This sermon explores the theological significance of the Lord's Supper as a symbolic memorial of Christ's sacrificial death, emphasizing that the elements represent rather than transform into His body and blood. The preacher highlights three key aspects of the institution: the visual picture of Jesus' broken body and shed blood, the voluntary procedure of His savage submission to the cross, and the finalized purpose of establishing a new covenant for the remission of sins. By contrasting this ordinance with erroneous views on transubstantiation and salvation by works, the message underscores that the Supper serves as a sobering time for self-examination and rededication rather than a means of earning salvation. The narrative connects the Last Supper to the upcoming Passover, urging believers to remain spiritually prepared for Christ's second coming. Ultimately, the service points backward to Calvary, inward to personal faith, and forward to the future marriage supper of the Lamb.

This sermon explores Mark 5:21-43, focusing on the miracles of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood to illustrate the transformative power of Jesus. The central message emphasizes that while Jesus desires to touch and heal human brokenness, this encounter must occur on His terms rather than human demands. True faith is defined as unconditional surrender to Christ, which results in receiving new spiritual life and overcoming death. The preacher calls listeners to respond with gratitude, comfort in grief, trust in hopeless situations, and a commitment to being life-giving blessings to others. Ultimately, the passage points to Jesus as the Lord of Life who defeats sin and death through His sacrificial work.

This morning we look at God's High Priest and His love, salvation, mediation, for His people. May this message remind us and warn us, that there is only one way to God, and that is through His Son, The Lord Jesus Christ.

Mark 11:2 'And saith unto them, Go your way into the village over against you: and as soon as ye be entered into it, ye shall find a colt tied, whereon never man sat; loose him, and bring him.' The sermon uses the biblical account of Jesus riding a colt into Jerusalem as an allegory for the salvation of a sinner. It outlines three spiritual lessons derived from the animal's condition: first, the necessity of redemption through the blood of Christ to escape eternal death; second, the liberation from the bondage of sin when one yields to the gospel message; and third, the requirement for the redeemed to submit to Christ's lordship and serve as witnesses. The preacher emphasises that while humans are naturally bound by sin, Jesus alone provides the power for freedom and purpose. The central call is for listeners to accept this redemption and allow Christ to direct their lives in service to Him.

The sermon centers on the profound sacrifice of Jesus Christ at Calvary, drawing heavily from Psalm 22 to illustrate both His physical agony and spiritual separation from God as He bore the sins of the world. It emphasizes that every sin incurs judgment, yet Jesus paid the full price so that anyone who accepts His work can be forgiven and avoid eternal condemnation. The message connects this redemptive act to the institution of the Lord's Supper in 1 Corinthians 11, urging believers to partake in remembrance of His death until He returns. Participants are invited to examine their hearts for unconfessed sin before receiving the bread and cup, ensuring they honor the gravity of the covenant. Ultimately, the preacher highlights the immense love of God demonstrated through Christ's willing death, offering hope and salvation to all who believe.

PM sermons are preceded by a Confessional, Catechism, Historic Creed lesson, or a lesson from the NT (Usually 5 minutes or so) WLC Q174: What is required of them that receive the sacrament of the Lord's supper in the time of the administration of it? A174: It is required of them that receive the sacrament of the Lord's supper, that, during the time of the administration of it, with all holy reverence and attention they wait upon God in that ordinance, diligently observe the sacramental elements and actions, heedfully discern the Lord's body, and affectionately meditate on his death and sufferings, and thereby stir up themselves to a vigorous exercise of their graces; in judging themselves, and sorrowing for sin; in earnest hungering and thirsting after Christ, feeding on him by faith, receiving of his fulness, trusting in his merits, rejoicing in his love, giving thanks for his grace; in renewing of their covenant with God, and love to all the saints. 1 Cor 11:23 For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you: that the Lord Jesus on the same night in which He was betrayed took bread; 24 and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, "Take, eat; this is My body which is broken for you; do this in remembrance of Me." 25 In the same manner He also took the cup after supper, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood. This do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me." 26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord's death till He comes. 27 Therefore whoever eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. 28 But....

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HELL DIDN'T DISAPPEAR BECAUSE WE QUIT PREACHING IT. [THE ETERNITY NOBODY WANTS TO TALK ABOUT] Luke 16:19–31; Revelation 20:15KJV Jesus Christ spoke plainly about eternal judgment because souls matter. Luke chapter 16 records the rich man and Lazarus. Both men died, but death did not end their existence. The rich man became consciously aware of judgment, remembered his earthly life, and discovered a great gulf that could not be crossed. Revelation chapter 20 describes the final judgment before the great white throne and warns that those whose names are not found in the book of life are cast into the lake of fire. Hell reveals the seriousness of sin and the holiness and justice of God. But judgment is not the end of the Gospel message. God loved the world and gave His only begotten Son so that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. Jesus Christ bore our sins at Calvary, shed His blood, died, and rose again. Therefore, no sinner has to face eternal judgment without hope. Salvation is available through Jesus Christ. The rich man became concerned about his five brothers only after it was too late for him to warn them personally. His concern reminds Christians to pray for and witness to the lost while there is still time.

"Open your heart to the message that the blood can deliver you, yes, even you, at this moment. Only believe it...If you come as a guilty, lost sinner, longing for pardon...the blood which has already made a perfect atonement covers your sin and restores you immediately to the favor and love of God" - Andrew Murray 1828-1917