Sermons https://www.paramountchurch.com no en-us ℗ & © 2024 Paramount Church: Jacksonville, FL Sermons from Paramount Church: Jacksonville, FL Paramount Church: Jacksonville, FL Paramount Church in Jacksonville, Florida, exists to make the gospel paramount (1 Corinthians 15:3) in all things for the sinner's joy and the Savior's glory. Paramount Church in Jacksonville, Florida, exists to make the gospel paramount (1 Corinthians 15:3) in all things for the sinner's joy and the Savior's glory. John Fonville gospeldriven@mac.com Why Do We Walk Past a Baptismal Font? Why Do We Walk Past a Baptismal Font? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/why-do-we-walk-past-a-baptismal-font Why do we walk past a baptismal font at the entrance of the church building? Why do we walk past a baptismal font at the entrance of the church building? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-09-24/515/why-do-we-walk-past-a-baptismal-font Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Lifemaker The Lifemaker https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/the-lifemaker The gospel is incomprehensible apart from the work of the Holy Spirit. So, who is the Holy Spirit and what is His role in relationship to the gospel? The gospel is incomprehensible apart from the work of the Holy Spirit. So, who is the Holy Spirit and what is His role in relationship to the gospel? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-08-20/514/the-lifemaker Sun, 20 Aug 2023 11:30:00 -0400 The Assuring Benefits of Faith, Part 3 The Assuring Benefits of Faith, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/the-assuring-benefits-of-faith-part-3 In 1 John 5:4b-17, to strengthen his little children’s assurance, John sets forth three assuring benefits of believing that Jesus is the Son of God. In 1 John 5:4b-17, to strengthen his little children’s assurance, John sets forth three assuring benefits of believing that Jesus is the Son of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-06-04/513/the-assuring-benefits-of-faith-part-3 Sun, 4 Jun 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Loving God and The Children of God, Part 3 Loving God and The Children of God, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/loving-god-and-the-children-of-god-part-3 In 1 John 4:7-5:4a, the Apostle John explains the nature of authentic love. He does this to refute the secessionists claims to love God and to assure his little children of their salvation. Today, in 1 John 4:17-5:4a, the Apostle John will explain the third element of the authentic nature of love, namely the perfection of God’s love. In this final section, John teaches that when God’s love has fully reached its goal in a believer’s life, it produces two results: confidence in judgment (4:17-18) and obedience to God’s commands (4:19-5:4a). Today, we are going to look at the first result, namely confidence in judgment (4:17-18). In 1 John 4:7-5:4a, the Apostle John explains the nature of authentic love. He does this to refute the secessionists claims to love God and to assure his little children of their salvation. Today, in 1 John 4:17-5:4a, the Apostle John will explain the third element of the authentic nature of love, namely the perfection of God’s love. In this final section, John teaches that when God’s love has fully reached its goal in a believer’s life, it produces two results: confidence in judgment (4:17-18) and obedience to God’s commands (4:19-5:4a). Today, we are going to look at the first result, namely confidence in judgment (4:17-18). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-03-26/512/loving-god-and-the-children-of-god-part-3 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 11:30:00 -0400 Love One Another, Part 6 Love One Another, Part 6 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/love-one-another-part-6 In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-02-05/511/love-one-another-part-6 Sun, 5 Feb 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Love One Another, Part 5 Love One Another, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/love-one-another-part-5 In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-29/510/love-one-another-part-5 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Love One Another, Part 4 Love One Another, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-26/love-one-another-part-4 In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-26/509/love-one-another-part-4 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Love One Another, Part 3 Love One Another, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/love-one-another-part-3 In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God (i.e. his readers) and the children of the devil (i.e., those who left) to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-15/508/love-one-another-part-3 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 1 John: Gospel Assurance in a Rebellious Age 1 John: Gospel Assurance in a Rebellious Age https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/1-john-gospel-assurance-in-a-rebellious-age Is 1 John to be understood as setting forth a series of “tests of life” (i.e., theological, moral, social) by which a believer can examine his/her life to have assurance of salvation? How are we to understand the criteria that John sets forth throughout his letter? How should we read 1 John? Is 1 John to be understood as setting forth a series of “tests of life” (i.e., theological, moral, social) by which a believer can examine his/her life to have assurance of salvation? How are we to understand the criteria that John sets forth throughout his letter? How should we read 1 John? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-08/507/1-john-gospel-assurance-in-a-rebellious-age Sun, 8 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Resolution-Driven Faith vs. Gospel-Driven Faith Resolution-Driven Faith vs. Gospel-Driven Faith https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/resolution-driven-faith-vs-gospel-driven-faith The Scriptures do not call believers to orient their faith around their personal resolutions. Rather, the Scriptures call believers to orient their faith around Christ as Paul writes in Galatians 2:20, "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me." The Scriptures do not call believers to orient their faith around their personal resolutions. Rather, the Scriptures call believers to orient their faith around Christ as Paul writes in Galatians 2:20, "I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me." https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2023-01-01/506/resolution-driven-faith-vs-gospel-driven-faith Sun, 1 Jan 2023 11:30:00 -0500 Love One Another, Part 2 Love One Another, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/love-one-another-part-2 Love One Another, Part 2- In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God who love and the children of the devil who hate to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. Love One Another, Part 2- In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God who love and the children of the devil who hate to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-11/505/love-one-another-part-2 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Love One Another, Part 1 Love One Another, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/love-one-another-part-1 In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God who love and the children of the devil who hate to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. In 1 John 3:11-24, John sets forth three contrasts between the children of God who love and the children of the devil who hate to assure his readers of their status as the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-12-04/504/love-one-another-part-1 Sun, 4 Dec 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 6 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 6 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-6 In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-27/503/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-6 Sun, 27 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 5 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-5 In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-20/502/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-5 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 4 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-4 In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-11-13/501/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-4 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 3 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-3 In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-09/500/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-3 Sun, 9 Oct 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 2 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-2 In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-11/499/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-2 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 1 The Children of God and the Children of the Devil, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-1 In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. In 1 John 2:28-3:10, John answers the question, “Who are the children of God?” He answers this question by contrasting three characteristics of the children of God (2:28-3:3) with two characteristics of the children of the devil (3:4-10, i.e., the secessionists). By drawing this clear contrast John has two aims: 1. To instruct his little children how to live differently from the secessionists who are seeking to deceive them by their teaching and lifestyle (3:7). 2. To assure his children of their salvation—that they are the children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-09-04/498/the-children-of-god-and-the-children-of-the-devil-part-1 Sun, 4 Sep 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 4 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/do-not-be-deceived-part-4 John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-21/497/do-not-be-deceived-part-4 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 3 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/do-not-be-deceived-part-3 John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-08-14/496/do-not-be-deceived-part-3 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 2 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/do-not-be-deceived-part-2 John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-31/495/do-not-be-deceived-part-2 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 1 Do Not Be Deceived!, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/do-not-be-deceived-part-1 John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. John’s primary aims in 1 John 2:18-27 are to warn and equip his children against the antichrists’ (i.e., secessionists’) attempts to deceive them. Therefore, John gives four instructions to his children to protect them from being deceived and led astray by the antichrists. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-24/494/do-not-be-deceived-part-1 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Do Not Love the World Do Not Love the World https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/do-not-love-the-world In 1 John 2:15-17, John gives two reasons why he exhorts his “little children” to not love the world. In 1 John 2:15-17, John gives two reasons why he exhorts his “little children” to not love the world. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-17/493/do-not-love-the-world Sun, 17 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Power of Gospel Affirmation, Part 3 The Power of Gospel Affirmation, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/the-power-of-gospel-affirmation-part-3 In 1 John 2:12-14, John writes to affirm the faith of all his readers, both young and old, by declaring to them three spiritual blessings they possess as children of God. In 1 John 2:12-14, John writes to affirm the faith of all his readers, both young and old, by declaring to them three spiritual blessings they possess as children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-07-10/492/the-power-of-gospel-affirmation-part-3 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Power of Gospel Affirmation, Part 2 The Power of Gospel Affirmation, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/the-power-of-gospel-affirmation-part-2 In 1 John 2:12-14, John writes to affirm the faith of all his readers, both young and old, by declaring to them three spiritual blessings they possess as children of God. In 1 John 2:12-14, John writes to affirm the faith of all his readers, both young and old, by declaring to them three spiritual blessings they possess as children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-12/491/the-power-of-gospel-affirmation-part-2 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 The Power of Gospel Affirmation, Part 1 The Power of Gospel Affirmation, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/the-power-of-gospel-affirmation-part-1 In 1 John 2:12-14, John writes to affirm the faith of all his readers, both young and old, by declaring to them three spiritual blessings they possess as children of God. In 1 John 2:12-14, John writes to affirm the faith of all his readers, both young and old, by declaring to them three spiritual blessings they possess as children of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-06-05/490/the-power-of-gospel-affirmation-part-1 Sun, 5 Jun 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Knowing God, Part 4 Knowing God, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/knowing-god-part-4 Knowing God, Part 4- In 1 John 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists (2:19) to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). Knowing God, Part 4- In 1 John 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists (2:19) to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-29/489/knowing-god-part-4 Sun, 29 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Knowing God, Part 3 Knowing God, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/knowing-god-part-3 Knowing God, Part 3- In 1 John 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists (2:19) to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). Knowing God, Part 3- In 1 John 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists (2:19) to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-22/488/knowing-god-part-3 Sun, 22 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Knowing God, Part 2 Knowing God, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/knowing-god-part-2 Knowing God, Part 2- In 1 John 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists (2:19) to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). Knowing God, Part 2- In 1 John 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists (2:19) to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-08/487/knowing-god-part-2 Sun, 8 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 Knowing God, Part 1 Knowing God, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/knowing-god-part-1 Knowing God, Part 1- In 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). Knowing God, Part 1- In 2:3-11, John refutes three false claims (vv. 4, 6, 9) made by the secessionists to know God while not keeping His commandments. By refuting the false claims of the secessionists, John assures his "little children" (2:1) in the faith that they indeed know God and have eternal life (see 1 John 2:12-14; 5:13, 20). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-05-01/486/knowing-god-part-1 Sun, 1 May 2022 11:30:00 -0400 God is Light, Part 4 God is Light, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/god-is-light-part-4 God is Light, Part 4- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. Today, we will see in 2:1-2, how John refutes the secessionist's egregious claim in 1:10 to have not sinned. In 2:1a, John exhorts his readers to not sin. But, when they do sin, he assures his "little children" in the faith that they have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous who is the propitiation for their sins (2:1b-2). God is Light, Part 4- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. Today, we will see in 2:1-2, how John refutes the secessionist's egregious claim in 1:10 to have not sinned. In 2:1a, John exhorts his readers to not sin. But, when they do sin, he assures his "little children" in the faith that they have an Advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous who is the propitiation for their sins (2:1b-2). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-24/485/god-is-light-part-4 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 What is the Gospel? What is the Gospel? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/what-is-the-gospel What is the Gospel? What is the Gospel? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-17/484/what-is-the-gospel Sun, 17 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 God is Light, Part 3 God is Light, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/god-is-light-part-3 God is Light, Part 3- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. God is Light, Part 3- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-10/483/god-is-light-part-3 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 God is Light, Part 2 God is Light, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/god-is-light-part-2 God is Light, Part 2- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. God is Light, Part 2- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-04-03/482/god-is-light-part-2 Sun, 3 Apr 2022 11:30:00 -0400 God is Light, Part 1 God is Light, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/god-is-light-part-1 God is Light, Part 1- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. God is Light, Part 1- To assure his readers they are in fellowship with God, the Apostle John, in 1 John 1:5–2:2, refutes three false claims by the secessionists to have fellowship with God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-20/481/god-is-light-part-1 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0400 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 3 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/we-proclaim-the-word-of-life-part-3 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 3- In 1 John 1:1-4, the Apostle John, to overcome his reader's confusion and doubts and to assure them of their salvation, begins his letter by proclaiming to them the foundation and purpose of the gospel. We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 3- In 1 John 1:1-4, the Apostle John, to overcome his reader's confusion and doubts and to assure them of their salvation, begins his letter by proclaiming to them the foundation and purpose of the gospel. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-13/479/we-proclaim-the-word-of-life-part-3 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Ashley Null: How Do We Cultivate a Gospel-centered Lent? Ashley Null: How Do We Cultivate a Gospel-centered Lent? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/ashley-null-how-do-we-cultivate-a-gospel-centered-lent Ashley Null on how to cultivate a gospel-centered Lent. Ashley Null on how to cultivate a gospel-centered Lent. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-03-06/480/ashley-null-how-do-we-cultivate-a-gospel-centered-lent Sun, 6 Mar 2022 11:30:00 -0500 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 2 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/we-proclaim-the-word-of-life-part-2 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 2- In 1 John 1:1-4, the Apostle John, to overcome his reader's confusion and doubts and to assure them of their salvation, begins his letter by proclaiming to them the foundation and purpose of the gospel. We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 2- In 1 John 1:1-4, the Apostle John, to overcome his reader's confusion and doubts and to assure them of their salvation, begins his letter by proclaiming to them the foundation and purpose of the gospel. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-27/478/we-proclaim-the-word-of-life-part-2 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 1 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/we-proclaim-the-word-of-life-part-1 We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 1- In 1 John 1:1-4, the Apostle John, to overcome his reader's confusion and doubts and to assure them of their salvation, begins his letter by proclaiming to them the foundation and purpose of the gospel. We Proclaim the Word of Life, Part 1- In 1 John 1:1-4, the Apostle John, to overcome his reader's confusion and doubts and to assure them of their salvation, begins his letter by proclaiming to them the foundation and purpose of the gospel. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-20/477/we-proclaim-the-word-of-life-part-1 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 2 Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/gospel-assurance-in-an-age-of-uncertainty-part-2 Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 2- Does 1 John set forth a series of "tests of faith," which the believer can use to gain assurance of faith? How are we to understand 1 John so that our assurance is strengthened instead of undermined? Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 2- Does 1 John set forth a series of "tests of faith," which the believer can use to gain assurance of faith? How are we to understand 1 John so that our assurance is strengthened instead of undermined? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-13/476/gospel-assurance-in-an-age-of-uncertainty-part-2 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 1 Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/gospel-assurance-in-an-age-of-uncertainty-part-1 Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 1- We are beginning a study of 1 John. Before diving into 1 John, today's message is an introductory message on assurance focusing on three principal ways that Lordship Salvation undermines assurance. Gospel Assurance in an Age of Uncertainty, Part 1- We are beginning a study of 1 John. Before diving into 1 John, today's message is an introductory message on assurance focusing on three principal ways that Lordship Salvation undermines assurance. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-02-06/475/gospel-assurance-in-an-age-of-uncertainty-part-1 Sun, 6 Feb 2022 11:30:00 -0500 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 3 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/the-fundamental-blessing-of-the-gospel-part-3 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 3- How are you righteous before God? This series will explore eight truths about justification, the doctrine by which the church and individual either stands or falls when Christ returns as Judge. The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 3- How are you righteous before God? This series will explore eight truths about justification, the doctrine by which the church and individual either stands or falls when Christ returns as Judge. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-12-05/474/the-fundamental-blessing-of-the-gospel-part-3 Sun, 5 Dec 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 2 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-21/the-fundamental-blessing-of-the-gospel-part-2 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 2- How are you righteous before God? This series will explore eight truths about justification, the doctrine by which the church and individual either stands or falls when Christ returns as Judge. The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 2- How are you righteous before God? This series will explore eight truths about justification, the doctrine by which the church and individual either stands or falls when Christ returns as Judge. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-21/473/the-fundamental-blessing-of-the-gospel-part-2 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 1 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-07/the-fundamental-blessing-of-the-gospel-part-1 The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 1- How are you righteous before God? This series will explore eight truths about justification, the doctrine by which the church and individual either stands or falls when Christ returns as Judge. The Fundamental Blessing of the Gospel, Part 1- How are you righteous before God? This series will explore eight truths about justification, the doctrine by which the church and individual either stands or falls when Christ returns as Judge. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-11-07/472/the-fundamental-blessing-of-the-gospel-part-1 Sun, 7 Nov 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Practicing the Presence of God Practicing the Presence of God https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-08-08/practicing-the-presence-of-god How does a Christian practice the presence of God? How does a Christian practice the presence of God? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-08-08/471/practicing-the-presence-of-god Sun, 8 Aug 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The Key to Living a Holy Life The Key to Living a Holy Life https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-06-29/the-key-to-living-a-holy-life How do you live out the way of life that the Bible calls holiness, righteousness, godliness, obedience? What is the key to living a holy life? How do you live out the way of life that the Bible calls holiness, righteousness, godliness, obedience? What is the key to living a holy life? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-06-29/470/the-key-to-living-a-holy-life Tue, 29 Jun 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Of First Importance Of First Importance https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-04-04/of-first-importance Of First Importance- There is only one thing that the church provides to the world that is truly unique. What is it? We will explore this today. Of First Importance- There is only one thing that the church provides to the world that is truly unique. What is it? We will explore this today. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-04-04/469/of-first-importance Sun, 4 Apr 2021 11:30:00 -0400 Who is this Son of Man? Who is this Son of Man? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-28/who-is-this-son-of-man Who is this Son of Man?- In John 12:12-19, John reveals how Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem demonstrates to us who the Son of Man is and the urgent need to trust in Him alone for salvation. Who is this Son of Man?- In John 12:12-19, John reveals how Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem demonstrates to us who the Son of Man is and the urgent need to trust in Him alone for salvation. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-28/468/who-is-this-son-of-man Sun, 28 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The New Temple, Part 3 The New Temple, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-21/the-new-temple-part-3 The New Temple, Part 3- In today's message, we will see that the story of redemption began in a Temple (Gen. 1-3) and ends in a Temple (cf. Rev. 21-22). John reveals in Revelation 21-22 that the entire new creation is the Temple. The New Temple, Part 3- In today's message, we will see that the story of redemption began in a Temple (Gen. 1-3) and ends in a Temple (cf. Rev. 21-22). John reveals in Revelation 21-22 that the entire new creation is the Temple. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-21/467/the-new-temple-part-3 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0400 The New Temple, Part 2 The New Temple, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-14/the-new-temple-part-2 The New Temple, Part 2- Jesus is the new temple—the dwelling place of God with His people. However, having completed His saving mission Jesus ascended physically to heaven. So the question is, where is God’s presence with His people now? We will explore this question today. The New Temple, Part 2- Jesus is the new temple—the dwelling place of God with His people. However, having completed His saving mission Jesus ascended physically to heaven. So the question is, where is God’s presence with His people now? We will explore this question today. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-14/466/the-new-temple-part-2 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The New Temple The New Temple https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-07/the-new-temple The New Temple- In John 2:13-22, where the Apostle John records Jesus' first cleansing of the temple, John reveals that Jesus is the new temple. He shows how Jesus is the place of fellowship with God The New Temple- In John 2:13-22, where the Apostle John records Jesus' first cleansing of the temple, John reveals that Jesus is the new temple. He shows how Jesus is the place of fellowship with God https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-03-07/465/the-new-temple Sun, 7 Mar 2021 11:30:00 -0500 The Multiplication of Grace The Multiplication of Grace https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-02-28/the-multiplication-of-grace In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30, Jesus teaches about the multiplication of grace. The believer's good works have no merit in this life or in the final judgment. Believers are rewarded on the basis of grace not merit. Believers are showered with grace upon grace! In the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30, Jesus teaches about the multiplication of grace. The believer's good works have no merit in this life or in the final judgment. Believers are rewarded on the basis of grace not merit. Believers are showered with grace upon grace! https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-02-28/464/the-multiplication-of-grace Sun, 28 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 How To Keep Going, Part 4 How To Keep Going, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-02-14/how-to-keep-going-part-4 How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-02-14/463/how-to-keep-going-part-4 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 How To Keep Going, Part 3 How To Keep Going, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-02-09/how-to-keep-going-part-3 Have you ever experienced a dark night of the soul? How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? Have you ever experienced a dark night of the soul? How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-02-09/462/how-to-keep-going-part-3 Tue, 9 Feb 2021 11:30:00 -0500 How To Keep Going, Part 2 How To Keep Going, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-01-24/how-to-keep-going-part-2 How To Keep Going, Part 2- How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? How To Keep Going, Part 2- How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-01-24/461/how-to-keep-going-part-2 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 How To Keep Going, Part 1 How To Keep Going, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-01-19/how-to-keep-going-part-1 How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? How do you keep going when you are walking in darkness and do not see any light of your own? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2021-01-19/460/how-to-keep-going-part-1 Tue, 19 Jan 2021 11:30:00 -0500 He Shall Come Again, Part 1 He Shall Come Again, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-12-06/he-shall-come-again-part-1 Jesus shall come again to judge the living and the dead. What are we to expect when Jesus comes again to judge? What are the reasons for His judgment? Jesus shall come again to judge the living and the dead. What are we to expect when Jesus comes again to judge? What are the reasons for His judgment? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-12-06/459/he-shall-come-again-part-1 Sun, 6 Dec 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Christ The Power of God Christ The Power of God https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-10-06/christ-the-power-of-god Today we will see that Jesus is our powerful Creator and Redeemer who undertakes by His almighty power to save us and how His immense power encourages us to trust in Him. Today we will see that Jesus is our powerful Creator and Redeemer who undertakes by His almighty power to save us and how His immense power encourages us to trust in Him. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-10-06/458/christ-the-power-of-god Tue, 6 Oct 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 5 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-09-06/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-5 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 5- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 5- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-09-06/457/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-5 Sun, 6 Sep 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 4 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-30/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-4 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 4- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 4- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-30/456/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-4 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 3 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-23/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-3 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 3- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 3- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-23/455/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-3 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 2 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-09/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-2 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 2- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 2- How is it possible to model good citizenship like Paul exhorts in Titus 3:1-2 while living in an ungodly, uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, showing that the gospel gives what the law demands. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-09/454/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-2 Sun, 9 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 1 The Source of Good Citizenship, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-02/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-1 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We looked at Paul’s first directive in 3:1-2- Remember the duties of good citizenship. In 3:1-2, Paul lists seven civic duties (i.e., “good works”) that he wants Christians to model as good citizenship in order to “adorn” (2:14) the gospel by their godly conduct and thereby avoid offending their unbelieving neighbors but hopefully win them to Christ. These seven civic virtues lead us to a vital question, namely, How is it possible to live the way Paul exhorts in an uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, where he exhorts believers to remember the source of good citizenship. In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We looked at Paul’s first directive in 3:1-2- Remember the duties of good citizenship. In 3:1-2, Paul lists seven civic duties (i.e., “good works”) that he wants Christians to model as good citizenship in order to “adorn” (2:14) the gospel by their godly conduct and thereby avoid offending their unbelieving neighbors but hopefully win them to Christ. These seven civic virtues lead us to a vital question, namely, How is it possible to live the way Paul exhorts in an uncivil society? Paul gives the answer in Titus 3:3-7, where he exhorts believers to remember the source of good citizenship. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-08-02/453/the-source-of-good-citizenship-part-1 Sun, 2 Aug 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 6 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 6 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-26/models-of-good-citizenship-part-6 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We are taking a look at Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties that he desires for believers to remember and model. These seven duties can be divided into two parts: (1) the believer’s duties to government authorities (v. 1a) and the believer’s duties to fellow citizens (vv. 1b-2). In parts 1-4, we looked at the believer’s duty to government authorities (v. 1a). We continue this week looking at the believer’s duties to their fellow citizens (vv. 1-2). In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We are taking a look at Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties that he desires for believers to remember and model. These seven duties can be divided into two parts: (1) the believer’s duties to government authorities (v. 1a) and the believer’s duties to fellow citizens (vv. 1b-2). In parts 1-4, we looked at the believer’s duty to government authorities (v. 1a). We continue this week looking at the believer’s duties to their fellow citizens (vv. 1-2). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-26/452/models-of-good-citizenship-part-6 Sun, 26 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 5 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-19/models-of-good-citizenship-part-5 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We are taking a look at Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties that he desires for believers to remember and model. These seven duties can be divided into two parts: (1) the believer’s duties to government authorities (v. 1a) and the believer’s duties to fellow citizens (vv. 1b-2). In parts 1-4, we looked at the believer’s duty to government authorities (v. 1a). Today, we will begin taking a look at the believer’s duties to their fellow citizens (vv. 1-2). In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We are taking a look at Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties that he desires for believers to remember and model. These seven duties can be divided into two parts: (1) the believer’s duties to government authorities (v. 1a) and the believer’s duties to fellow citizens (vv. 1b-2). In parts 1-4, we looked at the believer’s duty to government authorities (v. 1a). Today, we will begin taking a look at the believer’s duties to their fellow citizens (vv. 1-2). https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-19/451/models-of-good-citizenship-part-5 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 4 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-12/models-of-good-citizenship-part-4 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-12/450/models-of-good-citizenship-part-4 Sun, 12 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 3 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-05/models-of-good-citizenship-part-3 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-07-05/449/models-of-good-citizenship-part-3 Sun, 5 Jul 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 2 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-06-28/models-of-good-citizenship-part-2 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-06-28/448/models-of-good-citizenship-part-2 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 1 Models of Good Citizenship, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-06-21/models-of-good-citizenship-part-1 In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. In Titus 3, Paul issues four directives to help believers live as models of good citizenship so that they may facilitate rather than hinder the evangelistic mission of the church and thus positively benefit their unbelieving neighbors (3:8). We begin today in Titus 3:1-2 where Paul lists seven civic duties he desires for believers to remember and model. Together, these seven civic duties model what a faithful Christian life looks like in society. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-06-21/446/models-of-good-citizenship-part-1 Sun, 21 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Purpose, Pardon, & Providence Purpose, Pardon, & Providence https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-06-07/purpose-pardon-providence New Sermon: Brian Wilson McCall, aspirant and church planter at Paramount Church, gives a compelling message on Pentecost from Acts 2:1-13 entitled Purpose, Pardon and Providence. New Sermon: Brian Wilson McCall, aspirant and church planter at Paramount Church, gives a compelling message on Pentecost from Acts 2:1-13 entitled Purpose, Pardon and Providence. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-06-07/447/purpose-pardon-providence Sun, 7 Jun 2020 11:30:00 -0400 Why Church Membership?, Part 2 Why Church Membership?, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-03-04/why-church-membership-part-2 Why Church Membership?, Part 2- Today, we will take a look at three reasons why church membership is necessary? Why Church Membership?, Part 2- Today, we will take a look at three reasons why church membership is necessary? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-03-04/445/why-church-membership-part-2 Wed, 4 Mar 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Why Church Membership?, Part 1 Why Church Membership?, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-02-23/why-church-membership-part-1 Why church membership? Do we need to go through some process of officially joining a church? What is the connection between the gospel and church membership? Why church membership? Do we need to go through some process of officially joining a church? What is the connection between the gospel and church membership? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-02-23/444/why-church-membership-part-1 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Why Do We Go To Church? Why Do We Go To Church? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-02-09/why-do-we-go-to-church Why do we go to church? Why do we go to church? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-02-09/443/why-do-we-go-to-church Sun, 9 Feb 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Light in the Darkness Light in the Darkness https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-26/light-in-the-darkness We learn from Isaiah 9:1-7 and Matthew 4:12-22 that Jesus is the light of the world who dispels the darkness of sin and death and brings the light of salvation and joy to those who are walking in darkness of sin and death. We learn from Isaiah 9:1-7 and Matthew 4:12-22 that Jesus is the light of the world who dispels the darkness of sin and death and brings the light of salvation and joy to those who are walking in darkness of sin and death. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-26/442/light-in-the-darkness Sun, 26 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Behold, The Lamb of God Behold, The Lamb of God https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-19/behold-the-lamb-of-god Deliverance of the Israelites through the blood of the Passover lamb prefigured the coming of Jesus, who is the Passover Lamb of God who would obtain salvation for God’s people through His substitutionary death on the cross. Deliverance of the Israelites through the blood of the Passover lamb prefigured the coming of Jesus, who is the Passover Lamb of God who would obtain salvation for God’s people through His substitutionary death on the cross. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-19/441/behold-the-lamb-of-god Sun, 19 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 The Baptism of our Lord The Baptism of our Lord https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-12/the-baptism-of-our-lord The Baptism of our Lord- Today we will take a closer look at the good news that the Spirit-anointed Savior has come to identify Himself with sinners by submitting to his cousin John’s baptism of repentance in the Jordan river. The Baptism of our Lord- Today we will take a closer look at the good news that the Spirit-anointed Savior has come to identify Himself with sinners by submitting to his cousin John’s baptism of repentance in the Jordan river. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-12/440/the-baptism-of-our-lord Sun, 12 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 Walking In The Light Walking In The Light https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-05/walking-in-the-light In 1 John 1:5-2:2, the Apostle John teaches what it means to walk in the light. The Apostle argues that when we fail to understand the gospel correctly we react wrongly to sin. Today, we will examine three false claims concerning sin by those who profess to be walking in the light but are actually walking in darkness. In 1 John 1:5-2:2, the Apostle John teaches what it means to walk in the light. The Apostle argues that when we fail to understand the gospel correctly we react wrongly to sin. Today, we will examine three false claims concerning sin by those who profess to be walking in the light but are actually walking in darkness. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2020-01-05/439/walking-in-the-light Sun, 5 Jan 2020 11:30:00 -0500 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Promise of a New Covenant O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Promise of a New Covenant https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-22/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-promise-of-a-new-covenant Today, we will see that Jesus is the fulfillment of the LORD’s promise in Jeremiah 31:31-34 of a new covenant and new creation. Today, we will see that Jesus is the fulfillment of the LORD’s promise in Jeremiah 31:31-34 of a new covenant and new creation. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-22/438/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-promise-of-a-new-covenant Sun, 22 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Offspring of David O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Offspring of David https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-15/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-offspring-of-david Today, we will see how Jesus is the fulfillment of the promised offspring of David and how the kingship of Jesus is good news. Today, we will see how Jesus is the fulfillment of the promised offspring of David and how the kingship of Jesus is good news. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-15/437/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-offspring-of-david Sun, 15 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Offspring of Abraham O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Offspring of Abraham https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-08/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-offspring-of-abraham Today, we will see how Jesus is the long-awaited fulfillment of the promised offspring of Abraham. And, we will see how through faith in Christ—The Offspring of Abraham—all people, regardless of gender, lineage, or social status, also become “the offspring of Abraham.” Today, we will see how Jesus is the long-awaited fulfillment of the promised offspring of Abraham. And, we will see how through faith in Christ—The Offspring of Abraham—all people, regardless of gender, lineage, or social status, also become “the offspring of Abraham.” https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-08/435/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-offspring-of-abraham Sun, 8 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Offspring of Eve O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: The Offspring of Eve https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-01/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-offspring-of-eve Today, we will see that Jesus is the promised seed of Eve and how He fulfills the LORD's promise of Genesis 3:15 in two ways. Today, we will see that Jesus is the promised seed of Eve and how He fulfills the LORD's promise of Genesis 3:15 in two ways. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-12-01/434/o-come-o-come-emmanuel:-the-offspring-of-eve Sun, 1 Dec 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Christ the King Christ the King https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-11-24/christ-the-king Jesus Christ is king over all creation. But, if we look around us it doesn't appear that His rule is going so well. How are we to understand the nature of His Kingship? We will explore this question today. Edit Jesus Christ is king over all creation. But, if we look around us it doesn't appear that His rule is going so well. How are we to understand the nature of His Kingship? We will explore this question today. Edit https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-11-24/433/christ-the-king Sun, 24 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 9 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 9 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-11-17/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-9 The nature of true obedience to God’s moral will requires you to have a good conscience as opposed to an evil, guilty conscience. The nature of true obedience to God’s moral will requires you to have a good conscience as opposed to an evil, guilty conscience. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-11-17/432/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-9 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 8 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 8 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-11-10/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-8 Today we examine six benefits of the Reformation doctrine of justification. These benefits enable and empower the Christian to grow in love for God and neighbor; to obey God’s law out of gratitude. Today we examine six benefits of the Reformation doctrine of justification. These benefits enable and empower the Christian to grow in love for God and neighbor; to obey God’s law out of gratitude. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-11-10/431/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-8 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 7 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 7 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-10-20/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-7 God has saved us for a purpose: to live a holy life; to live out the way of life that the Bible calls godliness; to keep the Great Commandment. So, how do we keep God's law? How do we come to love God and neighbor? God has saved us for a purpose: to live a holy life; to live out the way of life that the Bible calls godliness; to keep the Great Commandment. So, how do we keep God's law? How do we come to love God and neighbor? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-10-20/430/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-7 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 6 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 6 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-10-13/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-6 Why do people too often make the mistake of skipping over HOW they can become holy because they only want to know WHAT they have to DO? Today, we will consider three basic problems with this “deeds not creeds” mentality. You certainly must know WHAT the law exhorts you to DO. But, you also have to learn HOW you can actually do your duty and obey God’s moral will. Why do people too often make the mistake of skipping over HOW they can become holy because they only want to know WHAT they have to DO? Today, we will consider three basic problems with this “deeds not creeds” mentality. You certainly must know WHAT the law exhorts you to DO. But, you also have to learn HOW you can actually do your duty and obey God’s moral will. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-10-13/429/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-6 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 5 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-10-06/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-5 Growth in obedience isn't a solo-effort. It takes a church to raise a Christian. Michael Horton notes that when Paul speaks of becoming ‘mature in Christ," his first thought is of our being recipients of ‘the work of ministry’ Christ gave to His church. Growth in obedience isn't a solo-effort. It takes a church to raise a Christian. Michael Horton notes that when Paul speaks of becoming ‘mature in Christ," his first thought is of our being recipients of ‘the work of ministry’ Christ gave to His church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-10-06/428/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-5 Sun, 6 Oct 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 4 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-09-22/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-4 The gospel not only creates individual believers but also a visible covenant community called the church. Christ established His visible church to serve as the primary place where the life-long process of unlearning many of our old, deep-rooted notions of the way of life that the Bible calls holiness and learning the true gospel-way of obedience is to take place. The visible church is the place where the ascended Christ’s “gifted ones” (Eph. 4:7-13) administer the ordinary means of Word and sacrament so that believers are not only created but discipled into Christ’s image over a lifetime. The gospel not only creates individual believers but also a visible covenant community called the church. Christ established His visible church to serve as the primary place where the life-long process of unlearning many of our old, deep-rooted notions of the way of life that the Bible calls holiness and learning the true gospel-way of obedience is to take place. The visible church is the place where the ascended Christ’s “gifted ones” (Eph. 4:7-13) administer the ordinary means of Word and sacrament so that believers are not only created but discipled into Christ’s image over a lifetime. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-09-22/427/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-4 Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 3 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-09-15/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-3 The gospel-way of obedience requires double-the-work, a process of unlearning many of our old, deep-rooted notions of the way of life that the Bible calls holiness and learning the true gospel-way of obedience. The gospel-way of obedience requires double-the-work, a process of unlearning many of our old, deep-rooted notions of the way of life that the Bible calls holiness and learning the true gospel-way of obedience. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-09-15/426/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-3 Sun, 15 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 2 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-09-08/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-2 Why is our pursuit of obedience- the gospel-way of holiness- is so hard to learn? There are two reasons. Today, we will look at the first reason, which is this: The gospel-way of obedience is far above the way you naturally think. Why is our pursuit of obedience- the gospel-way of holiness- is so hard to learn? There are two reasons. Today, we will look at the first reason, which is this: The gospel-way of obedience is far above the way you naturally think. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-09-08/425/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-2 Sun, 8 Sep 2019 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 1 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-08-25/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-1 The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 1- What is the gospel mystery of sanctification? Why is it so hard to learn how to grow in obedience by the power of the gospel and not by one's own strength? The Gospel Mystery of Sanctification, Part 1- What is the gospel mystery of sanctification? Why is it so hard to learn how to grow in obedience by the power of the gospel and not by one's own strength? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-08-25/424/the-gospel-mystery-of-sanctification-part-1 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Therefore. . . Therefore. . . https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-08-18/therefore All the moral imperatives following the “therefore” in the NT letters are made pleasant and desirable to those who are in union with Christ. Thus, having been redeemed by the grace of God in Christ, believers now obey as a declaration of their gratitude. All the moral imperatives following the “therefore” in the NT letters are made pleasant and desirable to those who are in union with Christ. Thus, having been redeemed by the grace of God in Christ, believers now obey as a declaration of their gratitude. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-08-18/423/therefore Sun, 18 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Gospel Comfort Gospel Comfort https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-08-11/gospel-comfort Gospel Comfort- In order to obey Scripture’s moral imperatives, you must first receive the comfort of the gospel. The pattern is comfort then obedience. Gospel then law. Grace then gratitude. Gospel Comfort- In order to obey Scripture’s moral imperatives, you must first receive the comfort of the gospel. The pattern is comfort then obedience. Gospel then law. Grace then gratitude. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-08-11/422/gospel-comfort Sun, 11 Aug 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Guilt, Grace, & Gratitude: A Paradigm For Comfort Guilt, Grace, & Gratitude: A Paradigm For Comfort https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-07-28/guilt-grace-gratitude:-a-paradigm-for-comfort Comfort is necessary to live the Christian life out of gratitude. No comfort. No gratitude. Only guilt under the weight of our sin and misery before God the Judge. What then is necessary to know to live and die in the joy of this comfort? Comfort is necessary to live the Christian life out of gratitude. No comfort. No gratitude. Only guilt under the weight of our sin and misery before God the Judge. What then is necessary to know to live and die in the joy of this comfort? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-07-28/421/guilt-grace-gratitude:-a-paradigm-for-comfort Sun, 28 Jul 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Our Bounden Duty Our Bounden Duty https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-30/our-bounden-duty This message will examine the meaning and richness of three common names for the sacred meal Jesus instituted This message will examine the meaning and richness of three common names for the sacred meal Jesus instituted https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-30/418/our-bounden-duty Sun, 30 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 6 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 6 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-23/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-6 The debate over baptism focuses on the practice of baptizing infants or small children who have not made a profession of faith. However, it is important to understand that all denominations practice believer’s baptism—the baptism of adults and older children who make a profession of faith. In this message, we will see that believer’s baptism also follows the pattern established by the LORD in the Abrahamic covenant. Thus, once again, Abraham is the pattern. The debate over baptism focuses on the practice of baptizing infants or small children who have not made a profession of faith. However, it is important to understand that all denominations practice believer’s baptism—the baptism of adults and older children who make a profession of faith. In this message, we will see that believer’s baptism also follows the pattern established by the LORD in the Abrahamic covenant. Thus, once again, Abraham is the pattern. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-23/420/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-6 Sun, 23 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 5 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-16/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-5 In today's message today we turn our attention to the Trinity. It is most appropriate to have a baptismal service on Trinity Sunday because the words of institution for baptism are definitively Trinitarian. In today's message today we turn our attention to the Trinity. It is most appropriate to have a baptismal service on Trinity Sunday because the words of institution for baptism are definitively Trinitarian. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-16/419/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-5 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 4 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-09/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-4 Why do we baptize children of believers? Why do we baptize children of believers? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-09/417/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-4 Sun, 9 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 3 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-02/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-3 Why do we baptize children of believers? Why do we baptize children of believers? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-06-02/416/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-3 Sun, 2 Jun 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 2 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-05-26/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-2 Why do we baptise children of believers? Why do we baptise children of believers? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-05-26/415/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-2 Sun, 26 May 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 1 Little Ones To Him Belong, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-05-19/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-1 Why do we baptise children of believers? Why do we baptise children of believers? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-05-19/414/little-ones-to-him-belong-part-1 Sun, 19 May 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Of First Importance Of First Importance https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-04-21/of-first-importance What is the core of Christianity? What makes Christianity distinct from every other religion? What is the core of Christianity? What makes Christianity distinct from every other religion? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-04-21/413/of-first-importance Sun, 21 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Jesus The King Jesus The King https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-04-14/jesus-the-king In Luke 19, Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem divides into three scenes. Each scene reveals an aspect of the kind of King (Messiah) Jesus came to be. The consequences for failing to receive Jesus for who He truly is utterly disastrous. In Luke 19, Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem divides into three scenes. Each scene reveals an aspect of the kind of King (Messiah) Jesus came to be. The consequences for failing to receive Jesus for who He truly is utterly disastrous. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-04-14/412/jesus-the-king Sun, 14 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Saved To Praise Saved To Praise https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-04-07/saved-to-praise God’s chosen people are saved from the wilderness of sin and death in order to declare His praise. God’s chosen people are saved from the wilderness of sin and death in order to declare His praise. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-04-07/411/saved-to-praise Sun, 7 Apr 2019 11:30:00 -0400 A Double "Advocate" A Double "Advocate" https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-03-24/a-double-advocate Christians sin and sometimes really bad. But, the good news is that they have a double "Advocate." Who are these "Advocates" and how do they advocate on behalf of the sinning Christian? Christians sin and sometimes really bad. But, the good news is that they have a double "Advocate." Who are these "Advocates" and how do they advocate on behalf of the sinning Christian? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-03-24/410/a-double-advocate Sun, 24 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0400 Jesus Our Firstfruits Jesus Our Firstfruits https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-03-10/jesus-our-firstfruits For Israel, the offering of “firstfruits” meant putting the Lord first in every part of life. Of course, Israel didn't and neither have we! But the good news is Jesus is our firstfruits. He has put God first in everything FOR US! For Israel, the offering of “firstfruits” meant putting the Lord first in every part of life. Of course, Israel didn't and neither have we! But the good news is Jesus is our firstfruits. He has put God first in everything FOR US! https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-03-10/409/jesus-our-firstfruits Sun, 10 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Surpassing Glory of Jesus The Surpassing Glory of Jesus https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-03-03/the-surpassing-glory-of-jesus The Scripture readings for this week The Scripture readings for this week https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-03-03/408/the-surpassing-glory-of-jesus Sun, 3 Mar 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Jesus: The Sovereign Creator Jesus: The Sovereign Creator https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-24/jesus:-the-sovereign-creator Jesus is the sovereign Creator who creates and rules over His creation and is therefore worthy to be praised by His creation. Jesus is the sovereign Creator who creates and rules over His creation and is therefore worthy to be praised by His creation. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-24/407/jesus:-the-sovereign-creator Sun, 24 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Gospel Aids Gospel Aids https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-17/gospel-aids Why the sacraments Why the sacraments https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-17/406/gospel-aids Sun, 17 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Paramount Importance of Physical Resurrection The Paramount Importance of Physical Resurrection https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-10/the-paramount-importance-of-physical-resurrection In 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Paul emphasizes three important truths about the paramount importance of the physical resurrection of Christ. In 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Paul emphasizes three important truths about the paramount importance of the physical resurrection of Christ. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-10/405/the-paramount-importance-of-physical-resurrection Sun, 10 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Temple: God's Presence with His People The Temple: God's Presence with His People https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-03/the-temple:-gods-presence-with-his-people The "temple" theme rests at the heart of the unfolding story of redemption. From the beginning, God wills to dwell among His people in blessing and the theme of the temple highlights this truth. The "temple" theme rests at the heart of the unfolding story of redemption. From the beginning, God wills to dwell among His people in blessing and the theme of the temple highlights this truth. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-02-03/404/the-temple:-gods-presence-with-his-people Sun, 3 Feb 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Ministry of God's Word The Ministry of God's Word https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-28/the-ministry-of-gods-word The ministry of God's Word (law and gospel) is the chief means of grace. Thus, it is vital, necessary and central to the covenant community of faith- the church. The ministry of God's Word (law and gospel) is the chief means of grace. Thus, it is vital, necessary and central to the covenant community of faith- the church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-28/403/the-ministry-of-gods-word Mon, 28 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 He Makes All Things New He Makes All Things New https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-20/he-makes-all-things-new What is the spiritual significance conveyed to the disciples (and to us) by Jesus’ sign of turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana of Galilee? What is the spiritual significance conveyed to the disciples (and to us) by Jesus’ sign of turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana of Galilee? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-20/402/he-makes-all-things-new Sun, 20 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 The Baptism of Jesus The Baptism of Jesus https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-13/the-baptism-of-jesus Why did Jesus have John baptize Him? What is Jesus saying to us as He submits to John's baptism of repentance? Why did Jesus have John baptize Him? What is Jesus saying to us as He submits to John's baptism of repentance? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-13/401/the-baptism-of-jesus Sun, 13 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 Epiphany: Recognizing Jesus Through the Eyes of Faith Epiphany: Recognizing Jesus Through the Eyes of Faith https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-06/epiphany:-recognizing-jesus-through-the-eyes-of-faith What is an epiphany and is there an epiphany that everyone should have? Today, we will learn that recognizing Jesus through the eyes of faith as the goal and fulfillment of the whole Old Testament who has appeared as the bringer of salvation is the most important epiphany one can have. What is an epiphany and is there an epiphany that everyone should have? Today, we will learn that recognizing Jesus through the eyes of faith as the goal and fulfillment of the whole Old Testament who has appeared as the bringer of salvation is the most important epiphany one can have. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2019-01-06/400/epiphany:-recognizing-jesus-through-the-eyes-of-faith Sun, 6 Jan 2019 11:30:00 -0500 What I Am and What I Ought to be Reconciled in Jesus What I Am and What I Ought to be Reconciled in Jesus https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-12-23/what-i-am-and-what-i-ought-to-be-reconciled-in-jesus Do you ever experience the gnawing reality of the disconnect between who you are and what you ought to be? The good news of Christmas is that this gap is reconciled in Jesus- the God-Man FOR US! Do you ever experience the gnawing reality of the disconnect between who you are and what you ought to be? The good news of Christmas is that this gap is reconciled in Jesus- the God-Man FOR US! https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-12-23/399/what-i-am-and-what-i-ought-to-be-reconciled-in-jesus Sun, 23 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 What Are You Looking For?, Part 2 What Are You Looking For?, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-12-16/what-are-you-looking-for-part-2 In response to Elizabeth’s blessing, Mary, in vv. 46-55, bursts forth into a joyful hymn of praise to God (The Magnificat) for His faithfulness to fulfill His covenant promises. In response to Elizabeth’s blessing, Mary, in vv. 46-55, bursts forth into a joyful hymn of praise to God (The Magnificat) for His faithfulness to fulfill His covenant promises. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-12-16/398/what-are-you-looking-for-part-2 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 What Are You Looking For?, Part 1 What Are You Looking For?, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-12-09/what-are-you-looking-for-part-1 When you come to Scripture what are you looking for? Or, better, who are you looking for? In the opening chapters of Luke’s Gospel, we are introduced to several OT saints who had been looking their entire lives for the coming of Christ. Specifically, in Luke 1, we are introduced to two Jewish mothers who are pregnant with sons When you come to Scripture what are you looking for? Or, better, who are you looking for? In the opening chapters of Luke’s Gospel, we are introduced to several OT saints who had been looking their entire lives for the coming of Christ. Specifically, in Luke 1, we are introduced to two Jewish mothers who are pregnant with sons https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-12-09/397/what-are-you-looking-for-part-1 Sun, 9 Dec 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Learning How to Overcome Sexual Sin Learning How to Overcome Sexual Sin https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/learning-how-to-overcome-sexual-sin In a culture where believers are daily bombarded with sexual temptation, is it possible to overcome sexual sin and to live a life of moral purity and integrity? In a culture where believers are daily bombarded with sexual temptation, is it possible to overcome sexual sin and to live a life of moral purity and integrity? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-25/396/learning-how-to-overcome-sexual-sin Sun, 25 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Learning How To Love God & Neighbor, Part 2 Learning How To Love God & Neighbor, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/learning-how-to-love-god-neighbor-part-2 Too often, believers think and speak as if they are still debtors to God. Consequently, many are poor lovers of God and their neighbor because they cannot truly love God or their neighbor if they are under the continual suspicion that they are debtors to Him. The reality is, debtors make poor lovers. So then, how do we do actually come to love God and our neighbor? Too often, believers think and speak as if they are still debtors to God. Consequently, many are poor lovers of God and their neighbor because they cannot truly love God or their neighbor if they are under the continual suspicion that they are debtors to Him. The reality is, debtors make poor lovers. So then, how do we do actually come to love God and our neighbor? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-18/395/learning-how-to-love-god-neighbor-part-2 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Why Be Anglican? Part 1 Why Be Anglican? Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-05/why-be-anglican-part-1 Why Be Anglican?, Part 1- This two-part message is my best and humble attempt to answer the question, “Why Be Anglican?” In it, I outline thirteen distinctive features of the Anglican Church. These thirteen distinctive features constitute thirteen reasons for “Why be Anglican?” Why Be Anglican?, Part 1- This two-part message is my best and humble attempt to answer the question, “Why Be Anglican?” In it, I outline thirteen distinctive features of the Anglican Church. These thirteen distinctive features constitute thirteen reasons for “Why be Anglican?” https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-05/393/why-be-anglican-part-1 Mon, 5 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Why Be Anglican? Part 2 Why Be Anglican? Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-05/why-be-anglican-part-2 Why Be Anglican?, Part 2- This two-part message is my best and humble attempt to answer the question, “Why Be Anglican?” In it, I outline thirteen distinctive features of the Anglican Church. These thirteen distinctive features constitute thirteen reasons for “Why be Anglican?” Why Be Anglican?, Part 2- This two-part message is my best and humble attempt to answer the question, “Why Be Anglican?” In it, I outline thirteen distinctive features of the Anglican Church. These thirteen distinctive features constitute thirteen reasons for “Why be Anglican?” https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-05/394/why-be-anglican-part-2 Mon, 5 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Learning How To Love God & Neighbor Learning How To Love God & Neighbor https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/learning-how-to-love-god-neighbor In Matthew 22:37-40, Jesus teaches that the whole duty of man can be summed up in one word: love. God’s law (i.e., the Great Commandment) calls us to love God and our neighbor with our entire being. Jesus says there is no other commandment greater than these, and on these two commandments depend the whole Law and the Prophets. Yet, too often, believers think and speak as if they are still debtors to God. Consequently, many are poor lovers of God and their neighbor because they cannot truly love God or their neighbor if they are under the continual suspicion that they are debtors to Him. The reality is, debtors make poor lovers. So then, how do we do actually come to love God and our neighbor? In Matthew 22:37-40, Jesus teaches that the whole duty of man can be summed up in one word: love. God’s law (i.e., the Great Commandment) calls us to love God and our neighbor with our entire being. Jesus says there is no other commandment greater than these, and on these two commandments depend the whole Law and the Prophets. Yet, too often, believers think and speak as if they are still debtors to God. Consequently, many are poor lovers of God and their neighbor because they cannot truly love God or their neighbor if they are under the continual suspicion that they are debtors to Him. The reality is, debtors make poor lovers. So then, how do we do actually come to love God and our neighbor? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-11-04/392/learning-how-to-love-god-neighbor Sun, 4 Nov 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Who Could Stand? Who Could Stand? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/who-could-stand Since God requires perfect righteousness and perfect holiness and since we are not perfectly righteous and holy, how then can we stand before Him in the day of judgment? Since God requires perfect righteousness and perfect holiness and since we are not perfectly righteous and holy, how then can we stand before Him in the day of judgment? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-28/390/who-could-stand Sun, 28 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 What Makes A Protestant? What Makes A Protestant? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-26/what-makes-a-protestant The Reformation was a pivotal moment in church history when the Bible returned to the center of Christian life. But what did the original Protestants expect the church to be? Lately, there are lots of claims about the Christian faith from those who hold to a radical Anabaptist worldview. But will the real Reformation please stand up? The Reformation was a pivotal moment in church history when the Bible returned to the center of Christian life. But what did the original Protestants expect the church to be? Lately, there are lots of claims about the Christian faith from those who hold to a radical Anabaptist worldview. But will the real Reformation please stand up? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-26/391/what-makes-a-protestant Fri, 26 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Peace of the Church, Part 4 The Peace of the Church, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-14/the-peace-of-the-church-part-4 The ultimate goal and main point of the last section (3:6-15) of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, in 3:6-15, Paul issues three sets of commands in order to preserve the peace of the church. The ultimate goal and main point of the last section (3:6-15) of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, in 3:6-15, Paul issues three sets of commands in order to preserve the peace of the church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-14/389/the-peace-of-the-church-part-4 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Peace of the Church, Part 3 The Peace of the Church, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-07/the-peace-of-the-church-part-3 The ultimate goal and main point of the last section (3:6-15) of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, in 3:6-15, Paul issues three sets of commands in order to preserve the peace of the church. The ultimate goal and main point of the last section (3:6-15) of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, in 3:6-15, Paul issues three sets of commands in order to preserve the peace of the church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-10-07/388/the-peace-of-the-church-part-3 Sun, 7 Oct 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Peace of the Church, Part 2 The Peace of the Church, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-30/the-peace-of-the-church-part-2 The ultimate goal and main point of the last section (3:6-15) of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, in 3:6-15, Paul issues three sets of commands in order to preserve the peace of the church. The ultimate goal and main point of the last section (3:6-15) of Paul’s second letter to the Thessalonians is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, in 3:6-15, Paul issues three sets of commands in order to preserve the peace of the church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-30/387/the-peace-of-the-church-part-2 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Peace of the Church, Part 1 The Peace of the Church, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-23/the-peace-of-the-church-part-1 The ultimate goal and main point of this last section of Paul’s letter is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, by way of introduction, we need to pause and note the importance that Paul places on discipline and why it is necessary for preserving the peace of the church. In 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15, Paul reveals 4 purposes for church discipline thus highlighting its necessity and importance for preserving peace in the church. The ultimate goal and main point of this last section of Paul’s letter is the peace of the church. Some of the Thessalonian believer’s disorderly behavior was disrupting the peace of the church. Because the peace of the church is of vital importance, discipline of those living disorderly lives in the church is necessary. Therefore, by way of introduction, we need to pause and note the importance that Paul places on discipline and why it is necessary for preserving the peace of the church. In 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15, Paul reveals 4 purposes for church discipline thus highlighting its necessity and importance for preserving peace in the church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-23/386/the-peace-of-the-church-part-1 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism: Instructions to Parents, Part 7 The Recipients of Baptism: Instructions to Parents, Part 7 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-16/the-recipients-of-baptism:-instructions-to-parents-part-7 To ask, “What is the value of admitting covenant children to the visible church?” is really to ask, “What is the value of the visible church?” The short answer is, “Much in every way!” Today, we will take a deeper look into the visible church and see that it takes a church to raise a Christian. To ask, “What is the value of admitting covenant children to the visible church?” is really to ask, “What is the value of the visible church?” The short answer is, “Much in every way!” Today, we will take a deeper look into the visible church and see that it takes a church to raise a Christian. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-16/385/the-recipients-of-baptism:-instructions-to-parents-part-7 Sun, 16 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism: Instructions to Parents, Part 6 The Recipients of Baptism: Instructions to Parents, Part 6 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-09/the-recipients-of-baptism:-instructions-to-parents-part-6 Having examined the biblical and theological evidence and foundation for infant (household) baptism, we will conclude our study with six words of instruction to parents to help you prepare to present your covenant children to Christ in baptism. Having examined the biblical and theological evidence and foundation for infant (household) baptism, we will conclude our study with six words of instruction to parents to help you prepare to present your covenant children to Christ in baptism. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-09/384/the-recipients-of-baptism:-instructions-to-parents-part-6 Sun, 9 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism: Instructions to Parents, Part 5 The Recipients of Baptism: Instructions to Parents, Part 5 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-02/the-recipients-of-baptism:-instructions-to-parents-part-5 Having examined the biblical and theological evidence and foundation for infant (household) baptism, we will conclude our study with six words of instruction to parents to help you prepare to present your covenant children to Christ in baptism. Having examined the biblical and theological evidence and foundation for infant (household) baptism, we will conclude our study with six words of instruction to parents to help you prepare to present your covenant children to Christ in baptism. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-09-02/383/the-recipients-of-baptism:-instructions-to-parents-part-5 Sun, 2 Sep 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Gospel-Driven Prayer Gospel-Driven Prayer https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-08-26/gospel-driven-prayer What is prayer and why is it necessary? What makes personal and corporate prayer possible, desirable and sustainable? What is prayer and why is it necessary? What makes personal and corporate prayer possible, desirable and sustainable? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-08-26/382/gospel-driven-prayer Sun, 26 Aug 2018 11:30:00 -0400 A Powerful Story of Grace A Powerful Story of Grace https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-08-12/a-powerful-story-of-grace David Williamson, pastor of South City Church in Dublin, Ireland, shares his moving life story of grace, redemption, healing, forgiveness and freedom. David Williamson, pastor of South City Church in Dublin, Ireland, shares his moving life story of grace, redemption, healing, forgiveness and freedom. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-08-12/381/a-powerful-story-of-grace Sun, 12 Aug 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Parable of the Vineyard Owner The Parable of the Vineyard Owner https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-07-29/the-parable-of-the-vineyard-owner In Matthew 20:1-16, Jesus tells a parable about the outrageous grace of the vineyard owner. To listen to Jesus tell this parable is to enter into a strange, startling world where everything gets turned upside down. The last are first and the first are last. Jesus' parable will challenge every preconceived idea as to who He is and how His kingdom dispenses salvation. In Matthew 20:1-16, Jesus tells a parable about the outrageous grace of the vineyard owner. To listen to Jesus tell this parable is to enter into a strange, startling world where everything gets turned upside down. The last are first and the first are last. Jesus' parable will challenge every preconceived idea as to who He is and how His kingdom dispenses salvation. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-07-29/379/the-parable-of-the-vineyard-owner Sun, 29 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Normal Christian Life The Normal Christian Life https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-07-22/the-normal-christian-life One of the helpful aspects of the Reformed confessions of the Christian faith is that they present a realistic picture of the Christian life (i.e., sanctification)—the normal Christian life. They demonstrate that the Christian life is neither total victory nor total defeat. They protect from both hypocrisy and despair by grounding the believer in both realism and hope. So, what is the normal Christian life? We will explore this important topic today. One of the helpful aspects of the Reformed confessions of the Christian faith is that they present a realistic picture of the Christian life (i.e., sanctification)—the normal Christian life. They demonstrate that the Christian life is neither total victory nor total defeat. They protect from both hypocrisy and despair by grounding the believer in both realism and hope. So, what is the normal Christian life? We will explore this important topic today. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-07-22/378/the-normal-christian-life Sun, 22 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 4 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-07-01/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-4 What is the ground upon which baptism is to be administered? J.V. Fesko notes, “In one sense, ultimately the whole debate over the question of infant baptism rests on the administrative ground of the rite.” So then, what is the administrative ground of baptism? There are largely two competing answers. For Baptists, the administrative ground for baptism (the sign of the covenant of grace) is a profession of faith, which also includes presumptive regeneration. Secondly, for the Reformed, the administrative ground for baptism (i.e., the covenant sign) is the command and covenant promise of God. What is the ground upon which baptism is to be administered? J.V. Fesko notes, “In one sense, ultimately the whole debate over the question of infant baptism rests on the administrative ground of the rite.” So then, what is the administrative ground of baptism? There are largely two competing answers. For Baptists, the administrative ground for baptism (the sign of the covenant of grace) is a profession of faith, which also includes presumptive regeneration. Secondly, for the Reformed, the administrative ground for baptism (i.e., the covenant sign) is the command and covenant promise of God. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-07-01/377/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-4 Sun, 1 Jul 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 3 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-24/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-3 To be circumcised meant to receive the sign and seal of the highest and richest spiritual blessings the LORD could bestow on His people in Christ. What were these rich and profound spiritual blessings? To be circumcised meant to receive the sign and seal of the highest and richest spiritual blessings the LORD could bestow on His people in Christ. What were these rich and profound spiritual blessings? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-24/376/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-3 Sun, 24 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 2 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-17/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-2 What was circumcision? What did this sacrament signify and seal to Old Testament believers who trusted in the LORD's promise to Abraham? To whom was circumcision administered? What did circumcision ultimately point to and how does it bear on the question of infant baptism? In order to answer these questions, we must take a closer look at the Abrahamic covenant and see how biblical history unfolds the meaning of circumcision and the Abrahamic covenant. What was circumcision? What did this sacrament signify and seal to Old Testament believers who trusted in the LORD's promise to Abraham? To whom was circumcision administered? What did circumcision ultimately point to and how does it bear on the question of infant baptism? In order to answer these questions, we must take a closer look at the Abrahamic covenant and see how biblical history unfolds the meaning of circumcision and the Abrahamic covenant. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-17/375/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-2 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 1 The Recipients of Baptism, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-10/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-1 To whom is the sacrament of baptism to be administered? All denominations practice believer’s baptism To whom is the sacrament of baptism to be administered? All denominations practice believer’s baptism https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-10/374/the-recipients-of-baptism-part-1 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Centrality of Baptism: A Means of Judgment?, Part 4 The Centrality of Baptism: A Means of Judgment?, Part 4 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-03/the-centrality-of-baptism:-a-means-of-judgment-part-4 Since baptism is a means of grace how can it be a means of judgment? Since baptism is a means of grace how can it be a means of judgment? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-06-03/373/the-centrality-of-baptism:-a-means-of-judgment-part-4 Sun, 3 Jun 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Centrality of Baptism: Trinitarian, Part 3 The Centrality of Baptism: Trinitarian, Part 3 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-05-27/the-centrality-of-baptism:-trinitarian-part-3 Baptism is Trinitarian. Baptism takes place in the sphere of the revelation of the Triune God. We learn this from Jesus’ words of institution in Matthew 28:18-19. He says to His disciples, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit." Baptism is Trinitarian. Baptism takes place in the sphere of the revelation of the Triune God. We learn this from Jesus’ words of institution in Matthew 28:18-19. He says to His disciples, “All authority has been given to Me in heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit." https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-05-27/372/the-centrality-of-baptism:-trinitarian-part-3 Sun, 27 May 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Centrality of Baptism: Covenant Sign of Initiation, Part 2 The Centrality of Baptism: Covenant Sign of Initiation, Part 2 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-05-06/the-centrality-of-baptism:-covenant-sign-of-initiation-part-2 In order to use baptism the way God intended, we must understand that it is the covenant sign of initiation into the visible church. In order to use baptism the way God intended, we must understand that it is the covenant sign of initiation into the visible church. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-05-06/371/the-centrality-of-baptism:-covenant-sign-of-initiation-part-2 Sun, 6 May 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Centrality of Baptism, Part 1 The Centrality of Baptism, Part 1 https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-04-29/the-centrality-of-baptism-part-1 Baptism is to play a central role in the life of a disciple (i.e., a life-long learner). Baptism is very important for the growth of your faith Baptism is to play a central role in the life of a disciple (i.e., a life-long learner). Baptism is very important for the growth of your faith https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-04-29/370/the-centrality-of-baptism-part-1 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 Four Gardens Four Gardens https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-04-22/four-gardens The entire story of the Bible can be told in a progressive unfolding series of four gardens. The entire story of the Bible can be told in a progressive unfolding series of four gardens. https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-04-22/369/four-gardens Sun, 22 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The Gospel The Gospel https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-04-01/the-gospel What distinguishes Christianity from other world religions? What is the one thing that the church provides to the world that is truly unique? Why should you trust in Christ for salvation? What distinguishes Christianity from other world religions? What is the one thing that the church provides to the world that is truly unique? Why should you trust in Christ for salvation? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-04-01/368/the-gospel Sun, 1 Apr 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The "Triumphal" Entry The "Triumphal" Entry https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-03-25/the-triumphal-entry Who is Jesus and why is His triumphal entry into Jerusalem such an important event? Who is Jesus and why is His triumphal entry into Jerusalem such an important event? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-03-25/367/the-triumphal-entry Sun, 25 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0400 The New Covenant Meal The New Covenant Meal https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-03-11/the-new-covenant-meal At the time of Passover on the night when Jesus was betrayed, Luke tells us that our Lord instituted His “new covenant” meal. Jesus tells His disciples “This cup which is poured out for you is the new covenant in My blood.” What did Jesus mean when He called the Lord's Supper the "new covenant in my blood"? What is “new” about the new covenant? And, how is the Lord’s Supper a ratification of the new covenant? At the time of Passover on the night when Jesus was betrayed, Luke tells us that our Lord instituted His “new covenant” meal. Jesus tells His disciples “This cup which is poured out for you is the new covenant in My blood.” What did Jesus mean when He called the Lord's Supper the "new covenant in my blood"? What is “new” about the new covenant? And, how is the Lord’s Supper a ratification of the new covenant? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-03-11/366/the-new-covenant-meal Sun, 11 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0500 What's In A Name? What's In A Name? https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-03-04/whats-in-a-name Sometimes it is said that the names of things do not affect what they really are. But, is this true? Are names merely an artificial and meaningless convention? How important and influential is a name? The fact is we identify very strongly with our names and they are an important part of the baggage Sometimes it is said that the names of things do not affect what they really are. But, is this true? Are names merely an artificial and meaningless convention? How important and influential is a name? The fact is we identify very strongly with our names and they are an important part of the baggage https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-03-04/365/whats-in-a-name Sun, 4 Mar 2018 11:30:00 -0500 Do This In Remembrance Of Me Do This In Remembrance Of Me https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-02-25/do-this-in-remembrance-of-me On the eve before Jesus’ death on the cross, He instituted a special meal for His church to continually observe. He said to His disciples, "Do this in remembrance of Me." Did Jesus simply intend to say by this command, “Do this meal in order to be reminded of me”? How are we to understand Jesus’ command, “Do this in remembrance of Me?” What is the significance of “remembering?” On the eve before Jesus’ death on the cross, He instituted a special meal for His church to continually observe. He said to His disciples, "Do this in remembrance of Me." Did Jesus simply intend to say by this command, “Do this meal in order to be reminded of me”? How are we to understand Jesus’ command, “Do this in remembrance of Me?” What is the significance of “remembering?” https://www.paramountchurch.com/sermons/sermon/2018-02-25/364/do-this-in-remembrance-of-me Sun, 25 Feb 2018 11:30:00 -0500