Shepherd provides access to safety, nourishment, and rest, and how His sacrificial love calls us to care for one another with that same spirit. If you've ever wondered what “abundant life” really looks like, this episode will lead you straight to the source: Jesus Himself.
 
Scripture Focus: John 10:1–18
Jesus is both the Door to salvation and the Shepherd who leads, protects, and provides.
The sheepfold represents safety, relationship, and trust—accessible only through Christ.
True salvation includes:
Past – Forgiveness of sins
Present – Daily care and provision
Future – Eternal life with God
Relationship with Christ calls us to care for others (1 John 3:16).
Biblical examples: Phoebe, Aquila, and Priscilla, who served others sacrificially.
A call to elders and leaders: Lead with the heart of the Chief Shepherd.
The abundant life is not measured in material wealth but in spiritual fullness and trust in God's provision.
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The Mercy Seat: God's Meeting Place Through Christ

In this episode, we explore the profound imagery of the Mercy Seat from the Old Testament Tabernacle and how it reveals the person and work of Jesus Christ. Discover how the Ark of the Covenant, the Holy of Holies, and the veil all point to God's plan for redemption through Christ — our Prophet, Priest, and King. Learn why Jesus is the only true satisfaction for sin, the one Mediator between God and man, and how His sacrifice gives us free access to the very presence of God. This is the heart of the Gospel: full, sufficient, and eternally satisfying.
 
Main Points:
Overview of the tabernacle and its structure, including the Holy Place and the Holy of Holies.
The Mercy Seat as the throne of God and a symbol of Christ's divinity.
Christ as the fulfillment of the Ark: human (wood) and divine (gold).
The three contents of the Ark: manna (Prophet), Aaron’s rod (Priest), law tablets (King).
The torn veil and our access to God through the blood of Jesus.
Living by faith and the invitation to personally know Christ.
• Title: The Mercy Seat: God's Meeting Place Through Christ
Date of Original Recording: January 14, 1990
Speaker: Rev. Chuck Rains
Location: Fellowship Bible Church, Joliet, Illinois
Topics: Tabernacle symbolism, Ark of the Covenant, Jesus as Prophet-Priest-King, access to God through Christ
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Christ: The Wisdom and Salvation of God

In this powerful episode, Rev. Chuck Rains proclaims the central message of the Bible — salvation through Jesus Christ. From Genesis to Revelation, God's Word points to our desperate need for redemption and the perfect provision made in His Son. Rev. Rains contrasts the flawed wisdom of man with the eternal wisdom of God, reminding us that Jesus is not just a moral example, but the very righteousness, sanctification, and redemption offered to all who believe. This message is a call to worship, to witness, and to center our lives on the person and work of Christ.
 
 
Sermon originally delivered by Rev. Chuck Rains on January 7, 1990 at Fellowship Bible Church
Main Scripture References:
1 Corinthians 1:18–31 – Christ as the wisdom and power of God
Romans 5 – Sin through Adam, life through Christ
John 3 – Salvation through belief; wrath for unbelief
2 Corinthians 3 – The veil over the hearts of those who don’t believe
Key Themes:
Salvation is the central subject of the Bible
Human effort cannot produce righteousness
Jesus is the only way to eternal life
God's provision of salvation is perfect and sufficient
The gospel message may seem foolish to the world, but it is God's power
 
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A Reputation Redeemed: Becoming New in Christ

In this powerful episode of the Legacy Bible Podcast, Rev. Chuck Rains shares a message that speaks to the heart of transformation. Through the vivid story of a woman whose life and reputation were completely changed by Christ, listeners are invited to examine what it truly means to have a godly reputation. Drawing wisdom from Proverbs 3 and the lives of biblical figures like Nathan, Zadok, and David, this sermon explores how mercy, truth, and daily dependence on the Holy Spirit lead to lasting change.
Whether you feel stuck in your past or striving to reflect Christ more clearly in your daily life, this episode offers hope: real change is possible through Jesus. Discover how to build a reputation that honors God and impacts others for eternity.
 
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The Father’s Example: Abraham, Blessing, and the Power of Legacy

In this heartfelt Father’s Day message, Pastor Chuck Rains reflects on Genesis 18:19 and the powerful role fathers play in shaping their families’ spiritual legacy. Drawing lessons from Abraham, Pastor Rains explores how God’s blessings flow through righteous leadership, why fathers hold the key to generational faithfulness, and how the love of the Heavenly Father shapes our lives. This episode challenges every listener—especially fathers—to examine their hearts, embrace God’s Word, and live as examples of Christ’s love and endurance. Whether you’re a parent, child, or spiritual leader, you’ll be encouraged to set your sights on the joy set before us: standing together with Christ and those we love in eternal fellowship.
 
Episode Title: The Father's Example: Abraham, Blessing, and the Power of LegacyPreacher: Rev. Chuck RainsDate: June 17, 1990Scripture Reference: Genesis 18:19Theme: Biblical fatherhood, legacy, and the impact of a godly example.
 
Key Topics:
God's covenant with Abraham and the responsibility to command his children
The importance of a father's obedience in releasing God’s full blessing
The role of love in the nature of God and in the home
Spiritual legacy and the enduring impact of example
The joy set before Jesus as a model for earthly fathers
Encouragement for fathers to prioritize their walk with God above all else
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The Heart of a Father: Love, Discipline, and Lasting Relationship

 
In this deeply reflective episode of The Legacy Bible Podcast, we journey through Luke 15 — the beloved parable of the prodigal son — to uncover timeless truths about fatherhood. What does it mean to be a father modeled after God’s own heart?
We explore how true fatherhood is built not merely on authority or duty, but on love, selfless giving, discipline grounded in care, and the pursuit of lasting relationship. Drawing lessons from Scripture, we look at how God invites us into a fellowship of love and how earthly fathers (and all of us) can mirror that heart in our own lives.
Whether you’re a parent, a son or daughter, or simply someone longing to understand God’s fatherly love more deeply, this episode will encourage you to reflect, grow, and walk closer with Him.
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A Fathers Love : Gods Kind of Father

In this powerful continuation of last week's message on "A Mother's Love," Pastor Raines turns our attention to the role of fathers in the home, the church, and the world. Originally preached on May 27, 1990, this timeless message explores the difference between worldly fatherhood and God's kind of father—one grounded in love, obedience, and reverence for God's Word.
Through the sobering story of Eli and his sons from 1 Samuel 2, Pastor Raines offers biblical insight into the consequences of passive fatherhood and the vital responsibility fathers have in leading spiritually. Learn how to become a father who honors God, teaches truth, and lives out faith with conviction.
Whether you're a father, hope to be one, or simply want to better understand God's design for fatherhood, this message will challenge and encourage you.
 
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The Perfect Love of a Mother : Lessons From Ruth

Podcast Title:The Legacy Bible Podcast – Episode 61Title: The Perfect Love of a Mother: Lessons from Ruth
Episode Description:In this heartfelt episode, originally preached on May 20, 1990, Pastor Chuck Rains shares profound insights into the enduring and sacrificial love of a mother, as illustrated in the Book of Ruth. Though technically the third part in a series on motherhood, this message stands powerfully on its own, diving into Naomi and Ruth's relationship as a model of spiritual and maternal love. With tenderness and biblical depth, Pastor Rains explores how godly love is perfected through trust in the Lord, even in the face of trials, loss, and uncertain futures.
Whether you're a mother, daughter, or simply someone reflecting on family and faith, this episode will encourage you to understand love not just as emotion, but as a deliberate, sacrificial commitment rooted in God's design.
 
Show Notes:
Host: Marcus Onate
Speaker: Reverend Chuck Rains
Original Sermon Date: May 20, 1990
Scripture Focus: Book of Ruth
Key Themes and Topics:
The spiritual significance of Naomi and Ruth’s relationship
How trials refine and reveal the depth of a mother’s love
Naomi's sacrificial guidance and Ruth's committed loyalty
God's providence through obedience and relational love
Practical insights into how mothers and children can reflect God’s love in their choices
Takeaways:
Love is more than feeling—it is action, commitment, and trust in God.
God honors sacrificial love and obedience, even when the future is unclear.
The legacy of faith and love can extend far beyond our own lives, as seen in Ruth becoming part of Christ’s lineage.
Mentioned Resources:
Deuteronomy 7:3, 23:3 (regarding Moabites and God's law)
Matthew 1 (genealogy of Jesus including Ruth)
Hebrews 12 (discipline and righteousness)
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A Mothers Love : Reflections on Devine Instinct and Eternal Purpose

 
Legacy Bible Podcast - Episode 60: A Mother's Love (Part 1)
Welcome back to the Legacy Bible Podcast with your host, Marcus Onate
In this episode, we delve into the archives of Fellowship Bible Church in Joliet, Illinois, moving into the 1990s. With Mother's Day just around the corner (next week!), Marcus brings us a timely message titled "A Mother's Love," presented on May 6, 1990.
In this episode (Part 1), we hear Pastor Rains discuss:
The profound subject of a mother's love, which will be explored in two parts, leading up to Mother's Day next week.
How the Lord prepares our hearts to understand the design and significance of motherhood.
A powerful teaching from scripture: Proverbs 17:12 - "Let a bear robbed of her welps meet a man rather than a fool in his folly."
An exploration of the unique and fierce protectiveness inherent in a mother's love, drawing a parallel to a mother bear defending her cubs.
The contrast between this instinctual love and the predictable foolishness of a fool.
Join us next week for Part 2 of "A Mother's Love" as we continue to reflect on the importance and depth of a mother's love.
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The True Identity of Christ: From Sacrifice to Sovereign King

In this episode, Pastor Chuck Rains opens up Matthew 16 to explore the true identity of Jesus Christ. The message traces Christ's role from the Old Testament sacrificial system to His New Testament mission as the Messiah and Savior. Pastor Raines emphasizes that Jesus wasn't merely a prophet or good man — He is the Son of the Living God, the fulfillment of the Law, and the only perfect sacrifice for humanity's sin.
 
Key Themes:
Christ in the Old Testament Sacrifices:Review of the five main sacrifices and how they symbolized Christ's future work.
Who Do Men Say That I Am? (Matthew 16:13-20):Jesus questions His disciples about public opinion and receives Peter’s Spirit-revealed confession — "You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God."
From Kingdom to Cross:Although Jesus was the promised King, His mission first required the cross — not a crown — because of mankind’s need for salvation.
God’s Plan Over Man’s Plan:Peter’s initial rebuke ("this shall not be unto thee") and Christ’s sharp correction: "Get thee behind me, Satan."God's plan of redemption required the cross.
Victory Through the Cross:Christ's death was not defeat but divine victory, proven through the Resurrection.
Personal Application:Believers are called to take up their own cross daily, rejecting worldly values and identifying with Christ’s suffering and mission.
 
Scripture References:
Matthew 16:13–28
Isaiah 42:8
Romans 1
1 Peter 2:6
Acts 2 and Acts 10
Luke 9
 
Notable Quotes:
"You cannot serve God on your own terms. You're going to have to seek God's forgiveness first."
"The resurrection proves it. It proves that God accepted His sacrifice and that death couldn't hold Him."
"Take up your cross daily. Live not tied to this world’s values but tied to the love and glory of the one who died in your place."
 
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