Legacy Bible Podcast

A Living Hope: Our Inheritance in Christ

Rev. Chuck Rains opens 1 Peter 1 to offer a rich and hope-filled message on the believer's inheritance in Christ. In a world marked by trial and impermanence, we are reminded that the resurrection of Jesus guarantees a living hope—an incorruptible inheritance reserved in heaven. This episode explores what truly matters: not earthly possessions, but our eternal relationship with Jesus. Be strengthened to walk through trials with faith, knowing that joy, peace, and eternal glory await all who are His.

 

📋 Show Notes:

• Scripture Focus: 1 Peter 1:3–9, John 14, Revelation 1 & 3, 1 Thessalonians 4
• Key Themes:
  • A living hope through the resurrection
  • Our eternal inheritance in Christ
  • Joy in trials and the purpose of suffering
  • The return of Jesus and eternal relationship with Him
  • Invitation to receive the water of life freely
• Highlights:
  • Why you can rejoice even during hardship
  • The nature of heavenly inheritance vs. earthly possessions
  • God's purpose in your trials: for His glory and your growth
  • The joy of knowing and being known in eternity
  • A call to invite others to drink from the water of life

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The Unchanging God and His Unfailing Love

In today’s episode, Pastor Chuck Rains walks us through the powerful dialogue in the Book of Job, exposing a deep misunderstanding of God's nature—specifically, Elihu’s flawed belief that suffering is always a sign of sin. Through careful teaching and scriptural references from Job, Psalms, Malachi, Hebrews, and Romans, Pastor Rains reveals a greater truth: God does not change, and His love is not conditional upon our circumstances.

God’s righteousness, power, and position are eternal—but so is His mercy and nearness. In a world where suffering and injustice often seem to prevail, we are reminded that God's love is not distant or impersonal. He is present. He gives us His Spirit so we can know His heart, access His presence, and be confident that nothing can separate us from His love in Christ Jesus.

Key Scripture References:

• Job 35–36
• Psalm 90, 102
• Hebrews 13:8
• Malachi 3:6
• Romans 8:31–39
• 1 Corinthians 2
• Ephesians 1:13–14

Main Topics:

• God’s immutability (unchanging nature)
• Misconceptions about suffering and divine justice
• The indwelling of the Holy Spirit
• Assurance of God's love
• How to worship God in both His glory and intimacy

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All audio sermons were previously recorded at the Fellowship Bible Church and recorded on cassette tape and transferred into digital format.
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The Fast That God Chooses: True Worship in Action

Title: The Fast That God Chooses: True Worship in Action
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 58:6–12
Preacher: Rev. Chuck Rains
Date: February 3, 1991

In this deeply convicting sermon, Rev. Chuck Rains unpacks Isaiah 58, challenging us to see “fasting” not as a mere religious ritual, but as a lifestyle of true worship. God’s chosen fast isn’t about abstaining from food—it’s about a life of justice, compassion, and sacrificial love.

Pastor Rains explores:

• What it means to break the yokes of oppression.
• How love is expressed through meeting the needs of others.
• Why our treatment of family reflects the authenticity of our faith.
• The personal cost and eternal rewards of living a life of true devotion.

Using stories from his childhood on the farm, Pastor Rains highlights how injustice within the family can wound deeply—and how healing comes through selfless giving and Christ-like love. If you’ve ever wondered what kind of worship pleases God, this episode offers clarity, conviction, and encouragement to walk in righteousness and love.

 

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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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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 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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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.

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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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 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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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 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 Legacy
Preacher: Rev. Chuck Rains
Date: June 17, 1990
Scripture Reference: Genesis 18:19
Theme: 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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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.