Tyler Renfrow - Christ Our Righteousness

"But thou, Israel, art my servant, Jacob whom I have chosen, the seed of Abraham my friend. Thou whom I have taken from the ends of the earth, and called thee from the chief men thereof, and said unto thee, Thou art my servant; I have chosen thee, and not cast thee away. Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. Behold, all they that were incensed against thee shall be ashamed and confounded: they shall be as nothing; and they that strive with thee shall perish. Thou shalt seek them, and shalt not find them, even them that contended with thee: they that war against thee shall be as nothing, and as a thing of nought. For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee." Isaiah 41:8-13

FRIEND OF SINNERS Text: Luke 5:27-32 THEME: The great physician and the good shepherd finds sinners and becomes their friend and savior. I. Jesus: Friend of Sinners A. Calling Levi B. Eating with Sinners II. Jesus: Opposed by "Righteous" Pharisees III. Jesus: Calling Sinners to Repentance CONCLUSION: The Lord comes next to us – he does not drive the sheep; he leads them.

Ephesians 6:10–13 is significant because it reveals that the Christian life involves a spiritual battle that is far greater than merely the visible struggles, conflicts, and temptations we experience. Paul calls believers to be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power, emphasizing that victory does not come from human strength but from God. The believer's true struggle is against spiritual forces of evil, making the battle ultimately about remaining faithful to Christ and resisting Satan's schemes. In the context of "It's Much Bigger Than You Think," this passage broadens our perspective: what appears to be an ordinary earthly conflict may have a deeper spiritual dimension, and therefore Christians must put on the full armor of God and stand firm. The emphasis is not on fear, but on dependence upon God, spiritual readiness, perseverance, and confidence that God equips His people to withstand evil.

Rev. Sean McCann - Romans: Christ / Righteousness

Curtis Fitts

This sermon explores Psalm 10 as a continuation of Psalm 9, highlighting the tension between the believer's experience of God's absence and the theological truth of His sovereignty. The text examines the confident arrogance of the wicked, who oppress the poor and act in practical atheism, contrasting this with the righteous who, despite feeling abandoned, trust that God sees and will ultimately judge. The preacher emphasizes that while emotions of distress are legitimate, faith must remain anchored in the conviction that God is just and will vindicate the afflicted. By connecting this psalm to Romans 3, the message underscores that all humans are prone to sin, yet God remains both just and the justifier. The sermon concludes by encouraging believers to use the Psalms as a guide for prayer, trusting that God's justice will prevail even when it feels distant.

This sermon examines the Trinitarian dimensions of Isaiah 11, focusing on the identification of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit within the prophecy of the Messiah. The Father is presented as the implicit source of the Davidic line, while the Son is depicted as the royal Branch who rules with righteousness and integrity. The Holy Spirit is highlighted as the distinct person who rests upon the Messiah, providing a seven-fold empowerment that includes wisdom, understanding, counsel, and might. The teaching emphasizes the functional unity of the Godhead, where the Spirit furnishes the Son to carry out the Father's sovereign plan. This analysis connects the Old Testament prophecy to New Testament fulfillment, illustrating how the distinct roles of the three persons cooperate in the redemption and rule of Christ.

This sermon explores the reality, entrance, and hindrances associated with the kingdom of God, grounded in the account of Jesus welcoming children in Mark 10. The central message asserts that God's kingdom is a spiritual reality characterized by righteousness, peace, and joy, accessible only through personal faith in Jesus Christ. The preacher emphasizes that entrance requires repentance and trust in Christ's atoning work, rather than religious observance or good deeds. A warning is issued against the disciples' example of hindering others from approaching Christ, urging believers to be channels of blessing rather than barriers. The sermon concludes with a direct invitation for unsaved listeners to overcome personal obstacles such as sin, fear, or procrastination and to enter the kingdom immediately.

Taigen Joos

Preacher: Rev Andrew Murray Welcome to our service at Ardaragh FPC. We hope you will join with us as we meet together to worship God.