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Stand Firm & Act Like Men

Be Watchful

Date
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Preacher
Pastor Joby Martin
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What happens when the defender steps down from the wall?

We are at war. Not against flesh and bloodbut against an enemy who would love nothing more than to take men out of the fight. In this message, Pastor Joby calls men to be watchful, stand firm in the faith, and act like men as commanded in 1 Corinthians 16:1314.

From pride and worry to laziness, isolation, and lustthe enemy uses every tactic to destroy those called to protect and provide. But even when we fail, the gospel reminds us: failure is not final. God Himself restores, confirms, strengthens, and establishes His sons for the battle ahead.

If youve ever felt distracted, defeated, or distant from your calling, this message is a wake-up call to get back on the wall and fight for what matters mostyour faith, your family, and your future.

Are you watching out, or have you let your guard down?

Episode Mentions:

Scripture Passage: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, 1 Peter 5:6-11

Preacher: Pastor Joby Martin

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