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Preparatory Lord's Day 20 1. Who He Is 2. What He Does Psalters: 93, 16A, 143B, 139C

John 13:21-26 (KJV) When Jesus had thus said, he was troubled in spirit, and testified, and said, Verily, verily, I say unto you, that one of you shall betray me. 22 Then the disciples looked one on another, doubting of whom he spake. 23 Now there was leaning on Jesus' bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved. 24 Simon Peter therefore beckoned to him, that he should ask who it should be of whom he spake. 25 He then lying on Jesus' breast saith unto him, Lord, who is it? 26 Jesus answered, He it is, to whom I shall give a sop, when I have dipped it. And when he had dipped the sop, he gave it to Judas Iscariot, the son of Simon.

This sermon examines the persecution faced by the early church in Thessalonica, illustrating how trials strengthen faith and demonstrate God's righteous judgment. It emphasizes that suffering for righteousness is a token of God's approval and leads to ultimate rest and vengeance against those who reject the gospel. Pastor Wilkins stresses that salvation is found solely in Jesus Christ through faith in His finished work, not through religious rituals or good works. By relying on the Holy Spirit's power, believers are enabled to live godly lives and glorify Christ. The message concludes with an urgent call to accept the gift of eternal life by trusting in Christ's sacrifice for sin.

Bible Reading: John 14:1-14;27-31 (KJV) Sermon Text: John 14:27 (KJV) "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." The Christian should: 1. Always look to Christ for his peace. 2. Never look to the world for its peace. 3. Enjoy the peace that the world gives. The sermon explores the supernatural peace offered by Jesus Christ, contrasting it with the temporary and superficial peace of the world. Drawing primarily from John 14:27 and Romans 5, the message establishes that true peace is a gift secured through Christ's sacrificial death and received by faith, resulting in reconciliation with God. The Holy Spirit serves as the Comforter who indwells believers, enabling them to maintain this peace amidst life's trials and external chaos. The preacher urges listeners to reject worldly anxieties and instead anchor their hearts in the finished work of the cross. Ultimately, the text calls for a continuous reliance on Christ to enjoy and let His peace rule within the believer's heart.

The Growing Glorification of Jesus Christ The sermon explores the spiritual motto 'He must increase, but I must decrease' derived from John the Baptist's life and ministry. It identifies a competitive spirit as the primary hindrance to glorifying Jesus Christ, often arising from comparison and controversy among believers. Conversely, a comprehending spirit enhances this glory by recognizing that all gifts come from God and accepting one's specific role in His plan. The preacher challenges listeners to examine their own motives, urging them to prioritize Christ's prominence over personal reputation or success. Ultimately, the message calls for a lifestyle of humility where self diminishes so that Jesus may be fully exalted.

Outline: Gospel Conclusions Romans 8:31 There are two important issues in the text, and they are intertwined. One question shows how the other question is answered. I. The Question "If God be for us, who can be against us?' Because the question is about Christians, the question is retorical. II. Paul's Reasoning "What shall we say to these things?" This not only supports the other question, it is a call to compare Scripture with Scripture and use "good and necessary inference." III. The Biblical Answer The declaration of all of God's Word is that we shall be victorious.

This sermon establishes Sabbath keeping as a vital spiritual discipline that fosters discernment, maturity, and faithfulness. Drawing primarily from Revelation 1, the speaker argues that believers should gather on the first day of the week to celebrate Jesus' resurrection rather than adhering strictly to the Old Testament Sabbath. The message emphasizes that the Lord's Day is designed for rest and remembrance, serving as a liberty for humanity and a worship offering to God. It challenges listeners to guard this day from cultural profanation by prioritizing divine principles over personal convenience or rigid legalism. Ultimately, faithful observance of this day provides a foretaste of eternal rest and aligns the believer with God's holy structure.

"What is Your Mindset?" Romans 8:5-8 Rev. Rhett Dodson Sunday 6:00pm 8-9-2026 https://gracechurchpca.org.

In this sermon from Exodus 20, Dylan Joyner examines the Second Commandment and explains how the one true God is to be rightly worshiped. While the First Commandment teaches that we must have no other gods, the Second Commandment addresses how God Himself must be worshiped—not according to human imagination, creativity, or preference, but according to what He has commanded in His Word. The sermon explains that God forbids His people from using idols, images, or created things to represent Him in worship. Because God is spirit, infinite, eternal, and unchangeable, nothing in creation can adequately portray who He is. Any attempt to depict God necessarily falls short of His true glory and character. Dylan also explains how the Second Commandment provides the moral foundation for the regulative principle of worship: Christians are called to receive, observe, and preserve the worship and ordinances that God has appointed in Scripture, while rejecting forms of worship that He has not commanded. The sermon also addresses the use of images of Jesus, arguing that because Jesus Christ is truly God and truly man in one person, images of Christ cannot be separated from His divine identity. Instead of knowing God through images, believers are called to know Him through His Word and through Jesus Christ, the true image of the invisible God. Ultimately, the Second Commandment exposes the idolatry of the human heart and drives us to the gospel. Through Christ's perfect life, death, resurrection, and righteousness, believers are enabled to turn from false worship, love God more fully, and worship Him according to His Word.

The sermon explores the biblical mandate and joy of corporate worship, emphasizing that believers are commanded to praise God in spirit and truth. It highlights singing as a response to divine deliverance and the observation of sacraments as reminders of the New Covenant and union with Christ. The message encourages daily rejoicing through memorized hymns and joyful giving to support ministry and fellow believers. Ultimately, it calls the congregation to live as a kingdom of priests, continually showing forth God's glory in all aspects of life.