Contentment

In "Paul's Thank-you Note, Part 1," Pastor Martin expounds Philippians 4:10-13, focusing on Paul's tactful expression of joy for the Philippians' gift and his masterful qualification of that joy…

In "Paul's Thank-you Note, Part 3," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 4:18-20, concluding his series on Paul's gratitude to the Philippian church. He details how their gift brought Paul…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 4:8-17, detailing the Shunammite woman's kindness to Elisha and God's miraculous recompense of a son. He first highlights the immediate message to ancient…

Pastor Martin expounds the third and final experiential privilege of adoption — the pledge of God's paternal provision — built on Philippians 4:19 ('my God shall supply every need of yours'). He…

In the second sermon on the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-29), Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on the return of Christ, focusing on its implications for the faithful use of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical view of material/financial stewardship, drawing primarily from passages like Psalm 24, 1 Corinthians 10, Psalm 50, 1 Chronicles 29, 1 Timothy 3 & 6…

In this Q&A session, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the role of subjective 'peace' in decision-making, arguing that it should be disregarded in matters of indifference where biblical principles…

In "Lay Not Up Treasures on Earth, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 6:19-24, initiating a two-part series on worldliness. He defines 'treasures' as anything selfishly accumulated and…

In "Paul's Thank-you Note, Part 2," Pastor Martin expounds Philippians 4:14-17, continuing his study of Paul's gratitude to the Philippian church for their financial support. He highlights Paul's…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, urging believers to cultivate 'sanctified quietness, self-interest, and industriousness.' He argues that these virtues are essential for…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds a theology of singleness by examining it through the lens of creation, the fall, and redemption, primarily referencing Genesis 1-3, 1 Corinthians 7, Matthew 19, and…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 7:25-35, offering 'practical considerations' for singleness. He first outlines the spiritual, cultural, diaconal, and evangelistic benefits of singleness…

In "In-laws and Finances," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Genesis 2:24, emphasizing that true marriage requires a radical 'leaving' of one's parents—governmentally, economically, emotionally…

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…

Pastor Martin contrasts the counsel of ungodly materialism with the blessed man who meditates in the law of God. Drawing from Genesis through the Epistles, he demonstrates that things were never…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds the fourth petition of the Lord's Prayer, "Give us this day our daily bread," from Matthew 6:11. He argues that this petition acknowledges God as the ultimate source…

Pastor Martin expounds on spiritual gifts using Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 4, and 1 Peter 4. He establishes that spiritual gifts are supernatural endowments for the building up of the…

In this fourth message of his "Ballast for the Soul" series, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the profound truth that the enthroned Christ is the believer's indwelling life and strength. Drawing…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 13:32-37, focusing on the concealed time of Christ's second coming and the necessity of constant watchfulness. He meticulously distinguishes the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 8:32 and Philippians 4:19, focusing on the Father's promise of provision for His adopted children. He argues that God's ultimate gift of His Son guarantees His…

In this communion meditation, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the truth that the enthroned Christ is the believer's indwelling life and strength, building on the New Testament doctrine of union…