The Sermon Library: Recent Episodes
The Sermon Library
In "The Spirit of Bondage and of Adoption," Charles Spurgeon explores the transformative work of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life. He outlines four key roles: the Spirit of bondage, which convicts us of sin and our need for salvation; the Spirit of adoption, which brings us into God's family as His children; the Spirit of prayer, prompting us to cry out to God with confidence and intimacy; and the Spirit of witness, affirming our identity as God's beloved. Spurgeon encourages believers to rejoice in their freedom and security in Christ, embracing their new identity as children of God.
In "Knowing How to Be Poor," Washington Gladden delves into the Apostle Paul's contentment in all circumstances, focusing on the profound peace that comes from a deep relationship with God. Gladden emphasizes that true wealth is found not in material possessions but in the assurance of God's presence and love. He argues that even in poverty, one can live a fulfilling life by trusting in God's care, drawing on the examples of Jesus and Paul to show that a life rooted in faith is the greatest treasure of all.
In this episode, we explore the profound lessons from Phillips Brooks' sermon "The Fire and the Calf." Reflecting on the story of Aaron and the golden calf, we delve into human nature's tendency to shift blame and avoid responsibility. This timeless message challenges us to confront our own actions honestly and take ownership of our lives, ultimately leading us to true spiritual growth and redemption.
In this powerful sermon, John A. Broadus draws a parallel between the Christian journey and a race, urging believers to emulate the Apostle Paul's relentless pursuit of spiritual goals. He emphasizes that Christ's call to each individual is not beyond reach but rather a personal race we are all capable of running. Broadus inspires listeners to leave behind past failures and strive towards spiritual growth, encouraging them to live actively in faith and service to others, reflecting the true essence of Christian life.
In "The Secret Burden," Alexander Whyte explores the profound impact of private prayer, emphasizing its superiority over public prayer. He contrasts the rapid descent into Hell due to secret sin with the swift ascent to God's throne through secret prayer. Drawing on scripture and personal reflection, Whyte urges believers to embrace the intimate, transformative power of praying apart, highlighting its essential role in genuine spiritual growth and communion with God.
The narrative delves into the complexities of hope, grace, and true Christianity, highlighting the emptiness of hope without heart purification and the insufficiency of visible changes without a renewed heart and nature. Biblical examples like Herod, Saul, and Simon Magus are used to illustrate the nuances of true change and true Christianity, differentiating between civil, moral, and spiritual changes.
The episode delves into the concept of being a true Christian, emphasizing that sincere confession, genuine remorse, and a transformed heart are essential. It explains that to be a true Christian, one must not only stop sinful actions but also address the underlying attitudes and desires that fuel sin. The true Christians live a life of grace marked by faith, love, and holiness.
The call to be not just almost a Christian but fully devoted to Christ is as relevant today as it was in the times of the apostles, and the examples provided by Rev. Matthew Mead's work "The Almost Christian Discovered" continue to be a profound and necessary warning for all who profess to follow Christ. It's a call to genuine faith, sincere love, and true holiness, without which no one will see the Lord (Hebrews 12:14).
In this episode, the podcast explores sanctification, a process of becoming purer and more dedicated to God, as taught by apostles Peter and Paul. Covering sanctification in regeneration and in experience, it demystifies common misconceptions and emphasizes sanctification as both an instantaneous spiritual awakening and a gradual growth of faith, ultimately aiming to emulate Christ.
The sermon is a profound exploration of the concept of heaven as a place of ultimate comfort and eternal reunion. It underscores the idea that earthly sufferings and hardships shape our capacity for empathy and healing, but are temporary compared to the enduring bliss of the afterlife. The narrative emphasizes the joy of reunion with departed loved ones in heaven, and presents heaven as a celestial refuge where all tears will be wiped away.
This sermon discusses the profound question, "What must I do to be saved?" as posed in Acts 16:30. It explores the urgency, importance, and desperation inherent in this question, emphasizing that it supersedes all other concerns. Using the backdrop of a Philippian prison guard's encounter with apostles Paul and Silas, the sermon underscores the need for personal salvation and repentance, discouraging the criticism of others' faith. It further explores how earthly misfortunes often lead people to seek God and argues against procrastination in matters of faith. The sermon concludes with a historical tale, underscoring the importance of timely salvation and God's mercy, much like a pardon arriving just before execution.
Join Alexander Maclaren in his sermon titled "The Gain of Christ" as he unpacks the significance of Philippians 3:8-9. Explore the spiritual growth and transformation that arise from embracing Christ's teachings. Discover the profound worth of knowing Christ and the path to righteousness beyond worldly pursuits.
Preached within 1659-1689, Samuel Lee dives into the depth of private prayer found in the Matthew 6:6. As it says, "But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you"
"But Christ is all, and in all" Colossians 3:11
Preached between 1659-1689 William Whitaker teaches shows us the depths of Christ sufficiency.
"Is not the whole land before you? Separate yourself from me. If you take the left hand, then I will go to the right, or if you take the right hand, then I will go to the left.” - Genesis 13:9
"Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 3:13,14
"by which he has granted to us his precious and very great promises, so that through them you may become partakers of the divine nature, having escaped from the corruption that is in the world because of sinful desire." - 2 Peter 1:4
"As it is, I rejoice, not because you were grieved, but because you were grieved into repenting. For you felt a godly grief, so that you suffered no loss through us. For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, whereas worldly grief produces death." 2 Corinthians 7: 9-10
"By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” - John 13:35
"For every one of God's promises is Yes in Him. Therefore, through him we also say Amen to the glory of God." - 2 Corinthians 1:20
"Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God." Romans 12:2
"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." - Ephesians 2:10
"To ask something which is not according to God's will is not praying, but presuming." A.W. Pink teaches us how to pray according to the Scriptures.
Christ reveals Himself to us by the Spirit through the scriptures. A.W. Pink challenges us to consider if our reading of the bible is drawing us nearer to Christ.
Do you know God? The God of the bible? Has He revealed Himself supernaturally to you? Scripture cannot be understood without first God making Himself known to you by the new birth. A.W. Pink goes into great detail on how God has revealed Himself to us and how we are able to profit from the scriptures by His Holy Spirit.
How do we profit from reading the Word of God? Arthur W. Pink shares with us the means in which scripture is to be used in our lives.
Luke 14:28 "For which of you, wanting to build a tower, doesn't first sit down and calculate the cost to see if he has enough to complete it?"
"For I determined not to know anything among you, save Jesus Christ, and him crucified." 1 Cor. 2:2