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This sermon concludes a series on worship by examining the Lord's Supper through the lens of 1 Corinthians 11, arguing that the primary issue in the Corinthian church was a failure to recognize the objective reality of God's presence at the table. The speaker contends that the meal is not merely a subjective act of remembrance or self-examination, but a covenantal sign instituted by Christ to seal...

Pastor Mark Hogan teaches on Matthew 6:13, explaining that temptation is an incitement to sin arising from Satan, our sinful flesh, and the world, not from God (James 1:13; Galatians 6:1). The petition does not ask never to encounter temptation—Jesus himself was led into the wilderness and warned his disciples to "watch and pray" in Gethsemane (Matthew 4; Matthew 26:41)—but asks God to preserve an...

This sermon explores Psalm 63 as a model for deep spiritual devotion, emphasizing the believer's urgent thirst for God's presence over worldly distractions.

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-29-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics I...

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The Nation of Israel was given the Law to draw them to faith, instead they became a people of law-keeping unbelievers. Works without faith. So, Jesus comes preaching salvation by faith in Him alone... and became the Stumblingstone and Rock of Offence. Also Reference: Galatians 2:16, Hebrews 9:15-16, John 5:38-47, Matthew 5:17-20, Psalm 118:22, Matthew 13:57, Isaiah 8:13-17, Isaiah 28:16, Matthew 2...

The sermon argues that formal church membership is a biblical necessity, countering the modern trend of hyper-individualism that diminishes the corporate nature of the church. It presents five key arguments for membership, including the connection between the universal and local church, the practice of adding members through baptism in Acts, the need for pastoral oversight, the requirement for def...

This sermon explores the believer's direct access to God through the lens of Psalm 5, contrasting the frustration of worldly bureaucracy with the ease of approaching the divine throne. The central message emphasizes that this free access is enabled by God's mercy, which motivates believers to engage in various forms of prayer, from articulate words to silent groaning. The text further highlights t...

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...

Today's Sunday School examines the doctrine of the Covenant of Works as articulated in Chapter 6 of the Baptist Confession of Faith. The teaching is structured around three key concepts: man is created upright and perfect in the image of God, man is covenanted through a sovereignly established law that promises life for obedience and death for breach, and man is crowned with a position of honor th...

This sermon examines the narrative of Martha and Mary to illustrate how religious service can become a distraction from the essential communion with Jesus Christ. The speaker argues that Martha's anxiety and frustration stemmed from prioritizing tasks over relationship, whereas Mary chose the 'good part' of sitting at Jesus' feet. Drawing on Psalm 27 and Deuteronomy 4, the message urges believers...

What does it mean to pray as a child before a Father who already knows what we need? In Matthew 6:7–8, Jesus warns against empty, mechanical prayer that treats words as though they can force God to listen or act. Through the contrast with pagan prayer, the persistence of Christ in Gethsemane, and the Father's perfect knowledge, this message asks us to examine where our confidence in prayer really...

This sermon explores the central themes of Psalm 23, emphasizing the personal relationship between God and believers through the metaphor of the Good Shepherd. The speaker outlines three key aspects of this relationship: provision, protection, and presence, illustrating how God meets the needs of His people, guards them through life's valleys, and actively pursues them with mercy. The message cont...

1. The Oneness of Believers 2. The Gifts Given to Believers 3. The Reflection Among Believers

The sermon provides an instructional defense for observing the Lord's Supper with unleavened bread and wine, arguing that these elements best represent the sinlessness of Christ and the cleansing power of His blood. It addresses the historical shift to grape juice, asserting that the biblical context and the symbolic meaning of fermentation support the use of wine. The teaching further explains th...