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This sermon explores the wisdom of Solomon in Ecclesiastes, emphasizing that correct interpretation of reality depends on a proper worldview rooted in divine truth. The text addresses the tension between earthly justice and the apparent success of the wicked, asserting that while human systems are flawed and delayed, God's judgment is perfect and eternal. It highlights the limitations of human knowledge, noting that no one can fully comprehend the works of God or control the timing of life and death. The message encourages believers to trust in God's sovereignty over history and nature, finding contentment in the present moment rather than anxiety over the future. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a recognition of human finitude and a reliance on the wisdom that discerns both time and judgment.

B.I.— The essence of life is spiritual not material wealth. INTRODUCTION: 1A. THE FOCUS ON MATERIAL POSSESSIONS. 12:13-21 1B. Life's Concern for Material Wealth. 13-15 2B. The Poverty of Material Wealth. 16-21 2A. THE WORRY OF MATERIAL POSSESSIONS. 12:22-34 1B. The Value of the Soul. 22-24 2B. The Fixity of Life. 25-28 3B. The Goal of Life. 29-34 CONCLUSION:

This sermon explores how believers can overcome fear and anxiety by actively experiencing God's presence, drawing primarily from Psalm 27. It argues that confidence in God stems not merely from intellectual assent but from a personal, covenantal relationship where God is known as one's light and salvation. The message emphasises the importance of wholehearted desire for corporate worship and beholding God's beauty as a source of protection and peace. Furthermore, it addresses the reality of spiritual dryness by encouraging believers to plead with God for His presence and to 'preach to themselves' by affirming biblical truths against the voice of doubt. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, inviting the audience to rely on Christ's faithfulness to find stability in a fallen world.

Trusting and Not Fearing Psalm 56 I. Fear II. Trust III. Confession

Title: Rest in Jesus Speaker: Creston Thomas Series: Matthew Date: October 18, 2026 Bible: Matthew 11:25-30 This sermon encourages believers to find spiritual rest and confidence in Jesus Christ as they engage in evangelism and face the challenges of daily life. The central message addresses the anxiety and distraction that often accompany the Christian walk, urging listeners to trust in God's sovereign plan rather than worrying about the outcomes of their efforts. The exposition highlights the intimate relationship between the Father and the Son, emphasizing that Jesus' words carry the full authority of God because they are revealed directly from the Father. Furthermore, the sermon focuses on the character of Jesus as a gentle and lowly Savior who invites those who are heavy-laden to come to Him for rest, rather than acting as a harsh taskmaster. By understanding that God has already revealed the ultimate outcome of salvation and judgment, believers are freed from the burden of controlling results and are empowered to share the gospel with boldness and peace.

This sermon explores the concluding chapter of 1 Peter, focusing on the central command to stand firm in the true grace of God. The exposition identifies three key pillars for perseverance: humility in leadership and submission to God's sovereign will, alertness to spiritual warfare through faith and community, and the mutual encouragement of the church body. The speaker emphasizes that believers are not to bear their burdens alone but to cast anxieties on God, who cares for them, while remaining vigilant against the devil. Through the example of Mark's restoration, the message offers hope that God restores and strengthens those who have failed, ensuring that the church stands firm in unity and love until the end.

The sermon examines 2 Thessalonians 2 to address the Thessalonian believers' anxiety that they had missed the return of Christ, distinguishing between the gathering of believers and the Day of the Lord. It argues that these are two distinct aspects of Christ's return, separated by a period of tribulation, citing differences in timing, world conditions, and the nature of His appearance. The text identifies the 'man of lawlessness' and a great apostasy as necessary precursors to the Day of the Lord, which has not yet occurred. By referencing Daniel and Revelation, the exposition clarifies the identity of the Antichrist and the restraining force that prevents his revelation. The message aims to provide assurance and theological clarity, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in truth amidst deceptive claims about the timing of end-times events.

This sermon examines Jacob's prayer in Genesis 32, highlighting how he approaches God based on divine character and covenant faithfulness rather than personal merit. The message emphasizes that believers should bring their fears and anxieties to God in honest supplication, trusting in His promises even when fear coexists with faith. It critiques the tendency to rely on human strategies or self-reliance, using Jacob's actions after his prayer as an example of lingering doubt. The central theme encourages a posture of humility and dependence on God's grace, reminding the audience that true peace comes from abiding in God's Word and trusting His sovereignty over life's uncertainties.

This sermon examines the account of Martha and Mary to highlight the danger of becoming overly occupied with temporal duties at the expense of spiritual nourishment. It argues that anxiety and busyness often stem from neglecting the one thing needful, which is sitting at the feet of Jesus to learn from His word. By contrasting Martha's initial distraction with her later confession of faith in John 11, the message illustrates how prioritizing the eternal over the material leads to spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of Christ's identity. The preacher urges listeners to examine their own lives for excuses that keep them from engaging with God, emphasizing that true service and peace flow from a soul that is first fed by the eternal Word.

This sermon examines Paul's urgent warning in Galatians against those who distort the gospel by adding works to salvation. The central message asserts that turning from the pure gospel of grace is effectively turning from God Himself, as the false teaching replaces the peace of unmerited favor with the anxiety of religious performance. The text distinguishes between the severity required toward false teachers who endanger souls and the pastoral care owed to those who are deceived, emphasizing that the messenger's credentials do not validate a contrary message. Furthermore, it challenges believers to reject the temptation to please people by softening the truth, urging them to serve God alone with the same decisive commitment seen in Joshua and Elijah. The sermon concludes by calling the audience to examine their own confidence in Christ, ensuring that their salvation rests entirely on His finished work rather than their own religious efforts.

The sermon explores the theological concept of suffering for righteousness, asserting that believers are blessed when they endure hardship for doing good. It emphasizes that God is intimately attentive to the righteous, listening to their prayers and protecting them, which provides a foundation for confidence in the face of opposition. The text distinguishes between the likelihood of proving zealous for good and the possibility of suffering, noting that while suffering is not probable in all contexts, it is a reality for some believers. The central instruction is to reject the intimidation and mental agitation instilled by opponents, recognizing that their fear is a tactic rather than a threat to the believer's spiritual standing. This perspective encourages a posture of calm reverence and trust in God's sovereignty, rather than anxiety or retaliation.

This sermon explores Psalm 46 as a divine invitation for believers to retreat to God as their ultimate sanctuary, contrasting the impermanence of human-made forts with the eternal security found in Christ. The message presents three distinct encouragements derived from the psalm's structure: God is an unassailable means of security who provides present help in trouble, an unbounded source of grace that sustains His people like a river, and an inexhaustible history of faithfulness demonstrated through His works in history. By referencing the Assyrian siege of Judah and Martin Luther's reliance on this psalm during the Reformation, the exposition highlights God's sovereignty over earthly powers and His ability to silence the uproar of nations. The tone is pastoral and comforting, urging the audience to overcome irrational fear and anxiety by trusting in the steadfast character of the Lord. Ultimately, the sermon concludes that these assurances are fully realized only through Jesus Christ, who offers eternal security, abundant grace, and the completion of God's redemptive plan.

This sermon examines Isaiah 21, focusing on the prophetic judgments against Babylon, Edom, and Arabia as both historical events and symbolic foreshadowings of the final judgment of the world. The exposition highlights the emotional weight of these prophecies for the prophet and the people of Judah, emphasizing that God reveals His justice to instill holy fear in believers rather than anxiety about their own salvation. The text argues that the reality of divine judgment serves to motivate Christians to evangelize with compassion, trust God to vindicate them against enemies, and maintain distinct separation from the sinful world. Ultimately, the sermon presents these warnings as a backdrop that magnifies the grace of the Gospel, urging sinners to repent and find salvation in Christ to escape the coming night.