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We enjoyed a prime location today as we preached and handed out Gospel literature in front of the statue of David Livingstone and the Monument to Sir Walter Scott. Thank you for praying for God's enablement of this ministry. (God has brought 3 people to our church from it thus far this year.)

This testimony recounts the spiritual journey of a man who grew up in a Christian home in Northern Ireland but spent decades in a downward spiral of violence, alcohol, and prison. Despite hearing the gospel from childhood and receiving direct challenges from ministers to be saved, he repeatedly delayed his decision, seeking fulfillment through physical achievements and distractions. The narrative...

Our words have tremendous power - for good or for harm. In James 3:1-12, James warns about the danger of an uncontrolled tongue, shows how our speech reveals the condition of our hearts, and challenges believers to pursue the spiritual maturity that should shape the way we speak.

Paul, after he offered a hearty prayer on behalf of the Ephesian believers (16–19), in closing, he offers benedictive praise unto God. Pointing out two realities: a) Paul adores God's unlimited ability (20). In that, God's capacity of power, as well as His capability that transcends – our petitions and our perceptions. And His power is compelling. It is God's divine power that works within us. Sec...

The call to build or rebuild for God is great. It is a privilege and a duty to serve. Listen as Pastor Brian dives into the meaning of the names in Nehemiah to see how they contributed to the wall and how it applies to us today.

This sermon explores Psalm 121 as a declaration of God's active and eternal protection over His people. The central theme identifies the Lord as the ultimate source of help and the one who keeps believers from spiritual stumbling, emphasizing that His vigilance never slumbers. The message addresses the reality of human weakness and spiritual trials, urging believers to respond with a heart of surr...

This sermon explores the narrative of Abraham's test on Mount Moriah, highlighting the profound connection between this Old Testament event and the New Testament gospel. The central message emphasizes that Abraham's unwavering faith and obedience reveal a divine picture of God's supreme sacrifice, where the Father offers His only Son, Jesus Christ, as a substitutionary atonement for sinners. Key t...

The sermon explores the enduring power and relevance of the gospel, anchored in Romans 1:16-17 and the historical context of the Reformation. It argues that believers should never be ashamed of the message because it is the effective power of God for salvation, transcending cultural barriers and human limitations. The text emphasizes that salvation is not achieved through human effort or moral per...

1. His Most Subtle Instrument 2. His Ensnaring Question 3. His Limited Power Psalter #s: 385, 21, 148, 149 Scripture: Genesis 3 Text: Genesis 3:1

In Matthew 17, Jesus reveals His divine glory through the Transfiguration, demonstrating that He is the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets. Throughout the chapter, Jesus strengthens His disciples' faith, reminding them of His power, provision, and coming death and resurrection. Pastor Matt Dean challenges us to respond in two ways: remember and believe. By intentionally remembering God's fait...

What is the purpose of faith in the life of a child of God. Elder Phelan teaches some examples from Hebrews 11.

Pastor Stephen Louis When The Gospel Comes in Power (1) I Thess. 1:5 https://gracebaptistmh.org/ - https://www.youtube.com/@GraceBaptistMH

It is Reformation day weekend. We are incredibly blessed to be the great-grandchildren of the Reformers, rich in the inheritance left to us by the Lord through these church leaders. Sunday we will have our focus set by the great protestant reformation. We will deal with Ephesians 1 both morning and evening. In the morning, Ephesians 1.15-19a and in the evening Ephesians 1.19b-23. There is so much...

The Men of A-Chord who will join us for the evening worship today. It is Reformation day weekend. We are incredibly blessed to be the great-grandchildren of the Reformers, rich in the inheritance left to us by the Lord through these church leaders. Sunday we will have our focus set by the great protestant reformation. We will deal with Ephesians 1 both morning and evening. In the morning, Ephesian...

The sermon explores the three distinct aspects of temptation found in the New Testament and affirms God's ability to deliver believers from each. It begins by addressing the solicitation to sin, emphasizing the necessity of walking in the Holy Spirit, memorizing Scripture, and using the shield of faith to resist the devil's attacks. The message then shifts to the testing of faith through life's tr...

This sermon explores the profound assurance found in 2 Timothy 1:12, where Paul declares his confidence in God's ability to preserve his soul despite suffering and persecution. The central message emphasizes that this confidence is not unique to apostles but is available to all believers who know whom they have believed. The exposition highlights the power of the gospel to overcome shame in a host...

This sermon explores the high priestly prayer of Jesus in John 17, highlighting four specific needs He intercedes for on behalf of believers, praying for their needs: preservation, patience, perspective, and purity. The message emphasizes that true perseverance is not achieved through human strength but is secured by God's power, ensuring that those who are truly born again will endure to the end....

What does it mean to be a citizen of heaven while living in a world consumed by politics? That question sits at the heart of one of the most dramatic courtroom scenes in all of Scripture. In Pastor Paul Chapman's message, Jesus and Politics: Citizens of Heaven in a World of Politics, we explore John 18, where Jesus stands before Pilate, the most powerful political figure in the region, and the exc...

The sermon explores three essential levels of ministry derived from the experiences of Paul and Barnabas in Acts 13. It begins by acknowledging the ease and joy of ministering to receptive audiences, highlighting the universal availability of the gospel to both Jews and Gentiles. The message then addresses the inevitable difficulties of ministry, such as envy, opposition, and organized persecution...

This passage calls believers to pursue peace and mutual edification, refusing to become a stumbling block to weaker brothers. Christian freedom must be governed by love, not self-assertion, because the kingdom of God is not about food and drink but righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit. Whatever does not proceed from faith is sin. The mature disciple gladly surrenders lawful rights for...

This sermon examines the apostle Paul's command to flee idolatry by exploring the spiritual incompatibility of participating in both the Lord's Supper and the rituals of the world. The central argument posits that partaking of the 'table of devils' is not merely a social act but a spiritual identification with demonic forces, creating a profound inconsistency for the believer. The message warns ag...

The sermon critiques the modern church's adoption of consumerist values, arguing that marketing and human appeal have replaced the conviction of the Gospel. It asserts that the church has lost its nerve by seeking to please people rather than relying on the sovereign power of God to save souls. Drawing from Paul's ministry in Corinth and Athens, the message emphasizes that the testimony of Christ...