God is our refuge and strength, a very present[b] help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah (Psalm 46:1-3) O Lord God, you are our only refuge and strength, for there is no […]
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A Prayer: Psalm 33:1-3
Shout for joy in the Lord, O you righteous! Praise befits the upright. 2 Give thanks to the Lord with the lyre; make melody to him with the harp of ten strings! 3 Sing to him a new song; play skillfully on the strings, with loud shouts. (Psalm 33:1-3) Our great God and Savior, we come before you today to worship you in spirit […]
The Resurrection of Christ and Historical Progress
Introduction It is good to be with you here on this first Lord’s Day of the new year, 2022. I have been asked to speak to you today about the resurrection of Christ and the continuing ministry or continuing work of Christ. Or another way to put it is to say the resurrection of Christ […]
Human Citharas and Singing with Jesus
Introduction Today’s message is an appendix, if you will, to the studies we have done during the month of October. Then Lord willing, we will be back in the gospel of John next Lord’s Day. I want to set forth today a positive view of what it means to sing in New Covenant worship. Our […]
A Biblical-Historical Case for Exclusive Psalmody
Introduction On this Lord’s Day, we will once again concern ourselves with the matter of what we are to sing in the public worship of God. As has been stated in the previous weeks, the elders of Hope Baptist Church have come under the conviction of the Exclusive Psalmody position, which can be succinctly stated […]