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The sermon explores the themes of trust and deliverance through the lens of Psalm 56, highlighting David's reliance on God amidst physical and spiritual opposition. It emphasizes that courage is defined by overcoming fear through faith in God's promises rather than the absence of anxiety. The message contrasts the biblical call for submission and repentance with the modern spirit of rebellion, specifically critiquing contemporary Christian culture for attempting to reshape Christ to fit worldly standards. By drawing parallels between David's enemies and the deceptive nature of Satan, the text urges believers to maintain discernment and stand firm on the Word. Ultimately, it presents salvation as the foundation for daily confidence, asserting that the God who delivers the soul from death will also protect and sustain believers in their temporal lives.

What shall I render unto the LORD for all his benefits toward me? I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD. I will pay my vows unto the LORD now in the presence of all his people. (Psalms 116:12-14) ~~~~~ This sermon was preached at Bells Yew Green Chapel, Lord's Day afternoon. ~~~~~ *1/ The Lord's benefits towards us. 2/ A question as to what to do. 3/ A two fold answer.* **Sermon summary:** This sermon examines the believer's response to God's spiritual benefits, centring on the question, "What shall I render unto the Lord?" The message distinguishes between temporal provisions and the superior value of soul deliverance, urging listeners to recognize spiritual blessings such as answered prayer, conviction of sin, and the fullness of Christ's covenant. It emphasizes that the appropriate response is a two-fold commitment: privately taking the cup of salvation through thanksgiving and public profession, and publicly paying vows in the presence of God's people. The preacher encourages the congregation to view their life experiences as a unique cup of salvation that testifies to God's grace, culminating in the call for baptism and participation in the Lord's Supper as acts of public faith.

1. Sudden, but not surprising (v. 1-5) 2. Consistent, not catastrophic (v. 6-8) 3. Deliverance, not destruction (v. 9-11)

This sermon examines the final Passover meal of Jesus with his disciples, presenting it as a pivotal moment in redemption history that connects the Old Testament deliverance from Egypt to the New Testament fulfillment in Christ. The message is structured around three key images: the Lamb, representing Jesus as the true Passover sacrifice who delivers sinners from judgment; the Table, illustrating Jesus' earnest desire for intimate fellowship with his people despite their imperfections; and the Kingdom, pointing to the future glory and hope that surpasses the suffering of the cross. By grounding the narrative in the historical context of Exodus and the theological weight of 1 Corinthians, the sermon emphasizes that salvation is entirely God's provision, not human effort. The tone is both comforting and convicting, urging believers to find rest in the finished work of Christ while maintaining confident hope in the coming kingdom, where suffering will end and believers will dwell eternally with their King.

Sermon | Esther 9:20-10:3 | Sunday Evening Service, October 25 2026. Preacher: Rocky Stevenson This sermon examines the concluding chapters of the book of Esther, identifying three witnesses to God's faithfulness: the feast of Purim, the written letters, and the figure of Mordecai. Ps Rocky argues that these elements testify to God's preservation of Israel during the diaspora, fulfilling promises made in Leviticus and Jeremiah that He would not reject His people even in exile. The message connects this historical deliverance to the broader theological narrative of Romans 9-11, asserting that God's covenants with Israel remain irrevocable and that the church, as grafted-in Gentiles, must maintain humility and pray for Israel's ultimate salvation. The sermon concludes by pointing to the future national turning of Israel to Jesus Christ, presenting Purim as a foreshadowing of the greater redemption and eternal reign of the Messiah. #holy #faith #esther #covenant #israel #faithfulness Visit Benoni Bible Church: www.benonibiblechurch.co.za Address: 149 President Brand Rd, Rynfield, Benoni - view on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oag383xq3U2b7RQN6 Copyright © 2026, Benoni Bible Church. All rights reserved.

Because we are completely dependent upon God - in all things, but particularly in salvation - God alone receives all of the glory in our redemption, deliverance, and salvation...it's all to the praise of His glorious grace.

Scripture Reading: Ephesians 2: 1-10; James 2: 14-25 Confessional Reading: Lord's Day 1B The Triune God comforts us through a three-fold knowledge 1. The knowledge of our sin and misery 2. The knowledge of our deliverance 3. The knowledge of our thankfulness

In time of trouble God is the one to whom his people go. There are times when we feel our prayers are going nowhere, but God hears. We see in Psalm 28 David's distress, the damnation of the ungodly, and the deliverance God gives his people.

This expository sermon explores the call of Gideon in Judges 6, emphasizing that God selects individuals for service based on His grace rather than human capability. The central message encourages believers to heed God's call by trusting in His presence, which transforms human weakness into strength and secures victory. Key themes include the necessity of a personal encounter with God, the imperative to remove idolatry and sin from one's life, and the strengthening of faith through divine assurance. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, urging the audience to overcome feelings of inadequacy and fear by relying on God's enabling power. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a step of faith in obedience, trusting that God prepares and empowers those He sends on mission.