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The sermon addresses the spiritual decline in the modern church, arguing that the lack of effectiveness in evangelism and the mediocre quality of Christian life stem from an absence of the Holy Spirit rather than a lack of theological knowledge or effort. It emphasizes that even the disciples, despite their intimate time with Christ, were commanded to wait for the Spirit's empowerment before begin...

The sermon explores the profound influence of the tongue, emphasizing that words possess the power to either build up or destroy the soul. Drawing from the Book of James, the message highlights the danger of double-mindedness and the specific responsibility of preachers to speak only what is grounded in Holy Scripture, avoiding personal opinion or rashness. The central theme calls believers to rec...

This sermon explores the book of Ruth as a testament to God's unwavering faithfulness amidst human suffering and loss. It traces the narrative arc from the emptiness of famine and death in Bethlehem to the fullness of restoration and lineage, highlighting how God works through ordinary means and faithful individuals like Boaz and Ruth. The exposition emphasizes that while the story features human...

This sermon examines the identity of the Lamb in Revelation 5, focusing on the theological significance of His seven horns and seven eyes. The message highlights that the seven horns represent complete authority and power, while the seven eyes, identified as the seven spirits of God, signify perfect, personal, and all-encompassing knowledge. By connecting this imagery to Old Testament prophecies a...

This sermon addresses the anxiety believers may feel following a political election by emphasizing God's absolute sovereignty over human governments. The speaker argues that political shifts are part of God's divine plan, citing biblical examples of wicked rulers like Pharaoh and Nebuchadnezzar to illustrate that God uses such times to display His power and call His people to repentance. Drawing p...

Using Abraham's journey into Egypt in Genesis 12, this message examines how fear can drive believers to make decisions that compromise their faith and obedience to God. Faced with famine, Abraham chose to rely on human reasoning rather than trust the promises God had already given him, leading him to deceive Pharaoh and place his wife Sarai in a vulnerable position. The preacher emphasizes that fe...

This sermon examines the narrative of Esau selling his birthright to Jacob, arguing that the event illustrates the sovereignty of God's election over human merit. The preacher contrasts Esau's profane disregard for the covenant promise with Jacob's inclusion in God's plan, emphasizing that salvation rests entirely on divine purpose rather than human works or foreseen faith. By referencing Romans 9...

The sermon examines the theological reality of spiritual death and total depravity, asserting that unsaved humanity is under the control of Satan and incapable of seeking God without divine intervention. It contrasts this state with the supernatural act of regeneration, where God quickens the dead and raises them to sit in heavenly places with Christ, emphasizing that salvation is entirely a gift...

What is sin? In this sermon on sin from Psalm 107:4–9 titled "The Way, the Truth, and the Life," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones discusses sin and its power but rejoices that hope exists. Sin manifests itself in almost an endless variety of ways, and because sinners fail to recognize this, they often fail to recognize sin when it is right in front of them. Does the Christian recognize sin when it manifests...

"Pride Always Pollutes" Seek • Surrender • Submit • Serve Primary Scriptures: Deuteronomy 10:12–13; Deuteronomy 30:6; Zephaniah 3:1–7; 1 Peter 5:5–11; James 4:6–10; Psalm 143:7–8. Central Truth: Pride always pollutes what grace intends to produce. This message reveals the danger of spiritual self-sufficiency and the necessity of daily dependence upon the Lord. In Deuteronomy 10:12–13, God calls Hi...

This message, based on Isaiah 36-37, focuses on the spiritual battle believers face against Satan's lies and intimidation, using the Assyrian king Sennacherib and his spokesman Rabshakeh as a picture of how the devil attacks God's people. The preacher describes Satan's tactics as a form of "information warfare," seeking to undermine faith by exalting human wisdom, questioning God's Word, attacking...

The sermon explores the theological realities of the afterlife by examining the parable of the rich man and Lazarus in Luke 16. It emphasizes that death acts as a permanent separator, leading to either comfort in Abraham's bosom or conscious torment in hell, where individuals retain memory and desire for relief but lack the ability to change their fate. The message highlights that God provides the...

A Work in Progress, But a Work of God Summary of the Message This message emphasizes the wonderful truth that God is not looking for people who possess all the abilities necessary to accomplish His purposes, but for humble, teachable, surrendered servants who are available to His ability. Through the life of Moses, we discover how God transforms a self-sufficient man into a meek and faithful serva...

In Romans 1:26–27, Paul connects dishonorable passions to humanity's rejection of the Creator. Dave Jenkins explains God's good design for sexuality, the enslaving power of sinful desires, and the call to honor God with our bodies. Read within Romans 1–3, this passage leaves no room for self-righteousness: every sinner needs the righteousness God provides in Christ. This message calls believers to...

This sermon examines Paul's prayer for the Ephesian church, emphasizing that true theological knowledge and spiritual understanding are gifts of divine wisdom and revelation rather than human achievement. The speaker argues that God's supernatural intervention is necessary for salvation, highlighting the resurrection of Christ as the ultimate demonstration of His power over death and all earthly a...

Divine Almightyness/Omnipotence & Wisdom Note - I had a brain lapse at one point when discussing the heresies of William Lane Craig. So, I have included the following definition. Apollinarianism: the heresy that claims Jesus had a human body and soul but not a rational human mind (nous) - Pastor Johnathan

The sermon explores the distinction between worldly wisdom and the hidden wisdom of God, emphasizing that deep spiritual truths are revealed only by the Holy Spirit rather than through human intellect or academic study. It argues that believers possess an internal anointing, or unction, that enables them to discern spiritual matters and understand the Word of God without relying solely on external...

Acts 5:29 "Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men." King James Versio

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for a Spirit-filled family, emphasizing that Christian faith must permeate daily life rather than being confined to Sunday worship. It addresses the specific commands for children to obey and honor their parents, identifying this as the only righteous response that builds a correct attitude toward authority. The message challenges parents to avoid provokin...

This sermon explores the theological mystery of God's sovereign will as revealed in Ephesians 1, emphasizing that salvation is entirely the work of God rather than human effort. The central message highlights redemption through the blood of Jesus Christ as the necessary ransom for sin, arguing that this act satisfies God's justice and demonstrates His grace. The exposition further details the role...

Religious Freedom and the Bible's Freedom of Religion Clause. We are joined by David New (Constitutional Attorney). Topics discussed include: The Biblical Foundation of Religious Freedom. The Image of God and Human Liberty. The Constitution, Property Rights, and Freedom. Stewardship, Responsibility, and the Proper Use of Liberty.

Matthew provides three instances where the disciples misunderstood the purpose and nature of Christ's impending death and resurrection. First, Peter objected to Jesus' death. Next, the disciples sorrowed at His death. Finally, they expressed their selfish ambition for temporal glory. All these errors stemmed from a failure to grasp the spiritual significance of the cross -- its life-saving power!...

This sermon explores the two absolute certainties of human existence: death and judgment, correcting the common cultural notion that death and taxes are the only sure things. It grounds the certainty of judgment in the historical reality of Jesus Christ's resurrection, which validates his claims to divine authority and the role of final judge. The message contrasts the inevitable end of earthly li...

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of approaching God according to His standards rather than human convenience, using the Levitical command to keep the altar fire burning as a central metaphor. It argues that spiritual vitality requires daily, intentional discipline in prayer, Scripture reading, and worship to maintain a continuous dependence on God's presence. The message challenges the casual a...

1 Thess chapter 5 explores the high calling of Christians to refrain from retaliation and instead actively pursue the good of others, even those who have mistreated them. It contrasts the natural human desire for revenge with the supernatural standard set by Jesus in Luke 6, emphasizing that non-retaliation is merely the baseline for Christian maturity. The teaching highlights that returning evil...