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The sermon examines the theological and ethical implications of the trial and execution of Jesus, using it as a case study for the dangers of pragmatic moral relativism and group pressure. It argues that individual responsibility remains intact even when a majority or authority figure demands unjust action, citing the Nuremberg defense and biblical examples of civil disobedience to refute the idea...

Peter's second sermon in Acts is directed specifically to those who were responsible for the murder of Jesus. A message of both condemnation and of hope.

The sermon examines the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, emphasizing the active labor required to spread the Gospel and the varying responses of human hearts to divine truth. It distinguishes between the hardened, shallow, and choked soils that represent false professions or spiritual stagnation, contrasting them with the good ground that yields abiding fruit through genuine faith. The messag...

This sermon explores the theme of divine compassion as illustrated through Jesus' interactions with a leper and a paralytic in Luke 5. The central message asserts that Christ's presence and actions, empowered by the Holy Spirit, transform lives by cleansing sin and restoring relationships with God and others. The text highlights the theological significance of Jesus touching the leper, violating c...

The Treasure and the Pearl Mt 13:44-46 These two mini parables are meant to show us the supreme value of salvation in Christ and the whole hearted response of those who have it.

Scripture Deuteronomy 23:3-6; Ruth 1:1-10 Sermon Text Ruth 1:11-21 1. Naomi's bitter words of discouragment 2. Orpah and Ruth's differing responses

There is a real difference between being correct and being righteous, and Judges 20 makes that distinction impossible to ignore. Israel mobilized 400,000 warriors in response to a horrific injustice, but their outrage was fueled by a half-truth told by a man more concerned with his own reputation than with justice. Over three battles, they learned a costly lesson: acting on what seems right is not...

What was the sin of Nadab and Abihu, and what does their shocking judgment teach us about worship, obedience, and the holiness of God today? In Leviticus 10:1–3, we read how these two priests offered "strange fire" before the LORD—something "which he commanded them not." Their tragic account provides a sobering warning about the danger of approaching God according to human preferences rather than...

This sermon explores the theological purpose of God's eternal election as presented in Ephesians 1:3-6, arguing that believers were chosen for holiness, adoption, and the praise of God's glory. The message clarifies that salvation is not merely about forgiveness but involves a transformative process where grace produces obedience, countering both legalism and antinomianism. It emphasizes the famil...

God is faithful. But will we answer His calling with faithful obedience? Pastor Ed Decker preaches from 1 Thessalonians 5 and 1 Corinthians 3, reminding believers that God keeps His promises, while we are called to serve faithfully and leave the increase to Him. A King James Bible message from Arnold Baptist Tabernacle. FULL DESCRIPTION (paste into YouTube/SermonAudio/Rumble as appropriate) God is...

This sermon explores the comprehensive scope of salvation presented in Ephesians 2, moving from the believer's past state of spiritual death and depravity to their present position of grace and future glory. Using the analogy of the Chilean miners rescued by a capsule, the message illustrates that salvation is a gift of God's grace received through faith, rather than a result of human effort or wo...

The sermon examines Isaiah 22, contrasting God's impending judgment on Jerusalem with the promise of a faithful servant who typifies Christ. It highlights the tragic response of the people, who ignored the warning of Babylonian invasion and instead relied on their own strength and the corrupt steward Shebna, embodying a hedonistic unbelief summarized by the phrase, "let us eat and drink, for tomor...

EVENING WORSHIP Mark 6:45-52 Jesus Walks on the Water I. The History II. The Response III. The Significance Scripture: Mark 6:45-56

The sermon explores the healing of the paralytic in Mark 2 as an enacted parable that reveals the identity and authority of Jesus Christ. It argues that Jesus intentionally instigates controversy to demonstrate that He possesses the divine prerogative to forgive sins, a power reserved exclusively for God. The text connects the physical healing to the spiritual reality of sin, describing sin as bot...

Come before the Lord with joyful praise and grateful hearts because He is our Maker, our Shepherd, and the faithful God whose steadfast love endures from generation to generation. Thanksgiving is more than a feeling; it is our fitting response to who God is and all He has done. As we enter His presence with praise, we remember we belong to Him and discover again the blessing of resting in His good...

1. The Parable of the Net 2. The Training of the Disciples 3. The Response of His own

When Footmen Become Horses - Part 3 - Contending with Horses| Jeremiah 12:5 God uses present difficulties to prepare His servants for future responsibilities. The burdens that weary us today are often the training ground He uses to prepare us for the greater battles of tomorrow. Part 3: Contending with Horses Greater resistance requires convictions rooted in Scripture and strength supplied by Chri...

Daniel 1:1–13, 18–21 Daniel's experience in Babylon demonstrates the importance of establishing godly convictions before facing the pressure to compromise. Taken captive from Judah and placed in the service of a foreign king, Daniel encountered a culture that threatened to reshape his identity and allegiance. Yet Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself. His decision illustrat...

(AI Generated Summary) This sermon traces the biblical motif of God's people from the Old Testament covenants to the New Testament church, emphasizing that belonging to God is not determined by ethnicity or ancestry but by grace and faith in Jesus Christ. The exposition highlights the failure of human mediators like Moses, Joshua, and the judges to maintain a lasting relationship with a holy God d...

I. The Afflictions II. The Deliverance III. The Response

When Footmen Become Horses - Part 3 - Contending with Horses| Jeremiah 12:5 God uses present difficulties to prepare His servants for future responsibilities. The burdens that weary us today are often the training ground He uses to prepare us for the greater battles of tomorrow. Part 3: Contending with Horses Greater resistance requires convictions rooted in Scripture and strength supplied by Chri...

The 5:00 worship service will be Hebrews 1.14 with guidance from Belgic Confession Article 12 as we look at angels and demons. There are spiritual beings all around us all the time. The Lord uses angels to help us. How? Come Sunday night for more. ---------- October 18, 2026 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Responsive Reading of Matthew 8:28-34 Scripture Reading: Hebrews 1:1-14 Confessional Reading: Belgic...

Why does false teaching resurface in every generation? Dave Jenkins examines Satan's opposition to God's truth, the sinful heart's susceptibility to deception, and the return of old errors in new forms. Drawing from 2 Peter 2:1 and 1 John 4:1, this episode explains how Scripture, church history, faithful pastoral teaching, and fellowship in the local church help Christians recognize error and stan...

This sermon explores the narrative of Genesis 24 as a profound illustration of God's sovereign providence in securing a wife for Isaac. The central message emphasizes that divine appointments are not the result of human planning or chance, but rather the fulfillment of God's eternal counsel, as seen in the servant's prayer and Rebekah's timely arrival. The text presents a typological view where Ab...

False teaching has challenged the church from its earliest days, and many old errors continue to appear in new forms. Dave Jenkins explains how studying historical heresies helps Christians recognize error, appreciate faithful defenses of biblical doctrine, and stand firm in the gospel. Drawing on Acts 20 and Jude, this episode encourages believers to grow in discernment through Scripture, sound d...