The sermon challenges the common evangelical phrase 'accept Christ,' arguing that it reverses the biblical order of salvation by placing the burden on human decision rather than divine initiative. God is the one who accepts sinners through Jesus' sacrifice after they are convicted of their sins and repent. The central message is that salvation is not merely a mental agreement or a simple acceptance of a gift, but a profound spiritual transformation initiated by God's grace and received through humble repentance. The preacher urges listeners to seek genuine conviction and brokenness before God, ensuring that the focus remains on His acceptance rather than human effort.

Bro. Nick Luizzi

Having established that Israelites are not The Church and that only believing Jews qualify for the promises of Israel, we now discuss the "election" of Israel with the National promises that individual Jews will receive, and that these remain separate from promises to the Church of Jesus Christ. We discuss the Abrahamic Promises, Esau and Jacob and the context of Romans 9:13 compared with the original statement made in Malachi 1:3. Also Reference: Romans 9:8, Genesis 12:2, Malachi 1:4-5, Genesis 27:41-42, Numbers 20:14-21, Psalm 137:7, Obadiah 1-3 & 10-15, Ruth 1:16, (Genesis 38), Genesis 12:3 COMMUNION: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 MUSIC: Hymn # 315 (D) "Burdens Are Lifted At Calvary" Hymn # 7 (D) "Blessed Be The Name" Hymn # 126 (A) "Blessed Redeemer" Hymn # 508 (C) "His Way With Thee" https://bbfohio.com

The sermon explores the Christian walk of faith, love, and hope as described in Colossians 1, emphasizing the necessity of bearing spiritual fruit through the Holy Spirit. It encourages believers to cultivate a deep prayer life that seeks wisdom and understanding rather than merely requesting physical healing or relief. The preacher illustrates how God patiently guides individuals toward truth, using personal anecdotes to demonstrate that enduring trials with gratitude keeps burdens light. Central to the message is the reconciliation achieved through Christ's blood, which delivers believers from darkness into His kingdom of light. Ultimately, the text calls the audience to rejoice continually, trusting in God's sovereignty and the promise of perfection found in Jesus Christ.

Christ's dealing with the woman at the well shows believers how to speak to souls wisely, personally, and with God at the center. From John 4 we see that true evangelism often happens in ordinary daily encounters, not in organized campaigns, and that believers should be ready to speak first, use everyday circumstances as a doorway, and turn the conversation toward God and eternal things. We can see how Jesus moved the woman from earthly thoughts about water and daily burdens to the deeper need of her soul, eventually bringing her sin into the light without a careless or confrontational approach. Believers need to be filled with the Word of God, alert to divine appointments, willing to speak a good word for the Lord, and careful to let God expose the heart so sinners may come face to face with Him, their sin, and the living water only Christ can give.

Jesus' mission to those carrying heavy burdens.

The sermon explores the heavy burden of sin and the necessity of constant dependence on God for effective Christian living. It contrasts the futile struggle of disobedience with the rest found in surrendering to divine guidance, emphasizing that true spirituality requires a living relationship rather than mere systematic routine. The preacher warns against spiritual apathy and indifference, noting how sin blinds individuals and affects their community. Key themes include the importance of consecration, honest confession, and recognizing God as the source of strength and wisdom. Ultimately, the message calls believers to abandon self-sufficiency and actively seek God's direction in every aspect of life.

This sermon encourages believers to embrace a 'mind to work' for the Lord by first cultivating a deep burden for His mission. It outlines how genuine service requires facing adversity and opposition without quitting, relying on the truth that God is greater than any challenge. The message emphasizes that effective ministry involves everyone contributing their part while standing firm in faith, knowing that God fights the battles for those who remain steadfast. By sharing burdens within the community and resisting discouragement, believers can achieve remarkable results through divine empowerment rather than human effort alone.