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This sermon examines the exaltation of Jesus Christ as described in Philippians 2, emphasizing that God the Father has highly exalted the Son above all creation, including angels, earthly rulers, and the dead. The message outlines the duty of believers to confess Christ's ownership over their lives by acknowledging His roles as Prophet, Priest, and King. It highlights that this exaltation serves t...

The sermon examines 1 Samuel 13 to illustrate how Saul's self-willed assumption of priestly authority led to his divine rejection and a life characterized by perpetual conflict. By contrasting Saul's lack of peace with the promise in Proverbs 16:7 that those who please the Lord find peace even with enemies, the message highlights the spiritual danger of acting outside of God's appointed order. The...

What makes the New Covenant better than the Old? What makes Jesus a better High Priest? Let's explore Hebrews 7:18-28 together.

In this lesson we take a look at the unique development of American Evangelical Christianity in the early twentieth century.

This sermon explores the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice as presented in Hebrews 9, contrasting the repeated, temporary offerings of the Old Covenant with the single, eternal redemption provided by Jesus. The message emphasizes that Christ, as the High Priest, entered the holy place once for all, offering His own blood to purge believers' consciences from dead works and enable them to serve the...

In this episode, John Unger sits down with Pastor Cogbill and Pastor Ahlenius to discuss questions on the ties between the Church and the individual Christian. What does it mean to be a part of the catholic (or universal) church? Must we attend a local church in order to be a part of Christ's body? What did the Westminster Divines mean by the terms visible and invisible church? Are those the best...

The sermon examines Hebrews 7:11-17 to explain why the Levitical priesthood was insufficient for salvation, necessitating a new priest in the order of Melchizedek. It argues that the promise in Psalm 110 points to a Messiah who possesses an indestructible life, enabling him to serve as a priest forever. This eternal priesthood is contrasted with the temporary nature of the Aaronic line, highlighti...

This sermon examines the pivotal moment in Matthew 16 where Jesus asks His disciples to define His identity, moving beyond public speculation to a personal confession of faith. The central message argues that holding a merely high view of Jesus as a moral teacher or prophet is insufficient; true knowledge of Christ requires recognizing Him as the Messiah who fulfills the offices of prophet, priest...

The sermon examines the theological arguments in Hebrews 7 that establish the superiority of Christ's priesthood over the Levitical order. It highlights that the Levitical system was provisional and ultimately ineffective in achieving perfection or removing sin, whereas Jesus, as a priest after the order of Melchizedek, offers an eternally efficacious sacrifice. The message emphasizes that Christ'...

In this text Peter teaches us how to discern false teachers by their character and priorities.

This sermon examines the confrontation between Jesus and the Pharisees in Matthew 12, focusing on the theological tension between legalistic observance of the Sabbath and the divine authority of Christ. The central message asserts that Jesus is greater than the temple and the Sabbath itself, emphasizing that mercy and doing good take precedence over rigid ritualistic rules. By citing the actions o...

I came to the book of Daniel prepared to preach Christ from the heroic prophetic feats of the title character. Surely he is the great type of Christ in his own book! And indeed, as we will see Daniel consistently acts as prophet and priest throughout his time in Babylon, with parallels to the Son of Man that are not to be taken lightly. But in chs. 2 & 4, much to my surprise, I have discovered tha...

The sermon explores the superiority of Jesus Christ as the Great High Priest compared to the Old Testament sacrificial system, emphasizing that His once-for-all sacrifice fully atones for sin. It highlights two key realities from Hebrews 4: first, that Christ has passed through the heavens to sit at the right hand of God, indicating the completion of His redemptive work, and second, that He sympat...

The priesthood is defiled, for they show partiality in the Law! The pastorate is corrupted, for they show partiality in the Gospel!

This sermon explores the theological significance of Jesus as the Great High Priest who has passed through the heavens to minister in the sanctuary. It addresses the inherent distance between humanity and God, explaining that Christ's atoning sacrifice bridges this chasm, allowing believers to draw near with confidence. The message emphasizes that Christ's current role is not merely historical but...

This sermon explores the motivation for Christian faithfulness by examining the superior status of believers and the supremacy of Jesus Christ over Moses. It argues that believers are not ordinary but are holy brothers and sisters set apart for a unique role, sharing in a heavenly calling that transcends earthly concerns. The central theme emphasizes that Jesus, as the faithful Son and High Priest...

Sermon on Judges 17:1-13