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Are You Strong in the Lord?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe are admonished to recognize Jesus Christ as our Archegos—our trailblazer, pioneer, and captain of our salvation-leading us through suffering into glory. As He became incarnated and endured suffering, He was perfected for His mission of becoming our merciful and faithful High Priest. From His example, we learn that hardship is not removed from our spiritual trek, but God strengthens us to endure and overcome through our afflictions. Rather than a sign of divine neglect, suffering is a training ground for spiritual maturity. Paul's "thorn in the flesh" (II Corinthians 12) was not a pardon, but a power to endure. Paul reminds us that through God's Holy Spirit, we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us (Philippians 1:13; 4:13). Paradoxically, true spiritual strength manifests itself in weakness, as we lean on God and actively participate in our sanctification. God's spirit energized Paul during persecution, shipwreck, and abandonment, illustrating that divine assurance, not comfort, empowered his lifelong mission. Nehemiah 8:10 teaches us that God-inspired joy and courage sustain us when circumstances threaten to weaken us. Paul, Ezra, and Nehemiah have taught us that knowing who we are—namely God's elect—enables us to reject fear, endure opposition, and stand firm. II Peter 1:10-11 exhorts us to make our calling and election sure, actively confirming our salvation through obedience, growth, and spiritual fruit, realizing that our strength does not lie in worldly power, but rather in unwavering confidence in God's promise, empowered by Christ and fueled by joy, identity, and grace.

Courage and the Dog Soldier
'Ready Answer' by Mike FordThough we are surrounded and buffeted by numerous difficulties and trials, God is always faithful to provide what we need to endure and overcome them.
The Conquering Offensive!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsOur Christian warfare cannot merely consist in maintaining a defensive holding pattern, but instead we must go on the conquering offensive, using the sword.
Confronting the Field of Battle
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe must put on the entire armor of God, not just the defensive parts. We must proactively rather than reactively assume out part in the spiritual battle.
Keep Your Heart With All Diligence!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsChrist does not remove His people's trials, but He provides help for those going through them, using the cleansing power of the trial to heal their minds.
Gideon's 300
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGideon incrementally moved from a position of weakness and fear to a position of strength and valor as he increasingly started to trust in God to give victory.
Satan (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe origins of our adversary, Satan the Devil, and his host of fallen angels or demons. God has promised us protection if we yield to and obey Him.