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Why do you doubt? The gift of belief casts off all deception and clings to the certain victory of Jesus Christ.

The sermon explores the Great Commission in Matthew 28, emphasizing that Jesus possesses all authority and calls believers to act as His ambassadors. It addresses the reality of doubt among disciples, encouraging them to rely on Christ's power rather than their own strength when sharing the gospel. The message outlines a fourfold mission: going into the world, teaching all nations, baptizing believers, and fostering obedience through discipleship. It stresses that evangelism must begin inwardly with personal assurance and extend outward to one's family, circle of influence, and the global community. Ultimately, the preacher urges the congregation to rest in Jesus' constant presence and authority as they fulfill this divine mandate.

Was Judas a devil from the beginning, or was he chosen, sent out with power against unclean spirits, and trusted with the bag? Ask how eleven men who had walked with him for three years could not pick him out of the room when the betrayer was named. He cast out devils, he preached the kingdom, and he fell; a man cannot betray his Lord unless He was his Lord. Then the disciples looked one on another, doubting of whom he spake.

--AI Generated Summarization "This sermon on Romans 8:18-32 emphasizes the believer's assurance that God is truly for His people. The preacher explains that while Christians may sometimes doubt God's love during seasons of suffering, hardship, or spiritual dryness, such doubts are answered by the gospel itself. Paul points to the ultimate proof of God's benevolence: He did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us all. If God willingly sacrificed Christ to save sinners, believers can be confident that He will not withhold anything necessary for their salvation and ultimate good. The sermon contrasts sinful doubt with Abraham's faith in Genesis 22, encouraging Christians to trust God's character even when they do not understand His providence. The central message is that God's unchanging love, grace, and purpose are demonstrated most clearly in Christ's sacrifice, giving believers confidence that God is working all things for their good and will bring them to final glorification." Outline: "Confidence in the Judgement" Romans 8:33 1. The Question Asked 2. The Obvious Answer A. From Life in General B. From the Christian life C. From the demand for absolute holiness D. From the heart's reaction 3. The Question as Rhetorical A. "God's elect" B. Without a meritorious basis C. Made uncondemnable 4. The Comforting Answer A. God has already "justified" B. God has clothed us in Christ Conclusion: How do YOU answer the obvious charges against you?

Mr. Tom Adams, PCC Worship Director, brings the message from God's Holy Word. He continues the series titled "Serious Questions". Today's sermon is titled "A Question About Faith". It is based on the New Testament Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 14, verses 22-33 (Matthew 14:22-33). Open up a Bible and get ready to follow along! Please let us know if you have chosen to follow Jesus after viewing or listening to this sermon! We want to welcome you to the family of God and give you a Bible and pray with and for you! If you don't have a Bible, we will be glad to give you one! Everyone should have their own copy of God's Word. If you have a need for prayer, please contact our church office. People on our prayer and ministry teams would be glad to pray with and for you! Our contact information can be found on our website at https://pittsfordcc.org/

DAY 7 — LOVE BELIEVES THE BEST. [LOVE DOES NOT IGNORE THE BAD—IT CHOOSES NOT TO LIVE THERE] 1 CORINTHIANS 13:7 KJV Love sees faults honestly, but it refuses to make those faults the whole story. Biblical love chooses to dwell on what is true, honorable, good, and praiseworthy, while dealing with weaknesses through grace, prayer, and hope.If you have been spending too much time in the Depreciation Room— IT IS TIME TO WALK BACK INTO THE APPRECIATION ROOM. Remember what is good. Speak what is good. Thank God for what is good. And pray about what still needs His grace.

Since none of us were alive to witness the beginning of time and the world in which we live, whatever we believe about the origin of this planet and life itself we must take by faith! Those who do not believe in an intelligent creator must believe that everything we see is a product of chance and time! That nothing somehow produced everything we see out of nothing; that a chaotic explosion somehow produced order; and that non-life produced life and from that life evolved man. Those who believe in creation by God believe in the existence of an intelligent designer, an uncaused being that created everything out of nothing, that so designed this earth to support life, and that He Himself is the source of life. Life produced life! And God created the animals and man as fully functioning, living beings capable of reproducing after their kind. This too we take by faith, but it is not blind faith. For the evidence from the natural world proves beyond a reasonable doubt the existence of an intelligent designer. This message looks at the evidence in answering four questions: How did the world come into existence? How finely tuned is this planet to support life? What is the source of life? And did we all evolve from a common ancestor? Even with all the evidence, we by faith believe that the worlds were framed by the word of God!

The sermon establishes the church as the unified body of Christ, composed of all believers regardless of background, rather than a collection of separate local assemblies. Drawing primarily from 1 Corinthians 12 and Ephesians 4, it emphasizes that every individual is a necessary member placed by God for a specific function within this spiritual organism. The preacher argues against self-doubt or elitism, asserting that each person's unique gifts are essential for the health and growth of the whole. Mutual care, love, and humility are presented as the vital forces that bind the body together and enable it to bear burdens effectively. Ultimately, the church grows not through leadership alone but through the active participation and edifying love of every member.

1. You can doubt that you are a Christian and, at the same time, still be a Christian 2. God's Spirit uses God's Word to deal with your doubts about your salvation

This sermon examines the life of Sarah to illustrate key principles of Christian faith, emphasizing that true belief requires active obedience and trust in God's timing. The speaker highlights how fear can lead to poor decisions and negative consequences for oneself and others, urging believers to rely on God rather than human anxiety. Despite Sarah's moments of doubt and impatience which resulted in significant family conflict, the message affirms that even weak faith is rewarded when focused on God's power. The central theme underscores that failure is not final because God remains faithful to His promises regardless of human imperfection. Ultimately, the sermon encourages listeners to maintain hope and trust in God's ability to accomplish the impossible in their own lives.