Comfort

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, focusing on the comfort believers receive regarding their loved ones who have died in Christ. He meticulously details the Lord's return, emphasizing…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:18, focusing on the command to "comfort one another with these words." He argues that this is a general duty for all believers, not just church…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, addressing the Thessalonians' ignorance and sorrow concerning deceased believers. He argues that Christian grief, though real, must be…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, addressing the common experience of affliction among God's people. He argues that affliction, often perceived as an enemy, is in fact a friend…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:14, focusing on the commands to 'encourage the fainthearted' and 'support the weak,' and 'be long-suffering toward all.' He defines the fainthearted…

In 'Trials as a Means of Grace (2),' Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the Christian life, focusing on trials, tribulations, afflictions, and divine paternal chastisement as…

Pastor Martin continues his series on "Trials as a Means of Grace," focusing on the ninth affirmation of Trinity Baptist Church's manifesto: the necessity of divinely appointed means of grace…

In the fifth and final sermon of his series "Trials as a Means of Grace," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Romans 8:18, and Matthew 5:11-12, arguing that believers must discern…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Isaiah 50:10-11, addressing the common experience of spiritual darkness in the lives of true believers. He defines the 'fear of the Lord' and 'obedience to His…

In "No Escaping Affliction Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the fifth major principle of Christian living: there is no escaping the varied pressures of afflictive circumstances. Drawing…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his sermon series on living the Christian life, focusing on the principle that there is no escaping varied pressures of afflicted circumstances. He reviews…

Pastor Martin expounds on the 'so what' of Christ's return, focusing on the gracious consolations it offers to believers. Drawing primarily from Romans 5, 1 Peter 1, and 1 Thessalonians 4, he argues…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 1:3-7, addressing the profound paradox of abounding joy and crushing grief in the Christian life. He defines the nature and source of both, arguing that…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:12-14, focusing on the postscript's salutations. He addresses the interpretive difficulties of 'Babylon' and 'Mark, my son,' concluding that 'Babylon' refers to Rome…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, focusing on the doctrine of the return of Christ and the state of deceased believers. He emphasizes that the core comfort for grieving…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, sharing his personal experience of God's comfort amidst a recent cancer diagnosis and impending surgery. He identifies four categories of divine…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on "Three Words of Admonition," following a previous sermon on consolation, using 2 Timothy 3:14-17 as a foundational text for the sufficiency of Scripture. He warns…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Revelation 1:9-20, focusing on the opening vision of the exalted Christ amidst the seven golden lampstands. He emphasizes that this vision, given to John in exile…

Pastor Martin provides specific guidelines for conducting funerals, emphasizing the pastor's immediate ministry to the bereaved, the planning of the funeral service, and the preparation of the sermon…

Pastor Martin provides specific guidelines for conducting funerals, emphasizing the pastor's immediate ministry to the bereaved and practical steps for planning and leading services. He draws on…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 4:23, "The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit," as the climactic benediction of Paul's letter. He defines 'grace' as God's undeserved…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 8:31-32, highlighting the 'promises, privileges, and prospects' of a Christian. He argues that God the Father's ultimate act of love in delivering His own Son for us…

In 'Reject Not God's Discipline #1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 3:11-12, emphasizing that God's chastening and reproof are exclusively for His true children, not a sign of His wrath…

In "Reject Not God's Discipline #2," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 3:11-12, urging believers not to despise or faint under God's chastening. He defines chastening as God's afflictive…

Pastor Martin expounds Revelation 1:9-20, focusing on the opening vision of Christ's kingship. He argues that this vision provides essential comfort and stability for the suffering church…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11, providing essential guidelines for interpreting this crucial passage on the return of Christ. He argues that the passage's primary purpose…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 8:1-17 and Galatians 4:4-6, outlining four experiential blessings of adoption: the gift of the Spirit of adoption, the pledge of the Father's provision, the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on "Certainties Concerning God," the second half of a sermon series on thinking Christianly at the start of a new year. He expounds on three certainties about God…

Pastor Martin preaches on the biblical answers to fundamental questions concerning death, prompted by a recent death in the congregation. He expounds Genesis 2:16-17 and Romans 5:12 to explain how…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Samuel 30:6, 'David strengthened himself in the Lord his God,' using the historical context of David's deepest distress at Ziklag to illustrate the Christian's duty and…

In 'The Stony Ground Hearer, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Mark 4:1-6, 13-17, focusing on the second type of soil in the Parable of the Sower. He argues that…

Preached on the occasion of the sudden death of church member Richard Denzel, Pastor Martin expounds Hebrews 11:4, 'he, having died, yet speaks,' to highlight three truths from Denzel's life and…

In the sixth and final sermon on Psalm 46, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the repeated pronouncement of faith in verses 7 and 11: 'The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge.'…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on three absolute facts of life: divine creation, appointed death, and subsequent judgment. He expounds Hebrews 9:27 and John 5:28-29, arguing that in light of these…

In 'A Life of Steadfast Hope, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on 1 Peter 1:13, arguing that the Christian life is fundamentally shaped by the conscious conviction of Christ's return. He…

Pastor Martin concludes a series on foundational truths, likening them to ballast for spiritual stability. He expounds on the identity of the enthroned Christ as the believer's Guide, Protector, and…

Pastor Martin introduces a series of recommended books and tapes aimed at fostering a stable emotional life in believers. He highlights resources addressing dark providences, the doctrine of…

In "Three Words of Consolation," Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses his congregation during a period of significant leadership transition, including a pastoral resignation and his own announced…

In "Basic Assumptions," Pastor Albert Martin lays the groundwork for a series on singleness by establishing two fundamental theological assumptions: the Father's concern and the Father's word…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Kings 19:1-8, detailing Elijah's prayer to die after his triumph on Mount Carmel. He analyzes the prophet's prayer, identifying contributing factors like physical exhaustion…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 15:20-28, focusing on the present kingship of Christ and its implications for the salvation of His people. He argues that Christ is currently reigning…

In 'Kingship of Christ in 1 Corinthians 15:25, 26,' Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 15:20-28, arguing that Jesus Christ is presently reigning as King of Grace, and the primary concern of His…

Pastor Martin introduces a series on the kingship of Christ in the book of Revelation by first establishing proper principles for interpreting the book. He argues that Revelation is not a cryptic…

Pastor Martin expounds Revelation 4, presenting it as a vision of God's sovereign throne and its occupant, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. He argues that this vision, given to John amidst…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Revelation 11:15-18, presenting it as the culmination of Christ's kingship in the book of Revelation. He uses an extended analogy of a cross-country trip to explain…

Pastor Martin expounds Psalm 46, titled 'God is Our Refuge,' as a song of holy confidence for troublous times, particularly relevant as 1973 ends and 1974 begins amidst national and global crises. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Psalm 46:1-7, focusing on the 'proof of history' in verse 6 and the 'pronouncement of faith' in verse 7. He argues that God's past deliverances of Israel…

Pastor Martin introduces a series on the kingship of Christ in the Book of Revelation by first establishing proper principles for interpreting the book. He argues that Revelation is not a cryptic…

In "Basic Questions About Death, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Genesis 2:16-17, Romans 5:12, and James 2:26 to address how death entered the world and what precisely happens in the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:20-22, focusing on the absolute, universal, and unqualified kingship of Christ. He details Christ's exalted position at God's right hand, far above all…

Pastor Martin expounds Revelation 4, presenting it as a vision of God's sovereign throne and its occupant, the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. He argues that this vision provides profound…

Pastor Martin expounds Revelation 11:15-18, focusing on the proclamation of Christ's universal and eternal kingship at the sounding of the seventh trumpet. He uses an extended analogy of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the doctrine of the Lord's Return, primarily drawing from Acts 1, Revelation 1, and 1 & 2 Thessalonians. He defines the Second Coming as a literal, visible…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 8:28, asserting that for true believers, all things work together for good. He defines the true people of God as those who love God and are called according to…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 8:7-15, detailing Hazael's murder of Ben-Hadad and his subsequent reign as God's scourge against Israel. Martin uses this narrative to demonstrate God's…

In "Importance of These Doctrines," Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a series on heaven and hell by establishing the vital importance of these orthodox doctrines. Expounding passages like Matthew…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the devastating hurricanes Katrina and Rita, asking whether they are 'children of Mother Nature or of Father God.' He expounds on the absolute…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical understanding of death for the child of God, prompted by the death of his sister. He first establishes two foundational facts: the dual nature…

In "Biblical Directives for Godly Grieving, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on how Christians should grieve the loss of a loved one who died in Christ, drawing from passages like Ezekiel…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the tragedy of the Twin Towers, asserting two primary biblical perspectives. First, he argues that the event is a manifestation of the absolute…