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This sermon explores the theological attributes of God's eternity and timelessness, distinguishing between the length of His existence and His freedom from temporal constraints. By examining passages such as Psalm 90 and Romans 1, the teaching establishes that God exists outside of time, sees all moments simultaneously, and is not bound by the succession of past, present, and future. The discussion addresses common misunderstandings regarding divine action within time and critiques the view that God is mutable or limited by creation, arguing that such positions undermine His immutability and sovereignty. The core message emphasizes that God's promises are secure because He is not defeated by time, inviting believers to trust in His eternal nature and worship Him as the unchanging Creator who transcends the limitations of human experience.

This sermon examines the life of Esau as a cautionary example of prioritizing immediate physical satisfaction over eternal spiritual value. It highlights how Esau's secular mindset led him to disregard divine commands, such as marrying outside the covenant, and ultimately to sell his birthright for a temporary meal. The message distinguishes between regret, which mourns the consequences of sin, and true repentance, which turns from the sinful conduct itself. By referencing Hebrews 12:16-17, the text warns that a profane heart finds no place of repentance, urging believers to make decisions today that secure their future relationship with God rather than seeking fleeting worldly pleasures.

This sermon examines Jesus' response to John the Baptist, focusing on the declaration that the poor have the gospel preached to them. It argues that this phrase highlights the spiritual poverty of all sinners, who are bankrupt in their own righteousness and unable to offer anything to God. The message emphasizes that salvation is entirely free because it is grounded in the atoning work of Christ, who washes sinners in his blood and clothes them in his perfect righteousness. Drawing on passages from Isaiah, Zechariah, and the Parable of the Prodigal Son, the exposition presents the gospel as a present reality of grace rather than a future promise. The sermon concludes by affirming the church's role as the pillar and ground of truth, calling believers to trust in this freely offered salvation by faith alone.

Look • Remember • Do Numbers 15:37–41 Central Truth: God has redeemed us to belong to Him, remember His Word, and walk in obedience so that His life may be manifested through us. This message explores how God instructed Israel to live as His redeemed people while journeying through the wilderness. Despite witnessing His deliverance and provision, they repeatedly allowed their fears, desires, and circumstances to become more authoritative than His Word. In Numbers 15, God instructed the Israelites to place tassels with blue threads on their garments. These were visible reminders with a specific purpose: Look upon them, remember His commandments, and do them. This simple progression was intended to keep their hearts directed toward the Lord rather than following the natural inclinations of their own hearts and eyes. The message develops several important truths: • Our choices affect future generations. Although each person is accountable for their own sin, the consequences of our decisions can reach far beyond our lifetime. We must demonstrate God's faithfulness and teach the next generation to trust Him personally. • Faith trusts God's report above circumstances. Ten spies allowed what they saw in Canaan to determine what they believed. Joshua and Caleb allowed what God had spoken to determine how they understood what they saw. • Obedience requires submission to God's Word. Israel refused to enter Canaan when God commanded them to go and then attempted to enter when He commanded them not to. Both decisions revealed the same self-directed rebellion. • God's Word establishes enduring hope. Caleb held to the promise God spoke through Moses for forty-five years. His

Jeremiah mourned over Judah's departure from God. The nation was marked by corruption, social injustice of venerable communities, cultic prostitution, even engaging in the Canaanite practice of child sacrifice. Judgment and exile to Babylon were coming - without repentance. From Jeremiah 7 we have the prophet's temple sermon, as he stood in the temple gates warning the people as they were entering in. In 8:19-22 he presents them as in the future exile when all opportunity of deliverance was gone. Yet there was still hope. He speaks of the balm of Gilead – a metaphor of God's precious salvation. This balm came from a special tree which was not far away. We are reminded that for sinful man, under judgment there is spiritual healing – because Jesus himself came to bear our sins in His own body on the tree. The Great Physician is near.

The Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09-18-2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Mentions Some of the CARM Staff and What They do/ Prior Demon Possession and Predestination, is There a Conflict Here?/Obstreperous People in Chat Rooms/ Historic Persecutions by The Roman Catholic Church/Biblical Canon and Names/Claimed Authority by the RCC and EO Churches/ Understanding God's Providence/Critical Thinking Needed to Establish Authority September 18, 2026

The sermon explores the concept of the Bible as a chronometer, using the principle that one day is as a thousand years to interpret prophetic timelines. It argues for a literal interpretation of the millennium and the Day of the Lord, contrasting this view with amillennialism and preterism. The speaker connects the Sabbath rest in Hebrews 4 to the future thousand-year reign of Christ, where war, hunger, and sickness will cease. Emphasizing God's perfection and the seriousness of sin, the message urges listeners to repent and ensure their names are in the Book of Life before the final judgment.

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 09/17/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: [email protected], Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Matt Discuss the Subject of Metaphysics, Validating Prayer/ Matt Answers Email Questions/-Winged Angels?—Evidence for God?— A Book by Ellen G. White?/Matt Gives a Recommendation/ A Question About a Description of Jesus Speaking/ Did Adam and Eve "Replenish" the Earth?/ Matt Discusses an Experience with Satanists, and How God Works "All Things" According to His Will/ September 17, 2026

The sermon examines Romans 11:11-15 to explain how God uses the rejection of the gospel by ethnic Israel to bring salvation to the Gentiles, a strategy designed to provoke the Jews to jealousy. The sermon clarifies that Israel's stumbling is neither total nor permanent, as evidenced by the elect remnant and the future hope of their fullness. The preacher argues that this 'fullness' implies a future, massive conversion of Jews to Christ, distinct from dispensationalist views that separate Israel from the church. The sermon acknowledges the debated nature of the passage while offering a cohesive Reformed interpretation of God's sovereign plan for both Jews and Gentiles.