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Who shut the door of the ark, Noah or the LORD, and what was left for the men outside when it closed? Read Luke 13:25 and ask what the master of the house says to those who stand without and knock: "I know you not whence ye are" (Luke 13:25). Then ask whether the men who had watched the ark built for all those years thought anything had changed that day. "And they that went in, went in male and fe...

With John 1:1–18; 14:15–26 and with Articles 10-11 of the Belgic Confession, we focus on the Second and Third Persons of the Trinity. Pastor Martijn Heijboer preaches the true and eternal Godhead of Christ, the true and eternal Godhead of the Spirit, and the true and eternal comfort of Both.

This sermon explores the identity and authority of the Messiah through the lens of Psalm 110, identifying Him as the highest person in existence. The central argument presents Christ as simultaneously God, King, and Priest, a unique combination that distinguishes Him from all earthly rulers and Levitical priests. The preacher emphasizes that Christ currently rules from heaven, making His people wi...

The sermon explores the imperative to maintain good works as a response to salvation rather than a means to achieve it. It emphasizes the necessity of remembering one's past in sin to cultivate humility, recognizing the pardon of God's mercy to rest in grace, and acknowledging one's new position in Christ through the renewing work of the Holy Spirit. The message highlights that believers are justi...

This sermon explores the nature of gospel ministry through the lens of 1 Timothy 4:9-13, emphasizing that faithful service involves enduring reproach while trusting in the living God as the ultimate reward. The message highlights the non-negotiable requirement for ministers to command and teach with that delegated authority from Christ, rejecting the modern tendency toward individualism and compro...

Read: Hebrews 5:1–10; Hebrews 9:11–14; Philippians 2:4-11 Text: Lord's Day 15 The work of the Spirit in the life and death of Christ who, as true man: 1. learned obedience through what He suffered (Heb 5:8) 2. rendered obedience through the Holy Spirit (Heb 9:14)

This sermon is part of an ongoing verse by verse study through I Corinthians 2, dealing with the effectual and necessary work of God the Holy Spirit in revealing Christ as the Word of Life to every object of His eternal love.

We use the word Redeem frequently and almost certainly too casually… It is a word and concept that is worth the time that it take to absorb, for there is a sweep of grandeur we can only faintly grasp on the edges of our spirits holds wonders we can never comprehend, but there is much here which can be understood…

This sermon examines the profound influence and destructive potential of human speech, drawing primarily from James 3. It argues that the tongue serves as a diagnostic tool for genuine faith, as an unbridled tongue reveals a heart disconnected from the gospel. The message highlights the paradox of the tongue's small size versus its capacity to cause immense spiritual and relational damage, compari...

The spirit of man needs to be changed to love and serve the Lord. The spirit in the Bible can also refer to an evil spirit which is of the devil. The devil is still very active today and it is important to know the Lord and be directed by Him rather than being a play thing for the devil.

After the 5 walks of Ephesians comes standing against spiritual wickedness. First know that the Holy Spirit within you is greater than Satan & his demons. Then know that the Spirit thru Paul tells you that wearing the whole armor of God further enables you to stand.

The Spirit as "Sign, Source & Seal. 1. The Holy Spirit as the sign of our past Salvation: "Justification", (v9) 2. The Holy Spirit as the Source of our present Salvation: "Sanctification", (v10) 3. The Holy spirit as the Seal of our Future Salvation: "Glorification", (v11)

How can we face the uncertainty, suffering, and immortality of this present life with eternity in view? Because God has prepared an eternal dwelling for us, and given us his spirit as the guarantee we can face this temporary life with a certainty of everlasting life.

The sermon explores the necessity of spiritual rebirth through the dialogue between Jesus and Nicodemus in John chapter 3. It contrasts the religious status of Nicodemus with the transformative power of the Gospel, arguing that human effort and religious tradition are insufficient for entering the kingdom of God. By referencing the life of the Apostle Paul and the prophecy in Ezekiel 36, the messa...

The sermon explores the internal conflict between the flesh and the Spirit as described in Galatians 5, emphasizing that the works of the flesh are rooted in selfishness and self-gratification. It presents sanctification as a lifelong process where believers must actively cooperate with the Holy Spirit to mortify sin and cultivate righteousness. Using the agricultural metaphor of a cultivated fiel...

This sermon examines the inevitability of worldly hatred toward believers, rooted in the fact that Christians are chosen out of the world to belong to Jesus. It contrasts the secular worldview, described through Hegelian philosophy as driven by alienation and conflict, with the Gospel's offer of true recognition and peace through humility and faith. The message emphasizes that while persecution is...

This sermon explores the biblical call for Christian couples to embody distinct roles that reflect the relationship between Christ and the church. It instructs wives to embrace a lifestyle of joyful submission and a gentle spirit, trusting in God's sovereignty even when their husbands fail to lead well. Conversely, husbands are challenged to lead with understanding, honoring their wives as the wea...

The sermon explores the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints, asserting that God who begins a good work in the elect will complete it until the day of Christ. It distinguishes between the instantaneous act of regeneration and the ongoing process of sanctification, emphasizing that the spiritually dead cannot respond to the gospel without the Holy Spirit's intervention. The preacher illustrat...

This sermon examines the opening of the Gospel of Mark to establish the identity of Jesus Christ as the divine Son of God and the appointed Messiah. It argues that the title 'Son of God' signifies His full participation in the divine nature, supported by early church creeds and New Testament theology, rather than merely a human role or social influence. The exposition highlights John the Baptist's...

This sermon introduces a series on Ephesians by examining the opening verses to define the identity and sustenance of God's people. It argues that Christians are defined not by moral perfection or self-ownership, but as saints and believers who are savingly united to Christ. The sermon confronts the temptations of self-sufficiency and self-ownership, asserting that true spiritual maturity involves...

The sermon explores the central theme that the greatest fulfillment in life is found in a personal relationship with God, a truth rooted in Jeremiah and illustrated through the Gospel of John. It addresses Philip's request to see the Father by clarifying that Jesus is the exclusive path to knowing God, asserting His divine nature as God in the flesh. The message presents Jesus' words and works as...