Sovereign Mercy

The Bible's teaching on God's election can be difficult to understand. It often raises questions, if not objections, that it is unfair or just makes us into robots. It seems Paul has heard these objections before because he answers them in this passage.

Has God Failed?

Why do some people believe the gospel, while others reject it? Ultimately this question pushes us to consider the doctrine of God's election. That's where Paul goes in Romans 9. This is a deep subject. But understanding it opens up some wonderful vistas into the gospel of grace.

Eternally Secure

For those who trust in Christ our eternal security is guaranteed. Romans 8 concludes with a celebration of our security by testing it against our deepest fears. Is there anyone or anything that can seperate us from the love of God? When we look at the cross of Christ, we have a sure answer.

All Things for Good

Romans 8:28 is one of the most loved verses in the Bible. We love the thought that for those who love God all things work together for good. But what is the good that God is working for? How can we see it in our lives, especially when things are not good?

Groaning & Glory

The pattern of Jesus’ life was suffering before glory. To belong to Christ is to share that same pattern. This makes us the question if it’s worth it. Will the future glory outweigh present sufferings? This passage answers that question by showing us the weight of glory, the hope of glory and the help to glory.

Our Help & Hope

Where do you turn for help and hope? We naturally turn to those with the power, ability and resources to help. But this Psalm shows us that true and lasting help can only be found in the God who feeds the hungry and opens the eyes of the blind.

Giving Thanks

We were created to worship and serve the God who made us. This Psalm shows us that the enjoyment of worship can only be found in thanksgiving. When we embrace who God is and what he is like toward us in the gospel, that fills us with a deep gratitude that overflows into praise. 

Holy is He

To truely know God we need to know that he is holy. This Psalm celebrates God's holiness from three perspectives: God's greatness, God's righteousness and God's graciousness. When we know God in this way, understanding gives way to worship.

The Spirit of Adoption

“All who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.” This sermon explores how the Holy Spirit works in our lives - how he leads us into killing sin, guarantees the status of sonship, and enables us to enjoy all the privileges of being children of God.

The Spirit of Life

Since everyone who belongs to Christ has the Holy Spirit dwelling in them, what difference does he make? This sermon explores three aspects of assurance provided by the Holy Spirit: the certainty of no condemnation, a new mindset focused on the things of the Spirit, and the confidence of final victory.