http://www.solideogloria.org/ Weekly expositions of the Christian Gospel by Pastor Rich Hamlin en-us http://www.solideogloria.org/ Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:35:48 GMT 1440 http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100228.htm Luke 12:22-34. I. Introduction; II. Not to Worry; A. Physical need taken care of; B. Spiritual need taken care of; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Managed stress vs. Eliminated stress; B. A message to unbelievers: You should worry; C. A message to believers: You shouldn't worry Sun, 28 Feb 2010 05:17:29 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100221.htm Luke 12:13-21. I. Introduction; II. The Parable of the "Rich Fool"; A. General theme of Jesus' sermon: Coming Judgment; B. Be on your guard against:; 1. Religious hypocrisy (Vv. 1-12); 2. Greed (Vv. 13-21); III. Conclusion and Application; A. What the farmer forgot: God, others, and his mortality; B. Forget these and you are a fool; C. Are you rich toward God? Sun, 28 Feb 2010 04:09:28 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100214.htm Luke 12:1-12. I. Introduction; II. Identifying Hypocrites; A. A sermon on Judgment; B. I dentifying religious hypocrites: Jesus' Trinitarian response; III. Conclusion and Application; A. It really matters what we believe about God; B. Man is really good at "inventing" deity; C. Our Trinitarian redemption Sun, 14 Feb 2010 16:12:08 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100207.htm Luke 11:37-54. I. Introduction; II.Six Woes; A. God's Law vs. Man's religious laws; B. Religious hypocrisy; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Unbelief and judgment; B. False teachers: Most dangerous men on earth; C. The significance of Hebrews 1:1-3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 04:05:13 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100131.htm Luke 11:27-36. I. Introduction; II. The Sign of Jonah; A. Skeptics wanted another sign; B. The Queen of Sheba's response; C. Nineveh's response; D. The lack of response by Israel; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus is dangerous; B. Are you in the "light"? Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:19:09 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100124.htm Luke 11:14-26. I. Introduction; II. Stronger than the Strongman; A. Luke wrote so that we "may know"; B. Evidence is in: Are you with Jesus or not?; C. Blasphemy and the "unforgivable sin"; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Living in a world of "gray"; B. Was Jesus tolerant?; C. Only two kinds of people in this world Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:44:27 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100117.htm Luke 11:1-13. I. Introduction; II. Jesus on Prayer; A. The "Lord's Prayer"; 1. "When you pray, say..."; 2. This is "how you should pray"; B. Chief request: God's name to be hallowed; C. Keep praying!; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Mature prayer vs. Juvenile prayer; B. The value of persistent prayer; C. Making sense of God's delayed answers Sun, 17 Jan 2010 16:35:24 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100110.htm Luke 10:38-42. I. Introduction; II. At Mary and Martha's; A. Thematic placement; B. Mary chooses better; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Martha was being a servant; what's wrong with that?; B. Mary is commended for listening; C. Theme of Luke 9 and 10: Listen to Jesus Fri, 15 Jan 2010 21:55:02 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/100103.htm Luke 4:31-44. I. Introduction; II. The Good Samaritan; A. "What must I do to inherit eternal life?"; B. A wrong definition of "neighbor"; C. Instead of justifying himself, the scribe needed to confess and have faith; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Man (believer and unbeliever) often deceives himself; B. Are you trusting in yourself? Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:46:46 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091227.htm Luke 10:1-24. I. Introduction; II. The Sending Out of Preachers; A. It was an urgent task; B. Damage to the devil-then and now; III. Conclusion and Application; A. More bearable at Judgment for Sodom then Capernaum. Why?; B. Are you highly privileged but mostly unmoved?; C. If you reject God's word, you reject God Wed, 13 Jan 2010 21:22:58 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091220.htm Lost recording. Re-preached. Luke 9:50-62. I. Introduction; II. The Cost of Following Him; A. Jesus: Resolute toward Jerusalem; B. Jews despised Samaritans and vice versa; C. The great cost of following Jesus; III. Conclusion and Application; A. These three men wanted to "negotiate" what it means to follow Jesus; B. Jesus demands ALL from us Sun, 20 Dec 2009 04:07:40 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091213.htm Luke 9:37-50. I. Introduction; II. Saving a Boy and Answering the disciples' question; A. Unable to drive out the demon; B. Why their failure?; C. The disciples' disappointing discussion; III. Conclusion and Application; A. What is dependent faith?; B. Danger: Believing in Jesus but trusting in self Sun, 13 Dec 2009 04:19:01 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091206.htm Luke 9:28-36. I. Introduction; II. The Transfiguration; A. Transfiguration: Transformed and changed; B. Why Moses and Elijah?; C. Peter's mistake (again); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus: The God-man; B. Worship Him as the Holy God Thu, 10 Dec 2009 23:00:56 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091129.htm Luke 9:18-27. I. Introduction; II. Who is Jesus?; A. Filling in the chronological gap; B. "You are the Messiah"; C. Misunderstanding the Messiah's mission; D. Jesus' mission and His believers; III. Conclusion and Application; A. God using Scripture to convert; B. Jesus asks you: "Who do you say I am?" Tue, 08 Dec 2009 01:24:28 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091122.htm Luke 4:31-44. I. Introduction; II. Sending and Feeding; A. Disciples on a mission; B. Feeding the 5,000: Only miracle in all four Gospels; C. A miracle meant to teach and train; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus is teaching what it means to follow and serve Him:; 1. The Lord uses what we have to do what we could not; 2. We need to keep "going back" to the Lord; B. This miracle and its relation to the Lord's Supper; C. He asks us to do the "impossible", too Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:21:23 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091115.htm Luke 8:40-56. I. Introduction; II. A Sick Woman and a Dead Girl; A. These two stories go together; B. Sick woman: Suffering physically, socially, and religiously; C. Dead girl: Hopelessly dead; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Helpless and hopeless: Only Jesus can give what they desperately need; B. Jesus used physical healing as a picture of salvation; C. From hopeless to saved; all because of Jesus Sun, 15 Nov 2009 04:42:54 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091108.htm Luke 8:26-39. I. Introduction; II. Healing of a Demon-possessed man; A. Greeted by demons; B. Sent to the pigs; C. Jesus came across the lake to save just one; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Why so much demon activity?; B. The difference between the man possessed by Legion and everyone else prior to conversion? Not of kind but of degree; C. From Satan's family to God's! Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:46:10 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091101.htm Luke 8:22-25. I. Introduction; II. Stilling the Storm; A. "Don't you care, Jesus?"; B. Three words still the storm; C. "Where is your faith?"; III. Conclusion and Application; A. A storm and miracle turned into a lesson about faith; B. A three-pronged theology when in a storm; 1. The "storm" is the Lord"s doing; 2. The "storm" shouldn't frighten because God is with us; 3. The "storm" is a perfect Opportunity for our Lord to be Lord; C. Faithlessness is sin Fri, 13 Nov 2009 22:14:49 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091025.htm Luke 8:16-21. I. Introduction; II. More Secrets from the Kingdom; A. Not talking about our light; B. Talking about the secret and mystery of the Kingdom of God; C. The believer receives now and even more later; III. Conclusion and Application; A. A difficulty for the Christian: God's Hidden Kingdom; B. A few have been given a glimpse of the Kingdom's reality Wed, 28 Oct 2009 02:13:43 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091018.htm Luke 8:1-15. I. Introduction; II. The Reception and Rejection of the Kingdom of God; A. Faithful women; B. Parable of the Soils; 1. Unresponsive heart; 2. Impulsive heart; 3. Preoccupied heart; 4. Responsive heart; C. Saving faith: hears, believes, endures, and produces; III. Conclusion and Application; A. What are the "secrets" for the believer?; B. The Kingdom of God wins! Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:45:44 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091011.htm Luke 7:36-50. I. Introduction; II. Anointed at Dinner; A. Simon's motive?; B. Simon saw no need for gratitude; C. The "Parable of the Two Debtors"; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Do you love Jesus? No, really!; B. Two examples:; 1. Church of Ephesus; 2. Peter; C. The $5,000 debtor vs. the $50,000 debtor Wed, 14 Oct 2009 19:01:30 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/091004.htm Luke 7:18-35. I. Introduction; II. A Struggling John the Baptist; A. In prison and confused; B. Jesus wasn't meeting John's expectations; C. The greatness of John; D. So how can the Christian be greater?; III. Conclusion and Application; A. God doesn't always meet our expectations; B. Whose expectations need to change?; C. The examples of Jonathan and Sarah Edwards Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:09:48 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090927.htm Luke 7:1-17. I. Introduction; II. A Healing and a Raising; A. A centurion's faith; B. A widow's son raised from the dead; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Who can face death and win?; B. What the Scriptures say; C. Death has met its Conqueror Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:58:13 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090920.htm Luke 6:43-49. I. Introduction; II.The Wise and Foolish Builder; A. Jesus concludes His sermon with two illustrations; 1. Trees known by fruit; 2. Wise and foolish builders; B. Our words and deeds reveal our heart; C. False followers: Listen but didn't believe; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Concerning Jesus: Neutrality is impossible; B. "Storms" often reveal who we are; C. Christ is the Foundation Sun, 20 Sep 2009 14:58:40 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090913.htm Luke 6:27-42. I. Introduction; II.Loving and Judging; A. Jesus: A radically different value system; B. Love the unlovely as much as the lovely; C. Overall theme: Love our enemies; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Christians are to be a very visible counter-culture; B. By imitating Christ, the Christian counter-culture becomes visible Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:16:20 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090906.htm Luke 6:17-26. I. Introduction; II.Jesus' Sermon; A. Sermon on the Mount?; B. Sermon theme: Citizens of the Kingdom; 1. Four blessings; 2. Four woes (curses); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus' truth antithetical to the world' teaching; B. The Benediction: Blessing or curse? Sat, 12 Sep 2009 19:33:29 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090830.htm Luke 6:1-16. I. Introduction; II.Lord of the Sabbath and the Calling of the Twelve; A. The Sabbath: A day of delight had become a day of drudgery; B. The selection of twelve "regular" guys; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Who were the Apostles?; B. God loves to use "average" people Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:20:10 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090823.htm Luke 5:27-39. I. Introduction; II. Jesus' Early Ministry; A. Jesus calls a tax collector; B. Levi throws a party!; C. For some, Jesus' followers were too cheerful; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Levi: Full of joy and evangelistic zeal; B. A parable about the church; C. Forgiven little? Then you love little; D. An evangelistic plan for you Sun, 23 Aug 2009 15:15:50 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090816.htm 1 Corinthians 2:12-16. Elder Jeff McInnis preaching. 1. Two Different views of the world; a. Worldly "wisdom"; b. God's wisdom; 2. Mind of Christ; a. We see truth that escapes others; 3. Kingdom vs. Prison; 4. Live out God's Law of Life Sun, 16 Aug 2009 15:30:34 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090809.htm Luke 5:12-26. I. Introduction; II. Jesus Heals; A. A leper; B. A paralytic; III. Conclusion and Application; A. What the Bible says concerning our spiritual condition (we are the leper and the paralytic); B. Christ healed (saved) us. Do you care?; C. Forgiven little? Then you love little; D. Are you an un-amazed Christian? Sun, 09 Aug 2009 15:04:01 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090802.htm Luke 5:1-11. I. Introduction; II. An Obedient Follower of Christ; A. Jesus' command trumped Peter's reasoning; B. In the presence of the Holy God sinful man trembles; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Is "Because You say so" enough for you?; B. The value of an obedient "first step" Sun, 02 Aug 2009 14:25:53 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090726.htm John 4:4-42. Nicolas Farelly, our missionary in France, preaching. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 15:21:08 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090719.htm Luke 4:31-44. I. Introduction; I. Introduction; II. Jesus in Capernaum; A. Amazed at Jesus' authority; B. Why silence the demon's testimony?; III. Conclusion and Application; A. We must learn we are all under authority; B. Demons and creation know Christ's authority; C. Do you acknowledge His authority over you? Sat, 25 Jul 2009 21:09:09 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090712.htm Luke 4:14-30. I. Introduction; II. Jesus in Nazareth; A. Background regarding Isaiah 61; B. Jesus boldly declares: "I fulfill it!"; C. Love turns to hate; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Once loved or hated, most now indifferent to Jesus: Why?; B. Truth can be hard; but it is necessary Sun, 12 Jul 2009 14:59:55 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090705.htm Luke 4:1-13. I. Introduction; II.The Temptation of Jesus; A. Temptation #1: Question God's Word; B. Temptation #2: Obtain the crown without the cross; C. Temptation #3: Take Scripture out of context; III. Conclusion and Application; A. First Adam vs. Second Adam; B. Parallel between Genesis 3 and Luke 4; C. Jesus, our Victor! Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:49:40 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090628.htm Luke 3:21-38. I. Introduction; II.Jesus' Baptism and Genealogy; A. Why is Jesus getting baptized?; B. And what's up with the dove?; C. The Trinity is involved in our salvation; D. His genealogy shows us that Jesus was a real man; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus Christ: Fully God and fully Man; B. False god religions and cults all stumble concerning Jesus Sun, 28 Jun 2009 14:27:08 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090621.htm Luke 3:1-20. I. Introduction; II. John Prepares the Way; A. John the Baptist: An OT prophet; B. John's mission; 1. Need for conversion; 2. Introduce Jesus; C. John's baptism vs. Jesus' baptism; III. Conclusion and Application; A. How can sin and judgment be good news?; B. Peter preached bad news, too (Acts 2) Sun, 21 Jun 2009 14:44:05 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090614.htm Luke 2:41-52. I. Introduction; II. Boy Jesus at the Temple; A. Why so little about young Jesus?; B. Verse 49: Jesus' first recorded words (is that important?); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Of all the events in Jesus' young life, why this one?; B. Jesus knew who He was - He wanted His parents (and us) to know, too; C. We need to be in our Father's House, as well Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:09:48 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090607.htm Luke 2:21-40 I. Introduction; II.Jesus Presented at the Temple; A. Mary's purification; B. Jesus' presentation; C. Simeon's song; D. Anna's praise; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Simeon's Three Prophecies; 1. Man's falling and rising; 2. Revealed hearts; 3. Mary's pain; B. What are you going to do with Jesus? Sun, 07 Jun 2009 15:44:06 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090531.htm Luke 2:1-20. I. Introduction; II. The Birth of Christ; A. Christianity: Historical and fact based; B. Getting Mary to Bethlehem; C. Lowly (and often despised) shepherds receive first invitation; III. Conclusion and Application; A. The re-occurring theme of the new songs: Thank you God!; B. Shepherds, sheep, and the Lamb of God; C. The "Bread of Life" born in the "City of Bread" to reverse the curse Sun, 31 May 2009 14:21:51 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090524.htm Luke 1:57-80. I. Introduction; II. The Birth of John; A. The significance of his name; B. Zechariah's prophecy; 1. Concerning Jesus (vv. 68-75); 2. Concerning John (vv. 76-79); C. The One promised was here!; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Majoring on spiritual; minoring on temporal; B. We need John the Baptist's message today Sun, 24 May 2009 13:40:23 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090517.htm Luke 1:46-56. I. Introduction; II. "The Magnificat"; A. Mary's praise of God for Jesus; B. Mary worship; C. Similar to Hannah; III. Conclusion and Application; A. What do we learn from Mary's Worship?; 1. Internal; 2. Constant; 3. Humble; B. Worship of Mary vs. Mary's worship Sun, 17 May 2009 15:12:05 GMT \ http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090510.htm Luke 1:26-45. I. Introduction; II. The Annunciation; A. Gabriel visits Mary; B. More fulfilled prophecy; III. Conclusion and Application; A. The significance of the virgin birth; 1. Humanity of Christ; 2. Divinity of Christ; B. Mary's model response Sat, 16 May 2009 21:03:16 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090503.htm Luke 1:1-25. I. Introduction; II. Introduction to the Book of Luke; III. The Beginning: John the Baptist; A. Why does Luke write?; B. Gabriel's visit; IV. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus as an historical figure; B. Jesus as a prophetic figure; C. Do you believe? Sun, 03 May 2009 15:05:55 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090426.htm Psalm 50. I. Introduction; II. Here Comes the Judge; A. First defendant: The formalist (vv. 7-15); B. Second defendant: The hypocrite (vv. 16-21); C. We will "sacrifice thank offerings" when we understand the Gospel; III. Conclusion and Application; A. A stern warning in Psalm 50; 1. Are you a formalist?; 2. Are you a hypocrite?; B. Taking off the mask Sun, 26 Apr 2009 23:31:25 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090419.htm Psalm 49. I. Introduction; II. Empty Glory; A. Foolishness of accumulating wealth/possessions at expense of soul; B. News flash! You are going to die; C. Man can't; but God has; III. Conclusion and Application; A. The Parable of the Rich Fool and Psalm 49; B. We all need a 'but God' Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:31:29 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090412.htm Isaiah 61:1-3. I. Introduction; II. An Introduction to Isaiah; A. Isaiah is God's mouthpiece of judgment and mercy; B. Isaiah 40 through 66 is about Jesus; III. What the Promised Savior will do; A. Think as a captive; B. Isaiah 61 fulfilled in Luke 4; IV. Conclusion and Application; A. Is it the year of the Lord's favor for You? or...;B. Will it soon be the day of Vengeance?; C. Lose your burden forever at the Cross Sun, 12 Apr 2009 23:08:13 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090405.htm Psalm 48. I. Introduction; II. The City of God; A. Attacked; B. Delivered; C. Historical event referenced?; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Our "Jerusalem" cannot be shaken; 1. Salvation; 2. Church; 3. Heaven; B. "...The battle is not yours, but God's" Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:41:12 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090329.htm Psalm 47. I. Introduction; II. The King; A. Our God: King of the World; B. Verse 9: Prophecy; C. Are you a citizen of His kingdom?; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Recognized or not; God is King; B. God's world-wide plan of salvation - been His plan all along; C. The God of Psalm 47 is too big and wonderful to water down Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:35:24 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090322.htm Psalm 46. I. Introduction; II. Besieged; A.God's power over nature (vv. 1-3); B.God's power over attackers of His city (vv. 4-7); C.God's power over whole world (vv. 8-11); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Security of Jerusalem vs. New Jerusalem; B. Comforted now and in the future Wed, 25 Mar 2009 23:41:22 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090315.htm Psalm 45. I. Introduction; II. A Royal Wedding; A. Understanding OT weddings; B. Vv. 2-9: In praise of King Jesus; C. Vv. 6-7 in the NT; D. Vv. 10-15: Words to the bride (church); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Awaiting His return; 1. Leave the past; 2. Honor in the present; 3. Look forward to the future; B. The wedding feast is coming! Mon, 16 Mar 2009 22:02:23 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090308.htm Psalm 44. I. Introduction; II. Looking for an Explanation; A. A glorious past contrasted with a puzzling present; B. Victories and defeats: From God; C. The psalm ends with no explanation; III. Conclusion and Application; A. The puzzle answered; 1. Jesus in the boat; 2. Paul in Romans 8; B. Seeing suffering as a "battle scar" and not as punishment Sat, 07 Mar 2009 20:51:51 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090301.htm Psalm 42 and 43. I. Introduction; II. Spiritual Depression; A. Worst loneliness: spiritual; B. Despair and hope; C. A prayer for "light" and "truth"; III. Conclusion and Application; A. "Suburbs of heaven" or "wading in hell"?; B. Depression's cure; 1. Talk to God; 2. Talk to self Sun, 01 Mar 2009 04:23:23 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090222.htm Psalm 41. I. Introduction; II. Mercy for the Weak; A. Mercy for the merciful; B. Mistreated; C. Verse 9 and the Last Supper; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Jesus in the OT; B. Jesus in Psalm 41 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 03:30:52 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090215.htm Psalm 40. I. Introduction; II. Answered Prayer; A. From the pit to the rock; B. Vv. 6-8: About Jesus; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Psalm 40: A picture of salvation; B. Pit = hell; Rock = Jesus; New song = Holy Spirit Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:27:38 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090208.htm Psalm 39. I. Introduction; II. "Help Me Make Sense of This, God"; A. David sounds like Job; B. What is bothering David?; 1. Brevity of life; 2. Apparent meaninglessness; C. The turning point (v. 7) and the climax (v. 12); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Seeing life in light of eternity; B. Augustine's recommendations Sat, 07 Feb 2009 21:47:37 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090201.htm Psalm 38. I. Introduction; II. A Psalm of Confession; A. Sin and sickness; B. David: sick, alone, and attacked; C. What does he do? Confesses sin; III. Conclusion and Application; A. How often do you confess your sin?; B. Why not more often?; C. Confession: "Spiritual maintenance" Mon, 02 Feb 2009 17:37:14 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090125.htm Psalm 37. I. Introduction; II. Just Wait; A. "Why do the wicked prosper?"; B. "And why do we fret or get jealous about that?"; C. What are we to do instead?; 1. Look up; 2. Look ahead; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Wisdom from Psalm 73; B. Regaining perspective Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:29:41 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090118.htm Psalm 36. I. Introduction; II. The Wicked and the Good; A. Root of wickedness: no fear of God; B. The non-believer "flatters himself too much"; C. The Christian has "life" and "light"; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Contrasting verse 2 and verse 9; B. Jonathan Edward's analysis; C. Come live in the light! Sat, 17 Jan 2009 19:03:32 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090111.htm Psalm 35. I. Introduction; II. "Get 'em God!"; A. An imprecatory psalm; B. Three parts: Vv. 1-10, Vv. 11-18, Vv. 19-28); C. David's enemies: scheming, slandering, and gloating; III. Conclusion and Application; A. "Get 'em God" or love your enemies?; B. Understanding the "divinely imposed" divide; C. There is a war going on! Sat, 10 Jan 2009 19:15:03 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/090104.htm Psalm 34. I. Introduction; II. A Hymn to a Sermon; A. Hymn: Praise God (vv. 1-10); B. Sermon: Fear the Lord (vv. 11-22); C. The ultimate deliverance; III. Conclusion and Application; A. The "good things" of Psalm 34; B. These "good things" are for those who "seek the Lord"; C. Understanding that "no good thing" is withheld Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:06:17 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081214.htm Psalm 32. I. Introduction; II. The Joy of Knowing Forgiveness; A. The Christian is to confess sin all the time; B. Understanding God's comprehensive forgiveness; III. Conclusion and Application; A. How often do you confess sin?; B. When you confess, be as specific as possible Wed, 07 Jan 2009 05:26:21 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081207.htm Psalm 31. I. Introduction; II. Anguish to Assurance; A. Life: A rollercoaster ride of pain and joy; B. How to live? Trusting our life to An All-Sovereign and Providential God; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Psalm 31 also answers how to die; B. Psalm 31 to Luke 23 to Acts 7 And throughout history... Tue, 06 Jan 2009 23:11:47 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081130.htm Psalm 30. I. Introduction; II. A Psalm of Thanksgiving; A. Thanking God for answered prayer; B. His favor outweighs His disfavor; C. Side note: The significance of Mount Moriah; III. Conclusion and Application; A. God doesn't treat us as we deserve; B. God's discipline produces more honoring children Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:32:43 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081123.htm Psalm 29. I. Introduction; II. The Almighty God; A. Three stanzas; B. What is "glory", anyway?; C. The "Voice of the Lord" and Judgment; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Our worship is to be in response To His glory; B. God's glory has substance... so should our worship Tue, 06 Jan 2009 04:14:44 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081116.htm Psalm 28. I. Introduction; II. Answered Prayer; A. Wait for the Lord...and pray; B. Four sections (stanzas); III. Conclusion and Application; A. Why so many names for God?; B. A look at five names; 1. Rock; 2. Strength; 3. Shield; 4. Fortress; 5. Shepherd; C. Which one(s) did you need to be reminded of? Sun, 04 Jan 2009 03:34:52 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081109.htm Psalm 27. I. Introduction; II. Praise and Prayer; A. David's confidence is in the Lord; B. Chaos abounds...let"s go worship!; C. God never forsakes; III. Conclusion and Application; A. Saul: he didn't wait; B. God has His timing!; C. Wisdom from Rutherford Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:35:54 GMT http://www.solideogloria.org/erc/sermons/081102.htm Psalm 26. I. Introduction; II. An Introduction to the Psalms; III. Psalm 26; A. Contrast: the righteous and the wicked; B. Company we keep "here" is the company we will keep "there"; IV. Application and Covenant; A. Loving God's people and loving God's house; B. A lesson from Balaam. Sat, 03 Jan 2009 19:29:06 GMT