The Reformed Arsenal

Read the Word Philippians 1:27–2:11 (ESV) 27  Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,  28  and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their des...

We are living in a brittle age. I have observed, as I am sure you have, that our cultural moment is defined by a pervasive and paralyzing anxiety. It is an age of therapy-speak and trigger warnings, of safe spaces and emotional support animals, where the language of fragility has supplanted the language of fortitude. For many modern men, the ambient spiritual condition is one of quiet desperation,...

Every great theological work, like any well-constructed building, must begin with a solid foundation. Before we can speak of God, humanity, sin, or salvation, we must first answer a more fundamental question:  How do we know?  On what authority do we base our claims about reality, eternity, and the very character of God Himself? The theologians of the Westminster Assembly, tasked with cr...

A Word to the Reader: An Introduction to the Series Welcome, loved ones, to the beginning of a significant undertaking. This article marks the first step in a long and rewarding journey we will take together: a systematic, expository walk through the entirety of Sacred Scripture, from this first verse in Genesis to the last in Revelation. The goal of this series is not to chase theological novelti...

In this eye-opening sermon on Ecclesiastes 5:8-20, Tony Arsenal tackles the challenging relationship between Christians and money. Drawing from the wisdom of “the Preacher,” he explores how wealth—while not inherently evil—can quickly become a destructive master rather than a useful tool. The sermon reveals the futility of chasing wealth for satisfaction, exposes the painful consequenc...

In this sermon, Tony Arsenal delves into James 1:1-18, offering an encouraging and theologically rich exploration of how Christians can find joy amidst trials. Addressing an audience of Jewish Christians scattered due to persecution, the book of James reveals the purpose of trials: to test and validate faith, producing steadfastness, sanctification, and ultimate conformity to Christ. This teaching...

In this sermon, Tony Arsenal explores James 1:19-27, emphasizing the importance of receiving the Word with meekness, being doers of the Word, and demonstrating true religion through practical application. Arsenal begins by providing historical and theological context for the letter of James, highlighting its relevance to Jewish Christians in the dispersion who were facing persecution, poverty, and...

In this sermon, Tony Arsenal delves into Jonah 1:7–17, unpacking profound themes of God’s sovereignty, judgment, and mercy. The narrative focuses on Jonah’s rebellion, the sailors’ transformation, and God’s providential use of both creation and re-creation to accomplish His will. Arsenal begins by walking through the text, highlighting the sailors’ decision to cast lo...

This sermon on Jonah 1:1-6, preached by Mr. Tony Arsenal at Providence Presbyterian Church, explores the profound theological insights surrounding God’s sovereignty, omnipresence, mercy, and discipline. The sermon begins by examining Jonah’s call to Nineveh and his subsequent flight, emphasizing how Jonah’s disobedience provides a mirror to our own tendencies to flee from God&#82...

Tony Arsenal’s sermon, titled “What Manner of Man is This?”, focuses on Mark 4:35–5:43 and explores the miracles of Jesus, the question of His identity, and the theological implications of His divine and human nature. Arsenal begins by addressing the structure of the passage, emphasizing how the calming of the storm, the exorcism of the demon-possessed man, and the healing of Jairus’ daughter and...