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We discuss the uncomfortable reality of a thorn going into the hand a drunk and compare this to the parable of Jesus regarding the blind leading the blind. Also Reference: Colossians 6:16 https://bbfohio.com

Bartimaeus made to see. The Triumphal Entry. Temple Cleansed. Authority Questioned.

This sermon addresses the condition of the Church of Laodicea, warning believers against the spiritual danger of being lukewarm by blending worldly pursuits with Christian faith. The central message emphasizes that God desires extreme devotion, requiring believers to be fervent in their love for Him and zealous in their good works, rather than maintaining a half-hearted commitment. Drawing from Re...

The sermon expounds on the Heidelberg Catechism's teaching that Jesus is the only Savior, grounding this doctrine in the apostolic testimony found in Acts 4. It argues that true salvation is found exclusively in the name of Jesus, who delivers believers from the multifaceted bondage of sin, societal pressures, and false religious systems. The text contrasts the boldness of the early church, who re...

Bible Reading: Job 33:14 1. God first speaking 2. God further speaking 3. God finally speaking The sermon explores the persistent and powerful nature of God's voice as described in Job 33, emphasizing that God speaks through creation, providence, and the proclamation of the gospel. It highlights how individuals often fail to perceive these divine communications due to spiritual blindness or neglec...

This sermon examines the encounter between Jesus, Simon the Pharisee, and an unnamed sinful woman in Luke 7, highlighting the contrast between self-righteousness and genuine repentance. The central message asserts that seeing Jesus as glorious evokes extravagant love, which serves as evidence of having been forgiven rather than the cause of forgiveness. Through the parable of the two debtors, the...

Though the Pharisees were dead, dirty, and blind to their need, can you see your great and desperate need for Christ? As you continue to battle the corruption of your flesh within, always be mindful of how easy it is to focus on polishing how people see you and neglect and cover the issues in your heart and obedience to Christ. Therefore, though Jesus' Gospel call of "first cleanse the inside of t...

This sermon emphasizes the imperative to continue in the truths learned from Scripture, using the analogy of blind skiers relying on sighted guides to illustrate how believers depend on God's Word for direction in life. The central message urges Christians to move beyond mere intellectual learning to a state of conviction where the truth holds them, ensuring they remain steadfast amidst persecutio...

This study examines the sixth trumpet judgment in Revelation, focusing on the release of bound angels and the subsequent destruction that fails upon the ungodly. The discussion highlights the spiritual hardness of heart, illustrating how even catastrophic events cannot compel a response without the work of the Holy Spirit. By connecting this apocalyptic imagery to Jesus' warnings in the Gospels an...

In this multi-part series, we journey through Volume II of Jonathan Edwards's Works to explore how one of history's keenest theological minds wielded both the thunder of divine judgment and the blinding beauty of sovereign grace. From the terrifying, Old Testament-anchored metaphors of Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God and Sinners in Zion Tenderly Warned, to the surgical dissection of the self-...

Who is Jesus? Mark 10:46–11:11 looks forward to the hearing of God's Word, publicly read, in the holy assembly on the coming Lord's Day. In these eighteen verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that Jesus is the Son of Man, the Son of David, the forever-King. This devotional explores the dual narrative of Mark 10:46-11:11, contrasting the spiritual sight of blind Bartimaeus with the...

This sermon examines the theological mystery presented in Romans 11:25-26, specifically addressing the relationship between the partial hardening of ethnic Israel and the fullness of the Gentiles coming to faith. The speaker argues that the term 'mystery' refers to a previously hidden truth now revealed by God, rather than an incomprehensible secret. By analyzing the context of Paul's argument, th...

The sermon examines Romans 2:7-11 to distinguish between two distinct groups of people: those who seek God's glory through patient perseverance and those who pursue self-interest through rebellion. By analyzing the parable of the sheep and goats alongside James 2, the message clarifies that good works are not the basis of salvation but the natural fruit of a transformed heart, contrasting saving f...

This sermon examines the theological status of Israel in light of Romans 11, arguing that God has not cast away His chosen people despite their rejection of the Messiah. The message outlines four key truths: God's initial choice of Israel, their subsequent unbelief, the existence of a saved remnant, and their future restoration. It emphasizes that the church's current role does not nullify God's e...

A brief bit of encouragement for the journey from God's Word. Today's Scripture reading: Hosea 7 To support this devotional ministry: https://faithbaptiststerling.com/give/ Music: "Awaken the Dawn" by Stanton Lanier https://www.stantonlanier.com CCLI #20109360

Traditions of men addressed. A Gentile "dog" ? Feeding of the 4,000. Blind man healed.

The sermon explores the theological distinction between the Church and the nation of Israel, emphasizing that the New Covenant is specifically for Israel while Gentiles have been grafted into God's plan through the mystery of grace. It clarifies that the Church is not the replacement for Israel but a separate entity created by God's foreknowledge, citing Ephesians and Colossians to demonstrate the...

This sermon examines the anointing of Saul in 1 Samuel 9, contrasting the flawed, worldly leadership of Saul with the perfect shepherding of Jesus Christ. It highlights how Israel's demand for a king like the nations reflects a fallen human desire for security and control, often leading to the elevation of idols rather than God. While Saul displays early signs of spiritual blindness and worldly am...

The Blindness Of Man - Pastor Mike Austin (9/27/26 PM) - 2 Corinthians 4:1-4

The gospel in the healing of blind Bartimaeus.

This sermon examines the encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus to illustrate the necessity of spiritual regeneration for salvation. It argues that human religious knowledge and intellectual pride are insufficient to comprehend God, as sinners are spiritually dead and blind to heavenly truths. The central message emphasizes that only through the new birth, effected by the Holy Spirit and received b...

This sermon examines the plagues of hail, locusts, and darkness in Exodus as a call to self-examination and genuine repentance. The central message contrasts Pharaoh's repeated hardening of his heart with the mercy God extends to those who seek shelter in Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that true faith requires a change of action, not just verbal confession, and warns against the spiritual blindness t...