Truly Sweet Friendship [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 27:9]

Pastor teaches his family a selection from “the Proverb of the day.” In this verse of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that truly sweet friendship is friendship that is good for the soul, before God. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson) Summary of the transcript of the audio: The devotional explores the biblical concept of friendship as a spiritual discipline rooted in Proverbs 27:9. It argues that true companionship transcends superficial enjoyment and must include hearty counsel that benefits the soul. Believers are called to interact with mutual encouragement that deepens their knowledge of God and the gospel. Such relationships reflect the dignity of having souls rather than merely earthly desires. The message concludes by praying for grace to be and find friends who glorify God together.

Earthly and Heavenly Companionship [Family Worship lesson in Ecclesiastes 4:7–12]

How is love of money so evil? Ecclesiastes 4:7–12 looks forward to the call to worship in public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these six verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that love of money rejects both the fellowship of God and the fellowship of man.How is love of money so evil?(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson) The family devotional lesson explores the vanity and misfortune of pursuing labor solely for personal gain, emphasizing the necessity of fellowship with God and with others for a meaningful life. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4, it argues that true purpose and strength are found not in isolated striving but in relationships—both human and divine—where mutual support and God's presence provide comfort, resilience, and lasting significance. Ultimately, the message underscores that God’s presence is the essential third strand that binds human connections, transforming individual efforts into a source of shared blessing and enduring purpose.

Listening Your Way into the Right Path [2024.10.16 Midweek Sermon in Proverbs 4:10–27]

Give your heart to the Lord and His Word, and enjoy true and everlasting life.

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The Harm of Neglecting Church Discipline [Family Worship lesson in Jude v12–19]

What sorts of people should we be watching against in the church? Jude v12–19 looks forward to the second serial reading in morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these eight verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that we should not share our life with those who give evidence of not having the Spirit. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

A Heart on the Right Path [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 4:10–27]

What is the way to life? Proverbs 4:10–27 looks forward to the sermon in the midweek prayer meeting. In these eighteen verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that the way to blessedness is directed and guarded by the Word of God. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Choosing the Glorious God Who Chose Us [Family Worship lesson in Psalm 119:113–120]

What’s at stake in our choice of the companions in our life? Psalm 119:113–120 looks forward to opening portion of morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these eight verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that we must choose between the Lord Himself and those whose companionship would hinder us from loving and obeying Him. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Preventing Self-Destruction [2024.08.21 Midweek Sermon in Proverbs 1:8–19]

Have God as your Friend to protect you from the enticements of your sinful heart, beginning with godly parents as friends to protect you from the enticements of sinful men

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How to Avoid Self-Destruction [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 1:8–19]

How can we escape self-destruction? Proverbs 1:8–19 looks forward to the sermon in the midweek prayer meeting. In these twelve verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that heeding good counsel and watching against the companionship of the worldly are means by which we may escape self-destruction. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Wholehearted Desire for the Lord, Our Portion [Family Worship lesson in Psalm 119:57–64]

How does the Lord come to be our portion, and what is it like when He is? Psalm 119:57–64 looks forward to the serial reading in morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these eight verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that when the Lord is our portion, certainty that we have Him and His faithfulness to His Word frees us to see His love everywhere and trustingly do our duty. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

The Truest Friend of All [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 27:5–7]

Pastor teaches his family a selection from “the Proverb of the day.” In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that true friendship gives us the help that we need, and God is the truest Friend of all.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

How to Live Like a King [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 25:1–7]

Pastor teaches his family a selection from “the Proverb of the day.” In these seven verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that true nobility is to live by wisdom from the Lord and surround oneself with those who are wise.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Wholehearted Desire for the Lord, Our Portion [Family Worship lesson in Psalm 119:57–64]

How does the Lord come to be our portion, and what is it like when He is? Psalm 119:57–64 looks forward to the opening portion of morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these eight verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that when the Lord is our portion, certainty that we have Him and His faithfulness to His Word frees us to see His love everywhere and trustingly do our duty. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

God's Grace through Our Fellowship—and Sometimes Despite It [2023.06.25 Morning Sermon in Acts 21:15–30]

As believers share their lives, they share in service, in worship, and in dependence on God to keep them from harming one another spiritually.

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How to Be and Choose a Good Friend with Biblical Wisdom (Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 14:7–9)

Pastor leads his family in a selection from “the Proverb of the day.” In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit helps us recognize the sort of wisdom that makes someone else (or ourself) a good choice for a friend.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

How Should We Develop Biblical Friendships (2) (2022.02.06 Sabbath School)

Q&A through the rest of "How Should We Develop Biblical Friendships," in the RHB series, "Cultivating Biblical Godliness."(click here to DOWNLOAD an mp3 file of this lesson)

How Should We Develop Biblical Friendships (1) (2022.01.30 Sabbath School)

Q&A through the first few pages of "How Should We Develop Biblical Friendships," in the RHB series, "Cultivating Biblical Godliness."(click here to DOWNLOAD an mp3 file of this lesson)

Greetings in Christ and from Christ (2021.08.29 Evening Sermon in Philippians 4:21–23)

Greetings for all. Greetings for saints in Christ. Greetings from brethren in the ministry. Greetings from all saints. Greetings from kindred. Greetings from Christ.(click title within audio player for a page where you can download mp3/pdf files of this sermon)

Don't Speak in the Hearing of a Fool (Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 23:9)

Pastor leads his family in a verse from “the Proverb of the day.” In this Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that how our words are likely to be received is a factor in considering whether to speak them—particularly that if we are with or near a fool, it is better to keep our mouth shut.(click audio title within player for a page where you can download mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

True Help for True Grief (Family Worship lesson in 2Samuel 18:33–19:8)

How does God show mercy to David in his intense grief? Pastor leads his family in today's "Hopewell @Home" passage. 2Samuel 18:33–19:8 prepares us for the second serial reading in the morning public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these nine verses of holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that when our grief is intense, we need to see that we still have the Lord Himself, so that we will not be blind either to all of the blessings that He continues unto us (Him Himself, most of all!), or to the pains of others to whom we ought to be ministering. For David, the Lord gives this sight especially by giving him a true friend who will remind him of this truth, and a soft heart to be able to listen to his friend.(click audio title in player for a page where you can download mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

The Power of Believers' Ordinary Faithfulness and Brotherly Love (2021.01.10 Evening Sermon in Ephesians 6:21–22)

God is often pleased to do extraordinary things through Christians' ordinary faithfulness and brotherly love.