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This sermon defines the biblical concept of exhortation as an earnest urging toward laudable conduct, grounded in sound doctrine rather than mere tradition or personal preference. It emphasizes that receiving exhortation requires the removal of pride and a willingness to submit to the Word of God, which pierces the heart to reveal hidden secrets and areas of rebellion. The teaching contrasts relig...

The predator has become the prey, but the story of Saul's serving and suffering is only beginning; the roller coaster ride has just started.

This study finishes 2 Timothy chapter 1 with verses 15–18 and presses one question: when faithful ministry gets hard, will you stay or will you leave? It opens with the poem "The Fellowship of the Unashamed," attributed to a young pastor facing execution, and compares it to Paul's final letter. Both show courage, faithfulness and humility, with David and Goliath as an example. Paul writes from pri...

What is the Christian life all about? We began looking last week at a basic primer on the title "Christ." We saw how Jesus interpreted it to mean not only the reign and triumph, the defeat of death itself, but also the rejection, the suffering, the death of the Lord's Chosen One. The Christian life is fundamentally about Jesus Christ. It's about glorifying Him, following Him, worshiping Him, behol...

This sermon explores Psalm 9 as a declaration of God's role as the righteous judge who establishes order in a chaotic world. The central message emphasizes that believers are called to praise God with their whole hearts, minds, and souls because His judgments are just and His mercy is steadfast. By contrasting the lawlessness of a world without a king with the security of God's rule, the text high...

The priesthood is defiled, for they show partiality in the Law! The pastorate is corrupted, for they show partiality in the Gospel!

In Revelation 3:7-13, Christ speaks to the church in Philadelphia. This was a small, persecuted church with "little power," yet it remained faithful to His Word and refused to deny His name. This passage reminds us that Christ does not measure His church by worldly strength, influence, or size, but by faithfulness. As the Holy and True One who holds the key of David, Jesus possesses complete autho...

This sermon explores Paul's prayer for the Thessalonian believers, emphasizing that their faithfulness is the key to being counted worthy of God's calling. The message highlights that this worthiness is not earned but displayed through a life that reflects Christ's character, even amidst suffering and persecution. It encourages believers to anchor their souls in the goodness of God, trusting that...

Mark 9:30-32 He [Jesus] said to them, "The Son of Man is going to be delivered into the hands of men. They will kill Him, and after three days He will rise." But they did not understand what He meant and were afraid to ask Him about it. Mark 9:31b-32

This sermon examines the contrasting responses to the gospel in Thessalonica and Berea, using the narrative in Acts 17 to illustrate the reality of Christian suffering amidst the spread of the truth. The central message emphasizes that opposition to the faith is not a sign of failure but a privilege granted to believers who share in the sufferings of Christ, as seen in the example of Paul and Sila...

The sermon explores the theological distinction between sinlessness and perfection, using Hebrews 5 to demonstrate that Jesus was perfected through His obedience and suffering. It emphasizes that while believers are forgiven at salvation, they are not yet perfect, but are instead being shaped by the Holy Spirit into the likeness of Christ. The message highlights the ongoing process of sanctificati...

What is the lesson of the fig tree in Matthew 24, and what did Jesus mean when He said, "this generation will not pass away until all these things take place"? In Matthew 24:32-35, Jesus teaches His disciples to recognize the signs He has given, remain alert, and trust that every word He has spoken will come to pass. Pastor Casey Lewis continues through the Olivet Discourse from an amillennial, al...

In "The Transfiguration, Part 1," Charles Sebold, lay teacher at New Covenant Church, continues the Adult Sunday School series in Luke with Luke 9:27-31. Jesus' promise that some "will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God" is answered eight days later on a mountain, where three disciples see what is under the veil. The glory there does not cancel the cross Jesus had just announced; it...

How can believers have joy when suffering is real and painful? In 1Peter 1:6, Peter reminds us that Christian joy is not based on our circumstances, but on the salvation we have in Christ. Listen as we consider how our suffering is momentary, allowed by God, genuinely painful, and experienced through various kinds of trials --- and why our salvation gives us reason for joy in the midst of it all.

1. God's Powerful Acts 2. Israel's Difficult Question 3. The Suffering of Christ and His People

The sermon explores the central theme of Philippians 3, arguing that the primary goal of the Christian life is not merely ethical performance but a deep, consuming affection for Christ. It identifies this 'one thing' as the mindset of heavenly citizenship, where believers press toward the goal of knowing Christ fully, even in suffering. The text emphasizes that while this desire is the climax of t...

This sermon examines Psalm 12 as a contrast between the pervasive deceit of humanity and the absolute purity of God's Word. The text highlights the universal nature of human lies and flattery, which often serve self-interest rather than truth, while affirming that God's speech is refined and trustworthy like silver. The central pivot of the psalm is identified as God's promise to arise and protect...

In Mark 6:7–13, Jesus sends the twelve apostles under His authority to proclaim repentance, depend upon God's provision, and demonstrate the advancing power of His kingdom. Their mission reminds the church that ministry begins with Christ, belongs to Christ, and depends upon Christ. Though the apostles exercised a unique and foundational authority, Christ still sends His church into the world thro...

This sermon centers on the exhortation to serve the Lord with gladness, drawing primarily from Psalm 100 to explore how believers can maintain joy and praise amidst suffering, loss, and daily trials. The message argues that true gladness is not dependent on circumstances but on the character of God, who is good, righteous, and faithful, as illustrated by the example of Paul and Silas praising God...

This lesson explores the biblical virtue of long-suffering as a central component of Christian service, particularly in the context of caring for the sick and dying. It highlights the immense physical, emotional, and financial burdens faced by family caregivers, noting that millions of adults and children require long-term care in the United States. Through the story of Dr. Robertson McQuilkin, wh...

Over Philippians 1:27-30, we see the goal that should be central for every believer, the advance of the Gospel of Christ. We are called to stand firm, not just as individuals, but as the church together united by the work of the Lord. Knowing our mission, we are to work together striving to see the Gospel be proclaimed and Christ be made much of in all things!

10/04/2026 "The Aroma of Christ's Love" 1 Corinthians 13:1-8