This message gives some of the Scriptural basis for the Westminster Confession of Faith, chapter 18, sections 1-2. This is more of an overview- it is not exhaustive. Please note that pdf sermon notes are attached.

You are to seek your ultimate joy from God.-I. GOD'S WISDOM BRINGS JOY-II. BLESSINGS OF TRUE JOY-III. PURSUE EVERLASTING JOY

This sermon was preached in celebration of Reformation Day.--God calls you to make a stand for your faith. -I. YOU ARE AT WAR-II. YOU MUST BE EQUIPPED-III. GOD MAKES YOU ABLE

This sermon will help you distinguish whether or not you are pure or defiled--I. THE PURE -v15--II. THE DEFILED -v16-

God calls us to submit to His discipline to grow in holiness.-I. STRIVE AGAINST SIN-II. SUBMIT TO GOD'S DISCIPLINE-III. GROW IN HOLINESS

God calls you to have faith to run your race with endurance.-I. REMOVE OBSTACLES -v1--II. FOLLOW CHRIST -vv2-3-

THE ESSENTIAL WORK OF ELDERS--I. The Elder's Qualifications-II. The Elder's Duties

How to Grow in God's Grace - Peace--I. PASTORAL CARE--II. PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE--III. PROMISED HOPE

God wants us to have faith to conquer and to endure affliction.-I. FAITH TO CONQUER-II. FAITH TO ENDURE AFFLICTION-III. FAITH IN UNITY