Bible Reading

Pastor Martin introduces a new church policy of quarterly book recommendations, grounding it in Ephesians 4:11-16, which speaks of Christ giving pastors and teachers for the perfecting of the saints…

Pastor Martin dedicates this Sunday school session to recommending and reviewing books across five categories: Devotional, Biography and History, Christian Witness, Family and the Home, and Pastoral…

Pastor Martin introduces a two-part series on 'The Healthy Christian and His Reading Habits,' focusing in this sermon on four foundational biblical principles. He expounds passages like Psalm 1…

In "Book Recommendations/Reviews, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues a series on recommended reading, emphasizing the foundational role of Bible reading and the need for prayerful discernment…

Pastor Martin concludes his sermon series on the healthy Christian's reading habits by expounding on the final three of seven biblical principles. Drawing heavily from 2 Timothy 3:16, he argues that…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin provides specific recommendations for a healthy Christian's reading habits, building on seven principles previously taught. He offers a curated bibliography…

In this adult Sunday school class, Pastor Albert N. Martin first reviews several books, categorizing them by their spiritual 'nutritional value' and strongly recommending specific titles for…

In this adult Sunday school class, Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces a new church policy of quarterly book recommendations, emphasizing the importance of reading for spiritual growth and corporate…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin recommends a curated list of Christian books from the Trinity Baptist Church bookstore and library, categorized to aid believers in various aspects of their spiritual…

Pastor Martin delivers a topical address on 'The Place of a Disciplined Reading Program in the Life of a Fruitful Man of God,' using Psalm 23 as an introductory platform to reflect on God's…

This sermon, delivered by Jeffery S. Smith, encourages believers to cultivate a consistent habit of reading substantial theological books, even if only in small increments. He argues that by reading…

Pastor Martin dedicates this adult Sunday school class to reviewing several books, categorizing them by their spiritual nourishment as 'junk food,' 'healthy snacks,' 'meat and potatoes,' or…

Pastor Martin introduces the fourth question in a series on the private means of grace: 'What should the structure of our devotional time be?' He reviews previous answers on the necessity, timing…

Pastor Albert Martin expounds on the necessity of reading the Word of God with both utter dependence on the Holy Spirit and vigorous mental activity. Drawing primarily from 2 Timothy 2:7 and Proverbs…

Pastor Martin continues his series on spiritual disciplines, focusing on how believers should read the Word of God with an "active, inquisitive mind." He emphasizes systematic reading, dependence on…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers a topical address on 'The Place of a Disciplined Reading Program in the Life of a Fruitful Man of God,' drawing foundational principles from Psalm 23 and other…

In 'Central Place of Personal Bible Reading (1),' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Psalm 1 and Revelation 1:3, arguing for the indispensable role of personal, mental, and spiritual assimilation of…

Pastor Martin continues his sermon series on the central place of personal Bible reading, emphasizing that there are no effective substitutes for this divinely appointed means of grace. He expounds…

In 'How to Assimilate the Contents of the Bible (2),' Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on the means of grace, focusing on the proper method of Bible reading. Drawing primarily from Luke…

In "Separation: How to Attain, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Matthew 7:13-14, emphasizing that the narrow way of discipleship is marked by increasing non-conformity to…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:27, focusing on Paul's adjuration that the entire epistle be read to all the brethren. He argues that this command underscores the strategic place of…

Pastor Martin recommends various commentaries on the book of Romans, catering to different levels of theological understanding and study. He begins by suggesting standard devotional commentaries like…

In "How to Assimilate the Contents of the Bible (1)," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Proverbs 8:32-34, 2 Timothy 3:16, and Matthew 4:4, urging believers to cultivate a disciplined approach to…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical basis for the public reading of Scripture, drawing from Old Testament commands in Deuteronomy 31 and historical examples in Joshua 8, 2 Chronicles 34…

In "Public Reading of the Scripture (2)," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the manifold benefits of the comprehensive public reading of God's Word in the gathered church, building on the biblical…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds the biblical basis for the public reading of Scripture, drawing from Old Testament mandates (Deuteronomy 31, 2 Chronicles 34, Nehemiah 8), New Testament warrants…

Pastor Martin expounds on "Cultivating Communion with God from the Psalms," offering three guidelines for profitable use of the Psalms. First, believers should look for and expect to find Jesus…

Pastor Martin begins a new series, "Back to the Basics," by expounding Ephesians 5:15-17 and Psalm 1, arguing that while Christ is the exclusive source of spiritual strength, God has appointed…

Pastor Martin offers specific book recommendations as a postscript to a previous sermon on Christian bibliography. He highlights David Broughton Knox's "Not by Bread Alone" as essential for equipping…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin provides pastoral guidance on establishing a good working home library for Christians, emphasizing the importance of reading in an increasingly audio-visual society. He…

Pastor Martin introduces an upcoming sermon series led by Pastor Carlson, which will be based on Dr. Donald Carlson's book, "A Call to Spiritual Reformation: A Study in the Prayers of the Apostle…

In this brief excerpt, Pastor Martin recommends J.L. Dagg's "Manual of Theology" as a valuable resource for systematic theology. He highlights its accessibility, popular level, and devotional…

Pastor Martin expounds on the necessity of structured devotional life, drawing primarily from Psalm 27:8, Psalm 119, and Matthew 6:6. He argues that humans, as image-bearers of an orderly God…

Pastor Martin reviews the necessity and timing of private devotional disciplines, then addresses the question of whether these times should have a general plan or structure. He argues affirmatively…

Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical duty and definition of meditation, primarily drawing from Colossians 3:16, Luke 9:44, and various Psalms, especially Psalm 119 and Psalm 143:5. He argues that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on spiritual disciplines, focusing on the precise functions of meditation on God's Word. He defines meditation as conscious, volitional mental activity…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on the private means of grace, focusing on the 'Elements of Biblical Prayer.' He begins by reviewing the scriptural mandate for prayer to be…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the spiritual development of the man of God, focusing on the discipline of devotional assimilation of the Word of God. He argues that sustained, effective…

In this New Year's sermon, Pastor Martin expounds Colossians 3:1-4 and Hebrews 12:1-3, urging believers to fix their minds directly upon Jesus Christ in three crucial areas. First, in living the…

Pastor Martin introduces the autobiography of John G. Paton, a pioneer missionary to the New Hebrides Islands, as the church's book of the month. He highly recommends the book, sharing his family's…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers an address at the Trinity Pastors Conference, warning against ministerial burnout and backsliding. He first exhorts pastors to avoid confining their studies solely to…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the disciplines of secret prayer and private Bible reading, focusing on the fourth aspect: meditative reading. He argues that meditation is the ordained means to…

In 'Personal Holiness and Christlikeness, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin challenges pastors to pursue personal holiness and Christlikeness as a primary ministerial passion through conscientious…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 4:20-27, urging students and ministers to 'keep thy heart with all diligence.' He argues that the heart is the central fountain of life, from which all…

In 'The Pastor's Spiritual Development, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the essential elements of effective pastoral preaching, focusing on the spiritual health of the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Psalm 119:9-11, addressing the fundamental question, "How shall a young man cleanse his way?" He argues that cleansing one's way, or pursuing holiness, is achieved…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Timothy 4:16, focusing on the command to 'take heed to thyself' for Christian ministers. He argues that this involves not only ensuring one is in a state of grace…

Pastor Martin expounds Isaiah 53:6 to explain the Bible's core message: the bad news of humanity's sinful condition and the good news of God's provision for sin through Christ's substitutionary…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 1:11-12, focusing on the phrase 'God worketh all things after the counsel of his will.' He argues that this doctrine provides fuel for intelligent, God-honoring…

Pastor Albert N. Martin, in this adult Sunday school class from April 17th, 1983, expounds on the sixth major principle of Christian living: 'There are no effective substitutes for the God-appointed…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 3:1-2, urging believers to not only attain wisdom but to diligently retain it. He defines 'forgetfulness' in three ways, emphasizing the spiritual disinclination to…

In 'Christian Ministry: What Are The Tasks? Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Acts 20:28, arguing that the foundational task of Christian ministry is the constant care and nurture of oneself…

In "A Man Before God," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Timothy 4:12-16, emphasizing that effective preaching stems from the preacher's character as a man before God. He argues that true ministry…

In "The Pastor's Spiritual Development, Part 3," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Acts 24:16 and 1 Timothy 1:19, emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining a good conscience before God and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 3, continuing his series on the perseverance of the saints. He defines perseverance as God's effectual calling and sanctification ensuring believers…

This sermon, delivered by Jeffery S. Smith, serves as a book recommendation for Joel Beeke's 'Getting Back in the Race, The Cure for Backsliding.' Smith highlights the book's value in helping…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the critical issues of 'ministerial backsliding' and 'ministerial burnout,' defining them as the gradual erosion of spiritual vitality and…

Pastor Robert Martin, in the 19th sermon of his 'The Christian Sabbath' series, expounds on the proper observance of the Lord's Day, arguing that preparation for it should begin before Sunday…

In this sermon, "Directives for Bridling the Tongue, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the importance of controlling one's speech, building upon previous messages in the series. He grounds…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 1:2-5, focusing on the phrase "our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power." He argues that true conversion is evidenced by a radical 'turn to…