In this powerful continuation of last week's message on "A Mother's Love," Pastor Raines turns our attention to the role of fathers in the home, the church, and the world. Originally preached on May 27, 1990, this timeless message explores the difference between worldly fatherhood and God's kind of father—one grounded in love, obedience, and reverence for God's Word.

Through the sobering story of Eli and his sons from 1 Samuel 2, Pastor Raines offers biblical insight into the consequences of passive fatherhood and the vital responsibility fathers have in leading spiritually. Learn how to become a father who honors God, teaches truth, and lives out faith with conviction.

Whether you're a father, hope to be one, or simply want to better understand God's design for fatherhood, this message will challenge and encourage you.

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Podcast Title: The Legacy Bible Podcast – Episode 61 Title: The Perfect Love of a Mother: Lessons from Ruth

Episode Description: In this heartfelt episode, originally preached on May 20, 1990, Pastor Chuck Rains shares profound insights into the enduring and sacrificial love of a mother, as illustrated in the Book of Ruth. Though technically the third part in a series on motherhood, this message stands powerfully on its own, diving into Naomi and Ruth's relationship as a model of spiritual and maternal love. With tenderness and biblical depth, Pastor Rains explores how godly love is perfected through trust in the Lord, even in the face of trials, loss, and uncertain futures.

Whether you're a mother, daughter, or simply someone reflecting on family and faith, this episode will encourage you to understand love not just as emotion, but as a deliberate, sacrificial commitment rooted in God's design.

Show Notes:

• Host: Marcus Onate
• Speaker: Reverend Chuck Rains
• Original Sermon Date: May 20, 1990
• Scripture Focus: Book of Ruth

Key Themes and Topics:

• The spiritual significance of Naomi and Ruth’s relationship
• How trials refine and reveal the depth of a mother’s love
• Naomi's sacrificial guidance and Ruth's committed loyalty
• God's providence through obedience and relational love
• Practical insights into how mothers and children can reflect God’s love in their choices

Takeaways:

• Love is more than feeling—it is action, commitment, and trust in God.
• God honors sacrificial love and obedience, even when the future is unclear.
• The legacy of faith and love can extend far beyond our own lives, as seen in Ruth becoming part of Christ’s lineage.

Mentioned Resources:

• Deuteronomy 7:3, 23:3 (regarding Moabites and God's law)
• Matthew 1 (genealogy of Jesus including Ruth)
• Hebrews 12 (discipline and righteousness)

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Legacy Bible Podcast - Episode 60: A Mother's Love (Part 1)

Welcome back to the Legacy Bible Podcast with your host, Marcus Onate

In this episode, we delve into the archives of Fellowship Bible Church in Joliet, Illinois, moving into the 1990s. With Mother's Day just around the corner (next week!), Marcus brings us a timely message titled "A Mother's Love," presented on May 6, 1990.

In this episode (Part 1), we hear Pastor Rains discuss:

• The profound subject of a mother's love, which will be explored in two parts, leading up to Mother's Day next week.
• How the Lord prepares our hearts to understand the design and significance of motherhood.
• A powerful teaching from scripture: Proverbs 17:12 - "Let a bear robbed of her welps meet a man rather than a fool in his folly."
• An exploration of the unique and fierce protectiveness inherent in a mother's love, drawing a parallel to a mother bear defending her cubs.
• The contrast between this instinctual love and the predictable foolishness of a fool.

Join us next week for Part 2 of "A Mother's Love" as we continue to reflect on the importance and depth of a mother's love.

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In this episode, Pastor Chuck Rains opens up Matthew 16 to explore the true identity of Jesus Christ. The message traces Christ's role from the Old Testament sacrificial system to His New Testament mission as the Messiah and Savior. Pastor Raines emphasizes that Jesus wasn't merely a prophet or good man — He is the Son of the Living God, the fulfillment of the Law, and the only perfect sacrifice for humanity's sin.

Key Themes:

• Christ in the Old Testament Sacrifices: Review of the five main sacrifices and how they symbolized Christ's future work.
• Who Do Men Say That I Am? (Matthew 16:13-20): Jesus questions His disciples about public opinion and receives Peter’s Spirit-revealed confession — "You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God."
• From Kingdom to Cross: Although Jesus was the promised King, His mission first required the cross — not a crown — because of mankind’s need for salvation.
• God’s Plan Over Man’s Plan: Peter’s initial rebuke ("this shall not be unto thee") and Christ’s sharp correction: "Get thee behind me, Satan." God's plan of redemption required the cross.
• Victory Through the Cross: Christ's death was not defeat but divine victory, proven through the Resurrection.
• Personal Application: Believers are called to take up their own cross daily, rejecting worldly values and identifying with Christ’s suffering and mission.

Scripture References:

• Matthew 16:13–28
• Isaiah 42:8
• Romans 1
• 1 Peter 2:6
• Acts 2 and Acts 10
• Luke 9

Notable Quotes:

"You cannot serve God on your own terms. You're going to have to seek God's forgiveness first."

"The resurrection proves it. It proves that God accepted His sacrifice and that death couldn't hold Him."

"Take up your cross daily. Live not tied to this world’s values but tied to the love and glory of the one who died in your place."

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• Full episode transcripts (up to episode 51 available)

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🎙️ Episode Title: The Shepherd King: God's Will in God's Way

📅 Original Sermon Date: August 20, 1989 📖 Series: The Life of David 👤 Speaker: Pastor Chuck Rains 🎧 Hosted by: Marcus Onate 🎚️ Archive Source: Fellowship Bible Church Tape Archives

📌 Summary:

In this sermon from 2 Samuel 5, Pastor Rains explores how David's rise to kingship illustrates the importance of doing God’s will in God’s way. While David was clearly God’s chosen, the path to his rightful reign required faith, patience, and integrity—not manipulation or force. Pastor Rains contrasts David's approach with those who acted out of self-will, like Abner, Joab, and the assassins of Ish-bosheth, emphasizing that divine purpose must never be fulfilled through fleshly means.

🧠 Key Themes:

• God’s Sovereignty in Leadership David was anointed to lead—not by man’s appointment, but by God’s call.
• The Danger of Doing God's Work Man's Way Examples from Abner and Ish-bosheth highlight how personal agendas lead to destruction.
• David’s Integrity and Restraint Even when given the chance, David refused to take the throne by violence or vengeance.
• Shepherding Over Kingship God called David not just to rule, but to shepherd His people—leading, feeding, and protecting them.
• Christ as the Ultimate Shepherd King Through David’s story, we see a shadow of Jesus, the Good, Great, and Chief Shepherd, who leads in love and righteousness.

📖 Scripture References:

• 2 Samuel 2–5
• James 1:10 – “The wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.”
• Psalm 51:4 – “That thou mightest be justified when thou speakest…”
• Matthew 6:33 – “Seek ye first the kingdom of God…”
• Isaiah 40:9–11 – A prophetic picture of Christ as Shepherd
• John 10 – Jesus, the Good Shepherd
• 1 Peter 5 – Instructions for church leaders to shepherd the flock
• Hebrews 13:20–21 – Benediction referencing Jesus as the Great Shepherd

🧾 Notable Quotes:

“You don't accomplish the will of God by the power of your flesh.”

“If God put him there, God has to remove him.”

“David had to learn that if he was going to be king God’s way, he had to first be a shepherd.”

“Love knows no limit.”

🙏 Application:

This episode challenges listeners to examine how they pursue their calling—whether in leadership, family, ministry, or daily life. Are we seeking to fulfill God's purpose by relying on our own strength and timing? Or are we walking in humility, patience, and surrender, allowing God to lead?

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🎙️ Resurrection : Victory of Joy 📖 Luke 18:9–14 | ✝️ A Sermon by Rev. Chuck Rains | April 12, 1998

Join us for a meaningful Easter Sunday message delivered by Rev. Chuck Rains, titled “The Man Who Thought He Was Righteous.” In this sermon, originally preached on April 12, 1998, we revisit Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector—a timeless story that speaks directly to the heart of the Gospel.

As the tomb stands empty and we rejoice in the resurrection of Christ, Rev. Rains brings us back to the foundation of our faith: humility, repentance, and the incredible mercy of God. Through the contrast of a proud Pharisee and a broken tax collector, we are challenged to examine our own hearts. Are we standing before God based on our own perceived righteousness—or are we crying out, “God, be merciful to me, a sinner”?

This sermon not only captures the spirit of Easter—the triumph of grace over sin—but also offers a sobering and transformative reminder: only those who come to God in humility will be lifted up. The cross levels the ground for all, and the resurrection offers new life to those who believe.

Whether you’re a long-time believer or simply curious about the Christian faith, this Easter message offers encouragement, conviction, and the hope of redemption found only in Jesus Christ.

💬 “For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” – Luke 18:14

🕊️ Tune in, reflect deeply, and let this Easter Sunday message renew your understanding of God’s amazing grace.

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Join us as we explore the complexities of King David’s walk with God, examining his struggles with sin, deception, and moral failures. Through an in-depth study of scripture, we discuss how David’s choices affected his life, his kingdom, and his relationship with the Lord. Despite his transgressions, David’s story is one of redemption and God’s boundless mercy. Tune in for a compelling discussion on sin, consequences, and the grace that offers restoration.

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In this episode of the Legacy Bible Podcast, we delve into a profound sermon titled "Anointed and Unshaken Faith, Power and Redemption," delivered by Reverend Chuck Rains on July 2, 1989, at the Fellowship Bible Church. Pastor Rains takes us through the final moments of King Saul's life, highlighting the grave consequences of touching God’s anointed. He draws parallels between the Philistines' disregard for God’s authority and the importance of recognizing the divine calling in our lives. Through the lens of scripture, Pastor Rains emphasizes the significance of obedience to God and the dangers of sin, reminding us that God’s discipline is both just and necessary. The episode also reflects on the courage of the valiant men of Jabesh Gilead, who honored Saul’s memory amidst the chaos, showcasing the importance of standing firm in faith and honoring God’s chosen leaders. This powerful message serves as a reminder of the grace and redemption available through Christ, urging listeners to embrace their identity as God’s anointed and to walk in His ways.

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