I. Know the Security Road Map of Romans 8 II. The Law Could Not Deliver Us from Sin A. No Fault in the Law, which is Good and Holy 1. Reveals God's Holiness, Our Duty 2. Exposes and Condemns Our Sinfulness 3. All the Fault in Us; Leaves Us without Excuse B. The Ultimate Warning against All Works Righteousness Schemes 1. Individual Self-Righteousness: Sneaky, Smug, Self-Oriented 2. Religious Works-Righteousness: Romanism, Cults, Americans III. What God Did for Us: He Sent His Son A. The Son Existed before He Was Sent B. The Father Sent His Son in Love C. The Glorious Grace of God Revealed to Sinners

Peter warns us about false teachers who promise refreshment, freedom and spiritual life, but have nothing lasting to give, like empty wells in a dry land. Their attractive words and sinful example lead people away from Christ. This message calls us to test every teaching by God's Word, reject empty promises, and come to Jesus, the true source of living water, who alone satisfies the thirsty soul.

This sermon explores the theme of finishing the Christian life well by examining Isaac's faith in Hebrews 11:20. It contrasts the fear of death with the hope found in Christ and warns against worldliness that dulls spiritual discernment, using Isaac's blessing of Jacob and Esau as a cautionary tale. The message emphasizes enduring to the end through submission to God's will rather than fleshly desires. It calls believers to align their hearts with heavenly treasures and repent if they have strayed from divine purpose. Ultimately, it affirms that true faith involves trusting God's promises beyond this present world.

MORNING WORSHIP Ephesians: 6:4 The Duty of Christian Fathers I. The Position II. The Calling III. The Warning Scripture: Colossians 3:12-25; Ephesians 6:1-4

The sermon explores the benefits of Christ's redemption as outlined in the Larger Catechism, emphasizing that Jesus secured eternal redemption through His mediation. By analyzing Hebrews 9 and other epistles, the text clarifies that this redemption includes forgiveness, justification, and sonship, paid to the Father rather than Satan. It further explains that these benefits are applied to believers by the Holy Spirit, not earned by human works but received through faith and repentance as gifts of grace. The teaching warns against Pelagianism and Arminianism, affirming that salvation is entirely God's mercy while calling for a responsive life of holiness. Ultimately, the message encourages gratitude for the comprehensive promises of the new covenant secured by Christ.

The sermon critiques a Sunday school lesson for misinterpreting Psalm 49, arguing that the text is not about the rich versus poor but rather a parable concerning Jews during the tribulation period. It emphasizes that individuals are victims of their own sins rather than external adversaries and asserts that wealth cannot purchase salvation or redeem one's soul. The preacher distinguishes between the rapture of the church and the future resurrection, warning against trusting in riches or good works for eternal life. Ultimately, the message underscores that only the blood of Jesus provides redemption and that rejecting Him leads to inevitable judgment.

The sermon identifies thanksgiving as the defining characteristic of an extraordinary Christian life, urging believers to cultivate a consistent attitude of gratitude in all circumstances. Drawing from Ephesians 5:20 and 1 Thessalonians 5:18, the message emphasizes that giving thanks is God's will and serves as a spiritual superpower that distinguishes faithful believers from the world. Through the illustration of the ten lepers, the preacher highlights how few people truly return to glorify God after receiving His blessings, warning against the danger of thanklessness. The discourse further explores specific areas for gratitude, including God's goodness, mercy, holiness, grace, and even the refining purpose found in affliction. Ultimately, the message calls for a holistic surrender to thankfulness as a means to experience spiritual wholeness and align with divine purpose.