This is the first sermon in a new series on Marriage and the Family. It deals with why we look to the Bible as the foundation for our thinking about these subjects. Read by Simon Oosterhof.
Read 2 Timothy 3:10-17
I Will Raise Up the Booth of David
Through Amos, God promises that he will restore the Kingdom of Israel under a Davidic King. This promise is fulfilled in Jesus and the establishment of his Kingdom.
Read Amos 9:11-12
Build Your House on the Rock
Jesus here makes it clear that it is only by hearing and doing his words that we build a life that will stand firm on the day of judgment. The sermon considers this theme in the light of the broader gospel message of salvation by grace and not works.
Read Matthew 7:24-29
God and the Remnant
There is much in these verses about the character of God. The remnant theme is also addressed.
Read Amos 9:1-10
Who Will Enter the Kingdom of Heaven?
Jesus teaches here that neither confession of his Lordship nor performing miracles are necessarily evidence of salvation, but only doing the will of his Father in heaven.
Read Matthew 7:21-23
Poverty, Sabbath and Famine of the Word
This sermon focuses on these three subjects which Amos addresses in this chapter.
Read Amos 8
The Mode of Baptism
This sermon argues that the proper mode of baptism is either sprinkling or pouring. It explores the significance of the imagery of sprinkling and pouring. It also deals with baptism as a sign of union with Christ.
Beware of False Prophets
Jesus gives a solemn warning about false prophets. There are many false teaches in our day. We must take Jesus’ warning seriously.
Read Matthew 7:15-20
God, Amos and Amaziah
Amos intercedes to God on behalf of sinful Israel and God postpones his punishment giving Israel time to repent. Amaziah, and ungodly priest tells Amos to go and prophesy somewhere else.
Read Amos 7
Church, Government and Abortion
Read Psalm 82; Romans 13:1-7