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Pastor Alan Dunn, speaking at the Trinity Baptist Deacons Conference, expounds on the biblical framework for the ministry of deacons, rooting it in the heart of God, the revelation of Christ, and its…

This sermon, delivered at a deacon's conference by Chuck Davies, not Albert N. Martin, expounds on the paradoxical nature of the deacon's office as both a leader and a servant, drawing parallels to…

In 'The Nature of True Greatness,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 10:35-45, contrasting the world's concept of greatness with Christ's. He argues that true greatness and primacy in God's…

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 Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 1:3, focusing on 'labor of love' as one of the three 'crown jewels' of Christian virtue. He defines 'labor' as intense, costly toil and 'love' as…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the biblical basis and rationale for the office of deacon, drawing primarily from Philippians 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, and Acts 6:1-7. He argues that deacons are…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical office of a deacon, primarily drawing from Philippians 1:1, 1 Timothy 3:8-13, and Acts 6:1-7. He defines the deaconate as a serving office, distinct…

This sermon, delivered by Pastor Chuck Volo at a deacon's conference, explores the profound significance of the office of deacon, arguing that it is not merely a human tradition but a divine…

Pastor Steve Hartland, speaking at a Trinity Baptist Deacons Conference, expounds Mark 2:1-5, 12 to delineate seven principles of effective leadership for deacons. He uses the four men who brought…

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…

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…

In the fifth part of his series "Reduction of Elders: What Might God be Saying?", Pastor Albert N. Martin continues to explore the eighth suggestion from the congregation regarding the attrition in…

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 2:1-5 and 1 Timothy 3:14-15 to establish the biblical basis for the office of deacon. He argues that the Holy Spirit is equally concerned with the…

Pastor Martin expounds on the 'disposition of biblical oversight,' the essential qualities of character required for effective pastoral ministry, drawing primarily from the example of Jesus Christ…

In "The Disposition of Biblical Oversight, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the essential character traits required for effective pastoral ministry, focusing on Christ as the ultimate…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 4:7-16, Hebrews 6:10, 1 Corinthians 16:15, 1 Peter 4:7-11, and Galatians 5:13-14 to establish the scriptural mandate for the church's corporate ministry to itself in…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the diaconate, specifically addressing the controversial question of 'deaconesses.' He focuses on 1 Timothy 3:11 and Romans 16:1, examining the…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:19-24, focusing on Paul's intention to send Timothy to the Philippian church and his profound evaluation of Timothy's character. Martin…

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…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of the Parable of the Pounds (Luke 19:11-27), the third sermon in a series on this text. He emphasizes that the period between Christ's first and…

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 Philippians 1:1 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13, with historical context from Acts 6, to establish the scriptural basis, origin, and essential functions of the diaconate. He…

In "Christian Liberty #07," Pastor Martin continues his series by expounding Luke 1:74-75, focusing on the goal of Christian liberty: to serve God. He details four qualities of this service…

Chuck Davies, Chairman of the Board of Deacons at Trinity Baptist Church, expounds Acts 6:1-7 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13 to define the roles and relationships of deacons within the New Testament church. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Acts 6:1-6 and 1 Timothy 3:8-13, focusing on the apostolic requirement for deacons to be 'full of the Spirit.' He defines this fullness as a pervasive, observable…

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…

In "Who is the Greatest?", Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 9:33-37 and Matthew 18:1-5, addressing the disciples' carnal ambition and teaching profound lessons on humility. He argues that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 6:30-44, focusing on the prelude to the feeding of the five thousand (verses 30-34). He highlights the compassionate heart of Jesus, revealed in His patient…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the scriptural mandate for the church to minister to itself in love, drawing primarily from Ephesians 4:7-16, Hebrews 6:10, 1 Corinthians 16:15, 1 Peter 4:10-11…

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 Albert N. Martin expounds on the doctrine of election, primarily drawing from passages in Mark 13, John 15, Romans 16, 1 Corinthians 1, Ephesians 1, and 1 Peter 2. He defines election as God's…

This sermon, expounding Ephesians 6:5-8, addresses the Christian's responsibility to superiors in the workplace. Pastor Martin argues that subordinates must obey their superiors in a Christ-centered…

Pastor Martin expounds on spiritual gifts using Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, Ephesians 4, and 1 Peter 4. He establishes that spiritual gifts are supernatural endowments for the building up of the…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Timothy 3:2, Titus 1:9, and 1 Peter 5:2, arguing that a biblical call to ministry requires proven abilities in both speaking and ruling. He details three aspects of speaking…

Pastor Martin expounds 2 Kings 13:14-19, 22-25, focusing on King Joash's interaction with the dying prophet Elisha. He argues that two spiritual qualities, burning zeal and aggressive faith, are…

Pastor Martin expounds 2 Kings 2:7-14, detailing Elisha's request for a 'double portion' of Elijah's spirit and God's miraculous sealing of Elisha's prophetic call. He argues that God faithfully…

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 "Humility and Self-Forgetfulness, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:1-4, arguing that humility and self-forgetfulness are essential for cultivating biblical unity in the…

In the fourth part of his series on the reduction of elders, Pastor Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:14 and Hebrews 3:12-13, urging the congregation to actively engage in mutual ministry. He…

Pastor Albert Martin expounds Revelation 21:9-22:5, focusing on the fourth vision of the New Jerusalem. He argues that this vision is a 'zoom lens' on the eternal state of the redeemed, not a literal…

Pastor Albert Martin expounds John 13:12-17, focusing on the 'secondary significance' of Jesus washing the disciples' feet. While the primary significance is Christ's redemptive work on the cross…

In "The Essential Grace of Humility, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 5:5b, urging all believers to "gird yourselves with humility." He defines humility as a 'lowliness of mind' that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the 'hands' of a man of God, drawing from various Old and New Testament passages to delineate four indispensable characteristics. He argues that a true minister's…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 12:1-2, establishing a framework for a biblical perspective on singleness. He argues that prolonged singleness is an abnormality resulting from the Fall, yet…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes a series on church unity by expounding Ephesians 4:1-3, Colossians 3:12-14, and Romans 12:10, among other passages. He argues that maintaining and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 1:9b-10, describing a sound biblical conversion as a fundamental turning to God from idols, accompanied by two attendant dispositions: serving the…

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…

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…

Pastor Albert Martin expounds Luke 1:74-75, arguing that the ultimate goal of Christian liberty is not self-indulgence but wholehearted service and worship of God. He contrasts the world's…

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…

In 'The Healing of Peter's Mother-in-Law,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 1:29-31, highlighting the accessibility, compassion, condescension, and gracious omnipotence of Jesus Christ. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Galatians 5:13, "For you, brethren, were called for freedom; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another." He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 14:3-9 and John 12:1-8, continuing his series on Mary's anointing of Jesus. He draws three main applications: a correction concerning common sins (hasty…

Pastor Martin expounds Deuteronomy 8, drawing out two major principles: God's people must live in obedience to His Word, remembering His past dealings, and they must beware lest prosperity lead to…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:19-30, focusing on the character of Epaphroditus as a model of true biblical manhood. He systematically unpacks Paul's descriptions of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Hebrews 13:15-16, detailing how the 'sacrifice of praise' is to be offered. He defines praise as the 'fruit of lips which make confession to His name,' emphasizing…

Pastor Martin expounds Matthew 6:2-4, focusing on the Christian's religious life, specifically the act of giving alms. He emphasizes that true almsgiving, an expression of mercy, must be motivated by…

In "The Woman of Proverbs 31 (#3)," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on marriage, motherhood, and homemaking by expounding Proverbs 31:28-31 and Colossians 3:22-24. He identifies 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…