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The sermon explores the central theme of pleasing God by outlining four essential requirements: faith, spirit living, displeasing the world, and surrender. Drawing primarily from Hebrews 11 and Romans 8, the message emphasizes that faith is the foundational step to bridge the gap caused by sin, while living in the Spirit provides the power necessary to overcome carnal desires. The preacher contrasts the pursuit of human approval with the call to remain distinct from worldly entanglements, urging believers to submit to divine authority rather than societal whims. Through illustrations and scriptural analysis, the text highlights that sanctification is a continuous process of aligning one's will with God's, transforming obedience from a chore into a joyful desire. Ultimately, the message encourages listeners to actively seek a deep, personal relationship with the Heavenly Father through deliberate effort and spiritual devotion.

This sermon addresses the spiritual and physical dangers of gluttony and excess, urging believers to exercise self-control over their appetites. It draws from Proverbs and Deuteronomy to warn that indulgence in food and drink leads to poverty, bondage, and a rebellious heart, using the sons of Eli as a cautionary example of how unchecked desires corrupt one's character and relationships. The message emphasizes that the human body is the temple of the Holy Ghost, requiring believers to glorify God through physical stewardship rather than carnal indulgence. By citing Jesus' temptation in the wilderness and Paul's teaching on keeping the body in subjection, the sermon argues that spiritual strength and reliance on God's Word are essential for overcoming fleshly cravings. It concludes with a call to pursue temperance and virtue, rejecting cultural fads in favor of biblical principles that promote health and holiness.

I. The Impossibility of Merit II. The Impossibility of Carnality III. The Reward of Grace Read: Galatians 3 Text: Lord's Day 24

This sermon expounds on Romans 8:28, emphasizing that the promise of all things working together for good applies specifically to those who love God and are called according to His purpose. It argues that this calling is a sovereign act of divine grace, distinct from human effort or religious affiliation, identifying true believers by their God-given faith and love for Christ. The message contrasts the natural enmity of the carnal mind against God with the regenerated heart that rejoices in Christ alone, rejecting confidence in the flesh or works. By citing Philippians 3:3 and 2 Timothy 1:9, the exposition underscores that salvation is entirely of the Lord, accomplished before the world began, and evidenced by the believer's trust in Jesus as the sole mediator.

Paul tells the Church in Corinth they were not taking advantage of the Spirit of God ​H​e had been given to them​. He calls them Babes in Christ because they are behaving like normal humans, rather than ​people endowed with the power of the Holy Spirit. the spiritual people God wants them to be. He then moves to the responsibility of the leadership in Corinth​. He tells them to build the body on the foundation Paul laid—Jesus the Messiah! Jesus, alone, is the sole foundation of the church, ​a​nd they need to be careful to build on that foundation​ with eternal values, rather than human values, converting their boasting away from men and toward God alone.

El sermón analiza la naturaleza destructiva del espíritu de ira, distinguiéndolo de las acciones externas y enfatizando que la victoria interna es más crucial que el cumplimiento literal de la ley. A través de ilustraciones personales y exégesis bíblica, se demuestra que la ira humana es siempre carnal e injusta, a diferencia de la ira divina, y que su presencia contamina hogares, iglesias y ministerios. Se argumenta que los creyentes deben probar los espíritus que emanan de sí mismos y evitar justificar el enojo bajo pretextos espirituales. El mensaje concluye con una llamada a la humildad, el arrepentimiento profundo y la dependencia del Espíritu Santo para eliminar completamente la ira de la vida del creyente.

The sermon emphasizes that true spiritual transformation occurs internally through the piercing work of God's Word on the human conscience, rather than through external religious performance. It warns against a seared conscience and superficial faith, arguing that genuine salvation results in a radical inner change where the old nature is crucified with Christ. The preacher contrasts glorying in outward appearance with the necessity of a purified heart, asserting that holiness within naturally produces righteous behavior without. By examining passages such as Romans 6 and 1 Corinthians 6, the message clarifies that believers are called to cease from sin and live for Christ, not merely to avoid hell or maintain a religious facade. Ultimately, the text calls listeners to abandon carnal motivations and embrace the new creature reality found in knowing Christ through the inward work of the Holy Ghost.

Dennis Bullock delivers part 2 of, "A Wise God and Carnal Christians" Lesson 2 in; A Regular Baptist Press Study called "Biblical Solutions for Christian Problems" Study Guides available from RBP Store https://www.rbpstore.org/Products/0054/zealous-for-the-truth-2-peter-2--3-john-judebradult-student-book