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Luke 23:40 "But the other answering rebuked him, saying, Dost not thou fear God, seeing thou art in the same condemnation?" This sermon examines the narrative of the two thieves crucified alongside Jesus, focusing on the rhetorical question, "Do you not fear God?" The central message urges listeners to evaluate their spiritual state in light of three realities: the sinful life they have lived, the inevitable death they must face, and the eternal consequences they will endure. It emphasises that salvation is by grace through faith rather than works, illustrating that it is never too late to turn to Christ, yet one should not presume on future mercy if the heart remains hardened. The text refutes the doctrine of soul sleep by asserting that the redeemed soul immediately enters paradise upon death, while the unrepentant face immediate torment. The tone is solemn and convicting, challenging the audience to respond to God's call before it is too late.

The Reason for Forgiveness. [THE GOD WHO WILL NOT FORGET YOU!] [Redeemed, Remembered, and Restored!] Isaiah 43:1–7, 21–25 (KJV) God forgives His people because of His grace, mercy, and redeeming love—not because they have earned His forgiveness.Through the prophet Isaiah, God spoke to His people during a time of spiritual failure and uncertainty. Although Israel had repeatedly fallen short of God's commands, the Lord reminded them that they belonged to Him and that His redeeming love had not failed.Our worth is not determined by worldly possessions, accomplishments, or the opinions of others. Our lives find their true purpose in knowing, honoring, and glorifying God.

This morning Dr. Andre Schoeffler continues his series through the book The Joy in Fearing God by Jerry Bridges.

The speaker addresses the inevitable reality of Christian suffering—dubbed "the painful component"—explaining that while believers naturally embrace teachings on heaven, salvation, and the Bible, pain is often met with resistance. Drawing from scriptural examples and the suffering of Christ, the message frames hardship not as a punishment, but as a divine tool designed to purge away what is unimportant, provide a platform to follow in Jesus' footsteps, offer an opportunity to deepen trust in God, and serve as a powerful testimony rather than a source of paralyzing fear.

This sermon explores the conditional promises found in Proverbs chapter two, emphasizing that spiritual growth requires active engagement with God's Word. The speaker outlines a four-step process: receiving God's words, hiding them in the heart to protect them from the enemy, inclining the ear to wisdom, and applying the heart to understanding. Through vivid analogies and personal testimony, the message challenges believers to move beyond passive faith and pursue a deeper, more intimate relationship with Christ. The tone is convicting yet encouraging, urging the congregation to seek wisdom with the same intensity they pursue material needs. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a reverent fear of the Lord and a commitment to investing in eternal things, promising that those who diligently seek understanding will find the knowledge of God.

What does it mean to submit to one another in the fear of God? In Ephesians 5:21, we learn that Spirit-filled submission is essential to how Christians live, serve, and care for one another in the local church. Our sinful nature resists surrendering our own priorities, but the Holy Spirit works in believers to produce humility and willing submission. This sermon examines what biblical submission means, why Christians are called to prioritize the needs of the body of Christ, and how mutual encouragement, correction, and care help the church grow in spiritual maturity. Ultimately, our submission to one another is motivated by the fear of God, who established the church for His glory and our spiritual growth.