Sanctification on SermonAudio

God further reveals what it is to do justice, to love mercy, and to walk humbly.

Is salvation is merely a one-time event? Are we presenting our bodies as living sacrifices in order that we be transformed inwardly, in our minds? Have we found that communing with God is really a daily cleansing that restores our intimacy with God, a relational aspect that is broken often behind our sin? Please listen to "Mirror for your Motives, (the Sequel), taught by Pastor Ricardo Calvo Jr.,...

1. The Petition Explained 2. The Attitude Required 3. The Foundation Shown

This sermon explores James 1:21, emphasizing that the command to reject sin and embrace God's Word is grounded in the believer's regeneration by grace. The speaker argues that obedience is only possible for those who have been transformed by the Holy Spirit, distinguishing true Christianity from works righteousness. The message instructs believers to actively starve their old nature by rejecting m...

Hebrews 10:5-10 How can a holy God accept sinful people? For centuries Israel answered with the altar, the knife, and the blood of bulls and goats, but the writer of Hebrews tells us plainly in verse 4 that those sacrifices could never take away sin. They were shadows pointing to a substance, a promissory note awaiting payment. So when Christ came into the world, He quoted Psalm 40 and declared, "...

When you are suffering, keeping your focus on God increases your renewal, and enhances your reward.

The sermon examines Psalm 15 as a divine answer to the question of who is qualified to dwell in God's presence, contrasting the universal human corruption described in Psalm 14 with the perfect character of Jesus Christ. It argues that Christ is the only individual who fulfills every requirement of the psalm, serving as the spotless Lamb who bore the sins of humanity to open access to God's holy m...

Part 2: Grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

This sermon examines 2 Peter 1 as a call to progressive spiritual maturity, emphasizing that God's divine power supplies everything necessary for eternal life and godliness. The central message presents a 'chain' of virtues—faith, moral excellence, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness, and love—that believers are to cultivate not through self-effort but by relying o...

And when he had made a scourge of small cords, **he drove them all out of the temple**, and the sheep, and the oxen; and poured out the changers' money, and overthrew the tables; (John 2:15) *1/ What our bodies were designed to be and what they are since the fall. 2/ The coming of our Lord to his temple. 3/ The cleansing of the temple of our bodies.* **Sermon summary:** The sermon explores the the...

This sermon addresses the danger of legalism, described as the 'ditch on the right' that Christians must avoid while pursuing a life of obedience to God's commandments. The central argument is that legalism arises from a false theological separation between salvation and sanctification, treating the Christian life as a two-stage process rather than an organic outgrowth of the Gospel. By relying on...

A wonderful, encouraging and thoughtful message on the importance of church membership! In addition to the two Scripture references mentioned below, also referenced was 1 Corinthians 12:12-25. Be blessed!

This sermon explores Psalm 80 as a fourfold appeal to God for spiritual revival, addressing the church's need for sanctification beyond initial justification. The exposition identifies the psalmist Asaph as a Levitical choir director and frames the text as a cry for divine intervention in times of national and personal spiritual decline. Key themes include God as Shepherd, Judge, and Savior, with...

Main Idea: Spiritual maturity is demonstrated by humble service and unity in God's work. Main Points: I. Carnality Divides (vv. 1-4) II. Servants Labor Together (vv. 5-8) III. God Gives the Increase (v. 9)

VaultAI Summary: This sermon expounds on 1 Peter 1:23-2:3 to define the evidences of true saving faith, particularly in the context of the Lord's Supper. The central message argues that true believers are distinguished by four marks of grace: they are born again through the sovereign work of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God, they actively mortify sin, they ardently desire and obey Scripture, an...

This sermon opens a communion season by examining the sin of grieving the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that true believers are called to self-examination and sincere repentance before partaking in the Lord's Supper. The speaker affirms the full deity and personhood of the Holy Spirit, who indwells believers as a seal of ownership and a source of comfort, salvation, and sanctification. Grieving the Spi...

The sermon emphasizes that the Christian life is a continuous spiritual battle requiring both divine strength and the active application of God's armor. It argues that while salvation is a monergistic work of God, sanctification and daily resistance against sin demand human effort and obedience. The preacher illustrates that believers are not merely passive recipients of grace but soldiers who mus...

Dan examines the contrast between believers and unbelievers regarding the return of Christ, emphasizing that while the Day of the Lord comes unexpectedly to the world, it should not overtake those who are spiritually awake. Drawing on the metaphor of light and darkness, the message explains that believers are called to live as sons of light by maintaining a sober-minded, vigilant posture rather th...

This sermon explores the internal conflict described in Romans 7, emphasizing that every believer experiences a battle between their indwelling sin nature and the divine nature of the Holy Spirit. The speaker clarifies that Paul, as a saved man not living in sin, authentically portrays this struggle, which serves as a source of encouragement rather than condemnation. Central to the message is the...

This study explores the opening verses of 2 Peter, emphasizing that God provides all necessary resources for spiritual success through the knowledge of Jesus Christ. The central argument distinguishes between mere data and a relational knowledge of God, which yields multiplied grace for standing, peace for steadying, power for living, and godliness for sanctification. By contrasting the world's co...

The sermon concludes the exegesis of Romans 16 by examining Paul's warnings against false teachers and his benediction, which highlights the revelation of the mystery of the church. The speaker transitions to a systematic overview of the epistle, outlining its structure from condemnation to justification, sanctification, and glorification. This framework is used to distinguish the Protestant view...

This counseling session addresses the internal struggle with the sinful nature by defining the three primary enemies: the world, the flesh, and Satan. The speaker emphasizes that spiritual freedom flows from biblical absolutes, specifically the believer's union with Christ in His death and resurrection, as outlined in Colossians 3. Using Galatians 5 as the primary text, the session presents a thre...