Work and Vocation

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on a biblical perspective of work and labor, drawing primarily from Genesis 1-3, Romans 12, Ephesians 4 & 6, Colossians 3, and 1 Thessalonians 4. He structures the…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 10:4-5, focusing on the contrast between the 'slack hand' and the 'diligent hand.' He argues that true diligence in work, motivated by a desire to honor God, is…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 10:5, emphasizing the necessity of timely labor. He contrasts the wise son who gathers in summer with the foolish son who sleeps during harvest, causing shame. Drawing…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 12:11, contrasting the diligent farmer who tills his land for future provision with the one who pursues 'vain' things and is void of understanding. He emphasizes that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 20:13, addressing the biblical doctrine of sleep. He clarifies that the command "love not sleep" does not forbid necessary rest, but rather an inordinate…

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…

In "Avoid Laziness - Cultivate Diligence #2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on parental admonition from the book of Proverbs, focusing on the biblical imperative to avoid laziness…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the Fourth Commandment, addressing challenging questions regarding its observance. He provides counsel for Christians whose jobs require Sunday work, arguing…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, urging believers to cultivate 'sanctified quietness, self-interest, and industriousness.' He argues that these virtues are essential for…

In 'The Day Observed #3,' Pastor Robert Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on its proper observance. He expounds on the principle that the Lord's Day is God's day, not…

In "His Backbone, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on the spiritual anatomy of a man of God, focusing on the indispensable characteristics of his hands. Drawing from various Old…

In 'The Woman of Proverbs 31 (#2),' Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition of Proverbs 31:10-31, detailing seven dominant virtues of the praiseworthy wife, mother, and homemaker. He…

In "The Day Observed #4," Pastor Robert Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on its proper observance. He expounds the Fourth Commandment (Exodus 20:8-10) as a moral duty…

In this sermon on Proverbs 12:27, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the concept of diligence versus slothfulness. He focuses on the difficulty of precisely translating the Hebrew word 'roasteth' but…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 24:30-34, a classic passage on the sluggard, paralleling the sluggard with a "man void of understanding." He describes the devastating, yet subtle…

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 continues his series on "How Not to Foul Up the Training of Your Children," focusing on the sixth major area of admonition: avoiding laziness and cultivating diligence…

Pastor Martin concludes his series on 'How Not to Foul Up the Training of Your Children,' focusing on the sixth major area of admonition: avoiding laziness and cultivating diligence. He expounds…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 16:13, "Righteous lips are the delight of kings, and they love him that speaketh right." He clarifies that while this is a general principle, it is not universally…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 20:4, which describes the sluggard who refuses to plow due to winter and consequently begs in harvest. He applies this proverb primarily to parenting, urging parents…

In this introductory lecture to his pastoral theology course, Pastor Albert N. Martin outlines the course's structure, presuppositions, and scope. He defines pastoral theology as the discipline…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 6:6-11, urging listeners to learn diligence from the ant and avoid the destructive path of the sluggard. He emphasizes that true wisdom requires humility to learn from…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 26:13-16, dissecting the character of the sluggard. He illustrates the sluggard's non-productivity through the metaphor of a door turning on its hinges, emphasizing…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 21:5, contrasting the 'thoughts of the diligent' which lead to 'plenteousness' with the 'hasty' who 'hasteth only to want.' He argues that true diligence involves…

Pastor Albert N. Martin begins an exposition of 1 Peter 2:18-25, focusing on the directive for Christian servants (slaves) to submit to their masters. He establishes the historical context of slavery…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 19:19-21, detailing the substance of Elisha's call to prophetic ministry. He analyzes Elijah's symbolic action of casting his mantle and Elisha's unreserved…

In the first of two messages on "The Woman of Proverbs 31," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Proverbs 31:10-31, focusing on the foundational virtue and fundamental orientation of the worthy wife…

Pastor Martin expounds on the proper and balanced observance of the new covenant Sabbath, focusing on the necessary distinction between forbidden works and works of necessity. He addresses common…

Pastor Martin continues his sermon on the physical and emotional health of pastors, grounding his argument in the biblical understanding of redeemed humanity. He expounds on the axiom that pastors…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 23:15-16, emphasizing that a father's greatest joy comes from his children possessing true wisdom, which is evidenced by their speech. He argues against the worldly…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 2:18-25, focusing on the first incentive for Christian servants to submit to their masters: such a lifestyle is acceptable to God. He argues that this…

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 begins a series on specific applications of biblical male and female roles, focusing on the question, "Is a Woman's Place in the Home?" He expounds Titus 2:1-8, arguing that…

In this Sunday School class, Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his exposition on the Christian Sabbath, building upon three foundational pillars: its origin as a creation ordinance (Genesis 2), its…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 and 1 Corinthians 5, addressing the corporate responses of brotherly love to sin within the church. He distinguishes between spiritual…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the spiritual dangers of materialism, particularly for those who have benefited from godly nurture. He draws extensively from Proverbs, Deuteronomy 8, Hosea 13…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 7:12, commonly known as the Golden Rule, demonstrating its comprehensive scope and universal application to all human relationships. He argues that this…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 6:1-9, focusing on the responsibilities of parents and children within the family structure. He grounds these duties in the sovereignty of God as Creator, Lawgiver…

Pastor Martin continues his exposition of 1 Peter 2:18-25, focusing on the revealed will of Christ for Christian servants, specifically household slaves in the Roman Empire. He details the command…

In this adult Sunday school class, Pastor Albert N. Martin addresses the often-overlooked topic of 'The Christian and Common Courtesy.' He argues that courtesy is not a peripheral concern but a…

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…

In 'God Finishes Restoration of Elijah,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 19:15-18, detailing God's final steps in restoring the dejected prophet Elijah. Martin identifies two main aspects of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 19:19-21, detailing Elijah's call of Elisha, to reveal profound lessons about God's character and the nature of ministerial calling. He highlights God's…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 2 Kings 2:1-15, focusing on the final conversation between Elijah and Elisha before Elijah's ascension. Martin highlights Elisha's request for a…

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…

In 'Marriage, Before the Fall (a),' Pastor Albert N. Martin begins a series on marriage, motherhood, and homemaking by establishing a biblical framework of creation, fall, and redemption. He expounds…

In the fourth sermon of a series on 'The Christian Sabbath,' Pastor Martin expounds Exodus 20:8-11 and Deuteronomy 5:12-15, arguing for the Sabbath's perpetual moral obligation. He refutes the view…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:12-13, arguing against passivity in the Christian life. He asserts that God, in conversion, renews existing human faculties (body, mind, emotions, will)…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 31:10-31, highlighting the virtuous woman's defining characteristic: diligent industry, primarily with her hands, rather than her mouth. He emphasizes that her fear of…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Philippians 2:12-16, focusing on the believer's responsibility to "work out" their salvation with "fear and trembling." He argues that this involves aiming high…

Pastor Martin expounds Philippians 2:12-16, urging believers to "work out your own salvation" as "lights in the world." He grounds this in the doctrines of creation (man as image-bearer) and…

In this introductory sermon to 1 Peter, Pastor Martin lays the theological groundwork for understanding the epistle by first examining 'Peter the Man.' He argues that to grasp Peter the apostle's…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:1-16, focusing on the character of Obadiah as a picture of abounding grace amidst abounding sin. He contrasts Obadiah's godliness with King Ahab's wickedness…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Kings 19:19-21, detailing the circumstances of Elisha's call to prophetic ministry. He begins with a confession for inappropriate language in a previous sermon, emphasizing…

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…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 2:13-17, focusing on the call of Levi (Matthew) to discipleship. He highlights the unmistakable individuality, gracious sovereignty, and unqualified response…

Pastor Robert Martin, in the third sermon of his 'The Christian Sabbath' series, expounds Genesis 4:3 and Exodus 16 to argue for the pre-Mosaic existence and observance of the Sabbath. He challenges…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin continues his exposition of the Fourth Commandment, focusing on the 'Proper Balance' of observing the Christian Sabbath, or Lord's Day. Drawing primarily from Exodus 20…

In this 28th study in Proverbs, Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 3:9-10, "Honor the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase." He argues that honoring God with one's…

Pastor Martin expounds Proverbs 22:13, which describes the 'sluggard' as a 'fantasizer' who invents specious excuses for inaction, such as a lion in the street. He contrasts this with real…