Fellowship

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Acts 2:42-47, focusing on the biblical concept and context of distinctively Christian fellowship. He defines fellowship (koinonia) as a consistent, principled…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 15:1-7, focusing on the command to "receive ye one another, even as Christ also received you to the glory of God." He defines Christian fellowship as the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the necessity of mutual love and brotherly affection as the core content of distinctively Christian fellowship, drawing from numerous New Testament passages…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 8:11-12 and Romans 14:13-15, arguing that the truth of Christ's atoning death for believers must radically influence how they treat one another. He demonstrates…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Samuel 23:7-18, focusing on Jonathan's ministry to David in a time of distress. He argues that Jonathan's actions provide a paradigm for how Christians ought to strengthen…

Pastor Albert Martin expounds on the nature of Christian love, drawing primarily from John 13:34-35 and Romans 13:8-10. He argues that true biblical love is not a subjective feeling but is…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, defining Christian love not by formal definition or subjective feeling, but by its practical manifestations in action and inaction. He…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on Christian fellowship by expounding 1 Corinthians 13:4, focusing on the negative attribute: 'Love does not envy.' He provides a detailed…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, focusing on the phrases "love does not vaunt itself, is not puffed up." He defines these as love not indulging in boastful…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, focusing on the negative aspect that "love does not behave itself unseemly." He defines "unseemly" as acting rudely, dishonorably, or…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 13:5, focusing on the phrase "love does not behave itself unseemly." He argues that genuine Christian love manifests itself in adherence to righteous…

Pastor Martin addresses the peculiar needs of single men and women in the congregation, emphasizing the biblical principle of corporate edification and the dangers of pragmatic, rather than biblical…

In this closing message of a four-part series on verbal communication, Albert Martin surveys the cardinal biblical texts governing how God's people are to speak with one another. He expounds three…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:26, "Salute all the brethren with a holy kiss," arguing that this command, while culturally specific, reveals enduring principles for Christian fellowship. He…

Pastor Martin outlines six biblical benefits of attending Reformed Baptist family conferences, emphasizing their role in manifesting the universal church, fostering godly friendships, providing…

In this communion meditation, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 8:8-13 and Romans 14:13-15, demonstrating how the cross of Christ casts a dominant shadow over every doctrine and duty in…

In this question-and-answer session, Pastor Martin addresses the practical outworking of Christian liberty, particularly concerning how believers discern and respond to the consciences of others…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 26:36-46, offering a 'second glimpse' into the mystery of Gethsemane, focusing on Christ's desire for human companionship in suffering. He argues that it is…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 John 3:14-19 and Matthew 25:31-46, addressing how brotherly love responds to the tangible material needs of the saints. He argues that love for the brethren is evidence of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, focusing on the initial two characteristics of love: long-suffering and kindness. He argues that these two virtues are foundational, distilling…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Hebrews 3:12-14, focusing on mutual exhortation as a divinely appointed means for the perseverance of the saints. He clarifies that 'exhortation' primarily means…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:3-11, focusing on Paul's thanksgiving for the Philippian church. He details the object, occasion, and context of Paul's gratitude, emphasizing that it…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 4:21-22, focusing on the command to 'salute every saint in Christ Jesus.' He defines 'salute' as greeting with genuine fondness and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:10b, exhorting believers to "abound more and more" in brotherly love. He first defines the audience as true Christians, not mere professors, and…

In 'Responsibilities One to Another, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on John 13:34-35 and Romans 13:8-10, asserting that the supreme, all-encompassing duty of church members to one another…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on the 'Bridled Tongue,' focusing on the indirect materials for constructing this spiritual bridle. Expounding passages like Ephesians 5:18-19, Colossians…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical duty of cultivating inter-church communion, drawing extensively from the book of Acts and various New Testament epistles (Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the 'Corporate Means of Grace,' the sixth and final principle in his series on Christian living. Drawing primarily from Acts 2:41-42, Hebrews 10:23-25, Hebrews…

Martin argues that sinful silence is as real a transgression as sinful speech, grounding his case in five texts across both Testaments. Beginning with a sketch of perfect communication in Eden and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 3:8, focusing on five graces that should mark the people of God in their relationships: like-mindedness, sympathy, brotherly affection, tender-heartedness…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Acts 2:41-42, detailing the internal corporate life of the early Jerusalem church. He argues that their steadfast continuance in the apostles' teaching, fellowship…

In "Responsibilities One to Another, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the New Testament command to "edify one another," building on the overarching duty to "love one another." He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the Christian duty and privilege of hospitality to strangers, drawing primarily from Romans 12:13, Hebrews 13:1-2, and 1 Peter 4:9. He argues that hospitality is a…

In "Directives to the Stronger Brother, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Romans 14-15 and 1 Corinthians 8 & 10, laying out practical guidelines for exercising Christian liberty…

Pastor Martin continues his exposition on the church ministering to itself in love, focusing on specific scriptural activities. He outlines spiritual duties such as mutual prayer, encouragement…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the corporate disciplines of progressive sanctification, arguing that true holiness is not a 'freelance' or 'do-it-yourself' endeavor but is cultivated within the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:14, focusing on the command to 'greet one another with a kiss of love.' He argues that this command, along with four similar Pauline injunctions for a 'holy…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 2:17, focusing on the command to "Love the brotherhood." He explains this duty as a continuous, willed commitment to the collective body of believers…

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 Martin concludes his exposition of 1 Thessalonians 5:11, focusing on the repeated duty to 'exhort one another' and the newly introduced command to 'build each other up.' He argues that this…

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…

Pastor Martin expounds Acts 2:42, identifying the four corporate means of grace: the apostles' teaching (Word of God), fellowship (people of God), breaking of bread (remembrance of the Son of God)…

Pastor Martin continues his sermon series on the church ministering to itself in love, focusing on the scriptural attitudes and activities essential for biblical body life. He expounds passages from…

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…

In "Receive Him with All Joy," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:25-30, focusing on the Philippians' duty to receive Epaphroditus. He defines this duty as receiving him "in the Lord with…

In "Love of the Brethren," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:9-10, arguing that brotherly love is a peculiar affection among God's people, essential for Christian living and witness…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin continues his series on heaven and hell, focusing on the question, 'What is heaven?' He expounds on Revelation 14:13, 7:13-17, and 22:3, along with Luke 12:35-37 and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Hebrews 3:12-14, focusing on the necessity of perseverance as evidence of true saving faith. He warns against apostasy, emphasizing that genuine participation in…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 4:11-16 and 1 John 3:13-19, arguing that the church glorifies God through both the Spirit-empowered teaching ministry of biblically qualified pastors and the…

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 on the responsibilities of church members regarding submission and unity, drawing primarily from Ephesians 4:1-6 and various passages on church order and leadership…

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…

In "Christian Liberty #18," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 14:13-23, focusing on apostolic directives to the strong believer regarding Christian liberty. He establishes love as the…

Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical duty of Christian hospitality, defining it not primarily as a lavish table but as an 'open door' to both fellow saints and strangers. Drawing from Romans 12:13…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Hebrews 3:12-14, focusing on the prescribed means for believers to avoid apostasy: mutual exhortation. He defines exhortation as urgent verbal activity encompassing…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on the positive duties of the Lord's Day. Drawing from the Second London Baptist Confession and various Scriptures, he outlines…

Pastor Albert Martin continues his series on the reduction of elders, focusing on what God might be communicating to Trinity Baptist Church through this providence. He expounds Ephesians 4:11-12…

Pastor Martin delivers a report on his recent ministry trip to New Zealand and Australia, emphasizing the biblical principles of inter-church communion and the work of God in other places. He details…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the nature of the Christian life, arguing that it must be both Christ-centered and church-based. Drawing primarily from Colossians 2:6-7, Hebrews 12:1-2, 2…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on "Entering By the Narrow Gate," focusing on Matthew 7:13-14, 1 John 2:15-17, and 2 Corinthians 4:16-18. He argues that true conversion requires a…