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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...

This sermon explores Psalm 110 as the supreme Messianic Psalm, presenting it as a prophetic depiction of the coronation of Jesus Christ. The text outlines three distinct phases of this divine celebration: the Father's inauguration of the Son by seating Him at His right hand, the Father's validation of Christ's rule through the extension of His scepter, and the Father's confirmation of Christ's ete...

This sermon examines the fourth, fifth, and sixth plagues in Egypt, emphasizing that God's repeated warnings demonstrate His mercy and desire for repentance rather than immediate destruction. The central theological theme is the divine distinction between God's people and the world, illustrated by the protection of Israel in Goshen and the preservation of their livestock, which points to the redem...

ARTICLE 8 - It is not by the merits or strength of man, but by the free mercy of God that man does not totally fall away from God and perish. Man, left to himself would surely perish eternally, but God never deserts His chosen ones nor revokes His eternal purpose. Thus it is not in consequence of their own merits or strength, but of God's free mercy, that they neither totally fall from faith and g...

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Mountains 3:38 Romans 5:9–11 Scripture Reading 4:52 Much More Being Reconciled 12:11 Justification by His Blood 19:05 Deliverance from Wrath 27:39 Reconciliation of Enemies 39:28 Security of the Reconciled 48:31 The Joy of the Reconciled 58:59 The Atonement Received 1:06:12 Salvation Secure in Christ

We meditate on the significance of Christ's final day, contrasting the human tendency toward panic or practicality with Jesus' purposeful fulfillment of Scripture. Jesus' death was not merely an end, but the commencement of His ongoing intercession and shepherding of His people. In that last day, Christ instituted the Lord's Supper as a remembrance of the New Covenant, the satisfaction of divine w...

This sermon examines the transition from the period of the Judges to the early monarchy, focusing on Samuel's role as a prophet who calls Israel to genuine repentance rather than mere military victory. The central message highlights that God's chastening of His people through the loss of the Ark and the threat of the Philistines serves to expose the depth of their idolatry and spiritual decay. Sam...

The sermon emphasizes that effective prayer begins with acknowledging the greatness and majesty of God, rather than focusing solely on personal needs. It distinguishes between general communication, specific supplication born of deep need, and intercession for others, using biblical examples like Jacob, Jabez, and Joshua to illustrate the power of audacious and specific requests. The speaker urges...

This sermon examines the opening phrase of the Lord's Prayer, "Our Father which art in heaven," to redefine the believer's approach to God. It emphasizes that prayer is not merely a religious duty but an intimate communion with a loving Father who knows His children's needs before they are spoken. The message highlights the paradox of prayer as both a spiritual battle against distraction and a nat...

VaultAI Summary: This sermon examines the high priestly prayer of Jesus in John 17, focusing on His intercession for the preservation of His disciples. The central message is that Christ, as the mediator, prays specifically for believers to be kept from evil and sin so that their faith remains intact until they reach heaven. The exposition highlights the unity between the Father and the Son, notin...

1. Holy Longing 2. Finding Rest 3. Continued Praise This sermon explores the transformative work of grace that creates a holy longing for God's presence in congregational worship, as depicted in Psalm 84. It contrasts the natural human tendency to hide from God with the renewed desire to dwell in His house, emphasizing that this passion is rooted in the special way God reveals Himself through the...

PM sermons are preceded by a Confessional, Catechism, Historic Creed lesson, or a lesson from the NT (Usually 5 minutes or so) WCF 17:1 They whom God hath accepted in his Beloved, effectually called and sanctified by his Spirit, can neither totally nor finally fall away from the state of grace; but shall certainly persevere therein to the end, and be eternally saved. 2. This perseverance of the sa...

Because of the savour of thy good ointments thy name is as ointment poured forth, therefore do the virgins love thee. (Song of Solomon 1:3) *1/ "Thy Name" - Whose and what name? 2/ The reason thy name is as ointment poured forth - "Because of the savour of thy good ointments." 3/ How the name of Jesus is "as ointment poured forth. 4/ The cause of the churches love to Christ - "Therefore do the vir...

This sermon argues for the recovery of the doctrine of the Ascension as a vital, canonical, and universal Christian belief that has been neglected in modern theology. It presents six compelling reasons for this recovery, emphasizing that the Ascension exalts Christ as the successful covenant servant who inaugurated the new creation kingdom. The text highlights the practical benefits of this doctri...

This sermon explores the theological significance of the tabernacle furniture in Exodus 37 as symbols of the believer's ongoing sanctification and approach to God. It argues that under the New Covenant, the veil separating humanity from God's presence has been torn, granting believers boldness to enter the holiest place through the finished work of Christ. The preacher emphasizes that this approac...

General Summary of Main Points • Christ's unique person as the God-Man grounds a priesthood and glory no creature can attain; He ministers in the true, heavenly tabernacle and reigns as priest-king at the Father's right hand. • Earthly priests and sacrifices are copies and shadows; Jesus offers Himself and, through His ascension, conducts the necessary eternal intercession in heaven. • The ascensi...

Jesus Christ entered into the Most Holy Place, and this is NOT speaking of the Holy of Holies in the earthly tabernacle, NOR of the Holiest Place of the temple… this speaks of Him entering into the very throne room of the Majesty on High and stepping before the actual seat of His Mercy!!

Behind the iconic narrative of Jonathan Edwards' legendary sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God" lies a far more intense, forgotten historical reality: the day Edwards lost control of his pulpit. Delving into rarely cited eyewitness accounts, diary entries, and the overnight prayers that preceded the famous July 8, 1741 assembly at Enfield, this deep dive peels back centuries of embellishm...

This sermon explores the first of Christ's seven last words from the cross, focusing on the theme of forgiveness found in Luke 23:34. The preacher highlights the extreme difficulty of forgiving those who cause deep pain, using the brutal context of crucifixion to illustrate humanity's capacity for cruelty and sin. Jesus' prayer, "Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do," serves as bot...