The Gospel Ship

Description: This message explores Revelation chapters 4 and 5, emphasizing Christ’s present reign on the throne and His worthiness as both Creator and Redeemer. The sermon calls believers to respond with gratitude, worship, and complete trust in the finished work of Jesus Christ, especially as they observe the Lord’s Supper. Key Themes: • Christ’s present reign and heavenly throne in Revelation 4...

Preaching from Revelation 2:1–7, Reverend Jack Hamilton begins a series on the letters to the seven churches. He explains that these are Christ’s last words to His people, with five of the seven churches called to repent. Hamilton emphasizes that the letter to Ephesus commends their labor, patience, and doctrinal vigilance, yet exposes their critical failure: they had left their first love. Drawin...

In this message, Reverend Jack Hamilton reflects on Colossians 1 and Philippians 2, urging believers to approach the Lord’s Supper with humility and reverence. He reminds the congregation that Christ, the Creator and ruler of all things, humbled Himself by becoming man and suffering death on the cross. True discipleship involves not only salvation but also sanctification, marked by growing humilit...

Preaching from Acts 26, Reverend Jack Hamilton recounts Paul’s testimony before King Agrippa, emphasizing the sovereign grace of God in Paul’s conversion and his commission to witness. Hamilton highlights that while Agrippa appeared to hold power, it was Paul, though in chains, who spoke with true freedom in Christ. Paul’s story demonstrates the transforming power of the gospel: from zealous perse...

In this sermon on Matthew 5:33–37 and Exodus 20:7, Reverend Jack Hamilton explains what it means to take the Lord’s name in vain and the seriousness of our words. He contrasts the Pharisees’ shallow legalism with Christ’s deeper teaching that our speech must be truthful and reverent. Drawing from Scripture—including Jesus before the high priest, Paul’s solemn appeals to God, and even God Himself s...

In this sermon from Exodus 19, 24, 33 and New Testament passages, Reverend Jack Hamilton teaches on intimacy with God and the varying degrees of closeness His people experience. He traces biblical examples—from Israel at Sinai, to Moses alone on the mount, to Joshua lingering in the tabernacle, to Peter, James, and John witnessing Christ’s glory. Hamilton emphasizes that while all believers are ca...

Preaching from John 10, Reverend Jack Hamilton emphasizes Christ as the Good Shepherd who gives His sheep eternal life and secures them forever. Drawing on the Feast of Dedication context, he contrasts the unbelief of the Pharisees with the confidence of Christ’s sheep who hear His voice and follow Him. Hamilton illustrates that assurance comes not from human effort but from three anchors: Christ’...

In this sermon from Acts 25, Reverend Jack Hamilton reflects on Paul’s imprisonment and his decision to appeal to Caesar rather than trust the Jewish leaders for justice. Hamilton shows how Paul’s consistent testimony was always centered on Christ and the Damascus Road, not on personal experiences like the “baptism of the Spirit.” He emphasizes that religion without Christ can lead to great evil,...

In this sermon on Matthew 5:27–32 and Exodus 20:14, Reverend Jack Hamilton preaches on the commandment “Thou shalt not commit adultery” as part of his Sermon on the Mount series. He emphasizes that sin is deeper than outward acts—it begins in the heart and mind. Drawing from Jesus’ teaching, Hamilton warns against lust, shallow evangelism, and a culture that normalizes sexual immorality. He calls...

In this sermon from Luke 15, Reverend Jack Hamilton explains that the parable of the prodigal son is not primarily an evangelistic text, but a defense of Jesus’ association with sinners. Hamilton emphasizes that the three stories of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son are actually one parable with a single message: heaven rejoices when what is lost is found. He warns against reading at...

In this sermon, Reverend Jack Hamilton continues his exposition of the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on Christ's words in Matthew 5:17–20: "Think not that I am come to destroy the law or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill." Hamilton contrasts the ceremonial and judicial laws, fulfilled and set aside in Christ, with the enduring moral law that reflects God's holy chara...

In this sermon, Reverend Jack Hamilton continues his exposition of the Sermon on the Mount, focusing on Christ's words, "You are the light of the world." He traces the theme of light throughout Scripture—from creation in Genesis, to Paul's teaching in 2 Corinthians, to Christ's words in John—showing how believers are called out of darkness into God's marvelous light. Hamilton exhorts Chr...

In this sermon, Reverend Jack Hamilton begins a series on the Sermon on the Mount, calling it the true "Christian Manifesto." He contrasts mere decisions with genuine discipleship, urging believers to take Christ's words seriously. Hamilton walks through the Beatitudes, showing how poverty of spirit, mourning over sin, meekness, and hunger for righteousness are the foundation of Christia...

In this powerful message centered on Hebrews chapters 9 and 10, Reverend Jack Hamilton emphasizes the complete and sufficient sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Drawing from the imagery of the Old Testament and the New Covenant, he contrasts the temporary atonement of animal sacrifices with the eternal redemption brought by Christ's single offering. Through the observance of the Lord's Supper, Hamilton ca...