Tribulation on SermonAudio

The book of James is written to Believers to teach them the proper response of faith. How does Spirit-wrought faith respond to things which try our faith and our brethren?

Principal Dwight Creech brings a chapel message to the Calvary Christian School Body. We hope you will listen and comprehend these critically important thoughts.

Titus 2:13 "Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;" King James Version

The gospel of peace in Ephesians 6:15 is a call to stand firm against evil. Believers possess a God given peace that transcends all circumstances allowing Christians to endure trials and tribulations.

This sermon examines the characteristics that made the Thessalonian church a model for all believers, highlighting their salvation, service, and hope. The message outlines a threefold presentation of the gospel found in the text: the preaching of the Word, the power of the Holy Spirit, and the necessity of a personal testimony that aligns with one's profession of faith. It emphasizes that salvation is not merely for personal salvation but for active engagement in ministry, urging believers to proclaim the gospel boldly in a culture that is drifting from biblical truth. Furthermore, the sermon addresses the doctrine of the pre-tribulational rapture, arguing that the church's absence from the tribulation narratives in Revelation confirms that believers are delivered from the wrath to come. The tone is exhortative and urgent, calling the congregation to be busy about the Master's business while patiently waiting for the return of Jesus Christ.

The sermon examines Paul's instruction in 1 Thessalonians 5 regarding the unexpected nature of the Day of the Lord, which is characterized by sudden destruction and divine wrath. By contrasting the unpreparedness of the world with the identity of believers as children of light, the message urges Christians to remain spiritually awake and sober rather than being consumed by earthly concerns. The text highlights the necessity of putting on the breastplate of faith and love and the helmet of the hope of salvation, which protects the mind and heart. This hope is grounded in the assurance that God has destined believers for salvation through Jesus Christ, not for wrath. The sermon concludes with a pastoral call to encourage one another and build up the community in anticipation of living with Christ forever.

This sermon explores the doctrine of election and predestination as the foundation for the believer's assurance and comfort. It argues that God's absolute sovereignty ensures that all things, including suffering and tribulation, work together for the good of those who are called according to His purpose. The text emphasizes that salvation is entirely God's work, from the effectual call to final glorification, securing the believer against the accusations of Satan and the threats of the world. By highlighting Christ's intercession and the unbreakable nature of God's love, the message encourages believers to rest in their security, respond with reciprocal love, and find hope in the certainty that nothing can separate them from Christ.

This sermon introduces a new series titled Rock Solid, focusing on the opening verses of 1 Peter to encourage believers facing hardship and persecution. The message emphasizes that Christian identity is defined by salvation rather than circumstances, reminding the audience that they are elect, sanctified, and kept by God's power. It highlights the concept of a living hope rooted in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which remains imperishable even in the midst of suffering. By citing the story of Viktor Frankl and the writings of Paul, the text illustrates how tribulation works patience and experience to produce enduring hope. Ultimately, the sermon assures believers that their inheritance is secure and reserved in heaven, offering a sure salvation that no earthly trial can take away.