In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the Church's witness for Christ. He highlights the truth that the Church is called to show forth the praises of God, who has called believers out of darkness into His marvelous light. The preacher references 1 Peter 2:9 and Acts 1, which both emphasize the Church's role as witnesses for Christ. He also mentions 1 Timothy 3:16, which outlines the order of God's manifestation in the flesh, His movement through the world, and His ascension into glory. The preacher encourages believers to be constantly in the presence of the Lord and to worship and praise Him faithfully.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of being born of the spirit and the effects of the spirit in our lives. He explains that while we cannot physically see the spirit, we can observe its effects. The preacher also mentions the story of Nicodemus and how he was perplexed by the idea of being born again. The preacher then explores the analogy of water and seed in relation to the word of God, emphasizing the importance of having faith founded on the truth of the Bible. He concludes by posing a question to children about who they would rather have confirm their salvation, himself or the Lord.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the tendency to look backwards and reminisce at the end of the year. He shares personal experiences of loss and encourages the audience to press forward and forget the past. The speaker emphasizes the importance of service to the Lord and being a part of the body of Christ. He also highlights the need to keep our eyes forward and upward, anticipating the second coming of Jesus Christ and the recompense of the reward. The speaker concludes by reminding the audience of the challenges faced by the Apostle Paul and encourages them to persevere in their faith despite difficulties.

In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the topic of spiritual gifts and the importance of the remembrance of the Lord Jesus. He emphasizes that there are diversities of gifts, but they all come from the same spirit. The speaker also highlights the significance of the Lord's Supper as a time of worship and remembrance of Jesus' sacrifice. He mentions that this special meeting sets apart the remembrance of the Lord in a unique way and discusses the functions of the church, including worship, witness, and government.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by introducing the passage from 2 Peter chapter 1. He emphasizes the importance of knowledge of God and Jesus in obtaining faith and experiencing peace. The speaker highlights the power of God in providing everything necessary for a godly life and the promise of escaping the corruption of the world. The sermon concludes by focusing on the extravagant language used in verse 4, which describes the believers as partakers of the divine nature through the great and precious promises of God.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of quickening and the importance of sustaining our spiritual life. He explains that in our physical life, we apprehend things through our five senses, which give us consciousness. However, if we lose any of these senses, we become unconscious or dead. The preacher emphasizes the need for spiritual quickening and refers to passages from the Bible, such as Jeremiah, to illustrate the nourishment and sweetness that comes from the word of God. He also highlights the danger of being consumed by worldly pleasures and urges the listeners to seek spiritual sustenance from the Lord.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the Five Crowns mentioned in the Bible. They have already covered the incorruptible crown and the soul winner's crown in previous sessions. Now, they focus on the crown of righteousness, comparing the Christian to a warrior. The speaker emphasizes the importance of personal righteousness in the life of a believer and encourages them to live in a way that aligns with their belief in the imminent return of Jesus Christ. They also highlight the contrast between the things of this world and the things provided by God, emphasizing that the things of God are superior.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the simplicity of being a New Testament church. He encourages the audience to focus on the Lord Jesus and not get caught up in the complexities of organizing a church. The preacher reminds the listeners that when two or three are gathered in the name of Jesus, He is present among them. He also urges the congregation to approach church fellowship with faith and not judge others based on their gifts or abilities.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the potential distractions that can arise in one's life, particularly in the context of marriage. He references Paul's warning that marriage can bring about trouble and disagreements between spouses. The preacher also mentions the importance of discipline and accountability for both men and women in relationships. Additionally, he briefly touches on the topic of supporting full-time laborers in the ministry and the misconception that preaching the gospel is an easy job. Throughout the sermon, the preacher encourages listeners to seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit and to attentively listen for the voice of the Lord in their lives.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses four figures that God gives us to understand the church: the bride, the flock, the body, and the building. The first figure emphasizes the importance of our love and obedience to Christ as the head of the church. The second figure highlights Christ as the shepherd and the center of the flock, calling for mutual love and respect among believers. The preacher also mentions the importance of the church as a body, with Christ as the foundation and believers as the members. The sermon concludes with a mention of future discussions on the practical aspects of the church.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the reasons behind our actions in the church. He encourages the congregation to be able to give good reasons for what they do. The sermon then delves into the first mention of the church by Jesus in Matthew 16, specifically focusing on the parable of the wheat and the tares. The speaker suggests that this parable encompasses all of humanity and the mystery of the kingdom of heaven. The sermon concludes by mentioning that future nights will cover topics such as the composition, position, practices, functions, government, and history of the church.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of taking our service for the Lord seriously, comparing it to the dedication of a devoted athlete. He encourages the audience to study and analyze their faith, just as an athlete studies slow-motion movies to improve their performance. The speaker warns against being distracted by worldly concerns and urges the audience to give their all to God. He references Bible verses from 1 Peter and Hebrews to support his message and reminds the audience that they are running a relay race, and it is important to carry the baton well.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of keeping our minds focused on God and our responsibilities. He warns against allowing our thoughts to wander and be influenced by worldly distractions. The speaker mentions the three avenues that Satan uses to tempt us: the lusts of the flesh, the lusts of the eye, and the pride of life. He encourages listeners to analyze their thoughts and be disciplined in their thinking, pointing to the need for God to sanctify our minds and hearts. The sermon references the book of Philippians and highlights the need to change our thinking patterns and align them with God's will.

Ken Baird discusses the governance and history of the Church, emphasizing the role of elders and bishops as appointed by the Holy Spirit rather than by human influence. He highlights the importance of recognizing these leaders within the congregation and outlines their qualifications and responsibilities, including teaching, leading, and caring for the flock. Baird warns against the dangers of the church becoming corrupted through political power and the ecumenical movement, urging believers to remain faithful and discerning. He concludes by expressing gratitude for the simplicity and scriptural basis of the assembly's practices, encouraging the congregation to appreciate their spiritual heritage.

In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Ephesians chapter 4 and emphasizes that each person has been given a gift and the power to use it for the Lord. The preacher mentions the story of a shepherd who was struggling to feed the people of God due to quarreling among them. The preacher highlights the importance of shepherding and feeding the flock, stating that it is a threefold duty outlined by Peter. The preacher also mentions the need for multiple pastors and teachers to guide and direct God's people.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of the children of Israel and how God took care of them when they had no strength against their enemies. He emphasizes that we all have enemies and no strength against them, even in the flesh. The preacher shares a story about a hungry preacher who cried out to the Lord for food, not realizing that the meal was already prepared for him. He uses this story to illustrate the importance of appropriating and appreciating the fact that Jesus' blood was shed to cleanse us from sin. The preacher encourages listeners to not go hungry spiritually, as the bread of life is set before us and God wants us to enjoy and appropriate Him.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of walking with the Lord in our everyday lives. He categorizes our activities for the Lord into worship, work, and loss. The speaker encourages believers to trust in the power of the Holy Spirit to accomplish God's plans, even when faced with challenges. He also highlights the need to develop and use the gifts that God has given us for His glory. The sermon references Bible verses such as Isaiah 40:31 and 1 Timothy 4:12 to support these teachings.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for Christians to be realistic about the enemy they are fighting against. He uses the example of a battle where the enemy destroyed each other, highlighting the victory that Christians have already obtained. The speaker encourages Christians to not relax but to continue striving for spiritual growth and victory. He then focuses on the story of King Jehoshaphat, discussing his successes, failures, and the crisis he faced. The sermon concludes by mentioning the "after this" in Jehoshaphat's life, referring to the challenges and trials that come after a victory.

In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the sad lesson of the children of Israel being exiled from their land and the judgment of God taking effect. The speaker emphasizes the deep lessons that can be learned from this event and how they can be applied to our own lives. The children of Israel were initially a polytheistic nation, but after their exile in Babylon, they became a monotheistic nation. The speaker highlights the faithfulness of Jeremiah, who warned the people about the Babylonian captivity and did not waver in his message. Despite the people's belief that they had a claim on the land, God's promise to give it to them remained intact.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit for guidance and decision-making. He highlights that the Spirit uses various means, such as the Word of God and certain circumstances, to lead and guide believers. The speaker also reminds listeners that they do not need to be in a state of confusion or doubt because the Spirit is there to help and direct them. He further emphasizes that God is for His people and nothing can stand against them. The sermon encourages believers to trust in God's provision and not be discouraged by the challenges they may face.

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the nature of pleasure and how it is divided into three parts: anticipation, realization, and reminiscence. He emphasizes that anticipation is the greatest part of pleasure. The preacher also shares a story of a man who had achieved all his ambitions in seeing the places he wanted to see, but still felt an emptiness inside. The preacher then poses the question of whether material things can truly satisfy, and highlights the need of the human heart that is not fulfilled by human relationships or religious rituals.

In this sermon on Deuteronomy chapter 11, the preacher emphasizes the importance of diligently obeying God's commandments and loving Him with all our hearts and souls. He highlights the promise of God to provide rain in its due season, along with abundant crops and provisions for His people. However, the preacher also warns against turning away from God and serving other gods, as this would result in God's wrath and the withholding of rain and blessings. The sermon references the story of Elijah and the widow, where God miraculously sustained them with a never-ending supply of oil and meal, illustrating God's faithfulness to His word.

In this sermon, the speaker begins by discussing Revelation 1 and 10 and shares their interpretation of what it means to be "in the Spirit." They then move on to Romans 8:10, explaining that God will quicken our mortal bodies when Jesus Christ returns, and this transformation will be done by the power of the Holy Spirit. The speaker uses an illustration from their personal experience working in a mine to emphasize that the power for this transformation is already present within us. They highlight that just as the Spirit gave Jesus His physical body, the same Spirit will give believers a new spiritual body like His. The sermon concludes with the anticipation of the Spirit's final ministry, which will be to give believers a body like Jesus' when He returns.

In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about children walking across a bridge and trusting it to hold them up. He uses this illustration to highlight how people trust in man-made things like bridges, but often struggle to trust in God. The preacher then shares a personal experience of trying to lead someone to salvation, but they hesitated to fully trust in God. He emphasizes that being saved is about recognizing God's love and accepting Jesus as our Savior. The sermon concludes with a reminder that we can always love God, even if we struggle to fully trust Him.

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the difference between the way the world gives and the way God gives. The world gives with the expectation of receiving something in return, while God gives out of the fullness of his heart. The preacher encourages the audience to be cautious when receiving from the world, as they often expect to get their business back. On the other hand, God gives peace that surpasses understanding and is not disturbed by the troubles of the world. The sermon also references the parable of the talents, highlighting the joy and reward that awaits faithful servants in the presence of Christ. The preacher concludes by discussing the importance of recognizing and sharing the love and burden for others, just as the boy in the story says, "He ain't heavy father. He's my brother." The sermon also references the book of Hebrews, specifically chapter 3 and 4, reminding the audience of the consequences of disobedience and the need to heed God's voice.