In this text, Paul begins explaining that religion and morality apart from repentance and faith in Jesus has no ability to save a soul from God's wrath.

In this passage, the writer of Hebrews continues introducing the superior One.

Lamedh—Here we're reminded of how God's Word and Works reveal His faithfulness to the psalmist and us.

Kaph. Here the Psalmist expresses his deepest longings which are the desires to love God and to live for God according to His Word in totality.

In this passage, we see precisely how God's wrath progresses in a society that is hardened against Him.

In this psalm, the congregation in Israel cries out to the nations—compelling them to praise God for His wonderful works.

In this text, we are informed precisely how John the Baptist lost his life.

In this text, Paul focuses on God's wrath against humankind because of our willful denial that He is Who He is.

Here the Psalmist praises God for His creation, salvation, continual sanctification and constant compassion shown to His followers. He hopes to shine forth his passion for God and His word through his life and through the communication of God's Word to others so that they too can find their supreme satisfaction and joy in God and His Word.

This sermon lays a foundation for our upcoming study of the wonderful book of Hebrews.