The Unforgivable Sin - Audio
In this sobering text, Jesus calls His people to be faithful to Him, despite difficulties, pressures, and persecution. He goes on to warn about the unpardonable or unforgivable sin.

In this sobering text, Jesus calls His people to be faithful to Him, despite difficulties, pressures, and persecution. He goes on to warn about the unpardonable or unforgivable sin.
Standing before God is not something that is comfortable to think about. But comfortable or not, it is a reality - every person will come before God in the judgment. Therefore, we would be wise to prepare for that day by trusting Christ as our Savior.
The mental picture many people have of Jesus is that of a milquetoast pushover; One Who doesn't ruffle anyone's feathers. The Jesus we meet in the Bible is far from that. Today's text is a prime example of that. Jesus never backed down from telling people the truth. In fact, this text records Him condemning a group of lawyers to their face. While the particulars may be different between our lives and theirs, His words are a challenge to us as well.
Many people's hearts are troubled today. The Russian invasion of Ukraine, Covid-19, economic uncertainty, and many other things are causing people to fear. But the people of God, followers of Christ, need not fear. Why? Because God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Listen in and find out why we can be still and know that He is God.
Even though Jesus performed many signs and wonders, there were many in the crowds that demanded further proof of His messiahship. Of course, they had all the proof they needed right in front of them, so their demand was evidence of their hard hearts. In response, Jesus promised them the sign of Jonah. Join in to see what this sign is and what it means for them and us.
This sermon was preached by guest speaker, Matthew Cantrell. It is a reminder to who name the name of Christ to be diligent to seek God in prayer appropriately.
How is one to be blessed by God? By being obedient to Him. In this short text, we look briefly at a woman's exaltation of Mary and Jesus' correction of that. We are not blessed because of how we're related to Jesus physically, but when we are obedient to the Lord's commands.
Jesus performed many miracles that were clearly acts of God. However, not everyone responded to them as they should. Many rejected Him, some going so far as to accuse Jesus Himself of being in league with or possessed by the devil. This encounter highlights the fact that no one is neutral when it comes to Christ.
As we enter the new year, it's good to take a step back from all that is going on and be reminded of our responsibilities and duties we as Christians have before God.
We often say that Christmas is not about the gifts - and to a degree, that is true. It's not about the gifts that people give to one another. It is, however, about the gifts that God gave at Christmas. Specifically, it is about Jesus, the greatest gift of all.
Waiting is hard. We quickly grow impatient and frustrated. Waiting may even cause us to lose hope. For generations, people had to wait for the promised Messiah. Then, at just the right moment, God sent His Son, Jesus, born of a woman, to bring redemption to sinful mankind.
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we need to consider what we are thankful for. In today's text, the psalmist calls all people everywhere to praise the Lord for His work in the past, present, and future.
Today, we are going to take a look at some very common questions people have about prayer and try to answer them biblically.
In last week's text, Jesus taught His disciples, and us, how to pray by giving us a model prayer. Today, He is going to tell a story that teaches us to be persistent in our prayers.
In last week's text, Jesus taught His disciples, and us, how to pray by giving us a model prayer. Today, He is going to tell a story that teaches us to be persistent in our prayers.
Jesus' prayer life so impressed His disciples that they asked Him to teach them how to pray. The text today and the next couple of weeks all teaches us about prayer.
Should we be active in service for the Lord or should we be more contemplative? The answer is that we need to do both. Last week's message dealt with loving our neighbor. Today's message deals with the other side of that coin - listening to Jesus.
The disciples Jesus sent ahead of Himself returned with great joy. But Jesus cautioned them not to be thrilled that the demons were subject to them. Rather, they should rejoice that their names are written in Heaven. Can you rejoice for that same reason?
Jesus sent disciples out to places where He would soon be coming. Some places received them. Some rejected them and their message. Since they were bringing the message of salvation, they did so to their doom. The same is true today.
In preparation for His arrival, Jesus sends 70 of His disciples out to areas He will visit on His way to Jerusalem. Just as it was then, the harvest today is plentiful. Therefore, we too should pray that the Lord of the harvest would send out laborers into His field. Will you answer that call?
Jesus calls us to follow Him, but there are reasons many people don't. They are not good reasons, but they have their reasons nonetheless. In today's text, we meet three people and see three reasons not to follow Jesus.
Which disciple is the greatest? That is exactly what the Apostles argued about. Even though they had seen and heard all that Jesus was doing and saying, they still squabbled about such things. In correcting their errant views, Jesus tells them, and us, what it takes to be great in the Kingdom of God.
When we suffer affliction, it can make us desperate for help. When loved ones suffer, it can make us even more desperate. In our text today, we meet a father who's son is suffering from demon-possession, and he is desperate to see his son freed.
Jesus promised some of His first followers they would not taste death until they had seen the Kingdom of God. Since the visible rule of Christ is not yet established on this earth, what do we make of His promise? Join us as we get a glimpse of glory.
Many people, both inside and outside the church, claim to follow Christ. While it may be true that many have walked an aisle, shaken the preacher's hand, and joined the church roll somewhere, that is not the essence of following Christ. Following Christ means taking up our cross. Following Christ is choosing Him above and before all other things. Following Christ will cost us something - everything, in fact. Join with us as we look at Jesus' high call of discipleship.
The most pressing question we must answer is, "Who is Jesus?" In our text today, Jesus poses this question to His earliest followers, and by extension to us. Who do you say that He is? Join us as we look at the Bible's answer to that question.
One of the most significant miracles Jesus ever performed was the feeding of several thousand people with just a child's lunch. While its significance is seen in its scope, its main significance lies in what it shows us about Who Jesus is.
Jesus multiplied His ministry efforts in sending out the Apostles in missionary teams. Today's text records their commission and ministry, as well gives us some helpful reminders when ministering to others.
In this unique double-miracle account, Jesus does what only He can do - brings healing and gives life. The same is true today. God is the source of healing, life, and spiritual life.
During His earthly ministry, Jesus cast out many demons. In today's text, He casts out many demons - from one man. His interaction with a man possessed by a legion of demons is unique in several ways in the biblical account. It is filled with human interested and, most importantly, truth about who Christ is.