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This sermon examines the theological weight of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit, defining it as a deliberate rejection of the Spirit's testimony that Jesus is the Messiah. The message emphasizes that while all other sins can be forgiven, this specific sin involves a hardened heart that refuses the Spirit's convicting work and attributes divine power to evil. By contrasting the historical context of the Pharisees with the present-day application, the teaching warns believers to remain sensitive to the Spirit's guidance rather than grieving or quenching Him. The tone is both convicting and pastoral, urging the audience to trust in the Holy Spirit for boldness in confession and to respond with humility to God's truth. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a posture of dependence on the Spirit, reminding listeners that the fear of committing this sin is evidence of a living faith.

"Borrowed Bread — We Know a Man Who Can." The message centers on the truth that we know a Man who can—Jesus—and everything we have becomes useful, fruitful, and sufficient when surrendered into His hands. The feeding of the multitude shows that what appears small and ordinary in our hands can become extraordinary when given to Him. The storm reveals His authority over the natural world, and the deliverance of the demoniacs demonstrates His authority over the spiritual realm. In every case, the answer is not found in human ability but in the sufficiency of Jesus. From there, the message develops the idea that we are all living on "borrowed bread." None of us truly directs our own steps or produces spiritual light, wisdom, righteousness, or strength from ourselves. Jeremiah 10 reminds us that "it is not in man who walks to direct his own steps," so the proper prayer is not merely, "Lord, fix what I'm going through," but, "Lord, correct me and prepare me for what I'm going through." We need God's light to reveal what is wrong, His grace to remove it, and His goodness to replace it. The message also emphasizes the necessity of a renewed mind and daily surrender. Romans 12 warns against being conformed to the world's blueprint—a way of living that attempts to navigate suffering, decisions, relationships, and hardship without factoring God into the equation. Instead, believers are called to present themselves as living sacrifices and allow the Lord to transform their thinking. This produces a holy "fear of missing out"—not fear of the world, but a reverent desire not to miss what God wants to teach, reveal, or accomplish in us today. A major practical truth is that the fles

1. The Lord warns us against hypocrisy (vv. 1-3) 2. The Lord encourages us to fear God not man (vv. 4-7) 3. The Lord calls us to acknowledge Him before men (vv. 8-12)

(AI Generated Summary) This sermon examines the theological purpose behind the plagues in Exodus, specifically focusing on God's command to Moses to recount these events to future generations. The central argument posits that the foundation of Israel's obedience was not their own merit but God's sovereign grace, which delivered them from slavery despite their unworthiness. By contrasting the judgment of Pharaoh and the subsequent failures of Israel with the perfect obedience of Christ, the message highlights that human partial obedience is insufficient for salvation. Instead, believers are called to rest in the finished work of Jesus, whose sinless life and atoning death provide the basis for their acceptance before God. The sermon concludes by encouraging a life of grateful service, driven by the love of God rather than fear of failure, as believers abide in Christ.

This sermon uses the narrative of the Israelite spies in Numbers 13 to illustrate the spiritual journey from bondage to the abundant life offered by God. The central message emphasizes that salvation is not merely about leaving the past but actively entering a new reality of freedom and purpose, often referred to as Canaan. The preacher identifies three primary obstacles that prevent believers from claiming this inheritance: the fear of man, the intimidation of personal 'giants' or sin, and the deceptive nostalgia for the comfort of bondage. By contrasting the negative report of the ten spies with the faith of Caleb and Joshua, the message argues that trusting in God's power rather than human limitations is essential for spiritual progress. The tone is convicting yet hopeful, urging the audience to reject the 'evil report' of their circumstances and step into the life God has prepared for them.

Sunday morning sermon, continuing in Romans 3.

This Psalm encourages us with the power of God and the comfort of God.