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Passover celebrated. Gethsemane. The betrayal. The arrest.

This sermon examines Paul's argument in Galatians 4, where he uses the historical narrative of Abraham's two sons, Ishmael and Isaac, to illustrate the incompatibility of the Old and New Covenants. The central message is that believers are children of promise and grace, not of the flesh or the law, and therefore must not mix the freedom of the Gospel with the bondage of Mosaic requirements. The exposition highlights how the Old Testament narratives, including the Passover and the Tabernacle, point forward to Christ, demonstrating that the Law serves to reveal sin while the Gospel provides the remedy. The tone is instructional and convicting, urging the audience to recognize that justification is entirely by God's grace through faith, without any merit from human effort or adherence to the Old Covenant. The sermon concludes with a strong exhortation to stand fast in the liberty secured by Christ Jesus and to reject any teaching that suggests additional works are necessary for salvation.

We have spent several weeks considering the connection between the Passover and the New Testament concepts of partaking in Christ. Today we come to the controversial concepts of John 6, and explain their connection to the finished work of Christ.

This sermon explores the call to holiness as pictured in Exodus 13, presenting the believer's identity as a set-apart people belonging to God. The message outlines five dimensions of this holy life: being a redeemed firstborn, enjoying freedom from the bondage of sin, feeding on the spiritual sustenance of Christ, bearing the fruit of a transformed character, and looking forward to a glorious eternal future. Through typological connections to the Passover and the wilderness journey, the text emphasises that salvation is entirely by God's power and grace, not human effort. Believers are urged to maintain a distinct lifestyle that reflects their new citizenship in heaven while remaining vigilant against the spread of sin.

This sermon examines the burial of Jesus as recorded in John 19, emphasizing that his death was a predestined act of God to provide salvation through faith alone. The text highlights the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies, specifically that not a bone of Jesus would be broken, linking his death to the Passover lamb and the atonement for sin. The narrative addresses the theological significance of the spear thrust into Jesus' side, affirming his physical death and refuting the swoon theory. It also explores the courageous actions of Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, who risked their social and religious standing to honor Jesus, demonstrating that the power of the gospel transcends fear. The message concludes by encouraging believers to trust in the finished work of Christ and to boldly share their faith, as the same saving power remains available today. Scripture References: John 19:31-42 Acts 4:27 Luke 23:42-43 Ephesians 2:8-9 Luke 23:46 Zechariah 12:10 Leviticus 17:11 Deuteronomy 21:22-23 Exodus 12:46 Numbers 9:12 Isaiah 53:9 Benediction Romans 11:33,36

Exodus 12:1-14 The Passover Meal

The sermon examines the theological significance of Jesus instituting the Lord's Supper during the Passover meal, framing the event as the termination of the Old Covenant and the inauguration of the New Covenant. It argues that Jesus' words regarding the bread and wine are metonymies rather than literal transformations, refuting the doctrine of transubstantiation by emphasizing the spiritual reality of Christ's sacrifice over physical substance. The discourse highlights the sufficiency of Christ's blood as the mediator of this new covenant, which provides eternal redemption and forgiveness of sins, surpassing the temporary shadows of the Mosaic Law. Finally, the message offers a promise of future communion in the Father's kingdom, encouraging believers to partake of the supper with gratitude, self-examination, and a deep understanding of their worthiness through faith in Christ.

Bible Reading: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 1. The pre-eminence of his sacrifice. 2. The People included in this sacrifice. 3. The Purity of his sacrifice. 4. The Participants in this sacrifice. This sermon explores the theological significance of Christ as the ultimate Passover sacrifice, drawing parallels between the Old Testament lamb and Jesus' atoning death. The central message emphasizes that true life begins only through the new birth, which is made possible by the preeminence, inclusiveness, and purity of Christ's sacrifice. The exposition highlights that while humanity shares guilt in the crucifixion, God sovereignly ordained the event to satisfy divine justice. The preacher stresses the necessity of applying the blood of Christ to one's life through faith, distinguishing genuine trust from mere intellectual assent. Ultimately, the sermon calls listeners to rely solely on this perfect substitution for cleansing and eternal salvation.