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What convinces a person that he will see goodness in the midst of severe opposition and suffering? In Psalm 27, David wrote, "One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to enquire in his temple." From shepherd boy to king, David knew what it meant to suffer. Throughout his tr...

We live in a world that constantly tells us we need more—more money, more possessions, more comfort, and more success. But will having more ever truly satisfy us? In 1 Timothy 6:6–10, Paul exposes the danger of pursuing wealth and reminds us that true gain is found in godliness with contentment. Because we came into this world with nothing and will leave with nothing, we must learn to hold earthly...

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...

This sermon explores the believer's assurance of salvation, arguing that confidence in God's promises rests not on personal performance or fluctuating feelings, but on the faithfulness of the Triune God. Drawing from Ephesians 1:13-14, the message highlights how the Holy Spirit seals believers as God's own, confirming their adoption and guaranteeing their eternal inheritance. The teaching emphasiz...

Baptism: A Reformed Baptist Understanding Adult Sunday School — Two-Lesson Outline Our guiding principle: Our understanding of baptism must flow from our understanding of the whole Bible, especially the covenants and their fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Lesson 1 — The Foundations of Baptism: Covenants and Christ 1. Introduction: Why Study Baptism? • Baptism is a simple ordinance with a rich biblical...

This instructional sermon outlines a practical, five-step method for internalizing Scripture, anchored in Psalm 119:11. The process involves selecting a verse, reading it slowly, underlining key terms, reflecting on their meaning, and praying the text back to God. The speaker emphasizes contemplation as the final step, comparing the absorption of God's Word to the digestive process of food becomin...

Rich Young Ruler

It is of critical importance to daily be nourished and fed with the Word of God if we are to live and not die. Jesus taught us to pray, "Give us this day our daily bread." When tempted to turn a stone into bread, Jesus said, "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every Word of God." Isaiah cries out, "Why do you...labor for that which does not satisfy? Listen diligently to me, and eat what is...

Storms are inevitable—but panic doesn't have to be. In this sermon from Mark 4, Pastor John Deaton walks us straight into the stormy sea with the disciples to remind us that Jesus is not only aware of the storm—He's in the boat with us. When the winds rise and fear grips your heart, remember this: the storm still knows His voice. And when He speaks, peace follows. This is more than a weather story...

Rich and Foolish 1. The Picture 2. The Point 3. The Priority 4. The Plea

Our Sovereign, All-knowing King Jesus weeps for lost people. What is our heart for the lost?

Do not set your heart on the fleeting wealth of this world, but on the enduring, abundant, and unsearchable riches of Christ, His grace, His glory, and His kingdom!

This sermon examines James 5:1-6, addressing the urgent need for repentance among those who hoard wealth through fraud and self-indulgence. The central message warns that earthly riches will rot and serve as evidence against their owners on the Day of Judgment, emphasizing that the Judge is standing at the door. While condemning the exploitation of laborers and the persecution of the righteous, th...

Verse by verse exposition through the book of Hebrews. (Sermon also includes the reading and exhortation from the Lord's Table liturgy) Heb 13:8 Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. 9 Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines. For it is good that the heart be established by grace, not with foods which have not profited those who have been occupied with them. Heb...

(1) The rich confession in this prayer; (2) The sincere request in this prayer; (3) The solid pleading ground in this prayer; (4) The practical fruit from this prayer.

The sermon explores the narrative of the four lepers in 2 Kings 7 as a spiritual allegory for the human condition, contrasting the physical famine of Israel with the spiritual famine described in Amos 8. It argues that unsaved souls are in a state of hopeless starvation, where doing nothing leads to eternal perishment, while the lepers represent believers who step out in faith to receive the unsea...

Repentance prepares the highway for people to come into the presence of the Lord. They need substance and direction for life; not only repentance, but regeneration. From where does such a thing come? In this sermon on Psalm 84:5–7 titled "The Valley of Bacca," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones looks at Christ as the source of encouragement for the believer, despite the circumstances he or she might find them...

What is most supreme in life? Can the Christian say with the psalmist that communion with God is supreme in the whole of life and existence? In this sermon on Psalm 84:3 titled "The Sparrow," Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones walks through three certain things that are absolute essentials if one is to enjoy life like this. First, in reviewing his first two primary considerations, religion is not simply a mat...

WHO'S GETTING GOD" S MONEY? Luke 16:10–13 (KJV) Every dollar we spend is a decision of stewardship. God is concerned not only with how we earn our money and how much we give, but also with what we support through our spending. In this message we examine the biblical responsibility of Christian stewardship and considers documented examples of criminal payments, organized-crime extortion, and labor...

This sermon examines 1 Samuel 30 to illustrate how God preserves His people through the four stages of restlessness, reception, restoration, and enrichment. It highlights David's struggle with worldly distractions and the resulting loss of his family, emphasizing that true peace is found only in God rather than in earthly circumstances. The message draws a typological parallel between David and Je...