Worship

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Matthew 2, focusing on the worship of the Magi and contrasting it with the reactions of Herod and the chief priests and scribes. He argues that the Magi's journey and…

In "Hindrances to Worship in the Converted, #2," Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes a series on worship by addressing spiritual hindrances in true believers, specifically weariness of God and…

Pastor Martin expounds Hebrews 13:15-16, defining the 'sacrifice of praise' as the 'fruit of lips which make confession to his name,' rooted in a joyful, believing response to God's revelation in…

Pastor Albert Martin expounds John 4:21-24 and Philippians 3:3, defining true worship as a conscious, wholehearted, God-directed activity of ascribing honor and praise to the living God. He argues…

This evening sermon is the second in a series on true worship, continuing from a morning session grounded in John 4:21-24 and Philippians 3:3. Martin surveys dozens of biblical instances where…

Pastor Martin expounds on the fourth prerequisite for acceptable worship: purity before God, drawing primarily from Psalm 15 and Hebrews 10. He argues that a worshiper's moral condition directly…

Pastor Martin concludes a four-part series on spiritual worship, focusing on the 'personal activity of worship.' Drawing primarily from Psalms and Revelation, he argues that true worship involves the…

Pastor Martin expounds Matthew 2:1-12, focusing on the worship of the Magi as a model for recognizing Jesus as King of the Jews, recipient of Gentiles, and worthy of highest homage. He contrasts this…

Pastor Martin expounds 1 Corinthians 14:12-19, focusing on the assumed practice of the congregational 'Amen' in public worship. He traces the word's meaning and significance from the Old Testament…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the biblical meaning and proper use of the 'Amen' in public worship, drawing primarily from 1 Corinthians 14:16 and other Old and New Testament passages. He…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the meaning and significance of the word 'Amen,' drawing from its Hebrew roots and its usage throughout the Old and New Testaments. He argues that 'Amen' is not a…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the 'Amen' in public worship, focusing on its biblical patterns and regulating principles. He demonstrates that the corporate 'Amen' is a divinely instituted…

In this sermon, Pastor Martin provides a working bibliography on the subject of public worship, recommending various books and authors that have shaped his understanding. He emphasizes the regulative…

Pastor Albert N. Martin preaches on the foundational assumption of all true prayer: a two-fold recognition of God's being as revealed in Scripture and our relationship to Him as Father through…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:16-17a, focusing on the essential characteristics of acceptable prayer. He argues that proper prayer must be directed to the Triune God, specifically 'the…

Pastor Martin brings in a fifth group of witnesses to Christ's deity: the fact that divine worship is directed to Him and received by Him without rebuke. Beginning with the strict monotheism of the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on introductory perspectives on public worship, focusing on the regulative principle. He expounds on the necessity of a well-grounded conviction…

In "Introductory Perspectives on Public Worship, Part 2," Pastor Martin continues his foundational series on corporate worship, emphasizing the necessity of a well-grounded conviction concerning its…

In "Directives for Ordering Public Worship #2," Pastor Martin expounds on 1 Corinthians 14:40, arguing that corporate worship must be conducted "decently and in order." He outlines two further…

Pastor Martin expounds John 4:21-24, where Jesus instructs the Samaritan woman on true worship. He contrasts Samaritan worship (ignorant) and Jewish worship (heartless) with the Father's desire for…

Pastor Martin continues his series on God-honoring worship, focusing on "That Which We Receive from God." Building on 1 Timothy 3:14-15 and 1 Peter 2:5, he argues that public worship is not only…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Revelation 4:9-11, arguing that God-honoring worship requires the entirety of a believer's redeemed humanity: the whole soul (mind, affections, will) and the…

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…

In the fifth and concluding message of the Walking in the Old Paths conference series, Albert Martin calls the church to recover the old path of God-honoring, Christ-exalting, Bible-shaped…

In "Responsibilities to God, Part 2," Pastor Albert N. Martin continues his series on church membership, focusing on the duty of appropriate preparation for corporate worship. Expounding primarily on…

Pastor Martin continues his series on church membership responsibilities, focusing on the duty to God. He expounds on the necessity of whole-souled engagement in corporate worship, drawing from…

Pastor Martin expounds on the biblical duty and function of thanksgiving, distinguishing it from worship while highlighting their overlap. He defines thanksgiving as 'the conscious acknowledgement of…

In this sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:25-40, detailing Elijah's confrontation with the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. He meticulously describes the futile, frenzied efforts…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Kings 18:30-39, detailing Elijah's vindication of the true God against Baal on Mount Carmel. He systematically unpacks Elijah's actions: repairing the altar…

Pastor Martin concludes his exposition of Ephesians 2, focusing on verse 22, which declares the church to be 'a habitation of God in the Spirit.' He explains that this spiritual temple, built on the…

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 Martin expounds Hebrews 3:6-4:11, arguing for the continued obligation of Sabbath observance for Christians, but on the first day of the week. He demonstrates that Christ's finished redemptive…

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…

Pastor Martin continues his series on the Christian Sabbath, focusing on the positive duties of the Lord's Day. Drawing from the Second London Baptist Confession and various Scriptures, he outlines…

Pastor Albert N. Martin delivers the fourth message in his 'A Manifesto of Trinity Baptist Church' series, focusing on the commitment to maintain a God-centered climate in all aspects of church life…

Pastor Martin expounds on the critical need for a recovery of biblical worship, focusing on public, gathered worship. He demonstrates God's jealous concern for the nature and purity of worship…

Pastor Martin continues his series on cultivating the gift of public prayer, focusing on the linguistic form, length, and spiritual energy required. He provides warnings against mixing English…

Pastor Martin begins a series on ordering public worship, emphasizing that effective pastoral oversight requires a well-grounded conviction in corporate worship as a divine institution, the…

Pastor Albert N. Martin concludes his series on 2 Chronicles 20, focusing on verses 25-30, which describe the aftermath of God's miraculous deliverance of Judah. He expounds on the 'sequel to the…

Pastor Martin continues his series on biblical prayer, focusing on the 'full hand' of thanksgiving. He establishes the duty and definition of thanksgiving, outlining its functions in glorifying God…

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…

In 'Sealing of The Holy Spirit, Part 1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:13-14, emphasizing the Trinitarian nature of salvation and the distinctive work of the Holy Spirit in sealing…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Exodus 20:8-11, the Fourth Commandment, emphasizing the Sabbath as a holy and blessed day. He argues that the Sabbath is set apart by God for His worship and for…

In his sermon "Your Lord's Day Sabbath," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the enduring relevance and practice of the Lord's Day Sabbath, drawing from Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Revelation 5, presenting Christ's kingship as the Lamb who was slain, the only one worthy to open the seven-sealed scroll of God's complete purposes for the church…

In the sixth and final sermon of a series on 'The Lord's Supper as a Means of Grace,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on 1 Corinthians 10-11 and Psalm 2, urging believers to approach the Lord's…

Pastor Martin begins a series on directives for ordering public worship, grounding his instruction in 1 Timothy 3:14-15. He asserts that elders must have a well-grounded conviction about corporate…

Pastor Martin provides specific guidelines for planning and conducting Christian weddings, emphasizing that while an elder is not explicitly required to officiate, it is an opportunity for doing…

In this pre-membership class sermon, Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on three pillars of Puritanism: Christian liberty, God-honoring worship, and experimental religion, drawing heavily from the 1689…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Peter 2:4-10, focusing on the corporate identity and privileges of God's people. He contrasts two kinds of religion: self-effort versus grace, establishing that…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds 1 Thessalonians 5:17, "Pray without ceasing," in the first part of a series. He begins by defining true biblical prayer according to the Westminster Shorter…

In "Biblical Compass & Sextant for the New Year," Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds on the proper biblical attitude for facing a new year, drawing primarily from passages in Isaiah, Job, 1 Samuel, and…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:3-4, focusing on the doctrine of election as a cause for doxology rather than debate. He defines election as God the Father's 'graciously sovereign…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Ephesians 1:10, focusing on God's purpose to "sum up all things in Christ" through His administration during the gospel age. He clarifies that this administration…

Pastor Martin expounds Mark 11:12-19, detailing Jesus' cursing of the fig tree and cleansing of the temple during Passion Week. He explains the circumstances leading to these events, the vigorous…

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…

Pastor Martin expounds Ephesians 3:21 as the primary text defining the church's purpose, supported by 1 Peter 4:10-11, Philippians 1:9-11, and Romans 15:5-7. He argues that the supreme and…

In 'Remember the Sabbath #1,' Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Exodus 20:8-11, arguing for the perpetual obligation of Sabbath-keeping as a moral, not ceremonial, law. He addresses common objections…

Pastor Albert N. Martin expounds Mark 2:23-28, arguing for the perpetual obligation of the Sabbath for Christians. He refutes common arguments against Sabbath observance by demonstrating its origin…

In 'The Day Observed #5,' Pastor Robert Martin expounds Isaiah 58:13-14, continuing his series on the Christian Sabbath. He focuses on the negative aspect of Sabbath observance, arguing that…