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This sermon explores the biblical imperative for believers to be useful to the Master, contrasting the lives of true servants with those of false teachers who are useless to God. Drawing from 2 Timothy 2, the message outlines two key characteristics of a useful vessel: being an honored vessel and possessing a pure heart. The first characteristic involves cleansing oneself from the influence of apostasy and false doctrine to be sanctified, set apart for God's purposes, and prepared for every good work. The second characteristic focuses on the active pursuit of righteousness, faith, love, and peace while fleeing from youthful lusts, which are defined broadly as any sinful passion that leads to conflict. The tone is instructional and convicting, urging the congregation to examine their hearts and relationships to ensure they are living in a manner that glorifies God through faithful service.

This sermon explores Psalm 121 as a declaration of God's active and eternal protection over His people. The central theme identifies the Lord as the ultimate source of help and the one who keeps believers from spiritual stumbling, emphasizing that His vigilance never slumbers. The message addresses the reality of human weakness and spiritual trials, urging believers to respond with a heart of surrender and disciplined walking in the Spirit rather than relying on self-motivation. Using the imagery of shade against the desert heat, the sermon comforts those enduring intense spiritual warfare or life's difficulties, assuring them that God provides cover and strength even when He does not remove the heat. The teaching concludes by affirming the eternal security of the soul, citing Romans 8 to demonstrate that no circumstance or power can separate believers from the love of Christ.

This sermon examines the believer's responsibility to guard their speech by evaluating the nature of their words before they are spoken. It argues that Christians must act as gatekeepers of their mouths, ensuring that no corrupt communication proceeds from them, as defined by Paul in Ephesians 4. The message outlines four criteria for godly speech: it must not be corrupt, it must be edifying, it must fit the specific need of the situation, and it must minister grace to the hearers. The preacher emphasizes that speech is not merely a social interaction but a spiritual act that can either grieve the Holy Spirit or serve as a vessel for God's grace. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a transformed heart that produces kind, tender-hearted, and forgiving words, reflecting the character of Christ to a weary world.

This sermon examines the confession of the Roman centurion and soldiers at the foot of the cross, highlighting the dramatic reversal from brutal executioners to terrified witnesses of Jesus' divine identity. The text explores how the supernatural phenomena accompanying Christ's death, such as the earthquake and the splitting of rocks, struck terror into the hearts of these hardened men, compelling them to declare, "Truly, this was the Son of God." This confession is presented as a fulfillment of Jesus' promise to draw all peoples to Himself, illustrating the inclusion of Gentiles in the kingdom of God. The sermon connects this moment to the broader theological theme of the heart's belief leading to the mouth's confession, emphasizing that the death of Jesus is a life-transforming event that changes even the most unlikely individuals. Ultimately, the message invites the audience to reflect on their own conversion and the profound impact of Christ's sacrifice on their lives.

Theme: The Return of the King 1. The King is brought back. v 9-16 2. The King receives his servants. v17-38 3. The King exposes the divided heart. v39-end. Order of Services: AM Silent prayer Votum and salutation Psalter 3:1-2 Holy Law Scripture: 2 Samuel 19:8-66. Text: verse 15a Prayer Psalter 83:1-2 Sermon Psalter 302:1,2 Close of Sermon Prayer and thanksgiving Psalter 255:3,4 Doxology Benediction PM Silent prayer Votum and salutation Psalter 421:1-2 Apostles Creed Scripture: Matthew 28:16–20; Ezekiel 36:25–32; HC Lord's Day 26 Prayer Psalter 140:1,3,5 Sermon Psalter 140:4-6 Close of Sermon Prayer and thanksgiving Psalter 322:1,4 Doxology Benediction

John 14:3 "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." This sermon explores the promise of Christ's return as a source of profound comfort for believers, contrasting the terror it instills in the ungodly with the peace it brings to the saints. The central message draws from John 14, highlighting how Jesus' assurance that He will come again pacifies troubled hearts by offering hope beyond earthly suffering and loss. The exposition clarifies that Christ's preparation of a place for His people refers to the procuring of their right to enter heaven through His atoning sacrifice, rather than the physical construction of heaven itself. Furthermore, the sermon emphasises that the Second Coming will fulfill Christ's purpose by uniting all redeemed believers with Him, ensuring that where He is, they will be also. The tone is pastoral and reassuring, urging God's people to find rest in the certainty of their eternal home and personal reception by the Saviour.

The sermon warns against spiritual pretense, urging believers to examine their hearts to ensure they are not merely performing religious duties without genuine faith. Drawing from Colossians 3:22 and Revelation 3:15-22, the message emphasizes that God rejects lukewarmness and values sincere devotion over outward appearances or 'eye service.' The speaker argues that true Christianity requires a daily dying to sin and a life that reflects the reality of salvation, rather than a costume-like display of piety. Examples of cultural influences, such as music and social behaviors that glorify sin, are cited as evidence of a compromised heart that fails to align with God's standards. The central call is to abandon pretense, repent of hidden sins, and pursue a zealous, authentic relationship with God that withstands divine scrutiny.

This sermon emphasizes the sufficiency and authority of the Bible as the sole source for learning how to love and obey God, urging believers to continue in the truths they have learned from childhood. It highlights that the Scriptures are divinely inspired, making them capable of producing wisdom unto salvation through faith in Jesus Christ rather than merely providing moral instruction or academic knowledge. The message confronts the tendency to reject biblical correction or treat the Bible as a selective tool, instead calling for a heart that receives the Word as truth that exposes sin and points to the Savior. By illustrating the difference between knowing facts and receiving the Gospel, the sermon invites listeners to repent, trust in Christ's atoning work, and allow the Bible to correct their thinking and habits. Ultimately, it calls for a life of obedience where the Holy Spirit guides believers to understand and apply God's truth in every aspect of their daily existence.

1. 吩咐 Command 2. 哀歌 Lament 3. 起誓 Oath 4. 心声 Heart