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This sermon emphasizes that the primary goal of a healthy church is not merely numerical expansion but the genuine spiritual growth and discipleship of its members. Drawing from the Great Commission in Matthew 28, the message argues that making disciples involves a process of preaching the gospel, baptizing new believers, and teaching believers to know truth and follow Christ faithfully. The text...

This sermon explores the spiritual significance of Zion as a typological representation of the church of Christ, drawing from Psalm 87 to outline the foundations, gates, priority, glory, citizenship, and fountains of the believer's community. The central message emphasizes that the church is built upon the unchanging foundation of Jesus Christ, who is the head and bridegroom of the body, rather th...

This sermon explores the theological implications of Jude 1:5-6, emphasizing that neither Israel's chosen status nor the angels' proximity to God guaranteed safety from judgment. The speaker argues that modern Christianity often adopts a naturalistic worldview that contradicts the supernatural reality presented in Scripture, leading to a lack of biblical literacy regarding angelology and spiritual...

The sermon examines Genesis chapter 5 to highlight the theological significance of the genealogies recorded from Adam to Noah. It identifies Seth as the appointed seed who replaces Abel, establishing the messianic line through which Christ would come. The teaching contrasts the first Adam, who was created in God's image but lost it through sin, with the last Adam, Jesus Christ, who is a quickening...

"The Holy Spirit's Manifestation" John 14:16-25

The sermon explores the doctrine of justification by examining the Westminster Confession of Faith and the book of Hebrews, emphasizing that Christ's active and passive obedience provides a full, real, and proper satisfaction to God's justice. It argues against the notion of partial atonement by highlighting the once-for-all nature of Christ's sacrifice, which perfectly discharges the debt of sin...

In Chapter 17 of The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded, John Owen addresses the severe danger of spiritual decay—a spiritual condition worse than mere slow growth, where a believer's initial love, vigor, and affection for heavenly things gradually wane over time. Owen carefully distinguishes between perceived decays (caused by temporary seasons of severe temptation or natural changes in e...

Repentance is to turn away from sin and instead seek to live a life in conformity to the law of God with the help of the Holy Spirit.

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This sermon explores the theological foundation of a thriving marriage, arguing that vertical communion with God is the essential prerequisite for horizontal oneness between spouses. Drawing primarily from Psalm 128, the message posits that a husband's consistent walk with the Lord, characterized by humility and reliance on the Holy Spirit, naturally produces the fruit of a fruitful household. The...

This sermon explores the theological definition of the local church as a living body fitly joined together, emphasizing that God intentionally assigns believers to specific congregations for their growth and service. The message highlights the Greek concept of tight integration and adjustment, urging members to view their church membership as a divinely appointed post rather than a casual choice....

N.T.Wright uses Messianic prophecies and passages to do with judgment to set out his view of Jesus‟ ministry and crucifixion, and the ministry of believers by the Spirit. I have argued my disagreement with Wright‟s understanding on these issues. In the body of my book, we looked in particular at Wright‟s use of Psalms 72 and 95. In this Appendix, I want to look at some more Messianic passages. Fur...

Grab your Bible and join us as we explore the biblical reality that God's moral law has not been canceled by the cross. Christ fulfilled its demands for our justification, and by the Spirit He is fulfilling its righteous requirement in us for our sanctification. This lecture walks through the three uses of the law and shows why grace does not erase the standard—it supplies the power to love and ob...

The piece presents a detailed account of a widespread religious revival occurring across the Saratoga region, highlighting the transformation of previously destitute areas into centers of fervent faith. It documents the rapid growth of congregations in towns such as Malta, Stillwater, Ballston, and Galway, where hundreds of individuals have publicly professed their faith and joined the church. The...

This was the funeral sermon for Mark Nixon, Sr., a beloved emeritus elder who departed to be with the Lord on October 30th, 2026. The Lord Jesus Christ desires his people. He desires them... 1. To be with him. 2. To see him. 3. To love him (even more). The Lord Jesus Christ desired Mark Nixon, and now has him in full. Disclosure: the preacher experienced a coughing fit in the first five minutes of...

This sermon explores two essential attributes of God: His spirituality and His simplicity. The speaker explains that God is spirit, meaning He is immaterial, invisible, and without a physical body, which necessitates worship in spirit and truth rather than through physical images or idols. The message highlights Jesus Christ as the unique image of the invisible God, making the divine nature visibl...

Chapter 12 of John Owen's The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded establishes that true spiritual mindedness requires a fundamental transformation of our affections—our deepest desires, loves, and longings. Owen argues that because human affections are thoroughly corrupted by the Fall, they naturally rebel against God and cling to worldly vanities. This depravity cannot be cured by temporar...

When we gather on the Lord's Day, we spend a significant amount of our time singing. Why? In Colossians 3:16-17 and Ephesians 5:18-21, we see that Christians are a singing people. We sing with sincerity and thanksgiving when we are filled with the Spirit and allow the Word to dwell in us richly.

Why do we worship on Sunday if the Sabbath is on Saturday? Throughout the world, the vast majority of Christian denominations hold worship services on Sunday. However, if you ask professing Christians what caused Sabbath worship to move from the last day of the week to the first, most would either say the Sabbath is unrelated to Sunday worship or point to tradition. But there are important biblica...

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...