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This sermon introduces a new series on the book of Nehemiah, emphasizing the necessity of learning from history to avoid repeating past mistakes. The central theme focuses on Nehemiah's profound heart for God and his people, which compelled him to respond to Jerusalem's devastation with deep mourning and fervent prayer rather than immediate action. The preacher highlights four key truths—repent, return, rebuild, and revive—as essential steps for believers today to restore spiritual vitality in the church and society. By examining Nehemiah's prayer of confession and reverence, the message challenges Christians to prioritize a genuine, awe-filled relationship with God over superficial religious rituals. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a collective awakening and revival among believers who seek to honor God's holiness and advance His kingdom.

Summary: Jesus teaches you that as certainly as you will meet death and the tomb, so certainly will you meet resurrection and life if you trust in him. DEATH AND THE TOMB THE RESURRECTION AND LIFE THE CONFESSION OF FAITH

Study in the 1689 Second London Baptist Confession of Faith

Grace Covenant Baptist Church is a Reformed Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana. We are a confessional church subscribing to the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. We adhere to the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation; Sola Scriptura, Solus Christus, Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Soli Deo Gloria. Find more information about or listen to past sermons from Grace Covenant Baptist Church at https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/gcbcwm/

The serpent asked the woman a question he already knew the answer to. Her answer is quite shocking, and it reveals exactly what he had been watching for. Where did the attack on the Word of God begin, and has it changed since? Was the fall a trick played on the man, or was it unbelief? And when the LORD God called the man to account, did he confess his sin? The text answers every one, verse by verse.

Today, we will continue our sermon series in 2 Samuel. We are in chapter 12. Last week, we saw how God graciously sent Nathan and delivered David from sin that had overtaken him. Today's reading (2 Sam 12:13-25) overlaps with last week's at David's confession. We are going to focus on the clear sense of God's mercy that David has.

The sermon examines the greatest commandments to love God and neighbor, revealing that perfect adherence is impossible for fallen humanity. This realization of total failure under the law drives the listener to confess sin and recognize the need for a Savior. Jesus Christ fulfills the law's demands and bears the curse of sin on the cross, offering righteousness through faith alone. The message emphasizes that salvation is accessible immediately through repentance and trust in Christ rather than human effort. Ultimately, the gospel invites all to enter the kingdom of God by relying on Jesus' finished work.

OUTLINE: To walk in the Light: I. IS TO BE IN CHRIST. To be in Christ means: (a.) Called out of darkness. (b.) Called into Light. To walk in the Light: II. IS TO PURSUE HOLINESS. To pursue holiness means: (a.) Confession of sin. (b.) Cultivation of submission. (c.) Companionship of Saints. To walk in the Light: III. IS TO FELLOWSHIP WITH CHRIST. To fellowship with Christ means: (a.) Draw near in prayer. (b.) Deepen in knowledge. (c.) Delight in possession.

In the evening we get to glory in Galatians 1:6-9 and the help we receive from Belgic Confession Article 6. What do we make of the Apocryphal books? How do we assess other "religious" writings? How much peace do we receive from the gospel found in the 'sacred 66'? Let's find out Sunday night. --------- August 9, 2026 EVENING WORSHIP SERVICE Galatians 1:6-9 "No Competitors to This Canon" Belgic Confession Article 6 Theme: Believers know that apocryphal books fail to teach the pure gospel 1. Believers will always only affix ourselves to the pure gospel 2. Believers will always reject the confusion in the world 3. Believers will always discern carefully what "religious books" teach 4. Believers will always find safe comfort in His glorious Word!