An examination of John the Baptizer's testimony when questioned by the Jewish officials about who he was and what he was doing baptizing people if he was not the Messiah, Elijah or The Prophet. He was the voice preparing the way for the coming of the Christ as he called the people to repentance.

In this sermon we compare our willful sins against our Savior to the sins of the Jews and ask that God would give us a godly fear of Him.

Pastor Mark Hogan teaches on Psalm 110:3, explaining that Christ's current enthroned reign at the Father's right hand involves actively gathering a willing, definite people for Himself—the elect given to Him by the Father, as seen in Matthew 1:21, John 6, John 10, and Acts 18. He expounds that through the gospel, Christ powerfully makes these people willing, as demonstrated by the conversions of the Ethiopian eunuch and Lydia in Acts 8 and 16. The preacher emphasizes that Christ not only converts believers but consecrates them, adorning them with "the beauties of holiness" to become a holy priesthood zealous for good works, supported by Titus 2, Romans 12, and Revelation 1. The "dew of your youth" symbolizes Christ's numerous spiritual offspring gathered from all nations, fulfilling the promises to Abraham and Daniel's prophecy, as confirmed in Revelation 7:9-10. The main application is profound comfort: since the power for conversion rests entirely in Christ's atoning victory, pastors and believers can trust He is building His church even today. Consequently, believers are called to live in the beauties of holiness, fight the good fight of faith, and serve as consecrated priests, confident their destiny is to stand spotless with the great multitude in worship. The sermon closes with prayer for God to continue this gathering, make us willing servants, and produce holiness while awaiting the final consummation of His kingdom.

Our Sermon Text is Matthew 6:7-15, focusing on The Lord's Prayer and what that means, why it is important, and how we are to pray as Christians. Old Testament: 1 Kings 18:21; New Testament: Philippians 4:4-7.

Sermon | 1 John 2:7-8 | Sunday Evening Service, August 30, 2026. Preacher: Luke King This sermon explores the command to love one another as the primary evidence of genuine regeneration and Christian obedience. Drawing from 1 John, it contrasts the old moral law with the new reality fulfilled in Christ's sacrificial death. Luke King emphasizes that true love is not an outward show but a steadfast fruit of the Holy Spirit within the believer. It warns against selective affection and selfishness, urging believers to imitate Jesus' perfect obedience and humility. Ultimately, this love serves as the foundation for authentic Christian fellowship and a visible witness to the world. Visit Benoni Bible Church: www.benonibiblechurch.co.za Address: 149 President Brand Rd, Rynfield, Benoni - view on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oag383xq3U2b7RQN6 Copyright © 2026, Benoni Bible Church. All rights reserved.

TDuring the reign of the last Babylonian King, evil Belshazzar, Daniel saw another vision of Jesus and the Messianic Kingdom. Daniel saw Jesus approaching the Ancient of Days in Heaven. Jesus Christ, taking the title "Son of Man" from this prophecy, used it to refer to Himself (Mark 8:31; John 1:51). Then all the authority, glory, and sovereign power that had been exercised by rulers in the four kingdoms over all peoples, nations, and men of every language (Daniel 3:4, 7; 4:1; 5:19; 6:25) was transmitted to Him and those peoples worshiped Him. This has an origin of the Father's promise to the Son in Psalm 2:6–9, and will be fulfilled at Christ's Second Advent (Matthew 24:30; 25:31; Revelation 11:15). Then the Son of Man will establish an everlasting dominion or kingdom (Daniel 4:34; 7:27). That kingdom will never be conquered by another (Daniel 6:26). His reign will be established on earth for a thousand years (Revelation 20:1–6). At the end of the 1,000 years of Jesus' reign over the world's government, He will surrender the kingdom to God the Father, (The Ancient of Days). Then after which Christ will be appointed as Ruler over God's eternal kingdom forever (1 Corinthians 15:24–28).

Our final study of 2nd Samuel. David Numbers the men of Israel and causes 70,000 to DIE! Then David purchases a piece of property that eventually becomes the site of the Temple Mount. And exciting ending to this Book! Also Reference: Exodus 30:11-13, Numbers 15:32-36, John 10:35, Romans 3:4, Romans 8:28, 2 Chronicles 3:1, Genesis 3:24 https://bbfohio.com