This message explores the gravity of God's justice and the precarious state of humanity, drawing from Deuteronomy 32 and Isaiah 59 to emphasize that all individuals, regardless of their perceived righteousness, are vulnerable to divine wrath. It highlights the sovereignty of God and the necessity of embracing Christ as the sole mediator, demonstrating that true hope lies in trusting Jesus's sacrifice and receiving his righteousness.

God's Word should determine how you live your life and serve Christ.

God provides faithful servants who meet specific qualifications to advance the ministry of the church. The sermon emphasizes God's provision of faithful servants who meet specific qualifications to advance the ministry of the local church. It explores the biblical requirements for deacons, highlighting the importance of spiritual integrity, proven character, and faithfulness within the family, demonstrating that service leads to spiritual growth and boldness in the faith. The message underscores that all believers, regardless of their role, have opportunities to serve, and that true ministry is not about buildings or budgets, but about loving, knowing, and serving the Lord with a pure conscience.

This sermon explores the challenging realities of God's justice and the exclusivity of salvation through Jesus Christ, addressing contemporary theological trends that seek to soften or deny these truths. Drawing from Scripture, particularly John 3:16, the message confronts the sobering fact that people are dying and going to hell, examining perspectives ranging from pluralism and inclusivism to annihilationism, while ultimately affirming the biblical doctrine of conscious, eternal punishment as a necessary consequence of rejecting God's offer of grace. The preacher urges listeners to embrace the urgency of sharing the gospel, warning against complacency and emphasizing the responsibility to warn others of the consequences of their choices, grounded in the unwavering truth of God's word.

People who possess spiritual leadership must demonstrate integrity in their private and public lives..

This sermon explores the complexities of divine judgment, particularly concerning the conquest of Canaan, arguing that it reflects God's righteous condemnation of sin and his unwavering commitment to justice. Drawing from Joshua 6 and Deuteronomy 7, the message emphasizes that the destruction of Canaan was not merely an act of ethnic cleansing but a consequence of persistent rebellion against God, while also highlighting God's mercy and grace extended to individuals like Rahab and the Gibeonites, demonstrating that salvation remains available to all who call upon him. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding of God's character, the seriousness of sin, and the transformative power of Christ's atonement, urging listeners to witness the gospel and remain patient in anticipation of God's ultimate reward.

Alongside themes of God's mercy and love, the justice of Jehovah plays a major role in the Biblical storyline. How are Christians in the age of grace supposed to understand these passages, let alone apply them to our personal lives? For example, can a Christian pray the imprecatory Psalms? Are the warning passages in Hebrews hypothetical? Does "hell" involve literal punishment? Does God care when people sin against me? How can I reconcile the God of wrath in the Old Testament and the Jesus of grace in the New? Join Dr. Kristopher Endean, Dean of Students and Head of the Bible and Theology Department at International Baptist College and Seminary, as he continues this study to better appreciate - and apply - the justice of Jesus, God's Messiah, through Biblical stories, poetry, and prophecy.

Because Jesus is the ultimate Son of Man, you must worship, obey, and exalt Him.