Apologetics on SermonAudio

This episode addresses the cultural claim that truth is subjective by arguing that objective truth exists because God created both reality and the human capacity to know it. Drawing primarily from Psalm 19 and Romans 1, the episode explains that while general revelation through creation leaves humanity without excuse, fallen humans often suppress this truth due to sin and a desire for autonomy. The episode contrasts this with special revelation in Scripture and the person of Jesus Christ, who is identified as the ultimate embodiment of truth. It concludes by encouraging believers to approach knowledge with humility, confidence in God's word, and a desire for worship, rather than treating truth as a matter of personal preference or intellectual independence.

This instructional sermon systematically outlines core Christian doctrines, beginning with the phases and means of sanctification in the life of Israel and the believer. It transitions into a detailed examination of the person of Christ, defining key theological concepts such as the Trinity, the Hypostatic Union, and the doctrine of Kenosis, which explains how Jesus gave up the independent use of divine attributes. The teaching further explores Christ's impeccability and infallibility, arguing for the Bible's authority in all matters, including history and science, against common liberal interpretations. Finally, the sermon connects these doctrines to the atonement, describing it as a restitutionary act that satisfies justice, and concludes with the believer's position in the heavenly realms, emphasizing the need to walk by the Spirit and maintain separation from worldly influences.

In this episode, we step into the high-stakes theological and historical battlegrounds of 19th-century American Presbyterianism to confront a quiet piece of historical revisionism. Writing in the shadow of the 1837 Old School–New School split, Princeton's Charles Hodge sought to defend church order in his Constitutional History by painting the First Great Awakening—and particularly the raw, energetic ministry of a young George Whitefield—as a primary engine of fanatical pride and ecclesiastical disorder. But when we look past Hodge's Old School apologetic to the primary record, Whitefield's own humbled, edited 1756 journals, and the eyewitness conversion narratives gathered by contemporaries like William McCulloch, a vastly different picture emerges. Join us as we reassess Hodge's critique, uncover the pastoral wisdom of Archibald Alexander and Jonathan Edwards, and defend the honor and enduring legacy of one of history's most gifted young heralds of the Gospel.

The Bible's first words are not an argument for God but an announcement: "In the beginning, God." In this opening lesson of our new Foundations series, Pastor John Samson shows why Scripture can speak that way, tracing a line from Genesis 1 through Psalm 14 to Romans 1, where Paul says God has made Himself plain to every person. If that is true, the real issue is not a shortage of evidence but what we do with what we already know, and that changes how we answer the coworker who says, "Prove to me that He exists." Come for a shoe, a beach ball, and a man named Nabal, and stay for the good news that the God creation points to has shown Himself most clearly in the face of Jesus Christ.

In this lecture and Q&A session, the elders of King's Cross discuss how we should approach voting and talking with others about politics, among other issues.

This episode defines a Christian not by external markers such as doctrine, baptism, or moral behavior, but by the fundamental reality of belonging to Jesus Christ. It argues that true conversion involves the Holy Spirit effectually applying Christ's redemption to spiritually dead sinners, resulting in a new union with Him. The episode emphasizes that salvation is entirely by grace through faith, distinguishing saving faith from mere intellectual assent or cultural association. Consequently, this union with Christ becomes the source of justification, adoption, and sanctification, transforming the believer's identity and motivating obedience. The episode concludes by affirming that this belonging to Christ provides ultimate hope and defines the Christian life as a communal discipleship rooted in the resurrection.

This sermon examines the essential characteristics that define dispensationalism, arguing that it is not merely a specific list of seven dispensations but a consistent hermeneutical approach to Scripture. The central message posits that a dispensationalist is one who interprets the Bible literally, maintains a distinct theological separation between Israel and the church, and views the ultimate purpose of God's plan as His own glory rather than solely human salvation. By referencing Charles Ryrie's 'sine qua non,' the text defends this framework against criticisms of division, asserting that it honors both the unity of progressive revelation and the diversity of God's administrative stages. The tone is instructional and apologetic, aiming to clarify misconceptions and encourage believers to trust God's promises by reading Scripture with confidence and consistency. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a God-centered interpretation that guards against spiritualizing prophecy and affirms the ongoing validity of God's covenantal faithfulness to Israel.

This sermon examines the varied responses to Paul's speech in Athens, highlighting how some mocked the resurrection, others expressed curiosity, and a few came to faith. The central message encourages believers to view themselves as evangelists who share the truth about Christ with wisdom, love, and uncompromised integrity. The speaker emphasizes the importance of finding points of contact with unbelievers while maintaining the core truths of the gospel, such as the resurrection of Jesus. Finally, the sermon instructs Christians to leave the results of their efforts to God, trusting that the Holy Spirit alone can change hearts and bring about genuine conversion.

This sermon examines the second through fourth days of creation in Genesis, emphasizing the literal 24-hour nature of these days and the intricate design of the natural world. The speaker argues that the order of creation, particularly the separation of waters and the establishment of luminaries, refutes evolutionary theories and highlights God's sovereignty over the physical universe. By connecting the biblical metaphor of light piercing darkness to the spiritual reality of salvation, the message presents creation as a testament to God's glory and a backdrop for the gospel. The tone is instructional and apologetic, aiming to equip believers with a robust understanding of Scripture to engage with secular perspectives. Ultimately, the sermon calls for repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, who is identified as the true light that illuminates the path to eternal life.