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An exposition of John 18:28–32 examining the opening exchange between the Jewish leaders and Pontius Pilate as they deliver Jesus for execution. The sermon traces the bitter irony of the chief priests refusing to enter the praetorium for fear of ceremonial defilement while simultaneously conspiring to put the innocent Son of God to death, and shows how their very actions fulfil Jesus' earlier word...

Hebrews 9:23–28 reminds us that Jesus did what no earthly priest could ever accomplish. In the Old Testament, priests repeatedly entered the earthly sanctuary with sacrifices, because sin required continual atonement. But Jesus offered Himself once and for all. He did not enter an earthly sanctuary made by human hands; He entered the presence of God on our behalf. This means we do not have to live...

WHAT MEAN YE BY THESE STONES. Joshua 4:1-24 KJVAfter God miraculously brought Israel across the Jordan River on dry ground, He commanded Joshua to take twelve stones from the river and establish a memorial. Those stones were more than rocks—they were a testimony. When future generations asked, "What mean ye by these stones?", God's people were to tell them what the Lord had done. In this opening l...

Matthew 21:15 "And when the chief priests and scribes saw the wonderful things that he did, and the children crying in the temple, and saying, Hosanna to the Son of David; they were sore displeased," King James Version

Can a meal be an act of evangelism? In this plenary address from the 2026 Center for Missions & Evangelism Conference, Eric Watkins makes the case that it can, and that it is a calling for the whole church. Moving from Deuteronomy 26 to Acts 6, Watkins shows that mercy ministry flows from the heart of God, and that the establishment of the diaconate was followed by "a great many of the priests" be...

This sermon examines the regulatory and ethical frameworks presented in Deuteronomy chapters 18 through 21, focusing on the divine restraints placed upon religious leaders, warfare, and family life. The central theme is the imperative to purge evil from the community to maintain holiness, illustrated through the prohibition of priestly greed, the criteria for true prophecy, and the laws governing...

In this lesson we look at the humanistic thinking that shaped the western world in the early twentieth century.

A devotional delivered to the congregation of Emmanuel Reformed Baptist Church (SeaTac, WA) during the midweek prayer meeting.

Deuteronomy 18 turns from civil administration to ecclesiastical order, addressing the provision and role of the Levitical priesthood, the prohibition of occult practice, and the promise of the Prophet like Moses. The sermon traces the chapter's movement from the material support of the Levites, through the stark contrast between pagan divination and covenant revelation, to the messianic prophecy...

In this episode, Assistant Pastor Ryan Ahlenius sits down with Pastor Cogbill and John Unger to discuss a question on 1 Timothy 3:11. The ESV translates 1 Timothy 3:11 as 'their wives', although a more faithful translation would be 'the women'. Is this verse referring to an office of deaconess? How does Titus 2 shed more light on women who serve the local church? How should we understand the uses...

The Levites were set apart to serve God's people through worship and teaching, receiving cities rather than a territorial inheritance. Their role points to the New Covenant reality that all believers are priests through Christ, while ordained ministers remain essential for faithfully teaching God's Word and should be supported by the church. In this sermon, Christians are called to value faithful...

The sermon explores Leviticus 9 as the pivotal moment when the ministry of the tabernacle begins, marking a new beginning for Israel after the consecration of the priests. It highlights the sequence of obedience, where Aaron first offers for his own sins before mediating for the people, illustrating the necessity of personal atonement before serving others. The text emphasizes that the glory of th...

This sermon examines the account of the poor widow in Mark 12, emphasizing that her offering of two mites was not merely a financial transaction but a profound act of faith that pointed to the cross of Christ. The preacher argues that the central lesson is not simply the duty of tithing, but the recognition of Jesus as the ultimate sacrifice and substitute for sin, which the widow glimpsed through...

Today we want to look at the Lord's authority. After Jesus cleared out the temple, the ruler come to Him to question Him on His authority. What authority does Jesus really have? Join us as we look at what authority He claims and proves and why this question is so sinful.

Hebrews 1:1-9:14. Because Jesus is our superior and eternal High Priest, He accomplishes completely what no earthly priest, sacrifice, or religious system could ever accomplish.

This sermon examines the calling of the prophet Samuel as recorded in 1 Samuel, highlighting his background as a child of promise dedicated to the Lord. The message emphasizes Samuel's immediate and humble obedience when God called him, contrasting his response with the spiritual decline of Eli, the high priest. It explores the theological significance of the rare word of the Lord in that era and...

Private masses, or receiving this sacrament by a priest, or any other, alone; as likewise the denial of the cup to the people; worshipping the elements, the lifting them up, or carrying them about for adoration, and the reserving them for any pretended religious use, are all contrary to the nature of this sacrament, and to the institution of Christ.

There is only one way to live, and that is to live under the total lordship of Christ. We live in orientation to Jesus Christ, now enthroned, reigning with power for our salvation and the renewal of all things. He has already accomplished all that is needed. He is at the centre of all, above all, and the goal of all; He is the meaning of everything in the book of Hebrews. The tabernacle and the te...

In Leviticus 21-22, the Lord demands that his priests must be holy in their walk and in their work. This call to holiness is not a legalistic burden but a reflection of God's own character and redeeming love. The priest's holy walk and work ultimately points to Jesus Christ as the unblemished High Priest whose holiness enables believers to walk holy and draw others to God.

This sermon examines the third petition of Christ's high priestly prayer, focusing on the unity of believers as described in John 17. The central argument posits that Christian unity is grounded in three shared realities: a common gospel, a common glory, and a common goal. The common gospel refers to the apostolic message that unites Jews and Gentiles into one body, while the common glory is ident...

Grace Bible Fellowship Sunday September 27, 2026 Welcome Everyone! Jesus' Qualifications To Be Our High Priest Hebrews 5: 1-10

The sermon explores the theological significance of the cities of refuge in Joshua 20, arguing that divine justice is characterized by accessibility, impartiality, and a rigorous process that distinguishes between intentional murder and unintentional manslaughter. It emphasizes that Yahweh's justice protects the innocent from vengeance while ensuring the guilty are not excused, thereby preventing...