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(AI Generated Summary) This study explores the theological tension between divine sovereignty and human responsibility, using the early church's understanding of God's foreknowledge of contingent events as a starting point. It argues that the doctrine of election is primarily intended to provide pastoral comfort rather than induce fear, emphasizing that God's choice to save is rooted in His eternal love rather than human merit. The central message highlights that because no human being can meet God's perfect standard of righteousness, salvation depends entirely on the imputed righteousness of Jesus Christ. This assurance is grounded in the completed work of the cross, where Christ bore the wrath of God, ensuring that nothing can separate believers from His love. The discussion concludes by encouraging believers to rest in this secure union with Christ, recognizing that their ongoing struggle with sin and desire for holiness are evidence of the Holy Spirit's work rather than grounds for doubt.

This sermon concludes an introductory series on Proverbs by defining wisdom as knowledge applied rightly and contrasting it with the three types of foolishness: the simple, the scoffer, and the stubborn. The central theological argument establishes that God alone is the source of all wisdom, as evidenced by passages in Romans, 1 Corinthians, and Colossians. The preacher emphasizes that the 'fear of the Lord' is not mere comfort but a reverent awe of God's holiness, which serves as the necessary starting point for true understanding. This attitude of reverence leads to repentance and regeneration, where God grants a clean heart and the joy of salvation. Finally, the sermon outlines the means by which wisdom is received: through God's authoritative Scripture and by asking Him in faith, without doubt, as instructed in James.

This sermon addresses the common struggle of believers who lack assurance of their salvation, using a case study to explore the root causes of such doubt. It distinguishes between the fruit of assurance and the root issues of sin and distorted views of God, emphasizing that while Christians wrestle with besetting sins, they do not willfully practice them. The teaching highlights the importance of viewing God through the lens of His steadfast love and mercy rather than solely through His justice and wrath, correcting a legalistic perspective that hinders faith. By referencing Hebrews 12 and 1 John, the message encourages believers to focus on Christ's righteousness and the work of the Holy Spirit rather than their own performance. The sermon concludes with practical steps for spiritual growth, including daily Bible engagement and reliance on the local church community to foster a secure identity in Christ.

There is no doubt Jesus is going to return, even though he promised his return some 2000 years ago. God's promises may be old, but all his promises are true, and he will bless us when those promises are fulfilled. All we need to do is continue to trust him, look to him, and follow him. A simple process, but Satan and our human nature wants to look at everything we should not look at. Be faithful to God, never look around you. Always trust the promises of Jesus. He will always keep his word.

Beloved in the Lord Jesus: Jacob was godly, but he looked and the winds and the waves and he took his eyes off of the Lord. Yes, he had met with the Lord and his angels and was recently reassured of God's call to return to Canaan. Yes, he had the support of his wives to return. Yes, God had protected from Laban. Yes, God prospered him and made him into 2 companies. But fear took over his life…again! Fear is like a recurring disease that flares up ever so often. Hear today what fear made Jacob do. Our headings are: 1. Jacob Gathers a Gift for Esau 2. Jacob Gives the Gift to Esau 3. Jacob Gets his Family Ready to Meet Esau Our goals are: That you will use God's methods to accomplish God's goals and so bring glory to Christ.

When we consider all that God has given us in Christ, we cannot doubt that He would withhold from us anything that we need. He knows best and gives best. Romans 8 unpacks the Gospel's benefits for us in seven rhetorical questions that affirm God's great love in Christ. This Sunday we'll begin with the first of these seven questions. Be sure to come this Sunday and praise the Lord for His great love for us as demonstrated in the Gospel.

This lesson has two very important things for us to learn: 1. Learn about a voice of reason. 2. Death by doubt and unbelief. Desperate people do dangerous things.

This sermon examines the insidious nature of worldly moral reasoning, tracing its roots to the temptation in the Garden of Eden where doubt replaced absolute obedience. The speaker contrasts the relativistic framework of pragmatism, which prioritizes personal benefit and consequences, with the absolute duty to trust God's character and commands. Drawing on Leviticus 18 and 2 Corinthians 6, the message emphasizes the necessity of separation from incompatible cultural thought forms to prevent the corrosion of biblical truth. While acknowledging the challenge of living within secular cultures, the sermon urges believers to take every thought captive to Christ, rejecting syncretism and maintaining a distinct moral identity grounded in Scripture.

In this sermon we look at 1) the truth that God's revealed will is that His children know that they are saved; 2) why it is that so many Christians struggle with assurance; and 3) how and why we should strive after assurance.

"What do you mean, 'If I can'?" Jesus asked. "Anything is possible if a person believes." Mark 9:23