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This sermon explores the enduring relevance of God's Word as presented in Matthew 5:17-20, emphasising that Jesus fulfilled the Law rather than abolishing it. The preacher outlines three practical applications for believers: to do God's commands through spiritual disciplines and reliance on the Holy Spirit, to disciple others by modeling obedience, and to diagnose one's spiritual state by examining the fruit of their lives. The message warns against mere outward religiosity while encouraging self-examination to ensure genuine faith in Christ. It concludes with an appeal for believers to pursue heartfelt obedience and for unbelievers to seek forgiveness through Jesus.

The sermon outlines the characteristics of a spiritually strong Christian by examining Paul's instructions to Timothy in 2 Timothy 2. It emphasizes that believers must obey God's command to be strong, convey the truth faithfully, and endure hardship with the dedication of a soldier who seeks only to please Christ. The text further illustrates spiritual maturity through the metaphors of an athlete competing according to rules and a farmer working diligently for a harvest. Ultimately, the message asserts that sanctification requires relentless effort, self-discipline, and reliance on divine grace rather than passive waiting.

This class explores the biblical definition of foolishness as the active rejection of God and His revealed truth, contrasting it with wisdom which is the application of God's knowledge. By examining passages from Romans, Matthew, Psalms, and Proverbs, the text establishes that foolishness manifests in denying God's existence, trusting in self-reliance, and ignoring divine correction. The preacher clarifies that while believers are wise in Christ, they can still act foolishly by disobeying His commands or living as if God does not exist. Key characteristics of a fool include arrogance, credulity, and a refusal to submit to Scripture's authority. Ultimately, the message calls for self-examination and reliance on Christ to overcome folly and pursue true wisdom.

The sermon examines the danger of false religiosity by analyzing Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees in Luke 11. It highlights how an obsession with external rituals and minor regulations often masks internal spiritual decay and neglects justice, mercy, and love for God. The message warns against elevating human traditions to the level of divine commandments, which leads to judgmental attitudes and hinders genuine faith. True purity is defined not by ceremonial washing but by a transformed heart that trusts in Christ's atoning work. Believers are urged to maintain holy living grounded in grace rather than legalistic burdens.

The Lord commanded Israel to redeem every firstling ass with a lamb. We look at the spiritual picture of grace and the gospel in this.

This sermon examines the tenth commandment, "You shall not covet," identifying it as the capstone of the moral law because it addresses the internal motives and desires of the heart rather than merely outward actions. The preacher explains that covetousness is rooted in discontent and envy, tracing its origin to Eve's temptation in Genesis and linking it to idolatry through the teachings of the Apostle Paul. By analyzing passages from Romans and Hebrews, the message emphasizes that the law reveals human sinfulness while simultaneously pointing believers toward true contentment in God's provision. The central argument asserts that freedom from covetousness requires a deep satisfaction with what God has provided, recognizing that He is sufficient for all needs. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a life of gratitude and spiritual fulfillment found solely in relationship with God.

The sermon explores the biblical principles of personal, family, and church responsibility in caring for the elderly and widows, drawing primarily from 1 Timothy 5. It addresses modern challenges such as the welfare state, professionalization of domestic roles, and retirement planning, urging believers to navigate these systems ethically without shirking their primary duties. While participating in government programs like Social Security is permissible, it never replaces the obligation of family members to provide care and be present. Additionally, the church retains a vital role in supporting those without familial support. Go will give us wisdom to balance present cultural realities with scriptural commands to build strong, loving community connections.

The sermon explores the tension between divine sovereignty and human responsibility through an exposition of Joshua chapters 18 and 19. Organized under three headings, Gathered Before the Lord, Sent Before the Lord, and Settled Before the Lord, Pastor David demonstrates from the text that God's prior victory over the land does not eliminate Israel's duty to actively possess their inheritance, but rather establishes it as a necessary act of obedient faith. The preacher connects this Old Testament narrative to the New Testament Great Commission, warning against passive hyper-Calvinism while emphasizing that believers must use appointed means to fulfill Christ's commands. The message concludes by encouraging believers to find contentment in God's providential rule and to persevere in mission, trusting in the presence of the risen King who has secured their ultimate spiritual inheritance.