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This sermon explores the biblical mandate for believers to address sin and conflict privately, emphasizing that the primary goal is reconciliation rather than condemnation. It highlights the responsibility of the offended party to initiate the conversation, using the metaphor of the one with the sore toes going to the offender because they possess direct knowledge of the hurt. The message draws on...

The sermon explores the theological unity of Jews and Gentiles in Christ, emphasizing that God has broken down the dividing wall of enmity to create one new man in the body of believers. It contrasts the former state of Gentiles as aliens without hope with their current status as fellow citizens of God, while affirming that Israel's distinct national covenants remain valid and unfulfilled. The mes...

Pastor Brian's sermon examines the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem as a deliberate fulfillment of Zechariah's prophecy, highlighting the contrast between a conquering king and a meek savior. By analyzing the four distinct groups present during the event—the disciples, the multitudes, the curious onlookers, and the Pharisees—the message illustrates varying levels of understanding and commit...

The sermon examines the confrontation between Jesus and the religious leaders in the temple, where Jesus responds to their challenge regarding His authority with a counter-question about John the Baptist. By exploring parallel accounts and the resurrection of Lazarus, the text highlights the leaders' fear of losing their status and their ultimate plot to kill Jesus, contrasting this with the genui...

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for believers to address sin and conflict within the church community, emphasizing that the goal is reconciliation rather than condemnation. The speaker highlights the command in Matthew 18 to approach a sinning brother or sister privately, illustrating the principle that the one who has been hurt must take the initiative to seek restoration. Drawing on Ga...

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Mountains 3:38 Romans 5:9–11 Scripture Reading 4:52 Much More Being Reconciled 12:11 Justification by His Blood 19:05 Deliverance from Wrath 27:39 Reconciliation of Enemies 39:28 Security of the Reconciled 48:31 The Joy of the Reconciled 58:59 The Atonement Received 1:06:12 Salvation Secure in Christ

This lesson is part of an ongoing verse by verse study through the epistle of Romans. It was taught in the adult Bible class of Grace Baptist of Ruston Louisiana.

This sermon is the 2nd message in a verse by verse study of Paul's words concerning the irresistable work of "the Spirit of truth" in the salvation of God's elect. It was preached at Grace Baptist of Ruston Louisiana.

1. Full commitment to the gospel; 2. How the gospel helps us to grow - selflessness, clarity, reconciliation, righteousness.

The parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15 reveals the character of God as a loving and generous Father rather than a distant judge. The central message emphasizes that God experiences the loss of sinners deeply and rejoices immensely when they are restored, challenging listeners to view their relationship with Him through the lens of grace and acceptance. The younger son's rebellion and the fathe...

Last week we thought about the importance of being right with God. Yesterday morning, from Ephesians 4, we turned our attention to being right with each other. We considered the importance of unity within the body of Christ — loving one another, bearing with one another, forgiving one another, and guarding the unity that the Lord has given us. We also spoke to those who have been genuinely hurt by...

This sermon examines the true depth of the sixth commandment, arguing that Jesus condemns not only physical murder but also the unrighteous anger and contempt that originate in the heart. The message distinguishes between righteous anger, which is directed against sin and governed by God's law, and unrighteous anger, which stems from insecurity, pride, or a desire for control. It warns that harbor...

In his sermon, Pastor Rockhill addresses the fundamental duties of faith as taught in Luke 17:1-10. He emphasizes the challenges of living out these responsibilities in a fallen world, where temptations and offenses abound. Jesus warns his disciples about the grave consequences of causing others to stumble and calls them to a higher standard of accountability and love. The call to rebuke those who...

Bible Reading: Romans 5:1-11 1. The tragedy of our sins. 2. The transaction of our Saviour. 3. The triumph of our salvation. The sermon explores the central theme of justification by faith as presented in Romans 5, contrasting the human condition of spiritual weakness and enmity with God against the transformative power of Christ's atoning death. It highlights the tragedy of sin, describing humani...

This devotional examines Heidelberg Catechism Question 82 regarding the exclusion of unrepentant individuals from the Lord's Supper. The text emphasizes that admitting those who openly reject God's discipline profanes the covenant and invites divine wrath upon the congregation. By citing passages such as 1 Corinthians and Matthew 18, the sermon outlines the biblical mandate for church discipline t...