Woolwich Evangelical Church

The Supreme Example of Humility

April 26, 2024 06:21 - 23 MB

To exhort the Philippian believers to humility, the apostle Paul sets before them the amazing condescension of the Son of God. Here is the meaning of Christ emptying himself, his voluntary self-impoverishment. Here too is his exaltation as the God-Man to God's right hand.

Felix Trembled!

April 22, 2024 05:49 - 20.3 MB

A sermon is not for entertainment. It is a word from heaven. It is given to effect a change in us. A sermon may make us tremble, like Felix. Spiritual anxiety is a blessing as long as it leads us to repentance and a changed life.

Love and Accord in the Church Family

April 19, 2024 16:49 - 25.1 MB

Every relationship has its own difficulties. The church family is no different. Here is the ideal believers are to strive for in the local church, a mutual love, concord and a high esteem of one another.

Oath-taking and Revenge

April 15, 2024 21:17 - 27.2 MB

What does the Old Testament say about oath-taking-- What did the scribes and Pharisees teach-- Does Christ prohibit oath-taking entirely-- Here too is Christ's teaching on revenge and retaliation.

Who is the Greatest?

April 15, 2024 21:17 - 19.6 MB

Here, Christ uses a little child as an object lesson to teach us the way to heaven and how to obtain true greatness.

Discovering One's True Identity

April 08, 2024 19:27 - 22.5 MB

The Laodiceans were identifying as something other than what they really were. Their well-off material condition had blinded their eyes to their true spiritual state. Self-deception may happen to us. Here is Christ's gracious counsel to us.

Adultery, Lust and Divorce

April 08, 2024 17:51 - 31.9 MB

The seventh commandment not only forbids adultery, it also forbids a whole host of sins include impure lusts, desires and imaginings. Here too is Christ's emphasis on the sanctity of marriage and the marriage bond, and the grounds for divorce.

Breathing for Christ

April 05, 2024 17:18 - 19.1 MB

A devotional study on Paul's personal and sole objective in this life, and his awareness of gains in the next. Here is God's amazing, transforming grace, personal devotion to Christ and the blessings a believer enjoys after death.

The Suffering Saviour

April 01, 2024 05:37 - 20.5 MB

The Saviour's cup of suffering contemplated- several points to help us appreciate and adore the depths of Christ's love and voluntary sacrifice.

Christ's Last Beatitude

April 01, 2024 05:09 - 25.8 MB

Despite the abundance of testimonies that Thomas was given, he still refused to believe. Here is the stubbornness of unbelief and its demanding nature. Here too is the patient, gracious and condescending way in which the Lord restores him. And the blessedness of those that believe without seeing, the gospel era.

The Suffering Substitute

March 30, 2024 04:17 - 24 MB

The cross of Christ as seen in Isaiah's evangelical prophecy, spoken 700 years before the actual event. His record gives us a clear and marvellous explanation of the cross, and of the atoning nature of Christ's death.

God Moves in a Mysterious Way

March 30, 2024 04:16 - 25.2 MB

Paul's imprisonment in Rome, instead of being detrimental to the cause of Christ, paradoxically, issues in the furtherance of it. Here is the wonderful way in which God works with lessons for the believer.

God Moves ina Mysterious Way

March 30, 2024 04:16 - 25.2 MB

Paul's imprisonment in Rome, instead of being detrimental to the cause of Christ, paradoxically, issues in the furtherance of it. Here is the wonderful way in which God works with lessons for the believer.

The Last Enemy

March 25, 2024 06:33 - 18.7 MB

Man's last enemy is death. Here is death in all its nastiness and dread. And how it robs us of happiness. In contrast, Christ is our Friend. Here is what He can do for us if we trust in Him.

Murder in all its Degrees

March 25, 2024 06:25 - 23.8 MB

The scribes and Pharisees taught the breaking of the sixth commandment was the physical act of murder alone. Christ corrects their misinterpretation and shows the scope of the commandment covers heart sins also. Here too is the seeking of peace and reconciliation with an offended brother and an offended God.

Discerning Believers

March 23, 2024 18:04 - 22.4 MB

The prayerful desires of the apostle Paul for the believers at Philippi. Here is how we can grow in love to God, and how we ought to live with discernment in day to day life.

Christ, Us and the Law

March 18, 2024 06:22 - 26 MB

Why did Christ so emphatically state that he did not come to destroy the law-- How did he fulfill it-- Are all commandments of equal weight-- How can my righteousness exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees--

A Search for Peace

March 18, 2024 06:19 - 24.5 MB

An Ethiopian eunuch's search for God and for peace leads him to leave his pagan religion and become a Jewish proselyte. Still unfulfilled, his search continues until he hears of Jesus from the mouth of Philip. Here is how we can find peace with God and within ourselves.

A Good Work in You

March 15, 2024 06:38 - 25.7 MB

The apostle Paul is thankful to God for the good work that He has begun in the believers at Philippi. A work that He will not leave unfinished. Here too is their participation with Paul in the furtherance of the gospel at home and abroad.

Ho!

March 11, 2024 06:35 - 21.6 MB

The marvelous call and gracious invitation from God to man. A genuine call to all to come to Christ. He alone can satisfy the deepest longings of the soul.

The Powerful Influence of the Believer

March 11, 2024 06:30 - 26 MB

The believer's very presence in this world acts as aa preservative to halt the moral corruption around him. In addition, he is to shine brightly for Christ, to let his light be seen and not to hide it.

TBS Update / Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters

March 11, 2024 06:24 - 40.1 MB

An update from the Trinitarian Bible Society and an exposition of Ecclesiastes 11.1-6

Peace and Persecution

March 04, 2024 16:44 - 28.8 MB

The last two of the beatitudes, peacemaking and persecution, are also characteristics of a true believer. He seeks peace with all men, but not peace at any price. His living for the Lord and his stand for truth makes him an object of ridicule to the world and even the religious.

Rest

March 01, 2024 06:00 - 23.4 MB

Hebrews 4 contains five threads describing various forms of rest, what unites them, what links together the apparently scattered links of the author's reasoning---Why is the word 'if' used for what is less precisely translated as a negation in v.3 - 5---How can God employ an imprecatory curse, against Himself---Burning questions and some answers drawn from the observations of commentators on an important and compelling parallel and Judicial contrast.

All the World's a Stage

February 26, 2024 05:48 - 22.7 MB

The time is short and life as we know it is passing away. Here are five scenes that we pass through in life. And while we may truly rejoice in all the good things of this life, we must not neglect the more weightier matter of seeking and finding the Lord.

Seeing God

February 26, 2024 05:48 - 25.6 MB

Is purity of heart possible-- Is it true that a person can see God-- The sixth beatitude gives us a positive answer. Here is one of most thrilling promises for the believer, that he shall see God in this world and also in glory. Listen to find out how.

Prison to Prison to Martydom

February 23, 2024 05:51 - 24.1 MB

The apostle Paul's final years from his first imprisonment to his second incarceration and martyrdom.

One Thing thou Lackest

February 19, 2024 05:16 - 25.1 MB

The rich, young ruler had much to commend him.He was a genuinely nice person. But he had one idol that he was deeply attached to, his possessions. One thing kept him from eternal life. One thing may keep you out of heaven. One defect in your repentance. Listen to find out more.

The Merciful Man

February 19, 2024 05:12 - 26.1 MB

The fifth beatitude describes the believer as merciful, one who pities others and who extends his hand to help. Here is mercy portrayed and in practice.

Paul's Battle for a Pure Gospel and Pure Church

February 16, 2024 05:23 - 29 MB

The Apostle Paul's life from conversion to the end was one engaged in spiritual battles. Here are the battle fronts that he fought, including the purity of the gospel message, its method of presentation and a regenerate church membership.

Spiritual Cravings

February 12, 2024 05:28 - 27.4 MB

While the unbeliever pines for worldly attainments, the believer craves spiritual blessings. Initially as an awakened souls he longed for salvation and now that he is save he especially desires conformity to Christ. Here is how the Lord grants him his desires.

The Lord Jesus is coming back!

February 12, 2024 04:27 - 23.3 MB

The Lord Jesus will soon come back, but how differently from the first time, Paul's inspired description is awesome and terrible for the ungodly and strangely comforting for those who trust Him alone for deliverance from sin.

The Apostle Paul's Method of Sanctification

February 09, 2024 06:35 - 28.8 MB

What precisely is sanctification-- And how does it take place in the life of a believer-- Is it by a single experience, by faith alone-- Do we play a part in the process-- Here are seven vital things that must be attended to in the pursuit of a holy life.

True Love

February 05, 2024 05:47 - 24.2 MB

The well-known parable of the good Samaritan teaches us more that neighbourliness. It exemplifies to us the nature of true love. In addition, it shows us the amazing love and pity of the Son of God for fallen men and women.

Power in Meekness

February 05, 2024 05:43 - 26.8 MB

What is spiritual meekness-- Is it weakness, spinelessness-- Not so. Meekness is power, meekness is strength. Here is meekness as expressed towards God and towards our fellow man.

Handling All the Circumstances of Life

February 02, 2024 05:57 - 28.7 MB

The Bible is sufficient for all circumstances and questions in life. Here are some of the principles drawn from the apostle Paul's writings on marriage, parenting, suffering, work and others.

The Cure for a Guilty Conscience

January 29, 2024 05:32 - 25.7 MB

What shall we do with our guilty conscience-- The psychologists of the day have their tips, but all are useless to relieve a troubled soul. David's penitential prayer is left on record to show us how we may be cure of a guilty conscience and find peace with God.

Gospel Mourning

January 29, 2024 05:30 - 25.4 MB

The believer is a curious paradox. He is sad, and he is happy- he grieves, and he rejoices- he mourns, and is comforted. Here are the things that he mourns over, and the way in which the Lord comforts him.

Paul, Priorities of Christian Belief

January 26, 2024 05:34 - 29.4 MB

Here are the essential Christian doctrines that Paul held onto and taught, doctrines that unite all true believers.

The Poor in Spirit

January 22, 2024 05:15 - 23.3 MB

Modern man is full of self-importance and self-confidence. If he is to know God, he must first be emptied. Here the poor in spirit are described.

The Problem with the World

January 22, 2024 05:09 - 24.8 MB

The problem with man is that he is an unbeliever. He will not believe God's Word or believe in God's Son for salvation. Here is the work of the Spirit in convincing men of their unbelief, of their need for Christ's righteousness and of judgement to come.

Paul's Constancy

January 19, 2024 05:44 - 29.4 MB

From the time of his conversion to the end of his days, the apostle Paul remained constant. He never changed in his emphasis on preaching, his zeal for the Lord, in doctrine, in church practice, in service and in many other areas. Here is an exhortation to follow in his steps.

The Sermon on the Mount - Introduction

January 15, 2024 05:04 - 25 MB

Here is the true purpose of the sermon on the mount along with three wrong ways of embracing it. Also, why is it that so much of modern day Christianity is superficial and lightweight-- Could the reason be that believers are not acting on Christ's words--

The Good Shepherd

January 15, 2024 05:04 - 22.5 MB

The figure of a sheep is an apt analogy for man who has strayed from his Maker. He needs the good Shepherd to rescue him from his waywardness and to reconcile him to God.

Paul's Courage

January 12, 2024 05:45 - 28.7 MB

Here is the courage and perseverance of the apostle Paul in various circumstances and situations. A characteristic for every believer to develop. Here too is the source of our courage.

Our Strong Tower

January 08, 2024 19:50 - 16.8 MB

The names of the Lord are the believer's trust, strength and consolation.

A User-Friendly Gospel

January 08, 2024 04:50 - 20.3 MB

The kindness and condescension of God in giving us a gospel that is plain and easy to understand. The way to heaven clearly revealed so that the common man may easily grasp it.

Ambassadors For Christ

January 08, 2024 04:46 - 24.7 MB

Every believer is called to be an ambassador for Christ. Here is an important role, a commission given from Christ to each Christian, to stand in his stead and to faithfully deliver the gospel to needy souls.

Know Yourself

January 02, 2024 21:33 - 26.1 MB

Though a task we shrink from, self-examination is of great benefit for us. How well do we know ourselves-- Are we in the faith-- Is Christ in us-- If He is, how healthy is our spiritual life-- How is it with mu soul-- Here is a basic checklist against which we can measure ourselves.

The Time of Our LIfe

January 02, 2024 21:33 - 21.4 MB

Man thinks that he is the master of his own destiny. These well-known words of Solomon show otherwise. God is in full control of all events, and man is often helpless and subject to elements outside his control. Here especially, is the way that time in this life ought to be spent, in seeking and finding the Lord.

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