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Dr. Alan Cairns delivers the third message in a series titled 'Living Clean in an Unclean World,' focusing on Psalm 119:11: 'Thy word have I hid in my heart, that I might not sin against thee.' He emphasizes that spiritual victory over sin and Satan's schemes requires more than mere intention—it demands deliberate preparation through the daily hiding of God's Word in the heart. Drawing from biblical examples like Jesus' resistance to temptation and the life of a godly elder named Jimmy, Cairns illustrates how consistent, intentional engagement with Scripture equips believers to resist temptation, foresee spiritual attacks, and live with purpose. He critiques modern Christianity's obsession with 'fun' and busyness, contrasting it with the disciplined, joy-filled pursuit of God's truth. The message calls Christians to prioritize Scripture not as a chore but as the essential foundation for holy living and spiritual resilience.
Hiding God's Word in your heart is not passive reading but active internalization through faith, memory, and affection.
Spiritual warfare requires preparation: knowing Scripture by heart enables immediate, effective resistance to temptation.
Busyness and the pursuit of 'fun' often replace deep Bible study, leading to spiritual defeat and emptiness.
True Christian joy comes from disciplined communion with God, not from entertainment or convenience.
The Bible is not just a book to be read—it's a living, active guide that forewarns, preserves, and transforms.
Introduction and Devotional Thought
The episode opens with a welcome from Let the Bible Speak Radio, introducing the series on living clean in an unclean world. A devotional reflection from Charles Haddon Spurgeon is shared, emphasizing hope in Christ and the promise of joy after trials.
The Reformation and the Bible's Central Role
Dr. Cairns highlights the Protestant Reformation's emphasis on Scripture alone, underscoring the Bible's authority in faith and practice. He promotes a free booklet on the Reformation from the Trinitarian Bible Society.
The Power of Hiding God's Word in the Heart
“You can't hide the Word in your heart if you're not taking time with the Bible. You're five minutes glancing over the Bible where you read and you forget what you've read.”
The Danger of Busyness and Spiritual Neglect
“People are running around like headless chickens. You ever see a headless chicken? Man, that thing's going round and round and round. It has speed and energy like you never saw. Of course it's dead.”
The Example of Jimmy: A Life of Devotion
“I have an appointment with the King of Kings. I have an appointment at the throne of grace. And Jimmy would take that Bible, he would go get alone with God and you could have been the King of England...”
“People are running around like headless chickens. You ever see a headless chicken? Man, that thing's going round and round and round. It has speed and energy like you never saw. Of course it's dead.”
“I have an appointment with the King of Kings. I have an appointment at the throne of grace. And Jimmy would take that Bible, he would go get alone with God and you could have been the King of England...”
“You can't hide the Word in your heart if you're not taking time with the Bible. You're five minutes glancing over the Bible where you read and you forget what you've read.”
Host
Guest
Dr. Alan Cairns
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Jimmy
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Psalm 119
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Free Presbyterian Church of North America
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Let the Bible Speak Radio
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Charles Haddon Spurgeon
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Charles Kelsch
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James 1:23-24
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Isaiah 28:26
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Proverbs 2:10-11
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