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In this sermon, Pastor Linehan considers the believer's access and accountability to God.

Sermon Notes "Outward Actions Reveal Inward Realities" Acts 22:30-23:11 I. Practice what you preach (22:30-23:5) II. Believe in the resurrection (6-9) III. Trust in God's plan even when it seems uncertain (10-11)

This sermon explores the universal principle of sowing and reaping as applied to the Christian life, emphasizing that God is not mocked and that spiritual consequences are inevitable. The central message addresses three key areas: the mutual partnership between the church and its ministry, where financial support sustains the preaching of the Word; the process of sanctification, where sowing to th...

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...

This sermon explores the first piece of the armor of God, the belt of truth, emphasizing that sincerity and integrity are foundational to the Christian life. The speaker argues that truth is not merely intellectual knowledge but a practical commitment to acting and speaking with honesty, which serves as the best defense against the deceptions of the enemy. By examining the historical context of th...

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for spiritual discernment, emphasizing that it is a continuous discipline required for all believers. The central message, grounded in 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22, calls Christians to test all teachings against Scripture, hold fast to what is good, and abstain from every form of evil. The speaker highlights the necessity of distinguishing between God's wisdom...

The Golden Chain of the Reformation, Part Two Isaiah 43: 1-7, Isaiah 50:7-9, Romans 8:28-30 November 1, 2026

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This sermon examines the healing of the impotent man at the pool of Bethesda in John chapter five, contrasting the man's focus on physical relief with Jesus' intent to address spiritual need. The preacher highlights that while the crowd awaited a miraculous moving of the waters, Jesus initiated the encounter to reveal the man's deeper condition, ultimately commanding him to rise and walk. The narr...

This sermon examines the prophetic sequence described in 2 Thessalonians, specifically addressing the conditions that must precede the Day of the Lord. The central message clarifies that the church will not witness the rise of the Antichrist, known as the man of sin, because believers will be raptured prior to this event. The teaching identifies a great apostasy and the removal of the Holy Spirit'...

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for believers to practice hospitality, specifically toward strangers, by examining the Greek concept of xenia. It argues that hospitality is not an optional trait but a command to be pursued actively, citing Romans 12 and Hebrews 13 to demonstrate that love must extend beyond familiar circles to those unknown. The message addresses common excuses for withh...

This sermon explores the radical newness of Christ's ministry as depicted in Mark 2, emphasizing that Jesus does not fit into the old religious structures of the Pharisees or John the Baptist. The central argument is that Christ's presence brings a decisive shift in redemption history, requiring a complete transformation of the believer's life rather than a mere addition to existing habits. The te...

In this sermon, Pastor Rockhill expounds on Psalm 25, highlighting the multifaceted prayer of David who seeks deliverance, guidance, and forgiveness amid affliction. He identifies with the oppressed, aimless, and sinful man, urging congregants to lift their souls in prayer to the Lord, just as David did. Pastor Rockhill reflects on the various types of enemies and struggles we face, both external...

This sermon examines Jesus' teaching in the Sermon on the Mount regarding divorce, arguing that marriage is a sacred covenant rather than a mere civil contract. Benjamin contrasts the ancient practice of issuing 'paper divorces' for trivial reasons with the biblical call for lifelong, sacrificial commitment, noting that only sexual immorality legitimately breaks this bond. By referencing Genesis,...

John 14:3 "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." This sermon explores the promise of Christ's return as a source of profound comfort for believers, contrasting the terror it instills in the ungodly with the peace it brings to the saints. The central message draws from John 14, highlighting how Jesus' assuran...

This sermon examines the narrative of Jonah fleeing from God's commission to Nineveh, using the prophet's disobedience as a lens to explore the human tendency to reject divine calls. The central argument posits that running from God is driven by a lack of compassion for the lost and a spirit of self-righteousness, contrasting Jonah's hatred for the wicked with God's sovereign mercy. By referencing...

This sermon examines the theological dangers of pragmatism, defining it as a relativistic worldview that prioritizes anticipated outcomes over divine command. By contrasting the disobedience of King Saul with the repentant heart of David, the teaching illustrates how pragmatic reasoning leads to moral compromise and spiritual dead ends. The analysis extends to the golden calf incident in Exodus an...

Bible Reading: Matthew 16:1-28 (Sermon taken from Matthew 16:13-18) Motto Text: Matthew 16:18 KJV "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." 1. Is Christ what the World says he is? 2. Is Christ what God Reveals him to be? 3. Who Christ is to you is foundational. The sermon centers on the critical q...

This sermon examines 1 Peter 4, urging believers to adopt the mindset of Christ who suffered in the flesh, thereby ceasing from sin and living for God's will rather than human passions. The text highlights the urgency of the gospel in the face of impending judgment, emphasizing that salvation comes solely through faith in Jesus Christ and not through human merit or works. Believers are called to b...

This sermon explores the biblical counsel to enjoy the good things of life while maintaining a reverent awareness of God's judgment. The central message is that believers are called to rejoice in the present, particularly during youth, without falling into despair over the transient nature of worldly pleasures. The text emphasizes that this enjoyment must be balanced by holiness, urging listeners...

This sermon examines Ecclesiastes 10:16-20 to explore the direct correlation between the quality of a nation's rulers and its overall prosperity or decay. The text contrasts incompetent, hedonistic leadership that leads to societal collapse with wise, moderate governance that fosters stability and abundance. The preacher emphasizes that while earthly rulers are established by God and deserve respe...

Howbeit for this cause I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might shew forth all longsuffering, for a pattern to them which should hereafter believe on him to life everlasting. PLEASE NOTE: In this sermon, 2 Peter 3:9 is unintentionally misquoted a number of times. It should have been quoted as: "The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffe...

Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? (Romans 8:35) *1/ The love of Christ set before us in the Gospel. 2/ The love of Christ felt and evidenced. 3/ The inseparable love of Christ - the comfort of God's people.* **Sermon summary:** The sermon explores the unbreakable bond between God and His peopl...

The Lord's second visit to Solomon, Hiram's disappointment with the 20 cities given to him by Solomon, the tax levy, dealing with the Canaanites in the land and the Israeli Royal Navy. A lot to cover and learn from in this chapter of 1st Kings! Also Reference: Acts 17:11, (1 Kings 8), (1 Kings 6:38), (1 Kings 7:1), 1 Kings 4:26, 2 Chronicles 9:25, Deuteronomy 7:2-6, Exodus 23:14, (Genesis 10:21-29...