Jim Flanigan

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The most profitable way to read any part of Scripture is to find the Lord Jesus, asserting that He is present in every type and part of the Bible. Using the Tabernacle as a primary example, the message systematically explores its various components, from the brazen altar representing Christ's blood and sacrifice to the laver symbolizing cleansing by the Word, and the golden altar with its incense representing Christ's delightful life and worship. The sermon concludes that the entire Tabernacle, including the veil (Christ's flesh) and the ark (Christ's glory), ultimately points to Jesus, encouraging listeners to seek Him in all of Scripture.

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The Song of Solomon, specifically chapter 5, to reveal the multifaceted loveliness of Jesus Christ. The examples highlight how the bride's description of her beloved, from his "white and ruddy" purity and passion to his "chiefest among ten thousand" uniqueness, serves as a profound portrait of Christ. The sermon details various symbolic descriptions, such as his head like fine gold representing deity, his eyes like doves showing pity, and his lips like lilies signifying his sweet preaching, ultimately concluding that Christ is "altogether lovely." The message encourages believers to meditate on these aspects of Christ's character and to share their love for him with others, drawing parallels to the Old Testament's divine ordering of books and the New Testament's allusions to this song.

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Expounds the foundational importance of the Epistle to the Romans, presenting it as a cornerstone of New Testament doctrine and a profound exposition of the gospel. It highlights Christ's multifaceted role, first in relation to the world as the Son of God and seed of David, powerfully declared by His resurrection, and then as the stumbling block and end of the law for Israel. For believers, Christ is presented as a substitute who bore our sins and our eternal security, guaranteed by God's justification and Christ's intercession, ensuring nothing can separate us from God's love. The message concludes by emphasizing that the entire Epistle to the Romans is ultimately an exposition of Christ in His various relationships, urging faithful living in light of His finished work and future judgment.

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Christ's future vindication is powerfully demonstrated through the book of Revelation, particularly chapters ten and nineteen. Chapter ten offers a symbolic preview of Christ's glorious return, depicted as a mighty angel clothed in the Shekinah cloud with a rainbow upon his head, signifying God's complete and unbroken promises. Chapter nineteen then reveals the fulfillment of this preview, portraying Christ as the conquering King of Kings and Lord of Lords, returning in power and glory to judge the nations. The sermon contrasts Christ's humble earthly experiences—lying in a manger, sitting on a well, sleeping in a boat, riding a donkey, praying in Gethsemane, hanging on the cross, and resting in a tomb—with his triumphant return, emphasizing God's complete reversal of shame into glory and humiliation into vindication. This ultimate triumph is celebrated with four "Hallelujahs" in Revelation nineteen, underscoring the profound significance of Christ's final victory and reign.

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The multifaceted nature of Christ as revealed in Psalms 22, 23, and 24, arguing that these Psalms, often linked together, offer profound insights into His suffering, present ministry, and future glory. Psalm 22 depicts Christ's suffering as the "hind of the morning," hunted and pierced, culminating in His finished work. Psalm 24 anticipates His glorious return as the King of glory, entering His holy place. The sermon emphasizes Psalm 23 as the central focus, highlighting the Lord Jesus as Jehovah Rohai, our Shepherd, who provides, brings peace (Jehovah Shalom), heals (Jehovah Rapha), leads in righteousness (Jehovah Tsidkenu), sanctifies (Jehovah M'kaddesh), and is eternally present (Jehovah Shammah). The core lesson is that the deity of Christ is evident throughout the Psalms, and His shepherdly care is a present reality for believers, assuring them of provision and presence through all of life and death.

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Christ is found in the offerings of Leviticus, particularly the meal offering, which symbolizes His perfect life lived for God's pleasure. The meal offering, composed of fine flour, oil, frankincense, and salt, represents Christ's unblemished character, His divine nature mingled with the Holy Spirit, His preciousness to God, and His sinless purity. The absence of leaven and honey signifies His complete separation from evil and His incorruptible, divine sweetness, which cannot be soured by circumstances. This offering, a companion to blood offerings, highlights the inseparable nature of Christ's life and death, both being essential for God's delight and humanity's salvation.

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The prophecy of Isaiah serves as a miniature Bible, mirroring its structure, themes of ruin and redemption, and its beginning and end. Within Isaiah, Christ is presented in various roles: as the sovereign King, the Son of the Virgin, the Son of the Father, the stem of Jesse, the strength and salvation of His people, their shadow from the heat, and the scholar learning in God's school. The sermon highlights Christ's perfect servant ministry, characterized by quietness, gentleness, and steadfastness, refusing cheap publicity and not breaking the bruised reed or quenching the smoking flax. Furthermore, Christ's solace for His people is revealed through His comforting words, "Fear thou not, for I am with thee," and His shepherding ministry, which involves feeding, gathering, carrying, and gently leading His flock. The prophecy ultimately reveals the greatness of the Lord Jesus, encouraging believers to search for Him throughout Isaiah and the rest of Scripture.

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The four Gospels offer distinct yet complementary portraits of Jesus Christ, revealing his multifaceted nature. While initially perceived as simple, closer study shows their profound depth, with John's Gospel often considered the most profound. Each Gospel—Matthew (the King), Mark (the Servant), Luke (the perfect Man), and John (the Son of God)—presents unique aspects of Jesus' identity and ministry, emphasizing his divine royalty, humble service, perfect humanity, and divine sonship. Understanding these varied perspectives, including their specific audiences and literary styles, is crucial for a balanced and comprehensive appreciation of Christ.

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Demonstrates that the Lord Jesus can be found throughout the Old Testament scriptures, specifically in Genesis and Exodus. The examples highlight Melchizedek's encounter with Abram, emphasizing his refreshment and blessing as a type of Christ's priestly ministry that empowers believers to resist worldly temptations. The sermon also details Aaron's priestly garments, particularly the stones on his shoulders and the breastplate, as types representing Christ's burden-bearing for the security, sympathy, guidance, and ultimate acceptance of His people before God. The message concludes by urging believers to remain in communion with Christ, the heavenly Melchizedek and High Priest, to effectively withstand the world's pressures.

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The significance of the title "Jesus of Nazareth" as used in the Book of Acts, highlighting how the apostles employed this seemingly humble designation to powerfully present Jesus. It details how Nazareth was a town associated with obscurity, poverty, squalor, and immorality, making the title a source of shame and scorn. The message contrasts this earthly rejection with God's ultimate approval, showing how Jesus, though despised on earth, is exalted in heaven. Key figures like Peter, John, Stephen, and Saul are examined to illustrate how their encounters with Jesus of Nazareth shaped their understanding and ministry, ultimately revealing God's sovereign plan in exalting the one whom man rejected.

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Jesus' parables in Matthew 13, beginning with the parable of the sower and the tares, which illustrates the coexistence of good and evil within the world until the final harvest. It highlights the timing and setting of Jesus' discourse, noting his rejection by religious leaders and his subsequent teaching from a boat by the sea, symbolizing his outreach to the Gentile nations. The message emphasizes that parables were used by Jesus to make people listen, understand, and think, and it distinguishes between Israel, the church, and the kingdom, asserting that the parables of Matthew 13 outline the course of the kingdom during the king's absence. The sermon concludes by explaining that the harvest signifies the end of the age, when angels will separate the wicked from the righteous for the coming millennial glory.

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The final earthly moments of Jesus, using the rich man Joseph of Arimathea's actions as a lens to explore the significance of the linen cloth, the new tomb, and the great stone. It contrasts Jesus' first garments, swaddling clothes, with his last, the linen cloth, highlighting the mystery of his divine and human nature. The sermon also reflects on the gifts given to Jesus, from the wise men's offerings to Joseph's final gift of the tomb, emphasizing that giving to the Lord yields eternal rewards. The closing thought centers on the "last glimpse" of Jesus in the tomb before the stone was rolled, connecting it to the future hope of believers seeing him in glory.