
Ian G. North
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- Bio
Why Die in the Wilderness
7951:02:25Wilderness1CO 10:121CO 10:161CO 10:181CO 10:31In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of learning from the examples and warnings found in the Old Testament. He highlights the need for Christians to be cautious and not fall into temptation, as God is faithful and provides a way out. The preacher also addresses the issue of idolatry, warning against becoming idolaters like the people in Exodus 32. He concludes by urging Christians to seek true contentment in godliness and to learn from the mistakes of their ancestors.
How Are the Mighty Fallen
75847:41Falling AwayPSA 119:11ISA 43:25ISA 44:22LUK 21:34LUK 21:361PE 5:8In this sermon, the preacher discusses the encounter between the prophet Nathan and King David. Nathan confronts David about his sin, using a story about a rich man who steals a poor man's beloved lamb. David reacts with anger and declares that the man should die, not realizing that he is condemning himself. The preacher emphasizes the importance of staying humble and watchful, as David's downfall began with him relaxing and then being tempted by what he saw. The sermon also references the book of James, highlighting the role of our own evil desires in leading us into temptation.
The Dailyness of the Christian Life
56431:11Christian LifeHEB 3:12In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a widow in his congregation who was very exuberant in her praise during his sermons. He found her outbursts disruptive and asked her to control herself. However, she explained that she couldn't help it and it just came naturally to her. The preacher then made a deal with her, promising to give her a new pair of boots if she could control herself for six weeks. The sermon emphasizes the importance of daily praise and prayer, and the main focus of a Christian teacher. It also highlights the power of prayer and intercession, as demonstrated by a teacher who prayed for his students and saw them all come to know Christ. The sermon concludes by reminding believers to keep Christ at the center of their lives and to guard against sinful and unbelieving hearts.
What Is Jesus to You
37043:41JesusMAT 8:23In this sermon, the speaker begins by highlighting the different ways in which God spoke to the people in the past through prophets. However, in these last days, God has spoken to us through his Son, Jesus Christ. The speaker emphasizes that Jesus is the perfect revelation of God, being the brightness of his glory and the express image of his person. Jesus is also described as the one who upholds all things by the word of his power and who purged our sins. The sermon then transitions to the story in Matthew 8 where Jesus calms a storm while he and his disciples are in a boat. The disciples are amazed at his power and ask, "What manner of man is this?" The speaker concludes by reflecting on the impact of Jesus' life and ministry, noting that even after 19 centuries, he remains the central figure of the human race and the leader of progress.
Weighed in the Balance and Found Wanting
35648:10JudgmentEXO 20:12EPH 5:14In this sermon, the preacher discusses the good news, or the gospel, found in the Bible. He emphasizes that God has done what we could not do, providing a way for us to have a relationship with Him. The preacher presents four weights that can be put on our side of the balance to ensure our salvation. These weights include the grace of God, the opportunities we have to grow in knowledge and serve God, the judgment of lost opportunities, and the weight of our own conscience. The preacher references verses from the book of Titus to support his points.
Fellowship 1976
28053:56FellowshipEPH 4:1In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Paul's letter to the Ephesians, specifically chapter 4, verses 1-6. The preacher emphasizes the importance of walking worthy of the vocation we are called to, with humility, patience, and love, in order to maintain unity and peace. The preacher compares God to a conductor orchestrating a symphony of harmony and unity in the universe. The preacher also discusses the potential breakdowns in fellowship, such as dishonesty, deceitful handling of the word of God, and poorly defined goals, and highlights the significance of fellowship in communicating enthusiasm and achievement.