Atlanta Presbyterian Fellowship

Theme: God warns against government theft and oppression.The law of God applies universally—every place and time,every endeavor of man, every individual, all institutions.I. Oppressive Government A. Setting B. Militaristic C. Controlling (v. 12) D. Luxurious (v. 13) E. Confiscatory—lands, labor, taxation F. Why, therefore, would the people demand a king? II. Examples of Theft by Government A. Burdensome taxation B. Confiscation C. Control D. Engaging in wasteful activities E. Bribery and similar corrupt acts III. Ways the Government Can Keep the 8th Commandment A. Protect private property B. Enact appropriate laws 1. Laws that recognize the rights of the victims 2. A system of punishment that's not a drain on society 3. Fair tax laws that do not encourage cheating 4. Laws that outlaw illegal practices 5. Laws guaranteeing sound monetary policy Application A. Be careful what you wish for B. Testify to the kingship of Christ over the nations

The law forbids anything which does or may unjustly hinder our own or our neighbor's wealth, or outward estate, and the unlawful use of material possessions.I. With regard to ourselves A. Hindrances 1. Prodigality [wastefulness]; lavish spending—Lk. 16:13 2. Imprudence [lack of wisdom] 3. Idleness and slothful neglect [Proverbs 24:30-34] B. Unlawful usesII. With regard to others A. Those in need 1. Stopping our against their cry—Prov. 21:13 2. Withholding relief—Deut. 15:7 B. All men with regard to injustice and unrighteousness 1. Defrauding a. In buying b. In selling c. in service d. One's estate—removing ancient landmarks 2. Stealing a. Money and other such things b. Honor and intangible possessions 3. Receiving stolen goods 4. Unfaithfulness 5. CrueltyApplication A. Confess how you have broken this commandment B. Rejoice in Christ's fulfillment of this commandment

The law forbids anything which does or may unjustly hinder our own or our neighbor's wealth, or outward estate, and the unlawful use of material possessions.I. With regard to ourselves A. Hindrances 1. Prodigality [wastefulness]; lavish spending 2. Imprudence [lack of wisdom] 3. Idleness and slothful neglect [Proverbs 24:30-34] B. Unlawful uses 1. Covetousness 2. Unlawful contracts and business 3. Bribery in the sale of public justice or public action 4. Not enjoying God's good giftsApplication A. Will you renounce and reject your materialistic bent? B. Will you stop being lazy? C. Will you do these things by means of faith and repentance?

Theme: Jesus affirms His calling of suffering and death. I. Sword-Wielding Simon Peter II. The Savior's Willing Surrender III. A Double MeaningFeatured toward of the recording is a rendition of Psalm 75, using the words from The Book of Psalms with Music (1920) and sung to the tune "Southern Delight."

The law requires the lawful acquiring and furthering the wealth and outward estate of ourselves and others.

The law requires the lawful acquiring and furthering the wealth and outward estate of ourselves and others.

This is the concluding message on Transgenderism. Much of the first half of this sermon largely parallels what was found in Part 1.

1. The Indictment of Idolatry2. Incoming Judgment3. Indication of Hope

The Rev. Ken Montgomery, pastor of Christ OPC, Marietta, Ga., employs a redemptive-historical approach in dealing with Mark's account of Jesus walking on the water. The three main points are as follows; 1. The Approach He Makes; 2. The Peace He Brings; 3. The Faith He Summons.

This sermon addresses the two basic issues of transgenderism: that man was created male and female, and body and soul.

This sermon presents two of the duties of elders, viz., disciplining and shepherding.

The sermon describes two of the duties of elders, viz., ruling and teaching.

What are the qualifications for an elder?

The second of a two-part series on what the seventh commandment forbids, this message hits attacks sodomy and other unnatural sexual expressions.

The law forbids sexually impure thoughts, words, and actions. Among the topics covered are bigamy and polygamy; unjust divorce; adultery; and a Christian marrying an unbeliever or someone from a false religion or a member of a cult or a false church (such as Mormonism and Roman Catholicism).

This message maintains that because the law of God is universal, each of the commandments must apply to all of the institutions and spheres of society, including Family, Church, and State. Further, the principle that the civil magistrate should punish overt violations of the seventh commandment, such as adultery, homosexuality, incest, bestiality, and pornography, is pre-Mosaic, though the various case laws confirm and strengthen the principle.

A very poignant presentation on the permanence of marriage, the impermanence of marriage, and how marriage points beyond itself. It's real tear-jerker--have your handkerchief ready.

The Apostle Paul teaches us the importance of marriage, including concepts of Benevolence, Benefits, and Bond.

This sermon applies the sixth commandment to governmental actions and other corporate entities.

The recording was paused momentarily due to a disturbance caused by a gun-wielding gang. We encourage you to listen to the message in its entirety -- especially since one of the sermon applications, which was already in the pastor's sermon notes, was that we should pray that we would be kept from ourselves having to participate in even necessary killings (such as self-defense).