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Sunday School Dr. David Peacock, Pastor at https://biblebelieversbaptistchurch.org/

The sermon explores the distinction between being emotionally driven and being Spirit-led, emphasizing that true discipleship requires enduring faithfulness rather than fleeting emotional responses. Drawing from John 8, the message highlights Jesus' instruction to continue in His word as the path to knowing the truth and achieving genuine freedom. The speaker shares personal testimony about past i...

This sermon emphasizes the hermeneutical principle that the Old Testament must be interpreted through the lens of the New Testament to understand its full theological significance. Using the example of Herod's perplexity in Luke 9, the teaching demonstrates how New Testament passages clarify Old Testament prophecies, such as identifying John the Baptist as the fulfillment of Malachi 4:5. The discu...

The apocalyptic sections of Daniel will be challenging. This type of literature is one that we are not used to and one that needs to be dissected. We will read about pictures and symbols that we need to be very careful with. The reason for apocalyptic literature is that it paints words in pictures and it is a language that was very common in the Old Testament as well as the New Testament. For us i...

Sunday AM Service Dr. David Peacock, Pastor at https://biblebelieversbaptistchurch.org/

This sermon emphasizes the critical role of persistent prayer in maintaining spiritual vitality and preventing believers from fainting in their faith. Drawing from Luke 18, the message contrasts the unwavering persistence of the widow in the parable with the danger of spiritual drift, illustrated by the examples of Noah and Lot. The central argument is that prayer is not merely an activity but a n...

And he led them forth by the right way, that they might go to a city of habitation. (Psalm 107:7) *1/ A people led forth. 2/ A people led forth by the right way. 3/ The end in view - "That they might go to a city of habitation."* **Sermon summary:** The sermon explores the assurance found in Psalm 107:7, emphasizing that God leads His redeemed people by the right way toward a heavenly city of habi...

The 5:00 worship service will be Hebrews 1.14 with guidance from Belgic Confession Article 12 as we look at angels and demons. There are spiritual beings all around us all the time. The Lord uses angels to help us. How? Come Sunday night for more. ---------- October 18, 2026 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Responsive Reading of Matthew 8:28-34 Scripture Reading: Hebrews 1:1-14 Confessional Reading: Belgic...

Split the program in half today, covering the continuing developments in Mormonism, and the MIEs (Mormon Intellectual Elites) in contrast with the old view of authority and spiritual guidance. Then I gave an overview of what I expect in Saturday's debate, including putting Basil's words from On the Holy Spirit 18.45 on the big screen and discussing his original meaning in contrast with today's use...

This sermon outlines practical guidelines for discerning and following the will of God, emphasizing that divine direction is accessible to those who are saved, Spirit-filled, and submissive. The central theological argument rests on Romans 12:1-3, which calls believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices and be transformed by the renewing of their minds through Scripture. The speaker illu...

The sermon emphasizes the deeply personal nature of Psalm 23, highlighting how the use of first-person pronouns reveals an intimate relationship between God and the individual believer. It argues that God is not merely a distant deity but a faithful, unchanging Shepherd who actively guides, restores, and protects His people. The message contrasts the defenseless and prone-to-wander nature of sheep...

This sermon explores the narrative of Saul's journey to Ramah in 1 Samuel 9, highlighting the contrast between human perception and divine sovereignty. It argues that while Saul views his search for lost donkeys as a mundane accident, God is actively orchestrating the meeting with Samuel to establish Israel's first king. The exposition emphasizes that God's providence works through ordinary means,...

This message was preached to those gathered at Sunnyhill Nursing Home in Tama, Iowa. We should pray when we are in great need and not despair.

This sermon explores the profound connection between belonging to God's kingdom and the practice of forgiveness, using the parable of the unmerciful servant to illustrate that the demand for forgiveness far exceeds human capacity. The central argument posits that forgiveness is not a work required for salvation but rather the natural indication of having received God's grace, as believers who have...

Beloved in the Lord Jesus: Jacob made the mess he was in and he had to clean it up… and he needed help to clean it up! Because he was afraid of his brother Esau, he sent his servants with 550 animals to bribe his brother back into friendship. In doing this, he endangered himself, his wife, children, and his future work of establishing himself in Canaan and wait for Messiah to come to save the worl...

Psalm 16 1. The Devotion He Pledges to God 2. The Pleasure He Takes in God 3. The Guidance He Receives from God

The sermon explores the theme of human dependence on God by examining the characteristics of sheep and the role of the Shepherd in Psalm 23. It emphasizes that believers, like sheep, are prone to wandering, self-harm, and stubbornness, requiring divine guidance, protection, and restoration. The message highlights that true peace and provision come from submitting to God's leadership rather than re...

This sermon explores the spiritual maturity found in Psalm 119:133, where the psalmist petitions God to order his steps in His Word. The central message emphasizes that divine guidance is not mystical but is rooted in the believer's diligent study and understanding of Scripture, countering the idea that God blesses ignorance. By meditating on God's Word, Christians move from the frantic searching...

This sermon explores the doctrine of God's omnipresence through Psalm 139, arguing that there is no place where one can escape His sight. The message contrasts the human tendency to hide sin and personal struggles with the reality that God sees all things, making secrecy impossible. While this truth serves as a conviction for those in rebellion, it offers profound comfort to believers who are reco...

This sermon examines Proverbs 16:25, warning that a life path which appears right to human standards but excludes God ultimately leads to spiritual death. Through the anecdote of a successful yet non-religious friend, the message illustrates that worldly success, kindness, and moral relativism are insufficient without a relationship with the Creator. The text contrasts the futility of self-directe...

This sermon examines the theological conflict between Calvinism and Arminianism, tracing their origins in the Reformation and the reaction to John Calvin's emphasis on divine sovereignty. The speaker contrasts the five points of Calvinism with the five articles of remonstrance, highlighting key differences regarding total depravity, election, atonement, and the nature of grace. While acknowledging...

This sermon explores the direct work of the Holy Spirit, specifically focusing on how the Spirit provides comfort, teaching, and illumination to establish a believer's motive for faithfulness. Using the narrative of David and Goliath from 1 Samuel 17, the message contrasts the world's motivation based on reward and fear with the Spirit-led motivation rooted in the defense of God's honor. The preac...

The sermon presents a five-point framework for maintaining a solid grip on the Christian life, using the analogy of holding an object with all five fingers. It begins by emphasizing the theological significance of the blood of Jesus, which not only cleanses sin but also justifies believers as righteous before God, countering the accusations of Satan. The second point focuses on the necessity of li...