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Elder Bill Boney's study class in the Book of Psalms

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Mountains 3:38 Romans 5:9–11 Scripture Reading 4:52 Much More Being Reconciled 12:11 Justification by His Blood 19:05 Deliverance from Wrath 27:39 Reconciliation of Enemies 39:28 Security of the Reconciled 48:31 The Joy of the Reconciled 58:59 The Atonement Received 1:06:12 Salvation Secure in Christ

This sermon examines the transition from the period of the Judges to the early monarchy, focusing on Samuel's role as a prophet who calls Israel to genuine repentance rather than mere military victory. The central message highlights that God's chastening of His people through the loss of the Ark and the threat of the Philistines serves to expose the depth of their idolatry and spiritual decay. Samuel's intercession and the people's corporate response—putting away foreign gods and serving the Lord alone—demonstrate that true revival requires a transformation of the heart, not just external ritual. The narrative culminates in the divine victory at Mizpah, where God's thunder confounds the enemy, leading Samuel to set up the stone of Ebenezer as a memorial of God's help. This account serves as a timeless reminder that God's glory is preserved even when His people stumble, and that faithful reliance on His Word and presence brings deliverance from spiritual and physical enemies.

This sermon examines the life of Isaac in Genesis 26 to illustrate that while God's covenant promises are passed down through generations, personal faith cannot be inherited. The preacher highlights the recurring pattern of divine blessing amidst conflict, noting that Isaac faced similar trials to Abraham, such as the lie about his wife and disputes over wells, yet remained faithful to God's specific instructions. The text uses the imagery of wells being stopped up by enemies as a metaphor for spiritual warfare, where each generation faces unique cultural obstacles that seek to block access to the living water of Jesus Christ. The message urges parents and the church to actively contend for the faith by teaching the old, old story, ensuring that the next generation has clear access to salvation rather than relying on their parents' belief. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a renewed commitment to share the gospel clearly and personally, recognizing that every individual must make their own decision to trust in Christ. Questions: Why does Isaac repeat so many of Abraham's mistakes in Genesis 26? Why did Isaac lie and say Rebekah was his sister? Why does Genesis 26 repeat so much of Abraham's story? Can children inherit their parents' faith? Does being raised in a Christian home make you a Christian? What does Genesis 26 teach about generational patterns? Are generational curses biblical? Why did God tell Isaac not to go down to Egypt during the famine? Did God give Isaac the same covenant He gave Abraham? Did God's promise to Abraham continue through Isaac? What did Isaac inherit from Abraham besides his possessions? Why did God bless Isaac even after Isaac lied?

This sermon examines Psalm 60, exploring how King David responds to military defeat by turning to God rather than relying on his own strength. The central message emphasizes that while believers may experience trials or feel cast off, they are secure under the banner of God's truth and are viewed as His beloved. The exposition contrasts human self-reliance with divine sovereignty, illustrating that God uses difficulties to foster humility and dependence on Him. By referencing the secured inheritance described in 1 Peter, the message affirms that no spiritual enemy can steal the salvation won by Christ. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to find confidence in God's control over history and their eternal destiny, trusting that He alone brings true victory.

This sermon examines Psalm 58 as a profound expression of the Christian hope for divine justice, addressing the tension between loving one's enemies and longing for God's judgment against wickedness. The text argues that imprecatory prayers are not acts of personal revenge but are consistent with the biblical mandate to leave vengeance to God, as seen in the teachings of Paul and the eschatological promises of Revelation. By analyzing the doctrine of original sin and the corruption of human authority, the message emphasizes that human justice is inherently flawed and that believers must trust in God's sovereign providence to ultimately overthrow evil. The sermon encourages Christians to respond to societal corruption and injustice with righteous outrage and fervent prayer, rather than political revolution or personal retaliation. Ultimately, it presents the future judgment of the wicked as a source of comfort and assurance for the righteous, affirming that God is the ultimate judge who will render perfect justice on earth.

Death without doubt is the enemy of man. Here is how Christ has removed its sting and turned it into a welcome friend for everyone who trust in him.

Psalm 27 is David's description that Yahweh is light, salvation, and stronghold, so he need not fear surrounding enemies while he seeks to dwell in the Lord's house, gaze on His beauty, and wait for His deliverance. There were technical difficulties with this recording, so the video may freeze, and the audio may skip around. It did not capture the full recording.

The sermon examines Revelation 20:1-6 to argue that Satan's binding signifies a definitive shift in spiritual authority following Christ's resurrection and ascension. By contrasting the defeat of the beast and false prophet with the vindication of the martyrs, the message asserts that the enemy's power to deceive the nations has been legally restrained, allowing the gospel to advance without the previous demonic interference. The preacher emphasizes that this binding is not merely a future event but a present reality that secures the sovereignty of Christ over all earthly and heavenly powers. This theological framework provides comfort to believers, assuring them that the second death has no power over those who reign with Christ in the intermediate state. The tone is pastoral and encouraging, urging the congregation to face persecution and death with boldness, knowing that their ultimate victory is guaranteed by the finished work of Jesus.