Sermons from 2018 (Page 3)
Gospel Tent ’18: “Mary the mother of Jesus” and “Division at the cross” (49 mins)
GOSPEL TENT 2018 – Clive Barber preaches about Mary the mother of Jesus. He explains her unique role, and how she was saved, as well as why the Lord deliberately sent her away from the cross early. If you are a Roman Catholic you will find this a very helpful message. Craig Munro continues on the theme and describes various “divisions at the cross”. He challenges his audience to face up to where they stand (Messages preached Mon 18th June…
Gospel Tent ’18: “The Great Physician” and “Mary at the cross” (43 mins)
GOSPEL TENT 2018 – Craig Munro preaches on Christ the great physician who is compassionate, able and willing to cure people of the sickness of sin if they are willing to take the remedy of repentance and faith in Christ alone. Clive Barber closes with a look at how Christ saved Mary Magdalene, a delivered woman who stood at the foot of the cross (Messages preached Sun 17th June 2018)
Separation Unto God (36 mins)
Joshua Jacob points us to the God of holiness who calls us to Himself in separation. A comprehension of the holy God who has separated us to Himself (Psa 4:3) will save us from holding the doctrine of separation merely as a dry cold fact. Rather, in the words of the hymn writer, “The things of earth will grow strangely dim, in the light of His glory and grace”. The Lord is looking for dedicated, separated servants to “stand in…
Outside the Camp (45 mins)
Jonathan Black preaches on the subject of “ecclesiastical separation” from Hebrews 13:9-16, highlighting the exhortation to Christians to come “outside the camp”. He applies these words about the ancient camp of Judaism to the need for believers and assemblies today be separate from the religious confusion and error of the ecumenical movement – notably the World Council of Churches and “Churches Together” (Message preached 31st May 2018)
Love Not The World (37 mins)
David West preaches on the command of 1 John 2:15 – “love not the world”. In expounding this topic he poses three questions: 1. What does the Bible mean by the expression “the world”? 2. What are “the things that are in the world”? and 3. What is the relationship of the believer to the world? Explaining that the Greek word “kosmos” indicates “the world system”, David answers the three questions and sounds a clear call for Christian not to…
Israel Shall Dwell Alone (38 mins)
Tom West preaches on Israel’s separation as a picture of ours. He takes up the subject under three headings: the strangeness, strength and sufficiency of separation. Israel’s walk and worship were designed to be different to the surrounding nations. “Dwelling alone” and not intermingling meant they remained strong and retained their identity. In this difficult path, God promised to meet all their needs. Readings: Exod 34:11-17, Num 22:1-2, 5-6, 23:7-10, Deut 7:1-6, 17:14-15 (Message preached 10th May 2018)
Separation in Picture and Type (47 mins)
Norman Mellish speaks on the topic of separation from various pictures and types in the Old Testament. He draws principles of separation from Genesis Ch 1 and the creation week, from Leviticus 11 and the instructions regarding clean and unclean animals, and from Nehemiah Chs 1-6 where walls were built and the testimony of God was preserved (Message preached 3rd May 2018)
The Dangers to Marriage (53 mins)
PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE – Jonathan Black preaches on the dangers to marriage under 4 headings: Celebration, Communication, Contamination and Consecration. In a very practical message he deals with essential topics such as language, love and leadership. Warnings are given about adultery, abuse, alcohol and addiction (to gambling, gaming and pornography). Finally couples are urged to put consecration to God first. Readings in Luke 1:5-6, John 2:1-2 and 1 Pet 3:1-7 (Message given Apr 19th 2018)
Applying the Bible (50 mins)
Jonathan Black preaches on how to live out the Bible in one’s life. The Word of God is our sole guide. It informs our circumstances, our service and our worship – which will only be scriptural if we submit to God’s Word. He expands on worship to discuss Contemportary Christian Music (CCM) which is unfitting for 4 reasons. It borrows worldly rhythms, it is ecumenical in its message, it is assocated with the charismatic movement, and it employs unscriptural lyrics.…
The Doctrine of Marriage (45 mins)
PREPARING FOR MARRIAGE – Joshua Jacob takes up “the doctrine of marriage” from Gen 1 and 2, Prov 31 and Eph 5. Marriage and the family is the basis of human society and is introduced in the Bible long before “government”. Marriage is the total commitment of the total person for a total life. Josh outlines the reason, responsibilties, relationships, requirements and rhythm of marriage in a wide ranging message aimed at preparing young couples for marriage (Message given Apr…
Sow the Seed
Easter Conference 2018 – From Ecclesiastes 11, Craig Munro preaches on the Christian’s duty to “sow the seed”. (Preached: 2nd April 2018)
The Function of Gift
Easter Conference 2018 – David Vallance delivers a helpful sermon on the function of gift in a local assembly. He sets out the 20 New Testament gifts before discussing the gifts of serving exhorting, helping, giving and showing mercy. (Preached: 2nd April 2018)
The Pattern of the Assembly
Easter Conference 2018 – In a vital message, David Vallance sets out a clear defence of the concept that there is a definite prescribed pattern for the local assembly in the New Testament. He contrasts what is sometimes called the “regulatory principle” with the “normative principle”. While some would propose that “whatever is not prohibited is allowed”, David explains that in actual fact “what Scripture does not mention is prohibited”. He then explains what this means in practice and discusses the ramifications…
The Love of Unity
Easter Conference 2018 – From Psalm 132 and 133, Craig Munro preaches on the need for unity among God’s people. “Behold how good and pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity”. He looks at how unity among the Lord’s people is pleasant, precious, peaceable and profitable. (Preached: 2nd April 2018)
2018 Easter Conference Hymn Singing (Part 1/3)
PART 1 – 2018 Easter Conference Hymn Singing (52 mins): “Master Speak Thy Servant Heareth”; “Trust and Obey”; “O How Happy Are They”; “Take Time to Be Holy”; “How Great Thou Art”; “Nailed to a Cross Those Holy Hands”; “There is a Name I Love to Hear”; “O Wonderful Wonderful Word”; “He’ll Come and Tarry Not”; “The Crowning Day is Coming”; “It May Be at Morn”; “Come is the Sweet Invitation of Grace”; “Christ is the Only Saviour” and “There’s…