This sermon examines the character of Barnabas, highlighting his role as an encourager and faithful steward through his actions in Acts 11. The preacher emphasizes the importance of almsgiving and integrity in handling finances, contrasting Barnabas's trustworthiness with the deceit of Judas Iscariot. By recounting Barnabas and Saul's journey to deliver relief to Jerusalem during a famine, the message underscores the necessity of completing ministry tasks despite surrounding persecution. The narrative connects these events to the broader themes of prayer, revival, and God's sovereignty in the early church. Ultimately, the transcript calls believers to demonstrate faithfulness in stewardship as a test of their spiritual maturity and readiness for greater responsibilities.

The sermon centers on the biblical qualifications for church elders as outlined in Titus 1:5–9, emphasizing that mature churches require men of godly character who reflect Christ's own nature. It highlights the necessity of spiritual maturity, moral integrity, and familial faithfulness, with specific qualifications ranging from being above reproach and the husband of one wife to managing one's household well and avoiding greed, anger, and self-will. The preacher underscores that these standards are not cultural but divinely ordained, rooted in Scripture and essential for the church's health and credibility. Drawing from both Titus and 1 Timothy, the message calls for a return to biblical leadership, rejecting worldly criteria like charisma or education in favor of Christ-like character, and applies these principles by urging the church to examine a man's family life as a true test of his suitability for leadership. Ultimately, the sermon presents Christ as the perfect model of the elder, calling all believers to aspire toward His holiness and faithfulness.

In Galatians 4:1-20, Paul employs the analogy of a minor heir who lives like a slave under guardians and stewards until he reaches maturity. This illustrates how believers were once in bondage under the law and the elemental principles of the world. God sent forth His Son—born of a woman, born under the law—to redeem those under the law, so that we might receive the adoption as sons. Because we are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son into our hearts, crying "Abba, Father!" We are therefore no longer slaves but full heirs.

Genesis 41:33-36

The Westminster Larger Catechism is an oft-neglected treasure house of clearly stated biblical doctrine. In this class, we are opening the doors of the treasure house to handle and steward truths old and new for the people of God. This session continues in our consideration of the duty which God requires of men, covering the use of the moral law.

A new MP3 sermon from Reformation Covenant Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Fruit of the Spirit: Self-Control

Subtitle: Women's Breakfast Talks

Speaker: Rachel Cogbill

Broadcaster: Reformation Covenant Church

Event: Devotional

Date: 8/24/2024

Length: 28 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Crossroad Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Our Christian Responsibility to One Another

Speaker: Stephen Shumate

Broadcaster: Crossroad Baptist Church

Event: Sunday Service

Date: 8/25/2024

Bible: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Length: 47 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Reformed Baptist Church of Fort Worth is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Stop Stealing (Part 2)

Subtitle: Ephesians

Speaker: Rev. Hamp Linehan

Broadcaster: Reformed Baptist Church of Fort Worth

Event: Sunday - AM

Date: 8/25/2024

Bible: Ephesians 4:28

Length: 52 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Living Hope Bible Church SA is now available on SermonAudio with the following details:

Title: Stewardship and Singleness

Subtitle: Stewardship

Speaker: Denver Solomon

Broadcaster: Living Hope Bible Church SA

Event: Sunday Service

Date: 8/25/2024

Bible: 1 Corinthians 7

Length: 67 min.