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In Haggai 2:20-23, having spoken of the present covenant blessings that would flow from the rebuilding work, Haggai then looked forward to the ultimate significance of the work they had begun.

This sermon explores the radical newness of Christ's ministry as depicted in Mark 2, emphasizing that Jesus does not fit into the old religious structures of the Pharisees or John the Baptist. The central argument is that Christ's presence brings a decisive shift in redemption history, requiring a complete transformation of the believer's life rather than a mere addition to existing habits. The te...

This sermon examines Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount regarding divorce, arguing that marriage is a sacred covenant rather than a mere civil contract. Benjamin contrasts the ancient practice of issuing 'paper divorces' for trivial reasons with the biblical call for lifelong, sacrificial commitment, noting that only sexual immorality legitimately breaks this bond. By referencing Genesis,...

For Reformation week 2026, Pastor Josh exhorts us to Reformation piety from Romans 12:1–3. The basis of our sanctification is the double benefit of Christ's life and death.

This sermon examines the theological dangers of pragmatism as a worldview, arguing that it reduces moral decision-making to a relativistic calculation of outcomes rather than obedience to God's Word. By contrasting the disobedience of King Saul with the repentant heart of David, the teaching illustrates how pragmatic reasoning leads to spiritual compromise and the loss of divine favor. The discuss...

This sermon examines the theological dangers of pragmatism, defining it as a relativistic worldview that prioritizes anticipated outcomes over divine command. By contrasting the disobedience of King Saul with the repentant heart of David, the teaching illustrates how pragmatic reasoning leads to moral compromise and spiritual dead ends. The analysis extends to the golden calf incident in Exodus an...

During the time when the outlook for the people of Jerusalem and Judea looked particularly bleak, the prophet Jeremiah, in obedience to the Word of God, bought a piece of land, thereby indicating his faith in God's Word.

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? (Romans 8:35) *1/ The love of Christ set before us in the Gospel. 2/ The love of Christ felt and evidenced. 3/ The inseparable love of Christ - the comfort of God's people.* **Sermon summary:** The sermon explores the unbreakable bond between God and His peopl...

Three things to note about our duty: It is a duty that is required. Both the Catechism and our passage in Micah say it is required. This ought to be obvious to you, but too often it is not. You are sorely mistaken if you think serving God is just a matter of personal preference.

Gratitude is more than a response to favorable circumstances. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins explains how biblical thanksgiving grows from God's character and the saving work of Jesus Christ. Drawing on 1 Thessalonians 5:18 and Colossians 3:15–17, he considers gratitude in suffering, the danger of entitlement, and the daily practice of remembering God's ordinary merci...

A devotional presents Nehemiah's prayer as a lesson in overcoming discouragement. But is that what Nehemiah 1 is actually teaching? We examine the devotional alongside the biblical text, exploring its historical context, Israel's covenant relationship with God, and the promises behind Nehemiah's prayer. What happens when we turn a passage about God's covenant faithfulness into a lesson about perso...

This message traces the historical trajectory of the Reformation from the European continent to England, highlighting the pivotal role of the separatists who refused to wait for state permission to form biblical congregations. It examines the lives of key figures such as William Tyndale, Robert Brown, and John Smith, illustrating how their conviction led to the emergence of Baptist churches throug...

This study examines Revelation 10 as a prophetic interlude that parallels the commissioning of Ezekiel, emphasizing the internalization of God's word through the imagery of eating a little scroll. The discussion explores the identity of the strong angel, likely a Christophany, and the significance of the rainbow as a sign of covenant faithfulness amidst impending judgment. It addresses the theolog...

Our faith impacts and informs all areas of our life, there is no neutrality.

Semper Reformanda: Always reforming. While our doctrine is settled we are not, personally or corporately.