From Eden to the Kingdom

Introduction to the Apostle’s Creed

What beliefs distinguish Christians from other religions? What must a Christian profess to be saved? In this sermon, we begin to consider the essential doctrines of the Christian faith, using the Apostle's Creed as our guide.

The Parable of the Net

From Matt. 13:47-50 we see the carelessness of unbelief and the certainty of judgment.

Parables of Treasure

From Matt. 13:44-46 we see that the kingdom of God must be sought and valued.

The Parables of Mustard Seed and Leaven

From Matt. 13:31-33 we see the size of the seed and the spread of the kingdom.

The Parable of the Weeds

From Matt. 13:24-30, 36-43 we see the extent of the kingdom and the extermination of the weeds.

The Parable of the Sower

From Matt. 13:1-23 we see the boundaries of the kingdom and the blessed of the kingdom.

The Blessing of Suffering

From Matt. 5:10-12 we see the persistence of persecution and the paradox of suffering.

The Blessing of Adoption

From Matt. 5:9 we see the formation of peace and the family of God.

The Blessing of Presence

From Matt. 5:8 we answer the questions of what it means to have a pure heart and what it means to see God.

An Overview of Worship of the Triune God

In this lecture, given to pastors of the Pine Barren Association, I explain the motivations and core points of my book, Worship of the Triune God.