Church Government

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:1-4, focusing on God's description of elders in His church. He begins by exploring Peter's unique self-identification as a 'fellow elder,' a…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:1-4, defining the essential duties of elders as shepherding the flock of God. He outlines four core responsibilities: securing spiritual nourishment through…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:1-4, focusing on the disposition of godly elders. He argues that elders must shepherd and oversee the flock not out of compulsion, for shameful gain, or by…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of 1 Peter 5:5, focusing on the command for younger believers to be subject to their elders. He first clarifies what submission does not mean…

In the third sermon of his series on 1 Peter 5:5a, Pastor Albert N. Martin continues to expound on the biblical meaning of submission for younger church members to their elders. He first reviews what…

In the fourth sermon on 'Younger Be Subject Unto the Elders,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:5a, focusing on the prerequisites for joyful submission to church elders. He argues that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the biblical basis and rationale for the office of deacon, drawing primarily from Philippians 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, and Acts 6:1-7. He argues that deacons are…

Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces a series on church officers by emphasizing the tremendous importance of the subject, the sole authority of Scripture as a directive, and the specific nature of the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Timothy 5:17, Romans 12, and 1 Corinthians 12 to delineate the biblical duties of elders. He distinguishes between 'teaching-ruling elders' who labor in the Word…

Pastor Martin resumes his series on biblical church offices, focusing on the requirements for elders. Expounding 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9, he argues that churches must appoint only those who…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:9, detailing the requirements for elders in the New Testament church. He emphasizes that elders must be temperate…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical office of a deacon, primarily drawing from Philippians 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, and Acts 6:1-7. He defines the deaconate as a serving office, distinct…

Pastor Martin expounds Hebrews 13:7, 17, and 24, asserting that a constituted rule exists in the visible church of Jesus Christ. He argues that this rule originates from the sovereign will and saving…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Hebrews 13:7 and 17, asserting that Christ has constituted a visible rule in His church and that believers have a well-defined responsibility to obey and submit to…

In "Reasons Why We Ought to Obey, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Hebrews 13:7 and 17, focusing on the biblical mandate for church members to obey and submit to their spiritual leaders. He…

Pastor Martin expounds Numbers 12, using the disaffection of Miriam and Aaron against Moses as a sobering example of God's displeasure towards rebellion against constituted rule. He argues that this…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Numbers 16, detailing the rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram against Moses and Aaron. He meticulously outlines the facts of the narrative, identifying the…

Pastor Martin addresses the vital issue of church government, specifically distinguishing between Congregationalism and rule by elder. He argues that while both acknowledge Christ's ultimate…

In "Review and Expansion," Pastor Albert N. Martin reviews and expands upon his previous sermon defining the essential differences between congregationalism and elder rule, drawing from texts like 1…

In this adult Sunday school class, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the precise nature and authority of congregational vote within a Reformed Baptist church governed by elders. He distinguishes…

Pastor Martin sets the stage for a deacons' conference by establishing a biblical framework for the diaconate. He expounds Acts 14:21-23 and Titus 1:5 to demonstrate the apostolic priority given to…

This sermon, delivered by Pastor Chuck Volo at a deacon's conference, explores the profound significance of the office of deacon, arguing that it is not merely a human tradition but a divine…

Pastor Martin lays the Old Testament groundwork for the New Testament office of deacon, arguing that God's character, as revealed in the Mosaic Law, Psalms, Proverbs, and Prophets, demonstrates a…

Chuck Davies, Chairman of the Board of Deacons at Trinity Baptist Church, expounds Acts 6:1-7 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13 to define the roles and relationships of deacons within the New Testament church. He…

In 'Elder as a Shepherd, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical imagery of the shepherd to define the office and function of an elder, drawing primarily from Acts 20:28, 1 Peter…

Pastor Martin expounds Isaiah 3:1-8, arguing that one of God's most severe judgments on His covenant people for their sin is to remove competent leaders and impose incompetent ones. He then applies…

In "Elders: Primary Tasks / Functions, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical role of elders as shepherds of God's flock, primarily drawing from Acts 20:28 and 1 Peter 5:1-2. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the primary tasks of elders, drawing from 1 Timothy 3:14-15, Colossians 2:1-7, and 1 Peter 5:2, among other passages. He argues that elders are called to shepherd…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 and 1 Timothy 3:14-15 to establish the biblical basis for the office of deacon. He argues that the Holy Spirit is equally concerned with the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the ordination of Bart Carlson as an elder at Trinity Baptist Church, expounding Acts 14:21-23 and Titus 1:5-7 to establish the New Testament pattern of church…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Timothy 3:14-15, arguing for the crucial importance of biblical church order and corporate life. He emphasizes that the church is 'the house of God, the church of…

Pastor Martin begins a series on cultivating inter-church relationships, defining 'inter-church communion' as how independent, autonomous churches relate under Christ's Lordship. He lays two…

Pastor Martin begins a series on the basic theology of eldership, establishing two foundational presuppositions: the synonymous and interchangeable nature of biblical terms for oversight (elder…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the basic theology of eldership, focusing on the principles of parity and functional diversity among elders. He argues that while all elders hold…

Pastor Martin delivers the second part of his series on biblical eldership, focusing on the practical directives for establishing and efficiently functioning as a plurality of elders. He emphasizes…

In 'Basic Theology of the Eldership, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical framework for church oversight, primarily drawing from Acts 14, Acts 20, Titus 1, and 1 Timothy 3 & 5…

In "Basic Theology of the Eldership, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on biblical eldership, focusing on four admonitions for churches and elders. He warns against a wooden…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers the second part of his sermon series on biblical eldership, focusing on its formation and efficient functioning. He outlines practical directives for establishing an…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:1 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13, with historical context from Acts 6, to establish the scriptural basis, origin, and essential functions of the diaconate. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the diaconate, specifically addressing the controversial question of 'deaconesses.' He focuses on 1 Timothy 3:11 and Romans 16:1, examining the…

Pastor Martin expounds Acts 6:1-7, 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5 to outline the biblical process for recognizing and ordaining resident pastors. He argues that the church, as a whole, is…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, urging the Thessalonian believers to "know them that labor among you and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them…

In this foundational sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the critical question, "What is the Christian Ministry?" He argues that widespread confusion and disregard for biblical teaching…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 18:15-20, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15, and primarily 1 Corinthians 5, to define the nature and identify the administrators of excommunication. He defines…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of 1 Timothy 3:2-7, focusing on the negative qualifications for elders and the crucial requirement of ruling one's household well. He details the need…

Pastor Steve Hartland, speaking at a Trinity Baptist Deacons Conference, expounds Mark 2:1-5, 12 to delineate seven principles of effective leadership for deacons. He uses the four men who brought…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers a sermon titled "Deacon: Divine Encouragements to Deacons," drawing primarily from 2 Corinthians 8, Acts 6, Matthew 25, and 1 Timothy 3. He addresses three groups…

Pastor Martin continues his series on 'Using the Methods of God,' focusing on the third aspect of God's method for establishing His church: the careful organization of converts into functioning…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a series on church membership requirements, focusing on the implicit requirement of age and maturity. Drawing primarily from Acts 2, 4, 5, 8, and 21, as…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the nature, limits, and spirit of authority for church officers, drawing heavily from the New Testament, particularly Hebrews 13:17, 1 Corinthians 7, and Matthew…

Pastor Martin expounds on Matthew 5:19, Matthew 28:19-20, and Titus 2:11-14, arguing for the meticulous pursuit of biblical standards for church officers. He demonstrates Trinity Baptist Church's…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical authorization and warrant for a local church, specifically Trinity Baptist Church, to undertake and oversee missionary endeavors. He systematically…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 4:8, 11-12, focusing on the divine origin and essential functions of the pastoral office during the ordination of Greg Nichols. He asserts…

Pastor Martin continues his series on corrective church discipline, focusing on its major forms: verbal and social. He distinguishes between private, semi-private, and corporate verbal reproof, and…

In "Corrective Church Discipline, Part 3," Pastor Albert N. Martin outlines the major forms of corrective church discipline: verbal and social. He expounds on key passages like Matthew 18, 2…

In "Cultivating Inter-Church Relationships, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical duties and privileges of inter-church communion, grounding his argument in the existence of the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his lecture on "Cultivating Inter-Church Relationships," focusing on practical guidelines for nurturing and expressing inter-church communion. He expounds principles…

In "Gifts of Leadership #1," Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical call to the pastoral office, focusing on the essential spiritual gifts for sanctified leadership. He argues from 1 Timothy 3:4-5…

Pastor Martin expounds on the third category of spiritual gifts essential for pastoral fitness: the proven ability to oversee, guide, and govern God's people with sanctified leadership. He…

Pastor Martin concludes his series on the biblical call to the pastoral office by expounding on the fourth essential element: a providential opportunity and proper ecclesiastical recognition for a…