We learn from Psalm 139 the appropriate human response to God's omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence. It outlines three primary reactions: desiring ultimate justice against those who blaspheme God, demonstrating unwavering loyalty by aligning with His hatred of evil, and pursuing personal holiness through self-examination. True faith requires a complete dedication to God, rejecting neutrality and compromising relationships in favor of steadfast commitment. This devotion is modeled by King David and fulfilled perfectly in Jesus Christ, Who remained faithful despite opposition. We as believers should examine our own hearts and renew our daily commitment to the Lord.

Sermon: Faith That Makes a Family Sermon Text: Romans 4:9-12 Sermon Preached at Providence Presbyterian Church Evansville, IN The sermon expounds on Romans 4 to establish that justification is received by faith alone, independent of religious rituals or ethnic heritage. Using Abraham as the primary example, the preacher demonstrates that God credited righteousness to him before he was circumcised, proving that salvation is not contingent upon outward signs like baptism or Jewish lineage. This theological argument dismantles any reliance on works or ceremonial badges for salvation, emphasizing that faith in Christ's finished work is the sole instrument of being made right with God. The message extends this truth to Gentiles, affirming that all who believe are united as a spiritual family under Abraham, regardless of their background. Consequently, believers are called to live out this faith through costly commitment and obedience, reflecting their identity as children in God's family.

Sermon: Faith That Makes a Family Sermon Text: Romans 4:9-12 Series: The Power of God for Salvation (Romans) The sermon expounds on Romans 4 to establish that justification is received by faith alone, independent of religious rituals or ethnic heritage. Using Abraham as the primary example, the preacher demonstrates that God credited righteousness to him before he was circumcised, proving that external signs like baptism do not confer salvation. The message warns against relying on church affiliation, good works, or sacraments for standing before God, emphasizing instead that trust in Christ is the sole instrument of pardon. This doctrine unites believers from all backgrounds into a spiritual family, sharing Abraham as their common father through shared faith rather than biology or ritual. Consequently, true Christians are called to live out costly commitment and obedience as a response to this grace, reflecting the unity and responsibility of being part of God's family.

This sermon explores the biblical principles of Christian giving, emphasizing that it should stem from a heart of grace and love rather than obligation or pressure. Drawing primarily from 1 and 2 Corinthians, the message outlines two primary purposes for church offerings: supporting ministers who preach the gospel and meeting the material needs of others in the body of Christ. The preacher contrasts the Macedonian churches' sacrificial generosity with the Corinthian church's initial commitment, illustrating that true giving is a personal, joyful response to God's own generous nature. It challenges believers to view giving as a spiritual discipline of stewardship and trust, ensuring accountability while relying on God's promise to supply all needs. Ultimately, the act of giving serves to glorify God, unite the church, and reflect the divine character of selfless love.

Ecclesiastes 5 warns against rash speech and empty vows, emphasizing that true worship involves listening more than speaking and honoring commitments made to God.

When you "commit thy way unto the Lord," even when you struggle with God's Promises and Plans and Provision, you will never be Left Behind.

This sermon was preached on August 9, 2026 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Pastor Zachary Groff preached this sermon entitled "Principles of Honor" on Exodus 21:7-11. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected].

The sermon explores the critical Christian duty of spiritual discernment, urging believers to test all teachings against the standard of Scripture. Drawing primarily from 1 John 4, it outlines three principles for evaluating teachers: refusing to believe every spirit, testing claims by their confession of Jesus Christ's incarnation, and recognizing the opposition of the antichrist spirit. The preacher emphasizes that true faith requires examining its object before placing confidence in it, warning against false teachers who distort the gospel or diminish the person and work of Christ. Ultimately, the message calls for a steadfast commitment to the biblical truth of Jesus alone as the sole foundation for salvation and spiritual assurance. In light of the danger of false teaching and the church's experience with false teachers, John commands believers to exercise discernment by testing everything according to the standard of Scripture, and the truths of Jesus Christ.