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“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…

A Sequel to the Call of Levi
Gospel of Mark Mark 2:15-17

In "A Sequel to the Call of Levi," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 2:13-17, detailing Jesus's feast with publicans and sinners and his response to the Pharisees' accusatory questions. Martin…

Missionary Commissioning Service for Arif Khan
John 20:19-23

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers a missionary commissioning service for Arif Khan, grounding the unusual nature of the service in John 20:19-23, where the resurrected Christ commissioned his…

Missionary Commissioning Service for Steve Hofmaier
Matthew 28:16-20

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers a charge to Steve Hofmaier and the Trinity Baptist Church congregation during Hofmaier's missionary commissioning service to the Philippines. Martin first explains…

Introduction; the Tasks of Missionaries, Part 1

Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces a six-part series on Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, emphasizing that it is rooted in the absolute sufficiency of Scripture, not human traditions or new…

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…

Our Authority for Engaging in Missionary Activity

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical authorization and warrant for a local church, specifically Trinity Baptist Church, to undertake and oversee missionary endeavors. He systematically…

Guidelines for Inter-Church Cooperation, Part 1

In "Guidelines for Inter-Church Cooperation, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues an extended series on Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on the biblical principles governing…

Guidelines for Inter-Church Cooperation, Part 2

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on 'Guidelines for Inter-Church Cooperation, Part 2.' He expounds on several passages from Acts, 1…

Guidelines for Inter-Church Cooperation, Part 3

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on 'Guidelines for Inter-Church Cooperation, Part 3.' He expounds on seven groupings of New…

Guidelines for Selecting Missionaries, Part 1

In "Guidelines for Selecting Missionaries, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical principles for identifying and sending missionaries, primarily drawing from the book of Acts and…

Guidelines for Selecting Missionaries, Part 2

In "Guidelines for Selecting Missionaries, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on the biblical criteria for selecting…

Guidelines for Selecting Missionaries, Part 3

In "Guidelines for Selecting Missionaries, Part 3," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on the selection of missionaries. Drawing…

Companionship in Missions

In 'Companionship in Missions,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical pattern of teamwork in missionary endeavors, drawing primarily from the Gospels and the book of Acts. He argues that…

The Missionary and his Sending Church, Part 1

In 'The Missionary and his Sending Church, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical relationship between missionaries and their sending churches, as well as the churches they plant…

The Missionary and his Sending Church, Part 2

In "The Missionary and his Sending Church, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin reviews Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, articulated in seven categories, focusing on the relationship between…

Principles of Strategy and Methodology, Part 1

In "Principles of Strategy and Methodology, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical scope of missionary vision and the initial strategic principles guiding the early church's…

Principles of Strategy and Methodology, Part 2

Pastor Martin continues his series on Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on the essential elements of biblical strategy and methodology. Expounding Acts 16:1-15, he highlights the…

Principles of Strategy and Methodology, Part 3

In "Principles of Strategy and Methodology, Part 3," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes a series on Trinity Baptist Church's missions policy, focusing on two final elements of biblical methodology…

Missionary Commissioning Service for Arif Khan

In this commissioning service for Arif Khan, Pastor Martin expounds Psalm 67 and John 20:19-23 to establish the biblical warrant for a church-based missionary sending. He details the history of…

Missionary Commissioning Service for Steve Hofmaier

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers a charge to Steve Hofmaier and the Trinity Baptist Church congregation during Hofmaier's missionary commissioning service for the Philippines. Martin expounds on the…

Appendix to Report on Trip to Australia/Philippines
Luke 17:1-2

Pastor Martin delivers an appendix to his report on his trip to Australia and the Philippines, addressing the Trinity Baptist Church family. He emphasizes three main points: the awesome stewardship…

Our Duty Toward the Rising Generation (6)

In the sixth sermon of his series "Our Duty Toward the Rising Generation," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 10:12-15, 1 Peter 2:9, and 1 Peter 3:15, outlining the God-sanctioned means for the…

Report on Trip to New Zealand
Acts 14:25-27

Pastor Martin delivers a report on his two-week ministry trip to New Zealand, emphasizing the biblical precedent and purpose for such reports (Acts 14:25-27, 1 Corinthians 14:12). He details his…

Report on Trip to United Kingdom
Acts 14:25-27

Pastor Martin delivers a report on his recent ministry trip to the United Kingdom, framing it within the biblical precedent of Paul and Barnabas reporting to the church at Antioch (Acts 14:25-27). He…

In Evangelism and Missions

Martin argues that Trinity Baptist Church's commitment to a Christ-centered, church-based theology of evangelism and missions is a concrete manifestation of their conviction that God has assigned the…

Responsibilities to the World, Part 2

In "Responsibilities to the World, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on church membership, focusing on the church's outward responsibilities to the unbelieving world. He expounds…

Christmas in the Words of Simeon
Christmas Luke 2:22-39

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 2:22-39, focusing on Simeon's prophecy, to address the dilemma of Christmas for earnest Christians. He establishes the narrative facts, then unpacks Simeon's…

Establishing Neighborhood Bible Studies
Acts 1:8

Pastor Martin outlines a vision for establishing evangelistic, home-based Bible studies in communities where Trinity Baptist Church members reside, drawing on Acts 1:8 for the church's mission to…

In Evangelism / Missions

Pastor Martin continues his 'Manifesto of Trinity Baptist Church' series, focusing on the fourth tenet: the church's unique place in God's saving purposes. He expounds on Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians…

Gleanings from the Olivet Discourse, Part 1
Olivet Discourse Mark 13:1-37

In "Gleanings from the Olivet Discourse, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin returns to Mark 13, having previously expounded it verse-by-verse, to extract two crucial pastoral applications. First, he…

Your Churchmanship, Part 4

In "Your Churchmanship, Part 4," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series of parting counsels by expounding Revelation 2:25, "Nevertheless, that which you have, hold fast until I come." He…

Be Still and Know that I Am God
Psalm 46 Ps. 46:10

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…

Seeing TBC Thru the Eyes of a Visitor, Part 3

Pastor Albert N. Martin, in the third part of a discussion on 'Seeing TBC Thru the Eyes of a Visitor,' expounds Psalm 67, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 22:36-40, and Romans 13:8-10 to underscore the…

After a Building Program: Challenges

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the challenges facing Trinity Baptist Church after completing the first phase of their building program, drawing primarily from the book of Acts and Matthew 5. He…

Christmas in the Words of Simeon
Luke 2:22-39

Pastor Martin addresses the dilemma of Christmas for earnest Christians, arguing that while the holiday's origins are pagan, it can be seized as an occasion to direct minds to God's Word. He expounds…

Petition for Gospel Preachers
Devotions 1 Thessalonians 5:25

Pastor Martin expounds on the believer's third dimension of prayer: intercession, supplication, and petition, focusing on praying according to God's will. He uses the Lord's Prayer as a model and…

The Parable of the Mustard Seed
Gospel of Mark Mark 4:30-32

In "The Parable of the Mustard Seed," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 4:30-32, revealing the kingdom of God's principle of growth from insignificant beginnings to unexpected, marvelous…

Introduction and Commission of the Prophet
Jonah Jonah 1:1-2

Pastor Martin expounds Jonah 1:1-2, introducing the prophet Jonah and his divine commission to Nineveh. He draws on 2 Kings 14:23-27 to provide historical context for Jonah's ministry, highlighting…

The Gospel Comes to Philippi
Philippians Acts 16:6-40

Pastor Martin begins an exposition of Philippians by first establishing the historical context of the letter, drawing from Acts 16. He explains how Paul's intimate relationship with the Philippian…

In Sending Forth Church Planters

This sermon is the fifth in a series on Trinity Baptist Church's manifesto, focusing on the theology and practice of ministerial recognition, specialized training, and ordination, with particular…

The Appearance and Commission in Galilee
Gospel of Mark Mark 16:16-20

In "The Appearance and Commission in Galilee," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 28:16-20, focusing on Christ's post-resurrection appearance and the Great Commission. He emphasizes that the…

Cultivating Inter-Church Relationships, Part 2

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his lecture on "Cultivating Inter-Church Relationships," focusing on practical guidelines for nurturing and expressing inter-church communion. He expounds principles…

Paul's Attitude While Away
1 Thessalonians 1 Th. 2:17-20

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:10, focusing on Paul's attitude and affections for the Thessalonian believers after being forcibly separated from them. Martin…

Using the Methods of God, Part 1
Ephesians 1 & 2 Acts 18:19-20:31

In "Using the Methods of God, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Acts 18-20, detailing the methods Paul employed to establish the church in Ephesus. He argues that God's grace works through…

Gleanings from the Olivet Discourse, Part 1

In "Gleanings from the Olivet Discourse, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin returns to Mark 13 to extract two crucial pastoral principles. First, despite global disruptions, the church must prioritize…

Introduction
Jonah Jonah 1-4

Pastor Martin introduces his new sermon series on the book of Jonah, emphasizing its historical nature, unique narrative structure, and twofold purpose. He argues that Jonah is a factual account…

Manifested in Our Corporate Life

Pastor Albert Martin expounds 2 Corinthians 4:1-12, particularly verses 10-12, to demonstrate the 'life out of death' principle as essential to real Christianity and the corporate life of Trinity…

Preaching as a Means of Grace (1)

Pastor Martin expounds Matthew 28:16-20, arguing that the Great Commission's command to 'make disciples, baptize them, and teach them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you'…

Naaman - Lessons About Wisdom And Love of God
Elisha 2 Kings 5:1-15

Pastor Martin expounds 2 Kings 5, detailing Naaman's healing from leprosy as a profound demonstration of God's unrivaled sovereignty, unfathomable wisdom, and unbounded love. He argues that God's…

Evangelizing Sinners Verbally, Part 1

In 'Evangelizing Sinners Verbally, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the church's evangelistic mandate, emphasizing that it involves both a radically different lifestyle and the verbal…

73a) Cultivating Inter-Church Relationships #2

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…

Christian Benevolence
Isaiah 58:6-9

In "Christian Benevolence," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Isaiah 58:6-9, Proverbs 3:27-28, Galatians 6:6-10, and 1 John 3:16-18 to lay a biblical foundation for active Christian benevolence…

Introduction / Proclamation of the Gospel
Ephesians 1 & 2 Ephesians 1

Pastor Martin begins a new series on Ephesians by providing an extensive introduction to the book, its unique characteristics, and the historical context of the Ephesian church. He details the city…

Light is Given to be Shared
Gospel of Mark Mark 4:21-23

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 4:21-25, focusing on Jesus's teaching that spiritual light, though sometimes revealed in secret, is always intended for public proclamation. He corrects the…

Harvest Plenteous – Laborers Few
Matthew 9:35-38

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 9:35-38, focusing on Jesus' arduous labors and deep compassion for the distressed and scattered multitudes. He highlights Jesus' sober assessment that 'the…

In Sending Church Planters

Pastor Martin continues his 'Manifesto of Trinity Baptist Church' series, focusing on the church's unique place in God's saving purposes, specifically regarding ministerial recognition, specialized…

Prayer for the Ministering Servants of God
Romans 15:30-32

Pastor Martin expounds three requests for prayer from the Apostle Paul in Romans 15:30-32, Ephesians 6:18-20, and 2 Thessalonians 3:1-2. He uses these passages to stir up the congregation to frequent…

Introduction (A. N. Martin)

Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces a new pre-membership and post-membership class structure for Trinity Baptist Church, outlining its necessity and rationale. He expounds passages like Acts 2:47, 1…

His Knees, Part 1

In "His Knees, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Psalm 95 and various New Testament passages to describe the distinguishing traits of a man of God, focusing on the spiritual posture of his…