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The sermon explores Psalm 101 as a declaration of personal commitment to live in obedience and purity before God, framing the psalm's 'I will' and 'I will not' statements as a call to holy conduct in daily life. It emphasizes that true worship involves aligning one's heart and actions with God's character, rejecting wickedness, gossip, and deceit while embracing mercy and justice. The message connects David's royal responsibilities to the believer's duty to steward their household and influence, urging a deliberate separation from sin and a close fellowship with those who fear the Lord. Through illustrations of discipline, temptation, and the consequences of compromise, the text argues that a life of integrity is not accidental but requires constant vigilance and reliance on God's grace. Ultimately, the sermon points to Christ as the perfect example of obedience who fulfills the law on behalf of believers, offering hope and motivation for a life set apart for God's glory.

In this message marking a baptism at Grace Baptist Church, we consider the key to victory in winning the battle against sin. Although baptism does not save, it does point to realities that help us greatly to secure victory in our warfare against sin, temptation, and the enemy of our souls.

Psalm 11 is significant because it addresses the challenge of remaining faithful to God when society's moral and spiritual foundations appear to be collapsing. David faces advice to flee from danger, as the wicked prepare their weapons and attack the upright, prompting the question, "If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do?" (Psalm 11:3). Rather than surrendering to fear, David declares his trust in the LORD, who reigns from His holy throne, sees everything, examines the hearts of humanity, and will ultimately judge the wicked while upholding righteousness. In the context of "Foundations Crumbling," this psalm reminds believers that although earthly institutions, moral standards, and human security may fail, God's throne and righteous character remain unshaken. Christians are therefore called to stand firm in faith, resist the temptation to despair, and trust in God's sovereign justice and enduring righteousness, knowing that the LORD loves the righteous and remains their ultimate refuge even in times of widespread corruption and uncertainty.

First CRC of Prinsburg October 11, 2026 10:30 AM Matthew 4:1-11

This sermon explores the relationship between personal knowledge of God and the growth of faith, arguing that grace and peace are multiplied not merely through theological information but through intimate, relational communion with the Father and Jesus Christ. It emphasizes that true holiness and obedience flow from a heart transformed by the gospel, rather than from self-effort or legalistic rule-keeping, using the analogy of the law stirring up sin while the gospel subdues it. The message highlights that God's divine power has already granted believers all things pertaining to life and godliness, removing any excuse for failure. By anchoring hope in God's precious and very great promises, such as the return of Christ and the new heavens, believers are empowered to endure trials and resist temptation. The sermon concludes with an invitation to trust in these guaranteed promises as the source of strength for running the Christian race with endurance.

The sermon explores the profound emotional and spiritual struggle Jesus experienced in the Garden of Gethsemane, emphasizing that his agony stemmed from the weight of bearing humanity's sin and the impending separation from his Father. By examining the context of the Passion week and the theological implications of the 'cup of wrath,' the message highlights Jesus' full humanity and his deliberate choice to submit to the Father's will despite intense temptation and sorrow. The preacher contrasts Jesus' resolute obedience with the disciples' failure to watch and pray, illustrating the weakness of the flesh. This narrative serves as a pastoral invitation for believers to enter their own 'gardens' of trial with prayer, seeking the grace to endure suffering and submit to God's sovereign plan. The central theme is that while believers face their own cups of sorrow, they are never alone, as Christ walks with them through their trials.

00:54 Why would God create a temptation in the Garden of Eden for Adam and Eve to Sin? 12:32 Is it ever okay for Christians to lie? 19:58 What is our responsibility to encourage others to get out and vote especially when they say God is sovereign? 23:08 Should Christians who are infertile not try at all to get pregnant? 27:31 Do you believe in predestination to the degree that we have no say in our salvation? 33:44 What role should creeds play in a Christians life? 38:02 How do I respond to a Christian that says they don't need to get water baptized? 42:37 What does "shake off the dust from your feet" mean today regarding our evangelism? 45:57 Because Jude quotes Enoch, should be study the Book of Enoch? 52:44 What does Luke mean at the end of the parable of the persistent widow that when the Son of Man comes will he find faith on the earth?

The focus is on the last two temptations the devil used on Jesus.