The Cross

In "Mixed Group at Golgotha (Luke 23:49a)," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 23:49a and Mark 15:40-41, focusing on the 'devout lingerers' at the cross: unnamed male acquaintances and named women…

Pastor Martin expounds on Matthew 26:36-46, focusing on "The Cup He Drank" in Gethsemane and on Golgotha. He defines this cup as the unmixed fury of God's wrath against sin, which Christ willingly…

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…

In this Easter message, Pastor Martin expounds upon seven essential pillars of the Christian faith, symbolized by a garden, a womb, a cross, a tomb, a cloud, a throne, and many clouds with fire. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 15:21-34, focusing on Jesus' cry, "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?" He first establishes the historical context of the crucifixion, then delves into…

In "Arm Yourselves w/the Mind of Christ #2," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 4:1-6, urging believers to adopt the mindset of Christ in suffering. He emphasizes the centrality of the cross in…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the centrality of the atonement in biblical revelation, arguing that the death of Christ is the gravitational center of both the Old and New Testaments. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 15:33-34, focusing on the darkness and Christ's cry of abandonment on the cross. He argues that this event supremely reveals God's character, specifically His…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 23:48 and Acts 2:36-41, examining the 'mixed multitude' at the crucifixion who returned home 'smiting their breasts.' He argues that while such grief and…

In 'Jesus' Announcement and Peter's Rebuke,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 8:27-33, focusing on Jesus' first clear prophecy of his suffering, rejection, death, and resurrection, and Peter's…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 8:34-9:1, presenting four compelling incentives to discipleship after outlining its non-negotiable terms: self-denial, cross-bearing, and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 5:22-32, revealing how Jesus Christ obtains His bride, the Church. He outlines three essential aspects: Christ woos and wins His bride through faith in His…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds John 12:20-36, focusing on Christ's declaration, "If I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto myself." He argues that Christ's crucifixion delivers a…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 1:18, "For the word of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us who are saved it is the power of God." He defines the 'word of the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 6:19b-20, "You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. Glorify God, therefore, in your body." He argues that the cross of Christ, as the…

In this communion meditation, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 8:8-13 and Romans 14:13-15, demonstrating how the cross of Christ casts a dominant shadow over every doctrine and duty in…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 8:11-12 and Romans 14:13-15, arguing that the truth of Christ's atoning death for believers must radically influence how they treat one another. He demonstrates…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 2:11-13, contrasting the Gentiles' former state of being 'far off' from God and Israel with their present state of being 'made nigh' through Christ's blood…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 2:11-22, focusing on Christ as 'our peace' who reconciles alienated Jew and Gentile to God and to one another. He meticulously outlines the procurement, proclamation…

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 14:53-65, detailing Jesus' initial nighttime trial before the Sanhedrin. He meticulously outlines the setting, the four stages of accusation, interrogation, condemnation…

In 'The Call to Discipleship,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 8:31-9:1, delineating the non-negotiable terms of discipleship, life, and salvation. He argues that true discipleship involves a…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Galatians 1:3-4 and Titus 2:11-14, arguing that increasing non-conformity to and separation from the world is central to the purpose for which Jesus Christ died. He…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on pursuing a Christ-permeated ministry by first presenting "confirming voices" from past Reformed preachers—J.W. Alexander, Thomas…

In 'Entering By the Narrow Gate, Part 7,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 7:13-14, arguing that entering the narrow gate of biblical conversion necessitates a radical repudiation of the…

In "Jesus or Barabbas? Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 15:6-15 and Luke 23:1-12, continuing his exposition of Christ's trial before Pilate. He highlights three profound lessons: the…

In "Jesus Mocked by the Soldiers," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 15:15-20, detailing the sadistic brutality and shameful mockery Jesus endured in the praetorium at the hands of Roman…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the centrality of the cross, addressing three crucial questions: 'Who died there?', 'Why did he die there?', and 'What does God say to you and to me from that…

Pastor Martin examines four pivotal Gospel passages in which Jesus Himself asserts His kingship: His refusal to be made a political king after the feeding of the 5,000 in John 6, the triumphal entry…

Pastor Martin introduces the doctrine of Limited Atonement, building upon previous discussions of Total Depravity and Unconditional Election. He frames the sermon around the pivotal question, "For…

In "The Enunciation of God's Changeless Standard #1," Pastor Martin expounds on the church's commitment to proclaiming God's perfect law, drawing from passages like Romans 7 and Galatians 3. He…

Pastor Martin introduces the doctrine of Limited Atonement, building upon previous discussions of Total Depravity and Unconditional Election. He frames the sermon around the pivotal question, "For…

In 'Conclusions Drawn,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 10:34-39, continuing his sermon on 'Strange Words from the Prince of Peace.' He argues that Christ's mission inevitably brings a…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Isaiah 53:6, presenting the bad news of humanity's desperate condition in sin and the good news of God's gracious provision through Christ's substitutionary…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, addressing the problem of divisions in the Corinthian church and using the Apostle Paul's discussion of baptism to clarify its…

Pastor Martin expounds Mark 15:22-23, focusing on Christ's refusal of drugged wine on the cross. He argues that Jesus refused this analgesic to demonstrate the voluntary nature of his suffering and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 2:11-16, focusing on the vertical reconciliation between God and humanity, which undergirds the horizontal reconciliation between Jew and Gentile. He argues…

In "Jesus Blesses Little Children, Part 1," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 10:13-16, focusing on the incident where adults bring children to Jesus, the disciples' rebuke, and Jesus' indignant…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin expounds John 19:25-27, focusing on Jesus' sensitive care for His mother Mary while on the cross. He argues that Jesus, as the perfect Son, perfectly obeyed the Fifth…

Pastor Martin expounds John 6:53-58, focusing on Jesus' declaration, "I am the bread of life," and the command to "eat my flesh and drink my blood." He argues that this seemingly difficult teaching…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds John 12:20-26, revealing the 'life-out-of-death' principle as essential to all true Christianity, both in Christ's redemptive work and in the salvation of…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, delineating the essential marks of a faithful minister and ministry. He argues that a minister's role is not that of an orator or philosopher, but a…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 3:17-4:1, focusing on verses 18-19, to warn the Philippian church and contemporary believers against 'enemies of the cross.' These individuals profess…

Pastor Martin continues his series on repentance, focusing on its second root: 'an apprehension of the mercy of God in Christ.' He argues that true repentance, unlike mere remorse (as seen in Felix…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the uniqueness of Christ's sacrifice, primarily drawing from the book of Hebrews. He defines saving faith as self-commitment to Christ in His person and work…

In "Beware of False Prophets, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Matthew 7:15-20, warning against the dangers of false teaching. He defines false prophets as those who utter…

Pastor Martin introduces the doctrine of Limited Atonement, building upon previous discussions of Total Depravity and Unconditional Election. He frames the sermon around the pivotal question, "For…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, defining the "word of the cross" as the proclamation of salvation through Christ's atoning sacrifice. He contrasts its reception, explaining why it is…

In "Entering By the Narrow Gate, Part 6," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on Matthew 7:13-14, arguing that entering the narrow gate of biblical conversion necessitates a radical repudiation of the…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin introduces the doctrine of the Atonement by providing a comprehensive bibliography of recommended books for deeper study. He emphasizes the importance of these…

In 'Substance of a Call to Unity,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:1-4, urging the Philippian church, and by extension Trinity Baptist, to profound spiritual unity. He argues that true…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the nature of Christ's sacrifice, drawing primarily from John 10, Hebrews 5 & 9, and Isaiah 53. He defines the sacrifice as voluntary, objective, vicarious, and…

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…

Pastor Martin expounds on the 'substance' of the atonement, arguing that its essence is 'substitutionary curse-bearing.' Drawing from passages like 1 John 4:9-10, Romans 5:7-8, Galatians 3:13, and 1…

In this communion meditation on 1 Peter 2:24, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds the nature of Christ's death, highlighting four crucial aspects: it was exclusively personal, strictly sacrificial…

Pastor Martin expounds on the 'life-out-of-death' principle, arguing it is essential to real Christianity, both in Christ's procurement of salvation and in the believer's appropriation of it. He…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the widespread discussion surrounding Mel Gibson's film, "The Passion of the Christ," by highlighting five crucial omissions from the movie that are…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Luke 24:45-47, arguing for the paramount importance of repentance as an indispensable component of the gospel message. He demonstrates that repentance is the only…

In 'What He Will Do with the Wicked, Part 2,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on 2 Thessalonians 1:3-10, Matthew 7:23, Matthew 25:41, and Luke 13:27, focusing on the terrifying reality of Christ's…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:28, "The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you," as a New Year's blessing. He situates this benediction within the challenging context of the…