Sovereign Providence in Salvation [Family Worship lesson in Matthew 27:55–66]

Whom does the Lord use to prepare and assure of His resurrection? Matthew 27:55–66 looks forward to the morning sermon in the holy assembly on the coming Lord’s Day. In these twelve verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that the Lord uses faithful but unheralded servants, and even the most earnest efforts of His enemies, to prepare His resurrection and assure us of it.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson) Summary of the transcript of the audio: This passage reveals God’s sovereign providence in orchestrating even the most unlikely individuals and adversarial actions to confirm the resurrection of Christ. Though overlooked by society—such as the faithful women who ministered to Jesus and the otherwise unknown Joseph of Arimathea—God uses them to fulfill His redemptive purposes, demonstrating that true significance lies not in public recognition but in faithful service. Even the chief priests and Pharisees, seeking to prevent claims of resurrection by securing the tomb with a guard and seal, inadvertently strengthen historical confidence about its reality, leaving only one possible explanation of the empty tomb. The passage calls believers to humility, diligence, and contentment, trusting God to glorify His Name.

Getting a Good Heart [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 16:16–19]

What are the prerequisites for godly speech? Proverbs 16:16–19 looks forward to the midweek sermon. In these four verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that wisdom, uprightness, and humility are the prerequisites for godly speech.

The devotional emphasizes that godly, beneficial speech stems from a heart cultivated through wisdom, uprightness, and humility, rather than material wealth or association with the proud. Drawing from Proverbs 16, the message clarifies that true wisdom and understanding, gained through fellowship with God, are far more valuable than gold or silver, while departing from evil requires a steadfast commitment to righteousness and a humble spirit content in God's provision. Ultimately, the speaker underscores that conforming to the example of Christ—who embodies wisdom, righteousness, and humility—is the path to cultivating a heart that overflows with good and godly speech.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Crowns Only through Crosses [Family Worship lesson in Matthew 20:20–28]

How do saints come to glory? Matthew 20:20–28 prepares us for the sermon in the morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these nine verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that saints come to glory through service and suffering with Christ.

The sermon explores the disciples' request for positions of prominence in Jesus's kingdom, contrasting it with the model of selfless service exemplified by Christ. Drawing from Matthew 20, the message emphasizes humility and the prioritization of serving others, rather than seeking authority or recognition. It clarifies that true greatness lies in emulating Jesus's example of sacrifice and submission, ultimately trusting God's sovereign plan for their places in His kingdom, while acknowledging the patience and wisdom of Christ in guiding his followers towards a deeper understanding of his will.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

He Is the Greatest! [Family Worship lesson in Matthew 18:1–11]

Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? Matthew 18:1–11 prepares us for the sermon in the morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these eleven verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that Jesus is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, and this must shape how we regard others, and all things. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Living in Light of God's Divinity [Family Worship lesson in Psalm 139:1–12]

What difference do God’s omniscience and omnipresence make? Psalm 139:1–12 looks forward to the opening portion of morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these twelve verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that knowing the God Who knows us and all things, we ought to live conscientiously, humbly, and confidently. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

God's Mind About Christ [2025.03.16 Morning Sermon in Matthew 16:21–23]

Knowing Jesus as Christ and God means adoring His glory at the cross and humbling ourselves to learn more about Him from Him Himself.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Learning Jesus from Jesus [Family Worship lesson in Matthew 16:21–23]

How ought we to respond to the truth that Jesus is Christ and God? Matthew 16:21–23 prepares us for the sermon in the morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that part of responding rightly to Jesus’s identity is humbly learning more from Him. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Humble Souls Nourished by Hope [Family Worship lesson in Psalm 131]

How does true humility happen? Psalm 131 looks forward to the opening portion of morning public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these three verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that humility comes by hope. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Wisdom's Competing Offer [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 9]

What does wisdom offer? Proverbs 9 looks forward to the sermon in this week’s midweek meeting. In these eighteen verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that wisdom offers true conversion and eternal life from God Himself. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Lifesaving Instruction [2024.12.18 Midweek Sermon in Proverbs 7]

To keep from self-destruction, we must internalize and apply biblical instruction

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Life-Saving Humility [2024.12.11 Midweek Sermon in Proverbs 6:20–35]

To live a holy, safe, blessed life, we urgently need humility!

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The Stupidity of Hating Correction [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 12:1]

Pastor teaches his family a selection from “the Proverb of the day.” In this verse of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that it is stupid for those who so very much need correction to hate it the way that our flesh naturally does.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Denouncing Our Pride [Family Worship lesson in Amos 6:8–14]

How much does God hate pride? Amos 6:8–14 looks forward to the hearing of God’s Word, publicly read, in the holy assembly on the coming Lord’s Day. In these seven verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that God hates pride with a just, wrathful, almighty hatred.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Horror-Preventing Humility [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 5:7–14]

Why is hearing so important? Proverbs 5:7–14 looks forward to the sermon in this week’s midweek meeting. In these eight verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that the humility to hear can spare us the horror of wasting our life in contradiction to God’s design and Word. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Humble Escape from Harmful Romance [2024.10.23 Midweek Sermon in Proverbs 5:1–6]

One way that wisdom saves us from the path to death and hell is by alerting us to the deceptive sweetness and comfort of romance with someone other than your wife.

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Gentle, Humble, Almighty Savior [2024.10.13 Morning Sermon in Matthew 12:9–21]

Christ, the almighty Victor, distinguishes Himself by gentleness and humility that gives life and joy to His people.

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Gentle, Humble, Victorious Jesus [Family Worship lesson in Matthew 12:9–21]

What is Jesus like, as He victoriously brings forth His kingdom in almighty strength? Matthew 12:9–21 looks forward to the morning sermon in public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these thirteen verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that our mighty, victorious Lord is gentle and humble. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

The Self-Destroying Perversity of Pride [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 11:2–6]

Pastor teaches his family a selection from “the Proverb of the day.” In these five verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that all sin has pride at its root and self-destruction as its fruit.(click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Childish Arrogance and Wicked Resistance of Unbelief [Family Worship lesson in Matthew 11:16–24]

What should we say about an unbelieving generation? Matthew 11:16–24 looks forward to the morning sermon in public worship on the coming Lord’s Day. In these nine verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that those who hear the gospel but don’t repent are childishly arrogant and wickedly resistant. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)

Consent to Wisdom While You May [Family Worship lesson in Proverbs 1:20–33]

How can we keep from being enticed in the way of the world? Proverbs 1:20–33 looks forward to the sermon in the midweek prayer meeting. In these fourteen verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that wisdom itself entices us, as an alternative to the self-destroying enticements of sin. (click here to DOWNLOAD mp3/pdf files of this lesson)