1. Through the Summons of a Centurion 2. Through the Guidance of the Lord 3. Through the Outpouring of the Spirit

The sermon examines the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas, emphasizing that true ministry originates from the Holy Spirit's direction through the local church rather than human initiative. It highlights the critical importance of fasting and prayer as the church discerns God's will, warning against rushing ahead of divine guidance or prioritizing secular projects over evangelism. The preacher contrasts the fervent preaching of the gospel with the deceptive influence of false prophets like Elymas, illustrating how spiritual blindness serves as a judgment on those who oppose truth. Ultimately, the message challenges believers to maintain a serious, focused commitment to spreading the gospel, trusting that God can use even opposition to bring about salvation and demonstrate His sovereign power.

The sermon transitions from the doctrine of scripture to theology proper, emphasizing that biblical sufficiency provides all necessary guidance for faith and life without requiring extra revelation. It argues that a correct understanding of God is foundational to Christian living, influencing worldview, morality, and worship. Using Exodus 3 as a primary text, the message explores God's self-revelation as the eternal 'I Am' and His faithfulness to covenant promises. The teaching contrasts the true, omniscient God with false idols, highlighting His authority over history and His personal interaction with humanity. Ultimately, the study aims to foster awe and humility by revealing that God has graciously made Himself known through Scripture.

1. The Initial Purpose 2. The Additional Help 3. The Clear Guidance Psalters; 34B, 119J, 125C, 22D

This sermon explores the biblical account of the disciples on the road to Emmaus, using their experience of grief and confusion to address modern feelings of disappointment and uncertainty. It emphasizes that perceived endings in life are often opportunities for God to initiate greater plans and reveal His presence when believers feel most abandoned. The message encourages trusting in God's timing and Word rather than immediate circumstances, highlighting that faith is strengthened through trials and divine guidance. Ultimately, it calls listeners to recognize that Christ walks alongside them in their struggles, transforming despair into hope and leading them toward eternal life.

The sermon contrasts the faithful obedience of Abraham with the gradual spiritual decline of Lot, presenting him as a cautionary example of the worldly Christian. It argues that worldliness is not an overnight event but the cumulative result of small, seemingly insignificant choices that slowly pull a believer's heart away from God. By prioritizing material prosperity and worldly associations over divine guidance, Lot lost his testimony, his faith, and ultimately his joy. The message warns believers to examine their own lives for subtle compromises and to remain steadfast in pursuing God rather than the temporary pleasures of the world.

God calls us to trust Him and His Word, not our plans and presumptions.

Justifying faith has components including, agreement to the truth of the divine revelation, agreement with the authority of God's testimony, heartfelt agreement of the will and, trust in God's character, unreserved surrender of the will to his guidance, and dependence on His merits for salvation. This week we begin with a portion of a sermon of Spurgeon on faith, and then look at the end of Samuels life, his words of warning to Israel and how this applies to lives, households and nations today.

Pastors and ministries are warning that Christians are turning to AI for biblical answers, spiritual guidance, and even sermon criticism\. But within Protestantism—where Scripture is final and every believer must test what is preached—has AI simply become the newest and most powerful tool of private judgment?