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The sermon explores the necessity of true repentance by examining Job's final response to God in Job 42, contrasting it with the superficial self-esteem culture often found in modern Christianity. It argues that a correct view of God's majesty, as depicted through the creatures Behemoth and Leviathan, inevitably leads to a humble acknowledgment of one's own sinfulness and dependence on grace. The message distinguishes between worldly sorrow and godly repentance, emphasizing that even believers require a continuous, deepening experience of God's sufficiency rather than relying on their own spiritual performance. By connecting Job's journey to the gospel of Jesus Christ, the text invites the audience to move from merely hearing about God to seeing Him, resulting in a life characterized by confession, shame for sin, and a turn toward Christ.

(AI Generated Summary) This Lesson examines the Passover ordinance in Exodus 12, arguing that the physical rituals were shadows pointing to the substance of Christ, who is the ultimate Passover Lamb. The preacher emphasizes that salvation originates entirely from God's initiative rather than human effort, illustrating this through the distinction between the Israelites who worshiped and the Egyptians who faced judgment. By analyzing the removal of leaven, the message highlights the call for believers to live holy lives, set apart from sin, as a response to the grace received through Christ's blood. The text further explores the theological implications of the 'destroyer' and the 'Lord' passing over, suggesting a Trinitarian understanding of God's judgment and mercy. Ultimately, the sermon asserts that the eternal statute of Passover finds its fulfillment in the perpetual worship of Christ, whose grace alone distinguishes the redeemed from the condemned.

This sermon explores the Christian mandate to refuse personal vengeance and instead respond to enemies with active blessing and kindness. Drawing from Romans 12, the message distinguishes between divine justice and human revenge, urging believers to leave judgment to God while cultivating a heart free from bitterness. The text highlights three practical responses: praying for persecutors, maintaining honorable conduct in the wider world, and serving those who cause harm. By reflecting on the cross, where God loved His enemies, the sermon argues that overcoming evil is only possible through the grace of Christ, transforming hatred into compassion and ultimately winning over adversaries through unexpected mercy.

This sermon examines Paul's instruction in 2 Thessalonians regarding the necessity of work and the proper handling of idleness within the church. The speaker highlights that work is a divine gift and a command from God, countering the false teaching that the imminent return of Christ excuses believers from their daily responsibilities. The message emphasizes that church discipline must be rooted in brotherly love and personal confrontation rather than immediate exclusion, citing Paul's example of working to avoid being a burden. It argues that effective discipline relies on deep, intimate fellowship, ensuring that separation is felt as a loss that prompts repentance and restoration. The tone is pastoral and instructive, urging believers to address issues with patience and to maintain a community where members genuinely care for one another's spiritual well-being.

When we wrong someone, is saying "I'm sorry" enough? Sin often leaves real damage behind, and genuine repentance requires more than an apology. In Leviticus 5:14–6:7, the reparation offering reveals that our wrongdoing not only harms others but also offends the holy God to whom we belong. God calls His people to take responsibility for their sins and, wherever possible, repair the wrongs they have committed. Yet restitution cannot remove our guilt before God. Only the sacrifice He graciously provides can accomplish that. Ultimately, this offering points us to Jesus Christ, who bore our guilt and secured our forgiveness through His perfect sacrifice. Because of His grace, we can honestly acknowledge our sins, seek to restore what we have broken, and rest confidently in the forgiveness Christ has secured.

Grace is not "unconditional" or "irresistible" and is not of works. We will see that only a remnant of Jews in Israel have ever received the Gospel of Grace but that is the difference between the truth of Biblical Christianity and ALL false religion! Also Reference: Romans 11:5, Titus 3:4-6, Deuteronomy 8:20, Joshua 5:6, Genesis 2:16-17, Genesis 3:16-17, Psalm 69:19-21, Matthew 10:24-34 MUSIC: Hymn # 526 (G) "Bring Them In" Hymn # 509 (C) "Take Time To Be Holy" Hymn # 516 (C) "Is Your All On The Altar?" Hymn # 573 (G) "Onward, Christian Soldiers" https://bbfohio.com