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"But to him who does not work, but believes on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted for righteousness." (Romans 4:5, NKJV)

The sermon presents a comprehensive refutation of Calvinism, arguing that its core tenets contradict the character of God, the clarity of Scripture, and the reality of human free will. The speaker challenges the doctrine of unconditional election and limited atonement by citing numerous biblical passages that affirm God's universal love and the availability of salvation to all people. By contrasting the Calvinist view of total depravity and irresistible grace with the biblical order of hearing, repentance, and faith, the lecture asserts that salvation is a result of human response rather than divine coercion. The tone is instructional and convicting, aiming to equip believers to identify and reject what is described as a deceitful theological system that undermines the sovereignty of God as revealed in the Bible.

The sermon concludes the exegesis of Romans 16 by examining Paul's warnings against false teachers and his benediction, which highlights the revelation of the mystery of the church. The speaker transitions to a systematic overview of the epistle, outlining its structure from condemnation to justification, sanctification, and glorification. This framework is used to distinguish the Protestant view of salvation, where justification is a past legal declaration, from the Roman Catholic view that treats it as a process. The teaching emphasizes that believers are simultaneously righteous and sinners, relying on faith for both justification and the ongoing process of sanctification. Finally, the sermon sets the stage for a deeper study of human depravity in Romans 1-3, contrasting Arminian and Calvinist perspectives to establish a biblically faithful understanding of God's grace.

This sermon explores the theological mystery of Christ dwelling in believers, identified as the hope of glory for both Jews and Gentiles. It argues against Calvinist interpretations of election, emphasizing instead that God's long-suffering with Israel opened the door for the Gentiles to receive the riches of His grace. The text highlights the believer's status as a chosen generation and royal priesthood, made nigh to God by the blood of Christ, which removes all barriers of sin and enmity. The preacher stresses that salvation is a work of divine grace that transforms the inner man, enabling believers to walk in good works and comprehend the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge. Ultimately, the sermon presents the unsearchable riches of Christ as the source of spiritual power, holiness, and eternal hope for all who believe.

The sermon addresses the theological doctrine of Calvinism, specifically challenging the concept of limited atonement and predestination by affirming that the gospel is universally available to all people. The speaker uses personal anecdotes and biblical exegesis to argue that terms like "all" and "whosoever" in Scripture are literal, countering the Calvinist interpretation that God predestined only a select few for salvation. By citing passages such as Revelation 22:17, John 3:16, and 1 Timothy 2:4, the message emphasizes that Christ died for every man, enabling believers to share the good news with absolute assurance without fear of presuming on God's will. The tone is pastoral and convicting, urging the congregation to reject the passivity of predestination and embrace the active responsibility of evangelism, knowing that no person is beyond the reach of God's grace.

This sermon critically examines the theological roots of extreme Calvinism, arguing that its deterministic framework originates from pagan Stoic, Gnostic, and Platonic philosophies rather than biblical revelation. The speaker traces the development of TULIP doctrines back to Augustine, suggesting that his shift toward determinism in the fifth century introduced a non-biblical view of God's sovereignty that contradicts the early church's understanding of human responsibility. By analyzing key passages such as Ephesians 1:4 and John 6, the presentation contends that Calvinist interpretations of election and atonement distort the biblical message of grace, which emphasizes faith as the means of receiving salvation rather than a result of prior regeneration. The tone is instructional and corrective, urging believers to distinguish between the personal, relational God of Scripture and the deterministic deity of ancient pagan systems. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a return to a biblical view of sovereignty that preserves both God's authority and human moral agency.

"Christ's Lament Over Jerusalem's Desolation" Matthew 23:37-39 Pastor Bucky Erwin Series: The Gospel of Matthew

"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)

Romans 11:22 — "Otherwise thou also shalt be cut off." Does that mean you can lose your salvation? A verse-by-verse walk through Catholic, Arminian, and Reformed views on perseverance. This message addresses one of the most searched and debated questions in the Christian life: can a believer lose their salvation? This sermon walks through three major views — the Catholic view of ongoing justification through works, the Arminian view that a believer can choose to walk away and become apostate, and the Reformed conviction that the saints persevere not by their own strength, but because God preserves them to the end. Using real conversations, honest struggle with hard passages, and examples from David and Peter — two men who backslid badly and yet were never cast away — this sermon works through 2 Timothy 2 and 4, 1 John 1 and 5, Matthew 5 and 23, Galatians 2, Romans 9–11, Philippians 1 and 4, and Hebrews 7 to answer the question honestly and biblically: is your salvation dependent on your own perseverance, or on God's? This sermon walks through the doctrine of perseverance, explaining: - What perseverance actually means and why the Christian life is marked by it - The Catholic doctrine of ongoing justification, mortal sin, and venial sin — and why it misunderstands what justification means - The Arminian argument from Romans 11:22 that a believer can be "cut off" - Why Romans 9–11 is actually about the nation of Israel, not individual salvation - The olive tree, the grafted branches, and what they do (and don't) teach about losing salvation - David's adultery, conspiracy, and murder — and why he was still a man after God's own heart