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This sermon examines the encounter between Jesus and Nicodemus to illustrate the necessity of spiritual regeneration for salvation. It argues that human religious knowledge and intellectual pride are insufficient to comprehend God, as sinners are spiritually dead and blind to heavenly truths. The central message emphasizes that only through the new birth, effected by the Holy Spirit and received by faith, can one enter the kingdom of God. The preacher contrasts the arrogance of self-reliance with the sovereign mercy of God, who sent His Son to save the lost despite their ignorance. The discourse concludes with an urgent call for sinners to abandon their preconceived notions and believe in Christ to escape condemnation.

This sermon introduces a series on the Book of Galatians by examining the historical and biblical context of Paul's defense of the gospel against Judaizing false teachers. The central message emphasizes that justification is by faith in Christ alone, not by works of the law or adherence to Jewish traditions, a truth Paul vigorously defended even when confronting the Apostle Peter. The preacher highlights the danger of mixing law and gospel, illustrating how such errors undermine the sufficiency of Christ's atoning work and the universal accessibility of God's grace. Through a pastoral and convicting tone, the message challenges believers to examine their own reliance on merit or tradition, urging them to rest in the finished work of Christ. The sermon concludes with a call to boldness in defending the truth of the gospel and a reminder that salvation is a gift of grace received through faith, not a wage earned through effort.

The sermon explores the psychological and spiritual impact of rejection versus acceptance, using the narrative of Esau and Jacob in Genesis 25 to illustrate how childhood dynamics and favoritism can shape a person's self-image and lead to the despising of one's spiritual birthright. It argues that while the world offers counterfeit acceptance through social validation and comparison, true acceptance is found exclusively in God, who views every individual as fearfully and wonderfully made. The message addresses the modern epidemic of insecurity and mental health struggles among youth, attributing these issues to strongholds formed by past trauma and the lies of the enemy. It calls for a transformation of the mind through the recognition of faulty perspectives, the forgiveness of childhood wounds, and the active renunciation of Satan's lies in favor of God's truth. Ultimately, the sermon emphasizes that salvation by grace provides a secure identity in Christ, freeing believers from the need for worldly approval and enabling them to live in the fullness of their divine value.

The sermon examines 2 Timothy 2:15, emphasizing that the ultimate approval of a believer's work comes solely from God, not from human opinion or self-effort. It distinguishes between the believer's positional acceptance in Christ and the responsibility to present their teaching and handling of Scripture as a workman who does not need to be ashamed. The text explores the Greek term *orthotomeo*, defining it as cutting straight or holding a straight course, which requires accurately handling the Word of Truth without adding human philosophy or engaging in unprofitable word fights. The Holy Spirit is identified as the agent who illuminates the truth and keeps the believer on a straight path, ensuring that the message remains faithful to God's original intent. The tone is instructional and pastoral, urging believers to remain diligent in studying Scripture and to trust in the sufficiency of God's Word over cultural or intellectual trends.

The sermon explores the dual approach Paul takes in Colossians to address false teaching: warning against deceptive persuasive arguments and affirming the believer's secure union with Christ. It emphasizes that the antidote to Gnostic error is not intellectual debate but a deep understanding of Christ's full deity and the believer's position in Him. The text highlights the progression of the Christian life, moving from being firmly rooted in Christ at salvation to being continuously built up and established in the faith through instruction. This stability is characterized by good discipline and steadfastness, contrasting with the lukewarmness of Laodicea. The message concludes by encouraging believers to respond to this truth with overflowing gratitude, recognizing that their security rests solely in the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Sunday Evening Service – September 27, 2026 – Pastor Rhon Roberts Hymns used from the following: Great Hymns of the Faith Brentwood Benson Publishing - CCLI License for live streaming Soul Stirring Songs and Hymns - Sword of the Lord Publishers - used by permission from publisher From the Media Ministry of Mukwonago Baptist Church 1610 Honeywell Road Mukwonago, WI 53149 www.mukwonagobaptist.org 262-363-4197

This sermon explores the emotional and spiritual response to betrayal and perceived injustice, using Psalm 55 and the context of David's flight from Absalom as the primary framework. The speaker highlights David's human struggle with overwhelming sorrow and the temptation to react in anger, contrasting this with the wisdom of stepping back to evaluate the situation rather than responding hastily. The central message encourages believers to pour out their hearts to God in prayer, acknowledging their pain while recognizing that God is the ultimate judge who will bring justice in His own time. By citing Deuteronomy 32:35 and Romans 12:19, the sermon reinforces the theological truth that vengeance belongs to God, not to the individual. The tone is pastoral and comforting, urging the audience to cast their burdens upon the Lord, trusting that He will sustain them and handle difficult circumstances better than human effort alone.