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This sermon explores Psalm 2 as a Messianic psalm that reveals the conflict between the nations' rebellion and God's sovereign response. The message identifies the central tension as the world's futile plotting against the Lord and His anointed, contrasted with the Father's laughter and the installation of Christ as the eternal King on Zion. It affirms the doctrine of Christ's eternal sonship, explaining that the Father's declaration of the Son is an unchanging decree that predates creation. The preacher calls the audience to recognize their position in this cosmic drama, urging them to make themselves wise by submitting to Christ's authority. The final appeal is a warning to those who reject the King and a comfort to those who take refuge in Him, emphasizing that salvation is found only in embracing the Son.

Because of God's Faithfulness to His Promises, you will "Go Not Empty" when you turn to Him in Faith.

This sermon examines Paul's argument in 1 Corinthians that God chooses the foolish and weak things of the world to shame the wise and strong, ensuring that no human can boast in their own abilities. The central message emphasizes that salvation is entirely of grace, revealed to those who recognize their spiritual poverty and inability to save themselves. By contrasting the self-sufficiency of the world with the brokenness required for true faith, the exposition highlights that Christ becomes the believer's wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. The tone is both convicting and comforting, urging listeners to abandon pride in their own status or intellect and instead find their identity and glory solely in the Lord. Ultimately, the sermon asserts that God delights in using humble, broken sinners to display the magnitude of His grace and power.

This sermon explores Isaiah 40 written about 700 years before Christ. The central theme is the imminent arrival of the Lord, identified as the divine King and Christ, whose coming will reveal His glory to all flesh. The text contrasts the transient nature of humanity, described as withering grass, with the eternal stability of God's Word, which stands forever. The preacher highlights the paradox of God's immense cosmic power, who measures the heavens and weighs the mountains, with His tender intimacy as a shepherd who gathers and carries His lambs. Ultimately, the sermon calls for bold proclamation of this good news, affirming that God's redemptive work is accomplished in Jesus's work and His people are His secure inheritance. Unfortunately, the camera failed before the end of the message so this is just a portion of the message.

The sermon explores the prophetic narrative in Hosea 2, where God pursues, betroths, and ultimately marries His unfaithful bride, Israel, as a typology for the church. It outlines three stages of this divine relationship: the initial alluring of the people through comfort and restoration, the formal betrothal based on God's righteousness, justice, lovingkindness, and mercy, and the final consummation at the Second Coming. The preacher emphasizes that this covenant is not merely historical but is currently fulfilled in the lives of believers who are being sanctified by the Word of God. The message contrasts the temporary nature of false idols with the eternal, unbreakable bond of Christ's love, urging the congregation to view their present worship as the preparation for the eternal marriage supper of the Lamb.

1. The promise made 2. Those to whom the promise comes 3. The glorious result

This sermon explores the promise of the Holy Spirit as the 'Comforter' who abides with believers forever, addressing the disciples' need for aid in the face of Jesus' impending departure. It identifies the Spirit as the Helper and Spirit of Truth, emphasizing His permanence and indwelling presence which contrasts with the temporary physical presence of Christ. The message highlights that the world cannot receive the Spirit because it is spiritually blind, whereas believers know Him through His internal dwelling. It further explains that the Spirit provides assurance of salvation and the power for resurrection, while also enabling a deep fellowship with God through loving obedience and submission to His commands. The sermon concludes by challenging believers to examine their daily submission to the Spirit to experience the fullness of this divine abode.

This sermon explores the emotional and spiritual depth of Jeremiah's lament in Lamentations, highlighting how the prophet felt abandoned and burdened by God's judgment on Jerusalem. The message contrasts this feeling of isolation with the enduring truth of God's faithfulness, using the parallel narrative of Job to illustrate how suffering can lead to spiritual refinement. It emphasizes that while human relationships may fail or become bitter, God's mercies are new every morning and never fail. The preacher encourages the audience to shift their focus from their circumstances to the Savior, reminding them that God is present even in the darkest times. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a daily meditation on Scripture as a source of strength and a reminder that God has not forsaken His people.

Ephesians 1:15-23 & HC LD 22 Q&A 58

This sermon explores the doctrine of definite atonement by examining the imagery of the shepherd and sheep in John 10. It argues that Christ's death was not merely a potential offer for all humanity but a specific, effective act to secure the salvation of those the Father gave to Him. The teaching highlights three key concepts from the text: the Father giving a specific people to the Son, the Son's intimate knowledge of His own, and the definite outcome of eternal life for the sheep. By contrasting this view with Arminianism, which suggests salvation is possible for all but actual for none, the sermon emphasizes the sovereignty of God and the sufficiency of Christ's work. Ultimately, the message offers believers profound comfort and security, asserting that their redemption is fully secured by Christ's finished work on the cross, independent of their own ongoing efforts or feelings.

1 The Evidence We Have Of This 2 The Comfort We Derive From This

I. The Belief II. The Blessings III. The Comfort 1 Thess. 4:13-18

2 Timothy 3:16 "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:" King James Version (KJV)

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