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This sermon explores the theological concept of spiritual liberty as presented in 2 Corinthians 3:17, contrasting the natural state of human slavery to sin with the freedom found in Christ. It argues that true liberty is not merely political or social, but a spiritual reality where the Holy Spirit breaks the dominion of sin and removes the veil of blindness, allowing believers to see God by faith. The message emphasizes that this freedom is sustained by the infinite strength of the Spirit rather than human effort, leading to a secure salvation that includes both present deliverance from guilt and future glorification. The preacher urges the audience to reject the counterfeit freedoms of Satan and to rest in the assured victory and eternal security provided by Jesus Christ.

This sermon explores the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints through the lens of 2 Thessalonians 3, emphasizing that Christian security rests not on human strength but on the unchanging faithfulness of God. The message contrasts the faithlessness of men, including false believers and external opponents, with the sovereign preservation of God's people, who are guarded by Christ despite the attacks of Satan and the world. Drawing on the example of Peter and the imagery of Pilgrim's Progress, the teaching illustrates that God sustains believers through the means of grace, such as prayer, preaching, and fellowship, rather than removing them from spiritual warfare. The tone is both convicting and comforting, urging believers to reject cynicism about the church's failures and instead find assurance in the fact that God begins and finishes the work of salvation. Ultimately, the sermon calls for active participation in the life of the church and transparent prayer, trusting that the Lord who elected believers will preserve them to the end.

This sermon examines the spiritual opposition faced by the returning exiles in Ezra 4, highlighting the inevitability of satanic attacks when God's people seek to build His house. The central message warns that the enemy often employs subtle, deceptive tactics, such as false fellowship, to infiltrate and discourage the church before resorting to overt hostility. The preacher emphasizes the critical need for discerning leadership and the congregation to recognize these covert threats, noting that the greatest danger to the church is not external persecution but internal compromise and the mixing of light with darkness. The discourse further illustrates how discouragement can paralyze spiritual progress, leading to apathy and a cessation of God's work, as seen in the eighteen-year halt of the temple construction. Finally, the sermon calls for a robust response to spiritual weariness through urgent, collective prayer, urging believers to rely on God's strength rather than yielding to fatigue or defeat.

Today's sermon explores the second petition of the Lord's Prayer, 'Thy kingdom come,' by examining its theological depth through the lens of John Calvin and various Reformed catechisms. Pastor Jason argues that this petition is not redundant but essential for addressing human spiritual lethargy, requiring believers to pray with understanding rather than mere recitation. The central message outlines three specific goals for this prayer: the destruction of Satan's kingdom, the advancement of the kingdom of grace, and the hastening of the kingdom of glory. By defining the 'kingdom' as the dynamic rule and reign of God, the sermon emphasizes that prayer aligns human desires with God's sovereign plan, acknowledging human impotence while trusting in divine power. Ultimately urging the congregation to cultivate knowledge, love for the church, and faith to pray effectively for God's ultimate triumph.

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Le combat spirituel se déroule simultanément sur trois fronts. Dieu nous fait comprendre que le combat contre la chair, le monde et les puissances spirituelles constitue un seul et même combat spirituel. Ce qui caractérise le combat chrétien, ce n'est pas d'abord l'identité de l'adversaire, mais la nature des armes que Dieu nous donne (Ép 6.13-18 ; 2 Co 10.3-5). En effet, nous pouvons chercher à mener ce combat d'une manière charnelle, en recourant aux armes de la chair plutôt qu'aux moyens que Dieu a établis. Dans certains milieux, on enseigne couramment que, pour obtenir la victoire sur certains esprits, il faut consulter un pasteur spécialisé dans ce domaine ou possédant un don particulier. Pourtant, chercher l'intercession d'une autre personne comme solution à nos combats spirituels peut devenir une manière d'éviter notre propre responsabilité : celle de revêtir nous-mêmes les armes que Dieu nous a données. Puisque Christ a vaincu les puissances sataniques, notre objectif n'est pas de remporter une nouvelle victoire sur elles, mais de tenir ferme dans la victoire qu'il a déjà acquise. Christ a remporté la victoire décisive sur les puissances des ténèbres. Les croyants ne sont donc pas appelés à accomplir une nouvelle victoire sur elles, mais à demeurer fermes dans la victoire de Christ. Nous ne cherchons pas à vaincre Satan par une puissance qui nous serait propre ; nous nous appuyons sur l'œuvre achevée de Christ et nous tenons ferme en revêtant l'armure de Dieu. https://www.espoir95.net

This sermon examines the narrative of Judas Iscariot's betrayal in Luke 22, identifying five distinct marks of ultimate betrayal: plotting instead of worship, being filled with Satan rather than the Spirit, seeking to betray rather than proclaim, pursuing profit rather than service, and seeking opportunity for evil. The exposition highlights the severity of this sin, noting that Judas was an apostle who had walked closely with Jesus, yet his actions revealed a hard, unbelieving heart. The message contrasts this with the experience of Peter, who also failed but was restored because his heart retained a genuine love for Christ. The central challenge is for listeners to examine their own spiritual condition, distinguishing between surface-level religiosity and a true, abiding love for Jesus that provides assurance and restoration.

When satan leads the charge to assassinate our character before the throne of God, he has quite a bit of ammunition. Each day we do or think things, or fail to do or think things, that could be brought against us. And yet God's grace and mercy continue to pour out still, and the accuser of the brethren has no way to condemn us. Why? What do we have before the Lord? We have a great High Priest! He is our Advocate, our Attorney Who pleads our case. He justifies us. Let us join in praise for a God Who fully pardons!