Jeremiah 17:1-11 The final section of the previous chapter had introduced a glorious prospect of hope and restoration for the future in Israel. Jeremiah’s ministry was undoubtedly a sad and tragic one as far as the present and near-term was concerned. Apostasy and sin had so prevailed in national life […]
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But continue thou…Pt1
But continue thou… 2Tim 3:14-17 This remarkable exhortation is given by the aged, and soon-to-be-martyred Apostle to his young successor in the gospel, Timothy. The generational change in view here is something that should sober the cause of God. Preparing for this changeover exercised Paul’s mind at this point. A […]
But continue thou…Pt2
But continue thou… 2Tim 3:14-17 This remarkable exhortation is given by the aged, and soon-to-be-martyred Apostle to his young successor in the gospel, Timothy. The generational change in view here is something that should sober the cause of God. Preparing for this changeover exercised Paul’s mind at this point. A […]
Grieved by the gospel, Pt1
Scripture: Mark 10:17-22 Sermon notes The rich young ruler—grieved by the gospel Mark 10:17-27 The Saviour’s ministry was marked by great diversity of circumstance. What excitements, changes, raised hopes and discouragements followed quickly on the heels of each other! Leaving the home where He had blessed the children presented to […]
Consecration
Scripture: Leviticus 27:1-34 Sermon notes Consecration to God Leviticus 27:1-34 The book of Leviticus ends on a high note. The final verse of the chapter reminds us of the nature of the book as a whole. Its theme has been redemption to holiness. Holy living is the great purpose of […]
The tragedy of disobedience
Scripture: Leviticus 26:14-46 Sermon notes Leviticus #38: The sad consequences of disobedience Lev 26:14-46 The warnings of God to Israel about disobedience of His commands had a special application to that nation. Its course: past, present, future, is affected by this simple matter of whether or not they will obey […]
Suffer the little children to come unto me
Scripture: Mark 10:13-16 Sermon notes Mark #50: Suffer the children to come unto me Mark 10:13-16 The Saviour’s focus on the family continues here. It is striking that He turns from considering the subject of marriage and divorce to deal with the children brought to Him in these verses. It […]
Christ’s teaching on marriage and divorce
Scripture: Mark 10:1-12 Sermon notes Behold my servant: #49—Marriage and divorce Mark 10:1-12 The Saviour’s teaching ministry continues in these verses. The language of v1 indicates the habitual practice of the Saviour. Further, it shows that there was an appetite among the people for His preaching. The regular pattern was […]
The blessing of obedience
Scripture: Leviticus 26:1-13 Sermon notes The blessings of obedience Leviticus 26:1-13 The holiness of life that is the mark of the redeemed of the Lord is still the theme of these verses. The life of God’s people is to be marked by obedience. Holiness is simply obedience. In this chapter […]
A false charge dismissed and a true crime identified
Scripture: Mark 9:38-50 Sermon notes Mark #48: A false charge and a real crime Mark 9:38-50 These words are part of the continuing discussion between the Saviour and His disciples that had highlighted their ignorance and pride, v33-34. It is often easy to be distracted from that painful reality by […]