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The sermon concludes a series on the reliability of Scripture by addressing the common misconception that the Bible is too difficult for ordinary believers to understand. It introduces the theological concept of perspicuity, arguing that God's revelation is sufficiently clear for salvation and daily obedience despite some complex passages. By examining the preface of the King James translators and biblical examples of translation refinement, the message affirms that multiple faithful translations serve to clarify rather than obscure God's truth. The preacher emphasizes that while not every verse is equally easy, the core doctrines are manifest, urging believers to study with humility and confidence. Ultimately, the goal of understanding Scripture is not intellectual debate but faithful obedience to God's commands.

Is the Bible in your hands, and in the hands of those to whom you give it, God's Word? That it is untampered with; no additions; no subtractions. That it is complete and therefore honoured by Him who has caused it to be written in Psalm 138.2, 'thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name'. If this is desirable of a translation which you are to use, and the church to use, must we not think that in earlier times the Greek-speaking Christians whose native language the New Testament was also wanted to know that the Bible in their hands was God's Word? Read this article to learn how we can know that we have the faithfully preserved Word of God. To read the article: https://www.tbsbibles.org/page/[ARTICLE] To learn more about TBS: https://www.tbsbibles.org/ This lecture was first given by Pastor Michael Harely, and the transcribed and edited article was narrated using artificial intelligence.

This study explores Prince Emmanuel's final address to the city of Mansoul in John Bunyan's The Holy War, focusing on why God allows original sin to remain in the regenerate. Guided by Alexander Whyte's commentary, we see that Christ leaves these internal remnants not out of weakness, but in divine wisdom to foster genuine humility, keep faith active, and demonstrate His long-suffering mercy. Classic commentators like George Burder provide essential historical and doctrinal context for translating Bunyan's military metaphors into daily Christian experience, while John Owen's Indwelling Sin supplies the clinical theological framework distinguishing between sin reigning and sin dwelling. Complemented by the intimate, searching prayers of Philip Doddridge, the discussion ultimately encourages weary believers to maintain constant vigilance, refuse any truce with remaining corruption, and take heart in Emmanuel's ultimate command and promise: "Hold fast till I come."

The sermon expounds on the doctrine of redemption found in Colossians 1, defining it as the deliverance of sinners from captivity through the payment of a ransom. It highlights Jesus Christ as both Creator and Sustainer who became incarnate to pay the infinite price of His own blood for humanity's sins. The message emphasizes that only those who place their faith in Christ are translated from darkness into light and receive the full forgiveness of sins. It contrasts the sufficiency of Christ's atoning work with the inability of human effort or mere moral improvement to save. Finally, it issues an urgent call to unbelievers to repent and trust in Jesus alone for salvation before it is too late.

When Adam and Eve sinned, God slew an animal to make skins of clothing for Adam and Eve, thus establishing the fact that if a man wants to be right with God, have his sins forgiven, blood would be needed to be shed. And with the expulsion of the couple from the Garden, God established that from now now, a relationship with God would be 'by faith'. 'The Just shall live by his faith. Beginning with Hebrews 11:4, the preacher illustrates what it means to live by faith, by noting some of the heroes of faith. From Abel, we learn what it means to worship by faith. Abel offered his animal blood sacrifice by faith. And because he offered a better sacrifice, he obtained righteousness. And because he obtained a good report card, he speaks to us today of what it means to worship by faith. After Abel came Enoch. Enoch teaches us what it means to Walk by Faith. Enoch experienced the same close intimate relationship with God that Adam and Eve forfeited. He too was a righteous man who lived with fellowship with God. Walking with God implies reconciliation with God, the moral fitness to do so, surrender to God's authority, and continuing faith. Enoch walked with God for 300 years. He also stood for God, preaching to his generation about impending judgment. And after 300 years, Enoch walked into heaven, God taking him home without Enoch experiencing death. He was translated without dying. He was the first, but not the last. For the promise for believers alive at the return of Jesus, that they too will be taken to heaven without experiencing physical death! From Enoch we learn what it means to walk by faith, not by sight.

The sermon challenges believers to move beyond mere good intentions and translate their faith into decisive action. Drawing from Joshua's call in chapter 24, the message emphasizes that true devotion requires a wholehearted commitment to serve God without hypocrisy or hindrance. It highlights the necessity of fearing the Lord, adhering strictly to His Word, and discarding any sin or distraction that impedes spiritual progress. The preacher urges the audience to make an immediate, concrete choice for Christ rather than delaying their response indefinitely. Ultimately, the text calls for a settled conviction that results in tangible steps toward living a life fully dedicated to God.