Glory of God

In 'Ultimate Purpose for the Divine Directive,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 4:11b, arguing that the ultimate purpose for all divine directives concerning Christian living, particularly…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:30-39, detailing Elijah's vindication of the true God against Baal on Mount Carmel. He systematically unpacks Elijah's actions: repairing the altar…

In this foundational sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin defines 'the glory of God in the accomplishment and application of redemption.' He argues that to truly appreciate God's glory in salvation, one…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 3:23-26 and Galatians 4:4-5, demonstrating how God's glory, particularly His justice, shines in the accomplishment and application of redemption. He meticulously details…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 3:21 as the primary text defining the church's purpose, supported by 1 Peter 4:10-11, Philippians 1:9-11, and Romans 15:5-7. He argues that the supreme and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers the fourth message in his 'A Manifesto of Trinity Baptist Church' series, focusing on the commitment to maintain a God-centered climate in all aspects of church life…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 1:13-21, focusing on the glory of the Redeemer and the goal of redemption. He argues that believers are called to live in steadfast hope, universal holiness…

In "The Adoration of the Angelic Host," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 2:13-14, focusing on the identity and activity of the heavenly host at Christ's birth. He clarifies that angels are…

Pastor Martin expounds on John 1:1-18, arguing that the glory of Christ is his ministry, which is characterized by both gospel proclamation and benevolent works. He then applies this truth to the…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 8:28-30 and Romans 3:24-26, emphasizing the paramount importance of the doctrine of justification by faith. He argues that justification is not a mere theological…

Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces a three-part series on justification by faith, focusing this first sermon on its importance and biblical context. He argues that a clear understanding of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces a new sermon series on the chief blessings of salvation, focusing on the crucial importance of the doctrine of justification. He argues that justification is…

In "A Review (Part 1)," Pastor Albert N. Martin returns to his series on justification by faith, providing a condensed overview of the first six messages. He expounds on Romans 5:1-5, emphasizing the…

Pastor Martin preaches the third sermon in his 'Living Together in the Father's House' series, focusing on the biblically mandated activities of the church, particularly corporate worship. Drawing…

Pastor Martin introduces the 'Act of Preaching' by establishing its fundamental axiom: all elements of preaching must serve the glory of God and the good of men in their salvation and edification. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Psalm 46:10-11, focusing on God's command to the nations, "Be still, and know that I am God," and His affirmation, "I will be exalted among the nations, I will be…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 11:36, "For of him, and through him, and unto him, are all things, to whom be the glory forever. Amen." He argues that this doxology provides…

Martin expounds Ephesians 2:7 as the capstone of the paragraph, arguing that God's ultimate purpose in all of salvation - the quickening, raising, and seating of sinners with Christ - is to display…

In 'Charge of Joshua, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Joshua 7:16-21, focusing on Joshua's gracious and compassionate charge to Achan after his sin is exposed. Martin highlights Joshua's…

Pastor Martin preaches from Isaiah 6:1-13, focusing on the foundational truths God revealed about Himself to the prophet Isaiah at his call. He argues that Isaiah's vision of God's absolute…

Pastor Martin introduces a retreat theme on the Reformed faith, focusing on its essence and practical implications for life and ministry. He expounds Romans 11:36, arguing that 'of him, and through…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 2:7, focusing on God's ultimate purpose in salvation: to display the exceeding riches of His grace. He argues that God is the sole determiner and executor…

Pastor Martin expounds Mark 10:32-45, focusing on the ambitious request of James and John for places of honor in Christ's kingdom and Jesus' searching response. He highlights the disciples' ignorance…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical doctrine that heaven is the realization of direct sight of and immediate communion with God and the Lamb. Drawing primarily from…

Pastor Martin opens his treatment of the doctrine of justification by underscoring its supreme importance. After showing that the doctrine answers the most fundamental of human questions, 'How shall…

In "Sufferings of Christ and His People, #1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 3:13-22, focusing on the similarities between Christ's sufferings and those of His people. He argues that…

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 Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 13:24-27, focusing on the second coming of the Son of Man. He details its relative timing (after the tribulation of 70 A.D.), startling accompaniments (celestial…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, outlining five 'marks of a God-glorifying ministry.' He argues that such a ministry is characterized by a conscious identity as a proclaimer of…

Pastor Martin concludes his series by emphasizing the 'extreme importance' of the doctrine of justification by faith alone. He argues that this doctrine is central to all Christian truth, essential…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the disposition of biblical oversight, focusing on four more essential qualities for pastors. He expounds on the disposition of zeal for God's honor and glory…

Pastor Martin begins a series on ordering public worship, emphasizing that effective pastoral oversight requires a well-grounded conviction in corporate worship as a divine institution, the…

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…

Pastor Martin expounds 2 Thessalonians 1:7-10, focusing on the 'revelation of the Lord Jesus' as the nature of Christ's second coming. He defines this event as an 'unveiling' of Christ's previously…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ezekiel 3:16-21, detailing God's sovereign appointment of Ezekiel as a watchman, the solemn pronouncement of life and death based on righteousness and wickedness, and…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 11:33-36, arguing that all things are 'of Him, through Him, and to Him,' meaning God is the origin, means, and goal of all existence and events. He challenges listeners…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 1:10-12, returning to glean fundamental truths after a prior exposition. He affirms three basic doctrines: special revelation, the pre-existence and deity of…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Peter 4:14-16, offering an additional encouragement, a necessary prohibition, and a further directive for suffering Christians. He teaches that believers reproached for…

Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical duty and function of thanksgiving, distinguishing it from worship while highlighting their overlap. He defines thanksgiving as 'the conscious acknowledgement of…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:3-6, focusing on the first stanza of Paul's hymn of praise to God the Father. He defines 'praise,' 'glory,' and 'grace,' arguing that…

Pastor Edward Donnelly expounds Romans 5:1-2, detailing the profound implications of justification by faith. He argues that justification provides believers with objective peace with God, grants…

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 Mark 13:24-27, focusing on the second coming of the Son of Man. He details its relative timing after the destruction of Jerusalem, its startling celestial…

Pastor Martin begins a series on directives for ordering public worship, grounding his instruction in 1 Timothy 3:14-15. He asserts that elders must have a well-grounded conviction about corporate…

In "The Disposition of Biblical Oversight, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the essential dispositions for effective pastoral ministry, focusing on tender compassion…

In "Motives to Perseverance, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his discussion on the various motivations God uses to keep believers in the way of holiness and obedience. Building on the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:9-11, focusing on the 'ultimate concerns' of Paul's prayer for the Philippian believers. He distinguishes between the immediate burden (abounding love…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 4:10-11, focusing on the directive for mutual service within the church. He establishes the foundational assumption that every believer is gifted by God's…

Pastor Martin expounds Joshua 7:10-18, focusing on Joshua's resolute and thorough obedience in purging Achan's sin from Israel. He argues that Joshua's obedience stemmed from four spiritual…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:43-48, and 1 Corinthians 10:31, focusing on the responsibilities and obligations that flow from the privilege of adoption into God's family…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 6:19b-20, "You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Glorify God, therefore, in your body." He argues that the cross of Christ, as the…

In 'Applications: Church Life,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the central and glorious function of the church in God's saving purposes, drawing primarily from Matthew 16, Acts, Ephesians 3, and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:13-14, focusing on the Holy Spirit's sealing work as the 'earnest of our inheritance.' He defines 'earnest' as a down payment, asserting that the Spirit's…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:16-17a, focusing on the essential characteristics of acceptable prayer. He argues that proper prayer must be directed to the Triune God, specifically 'the…

In 'The Church Evangelizing, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical motives for evangelism, grounding them in the summary of the law: love to God and love to man. He argues that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:22-26, detailing the Apostle Paul's 'sanctified dilemma' – a profound tension between his desire to die and be with Christ (which is 'far better') and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on Ephesians 4:7-16, celebrating the Trinity Ministerial Academy's recognition service for four graduating students. He defines a 'man of God' through seven…

In 'Man's Existence and God's Glory,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 1:22-25, contrasting the temporal nature of human existence and glory with the eternal, abiding Word of God. Drawing…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Joshua 7:19-21, focusing on Joshua's charge to Achan for an immediate and full confession. He argues that this confession was necessary to…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 4:7-11, defining the biblical concept of a steward as one entrusted with another's property, obligated to manage it according to the owner's will, and…