Psalm 14 sets forth the doctrine of total depravity — the corrupt heart of man, the universal scope of sin, and the deliverance of the godly found only in Christ. The exposition draws heavily on the Apostle Paul's use of Psalm 14 in Romans 3, tracing the psalm's teaching through both Testaments and pressing its implications for how sinners are rescued. Main points: - the description of the ungodly (Psalm 14:1-3): the corruption of man's heart and practical atheism - the deliverance of the godly (Psalm 14:4-7): God's examination and the hope of Zion's salvation Scripture references: - Psalms 1; 2:1-3; 2:12; 9:17; 10:4; 10:11; 14:1-7; 15; 20; 22; 53:4-5; 98; 103; 145:17-21 - Proverbs 28:1 - Ecclesiastes 7:29 - Isaiah 55; 59:20 - Matthew 11 - John 2; 7; 15:18-16:4 - Acts 7 - Romans 1:18-32; 2; 3:1-20; 11:25-27 - Ephesians 5 Free Grace Baptist Church — https://www.freegrace.ca Full transcript & sermon notes: https://sermons.freegrace.ca/sermons/sermon-psalm-14-the-psalmists-description-of-depravity Description generated by Tyrannus.ai: https://www.tyrannus.ai

Deuteronomy 12 addresses the central sanctuary — the requirement that Israel worship God in the place he chooses, in the manner he prescribes, rather than according to pagan custom or human invention. This exposition works through four sections of the chapter, tracing the regulative principle of worship from its old covenant foundation through to its new covenant application in Hebrews 12 and 1 Timothy 3. Main points: - the exhortation concerning the conquest (verses 1–7) - the warning concerning their present conduct (verses 8–14) - the legislation concerning the killing of animals (verses 15–28) - the warning concerning false worship (verses 29–32) Scripture references: - Exodus 23:20-33; 32 - Leviticus 17 - Numbers 25 - Deuteronomy 4:24; 7:1-5; 11; 12; 27 - Joshua 22 - Romans 12:1-2 - 1 Timothy 3:14-15 - Hebrews 12:28-29 Free Grace Baptist Church — https://www.freegrace.ca Full transcript & sermon notes: https://sermons.freegrace.ca/sermons/bible-study-deuteronomy-12-the-central-sanctuary Description generated by Tyrannus.ai: https://www.tyrannus.ai

Luke 24:50–53 records the ascending Christ lifting his hands to bless his disciples at Bethany before being carried up into heaven — a scene laden with Old Testament typology, Levitical priestly imagery, and the assurance that his blessing upon his people does not cease. This full evening worship service includes the call to worship, congregational singing, prayer, Scripture reading, the sermon, and the observance of the Lord's Supper. Main points: - the place of the blessing (Luke 24:50a) - the significance of the blessing (Luke 24:50b) - the glory of the one doing the blessing (Luke 24:51–52) - the pattern of the blessed (Luke 24:53) Scripture references: - Leviticus 9:7-8; 9:15; 9:22-24 - 2 Samuel 15 - Psalms 22; 96; 130 - Zechariah 14 - Matthew 26:26-30 - Luke 24:44-53 - Acts 1; 2:42 - Ephesians 1:3 - Philippians 2:8-11 - 1 Peter 2:7 Free Grace Baptist Church — https://www.freegrace.ca Full transcript & sermon notes: https://sermons.freegrace.ca/sermons/sermon-luke-24-the-priestly-blessing-of-the-ascending-king Description generated by Tyrannus.ai: https://www.tyrannus.ai

Psalm 13 presents David's lament in two movements — his agony and petition (verses 1–4) and his refuge in God's covenant mercy (verses 5–6) — showing that biblical lament is not whining but a faith-directed cry to God. The sermon demonstrates that the psalmist's anguish over God's perceived forgetfulness and withdrawal does not collapse into despair but is carried through present distress to trust in God's steadfast love. Main points: - the lament of the psalmist (verses 1–4): his agony over the perceived forgetfulness and withdrawal of God, his struggles in his own heart, and his petition - the refuge of the psalmist (verses 5–6): resting in God's covenant mercy and rejoicing in his salvation Scripture references: - Numbers 14 - Deuteronomy 28 - Psalms 1; 2; 3; 4; 6; 7; 9; 11; 12; 13; 73; 89:46; 96; 126 - Proverbs 13:12 - Habakkuk 1:2; 3:17-19 - Matthew 26:38-39 - Romans 7; 8:28; 8:31; 8:37-39 - Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7 - 1 John 2:19 Free Grace Baptist Church — https://www.freegrace.ca Full transcript & sermon notes: https://sermons.freegrace.ca/sermons/sermon-psalm-13-the-lament-of-the-psalmist Description generated by Tyrannus.ai: https://www.tyrannus.ai

Paragraphs 7 and 8 of 2LCF Chapter 22 are examined, covering the perpetual moral obligation of the Sabbath, its three-fold character in special revelation, the two-fold division of old and new covenant observance, and the practical keeping of the Lord's Day. The confession's argument that the Sabbath is a positive-moral, trans-covenantal, perpetual commandment — now observed on the first day of the week in light of Christ's resurrection — is worked through in detail, followed by the practical requirements of paragraph 8: preparing beforehand, resting from works, words, and thoughts, and taking up the whole time in worship. Main points: - the perpetual moral obligation of the Sabbath - the three-fold character of the Sabbath in special revelation - the two-fold division: old covenant and new covenant observance - resting from works, words, and thoughts - taking up the whole time in worship Scripture references: - Genesis 2:1-3 - Exodus 20:8-11 - Isaiah 58:13-14 - Luke 24:1 - John 20:1; 20:9; 20:19; 20:26 - Acts 20:7 - Romans 1 - 1 Corinthians 16:1-4 - Revelation 1:10 Free Grace Baptist Church — https://www.freegrace.ca Full transcript & sermon notes: https://sermons.freegrace.ca/sermons/sunday-school-2lcf-chapter-22-of-religious-worship-and-sabbath Description generated by Tyrannus.ai: https://www.tyrannus.ai

Deuteronomy 11 sets before Israel a covenant structure of blessing for obedience and curse for disobedience. This exposition works through the chapter's three movements — the works of God recalled, the requirement of God stated, and the promise of blessing or curse declared — and shows how Christ fulfills what Israel failed to do, bearing the covenant curse as the representative of his people. Main points: - The works of God among the people of Israel (vv. 1–7) - The requirement of God for the people of Israel (vv. 8–12) - The promise of blessing or curse for the people of Israel (vv. 13–25) Scripture references: - Genesis 15 - Leviticus 18 - Numbers 11; 16 - Deuteronomy 1:29-31; 4:15; 6; 11:1-32; 27:14-26; 28:1-68 - Joshua 1:6-9; 2:8-13; 6:25 - Psalm 19 - Ecclesiastes - John 1:1-14; 15:1 - Romans 1:18-32 - Galatians 3:10-13; 3:16 - Ephesians 6 - Colossians 1 - Hebrews 5:8; 12 - 1 John 5

An expository treatment of 1 Timothy 1:3–7 examining Paul's apostolic charge to Timothy to silence false teachers in Ephesus and to preserve the gospel through sound doctrine, qualified elders, and love from a pure heart. The sermon addresses the nature of that charge, its stated purpose in verse 5, and the ignorance and arrogance of those who depart from orthodox teaching. Main points: - the apostle's charge to Timothy: the nature of the charge and its purpose (verses 3–5) - the false teacher's departure from the law (verses 6–7) Scripture references: - Psalm 12:2 - Matthew 23 - Acts 20:28-30; 28 - Philippians 1:15 - Galatians 1:6-9 - Ephesians 4:1-16 - 1 Corinthians 13 - 1 Timothy 1:3-7; 1:18-19; 3:1-7; 3:8; 4:1-2; 4:7; 4:11; 5:7; 6:17 - 2 Timothy 2:23; 4:1-5; 4:6-8 - Titus 1:5-9; 1:14-15; 2:15; 3:9 - James 3:1 - 1 Peter 5

Psalm 12 is examined as the cry of the godly in an age of deceit, tracing the contrast between the lying words of the wicked and the pure, preserving word of God. The sermon follows David's lament, his imprecatory petition against flattering lips, and God's prophetic promise of deliverance, reading the psalm through the experience of Christ and his church in every generation. Main points: - the destruction of the foundations (verses 1–4) - the preservation of the righteous (verses 5–8) Scripture references: - 1 Kings 19 - Psalms 2:8; 2:12; 3:7; 7:6; 9:19; 10:12; 11:1-7; 12; 27:1 - Proverbs 27:6 - Micah 7 - Matthew 8; 12 - John 1:1-14; 8:41-44; 15:21-23

An exposition of the 1689 Second London Baptist Confession of Faith Chapter 22, paragraphs 1–2, examined through the lens of the regulative principle of worship. Working through Deuteronomy 12, 1 Timothy 3, and Hebrews 12, the sermon argues that God alone institutes and limits the acceptable manner of His worship, and that this principle holds consistently across both covenants. Main points: - the doctrine stated: the light of nature and the regulative principle (paragraph 1) - the restriction applied: worship to the Triune God through Christ alone (paragraph 2) Scripture references: - Exodus 20; 21-23; 24; 25-31; 35-40; 40:34 - Leviticus 1-7; 8-10; 9:22-24; 10:1-3; 16 - Deuteronomy 4:24; 5:7-10; 12:29-32 - Psalm 19 - Haggai - Romans 1:19-21 - 1 Timothy 3:14-15 - Hebrews 12:18-29

Who is primarily responsible for catechizing your children, parents or the church? In this short Ask FGBC, Pastor Jim Butler turns to Deuteronomy 6 and Ephesians 6 to answer that question, then offers practical guidance for the day-to-day work of catechizing children at home. Topics include the biblical case for parental responsibility, why this is a both/and effort with the local church, what changes when a catechized child is converted, and the danger of treating schools or churches as substitutes for parental teaching. Ask FGBC is a digital ministry providing biblical, pastoral, and confessional answers to real questions submitted by believers, seekers, and those wrestling with assurance. Recorded with Pastor Jim Butler on November 15, 2025. Submit your own question and see previous topics: https://www.freegrace.ca/ask There is an option to do it anonymously. Videos are available on SermonAudio, Youtube and Facebook. Please like & share on our social media profiles as well to get the word out and distribute further! Church Website: https://www.freegrace.ca