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Christ uses his water and blood to reunite creation 1. The Baptism of Death 2. The Reversal of Babel

Scripture Reading: Genesis 1:26-31; Hebrews 2:5-9 Text: Psalm 8 Points: 1. God's majesty displayed in his astonishing creation 2. God's majesty displayed in man's astonishing dominion

This sermon explores the biblical call for wives to submit to their husbands, specifically addressing the challenge of maintaining godly conduct when the husband is an unbeliever. The central message emphasizes that winning a spouse to Christ is achieved not through verbal persuasion or external adornment, but through the consistent observation of a pure, respectful lifestyle. The teaching contrasts temporary, external appearances with the imperishable beauty of the hidden person of the heart, which reflects the gentle and quiet spirit of Jesus Christ. By focusing on the internal transformation found in the new creation, believers demonstrate a costly and precious character that serves as a powerful witness to those around them. The tone is instructional and pastoral, encouraging women to rely on the life of Christ within them rather than their own efforts to influence their marriages.

Abraham's faithful servant found the woman God had appointed to be Isaac's wife in the previous passage, Genesis 24:1-27. His assignment is not complete, however, until he secures the agreement of her family and brings her all the way to her new home in Genesis 24:28-67. There is no doubt that the servant spent much of the return trip extolling the virtues of Isaac to Rebekah, his bride-to-be. The story reaches a climax when Isaac and Rebekah's eyes meet in verses 63 and 64, seeing one another for the first time. In a similar way, the Holy Spirit is our guide through life, helping us understand more about our Lord and Savior, and bringing us all the way to our forever home with our Beloved. We "will see Him just as He is" (1 John 3:2) and be transformed into His likeness. What a glorious day!

The sermon centers on Psalm 98, urging believers to sing a new song because God has accomplished marvelous things through His mighty arm. It highlights the theological reality that Christ has abolished death and redeemed sinners, offering a comfort that surpasses worldly pleasures or temporary relief. The message contrasts the joy of the redeemed with the impending judgment of the unrepentant, emphasizing that God has made His salvation known to all through creation, conscience, and the gospel. While acknowledging the urgency of fleeing from wrath, the tone remains pastoral and encouraging, inviting the church to rejoice in the certainty of their adoption as children of the resurrection and the ultimate victory over sin and death.

This sermon argues for the recovery of the doctrine of the Ascension as a vital, canonical, and universal Christian belief that has been neglected in modern theology. It presents six compelling reasons for this recovery, emphasizing that the Ascension exalts Christ as the successful covenant servant who inaugurated the new creation kingdom. The text highlights the practical benefits of this doctrine, including the assurance of salvation through Christ's role as a forerunner and high priest, as well as the motivation for holy living and worship. The speaker critiques theological frameworks, such as certain forms of dispensationalism, that delay Christ's reign, insisting instead that He is currently seated at the right hand of God. Ultimately, the Ascension is portrayed as the foundation for Christian confidence, comfort, and devotion, calling believers to recognize the present reality of Christ's rule.