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The sermon centers on the identity of Jesus as a friend to sinners, drawing primarily from Matthew 11 to contrast the rejection of John the Baptist and Jesus by religious leaders with His willingness to associate with those considered outcasts. The speaker shares a personal testimony of conversion, emphasizing that Jesus did not condemn the sinner but extended mercy and friendship, inviting them t...

What if the way you were taught to forgive undermines the way you're told to trust God? Many of us grew up hearing that God forgives only those who repent, so we should forgive that way too. It sounds biblical enough. But what happens to our assurance when we sin in ways we never notice? In Part 1 of a three-part series, Dr. J. Mark Beach joins Jared to challenge the "transactional" view of forgiv...

A thankful heart grows from knowing God's grace in Jesus Christ. Drawing from Colossians 3:12–17, Dave Jenkins explains how biblical thanksgiving reaches beyond our words to shape the way we see life and treat others. This episode considers how the gospel confronts entitlement, why Christians need to remember God's faithfulness, and how we can trust His providence in circumstances we would never c...

1 Thess chapter 5 explores the high calling of Christians to refrain from retaliation and instead actively pursue the good of others, even those who have mistreated them. It contrasts the natural human desire for revenge with the supernatural standard set by Jesus in Luke 6, emphasizing that non-retaliation is merely the baseline for Christian maturity. The teaching highlights that returning evil...

Why would David pray "Cast me not away from thy presence; and take not thy holy spirit from me" (Psalm 51:11), when he had seen the Spirit of the LORD depart from Saul (1 Samuel 16:14)? Peter was standing in faith beside the Lord Jesus Christ at the Last Supper, so read Luke 22:32 and ask what he still had to be converted from. Then ask what sacrifice God will not despise when a man comes back to...

The sermon emphasizes that experiential Christianity is defined by the practical love and unity displayed within the body of Christ, rather than mere intellectual assent to doctrine. Drawing from Ephesians 4, the message argues that spiritual gifts are given to equip believers for mutual edification, fostering a maturity that resists division and heresy. The speaker contends that how believers tre...

Pastor Brewer discusses Nehemiah's love for the people of God, displayed through Nehemiah's generosity towards the workers who are rebuilding Jerusalem city's wall. Nehemiah charges the usurious nobles of putting the workers back into a slavery which is no different than that from which the Lord liberated them, when He brought them out of Egypt.

Micah 3:7 (KJV) Then shall the seers be ashamed, and the diviners confounded: yea, they shall all cover their lips; for there is no answer of God.

This sermon examines the dual requirements of true obedience found in the book of Jonah: performing the right actions and maintaining the right attitude. While Jonah eventually obeys God's command to preach to Nineveh, his underlying hatred for the people reveals a heart misaligned with God's mercy. The narrative highlights the Ninevites' genuine repentance and God's sovereign compassion, contrast...

This sermon explores the theological foundation of a thriving marriage, arguing that vertical communion with God is the essential prerequisite for horizontal oneness between spouses. Drawing primarily from Psalm 128, the message posits that a husband's consistent walk with the Lord, characterized by humility and reliance on the Holy Spirit, naturally produces the fruit of a fruitful household. The...

This sermon explores the theological typology of Joseph as a picture of Jesus Christ, arguing that Christ fulfills and surpasses the life of Joseph in every aspect. The speaker outlines eight key parallels, including their status as beloved sent ones, their rejection and false accusation, their sale for silver, and their ultimate exaltation. While Joseph provided physical sustenance during a famin...

The sermon explores the theological necessity of bloodshed in the Bible, tracing the concept from the Old Testament sacrificial system to the ultimate sacrifice of Christ. It explains that blood represents life and serves as the only means to satisfy God's justice and atone for sin, a principle established since the fall of Adam. While animal sacrifices under the Mosaic Law were temporary and repe...

This sermon explores the biblical role of conscience as a God-given instrument for discernment and decision-making, moving beyond the immediate context of submitting to authority. It examines how conscience functions between the heart and mind to accuse or excuse, while warning against the danger of a seared conscience that becomes defiled by repeated sin and hypocrisy. The message emphasizes the...

Sin is far worse than man realizes, and God's righteousness is infinitely greater than anything man can attain. We underestimate our sin by comparing ourselves with others and overestimate our righteousness by measuring our goodness against human standards rather than God's perfect holiness. The Holy Spirit, working through the Word of God, exposes the terrible depth of our sin and reveals how com...

This sermon explores the theological significance of the New Covenant by contrasting it with the Old Covenant established at Sinai. It highlights that while the Old Covenant was ratified with animal blood and external law, the New Covenant is inaugurated by the blood of Jesus Christ, providing ultimate forgiveness of sins. The message emphasizes that Jesus is the perfect mediator who obtained this...

This sermon explores the theological concept of reconciliation as the central purpose of the Christian life, grounded in the grace of God. It argues that the cross of Christ not only restores the vertical relationship between humanity and God but also dismantles the barriers of division, prejudice, and enmity that separate people from one another. Through vivid illustrations of interpersonal confl...

Because Jesus Christ is our great High Priest, who offered Himself as the perfect sacrifice for our sins and entered the presence of God on our behalf, we can draw near to God with confidence. We come not to a throne of judgment, but to a throne of grace, where we receive mercy, forgiveness, and timely help in every season of need.

Happiness does not come from projecting a positive image or from covering sin, but from confession. By uncovering our sin, we experience the relief of having been covered in Christ's righteousness. BLESSING THAT IS SECURE SILENCE THAT WASTES AWAY CONFESSION THAT RELIEVES DELIVERANCE THAT GLADDENS

This sermon explores the profound assurance found in Romans 8, emphasizing that believers in Christ Jesus are free from condemnation and the power of sin. The message highlights the transition from the law of sin and death to the law of the Spirit of life, illustrating how Jesus fulfilled the righteous requirements of the law on behalf of humanity. It encourages the audience to rejoice in their ne...

Genuine repentance changes how you think and live.

This sermon explores the personal and passionate command to praise God, rooted in the wisdom of David as recorded in Psalm 103. The message emphasizes that praise is a requirement for the believer, urging a wholehearted response that goes beyond mere verbal acknowledgment to involve the entire soul. It outlines five specific reasons for praise: God's forgiveness of iniquities, His healing of disea...

Sermon Title: Forgetting and Remembering Sermon Theme: Jesus brings forgiveness and renewal Sermon Points: 1. One Perfect Sacrifice (vv. 11-14, 18) 2. We Remember God's Law (vv. 15-16) 3. God Forgets our Sin (v. 17)

Paul discussed salvation and justification in the synagogue at Antioch Pisidia. He shares how and why God will receive glory through these. In this sermon, find out how God receives glory through forgiveness of sin and through justification.

This sermon centers on Psalm 103, urging believers to actively bless the Lord by remembering His goodness and recounting His benefits. The message highlights that gratitude is a deliberate act of memory rather than a fleeting emotion, countering the human tendency to forget God's faithfulness. It explores key theological themes such as the completeness of forgiveness, the spiritual and physical he...