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This sermon was preached on October 4, 2026 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Pastor Zachary Groff preached this sermon on Revelation 7:15-17 entitled "The Lamb, Your Shepherd." For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠info@a...

This sermon explores the symbolic vision of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21, presenting it not as a physical location but as a representation of God's redeemed people dwelling with Him in the new creation. The central message emphasizes four key truths: a glorious people who reflect God's radiance, a gathered people secured by salvation, a glorious sanctuary that mirrors the Holy of Holies, and...

We do not lose heart: how do we keep from losing heart? How do we persevere when we are weak, afflicted and dying? Because God preserves His saints; therefore, His saints persecute in faith until resurrection and glory

This sermon examines Jesus' Olivet Discourse in Luke 21, focusing on the impending destruction of the Jerusalem temple and the subsequent return of the Son of Man. The speaker argues that Jesus distinguishes between the historical judgment of 70 AD and the future eschatological events, urging believers to recognize the signs of God's vengeance against a rebellious people. The central message calls...

In "An Example To Follow", Pastor Richard Caldwell preaches on finishing the Christian race well and leaving a faithful legacy. The Apostle Paul knew his death was near, yet his focus remained fixed on the glory of God. In his final charge to Timothy, Paul evaluates his life not with vain boasting, but with a deep awareness of God's sustaining grace. This passage serves as a conscious passing of t...

Text Requested by Caitlin Callahan for her Joining PRPC/Baptism in Morning Worship. This message includes the baptism and receiving into membership of Caitlin Callahan and the Lord's Supper after the sermon. Because the salvation of God's people is His work, Christians can be assured of it. Christian: Jesus Christ Assures You of Your Salvation.

The sermon interprets Hebrews 12:1-3 as a practical exhortation for believers to persevere in the Christian life, which is depicted as a long-distance race requiring endurance and discipline. It distinguishes between the passive reception of salvation and the active effort required to live out one's faith, urging Christians to remove non-sinful 'weights' and actively lay aside sin to maintain spir...

God's plan and timing is always perfect. We get ministry opportunities when we are doing what we should. God works in different ways, when God chooses to work through suffering, we must trust Him.

This sermon explores the spiritual warfare described in Ephesians 6, emphasizing that believers are engaged in a battle against principalities and powers rather than flesh and blood. The central message is that Christians must rely on God's strength and put on the full armor of God to stand firm against the devil's wiles. The preacher highlights that prayer is not merely a secret weapon but the ba...

Church history reminds us that God has sustained His people through persecution, false teaching, and difficult seasons. In this episode of Contending for the Word Q&A, Dave Jenkins reflects on how faithful Christians from the past encourage perseverance and biblical conviction. Drawing from Hebrews 13:7 and Hebrews 12:1–2, Dave explains how believers can learn from their examples without idolizing...

VaultAI Summary: This sermon examines the life and legacy of John Brown of Haddington, illustrating the principle from Proverbs 22:29 that diligence in one's business leads to standing before kings. The central message emphasizes that God honors consistent effort and tenacity over raw talent, as seen in Brown's self-taught mastery of Greek and his prolific theological works. Key themes include the...

This discussion explores John Owen's classic commentary on the Epistle to the Hebrews—written during the political and personal turmoil of the 17th-century English Restoration—and uncovers how its severe warning passages serve as a vital blueprint for spiritual endurance rather than a cause for despair. By examining the anatomy of spiritual backsliding through the lens of Psalm 95 and Esau's tragi...

David closes Psalm 27 with a call to wait on the Lord while enemies and unanswered cries are still part of his prayer. His words help us face the fear, impatience, and weariness that can grow when a burden remains. We can keep seeking God's face, follow the path His word makes clear, and trust Him for strength without demanding our own timetable. This message offers biblical help for staying faith...

FIVE WOMEN WITH NO MAN![But They Still Got Their Inheritance!] Numbers 27:1–7 KJV From Numbers 27:1–7, this message examines the remarkable faith of Zelophehad (zeh-LOF-eh-had)'s five daughters. With no son in their family to receive their father's portion, they refused simply to walk away. They stood before Moses and asked for their inheritance, Moses brought their cause before the Lord, and God...

The sermon establishes that faith is a divine gift essential for salvation, citing Ephesians to emphasize that it is not of human origin but a provision from God. It explores the practical application of this gift through examples of overcoming personal weaknesses, such as fear and social anxiety, to serve the church and witness to others. The central exposition focuses on Hebrews 11, illustrating...

The sermon examines Romans 2:7-11 to distinguish between two distinct groups of people: those who seek God's glory through patient perseverance and those who pursue self-interest through rebellion. By analyzing the parable of the sheep and goats alongside James 2, the message clarifies that good works are not the basis of salvation but the natural fruit of a transformed heart, contrasting saving f...

Christ is building a pure heart and a sincere faith in all believers in relation to their keeping all of His commandments. You must take heed, and watch and pray that these good things of righteousness, holiness, and truth are protected and kept. Guard your heart, protect your mind, and fortify your spirit. Watch and pray against sin. Sin would break in, but you need not let him when you have the...

Believers endure because God faithfully preserves His people. Dave Jenkins explains biblical perseverance from Philippians 1:6 and Hebrews 12:1–2, showing how God's grace sustains Christians through suffering, weakness, and struggle. Learn why perseverance does not mean sinless perfection and how fixing your eyes on Christ strengthens you to continue in faith. For more episodes of Contending for t...

This sermon examines the characteristics that distinguish a genuine follower of Christ from a false professor of faith, drawing primarily from John 8. The central message identifies three marks of authentic discipleship: knowing the Lord personally through the cross, consistently doing what pleases God rather than seeking human approval, and persevering in faith despite trials. The preacher emphas...

This sermon examines Paul's final exhortation to Timothy, urging believers to reject shame and fear in the face of persecution. The central message emphasizes that God has not given a spirit of timidity but of power, love, and self-discipline, enabling Christians to walk the narrow path of faithful ministry. The text highlights the theological foundation of this boldness, rooted in God's eternal p...