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This kids message explores the Seventh Commandment through the lens of faithfulness, using reserved seats as an illustration for marital exclusivity and spiritual devotion. It connects the call for husbands and wives to remain faithful to one another with the broader biblical theme of God's covenant love for His people. The message emphasizes that while humans often fail in their fidelity, Jesus remains perfectly faithful to the church despite human unfaithfulness. This divine constancy serves as both a model for human relationships and a source of comfort and forgiveness for believers. Ultimately, the teaching urges all ages to practice faithfulness in heart, word, and action, reflecting Christ's sacrificial love.

As believers in the Lord Jesus Christ, we rejoice in the salvation and forgiveness of sins we have received. While we once stood guilty before a holy God, His grace has redeemed us through the perfect atonement of His Son, Jesus. Please listen as Brother Mike expounds on "The Atonement of Christ." May this message bless and strengthen your heart...

The sermon examines James 4:17 to expose the hidden weight of guilt found in sins of omission, arguing that failing to do known good is as serious as actively committing evil. It defines sin through the lens of original and actual transgression, illustrating how neglecting divine commands creates a profound spiritual burden. The preacher outlines three key aspects of this doctrine: the knowledge of God's will, the resulting obligation to obey, and the inherent sinfulness of disobedience. By highlighting specific failures such as lacking love for God or refusing to repent, the text emphasizes that greater revelation leads to greater accountability. Ultimately, the message points believers to Jesus Christ as the only substitute who fulfilled all righteousness, offering hope and forgiveness for those burdened by their own inaction.

1. The look of Forgiveness 2. The Lack of Forgiveness 3. The Lord of Forgiveness

PM sermons are preceded by a Confessional, Catechism, Historic Creed lesson, or a lesson from the NT (Usually 5 minutes or so) WLC Q171: How are they that receive the sacrament of the Lord's supper to prepare themselves before they come unto it? A171: They that receive the sacrament of the Lord's supper are, before they come, to prepare themselves thereunto, by examining themselves of their being in Christ, of their sins and wants; of the truth and measure of their knowledge, faith, repentance; love to God and the brethren, charity to all men, forgiving those that have done them wrong; of their desires after Christ, and of their new obedience; and by renewing the exercise of these graces, by serious meditation, and fervent prayer. Q172: May one who doubteth of his being in Christ, or of his due preparation, come to the Lord's supper? A172: One who doubteth of his being in Christ, or of his due preparation to the sacrament of the Lord's supper, may have true interest in Christ, though he be not yet assured thereof; and in God's account hath it, if he be duly affected with the apprehension of the want of it, and unfeignedly desires to be found in Christ, and to depart from iniquity: in which case (because promises are made, and this sacrament is appointed, for the relief even of weak and doubting Christians) he is to bewail his unbelief, and labor to have his doubts resolved; and, so doing, he may and ought to come to the Lord's supper, that he may be further strengthened. 1 Cor 11:27 Therefore whoever eats this bread or drinks this cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord. 28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat...

Pastor McKinnon continues his sermon series on Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well, emphasizing that salvation is a free gift of God's grace rather than something earned by religious observance or good works. He highlights the metaphor of living water to describe the internal, transformative work of the Holy Spirit that brings eternal life and satisfies the soul's deepest longing for God. Pastor McKinnon contrasts this true spiritual satisfaction with the emptiness of worldly pursuits and external religion, urging believers to recognize their complete sufficiency in Christ. For those outside the faith, the message serves as a convicting call to acknowledge their sin and ask for the Savior who offers forgiveness and new life.

Sunday evening service, looking at the Heidelberg Catechism, or the Orthodox Catechism, Lord's Day 7 - #20-22 Q. ARE ALL MEN THEN SAVED BY CHRIST AS THEY PERISHED IN ADAM? A. No, only those who by true faith are grafted into him and receive all his benefits. Q. WHAT IS TRUE FAITH? A. True faith is not only a sure knowledge whereby I hold for truth all that God has revealed to us in his word; but also a hearty trust, which the Holy Spirit works in me by the gospel, that not only to others, but to me also, forgiveness of sins, everlasting righteousness and salvation are freely given by God, merely of Grace, only for the sake of Christ merits. Q. WHAT MUST A CHRISTIAN BELIEVE? A. Everything that is promised to us in the gospel, as summarized briefly in The Apostles' Creed – the catholic and undoubted confession of faith of all true Christians.

Matthew 18:21–35 teaches that those forgiven by God must forgive others. Peter's attempt to limit forgiveness is shattered by Christ's command of boundless mercy. The king's cancellation of an unpayable debt pictures grace alone in Christ, while the servant's refusal to forgive reveals an unchanged heart. Forgiveness does not earn salvation, but it does evidence it. Believers, resting in justification by faith alone, must extend mercy because they have received immeasurable mercy.