Ten Commandments on SermonAudio

2Ki 21:1 Manasseh was twelve years old when he began to reign, and reigned fifty and five years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Hephzibah. 2Ki 21:2 And he did that which was evil in the sight of the LORD, after the abominations of the heathen, whom the LORD cast out before the children of Israel. 2Ki 21:3 For he built up again the high places which Hezekiah his father had destroyed; and he reared up altars for Baal, and made a grove, as did Ahab king of Israel; and worshipped all the host of heaven, and served them. 2Ki 21:4 And he built altars in the house of the LORD, of which the LORD said, In Jerusalem will I put my name. 2Ki 21:5 And he built altars for all the host of heaven in the two courts of the house of the LORD. 2Ki 21:6 And he made his son pass through the fire, and observed times, and used enchantments, and dealt with familiar spirits and wizards: he wrought much wickedness in the sight of the LORD, to provoke him to anger. 2Ki 21:7 And he set a graven image of the grove that he had made in the house, of which the LORD said to David, and to Solomon his son, In this house, and in Jerusalem, which I have chosen out of all tribes of Israel, will I put my name for ever: 2Ki 21:8 Neither will I make the feet of Israel move any more out of the land which I gave their fathers; only if they will observe to do according to all that I have commanded them, and according to all the law that my servant Moses commanded them. 2Ki 21:9 But they hearkened not: and Manasseh seduced them to do more evil than did the nations whom the LORD destroyed before the children of Israel. etc.

The kids message explores the Sixth Commandment through the metaphor of a traffic light to teach children how to value human life. It emphasizes that because humans are made in God's image, taking life is strictly forbidden, while preserving it is required. The teaching urges believers to slow down and resist hatred in their hearts before anger leads to sin. Finally, it encourages active protection of others by obeying safety rules and praying for divine help. This approach connects theological principles with practical daily conduct for young listeners.

The sermon explores the theological concept of spiritual maturity as a progressive movement through history from creation to redemption. It draws parallels between the biblical narrative of Noah and the structured order of Christian worship, suggesting that each element of the service mirrors stages of salvation such as calling, cleansing, and consecration. The speaker emphasizes that while specific liturgical orders are not explicitly commanded in Scripture, they reflect a broader biblical pattern of moving from hearing God's word to active obedience. This framework allows believers to understand their worship as a microcosm of God's redemptive work in the world. Ultimately, the message encourages a view of worship that facilitates communion with God while commissioning believers to engage in good works within the world.

These Pharisees and scribes had made the law something that was dishonoring to God making it the works of men and the laws of men. They had reduced this broad commandment to a fine point, keeping the letter of the Law and not understanding the spirit of the Law.

The sermon explores the biblical tension between Jesus' command to let one's yes be yes and the Old Testament practice of making solemn vows. It defines an oath as a serious commitment invoking God as witness, arguing that Christians should generally avoid frivolous swearing because their character should inherently reflect God's truthfulness. The preacher clarifies that while casual oaths are prohibited, lawful and weighty commitments made before authorities remain valid religious acts when done with reverence. Ultimately, believers are called to uphold their word not out of fear of penalty, but to mirror the faithful nature of God who kept His promise through Christ's sacrifice.

Continuing a study through the seven dispensations, the preacher examines the era between the fall of man and the flood. Beginning in Genesis 3, he shows how Satan's temptation mixed true statements with fatal omissions, and traces the consequences of Adam's transgression: shame, separation from God, and a cursed ground that yielded thorns without rain. He compares what was commanded then with what changed afterward, noting that men ate only from the ground until Genesis 9, that the curse on the earth was lifted after the flood, and that human lifespans were shortened to 120 years. He then takes up the sons of God of Genesis 6, arguing from Job, Jude, and 2 Peter that these were angels who left their first estate and are reserved in chains unto judgment. Throughout, he urges confidence in the plain words of Scripture over the shifting claims of modern criticism.

Scripture Reading: Psalm 141 Text: HC LD 41 1) Pursue Purity 2) Pursue Purity Together