Sermons on gospel
Will Those Who Are Saved Be Few?
In this sermon we consider a question asked of Jesus, “Will those who are saved be few?” Jesus’ answer probes deep into the heart to describe what one must do to be saved. He warns about those seeking entrance into the kingdom but are shut out and perish. Our Lord, like always, does not speak in abstraction, but makes truth very personal. Will those who are saved include you? Passage: Luke 13:22-30
Behold the Covenant
Isaiah 42:1-12 is an exposition of Jesus Christ, the servant of God. In this message we are directed to consider what it means for the Son of God to be given as a covenant for the people. This unpacks the heart of the gospel, the good news of Christianity, and directs us to take our sin to Jesus for rescue. This message is part two of three. Passage: Isaiah 42:5-7
The Victorious Christ and His Spoils
As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, this sermon considers the great purpose of Christ becoming a curse for us. Galatians 3:14 explains he died to redeem us from the curse “so that in Christ Jesus the blessing of Abraham might com to the nations.” What we see here directs us to worship and adoration of the mighty Savior. Passage: Galatians 3:14
Christ Became a Curse for Us
In this sermon, Pastor Tim reminds us from Galatians 3:13 that Jesus died for an important purpose. The reviling, shame, and wrath he endured was so that the curse upon us might fall upon him and rescue us in reconciling us to God. Friday is so good because Christ won our salvation through his death. Passage: Galatians 3:10-13
Confidence in Christ
Who are God’s people? Are they his because of their ethnicity, actions, or beliefs? God’s people are those who have confidence in Christ. But what does that mean? How does one get this confidence? This sermon explores this theme that lies at the heart of the Christian life.
Knowing the Love of Christ
Do you want to be filled with the fullness of God? The path for this fullness is having the strength to comprehend the love of Christ. In this sermon, Pastor Tim considers the reason why knowing the love of Christ is so powerfully life giving and then considers 4 aspects of Christ’s love from Ephesians. May God use this portion of Scripture to help you see Christ’s love.
A Kingdom that Cannot Be Shaken
We’ve not come to Mount Sinai but Mount Zion. We are called to be part of this new covenant people of God. Be sure that you do not refuse him who is speaking. Here is Christ’s invitation to sinners to come and be rescued. To come and have life. See to it that you believe in him and cling to him until the end.
Why Did Jesus Have to Die?
The Bible is clear that the death of Jesus guarantees forgiveness for his followers, but why is this? How does Jesus death relate to forgiveness? Why did he have to die for God to forgive? We explore this question for both the original hearers of Hebrews as well as bringing understanding to the modern mind.
The New Covenant: Forgiveness that Forgets
Sin is the biggest problem standing in the way of a relationship with God. Humanity has tried a number of ways to deal with the problem of sin but none of them are effective. God deals with sin by being merciful and forgiving to such an extent that the all-knowing God forgets sin! This promise is part of the terms of the new covenant and guarantees its success.
Jesus: Our Eternal High Priest
Jesus “is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.” This profound truth is unpacked and applied to bring us sweet hope and encouragement.
God’s Glory Alone
God rescues sinners by grace alone, in Christ alone, through faith alone so that he is magnified and glorified. This brings us great joy to recognize and see the glory of God in salvation. We see here God’s sovereign grace, his election or choice, and how that leads to his glory. We see the work of Christ, and how that leads to God’s glory. Then we see the work of the Spirit in keeping us faithful in Christ, and how…
Christ Alone
The teaching of Christ alone is one of, if not the key truth of the doctrine of salvation. Christ alone is more than salvation is found exclusively in Christ. Christ alone points to the necessity, and most importantly, the sufficiency of Christ’s person and work. All glory to Christ for he is the author and finisher of our salvation. Let’s rejoice in what it means to be saved by Christ alone!
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