Introduction: The “Ten Words” and the Decalogue Last week I explained how the Ten Commandments can give the impression that they’re just a list of rules. I suggested trying to think of them as the “Ten Words.” Then, on Monday morning, I realized there’s already a name for that: the Decalogue. “Deca” means ten, and…
In this message, Pastor Matt informs us how the Ten Commandments are the basis for how the redeemed people of God must live. 1. They contain the gospel 2. They are spiritual (concerned with our hearts and our actions) 3. They teach us how to love. Are the Ten Commandments Bad? That is actually the…
In this message, Pastor Matt discusses the three things we want from our idols (control, deliverance, transcendence), and how these things are only found in worshipping and serving the one true God. Introduction and Approach to Deuteronomy As we continue through Deuteronomy, I am not going to explain every single thing in every single verse—that…
In this message, visiting missionary Mitch Michie speaks about his ministry with Wycliffe Bible Translators in Papua New Guinea and about God’s sovereign plan to bring every tribe, tongue, and nation to faith in Jesus Christ.
In this message, Pastor Ben speaks about four tactics for fighting the good fight of faith. 1. Know what God has promised you 2. Trust completely in the Lord your God 3. Do not fight alone, but together with your fellow-soldiers 4. Encourage Joshua Good morning. Good morning. In 1987, there was a band you…
In this message, Pastor Matt explains two ways God strengthens our hearts that we might bear the good fruit of faith and godliness. 1. God strengthens our hearts by the promises of his Word 2. God strengthens our hearts by his constant faithfulness One idea I consistently return to in my life is this: Why…
In this message, Pastor Ben tells us of three reasons the Christian must seek wisdom from God’s Word. 1. Wisdom is precious 2. Wisdom is God’s Word applied 3. Wisdom brings life and salvation Dear friends, how important is this book to you? It’s become something of a running joke in our church that our…
Hear the words of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s beloved poem, Christmas Bells: “I heard the bells on Christmas DayTheir old, familiar carols play,And wild and sweetThe words repeatOf peace on earth, good-will to men!” “Peace on earth, goodwill to men.” These words echo the angels’ announcement to the shepherds in Luke 2. They’ve become a favorite…
In this message, Pastor Ben shares about how Immanuel is, and how Jesus is Immanuel and our Saviour. As it is written in the Gospel of Matthew 1:23, “The virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel,” which means “God with us.” Emmanuel—God with us. Now, I don’t know…
In this sermon, Pastor Matt explains how the blessing Zechariah pronounces is for every Christian. Why? 1. Because God’s Word is completely trustworthy; its prophecies foretold of Jesus 2. Because Christ forgives our sins 3. Because Christ will return to make everything right. Okay. Two weeks ago, we finished the book of Hebrews with a…