If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (1 John 1:9) 1/ The path we are to take as sinners - Confess our sins . 2/ How God will bless - In Faithfulness and Justness . 3/ God's blessing - Forgiveness and cleansing from all unrighteousness . Sermon Summary The sermon emphasizes the necessity of confessing sins before God as a pathway to salvation, rooted in the assurance of His faithfulness and justice. It highlights that true conversion involves not only acknowledging sin but also embracing a life of ongoing repentance, turning away from deceitful hearts, and trusting in God's Word as the ultimate remedy. The message underscores the importance of identifying sin through God's law, recognizing the deceitful nature of the heart, and seeking cleansing from unrighteousness, ultimately finding peace and renewed life through faith in Jesus Christ and a commitment to resisting sin's power.

Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. (Psalm 16:11) 1/ Christ in Psalm 16 . 2/ The path of life described in the word of God . 3/ That which is beyond the grave for a believer . Sermon Summary The sermon centers on Psalm 16, interpreting it as a prophetic declaration of Christ's death, resurrection, and ascension, and its implications for believers. It emphasizes that the path of life is found only through faith in Christ. In him alone is salvation, deliverance from the power of the grave, preservation, holiness, and ultimately, eternal joy and blessings beyond the grave. The message underscores the importance of walking a narrow path of righteousness, trusting in God's promises, and anticipating a future resurrection and to be eternally with Christ, where believers will experience fullness of joy and eternal pleasures in His presence.

Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. (John 15:3) 1/ Three years the disciples had heard the word - Leviticus 19:23-24 2/ Judas had been expelled from among the disciples - John 13:10-11 & John 13:27-30 3/ Clean through the preaching of the word today. Sermon summary The sermon explores the cleansing power of God's Word, drawing parallels from Levitical law, the expulsion of Judas, and the ongoing purification of the Church. It emphasizes that believers are made clean not through works but through faith in Christ's sacrifice and through consistent engagement with Scripture, which serves as a source of truth, instruction, and ongoing sanctification. The message cautions against spiritual pride and the allure of novel teachings, urging listeners to remain grounded in the foundational truths of the Gospel and to discern between genuine spiritual guidance and the influence of error, ultimately highlighting the Lord as the faithful husbandman who prunes and nurtures His people through His unchanging Word. This sermon was preached live online from the UK into the Churches at Melbourne and Sydney, Australia. https://www.australianstrictbaptists.au/

But there is a God in heaven that revealeth secrets, and maketh known ..... (Daniel 2:28) 1/ "But" - a preparation for Daniels testimony . 2/ Daniels testimony - "There is a God in heaven" 3/ What the God in heaven does - " revealeth secrets, and maketh known." Sermon summary The sermon centers on the profound truth that there exists a God in heaven who reveals secrets and makes known the future, exemplified by the story of Daniel interpreting Nebuchadnezzar's dream. It emphasizes that God's power transcends human limitations, offering hope and guidance in impossible situations, and highlights the importance of prayer and reliance on divine wisdom. The message underscores that God's revelation extends beyond earthly matters, encompassing history and salvation, and ultimately points to the enduring truth that God is sovereign, actively involved in human affairs, and capable of bringing about His purposes even amidst adversity.

In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. (1 Kings 3:5) 1/ Asking God to give to us personally . 2/ Some things to be asked to be given . 3/ The proof of that given . Sermon summary The sermon explores the significance of approaching God in prayer, drawing from the account of Solomon's request for wisdom. It emphasizes the importance of articulating the reasons behind our petitions, mirroring Solomon's thoughtful rehearsal before asking, and highlights the Lord's willingness to bestow spiritual gifts like wisdom, The Holy Spirit, grace, and rest. The message underscores the need for faith and discernment in our requests, cautioning against asking for selfish or worldly desires, and ultimately affirms that God's provision will be evident through the transformative impact on our lives and the lives of those around us, demonstrating His grace and faithfulness.

For he performeth the thing that is appointed for me: and many such things are with him. (Job 23:14) 7 appointments of God shown to Job in his affliction. 1/ Appointed time - (Job 7:1) 2/ Wearisome nights appointed - (Job 7:3) 3/ God appointed his bounds - (Job 14:5) 4/ Waiting God's appointed time - (Job 14:14) 5/ The Heritage appointed for the wicked - (Job 20:29) 6/ God performs that which he has appointed - (Job 23:14) 7/ The house appointed for all living - (Job 30:23) Summary of the Sermon The sermon explores the profound concept of divine sovereignty, particularly as exemplified in the life of Job, asserting that even amidst affliction and suffering, God is orchestrating events according to his predetermined plan. It emphasizes that trials, wearisome nights, and even the timing of life and death are not random occurrences but rather appointments made by God, who performs them with purpose. The message underscores the importance of trusting in God's faithfulness and recognizing that He is ultimately in control, offering comfort and assurance that He is working for the good of those who love Him, even when circumstances appear bleak, and ultimately leading to a hope-filled anticipation of eternal union with Him. This sermon was preached at Ebenezer Chapel Southery, England.

Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire shall be to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee. And unto Adam he said, Because thou hast hearkened unto the voice of thy wife, and hast eaten of the tree, of which I commanded thee, saying, Thou shalt not eat of it: cursed is the ground for thy sake; in sorrow shalt thou eat of it all the days of thy life; Thorns also and thistles shall it bring forth to thee; and thou shalt eat the herb of the field; In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return. (Genesis 3:16-19) "Thorns also" 1/ The curse and it's cause . 2/ Symptoms of the curse . 3/ Symptoms of it's removal . Sermon Summary The sermon explores the concept of the curse and its removal, using the phrase "thorns also" from Genesis 3:18 as a central point of reflection. It examines the symptoms of the curse—pain in childbirth, labour in the fields, and the decay of creation—linking them to the broken law and eternal consequences. However, the sermon emphasizes that these symptoms are not the ultimate reality but rather indicators of a deeper malady. Ultimately, it highlights the Lord Jesus Christ as the ultimate removal of the curse, pointing to His suffering and sacrifice as the definitive cure, and encouraging listeners to recognize the spiritual blessings and evidence of salvation in their own lives; the symptoms of the removal of the curse through grace.

And surely your blood of your lives will I require; at the hand of every beast will I require it, and at the hand of man; at the hand of every man's brother will I require the life of man. Whoso sheddeth man's blood, by man shall his blood be shed: for in the image of God made he man. (Genesis 9:5-6) 1/ A life different to that of a beast. 2/ A life needing redemption. 3/ A life in the day of grace – a Soul to be saved. 4/ A life purchased by Christ. 5/ A life given by Christ – Eternal life. 6/ A life lived to the Lord whose we are. 7/ A life the Lord brings to himself. This sermon was preached after MPs in the House of Commons launched a serious assault on the sanctity of human life this week as on Tuesday 17 June 2025 they voted to decriminalise abortion up to birth, and on Friday 20 June to axe end-of-life protections, voting in favour of the assisted suicide Bill, despite passionate opposition. The Bill now goes to the House of Lords. Summary of Sermon: The sermon centers on the sanctity of human life, drawing heavily from Genesis 9 to underscore the profound difference between human and animal existence. It examines the biblical framework for understanding killing, differentiating between premeditated murder, accidental death, judicial punishment, and the unique implications of suicide and assisted suicide. The preacher emphasizes that human life is distinct due to its eternal soul, its redemption through Christ, and its ultimate purpose of glorifying God, ultimately asserting that while laws may challenge these principles, God remains sovereign and will not be thwarted in His plan for salvation. See Also https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/1129242237572962

Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not bread? and your labour for that which satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye that which is good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness. Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David. (Isaiah 55:1-3) 1/ An invitation of the Gospel . 2/ A loving rebuke . 3/ The promises of the Gospel following a repeated invitation . The sermon centers on an invitation to spiritual blessing, drawing from Isaiah 55 to address the longing for eternal life and the provision through grace. It emphasizes that salvation isn't found in ourselves but in freely receiving God's provision through Jesus Christ, a concept illustrated through natural analogies like buying wine and milk without cost, mirroring the gospel's gift of forgiveness and eternal life. The message underscores that this invitation is directed toward those already made receptive through divine work, those who recognize their spiritual poverty and are willing to incline their ear to God's word, ultimately leading to the everlasting covenant and the sure mercies of David.

Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. (John 15:13) 1/ How the love of God is shown . 2/ How it is evidenced in those for whom Christ died . 3/ The relationship enjoyed between Christ and his people - friends . A PDF hymn sheet is below. A morning devotion taken at Milward House, Tunbridge Wells, Pilgrim Home, in the lounge with about 20 aged Pilgrims. Sermon summary The sermon centers on the profound love of God demonstrated through Jesus' sacrifice, drawing heavily from John 15's parable of the vine and the emphasis on abiding in Christ to bear fruit. It explores how this love is shown through Jesus laying down his life, evidenced in believers' obedience and love for one another, and ultimately manifests as a cherished friendship where Jesus shares intimate knowledge received from the Father. The message underscores the importance of recognizing Jesus as a friend who provides guidance, forgiveness, and a relationship rooted in divine love, ultimately calling listeners to imitate Christ's selfless love and remain connected to Him to experience abundant life and fulfil God's purpose for them.