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Anatomy of a Man of God: His Backbone #2
Anatomy of a Man of God Jeremiah 31:31-33

In 'Anatomy of a Man of God: His Backbone #2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series by defining ministerial backbone as the resolution to face opposition without flinching. He argues that…

Steadfastness, Aggressiveness, Courage
Philippians Phil. 1:27-28

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:27-30, urging the Trinity Baptist Church to live lives 'worthy of the gospel of Christ.' He identifies three manifestations of such a life: unified…

Major Hindrances to Confessing Christ

Pastor Martin opens by reviewing the morning's exposition of Romans 10:9-10 - the inseparable link between heart belief and verbal confession - then turns to examine three major categories of…

Marks of a True Ministry, Part 1

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 2:2-12, focusing on the initial marks of a true ministry: suffering and boldness. He argues that a faithful servant of Christ, whether a pastor…

Anatomy of a Man of God: His Backbone #1

In "Anatomy of a Man of God: His Backbone #1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on 1 Timothy 6:11, defining 'spiritual backbone' as strength of character and resoluteness to face opposition…

Question Concerning Paying Tribute to Caesar
Gospel of Mark Mark 12:13-17

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 12:13-17, focusing on Jesus' response to the Pharisees and Herodians' question about paying tribute to Caesar. Martin dissects the question's…

Opposition Leading to Boldness

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 2:2-12, focusing on the marks of a true servant of Christ: suffering and boldness. He argues that true ministry, rooted in God's sovereign purpose, is…

Deliverance From the Fear of Men

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the necessity of deliverance from the fear of men for effective pastoral preaching, arguing that holy boldness is indispensable for maintaining the integrity of…

Gifts of Leadership, Part 2

In "Gifts of Leadership, Part 2," Pastor Martin continues his exposition on the essential components of sanctified leadership, focusing on spiritual courage, a unique spiritual disposition for rule…

Paul's Bonds Further the Gospel
Philippians Phil. 1:12-14

In "Paul's Bonds Further the Gospel," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:12-18, demonstrating how Paul's imprisonment in Rome, far from hindering the gospel, actually advanced it among…

Proverbs 22:13
Proverbs Proverbs 22:13

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 22:13, which describes the 'sluggard' as a 'fantasizer' who invents specious excuses for inaction, such as a lion in the street. He contrasts this with real…

His Backbone, Part 1

In "His Backbone, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the essential character trait of "ministerial backbone" for a man of God, defined as the resolution to face opposition without…

1984 Nugget of Gold for the New Year

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Deuteronomy 31:6 and Hebrews 13:5-6, presenting God's promise of abiding presence and unfailing faithfulness as a 'nugget of gold' for the New Year. He argues that…

Goals of This Study
Here We Stand 2 Peter 1:12-15

Pastor Martin opens a thirteen-week series intended as a manifesto of Trinity Baptist Church under the banner 'Here We Stand.' After recounting Luther's stand at Worms, he explains the nature and…

Gifts of Leadership #2

Pastor Martin continues his series on the essential gifts for sanctified leadership, focusing on three components: spiritual courage, a spiritual disposition consistent with Christ-like rule, and…

God-Ordained Results of Courageousness
Philippians Phil. 1:28

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:27-30, focusing on the 'God-ordained results of undaunted courageousness' in the face of adversity. He argues that a Christian's…

His Hands

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the essential quality of 'spiritual backbone' for a man of God, drawing from 1 Timothy 6:11 and numerous biblical examples. He defines backbone as strength of…

Introduction
Elijah 1 Kings 17:1

Pastor Martin introduces a sermon series on the life and ministry of Elijah, drawing background from 1 Kings 16-17 and Deuteronomy 28. He argues for studying Elijah due to his attainable pattern of…

Elijah Challenges Baal Worshippers
Elijah 1 Kings 18:22-24

In "Elijah Challenges Baal Worshippers," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:22-24, detailing Elijah's confrontation with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. Martin delineates the parties…

Another Sabbath Encounter: Man with Withered Hand
Gospel of Mark Mark 3:1-6

Pastor Martin expounds Mark 3:1-6, detailing Jesus' healing of a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, which intensified the opposition from the scribes and Pharisees. He highlights the stark…

Life of Faith
Acts 27:1-44

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Acts 27:1-44, focusing on Paul's exhortation to 'take heart' amidst a violent storm at sea. He uses this narrative to vividly illustrate what it means to walk by…

1993 Biblical Compass & Sextant for the New Year

In "Biblical Compass & Sextant for the New Year," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the proper biblical attitude for facing a new year, drawing primarily from passages in Isaiah, Job, 1 Samuel, and…

Duty and Privilege of the Christian to Himself

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…

Jehovah is God
Elijah 1 Kings 17:1

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 17:1, focusing on Elijah's dramatic confrontation with King Ahab. He details Elijah's identity, the significance of his name and residence, and the…

Elijah and Ahab Meet
Elijah 1 Kings 18:16-20

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:16-20, detailing the dramatic confrontation between Elijah and King Ahab. He analyzes Ahab's false accusation, revealing the hardening power of sin and the…

Practical Fruits
Perseverance of the Saints Ephesians 1:6,12,14

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes a series on the perseverance and preservation of the saints, focusing on the practical fruits of this doctrine. He expounds on Ephesians 1 and Romans…

Reduction of Elders: What Might God be Saying? Part 3

In the third part of his series "Reduction of Elders: What Might God be Saying?", Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 4:1-16 and 1 Thessalonians 5:14, arguing that the reduction in elders may…

The Biblical Training of Our Children, Part 4

In the fourth part of his series on 'The Biblical Training of Our Children,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 6:1-4, focusing on the two major means of godly nurture: 'chastening' (paideia)…

“John G. Paton”

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…

Evangelism God's Way, Part 5

In "Evangelism God's Way, Part 5," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 24:44-49 and Acts 1:4-8, arguing that earnest and persevering prayer for the Holy Spirit's presence and power is the third…

Concluding Counsels: When We are Offended or Offender
Forgiveness Matthew 18:15

In the final sermon of a 14-part series on forgiveness, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 18:15 and Luke 17:3, offering concluding counsels for believers when they are the offended party. He…

Closing Pastoral Admonitions/Encouragements to Parents

Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on parenting by offering five pastoral admonitions and encouragements. He urges parents to fulfill their duties according to Scripture regardless of…

The Day Observed #4
Lord's Day / Sabbath Exodus 20:8-10

In "The Day Observed #4," Pastor Robert Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on its proper observance. He expounds the Fourth Commandment (Exodus 20:8-10) as a moral duty…

Recognition of Pastor as Watchman

In this fifth installment of his 'Vision for These Days' series, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the watchman motif in Scripture, particularly from Ezekiel 3 and Acts 20, arguing that a vital…

Functions of Good Conscience, Part 2
Perseverance of the Saints 2 Corinthians 1:8-12

In "Functions of Good Conscience, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on the perseverance of the saints, focusing on the strategic role of a good conscience. He expounds passages…

Behold the Works of God
Psalm 46 Ps. 46:8-9

Pastor Martin expounds Psalm 46:8-11, calling believers to 'Behold the Works of God' in troublous times. He focuses on God's desolations against His enemies, His cessation of wars, and His…

The Tasks of Missionaries, Part 2

In "The Tasks of Missionaries, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on the essential tasks of missionary endeavor as…

Another Sabbath Encounter: Man with Withered Hand

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 3:1-6, detailing Jesus' healing of a man with a withered hand on the Sabbath, which intensifies the opposition from the scribes and Pharisees. Martin highlights…