Heaven on SermonAudio

In Chapter 1 of Heaven on Earth, Thomas Brooks argues that believers can attain a firm, well-grounded assurance of their salvation in this life, basing his claim on ten core biblical arguments. He demonstrates that assurance is built on universal gospel truths rather than private revelations, that scripture's primary purpose and promises are designed to foster certainty, and that God has placed internal "springs" of assurance—such as faith, hope, a good conscience, and love for believers—within every Christian. Furthermore, Brooks highlights that God actively commands the pursuit of assurance, provides practical means (like self-examination and the Lord's Supper) to reach it, and calls believers to constant spiritual joy, which requires knowing one's standing with God. Ultimately, he refutes theological systems that promote perpetual doubt, affirming that God's children can rest securely in His unchangeable love and covenant promises.

If you have received Christ, you may only find your rest in Him. 1. Guard y'all's hearts (for Christ). 2. Grieve over unbelief (in Christ). 3. Grind to a halt (into Christ). Put not your trust in princes or in anything else, but rest your weary soul in Christ Jesus.

1. THE HARD HEART 2. THE HEARING HEART 3. THE HEEDING HEART

PM sermons are preceded by a Confessional, Catechism, Historic Creed lesson, or a lesson from the NT (Usually 5 minutes or so) WCF 25:4 This catholic Church hath been sometimes more, sometimes less visible. And particular churches, which are members thereof, are more or less pure, according as the doctrine of the gospel is taught and embraced, ordinances administered, and public worship performed more or less purely in them. 5 The purest churches under heaven are subject both to mixture and error; and some have so degenerated as to become no churches of Christ, but synagogues of Satan. Nevertheless, there shall be always a Church on earth to worship God according to his will. EX 11:16 Therefore say, 'Thus says the Lord God: "Although I have cast them far off among the Gentiles, and although I have scattered them among the countries, yet I shall be a little sanctuary for them in the countries where they have gone." '

Find biblical encouragement in Haggai 2:1-9 as Pastor Caldwell preaches Encouragement Behind & Ahead Pt. 4 on Christ's future kingdom. Discouragement sets in when our perspective shrinks and we lose sight of reality as God declares it in Scripture. In Haggai 2:1-9, Pastor Richard Caldwell reminds believers that the sovereign Lord controlling our present and future is all-powerful, all-wise, and good, guaranteeing every promise. At the end of the age, God will shake heaven and earth to establish an unshakable kingdom. This prophecy is fulfilled when the glorified Christ returns to reign in Jerusalem during the literal millennial kingdom before ushering in the eternal state. Knowing the certainty of this future glory transforms how Christians endure present trials. Because our Redeemer personally executes His word, today's obedience holds eternal value. Key Biblical Takeaways: God's Past Faithfulness Guarantees Future Grace: God's past demonstrations of sovereign power prove He will fulfill all He has promised in His Son. God Personally Executes His Promises: Prophecy never depends on human strength; the Almighty Creator stands behind every word to shake the nations. Christ Will Reign in the Millennial Kingdom: Haggai 2:6-9 points to the millennial temple of Ezekiel 40-48, where the Prince of Peace will reign on David's throne in Jerusalem. Future Glory Gives Meaning to Present Suffering: Matching our vision to God's reality shows that temporary tests and obedience cannot compare to coming glory.

Tonight, we will be looking at the end of Hebrews. The author has taken us to untold the heights of heaven, yet we can remain there. We live in the real world with real people and real problems. These heights of glory are to encourage us plug in on earth. Join us as the author points us toward continuing to love.

I. The Objects of It II. The Method for It III. The Positive Purpose