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This sermon explores the doctrine of depravity by distinguishing between man's personal sin, sin nature, and sin state from God's perspective rather than a human moralistic view. It argues that Scripture concludes all humanity is under sin, rendering man unable to achieve righteousness through works or religious observance. The message emphasizes that salvation is received solely by faith in Jesus...

True faith is marked by obedience to God. This is the very purpose for which we were created in Christ Jesus. If you have been genuinely saved, that salvation will be evident in a life that seeks to obey Him. Join Pastor Steve as he examines 1 John 2:3–6.

1. The church grows amid the outworking of God's providence. 2. The church grows through the proclamation of God's Christ. 3. The church grows despite the opposition of God's enemies. 4. The church grows with the assurance of God's word.

"God Gathers His Own" 1. Who is Gathered? 2. How are they Gathered? 3. The Assurance for Us

John urges believers not to accept every spiritual claim. We must first test the spirits by whether they confess Jesus Christ truly came in the flesh. False teachers reject apostolic truth about Christ. Those who belong to God listen to the apostles' teaching. We consider 5 tests that John gives to help Christians discern truth from error. We are assured the Spirit of God is greater than the spiri...

Who or what do you want to be? Too often, our eyes and our hearts are fixed on those who seem to be great in this world, but they are far from God. In response we hear wisdom speak. WIsdom gives a warning: do not let your heart envy sinners. Wisdom urges a contrast: we are instead to be zealous for the fear of the Lord all the day. Wisdom offers a promise: surely there is a hereafter and your hope...

This exposition examines the Reformed doctrine of predestination, specifically focusing on the Westminster Confession of Faith's treatment of God's sovereign decree regarding the non-elect and the assurance of the elect. The speaker emphasizes that God's withholding of mercy is an act of justice that glorifies His power, while the extension of mercy to the elect is purely of grace, stripping belie...

This devotional explores the challenging spiritual discipline of stillness, drawing primarily from Psalm 46:10 to encourage believers to release their anxiety and trust in God's sovereignty. It highlights the theological distinction between silence as an absence of response and silence as a profound sign of divine intimacy and confidence. By referencing Oswald Chambers, the message emphasizes that...

This sermon explores Psalm 11 as a call to trust in God's sovereignty amidst the temptation to flee from suffering. The central message contrasts the unreliable sight of human fear with the reliable reality of God's presence in His holy temple, emphasizing that the Lord sees, tests, and ultimately judges the wicked. By identifying the 'Righteous One' as a Christological figure who endures the cup...

In Romans 1:17, Paul explains that the gospel reveals the righteousness of God, received by faith in Jesus Christ. Dave Jenkins examines justification by faith alone, Christ's imputed righteousness, and the Old Testament foundation of Paul's teaching. This sermon shows why Christian assurance rests on Christ's perfect righteousness and how believers continue living by faith through suffering, temp...

The message centers on the sufficiency of Jesus' grace in the face of overwhelming loss, loneliness, and despair. It addresses individuals who feel unloved, hopeless, or trapped by their own walls, asserting that no darkness, sorrow, or distance is greater than the power of divine grace. The tone is deeply comforting and pastoral, offering a direct counter-narrative to feelings of isolation and de...

This devotional explores the theological definition of true repentance as the dying of the old nature and the coming to life of the new, grounded in the Heidelberg Catechism. The central message emphasizes that while salvation is entirely God's work, it results in a tangible transformation where believers are no longer enslaved to sin but are empowered to walk in newness of life. Drawing primarily...

Can your job as a plumber, your Monday to Friday at the office, or your Saturday grocery run be an act of worship, or is "Christian living" really just a Sunday thing? In this opening episode of a three-part series, Dr. Marcus Mininger unpacks two impulses every believer feels but rarely reconciles: the belief that Christ changes everything, and the assurance that even if we lose everything, his v...

~~~~~ No 32 in the series - The Epistles of Peter. ~~~~~ **Considering 2 Peter 3:1-7** This second epistle, beloved, I now write unto you; in both which I stir up your pure minds by way of remembrance: ....Knowing this first, that there shall come in the last days scoffers, walking after their own lusts.....But the heavens and the earth, which are now, by the same word are kept in store, reserved...

The sermon expounds on Ephesians 1:6-7 to demonstrate that human acceptance before God is solely the work of the Triune God, not human effort. It outlines the distinct roles of the Father, who chose believers in eternity; the Son, who accomplished redemption through perfect obedience and atonement; and the Holy Spirit, who applies this salvation through regeneration and the gift of faith. The mess...

This sermon explores the directives in 1 Peter 5 for believers to humble themselves, cast their cares upon God, and remain sober and vigilant against the devil. The speaker emphasizes that God's promise is not to eliminate suffering but to bring believers through it, using the metaphor of a roaring lion to illustrate that Satan often believes he has already won. Believers are called to resist the...

The sermon centers on Isaiah 49:26, where the Lord identifies Himself as the Savior and Redeemer of His people, emphasizing the personal and eternal nature of this relationship. It explores the theological depth of the incarnation, explaining how the Word became flesh to live a perfect life and die in the place of sinners to satisfy divine justice. The text highlights the voluntary and free nature...

The sermon examines the disciples' sorrowful reaction to Jesus' prediction of His death and resurrection, arguing that their negativity stems from a tendency to focus on bad news rather than the ultimate victory of the cross. It identifies five character traits that contribute to a negative outlook: being candid about failures, overly cautious in the face of challenges, careless in seeking clarifi...

This sermon explores the narrative of Paul's shipwreck in Acts 27, highlighting how the apostle's unwavering trust in God's promises provided courage to a crew that had abandoned all hope. The central message emphasizes that believers are called to cling to God's character and Word during times of distress, even when circumstances appear contradictory or frightening. Paul's example demonstrates th...

Sorry for there being no actual video of the message! Technical issues with the video prevented it from being usable. This Bible Study examines the narrative of Esther 2 to demonstrate that God's sovereign will is accomplished through human actions and circumstances, even when those actions appear contrary to divine intent. The central message emphasizes that while life is often unfair and people...

The sermon explores the Reformed theological understanding of free will by examining the fourfold state of man: innocency, sin, grace, and glory. It argues that while human will is intrinsically free to choose according to one's nature, the fall into sin renders humanity unable to will spiritual good without divine intervention. The central message emphasizes that salvation is entirely God's work,...

This sermon explores Psalm 56, highlighting David's experience of fear and persecution as he navigates a difficult season of life. The central message emphasizes that while believers may face real problems and anxiety, they are called to respond with faith and genuine praise rather than despair. The text underscores the theological truth that God is intimately aware of every step and tear, offerin...

Israel's history has been hardness of heart. Despite God's deliverance, their hearts grew cold. God welcomes their empty defense.