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This sermon examines the inevitability of worldly hatred toward believers, rooted in the fact that Christians are chosen out of the world to belong to Jesus. It contrasts the secular worldview, described through Hegelian philosophy as driven by alienation and conflict, with the Gospel's offer of true recognition and peace through humility and faith. The message emphasizes that while persecution is...

In this sermon from John 6:1-15, Pastor Rockhill takes up the only miracle recorded in all four Gospels, the feeding of the five thousand, and presses home its enduring significance as a sign. His central burden is that this abundant provision was never meant merely to fill empty stomachs but to reveal that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and ultimately the true bread of life whom the Father...

PM sermons are preceded by a Confessional, Catechism, Historic Creed lesson, or a lesson from the NT (Usually 5 minutes or so) WSC Q. 45 Which is the first commandment? A. The first commandment is, Thou shalt have no other gods before me. Q. 46 What is required in the first commandment? A. The first commandment requireth us to know and acknowledge God to be the only true God, and our God; and to w...

This sermon explores the imperative for Christian unity and forgiveness as central expressions of love, grounded in the exhortations of 1 Peter 3:8-12. Tomi argues that love naturally produces church unity through humble service and compassion, mirroring the example of Christ's self-emptying sacrifice. He further asserts that love necessitates forgiveness, urging believers to refrain from retaliat...

The sermon explores the Parable of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10, presenting it as a profound illustration of the gospel rather than merely a lesson on neighborly duty. It argues that the robbed man represents humanity stripped of righteousness by sin, while the priest and Levite demonstrate the inability of religious law-keeping to provide salvation. The Samaritan is identified as a type of Chris...

Pastor josh teaches us the context around Jesus's most famous miracle.

This sermon examines Isaiah 21, focusing on the prophetic judgments against Babylon, Edom, and Arabia as both historical events and symbolic foreshadowings of the final judgment of the world. The exposition highlights the emotional weight of these prophecies for the prophet and the people of Judah, emphasizing that God reveals His justice to instill holy fear in believers rather than anxiety about...

The sermon explores the theme of divine compassion and the necessity of seeking Christ for both physical and spiritual healing, using the accounts of the leper, the paralytic, and the man at the pool of Bethesda as primary illustrations. It highlights that while Jesus addresses immediate physical ailments, His ultimate concern is the forgiveness of sin, a truth underscored by the Old Testament rit...

Dave Jenkins explores four lessons Christians can learn from Charles Spurgeon: confidence in the authority and sufficiency of Scripture, devotion to Christ and the gospel, compassion for people, and perseverance through suffering. Drawing on 2 Timothy 4:2 and 1 Corinthians 2:2, this episode encourages believers to grow in biblical conviction, care for others, and remain faithful to Christ through...

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This instructional sermon examines the casuistic legislation found in Deuteronomy 22 and 23, arguing that these laws are tailored to the specific historical context of ancient Israel rather than serving as universal moral codes. The central theme identifies the restraint of greed and covetousness as the unifying principle behind diverse regulations, ranging from property rights and agricultural pr...

This sermon examines the urgent shift in Jude's letter from a planned discussion on common salvation to a necessary warning against infiltrators who have breached the church's perimeter. The central message calls believers to earnestly contend for the faith, defined as the unchanging gospel core of Christ's death, burial, and resurrection, rather than engaging in debates over secondary traditions...

This sermon explores the theological necessity of personal evangelism by examining the inherent spiritual condition of humanity, which is characterized by sin from birth, nature, choice, and deed. It argues that all individuals are spiritually dead, physically mortal, and destined for the second death unless they receive Christ, emphasizing that human efforts to please God are futile due to a corr...

Luk 19:41 And when he was come near, he beheld the city, and wept over it, Luk 19:42 Saying, If thou hadst known, even thou, at least in this thy day, the things which belong unto thy peace! but now they are hid from thine eyes. Luk 19:43 For the days shall come upon thee, that thine enemies shall cast a trench about thee, and compass thee round, and keep thee in on every side, Luk 19:44 And shall...

In this study on Richard Baxter's approach to soul care, his writings on melancholy—most notably in The Right Method for a Settled Peace of Conscience, The Christian Directory, and his Cripplegate discourse The Cure of Melancholy—offer a remarkably compassionate and holistic vision of the human person. Operating far ahead of his time, Baxter recognized that true spiritual distress is often deeply...

The sermon centers on the enduring mercy and faithfulness of God, drawing primarily from Lamentations 3:21-26 to affirm that the believer's hope rests solely in Christ. It emphasizes that divine compassion is renewed daily, ensuring that God's people are not consumed by their sins but are kept by His power. The message transitions to a theological exposition of Ephesians 1 and Romans 8, arguing th...

This sermon explores the transition of the disciples from passive observers to active participants in Jesus' mission, emphasizing that believers are called to engage in the work of the Kingdom rather than remain on the sidelines. The message highlights three key aspects of this call: directing efforts toward those who are lost, serving with compassion and dependence on God's provision, and faithfu...

Matthew 10:5-15 can be broken down by the six basic questions, Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How? Using this framework, Pastor Rob then relays Christ's simple message that Christians can trust Christ to provide His people with all they need to be faithful in sharing the Gospel with others.

Ebed-melech heard that Jeremiah had been left in a dungeon, and he brought the matter to the king even though powerful men were responsible. His response shows us how trust in God leads to truthful speech, practical action, and tender care for someone in danger. From Jeremiah 38:7-13, this message challenges the fear that keeps known duties undone and points us toward the next faithful step. Doing...

This sermon examines the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees in Matthew 12, focusing on the theological tension between legalistic observance of the Sabbath and the divine authority of Christ. The central message asserts that Jesus is greater than the temple and the Sabbath itself, emphasizing that mercy and doing good take precedence over rigid ritualistic rules. By citing the actions o...

This sermon explores the multifaceted nature of divine compassion as demonstrated in the healing of Peter's mother-in-law, highlighting its sensitivity, energy, tangible touch, and ultimate fortitude. The speaker contrasts human tendencies toward desensitization and selfish entitlement with Jesus' immediate and selfless response to suffering, even when weary. By examining the physical act of Jesus...

Continuing his sermon series on Christ's emotional life, Pastor Holland examines the perfect emotional balance of Jesus Christ, arguing that He consistently experienced the right emotions at the right time and to the proper degree. By analyzing passages such as Mark 1, John 11, and Mark 10, he demonstrates how Christ simultaneously expressed deep compassion and holy indignation, challenging the no...

In examining Christ's Emotions and Ours, Pastor Holland explores the theological connection between human emotions and the values they reveal, arguing that feelings are natural expressions of what the heart loves most. By examining Jesus's responses in John 8 and John 2, he demonstrates that Christ's balanced emotional life flowed from a supreme commitment to God's honor and the good of others, ra...

WHEN GOD DECLASSIFIES THE SECRETS. [What Is Hidden Will One Day Be Revealed] Luke 12:1–3 KJV For decades, secret aircraft such as the U-2 and A-12 OXCART flew from highly classified facilities while the public wondered what was moving through the heavens. Today mankind continues searching distant worlds for answers about the universe. Yet Scripture begins with the ultimate answer: "In the beginnin...