God saves us in such a way that we have nothing to boast in except for Christ.

Canons of Dort Fifth Head of Doctrine - The Perseverance of the Saints Article 6: God does not change His purpose of election and allow sinners to utterly fall away by withdrawing His Holy Spirit, thus allowing them to fall into everlasting destruction. But God, who is rich in mercy, according to His unchangeable purpose of election, does not wholly withdraw the Holy Spirit from His own people even in their grievous falls; nor suffers them to proceed so far as to lose the grace of adoption and forfeit the state of justification, or to commit the sin unto death or against the Holy Spirit; nor does He permit them to be totally deserted, and to plunge themselves into everlasting destruction.

The sermon emphasizes the unique privilege believers have to approach God's throne through Jesus Christ, highlighting that access is granted solely by faith in Him. It warns against performative prayer motivated by human approval, urging instead for sincere worship and a contrite heart. The preacher encourages persistent prayer, using the parable of the unjust judge to illustrate God's readiness to answer His elect who cry out continually. Additionally, the message clarifies that while the Holy Spirit intercedes when words fail, effective prayer requires directing petitions specifically to the true God rather than engaging in empty religious rituals. Ultimately, the text calls believers to prioritize genuine communion with God over mere routine, trusting in His sovereign care and healing power.

This lesson is part of an ongoing verse by verse study through the epistle of Romans. It was taught in the adult Bible class of Grace Baptist of Ruston Louisiana.

Does the sovereignty of God in salvation hinder evangelism? Discover how we are Sustained By Sovereignty in this 2 Timothy 2:8-13 sermon. Many claim that believing in the doctrine of election weakens our drive for missions. However, the Apostle Paul demonstrates that resting in the absolute kingship of Christ actually fuels our boldness. In this expository message from 2 Timothy 2, Pastor Richard Caldwell explains how Paul was willing to endure imprisonment because he knew the Word of God cannot be bound. The Lord effectually calls His elect through the faithful proclamation of biblical truth. True rugged devotion requires a profound trust in the perfect faithfulness of God. Even when we face temporary setbacks or severe persecution, we can rest assured that God's saving purpose will march on to eternal glory. Key Biblical Takeaways: - The unbinding power of Scripture: While messengers of the gospel may face physical imprisonment, the Word of God remains unrestrained and actively accomplishes His sovereign purposes. - The sure guarantee of salvation: God has an elect people who will certainly be gathered in time through the faithful preaching of the gospel of Jesus Christ. - The purpose of Christian endurance: Suffering for the sake of the gospel is worthwhile because it is the ordained means by which God brings His elect into eternal union with Christ. - The unchanging faithfulness of God: Our God cannot be untrue to Himself or His saving plan, guaranteeing that His purposes will triumph regardless of human unfaithfulness.

I. God's Authority II. God's Purpose III. Our Response

This sermon was preached on August 30, 2026 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Pastor Zachary Groff preached this sermon entitled "Condemnation of Criminal Negligence" on Exodus 21:28-36. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected].