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This sermon centers on the parable of the unforgiving servant in Matthew 18, emphasizing that true salvation requires not only receiving God's forgiveness but also extending it to others and, critically, to oneself. The speaker shares a personal testimony of struggling to forgive past sins despite knowing God has already granted grace, illustrating the internal conflict between human works and divine faith. The message warns against the torment of holding onto unforgiveness, urging believers to rely on the Holy Spirit and the Word of God to work out their salvation with fear and trembling. By contrasting the king's mercy with the servant's refusal to forgive, the teaching highlights that unforgiveness is a barrier to spiritual growth and community unity. The tone is pastoral and convicting, encouraging listeners to submit to God's will, trust in His provision, and allow the transformative power of forgiveness to heal their lives.

The sermon explores the themes of trust and deliverance through the lens of Psalm 56, highlighting David's reliance on God amidst physical and spiritual opposition. It emphasizes that courage is defined by overcoming fear through faith in God's promises rather than the absence of anxiety. The message contrasts the biblical call for submission and repentance with the modern spirit of rebellion, specifically critiquing contemporary Christian culture for attempting to reshape Christ to fit worldly standards. By drawing parallels between David's enemies and the deceptive nature of Satan, the text urges believers to maintain discernment and stand firm on the Word. Ultimately, it presents salvation as the foundation for daily confidence, asserting that the God who delivers the soul from death will also protect and sustain believers in their temporal lives.

Is fear of what is to come a motivation for changing your life? We should be afraid of what is to come, a time of judgment on the earth.

How active is your faith? Faith in God's deliverance is actively founded in His nature, and is unmoved by the events of the world and rebellion of men.

1. The preparation that is required; 2. the perfection that is required; 3. The fear that is required.

Dr. Andre Schoeffler explores the inseparable link between fearing the Lord and trusting Him, arguing that true confidence in God's providence stems from a deep reverence for His infinite greatness.

Devil's schemes are overcome 1. The folly of the devil's schemes is overcome 2. The force of the devil's schemes is overcome 3. The fear from the devil's schemes is overcome

As Christians, we should all know how to get "saved". It's our faith in what Jesus did for us. His blood paid for all our sins. He was crucified on the cross, died and was buried in a tomb. Three days later He rose from the dead. This is our Gospel for today. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4 as revealed to Paul by Jesus Himself. BUT...why did you get saved? What led you to believe? Fear of hell? Desire of heaven? Personal Crisis? You realized you had no place else to go? Answering this question may be harder than you think. Reminder, not asking "how" but "why".

The sermon examines the definition and presentation of the gospel by analyzing two distinct apostolic messages found in Acts. It contrasts Peter's address to Cornelius, a God-fearing Gentile, with Paul's speech to the philosophers in Athens, highlighting how the core truth of Jesus Christ is communicated differently based on the audience's background. The central message emphasizes that the gospel is not merely a moral lesson but the declaration of God's work in Jesus, who is Lord of all and the appointed judge of the living and the dead.

Three Secrets of Well Diggers Genesis 26:1–33 Worship • Witness • Wells Revival is not about finding a new fountain but removing whatever hinders the living water of Jesus from flowing through our lives. This message explores the life of Isaac and the example of his father Abraham to reveal three essential characteristics of a revived believer: a life of worship, an authentic witness, and a commitment to helping others experience the life-giving grace of God. Abraham's pattern of building altars, pitching tents, and digging wells illustrates a life devoted to God's presence, lived with the understanding that this world is not our permanent home, and invested in meeting the needs of others. In Genesis 26, Isaac faced a famine while carrying God's extraordinary covenant promises. Yet, despite God's assurance that He would be with him, Isaac allowed fear to influence his decisions, deceiving others about his relationship with Rebekah. His experience demonstrates how believers can possess God's promises and remain in the place He has assigned them while allowing fear, self-preservation, and worldly distractions to compromise their fellowship with Him and weaken their witness. The message identifies three secrets of well diggers: 1. The Altar — Our Worship. Like Abraham, believers must make fellowship with God their highest priority. Worship is more than attending services; it is a surrendered life shaped by God's Word, sustained by His grace, and devoted to His glory. Public service for the Lord must flow from private fellowship with Him. 2. The Tent — Our Witness. Abraham lived as a pilgrim, looking for a city whose builder and maker is God. Likewise, followers of J