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This sermon concludes a series on the identity of Jesus by examining Matthew 16, where Peter confesses Christ as the Son of the Living God. The message clarifies that the church is built upon Jesus Christ, the cornerstone, rather than the apostle Peter, refuting common misinterpretations of the text. By contrasting the pagan history of Caesarea Philippi with the stability of God's truth, the sermon emphasizes that believers must anchor their lives in a firm spiritual foundation. It warns against the instability of relying on religious routines or human approval, using the Leaning Tower of Pisa as an illustration of weak foundations. Ultimately, the preacher urges the congregation to build their lives upon Jesus Christ, ensuring stability and security amidst the chaos of the world.

What does it mean to abide in the Lord Jesus Christ? Read verse 3 and ask what made the eleven clean, and then ask whether a man abides in Him while His words sit closed on the shelf. Ask, too, whether the Lord Jesus Christ tells a branch what fruit to produce, or only where it must stay. "Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me." (John 15:4)

Sunday Evening Worship at Covenant Church (Burbank, CA) — September 20, 2026. Rev. Brooks Pipher preaches "Warnings from Jesus" from Mark 9:42–50, part of our series through Mark's Gospel. Covenant Church is a Reformed congregation (Associate Reformed Presbyterian / ARP) in Burbank, California, gathering for worship every Lord's Day at 10 AM and 6 PM at 160 S. Victory Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502. More sermons, service times, and how to visit: https://www.covenantburbank.com Scripture: Mark 9:42–50. Preached by Rev. Brooks Pipher.

There are only two places people go when they pass from this life: heaven or hell. Believers go into eternal bliss with their heavenly father where they remain forever. Unbelievers go to eternal suffering in the flames of an eternal hell where they remain with their leader: Satan.

God in His mercy has saved some people from the mass of humanity that is destined for condemnation because of sin. He was not obligated to save any, but demonstrates His power and glory in both condemnation and salvation.

Consecutive Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-34 Psalm Singing: 9:1-7; 9:16-20; 73:18-24 Sermon Scripture Reading: Luke 16:19-31 Sermon Title: In Hell He Lifted Up His Eyes Sermon Series: Various Pastor: Craig J. Scott Date: 9-20-2026 Service: Afternoon

This sermon examines the theological distinctions between the Rapture and the Day of the Lord, arguing for a pre-tribulational timeline where believers are removed before the period of divine wrath begins. The speaker identifies 1 Thessalonians 5 and 2 Thessalonians 2 as the primary biblical texts defining the start of the Day of the Lord, linking the 'peace and safety' mentioned in the former to the initial seal of Revelation and the rise of the Antichrist. By contrasting the pre-tribulational view with post-tribulational, mid-tribulational, and pre-wrath perspectives, the presentation addresses common apologetic challenges, such as the accusation that pre-tribulationalism is an 'escape' mentality. The discussion emphasizes that the church is exempt from God's wrath, not merely hell, and clarifies that the Rapture is imminent and distinct from the specific events of the tribulation period.

In Psalm 20, the "you" being prayed for isn't David or the worshiper but the promised messianic king, fulfilled in Jesus: his victory over sin, death, and hell becomes ours by faith, since our fate is in lockstep with his. That grounds three things: we rejoice because the King did all the work, we're confident because God's own name is staked on our salvation, and we trust him alone because everything else we could lean on has an expiration date.

Pastor Stephen Louis The Gospel of Mark (57) Jesus' Warning on the Dangers of Sin and Hell Mark 9:42