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This sermon examines the life of Cornelius in Acts 10 as a model for a consistent and devoted prayer life. It highlights how Cornelius, despite his busy role as a centurion, maintained a habit of praying to God always, demonstrating perseverance and priority in his spiritual discipline. The message emphasizes the confidence believers can have that their prayers are remembered by God as a memorial, citing the angel's assurance to Cornelius and the example of Zechariah. Furthermore, it explores the content of Cornelius's prayers, which focused on his household and others, leading to the gathering of his family to hear the gospel. The sermon concludes by encouraging the audience to pray for the salvation of their households and for the Holy Spirit to work during gospel missions, fulfilling the promise that 'thou and all thy house shall be saved.'

The Sunday School lesson explores the doctrine of God's eternal decree as outlined in Chapter 3 of the Westminster Confession of Faith, emphasizing that God sovereignly ordains all that comes to pass according to His wise and holy will. It distinguishes between God's active role in salvation and His passive role in reprobation, clarifying that He is not the author of sin but works through secondary causes to bring about good from evil. The teaching highlights the comfort found in God's unchangeable nature and foreknowledge, contrasting this with the human desire for control and the theological error of middle knowledge. By examining key passages such as Romans 9 and 1 Peter 2, the message asserts that election is solely of grace, while reprobation is a just passing by of those who deserve judgment. The lesson concludes with a pastoral caution to handle these profound truths with humility and care, recognizing the mystery involved in God's unsearchable judgments.

Harvest Thanksgiving Service: Monday 12th October 2026 Speaker - Rev Gregory Gibson Singers - Denver & Lynn Wilson