Sermons of Grace

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that we need to get from under the Law in order to produce fruit because of man's depravity and the Law's impotency. Romans 7:5 highlights 4 crucial facts: 1-our former state, 2-the motions of sin, 3-the failure of the Law, and 4-fruit unto death. In this sermon, we'll study the first two statements. 1-Our former state was when the believer was in the flesh under the Law, his natural state dominated by the sinful nature. And 2-the motions of sin are the forces at work when the believer was in that former state of the flesh.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that we need to get from under the Law in order to produce fruit because of man's depravity and the Law's impotency. Romans 7:5 highlights 4 crucial facts: 1-our former state, 2-the motions of sin, 3-the failure of the Law, and 4-fruit unto death. In this sermon, we'll study the first two statements. 1-Our former state was when the believer was in the flesh under the Law, his natural state dominated by the sinful nature. And 2-the motions of sin are the forces at work when the believer was in that former state of the flesh.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us the theme of Romans 7 is the Law and the sections of Romans 7, which are vs 1-6 the believer is liberated from the Law, vs 7-13 Paul vindicates the Law, and vs 14-20 Paul's personal illustration trying to live by the Law. We'll then look at the first four verses as Paul makes general statements about man's relationship to the Law and illustrates this relationship by comparing it to a marriage. Just as marriage is a covenant which ends only at death, our relationship to the Law dies when we die with Christ. You cannot be married to the Law and to Christ at the same time, and you cannot produce fruit that pleases God without a new relationship with Christ.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us the theme of Romans 7 is the Law and the sections of Romans 7, which are vs 1-6 the believer is liberated from the Law, vs 7-13 Paul vindicates the Law, and vs 14-20 Paul's personal illustration trying to live by the Law. We'll then look at the first four verses as Paul makes general statements about man's relationship to the Law and illustrates this relationship by comparing it to a marriage. Just as marriage is a covenant which ends only at death, our relationship to the Law dies when we die with Christ. You cannot be married to the Law and to Christ at the same time, and you cannot produce fruit that pleases God without a new relationship with Christ.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy begins our study of Romans chapter 7 on the Believer's Relationship to the Law (or the Believer's Remarriage to Christ). Paul's teaching that the believer is not under the Law almost destroyed the unity of the church. We'll look through Acts 15, where the church leaders debated whether the Gentiles who were being saved were required to keep the Law of Moses. Although Acts 15 settled that question, the problem was still not settled, and Paul wrote to the Galatians and Romans about this topic. The problem has still not been resolved today, as we'll look at examples of religious groups, who by elevating the Law, obscure the glory of Christ.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy begins our study of Romans chapter 7 on the Believer's Relationship to the Law (or the Believer's Remarriage to Christ). Paul's teaching that the believer is not under the Law almost destroyed the unity of the church. We'll look through Acts 15, where the church leaders debated whether the Gentiles who were being saved were required to keep the Law of Moses. Although Acts 15 settled that question, the problem was still not settled, and Paul wrote to the Galatians and Romans about this topic. The problem has still not been resolved today, as we'll look at examples of religious groups, who by elevating the Law, obscure the glory of Christ.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that we obey the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. In this episode, we'll see 9 reasons that adultery is an evil, heinous sin: 1-it violates the marriage vow and destroys the home, 2-it's a deliberate act committed with careful, thoughtful consideration, 3-it's purely a needless act, 4-it's a subset of the sin of dishonesty and is the highest form of theft, 5-it debases the dignity of the human personhood, making man beast-like, 6-it pollutes the soul and destroys the body, 7-it robs the home of funds, 8-it impairs the mind (distorts judgement, atrophies understanding, destroys discretions, numbs the conscience, and turns a wise man into a fool), and 9-it destroys the reputation and ruins ministries.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that we obey the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. In this episode, we'll see 9 reasons that adultery is an evil, heinous sin: 1-it violates the marriage vow and destroys the home, 2-it's a deliberate act committed with careful, thoughtful consideration, 3-it's purely a needless act, 4-it's a subset of the sin of dishonesty and is the highest form of theft, 5-it debases the dignity of the human personhood, making man beast-like, 6-it pollutes the soul and destroys the body, 7-it robs the home of funds, 8-it impairs the mind (distorts judgement, atrophies understanding, destroys discretions, numbs the conscience, and turns a wise man into a fool), and 9-it destroys the reputation and ruins ministries.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that we obey the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. In this episode, we'll see the power of adultery and how far it can lead you from the example of Herod in Mark 6:14-29. Even though Herod seemed interested in listening to John the Baptist preach and was even glad to be able to question Jesus, because of his adultery, Herod's conscience was slowly seared which eventually led him to murder and to run out of opportunity for grace.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that we obey the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. In this episode, we'll see the power of adultery and how far it can lead you from the example of Herod in Mark 6:14-29. Even though Herod seemed interested in listening to John the Baptist preach and was even glad to be able to question Jesus, because of his adultery, Herod's conscience was slowly seared which eventually led him to murder and to run out of opportunity for grace.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that we obey the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. We'll discuss 4 types of affairs that lead to adultery: 1-the one night stand, 2-sexual compulsion, 3-the add-on, and 4-the emotionally entangled. Then we'll look at 7 signs that may indicate your partner is involved in infidelity: 1-they become extremely secretive, 2-their communication with you has diminished, 3-they get upset about simple questions of whereabouts, 4-they change their grooming habits, 5-they are indifferent to what you do, 6-they mix up their answers about what they did at a certain time, and 7-no matter how hard you try, nothing pleases them.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that we obey the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. We'll discuss 4 types of affairs that lead to adultery: 1-the one night stand, 2-sexual compulsion, 3-the add-on, and 4-the emotionally entangled. Then we'll look at 7 signs that may indicate your partner is involved in infidelity: 1-they become extremely secretive, 2-their communication with you has diminished, 3-they get upset about simple questions of whereabouts, 4-they change their grooming habits, 5-they are indifferent to what you do, 6-they mix up their answers about what they did at a certain time, and 7-no matter how hard you try, nothing pleases them.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy spends some time reviewing what we've learned thus far about the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. We'll review what adultery is, what the Bible says about it, and how prevalent it is. Then we'll see 3 different types of adultery: 1-physical, 2-visual, and 3-emotional. We'll also see some of the costs of adultery: 1-you might lose your partner, 2-you might lose your children, 3-you may have to pay child support, 4-it brings stress and strife to your marriage and/or second marriage, 5-it breaks family ties, 6-it jeopardizes your usefulness in the kingdom of God, 7-it creates unhealthy soul ties, 8-it gives Satan a foothold in your life and family, 9-it endangers your partner's life to STDs, and 10-it shatters your relationship with God.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy spends some time reviewing what we've learned thus far about the command to love your neighbor by not committing adultery. We'll review what adultery is, what the Bible says about it, and how prevalent it is. Then we'll see 3 different types of adultery: 1-physical, 2-visual, and 3-emotional. We'll also see some of the costs of adultery: 1-you might lose your partner, 2-you might lose your children, 3-you may have to pay child support, 4-it brings stress and strife to your marriage and/or second marriage, 5-it breaks family ties, 6-it jeopardizes your usefulness in the kingdom of God, 7-it creates unhealthy soul ties, 8-it gives Satan a foothold in your life and family, 9-it endangers your partner's life to STDs, and 10-it shatters your relationship with God.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us the believer's obligation to show love to others. But how do we discharge this love? Romans 13:8-10 gives us two parameters of love: 1) love fulfills the law and 2) love worketh no ill to his neighbor. Therefore, this love means you will not commit adultery, murder, steal, bear false witness, or covet. Paul begins his list of commandments with adultery, because sexual sin was the most problematic and tempting area, as we'll see through the history of Genesis. Pastor Murphy defines adultery as marital infidelity siting the example of David. He then shows us what the Bible says about adultery: 1) condemns it as sin, 2) lists it as a capital offense, 3) calls it a senseless act of self-destruction, 4) shows that it carries an indelible stigma that is never removed, and 6) says that God will judge it. We'll also see how prevalent adultery is today.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us the believer's obligation to show love to others. But how do we discharge this love? Romans 13:8-10 gives us two parameters of love: 1) love fulfills the law and 2) love worketh no ill to his neighbor. Therefore, this love means you will not commit adultery, murder, steal, bear false witness, or covet. Paul begins his list of commandments with adultery, because sexual sin was the most problematic and tempting area, as we'll see through the history of Genesis. Pastor Murphy defines adultery as marital infidelity siting the example of David. He then shows us what the Bible says about adultery: 1) condemns it as sin, 2) lists it as a capital offense, 3) calls it a senseless act of self-destruction, 4) shows that it carries an indelible stigma that is never removed, and 6) says that God will judge it. We'll also see how prevalent adultery is today.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that the believer's obligation is to love one another as Christ loves. Christ's love is volitional, sacrificial, forgiving, unconditional, unchanging, and pure. We'll see that this love is a major theme of John's writings and is also included in Paul and Peter's writings. This imperative to love is more than just emotion and feeling; it works no evil, it's willing to forgo, it's willing to forgive, and it's sacrificial. How can we attain this quality of love? through the Holy Spirit.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues to show us that the believer's obligation is to love one another as Christ loves. Christ's love is volitional, sacrificial, forgiving, unconditional, unchanging, and pure. We'll see that this love is a major theme of John's writings and is also included in Paul and Peter's writings. This imperative to love is more than just emotion and feeling; it works no evil, it's willing to forgo, it's willing to forgive, and it's sacrificial. How can we attain this quality of love? through the Holy Spirit.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that an obligation to love our neighbor is to "owe no man any thing." This does not mean that a believer cannot go into debt of any sort, but his intention must be to repay what he has borrowed. We'll go through many guidelines of borrowing and lending found in the Old Testament and Christ's words in the New Testament.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that an obligation to love our neighbor is to "owe no man any thing." This does not mean that a believer cannot go into debt of any sort, but his intention must be to repay what he has borrowed. We'll go through many guidelines of borrowing and lending found in the Old Testament and Christ's words in the New Testament.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues our study on Paul's teaching for believers to be subject to civil authorities. We'll study four statements that indicate God's sovereignty over civil authority: 1) vs1 There is no power but of God 2) vs1 The powers that be are ordained of God, 3) vs4&6 The powers are ministers of God, and 4) vs4 they are the avenger of God to exercise justice.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues our study on Paul's teaching for believers to be subject to civil authorities. We'll study four statements that indicate God's sovereignty over civil authority: 1) vs1 There is no power but of God 2) vs1 The powers that be are ordained of God, 3) vs4&6 The powers are ministers of God, and 4) vs4 they are the avenger of God to exercise justice.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues our study on Paul's teaching for believers to be subject to civil authorities. Paul wants believers to understand the role of government and the believer's responsibility. Citizens owe the government a great debt for their services, such as: running water, law and order, roads and bridges, defense against enemies, electricity, garbage disposal, transportation systems, health services, social security, medical benefits, and education. Civil government is necessary in a fallen world with people who are sinful in nature. We'll see examples of a world without government after the Fall, during for the 1,000 year period after the Flood, and the period of Judges. We'll then quickly review the 7 reasons Christians should submit to government.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues our study on Paul's teaching for believers to be subject to civil authorities. Paul wants believers to understand the role of government and the believer's responsibility. Citizens owe the government a great debt for their services, such as: running water, law and order, roads and bridges, defense against enemies, electricity, garbage disposal, transportation systems, health services, social security, medical benefits, and education. Civil government is necessary in a fallen world with people who are sinful in nature. We'll see examples of a world without government after the Fall, during for the 1,000 year period after the Flood, and the period of Judges. We'll then quickly review the 7 reasons Christians should submit to government.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that civil disobedience is sometimes required and shows us several Biblical examples of this: the Jewish slaves in Exodus 1 mandated to kill baby boys, the 4 Hebrew boys captive in Babylon and their response regarding dietary laws, the 3 boys in Daniel required to bow to the golden image and thrown into the fiery furnace, Daniel restricted from praying and thrown into the lion's den, the disciples in Acts 4 and 5 who were told to stop preaching the message of Jesus Christ, and Paul who was beaten and imprisoned publicly in Acts 16 and took his legal right. We'll also see the 7 reasons listed in Romans 13 that we should obey civil authority: 1) Government is by divine decree, 2) Resistance to the government is rebellion against God, 3) Those who resist will be punished, 4) Government is there to restrain evil, 5) Government is to promote the good, 6) Rulers are empowered by God to inflict punishment upon those who disobey, and 7) Government should be obeyed for conscience's sake.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that civil disobedience is sometimes required and shows us several Biblical examples of this: the Jewish slaves in Exodus 1 mandated to kill baby boys, the 4 Hebrew boys captive in Babylon and their response regarding dietary laws, the 3 boys in Daniel required to bow to the golden image and thrown into the fiery furnace, Daniel restricted from praying and thrown into the lion's den, the disciples in Acts 4 and 5 who were told to stop preaching the message of Jesus Christ, and Paul who was beaten and imprisoned publicly in Acts 16 and took his legal right. We'll also see the 7 reasons listed in Romans 13 that we should obey civil authority: 1) Government is by divine decree, 2) Resistance to the government is rebellion against God, 3) Those who resist will be punished, 4) Government is there to restrain evil, 5) Government is to promote the good, 6) Rulers are empowered by God to inflict punishment upon those who disobey, and 7) Government should be obeyed for conscience's sake.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that dealing with human government and civil authority is becoming a grave concern as the government is imposing and crushing freedom and liberties in the name of democracy. The global agenda to destroy Christianity and the Bible is 1-advocacy of unrestrained sexual freedom, 2-redefinition of the family, 3-control of the educational system, 4-the mantra to promote democratic ideal of inclusion, 5-create new legal language of hate speech, and 6-legislation of economic sanction and forced compliance. But Paul still points out that the State is an institution ordained by God. In verses 1-2, Paul gives us an injunction to "let every soul be subject unto the higher power", an explanation why to follow that injunction, and a conclusion. Today, we'll see the features of the injunction as: emphatic, inclusive, and specific.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that dealing with human government and civil authority is becoming a grave concern as the government is imposing and crushing freedom and liberties in the name of democracy. The global agenda to destroy Christianity and the Bible is 1-advocacy of unrestrained sexual freedom, 2-redefinition of the family, 3-control of the educational system, 4-the mantra to promote democratic ideal of inclusion, 5-create new legal language of hate speech, and 6-legislation of economic sanction and forced compliance. But Paul still points out that the State is an institution ordained by God. In verses 1-2, Paul gives us an injunction to "let every soul be subject unto the higher power, an explanation why to follow that injunction, and a conclusion. Today, we'll see the features of the injunction as: emphatic, inclusive, and specific.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues the introduction to Romans Chapter 13 and the believer's relationship and duties to civil authorities. Several concerns of today will lead to biblical clashes between the church and the government, like: sodomy, gender issues and dysphoria, transgender issues, family issues, abortion, and school curriculum. Democracy cannot survive without a moral base, and as the nation deteriorates, evil men elect an evil government. Should a Christian ever get involved with anything political? We'll look at the examples of Joseph, Daniel, Moses, the Matthew 8 centurion, Zacchius, and Cornelius. The Christian can be involved in the state and government, but the church must never become politicized. The duties of the Christian are 1-to submit to the government and 2-to pay taxes.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy continues the introduction to Romans Chapter 13 and the believer's relationship and duties to civil authorities. Several concerns of today will lead to biblical clashes between the church and the government, like: sodomy, gender issues and dysphoria, transgender issues, family issues, abortion, and school curriculum. Democracy cannot survive without a moral base, and as the nation deteriorates, evil men elect an evil government. Should a Christian ever get involved with anything political? We'll look at the examples of Joseph, Daniel, Moses, the Matthew 8 centurion, Zacchius, and Cornelius. The Christian can be involved in the state and government, but the church must never become politicized. The duties of the Christian are 1-to submit to the government and 2-to pay taxes.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy introduces us to Romans Chapter 13 and the believer's relationship and duties to civil authorities. The New Testament churches also had issues with the government, because of their composition of being both Jews and Gentiles combined with their Jewish nationalism and also their misinterpretation of Scripture. In Paul's teaching, he is trying to safeguard the Gospel and the testimony of the church with how believers react to government authorities.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy introduces us to Romans Chapter 13 and the believer's relationship and duties to civil authorities. The New Testament churches also had issues with the government, because of their composition of being both Jews and Gentiles combined with their Jewish nationalism and also their misinterpretation of Scripture. In Paul's teaching, he is trying to safeguard the Gospel and the testimony of the church with how believers react to government authorities.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows that in order for a believer to keep the peace, he must 1-repudiate the desire for revenge, 2-recognize that vengeance is God's prerogative, 3-respond with kindness and generosity, and then 4-something will change as a result.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows that in order for a believer to keep the peace, he must 1-repudiate the desire for revenge, 2-recognize that vengeance is God's prerogative, 3-respond with kindness and generosity, and then 4-something will change as a result.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows that the Bible says it's not always possible to live peaceably with all men, but the believer must try. There are two types of people that Paul is dealing with: the person who wants vengeance and those willing to do anything for peace. We are to leave vengeance to God, but we also must not sacrifice truth for peace. We are to 1-defend truth, 2-be gentle and patient dealing with those who have the Gospel but are unclear about certain fundaments, 3-be careful how we declare truth, 4-don't take rejection personal, and 5-have peace in our heart with God that we did the right thing.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows that the Bible says it's not always possible to live peaceably with all men, but the believer must try. There are two types of people that Paul is dealing with: the person who wants vengeance and those willing to do anything for peace. We are to leave vengeance to God, but we also must not sacrifice truth for peace. We are to 1-defend truth, 2-be gentle and patient dealing with those who have the Gospel but are unclear about certain fundaments, 3-be careful how we declare truth, 4-don't take rejection personal, and 5-have peace in our heart with God that we did the right thing.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us how a Christian is supposed to respond and react when evil is done to them. We'll see the Command to "recompense to no man evil for evil," because your response impacts the Gospel. We'll see how this Command differs from the Old Testament Law and how Christ responded in this way. We'll then see that the Counsel to "provide things honest in the sight of all men," means that instead of acting impulsively, we need to respond in a responsible way so as not to give the appearance of evil.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us how a Christian is supposed to respond and react when evil is done to them. We'll see the Command to "recompense to no man evil for evil," because your response impacts the Gospel. We'll see how this Command differs from the Old Testament Law and how Christ responded in this way. We'll then see that the Counsel to "provide things honest in the sight of all men," means that instead of acting impulsively, we need to respond in a responsible way so as not to give the appearance of evil.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us how a believer is supposed to think about other believers regardless of color, country, class, and creed. He'll show us 1) the Command to be of the same mind one toward another, 2) the Counsel to be humble and condescend to others, and 3) the Caution to watch your opinion of yourself.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us how a believer is supposed to think about other believers regardless of color, country, class, and creed. He'll show us 1) the Command to be of the same mind one toward another, 2) the Counsel to be humble and condescend to others, and 3) the Caution to watch your opinion of yourself.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian is supposed to rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep. It's natural to be sympathetic with those in pain, but it's harder to rejoice with those who are succeeding more than ourselves. We'll see Biblical examples of these situations, and realize that a believer can respond this way, because he's indwelt by the Holy Spirit and is a member of a spiritual family.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian is supposed to rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep. It's natural to be sympathetic with those in pain, but it's harder to rejoice with those who are succeeding more than ourselves. We'll see Biblical examples of these situations, and realize that a believer can respond this way, because he's indwelt by the Holy Spirit and is a member of a spiritual family.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us two Biblical examples of Christians who blessed their persecutors: Jesus Christ & Stephen. We'll then see the rationale that allows a Christian to bless their persecutor. Three things make it possible: 1-understanding the mercies of God, 2-surrendering to God, and 3-having a transformed mind. A Christian must remind himself of 1-how God responded to him as a sinner, and 2-how the Bible described him before he was saved. This point of view will allow the Christian to cry to God for mercy for the persecutor.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us two Biblical examples of Christians who blessed their persecutors: Jesus Christ & Stephen. We'll then see the rationale that allows a Christian to bless their persecutor. Three things make it possible: 1-understanding the mercies of God, 2-surrendering to God, and 3-having a transformed mind. A Christian must remind himself of 1-how God responded to him as a sinner, and 2-how the Bible described him before he was saved. This point of view will allow the Christian to cry to God for mercy for the persecutor.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us how a Christian is to respond to persecution. First, we'll see the reality that Christians will be persecuted. Then we'll see that the Christian is not just to resist retaliation, but he is to respond positively by blessing or asking God to deal mercifully with the persecutor.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us how a Christian is to respond to persecution. First, we'll see the reality that Christians will be persecuted. Then we'll see that the Christian is not just to resist retaliation, but he is to respond positively by blessing or asking God to deal mercifully with the persecutor.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian is to respond to another believer's difficulties and needs with generosity and hospitality. We'll look at the language that Paul uses to define this type of generosity and hospitality, and then we'll look at several examples found throughout the New Testament of the believer's showing generosity and hospitality.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian is to respond to another believer's difficulties and needs with generosity and hospitality. We'll look at the language that Paul uses to define this type of generosity and hospitality, and then we'll look at several examples found throughout the New Testament of the believer's showing generosity and hospitality.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian's third response towards difficult circumstances should be to continue instant in prayer. We'll look at 1) the definitions, 2) the frequency of this kind of prayer mentioned in the New Testament, 3) how Jesus Christ's life reinforces the emphasis on prayer, 4) what Paul means by prayer, 5) the dominant theme of prayer in the book of Acts, and 6) the incentives for continuing in an attitude of prayer.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian's third response towards difficult circumstances should be to continue instant in prayer. We'll look at 1) the definitions, 2) the frequency of this kind of prayer mentioned in the New Testament, 3) how Jesus Christ's life reinforces the emphasis on prayer, 4) what Paul means by prayer, 5) the dominant theme of prayer in the book of Acts, and 6) the incentives for continuing in an attitude of prayer.

Pastor/Dr. David Murphy shows us that a Christian's response towards difficult circumstances should be Patience. We'll see principles to understand and help the believer to be patient: 1) Expect to face tribulations, 2) Dignify your tribulation by seeing that Jesus also faced these trials, 3) Realize that tribulation is a great teaching tool, 4) Understand that God uses tribulation to discipline and mature believers, and 5) Understand that God uses tribulation to change our focus to think heavenly thoughts.