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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...

This sermon examines Daniel 11:20-45, tracing the historical rise and fall of Antiochus IV Epiphanes and his conflict with the Ptolemaic kingdom of Egypt. The teaching highlights the fulfillment of prophecy through historical records, specifically citing Josephus and the Maccabees, to demonstrate that God sovereignly governs the rise and fall of world powers according to His appointed time. It con...

We think through some basic considerations before dig into the text of Revelation. What principles should govern our interpretation? Why does the date matter?

Lord's Day Worship | September 27th, 2026

In 1 Peter 5:5–7, the Apostle Peter calls believers to live humbly under God's mighty hand. This message considers the posture of humility toward godly leadership and one another, the providence of humility as we bow beneath God's sovereign hand and wait for His timing, and the peace of humility as we cast every care upon Him. The same mighty hand that governs our lives is the loving hand of the G...

In this lesson, we take a general look at God's providence as it upholds, directs, disposes, and governs all things for his glory. During this, we also show this providence on display in the many small details that God orchestrated to bring about the exodus of Israel, and then we apply this in a way to show Christians how they are to live in the midst of bright and dark providences.

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for Christians to submit to governing authorities, grounded in the text of 1 Peter 2:13-17. It argues that submission is required because government is an institution ordained by God, and it serves as a powerful witness to the world through honourable conduct and good works. The message distinguishes between general obedience and the necessary civil disobe...

What does a healthy church owe one another? In Ephesians 4:25–32, Paul shows that putting off the old man and living in the new means allowing Christ to reshape how we speak, handle anger, use our resources, treat others, and forgive within the body of Christ. In What We Owe One Another, the church is reminded that these commands are not an arbitrary list of rules—they are rooted in God's characte...

Solomon is established as King of Israel and there is peace and prosperity like at no other time in the history of ancient Israel. We review the roster of his "cabinet". We are given a "lay of the land" controlled by King Solomon's reign. And then we end with a discussion of Solomon's writings and worldwide reputation. Also Reference: Matthew 23:23, (Isaiah 10:22), Romans 9:27, Song of Solomon 3:9...

This sermon explores the theological foundations of religious liberty by examining the limits and checks on family authority within a sinful world. It argues that while God establishes specific roles within the family, He also provides external oversight through the church and government to protect the vulnerable and maintain order. The text highlights Galatians 6 as a model for spiritual restorat...

The sermon addresses the theological obligation of Christians to submit to earthly authorities, refuting the notion that rebellion against the state is a sign of spiritual dedication. By examining Romans 13 alongside historical examples such as Joseph, Daniel, and the Israelites under Babylonian rule, the text argues that all governing powers are ordained by God, even when they appear evil or oppr...

This sermon examines Westminster Confession of Faith 8.7 and 8.8 to articulate the certainty of Christ's mediation and the effectual application of redemption to His elect. It addresses the theological tension of the hypostatic union, explaining how Christ acts according to both His divine and human natures while remaining one person. The central focus is on the doctrine of limited atonement, argu...

The sermon examines Psalm 82 to address the moral and political failures of contemporary society, emphasising that civil rulers are accountable to God for their governance. It argues that while human leaders often judge unjustly and neglect the vulnerable, God stands as the ultimate arbiter who upholds righteousness and truth. The text calls the church to reject neutrality on moral issues, such as...

(1) Israel Watch 9/23/26: The Iran Conflict remains on hold as Iran cries, "Not Fair!" to the U.N. and U.N. Sec. Gen. Antonio Guterres LIES to the world and we give him a Pinnochio NOSE. We demonstrate his lies regarding the Gaza War with a chart. We also provide a chart showing the reality of deaths in Gaza which refute the claims of "genocide" and demonstrate disproportionate deaths of military...

Deuteronomy 17:8–20 addresses the structures God established in Old Covenant Israel for the maintenance of justice: a higher appellate court to adjudicate cases too difficult for local judges, and the law of the king regulating the future monarchy. The passage sets out both the authority and the strict limits placed on Israel's rulers, with implications for how God's people understand civil author...

THE ROAD TO REPENTANCE 1. The Concealment of the Cancerous Sin A. Unrepentant Sin causes Distress B. Unrepentant Sin causes Distraction C. Unrepentant Sin causes Discipline D. Unrepentant Sin causes Drought 2. The Counsel of the Caring Savior A. On our Need to Be Guided B. On our Need to Be Governed C. On our Need to Be Guarded

Why is it that leaders can be guilty of injustice and oppression for years, only to be finally removed from office or publicly disgraced when a sexual scandal breaks? Why do men like Bill Gothard or Joe Biden spend years openly using their authority and forcing women and children to endure their violations of intimacy through unwanted touches or closeness, and it is accepted? How do we solve these...

The sermon examines the Council at Jerusalem as a pivotal moment where the early church addressed the tension between Jewish law and Gentile faith. It highlights the theological resolution that salvation comes through the grace of Jesus Christ rather than adherence to the Mosaic Law, specifically rejecting the requirement of circumcision for Gentile believers. The exposition emphasizes the importa...

Sermon | Esther 6:1-14 | Sunday Evening Service, September 20, 2026. Preacher: Ps Rocky Stevenson This sermon explores Esther chapter six as the pivotal moment where God's hidden providence becomes visible through the convergence of seemingly mundane events. The central message emphasizes that God governs history and individual lives through ordinary circumstances, such as a king's insomnia and th...