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The Canons of Dort The Fifth Head of Doctrine – The Perseverance of the Saints ARTICLE 12 – This doctrine of perseverance (that the saints may never be lost) does not work pride in man, but works humility, reverence, piety, patience, prayer, endurance in suffering, confession of the truth, and rejoicing. This certainty of perseverance, however, is so far from exciting in believers a spirit of pride, or of rendering them carnally secure, that on the contrary it is the real source of humility, filial reverence, true piety, patience in every tribulation, fervent prayers, constancy in suffering and in confessing the truth, and of solid rejoicing in God; so that the consideration of this benefit should serve as an incentive to the serious and constant practice of gratitude and good works, as appears from the testimonies of Scripture and the examples of the saints. Not the source of pride. The source of humility. Canons of Dort: Certainty of perseverance does not make us careless. It makes us humble. Childlike reverence. Fervent prayer. Gratitude and good works —for the glory of the God who holds us. Not fire insurance.

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Come join us in worshiping the only true and living God, Father, Son, and Spirit! With singing and the reading of his word. Text today covers Romans 9:1-5

This sermon emphasizes the critical importance of studying the Bible with proper hermeneutical guidelines, specifically warning against adding to or subtracting from the text and advocating for the principle of using Scripture to interpret Scripture. The speaker illustrates these principles by correcting common misinterpretations of 1 Timothy 3:2 regarding pastoral qualifications and by analyzing the symbolic language in Revelation 12, where the woman represents Israel and the dragon represents Satan. The teaching connects the prophetic timeline of the Tribulation, the Rapture, and the eventual restoration of Israel, arguing that a faithful reading of passages like Isaiah 8 and Daniel 9 reveals that the 'flood' mentioned in Revelation is a military force rather than a natural disaster. The tone is instructional and corrective, urging believers to rely on the Holy Spirit for understanding and to avoid the pitfalls of forced interpretations or cultural biases that distort the clear meaning of God's Word.

Psalter selection: 91 A

This sermon examines the act of Jesus washing the disciples' feet as a profound symbol of His condescension and the necessity of divine cleansing for salvation. It contrasts the disciples' ambition for status with Christ's focus on His redemptive mission, highlighting that true greatness is found in humble service rather than ritual performance. The text explores the theological distinction between the once-for-all justification received through faith and the ongoing sanctification required in daily life, using the metaphor of a full bath versus washing one's feet. The preacher emphasizes that unless believers accept this cleansing from Christ, they have no part in His inheritance, urging the congregation to emulate Christ's mindset of selfless love and to view all acts of service as vital expressions of their faith.

This sermon examines the practical application of the doctrinal teachings in Hebrews, arguing that true faith requires active obedience rather than passive hearing. The message is structured around three key responses to Christ's victory: embracing the access to God's presence, heeding the warning against willful sin, and enduring through the remembrance of God's past faithfulness. It emphasizes that believers must draw near with confidence, hold fast to their profession, and provoke one another to love and good works. The tone is instructional and pastoral, urging the congregation to examine their hearts for sin and to maintain steady perseverance in the face of affliction. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a life characterized by doing the Word, relying on the Holy Spirit, and looking forward to the return of Christ.

Grab you Bible and join us from Whitemarsh Island Baptist Church as our Adult Sunday School begins a study of Paul's letters to the church at Corinth where he reminds a real church with real problems of it's foundation in the cross of Christ, the Lordship of Jesus, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and their hope for the future.