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Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage | Matthew 5:31-32
September 05, 2022 22:00 - 48 minutes - 39 MBThis message brought together themes from the past three weeks and addressed the issues of singleness, dating, engagement, marriage, children, adultery, divorce, and remarriage. You can watch the message here.
The Spirit Intercedes for us with Groanings too Deep for Words | Romans 8:26-27
September 05, 2022 00:11 - 49 minutes - 91.1 MBJerry, Scott, Josh, and Grant discuss the wonderful truth of the Spirit's help and intercession for us in our weakness and ignorance about what to pray for in certain circumstances. (Thank you to Jesse Griffeth for recording the audio!)
Divorce and Remarriage | Matthew 5:31-32
August 30, 2022 11:00 - 54 minutes - 101 MBThis outline was adapted from Kevin DeYoung's excellent sermon here. Mark used the PCA's excellent 1992 position paper on divorce and remarriage here as well as this helpful essay by Andrew David Naselli along with other sources. Marriage is intended by God to be a lifelong commitment. Remarriage is permitted, but not required, after the death of a spouse. All divorce happens because of sin, but not all divorce is sinful. Divorce and remarriage are permitted, but not required, for sexual...
Suffering in Light of Future Glory | Romans 8:16-25
August 29, 2022 23:00 - 49 minutes - 91.9 MBJerry, Scott, Josh, and Grant help us stand in awe of this truth, "The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with Him in order that we may also be glorified with Him."
Final Judgment at the Great White Throne | Revelation 20:11-15
August 29, 2022 12:42 - 50 minutes - 93.1 MBWe discuss some practical takeaways for Amillennial theology and then spend most of our time discussing final judgment in Scripture at the Great White Throne. We argue that all of humanity, not just unbelievers, are present at this judgment. One question in particular that is address is: Why is final judgment "according to works" if we are saved by grace? You can watch the message here.
WCA Chapel: How do Scripture and Culture Define Love Differently?
August 26, 2022 18:38 - 28 minutes - 51.4 MBHow Scripture Defines Love: God is love: All true love is from the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Love for people must be rooted in love for the God. Love always aims to glorify God. Love delights in obedience to God’s commands. Loving actions must include godly motives. Love doesn’t use people for selfish advantage. Love delights in biblical truth. Love pursues the spiritual and physical wellbeing of others even if it is costly. [Message given at the Westminster Christian Academy mi...
WCA Chapel: How do Scripture and Culture Define Love Differently? (28 mins)
August 26, 2022 18:38 - 28 minutes - 51.4 MBHow Scripture Defines Love: God is love: All true love is from the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Love for people must be rooted in love for God. Love always aims to glorify God. Love delights in obedience to God’s commands. Loving actions must include godly motives. Love doesn’t use people for selfish advantage. Love delights in biblical truth. Love pursues the spiritual and physical wellbeing of others even if it is costly. [Message given at the Westminster Christian Academy middle...
The Battle Against Lust | Matthew 5:27-30
August 23, 2022 13:00 - 49 minutes - 92.4 MBRemember... The Goodness of Sex in Marriage The Evil of Sex outside Marriage The Battle against Lust is a Worship War Don't be deceived about... The Location of Lust The Power of Lust The Consequences of Lust Christ's Sin-Destroying Power over Lust You can watch the message here.
You Have Received the Spirit of Adoption | Romans 8:14-17
August 22, 2022 19:08 - 48 minutes - 88.5 MBJerry, Scott, Josh, and Grant discuss the glorious truth that God is our Father.
Prophecies of the Millennium or New Creation? | Isaiah 65-66; Ezekiel 40-48
August 22, 2022 12:28 - 50 minutes - 39.7 MBMany OT prophecies that are often taken as referring to the millennium (in the premillennial view) are more likely referring to the New Jerusalem and the New Creation. This is in part because of how Revelation sees this prophecies reaching their fulfillment. You can watch the message here.
Marriage, Sex, Lust, and Adultery | Matthew 5:27-30
August 16, 2022 12:47 - 53 minutes - 98.5 MBChristians are the people who shouldn't talk about sex without first talking about marriage. In order to put the topic of sex, lust, and adultery in context, we must first discuss God's good design for marriage and sex within marriage. What is the purpose of marriage? What is the purpose of sex within marriage? How should we respond? You can watch the message here.
Reasons for Rejecting Postmillennialism
August 15, 2022 17:53 - 49 minutes - 92.5 MBPostmillennialism was popular among some in the Puritan era, but has largely fallen out of the main stream of Christian teaching today. It is however making something of a comeback through Doug Wilson, James White and others. What are we to think of this view and what are biblical reasons to think twice before accepting it? You can watch the message here.
The Danger of Anger and the Urgency of Reconciliation | Matthew 5:21-26
August 09, 2022 16:00 - 44 minutes - 81.4 MBWe must not underestimate the seriousness of unrighteous anger in our hearts and in our relationships. Jesus says that sinful anger is the root of murder and is in fact a kind of violation of the sixth commandment, even if we never act out this inward impulse. You can watch the message here.
Making the Case for Amillennialism | Revelation 20
August 08, 2022 20:22 - 52 minutes - 96.7 MBIn this message Amillennialism is explained and argued for in contrast to both Dispensational Premillennialism and Historic Premillennialism. You can watch the message here.
Resurrection Life and our Mortal Bodies | Romans 8:9-11
August 08, 2022 02:06 - 44 minutes - 82.9 MBJerry, Scott, Josh and Carter discuss death, resurrection, and eternal life in Christ.
Christ Came to Fulfill the Law and Prophets | Matthew 5:17-20
August 03, 2022 09:00 - 46 minutes - 86.8 MBTo paraphrase this passage, Jesus is essentially saying, "So far from breaking or abolishing the law, I am the One to whom the law and the prophets are pointing and I am the One who will bring it all to fulfillment. I will not leave a single pen stroke unfulfilled. In fact, it is the scribes and Pharisees who actually are antinomian (anti-law) in their hearts. My followers truly follow the law in light of its fulfillment in Me." Jesus upholds all of the Old Testament (v 17-18) Jesus fulfil...
What is the Millennium? | Revelation 20:1-10
August 02, 2022 12:49 - 47 minutes - 44.5 MBIn this message we distinguish pre-millennialism from amillennialism in what must surely be Revelation's most disputed passage. You can watch the message here.
The Mind Set on the Flesh vs. the Spirit | Romans 8:5-8
August 01, 2022 00:35 - 47 minutes - 87.8 MBJerry, Scott, Josh, and Grant discuss the importance of having a mind set on the Spirit, which is life and peace, instead of set on the flesh, which is death.
The Joy of Praying with Paul | Colossians 4:2-18
July 29, 2022 19:23 - 45 minutes - 42.8 MBWe finished the book of Colossians looking primarily at Paul's encouragement and invitation to pray passionately, regularly, and to make the most of every opportunity. You can watch the message here.
The Four Horsemen and Seven Seals | Revelation 6
July 27, 2022 00:00 - 52 minutes - 96.4 MBThe Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are infamous even in our wider culture. What exactly do they represent? How does Jesus shed light on this passage in Matthew 24? What is the significance of the seven seals, seven trumpets, and seven bowls in Revelation? You can watch the message here.
Salt and Light | Matthew 5:13-16
July 26, 2022 00:00 - 45 minutes - 84.6 MBJesus calls His followers the salt of the earth and the light of the world. What does this mean for us and what should we be warned about? Christ's Implication...against the World: The World is Decaying and Dark Christ's Solution...for the World: The Church is Salt and Light Christ's Warning...for the Church: Don't lose your Saltiness or Hide your Light You can watch the message here.
No Condemnation in Christ Jesus | Romans 8:1-4
July 25, 2022 15:32 - 49 minutes - 90.9 MBFor the first time in this Romans series, Scott McAndrew joined Jerry, Josh, and Grant as they discuss the first four verses of what is perhaps the greatest chapter in all of Scripture.
The Mark of the Beast | Revelation 13:11-18
July 19, 2022 09:00 - 49 minutes - 46.1 MBSurely no passage in Revelation has had more ink spilled over its interpretation than "the mark of the beast" and the number 666 in Revelation 13:16-18. What does this passage really refer to in the context of Revelation and in the wider context of Scripture more broadly? The meaning may not be as confusing as you may think. You can watch the message here.
The Impossible Command: Rejoice in Persecution | Matthew 5:11-12
July 18, 2022 13:07 - 51 minutes - 94.8 MBThere are few commands in all of Scripture more challenging to obey than this one from our Lord. How can we truly rejoice and "leap for joy" (Luke 6:23) when we are persecuted for righteousness' sake? Here are three ways: Rejoice in what your persecutions will do for you (and others) in the present. Rejoice in what your persecutions will do for you (and others) in eternity. Rejoice into whose company your persecutions bring you (the prophets, the worldwide church, and Jesus Himself) You ...
How to Rejoice in Persecution | Matthew 5:11-12
July 18, 2022 13:07 - 51 minutes - 94.8 MBThere are few commands in all of Scripture more challenging to obey than this one from our Lord. How can we truly rejoice and "leap for joy" (Luke 6:23) when we are persecuted for righteousness' sake? Here are three ways: Rejoice in what your persecutions will do for you (and others) in the present. Rejoice in what your persecutions will do for you (and others) in eternity. Rejoice into whose company your persecutions bring you (the prophets, the worldwide church, and Jesus Himself) You ...
The Battle with Indwelling Sin | Romans 7:14-25
July 18, 2022 02:31 - 49 minutes - 92.2 MBJerry, Grant, Josh, and Carter cover the last section of Romans 7 concerning the battle Christians fight throughout their lives with indwelling sin.
Children, Fathers, Employees, Employers | Colossians 3:20-4:1
July 15, 2022 13:13 - 46 minutes - 86.6 MBWives (v 18) Husbands (v 19) Children (v 20) Fathers (v 21) Servants (v 22-25) Masters (4:1) You can watch the message here.
The Second Beast: Looks Like a Lamb, Speaks Like a Dragon | Revelation 13:1-11
July 12, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 51.4 MBIf the first beast in Revelation 13 represents the totalitarian state and ungodly authority structures in this world, then the second beast represents false religion and deceptive ideology. Some modern day examples are considered of this beast who "had two horns like a lamb and it spoke like a dragon" (13:11). You can watch the message here.
The Second Beast: It Looks Like a Lamb, It Speaks Like a Dragon | Revelation 13:1-11
July 12, 2022 09:00 - 45 minutes - 51.4 MBIf the first beast in Revelation 13 represents the totalitarian state and ungodly authority structures in this world, then the second beast represents false religion and deceptive ideology. Some modern day examples are considered of this beast who "had two horns like a lamb and it spoke like a dragon" (13:11). You can watch the message here.
Does Romans 7:14-25 Describe Paul as a Believer or Unbeliever? | Romans 7:14-25
July 11, 2022 17:05 - 50 minutes - 93.6 MBJerry, Grant, and Josh do a great job covering a very challenging part of Romans.
Blessed are Those Who are Persecuted for Righteousness’ Sake | Matthew 5:10
July 11, 2022 13:32 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MBThose who belong to Christ's Kingdom will begin to live out the Beatitudes. As they do, they must expect opposition and persecution. Here are the three points of the message: Why does the world hate real righteousness? How does the world mask its hatred of righteousness? What is our comfort in persecution? You can watch the message here.
How Should We Treat One Another? | Colossians 3:12-19
July 08, 2022 23:33 - 52 minutes - 97 MBChristianity is personal, but never private. It is meant to be lived within the community of saints in a local church. How are we to treat one another? In these relationships, minor offenses and sins and sure to happen. How can we have the strength and wisdom to respond in a way that honors our Lord? You can watch the message here.
The Beast | Revelation 13:1-10
July 05, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 94 MBMany professing Christian writers, pastors, and speakers interpret this passage in strange and unlikely ways. What does this text really refer to and how does it impact our lives today? You can watch this message here.
The Beast: The Totalitarian State | Revelation 13:1-10
July 05, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 94 MBMany professing Christian writers, pastors, and speakers interpret this passage in strange and unlikely ways. What does this text really refer to and how does it impact our lives today? You can watch this message here.
Finding TULIP Growing in the Soil of Revelation 13:8-10 (6 mins)
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 6 minutes - 4.13 MBDid you know the infamous theological acronym "TULIP" grows in the soil of Revelation 13:8-10? And it is there to be a tremendous comfort to us in the midst of suffering and persecution. You can watch this clip here.
Blessed are the Peacemakers | Matthew 5:9
July 04, 2022 14:27 - 50 minutes - 92.9 MBPeacemaking should mark every genuine Christian. "If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all" (Romans 12:18). So what exactly does it mean? What peacemaking doesn't mean. What peacemaking does mean. What prevents relational peacemaking (James 3:13-4:2). You can watch the message here.
How to Kill Sin Daily | Colossians 3:1-13
July 01, 2022 20:41 - 50 minutes - 92.7 MBRaised with Christ (v 1-4) What to Put Off (v 5-11) What to Put On (v 12-13) You can watch the message here.
Who is Truly Blessed? | Matthew 5:6-8
June 28, 2022 12:00 - 38 minutes - 70.6 MBWho is truly blessed? Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness (v 6) Those who are merciful (v 7) Those who are pure in heart (v 8) You can watch the message here.
The Woman and the Dragon | Revelation 12
June 27, 2022 13:44 - 49 minutes - 92.4 MBMark and Greg walked through all of Revelation 12 as it describes Satan's "fall from heaven" at the time of Christ's crucifixion and victory over Satan and his angels. The church age is described as the time of both the persecution and protection of God's people. You can watch the message here.
The Purpose of the Law Before and After Conversion | Romans 7:1-12
June 26, 2022 22:48 - 39 minutes - 73.2 MBJosh Crouse led a discussion with Carter and Papa Fred on the purpose of the law both before and after conversion.
What is ”Christian Mysticism” and Why Should We Avoid It? (3.5 mins)
June 26, 2022 03:08 - 3 minutes - 2.42 MBThis is a brief excerpt from this past Thursday panel in Colossians 2:16-3:4. For the excerpt video see here, for the full message see here.
Christ vs. Legalism, Mysticism, and Asceticism | Colossians 2:16-3:4
June 24, 2022 12:55 - 46 minutes - 36.9 MBThis passage deals with three enemies against the sufficiency of Christ: Legalism (v 16-17) Mysticism (v 18-19) Asceticism (v 20-23) Then the beginning of chapter three points us to the real way to fight our flesh. You can watch the message here.
I Will Make You Fishers of Men | Matthew 4:18-25
June 21, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 81.5 MBJesus calls the disciples to become fishers of men. The disciples left everything and followed Him. Conclusion: Follow Me. You can watch the message here.
The Two Witnesses | Revelation 11
June 20, 2022 16:45 - 47 minutes - 88.5 MBMark, Greg, and Papa Fred argue that the "temple of God" and the "two witnesses" in Revelation 11 are symbols of the church between the ascension of Christ and His return, which is spoken of symbolically as a three and a half year period. To know why, please tune in and have your Bible handy! You can watch the message here.
The Wages of Sin and the Free Gift of God | Romans 6:20-23
June 20, 2022 02:30 - 50 minutes - 92.8 MBJerry, Josh, and Grant finish Romans 6 discussing how sin never satisfies and yet we have been rescued from our past self and been united with Christ.
We Have All We Need in Jesus | Colossians 2:6-15
June 17, 2022 19:51 - 48 minutes - 89.4 MBPaul warns the Colossians not to become bored with Jesus or to try to add anything to Jesus in order to find spiritual "fullness" or completion. In Jesus the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily. We have been filled in Him. We need nothing else for our spiritual well-being other than Jesus. You can watch the message here.
Revelation: Literal or Symbolic?
June 14, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 89.8 MBMark, Greg, and Papa Fred begin a series on Revelation and eschatology (end times) issues. The first big interpretative question is this: Should Revelation be interpreted primarily literally with some symbolism, or primarily symbolically with some things that are literal? [Image from here.] You can watch the message here.
How Should We Interpret Revelation?
June 14, 2022 09:00 - 48 minutes - 89.8 MBMark, Greg, and Papa Fred begin a series on Revelation and eschatology (end times) issues. The first big interpretative question is this: Should Revelation be interpreted primarily literally with some symbolism, or primarily symbolically with some things that are literal? Should Revelation be seen as describing mostly past, present, or future events? Or is it some combination of the three? [Image from here.] You can watch the message here.
Jesus Begins to Preach | Matthew 4:12-17
June 13, 2022 13:13 - 44 minutes - 82.7 MBJesus spends much of His ministry in "Galilee of the Gentiles" which would have surprised many Jews of His time. Matthew explains why this is so and what Jesus preached toward the beginning of His Galilean ministry. You can watch the message here.
Slaves of Sin or Slaves of Righteousness | Romans 6:15-19
June 13, 2022 09:00 - 50 minutes - 92.7 MBWe are all born enslaved to sin and only by God's grace can this be overcome and can we truly become slaves of God and of righteousness.