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What does God say to the wicked man who would "take my covenant in thy mouth" (Psalm 50:16)? Read verse 17 and ask what that man has done with the words of God, and whether a man can hate the Word of God and still enter heaven. Then read John 1:14 and ask Who the Word is that he has cast behind him. "Seeing thou hatest instruction, and castest my words behind thee." (Psalm 50:17)

Prayer is an open invitation from God to come before His throne of grace with our praise and petitions. But sometimes our prayer life is not what it should be. Maybe we have the wrong foundation or selfish motives. Maybe we've given up on praying at all. Hear Pastor Brian explain the obstacles we face in our prayer life and how to overcome!

Verse by verse through the book of Acts

This sermon explores the distinct theological perspective of the books of Chronicles compared to Samuel and Kings, highlighting how Chronicles serves as an encouragement to post-exilic Israel by focusing on the temple rather than the throne. The central message emphasizes that while God is just and will not clear the guilty, He is also rich in mercy, a duality fulfilled in the person and work of Jesus Christ. By examining David's devotion to worship and his preparation for the temple, the text illustrates that God's presence and proper worship are more vital to a nation's prosperity than political power alone. The genealogies and historical accounts are presented not as mere repetition, but as a cohesive narrative pointing to Christ, who fulfills the offices of prophet, priest, and king. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to rest in God's sovereignty and to pursue a life of faithful stewardship and praise, trusting in His faithfulness to fulfill His promises.

This sermon examines the book of Romans as the first systematic theology, organizing its content into distinct doctrinal sections: hamartiology (sin), soteriology (justification and sanctification), and Israelology. The speaker contrasts Paul's exegesis with Roman Catholic, Calvinist, and Arminian views, arguing that none fully align with the biblical text. Specifically, it asserts that humans are born in sin but not totally unable to believe, that justification is a legal declaration apart from works, and that sanctification is a daily process of reckoning and presenting oneself to God rather than a condition for salvation. The presentation emphasizes the necessity of literal hermeneutics and authorial intent to avoid theological error, urging believers to rely on the Scripture's clear teaching over human systems.

This sermon explores the book of Nahum as a sequel to Jonah, highlighting the eventual destruction of Nineveh due to its extreme cruelty, immorality, and rejection of God. The central message emphasizes that God is slow to anger but will ultimately take vengeance on His adversaries to protect His people, contrasting human jealousy with God's righteous and protective nature. The speaker urges the congregation to release personal grudges to God, recognizing that vengeance belongs to Him alone, and to cultivate humility and prayer as essential responses to God's call. Drawing parallels to modern societal issues and historical examples of divine judgment, the sermon calls for a return to God-centered living, warning that national and personal destruction follows when God is removed from public and private life. The tone is pastoral and convicting, encouraging believers to trust in God's timing and to maintain steadfast faith even in the face of persecution or cultural pressure.

This sermon examines the practical wisdom found in Proverbs 6, focusing on the dangers of acting as a financial surety and the necessity of diligence. The speaker warns against the risks of co-signing loans for friends or family, emphasizing that such commitments often lead to financial ruin and relational strife if the other party is unreliable. He advises that if one chooses to help, they must do so with the expectation of loss and a willingness to monitor the situation closely. The message then shifts to the example of the ant, challenging listeners to adopt a proactive work ethic rather than succumbing to laziness. Ultimately, the sermon presents wisdom as the essential balance between generosity and self-preservation, urging believers to avoid the poverty that results from sloth and poor decision-making.