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1 Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. 2 We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers; 3 Remembering without ceasing your work of faith, and labour of love, and patience of hope in our Lord Jesus...

The sermon explores the theological concept that God uses affliction and tribulation to perfect a believer's faith, rather than to punish them. Drawing from James 1 and Psalm 119, the message argues that suffering serves as a necessary process to remove self-reliance and allow the Holy Spirit to fill the believer, resulting in patience and spiritual maturity. The preacher emphasizes that this divi...

Wheat or Weeds Mt 13:24ff From this parable we learn about genuine believers, patience in judging, perfect final judgment and ultimate glory to come.

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: (Ecclesiastes 3:1) ~~~~~ Harvest Thanksgiving Afternoon Service Brixton Tabernacle, London ~~~~~ *1/ Seasons. 2/ God's appointing seasons. 3/ God's use of seasons.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon explores the theological concept of divine seasons, asserting that God sovereignly appoints times for all purposes under hea...

The piece draws from the Puritan John Owen to urge believers to cultivate a tender conscience and a watchful heart by meditating on the benefits of the gospel. It emphasizes that cherishing redemption and justification should intensify the awareness of the guilt associated with indwelling sin. The text highlights God's infinite patience and forbearance, contrasting His continued grace with the bel...

~~~~~ No 33 in the series - The Epistles of Peter. ~~~~~ **Considering 2 Peter 3:8-10** But, beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repenta...

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...

This sermon examines the narrative of Gideon in Judges 6, highlighting the cycle of Israel's idolatry and subsequent oppression by the Midianites. It explores Gideon's initial fear and lack of confidence, contrasting his human limitations with God's sovereign power and patient provision of signs. The exposition details the strategic reduction of Gideon's army to three hundred men to ensure that th...

This sermon addresses the modern struggle with anxiety and worry, using the metaphor of 'fret knots' to describe how concerns about society, finances, and health can entangle a believer's mind. Drawing from Psalm 37, the message identifies three specific commands to 'fret not' and presents a spiritual recipe for resolution: trusting in the Lord, delighting in Him, committing one's way to Him, and...

The joyful response to divers temptations.

While not desiring God's wrath to fall on people, it is reassuring as we suffer the relentless, stiff-necked rebellion and wickedness of the world in general to know that God WILL reward those fools one day! Also Reference: James 5:7-8 https://bbfohio.com

The sermon examines the incident of the golden calf in Exodus 32 to illustrate how idolatry arises from impatience and the failure to wait on God's timing. It argues that modern idols are not limited to physical statues but include anything that displaces God, such as money, pleasure, career, or even family. The speaker outlines five practical steps to prevent idolatry: waiting on the Lord, avoidi...

The sermon explores the biblical mandate for believers to combine patience with active diligence, using the example of Abraham to illustrate how faith endures until promises are fulfilled. It emphasizes that God remembers the 'labors of love' shown to other saints, encouraging Christians to maintain a full assurance of hope while avoiding slothfulness. The message clarifies that true faith is evid...

This sermon explores the parable of the growing seed in Mark 4, emphasizing that the kingdom of God operates through the sowing of God's Word rather than human effort or immediate visible results. The preacher highlights the distinction between the sower's responsibility to cast the seed and God's sovereign power to cause growth, a process described as mysterious and automatic. Listeners are encou...

1. Specific Instructions 2. Its Underlying Principles 3. Our Response of Hope This sermon examines the apostolic instruction in Romans 15:1-4, which obligates strong believers to bear the infirmities of the weak rather than seeking their own pleasure. The preacher explains that this distinction does not concern core doctrine but rather 'indifferent things' where conscience varies, a result of the...

This sermon explores the basis of the believer's hope by examining the example of Abraham and the nature of God's promises. It emphasizes that Christian assurance is not rooted in personal performance or fluctuating feelings, but in the unchangeable purpose of God and the impossibility of Him lying. The text highlights how God confirmed His promise with an oath to provide strong encouragement to b...

What does a worthy walk look like? What does a life that pleases the Lord look like? In this exposition of Ephesians 4:2-3 pastor Jamie outlines five characteristics of a worthy walk.

To experience God's Rest and God's Best, we must Depend on the Desire, Design, and Determination of God's Plan of Redemption.

This sermon explores Psalm 145 as a foundational text for Christian parenting, emphasizing the primary responsibility of parents to declare God's character and works to their children. The message is structured around four key attributes of God: His greatness, His goodness, the glory of His kingdom, and His graciousness to all. It argues that a God-centric home requires active meditation on Script...

This sermon explores the local church as a spiritual family, emphasizing the relational dynamic between believers and their leaders. It highlights the biblical mandate to respect and esteem pastoral authority while maintaining a spirit of brotherly love and shared labor. The message provides practical instruction on how to handle difficult personalities within the congregation, urging believers to...

The Holiest of All - Lesson 57 - Run the Race - Hebrews 12:1-2. "If every weight of care must be laid aside, and every rag of sin, who is sufficient for these things? How can we poor limping mortals run in such a race as this? Even the starting is beyond us: how much more must perseverance in it outreach our strength! See, my brethren, how we are driven to free grace, how we are driven to the powe...

This lesson explores the biblical virtue of long-suffering as a central component of Christian service, particularly in the context of caring for the sick and dying. It highlights the immense physical, emotional, and financial burdens faced by family caregivers, noting that millions of adults and children require long-term care in the United States. Through the story of Dr. Robertson McQuilkin, wh...