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"Irresistible Grace" – John 1:35-42 I. Peripherals (1 Cor. 12:4-11) II. Irresistible grace (Jn. 6:37, 44; Jn. 5:37-40; Acts 7:51-53) III. The disciples' irresistible attraction to Christ (Lk. 2:25-26, 38; Jn. 15:16; Eph. 1:3-4) IV. Application (Rom. 8:29-30; 1 Cor. 1:30-31)

The sermon explores the benefits of Christ's redemption as outlined in the Larger Catechism, emphasizing that Jesus secured eternal redemption through His mediation. By analyzing Hebrews 9 and other epistles, the text clarifies that this redemption includes forgiveness, justification, and sonship, paid to the Father rather than Satan. It further explains that these benefits are applied to believers by the Holy Spirit, not earned by human works but received through faith and repentance as gifts of grace. The teaching warns against Pelagianism and Arminianism, affirming that salvation is entirely God's mercy while calling for a responsive life of holiness. Ultimately, the message encourages gratitude for the comprehensive promises of the new covenant secured by Christ.

"Behold the Lamb of God" – John 1:29-34 *Mt. 3:13-17 I. Jesus' baptism II. Behold the Lamb of God (Is. 53:3-7; 1 Pet. 1:17-19) III. The Lamb who takes away the sin of the world (2 Sam. 12:13; Is. 6:5-7; Ps. 32:1-2; Heb. 9:24-26; 1 Jn. 2:1-2; Rom. 5:18; 1 Cor. 13:7; Phil. 4:13) IV. Application (Mt. 11:28-30; Jn. 7:37-38)

This episode explores the doctrine of God's eternal and unchangeable decree, emphasizing that all events occur according to His sovereign will, rather than just His mere foresight of human actions. It refutes theological errors such as Arminianism and Molinism by affirming that God's knowledge is rooted in His own decrees, not external conditions. The episode highlights the dual outcomes of this decree: the predestination of some to everlasting life and others to eternal death, all for the manifestation of God's glory. This teaching serves to comfort believers by assuring them that salvation depends entirely on God's mercy and power, not human will. Ultimately, the episode calls for humility and trust in God's wisdom, recognizing His absolute control over history and individual destinies.

01:25 What is predestination, double predestination and Arminianism? 12:06 How does God deal with people who have never heard the name of Jesus? 18:43 Is it okay to listen to other pastors sermon online and not just our own pastor's messages? 29:08 How do I not expose myself to things that trigger me? 33:39 Was Adam with Eve when she picked the fruit off the tree or did she bring it to him? 36:36 Is it okay to go to an AA celebration? 39:30 How do we handle life when our we don't have enough to meet our physical needs and it starts to take a toll on our family and health? 46:46 Why did Jesus have to go away for the Holy Spirit to come? 49:54 When the rapture takes place is the Holy Spirit removed from the world? 53:03 How can I explain the Trinity to an atheist?