Commitment on SermonAudio

Text: Matt. 8:18-34 (1) Jesus' declarations to us (vv. 18-22). Count the cost (vv. 18-20). Commit to Him (vv. 21-22). (2) Jesus' demonstrations to us (vv. 23-34). His power over the material (vv. 23-27). His power over the spiritual (vv. 28-34). Truth to Remember: Jesus' power and authority calls us to live in complete devotion to Him.

The Marriage Covenant - Ideas for application as we fulfill the commitments we have made to God and each other in marriage.

1- The Annointing 2- Two Contrasting Responses - A Waste and Jesus Received it and Delighted In It 3- Jesus Commitment to Memorialize Her Act of Devotion

This sermon explores the book of Nehemiah through the thematic lens of God as the one who reconstructs, dividing the narrative into the physical rebuilding of Jerusalem's wall and the spiritual restoration of the people. It highlights God's faithfulness to the Abrahamic and Mosaic covenants, demonstrating how He moves the hearts of political leaders to protect His people despite opposition from sy...

This sermon examines the prayer life of Jesus Christ as the ultimate model for believers, emphasizing that the goal of Christianity is progressive sanctification and conformity to His image. The speaker contrasts Jesus' consistent, committed, and relational approach to prayer with the disciples' ritualistic, obligatory, and pretentious habits, highlighting that true prayer is a privilege of commun...

Luke 14:25–33 teaches that Jesus deliberately confronts the crowds to reveal true discipleship. He calls people not to curiosity but to commitment, insisting that following Him means loving Him above all, bearing one's cross as a "one way journey" of self-denial, and forsaking all as stewards of what belongs to God. Through the parables of the tower and the king, Jesus urges hearers to count the c...

This sermon examines the apostle Paul's argument in Romans chapter two, challenging the self-righteous attitude of those who judge others while committing similar sins. The central message warns against presuming on God's patience and highlights that God's judgment is impartial, rendering to each person according to their works without favoring any group. By illustrating the concept of the 'morali...

The sermon explores the necessity of spiritual rebirth through the dialogue between Jesus and Nicodemus in John chapter 3. It contrasts the religious status of Nicodemus with the transformative power of the Gospel, arguing that human effort and religious tradition are insufficient for entering the kingdom of God. By referencing the life of the Apostle Paul and the prophecy in Ezekiel 36, the messa...

Watch this Psalm 26 sermon to understand A Prayer For Vindication. Discover how genuine faith separates true worshippers from the wicked. In this profound exposition of Scripture, Pastor Richard Caldwell examines the heart of a believer seeking God's justice. The biblical concept of innocence in this text is not a claim of sinless perfection but a declaration of sincere devotion to the Lord. True...

Salvation gives a new beginning, as children! Discipleship requires a commitment most fail to make. The promises of God bless disciples with fruit.

Psalm 15 gives us many of the qualities that the Christian who truly wants to worship God should possess.

If we are to invest our material gifts, is it more valuable to invest in things that bring earthly rewards, or in things that bring heavenly rewards? This sermon explores the theological and practical implications of financial stewardship within the church, grounded in the apostle Paul's defense of ministerial support in 2 Corinthians. The central message contrasts temporary earthly rewards with t...

This sermon examines Jesus' high priestly prayer in John 17, highlighting the pattern, power, provision, purity, and perfection inherent in His intercession. The message emphasizes that Jesus, the spotless Lamb, models a life of devoted prayer even in the face of suffering, urging believers to imitate this example. It explores the theological truth that salvation is entirely of God's grace, reject...

Because God designed marriage as a lifelong commitment before Him, I must commit to living in this reality, defending and protecting God's gift by His grace.

The sermon explores the command to serve the Lord in truth with all one's heart, contrasting genuine devotion with mere compliance. Using the story of Jonah and Israel's demand for a king as illustrations, the message highlights how a lack of proper reverence and a failure to remember God's past faithfulness lead to insincere obedience. The text emphasizes that true service requires a stable, whol...

This sermon centers on the prophetic call in Haggai for God's people to prioritize their obedience to Him over personal comfort and selfish ambitions. The message confronts the spiritual lethargy and fear of man that caused the rebuilding of the temple to stall, urging believers to stop making excuses and act in the present moment. It emphasizes that true revival is not a sensational event but a d...

This sermon examines the second epistle of John, emphasizing the central role of truth in the Christian life and the church's identity. The message outlines three key aspects of truth: the affirmation of unity among believers who are born of the Word and indwelt by the Spirit of Truth; the encouragement found in the joy and fellowship that comes from walking in obedience to God's commands; and the...

Jeremiah: Jeremiah 7:1-8:3 Pastor Philip McCollum Do not commit to externals, amend your ways by committing to God through repentance and obedience, this you do in Christ.

Paul is writing to encourage Timothy about having endurance and perseverance until the end. Are you committed to enduring and persevering to the end?

This sermon examines the confrontation between Jeremiah and the prophet Hananiah in Jeremiah 28, highlighting the danger of popular but false messages that contradict God's revealed will. It argues that Hananiah's promise of immediate relief from Babylonian rule was a lie that removed the necessary discipline of exile, which God intended to use for the spiritual correction and humility of His peop...

This sermon examines Proverbs 16:25, warning that a life path which appears right to human standards but excludes God ultimately leads to spiritual death. Through the anecdote of a successful yet non-religious friend, the message illustrates that worldly success, kindness, and moral relativism are insufficient without a relationship with the Creator. The text contrasts the futility of self-directe...

Please consider how you can be faithful to the Lord Jesus Christ through your financial support to the continued work of His Church in this time. Contributions can be made by PayPal ( https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=CK4HH84AFWTY4 ) or by visiting our website ( faithbiblepres.org ) or by mailing your contribution to: Faith Bible Presbyterian Church 3001 Marian Dr. Trenton Mi 48183 "T...

The only natural and logical response to God's grace is a covenant commitment on the part of his people. We love because he first loved us.