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We must continually seek God's forgiveness for our sins, acknowledging our debt, while also extending genuine forgiveness to others as Christ has forgiven us.

Do not be so fast to throw stones at people who are just as guilty as you. Instead, show them the love of Jesus.

This sermon looks at King David's kindness and mercy toward the heir of Jonathon as a picture of God's Sovereign grace and mercy toward all those He chose in the everlasting covenant of grace.

This sermon explores the critical role of forgiveness in biblical counseling, positioning it alongside the loving sovereignty of God as a foundational remedy for the soul. The speaker defines forgiveness not as an emotional state but as a deliberate choice to cease using past sins against another person and to pursue reconciliation. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of sincere repentance, distinguishing true confession from superficial apologies, and highlights that refusing to forgive indicates a lack of genuine faith. The message encourages believers to embrace their hurts as part of God's sovereign plan for sanctification while actively working to restore broken relationships within the church community.

Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 16 Article 7 When we think about justice and mercy, how can we bring both into our relationships with those around us? And when we must choose between the two, when is it right to give justice? When is it right to give mercy? The sermon explores the theological distinction between good works performed by unregenerate individuals and those pleasing to God, emphasizing that true goodness requires a heart purified by faith. It then transitions to an exegesis of 2 Samuel 19, analyzing King David's complex return to power and his interactions with former enemies like Shimei and Mephibosheth. The preacher highlights the tension between justice and mercy, noting that while David chooses forgiveness over retribution, the process of reconciliation remains inherently messy and imperfect. This narrative serves as a foil for the perfect resolution found in Christ, who simultaneously satisfies divine justice and extends grace on the cross. Ultimately, the message encourages believers to seek wisdom in applying mercy within their own broken relationships while anticipating the final restoration of all things.

This sermon addresses the sanctity of human life from conception, arguing that abortion constitutes the unjustified taking of innocent life made in God's image. The preacher emphasizes that God actively forms and knows each individual in the womb, citing Scripture to refute the notion that a fetus is merely a cluster of cells. While condemning the practice as murder and highlighting its prevalence, the message also extends profound pastoral care to those burdened by guilt or facing tragic pregnancy complications. Through personal testimony and biblical exposition, the sermon encourages trust in God's sovereignty and offers assurance of forgiveness through Christ for all sins, including abortion.

The sermon explores the theme that God's plan is perfect and He never makes mistakes, using the life of Joseph as the primary illustration. It contrasts human frustration with divine sovereignty, showing how Joseph remained faithful through betrayal, slavery, and imprisonment because he trusted in God's overarching purpose. The message emphasizes that believers should respond to trials with peace and forgiveness rather than anger, recognizing that God works all things for good. By forgetting past hardships and pressing forward, individuals can align themselves with God's will and serve effectively. Ultimately, the preacher encourages the congregation to trust in God's control and find comfort in His unchanging character.