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The sermon examines Psalm 15 as a divine answer to the question of who is qualified to dwell in God's presence, contrasting the universal human corruption described in Psalm 14 with the perfect character of Jesus Christ. It argues that Christ is the only individual who fulfills every requirement of the psalm, serving as the spotless Lamb who bore the sins of humanity to open access to God's holy m...

This sermon examines Deuteronomy 12 and 13, emphasizing the command for Israel to destroy pagan worship sites and establish centralized worship at the place chosen by the Lord. The central theme is the exclusivity of God's claim on His people, illustrated by the repeated phrase "the Lord your God," which highlights a personal and possessive relationship rather than a distant deity. The text warns...

What was the sin of Nadab and Abihu, and what does their shocking judgment teach us about worship, obedience, and the holiness of God today? In Leviticus 10:1–3, we read how these two priests offered "strange fire" before the LORD—something "which he commanded them not." Their tragic account provides a sobering warning about the danger of approaching God according to human preferences rather than...

This sermon explores the promise of the Holy Spirit as the 'Comforter' who abides with believers forever, addressing the disciples' need for aid in the face of Jesus' impending departure. It identifies the Spirit as the Helper and Spirit of Truth, emphasizing His permanence and indwelling presence which contrasts with the temporary physical presence of Christ. The message highlights that the world...

Sermon Notes "Changed by Christ" Acts 22:11-21 I. Chosen by Grace (11-16) II. Called to Witness (17-20) III. Sent Out by Jesus (21)

This sermon explores the theological purpose of God's eternal election as presented in Ephesians 1:3-6, arguing that believers were chosen for holiness, adoption, and the praise of God's glory. The message clarifies that salvation is not merely about forgiveness but involves a transformative process where grace produces obedience, countering both legalism and antinomianism. It emphasizes the famil...

(1) Praise His Name; (2) Ascribe Holiness to Him; (3) Rejoice Before Him

And when he had made a scourge of small cords, **he drove them all out of the temple**, and the sheep, and the oxen; and poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables; (John 2:15) *1/ What our bodies were designed to be and what they are since the fall. 2/ The coming of our Lord to his temple. 3/ The cleansing of the temple of our bodies.* **Sermon summary:** The sermon explores the the...

As we continue to consider Heaven in the future... We ask the question, what exactly will we be like, in Heaven in the future? And the Apostle Paul (the Holy Spirit) answers!

The sermon explores the believer's confidence in God by examining 1 Peter 1:17, which calls Christians to live with reverence during their earthly sojourn. It contrasts the fragility of worldly systems like government and education with the unchanging nature of God, who is both a loving Father and a righteous Judge. The message emphasizes that God is not a respecter of persons, judging everyone im...

Jesus' final words to His disciples in John 16, focus on the promise of peace amidst worldly tribulation. The central message asserts that while sorrow is inevitable in this fallen world, the joy found in Christ is permanent and cannot be taken away. The text highlights the theological necessity of the Trinity for salvation, arguing that only through the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit can sin be ato...

Regardless of our circumstances, the Christian is to pursue peaceful relationships with others and holiness.

This sermon addresses the danger of legalism, described as the 'ditch on the right' that Christians must avoid while pursuing a life of obedience to God's commandments. The central argument is that legalism arises from a false theological separation between salvation and sanctification, treating the Christian life as a two-stage process rather than an organic outgrowth of the Gospel. By relying on...

At the start of a race, runners must not jump the gun, but wait for the right moment. The gun fires, then the race begins. In the case of a race, the timing is a practical matter of fairness. In the case of Jesus' disciples, in Luke 24:48–49, Jesus gave them a great commission and then told them to stay put, to wait in the city. But why? They waited until they were clothed with power from on high....

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PM sermons are preceded by a Confessional, Catechism, Historic Creed lesson, or a lesson from the NT (Usually 5 minutes or so) WCF 5:1 God, the great Creator of all things, doth uphold, direct, dispose, and govern all creatures, actions, and things, from the greatest even to the least, by his most wise and holy providence, according to his infallible fore-knowledge and the free and immutable couns...

This sermon explores the practical wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 10 for navigating the unpredictability and brokenness of the fallen world. It presents six key principles for living well, including maintaining composure under erratic authority, applying wisdom to avoid danger, exercising restraint in speech, cultivating diligence to prevent decay, stewarding resources wisely, and maintaining integr...