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This sermon explores the narrative of Abraham interceding for Sodom in Genesis 18, emphasizing the profound impact of persistent, burdened prayer on God's actions. The speaker highlights that while prayers may appear to go unanswered or 'up in smoke,' God remains faithful to remember the efforts of His people, often working redemption in ways that exceed human expectation. Through personal testimo...

The sermon explores the theological significance of Christ's promise in John 14 to pray to the Father for the sending of the Holy Spirit, identifying this as a foundational act of the covenant of redemption. It argues that the outpouring of the Spirit is not a singular historical event limited to Pentecost but a continuous reality for the New Testament church, grounded in the finished work of Chri...

This sermon explores the ministry of the Holy Spirit in assisting believers who face spiritual infirmities and struggles, particularly in the area of prayer. Drawing primarily from Romans 8:26 and the context of John 14, the message highlights how the Spirit helps Christians who do not know what to pray, acting as an advocate who intercedes with groanings that cannot be uttered. The teaching outli...

The sermon explores the theme of God's abiding presence and the assurance of rest for His people, anchored in Exodus 33:14. It draws a parallel between Moses' intercession for the Israelites after the sin of the golden calf and the ongoing mediation of Jesus Christ, who stands before the Father to secure mercy for believers. The text highlights the theological significance of the divine presence a...

The clip illustrates the transformative power of prayer through a personal anecdote from a concentration camp, where a single woman's intercession brought immediate peace to a chaotic room of prisoners. This narrative serves to demonstrate that individual believers can be instruments of divine order in times of turmoil. The central message emphasizes that prayer is not merely a private act but a f...

The sermon centers on the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the definitive proof of His living presence and authority, contrasting His empty tomb with the graves of other religious founders. It encourages believers to seek God in familiar places of spiritual intimacy when they feel distant, emphasizing that Jesus is currently seated at the right hand of God, actively interceding for His people. The...

The sermon explores the identity and significance of Melchizedek in Hebrews 7, arguing that he was a historical figure who serves as a type pointing to Jesus Christ. It emphasizes the divine authorship of Scripture, noting how sparse references to Melchizedek in the Old Testament provide a robust theological foundation for Christ's superior priesthood. The text contrasts the obsolete Levitical sys...

The sermon examines the narrative of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 18&19, arguing that the city's destruction was a result of a culture characterized by pride, luxury, and inhospitality expressed by sexual sin. It posits that Ezekiel 16:49 provides the definitive biblical explanation for Sodom's guilt, highlighting the failure to aid the poor and the rejection of outsiders. The message instructs b...

"If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; And if he is thirsty, give him water to drink; For so you will heap coals of fire on his head, And the Lord will reward you." (Proverbs 25:21-22, NKJV)

This sermon explores the doctrine of election and predestination as the foundation for the believer's assurance and comfort. It argues that God's absolute sovereignty ensures that all things, including suffering and tribulation, work together for the good of those who are called according to His purpose. The text emphasizes that salvation is entirely God's work, from the effectual call to final gl...

This sermon establishes the biblical mandate for the church to engage in prayer, fasting, and humility for the nation and its leaders, grounded in the command found in 1 Timothy. It argues that Christians hold a unique position as intercessors for a society that is increasingly distant from God, citing historical and contemporary examples of spiritual decline. The message emphasizes that effective...

Psalm 21, as the closing prayer to Psalm 20's prayer for King David for victory before going to battle, is a prayer of thanksgiving after victory given. It, too, is a Messianic Psalm pointing to prayer for and concerning King Jesus. There is much encouragement to be gained from Psalm 21 concerning Christ and His exultation, and confident prayer. Psalm 21 should be contemplated from three perspecti...

The sermon examines the preface of the Lord's Prayer, "Our Father who is in heaven," to establish the proper focus, relation, and direction of Christian prayer. It argues that prayer is an act of worship directed solely to the triune God, rejecting the intercession of saints or angels in favor of the exclusive merit of Christ. The text explores the threefold nature of God's fatherhood—eternal gene...

This sermon examines the narrative of Jesus' birth in Matthew 1, emphasizing four key theological truths: Jesus' full humanity, his supernatural conception by the Holy Spirit, his role as the savior of his people from sin, and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy. The sermon argues that Jesus' genuine human nature was essential for his sacrificial work and intercession, countering historical...

This sermon provides a comprehensive overview of the book of Exodus, answering the central question of who the Lord is through six distinct attributes revealed in the narrative. It begins by establishing God's sovereignty over history and all rival powers, emphasizing that His rule is the foundation for human security. The message then highlights God's goodness and covenant faithfulness, illustrat...

Psalm 20 is a royal psalm in which God's people pray for their king before battle and express confidence in divine deliverance. This exposition traces the psalm's structure — corporate intercession followed by assured trust — and reads the text through its ultimate fulfilment in Christ the King, the true Anointed One who is answered from God's holy heaven with the saving strength of his right hand...

Beholding the beauty of Christ in prayer transforms our spiritual life by providing right instruction, presenting a perfect pattern, and pointing to Christ's triumphant intercession. Copyright Notice: Calvary Baptist Church Music © Copyright: Calvary Baptist Church CCLI # 20414529

This sermon examines Westminster Confession of Faith 8.7 and 8.8 to articulate the certainty of Christ's mediation and the effectual application of redemption to His elect. It addresses the theological tension of the hypostatic union, explaining how Christ acts according to both His divine and human natures while remaining one person. The central focus is on the doctrine of limited atonement, argu...

The sermon proclaims that every true Christian is a priest. All must offer sacrifices and these consist of our bodies and our praises. All priests must also be engaged in the work of intercession.

This sermon explores the theological fulfillment of the Day of Atonement in Jesus Christ, contrasting the temporary rituals of the Mosaic Law with the eternal reality of the New Covenant. By examining Leviticus 16 and Hebrews 9-10, the message highlights how the annual sacrifices of bulls and goats served as shadows pointing to the substance found in Christ's once-for-all sacrifice. The central ar...

Outline: What is Jesus' teaching about the similarity of Anger and… Murder!? 1) A Clear Commandment 2) "Anyone who is Angry…" 3) The Fruit of Murder! Clear-Command Conclusion: Is Jesus teaching that anger and murder are equal sins? Why or why not? AI Generated.... This sermon focuses on Jesus' teaching in Matthew 5:17-26, where Jesus explains that He came not to abolish God's law but to fulfill it...

We continue our study of The Lord's Prayer today. Our goal is to know God, we will consider the saints who pray and why they pray. Here our focus is on the person (subject) who is praying and the reasons for prayer (circumstances). Some of these reasons include: adoration, confession, desperation, guidance, confirmation, trepidation, comfort, intercession, petition, and obedience. Old Testament: 1...