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This sermon concludes a series on Philippians by emphasizing that the gospel is not merely an entry point for salvation but a daily source of power for Christian living. The central message focuses on the concept of koinonia, or gospel partnership, urging believers to view the church as a unified community of faith that shares in Christ's sufferings and mission. The preacher contrasts this corpora...

The believer can take comfort in knowing that the God of grace who forgives sin, also delivers us from the power of the evil one.

Receive good gifts from our perfect Father, who is perfecting us in Christ.

What is the primary fruit of regeneration? Of justification? Of sanctification? We are too passive about the Christian life! The justified shall live by faith: A faith that rests passively in Christ for justification. A faith that acts actively upon Christ for justification.

"Show up," we are responsible to meet with God's people and, as part of his body, to help each other in our sanctification. "Speak up," let the word of Christ dwell in you richly and speak it into the lives of others, for their good and edification. "Man up" in the face of all the objections that you can think of for not obeying God, don't willingly sin! It's a terrible thing to fall into the hand...

This sermon explores the doctrine of Sola Scriptura, asserting that the Bible is the final and infallible authority for Christian faith and practice. The teaching emphasizes the divine inspiration of Scripture, explaining that because the text is God-breathed, it is free from error and possesses supreme authority over human tradition, cultural opinion, and church hierarchy. Historical examples fro...

We learn that God's word is a mirror that reflects back to us what we need to see

This sermon explores the theological contrast between Babylon and the New Jerusalem, defining the believer's true identity as the bride of Christ rather than a product of past sin or failure. It emphasizes that while believers are already new creations in Christ, the process of sanctification continues through life's trials, which God uses to conform them to the image of Jesus. Drawing on Revelati...

This class continues the discussion from last week by reviewing some of the key Trinitarian terms. We also discuss the distinction between the immanent and economic Trinity, how to understand the missions of the Persons of the Trinity analogically, and prepare for our discussion of the biblical text next week.

The sermon explores the prophecy in Isaiah 42, highlighting how God's sovereign plan involves both the temporary casting off of Israel and the extension of the gospel to the Gentiles. It emphasizes that God's works of providence and grace are often mysterious and contrary to human wisdom, as seen in the lives of biblical figures like Joseph and Job. The message asserts that despite the darkness an...

This sermon addresses the common struggle of believers who lack assurance of their salvation, using a case study to explore the root causes of such doubt. It distinguishes between the fruit of assurance and the root issues of sin and distorted views of God, emphasizing that while Christians wrestle with besetting sins, they do not willfully practice them. The teaching highlights the importance of...

Sanctification is a gracious work of God that occurs over our lifetime, renews us after God's image, and enables us to die to our sin and live unto righteousness.

The sermon explores how justification by faith fundamentally transforms the believer's perspective on life, shifting the focus from earthly struggles to divine glory. It identifies three specific areas of joy for the justified: the hope of God's glory, the experience of tribulations, and God Himself as the ultimate treasure. By examining Romans 5 alongside Romans 8 and 1 Peter 1, the message argue...

This sermon explores the theological necessity of the Incarnation by examining five specific reasons why God became man in Jesus Christ. The central message emphasizes that Christ's humanity serves to rule over the world, sanctify believers through a sacred brotherhood, destroy the power of death, atone for sin, and provide sympathetic help in temptation. The tone is pastoral and comforting, addre...

In this Adult Sunday School lesson from his series through the Gospel of Luke, Charles Sebold teaches Luke 9:18-26, where the question hanging over the narrative since the storm on the sea is finally answered. Praying alone, as He does at every hinge in Luke, Jesus asks who the crowds say He is, and they offer the same too-small categories Herod heard. Then He asks, "But who do you say that I am?"...

Freedom in Christ is real, but it is not a license to live however we want. The book of Judges shows us what happens when God's people stop looking to Him and start doing what feels right to them. The tribe of Dan abandoned the land God had given them, seeking an easier path, and it led to generations of spiritual ruin. True freedom is not found in following our own hearts but in growing closer to...

This sermon urges believers to pursue entire consecration through a voracious and purposeful engagement with the Bible, arguing that spiritual growth is impossible without daily immersion in God's Word. The speaker uses the historical example of King Josiah finding the lost Book of the Law to challenge the congregation to examine whether they have spiritually 'lost' the Bible through neglect or se...

This sermon concludes a series on Nehemiah by examining the final chapter, where God's people repeatedly drift from their vows despite initial restoration. The central message emphasizes that human strength is insufficient for maintaining faithfulness, highlighting the need for divine grace and the ultimate hope found in Christ, the faithful covenant keeper. The text explores three areas of reform...

This sermon explores the call to persevere in God's love as the primary defense against false teachers who promote licentiousness and separate believers from apostolic doctrine. It emphasizes that this perseverance is grounded in the believer's definitive sanctification and preservation in Christ, which are acts of God's grace rather than human effort. The message outlines three practical means of...

1. Calling 2. Purpose 3. Possibility This sermon examines the biblical mandate for husbands to love their wives by modeling their conduct on Christ's relationship with the Church. The central argument posits that true marital love is defined by sacrificial giving, unconditional commitment, and tender care, rather than worldly passion or conditional attraction. By exploring the doctrine of sanctifi...

This sermon explores the profound power and danger of human speech, contrasting the creative, truthful words of God in Genesis with the corrupting influence of sin introduced in the Garden of Eden. The central argument posits that while no human can tame the tongue through their own strength or willpower, believers are called to rely entirely on the grace and transforming work of the Holy Spirit....