J B Nicholson

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ID 53432Feb 27, 1986

The tribe of Dan, positioned as the rear guard of Israel's camp, is characterized by its strategic northern location and its symbolic representation as a serpent, ready to strike. It traces Dan's history from its settlement in the north, its association with idolatry exemplified by Micah's ephod and Jeroboam's golden calf at Dan, and its eventual replacement by the Levites in the millennial temple. Despite Dan's historical failings and the tribe's absence from the sealed 144,000 in Revelation, the sermon highlights God's persistent grace, evidenced by Ezekiel's prophecy of Dan receiving an inheritance and Samson's sacrificial act. The message concludes by emphasizing that God's grace extends even to those who stray, offering salvation at life's end, and that all tribes, like the rear guard, are positioned by God to follow His lead.

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The necessity of being born again is the central claim in the passage, directly addressing Nicodemus's inquiry in John 3:1-21. The message explains that spiritual rebirth is not a physical one but a transformation by the Spirit, essential for entering the Kingdom of God. It emphasizes that this new birth is a personal and essential step, regardless of one's moral standing or past religious practices. The sermon concludes by urging listeners to personally receive Christ as their Savior, highlighting that this decision determines eternal destiny.

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The centrality of the cross in the believer's life is explored, beginning with the crucifixion of Jesus as depicted in John 19. The sermon emphasizes that God's love is the greatest love, with Christ being His greatest gift, and the cross the ultimate manifestation of that love. It highlights the cross as the focus of history, the fulfillment of prophecy, the foundation of salvation, and the battlefield where sin and enemies are defeated. The message also delves into the significance of Christ's blood for cleansing and redemption, and His death as a representation and relinquishment of all for humanity, urging believers to live for Him in light of His sacrifice.

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The central claim is that the preaching of the cross of Christ is the power of God, not human wisdom, and that adding to or detracting from the gospel diminishes its effect. The sermon emphasizes that Christ himself, not human eloquence or worldly accolades, makes Christianity important, and that true preaching stems from a heart filled with Christ, leading to a crucified self-life and a focus on Christ crucified. It concludes by highlighting the cross as the foundation for teaching and prayer, urging believers to fix their minds on Christ rather than themselves and to preach the gospel with methods consistent with its message.

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True salvation comes not from self-righteousness or good works, but solely through God's grace in Jesus Christ. It contrasts the self-willed 'way of Cain,' characterized by a low view of sin and a desire to justify oneself, with the biblical path of repentance and faith in Christ. The passage uses examples like Cain, Balaam, and Korah from Jude, as well as personal anecdotes, to illustrate how people mistakenly believe they can earn their way to heaven through their own efforts or by following religious traditions. The core message is that God's standard is perfection, which only Christ met, and that salvation is a gift received by acknowledging one's sinfulness and trusting in Christ's atoning sacrifice. The sermon concludes by urging listeners to accept this free gift of salvation, emphasizing that God gives people what they truly desire, and that rejecting Christ means rejecting heaven itself.

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The glory of God is to be reflected in our bodies, which are temples of the Holy Spirit and members of Christ, not our own. The sermon emphasizes that because believers are bought with a price, their bodies are not for personal indulgence or sin but for the Lord. It urges fleeing from sexual immorality and other sins, recognizing that our bodies are indwelt by the Holy Spirit and are part of Christ. The ultimate call is to live in a way that glorifies God in all actions, whether eating, drinking, or any other activity, by considering whether it builds us up in faith and honors God.

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True worship belongs to the Lord God alone, not to idols or false deities, as demonstrated by Elijah's confrontation with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. Elijah's challenge involved a divine test where the true God would answer by fire, exposing the impotence of Baal worship. The narrative highlights Elijah's restoration of the Lord's altar and his prayer, contrasting with the futile efforts of the Baal prophets. The core lesson is that sincerity without truth is insufficient, and individuals must choose to follow the one true God, recognizing that salvation is a costly commitment. The message concludes by urging listeners to commit to God, acknowledging that Christ's sacrifice on Calvary is the ultimate demonstration of God's love and the only means of salvation.

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The glory of God is the central theme explored through the Corinthian epistles, demonstrating that true glory is found not in human wisdom, might, or riches, but in knowing and glorifying God. The sermon highlights that God chooses the seemingly foolish, weak, and despised things of the world to confound the wise and mighty, emphasizing that creation itself originates from nothing, thereby attributing all glory to God. It further explains that God's covenant and promises are based solely on His unchangeable character and word, and that believers are qualified for service not by their own abilities but by what Christ has become to them: wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. Ultimately, the message calls believers to cease glorying in themselves or worldly achievements and instead to glory in the Lord, recognizing that all things—present, future, life, and even death—are theirs in Christ, who is God.

ID 52858May 5, 1982

The church is not a building but a universal body of believers united by faith in Jesus Christ, distinguishing it from any false professing church. True membership in this "Catholic" or worldwide church is solely through receiving Christ as Savior, a relationship that cannot be broken. The sermon emphasizes that God designs His church with purpose, making it resilient against persecution, unlike worldly organizations. It cautions against materialism and pleasure-seeking as enemies that can weaken the church, and highlights that God's measure of blessing is not by numbers but by faithfulness to His design.

ID 52844May 3, 1982

Expounds on the divine order within the church, emphasizing the headship of Christ and the glory of God as foundational principles. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 11 and 1 Timothy 2, it argues that the Apostle Paul's instructions regarding head coverings and women's roles are not cultural but rooted in creation and divine truth. The message clarifies the symbolic meaning of head coverings for women and the uncovered head for men, illustrating ascending headship and descending glory, and concludes by urging believers to recognize and uphold this order to glorify God.

ID 52808May 3, 1982

That understanding the Bible is a gift available to all Christians, not a special talent, and that true spiritual growth comes from diligent study and application of God's Word. It explores the multifaceted nature of Jesus Christ as the cornerstone of the church, highlighting His roles as both a stumbling stone for unbelievers and the sure foundation for believers. The message also delves into the unity and diversity within the body of Christ, urging believers to appreciate each member's unique contribution and to maintain fellowship despite differences, ultimately pointing to Christ as the perfecter of the church.

ID 52718May 2, 1982

Establishes Jesus Christ as the sole foundation of the church, emphasizing his roles as prophet, priest, and king. It explores how Christ's revelation, redemption, and rule provide faith, love, and hope. The message delves into Old Testament types and prophecies foreshadowing Christ, such as the rock smitten for water and Joseph as a picture of Christ, arguing that understanding these typologies enriches the understanding of Christ's work. It also highlights Christ's sinlessness, his role as the Word made flesh, and the divine intent behind his sacrificial death, underscoring that the church is built by Christ alone and is called out of the world to fellowship around Him.

ID 52708May 2, 1982

Directly addresses the core claim that salvation is found solely through faith in Jesus Christ, not through personal merit or good works. It contrasts the simplicity of the gospel with the complexity and confusion often introduced by human intellect and tradition, using examples from Proverbs and the Gospel of John to illustrate the necessity of receiving Christ. The central lesson emphasizes that true life and eternal salvation are a gift received by trusting in the Lord, requiring repentance and faith, and highlights the urgency of this decision. The message concludes by urging listeners to accept this gift of God now, as salvation is not guaranteed for tomorrow, and to seek Christ with their whole heart.