Ten Commandments on SermonAudio

When it says that "it came to pass after many days", we are to understand that it was the better part of a year and a half. Elijah had probably been about a year in the wilderness near the Brook Cherith, and probably about another year to a year and a half with the widow of Zarephath. Now the time had come, it says here, for Elijah to go and present himself to Ahab. And so, God gave Elijah this command by a direct revelation to his mind, that he should go and confront wicked Ahab, and then God would send rain on the earth. And so, Elijah went. The famine was severe in Samaria and things were getting quite desperate; especially in terms of water for the cattle. And so, wicked king Ahab called Obadiah, it says in verse 3, to tell him what he wanted him to do. Obadiah was in charge of Ahab's house as a steward. But what is even more significant for our consideration, is the fact which is related to us in the parenthesis in verse 3, where it says – Now Obadiah feared the Lord greatly. It is this statement that I want to focus your attention on, and draw lessons from it. What did this mean, that Obadiah feared the Lord greatly? And, what will it look like for us if we fear the Lord greatly? That is what we want to try and discover. So, 1st of all, we want to see that there are different kinds of the fear of the Lord which are described for us in the Bible. And 2nd – We want to see that there are different degrees of the fear of the Lord among those who really do know the Lord. Let's see if we can grow in our understanding of this vital doctrine, the fear of the Lord.

This sermon explores the Apostle Paul's exhortation in 2 Thessalonians 3 to maintain a diligent work ethic while awaiting Christ's return. The preacher argues that work is a God-given mandate and gift, contrasting it with the sin of idleness which leads to disorder and meddling. By examining the context of the Thessalonian church, the message emphasizes that believers must model hard labor, avoid enabling slackers, and practice restorative church discipline. Ultimately, faithful obedience in daily responsibilities brings glory to God and fosters the peace that comes from a right relationship with Him.

In this sermon from 1 Peter 3, Dylan Joyner explains how Christians should faithfully engage a world that is hostile toward Christ and His people. Scripture does not call believers to attack the culture with worldly weapons, nor does it call them to withdraw from the world entirely. Instead, Christians are called to stand confidently in the midst of opposition, trusting Christ and refusing to fear man. Peter gives two central commands: fear no one and honor Christ the Lord as holy. Although believers may experience persecution and suffering for righteousness' sake, nothing can ultimately harm those who are secure in Christ. Even suffering becomes an occasion for blessing, giving Christians every reason to live with confidence and joy rather than fear. The sermon also emphasizes Peter's command to always be prepared to give a defense for the hope within us. Biblical apologetics is not reserved for pastors, scholars, or professional debaters. Every Christian is called to know what he believes, understand why he believes it from Scripture, and be prepared to explain the gospel when opportunities arise. How Christians defend the faith matters as much as being prepared to defend it. Peter commands believers to speak with gentleness and respect, maintaining a good conscience even when they are slandered. Through the righteousness of Christ, believers can fear no man, endure suffering faithfully, proclaim the gospel boldly, and engage the unbelieving world with confidence and joy.

The sermon emphasizes the sanctity of marriage and the seriousness of divorce by examining Malachi 2 and Matthew 19, asserting that God hates putting asunder what He has joined. It warns against distorting Scripture to suit personal desires, criticizing modern trends in Bible translation and parenting that drift from biblical truth. The preacher stresses that true faith requires obedience to God's commandments rather than relying on legalistic loopholes or cultural shifts. Believers are urged to remain faithful to their marital vows and to the Word of God, avoiding the destruction that comes from following human wisdom over divine instruction. Ultimately, the message calls for humility, repentance, and a steadfast commitment to living Christ-like lives in anticipation of eternity.

This sermon explores the fifth commandment by establishing that love for God is fundamentally demonstrated through how one relates to other people. The speaker identifies God's sovereign providence as the foundation for this ethic, arguing that He ordains all relational positions and authorities. The central focus is defined as relational authority serving as a test of genuine love for God, extending beyond family dynamics to all social interactions. Christ is presented as the sole fulfiller of this commandment through His sinless obedience in every relationship, providing the necessary righteousness for believers. The ultimate fruit of understanding this truth is a God-centered and gospel-driven reformation of all human relationships, aligning all earthly relationships with heavenly order and harmony.

The sermon exposes the danger of legalism by analyzing Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees in Matthew 15, demonstrating how man-made rules replace genuine devotion. It argues that legalism produces heartless worship, where outward rituals mask a distant and unengaged soul, contrasting this with God's desire for inner transformation and sincere love. The preacher warns against both Roman Catholic sacramentalism and evangelical will-worship, asserting that neither approach honors God when it relies on human invention rather than divine command. True worship requires a renewed heart aligned with the truth of Scripture, rejecting any practices not explicitly ordained by God. Believers are urged to examine their own hearts and commit to worshipping God exclusively in the manner He has revealed.