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Sexual Purity

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Two Introductory Principles

In "Two Introductory Principles," Pastor Albert N. Martin lays the foundational biblical principles for understanding sexual purity. He expounds on Genesis 1-2, arguing that human sexuality…

Third Introductory Principle

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the third foundational principle in his series on 'The Divine Antidote to Sexual Impurity': the willful, impenitent indulgence in sexual sin…

Fourth Introductory Principle

In his fourth foundational sermon on sexual purity, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the proposition that 'A real participation in the dynamics of saving grace will deliver us from the dominion of…

Biblical View of the Body is Essential

In "Biblical View of the Body is Essential," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, arguing that a proper understanding of the Christian's body is crucial for sexual purity. He…

Biblical View of Marriage is Vital

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 7:1-7, addressing the divine antidote to sexual impurity in a morally decadent age. He argues that while celibacy is good under specific circumstances…

Honoring Christ in Male/Female Roles (3)

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 6:9-20, presenting a seven-fold divine antidote to sexual impurity. He argues that true believers must cultivate deep convictions rooted in God's Word…

The Will of God / Sexual Purity
1 Thessalonians 1 Th. 4:3-8

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, focusing on God's will for His people's sanctification, specifically in the area of sexual purity. He establishes a biblical framework for…

How to Be Kept From Sexual Impurity
1 Thessalonians 1 Th. 4:3-4

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, with supporting passages from 1 Corinthians 7 and Proverbs 5, to teach believers how to be kept from sexual impurity. He argues that God's will…

Not in Lust

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, focusing on the command for believers to live in sanctification and honor, specifically regarding sexual purity. He contrasts…

Principles to Enforce This Teaching
1 Thessalonians 1 Th. 4:6-8

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, focusing on the will of God for believers' sanctification, specifically in the area of sexual purity. He grounds this teaching in the…

Applications: Sexual Identity and Purity

Pastor Martin, continuing his series on the Christian's role in a wicked society, dedicates this sermon to the critical issue of sexual identity, function, and purity. He argues that our identity as…

Some Final Biblical Directives

In the final sermon of his series "The Divine Antidote for Sexual Impurity," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 8:13 and Colossians 3:5, arguing that believers must continually engage in…

Sin of Sexual Perversion
God's Word to Our Nation Genesis 18:20-19:29

Pastor Martin continues his series "God's Word to Our Nation," focusing on the "Sin of Sexual Perversion." He expounds Genesis 18-19, Leviticus 18, and Romans 1, arguing that unrestrained sensuality…

Delivers Thee from Evil Women
Proverbs Proverbs 2:16-19

In this fourteenth sermon on Proverbs, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 2:16-19, warning young men and women against the seductive dangers of immoral individuals, particularly the 'strange…

Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 5:27-28, focusing on Jesus' reinterpretation of the Seventh Commandment, "Thou Shalt Not Commit Adultery." He argues that sin lies in the consent of the will…

Exhortation to Modest Dress; Prioritizing Schedules
Philippians 2:14-15

Pastor Martin delivers an exhortation on modest dress and prioritizing schedules, particularly in anticipation of warm weather. He expounds on Philippians 2:14-15, Ephesians 4:17-24, and Romans…

Impart a Biblical View of Human Sexuality

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the crucial parental duty of imparting a biblical view of human sexuality to children. He defines 'human sexuality' broadly, encompassing maleness and femaleness…

Whosoever Shall Put Away His Wife

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 5:31-32 and Matthew 19:3-9, addressing the biblical teaching on marriage and divorce. He contrasts Moses' allowance for divorce due to hardness of heart with…

Sex Education of our Children
Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical principles of sex education for children, primarily drawing from Deuteronomy 6 and Proverbs 5-7. He argues that sex education is primarily a parental…

You Are Not Your Own (communion msg.)
1 Corinthians 6:19-20

This communion meditation, expounding 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, argues that believers are not their own but have been purchased by Christ's blood. Pastor Martin emphasizes this radical affirmation…

Practical Considerations
Directives to Singles 1 Corinthians 7:25-35

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 7:25-35, offering 'practical considerations' for singleness. He first outlines the spiritual, cultural, diaconal, and evangelistic benefits of singleness…

Questions and Answers
Directives to Singles 1 Corinthians 7

In this sermon, Pastor Martin addresses a series of questions from the congregation regarding marriage, singleness, and relationships. He tackles the role of physical attractiveness, the influence of…

Sex Education
Family Living Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical principles of sex education, arguing that it is primarily a parental responsibility, conducted both informally through attitudes and actions, and…

Marriage, Before the Fall (b)

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series "In Praise and Defense of Marriage, Motherhood, and Homemaking," focusing on Genesis 1 and 2, particularly Moses' editorial comment in Genesis 2:24-25…

Distinctive Sexual Identity, Part 2

In 'Distinctive Sexual Identity, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Genesis 1-2, arguing that God's creation account establishes fundamental, non-reversible distinctions between male and…

Objections to Sexual Identity, Part 3

In "Objections to Sexual Identity, Part 3," Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the "individual liberty and freedom argument" against biblical male headship and female subordination. He refutes this…

A Man Before His Flock Part 2
Pastor Preacher, The (conference) 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Pastor Albert N. Martin, in 'A Man Before His Flock Part 2,' expounds on the necessity of a pastor-preacher earning and maintaining the increasing respect and confidence of his flock. Drawing from 1…

Children and Intimacy
Premarital Counseling 1 Corinthians 7:1-5

Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on marriage by addressing the biblical and practical perspectives on children and sexual intimacy. He expounds on passages from Genesis, Psalms, Proverbs…

Pluck Out and Cut Off

In "Pluck Out and Cut Off," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 5:29-30, where Jesus commands radical self-denial to avoid sin and hell. Martin clarifies that this passage does not teach…

Your Words, Your Heart and the Day of Judgment
1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, emphasizing that believers are not their own but were bought with a price by Christ's blood. He argues that this truth has radical implications for…

Honoring Christ in Male/Female Roles (2)

Pastor Martin expounds Genesis 1-2 and 1 Corinthians 11, laying foundational principles for understanding male and female roles. He asserts the undiluted integrity, timeless sufficiency, and…

No Crisis Experience #2

In "No Crisis Experience #2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Trinity Baptist Church's ninth affirmation, arguing against the notion of a post-conversion crisis experience as…

Specific Directives, Part 2
Putting on Christ Romans 13:11-14

In "Specific Directives, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on Romans 13:14, "Put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for the flesh to fulfill its lusts." He provides…

The Requirements of Elders, Part 1
Church Officers 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Pastor Martin resumes his series on biblical church offices, focusing on the requirements for elders. Expounding 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9, he argues that churches must appoint only those who…

A Man Who Witnessed for God
Enoch Genesis 5:21-24

Pastor Martin expounds on the life of Enoch from Genesis 5:21-24 and Jude 14-15, focusing on Enoch as 'the man who witnessed for God.' He argues that Enoch's witness was rooted in a consistent walk…

Evangelism God's Way, Part 4

In 'Evangelism God's Way, Part 4,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the second 'taproot' of God-honoring evangelism: living a life that embodies and consistently displays the transforming power of…

Avoid Moral Defilement/Defilers

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the book of Proverbs, particularly the 'my son' motif in chapters 1-6, to instruct parents on the crucial task of admonishing their children to recognize and avoid…

Objections to Sexual Identity, Part 4

In "Objections to Sexual Identity, Part 4," Pastor Martin continues his series on male and female identity, roles, and functions, focusing on objections to male headship and female subordination…

Gaining the Respect and Confidence of Men

In "Gaining the Respect and Confidence of Men," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical requirements for overseers in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9, arguing that effective pastoral…

Consistent Obedience in the Fear of God
Philippians Phil. 1:27

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 1:27-30, focusing on Paul's exhortation for consistent obedience in the fear of God. He argues that a life worthy of the gospel is marked by unwavering…

The Christian Man in a Wicked Generation

In this sermon, delivered at the 1994 Trinity Baptist Church Men's Retreat, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the Christian man's duty in a wicked generation, focusing specifically on a biblical…

Modesty of Dress

Pastor Martin addresses the issue of modesty in dress among the women of Trinity Baptist Church, expounding 1 Timothy 2:9-10 and 1 Timothy 3:14-15. He argues that the church, as the pillar and ground…

Our Love Must Be Properly Rooted

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 24:12-13, addressing the critical question of how Christian love can be kept burning and hot in an age of abounding lawlessness. He argues that genuine love…

No Crisis Experience Commanded #5

Pastor Martin continues his series on the principle that no crisis experience is commanded or promised as an essential element of the Christian life. He expounds 1 Corinthians 6:9-20, demonstrating…

The Christian Man With His Children, Part 2

In 'The Christian Man With His Children, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers eight pastoral exhortations to Christian fathers, building on a foundational biblical theology of fatherhood. He…

The Question of Divorce, Part 2
Gospel of Mark Mark 10:10-12

In 'The Question of Divorce, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 10:1-12, Matthew 19:1-9, and 1 Corinthians 7, addressing the biblical teaching on marriage, divorce, and remarriage. He…

Stewardship of Physical Health: Part 2

In "Stewardship of Physical Health: Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on the Christian's stewardship of the body, emphasizing that concern for physical health must be rooted in…

Specific Descriptions of the Heirs, Part 1
Heaven and Hell Revelation 21:8

In "Specific Descriptions of the Heirs, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Revelation 21:8, detailing eight specific character traits that mark those destined for hell: the fearful…

Specific Descriptions of the Heirs, Part 2
Heaven and Hell Revelation 21:8

Pastor Martin continues his series on heaven and hell, focusing on 'Specific Descriptions of the Heirs' by expounding Galatians 5:19-21 and Matthew 7:21-23, with a brief review of Revelation 21:8. He…

Q and A / Discussion Session

In this Q&A session, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the role of subjective 'peace' in decision-making, arguing that it should be disregarded in matters of indifference where biblical principles…

Distinctive Sexual Identity, Part 5

Pastor Martin continues his series on 'Distinctive Sexual Identity,' focusing on the glorious design and dynamics of restorative grace in male and female roles and relationships. He expounds…

Major Sins of the Tongue: Corrupt Speech
Use of the Tongue Ephesians 4:29

Martin expounds Ephesians 4:29 and 5:4 to define and condemn corrupt speech, specifically analyzing the Greek word 'sapros' (rotten, unfit for consumption) as the apostolic standard for all Christian…

The Substance and Practical Implications

Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on the atonement by detailing its purpose, effects, and characteristics, drawing heavily from Hebrews and Romans. He explains how Christ's substitutionary…

Christian Education: What is it all About?
Ephesians 6:4

In "Christian Education: What is it all About?", Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Ephesians 6:4 and Deuteronomy 6, laying out God's blueprints for Christian education. He argues that the total…

Theology of Singleness
Directives to Singles Genesis 1:26-2:25

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds a theology of singleness by examining it through the lens of creation, the fall, and redemption, primarily referencing Genesis 1-3, 1 Corinthians 7, Matthew 19, and…

Integrity/Uprightness #2: (Context/Elements)

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the necessity and blessing of walking with integrity and uprightness, particularly in the context of parental admonition. Drawing primarily from…

The Motives of Our Warfare with Sin

Pastor Albert Martin expounds on the motives for spiritual warfare against indwelling sin, drawing primarily from John 14:21, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:18-20, and Ephesians 4:30. He argues that…

Principles for Understanding the Law (1)
Moral Law of God Matthew 5:21-30

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…

Your Family life, Part 1

In "Your Family Life, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers the seventh and final message in his 'Parting Councils' series, exhorting the Trinity Baptist Church to 'hold fast' to biblically…

Union With Christ, #6
Union with Christ Romans 6:1-14

In "Union With Christ, #6," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series by exploring the practical influences of this doctrine on the believer's life. He expounds passages like Romans 8:1, 1…