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This sermon examines Leviticus 26, highlighting the contrast between the conditional blessings and curses of the Mosaic covenant and God's unconditional commitment to His people. The central message asserts that while Israel faced discipline for disobedience, God's ultimate purpose was always to draw them back to repentance, demonstrating that His faithfulness remains constant even when His people...

This sermon examines the conversion of the penitent thief at Calvary, presenting it as a fulfillment of Old Testament typology found in Genesis 40 and Isaiah 53. The central message emphasizes that this transformation was solely the work of the Holy Spirit, who convicted the sinner of his guilt and revealed the sovereignty of God as Creator, Judge, and Savior. The preacher highlights the thief's r...

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 1. The pre-eminence of his sacrifice. 2. The People included in this sacrifice. 3. The Purity of his sacrifice. 4. The Participants in this sacrifice. This sermon explores the theological significance of Christ as the ultimate Passover sacrifice, drawing parallels between the Old Testament lamb and Jesus' atoning death. The central message emphasizes that true l...

In this sermon, Pastor Josh demonstrates the power and potency of Christ's "Cry of Dereliction" ("My God, My God, Why have you forsaken me?) as the heart of the gospel. The cry of dereliction is the heart of penal substitutionary atonement and answers the problems of the guilt and shame of sinners.

In this concluding message of Charity and Its Fruits, Jonathan Edwards lifts our eyes from the conflicts and imperfections of this present world to reveal heaven as the absolute perfection and ultimate destination of divine love. Long hidden from print until its nineteenth-century discovery, "Sermon XVI: Heaven a World of Love" presents a radiant vision where God serves as the infinite, unhindered...

This sermon examines the immediate human response to the Fall as recorded in Genesis 3, focusing on the progression of hiding from God. The central message argues that man's first instinct is to cover his sin with self-righteousness, symbolized by the fig leaves, rather than seeking divine grace. The text highlights how conscience, instead of leading to repentance, often drives individuals to flee...

Are you prepared to give? 2 Corinthians 9 teaches us that biblical giving is not about guilt, obligation, or simply giving money, but about having the right heart and understanding why we give. We give because God first gave to us, and when we give cheerfully, faithfully, and according to His Word, we have the opportunity to see God's power, meet needs, encourage others, and ultimately point back...

Pornography is not merely a private habit; it is a heart and worship issue that distorts God's good design for sexuality, marriage, and intimacy. In this compassionate episode of SheRises, we address the painful reality of pornography in marriage, the wounds of being sinned against, and the shame of hidden personal sin. Scripture calls believers to flee sexual immorality because our bodies belong...

The sermon challenges the cultural and religious tendency to view material blessings with guilt or as indicators of spiritual failure, asserting instead that God intends for His children to enjoy the good things He has provided. Drawing from 1 Timothy 6:17, the message clarifies that while believers should not trust in uncertain riches, they are called to use their resources and talents for God's...

Jesus Christ is the second Adam Who undoes what the first Adam did to all mankind: Adam brought sin, death, and perhaps guilt—Jesus provides the means to remove sin, death and guilt for all.

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...

The sermon explores the theological significance of the cities of refuge in Joshua 20, arguing that divine justice is characterized by accessibility, impartiality, and a rigorous process that distinguishes between intentional murder and unintentional manslaughter. It emphasizes that Yahweh's justice protects the innocent from vengeance while ensuring the guilty are not excused, thereby preventing...

This sermon explores the theological contrast between Babylon and the New Jerusalem, defining the believer's true identity as the bride of Christ rather than a product of past sin or failure. It emphasizes that while believers are already new creations in Christ, the process of sanctification continues through life's trials, which God uses to conform them to the image of Jesus. Drawing on Revelati...

The old covenant sacrifices were only a shadow of the good things to come. They were offered year after year, yet they could never take away sin or cleanse the conscience. They served instead as a constant reminder of guilt. In this passage the writer to the Hebrews turns our eyes to Jesus Christ, who came to do the Father's will and offered His own body once for all. The Levitical priests stood d...

The sermon explores the narrative of Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 42, illustrating how God uses hardship to bring about unity and reconciliation within the family of God. By referencing Romans 8:28-29, the message emphasizes that God is actively conforming believers to the image of Christ, a process that often involves refining trials and the exposure of past sins. The preacher highlights th...

Because sinful anger incurs guilt as equally as murder, I must seek reconciliation with others quickly if I am one who lives in Christ's righteousness.

Evangelist Brian McBride warns about the progression of Herod's attitude toward sin!

This sermon explores the theme of enduring suffering with hope by examining 1 Peter 3:17-22, identifying the atonement and the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the two primary sources of comfort for believers. The text emphasizes that Christ's once-for-all sacrifice for sin removes the guilt and fear associated with unjust persecution, while His ascension to the right hand of God assures believers...

This sermon examines Psalm 6 as a profound expression of David's grief and conviction following his sin with Bathsheba. It highlights the devastating physical and spiritual consequences of unconfessed sin, emphasizing that God chastens His children to provoke repentance. The message contrasts David's initial misery and broken fellowship with God against his subsequent joy and restored peace after...

This sermon explores the narrative arc of Isaiah 1 through 12, illustrating how God's grace triumphs over human sin through atonement and a worthy King. The message begins by establishing Israel's purpose to display God's righteousness, contrasting the ideal Zion of Isaiah 2 with the reality of a people unfit for use due to rebellion and idolatry. In Isaiah 6, the prophet confronts the traumatic h...

Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 17 Article 2 Is there a way that we can be rightfully declared guilty of the sin of another person? The sermon explores the theological concept of covenantal blood guilt through the lens of 2 Samuel 21, where David addresses a famine caused by Saul's violation of an oath to the Gibeonites. It argues that under the covenantal system, the sins of a representat...

This sermon examines the trial of Jesus in Mark 15, highlighting the stark contrast between the innocent King and the guilty prisoner Barabbas. It argues that sin often operates through recognized truth rather than ignorance, as seen in Pilate's awareness of Jesus' innocence and the chief priests' envy. The passage exposes the danger of yielding to public pressure and self-interest, demonstrating...

At Calvary, the darkest afternoon became the brightest revelation of God's saving love. Jesus was not merely suffering injustice; He was willingly standing in our place, bearing the judgment our sins deserved. The cross calls us to face the seriousness of sin without losing sight of the greatness of grace. Our rebellion is real, but Christ's sacrifice is sufficient. He remained on the cross becaus...