Join us for this special episode of Doctrine Dialogues as we sit down with Adrian the Beloved to discuss the 'For The Sake of Your Joy' sermon series. We'll dive into the key takeaways and get answers to the questions that have been on your mind. Tune in and be blessed as we explore the depths of joy in Christ. Shalom!
Adrian the Beloved kicks off by showing the eternalness of the Word, the inherent power of the Word to create, uphold, and perform the will of God, and even override the will of man to ensure God’s purposes stand sure. He explains the Word as the regenerative component of the new birth, and how this same Word becomes a powerful weapon in dealing with the flesh.This sermon reveals the Word of God not only as comfort and guidance, but as a Spirit-empowered instrument that puts the flesh to death. The “flesh” refers to the sinful nature that resists God — it cannot be managed or disciplined; it must be crucified.The Word exposes sin, confronts hidden motives, renews the mind, and forms Christ within. As the Spirit applies the Word, sinful desires lose their grip and obedience becomes delight, not struggle. True spiritual maturity is not measured by how much Scripture we know, but by how much of the flesh is dying and how much of Christ is being revealed.
In this fourth part of Christ’s Finished Work and Christian Consecration, we are reminded that it is God who is at work in us—both to will and to do His good pleasure. Our desire to pursue the things of God is not self-generated; it is evidence of His grace at work within. Recognizing this is to our advantage because it keeps us humble, grateful, and responsive.As the bride of Christ, we're called to live with singular devotion, occupied by one thing: Christ. To delight the Groom, we must let go of the past and purge our hearts of competing loves. Remembering is useful only when it leads to gratitude; otherwise, it's a weight. God desires our affection, not performance—our hearts fully yielded, not divided. When free from competing loves, we become a bride prepared, consecrated, and a dwelling fit for His delight. Listen and be blessed. Shalom.
In this continuation of Christ’s Finished Work and Christian Consecration, we delve into the heart of sanctification—what it means to be set apart and wholly dedicated to God. We learn that sanctification is not a passive process; it is a deliberate journey of aligning our lives with our righteous nature in Christ. It is our response to grace, and it plays a vital role in our Christian walk.We understand that to sanctify ourselves is to choose God daily—to separate from what distracts and devote ourselves to what transforms. The Holy Spirit is actively working in our souls, refining, convicting, and shaping us. We are reminded not to neglect this work, but to cooperate with it, knowing that sanctification is not just about purity—it’s about preparation.
In this message, we are taught what it truly means to be transformed into the image of Christ. We learn that transformation is not automatic—it is intentional. It is our responsibility to renew our minds daily through the Word, refusing to conform to the patterns of this world.We understand that beholding Christ through the Scriptures is how we are changed. As we fix our gaze on Him, the beauty of who He is becomes the goal of our Christian journey. And when we see that clearly, engaging the Word is no longer a burden—it becomes a joy. Transformation becomes delightful, not because it is easy, but because it is love-driven.Let us embrace the grace that changes us, to behold Christ with intention, and to let the Word shape us into His likeness—joyfully, consistently, and beautifully. Shalom.
In this message, we are drawn into the tension between what Christ has already accomplished and what we are called to walk out. We learn that the finished work of Christ is complete—it has secured our salvation, our righteousness, and our identity. But consecration is our response to that finished work. It is how we align our lives with what has already been done.The message reveals that the journey to becoming the spotless bride is not about striving—it’s about yielding. Christ is preparing His Church, and our consecration is part of that preparation. We are called to live clean, set-apart lives not to earn His love, but because we have already received it. The finished work gives us access; consecration keeps us aligned.We understand that transformation happens when we respond rightly to what Christ has done. The spotless bride is not a distant ideal—it is a present invitation. And as we consecrate ourselves daily, we are being made ready not just for usefulness, but for union.
In this message from the For the Sake of Your Joy series, Adrian teaches us the posture of joyful submission and how it transforms our following. We learn that joy is not just a response—it’s a spiritual posture that allows us to receive all that Christ has made available. To follow well, we must first submit well, and that submission is not meant to be heavy—it is meant to be joyful.We understand that God’s leadership structure is a gift. He places us under shepherds for our good, and to reject those He sends is to reject His order. Our response to our pastors reveals the condition of our hearts toward God. It’s not just about obedience—it’s about alignment. When we honor those God has placed over us, we position ourselves to flourish.Shepherds are given to increase our joy, and since joy is how we draw, the message becomes clearer: our transformation is in following, and our joy is found in submission. This is not about control—it’s about care. And when we follow with joy, we are transformed for good. Listen and be blessed. Shalom.
In this sobering installment of the For the Sake of Your Joy series, we confront the deceptive appeal of spiritual independence. The message exposes how the desire to live unaccountable and unpastored—though often disguised as freedom—is actually a path to ruin. Independence from God’s ordained order may feel empowering, but it subtly leads to isolation, vulnerability, and spiritual decline. We understand that being shepherded—having a pastor, a spiritual covering—is not a restriction but a divine provision for our protection, growth, and joy. God’s design places us in spiritual families for our good, and rejecting that order is not just unwise—it is evil. True joy and safety are found in submission to the structure God has established. Listen and be blessed. Shalom.
In this continuation of For the Sake of Your Joy, we go deeper into the divine wisdom behind pastoral care and its essential role in our spiritual well-being. We learn that without a pastor, we risk losing our spiritual health, direction, and protection. God places pastors in our lives to feed us with His Word, guide us in truth, correct us in love, and lead us along paths of righteousness.This episode also highlights our responsibility—to honor and support our pastors so they don’t serve us in grief, which ultimately hinders our own growth. We understand that walking away from pastoral covering isn’t freedom; it’s a disconnection from the very system God designed to nurture us. Most importantly, we discover that one of the greatest purposes of pastoral care is to ensure that Christ is formed and magnified in us.Listen and be realigned with God’s heart for your growth, joy, and transformation. Shalom.
In this message, we uncover the divine wisdom behind pastoral care and its vital role in our Christian lives. We learn that the primary reason God gives us pastors is for the sake of our joy. Jesus is the Chief Shepherd, and in His love, He appoints pastors after His own heart to feed, guide, and protect His flock. Scripture reveals that we are sheep—vulnerable, dependent, and in need of defense—and God’s answer to that need is shepherds who nourish us with His Word.We also see a powerful truth: when God wants something done, He uses men. And when He wants His people cared for, He gives them pastors. Pastoring isn’t a human invention—it’s God’s system for spiritual growth, protection, and joy. This message calls us to fully submit to proper pastoring, so we can live out the truth of Scripture and experience the fullness of life in Christ. Listen and be blessed. Shalom.
In this timely and empowering message for young people, we uncover how God places extraordinary value on youth. Through Scripture, we see how God has always used young men and women to accomplish mighty things. Now is the season for spiritual discipline, zeal, and unwavering devotion—not procrastination. The youthful years are a time for planting deep roots in God, with a harvest destined for maturity.We explore common temptations that seek to derail the youth and learn how to rise above them through the Word and spiritual discipline. Most importantly, we understand why God makes much of us as young people—and what it means to steward that honor wisely. This is a call to action: to embrace your season, pursue God passionately, and walk boldly in the purpose He’s prepared for you. Listen and be blessed. Shalom.
In this message, we uncover the subtle yet destructive impact of unholy alliances—how associating with people and things that don’t reflect God’s heart can derail our walk with Him. Adrian helps us see how these connections often lead us to chase lesser joys and pleasures outside of Christ, opening the door to compromise and idolatry. We explore how idolatry isn’t just about golden statues, but anything we place above God in our hearts. Through this message, we're reminded to guard our associations and remain rooted in God’s presence, choosing the lasting joy and fulfillment only He provides. Listen and be equipped to walk faithfully and free.
In this episode, Adrian reveals a powerful truth: we’re not called to fight the devil, but to resist him. The real battle lies within, as the flesh becomes the enemy's greatest weapon. But the key to overcoming isn’t striving—it’s beholding. As we fix our gaze on the beauty of Jesus in wonder, the Holy Spirit ignites a greater desire within us, one that overwhelms the cravings of the flesh. Victory comes not by willpower but by wonder—beholding the magnificence of Jesus and His loveliness. The Holy Spirit does the work as we gaze in wonder and simply yield to Him.
In this message, Adrian guides us through the truth that our Heavenly Father desires our happiness and possesses the wisdom to provide us with good things. However, when we settle for fleeting pleasures of the world, we risk facing consequences that can alter our destiny. This is what he refers to as the bitter aftertaste of lesser joys.We delve into how the adversary deceives us, presenting sin as more appealing than God. To counteract this, Adrian emphasizes the importance of valuing and esteeming God above all else. He explains that holding Jesus in the highest reverence transforms our perspective, and choosing His path over the world’s leads to a life of fulfillment, purpose, and enduring joy. Join us as we gain a deeper understanding and embrace genuine joy in God.
In this episode, we uncover the truth about joy and pleasure—how God designed them to be fully experienced in Him. God desires for us to be happy and fulfilled, and He created pleasure to be found in His presence. However, when we seek joy outside of Him, we settle for lesser pleasures, perverted by the enemy, that leave us empty and unsatisfied. These lesser joys create an endless cycle of craving, never truly satisfying our souls. But there is an antidote—the perfect joy found in God. When we seek pleasure in Him, we experience true fulfillment, the way He intended. Join us as we explore this powerful truth and embrace the joy that never fades.
In this message, Adrian exposes the quiet danger of forgetting, how it weakens our faith and distorts our view of God. We learn that forgetting is not passive; it is destructive. When we lose sight of what God has done, we begin to question His goodness. Doubt and unbelief often creep in, not because God has changed, but because we have forgotten.The message also draws our attention to the people God has used to shape our journey—fathers, mentors, benefactors. To forget them is not just careless; it is evil. Honoring those who have labored over us is part of our spiritual integrity. Their investment in our lives must be remembered, acknowledged, and celebrated.This is the call: to remember well, to honor deeply, and to guard our hearts against the subtle erosion of forgetfulness. Because when we remember, our faith is strengthened, our gratitude is restored, and our walk remains anchored in truth. Listen and be blessed. Shalom.
In this sermon, Adrian unfolds the depth of divine love and compassion revealed through the life of Jesus and the heart of the Father. Drawing from Scripture, he shows how Christ’s compassion broke through social and ritual barriers, revealing a God who draws near to the weak and weary. Adrian invites listeners to behold God not as distant, but as a loving Father who genuinely cares for His children and calls them to trust His providence rather than yield to anxiety. The message climaxes with a powerful unveiling of the Action, the Amplitude, the Anchor, and the Assurance of God’s love—each portraying His faithful provision and steadfast heart toward His people. It’s a call to rest, to trust, and to cast every care upon the One who cares unfailingly.
In this message, we are taught how to engage faith effectively and remove the hindrances that make it unproductive. We learn that faith is not optional, it is the very medium through which we received salvation. There is no such thing as a faithless believer. The same faith that Jesus had is the same faith we’ve been given; the question is whether we know how to use it.Faith is a positive response to what God has said. It is agreement with His will, and that agreement is what brings manifestation. We all have faith, but we must learn how to make it work, how to align with God’s Word and demand what is rightfully ours. Doubt weakens faith, but clarity and conviction strengthen it.We are taught to divorce our faith from anything that makes it inoperative—fear, distraction, unbelief. Faith must be anchored in Christ. When we look to Jesus, our faith finds its footing. And when we understand what has been made available, we can draw from it with boldness.
In this message, Adrian unfolds the weighty call from mere obligation into joyful devotion, anchored in the soon appearing of our Lord Jesus Christ. He begins by showing that the born-again experience brings a complete salvation to only one-third of us — our spirit. This reality presses upon us the need for daily devotion, where the soul is renewed and the body kept under discipline, until the day of full redemption.From there, the teaching turns to the Bride of Christ: a people being prepared without spot or wrinkle. Our devotion, then, is not optional; it is urgent. For His appearing is near, and the Church must be presented in holiness, adorned in love. What begins as “duty” is transformed into “delight” as we see that devotion is not drudgery, but bridal preparation.This message calls every believer to live with holy urgency, cultivating intimacy with Christ each day, so that when He comes, we may be found ready — a bride pure, joyful, and waiting in love.Be blessed as you listen. Shalom.
In today’s message, we come to a deeper understanding of the significance of the Holy Communion and the spiritual realities it represents. The Communion is not a ritual—it is a divine access point into everything Christ paid for: healing, peace, provision, righteousness, and intimacy with God.We learned that we are already qualified to partake—not by our works, but by Christ’s finished work. The key is not in earning access, but in understanding what we’ve been given and approaching the table worthily, in a manner that pleases God. Worthiness is not perfection—it is reverence, faith, and alignment. When we come to the table with understanding, we unlock the full power of the meal and step into the inheritance that has already been secured for us.