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Ezekiel 33:11 'Say unto them, As I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?' The sermon centres on Ezekiel 33:11, emphasising God's solemn oath that He takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires their repentance. The preacher defines the wicked not by societal standards but by God's holy standard, asserting that all humanity falls under this category due to sin. Central to the message is the urgent call for a radical change of mind and action, illustrated through biblical examples like Noah and the Prodigal Son. The text highlights God's long-suffering patience as He urges sinners to turn from their evil ways before it is too late. Ultimately, the sermon presents Jesus Christ as the only refuge for those who flee to Him in faith, offering forgiveness and eternal life instead of judgment.

Surveying the mighty works of a gracious God, we pause to consider the blessing of redemption through Christ's blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of God's grace. This is a blessing purchased by Christ, and so possessed by the saints, and sweetly portrayed by the apostle, under the Spirit's influence.

Do you see Christ's great exposure of sinners and their sin? Do you see the distinct fruit of the hearts of these two sons? An important question for you this morning is- Which son are you? Do you bear the fruit of saving grace, the fruit of repentance? Or do you have a hard heart that rejects John's call, that truly rejects Christ's call in the Gospel to believe and trust in Him, to turn from your sin, and unto Him alone for your salvation and forgiveness, then desiring to follow and obey the King?

This sermon explores the nature of true repentance through an exposition of Psalm 51, emphasizing that genuine contrition requires acknowledging the filthiness of sin while simultaneously apprehending God's mercy. The preacher outlines three essential components of this spiritual process: recognizing personal guilt, trusting in divine forgiveness, and applying the atoning blood of Christ for purification. By analysing David's prayer, the text illustrates how believers must move beyond superficial regret to a deep, personal confession that leads to faith in Jesus' sacrificial death. The message underscores that salvation is not achieved through human effort but through the cleansing power of Christ's blood, which washes the soul completely clean. Finally, the sermon calls listeners to embrace this gospel truth and share the hope of redemption with others.

This sermon examines Genesis 3:1-11 to illustrate humanity's fallen state and the necessity of divine grace for salvation. The preacher explains that Adam and Eve's disobedience resulted in spiritual death, guilt, and an inability to cover their sin through human effort, symbolized by their fig leaves. God's question, "Where are you?" serves as a convicting call for individuals to recognize their separation from Him and their need for a Savior. The message highlights God's mercy in providing the first substitutionary sacrifice and promising a coming Redeemer who would defeat Satan. Ultimately, the sermon urges listeners to abandon self-righteousness and place their faith solely in Jesus Christ for forgiveness and eternal life.

This sermon examines two miracles recorded in Luke chapter five to demonstrate the divinity and authority of Jesus Christ. The preacher analyzes the healing of a leper and the paralytic lowered through the roof, highlighting how these acts fulfilled the Law while revealing Jesus' power to forgive sins. By confronting the Pharisees with questions about His identity, the text establishes that only God possesses the authority to cleanse physical disease and absolve spiritual guilt. The message emphasizes the necessity of persistent faith and the call for believers to share their testimonies of salvation. Ultimately, the sermon affirms Jesus as the Messiah who came to seek and save the lost.

Who Is Jesus? (Matthew 16:15-17) The sermon centers on the pivotal question posed by Jesus to his disciples: who do you say that I am? It argues that worldly opinions are insufficient and that one must recognize Jesus as the eternal Son of God, validated by Old Testament prophecies and divine testimony. The speaker emphasizes that humanity's core problem is sin and guilt, which cannot be resolved by good works but only through faith in Christ's sacrificial death. True faith requires a personal confession of Jesus as Lord and Savior, leading to spiritual transformation and forgiveness. The message concludes with an urgent call for individuals to trust in Jesus alone for salvation and eternal life.

Joseph shows us in this passage what true forgiveness is. I. TRUE FORGIVENESS SEEKS CONCILIATION, NOT REVENGE (1-5) II. TRUE FORGIVENESS SEES THE CONCLUSION, NOT THE RUIN (5-8) III. TRUE FORGIVENESS SHOWS CHARITY, NOT RESENTMENT (9-24)

This sermon examines Leviticus 20 to explore the relationship between God's moral law, justice, and love. The preacher explains that while the text details severe punishments for transgressions against family and religious covenant, these laws ultimately reveal the seriousness of sin rather than promoting a theology of fear. The central message emphasizes that obedience should stem from love for God, who sanctifies His people, rather than merely avoiding retribution. By contrasting the wages of sin with the free gift of eternal life in Christ, the sermon highlights Jesus as the only means of escape from divine wrath. The conclusion calls listeners to flee to the cross for forgiveness and to live lives of holiness grounded in faith.