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Pastors are classified in the Holy Bible as a gift from God whose purpose is not only to teach the word of God but also to live the word of God and be an example to the brethren of a successful Christian walking in the fear and admonition of the Lord. THE BIBLE Baptist Church of DeLand, Florida Pastor James W. Knox Pastor David A. Brown https://biblebaptistdeland.com For more sermons and Bible study materials, please visit our web store at https://store.jameswknox.org/ DeLand School of THE BIBLE: https://dsbkjv.com

What it is for God to "hide his face"? To know that, we must inquire what it is for the face of God to shine upon any. You may observe that the shining of God's face upon any is, in Scripture, comprehensive of all mercies and of all blessings whatsoever. I will mention but one place, Numbers 6:24-26, the blessing of God when he put his name upon the people: "The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: the LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: the LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace." Grace, preservation, and peace, they are the sum of all we receive from God in this world.

Can God divorce His people? Will God divorce His people? Yes, if they are in the flesh only. He will say, "Depart from me, I never knew you?" For at heart all are His people since He is Creator God.

Why do Christians worship on Sunday instead of Saturday? Are we breaking the fourth of the Ten Commandments by not observing the Sabbath? In this message, Pastor Byron Chesney examines what the Bible teaches about the Sabbath, the New Covenant, and why the early church gathered on the first day of the week. If you've ever questioned why Christians worship on Sunday, this is a message you'll want to hear! Discover why our worship centers not on a particular day, but on our risen Saviour, Jesus Christ.

VaultAI Summary: This sermon explores the divine desire for believers to behold Jesus Christ in His exalted glory, using Isaiah 33:17 as the foundational text. It draws a parallel between King Hezekiah's humiliation and subsequent exaltation during the Assyrian siege and the greater work of Christ, who was humbled in His passion and now reigns in majesty. The preacher emphasizes that while Christ's state of humiliation reveals His love and sacrifice, His current state of exaltation is the ultimate object of Christian yearning and hope. This vision of Christ's beauty serves to sanctify the believer, kindle hope in the present, and prepare the heart for the beatific vision in eternity. The message concludes with an exhortation to approach the Lord's Table with a desire to see the King in His beauty, allowing that sight to transform the soul and drive out sin.

This sermon examines James 1:19-20, arguing that the most dangerous obstacle to Christian faith is not external trial but internal sin, specifically pride-induced anger. The message distinguishes between righteous anger, which responds to injustice, and sinful rage, which stems from wounded ego and destroys fellowship. It outlines three benefits of being quick to hear: gaining wisdom, strengthening relationships through genuine attention, and aligning one's thoughts with God's. Conversely, being slow to speak and slow to anger serves as a protective firewall against the destructive power of the tongue and the impulsive nature of human wrath. The sermon concludes by reflecting on God's character as quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to anger, urging believers to imitate this divine restraint to glorify Christ and maintain holy community.

The sermon explores the call for believers to be swift to hear and slow to speak, grounding this instruction in the identity of Christians as beloved brethren purchased by God. It emphasizes that true religion is not merely intellectual assent but active obedience, illustrated by the metaphor of a tree planted by the rivers of water that bears fruit in its season. The message warns against the self-deception of being hearers only, urging listeners to lay aside wickedness and receive the implanted word with meekness. Practical application is drawn from the command to visit orphans and widows, demonstrating that pure religion is evidenced by tangible acts of love and service. Ultimately, the preacher asserts that a life of obedience flows naturally from the assurance of salvation and the central focus on Jesus Christ.

Our mission to bring the gospel to the ends of the earth has always involved affliction and persecution, but we don't usually think of that as a good thing. In 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Paul tells us that we're ordinary jars of clay full of the extraordinary treasure of the gospel. It's definitely a mismatch, and our fragility shows it, but it's when our persecution brings out our weakness that God reveals his strength.

Integrity is an important part of the Christian character. In Psalm 26 David asserts his integrity against false accusations, and shows us what this integrity is. We see devotion to God, delight in God's worship and church, and deliverance from sin.