Bless the King of Kings, and be blessed in Him. 1. He has it all 2. He does it all 3. He is all in all

"... take away the wicked from the presence of the king, and his throne will be established in righteousness." - Proverbs 25:5 (ESV)

God is looking for a faithful child whom He can call to His work!

John 12:7 'Then said Jesus, Let her alone: against the day of my burying hath she kept this.' The sermon examines the anointing of Jesus by Mary in Bethany, arguing that the accounts in John, Matthew, and Mark describe a single event. It highlights Mary's ministry as sacrificial, humble, and purposeful, contrasting her silent devotion with Judas's hypocritical criticism. The preacher emphasises that Christian service must prioritise spiritual obedience over social responsibilities or public approval. True worship involves setting aside personal glory to honor Christ alone, regardless of external murmuring. Believers are encouraged to serve faithfully by doing what they can for the Lord with a pure heart.

Call to worship – Revelation 5:6-14 Scripture Reading – John 13:21-14:6 Sermon – – Not My Home- Philippians 3:17-21 1) Identity (v20) – We are ___________________ and ______________ here. 2) Imitate (v17) – Imitate Paul and others who _____________________. 3) Influence (vv18-19) – Many (even some who profess to be Christians) do not ______________ and seek to steer you away from Him. 4) Inheritance (vv20b-21) – The Lord Jesus will return for us, transforming us to be __________ and ___________ in glory. -What does it mean to you to be a citizen of your country? What effect does it have on the way you think about yourself and the way you act? How should the reality that you are a citizen of heaven affect your daily life? -Where might you be loving the things of this world? How can you replace that with a pursuit of Christ and His Kingdom? -Who is influencing your life? Are they having a positive influence on you toward faithfulness to Christ? Or away from Him? -Who should you look to for godly models of living? How can you be a positive example to someone else? -How does rejoicing in my future help me live the Christian life now? For further study: Mt 6:19-33; Rom 8:5-6,18-25; 1 Co 11:1; Phil 1:27; 2:5-11; 3:7-14; Col 3:1-4; 1 Th 1:9-10; Heb 11:13-16; 1 Jn 2:15-17.

Surrounded by the Persian Problem Living in a nation with a wrong view of glory 1. Confusion about hedonism 2. Confusion about marriage 3. Confusion about legislation

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of specific, detailed prayer as a means to deepen one's relationship with God and effectively intercede for others. By examining Psalm 37 and Colossians 1, the message highlights that delighting in the Lord aligns personal desires with His will, while trusting Him ensures His faithfulness in bringing about His plans. The preacher illustrates how specific prayers create spiritual investment in the lives of others and require a lifestyle of holiness and obedience to remain unhindered. Ultimately, the text calls believers to move beyond vague requests toward confident, detailed petitions that reflect a genuine desire for God's glory and the salvation of souls.

Study in the 1689 Second London Baptist Confession of Faith