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This message emphasizes the critical importance of renewing the believer's mind to achieve spiritual transformation and avoid conformity to the world. It contrasts the carnal mindset, which is rooted in sinful desires and opposed to God, with the spiritual mindset that aligns with divine truth. Drawing from Romans 12 and other passages, the message warns against the deceitfulness of the flesh and the influence of Satan, urging believers to evaluate their thoughts in light of Scripture.

In this evening exposition of Acts 10:24–35, Pastor Rockhill traces the providential meeting of the apostle Peter and Cornelius, a devout Roman centurion whose prayers and alms had come before God. His central burden is that the gospel breaks down every wall of separation between Jew and Gentile, fulfilling the ancient covenant promise that in Abraham's seed all the nations of the earth would be blessed. Pastor Rockhill draws attention to two intertwined themes God has been pressing upon the congregation: the church's calling to faithful evangelism, and the fulfillment of God's promise to bless the nations. He shows how Peter, having received his vision, now understands that he must call no man common or unclean whom God has cleansed, coming without objection to a Gentile home once forbidden to him. Careful doctrinal instruction accompanies the narrative. When Cornelius falls at Peter's feet, Peter refuses worship, declaring himself a mere man—a truth Pastor Rockhill applies against the veneration of saints and images and the denial of Christ's deity. He points to Ephesians 2 and Galatians 3 to show that believers of every nation are made one new man in Christ. The application is warm and searching: God shows no partiality, so His people must receive one another as brothers and sisters regardless of race or station, and must always be ready to give a reason for the hope within them as they carry the gospel to every tribe and tongue.

This concluding message on 1 Corinthians 14 sets out seven apostolic rules governing tongues in the church: edification, limited speakers, interpretation, self-control, male leadership, submission to Scripture, and orderly worship. It tests modern charismatic practices against these commands and argues that they fail the biblical standard, while reaffirming that tongues were real languages and a temporary sign gift that has now ceased. The message closes by shifting the focus from supernatural experiences to genuine spirituality: believers demonstrate the Spirit's work through obedience to Scripture, disciplined speech, and using the tongue for truth rather than confusion, gossip, or division.

I. The Beautiful Truth II. The Difficult Preparation III. The Incomparable Greatness

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED — I'M HIS! Ephesians 1:13–14 KJV Signed by the Promise — Sealed by the Spirit — Delivered by the Son SIGNED — My Name Is Written Down. Jesus told His disciples to rejoice because their names were written in heaven. The greatest question is not whether our names are recorded on a church roll, but whether they are written in the Lamb's Book of Life. SEALED — I Belong to God. Ephesians teaches that believers are "sealed with that holy Spirit of promise." The Holy Spirit is God's mark of ownership and the earnest of our inheritance, reminding us that we belong to the King and that God will complete what He has begun. DELIVERED — Jesus Set Me Free. Colossians 1:13 declares that Christ "hath delivered us from the power of darkness." Through His blood we have been redeemed, forgiven, and brought into His kingdom. And our final deliverance is still ahead, when Christ returns and takes His redeemed people home. The message closes with one deeply personal question: Do you know that you belong to Jesus Christ? For everyone who has truly trusted Him, we can rejoice: SIGNED BY THE PROMISE. SEALED BY THE SPIRIT. DELIVERED BY THE SON. I'M HIS! And one glorious day—DELIVERED HOME!

Pray for Yourself as you serve God's Calling for You. Pray for the Power of Christ to Rule Over Your Flesh. Pray for the True Christ to be Made Known. Pray for the Finished Work of Christ to be Known, Believed, and Received. Pray for the Father to be Glorified through the Glory of the Son! Pray for God's People to Hear the Comforting Words of Jesus. Pray for Faithfulness in Moments of Weakness. Pray for Faithfulness in Keeping the Words of the Apostles. Pray for Your People. Pray for God's People to Deeply Know God's Love for Them. Pray for God's People to be One. Pray for Perseverance. Pray for the Scriptures to be Fulfilled. Pray for Christ's Joy to Be Fulfilled in Our Lives. Pray for God's Word to be our Constant Strength. Pray for God's People to be Kept from Evil. Pray for Christlikeness. Pray for Sanctification in the Truth. Pray for Unity. Pray for God's Glory to be Magnified.

This sermon encourages believers to embrace a 'mind to work' for the Lord by first cultivating a deep burden for His mission. It outlines how genuine service requires facing adversity and opposition without quitting, relying on the truth that God is greater than any challenge. The message emphasizes that effective ministry involves everyone contributing their part while standing firm in faith, knowing that God fights the battles for those who remain steadfast. By sharing burdens within the community and resisting discouragement, believers can achieve remarkable results through divine empowerment rather than human effort alone.

Sunday evening service, looking at the Heidelberg Catechism, or the Orthodox Catechism, Lord's Day 7 - #20-22 Q. ARE ALL MEN THEN SAVED BY CHRIST AS THEY PERISHED IN ADAM? A. No, only those who by true faith are grafted into him and receive all his benefits. Q. WHAT IS TRUE FAITH? A. True faith is not only a sure knowledge whereby I hold for truth all that God has revealed to us in his word; but also a hearty trust, which the Holy Spirit works in me by the gospel, that not only to others, but to me also, forgiveness of sins, everlasting righteousness and salvation are freely given by God, merely of Grace, only for the sake of Christ merits. Q. WHAT MUST A CHRISTIAN BELIEVE? A. Everything that is promised to us in the gospel, as summarized briefly in The Apostles' Creed – the catholic and undoubted confession of faith of all true Christians.

This passage communicates five truths about Christ and human nature, conveyed in Jesus' act of healing a severely paralyzed man.