Advent

Luke 17:20-30  – HDM 11/30/1969 – Sermon Audio     Sermon Text    Briefing Document     Study Guide

This text is an Advent sermon focusing on the nature of the Kingdom of God as described in Luke 17. The speaker explains that this kingdom is not an earthly monarchy governed by human will, but rather an absolute spiritual monarchy ruled by Jesus Christ, whose word is supreme. The sermon emphasizes that the Kingdom of God is internal, residing within true believers, and is invisible to human eyes. It serves as both a warning to those with superficial faith and a comfort to genuine disciples, highlighting the ultimate triumph of believers and the judgment awaiting unbelievers at Christ’s second coming.

II Timothy 3:12-17  – OWS 12/07/1969 –  Sermon Audio     Sermon Text    Briefing Document     Study Guide

A sermon from the Second Sunday in Advent, focuses on the Christian expectation of persecution, drawing heavily from Paul’s second letter to Timothy. It explains that persecution is an unavoidable aspect of living godly in Christ, emphasizing that believers should not be surprised but rather prepared to endure it. The sermon highlights scripture as the foundational source of strength and wisdom for enduring trials, reminding listeners that the Bible provides doctrine, reproof, correction, and instruction in righteousness. Ultimately, it encourages steadfastness in faith and a bold confession of truth, assuring believers that clinging to God’s word enables them to victoriously navigate and even rejoice amid persecution.