Sovereignty of God

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 2:4-10, focusing on Christ as the Chief Cornerstone and the two responses to God's sovereign activity in establishing Him. He demonstrates that Christ's role…

Pastor Martin expounds Joshua 7, using the New Testament principle from 1 Corinthians 5:7, "A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump," to illustrate the devastating impact of individual sin on the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the foundational truth of God's absolute sovereignty, drawing primarily from Psalms 93, 96, 97, 99, Daniel 4, Isaiah 46, Matthew 10, Acts 4, and Revelation 4-5. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on "Certainties Concerning God," the second half of a sermon series on thinking Christianly at the start of a new year. He expounds on three certainties about God…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 27:1, 'Boast not yourself of tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth,' on the last day of 1995. He first establishes the undeniable reality…

In "Facing the Year with the Mind of a Christian," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds James 4:13-17, rebuking worldly speech that presumes upon the future without acknowledging God's sovereignty. He…

In this New Year's meditation, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the foundational truths believers need as 'ballast' for the coming year. Drawing primarily from Psalms 93-99, Revelation 4-5, Daniel…

Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the Space Shuttle Challenger tragedy, using it as a pastoral occasion to underscore vital biblical truths, much like Christ used current events in Luke 13. He…

In this radio broadcast, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the September 11th tragedy, offering five biblical perspectives to help listeners process the events. He argues that the destruction of the…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the tragedy of the Twin Towers, asserting two primary biblical perspectives. First, he argues that the event is a manifestation of the absolute…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 27:1, "Boast not yourself of tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth," on the last day of 1995. He first establishes the undeniable fact of…

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…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 11:20-30, focusing on Christ's invitation, 'Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.' He first…

In "Three Words of Consolation," Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses his congregation during a period of significant leadership transition, including a pastoral resignation and his own announced…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 17:8-16, detailing Elijah's journey to Zarephath and his encounter with the widow. He draws out profound lessons about God's absolute sovereignty in…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:16-20, detailing the dramatic confrontation between Elijah and King Ahab. He analyzes Ahab's false accusation, revealing the hardening power of sin and the…

In 'Elijah's Homegoing,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 2:1-12, examining the fact, time, and manner of Elijah's translation into heaven. He draws four key lessons: God's sovereignty in…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 4:32-37, detailing Elisha's raising of the Shunammite woman's son. He argues that this miracle powerfully vindicates Jehovah's exclusive claims as the living…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 5, the story of Naaman, to demonstrate the unrivaled sovereignty of God. He argues that God's sovereignty extends to pagan military operations, disappointing…

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…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 6:32-7:20, detailing God's miraculous resolution of the Syrian siege and famine in Samaria. He argues that this historical account primarily affirms the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 8:7-15, detailing Hazael's murder of Ben-Hadad and his subsequent reign as God's scourge against Israel. Martin uses this narrative to demonstrate God's…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 1:11, focusing on the profound statement that God "worketh all things after the counsel of his will." He systematically unpacks the concepts of God's eternal purpose…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 1:11-12, focusing on the phrase 'God worketh all things after the counsel of his will.' He argues that this doctrine provides fuel for intelligent, God-honoring…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 25:31-46, focusing on God's sovereignty over eternity as revealed in Christ's role as the sovereign judge. He details the identity of the sovereign (Jesus…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 14:1-2 and Matthew 26:1-5, focusing on the precise timing of Christ's passion and the contrasting intentions of God versus man. He highlights the religious…

Pastor Martin expounds Mark 14:17-21, focusing on Jesus' disclosure of Judas's betrayal. He uses this passage to validate the compatibility of God's absolute sovereignty and human responsibility…

Returning after a six-week absence, Pastor Martin advances the second affirmation about God: that He is the God of unrivaled sovereignty. He demonstrates from the Old and New Testaments that the…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds James 4:13-17, condemning an attitude of arrogant disregard for God, willful disregard for the facts of life, and profane disregard for anything but…

Pastor Martin expounds Genesis 25:19-26, Malachi 1:2-3, and Romans 9:10-16 to demonstrate the sovereignty of God's grace in salvation, particularly concerning its subjects. He uses the historical…

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…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Jonah 2:10-3:4, focusing on Jonah's renewed commission and his subsequent obedience. He highlights the sovereignty, grace, and explicitness of God's call, even after…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the devastating hurricanes Katrina and Rita, asking whether they are 'children of Mother Nature or of Father God.' He expounds on the absolute…

In the second installment of his sermon series on Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Isaiah 26:8-10, Romans 2:4, Luke 13:1-5, Acts 10:34-38, and Isaiah 2:12-22 to…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the "Myth of Free Will," arguing that the human will, while possessing the faculty of choice, is not neutral or independent in its decisions, especially concerning…

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…

Pastor Martin expounds Psalm 46:8-11, calling believers to 'Behold the Works of God' in troublous times. He focuses on God's desolations against His enemies, His cessation of wars, and His…

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 addresses the tragedy of the Twin Towers, placing the horrific events under the searchlight of God's Word. He expounds on five biblical perspectives: the…

In this introductory sermon to a series on the sovereignty of God, Pastor Albert N. Martin lays the groundwork for approaching this profound doctrine. He emphasizes that believers must rely on…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the sovereignty of God, focusing on its specific applications in creation and providence. He expounds passages from Revelation 4, Psalm 135, Daniel 4, Nahum 1…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the doctrine of God's sovereignty in grace, asserting that salvation, from its purpose to its application, is entirely of the Lord. He traces the historical…

Pastor Martin expounds on the doctrine of God's foreknowledge, primarily drawing from Romans 8:28-30 and 1 Peter 1:1-2, to demonstrate that it signifies God's distinguishing, special love and favor…

Pastor Martin delivers the sixth message in a series on the sovereignty of God, focusing on God's sovereignty in grace. He expounds on the biblical meanings of 'predestinate' and 'called/calling,'…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 11:25-27, John 3:1-11, John 1:12-13, and James 1:17-18 to teach the sovereignty of God in grace, particularly in the new birth. He argues that God's sovereign…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds John 6:37-40 and 6:60-65, focusing on the sovereignty of God in salvation. He argues that the Father's giving of individuals to Christ is the foundational cause of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces his study of Romans 9:1-24, emphasizing its pivotal role in understanding the sovereignty of God in grace. He outlines the chapter's theme as tracing the acceptance…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Romans 9:1-24, the first of several messages on this pivotal passage concerning God's sovereignty in grace. He begins by reviewing the doctrine of God's sovereignty…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Romans 9:1-24, focusing on the sovereignty of God in salvation, particularly the doctrines of election, mercy, and hardening. He addresses common…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 1:18-31, continuing his series on the sovereignty of God, specifically in the realm of grace. He traces the 'ordo salutis' in reverse, showing how salvation…

In this sermon on Ephesians 1:3-14, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the blessings of sovereign grace, presenting this passage as a hymn of praise to God. He systematically unpacks the source…

Pastor Martin addresses common objections to the doctrine of God's sovereignty in grace, specifically 'Why preach the gospel?' and 'Why pray?' He argues that God commands both preaching and prayer…

Pastor Martin addresses the common objection to divine sovereignty concerning the 'whosoever will' passages. He argues that there is no contradiction between God's eternal purpose to save a chosen…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the common objection that God's sovereignty makes man a 'puppet.' He argues that this objection arises from a misunderstanding of biblical freedom…

Pastor Martin concludes a series on the sovereignty of God, summarizing its meaning in creation, providence, and grace, and addressing common objections like 'Why preach?' and 'What about free…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 25:31-46, focusing on God's sovereignty over eternity as manifested in the final judgment. He identifies Jesus Christ as the Sovereign Judge and details the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 25:31-46, focusing on the sovereignty of God over eternity as manifested in the final judgment. He identifies Jesus Christ as the sovereign judge, detailing…

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…

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…

Pastor Martin expounds Romans 6:14-23, addressing the profound transformation from slavery to sin to servitude to God. He argues that this change is solely the work of God, accomplished through the…