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Do you know who is Doubting Thomas actually is, in scripture? You and I are much like him in so many respects.

This sermon emphasizes the necessity of unwavering faith in God's provision, particularly in the face of financial pressure and spiritual warfare. It challenges the congregation to shift their trust from human organizations or circumstances to God alone, citing Philippians 4:19 and the examples of Old Testament figures in Hebrews 11. The speaker argues that without faith, it is impossible to please God, and that believers must actively declare God's promises over their lives rather than succumbing to fear or doubt. By illustrating how faith sustains the universe and overcomes impossible odds, the message calls for a collective stand of prayer and confidence in God's ability to meet every need. The tone is urgent and pastoral, urging the community to reject division and weakness by embracing the power of faith to secure their future and fulfill their mission.

The sermon explores the theological significance of the fifth and sixth seals in Revelation, focusing on the cry of the martyred saints for justice and the subsequent cosmic upheaval accompanying Christ's return. It emphasizes that while the unrepentant face the terrifying reality of God's wrath, believers find profound assurance in the finished work of Christ, who has borne that wrath on their behalf. The preacher contrasts the sensationalism of speculative end-times theories with the sufficiency of Scripture, urging the congregation to trust in the objective truth of God's Word for their salvation. By highlighting the sovereignty of God over history and the ultimate triumph of the Lamb, the message offers comfort to those struggling with doubt, reminding them that their identity is secure in Christ rather than in their own feelings or circumstances.

Jesus Christ is the Rock of our salvation. He is always just a prayer away. Listen as we draw out of Psalm 61 the times when we need to get to the Rock.

This sermon explores the spiritual journey of Thomas as depicted in John 20, tracing his progression from absence to doubt and finally to confession. It emphasizes that while Thomas is often remembered for his skepticism, his story begins with isolation from the gathered church and ends with a profound declaration of Jesus' divinity. The message encourages believers to overcome despondency and unbelief by actively participating in corporate worship, where the presence of Christ is most powerfully manifested. It highlights that the evidence for faith is sufficient in Scripture and the testimony of the church, challenging listeners to trust in the unseen Christ rather than demanding personal miracles. Ultimately, the sermon affirms that those who believe without seeing are blessed, possessing a life in Christ that surpasses all worldly wealth and power.

1 John 3:19-24

The Canons of Dort The Fifth Head of Doctrine – The Perseverance of the Saints ARTICLE 11 – Believers struggle with various carnal doubts and do not always feel the full force of this assurance, but God will never tempt them above their ability to bear it, but makes for them a way of escape; also the Holy Spirit works assurance in us. The Scripture moreover testifies that believers in this life have to struggle with various carnal doubts, and that under grievous temptations they do not always feel this full assurance of faith and certainty of persevering. But God, who is the Father of all consolation, does not suffer them to be tempted above that they are able, but will with the temptation make also the way of escape, that they may be able to endure it (I Cor. 10:13), and by the Holy Spirit again inspires them with the comfortable assurance of persevering.

The sermon examines the theological implications of the serpent's initial question in Genesis 3, arguing that Satan's primary tactic was to introduce doubt regarding the authority and reliability of God's command. By shifting the burden of proof from the believer to God, the temptation replaces settled confidence in divine truth with individual judgment and pragmatic reasoning. This dynamic is contrasted with the eternal nature of God's moral law, which reflects His unchanging character, unlike ceremonial laws that serve specific historical purposes. The preacher warns that this foundational shift toward skepticism mirrors the modern cultural hostility toward biblical authority, where the default position often denies the truth of Scripture. Ultimately, the message calls for humility and unwavering trust in God's word, contrasting the rationalizing pride of King Saul with the repentant humility of King David.