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Baptism by immersion is an act of obedience to Christ's clear command. In the New Testament, it consistently follows a person's hearing of the gospel, repentance, and profession of faith. As a public declaration, it signifies belonging to Jesus and unity with Him in His death and resurrection. It is not a means to earn salvation or a substitute for personal faith. In this study, we consider 12 biblical reasons for believer's baptism, along with its meaning, mode, and proper timing.

This sermon explores the biblical mandate for a Spirit-filled family, emphasizing that Christian faith must permeate daily life rather than being confined to Sunday worship. It addresses the specific commands for children to obey and honor their parents, identifying this as the only righteous response that builds a correct attitude toward authority. The message challenges parents to avoid provoking their children through inconsistent discipline, unreasonable expectations, or favoritism, urging them instead to exercise restraint and compassion. By highlighting the necessity of the Holy Spirit's empowerment, the sermon argues that true family harmony and effective parenting are achieved not through human effort alone, but through yielding to God's design and living in submission to the Spirit.

WATCH ON YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/tjcgYDvjZik The presentation challenges listeners to examine the authenticity of their salvation by asserting that true conversion results in a visible, supernatural transformation of character and lifestyle. Drawing primarily from 2 Corinthians 5:17, the message argues that a 'new creature' in Christ cannot maintain the habits, sins, or attitudes of their former life, citing historical and personal anecdotes to illustrate this radical change. It critiques the concept of 'evil conversions' or false assurance, emphasizing that salvation requires a full surrender of one's life to Jesus as Lord, not merely a verbal confession. The speaker outlines the necessary steps of genuine faith, including public confession, belief in the resurrection, and a commitment to holiness and evangelism. Ultimately, the tone is urgent and convicting, urging believers to verify their standing before God through the evidence of ongoing sanctification and obedience to His will.

This sermon examines the interconnected marks of true believers in 1 John 5, emphasizing that genuine faith involves belief in Jesus as the Christ, love for God and fellow believers, and obedience to His commandments. The exposition highlights that these marks are not isolated but interwoven, demonstrating that authentic Christianity requires both doctrinal conviction and practical devotion. The central focus shifts to the testimony of the water, blood, and Spirit, which serve as divine witnesses to the deity and redemptive work of Jesus Christ. By drawing on the analogy of a courtroom trial, the message argues that God provides sufficient evidence through Christ's baptism, crucifixion, and the Holy Spirit's work to persuade believers of His identity. This objective testimony, confirmed by the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, grants believers inward assurance of eternal life and a secure foundation for their faith.

This sermon examines Deuteronomy 28 and 29, highlighting the stark contrast between the blessings of obedience and the curses of disobedience. It identifies the curses as a reversal of the Exodus, where the plagues and bondage that defined Egypt are turned against Israel as a consequence of covenant unfaithfulness. The study further explores the solemnity of the covenant ceremony in Deuteronomy 29, emphasizing the need for individual and communal purity to prevent the spread of spiritual poison. While acknowledging the severity of judgment, the message concludes with the hopeful promise of Deuteronomy 30, asserting that God remains a God of restoration who invites His people to return and find renewed favor regardless of their past failures.

The Word of the Lord Is Right The Privilege of Knowing God, the Responsibility of Walking With Him, and the Wonder of His Unfailing Purpose Key Scriptures: Deuteronomy 4; Amos 3:1–3; Psalm 33:4, 10–11; Psalm 147:19–20; Romans 3:1–4; Ezekiel 20:9–11; Zephaniah 3:1–7 This message explores the extraordinary privilege of knowing God through His revealed Word and the responsibility that comes with receiving His truth. Throughout Scripture, God repeatedly reminds Israel of their deliverance from Egypt, their unique covenant relationship with Him, and the statutes and judgments He entrusted to them. Amos 3:2 reveals that their greater privilege also brought greater accountability. They had been given something the surrounding nations had not received, and God expected them to respond in faith and obedience. At the heart of the message is the question of Amos 3:3: "Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?" Genuine fellowship with God is not inviting Him to accompany us while we pursue our own plans. It is surrendering ourselves to His will, trusting His wisdom, and walking in agreement with His Word. Jesus did not come merely to improve our self-directed lives; He came to redeem us from sin, reconcile us to the Father, and give us newness of life. Psalm 33 provides the foundation for this confidence: "The word of the LORD is right, And all His work is done in truth." While nations devise plans and humanity exercises its freedom to make choices, God's eternal purpose remains unshaken. His purposeful will cannot be defeated, His permissive will allows human responsibility, His providential work accomplishes His purposes even amid human failures, and His prescriptive will

The sermon explores Joshua 24, emphasizing the necessity of a deliberate and timely decision to serve the Lord. It highlights the importance of remembering God's past deliverance and blessings as the foundation for present obedience, urging believers to reject both ancestral idolatry and contemporary cultural influences. The text interprets the phrase "if it seem evil unto you" as a dismissal of faith as useless, countering this by affirming that every good gift comes from God. The preacher encourages a personal, unwavering commitment to serve the Lord in sincerity and truth, independent of the choices of others. This message culminates in the aspiration to be remembered not for worldly achievements, but with the enduring title of "servant of the Lord," reflecting a life of faithful labor and worship.

The sermon explores the doctrine of justification by examining the Westminster Confession of Faith and the book of Hebrews, emphasizing that Christ's active and passive obedience provides a full, real, and proper satisfaction to God's justice. It argues against the notion of partial atonement by highlighting the once-for-all nature of Christ's sacrifice, which perfectly discharges the debt of sin for the elect. The text outlines the Trinitarian structure of salvation, where the Father decrees justification in eternity, Christ accomplishes it in time, and the Holy Spirit applies it to believers through regeneration and faith. By establishing Christ as the surety who bears the guilt of sin and imputes His righteousness to believers, the message underscores that salvation is solely of free grace, excluding any human merit or boasting. This theological framework serves to comfort believers with the assurance of their secure standing before God, grounded entirely in the finished work of Christ.

Grace Covenant Baptist Church is a Reformed Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana. We are a confessional church subscribing to the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. We adhere to the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation; Sola Scriptura, Solus Christus, Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Soli Deo Gloria. Find more information about or listen to past sermons from Grace Covenant Baptist Church at https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/gcbcwm/

The sermon emphasizes the necessity of approaching God according to His standards rather than human convenience, using the Levitical command to keep the altar fire burning as a central metaphor. It argues that spiritual vitality requires daily, intentional discipline in prayer, Scripture reading, and worship to maintain a continuous dependence on God's presence. The message challenges the casual attitude often found in modern Christianity, asserting that believers must actively 'put a log on the fire' each day to sustain their relationship with the Holy Spirit. By highlighting the failure of relying on past spiritual experiences or personal preferences, the text calls for a life of total surrender and consistent obedience. Ultimately, it presents this daily maintenance of spiritual fire as the essential foundation for authentic worship and effective ministry.