Who Will You Speak For? | Lessons from Balaam and God's Unchanging Word

Who are you really speaking for—yourself or the Lord?
In Episode 122 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we continue through a powerful message from Rev. Chuck Rains examining the account of Balaam in Numbers 22. While Balaam is remembered for the talking donkey, this message reveals a much deeper spiritual lesson: God's servants must faithfully proclaim God's truth rather than pursuing personal ambition, worldly approval, or selfish desires.
Beginning with Israel's journey through the wilderness and ending with Balaam's confrontation by the Angel of the Lord, this sermon challenges every believer to surrender self-will, trust God's revealed Word, and become faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ.
God's message has never changed—He loves sinners, sent His Son to save them, and calls His people to speak His truth without compromise.
 
Show Notes
Episode Summary
Throughout Scripture, God calls His people to be His representatives in the world. But whose message are we actually proclaiming?
Drawing from Numbers 22, Rev. Chuck Rains contrasts God's clear revelation with man's tendency to pursue self-interest. Israel's wilderness journey serves as a backdrop for one of the Bible's most sobering examples of compromised obedience: Balaam.
Although Balaam knew God's will, he repeatedly entertained opportunities that appealed to his own desires. His story reminds believers that partial obedience is still disobedience and that God's servants must faithfully declare His truth regardless of personal gain or worldly pressure.
This timeless message calls Christians to examine their own hearts and ask one important question:
Who are you speaking for?
 
In This Episode
Why God's Word is not merely true—but Truth itself
The difference between speaking God's message and promoting ourselves
Israel's wilderness journey as a picture of the Christian life
Lessons from Israel's repeated unbelief and rebellion
The bronze serpent as a picture of Christ's sacrifice
Balaam's temptation to compromise God's revealed will
The danger of pursuing God's permissive will instead of His perfect will
Why obedience always begins with surrendering self
The warning against serving God for personal gain
Becoming faithful witnesses who speak only what God has spoken
 
Key Scripture References
Numbers 21
Numbers 22
Numbers 13–14
Romans 3:4
1 Corinthians 11
1 John 1:7
2 Timothy 2:20–21
1 Peter 5
John 3:14–16
 
Key Themes
God's Truth
Faithful Witness
Obedience
Self-denial
Balaam
Israel in the Wilderness
Speaking for God
Spiritual Discernment
Holiness
God's Will
Christian Service
The Gospel
 
Memorable Takeaways
"God's Word is not simply true—it is Truth."
"We are not called to proclaim ourselves, but Christ."
"Knowing God's will is not enough; we must obey it."
"Never make the Lord your adversary by insisting on your own way."
"The world needs God's message—not our opinions."
 
About the Legacy Bible Podcast
The Legacy Bible Podcast preserves the timeless preaching ministry of Rev. Chuck Rains, faithfully presenting verse-by-verse biblical teaching that continues to encourage believers today. These archived sermons remain as relevant now as when they were first preached, pointing listeners to Jesus Christ and the authority of God's Word.
If these messages encourage your walk with Christ, consider subscribing, sharing the podcast, and leaving a review to help others discover these timeless biblical teachings.
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

Recreated by God: The Miracle of the New Birth

Can people really change? Is Christianity simply about becoming a better person, or does God offer something far greater?
In Episode 121 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, Rev. Chuck Rains explores one of the most foundational truths of the Christian faith: the new birth. Continuing his emphasis on the trustworthiness of God's Word, he explains that salvation is not self-improvement, religious reform, or moral education—it is a supernatural act of God that recreates a person from the inside out.
Drawing from John 3, 2 Corinthians 5, Ephesians 5, and many other passages, this message reveals God's desire to transform sinners into His own children through faith in Jesus Christ. As believers, we are also reminded that we have been entrusted with the life-changing message of the gospel and are called to faithfully share it with the world.
Whether you've walked with Christ for many years or are exploring the Christian faith, this timeless sermon points to the only true hope for humanity: God's recreating work through Jesus Christ.
 
Show Notes
Episode Summary
Every person longs for lasting change, but human effort can never accomplish what only God can do. In this powerful message, Rev. Chuck Rains explains that the gospel is centered on God's miraculous work of recreation—making sinners into entirely new creations through faith in Christ.
Jesus told Nicodemus that no one can enter the Kingdom of God unless they are born again. This new birth is not symbolic or merely emotional; it is a creative act performed by the Holy Spirit. Through repentance and faith, God forgives sin, gives eternal life, and creates a new spiritual nature within every believer.
Because God's Word is trustworthy, Christians can confidently proclaim this message to a world desperately searching for hope.
 
Key Topics Covered
Why God's Word can be trusted completely
What it means to truly hear God's voice
Repentance and saving faith explained
Why salvation is far more than religious reform
Jesus' teaching on being born again
Becoming a new creation in Christ
The believer's new identity as a child of God
Eternal life through Christ alone
The Holy Spirit's work in transforming believers
Our responsibility to share the gospel with others
 
Scripture References
John 3:1–8
John 1:12
John 5:24
2 Corinthians 5:17
Romans 8
Ephesians 1
Ephesians 5:8
Galatians 3:26
1 Thessalonians 5:5
1 Corinthians 15
1 John 1:5
Romans 3:10–12
 
Memorable Truths from this Message
Salvation is God's creative work—not man's self-improvement.
Repentance is turning from sin and placing complete trust in Jesus Christ.
Every believer becomes an entirely new creation through the Holy Spirit.
God's purpose is to restore us to fellowship with Himself.
Christians are ambassadors entrusted with proclaiming the gospel.
The greatest need of every person is not education, religion, or reform—but recreation through Christ.
 
Why This Message Matters Today
Modern culture often teaches that people simply need better habits, more education, or greater self-esteem. Scripture teaches something far deeper: humanity needs spiritual rebirth.
This message reminds believers that Christianity is not about polishing the old life but receiving an entirely new life from God. That same transforming gospel remains the only hope for every generation.
 
About the Legacy Bible Podcast
The Legacy Bible Podcast preserves and shares the biblical teaching ministry of Rev. Chuck Rains, presenting timeless sermons that continue to encourage believers and proclaim the life-changing truth of God's Word. Each episode invites listeners to grow in their understanding of Scripture and deepen their walk with Jesus Christ.
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

The Heart of God and the Word of Truth: Lessons from the Healing at Bethesda

In Episode 120 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, Rev. Chuck Rains explores the powerful account of the healing at the Pool of Bethesda in John 5. On Pentecost Sunday, he contrasts the heart of man with the heart of God through the story of a man who suffered for thirty-eight years before encountering Jesus Christ.
This message reveals Christ’s compassion for the lonely, broken, and forgotten. More importantly, it confronts every listener with a timeless question: Will we obey the Word of God, or will we follow the traditions and opinions of men?
Through this remarkable healing, we discover the authority of Jesus as the Son of God, the necessity of recognizing our need, and the blessing that comes from trusting and obeying God's Word. The message challenges believers to embrace Scripture as God's truth and to resist the temptation to reshape it according to human preference.
Join us as we examine the healing at Bethesda and learn why obedience to Christ remains the pathway to spiritual freedom and blessing.
 
Show Notes
In This Episode
The significance of Pentecost and the coming of the Holy Spirit
The account of the disabled man at the Pool of Bethesda
The loneliness and hopelessness of thirty-eight years of suffering
Christ's compassion toward the forgotten and rejected
The necessity of admitting our need before God
Receiving God's provision through faith and obedience
The conflict between God's Word and human tradition
The religious leaders' misunderstanding of the Sabbath
Jesus' declaration of His divine authority
Why obedience to God's Word matters for every believer
Choosing God's truth over human approval
 
Key Scripture References
John 5:1-18
John 5:19
John 7:23
Romans 1:18-32
Psalm 119:11
 
Key Themes
The Compassion of Christ
Jesus seeks out those who are hurting, isolated, and unable to help themselves. He knows our deepest needs and lovingly calls us to trust Him.
Recognizing Our Need
Before healing can come, we must acknowledge our condition and our need for God's intervention.
The Gift of Grace
The healing at Bethesda demonstrates God's willingness to provide what we cannot obtain for ourselves.
God's Word Above Human Tradition
The religious leaders elevated their traditions above God's intent. Jesus calls us to submit to Scripture rather than human interpretation.
The Authority of Jesus Christ
Christ's words carry divine authority because He is the Son of God and equal with the Father.
Obedience as an Expression of Faith
True faith is demonstrated by hearing God's Word and responding in obedience, regardless of opposition or personal cost.
 
Memorable Takeaway
"The question is not whether we will listen to a voice, but whose voice we will obey—the Word of God or the word of man."
 
About Legacy Bible Podcast
The Legacy Bible Podcast preserves and shares timeless biblical teaching from Rev. Chuck Rains, helping a new generation discover the truths of Scripture and the life-changing power of God's Word.
Listen, subscribe, and share as we continue building a legacy grounded in biblical truth.
 
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

A Mother by God's Design

What is a mother according to God's design? In this message, we examine Scripture's picture of womanhood, marriage, motherhood, and the fear of the Lord as the foundation for a life that glorifies Christ. Drawing from Genesis and Proverbs 31, this episode explores God's purpose in creating women, the role of a godly wife and mother, and the lasting influence of faithfulness in the home.
The world often defines identity, value, and success by changing standards, but God's Word gives a deeper and eternal perspective. Whether you are a mother, father, husband, wife, or child, this message offers timeless biblical truth and encouragement about living according to God's design and walking in obedience to Him.
 
Podcast Show Notes
In Episode 119 of The Legacy Bible Podcast, we revisit a message focused on the beauty and purpose of motherhood through the lens of Scripture. Beginning in Genesis, we see God's intentional creation of woman and His design for marriage and family. The message then moves to Proverbs 31, revealing that true beauty and fulfillment are not found in popularity, outward appearance, or human approval, but in a life that fears the Lord.
This teaching reminds us that a mother's influence reaches far beyond a single moment or season. Faithfulness, prayer, sacrifice, and love become living testimonies that shape generations.
Even when life does not unfold perfectly and loved ones wander from the Lord, God's call remains: continue praying, continue trusting, and continue walking faithfully.
Key Topics Covered:
• God's design for women and motherhood• The biblical foundation of marriage• A mother's role in nurturing and guiding children• The meaning of true beauty according to Scripture• The fear of the Lord as the foundation of a godly life• Faithfulness in prayer and family relationships• Hope for parents and loved ones who have gone astray• Living for Christ in the home
Scripture References:
• Genesis 2:21–24• Proverbs 31:23–31• Romans 1:24–27• 1 Peter 3:3–4• Proverbs 22:6• John 3:17
Memorable Theme:
"Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised." — Proverbs 31:30
Listen and Reflect:
How does Scripture shape our understanding of family and identity? What kind of legacy does faithfulness leave behind? This episode calls us back to God's design and points us toward Christ as the One who enables us to live it.
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

Worship Through Giving: A Heart Knit Together in Christ

What does true biblical giving really look like? Is it simply a financial obligation, or is it an act of worship flowing from a heart transformed by Christ?
In Episode 118 of The Legacy Bible Podcast, we revisit a powerful 1988 message centered on the lives of faithful believers whose examples revealed the heart of Christian fellowship and sacrificial love. Through the testimonies of Lee Kervis and missionary Mary McGraw, this message explores what it means to be a body of believers "knit together" in Christ.
This study moves beyond percentages and offerings and points toward a deeper truth: God is not after our possessions first—He desires our hearts. Giving becomes meaningful when it grows out of love, surrender, worship, and commitment to the work God is doing through His people.
Join us as we examine biblical stewardship, sacrificial love, caring for one another within the body of Christ, and the joy that comes from wholehearted worship.
 
Full Podcast Show Notes
Episode Summary
This message reflects on real examples of believers living out practical Christianity and demonstrates how the local church functions as a spiritual body. Through personal stories and biblical teaching, we see that worship is not confined to songs or words—it extends into how we give ourselves, our resources, and our lives to God's purposes.
Past examples of church unity become living illustrations of biblical truth:
• Standing together in times of need• Supporting missionary work through shared responsibility• Loving one another sacrificially• Understanding stewardship through worship rather than obligation• Recognizing that God desires relationship before sacrifice
The focus throughout the message remains clear: giving begins with surrender to Christ.
 
Key Topics Discussed
The testimony and servant heart of Lee Kervis
The church body standing together during times of need
Supporting missionary work through faith and commitment
Biblical stewardship principles
Worship through giving
Sacrifice motivated by love
Understanding the local church as the Body of Christ
Practical and spiritual responsibility
Trusting God with resources and future needs
Joyful and consistent worship
 
Scripture References
Philippians 2:2–4 — Unity and caring for others
Deuteronomy 6:5 — Loving God with all your heart
Matthew 22:37–38 — The greatest commandment
Psalm 51:16–17 — The heart God desires
John 3:16 — God's love demonstrated through sacrifice
Romans 5:8 — Christ's love for sinners
Romans 12:1–8 — Living sacrifice and the body of Christ
Romans 12:20 — Loving and serving others
1 Corinthians 12 — Many members, one body
Hebrews 2 — Christ and His redeemed people
1 John 4:10 — The true source of love
 
Key Takeaways
✔ Worship begins with surrender, not possessions
✔ God desires hearts before offerings
✔ Sacrifice without love misses God's purpose
✔ The local church is a living body joined together spiritually
✔ Stewardship involves trusting God with every resource
✔ Faithfulness often appears in unseen acts of service
✔ Giving should be joyful, consistent, and directed by God
 
Memorable Theme From This Message
"God does not need our resources—He desires our hearts. Giving becomes worship when it flows from love."
 
 
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

The Spirit of His Son: Sonship, Prayer, and Our Eternal Inheritance

In Episode 117 of The Legacy Bible Podcast, we continue exploring the ministry and work of the Holy Spirit and discover how God's Spirit brings believers into the reality of sonship through Jesus Christ. This message examines what it means to be children of God, heirs with Christ, and recipients of an inheritance that stretches into eternity.
Through passages in Galatians, Romans, Ephesians, Titus, and John, we examine how the Holy Spirit does not point attention to Himself but faithfully reveals and magnifies Christ in the believer's life. We also explore the Spirit's role in prayer, His intercession on our behalf, and the assurance believers have through God's promises.
The episode concludes with practical warnings about spiritual confusion, counterfeit teachings, and the importance of grounding ourselves in God's truth while discerning the enemy's deceptions.
Join us as we discover the confidence, comfort, and hope found in living as children of God.
 
Full Show Notes
Episode Summary
This week's study focuses on several foundational truths for the believer:
The Holy Spirit brings spiritual life through Christ.
Believers become children of God through faith in Jesus.
The Spirit confirms our sonship and causes us to cry, "Abba, Father."
Adoption speaks of entering into the fullness of our inheritance.
The Holy Spirit serves as God's down payment and assurance of future glory.
The Spirit intercedes perfectly when believers do not know how to pray.
Christ remains our eternal High Priest and Intercessor.
Christians must test teachings carefully and discern truth from deception.
 
Main Scripture References
Galatians 4:4–7"But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son..."
Romans 8:26–34"Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities..."
Ephesians 1:4–14"...having predestinated us unto the adoption of children..."
Titus 3:5–6"...according to his mercy he saved us..."
John 1:12"But as many as received him..."
John 3:5
John 17:17
Hebrews 2
1 John 4:1–3
2 Corinthians 11:14–15
Psalm 139
 
Key Discussion Points
The Holy Spirit Gives Life
Salvation comes through Christ alone.
The Spirit applies Christ's finished work to the believer.
Regeneration is God's work, not human effort.
The Reality of Sonship
Believers receive the authority to become children of God.
The Spirit confirms that relationship and prompts us to call God our Father.
Adoption and Eternal Inheritance
Adoption is more than entering God's family.
It points toward the fullness of our future inheritance in Christ.
Believers possess the promise now and will experience its fullness later.
The Holy Spirit as God's Down Payment
The Spirit assures believers that greater things await.
God gives His own Spirit as evidence of coming glory.
Prayer and Intercession
Human weakness limits understanding.
The Holy Spirit perfectly intercedes according to God's will.
Christ continually intercedes before the Father.
Truth Versus Deception
Believers must know Scripture.
God's Word remains the standard of truth.
Satan works through counterfeit teaching and confusion.
 
Memorable Takeaways
"The Holy Spirit does not point us to Himself; He points us to Christ."
"God has not merely promised an inheritance—He has given us His Spirit as assurance."
"Know the truth, and know the enemy."
"The believer's confidence rests in Christ's finished work."
 
 
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

The King Who Will Reign Forever

In Episode 116 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we journey through one of the most powerful prophetic themes in Scripture: the coming reign of Jesus Christ as King. Beginning with the events leading up to the crucifixion and resurrection, this message traces God’s promises from Gabriel’s announcement to Mary, through the prophecies of Christ, and into the future kingdom yet to come.
This episode explores the meaning behind Palm Sunday, the significance of Christ’s resurrection, the future restoration of Israel, the “times of the Gentiles,” and the certainty that Jesus will one day reign over all the earth as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
More than a prophetic study, this message is a personal call to surrender to Christ today. The same King who will someday rule the nations desires to reign in the hearts of those who believe in Him now.
 
Full Podcast Show Notes
Episode Overview
This message opens with the timeline surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus, explaining the Jewish reckoning of days and how Christ truly rose on “the third day.” From there, the study moves into prophetic passages concerning the throne of David, the future kingdom of Christ, and God’s ongoing plan for Israel and the nations.
Special emphasis is given to:
Jesus as the promised King
The future fulfillment of prophecy
The restoration of Israel
The coming kingdom of Christ
The personal lordship of Jesus in the believer’s life
 
Key Topics Covered
The timeline of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection
Jewish understanding of days beginning at sundown
Gabriel’s announcement to Mary in Luke 1
Jesus as the promised Son of David
The everlasting kingdom foretold in prophecy
The destruction and restoration of Jerusalem
The “times of the Gentiles”
Israel’s future salvation and restoration
The 144,000 in Revelation
Christ’s return at Armageddon
The millennial reign of Christ
Jesus as King of Kings and Lord of Lords
The personal call to submit to Christ as Lord
 
Primary Scripture References
John 12:1
John 20:1–2
Luke 1:26–37
Luke 21:20–24
Romans 9–11
Romans 11:25–26
Revelation 7
Revelation 19–20
1 Corinthians 15:20–28
Philippians 2:8–11
John 20:24–29
 
Major Themes
1. Jesus Is the Promised King
Gabriel declared that Jesus would receive the throne of David and reign forever. His kingdom is not symbolic or temporary—it is eternal.
2. God Keeps His Promises
Though centuries have passed, God has not forgotten Israel or abandoned His prophetic plan.
3. The Resurrection Proves Christ’s Victory
Jesus was not defeated at the cross. His resurrection guarantees His future reign and ultimate triumph.
4. The Kingdom Is Still Coming
The world may reject Christ now, but the day is coming when every knee will bow and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.
5. Christ Must Reign Personally
Before Christ reigns visibly over the nations, He calls individuals to surrender to Him personally as Lord and Savior.
 
Memorable Quote
“The first place Jesus wants to reign is in your heart.”
 
Why This Episode Matters
This message reminds believers that history is moving toward the fulfillment of God’s promises. In a world filled with uncertainty, Scripture points to the certainty of Christ’s coming kingdom and His eternal reign.
The episode also challenges listeners personally:Have you truly allowed Christ to reign in your life?
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

One in Christ: The Holy Spirit’s Work in Making Us Holy, Loved, and Alive

What does it truly mean to be one in Christ? In this powerful teaching, we explore the deep, life-changing work of the Holy Spirit—who reveals our identity, secures our inheritance, and actively transforms us into the likeness of Jesus.
Drawing from Ephesians 1, Romans 8, Hebrews 2, and Galatians 5, this episode unpacks the reality that believers are already made holy, accepted, and adopted into God’s family. The question is not if these things are true—but whether we will allow the Holy Spirit to bring them to life in us.
Discover how walking in the Spirit leads to real holiness, authentic love, and a life that reflects Christ in a world that desperately needs Him.
 
📝 Full Show Notes
🔑 Episode Overview
This episode focuses on:
The role of the Holy Spirit as our teacher
Our identity as holy, blameless, and adopted children of God
What it means to be “one in Christ”
The contrast between flesh and Spirit
How to practically walk in the Spirit daily
 
📖 Key Themes
1. The Holy Spirit Reveals Truth
The Spirit teaches us what God has already done for us
Spiritual understanding grows through humility
The more we learn, the more we recognize how much we don’t know
2. Your Identity in Christ
You are holy and without blame (Ephesians 1:4)
You are accepted in the Beloved
You are adopted with full inheritance rights
This is not future—it is present reality
3. Oneness with Christ
Believers are made one with Christ instantly at salvation
This is not achieved through effort—it is God’s work
Our unity reflects the relationship between the Father and the Son
4. God’s Work, Not Ours
Conforming us to Christ is God’s responsibility
We cannot produce righteousness on our own
Salvation and transformation are entirely by grace
5. Holiness vs. Flesh
Galatians 5 contrasts:
Works of the flesh (sinful nature)
Fruit of the Spirit (God’s nature in us)
Holiness is not behavior modification—it is Spirit-produced transformation
6. The Fruit of the Spirit is Love
Love is the root; the rest (joy, peace, patience, etc.) flow from it
The Spirit produces God’s nature within us
7. Walking in the Spirit (Practical Application)
Be continually filled with the Spirit (Ephesians 5:18)
Choose daily surrender to God’s will
Live intentionally, not passively
 
🛠️ Practical Steps to Grow
Expose yourself to God’s Word daily
Meditate on Scripture intentionally
Surrender your will to the Holy Spirit
Imitate Christ in your daily life
Live a life of praise and thanksgiving
 
💡 Key Takeaways
You already have everything in Christ—the Spirit helps you realize it
Transformation happens when you yield, not strive
Walking in the Spirit leads to:
Freedom from sin
A life marked by love
Genuine joy and praise
 
📚 Scripture References
Ephesians 1:4–10, 18
Romans 8:28–29
Hebrews 2:10–13
John 17:20–23
Galatians 5:16–25
Ephesians 5:15–20
2 Corinthians 3:18
 
🎯 Memorable Quote
“You don’t become one with Christ by effort—you are made one by God. The Spirit simply teaches you to live in what is already true.”
 
🙏 Call to Action
Take time this week to:
Open your Bible daily
Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you
Choose to walk in obedience
Let Christ be seen through your life
 
 
Thanks for listening and please subscribe, comment and like.if you have any comments or questions please send them to legacybiblepodcast@gmail.comyou can check out the website at www.legacybiblepodcast.comyoutube channel at www.youtube.com/@legacybiblepodcastRumble Channel at www.rumble.com/legacybiblepodcastFellowship Bible Church website is at fbcjoliet.complease come back every week for another legacy lesson from the bible by the Rev Chuck Rains.All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.All content is from the Fellowship Bible Church and edited from the morning or evening service and taught by the pastor the Rev. Chuck Rains.Also just a reminder, don't forget to read your bible everyday, and pray for the podcast, so that all the world may hear God's message for their life.

Washed, Made New, and Sealed: The Powerful Work of the Holy Spirit

What does it truly mean to be saved—and who actually does the work?
In Episode 114 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we explore the powerful, life-changing work of the Holy Spirit in the believer. Salvation is not achieved by human effort but is entirely the work of God, applied through the Spirit. From the washing of regeneration to the miracle of new birth, and the unbreakable seal that secures us for eternity, this message unpacks the depth of God’s grace.
You’ll discover how the Holy Spirit not only brings new life but also empowers us to live it out daily—not by our strength, but by faith. This episode is both doctrinally rich and deeply practical, calling believers to rest in Christ’s finished work while walking in the Spirit’s ongoing power.
 
📝 Full Show Notes
🔑 Episode Overview
This message focuses on the essential role of the Holy Spirit in salvation and the believer’s daily life. It emphasizes that:
Salvation is entirely the work of God, not man
The Holy Spirit applies the finished work of Christ
Believers are transformed, secured, and empowered through Him
 
✨ Key Themes & Teaching Points
1. Salvation is a Gift, Not a Work
Eternal life is given freely through Jesus Christ
Faith is not a work—it is trust in God’s work
Human effort cannot produce righteousness
📖 Romans 6:23
 
2. The Washing of Regeneration
The Holy Spirit cleanses and renews the believer
This “washing” is necessary to make us fit for eternal life
Forgiveness is applied to the soul by the Spirit
📖 Titus 3:5
 
3. The New Birth (Born Again)
Spiritual rebirth is required to enter the kingdom of God
This is a work only the Holy Spirit can perform
Believers become entirely new creations
📖 John 3:5–7📖 2 Corinthians 5:17
 
4. A New Creation in Christ
The believer is recreated in righteousness and holiness
This new nature reflects God’s own character
It is based entirely on Christ’s finished work
📖 Ephesians 4:24
 
5. Sealed by the Holy Spirit
The Spirit Himself is the seal of our salvation
This seal guarantees we belong to God
It is permanent and secure until the day of redemption
📖 Ephesians 1:13–14📖 Ephesians 4:30
 
6. The Finished Work of Christ
Jesus fully completed the work of salvation
Nothing can be added to what He has done
The Spirit works only from what Christ has provided
📖 John 17:4📖 John 19:30
 
7. Growing in Wisdom and Knowledge
The Spirit continues working after salvation
He reveals deeper understanding of God’s purposes
Believers grow in awareness of their inheritance in Christ
📖 Ephesians 1:17–18
 
8. Living by the Power of the Spirit
The Christian life cannot be lived in human strength
God’s power enables godly living
Victory comes through dependence on the Spirit
📖 Ephesians 1:19
 
9. Walking by Faith Daily
Faith is the ongoing principle of the Christian life
Christ dwells in our hearts through faith
Spiritual growth requires moment-by-moment trust
📖 Ephesians 3:17
 
🔍 Key Takeaways
You cannot save yourself—God does the work
The Holy Spirit cleanses, renews, and recreates you
Your salvation is secure because it is sealed by God
The same Spirit who saves you empowers you to live for Christ
Faith is not just for salvation—it is for every moment of the Christian life
 
🙏 Closing Reflection
This message calls believers to stop striving in their own strength and instead rest in the finished work of Christ. The Holy Spirit is not only the one who saves but the one who sustains, empowers, and transforms us daily. The Christian life is not self-powered—it is Spirit-filled and faith-driven.
 
 
 
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All Things Given: Living in the Power of God’s Promises

In episode 113 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we explore the incredible reality of what God has already given to every believer through Jesus Christ. From the gift of eternal life to the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit, this message reminds us that we are not lacking—we are fully supplied.
Drawing from 2 Peter 1 and supporting scriptures, we examine how God has provided all things that pertain to life and godliness. This is not theoretical Christianity—it is a present, powerful, Spirit-enabled life.
If you’ve ever felt spiritually weak, unprepared, or defeated, this episode will redirect your focus to the truth: God’s promises are not future hopes alone—they are present realities meant to be lived out today.
 
📝 Full Show Notes
🔑 Main Theme
God has already given believers everything needed for life and godliness through Christ, and He empowers that life through the Holy Spirit.
 
📌 Key Points
1. The First Gift: Eternal Life
Salvation is not earned—it is a gift.
God demonstrated His love by giving His Son for sinners.
Eternal life is not just future—it is a present possession.
Key Scripture:
Romans 6:23
John 3:16
Romans 5:8
 
2. All Things That Pertain to Life and Godliness
Believers are not lacking anything spiritually.
God has supplied everything necessary to live a godly life.
This provision comes through knowing Christ personally—not just intellectually.
Key Scripture:
2 Peter 1:2–3
 
3. Grace and Peace Multiplied
Grace is God’s full provision for every need.
Peace is the Spirit’s work within us to overcome trials.
Both are experienced through a growing relationship with Christ.
Key Scripture:
2 Peter 1:2
 
4. God’s Power Is Active and Present
Christianity is not philosophy—it is power.
God doesn’t just tell us how to live—He enables us to live it.
His power is sufficient for real-world struggles.
Key Scripture:
2 Peter 1:3
Ephesians 1:19–20
 
5. Exceeding Great and Precious Promises
God’s promises are not only for heaven—they apply now.
Through these promises, we partake in the divine nature.
We are already delivered from the corruption of the world.
Key Scripture:
2 Peter 1:4
Galatians 3
 
🔥 Five Works of the Holy Spirit in the Believer
1. Establishes (New Birth)
The Spirit brings us into Christ through regeneration.
Scripture: John 3:3–5
 
2. Anoints (Empowers and Teaches)
The Spirit enables us and teaches us truth.
True spiritual understanding comes through Him.
Scripture: 1 John 2:20, 27
 
3. Seals (Security)
The Spirit seals believers until the day of redemption.
Our salvation is secure in Him.
Scripture: Ephesians 1:13
 
4. Earnest (Guarantee of Inheritance)
The Spirit is God’s “down payment” guaranteeing what is to come.
Scripture: Ephesians 1:14
 
5. Empowers (Resurrection Power)
The same power that raised Christ lives in us.
This power enables godly living.
Scripture: Romans 8:11
1 Peter 3:18
 
💡 Practical Application
Stop striving—start receiving what God has already provided.
Yield to the Holy Spirit daily.
Trust God’s promises as present truth, not distant hope.
Live with confidence in God’s power, not your own strength.
 
🎯 Key Takeaway
You are not trying to earn what God has already given—you are learning to live in it. The Christian life is not about striving harder, but yielding deeper to the Spirit who empowers you.
 
 
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Saved by Faith, Sealed by the Spirit: God’s Work from Beginning to End

Was the Holy Spirit active in the Old Testament—and if so, how?
In Episode 112 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we explore the powerful truth that salvation has always been the work of God through faith—never by works, law, or ritual. From Adam and Eve to Abraham, and from David to today, the same Holy Spirit has been drawing people to God, regenerating hearts, and sealing believers for eternity.
This episode walks through key passages in Romans, John, Titus, and beyond to show that the new birth is not a New Testament invention—it is a divine necessity that has always been at the center of God’s redemptive plan.
Discover how righteousness has always been credited by faith, how the Spirit brings life and transformation, and how believers are sealed with an eternal inheritance that will one day be fully realized.
 
📝 Show Notes
🔹 Main Theme:
Salvation has always been by faith, accomplished by God, and applied by the Holy Spirit—from the beginning of humanity to today.
 
🔹 Key Topics Covered:
The role of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament
The necessity of being “born again”
Salvation apart from the law and works
Abraham as the model of faith
The symbolism of sacrifice and atonement
The righteousness of God credited through faith
The sealing and assurance of the Holy Spirit
Adoption, inheritance, and future glorification
Walking in the Spirit vs. relying on self-righteousness
 
🔹 Key Takeaways:
Salvation is not new—it has always been God’s work through faith.
The Holy Spirit is the agent of regeneration and renewal.
Righteousness is received, not earned.
Ceremonial acts (like circumcision) point to salvation—they do not produce it.
Believers are sealed by the Spirit as a guarantee of future glory.
True righteousness is Christ’s, lived out through us by the Spirit.
 
📚 Scripture References
John 3:3, 5
Titus 3:5
Romans 3:21–22, 25
Romans 4:1–11
Romans 5:1
Romans 8:15–17, 23, 26
Genesis 3:21
Isaiah 1:18
Psalm 51
Hebrews 11 (Abel, Abraham)
Mark 8:36
1 Peter 1:18–19; 2:24
1 Corinthians 6:19–20
Galatians 5
Ephesians 1:13–14
Numbers 23:19
 
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No Difference: The Righteousness of God by Faith Alone”

What does it truly mean to be righteous before God? And how has salvation always worked—from the Old Testament to today?
In Episode 111 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we dive deep into the powerful truth that God’s righteousness is given freely—not earned. Through a rich study of Romans 3 and Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus in John 3, this episode explores the unchanging foundation of salvation: faith in Jesus Christ alone.
We unpack the role of the Holy Spirit, the reality of being born again, and why religious effort, tradition, or personal merit can never produce true righteousness. Whether in the Old Testament or today, God has always saved by grace through faith—and there is no difference among those who believe.
This message is both humbling and freeing: you cannot earn righteousness—but you can receive it.
 
📝 Full Show Notes
🔑 Episode Theme
God’s righteousness is not achieved—it is received through faith in Jesus Christ, available equally to all who believe.
 
📚 Key Topics Covered
The impossibility of achieving God’s standard of righteousness
Being “born again” through the Holy Spirit (John 3)
Salvation in the Old Testament vs. New Testament
The meaning of “no difference” in Romans 3
Justification by grace through faith alone
Redemption and Christ as our Redeemer
Why works, baptism, or spiritual experiences cannot save
The mercy seat and the picture of atonement
God’s righteousness applied across all time through Christ
 
✝️ Core Scripture References
John 3:3–7 – You must be born again
Romans 3:21–26 – Righteousness of God by faith
Romans 3:23 – All have sinned
Romans 3:24 – Justified freely by grace
Romans 3:25 – Propitiation through His blood
John 1:14 – The Word made flesh
Hebrews 4:16 – The throne of grace (mercy seat connection)
 
💡 Key Takeaways
Righteousness comes from God, not from us
Faith in Christ is the only requirement for salvation
There is no distinction—anyone can be saved
Jesus paid the full redemption price
God’s plan of salvation has always been the same
The believer stands in grace, not judgment
 
🔥 Memorable Quotes (Optional Pull Quotes)
“You don’t need to earn righteousness—you need to receive it.”
“There is no difference—only faith makes the difference.”
“Jesus didn’t help pay your debt—He paid it all.”
“God doesn’t offer you better behavior—He offers you His righteousness.”
 
 
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Carnal or Spiritual: When Knowing Isn’t Growing

What does it really mean to live the Christian life?
Many believers know the Word, attend church, and pray regularly—but still struggle to grow. In this episode, we confront a sobering truth from Scripture: knowledge without surrender leads to spiritual stagnation.
Looking at the church in Corinth, we explore how it’s possible to be deeply taught yet remain carnal—living more like the world than like Christ. This message challenges us to move beyond merely hearing truth and instead yield to the Holy Spirit, allowing God’s Word to transform our lives from the inside out.
God has not only given us His standards—He has given us His Spirit to fulfill them.
Will we remain babes… or grow into spiritual maturity?
 
📝 Show Notes
🔑 Main Theme
Spiritual maturity is not determined by how much truth you know—but by how much truth you obey.
 
📚 Key Points
Knowing is not enoughThe Corinthians were well-taught but remained spiritually immature.
Carnality keeps believers from growingLiving in the flesh prevents the Word from taking root.
Spiritual people are responsive to GodMaturity is seen in surrender, obedience, and transformation.
God provides both the standard and the powerThrough Christ and the Holy Spirit, we are enabled to live righteously.
Yielding determines your walkWalking in the Spirit is a choice—to surrender or resist.
Your life reveals your true conditionOutward fruit reflects inward reality.
 
📖 Scripture References
1 Corinthians 3:1–3 – Carnal vs. spiritual believers
Acts 18:1–11 – Paul’s ministry in Corinth
Romans 1:16 – To the Jew first, then the Gentile
Romans 2:24–29 – True righteousness is inward
Romans 6:13 – Yielding to God
Romans 7:4 – Dead to the law, alive in Christ
Romans 8:1–14 – Walking in the Spirit vs. the flesh
1 John 1:9 – Confession and forgiveness
1 John 3:9 – New nature in Christ
1 Peter 2:24 – Christ fulfilled righteousness
2 Corinthians 2:15–16 – The fragrance of Christ
2 Corinthians 6:10 – Sorrowful yet always rejoicing
 
💡 Key Takeaways
You can be taught deeply and still live shallowly.
Carnality is not ignorance—it is resistance.
God’s commands always come with His provision.
Spiritual growth begins with surrender, not knowledge.
You can walk in righteousness—as often as you choose to yield.
 
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The God of All Comfort: Finding Strength in Every Trial

In Episode 109 of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we dive deep into the biblical meaning of comfort—not as the world defines it, but as God provides it. Through a rich study of 2 Corinthians 1, this episode explores how God Himself is the true source of encouragement, strength, and peace in every affliction.
You’ll discover how the New Testament reveals multiple dimensions of “comfort,” culminating in the powerful truth that God comes alongside us in our need—and uses us to do the same for others.
If you are walking through trial, grief, pressure, or uncertainty, this message will anchor your heart in the unshakable promises of God and remind you: your help is not in yourself—it is in Him.
 
📝 Show Notes
🔑 Key Themes
The deeper meaning of “comfort” in the New Testament
God as the source of all comfort and mercy
Grace and peace as the believer’s supply
Why believers experience suffering
How God uses our trials to minister to others
Trusting God instead of relying on self
The role of the Holy Spirit as our Comforter
Living in victory through Christ—even in hardship
 
📚 Word Study: “Comfort” in the New Testament
This episode explores four Greek words translated as comfort:
Paragoria – to soothe, calm, console
Paramutheomai – to speak encouragement or admonition
Tharseo – “be of good cheer,” look ahead with hope
Parakaleo – to come alongside, strengthen, encourage (most powerful and frequent)
👉 The central idea: God comes alongside His people to strengthen and sustain them.
 
📖 Primary Scripture
2 Corinthians 1:2–10
 
📖 Supporting Scriptures
John 11:19, 31
Philippians 2:1
1 Thessalonians 2:11; 5:14
Hebrews 12:3–4
1 Peter 4:12–13
Ephesians 2:1–3
John 16:33
 
💡 Key Takeaways
God is not just a source of comfort—He is the source.
His comfort is available in all affliction, not just extreme situations.
Trials are not wasted—they prepare us to minister to others.
True peace is found in Christ alone, not circumstances.
Victory is already secured in Jesus—we live from that victory.
Comfort is received through one word: trust.
 
🙌 Practical Application
When facing difficulty, call on God to come alongside you.
Stop relying on your own strength—rest in His supply.
Use your testimony to encourage others in their trials.
Replace anxiety with faith in God’s promises.
Walk daily in the reality that His grace is sufficient.
 
 
 
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When We Fail: God’s Path to Forgiveness and Restoration

What should a believer do after sin enters their life?
In this episode of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we examine the biblical path to dealing with sin, seeking forgiveness, and restoring fellowship with God. Scripture teaches that forgiveness is not merely a quick apology—it begins with recognizing guilt, hating sin, and crying out to God for mercy.
We explore the example of David’s repentance, the heart of God’s mercy, and the freedom that comes when sin is confessed and forgiven. But the conversation goes further: what happens when sin affects other people? The Bible makes it clear that sin is always first against God, yet it often damages relationships with others. True restoration requires humility, repentance, and forgiveness modeled after Christ.
Join us as we examine the high standards of God, the necessity of repentance, and the power of forgiveness to restore peace, fellowship, and spiritual freedom.
 
Show Notes
1. The Reality of Failing God’s Standards
God calls His people to holiness, yet believers often fail. The question is not if failure happens, but how we respond when it does.
True repentance begins when we:
Recognize our guilt
Hate our sin
Turn to God for cleansing
Signs that sin has not been fully dealt with often include:
Loss of spiritual freedom
Weakness in prayer
Lack of joy in God’s Word
Withdrawal from service and worship
 
2. The Path to Forgiveness
Scripture teaches a clear process for restoration:
See your guilt
Hate the sin itself
Cry out to God for mercy
Trust in God’s forgiveness
Rejoice in His mercy
When sin is confessed and forgiven, God restores:
Peace
Fellowship
Freedom in worship
Strength to face the consequences of past sin
 
3. When Sin Involves Other People
Many sins affect others directly. The Ten Commandments reveal this distinction:
The first four commandments focus primarily on our relationship with God.
The last six commandments primarily govern our relationship with other people.
Yet every sin—whether against God or man—is ultimately first against God.
 
4. David’s Example of True Repentance
David’s prayer in Psalm 51 demonstrates the heart of genuine repentance:
Honest confession
Recognition of guilt
Dependence on God’s mercy
David acknowledges that all sin is first against God, even when it affects others.
 
5. Love and Obedience Are Inseparable
Jesus taught that true love for God is demonstrated through obedience.
A believer’s obedience becomes a testimony to the world that they truly love God.
Christ Himself modeled perfect obedience to the Father.
 
6. God’s Discipline and Restoration
When believers sin, God lovingly disciplines His children.
His discipline is not punishment for condemnation, but correction for restoration.
God’s purpose in discipline is:
Holiness
Restoration of fellowship
The peaceable fruit of righteousness
 
7. Forgiving Others as God Forgives
Restoring relationships requires forgiveness.
Scripture warns that refusing to forgive produces destructive attitudes:
Bitterness
Wrath
Anger
Clamor
Evil speaking
Malice
Instead, believers are called to be:
Kind
Tenderhearted
Forgiving
Just as God forgives us through Christ.
 
8. The Result: Peace and Fellowship
When sin is dealt with and forgiveness is extended, the result is:
Peace with God
Peace with others
Restored fellowship
Freedom to worship and serve
The church becomes a place not of perfect people, but of believers who continually forgive and restore one another in Christ.
 
Scripture References
Psalm 51:1–4
Exodus 20:1–17
Matthew 5:27–28
John 14:15
John 14:21–23
John 15:12
Hebrews 12:6–11
Ephesians 4:30–32
John 3:36
 
 
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