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Paul now finds himself being brought before King Agrippa, a man from a long line of enemies of God. How will he conduct himself in this moment? What will he choose to say? In this on-going saga of Paul's trials we again can see how this man conducted himself before the governing authorities for the sake of the gospel.

The sermon explores the Great Commandment found in Mark 12, presenting it as a concise summary of Christian duty amidst the overwhelming complexity of religious law. It examines the theological depth of the Shema, highlighting the unity of the Trinity through the Hebrew concept of oneness, and calls for total devotion to God with heart, mind, soul, and strength. The message extends this love to ne...

The sermon argues that God blesses His people through wise leadership, using the life of King Solomon as a primary example. It defines wisdom as the skill for living rightly in God's world and asserts that rulers who govern according to divine standards bring tangible benefits to society. The text highlights three specific outcomes of wise rule: the administration of justice, the promotion of pros...

This lesson examines the trial and crucifixion of Jesus as a definitive illustration of the dangers of pragmatic and utilitarian ethics. It argues that the actions of the Sanhedrin, Pontius Pilate, King Herod, and the crowd represent a moral system where ends justify means, effectively dissolving God's law in favor of political expediency and group pressure. The teaching contrasts this with the so...

This sermon explores the profound value of preaching by examining the account of King Asa and the prophet Hanani in 2 Chronicles 16. The speaker outlines five reasons for loving the pulpit ministry: God graciously comes to humanity, speaks through His Word, pricks the conscience to identify sin, reminds believers of past faithfulness, and offers encouraging promises. By contrasting Asa's reliance...

This sermon explores the theme of finding deep satisfaction and confidence in God during times of intense personal and political crisis, using the life of King David as the primary example. By examining the narrative of David's flight from his son Absalom in 2 Samuel, the message highlights how David's trust in God's grace and sovereignty allowed him to sleep peacefully and face his enemies withou...

This sermon examines the second woe in Isaiah, focusing on God's judgment against Jerusalem and the futility of relying on human alliances rather than divine protection. The exposition highlights the historical siege by Assyria and the spiritual blindness of the people, who sought political refuge in Egypt instead of trusting in the Lord. The message connects these ancient events to future eschato...

This sermon examines the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12 to address the sin of covetousness, defining it as desiring what God has not given and identifying it as a form of idolatry. The message clarifies that Jesus' first coming was for salvation rather than earthly political rule, correcting the misconception that He should arbitrate civil disputes. It challenges listeners to examine their he...

The sermon explores the theological significance of Jesus declaring Himself the true vine in John 15, contrasting this with the Old Testament view of Israel as God's vineyard. It argues that while Israel historically associated national identity, land, and heritage with divine blessing, Jesus redefines the source of all spiritual blessings as Himself alone. The text highlights that ethnic lineage,...

We being with a statement from the new President of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) regarding pastors speaking out on "politics". We are NOT affiliated with the SBC, but we welcome the renewed interest in calling pastors to PASTOR and not be hirelings. We also read our own Statement of Purpose and then... (1) Israel Watch 10/11/26: The Islamist terror motive of the FlyDubai co-pilot is confi...

This sermon explores the book of Nehemiah through the thematic lens of God as the one who reconstructs, dividing the narrative into the physical rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall and the spiritual restoration of the people. It highlights God's faithfulness to the Abrahamic and Mosaic covenants, demonstrating how He moves the hearts of political leaders to protect His people despite opposition from sy...

This sermon examines the historical events surrounding the arrest and trial of Jesus as a definitive illustration of the dangers of utilitarian and pragmatic ethics. It argues that the decision to execute Jesus was driven by a consequentialist calculus that prioritized political stability and institutional power over divine law, resulting in the ultimate injustice of condemning the sinless Son of...

This sermon examines the parable of the wheat and the tares to distinguish the popular narrative of an earthly, political kingdom from the spiritual reality revealed by Jesus. It explains that the Son of Man sows good seed among the world's lost sinners, while the devil sows tares, resulting in a mixed community that persists until the end of the age. The text emphasizes that final separation occu...

Judges 19 is one of the darkest chapters in all of Scripture, and it carries a warning that is just as relevant today as it was in ancient Israel. The repeated phrase throughout the book of Judges, that there was no king in Israel and everyone did what was right in his own eyes, is not a political observation but a spiritual diagnosis. Every villain in this chapter is one of God's own people, whic...

This sermon explores the theological significance of the title 'Christ' and the identity of believers as 'Christians' through the lens of the Heidelberg Catechism and the Book of Acts. It defines Jesus as the Anointed One who fulfills the threefold office of Prophet, Priest, and King, perfectly revealing God's will, securing salvation through his sacrifice, and governing his people. The text highl...

This instructional sermon examines the theological relationship between the church and the state, arguing that while both are institutions ordained by God, they possess distinct spheres of authority. The speaker contends that the state's primary role is to maintain civil order and enforce the second table of the law through natural law, whereas the church is responsible for promoting religion and...

In this lecture and Q&A session, the elders of King's Cross discuss how we should approach voting and talking with others about politics, among other issues.

(1) Israel Watch 10/7/26: The 3rd Anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas Massacre. We remind viewers of the events and of the obvious fact that there is NO genocide in Israel's war on Hamas in Gaza. (2) The Left Is A CULT: Actress Patricia Heaton ("Everybody Loves Raymon" and "The Middle") describes being a conservative in Hollywood and having to form a "Friends of Abe" secretive group to meet o...

Revisiting Oct. 7 & The Unfolding Global and Prophetic Realities. We are joined by Steve Herzig (Author; Retired Vice President, Friends of Israel). Topics discussed include: How Oct. 7 Reshaped Israel and the World. The Israeli Political Landscape & Orthodox Voter. Global Realignment, Peace Proposals, and the Temple Mount. The Believer's Mandate.

This sermon examines the historical decline of the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah, tracing their trajectory from the glory of Solomon to the final exile under Babylon. It highlights how persistent idolatry and rejection of God's prophets led to divine judgment, yet emphasizes that God remained sovereign over the nations, using Assyria and Babylon as instruments of chastisement. The message u...

President Trump says, "Let them take out Los Angeles. Let them take out San Diego"—and the crowd cheers. We examine the context, the White House explanation, Trump's refusal to clarify, and what this disturbing moment reveals about politics, morality, humanity, and Christianity.