Law and Gospel

In 'Presence of Moral Law in the New Testament (1),' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 5:17-20 and introduces Romans 7:7-14, arguing that the Ten Commandments remain an unchanging and binding…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 7:7-14 and Romans 8:1-4, demonstrating the abiding presence and binding authority of the moral law, specifically the Ten Commandments, in the New Testament. He argues…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the presence of the moral law in the New Testament, focusing on Galatians 5:13-15 and Ephesians 6:1-3. He argues that the Ten Commandments remain a binding…

Pastor Martin expounds James 2:1-13, demonstrating the abiding authority of the Ten Commandments in the New Testament. He argues that carnal partiality towards the rich is not only ungodly and…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Timothy 1:3-11, the ninth message in a series on the Ten Commandments, to establish their abiding validity as a changeless standard of righteousness in the New Testament. He…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Romans 6:14b, "You are not under law, but under grace," clarifying its meaning within the broader context of Romans 6. He argues…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the 'Goals of this Study for the Unconverted,' the thirteenth message in a series on the Ten Commandments. Drawing primarily from Romans 1-3 and John 8, he argues…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 2:23-3:6, along with parallel passages in Matthew 12 and Luke 6, to establish the abiding authority of the Sabbath and define the lawful works permissible on…

In "Justification, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 18:9-14, focusing on the biblical meaning of the word "justified" as declared righteous by God in a legal, forensic sense. He…

In 'Remember the Sabbath #1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Exodus 20:8-11, arguing for the perpetual obligation of Sabbath-keeping as a moral, not ceremonial, law. He addresses common objections…

Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a multi-part series on the Fourth Commandment, arguing for its abiding validity under the New Covenant. He focuses on the biblical basis for the Sabbath's continuance…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the Fourth Commandment, 'Christ on the Sabbath,' arguing for the Sabbath's perpetual authority for New Covenant believers. He demonstrates its institution at…

Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a multi-part series on the 'Change of the Day,' addressing the controversial topic of the Sabbath commandment. He lays the groundwork for understanding why the Sabbath…

In the fourth sermon of a series on 'The Christian Sabbath,' Pastor Martin expounds Exodus 20:8-11 and Deuteronomy 5:12-15, arguing for the Sabbath's perpetual moral obligation. He refutes the view…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin expounds on Jesus' teaching regarding the Sabbath, primarily from Matthew 12:1-8 and Mark 2:27-28, arguing that Jesus did not abolish the Sabbath but restored it to its…

In "Keeping the Sabbath #1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 2:23-3:6, along with parallel passages in Matthew 12 and Luke 6, to establish the abiding authority of God's appointed day of rest…

Pastor Martin continues his introductory series on the Ten Commandments, focusing on man's inescapable obligation to render perfect obedience to God. He establishes that the standard for this…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 6:14b, "For you are not under law but under grace," within its broader context of Romans 5-6. He argues that this verse, often twisted to promote antinomianism, actually…

Pastor Martin expounds Galatians 5:18 and John 1:17, along with a review of Romans 6:14b, to address the antinomian error that new covenant believers are not bound by the Ten Commandments. He argues…

In this introductory sermon to a series on the Ten Commandments, Pastor Martin outlines the goals of the study for both the unconverted and the converted. For unbelievers, the aim is to expose their…

Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a series on the Ten Commandments by establishing foundational principles for their proper understanding, preaching, and application. He expounds Matthew 5:21-30…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on understanding the Ten Commandments, focusing on the third principle: when a sin is forbidden or a duty commanded, all sins and duties in that category…

Pastor Martin expounds Luke 18:9-14, the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, focusing on the biblical meaning of 'justification.' He meticulously defines justification as a legal declaration of…

In this introductory segment to a sermon series on the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Martin sets the stage for understanding Jesus' teaching. He identifies the Sermon on the Mount as the longest…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin challenges the contemporary evangelical gospel, arguing that it often deviates from the biblical gospel by failing to build on a sound doctrine of God, make…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the phrase "works of the law" in Romans and Galatians, challenging the New Perspective on Paul's interpretation. He argues that Paul's polemic against "works of…

Pastor Martin continues his critique of the New Perspective on Paul, focusing on its misinterpretation of "works of the law" and "righteousness." He argues that Paul's polemic against "works of the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical meaning of 'to justify,' primarily referencing Romans 8:31-34 and other passages from Deuteronomy, Proverbs, Luke, Isaiah, and Romans. He argues that…

In the third sermon of a series on 'The Problem of Ongoing Sin,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the necessity for justified believers to recognize and deal with sin as sin. Drawing primarily…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on Jesus' teaching and actions regarding works of mercy on the Sabbath. He expounds on various Gospel accounts…

In "Misused Texts #1," Pastor Martin begins a two-part sermon examining three Pauline passages (Romans 14:5-6, Galatians 4:8-11, Colossians 2:16-17) often cited by anti-Sabbatarians to argue against…

In this foundational sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a series on the Ten Commandments by establishing the inescapable obligation of man to render perfect obedience to God. Drawing primarily…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 3:12-13, focusing on the means by which believers are established in unblameable holiness. He argues that this goal is achieved through an increasing…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 8:7, arguing that all natural men are haters of God. He systematically demonstrates this hatred in three areas: as God the Lawgiver, God the Sovereign, and God…

In the fourth sermon of his 'Christian Liberty' series, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Galatians 3-5, arguing that true Christian liberty is fundamentally freedom from the Mosaic Law Covenant and…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 1:7, "In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace." He defines redemption biblically as…

In this transitional sermon, Pastor Martin expounds Matthew 15:1-20, focusing on Jesus' statement in verse 13: "Every plant which my heavenly Father planted not, shall be rooted up." He uses the…

Pastor Edward Donnelly, in the first sermon of a series on Justification, argues for the supreme importance of this doctrine. He establishes its centrality to the Bible's theme and purpose…

In "God's Relationship to Us and Ours to Him," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Romans 1:18-25 and Acts 17:22-29, arguing that a robust understanding of justification hinges on recognizing God as…

Pastor Martin expounds the biblical meaning of the word "justify," arguing that it is a forensic, declarative term meaning "to pronounce just," not "to make righteous." He demonstrates this through…

In 'The Enunciation of God's Changeless Standard #2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Acts 20:24, Romans 1:16-17, 1 Corinthians 15:1-2, and Galatians 1:6-9, asserting that the gospel of God's…

Pastor Robert Martin expounds Genesis 2:1-3, arguing for the perpetual and abiding validity of the Sabbath, established at creation for all humanity, not just Israel. He addresses objections…

In "The Sabbath in the Law of Moses #2," Pastor Robert Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on its treatment within the Mosaic Law, particularly Exodus 31:12-17, 34:21…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 2:23-3:6, focusing on verses 27-28, to defend the perpetual obligation of the Sabbath for all mankind. He argues that the Sabbath was instituted at creation for…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin continues his exposition of the Fourth Commandment, focusing on the 'Proper Balance' of observing the Christian Sabbath, or Lord's Day. Drawing primarily from Exodus 20…

Pastor Martin expounds on the proper and balanced observance of the new covenant Sabbath, focusing on the necessary distinction between forbidden works and works of necessity. He addresses common…

In this sermon, Pastor Robert Martin begins a new segment of his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on the New Testament's teaching on the moral law. He expounds Matthew 5:17-20 and Mark…

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…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Isaiah 53:6, detailing humanity's desperate situation as sheep gone astray, each turning to their own way. He then presents God's gracious provision through the…

In 'Doing the Work of an Evangelist in Preaching, Part 1,' Pastor Martin expounds 2 Timothy 4:4-5, arguing that all teaching elders are solemnly bound to 'do the work of an evangelist' within their…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the fourth branch of evangelical repentance: a change of mind regarding righteousness, or how to have a right standing before God. He first establishes the…

Pastor Martin reviews the Sermon on the Mount, particularly Matthew 5:17-20, emphasizing that true righteousness must exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees by focusing on the heart, not just…

Martin expounds Matthew 7:12 — the Golden Rule — and applies it systematically to the tongue under three headings: when we speak, what we speak, and how we speak. He argues the Golden Rule cannot be…

In "Circumcision: NT Survey, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on infant baptism by examining the New Testament's teaching on circumcision. He surveys several passages from Luke…

Pastor Martin continues his New Testament survey of circumcision, focusing on how the New Covenant resolves the Old Testament tension between outward bodily circumcision and inward heart…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers the second sermon in a series on Christian liberty, focusing on a broad biblical and theological statement of the doctrine. Using the Westminster Confession of Faith…

In 'Christian Liberty #10,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Galatians 5:1, 'For freedom did Christ set us free; stand fast therefore, and be not entangled again in a yoke of bondage.' He argues that…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 2:11-16, focusing on Christ's work in abolishing the 'middle wall of partition' between Jew and Gentile. He details how the Mosaic ceremonial law, which fostered…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 12:13-17, focusing on Jesus' command to "Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and unto God the things that are God's." He grounds this directive in…

In "Jesus by the Seaside," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 3:7-12, presenting Jesus as the perfect example of keeping God's law, the almighty deliverer from sin and the devil, and the great…