http://www.providencecrosslake.com Christ Centered. Reformed Theology. Sermons from Providence Community Church in Crosslake MN. Soli Deo Gloria! en-US Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:41:25 +0000 hourly 1 Copyright Providence Community Church Sermons from Providence Community Church Ken Carlton Christ Centered. Reformed Theology. Sermons from Providence Community Church in Crosslake MN. Soli Deo Gloria! no Christ,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloriaprovidencecrosslake@live.comKen Carlton https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/crescendo-of-praise-psalm-150-4-12-26/ Sun, 12 Apr 2026 11:41:25 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4814 Ken Carlton 00:49:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/resurrection-revealed-acts-222-28-4-5-26/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:38:43 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4811 Ken Carlton John chapter 20 records a series of resurrection revelations.  John & Peter realized Jesus was risen only upon touring the empty tomb and witnessing the carefully folded grave clothes of our Lord (3-8). Next, Mary Magdalene remains distraught despite... 00:47:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-ark-returns-i-chronicles-168-18-3-29-2026/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 01:11:56 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4807 Ken Carlton In consideration of our text this week, I recalled a sermon series I preached years ago which traced the prominence and location of the Ark of the Covenant as it related to the spiritual condition of the nation of Israel… the plight of the Ark as the to... 00:51:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/self-government-proverbs-1617-25-3-22-2026/ Sun, 22 Mar 2026 01:08:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4804 Ken Carlton Our passage today is all about self-discipline. In light of the last section of Proverbs 16 specifically addressed to kings, one might be inclined to ask if these verses are directed toward civil rulers as well? And if so, how do they apply to those wield... 00:52:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-royal-ideal-proverbs-1610-16-3-15-2026/ Sun, 15 Mar 2026 13:21:24 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4800 The more authority someone wields, the more fear of the Lord is required to rule responsibly.  ‘Fear of the Lord’ defined in context of chapter 16: ‘Taking God as seriously as His sovereignty demands’.  Each of the five references to the king ... 00:51:47 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/full-throated-worship-psalm-149-3-8-2026/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 23:55:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4797 Ken Carlton We have reached the penultimate song in the world’s greatest hymnal! The theme of worship and its central importance to the livelihood of the people is expounded.  Worship is a matter of identity, unity, and national security. Last I checked ‘The hig... 00:58:27 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gospel-goals-1-corinthians-1420-26-3-1-26/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 11:40:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4793 Ken Carlton After addressing the occasion of public worship, expounding references from the greater context of scripture, and laying out practical guidelines, the apostle summarizes his house keeping instructions for the Corinthian church in one sentence at the close... 00:51:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/royal-preeminence-proverbs-161-9-2-22-26/ Sun, 22 Feb 2026 02:11:41 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4790 Ken Carlton Proverbs 16 reads like a finishing school exam for civil rulers. The author's calling and experience provide the background context occasioning this passage. Nevertheless while Solomon's office as king of Israel explains the instrumental cause of blessing... 00:52:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/long-live-the-wise-proverbs-1525-33-2-15-26/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:21:58 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4786 Ken Carlton Working with the “melodic line” theme of the fear of the Lord, and our summary definition of the same: “taking Him as seriously, as His glory demands“… we with our exposition of proverbs 15. Our passage today reads like the wisdom literature ver... 00:53:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/realm-reason-psalm-148-2-8-26/ Sun, 08 Feb 2026 11:01:16 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4783 Ken Carlton Today’s title denotes the structure of Psalm 148. In clarity and symmetry, our author addresses two realms in which the praises of the Lord are to resound: the heavens and the earth. Each call to worship is followed by reasons for praise.... One of my s... 00:47:47 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/house-keeping-i-corinthians-141-19-2-1-26/ Sun, 01 Feb 2026 10:58:11 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4780 Ken Carlton Paul writes this chapter to the church in Corinth for the purpose of Spiritual “housekeeping”.  He equips the reader to steward the house of God in directing the ministry in Corinth to best serve the mutual upbuilding of the people of God. The benefi... 00:51:27 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/applied-fear-proverbs-1516-24-1-25-26/ Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:42:06 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4776 Ken Carlton Proverbs 15 provides applications for those who fear the Lord. We’ve considered more sophisticated definitions of the fear of God in past messages. Today I’m proposing a simple summary considering the context of Proverbs 15. To fear the Lord is: to t... 00:53:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/omniscience-fear-proverbs-151-15-1-18-26/ Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:34:55 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4773 Ken Carlton Our title today comprises two categories: 1st) The character of God & 2nd) Our posture in light of His glory. Because God sees all, because His presence is universal, we ought to fear him. This is a theme resurfacing throughout Proverbs chapter 15 li... 00:57:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/temple-worship-psalm-147-1-11-2026/ Sun, 11 Jan 2026 00:30:28 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4769 Ken Carlton The poetry of Psalm 147 captures the significance & joy accompanying the rebuilding of the temple and return of exiles under Ezra & Nehemiah to Jerusalem. When the people rose to worship for a quarter of the day under the direction of the Levites,... 00:52:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/true-love-i-corinthians-13-1-4-2026/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:02:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4765 Ken Carlton This beloved chapter in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians is often appropriated without much regard to the context. While standing alone the chapter reads like a poetic excursus on the beauty of human affection suitable for wedding vows, the first ... 00:48:56 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/before-after-christmas-dan-313-25-mt-171-9-12-28-2025/ Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:40:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4761 Ken Carlton Today is a second message beholding the majesty of Christmas from the vantage point of Daniel’s prophetic record.  Last week we considered the interpretation of the king’s composite statue vision as a countdown to Christmas.  Today we turn over a ch... 00:50:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/countdown-to-christmas-daniel-220-23-31-47-12-21-2025/ Sun, 21 Dec 2025 12:04:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4757 In faith Daniel preached the crown rights of Yahweh in the courts of emperors. His wisdom and prophecy arrested the attention of kings whose greatness was not eclipsed until the fulfillment of his prophecy on Christmas Day in a Bethlehem manger. The event... 00:53:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/double-advent-song-psalm-146-12-14-2025/ Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:55:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4751 Ken Carlton The last 5 songs in the Psalter beginning with our text today, all open and close with the refrain & adjuration: “Praise the Lord!”.  If the entire book were one great song, these last five chapters could be the chorus.  All the notes of remembr... 00:56:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/one-body-many-members-i-corinthians-1214-31-12-7-25/ Sun, 07 Dec 2025 01:28:26 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4754 Ken Carlton Paul understood that the various issues and problems present in the Corinthian church ultimately shared the same root. After addressing several situations case by case, he focuses his attention in these chapters on the essence of the church, the source of... 00:52:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/crowns-of-the-wise-proverbs-1424-35-11-30-25/ Sun, 30 Nov 2025 23:08:00 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4747 Ken Carlton Proverbs 14:24 says: “the crown of the wise is their wealth”. Our working definition of a crown in this sense is: ‘an adorning confirmation of dignity, rank, ability, and reputation’. This conceptual understanding of royal authority helps to clari... 00:53:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/crowns-of-the-prudent-proverbs-1415-23-11-23-25/ Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:48:44 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4743 00:55:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/tent-of-the-upright-proverbs-141-14-11-16-25/ Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:22:33 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4738 Ken Carlton Looking closely at the structure of Proverbs chap 14:1-14, something of a pattern emerges.  Verses 1, 4, 7 and 11 are roughly parallel referring to the foundation of a household.  These verses are followed by others that scrutinize progress to that end ... 00:59:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/discover-to-proclaim-psalm-145-11-9-25/ Sun, 09 Nov 2025 23:43:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4733 Ken Carlton The crescendo of the Psalter begins with Psalm 145 and continues to build with each of the remaining songs! This is the last titled song of David in the book and is a profound and powerful contribution to the grand finale of histories’s greatest album. ... 00:54:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-spirit-manifest-i-corinthians-121-13-11-2-25/ Sun, 02 Nov 2025 13:29:32 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4730 Ken Carlton The Apostle Paul’s emphasis on unity in the true church of Jesus Christ is a theme pervasive in I Corinthians. According to I Corinthians 12:1-13, to be a Christian is to behold and believe the revelation of Christ by means of the Spirit.  To be a func... 00:55:51 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/righteous-faithfulness-proverbs-1318-25-10-26-2025/ Sun, 26 Oct 2025 23:35:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4726 Ken Carlton Cultural history and folklore celebrate the tenacity and resilience of their heroes. These legacies are celebrated for their faithfulness. The critical analysis Solomon endorses in the book of Proverbs would ask: “faithfulness to what?”. No so-called ... 00:55:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lamp-tree-fountain-proverbs-137-17-10-19-25/ Sun, 19 Oct 2025 00:32:11 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4723 Ken Carlton Note the list of metaphors Solomon weaves into his instruction in this section…each one a telling picture: Light/Lamp (9), Tree (12), & Fountain (14).   Each is a picture of source and effect.   A lamp filled with oil provides light by which the... 00:54:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/national-reform-psalm-144-10-12-25/ Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:10:49 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4719 Ken Carlton The concept of a ‘new song’ in the scriptures is usually with reference to extraordinary occasions worthy of thankful praise include celebration and commemoration of the grace & glory of God upon securing victory for His people despite existential... 00:51:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/examining-ourselves-i-corinthians-1127-34-10-5-25/ Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:09:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4716 Ken Carlton Toward the aim of increasing reverence for the Lord’s table and all that it entails, Paul emphasizes the necessity of discerning the body.  In I Corinthians 11:17-34, we see this applies in three senses. We must have a devotional understanding of the c... 00:54:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/generational-righteousness-proverbs-128-15-9-28-25/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 11:37:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4713 Ken Carlton Much is made of generational characteristics these days.  We have identified and categorized ourselves by causes and effects of history that shape the identity of Americans born in different eras.  World War II defined the coming of age for those of my ... 01:00:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/level-ground-psalm-143-8-21-25/ Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:15:28 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4709 Ken Carlton Psalm 143 is the last of the so called “Penitential” Psalms.  This song joins Psalms 6, 32, 38, 51, 102, & 130 in a set identified through church history by themes of soul searching repentance, unrestrained confession, and exclusive hope in the L... 00:55:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/discerning-the-body-i-corinthians-1117-26-9-14-25/ Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:26:35 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4705 Ken Carlton Discernment in this context entails proper understanding bearing fruit of conviction, reverence, humility, and obedience. We can relate to, and learn from, the risks and rewards of frequent communion Paul addresses in this letter. As in all of life, we mu... 00:52:28 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/moses-fulfilled-i-corinthians-101-4-9-7-2025/ Sun, 07 Sep 2025 11:22:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4702 Ken Carlton As in the Days of Moses, Baptism commemorates a miracle, seals a covenant, and identifies a people. Today we look at the symbols of baptism in the scriptures, their substance fulfilled in Christ, and the application of these truths for this service�... 00:37:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/truthful-lips-proverbs-1216-24-8-31-25/ Sun, 31 Aug 2025 13:59:29 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4699 Ken Carlton Having considered the house of the righteous according to Solomon in proverbs 12 verses 1-7 and the dominion of the righteous in verses 8-15 we now turned to the witness of the righteous in versus 16-24. Consider the prayer of humble consecration offered ... 00:54:46 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/righteous-homesteading-proverbs-128-15-8-24-25/ Sun, 24 Aug 2025 11:13:05 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4696 Ken Carlton A comprehensive analysis of any area of human life should prioritize the question: “what is the ordering principle of this domain?”. The answer to this question is key to assessing sanctity, durability, and fruitfulness. It gets to the heart of what s... 00:52:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/roots-of-righteousness-proverbs-121-7-8-17-25/ Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:38:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4692 Ken Carlton We are familiar with the designation of nobility or gentlemen classes, vs. lower or servant class distinctions in film or literature depictions of European monarch culture which developed over the centuries and lingered for quite some time in these societ... 00:52:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/cave-before-crown-psalm-142-8-10-25/ Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:57:08 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4689 Ken Carlton Again revealed in the title, Psalm 57 was also written in hiding during David’s fugitive wanderings.  This occasion served to inspired David to seek the assurance of divine protection far greater than the refuge the cave in Adullam could ever provide h... 00:52:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/timeless-truth-i-corinthians-1023-1116-8-3-25/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 23:46:31 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4685 Ken Carlton The practical application sections of Paul's epistles are often interspersed with governing principles. Paul is constantly “teaching the 'what' and preaching the 'why'. I find this inferred principle/application distinction especially helpful for discip... 00:55:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-weight-of-righteousness-proverbs-1120-31-7-27-25/ Sun, 27 Jul 2025 18:45:57 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4682 Ken Carlton A word to prepare our hearts to receive the message of proverbs 11 today. The times in life we most need the convicting reminder of God‘s word usually require a change of heart to receive it. This is evident in our worship text today. When the prophet M... 00:53:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rewards-of-righteousness-proverbs-116-19-7-20-25/ Sun, 20 Jul 2025 00:06:48 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4678 Ken Carlton When Jesus proclaimed the kingdom of God in His great sermon he included these well known words from Matthew 6:33 “…seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Thousands of years earlier His messa... 00:50:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/prayer-in-crisis-psalm-141-7-13-25/ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:41:12 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4674 Ken Carlton One can easily imagine the context inspiring David’s words here. A good portion of his early days were spent on the run as a fugitive from King Saul. For years, due to this providential hardship, David was likely unable to participate in tabernacle wors... 00:54:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/cup-table-7-6-25-i-corinthians-1014-22/ Sun, 06 Jul 2025 13:15:23 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4671 Ken Carlton We’ve considered at length the contrasts illustrated in Proverbs 9 by way of a dinner invitation to Lady Wisdom’s house vs. the meal served at the Woman Folly’s place.  The first is a promise of provision unto eternal life, the second is a gateway ... 00:51:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-north-star-proverbs-1026-115-6-29-25/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 15:47:57 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4667 Ken Carlton Wisdom is an indispensable virtue to the discipline of applying the Law of God.  The wise man seeks to understand all of life and thought in terms of the absolute moral order of God’s Word & God’s world. Wisdom equips the moral agent for the disc... 00:56:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/happy-ever-after-proverbs-1015-25-6-22-25/ Sun, 22 Jun 2025 01:23:17 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4664 As we continue to familiarize ourselves with this great literary form of scripture otherwise foreign to us, let us pause to appreciate its great value! How different and infinitely more valuable are the words of Proverbs than the quasi – wisdom literatu... 00:49:22 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rules-of-thumb-proverbs-101-14-6-15-25/ Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:58:00 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4660 Ken Carlton As we consider the 2nd major section in the book of Proverbs, the most obvious difference is in the form Solomon’s instruction is presented.  Chapters 10-24 proceed with a collection of single sentence wisdom sayings or ‘aphorisms’ under the title:... 00:55:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-warriors-prayer-psalm-140-6-8-25/ Sun, 08 Jun 2025 15:20:38 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4657 Ken Carlton David's life story was shaped by conflict. He was a wartime king and answered a warrior calling from the days of his youth. For this reason, in fact, David was not permitted to build the house of God (I Chron 22:8). David was a conqueror, his son Solomon ... 00:59:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exodus-exhortation-i-corinthians-101-15-6-1-25/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:24:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4652 Ken Carlton According to Paul’s Example in Ministry…A Christian Should Be: A servant to others, a master of himself, and a student of the Word. Why a student of the Word of God? Because according to Paul, there is no loss of fidelity in the scriptures over time.�... 01:06:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/word-to-the-wise-proverbs-97-12-5-25-25/ Sun, 25 May 2025 12:59:27 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4647 Ken Carlton Proverbs Chapter 9 paints a picture of a feast at Lady wisdom’s house. This event involves preparation, invitation, and conversation. Having covered the first two, in our sermon today we address the third. Our text presents a sample of conversation at L... 01:02:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fighting-for-your-family-fighting-for-god-nehemiah-41-23-5-18-25/ Sun, 18 May 2025 23:09:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4644 Phil Ready What is it that Nehemiah was working for, and what was he trying to accomplish? What steps did he take to do the good work that God had given him, and how can we apply those principles in our own walk with God and work for God today? How is God calling yo... 00:58:12 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/yahwehs-book-psalm-139-5-11-25/ Sun, 11 May 2025 13:41:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4641 Ken Carlton Psalm 139 reads like a diary entry of David with its emotional and personal context, yet it is introduced as a hymn for the choirmaster to be sung in public worship. Its inclusion in the Psalter calls the believing singer/reader to identify with David's h... 00:54:03 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heirs-of-the-ages-i-corinthians-919-1017-5-4-25/ Sun, 04 May 2025 11:30:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4638 Ken Carlton The title for our message comes from chapter 10 verse 11 where Paul identifies his hearers, as those on whom the end of the ages has come. Paul’s greater audience therefore is all the Church until Jesus returns. While the occasion for his letter involve... 00:58:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/abiding-in-the-vine-2-peter-11-11-4-27-25/ Sun, 27 Apr 2025 10:32:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4631 Gene Engisch In the first chapter of 2 Peter, Peter gives the church practical application on how we are to confirm our calling and election. He reminds the church of the great precious gift that we have been given, the promise of eternal life. He then calls the belie... 00:39:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/resurrection-proclaimed-acts-214-36-4-20-25/ Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:55:58 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4628 Ken Carlton Of all the significant moments in redemption history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ may well be the event with the greatest disparity between its central importance to the Christian faith and its appreciation in modern times.  What we tend to take for... 00:48:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-kings-prayer-psalm-138-4-13-25/ Sun, 13 Apr 2025 14:43:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4624 Ken Carlton Psalm 138 is the first of 8 songs written by David which appear as a set in the closing chapters of the Psalter. These Davidic psalms are followed by the final collection of S songs which all begin and end with the refrain: "Praise the lord!". These closi... 00:57:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/pauls-motivations-i-corinthians-91-18-4-6-25/ Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:23:35 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4621 Ken Carlton Paul’s admonitions to the church in our passage are better understood in context of the issues arising in Corinth. Chapters 1-6 highlight particular problems including divisions in the body over superficial leadership preferences, worldly sexual norms c... 00:54:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/wisdom-vs-folly-proverbs-91-6-13-18-3-30-25/ Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:34:26 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4617 Ken Carlton The open house of our passage stands in stark contrast to the temptation of the adulteress in chapter 7.  In chapter 9 we receive an invitation to Lady Wisdom’s residence.  Notice how she prepares her household for the occasion. Rather than the seduct... 00:53:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/wisdom-genesis-proverbs-822-36-3-23-25/ Sun, 23 Mar 2025 23:12:58 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4613 Ken Carlton To demonstrate the scope of wisdom's potential. "Lady Wisdom" appeals to creation itself as the evident and super-abundant fruit of wisdom applied. Furtherrnore she appeals to her relationship to Yahweh to illustrate the indispensable necessity ofwisdon1 ... 00:58:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/queen-of-kings-proverbs-814-21-3-16-25/ Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:05:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4609 As we have recently noted, the teaching of Proverbs regarding wisdom presumes the proper relationship between the spiritual and the material. We note as the chapter continues that legitimate political authority is established on wisdom. Even creation itse... 00:59:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/babylon-vs-zion-psalm-137-3-9-25/ Sun, 09 Mar 2025 11:10:07 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4603 Ken Carlton Psalm 137 is A song of lament, oath, & oracle.  This is a Psalm acknowledging situations where it is excruciating to sing. The psalmist is in exile but his heart is in Zion.  This is a song Nehemiah could sing as he wept in the courts of Artaxerxes�... 00:59:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/love-knowledge-3-2-25-i-corinthians-736-813/ Sun, 02 Mar 2025 10:41:07 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4599 Ken Carlton Paul’s instructions continue according to the purpose statement of 1 Corinthians 7:35 to benefit the church, to promote good order, and to secure undivided devotion to the Lord… Referencing the letter he had received from the Corinthians, Paul address... 00:54:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lady-wisdoms-ministry-proverbs-81-13-2-23-25/ Sun, 23 Feb 2025 12:53:27 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4595 Ken Carlton Unless you think femininity is appropriated exclusively to portray seductive temptation in the wisdom literature of Proverbs… Remember chapter 1:20-33 has introduced us to a different woman entirely and here again in chapter 8, we behold the female pers... 01:00:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/father-to-son-proverbs-714-27-2-16-25/ Sun, 16 Feb 2025 12:55:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4591 Ken Carlton Solomon's instructions continue to unfold in the dramatic framework of chapter 7. We've imagined our young man seated for a man-to-man talk across the mahogany desk in his wise father's 5th floor study. They have observed the busy streets of worldliness f... 00:53:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/astronomical-love-2-9-2025-psalm-136/ Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:44:26 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4588 Ken Carlton This Psalm's responsive refrain is echoed 26 times. With every verse we are reminded and called to confess:" His (Yahweh's steadfast love endures forever". Perhaps the most obvious message from Ps 136 is ironically the most often discounted: the relations... 01:01:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gospel-reconstruction-2-2-2025-i-corinthians-717-35/ Sun, 02 Feb 2025 11:46:48 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4584 Ken Carlton The vision for Gospel Reconstruction in Corinth continues with blueprints equipping the church for the Christian life in greater society. We understand from Paul's teaching that Christ bas come to rebuild and reconcile individuals and institutions in his ... 01:00:56 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/man-to-man-proverbs-71-13-1-26-25/ Sun, 26 Jan 2025 22:30:27 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4576 Ken Carlton We might consider chapter 7 of Proverbs from the perspective of four scenes in a movie.  The first, I imagine unfolding in a 5th floor study of a man whose wisdom has increased with age. The devoted father sits across a mahogany desk from his son with we... 00:58:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/battle-tested-wisdom-proverbs-623-35-1-19-25/ Sun, 19 Jan 2025 01:02:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4581 Ken Carlton A useful device in case-law literature is sometimes called “citing the minimal case”. The idea is to demonstrate the application of the law in a situation of minor significance.  By implication then the reader understands that this law would surely ... 00:56:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/museum-of-glory-psalm-135-1-12-25/ Sun, 12 Jan 2025 18:04:13 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4572 Ken Carlton Psalm 135 publishes a command to worship Yahweh and chronicles occasions for worship from nature, history, and covenant. Echoing themes from Ps 134, Ps 135 opens reprising a call to worship extending firstly to those with priestly duties commissioned to s... 00:54:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-reign-of-the-lords-annointed-christ-over-all-psalm-2-1-5-25/ Sun, 05 Jan 2025 00:09:11 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4569 Reggie Fredricks 01:05:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/humility-and-unity-in-the-church-philippians-21-18-12-29-24/ Sun, 29 Dec 2024 11:37:55 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4565 Gene Engisch In Philippians chapter 2, Paul encourages the church to be united in the faith. He instructs the church to remain humble, using Christ as his primary example. He then encourages the church to work out their salvation, without grumbling, but with joy amids... 00:37:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christmas-testimonies-john-119-37-12-22-24/ Sun, 22 Dec 2024 11:48:25 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4560 John's gospel introduces Jesus by way of His pre-incarnate glory in the first 18 verses typically referred to as "The Prologue of John". (This was our text for last week's sermon entitled: "Introducing Jesus"). The introduction of Jesus in John continues ... 01:00:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/introducing-jesus-mat-mark-luke-john-1-12-15-24/ Sun, 15 Dec 2024 15:38:36 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4557 Ken Carlton How do the Gospel writers introduce Jesus? The question of where to begin recounting the world's greatest narrative with an eternal back story would be a daunting task indeed. All 4 gospels begin in different ways providing a multi-faceted perspective on ... 00:56:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/finding-joy-in-the-atonement-romans-56-11-12-8-24/ Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:23:43 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4554 Gene Engisch In Romans chapter 5, verses 6-11, the apostle Paul expounds on the atonement. The condition we were in, how we are reconciled, and justified through Christ. Gods love for us is such that while we were still enemies of God, he sent his Son to take the puni... 00:37:42 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/marriage-counseling-i-corinthians-71-16-12-1-2024/ Sun, 01 Dec 2024 23:55:05 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4549 In I Cor chapter 7, Paul continues with his teaching strategy introduced in chapter 6. Adding to the phrases:  All things are lawful for me• & the phrase: -Food is meant for the stomach and the stomach for food', Paul addresses a 3rd popular notion... 00:49:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-way-of-life-proverbs-616-35-11-24-2024/ Sun, 24 Nov 2024 11:13:50 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4545 Ken Carlton Our passage today introduces another unique feature which will resurface later in the book of Proverbs. The ascending numerical device of verse 16 is a feature of Wisdom Literature & Hebrew poetry. The 6 followed by 7 reference is designed to emphasiz... 00:58:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/reinforce-vs-corrupt-proverbs-61-15-11-17-24/ Sun, 17 Nov 2024 11:07:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4542 Ken Carlton The first half of Proverbs chapter 6 contrasts the ambitions of the wise with the efforts of the wicked. The student of wisdom will work to reinforce a stable and virtuous vision for life while the fool uses corruption as leverage to benefit himself at th... 00:56:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heaven-earth-zion-11-10-24-psalm-134/ Sun, 10 Nov 2024 13:26:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4538 Ken Carlton Ps 134 is a fitting conclusion & crescendo to the Songs of Ascent summarizing central themes of this catalogue in the Psalter. In the context of temple worship at the time of authorship, Psalm 134 serves as an appropriate salutation and benediction. I... 00:57:41 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/expensive-holiness-i-corinthians-612-20-11-3-24/ Sun, 03 Nov 2024 01:49:20 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4534 Ken Carlton In I Cor 6:12-13, Paul cites several general statements that are context dependent. In light of what the Apostle has addressed thus far and what he proceeds to cover in this chapter, Paul provides categorical qualifications to equip the church with discer... 00:59:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-calling-to-biblical-womanhood-titus-21-5-10-27-24/ Sun, 27 Oct 2024 11:40:31 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4530 Gene Engisch In Titus chapter 2, Paul lays out the qualities and characteristics of the biblical woman. He gives instruction on how they are to conduct themselves, as well as instruction relevant to their God given role. Although men and women have different roles in ... 00:40:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/deathbed-wisdom-proverbs-5-10-20-24/ Sun, 20 Oct 2024 10:56:50 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4527 Ken Carlton We have noted how the entire book of Proverbs by design is an exposition of the 5th commandment (Ex20:12) “Honor your father & your mother...”. Properly applied within the covenant home, Solomon demonstrates that to obey this commandment is to obe... 00:52:51 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/treasury-bonds-psalm-133-10-13-24/ Sun, 13 Oct 2024 22:31:51 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4523 Ken Carlton The poetic imagery of this song evokes the beauty and blessings of condescension. Anointing oil poured from above, dew falling, as it were, from on high and appearing at the mountain of God where heaven touches earth. Ps 133 expounds in metaphor the preci... 00:54:32 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sacred-honor-i-corinthians-61-11-10-6-24/ Sun, 06 Oct 2024 01:41:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4519 Ken Carlton Yet today, despite the moral degradation of our society, in a court room the judge is referred to as “Your Honor”, to acknowledge the solemn duty and sacred authority of justice. If order breaks down at any point in the court proceedings, what does th... 00:54:51 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/1-timothy-31-7-a-calling-to-biblical-manhood-9-29-24/ Sun, 29 Sep 2024 00:53:58 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4516 Gene Engisch In 1 Timothy chapter 3, Paul lays out the qualifications required for church leadership. These are the standards set forth for a man to be in a position of authority in the church. But the qualities and characteristics of such a man, are also a good bench... 00:44:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/baptism-at-gilgal-joshua-31-13-9-22-24/ Sun, 22 Sep 2024 13:44:17 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4512 The concept of baptism precedes the New Testament church. If we told someone from the promised land generation of Israelites about our baptism here today, they would, no doubt, liken it to the events at Gilgal upon crossing the Jordan river into the promi... 00:49:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/life-preconditions-proverbs-4-9-15-24/ Sun, 15 Sep 2024 12:33:46 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4509 Ken Carlton Today's sermon title is derived from several verses in Proverbs chapter 4 which reveal the connection between the wellbeing of the student of wisdom and what the wise father endeavors to teach him. (4) “Keep my commandments and live”. (10) “...Accep... 00:59:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ascent-landmarks-psalm-132-9-8-2024/ Sun, 08 Sep 2024 22:53:00 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4505 Ken Carlton The final three songs of this division in the Psalter introduced by Psalm 132 all include references to the apex of the songs of the ascent. The destination and desire of every faithful pilgrim is poetically proclaimed in these songs. “May the Lord gran... 00:59:37 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-unleavened-church-i-corinthians-51-13-9-1-2024/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:54:38 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4502 Ken Carlton The next pressing issue Paul addresses after concluding his exhortation on the relationship between the congregation and their leaders and influences is one of blatant immorality exceeding the sexual misconduct of the unbelievers. There were reports of in... 00:53:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exodus-41-31-8-25-24-joe-boot/ Sun, 25 Aug 2024 00:51:08 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4497 01:08:29 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/priceless-commands-proverbs-321-35-8-18-24/ Sun, 18 Aug 2024 01:07:24 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4493 Ken Carlton Depending how you mark them, we have in our text today, the 5th extended “My son” oracle of Proverbs. The parallels between the book of Proverbs and the 10 commandments (Ex 20:1-17) abound and this passage is no exception. Like the Law of Moses, Solom... 00:59:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/like-a-weaned-child-psalm-131-8-11-24/ Sun, 11 Aug 2024 00:06:58 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4490 Ken Carlton As an ascent of David, Ps 131 is remarkably and appropriately brief. The length serves as a poetic device to emphasize the psalmist's main idea. If David were to go on and on expressing lengthy lamentations or desperate appeals, the form would contradict ... 00:56:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fools-for-christ-i-corinthians-49-20-8-4-24/ Sun, 04 Aug 2024 23:57:48 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4486 The occasion of Paul's opening remarks in I Cor chapters 1-4 came by way of distorted views of the nature of the church and her leadership. Many in Corinth had a corrupted view of the identity of church influencers and the relationship between these men a... 00:56:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/priceless-instruction-proverbs-311-20-7-28-24/ Sun, 28 Jul 2024 22:58:59 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4480 Ken Carlton Once again calling the attention of the student of wisdom in verse 11 with the adjuration "my son·: Solomon continues with an exposition of the virtues of wisdom in verses 11-20 of chapter 3. We find here, in the light of her great benefits, that wisdom ... 00:58:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fruitful-order-proverbs-31-10-7-21-24/ Sun, 21 Jul 2024 23:03:48 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4483 Ken Carlton The Third “My Son” oracle of Proverbs opens in chapter 3. Verses (1-10) comprise a set of 5 of condition/benefit couplets…followed by an exposition of the virtues of wisdom (11-26)…closing with a list of prohibitions and warnings (27-35).  Condit... 00:59:03 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/existential-hope-psalm-130-7-14-24/ Sun, 14 Jul 2024 23:17:23 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4476 Ken Carlton We are quite familiar with the term 'existential threat' these days. This term is appropriate with respect to our guilt before a holy God.  The existential hope published & heralded in Ps 130 is indeed our only prayer and this hope is unto eternity. ... 00:55:29 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/how-to-judge-7-7-2024-i-corinthians-41-13/ Sun, 07 Jul 2024 11:34:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4472 Ken Carlton The "temple vantage point" of Paul's instruction to the church in Corinth in chapter 3 extends to his applications in chapter four. In our text today, Paul writes to correct the view of the Corinthians toward apostolic ministry and authority. Once again, ... 00:59:27 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/critical-paths-psalm-28-6-30-2024/ Sun, 30 Jun 2024 14:21:33 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4467 Ken Carlton In our passage today, 11 mentions of path, way, or walk, highlight the through line metaphor of Solomon's 2nd "my son" oracle. The concern of wisdom applied has much to do with our way of life. The scriptures and wisdom demand an entirely new direction fo... 01:02:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/word-to-the-wise-proverbs-2-1-11-6-23-24/ Sun, 23 Jun 2024 22:59:08 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4464 Ken Carlton Our working definition for Biblical Wisdom is: "The communicable attribute of God equipping His people with skills for the art of Godly living". Proverbs Chapter 2 contains the second “My Son” oracle in the book of wisdom literature.  Here Solomon ma... 00:53:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/introducing-lady-wisdom-proverbs-120-33-6-16-24/ Sun, 16 Jun 2024 12:53:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4459 Ken Carlton Proverbs 1:20 introduces wisdom as a woman whose voice offers an appeal & invitation to live according to the ways of God.  This passage is the first of four ‘Lady Wisdom’ oracles in Proverbs.  In the first oracle (our text today) we are issued ... 00:59:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/song-for-the-afflicted-psalm-129-6-9-24/ Sun, 09 Jun 2024 01:15:29 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4453 Ken Carlton Psalm 129 addresses 2 groups of people: Israel and those who hate Zion. What of those who stand in the way of ascent? What should the nation do If Israel's enemies assail the peace and livelihood of the land thereby disrupting temple worship? Ps 129 ackno... 00:58:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/temple-vantage-point-i-corinthians-316-23-6-2-24/ Sun, 02 Jun 2024 23:36:00 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4448 Ken Carlton Writing to a church in peril, Paul expounds the implications of the indwelling Spirit for believers. If you are God's temple, what does that mean with reference to your relationship with the Lord? Furthermore, as the temple of God, how is your relationshi... 00:57:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/faith-peace-and-hope-romans-51-5-5-26-24/ Sun, 26 May 2024 14:23:13 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4445 Gene Engisch In chapter 5, Paul transitions in the book of Romans from a calling of repentance and delivering the Gospel, to encouragements, and a deeper understanding of justification. We see the fruits of justification, and the blessings we can expect if indeed we h... 00:34:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/moral-self-defense-proverbs-18-19-5-19-24-2/ Sun, 19 May 2024 13:45:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4442 Ken Carlton The first “my son” oracle in Proverbs serves as a warning against the self destructive and deceptive nature of sin.  Solomon takes as his example of wickedness, the plundering of innocent people.  This scenario serves additionally to illustrate the ... 00:56:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/moral-self-defense-proverbs-18-19-5-19-24/ Sun, 19 May 2024 00:34:47 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4439 Ken Carlton The first “my son” oracle in Proverbs serves as a warning against the self destructive and deceptive nature of sin.  Solomon takes as his example of wickedness, the plundering of innocent people.  This scenario serves additionally to illustrate the ... 00:56:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-blessing-of-fear-psalm-128-5-12-2024/ Sun, 12 May 2024 01:24:40 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4435 Ken Carlton The poetic context of Psalm 128 parallels passages from the prophets. Two examples might be Micah 4 and Zechariah 8. Our song today is a personalized confession and invocation of the redemption and hope found in Old Testament prophecies. Shining forth in ... 00:54:28 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/church-diagnosis-i-corinthians-31-15-5-5-24/ Sun, 05 May 2024 00:13:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4431 Ken Carlton Similar to a medical diagnosis of a hospitalized patient, Paul's synopsis of the church at Corinth includes a description of their condition as well as an explanation of how a healthy body is designed to operate. He uses three analogies in our text today ... 01:03:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-kings-manifesto-proverbs-11-7-4-28-24/ Sun, 28 Apr 2024 21:53:12 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4427 Ken Carlton If Biblical wisdom can be defined as the communicable attribute of God equipping his people with skills for the art of godly living, then the book of Proverbs reveals this aspect of God’s nature according to a 4-part structure. Chapters 1-7 open the boo... 00:59:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/how-to-read-proverbs-proverbs-30-4-21-24/ Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:42:17 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4422 Ken Carlton I Kings 3:9-12 documents Solomon’s famous request from God for wisdom to rule the kingdom of Israel after the death of his father David. Recognizing the weight of his calling: “your servant is in the midst of your people whom you have chosen, a great ... 00:55:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ascent-applied-psalm-127-4-14-24/ Sun, 14 Apr 2024 10:58:47 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4419 Ken Carlton Solomon proclaims in Psalm 127 that ascending in any area of life is conditional upon “vigilant providence” (Elicotts commentary). That is the providence of God, not as a set of impersonal systems, but the proactive favor of the Lord.  Consider this ... 01:01:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-holy-spirit-difference-i-corinthians-210-16-4-7-24/ Sun, 07 Apr 2024 19:12:05 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4413 Ken Carlton Our recent resurrection themed sermon began with Ezekiel's vision of dry bones. Here in chapter 37:9-10, it was the breath of God picturing the power and means of His Holy Spirit that infused life into the human remains. The prophecy provides a fitting im... 01:00:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/resurrection-history-ezekiel-371-14-3-31-24/ Sun, 31 Mar 2024 15:15:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4409 Ken Carlton Building on our theme from “Palm Sunday”, today we consider milestones marking the covenant history of the hope of life after death. Just as the message of Jesus' triumphal entry is magnified upon the realization of a prophetic pattern in scripture, s... 00:51:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/triumphal-history-matthew-211-14-3-24-24/ Sun, 24 Mar 2024 14:24:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4406 Ken Carlton My thesis today is 2-fold: FIRST: the message of Palm Sunday is magnified upon the realization of a prophetic pattern in scripture & SECOND: Palm Sunday signals the great hero archetype of history.  In support of proposition one: There is a prophetic... 00:54:29 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-world-a-genesis-overview-genesis-21-17-3-17-24/ Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:16:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4403 Ken Carlton The book of Genesis is separated by two major historical context divisions. The 1st includes chapters 1-11 involving the state of all the world before and after both the fall of man and the great flood. The 2nd includes chapters 12-50 which follow the fam... 01:01:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fortunes-restored-psalm-126-3-10-24/ Sun, 10 Mar 2024 14:12:20 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4400 Ken Carlton Psalm 126 features a hope of ascent sufficient to endure trials of destitution and exile.  This is a song fitting for the covenantal terms prophetically revealed by Moses in Dt 4: 25-31. Here the prophet, declares before witnesses that the consequences o... 01:00:28 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/testifying-to-god-i-corinthians-21-9-3-3-24/ Sun, 03 Mar 2024 13:48:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4396 Ken Carlton As Paul prepares to address more issues at the church in Corinth, he testifies to Jesus Christ as the wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption of the universal church (1:30). Paul will go on to expand upon these themes in the context of prese... 00:56:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/god-will-visit/ Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:22:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4391 Ken Carlton An overview of Joseph’s life reveals striking parallels in his calling & ministry to the person and work of Jesus. Jesus was the ultimate Messiah stooping low to save His people.  Joseph is an early messianic prototype joining the testimony of Melc... 00:51:12 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/grace-the-last-word-2-18-2024-genesis-5015-21/ Sun, 18 Feb 2024 12:51:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4388 Ken Carlton Now that Jacob has finally died, nothing stands between Joseph and his revenge, or so his brother feared. Of all the riveting events In the life of Joseph, from his sensational prophetic dreams, to the betrayal of his brother, to his rise to international... 00:55:56 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mountains-of-zion-psalm-125-2-11-24/ Sun, 11 Feb 2024 01:09:20 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4385 Ken Carlton The vantage point of the mountains in proximity to Jerusalem serve as a stage for the proclamations (Mt. Sinai, Mt. Carmel) and purposes of God (Mt. Moriah, Calvary) throughout covenant history. We can easily imagine our author inspired to write this song... 00:53:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christ-crucified-i-corinthians-111-31-2-4-24/ Sun, 04 Feb 2024 01:19:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4381 Ken Carlton What was to be the basis for the same mind and judgment that would establish the unifying principle among believers in Corinth? Paul had received reports of schism within the church.  Factions were developing around various burgeoning ministries in the e... 00:58:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-faithful-death-genesis-4928-5014-1-28-24/ Sun, 28 Jan 2024 01:33:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4377 Ken Carlton Much of Jacob’s life bore testimony to the grace of God in spite of his own frailties and failures.  By his own accounting before Pharaoh he declared (47:9) “…Few and evil have been the days of the years of my life, and they have not attained to th... 00:54:41 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rachels-sons-genesis-4922-27-1-21-24/ Sun, 21 Jan 2024 14:08:23 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4373 Ken Carlton Jacob's dying song prophesies that the sons of Rachel will be incorporated in the legacy and blessings of all future national Israel. Ephraim's name, as the prominent son of Joseph, will become synonymous with the ten northern tribes, and Benjamin will jo... 00:51:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/public-square-worship-psalm-124-1-14-2024/ Sun, 14 Jan 2024 13:12:47 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4370 Ken Carlton A song of ascent written by King David. Ps 124 is a worship song and a national anthem. It was written by Israel's godly king and it stands as a universal call to worship. In this installment, the songs of ascent shift to the 2nd person perspective direct... 00:58:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/identity-livelihood-i-corinthians-13-10-1-7-24/ Sun, 07 Jan 2024 01:33:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4366 Ken Carlton Anticipating much of what he will expand later by way of correction and instruction, Paul introduces church essentials here in the spirit of affirmation. A quote from one commentary (JFB) notes: “Chrysostom remarks that the name of Christ is oftener men... 00:50:12 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/hope-grows-brighter-genesis-4913-21-12-31-23/ Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:47:17 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4362 Ken Carlton Our sermon title proclaims the message of history. With each year that passes, the consummation of the kingdom of God looms ever closer. In accordance with the reality of God’s sovereign plan unfolding in time according to His eternal decree, so the lig... 00:56:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/shepherds-lament-genesis-4918-22-26-12-24-23/ Sun, 24 Dec 2023 22:42:29 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4358 Ken Carlton Following the theme from last week's sermon: “Shepherd’s Lament” from Ps 123 and returning to our text in Genesis 49, we trace the yearning for salvation language back further still to the patriarchal era of covenant history.  (Review) Lament: �... 00:45:51 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/shepherds-lament-12-17-23-psalm-123/ Sun, 17 Dec 2023 23:01:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4354 Ken Carlton There are advent connections to Psalm 123 to bracket our message today. Throughout the prophets and in particular Jeremiah's “Lamentations”, the reader encounters a striking tone of sadness coloring so much of this Old Testament literature. While hope... 00:54:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-holy-priesthood-providence-community-church-12-10-23-1-peter-21-5/ Sun, 10 Dec 2023 01:14:02 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4350 Gene Engisch Peter describes the believer as a Holy Priesthood. If we are born again, we will be transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit to be a Holy Priesthood. But what does that look like? How are we to conduct ourselves, and how are we to walk in the Spirit? I... 00:38:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/dear-corinth-i-corinthians-11-9-12-3-23/ Sun, 03 Dec 2023 23:15:00 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4346 Ken Carlton Paul introduces his letter to the Corinthian church by setting forth the ideal. His affirmation and description of the church is inspiring and fundamental, drawing the attention of his readers to the glory of God revealed through the body He establishes a... 00:41:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/judahs-king-genesis-498-12-11-26-23/ Sun, 26 Nov 2023 00:31:41 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4341 Ken Carlton In Jacob's dying song we revisit a great theme of the book of Genesis: 'The Significant Son'. Remember the hope of Genesis 3:15? The woman's son would crush the serpents head. Perhaps Adam and Eve where hopeful that their first born Cain would be their sa... 00:47:51 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-dying-song-genesis-491-12-11-19-23/ Sun, 19 Nov 2023 20:58:05 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4338 Ken Carlton A subtitle for today's message could be: “Patriarchal Prophecy”. Consider the significant context of these events recorded in Genesis chapters 48 & 49. Jacob has called a family reunion for the purpose of prophetic declaration. Assembling his sons... 00:50:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/migrant-worshippers-psalm-122-11-12-23/ Sun, 12 Nov 2023 12:35:40 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4335 Ken Carlton What event might have marked the singing of the very first song of ascent in its historical context? Who might be its author and singer? I submit a compelling case can be made for King David and the events of II Sam 6. Here, upon the king's direction, the... 00:56:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jude-overview-jude-1-25-11-5-23/ Sun, 05 Nov 2023 12:32:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4332 Ken Carlton This message is our 13th sermon from the short, yet powerful epistle of Jude. Once a month, for more than a year, we have considered in detail the implications an applications of Jude's instructions to the church. Today we will seek to place these themes ... 00:46:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/obedience-through-faith-acts-91-20-10-29-23/ Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:17:44 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4328 In the flesh, we are utterly hopeless in our sin. It is not until God intervenes and sets us free from that sin, that we can truly live. But following Christ has a cost. Through obedience in faith we are truly blessed and can live according to the Spirit.... 00:45:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/godly-heritage-genesis-4815-492-10-22-23/ Sun, 22 Oct 2023 23:33:12 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4323 Ken Carlton Genesis 33:19-20 records a modest land purchase secured by Jacob no doubt representing a down payment or planted flag heralding a return to the land in future generations. This is just one example of an easily forgotten detail in the text that finds its s... 00:59:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/testimony-in-death-genesis-481-16-10-15-23/ Sun, 15 Oct 2023 01:44:25 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4317 Ken Carlton Jacob's eyes are dim with age as he approaches death's door at 147 years. However, the eyes of his faith clearly see far beyond the grave, growing sharper with age. Jacob leaves his family and the reader with this noble testimony in these latter chapters ... 00:52:47 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/surpassing-peace-psalm-121-10-8-23/ Sun, 08 Oct 2023 12:15:50 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4313 Ken Carlton Paul speaks of a peace that passes understanding in our worship text today (Phil 4:7). This promise of superior peace via the Gospel which inspired and encouraged the early church was not a concept novel to the New Testament however. Rest of soul secured ... 01:03:42 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-nature-of-god-jude-24-25-10-1-23/ Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:06:11 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4309 Jude's letter provides a model for Godly worship in the form of confession, song, prayer, and proclamation in his final words. Verse 24-25 of his epistle contain one of the most beloved doxologies of the church. Though brief in its expression, this saluta... 00:54:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-peoples-contrast/ Sun, 24 Sep 2023 00:58:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4305 We've considered the 2nd half of Gen 47 in light of the contrasts of 2 nations: Egypt at the time of this exile through the period of Exodus Vs. Israel as established under Moses and evident in Jacob's family at this time. We have noted thus far a contras... 00:56:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/egypt-vs-israel-ii/ Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:51:39 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4301 Ken Carlton Central to my thesis on this text is the difference in fortunes between the citizens of Egypt and the covenant family under the administration of Joseph (v:20-21 & 27). The taxation policies and the slavery of the people under famine conditions is the... 00:53:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/cry-of-ascent/ Sun, 10 Sep 2023 12:59:18 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4294 Ken Carlton Psalm 120 introduces the 'Psalms of Ascent' section of the Psalter. Chapters 120-134 share this title which can be translated 'degrees', 'steps', or an upward direction or trajectory. Many have taken this collection as a hymnal to accompany the pilgrimage... 00:58:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/last-words/ Sun, 03 Sep 2023 00:27:38 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4291 Ken Carlton There was a piece of paper clasped in the hands of Stanley Clark when he was buried several years ago. The piece of paper reads: “Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of His glory with great ... 00:53:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/early-church-emulation/ Sun, 27 Aug 2023 15:59:23 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4298 Gene Engisch 00:44:12 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/egypt-vs-israel-part-1/ Sun, 20 Aug 2023 15:43:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4287 Ken Carlton An explicit contrast is drawn in Genesis 47 between the inhabitants of Egypt and the sojourning Hebrews in verse 27. This is a surprising detail given the context and draws attention to the distinctions that God will sovereignly maintain and establish bet... 00:47:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/taw-the-trial-of-wandering/ Sun, 13 Aug 2023 00:25:04 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4283 Today concludes 22 months of preaching once a month through Ps 119. Each stanza of 8 verses corresponding to the Hebrew alphabet comprises the greatest of all acrostic psalms and perhaps the most extraordinary hymn in all of history. Even the most gifted ... 00:55:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mercy-fear-jude-16-23/ Sun, 06 Aug 2023 00:58:43 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4279 Ken Carlton Today completes our Jude mini series comparing & contrasting descriptions of the ungodly vs. admonitions to the holy in verses 16-23. In the interest of equipping the church to triumph over all her enemies, Jude and his fellow laborers wrote to the ea... 00:55:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/blessings-in-egypt-genesis-471-17/ Sun, 30 Jul 2023 00:24:03 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4276 Ken Carlton The time has come to approach the courts of Pharaoh. Naturally speaking, it is hard to imagine a more intimidating set of circumstances for Jacob and his sons save one detail. Facing immanent starvation, this tribe is desperate for provisions and has trav... 00:53:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sin-shin-the-trial-of-tyranny-psalm-119161-168/ Sun, 23 Jul 2023 21:47:57 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4271 Ken Carlton The 2nd to last Hebrew letter in the alphabet opening each eight verses of our text in its original language signal the 21st and 2nd to last stanza in the great acrostic song of all literature. The Psalmist, according to the structure of a life journey mo... 00:55:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-verifiable-faith-romans-41-12/ Sun, 16 Jul 2023 23:22:55 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4267 Gene Engisch 00:44:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mercy-fire-jude-16-23/ Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:05:02 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4260 Ken Carlton The context of Jude's admonitions summarized in key words taken for the title of this sermon are clarifying truths to reinforce the faith of the believer. There is amazing and eternal grace in Christ for the saints, albeit this mercy is weighty indeed. It... 00:47:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-great-nation-genesis-468-34-providence-community-church-sermon/ Sun, 25 Jun 2023 23:48:05 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4255 Ken Carlton Matthew 13:31-32 records a brief yet descriptive parable of the nature of the kingdom of God: “...the kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and sowed in his field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but when it has grown it is ... 00:51:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/under-the-tamarisk-tree-genesis-461-7/ Sun, 18 Jun 2023 01:01:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4252 Ken Carlton The first mention of Beersheba in the scriptures involves Abraham and a covenant established with a neighboring king. Abraham commemorates this event by planting a tamarisk tree as a memorial presumably for future generations, who will appreciate all the ... 00:54:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/resh-the-trial-of-slavery-psalm-119153-160/ Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:27:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4248 Ken Carlton Each of the original Hebrew verses of stanza 20 begin with the letter 'resh' as the testimony of the sufficiency of God's Word marks yet another chapter in the journey of the believing author even through the darkest of trials. While stanza 19's theme res... 00:50:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/love-mercy-jude-16-23/ Sun, 04 Jun 2023 23:29:39 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4245 Ken Carlton Jude's admonitions to the church continue toward his goal of equipping true believers to identify and oppose any who would seek to diminish or deny the glory, majesty, dominion, and authority of Jesus Christ our Lord. This equipping involves discernment s... 01:00:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/genesis-4418-34-judahs-intercession/ Sun, 28 May 2023 01:37:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4240 Ken Carlton Men who once sold their brother into slavery motivated by resentment, now offer one of their own as a servant to liberate their father's remaining favored son from bondage. A dramatic stress-tested example of repentance indeed. In the case of Joseph, he w... 00:52:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/father-to-pharaoh-genesis-451-11/ Sun, 21 May 2023 00:38:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4235 Ken Carlton Central themes of the Joseph narrative are prominently featured in this text. Now at age 39, Joseph is able to clearly see the precise & sovereign handiwork ordering his life circumstances for the higher good and the glory of God. Suspense has been bu... 01:01:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/qoph-the-trial-of-malice-psalm-119145-152/ Sun, 14 May 2023 00:36:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4231 Ken Carlton Each verse of the original Hebrew beginning with the letter 'qoph' serves to emphasize the sufficiency of God's Word as the compelling interest of our souls in the 19th stanza of the great acrostic hymn, Psalm 119. The theme of this stanza rests upon the ... 00:47:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/faith-building-jude-16-23/ Sun, 07 May 2023 00:20:52 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4227 Ken Carlton These days discernment may be the least popular yet most needed of all spiritual disciplines to stay true to the faith once and for all delivered to us in the Holy Scriptures. Jude's exhortations to his believing readers anticipate the challenges we face ... 01:00:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/romans-3-1931-the-fallen-state-of-man/ Sun, 30 Apr 2023 01:19:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4223 Gene Engisch In the second half of Romans 3, Paul transitions to the Gospel, and the hope we have in Christ. He declares that justification is by faith alone in Jesus Christ, to all who believe. We cannot be saved by our works, but solely by faith in Jesus Christ, whi... 00:42:29 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/judahs-intercession-genesis-4418-34/ Sun, 23 Apr 2023 23:49:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4219 Ken Carlton Men who once sold their brother into slavery motivated by resentment, now offer one of their own as a servant to liberate their father's remaining favored son from bondage. A dramatic stress-tested example of repentance indeed. In the case of Joseph, he w... 00:55:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/tsadhe-the-trial-of-trouble-psalm-119137-144/ Sun, 16 Apr 2023 00:05:15 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4215 Ken Carlton The righteousness of Yahweh is a six time repeated theme in the 18th stanza of Ps 119 – the great acrostic celebration of covenant revelation. Here each original verse beginning with the Hebrew letter 'tsadhe' extols the sufficiency of the Word of God i... 00:54:56 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-2nd-resurrection-sermon-acts-311-26/ Sun, 09 Apr 2023 16:49:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4210 Ken Carlton Verses 1-11 of Acts chapter 3 mark the occasion and context of Peter's 2nd sermon in the record of the early church. Elicott writes in his commentary regarding the setting: “The approaches of the temple, like those of modern mosques, were commonly thron... 00:57:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/you-must-remember-jude-16-23/ Sun, 02 Apr 2023 21:07:41 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4206 Ken Carlton In the interest of providing the church with means to discern and oppose anyone or any idea that would deny or diminish the glory, majesty, dominion, and authority of Jesus Christ, Jude's epistle highlights distinctions between the holy and the ungodly, t... 00:57:37 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/test-testimony-genesis-441-17/ Sun, 19 Mar 2023 00:13:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4201 Ken Carlton The record of Joseph's rule and reign continues in chapter 44 as we read of the next step in Joseph's elaborate design to test his brother's heart and character. Joseph's rule is moving men to heart change, restoration of conscience, personal responsibili... 00:58:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/pe-the-trial-of-dominion-psalm-119129-136/ Sun, 12 Mar 2023 00:22:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4197 Ken Carlton Organized in the original language under the Hebrew letter 'pe', the 17th stanza of Ps 119 continues to extol the glory and sufficiency of the covenant revelation of the Lord. The Psalmist sings of the wonderful testimonies of the Lord, His unfolding word... 00:54:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/holy-vs-ungodly-jude-14-15/ Sun, 05 Mar 2023 23:37:15 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4192 Ken Carlton In his painstaking though brief effort to provide thorough context for discernment – Jude introduces an anecdote from a well known Jewish extra-Biblical work from the 1st or 2nd century B.C.. In this ancient document, the shadowy Old Testament patriarch... 00:58:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/josephs-rule-reign-genesis-4326-34/ Sun, 26 Feb 2023 22:19:28 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4187 Ken Carlton In Genesis 37:8 Moses records the incredulous reaction of Joseph's brothers when they hear of his dream of sheaves bowing before his own. “Are you indeed to reign over us? Or are you indeed to rule over us?” They exclaim. The record continues: “So t... 00:50:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-famine-genesis-43-1-25/ Sun, 19 Feb 2023 15:16:24 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4184 The testimony of Jacob recorded in our text today prompts the question: Is a life threatening hardship any less of a tool in the hands of the Lord than glorious angelic visitation via dream? While we would surely prefer the 2nd means, it is undoubtedly th... 01:01:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ayin-the-trial-of-oppression-psalm-119121-128/ Sun, 12 Feb 2023 00:58:36 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4180 Ken Carlton In stanza 19 of literature's greatest acrostic song, our author continues crying out to God for salvation in spite of his enemies. He implores the Lord to rescue him from his oppressors. Each verse of his cry begins with the letter: 'Ayin' in the original... 00:58:12 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/enemy-illustrations-jude-12-13/ Sun, 05 Feb 2023 23:28:51 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4176 Ken Carlton Jude, in admonishing the church of all ages, writes to equip his sincere readers to contend for the once for all, immutable faith delivered to the saints of all ages. His brief letter nevertheless contains thorough training for the believer to discern and... 00:56:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/genesis-4221-38-the-grace-of-guilt/ Sun, 29 Jan 2023 23:49:37 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4173 Ken Carlton Joseph's brothers confess: “In truth we are guilty concerning our brother...”. How is the divinely decreed path of life's circumstances leading Joseph and his brothers at this time? This text illustrates how the grace of guilt is moving the brothers t... 00:53:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/romans-31-8-a-just-judge/ Sun, 22 Jan 2023 23:39:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4170 Gene Engisch 00:31:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/down-to-egypt-genesis-421-20/ Sun, 15 Jan 2023 01:31:53 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4166 Ken Carlton At least 20 years have passed since Joseph and his family parted ways under horrific circumstances involving human trafficking, slave1y, deception, and jealousy. During this time, Joseph, having thrived in spite of all this, has risen to rule as 2nd in co... 00:57:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/amekh-the-trial-of-fire-psalm-119113-120/ Sun, 08 Jan 2023 01:01:05 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4162 Ken Carlton Each verse of stanza 15 in the great acrostic psalm begins with the Hebrew letter 'samekh' in the original language emphasizing the sufficiency of the Word of God even through trials involving the double minded, the wicked, and evil doers. The psalmist mu... 00:54:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/what-holiness-demands-jude-9-11/ Sun, 01 Jan 2023 22:48:50 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4156 Ken Carlton For today's message, we review a summary theme of Jude's letter taking his final verse in conjunction with his reason for writing: Christians are called to contend for the faith by discerning and opposing anything that denies the glory, majesty, dominion,... 01:05:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heavens-gates-advent-genesis-2810-17/ Sun, 25 Dec 2022 00:42:57 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4151 Ken Carlton Tying in messages from last year and in keeping with our advent theme: “the significance of incarnation events magnified from scriptural cross references”, today's message picks up where we left off at Christmas last year exploring the fulfillment of ... 00:54:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/melchizedek-advent-psalm-148/ Sun, 18 Dec 2022 01:19:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4147 Ken Carlton Today we continue with our advent theme: “the significance of incarnation events magnified from scriptural cross references.” To illustrate the prophetic weight of Old Testament texts anticipating the unique nature of the Messiah to come – today's m... 00:56:46 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/cosmic-invocation-psalm-148/ Sun, 11 Dec 2022 23:58:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4143 The poetic movement of Ps 148 is a descending invocation issued from the throne room of glory. As the decree travels through the realms of creation, the call to worship is echoed and heeded in each domain as the message condescends to earth. The call 1st ... 00:56:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sodom-vs-shepherds-jude-8-luke-28-20/ Sun, 04 Dec 2022 00:15:47 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4138 Ken Carlton First century Jewish historian 'Philo' documents smoke still rising from the site of Sodom and Gomorrah's destruction in his day. For centuries in its geographic situation and for all time in the Word of God, Sodom and Gomorrah smolder as a type and fores... 00:59:03 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-spirit-filled-statesman-genesis-4145-57/ Sun, 27 Nov 2022 23:52:53 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4133 Ken Carlton Not since the 1st pages of Genesis have we heard reference to the 'Ruach of Elohim' (The Spirit of God), until now as the Pharaoh of Egypt testifies of the character of Joseph recognizing the Spirit of God abiding in this Hebrew slave. Significant moments... 00:53:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rising-sheaf-genesis-4133-45/ Sun, 20 Nov 2022 00:01:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4129 Ken Carlton The great theme of Joseph's life and calling is signaled by the turning point in his fortunes recorded in chapter 41 of Genesis. Here his 'messianic ascension' from the place of humiliation comes to pass suddenly & dramatically. Joseph's testimony set... 00:54:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/nun-the-trial-of-mortal-psalm-119105-112/ Sun, 13 Nov 2022 01:38:31 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4126 Ken Carlton John 11:25 reads: “Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” Verse 26 continues recording Jesus' words to Martha concerning her beloved brother Lazarus who has died: “& e... 00:59:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-call-to-arms-jude-1-7/ Sun, 06 Nov 2022 23:51:42 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4122 Ken Carlton The epistle of Jude contains striking parallels to the 2nd letter of Peter. So much so that most scholars assume these two books shared source material. II Peter chapter two conveys the same concerns as Jude's letter and cites identical references to emph... 01:06:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heavens-fire-alarm-genesis-411-32/ Sun, 30 Oct 2022 23:40:40 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4117 Ken Carlton We estimate Joseph is now around 30 years of age. He has been in Egypt for some 12 years and 2 years have passed in the pit of Poitiphar's prison since he interpreted the cupbearer and baker's dreams with a plea that they remember him. In the perfect timi... 00:55:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-prophet-providence-genesis-40/ Sun, 23 Oct 2022 22:53:03 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4114 Ken Carlton One might wonder what sheaves, heavenly bodies, grapes, cake baskets, cattle, and grain have in common in the life of Joseph. The answer is that all of these were the subject of dreams he encountered either by revelation or interpretation. We learn in Gen... 00:58:42 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/josephs-troubles-genesis-39/ Sun, 16 Oct 2022 00:15:16 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4110 Ken Carlton In John 16:33 Jesus is encouraging His disciples: “I have said these things to you that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation, but take heart; I have overcome the world.” Ps 105:16-23 summarizes the anointing of Joseph and t... 00:56:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mem-the-trial-of-deceit-psalm-11997-104/ Sun, 09 Oct 2022 18:21:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4107 Ken Carlton The 13th stanza in the great acrostic Psalm introduces the theme of the sufficiency of God's word for the trial of deception with the Hebrew letter 'mem'. This passage also introduces a rare word translated 'meditation' used only 3 times in the Bible, onc... 00:54:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/doers-of-the-law-romans-212-29/ Sun, 02 Oct 2022 00:03:27 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4103 Gene Engisch 00:35:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/judahs-troubles-genesis-38/ Sun, 25 Sep 2022 23:46:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4099 Ken Carlton Jacob's household continues to be marked by covenant dysfunction and infidelity. Now in the second generation, his 4th son – Judah - through whom the genealogy of hope would continue, is caught up in a whirlwind of rebellion, debauchery, deception, trau... 00:55:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/true-treasure-matthew-619-24/ Sun, 18 Sep 2022 00:00:28 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4095 Dave Ingebretson 00:49:41 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ethiopia-missions-update/ Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:30:31 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4092 00:33:41 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lamedh-trial-of-scheming-enemies-psalm-11989-96/ Sun, 11 Sep 2022 11:28:56 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4089 Ken Carlton Each verse of the 12th stanza of Psalm 119 begins with the 12th letter in the Hebrew alphabet in the original text. In this collection of 8 verses the psalmist reassures his soul and thereby proclaims to his readers the sufficiency of the Word of God for ... 00:53:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/righteous-judgement-romans-128-211/ Sun, 04 Sep 2022 01:11:55 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4085 Gene Engisch 00:30:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-wrath-on-sinful-man-romans-118-32/ Sun, 28 Aug 2022 15:47:07 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4082 Gene Engisch 00:33:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/joseph-betrayed-genesis-3712-36/ Sun, 21 Aug 2022 00:07:23 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4078 Ken Carlton f deliverance via messianic ascension summarizes Joseph's legacy, it makes sense that the opening chapters of his story would reference low points in his life. Joseph eventually arises to rule in Egypt but he does so leaving a pit, slavery, betrayal, inca... 00:56:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kaph-the-trial-of-persecution-psalm-119-8188/ Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:26:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4075 The 11th stanza of the greatest song in literature marks the half way point in the Hebrew alphabet and this acrostic poem. The presenting trial is persecution and the 91st reference to covenant revelation adds further weight to the great theme applied to ... 00:54:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/knowledge-grace-ii-peter-11-4-317-18/ Sun, 07 Aug 2022 01:16:55 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4071 Ken Carlton The urgency of Peter's 2nd letter is compelled by two factors we learn in context. The first is Peter's sense of his own approaching death. The second is the presence of false teachers among the early church. Peter's primary reasons for writing are illumi... 00:55:33 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/josephs-calling-genesis-371-11/ Sun, 31 Jul 2022 00:08:32 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4067 Ken Carlton Where are we in the book of Genesis? The 10th and final appearance of the phrase: “These are the generations” provides opportunity to situate the account of Joseph in context. The book of Genesis is structured around scene changes, turning points, or ... 01:00:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/live-by-faith-romans-11-17/ Sun, 24 Jul 2022 23:56:55 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4064 Gene Engisch 00:31:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/birthright-exile-genesis-36/ Sun, 17 Jul 2022 00:08:38 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4060 Ken Carlton Chapter 36 in Genesis signals a transition to the final climactic section of the first book of Moses. The last we encountered the phrase: “these are the generations” was in chapter 25. The circumstances are remarkably similar. The patriarch Abraham br... 00:55:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/yodh-the-trial-of-slander-psalm-11973-80/ Sun, 10 Jul 2022 23:58:52 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4056 Ken Carlton Each verse of the 10th stanza of the great acrostic song begins, in the original language, with the 10th letter of the Hebrew alphabet – 'yodh'. As the Psalmist's trying journey continues, he finds himself facing slander ffrom his and the Lord's enemies... 00:52:22 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/proactive-waiting-ii-peter-310-18/ Sun, 03 Jul 2022 00:25:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4053 Ken Carlton A central theme of Peter's admonitions to the early church facing the challenges of Christian faithfulness in their day is the necessity of a 'reckoning perspective'. His closing remarks reiterate and expand this concept and provide his readers an answer ... 01:01:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-troubles-genesis-3516-29/ Sun, 26 Jun 2022 00:15:52 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4050 Ken Carlton Jacob's life experience includes dramatic events of blessing and sorrow. Having welcomed the visitation of God Himself at Bethel for a 2nd time, Jacob leaves the 'gates of heaven' only to encounter great tragedy. Bitter providences soon visit the covenant... 00:50:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/baptism-testimonies/ Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:07:13 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4046 Ken Carlton 00:10:40 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/baptism-significance-rom-6-2-14-1-cor-12-27-27-acts-1-4-11/ Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:06:26 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4043 Ken Carlton Why should I be baptized? The new believer may sincerely ask. The Biblical answer to this question can be as simple as: “Jesus commanded we be baptized in His name. However, the full range of the significance, importance, and benefit of baptism extend t... 00:47:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/teth-the-trial-of-false-witness-psalm-11965-72/ Sun, 12 Jun 2022 00:12:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4039 Ken Carlton Each verse of the 9th stanza of the great acrostic psalm begins with the Hebrew letter: 'teth'. Our author has learned painstakingly through the discipline of affliction that the covenant revelation of God is sufficient for the trial of false witness. He ... 00:46:06 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/whats-the-difference/ Sun, 05 Jun 2022 01:05:49 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4035 Ken Carlton Peter's admonition to the New Testament church draws on perspectives in light of the 'Day of the Lord'. This concept, thoroughly expounded in the prophets, was key to arresting the attention of a self-centered and easily distracted people. Peter exhorts t... 00:59:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-pillars-genesis-3513-20/ Sun, 29 May 2022 22:22:50 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4031 Ken Carlton Jacob has set up 4 pillars as recorded in scripture. We have noted that these stones serve as “monolithic monuments of covenant remembrance and testimony”. The use of stones to signify the important and the permanent is not unique to Jacob. We are rem... 00:51:49 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/bethel-revisited-genesis-356-15/ Sun, 22 May 2022 11:12:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4026 Ken Carlton Today's text recounts another life changing moment for Jacob in 'Bethel' – a place he named: “The House of God”. It is here where he set up his first pillar (28:18) which had doubled for a pillow as he dreamed of the gates of heaven flung open to ex... 00:55:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/facing-the-hivites-genesis-341-355/ Sun, 15 May 2022 12:13:37 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4022 Ken Carlton The frailty of Jacob continues to plague him in Canaan. In these tragic events at Shechem, Jacob faces challenges presented by pagan neighbors, wandering and lawless children, and his own moral weakness in the face of trial. Jacob, the unqualified patriar... 00:56:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heth-the-trial-of-captivity-psalm-11957-64/ Sun, 08 May 2022 22:24:47 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4018 Ken Carlton The eighth stanza of the Bible' s great acrostic Psalm assures the singer that the Word/Covenant revelation of God is sufficient for the trial of captivity. Verse 61 describes conditions that try the soul of the believer as “the cords of the wicked” e... 00:56:37 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/brotherly-love-in-the-church-1-corinthians-13/ Sun, 01 May 2022 11:34:23 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4015 Gene Engisch 00:39:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-1st-resurrection-sermon-acts-222-38/ Sun, 17 Apr 2022 22:15:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4010 Ken Carlton Filled with the Holy Spirit, Peter's Pentecost sermon proclaims Jesus incarnate, crucified, resurrected, and ascended. Peter's message was preceded by Jesus' own self disclosure and covenant revelation in Luke 24:13-35. On this occasion between His resurr... 00:57:19 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/zayin-the-trial-of-law-breakers-psalm-11949-56/ Sun, 10 Apr 2022 22:25:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=4004 Ken Carlton The 7th Hebrew letter and the 7th stanza of the great acrostic song in the psalter declares to the reader that the word of God is sufficient for the test of insolent and derisive law breakers. While the author of this text remains a mystery to us, it is e... 00:59:46 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/enemies-by-nature-ii-peter-214-22/ Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:33:53 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3999 Ken Carlton The apostle opens this warning section of his epistle with a brief profile of false teachers in chapter 2 verses 1-3. He follow this summary with a reckoning perspective to encourage the true church in spite of her enemies in verses 4-10. In this section ... 00:54:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/facing-god-genesis-3213-32/ Sun, 27 Mar 2022 00:30:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3995 Ken Carlton The setting, characters, and conflict in this account continue to provide a stage for the revelation of God to and through His covenant son Jacob (soon to be named Israel). Half way between the Sea of Galilee to the north and the Dead Sea to the south, th... 00:53:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/two-camps-genesis-321-12/ Sun, 20 Mar 2022 01:55:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3990 Ken Carlton Jacob's exodus continues escorted by heavenly hosts. This chapter in the patriarch’s experience continues to feature redemptive patterns reinforcing the Gospel through the life and calling of the covenant son. The back story of conflict with his brother... 00:54:49 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gene-and-marissa-engisch-share-mexico-missionary-trip/ Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:35:48 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3987 Gene and Marissa Engisch Share Mexico Missionary Trip 00:28:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/waw-the-trial-of-scoffers-psalm-11941-48/ Sun, 13 Mar 2022 00:27:49 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3983 Ken Carlton The 6th stanza of the great acrostic psalm presents 8 verses beginning with the Hebrew letter 'Waw' in the original language. The great theme of the psalm namely: 'the sufficiency of the Word of God' is illustrated in this section with a 5th example. Our ... 00:51:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/reckoning-perpspective-ii-peter-24-14/ Sun, 06 Mar 2022 21:45:11 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3978 Ken Carlton If the present remnant of God's covenant people are not deceived by their imminent enemies, they are nevertheless often discouraged at their apparent power. Peter writes to a small number called to stand against an anti-Christ horde. To encourage and equi... 00:59:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ebenezer-covenant-genesis-3136-55/ Sun, 27 Feb 2022 23:03:39 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3973 Ken Carlton “Ebenezer” means 'stone of help'. Aspects of this covenant arrangement between Jacob and Laban including its memorial monument and location will prove significant in ways these two could never have imagined. Nevertheless, the redemptive purposes of Go... 00:54:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/plans-of-god-vs-man-genesis-3117-35/ Sun, 20 Feb 2022 00:00:42 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3969 As events of Jacob's departure from Paddan-Aram unto Canaan unfold, sinful and flawed patterns of behavior continue to mark the journey. Clearly Jacob's spiritual maturity is still a work in progress, while the actions of his wife and father in law remain... 00:59:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/he-the-trial-of-worldly-temptations-psalm-11933-40/ Sun, 13 Feb 2022 00:26:52 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3964 Ken Carlton As our Psalm has opened with dual themes of the sufficiency of the Word of God and the trying journey of life, it seems fitting that the author would add to the record the presenting trial of worldly temptations. Combining the challenges of verses 26, 37 ... 00:53:40 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fight-the-good-fight-1-kings-20/ Sun, 06 Feb 2022 23:26:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3961 Dave Ingebretson no notes available. 00:32:40 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-repentance-genesis-311-17/ Sun, 30 Jan 2022 00:36:33 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3956 Ken Carlton As we have observed, one of the intriguing paradoxes of the life of Jacob is the prominence his legacy represents in spite of the troubled life he led. As such, the testimony of Jacob is one of remarkable grace. This is recognized not just by observers re... 00:55:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-resolve-genesis-311-16/ Sun, 23 Jan 2022 23:07:08 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3951 Ken Carlton Jacob has been long suffering in service to his conniving father in law. Jacob's hesitancy to confront or leave the confines of his relationship to Laban proves less than noble however. Jacob appears to be a personality much more likely to appease others ... 00:55:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/marrriage-human-sexuality-according-to-jesus-matthew-191-9/ Sun, 16 Jan 2022 00:49:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3947 Ken Carlton Today, pastors in North America and beyond, have joined in unity of purpose to proclaim to courts, parliaments, legislatures, and magistrates, their obligation and accountability to Jesus Christ, on matters pertaining to marriage and human sexuality. We e... 00:51:36 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/daleth-the-trial-of-sorrows-psalm-11925-32/ Sun, 09 Jan 2022 23:48:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3942 Ken Carlton The sufficiency of God's Word is featured in section four of this great acrostic psalm in light of the heavy burden of sorrow that often attends our way. The authors of scripture were blessed with a gift none of us today can boast – namely the inspirati... 00:55:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/false-teacher-profile-ii-peter-21-10/ Sun, 02 Jan 2022 00:17:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3938 Ken Carlton In the first chapter of Peter's epistle, he instructs his readers on how to strengthen their faith. It is clear that this is an urgent matter and a priority for the apostle, so much so, that he vows to dedicate his remaining years to stirring up the churc... 01:05:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-son-of-david-descending-angels-matthew-118-25-213-15-219-23/ Sun, 26 Dec 2021 23:58:34 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3933 Ken Carlton Concluding this series with the record of descending angels unto Joseph, we have thus documented that the advent of incarnation was punctuated by the presence of divine revelation and by angelic activity heightened by the occasion (Jn 1:51). We have witne... 01:02:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-birth-of-jesus-and-our-redemption/ Sun, 19 Dec 2021 16:36:44 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3930 Joel Carlton No notes available. 00:48:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-virgin-descending-angels-luke-126-38/ Sun, 12 Dec 2021 22:11:08 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3925 Ken Carlton As Jesus Himself proclaimed to Nathaniel, heaven's staircase touching ground would be signaled by divine revelation and angelic activity. We were introduced to one of the these emissaries of glory with the prophecy delivered to Zechariah of a son to be bo... 00:57:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/luke-15-25-a-priest-descending-angels/ Sun, 05 Dec 2021 22:49:42 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3921 Ken Carlton Genesis 28:12 “...behold there was a ladder set up on the earth, & the top of it reached to heaven, and behold angels of God were ascending and descending on it!” Throughout Old Covenant history there are events from time to time which correspond ... 01:05:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacob-vs-laban-genesis-3025-31/ Sun, 28 Nov 2021 23:15:25 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3916 Ken Carlton This chapter signals a change in Jacob's life. He begins to trust the Lord, returning to the God of his fathers. Life circumstances are instruments in the hands of Yahweh, guiding His covenant son back to his calling and communion with the Almighty. As hi... 00:59:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/remarkable-grace-genesis-301-24/ Sun, 21 Nov 2021 22:59:28 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3912 Ken Carlton Identity and self worth are issues that have plagued the human race since the fall. Women of scripture have wrestled with the cultural pressures of their day which discouraged them by the expectations of society’s sinful and arbitrary standards. In many... 00:57:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gimel-the-trial-of-sojourning-psalm-11917-24/ Sun, 14 Nov 2021 23:59:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3907 Ken Carlton We have noted how rich the context of the first stanza (Aleph) in this singular acrostic song becomes as we consider it in the context of the giving of the law at Sinai (Deut 4,5). Following this pattern, the next stanza (Beth) comes alive in light of the... 01:02:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/nothing-but-the-truth-ii-peter-116-21/ Sun, 07 Nov 2021 23:45:26 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3903 Ken Carlton Recently we have studied and expounded upon the faith supplements Peter prescribes to fortify the church from verses 5-7 of I Peter 1. Among these, there is one quality for which Peter himself is a direct source alongside other apostles and authors of scr... 00:59:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-will-vs-mans-whim-genesis-2921-35/ Sun, 31 Oct 2021 01:37:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3898 Ken Carlton The origin story of the family history and national identity of the future nation of Israel continues to unfold in our text. The children born of Jacob’s wives will be identified with the tribal divisions of this people for thousands of years to come. I... 01:01:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/woman-at-the-well-genesis-291-20/ Sun, 24 Oct 2021 23:14:40 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3893 Ken Carlton Jacob continues his own journey of faith, retracing the steps of his grandfather back to Haran in search of a bride. What little he had to his name, he has poured out as an offering and first tithe at Bethel, moved by an encounter with the God of his fath... 01:00:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/bethel-vs-babel-genesis-2816-22/ Sun, 17 Oct 2021 00:59:38 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3889 Ken Carlton A partial purpose statement for expository preaching might read: The purpose of sound preaching is to discover and disclose the glories of redemption woven in thematic harmony throughout the scriptures testifying to the genius of, what can only be rightly... 00:56:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/beth-the-trial-of-youth-psalm-1199-16/ Sun, 10 Oct 2021 23:27:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3884 Ken Carlton Johannes Palanterius wrote of Ps 119 in the year 1600.... “The psalm is called the alphabet of divine love, the paradise of all the doctrines, the storehouse of the Holy Spirit, the school of truth, also, the deep mystery of the scriptures, where the wh... 01:01:36 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/established-in-truth-ii-peter-18-15/ Sun, 03 Oct 2021 00:03:41 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3880 Ken Carlton Peter's introductory words to the early church in his 2nd epistle include a prescription of supplements to fortify the believer's faith, a description of the benefits of these qualities, and a commitment to remind the church of these things so long as God... 00:56:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-house-genesis-2810-22/ Sun, 26 Sep 2021 00:57:08 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3875 Ken Carlton Imagine yourself as an Egyptian servant in the court of Joseph during his reign in the land. Years and years have passed from the moments we witness in our text today. You have a limited yet growing appreciation for the God of the Hebrews, recognizing the... 00:58:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jacobs-house-genesis-2741-289/ Sun, 19 Sep 2021 00:04:43 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3871 Ken Carlton The account of Jacob vs. Esau and the events surrounding conflict in Isaac's home dramatically illustrate the principle declared in Psalm 127: “ unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain.” Isaac intends to give the patriarchal... 00:54:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/aleph-covenant-revelation-psalm-1191-8/ Sun, 12 Sep 2021 00:45:24 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3866 Ken Carlton Psalm 119 joins 25, 34, 37, 111, 112, and 145 as the 6th acrostic psalm in the Psalter. The acrostic psalms represent a unique literary form where a series of stanzas usually begins with the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet and continues each stanza fo... 01:00:22 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fortified-faith-2-peter-15-15/ Sun, 05 Sep 2021 22:58:35 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3861 Ken Carlton Peter can be compared to a skilled health practitioner who upon assessing a patient's physical condition, prescribes a regimen of beneficial supplements to reinforce the immune system, muscle strength, and endurance. Similar to a nutritionist who might re... 01:01:27 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/arise-and-build-the-wall-nememiah-217-19/ Sun, 29 Aug 2021 00:59:06 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3858 Dave Ingebretson No sermon notes provided. Take your own notes. 00:50:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-plight-of-neglect-weeds-walls-proverbs-2430-34/ Sun, 22 Aug 2021 23:00:06 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3854 Dave Ingebretson The Plight of Neglect: Weeds & Walls - Proverbs 24:30-34 1. The Vineyard is Unattended  2. The Vineyard is Unprotected 00:40:40 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-sovereign-blessing-genesis-2726-41/ Sun, 15 Aug 2021 22:10:26 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3850 Ken Carlton The faithfulness of the ultimate Covenant Keeper – Yahweh Himself – continues to be the only redeeming element in this account of covenant succession and patriarchal blessing. Isaac’s negligence in this regard is evident in contrast to the testimony... 00:58:33 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/hallel-crescendo-psalm-118/ Sun, 08 Aug 2021 00:28:51 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3845 Ken Carlton Today's Psalm is singular in a number of ways beyond its stand alone beauty & authority. In the context of Ps 117, which proclaims an international call to worship, Ps 118 serves to declare the judicial consequences for nations who will not bow to the... 00:59:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/peters-commission-ii-peter-11-15/ Sun, 01 Aug 2021 22:31:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3841 Ken Carlton The circumstances of Peter's ministry now provide him opportunity to leave his flock with words to remember in his absence. Following the example of Jesus, who commissioned him and all the church to go and make disciples in Matthew 28, Peter gives his hea... 00:57:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/providence-vs-dysfunction-genesis-2634-2725/ Sun, 25 Jul 2021 22:18:19 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3837 Ken Carlton In Genesis 26, the trajectory of events begins with turmoil that eventually gives way to gracious provision and covenant reassurance. These themes are marked by the naming of wells – Esek: (quarreling), Sitnah (hostility), Rehoboth (broad places), and S... 00:54:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-tale-of-4-wells-genesis-266-35/ Sun, 18 Jul 2021 23:56:33 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3832 Ken Carlton The duration of Isaac's stay in Gerar mirrors the experiences and growing influence of Abraham who preceded him. In Gen 20, Abraham enters this region as a timid sojourner only to witness the tables turn as God prospers him and the inhabitants increasingl... 00:53:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/one-voice-psalm-117/ Sun, 11 Jul 2021 10:14:13 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3827 Ken Carlton The 5th 'Hallel' Psalm is unique in several ways. It is the shortest psalm and the shortest chapter in the Bible. It is situated near the center of the entire cannon. It extends the scope of covenant hope far beyond ethnic Israel's borders. Finally, It is... 00:54:06 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sufficient-grace-peace-1-peter/ Sun, 04 Jul 2021 23:17:42 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3822 Ken Carlton The letter of First Peter opens & closes with salutations appropriate for the encouragement of a body of believers facing trying times (1:2b) “...may grace and peace be multiplied to you” (5:14b) “...peace to all of you who are in Christ.” Oth... 00:59:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-next-generation-genesis-261-5/ Sun, 27 Jun 2021 08:51:37 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3818 Ken Carlton Abraham has died. The calling to sojourn in faith of obtaining covenant promises has now been passed to Isaac – the appointed son. We are about to witness another momentous occasion profoundly confirming the purposes of God to the next of Abraham's kin.... 00:58:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/from-the-womb-genesis-2519-34/ Sun, 20 Jun 2021 23:41:43 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3813 Ken Carlton The “Reformation Study Bible” summarizes and introduces the Genesis record of Isaac and family in the following language: “The account of Isaac is one of conflict between Isaac and Rebekah (v:28, ch 27), Jacob and Esau (25,27,37), Jacob and Laban (2... 00:53:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/10th-lepers-song_6-13-21_psalm-116/ Sun, 13 Jun 2021 08:41:21 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3808 Ken Carlton Ps 116 is the 4th of the 'Hallel' set – songs chosen for worship of the Lord upon deliverance from Egypt under Moses. This particular hymn expresses worship for personal deliverance, reminding us that salvation in the Kingdom of God has both corporate a... 00:56:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/to-be-continued_5-30-21_genesis-25-1-21/ Mon, 07 Jun 2021 00:02:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3797 Ken Carlton The biography of Abraham closes in Genesis 25 after a lengthy record of trial and blessing in the life of this pivotal patriarch of the faith. Abraham's legacy will continue however, through his family lines. At the end of his days, several themes which h... 00:59:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/victorious-suffering_6-6-21_-i-peter_5-6-14/ Sun, 06 Jun 2021 00:16:22 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3801 Ken Carlton Waiting is dangerous. Toward the end of Jesus' earthly ministry, He illustrated the call to vigilance between advents of redemptive history by way of parable. The parables of the 10 virgins and the talents (Mat 25) communicate proper orientation for disci... 01:03:41 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-prosperous-way-genesis-2429-67/ Sun, 23 May 2021 23:00:07 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3792 Ken Carlton Suspense & anticipation continue to build in this exemplary faith and love story. Securing a covenant bride for Isaac, the Spirit of God has accompanied Abraham's servant and answered his earnest prayer. By ordering these events in a moving display of... 00:57:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenant-bride-quest-genesis-241-28/ Sun, 16 May 2021 22:47:18 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3788 Ken Carlton Abraham is now around 140 years of age, Isaac himself about 40, and once again the entire covenant hinges on one outstanding situation: securing a bride for Isaac. One could easily empathize with Abraham's reaction if he were to entertain anxiety and frus... 00:53:55 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-glory-worthy-name-psalm-115/ Sun, 09 May 2021 22:38:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3784 Ken Carlton Psalm 115, the 3rd of the 'Hallel' songs sets forth a clear perspective for the discerning. If Yahweh is creator/ruler of all reality from the heavens (realms beyond our tangible grasp), to earth (the domain of human beings)... How are we to view our rela... 00:57:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/soul-stewardship-i-peter-51-5/ Sun, 02 May 2021 00:14:09 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3776 Ken Carlton  I Peter chapter 4 closes with a statement which could serve as the summary theme of Peter's entire 1st letter: “Therefore let those who suffer according to God's will entrust their souls to a faithful Creator while doing good.”  Our last message fr... 01:04:28 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/dying-in-faith-genesis-23/ Sun, 25 Apr 2021 00:07:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3772 Ken Carlton Toward the end of his days and upon the death of his beloved wife Sarah,  Abraham finally secures his first legal claim in the land of promise.  Burial preparations for Sarah provide occasion to negotiate for a cemetery plot that will house the bones of... 00:49:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenant-confirmed-genesis-2215-24/ Sun, 18 Apr 2021 01:04:58 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3767 Ken Carlton Two major structural elements in the Genesis record help us to understand the significance of events in chapter 22 in their greater context. The first element is the recurring emphasis on covenant throughout the biography of the patriarch. Gen 12 opens th... 00:43:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/moving-heaven-earth-psalm-114/ Sun, 11 Apr 2021 23:51:38 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3763 Ken Carlton Psalm 114 follows 113 as the 2nd of the 'Hallel' (praise) Psalms which continue through 118. These become the featured songs commemorating the deliverance of the Lord through the ages at festivals and feast. Historians often place the authorship of this P... 00:56:02 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/abraham-resurrection-hebrews-11-8-20/ Sun, 04 Apr 2021 23:43:02 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3759 Ken Carlton There were many living witnesses to the resurrection power of Jesus Christ assembled during the course of the Messiah's earthly ministry... We recount the “widow of Nain” and all who attended the funeral of her only son in (Luke 7:11-17). Then there w... 00:50:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/abraham-as-witness-genesis-221-14-john-848-58/ Sun, 28 Mar 2021 23:12:35 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3754 Ken Carlton  Romans 1:20 reveals that all men of every generation are without excuse in their unbelief because God has revealed Himself in the things that have been made sufficient to condemn the Gentile for his rebellion against his creator.  There is an additiona... 00:51:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mount-of-the-lord-genesis-221-14/ Sun, 21 Mar 2021 22:16:10 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3750 Ken Carlton Genesis provides another striking instance marking an extraordinary milestone of faith in the life of Abraham. Genesis 21 records the patriarch's interaction with Abimelech documenting a distinct change of roles between these two national figureheads. Why... 00:54:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/god-man-psalm-113/ Sun, 14 Mar 2021 21:33:30 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3745 Psalm 113 introduces another set of songs (113-118) in the Psalter which traditionally accompanied Jewish liturgy at festival, particularly; Passover, New moon, Weeks, Tabernacles, and Dedication of temple. These 6 songs are referred to as the 'Hallel' or... 00:57:46 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/philippians-24-8-march-7th-2021/ Sun, 07 Mar 2021 23:15:15 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3742 Dave Ingenrigtson Philippians 2:4-8 00:29:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/shield-reward-genesis-2122-34/ Sun, 28 Feb 2021 23:47:14 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3737 Ken Carlton Psalm 112 announces: “...blessed is the man who fears the Lord; who greatly delights in His commandments”. The song thusly continues expounding, via 'poetic ideal', the rewards of godly fear. Abraham's account in our text today illustrates the 'blesse... 00:54:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exclusive-son-genesis-211-21/ Sun, 21 Feb 2021 09:28:48 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3733 Ken Carlton Smith's Bible Dictionary provides a summary of events through our text today that serves well as an introduction to this message. “Hagar (whose name means) 'flight', an Egyptian woman, the handmaid or slave of Sarah, whom the latter gave as a concubine ... 01:00:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rewards-of-godly-fear-psalm-112/ Sun, 14 Feb 2021 23:49:15 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3728 Ken Carlton Psalm 112 joins Psalm 111 as a set complimenting one another in several ways. They match each other in length, stanza, even verse count. At many points, the stanzas align directly between the songs to emphasize ideas via parallelism. They are complimentar... 00:59:31 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/glorious-suffering-i-peter-411-19/ Sun, 07 Feb 2021 01:17:31 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3724 Ken Carlton Peter reiterates and summarizes the main exhortation themes of his epistle in this section. Those who took to heart this epistle would not have been shocked, disillusioned, or broken by persecution sure to come for many in the early church. In fact, early... 00:54:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/3718/ Sun, 31 Jan 2021 23:37:46 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3718 Ken Carlton Sound familiar? The circumstances recorded in Genesis 20 involving Abimelech, King of Gerar are virtually identical to the situation in Egypt when Abraham and Sarah encountered Pharaoh (12:10-20). There was a routine strategy that Abraham would use to pro... 00:56:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/remember-lots-wife-matthew-1120-24/ Sun, 24 Jan 2021 23:28:46 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3714 Ken Carlton Genesis 19:24-25 records in just three sentences, the destructive judgements of God executed upon the wicked societies of Sodom and Gomorrah. Nevertheless, this moment is referenced time and again through all of scripture as a forewarning. Sodom presents ... 00:56:51 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/when-god-roars-amos-26-11/ Sun, 17 Jan 2021 22:38:57 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3710 Ken Carlton Amos was a shepherd, a herdsman, and a dresser of sycamore figs (7:14) before God called him to prophesy to the nation of Israel. Amos was an unlikely vessel to bring the oracles of God's judgement to a sinful people, however, this wasn't the first, and w... 00:53:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/holy-awesome-psalm-111/ Sun, 10 Jan 2021 00:47:12 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3704 Ken Carlton Psalm 111 is one of 9 songs in a unique and distinguished subset called “acrostic psalms”. These poems in their original language are structured in a alphabetic sequence. Each new stanza begins with the next letter of the Hebrew alphabet. A number of ... 01:01:03 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/advent-perspective-1-peter-47-11/ Sun, 03 Jan 2021 23:48:43 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3698 Ken Carlton Elect exiles will endure as they live in light of absolutes and ultimates. The unchanging truths of the gospel serving to bring the Lord maximal glory will provide ballast stones in the hull of the believer's vessel stabilizing him even through the roughe... 00:59:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/damaged-goods/ Sun, 27 Dec 2020 23:28:51 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3693 Ken Carlton Ruth was not the only unlikely bride in the line of Christ. Our last message on Lot's legacy was titled: “A Bitter End?”. The answer by all immediate indications is a resounding yes, until you follow his compromised lineage all the way through to the ... 00:54:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/for-unto-us-a-child-is-born/ Sun, 20 Dec 2020 23:12:29 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3688 Dave Ingenrigtson No sermon notes available at time of publishing 00:43:19 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/victorious-priest-king-psalm-110/ Sun, 13 Dec 2020 21:55:51 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3683 Ken Carlton Let us note, first of all, the providence of God in placing Psalms 109 and 110 back to back in our Bibles. The prior song is a lament addressing the sufferings of the Messiah and his legal appeal through the voice of His fore-bearer, David. Ps 109 is imme... 01:02:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christian-suffering-i-peter-313-46/ Sun, 06 Dec 2020 21:37:06 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3679 Ken Carlton It is easy to imagine how the life of an exile might be marked with frequent suffering. The scriptures record the woeful plight of Israel in hardship of this sort on multiple occasions in multiple scenarios. Maintaining enduring faith under such hardships... 01:02:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-bitter-end-genesis-1926-38/ Sun, 29 Nov 2020 21:35:25 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3675 Ken Carlton The scriptures are never shy when relaying the truth of sin and its consequences. As such, Lot's life appears as the anti-fairy tale... “they lived tragically ever after”. However, the Bible is unique in another way as well. The story is always much b... 01:03:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/angels-vs-sodom-genesis-191-25/ Sun, 22 Nov 2020 21:33:45 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3671 Ken Carlton The record of the trial of Sodom and the entire valley region continues in Genesis chapter 19. In this passage (1-25), two eye witnesses are sent from the Lord Himself. These angels arrive at Sodom to carry out judicial reckoning. By the testimony of thes... 01:03:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sodom-on-trial-genesis-1816-33/ Sun, 15 Nov 2020 21:32:01 +0000 https://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3667 Ken Carlton This is not the first time Abraham has experienced an extraordinary encounter with mysterious individuals who represent the power and presence of God. In Gen 14:17-24, a feast was shared in the presence of Melchizedek (who was priest of God Most High) and... 00:57:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/appeal-to-heaven-psalm-109/ Sun, 08 Nov 2020 21:26:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3661 Ken Carlton Psalm 109 is the 2nd of a set of 3 Davidic Psalms in this portion of the Psalter. Each of the Psalms portrays decisive action in different ways. Victory in war (108), victory in court (109), and victory in ascension (110). What is the punishment deserving... 01:00:42 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/post-lament-psalm-108/ Sun, 01 Nov 2020 21:22:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3657 Ken Carlton Psalm 108 is a selective composite written/compiled by King David drawing nearly word for word from portions of 2 other songs (Ps 57:7-11) and (Ps 60:5-12). Ps 57 is an individual lament, Ps 60 is a community lament, yet interestingly, Psalm 108 can hardl... 01:05:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-greater-moses-hebrews-31-6-86-13-914-28/ Sun, 25 Oct 2020 21:16:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3653 Ken Carlton The book of Hebrews introduces us to Jesus in superlative terms. He is proclaimed in His redemptive majesty with reference to men and angels of significance throughout covenant history in the opening chapters of the epistle. The greater portion of Hebrews... 00:49:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/baptized-into-moses-exodus-141-4-5-22-24-31/ Sun, 18 Oct 2020 19:56:13 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3642 Ken Carlton The apostle Paul explains to the early church that the experience of the people of God in their deliverance from Egypt was a kind of baptism. I Cor 10:1-5 expounds proclaiming that “ all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea..” We have ... 00:57:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/salve-for-the-banished-isaiah-401-11-dave-ingenrigtson/ Sun, 11 Oct 2020 19:51:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3641 Dave Ingenrigtson Salve for the Banished Guest Speaker: Dave Ingenrigtson 00:50:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/zealous-for-god-1-peter-38-17/ Sun, 04 Oct 2020 22:24:43 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3634 Ken Carlton Having examined how Christian convictions relate to our testimony interacting with the human institutions which make up any given social order, the apostle Peter extends his appeal for Christian conduct in more general terms. He encourages the church to e... 01:04:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/entertaining-angels-genesis-181-18/ Sun, 27 Sep 2020 21:13:33 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3649 Ken Carlton Imagine planning a meal for God himself visiting your home accompanied by messengers who will go on with Him to execute divine judgment on neighboring settlements. How would you prepare? What conversation might you share over dinner? This is the situation... 00:58:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/attend-and-consider-psalm-10717-43/ Sun, 20 Sep 2020 22:22:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3630 Ken Carlton The second half of Psalm 107 continues building a cumulative case for worship of the One True God responsible for the timeline of the universe and the course of each individual life. The song establishes beyond reasonable argument that Yahweh is worthy of... 01:02:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/redeemed-confession-psalm-1071-16/ Sun, 13 Sep 2020 22:21:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3626 Ken Carlton Book 5 of the Psalter opens with a thematic, poetic, symmetrical, and contextual song. The theme is the praise worthy testimony of the steadfast love of Yahweh redeeming His people. The poetry incorporates 4 pictures of redemption from 4 perilous situatio... 00:58:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/2020-09-06/ Sun, 06 Sep 2020 22:19:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3623 Ken Carlton Marriage for the Lord’s Sake 01:03:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-new-circumcision-colossians-28-17/ Sun, 30 Aug 2020 22:09:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3614 Ken Carlton Ephesians 2:11-13 establishes that the Jew/Gentile separation based upon physical circumcision has been transcended through the shed blood of a unifying mediator. (13) “But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the bloo... 00:58:03 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/confirmed-by-sign-genesis-177-14-22-27/ Sun, 23 Aug 2020 22:04:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3613 Ken Carlton Covenant signs accompany the revelation of God to His people from the earliest pages of scripture. At times individuals would ask for a sign from God to confirm His word, at other times God presented His word accompanied by unsolicited signs. God sends a ... 00:51:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-righteous-remember-psalm-10628-48/ Sun, 16 Aug 2020 23:06:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3602 Ken Carlton When society has given the remnant every reason to despair, having defiled themselves in the rituals of covenant suicide, the psalmist reminds us that the Lord, the God of Israel, is from everlasting to everlasting. He can raise the dead in sin even from ... 01:02:19 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/what-the-wicked-forget-psalm-1061-27/ Sun, 09 Aug 2020 22:58:55 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3601 Ken Carlton Ps 106 completes a set of 4 historical songs recounting events from creation through the occupation of Canaan as occasions for worship and reflection. Ps 106 is the closing chapter of book 4 of the psalter and thus completes the second to last collection ... 00:57:19 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/shepherd-and-overseer-1-peter-121-25/ Sun, 02 Aug 2020 22:55:26 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3600 Ken Carlton These 5 verses are central to the major themes of Peter's epistle. Further examination reveals additional passages in his letter which reiterate similar, all important truths... chapter 4:12-19, for example, echoes the concepts of purpose in suffering, id... 00:59:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/history-testifies-psalm-1051-27/ Sun, 12 Jul 2020 20:04:17 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3595 Ken Carlton Psalm 105 picks up where Ps 104 left off, chronicling the revelatory faithfulness of the Lord according to His covenant unfolding in Genesis and beyond. The occasions for worship in Ps 105 expand beyond creation to include covenant. The author (many assum... 01:03:07 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/honorable-conduct-i-peter-212-25/ Sun, 05 Jul 2020 22:34:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3584 Ken Carlton I Peter 1:12 issues a directive for elect exile sojourners to conduct their affairs while they remain distant from their final destination and consummate homeland. We are to practice voluntary submission to human institutions in this meantime. As the pass... 00:56:44 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenant-names-genesis-171-9-15-21/ Sun, 28 Jun 2020 22:33:13 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3583 Ken Carlton In prior messages, we've noted how a Biblical philosophy of history might be summarized as: time measured by the progress of redemption. Accordingly, the historical context of Genesis might be compared to a necklace. The string is the timeline while the j... 01:00:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/saving-the-outcast-genesis-16/ Sun, 21 Jun 2020 22:32:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3582 Ken Carlton This chapter in the life of Abraham and company is a surprising twist given the account of divine covenant ratification featured immediately prior in chapter 15. How could such supernatural events, including the swearing of covenant oath by Yahweh in pers... 01:03:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-wardrobe-psalm-104/ Sun, 14 Jun 2020 17:09:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3577 Ken Carlton Since ancient times, clothing has represented the rank, class, or even the exploits of an individual. It is often a reflection of dignity or glory. Think of the uniform worn by a military general decorated with medals and various insignia. His garments co... 01:01:42 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/elect-vs-evil-doers-1-peter-21-12/ Sun, 07 Jun 2020 08:55:55 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3573 Ken Carlton Peter continues to exhort new believers in their calling in contrast to former associations. He draws on a source of cultural understanding that would be entirely new to a Gentile believer – the Word of God preserved via His elect people of old. Isaiah ... 01:01:49 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/smelling-salts-isaiah-59/ Sun, 31 May 2020 18:50:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3568 Ken Carlton The occasion for this sermon comes by way of a week of national protests and riots sparked in our state following some 3 months of global fears and lockdowns due to a viral pandemic scare. It feels like our world is coming apart at the seams. A horrifical... 01:02:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/church-state-covid-19/ Sun, 31 May 2020 18:43:44 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3565 A virtual conference on pressing issues with Andrew Sandlin and Ardel Caneday. 01:30:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/supernatural-ratification-genesis-157-21/ Sun, 24 May 2020 21:06:11 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3560 Ken Carlton Genesis 15 records the 2nd major installment of covenant documentation to Abraham and his lineage. Aspects of the Abrahamic covenant are successively revealed in the course of Genesis with 3 major reference points, Covenant initiated (Gen 12), Covenant ra... 00:57:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/faithful-god-wicked-people-nehemiah-927-33/ Sun, 17 May 2020 21:49:59 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3555 Ken Carlton The historical prologue continues apace as the returning nation of Israel recounts their relationship with Yahweh during a timely covenant renewal ceremony. The model given the nation in Deut 27:1-8 provides the legal precedent for this culturally signifi... 00:57:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/war-on-forgetfulness-psalm-103/ Sun, 10 May 2020 12:18:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3550 Ken Carlton Psalm 103 is a Davidic Psalm rich with Messianic hope and assurance. This song introduces a set of 4 Psalms (103-106) which share themes from creation through the era of exile, as they illustrate the relationship of the Lord to His people. Psalm 103 and 1... 01:02:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-tested-stone-isaiah-2814-22/ Sun, 03 May 2020 22:23:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3544 Ken Carlton The symbolic language of redemption often references imagery that has a rich historical context through the pages of scripture as the purposes of God in the salvation of a people unfold through the ages. The metaphorical reference to the Messiah as a foun... 00:52:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/great-mercies-nehemiah-918-26/ Sun, 26 Apr 2020 13:39:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3521 Ken Carlton Following the instructions of Deut 27:1-8, the returning exiles participate in a covenant renewal ceremony. The great king has been acknowledged as their sovereign (9:5-6). This formal covenant event then continues with a record of the history of Israel i... 01:02:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mindful-of-his-wonders-nehemiah-97-17/ Sun, 19 Apr 2020 17:37:48 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3517 Ken Carlton Israel's repentance, reconstruction, and revival in the days of Ezra & Nehemiah was marked by memorial convocation. These milestone moments of national significance occur in the context of a solemn and extensive covenant renewal ceremony. During this ... 01:03:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-sackloth-song-psalm-102/ Sun, 12 Apr 2020 18:29:58 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3512 Ken Carlton As providence would have it, our Psalm a month series presents us Psalm 102 today. This message follows 2 sermons from various passages in Nehemiah 8-10. We have emphasized in these occasional sermons, the seriousness of the historical moment we find ours... 00:55:33 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/repentance-in-writing-nehemiah-1028-33/ Sun, 05 Apr 2020 13:19:32 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3507 Ken Carlton Nehemiah 10 presents an exemplary covenant document of national repentance. Following a public forum wherein the people had humbled themselves via prayer, fasting, sackcloth, scripture proclamation, and worship.... they codified their intentions by sealed... 00:57:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sackloth-or-slavery-nehemiah-89/ Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:12:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3500 Ken Carlton Today's message falls under the category of 'occasional sermon', or a message intended to address a particularly significant historical moment upon us at the time of this delivery: March 29, 2020. Today our world and our economy are virtually paralyzed by... 01:06:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/from-justification-to-hope-romans-51-5/ Sun, 22 Mar 2020 18:15:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3496 Ken Carlton Paul continues to expound the significance and implications of Genesis 15:6 as this revelation proves absolutely foundational to the nature of salvation. All of Romans 4 and his summary language of Chapter 5 are centered on the application of this text. F... 00:59:41 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/who-justifies-romans-41-12/ Sun, 15 Mar 2020 12:31:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3489 Ken Carlton the course of our Genesis series, we have taken time to catalogue how future authors of scripture recognize and expound the significance of watershed moments in the course of salvation's history. Naturally as we have reached Genesis 15, in our Old Testame... 00:58:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mirror-for-magistrates-psalm-101/ Sun, 08 Mar 2020 12:28:15 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3487 Ken Carlton William Binnie writes concerning Psalm 101: “This is the Psalm which the old expositors used to designate “the Mirror for Magistrates” and an excellent mirror it is. It would mightily accelerate the coming of the time when every nation shall be Chri... 01:02:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exiled-brethren-1-peter-122-25/ Sun, 01 Mar 2020 16:36:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3480 Ken Carlton Chapter one of I Peter continues to develop the theme of endurance despite the exile status of the Christian. Last message, we covered versers 13-21 noting that Peter ties the believer's survival in hostile conditions to the Orientation of his soul, Suffi... 00:56:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenant-faith-genesis-151-6/ Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:33:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3478 Ken Carlton Genesis 15 figures prominently & dramatically in the record of unfolding covenant revelation. Three major elements are revealed over the course of Abram's life. In Gen 12 covenant promises involving salvation's history in the categories of seed, land,... 00:59:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/melchizedeks-legacy-hebrews-7/ Sun, 16 Feb 2020 19:46:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3473 Ken Carlton Today's message joins several others we have on record lately which demonstrate the signal implications of Genesis events in the arc of redemptive history. From the vantage point of later revelation, an apparent footnote may prove to be a beacon of Gospel... 00:58:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rational-worship-psalm-100/ Sun, 09 Feb 2020 17:00:11 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3463 Ken Carlton Taken together, Ps 99 and Ps 100 round out themes of Yahweh worship complimenting each other to display a full range of expression worthy of the King of Kings. Ps 99 communicates solemnity and reverence inspired by the holiness of God, while Ps 100 follow... 00:51:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exile-living-i-peter-113-21/ Sun, 02 Feb 2020 16:59:18 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3462 Ken Carlton In verses 10-12 Peter shapes the perspective of his readers reminding them of their privileged place in covenant history. Post-incarnation Christians are the heirs of revelation that is the envy of the prophets and angels. He emphasizes furthermore, that ... 00:54:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kings-valley-revelation-genesis-1417-24/ Sun, 26 Jan 2020 16:58:36 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3461 Ken Carlton This brief incident in Abram's life proves extremely significant to the revelation of the Messiah to come. Without the benefit of further scripture, this central figure of redemption's history would surely have been overlooked. This is one of those moment... 00:55:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/war-hero-abram-genesis-141-16/ Sun, 19 Jan 2020 17:19:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3456 Ken Carlton Genesis 14 is the first record of war in scripture properly speaking. As such, this conflict is strikingly similar to many aspects of modern warfare with one exception. The victor and spoils in this campaign are finally awarded to the significant son and ... 00:56:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/our-god-is-holy-psalm-99/ Sun, 12 Jan 2020 22:07:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3448 Ken Carlton Psalm 99 magnifies the preeminent attribute of God as the song proclaims the holiness of Yahweh. This is the 7th of 8 'Yahweh is King' songs in this section of the Psalter, a fitting addition to the catalogue of anthems exalting the magnificent sovereignt... 00:54:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heirs-of-revelation-1-peter-110-12/ Sun, 05 Jan 2020 22:04:37 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3445 Ken Carlton Peter opens his letter to the elect exiles dispersed and fledgling in their new born faith by framing the historical era of the early church age in the context of redemption's timeline. Suddenly the trials and afflictions of a early convert to Christianit... 00:58:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/drawing-water-isaiah-12/ Sun, 29 Dec 2019 18:52:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3440 Ken Carlton Today we conclude our series and study of 'new song' worship through the scriptures. We have referenced this concept of recognizing with proportional and appropriate praise, each new occasion to worship the Lord through several eras of redemptive history.... 00:57:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/incarnation-songs-luke-29-14-167-69-225-32/ Sun, 22 Dec 2019 13:10:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3435 Ken Carlton Psalm 98 instructs the worshipper throughout the ages to “...sing to the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things! His right hand and His holy arm have worked salvation for Him.” As we have noted, a new song in the context of Biblical worship... 01:00:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/song-for-the-ages-psalm-98-parallels/ Sun, 15 Dec 2019 22:52:44 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3427 Ken Carlton Psalm 98 contains 3 sections distinguished by theme and tense. Verses 1-3 mark occasions for praise and references to past tense examples of the marvelous things Yahweh the King has done. Verses 4-6 are a present tense call to praise with instrumentation ... 00:57:22 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/nations-and-nature-sing-psalm-98/ Sun, 08 Dec 2019 22:51:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3426 Ken Carlton Psalm 98 is 6th in a matching set of 8 psalms which magnify the universal lordship of Yahweh. Psalm 98 in particular is meant to inspire a crescendo of praise from all possible corners of creation, striving for an expression of worship worthy of the sover... 01:01:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/full-scale-salvation-1-peter-13-9/ Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:14:58 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3421 Ken Carlton Many have noted the Apostle Peter's unique contributions to the canon by way of theme and emphasis dubbing him: “The Apostle of Hope”. Our passage today certainly fits this distinctive. No doubt inspired in part by his own experience with our Savior, ... 00:56:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/abram-vs-lot-genesis-1310-18/ Sun, 24 Nov 2019 17:33:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3416 Ken Carlton Without considering the covenantal perspective, it would appear that Abram and Lot have plenty in common. They come from the same family clan, both are successful herdsman with servants and flocks abounding. Both of them share geographical, cultural, and ... 00:59:29 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/two-roads-diverged-genesis-131-11/ Sun, 17 Nov 2019 17:36:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3409 Ken Carlton The title for today's message is borrowed from a line in the Robert Frost poem: “The Road Not Taken”. Frost muses in retrospect how the course of one's life can often present tow options and the eventual consequences are realized along the way which m... 00:56:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/reaping-light-and-joy-psalm-97/ Sun, 10 Nov 2019 17:32:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3408 Ken Carlton We have reached the 5th Psalm in a set of 8 that unequivocally declares the universal Lordship and comprehensive kingdom of Yahweh. We have noted that this set of songs is a subset of a larger collection prominently featuring the hallowed name of the Lord... 00:51:43 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/elect-exiles-1-peter-11-5/ Sun, 03 Nov 2019 17:33:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3401 Ken Carlton Verse one of Peter's first epistle to converts across the Roman empire identifies his credentials, the nature of his audience, and the area in which they lived. As to his qualifications and office, he simply introduces himself as “Peter, an apostle of J... 00:53:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenant-and-conflict-genesis-1210-20/ Sun, 27 Oct 2019 20:28:00 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3396 Ken Carlton Among the first chapters of covenant history, there is documentation of conflict between the legacies of Shem and Ham. Early accounts of the progress of God's people include frequent clashes between significant sons, or those who find their hope in the Me... 00:59:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/abraham-in-hebrews-hebrews-118-10-13-16-39-122/ Sun, 20 Oct 2019 22:35:31 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3392 Ken Carlton We have noted from Isaiah, how authors of scripture have recognized and expounded the milestone moment of the calling of Abraham first recorded in Genesis 12. In Isaiah 50 & 51, the prophet visits the altar of Abraham, as it were, noting the signal im... 00:51:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/great-commission-anthem-psalm-96/ Sun, 13 Oct 2019 20:11:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3387 Ken Carlton Spurgeon comments on the placement of Psalm 95 and 96 in the Psalter noting... “It follows fitly upon the last Psalm which describes the obstinacy of Israel, and the consequent taking of the gospel from them that it might be preached among the nations w... 00:56:13 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/galatians-overview-galatians-611-16/ Sun, 06 Oct 2019 16:51:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3382 Ken Carlton As Paul brings his book to the Galatians to a close, his final words contain a structure summary of the letter. He refutes the scripture twisting false teachers, describing their efforts as that which only promotes “a good showing in the flesh”. This ... 00:55:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/visiting-abrams-altar-isaiah-5010-516/ Sun, 29 Sep 2019 16:10:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3377 Ken Carlton Genesis 12:1-9 signals a watershed moment so significant in world history that the remaining context of the entire Bible is dedicated to the record of fulfillment and implications of God's covenant promises first revealed to the significant son – Abraha... 00:54:32 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/abram-vs-babel-genesis-121-9/ Sun, 22 Sep 2019 11:14:08 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3370 Ken Carlton The significance of this moment in covenant/redemptive history cannot be overstated. The narrative context reflects as much in the structure of Genesis (not to mention the rest of the Bible). Up to this point, 11 chapters have chronicled many centuries an... 00:53:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/significant-sons-genesis-1110-123-partial-audio/ Sun, 15 Sep 2019 11:10:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3369 Ken Carlton The structure of Genesis narrative allows for a “google earth” view of the landscape of the history of redemption interrupted by a 'zoom in' feature to record particular events in the lives of individuals who will figure prominently in the family line... 00:48:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-voice-today-psalm-95/ Sun, 08 Sep 2019 17:35:33 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3364 Ken Carlton The liturgical context for Psalm 95 involved the observances prescribed for public worship in the life of the people of God. An order of service would be presided over by the Levitical officers, (those appointed by God to lead the people in worship of Yah... 00:58:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/bold-all-caps-galatians-611-18/ Sun, 01 Sep 2019 18:08:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3360 Ken Carlton The tone of emergency and necessary apostolic intervention carries all the way through the letter to the Galatians. Paul has dedicated particular personal attention to the church in in this Gentile region. One commentator has noted that his work in this r... 00:50:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/twisting-heavens-arm-genesis-111-9/ Sun, 25 Aug 2019 21:11:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3355 Ken Carlton Genesis chap 11 recalls specific events instrumental in establishing the individual identity and geographic dispersion of the clans, languages, lands, and nations of Gen 10. This record is foreshadowed in chapter 10 as Moses describes the descendents of t... 00:58:33 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lands-languages-clans-nations-genesis-10-partial-audio/ Sun, 18 Aug 2019 08:34:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3351 Ken Carlton Two passages exemplify how foundational Genesis 10 is for the worldview of all the Biblical authors and all well informed Christians (Acts 17:26, and Ephesians 3:14-15). Immediately after documenting the flood and select events of Noah's life, Moses recor... 00:38:36 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/days-of-trouble-psalm-94/ Sun, 11 Aug 2019 20:41:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3345 Ken Carlton Psalm 94 is the second in a set of 8 songs that magnify and proclaim the universal lordship of Yahwey. His majesty is set forth in these songs of exaltation reminding the citizens of mere earthly kingdoms that their hope is secure in the ultimate King. Ps... 00:49:56 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/walk-by-the-spirit-galatians-61-10/ Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:34:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3340 Ken Carlton Having detailed the distinct differences between the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit, Paul proceeds to offer real time scenarios in the typical church context where the fruit of the Spirit is begging to be lived out. The circumstances and r... 00:54:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-second-adam-genesis-918-29/ Sun, 28 Jul 2019 18:50:56 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3331 Ken Carlton The legacy of Adam is revisited in many ways in the account of Noah. As Noah's final days are documented in Genesis 9, the similarities are only magnified. This reality introduces a somber tone in the post-flood narrative. No sooner has man inhabited the ... 00:53:57 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/guest-speaker-greg-allen/ Sun, 21 Jul 2019 18:50:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3330 Greg Allen Guest Speaker - Greg Allen 00:25:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/guest-speaker-joe-reed/ Sun, 14 Jul 2019 18:50:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3329 Joe Reed Guest Speaker - Joe Reed 00:50:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/flesh-contra-spirit-galatians-513-26/ Sun, 07 Jul 2019 21:08:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3320 Ken Carlton Having thoroughly condemned the theological error which animated the Judaizers, (Namely requirements of the law as a prerequisite for salvation) The Apostle turns his attention to another prevalent error: that of Licentiousness (acting lawlessly with anti... 00:56:18 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-covenantal-word-genesis-98-17/ Sun, 30 Jun 2019 21:07:08 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3319 Ken Carlton As we have noted, the pruning judgements of God have stripped the world down to the basic constituent elements of the created order. We considered several of these in our last study. Today we expound upon just one 'pillar of the earth': The Word of God as... 00:55:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/pillars-of-the-earth-genesis-820-97/ Sun, 23 Jun 2019 14:02:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3314 Ken Carlton Today's message expands on concepts introduced last week. We noted that a silver lining of judgement is the beauty of God's law shinning forth as the veil of obfuscating sin is forcibly removed from culture. In the great flood, the world has been stripped... 00:46:56 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/threshold-moment-genesis-86-22/ Sun, 16 Jun 2019 22:31:18 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3309 Ken Carlton As the title of this message indicates, a momentous occasion is recognized in the text at this point. Noah is standing on the doorstep of a new world. We recognize something similar in our culture related to marriage. It is has been customary for a husban... 00:55:28 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/universal-lordship-psalm-93/ Sun, 09 Jun 2019 22:20:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3305 Ken Carlton Though just 5 verses in length, Psalm 93 introduces an extensive theme for book 4 of the Psalter. This theme is the kingship and authority of Yahweh Himself. In the sequence of ideas unfolding in the central portion of the Psalms, this song of praise supp... 00:57:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-offensive-cross-galatians-51-15/ Sun, 02 Jun 2019 21:58:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=3300 Ken Carlton Paul's closing exhortation to the Ephesian church is remarkably similar to his admonitions in Galatians 5. In both cases the apostle pleads with the church to stand firm. The Ephesians are addressed again, this time by Christ directly in Revelation 2. Chr... 00:52:07 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/obedient-waters-genesis-717-85/ Sun, 26 May 2019 11:20:00 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2535 Ken Carlton We continue to note particular aspects of the flood record in Genesis 6-9 which emphasize its significance in scripture. As in other 'event oracles', patterns of God's works are evident in this account. The great flood of Noah's day served immediately to ... 00:56:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/noah-in-context-genesis-618-716/ Sun, 19 May 2019 16:58:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2532 Ken Carlton As we consider the Genesis account of the great flood in its context both immediately and as a jewel strung upon the chain of redemptive history, it becomes apparent that Noah’s testimony, calling, and experience is of central significance in the script... 00:58:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sabbath-song-psalm-92/ Sun, 12 May 2019 11:37:45 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2528 Ken Carlton It was the works of the Lord to date that captivated the psalmist's sanctified attention and inspired his song of worship. These exalted themes reached soaring heights in the minds and hearts of true worshippers long ago. The force and beauty of Psalm 92 ... 00:50:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-tale-of-two-sons-galatians-421-31/ Sun, 05 May 2019 22:15:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2523 Ken Carlton Here Paul introduces his second illustration to emphasize the distinction between the 'justification by faith alone' gospel and the notion of works enabled salvation. Having introduced the picture of a guardian/child relationship, to represent the telos o... 00:54:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heeding-gods-word-genesis-618-75/ Sun, 28 Apr 2019 22:12:41 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2522 Ken Carlton Following the first explicit reference to the concept of 'covenant' in scripture, Moses documents the relationship of Noah to his Lord and Savior. This arrangement is built upon special and direct revelation. The Word of God is presented clearly and empha... 00:57:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-gospel-of-lazarus-john-114-44/ Sun, 21 Apr 2019 11:52:59 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2518 Ken Carlton The revelatory and significant miracles of Jesus have reached a crescendo in John's gospel in chapter 11. The resurrection of Lazarus has been preceded by... The wedding in Cana where water became wine (chap 2), The woman at the well encountering the prop... 01:00:25 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/most-high-refuge-psalm-91/ Sun, 14 Apr 2019 16:03:48 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2514 Ken Carlton We come to a beloved Psalm in our series today. Psalm 91 is a familiar text, often memorized and, much like Ps 23, has become iconic of the Psalter itself in the minds and traditions of many. While there are great benefits to familiarity of a text like th... 00:56:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/powerful-priceless-galatians-48-20/ Sun, 07 Apr 2019 21:01:22 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2509 Ken Carlton Our passage today features the Apostle Paul from two dispositions. First, his consummate command of logical argumentation. Wearing his lawyer hat so to speak. Secondly, we witness his personal and passionate concern for those whom he has poured his life a... 01:00:49 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/god-saw-god-said-genesis-69-18/ Sun, 31 Mar 2019 20:51:00 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2508 Ken Carlton Genesis documents a precedent establishing record of the relationship between God's knowledge and His power. These attributes of God are referenced repeatedly in the text with language indicating that God saw and spoke concerning the state of affairs at t... 00:56:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exceptional-grace-genesis-61-10/ Sun, 24 Mar 2019 20:47:18 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2504 Ken Carlton This chapter in the Genesis saga is introduced with the poetry of another Lamech – this man from the elect line of Seth. His contribution of faith in the narrative stands in stark contrast to the ancestor of Cain. Where as evil Lamech celebrates his tyr... 00:57:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/generational-revelation-genesis-5/ Sun, 17 Mar 2019 14:36:10 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2498 Ken Carlton We noted recently from Galatians 4 that a Biblical philosophy of history might be summarized by the phrase: “time measured by the progress of redemption”. Here in the beginning pages of Genesis we find Moses – the world's first great historian - rec... 00:57:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/numbering-our-days-psalm-90/ Sun, 10 Mar 2019 14:28:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2497 Ken Carlton Book four is introduced with the first and only song written by Moses in the Psalter. A fitting location for this piece of poetry unrivaled in its beauty and depth. Isaac Taylor recognized Moses' philosophical and poetic genius surpassing that of the clas... 00:59:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/slaves-vs-sons-galatians-41-7/ Sun, 03 Mar 2019 17:25:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2493 Ken Carlton Galatians chapter 4 contains 2 illustrations to emphasize the distinction between justification by faith and works enabled salvation. These pictures also illuminate the difference the gospel fulfilled effects in the experience of the believer. Verse 21 in... 00:52:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/defiled-crown-psalm-8938-52/ Sun, 24 Feb 2019 20:34:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2489 Ken Carlton Matthew Henry sums up the closing verses of Psalm 89 in a sentence all believers can appreciate: “Sometimes it is not easy to reconcile God's providences with his promises.” The anguish of Psalm 89 can be understood realizing the weight of what was at... 00:53:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-throne-of-david-psalm-8919-37/ Sun, 17 Feb 2019 20:34:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2486 Ken Carlton As noted in our first sermon on Psalm 89. This song of Ethan the Ezrahite is laid out according to three major themes: 1.) Praise for Yahweh (1-18). 2.) Recounting of covenant terms establishing the hope and identity of the people of God (19-37). 3.) A la... 00:53:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/holy-one-of-israel-psalm-891-18/ Sun, 10 Feb 2019 20:56:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2480 Ken Carlton Psalm 89 closes the 3rd book of the Psalter. It serves as a great example of a book three Psalm featuring prominently 3 major themes. First: (1-18) Praise and adoration for Yahweh – the great and only covenant keeping God. Second: (9-37) A recounting of... 00:52:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/according-to-promise-galatians-315-29/ Sun, 03 Feb 2019 20:54:57 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2479 Ken Carlton The central purpose for Paul's letter to the Galatians resurfaces with each argument he deploys. The church had begun to entertain the idea that salvation was not exclusively secured by grace through faith in Christ alone. Paul writes emphatically, persua... 00:58:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/generational-archetypes-genesis-410-26/ Sun, 27 Jan 2019 22:34:29 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2475 Ken Carlton Our text today features principle personas and legacies characterizing the fallen human experience. These patterns are so basic to post-fall life that they appear immediately in the history of mankind. Until the conditions responsible for these issues no ... 01:04:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/missionary-heart-guest-speaker-fred-cressman-psalm-71/ Sun, 20 Jan 2019 18:07:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2472 Fred Cressman Missionary Heart (Guest Speaker Fred Cressman) 01:03:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/regions-dark-deep-psalm-88/ Sun, 13 Jan 2019 21:49:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2465 Ken Carlton Many consider Palm 88 the darkest of all the laments in the Psalter. The last word of the song, in fact, is 'darkness' – describing the loss of all common sources of joy in this veil of tears. Like Job, even Heman's (the Ezrahite author) closest friends... 01:02:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heart-cry-answered-luke-222-38/ Sun, 06 Jan 2019 21:48:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2464 Ken Carlton The heart cry all the way back to Adam and Eve of hope in a future Son has carried forward through millennia to this moment in our text. The faithful held out hope in the covenant promises of God. They were waiting, as it is stated in the case of Simeon, ... 01:04:24 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/guest-speaker-jason-mohn-2-timothy-46-8/ Sun, 30 Dec 2018 11:17:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2462 Jason Mohn Guest Speaker Jason Mohn - 2 Timothy 4:6-8 00:34:48 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/divine-arm-strength-luke-146-55/ Sun, 23 Dec 2018 15:04:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2458 Ken Carlton From Gen 4:1, the heart cry of Eve has expressed hope in a future son. Through the history of the covenant, this cry has echoed rising in clarity and intensity at providential points along the timeline of God's decree unfolding. For many faithful women th... 00:50:20 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/eves-heart-cry-1-samuel-21-10/ Sun, 16 Dec 2018 15:00:41 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2455 Ken Carlton In our Genesis study, we have noted the hope invested in the cry of Eve in Genesis 4:1 when she exclaims: “I have gotten a man with the help of the Lord.” This moment occurs after the fall and banishment from Eden upon the birth of her son Cain. The L... 00:50:47 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/born-for-adversity-genesis-41-12/ Sun, 25 Nov 2018 16:43:45 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2444 Ken Carlton Genesis chapter four opens with a hopeful declaration from Eve – the mother of all living, (3:20) “I have gotten a man with the help of the Lord.” she exclaims. Her hopes that her first-born may be the promised deliverer are short lived however, as ... 01:02:01 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/closing-edens-door-genesis-320-24/ Sun, 18 Nov 2018 16:39:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2443 Ken Carlton Though the final chapter of paradise closes with notes of devastating sadness and the seal of judgement forever barring unassisted reentry – there are hopeful signs as well. The meaning of these symbol laden historical events is profound, albeit foreign... 00:52:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/in-depth-prayer/ Sun, 11 Nov 2018 16:34:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2442 Ken Carlton William Jay said of prayer: “Prayer is the design of trouble, the evidence that it is sanctified, its solace, and the medium of deliverance from it.” Observations on prayer such as this stem from contemplation of passages like Psalm 86 which incidenta... 00:56:34 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/crucified-with-purpose-galatians-215-21/ Sun, 04 Nov 2018 19:59:43 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2436 Ken Carlton Our text today is not only central to the theme and understanding of the book of Galatians, but also to the entirety of Paul's thesis on the Gospel and his personal motivation for ministry. Here we get to the bed rock of the Christian faith and gospel. Th... 00:49:35 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/judgement-realities-genesis-314-19/ Sun, 28 Oct 2018 19:58:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2435 Ken Carlton The judgements levied by God upon the fall of mankind into sin provide a precise accounting of the nature of man and his relationship to the world. Though so many in our day scoff at the origin account unfolding in Genesis, they can do nothing but illustr... 00:54:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sound-of-the-lord-god-genesis-38-15/ Sun, 21 Oct 2018 12:34:51 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2431 Ken Carlton The advent of the fall of man from a state of innocence to a state of guilt is followed immediately by a reckoning. Man must answer to his creator for his stewardship of the realm (or lack there of). Man and wife dread this occasion and frantically seek r... 00:54:59 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/revival-cry-psalm-85/ Sun, 14 Oct 2018 22:27:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2428 Ken Carlton Since I can remember, the Evangelical church in America has been interested in revival. There has been a steady drum beat for a widespread move of God in our land for sometime. Revival speaks to a calling back to life that which has grown cold, stagnated,... 00:56:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fallout-of-the-fall-genesis-31-7/ Sun, 30 Sep 2018 23:17:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2424 Ken Carlton The Ominous opening words of Genesis chapter 3 (“Now the serpent was more crafty than any other beast of the field that the Lord God had made...”) signal a dramatic shift in the record. What soon follows is an entirely new reality for the nature and d... 00:58:06 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/from-the-beginning-genesis-218-25/ Sun, 23 Sep 2018 21:44:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2420 Ken Carlton Matthew 19:3-6... When questioned about what is permissible in marriage, Jesus Himself could not have been more clear as to the foundation of the marriage union and the authoritative word on these matters. He responds: “Have you not read?...” with ref... 00:56:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/theme-seeds-genesis-210-17/ Sun, 16 Sep 2018 20:45:44 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2417 Ken Carlton Chapter 2 of Genesis continues to lay out the blueprint for the architecture of reality. Concepts absolutely foundational to the relationship of the Creator to His creatures are presented in condensed form. These 'theme seeds' planted in Genesis unfold th... 00:56:40 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/highway-to-zion-psalm-84/ Sun, 09 Sep 2018 19:36:29 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2413 Ken Carlton The rich covenant history of the people of God provides the background and occasion for this song. This would no doubt have been a favorite song of worshipping pilgrims enjoying the protection and favor of the Lord as they approach step by step, the templ... 00:47:15 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christ-slave-galatians-110-17/ Sun, 02 Sep 2018 15:06:55 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2407 Ken Carlton atthew Henry says of Paul: “In preaching the gospel, the apostle sought to bring persons to obedience, not of men, but of God. But Paul would not attempt to alter the doctrine of Christ, either to gain their favor, or to avoid their fury. In so importan... 01:06:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenantal-documentation-genesis-21-9/ Sun, 26 Aug 2018 14:58:32 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2406 Ken Carlton Just as categories are provided from the first days of creation differentiating creatures from one another according to their kinds, so it is with the record of Biblical history following creation. The calling of man and his record of faithfulness or lack... 00:47:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/crown-of-creation-genesis-126-31/ Sun, 19 Aug 2018 21:29:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2402 Ken Carlton In our text today, the record of events on the 6th day of creation continue. More detail of God's creative work on this day is recorded than any of the others as the creation week reaches a glorious crescendo with the creation and calling of man himself. ... 00:47:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/oh-god-declare-war-psalm-83/ Sun, 12 Aug 2018 17:44:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2398 Ken Carlton Psalm 83 concludes this section of the Psalms written by Asaph. He closes His hymnal with a divine call to arms against his enemies, and therefore the enemies of God. Asaph is not shy in invoking the judgements of God. He understands the multi-faceted glo... 01:00:32 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/hills-to-die-on-galatians-11-9/ Sun, 05 Aug 2018 10:35:59 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2395 Ken Carlton In the providence of God, a group of false teachers in the Galatia region provide a test case for the church which served to reveal Gospel non-negotiables. Given the 1st century lay of the land culturally and the dynamic of the Jewish to Christian traject... 00:58:58 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/architecture-of-reality-genesis-13-28/ Sun, 29 Jul 2018 13:51:33 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2391 Ken Carlton Within the creation narrative of scripture, we have infinitely more than a journalist's first person observations of a historical event. We are beholding, in the first pages of Genesis, the definitive building blocks of reality itself. The nature of mater... 01:00:53 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/miraculous-salvation-genesis-11-5/ Sun, 22 Jul 2018 13:47:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2388 Ken Carlton Acts introduces the church age with the spread of the gospel and a flurry of Holy Spirit activity. Luke makes it clear to us from page one of the New Testament church that the work of salvation in the hearts of the elect is a supernatural event. God alone... 00:49:52 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/preaching-to-princes-psalm-82/ Sun, 15 Jul 2018 21:13:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2384 Ken Carlton In Psalm 82 – albeit in song form – Asaph assumes the role of preacher to the state. This role of the clergyman is rarely practiced these days. Why?, we should ask. Generally it seems reasonable to conclude this is because the government has become an... 00:47:23 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/guest-speaker-john-lawry/ Sun, 08 Jul 2018 22:48:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2379 John Lawry Guest Speaker John Lawry 00:28:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/since-we-let-us-hebrews-414-16/ Sun, 01 Jul 2018 22:42:07 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2378 Ken Carlton Unbelievers often seek to downplay the Old Testament/New Testament connection, sometimes claiming that messianic prophecies of the Old Testament are misreads from a biased Christian understanding. While this may be common, I think a betting man would be s... 00:55:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/by-design-genesis-13-11/ Sun, 24 Jun 2018 20:50:06 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2372 Ken Carlton Today's worship text (Psalm 148) details the appropriate response upon realizing the glory of God revealed in the account of Genesis one and subsequently evident all across the universe of His majestic works. Verse one describes a fitting sanctuary for th... 00:56:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/creation-revelation-genesis-11-5/ Sun, 17 Jun 2018 20:43:36 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2371 Ken Carlton The creation of the universe – as with all the works of God – is a revelatory act. Intrinsic to its purpose, the record of the Bible's opening pages informs, instructs, and displays the manifold glory of God. The unique status of men and angels among ... 00:59:09 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heavens-voice-pleading-psalm-81/ Sun, 10 Jun 2018 21:12:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2367 Ken Carlton Asaph opens Psalm 80 with an event signaled by trumpets illustrating the great privilege and promises attending the people of God if only they turn again unto Him. Asaph continues in this framework for Psalm 81. Again, an event signaled by trumpets is rec... 00:50:33 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/hebrews-on-leadership-hebrews-137-25/ Sun, 03 Jun 2018 19:54:07 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2363 Ken Carlton What makes a great leader? Why are certain figures of historical importance celebrated for their leadership? What character traits and qualifications will we look for in our political candidates next election cycle? Questions like this – as common as th... 00:53:36 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/why-genesis/ Sun, 27 May 2018 12:41:12 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2359 Ken Carlton It is easy to forget how important the account of creation is to the believer. Many professing Christians hold to wildly divergent views of the interpretation of Genesis, primarily because of “scientific findings” and the cultural incredulity of our d... 00:56:06 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-judgement-reader-habakkuk-22-20/ Sun, 20 May 2018 20:18:51 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2355 Ken Carlton A 'reader' is a book written for instruction and practice in reading elsewhere on a particular subject. A sort of user manual for a topic of interest. In our case today, in summarizing and concluding our study of Nahum, we consider Habakkuk 2 as a reader ... 00:54:26 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/restoration-cry-psalm-80/ Sun, 13 May 2018 22:40:18 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2352 Ken Carlton Psalm 80 is among the Psalms of Asaph that can be classified as a community lament. A song of sadness and loss yet offered to a savior capable and merciful. Ultimately Asaph places his hope for restoration in one man at Yahweh's right hand. Spurgeon remin... 00:55:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-eternal-covenant-hebrews-1317-25/ Sun, 06 May 2018 12:02:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2346 Ken Carlton A fitting conclusion to a paradigm expounding expert treatise on the glories of the gospel of Jesus Christ comes to us by way of benediction in Hebrews 13. This concluding prayer of blessing summarizes and proclaims central themes throughout the letter/se... 00:53:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/onetime-rod-nahum-311-19/ Sun, 29 Apr 2018 16:03:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2133 Ken Carlton The threat of war at the gates of their flagship city would have been dismissed out of hand by the average Assyrian when Nahum was writing his prophecy. After all, Ninevite armies had pushed the front lines of conflict out to the extremities of the empire... 00:51:12 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/good-riddance-nineveh-nahum-31-10/ Sun, 22 Apr 2018 17:38:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2130 Ken Carlton The ministry of the prophet Nahum serves in some part to show that the wicked city of Nineveh is a particular instance of the universal truth that God will dismantle the collective idolatry of His foes though they seek refuge from His strong arm behind th... 01:00:38 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/war-poetry-hebrews-55-10-613-20-715-28/ Sun, 15 Apr 2018 21:57:58 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2129 Ken Carlton Nahum is given the task of delivering the message of the irrevocable judgements of God against a city/nation of infamous war-mongers. God has set the reckoning date for Nineveh's war crimes on His calender and the day is fast approaching. This time no rep... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/redeeming-sadness-psalm-79/ Sun, 08 Apr 2018 19:09:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2128 Ken Carlton Asaph rises in defense of God's honor even as he expresses the anguish of his people's sufferings. He recognizes whatever his enemies have done to take advantage of him, they are infinitely more culpable for provoking the Lord God of Israel. Psalm 79 appe... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/melchizedek-forever-hebrews-55-10-613-20-715-28/ Sun, 01 Apr 2018 20:51:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2125 Ken Carlton From Psalm 110 to the book of Hebrews, the Bible has emphasized and anticipated the glories of the resurrection and ascension of Jesus Christ. Psalm 110 is cited 5 times in the context of Hebrew's commentary on the essential doctrine and historical realit... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/guest-speaker-john-lawrey/ Sun, 25 Mar 2018 20:40:29 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2124 John Lawrey Guest Speaker - John Lawrey 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/history-of-discipline-psalm-7856-72/ Sun, 18 Mar 2018 12:26:44 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2122 Ken Carlton As we follow the historical record of the dealings of God with His people featured in Asaph's song, we have now moved from the wilderness to the promised land. In spite of blessings promised and received, the all too familiar refrain is echoed once again ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/divine-historiography-psalm-7840-55/ Sun, 11 Mar 2018 20:40:06 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2121 Ken Carlton Mindful of the prologue of Asaph's Psalm in verses 1-8, we dig deeper into the history text book assigned for children of believers or more precisely: children of the covenantally faithful. We have established that Psalm 78, alongside the rest of scriptur... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/outsiders-hebrews-1310-16/ Sun, 04 Mar 2018 19:01:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2119 Ken Carlton Hebrews features the Calvary moments of the gospel by way of closing admonition for the church. In our text (and its referent in the life and ministry of Christ), it becomes apparent that what is often the occasion for scorn and rejection from the ungodly... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rock-vs-wind-psalm-7832-40/ Sun, 25 Feb 2018 14:17:10 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2117 Ken Carlton Isaiah prophesied to a people that fell under the condemnation of Psalm 78 and illustrated well its abiding truth. Is 29:13-16 “And the Lord said: Because this people draw near with their mouth and honor me with their lips, while their hearts are far fr... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/graves-of-lust-psalm-7817-31/ Sun, 18 Feb 2018 21:26:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2115 Ken Carlton The tone of the greater portion of Psalm 78's historical record is sobering indeed as it demonstrates the fearful consequences of sinful rebellion against the Lord and His anointed. Though these sections are more somber and less superficially comforting t... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/corporate-examination-psalm-781-16/ Sun, 11 Feb 2018 19:21:33 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2114 Ken Carlton Our text today is a “historical” psalm. Psalm 78 records at length, the consequences of ignoring Psalm 77. Whereas the Psalmist cries in his distress in (77:11-12): “I will remember the deeds of the Lord: yes I will remember your wonders of old. I w... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/reverent-living-hebrews-131-9/ Sun, 04 Feb 2018 20:19:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2112 Ken Carlton Following the apostolic pattern of laying out detailed instruction in the doctrine of the faith followed by exhorting the practice the faith demands, the author of Hebrews shifts gears toward application in chapter 13. Recalling the structure of Romans wh... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/policeman-of-the-world-nahum-19-15/ Sun, 28 Jan 2018 17:39:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2110 Ken Carlton Scriptural history combined with prophecies like the oracle and vision of Nahum provide examples of the very obvious and inevitable judgments of God against the most self confident and apparently successful foes of the Lord and His people... yes, even who... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/supreme-jealousy-nahum-11-8/ Sun, 21 Jan 2018 21:56:15 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2107 Ken Carlton Nahum is the sequel to Jonah in many ways. The calling of this prophet was to proclaim the imminent judgement Nineveh would not escape and doubly deserved. The revival sparked by Jonah’s preaching in this great city likely lasted no more than a generati... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/unseen-footprints-psalm-77/ Sun, 14 Jan 2018 19:30:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2104 Ken Carlton The authors of scripture were no strangers to mental anguish. Depression is not a condition only recently identified and addressed by modern medicine. Asaph prescribes “medicine” for the distraught heart even as he offers a testimonial to its effects.... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/attention-hebrews-12-25-29/ Sun, 07 Jan 2018 21:03:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2102 Ken Carlton Our text today, follows a pattern throughout the book of Hebrews which has proven a favorite persuasive device of the author. At moments like this in the text, he will call our attention to consider more carefully the intense reality and weight of a parti... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/greater-than-jonah-book-of-jonah-overview-mat-1238-42/ Sun, 31 Dec 2017 12:24:48 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2097 Ken Carlton Jesus Himself identifies Jonah and aspects of the prophet's experience as typological or symbolic of the Christ. Matthew 12 in fact provides divine hermeneutical insight into the record of scripture as Jesus Himself points out a unique aspect of divine re... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/conception-eve-john-1236-41/ Sun, 24 Dec 2017 12:52:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2095 Ken Carlton Perhaps we often reference the 'glory of God' without paying much heed to the content of the phrase. Let us consider a definition to reinforce our understanding of this concept. The glory of God is:The infinite perfections of God in His worth, works, attr... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/our-warlord-psalm-76/ Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:01:37 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2088 Ken Carlton The fourth installment in this grouping of 10 psalms of Asaph brings us worship themes inspired by triumph in war. Here in Ps 76, we find the enemies of our God and His Christ magnifying His wisdom and strength as they are conquered by the King of Kings. ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/behold-your-god-kenny-stokes/ Sun, 10 Dec 2017 19:56:41 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2086 Kenny Stokes Behold Your God by Pastor Kenny Stokes 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sinai-vs-zion-hebrews-1218-24/ Sun, 03 Dec 2017 21:39:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2083 Ken Carlton As our author brings his preeminent, sophisticated, and glorious argument to a conclusion, the crescendo of full orbed redemptive historical revelation reaches overwhelming levels of beauty. He revisits and supercharges the comparison/contrast motif of Ol... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/important-relationships-jonah-46-11/ Sun, 26 Nov 2017 17:00:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2078 Ken Carlton The account of Jonah's ministry and subsequent response is a reminder to us that great triumphs may be attended by great trials as God is pleased to accomplish things through His servant as well as in His servant simultaneously. Little did Jonah realize h... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/anger-vs-compassion-jonah-43-5/ Sun, 19 Nov 2017 20:23:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2076 Ken Carlton Instead of dealing with a wicked people as Jonah thought He should, the Lord uses this occasion to discipline His servant. How often does our self-justified condemnation of others serve as a convenient smoke screen for our own sin? Issues with others are ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/proper-thanksgiving-psalm-75/ Sun, 12 Nov 2017 21:51:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2073 Ken Carlton It seems fitting to consider passages of scripture like Palm 75 this time of year as the Thanksgiving holiday is approaching. The purpose for Asaph's worship song is the giving of thanks to the Lord for His wondrous deeds. This song would serve well on th... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/holiness-highway-hebrews-1212-17/ Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:37:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2070 Ken Carlton The author of Hebrews extends his race analogy building upon his descriptive metaphor with scriptural references reinforcing the concept. He employs witnesses from Old Testament history to emphasize the sobering necessity of endurance in the Christian lif... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/reformation-via-gospel-romans-116-17/ Sun, 29 Oct 2017 18:48:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2071 Ken Carlton Two days shy of 500 years ago, an unassuming document to the average passing eye was tacked to the door of a castle church in Germany by one oblivious, would-be reformer; Martin Luther. These 95 theses were points of contention this Augustinian monk had w... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/maddening-kindness-jonah-310-45/ Sun, 22 Oct 2017 20:34:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2069 Ken Carlton Jonah unequivocally confessed upon his own deliverance from well deserved calamity: “Salvation belongs to the Lord!” (2:9). This phrase serves will as a theme for his entire book. In an ironic display of Jonah's fickle heart (and perhaps a mirror for ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-prophet-and-the-king-jonah-36-9/ Sun, 15 Oct 2017 12:56:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2067 Ken Carlton Jonah's message to Nineveh is not exactly an ideal example of a well balanced gospel presentation we might hold up as a model for seminary students. The ideal mix of 'law & gospel' does not appear to be a concern for him. His 8 word sermon is heavy on... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ruins-song-psalm-74/ Sun, 08 Oct 2017 15:05:15 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2065 Ken Carlton Imagine driving home from a family outing one day only to return to a pile of smoldering ashes with an occasional metal object standing here and there like charred witnesses to the merciless power of flames. Every thing you worked for, treasured, and live... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-school-of-suffering-hebrews-125-11/ Sun, 01 Oct 2017 18:38:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2064 Ken Carlton In light of his race analogy opening chapter 12, it seems appropriate that the author of Hebrews would extend his athletic metaphor to illustrate rigorous, behind the scenes training required to finish the course with honors. In doing so, he underscores a... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/word-for-word-jonah-210-35/ Sun, 24 Sep 2017 18:19:08 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2062 Ken Carlton Our title today reflects the prominence of the Word of God in this section of our text, not to mention the entire account of Jonah. The Word of God comes to Jonah, mercifully, a second time – word for word – reiterating his missionary call. The Word o... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-beauty-of-baptism-colossians-29-15/ Sun, 17 Sep 2017 20:05:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2061 Ken Carlton The apostle Paul takes the time to unveil the significance of our salvation pictured and proclaimed in baptism for several reasons. He knows these truths will equip them to walk as Christians in a pagan society (6). He knows these realities will cause the... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-sanctuary-effect-psalm-73/ Sun, 10 Sep 2017 14:35:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2059 Ken Carlton Similar themes to this psalm are featured in other Old Testament passages, Psalm 37, 49 and the book of Job among them. The author wrestles with the perennial question: “How could a good God allow me to suffer while His enemies prosper?” This question... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/audience-of-heroes-hebrews-121-4/ Sun, 03 Sep 2017 21:35:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2058 Ken Carlton Much like the 12th chapter of the book of Romans, the author of Hebrews introduces the major application section of his book having laid the groundwork with painstaking precision. He answers the question: 'how then shall we live...' in light of the testim... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/beneath-the-billows-jonah-117-29/ Sun, 27 Aug 2017 16:41:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2056 Ken Carlton Little did Solomon know the extreme conditions under which his prayerful request would be answered as he dedicated the temple in I Kings 8:29 saying: “..That your eyes may be open night and day toward this house, the place of which you have said: “My ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gospel-at-sea-jonah-17-16/ Sun, 20 Aug 2017 13:15:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2055 Ken Carlton Let us notice first of all a surprising twist in the context of our passage today. The storm was threatening to destroy this vessel on account of Jonah's unfaithfulness, not the flagrant idolatry of his shipmates! Consider this circumstance and principle ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-ideal-king-psalm-72/ Sun, 13 Aug 2017 12:11:37 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2053 Ken Carlton Psalm 72 closes the second book of the Psalter. The collection is arranged in 5 parts echoing the Pentateuch (5 books of Moses). Book 1: 1-41, book 2: 42-72, book 3: 73-89, book 4: 90-106, book 5: 107-150. Each book closes doxologically extolling the Lord... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/world-not-worthy-hebrews-1132-40/ Sun, 06 Aug 2017 19:48:32 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2051 Ken Carlton With a persuasive flourish, the author of Hebrews concludes his section on the faith of former saints with a rhetorical question, a cumulative case, and an argument from lesser to greater. Hebrews 11 opens the blinds on windows overlooking the legacy of p... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/wake-up-call-jonah-11-6/ Sun, 30 Jul 2017 18:59:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2050 Jonah's Old Testament book is cataloged with the 'minor prophets'. His is an account of condensed and dramatic proportions full of surprising twists and foreshadowing Gospel realities. The theme central to these four chapters may well be the final phrase ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-of-heaven-matthew/ Sun, 23 Jul 2017 18:59:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2049 Ken Carlton Many have argued for the thematic continuity of the entire Bible appealing to the 'kingdom' theme. I don't think the author of Matthew would disagree. In fact on close analysis of his gospel, we find this central idea and organizing concept absolutely per... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jesus-last-words-matthew-2816-20/ Sun, 16 Jul 2017 12:33:13 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2047 Ken Carlton The escalating ministry of Christ builds to a crescendo of glorious power and reach as Matthew's gospel closes. Paul has summarized the triumphant thrust of the ongoing influence of the incarnation in several places. A classic instance can be found in Eph... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fred-and-cindy-cressman-malawi-update/ Sun, 09 Jul 2017 13:18:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2046 Fred Cressman Fred and Cindy Cressman – Malawi Update 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-mature-prayer-life-psalm-71/ Sun, 09 Jul 2017 13:08:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2045 Ken Carlton Psalm 71 provides us the rarest of treasures: a perfectly preserved, Spirit inspired, song and prayer of an elderly and godly man. The value of this Psalm is further appreciated as we consider the context of the author's appeal. He finds himself at the we... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sea-city-and-harlot-hebrews-1129-31/ Sun, 02 Jul 2017 21:22:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2043 Ken Carlton As the author of Hebrews continues to multiply examples of faith, he presents several instances which feature foreboding obstacles and shared experiences. These references feature the power of God intervening in the most challenging circumstances thus dem... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/resurrection-revelation-matthew-281-10/ Sun, 25 Jun 2017 21:21:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2042 Ken Carlton As the gospel arc of revelatory fulness comes to fruition in Matthew's account, we see the ministry of Christ gloriously showcased in manifold ways. One example in the bigger picture of the book is apparent in angelic visitations which introduce and repri... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/last-ditch-effort-matthew-2762-66-2811-15/ Sun, 18 Jun 2017 21:18:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2041 Ken Carlton As circumstances and conflicts come to a head in the final days of Christ, three illegitimate authorities conspire against Christ to dismiss Him as the imposter. Priests, Pharisees, and Pilate scheme to ensure their influence and authority at the expense ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/uncommon-ground-psalm-70/ Sun, 11 Jun 2017 21:13:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2040 Ken Carlton Psalm 70 is a refrain from Psalm 40. A virtually verbatim echo of verses 13-17 of the prior song. Psalm 40 contains direct Messianic fulfillment as Hebrews 10 recognizes its foretelling of the incarnation. The messianic allusions extend to the rest of Psa... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/seeing-the-invisible-hebrews-1124-28/ Sun, 04 Jun 2017 12:08:36 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2036 Ken Carlton Faith acts on the invisible. II Corinthians 5:7 declares of Christians like minded with the apostle Paul: “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” later in the same section he notes: “For we must all appear before the judgement seat of Christ so that e... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-gospel-and-worship-matthew-2755-289/ Sun, 28 May 2017 18:31:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2034 Ken Carlton Numbers 21:8-9 records a typological moment in Israel's history illuminating judgement and salvation. “...The Lord said to Moses, make a fiery serpent and set it on a pole and everyone who is bitten when he sees it, shall live.” So Moses made a bronze... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ultimate-interposition-psalm-69/ Sun, 21 May 2017 18:40:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2031 Ken Carlton Interposition as illustrated in Psalm 69 contains the idea of coming between two parties in order to bring peace. To rescue one by intervening on his behalf. Noah Webster comments in his historic dictionary in reference to the term: “how many evidences ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/cradle-to-grave-faith-hebrews-1117-26/ Sun, 14 May 2017 13:00:29 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2029 Ken Carlton Our working summary of faith gleaned from this great chapter has been: “believing in and acting on the promises and power of God.” In light of the examples featured for us in this section of Hebrews 11 (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses' parents, a... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christian-leadership-in-conflict-joe-reed-philemon/ Sun, 07 May 2017 12:57:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2028 Joe Reed Christian Leadership In Conflict (Joe Reed) - Philemon 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lord-at-thy-death-matthew-2751-54/ Sun, 30 Apr 2017 12:43:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2026 Ken Carlton A well known Christmas hymn echoes... “Jesus, Lord at Thy birth...”. Our text today reminds us that just as striking as beholding the Lordship and sovereignty of Christ in His incarnation as a helpless babe, so it can be said of His work on Calvary as... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/psalm-22-comes-alive-psalm-221-18-mat-2745-50/ Sun, 23 Apr 2017 21:11:41 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2025 Ken Carlton In Matthew's account of the cross, Jesus lifts His voice only twice. These utterances are recorded in our passage today. The last sound we hear is a loud cry piercing the premature darkness as He yields up His spirit – sovereignly offering up His own bo... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/this-temple-matthew-2736-44/ Sun, 16 Apr 2017 21:08:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2024 Ken Carlton Last sermon we noted the structure of Psalm 68 indicating its connection to the Ark of the Covenant. Verse one is a citation of Moses' commencement prayer from Numbers 10:35. Verse 17 indicates the destination of the ark procession declaring: “Sinai is ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ark-procession-psalm-68/ Sun, 09 Apr 2017 17:37:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2022 Ken Carlton Three things must be kept in mind to appreciate the power and depth of Psalm 68. First: the significance of its author: King David. David as a type of the reigning Christ provides a royal perspective from the vantage point of his throne in Israel. Second:... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/faith-on-this-side-hebrews-1113-19/ Sun, 02 Apr 2017 21:18:18 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2021 Ken Carlton Commenting on Hebrews 11:16, Matthew Henry writes: “...God is not ashamed to be called their God: such is His condescension, such is His love to them; therefore let them never be ashamed of being called His people...”. One might add several other atti... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-rejected-stone-matthew-2732-36/ Sun, 26 Mar 2017 13:51:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2017 Ken Carlton Suspense and anguish build dramatically as we read Matthew's account of Jesus' sufferings unto death. It is as if he desires for you, the reader, to sense something of the horror he and his fellow disciples experienced during the darkest chapter of the go... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/significant-sufferings-matthew-2722-31/ Sun, 19 Mar 2017 17:57:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2013 Ken Carlton The significance of these moments in our text today have been universally affirmed by the Christian church through the ages as generations have confessed that Christ “...suffered under Pontius Pilate...” on His way to “...crucifixion, death, and bur... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gods-shining-face-psalm-67/ Sun, 12 Mar 2017 19:34:56 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2009 Ken Carlton In Numbers 6:24-26, the Lord instructs Moses to equip the high priest Aaron and his sons with words of blessing and benediction for the people of God. “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/archetype-abraham-hebrews-118-12/ Sun, 05 Mar 2017 15:45:15 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2007 Ken Carlton The contextually powerful lineup of great faith illuminating examples given to us in Hebrews 11 is especially appreciated as one considers the events recorded in Genesis 10 and 11 between the account of Noah and Abraham. In Gen 11, the post-flood society ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-completing-joy-of-fellowship-pastor-joe-reed-1-john-11-7/ Sun, 26 Feb 2017 22:37:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2005 Joe Reed The Completing Joy of Fellowship - Pastor Joe Reed - 1 John 1:1-7 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/jesus-in-court-matthew-2711-23/ Sun, 19 Feb 2017 21:46:13 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2002 Ken Carlton The claims of Christ were in conflict with the claims of the leaders of His day, particularly and especially the chief priests and elders of the people who took counsel together intending to destroy Him (v:1). Their intentions are behind Jesus' trial and ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/history-future-psalm-66/ Sun, 12 Feb 2017 12:21:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=2000 Ken Carlton Psalm 66 is a striking example of the grand and glorious expectations of the Psalms. While Gospel mechanics understood at this time were relegated to type and shadow withing national boundaries more or less, songs like Psalm 66 prophetically anticipate wo... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/faith-illuminated-hebrews-111-7/ Sun, 05 Feb 2017 20:59:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1999 Ken Carlton After thoroughly emphasizing the great dangers of falling away from one's professed faith, the author of Hebrews now turns his attention to explaining and illustrating faith itself. This lengthy and beautifully poetic treatise follows on the heals of cita... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/act-like-heirs-titus-31-7/ Sun, 29 Jan 2017 18:28:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1997 Ken Carlton The book of Titus contains a recurring theme that could perhaps be summarized by reworking a too common Christian cliché. Instead of: “ Christianity is a relationship, not a religion”, Paul’s epistle emphasizes the point that Christianity is a rel... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/betraying-innocent-blood-matthew-271-10/ Sun, 22 Jan 2017 21:43:26 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1995 Ken Carlton As we noticed in the context of Peter's denial of Christ, the dichotomies between the lines throughout the betrayal, trial, arrest, and execution of Christ are striking. (27:1) When morning arrives, ALL the chief priests and elders of the people took coun... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mans-weakness-gospel-power-matthew-2669-75/ Sun, 15 Jan 2017 19:11:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1994 Ken Carlton Luke's gospel provides supernatural 'behind the scenes' perspective on these moments featured in all four gospels. As to the denial of Peter – we learn that this event had been the topic of prior discussion in the spiritual realm. Much like the prologue... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/praiseworthy-casebook-psalm-65/ Sun, 08 Jan 2017 19:25:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1993 Ken Carlton A casebook contains a collection of records illustrating specific instances used for reference and instruction normally in fields of study such as medicine or law. In this sense Psalm 65 serves as something of a casebook for worship. Verse one is a procla... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/medicines-for-the-church-hebrews-1026-39/ Sun, 01 Jan 2017 12:29:06 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1990 Ken Carlton How often do any of us sit down with physical pen and paper to compose a letter and actually send it to someone? In spite of our modern conveniences, this activity is relatively uncommon these days. Imagine a different era of history where paper was extre... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/saints-in-light-colossians-19-13/ Sun, 25 Dec 2016 12:30:59 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1989 Ken Carlton Paul's prayer in the Colossian prologue explores and applies the glorious transformational possibilities for believers predicated upon the glory of Christ. Our recent message from this passage expounded verses 15-20. In these verses the apostle magnifies ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/institutionalized-blasphemy-matthew-2657-68-the-trial-of-christ/ Sun, 18 Dec 2016 12:26:07 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1988 Ken Carlton The significance of the events we read of today is underscored in many ways throughout the text. One example is the detail and frequency of the gospel record. All three gospels once again spotlight these agonizing events in our Savior's life and ministry.... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-worship-of-fear-psalm-64/ Sun, 11 Dec 2016 14:32:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1986 Ken Carlton Psalm 64 expands the application value of perennially comforting truths celebrated in Psalm 27, where David asks himself rhetorically “Whom shall I fear?”. In spite of the surrounding encampments of enemy armies, if the Lord remains his light and salv... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/word-became-flesh-special-service-colossians-115-20/ Sun, 04 Dec 2016 14:27:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1985 Ken Carlton Perhaps the most familiar pictures of Christ in our culture, broadly speaking, are the traditional associations of Jesus with Christmas time. The manager scene is magical and tender, the kings, shepherds, and various characters of the nativity lend themse... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/betrayed-and-arrested-matthew-2647-56/ Sun, 27 Nov 2016 21:35:12 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1983 Ken Carlton The contextual emphasis of this chapter of Jesus' journey to the cross could not be more clear (56) “ all this has taken place that the scriptures of the prophets might be fulfilled.” Even passages from the Psalter come alive in the narrative as we se... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/transfiguration-and-gethsemane-matthew-2630-46/ Sun, 20 Nov 2016 17:23:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1981 Ken Carlton The multifaceted, multilayered richness of the Gospel record demands a trained eye for some of its most brilliant, literary gems. Matthew 26 begins to usher in the events of Calvary directly while illustrating prior themes, reinforcing over-arching truths... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/wilderness-worship-psalm-63/ Sun, 13 Nov 2016 12:25:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1977 Ken Carlton The anguish of a soul who trusts in the Lord provides an occasion to showcase the attributes and power of the covenant keeping God of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and David. The beauty and grace of David's writing in his darkest hour is testimony to its divine ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/prophetic-illustrations-matthew-2614-29/ Sun, 16 Oct 2016 12:03:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1970 Ken Carlton The record of events immediately leading up to the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus are a flurry of activity in the gospel. From the perspective of an ignorant or casual observer, they would seem inconsequential, chaotic, and tragic. From the vant... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fortified-positions-psalm-62/ Sun, 09 Oct 2016 12:22:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1969 Ken Carlton Man by virtue of his rebellion against God (since original sin became the universal human experience), has been interested in moral ambiguity, blurry lines, grey areas, undefined ethical distinctions, and neutral ground. He imagines if such is the case wi... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/call-to-worship-remembering-stanley-clark/ Sun, 02 Oct 2016 12:59:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1967 Ken Carlton Call to Worship (Remembering Stanley Clark) 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/deficits-and-attainments-hebrews-101-10/ Sun, 02 Oct 2016 12:56:22 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1966 Ken Carlton As the genius of Hebrew's author continues to astound the spiritually attentive reader, it becomes more and more clear that the illuminating power of New Covenant realities equips the true believer with cross-covenantal understanding rivaling that of any ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/contextual-illumination-matthew-261-16/ Sun, 25 Sep 2016 14:04:57 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1965 Ken Carlton Through the course of our Matthew study we have seen numerous occasions where the teaching blocks of the record mutually reinforce the immediate narrative in the flow of gospel events. We've labeled this literary observation 'narrative/imperative continui... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christ-the-judge-matthew-2531-46/ Sun, 18 Sep 2016 14:03:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1964 Ken Carlton How ought the reality of the judgement seat of Christ inform our understanding of the gospel? For many these days the “good news” they expect has nothing to do with the reality of an eternal reckoning. A great effort is waged in every age to purge our... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/messianic-premonition-psalm-61/ Sun, 11 Sep 2016 21:35:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1962 Ken Carlton It seems likely this Psalm would accompany David’s troubled latter years as king of Israel. Like many stories of near death experiences, this Psalm seems to flash before our eyes with glimpses of eternal significance. It is as if David suddenly proclaim... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christ-appearing-hebrews-923-28/ Sun, 04 Sep 2016 16:39:32 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1960 Ken Carlton The concluding thoughts in Hebrews chapter 9 restate and expand the sentence found in verses 11 and 12. “But when Christ appeared as a High Priest of the good things that have come, then through the greater and more perfect tent (not made with hands, th... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/talents-in-the-text-matthew-2514-30/ Sun, 28 Aug 2016 16:38:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1959 Ken Carlton The multifaceted nature of the interim stages of the Kingdom of God continue to be the great concern of Jesus' latter teaching ministry. An entire paradigm shift is necessary for the disciples to grasp the reality of God's sovereign hand in unfolding rede... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/meeting-the-bridegroom-matthew-251-12/ Sun, 21 Aug 2016 12:37:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1957 Ken Carlton In Matthew 13:10-17 there is a record in the words of Jesus for the reason He spoke in parables. One aspect of Christ's purpose in this teaching context is described as a fulfillment of Isaiah's prophecy “You will indeed hear but never understand... for... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sober-victory-psalm-60/ Sun, 14 Aug 2016 18:02:55 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1955 Ken Carlton Psalm 60 opens with the longest title of the Psalter and provides us with insightful and surprising historical background information. It seems clear from this paragraph that Psalm 60 was written as the anthem to commemorate the summarily victorious warfa... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fits-the-bill-hebrews-915-22/ Sun, 07 Aug 2016 22:29:00 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1950 Ken Carlton Hebrews 9:15 is one of those spectacular gospel saturated verses that summarizes in one sentence, what the entire Bible expounds. The truth of this single verse understood and appreciated would provide a well spring of eternal worship suitable for the thr... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/household-management-matthew-2442-51/ Sun, 31 Jul 2016 22:26:37 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1949 Ken Carlton Our Lord continues to enlighten His disciples on Kingdom of God realities. In this case, ideas related to timing feature prominently. This master of household and servants analogy is followed immediately by two waiting parables making use of preparation a... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/event-oracle-matthew-2436-44-ii-peter-24-10/ Sun, 24 Jul 2016 19:38:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1946 Ken Carlton Today's message will be a brief excursus from our ordinary format to help reinforce our understanding of Biblical eschatology. We will rewind a little, slightly overlapping last week's text in order to develop, by comparative study, a concept I've labelle... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/stay-awake-matthew-2432-51/ Sun, 17 Jul 2016 12:24:29 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1940 Ken Carlton The final structured discourse in Matthew is divided between a litany of specific catastrophic signs of judicial reckoning prophesied in condemnation of the temple and its representative apostasy, idolatry, and application points in preparation of these e... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/adversity-anthem-psalm-59/ Sun, 10 Jul 2016 12:22:07 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1938 Ken Carlton David provides another installation for the 'Do Not Destroy' Miktam catalogue in the Psalter. While many of David's life situations come to mind as we read this Psalm, the title refers specifically to the circumstances behind the inspiration of Psalm 59. ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/blood-types-hebrews-91-15/ Sun, 03 Jul 2016 15:48:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1935 Ken Carlton The author of Hebrews has thoroughly employed the thematic content of the covenants of old to reveal the communion and perfection achieved in the gospel of Jesus Christ. His argument recapitulates 'lesser to greater' reasoning with each topic of revelatio... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-come-matthew-2429-31/ Sun, 26 Jun 2016 12:18:57 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1933 Ken Carlton The inaugural events of the rule and reign of Christ spoken with prophetic power and illustrative language cannot be fully understood or appreciated apart from their greater linguistic and revelatory context. The Word of God demands attention paid closely... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/vultures-gather-matthew-2415-28/ Sun, 19 Jun 2016 20:41:10 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1930 Ken Carlton The last great discourse in Matthew's gospel signals a seismic shift in redemptive history marked by signal events. Sparks fly and powers clash as Daniel's 70 weeks come to fruition... According to J.C. Ryle, this should come as no surprise to us. He writ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-last-word-psalm-58/ Sun, 12 Jun 2016 16:25:57 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1928 Ken Carlton In Psalm 58 we have a classic text illustrating the faith of the believer with respect to the future of this world. Psalms like this give us insight as to David's eschatology. It was convictions firmly rooted in the cosmic and condescending sovereignty of... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/whats-new-hebrews-87-13/ Sun, 05 Jun 2016 19:16:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1924 Ken Carlton Hebrews 1:1 signals a milestone reached in special revelation – a superlative threshold has been crossed eclipsing the former administration/era/order. The direction and movement of redemptive history has been from “the prophets” to “His Son”. F... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/birth-pains-matthew-241-14/ Sun, 29 May 2016 12:33:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1920 Ken Carlton Commentators have noted that the structure of Matthew's gospel includes 5 sermons bracketed by identical literary devices. In chapters 5-7, after His disciples approach Him, Jesus delivers His 1st discourse: “The Sermon on the Mount”. We have identifi... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/glory-vs-jerusalem-matthew-2331-39/ Sun, 22 May 2016 12:09:17 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1914 Ken Carlton Having recently studied II Sam 24 and noting the parallel text in I Chron 21... the contrasts in the record of scripture with respect to the events surrounding the temple appear telling and striking. The pharisees who are condemned in Matthew 23 by the 7 ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/davids-last-days-ii-samuel-24/ Sun, 15 May 2016 12:52:00 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1912 Ken Carlton The first word of II Samuel chapter 24 indicates a note of context and begs the question: “To what former occasion for the anger of the Lord does our author refer?” The clearest indication comes in the final verse of chapter 24 when it records: “...... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/motherhood-in-the-worst-of-times-2-samuel-211-14/ Sun, 08 May 2016 21:37:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1913 Joe Reed Joe Reed - Motherhood in the Worst of Times - 2 Samuel 21:1-14 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fred-malawi-update-mark-1017-31/ Sun, 01 May 2016 21:07:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1910 Fred Cressman Fred Cressman - Malawi Update - Mark 10:17-31 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/called-to-walk-in-hope-ephesians-522-33/ Sun, 24 Apr 2016 20:46:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1907 Joe Reed Called to Walk In Hope - Ephesians 5:22-33 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/called-to-walk-in-wisdom-ephesians-51-21/ Sun, 17 Apr 2016 12:19:08 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1905 Joe Reed Called to Walk in Wisdom - Ephesians 5:1-21 - Pastor Joe Reed 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-cost-to-follow-christ-luke-1425-33/ Sun, 10 Apr 2016 20:59:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1904 Gene Engisch The Cost to Follow Christ 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/longing-for-eden-stanley-clark/ Sun, 27 Mar 2016 12:03:10 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1902 Stanley Clark Longing for Eden - Stanley Clark 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/called-to-walk-in-strength-pastor-joe-reed-ephesians-417-32/ Sun, 20 Mar 2016 13:47:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1900 Joe Reed Called To Walk In Strength - Pastor Joe Reed - Ephesians 4:17-32 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/called-to-walk-in-strength-pastor-joe-reed-ephesians-47-16/ Sun, 13 Mar 2016 18:35:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1899 Joe Reed Called To Walk In Strength - Pastor Joe Reed - Ephesians 4:7-16 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/true-tent-hebrews-81-7/ Sun, 06 Mar 2016 12:22:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1897 Ken Carlton The idea of heaven is wildly popular these days. Our passage in Hebrews will enable us to discern whether various and delightful imaginations of the day dreamers in our time tend to be Biblically accurate or not. Even in the Christian community, the assoc... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/called-to-walk-in-unity-pastor-joe-reed-ephesians-4/ Sun, 28 Feb 2016 22:03:26 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1895 Joe Reed Called To Walk In Unity - Pastor Joe Reed - Ephesians 4:1-6 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lessons-in-lawfulness-matthew-2323-33/ Sun, 21 Feb 2016 17:55:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1891 Ken Carlton Jesus' message to the Pharisees is laced with surprising, even shocking, ironies. The most learned of men in one sense, proved the most ignorant in another. Though they were most devout in many things, they were nevertheless obstinate with respect to the ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/cave-song-psalm-57/ Sun, 14 Feb 2016 22:10:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1888 Ken Carlton Agustus F. Tholuck summarized his thoughts on the value and virtues of Psalm 57 as follows: “A hard and ungrateful heart beholds even in prosperity only isolated drops of divine grace: but a grateful one like David's though chased by persecutors, and st... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/perfect-son-by-oath-heb-726-82/ Sun, 07 Feb 2016 22:40:11 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1886 Ken Carlton With literary genius, the author of Hebrews is succinctly stating his conclusions based on material he has already expounded at length even while he is introducing concepts he will develop as the letter/sermon unfolds. Comparing priests of respective orde... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christ-in-me-stanley-clark/ Sun, 31 Jan 2016 22:37:12 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1885 Stanley Clark Christ In Me - Stanley Clark 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/woe-to-you-matthew-2313-22/ Sun, 24 Jan 2016 22:52:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1882 Ken Carlton The fundamental error most prevalently on display among the religious of Jesus' day was hypocrisy. The most accurate description of the sin of hypocrisy in context is given in the prologue to the woes of Mat 23 in verse 36... “They preach, but do not pr... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/members-class-covenant-vows/ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 22:56:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1883 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/practice-what-you-preach-matthew-231-12/ Sun, 17 Jan 2016 21:02:13 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1878 Ken Carlton Mat 23:1-12 serves as a prologue to arguably the most scathing, thorough, and direct message of condemnation in all of the gospels. The preaching of the Kingdom of God would not be complete without these indicting words, however. For those with ears to he... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/in-god-we-trust-psalm-56/ Sun, 10 Jan 2016 16:37:53 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1875 Ken Carlton Minted coins in the United States contain the phrase: “In God we trust” emblazoned next to images of important historical figures. This phrase has Biblical content and this sermon could serve to underscore that our Nation's motto need not be an empty ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/perfect-order-hebrews-711-25/ Sun, 03 Jan 2016 17:53:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1872 Ken Carlton Our text today draws distinctions between the old order of the Levitical priesthood and the new order of Christ's High Priesthood. The superiority of Christ is reinforced as the general theme of Hebrews by particular examples here, especially as they rela... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/authority-substantiated-john-519-47/ Sun, 27 Dec 2015 12:14:41 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1870 Ken Carlton The original question brought to Jesus in Mat 21 with respect to His authority triggers an exchange running all the way through chapter 22. The question asked by the chief priests and elders was: “By what authority are you doing these things, and who ga... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-set-up-to-shut-up-matthew-2241-45/ Sun, 20 Dec 2015 20:27:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1869 Ken Carlton The Webster's definition of 'jujitsu' is: “An art of weaponless fighting employing holds, throws, and paralyzing blows to subdue or disable an opponent.” I cannot imagine a better description of the rhetorical prowess of Jesus Christ demonstrated in o... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/tripple-threat-psalm-55/ Sun, 13 Dec 2015 20:18:33 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1868 Ken Carlton Psalm 55 is a three part song, sung three times daily, encapsulating three indispensable elements of prayer in crisis. Spurgeon in expounding the theme of Psalm 55 as a warrior's imprecation – or call for judgement – is quoted as follows: “There is ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mystery-of-melchizedek-hebrews-71-11/ Sun, 06 Dec 2015 18:01:53 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1864 Ken Carlton The theological significance of Melchizedek's unique priesthood has been anticipated in the context prior to this section of Hebrews. The specific Psalm 110 reference is first mentioned in 5:6 followed by verse 10, again referring to Christ's unique pries... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/dear-titus-titus-11-4-at-quamba-baptist-church/ Sun, 29 Nov 2015 16:47:37 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1876 Ken Carlton The historical context and background of the book of Titus serves to provide a timeless application of ecclesiastical instruction for the church universal. Titus was a gentile convert. A first generation believer and direct disciple of the apostle Paul. A... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/force-of-law-matthew-2234-40/ Sun, 29 Nov 2015 15:32:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1860 Ken Carlton The third adversarial cross-examination attempt by the ideological enemies of Christ is recorded in Matthew 22. The power of Jesus' response cannot be fully appreciated without some background which we will explore in today's message. With the context in ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/stupidity-of-skepticism-matthew-2223-33/ Sun, 22 Nov 2015 22:03:17 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1855 Ken Carlton Today's message finds its structure here in Mat 22 as well as a parallel encounter between John the Baptist and the Sadducees in Mat 3. In both texts, corruption of unbelieving intellectual commitments is highlighted. The foundation and fallout of the wor... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/in-response-to-backstabbing-psalm-54/ Sun, 15 Nov 2015 20:33:22 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1853 Ken Carlton In keeping with the theme of Psalms 52-60, Psalm 54 provides a song of worship in the presence of our enemies. II Sam 22:35, Ps 18:34, & 144:1 speak of the Godly warrior prototype in terms of hands trained for war and fingers for battle. Ps 54 expound... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/saints-of-hebrews-11-dr-roger-shultz/ Sun, 08 Nov 2015 16:20:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1850 Roger Shultz Guest speaker Dr. Roger Shultz. "Saints of Hebrews 11" 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/property-of-salvation-hebrews-69-20/ Sun, 01 Nov 2015 15:33:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1849 Ken Carlton Commendation and assurance never taste so sweet as when they follow the stern rebuke of exhortation and correction. The author of Hebrews shifts the attention of his readers from the horrific consequences of apostasy to the glories of salvation and its pr... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/tribute-to-god-matthew-2215-22/ Sun, 25 Oct 2015 12:13:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1833 Ken Carlton I Cor 3:19 returns to mind with today's text in view. Proverbs 8:15-16 also is relevant to the situation at hand... “by me kings reign, and rulers decree what is just, by me princes rule, and nobles, all who govern justly...” Our text displays the wis... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-absolute-rsvp-matthew-221-14/ Sun, 18 Oct 2015 18:48:48 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1830 Ken Carlton Jesus' teaching of the wedding feast is certainly among His most paradigmatic parables. The animosity of the chief priests and Pharisees (21:45-46) provides occasion for instruction of utmost significance. Major themes of redemptive and revelatory continu... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/fortunes-restored-and-baptism-sunday-psalm-53/ Sun, 11 Oct 2015 15:09:22 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1825 Ken Carlton Psalm 53 is the 2nd of eight psalms of related theme compiled in this section of the Psalter. Psalms 52-60 are a collection of Maskils and Miktams extolling and encouraging by declaring the faithfulness and surety of God in the midst of His people even wh... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-danger-of-dullness-hebrews-63-9/ Sun, 04 Oct 2015 12:10:56 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1824 Ken Carlton What is the danger of refusing to heed the Kingdom call to violence found in Mat 11:12? Hebrews 6 answers the question with frightening clarity. Last week's message reminded us of a reality of the Christian life... It involves an obedient application of f... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/vineyard-syllabus-mat-2128-46/ Sun, 20 Sep 2015 20:09:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1819 Ken Carlton Matthew 21 documents a distinct change in Jesus' tone of teaching as the scope of His kingdom declaration expands to specify the judgment edicts and inscrutably wise sovereignty of the Triune God. Note in this section a rare reference to the Kingdom in Ma... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/david-vs-doeg-psalm-52/ Sun, 13 Sep 2015 15:06:32 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1816 Ken Carlton The life of David parallels these 9 verses. Every chapter of His biography serves to illustrate the truths poetically encapsulated here. The glory of God in the life of David in contrast to the vainglorious is thematic in this song. It is not that the wic... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/spiritual-shock-therapy-hebrews-58-63/ Sun, 06 Sep 2015 12:26:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1813 Ken Carlton By way of illustration, consider two samples at a water treatment facility. 1st) The Holding Pond: Accepts all streams – available in large quantities – easily accessible – The longer it sits, the more stagnant, corrupted, and polluted it becomes �... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/how-jesus-argues-mat-2118-22/ Sun, 30 Aug 2015 20:26:43 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1809 Ken Carlton This is not the first time Jesus has confronted the elites of His day on the question of His authority. The disingenuous mob of scribes and pharisees demanded a sign from Him in Chap 12:38-42. His answer was similar. Sufficient testimony to condemn them h... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-fig-in-figurative-mat-2118-22/ Sun, 23 Aug 2015 14:45:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1804 Ken Carlton A closer look at the contextual significance of this event in the gospels provides striking emphasis for prophetic, messianic, and gospel themes! An imagery study of 'fig tree' in scripture reminds us of the proprietary literary devices of scripture. Ther... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/election-confirmation-ii-peter-11-11/ Sun, 16 Aug 2015 15:23:12 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1800 Ken Carlton The individual and corporate implications of the message of II Peter are of utmost importance. The instructions of this epistle are necessary for a sustainable church and the assurance of salvation. The value of these truths is illustrated well in the per... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/repentance-in-high-def-psalm-51/ Sun, 09 Aug 2015 12:23:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1795 Ken Carlton Psalm 51 is the 'locus classicus' (classic example text) of repentance. The song is 4th in a series of 7 penitent (confession) songs (Ps 6,32,38,51,102,130,143). David's soul has been awakened to his actions of late which horrifically exemplify deceit, mu... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/as-gods-son-and-our-priest-jesus-hebrews-51-10/ Mon, 03 Aug 2015 20:50:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1794 Ken Carlton The personhood of Christ as Son of God – the second person of the Trinity – is inextricably linked to His office as our High Priest. This connection is beautifully expounded in Heb 5, though the author is concerned his magnificent treatise will fall o... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/all-in-one-matthew-216-17/ Sun, 26 Jul 2015 19:16:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1789 Ken Carlton Our text today drowns out the hecklers of popular culture and secular academia who have reduced the Bible in the minds of the worldly to an incidental anthology of cultic practices couched in a history distorted by primitive, mythical, and ethnic bias. Le... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/on-that-day-matthew-211-11/ Sun, 19 Jul 2015 12:05:10 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1785 Ken Carlton Jesus' journey to Jerusalem culminates with a note of humility and prophetic triumph. This surprising confluence of events fulfills prophetic imagery particularly from Zechariah. Some 20 times in the book of Zechariah, the phrase: “on that day” appear... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenant-lawsuit-song-psalm-50/ Sun, 12 Jul 2015 12:13:16 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1783 Ken Carlton Psalm 50 reverberates like a trumpet blast in the ears of mankind signaling the supreme court of all the universe will now convene. A shudder of sobering anxiety ought to course through the spine of every mere mortal caught red handed in their lethargic r... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/high-priestly-grip-hebrews-414-16/ Sun, 05 Jul 2015 12:32:06 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1778 Ken Carlton Our last message in Hebrews entitled: “Hold Fast” focused on our grip on Christ, as we embrace the Christian life and all of its paradoxical tensions described in Heb 4 (Fear and Good news, Today and long afterwards, Strive and rest, & Living Logo... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/blindmans-bluff-mat-2029-33/ Sun, 28 Jun 2015 18:14:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1772 Ken Carlton Progress ascending to Jerusalem is halted yet again for a brief six verse record of a profound incident involving one of the last recorded healings during the ministry of Christ This providential interruption serves to potently illustrate manifold gospel ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sequence-of-events-matthew-2017-28/ Sun, 21 Jun 2015 12:07:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1770 Ken Carlton The road to regeneration goes through the cross and there are no exceptions, detours, or alternate routes of any kind, much to our carnal dismay. This chapter in Matthew's gospel leading up to Calvary employs the occasion of Christ's journey to Jerusalem ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/paper-tigers-psalm-49/ Sun, 14 Jun 2015 20:52:56 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1769 Ken Carlton The title of this message reflects the perspective of the Word of God on the human claim to power and influence. One author said of this Psalm: “Men of spiritual understanding without worldly honor are higher than the angels of God in heaven – men of ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/hold-fast-hebrews-41-14/ Sun, 07 Jun 2015 12:24:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1767 Ken Carlton We need not wonder what is the goal of 'holding fast' in this chapter of Hebrews. The term 'rest' is employed ubiquitously as the desirable end of our gospel driven efforts. Rest as the “utmost of salvation” is further expounded in Thayer's greek lexi... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/minimum-wage-mat-201-16/ Sun, 31 May 2015 00:14:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1764 Ken Carlton Historical context helpful to an understanding of the parable of the laborers in the vineyard includes the following: 1.) In the history of special relation 'vineyard' is often employed as a metaphor illustrating aspects of God's communion with His covena... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/astonishing-answers-matthew-1920-30/ Sun, 24 May 2015 18:55:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1758 Ken Carlton In Matthew 19:21-22, the Word of Christ and worldly values reach a distinct impasse. Jesus Christ the Son of man – God incarnate – Savior – Messiah – Creator – Lord – Priest – Prophet – King – Sacrifice – Rock – Cornerstone – Light... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/subject-lessons/ Sun, 17 May 2015 20:49:12 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1754 Ken Carlton As Christ takes the occasion of questioning to reveal the Kingdom of God – this incident in Mat 19 provides a perfect opportunity to identify model citizens or subjects of the Kingdom of Heaven. The message of New Covenant membership continues to surpri... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/scriptural-social-studies-psalm-48/ Sun, 10 May 2015 12:18:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1750 Ken Carlton Since the 1920's, 'social studies', as a formal branch of education, has concerned itself with the relationships and function of society, subsuming the study of history, government, economics, civics, sociology, geography, and anthropology. Psalm 48 prove... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exodus-lessons-hebrews-37-43/ Sun, 03 May 2015 12:22:59 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1748 Ken Carlton In chapters 3 and 4, the author of Hebrews takes Psalm 95 as his text and applies the lessons of wilderness wanderings and Canaan promise to his audience with sermonic clarity and emphasis. The application of this text is strikingly relevant to his reader... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/1-man-1-woman-under-god-matthew-191-12/ Sun, 26 Apr 2015 12:28:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1745 Ken Carlton Matthew Henry died in 1714, but the following words could have been written yesterday... “If we consider what mischiefs to families and states, what confusions and disorders, would follow upon arbitrary divorces, we shall see how much this law of Christ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/12-billion-dollar-debt-matthew-1821-35/ Sun, 19 Apr 2015 12:18:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1718 Ken Carlton The fourth discourse in Matthew (Chap 18) could be divided into four sections under adjectives that characterize the members of Christ's church as loyal subjects of the kingdom of God.... His citizens are: Lowly (1-4), Loving (7-14), Lawful (15-20), and L... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/theocratic-patriotism-psalm-47/ Sun, 12 Apr 2015 12:04:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1712 Ken Carlton Our message title today is meant to expose our humanistically induced level of discomfort with the government of God. One unique talk show host in our current atmosphere of political confusion is fond of saying: “Every government is a theocracy, its jus... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/both-lord-and-christ-acts-222-36/ Sun, 05 Apr 2015 12:21:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1710 Ken Carlton John 12:16 tells us that the messianic prophesies of the Old Testament and the person of Jesus were relatively disconnected ideas in the minds of the apostles until Jesus was glorified. Acts chapter 2 provides a great 'before and after' contrast for us in... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/seeds-of-triumph-john-1212-16/ Sun, 29 Mar 2015 12:21:45 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1706 Ken Carlton The gospel of John records the triumphal entry alongside other events at the close of Jesus' public ministry. This chapter of the gospel narrative is condensed, yet saturated, with potent meaning. John 12:24 declares in Jesus' own words: “ Truly, truly,... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-brevity-of-life-and-the-sovereignty-of-god-joe-reed-james-413-17/ Sun, 22 Mar 2015 12:23:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1705 Joe Reed The Brevity of Life and the Sovereignty of God -- Joe Reed 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christ-the-shepherd-christ-the-lamb-stanley-clark/ Sun, 15 Mar 2015 12:27:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1703 Stanley Clark Christ the Shepherd, Christ the Lamb --by Stanley A. Clark Lamb of God - Nikolaus Decius (1541) O Lamb of God, most holy! Who on the cross diet suffer, And patient still, and lowly, Yourself to scorn did offer; Our sins by Thee were taken Or hope had us f... 0:00 Lamb, Sheep, Shepherd providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)no https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/i-am-god-psalm-46/ Sun, 08 Mar 2015 18:12:01 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1702 Ken Carlton Psalm 46 exhorts the worshipper in verse 10 to “be still and know that I am God”. The assurance, confidence, and peace in the heart of the believer is exclusively established upon the foundation of faith in the sovereignty of God. Our frantic efforts,... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/homeowner-test-hebrews-36-14/ Sun, 01 Mar 2015 12:40:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1697 Ken Carlton Hebrews 3:6 assures confessing believers that we are the house of Jesus Christ provided we meet the conditions of “...holding fast our confidence and our boasting in our hope...”. The undeniable thematic aim of Hebrews resurfaces in chapter 3 implorin... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/how-to-press-charges-matthew-1815-20/ Sun, 22 Feb 2015 18:30:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1696 Ken Carlton The gospel of Matthew presents us with discourse #4 in Chapter 18 and Christ's theme is clearly 'the church'. We could, perhaps, further outline Mat 18 into 4 subdivisions under the heading: “The Church of Jesus Christ is...” 1. Lowly – of spirit (v... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-valley-of-transfiguration-matthew-1714-27/ Sun, 15 Feb 2015 12:17:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1688 Ken Carlton One of the most discouraging, typical, and telling scenes in the history of Israel's existence as a freed nation occurs upon Moses' descent from the mountain of law revelation. The scene that greets him in the valley causes Moses' anger to burn hot agains... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/chief-end-of-marriage-psalm-45/ Sun, 08 Feb 2015 12:29:53 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1683 Ken Carlton Psalm 45 is the lone wedding song in the psalter and as such, it's 17 verses are dedicated to underscoring the transcendent meaning of marriage with manifold poetic imagery. Like the Song of Solomon, the lyrical structure of Ps 45 is theatrical, character... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/i-am-and-i-will-hebrews-214-36/ Sun, 01 Feb 2015 12:25:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1652 Ken Carlton The author of Hebrews is employing Old Covenant prophetic categories identifying patterns of messianic identity and thereby proclaiming the glory of Christ. This book continues to unfold expounding the absolute monergism intrinsic to the incarnation and i... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-101-and-children-matthew-181-14/ Sun, 25 Jan 2015 12:19:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1646 Ken Carlton Our text today is more than fitting for a sanctity of life themed sermon and demonstrates, in its context, how basic our attitude toward children is to our understanding of, and participation in, the Kingdom of God. Jesus opens His 4th great discourse tak... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ables-blood-singing-psalm-449-26/ Sun, 18 Jan 2015 12:25:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1635 Ken Carlton After the 'Selah', Psalm 44 unfolds as a prophetic hymn for the persecuted church. This is a representative appeal prerecorded in the Psalms for God's afflicted people of all ages who share in the sufferings of Christ. The installment of this song in the ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-skeletal-structure-of-psalm-44/ Sun, 11 Jan 2015 22:27:30 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1631 Ken Carlton It is often the case in remote corners of scripture such as Ps 44, that our blurry modern eyes need to be rubbed by the Holy Spirit’s transcendent power to illumine. Prayer, meditation, and careful study in context of wider revelation are normative mean... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/stanley-clark-on-reading-scripture/ Sun, 04 Jan 2015 12:36:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1618 Stanley Clark Stanley Clark on Reading Scripture. Read through the Bible in a year with us using the plan located here: https://www.navigators.org/www_navigators_org/media/navigators/tools/Resources/Discipleship-Journal-Bible-Reading-Plan-9781617479083.pdf 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-condescension-of-the-glorified-christ-philippians-26-13/ Sun, 04 Jan 2015 12:33:56 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1617 Ken Carlton The latter portion of the 'Carmen Christi' (Hymn to Christ) declares the third aspect of essential Christology: Exaltation or glorification. This text also includes immediately the ramifications of the doctrine of Christ as we note in verse 10 ...every kn... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-glory-of-the-condescended-christ-philippians-26-11/ Sun, 28 Dec 2014 12:17:58 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1608 Ken Carlton Thought to be among the earliest hymns of the Christian church, Phil 2:6-11 poetically and profoundly exposits essential Christology of scripture. Here is declared the preincarnate, eternal sonship of Christ as YHWH, His voluntary condescension in incarna... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/unambiguous-glory-matthew-171-8/ Sun, 21 Dec 2014 12:45:48 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1607 Ken Carlton Having considered this monolithic milestone in Matthew’s gospel from the contextual perspectives of the disciple's reaction and the ministry arc of Christ, we turn our attention to bigger picture realities heralded in the transfiguration of Jesus. This ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/dark-providences-psalm-43/ Sun, 14 Dec 2014 12:30:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1601 Ken Carlton Psalm 42 & 43 are a matching set. They are bound by adjacent location in the Psalter as well as by theme and the chorus/refrain: “Why are you cast down, O my soul.... Hope in God...”. Dark providences are those ominous valleys of death's shadow th... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/incarnational-family-ties/ Sun, 07 Dec 2014 12:19:07 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1597 Ken Carlton The supremacy of Christ in the opening pages of Hebrews is demonstrated by a compounding case using Old Testament citations and their multifaceted fulfillment in our Lord. In chapter 2, the incarnation takes center stage as key to unlocking prophetic myst... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-momentous-transfiguration/ Sun, 30 Nov 2014 12:08:45 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1596 Ken Carlton If a picture was ever worth infinite words... it would certainly be the snapshot of this moment in Christ’s earthly ministry. The significance of the Mount of Transfiguration event can only be understated by any post-canonical commentary. It seems this ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/elemental-ecclesia-matthew-1613-28/ Sun, 23 Nov 2014 12:25:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1591 Ken Carlton All of the surprising events recorded in Matthew's gospel have led up to setting the stage for this pivotal moment in Christ's ministry. Perhaps most surprising, and no doubt initially disheartening, for His followers would have been the widespread reject... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/god-all-in-all/ Sun, 16 Nov 2014 12:30:26 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1577 Seth Carlton While the teachings of Paul are technical and academic, they are also practical. An example of the practical application of such teachings can be found in Acts 17. Paul, himself, brilliantly demonstrates the truths, which he wrote down in Romans 1:18-23, ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/song-of-descent-psalm-42/ Sun, 09 Nov 2014 12:24:20 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1561 Ken Carlton Extenuating circumstances have prevented the author of Ps 42 from experiencing the consolation, blessing, and privilege of corporate worship (the gathered assembly) at the temple/tabernacle rendezvous of divine favor. Psalms 120-134 are categorized as 'So... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/god-snaps-his-fingers-hebrews-21-9/ Sun, 02 Nov 2014 12:18:53 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1549 Ken Carlton Chapter 2 of Hebrews is a snap of the fingers in the face of the spiritually glazed eyes of a church in imminent danger. Calling their attention to what they have heard lest they drift away in a sea of self-deceived apostasy. Note the imagery contrast in ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/luminescence-matthew-1521-39/ Sun, 26 Oct 2014 12:37:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1544 Ken Carlton Luminescence: light created by virtue of that contained within the object itself. Ps 36:9 “for with You is the fountain of life, in Your light do we see light.” The Reformation itself could be summarily understood as redressing heretical answers to th... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rite-of-naturalization-matthew-1613-27/ Sun, 19 Oct 2014 10:57:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1492 Ken Carlton Matthew's gospel closes with the command and commission to go make disciples of all nations, to baptize, and to teach them. Christ grounds this injunction with contextual weight by proclaiming His own authority (28:18). Thus we are to fulfill our missiona... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/double-exposure-psalm-41/ Sun, 12 Oct 2014 12:20:47 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1469 Ken Carlton Psalm 41 is a fitting song to follow Plasm 40. The preceding psalm's last verse “..as for me, I am poor and needy...” presents an appropriate introduction for the next hymn. This Psalm is the final installment in the first of five divisions in the Psa... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ghostwriter-of-hebrews/ Sun, 05 Oct 2014 12:48:03 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1465 Ken Carlton Although the author of Hebrews remains anonymous to the modern reader, its “ghostwriter” does not. The Holy Spirit's signature is all over this magnum opus. There is also the stunning influence of Ps 110 as if the Psalmist cowrote Hebrews. Some textua... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/9-28-14-venezuelan-update/ Sun, 28 Sep 2014 18:50:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1462 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/mercy-or-magic/ Sun, 28 Sep 2014 12:40:11 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1458 Ken Carlton Throughout the narrative in Mat 15 into 16, we can read between the lines of chronicle and observe the situational sovereignty in four details in this record. First, there is the matter of the ROUTE Jesus travels, second, the REPETITION of feeding thousan... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gospel-blindside/ Sun, 21 Sep 2014 12:18:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1454 Ken Carlton Both today and in Christ's day, the Gospel truth, when rightly divided and declared, tends to hit the hearer suddenly and devastatingly, startling them as they are looking the other way. Often we are like confident pedestrians stepping into a busy street ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/atonement-time-machine-psalm-40/ Sun, 14 Sep 2014 11:37:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1452 Ken Carlton David's writing gloriously and miraculously transcends his experience as we listen to the epic themes of redemption soaring above temporal constraints in music composed first in heaven and echoed through the lyrics of Israel's typological king. The author... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/gnats-vs-camels/ Sun, 31 Aug 2014 12:28:54 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1438 Ken Carlton In anticipation of our tendency with modern ears, to distinguish ourselves self-righteously from the first century Pharisee... let us pray for ears to hear. Consider the difference in audience reaction when these words were first spoken as Matthew Henry i... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/clarified-by-conflict/ Sun, 24 Aug 2014 12:22:28 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1431 Ken Carlton In the providence of God documented in the Gospels, it is not just the progressive, positive affirmation of Christ's followers that provides clarity for the reader – but also the offense of the pharisees. The occasion of conflict again in Matthew sheds ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/8-17-14-progressive-recognition/ Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:36:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1429 Ken Carlton This message chronicles the testimony of the witnesses of Christ's words and works. We find onlookers progressively processing the implications of Jesus' identity revealed through gospel events until the half way point in Matthew's gospel. This sermon tak... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/8-10-14-excruciating-pain-psalm-39/ Sun, 10 Aug 2014 12:35:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1428 Ken Carlton This Psalm finds its surprising historic and musical situation in the hymnal of Jeduthun. I Chron 16:41-43 & II Chron 5:12 remind us of the worship leading commission represented in this title. Jeduthun and company were called to glorify the Lord in s... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/christocracy/ Sun, 03 Aug 2014 12:35:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1415 Ken Carlton The author of Hebrews warns again the devastating and damning implications of suffering anything of the created realm to usurp so much as a square inch of Christ's throne. Even the idea of angels themselves sharing the glory of Christ would certainly unde... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/exodus-echoes/ Sun, 27 Jul 2014 12:23:34 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1413 Ken Carlton The Exodus events of Israel’s history provide definitive covenantal imagery, concepts, and language intrinsic to the redemptive themes of scripture. Exodus 12 is a landmark chapter for the people of God declaring the significance of these events with a ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-prospectus/ Sun, 20 Jul 2014 12:12:41 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1405 Ken Carlton Prospectus: 'a statement or situation that forecasts the nature of something else'. As we apply the narrative/imperative continuity test to the events following the kingdom comparisons discourse (#3)... We discover a foreshadowing in events and miracles o... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/disciplinary-affliction/ Sun, 13 Jul 2014 12:26:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1398 Ken Carlton Inspired by this Psalm Spurgeon observes: “What a horrible creature man appears to be to his own consciousness when his depravity and vileness are fully opened up by the Law of God, applied by the Holy Spirit.” Psalm 38 holds our feet to the fire of c... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/anatomy-of-prologue/ Sun, 06 Jul 2014 12:14:45 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1397 Ken Carlton Where should we begin when addressing a church dangerously drifting from the anchor of its faith? The author of Hebrews answers this question with his prologue, a densely saturated juggernaut of spiritual, epistemological, and didactic priority. This pres... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-priceless/ Sun, 29 Jun 2014 12:16:36 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1390 Ken Carlton Upon considering in three stage escalation, the amplitude of the Kingdom of Heaven, we are prepared to asses its value via the Hidden Treasure / Pearl of Great Price parables. The greater context of Matthew's gospel further informs us of the personal impl... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-transhistorical/ Sun, 22 Jun 2014 12:30:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1384 Ken Carlton From Kingdom individual, to Kingdom corporate, to Kingdom transhistorical... the planting parables illustrating the amplitude of the Kingdom of Heaven reach their crescendo with the mustard seed and leaven pairing. These 4 verses are saturated with histor... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-corporate-2/ Sun, 15 Jun 2014 18:58:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1379 Ken Carlton The context surrounding and infusing the parable of the weeds includes... 1.) A grouping of Kingdom comparisons illustrating amplitude 2.) Another separation from explanation by location and audience 3.) The pairing of the dragnet parable at close of disc... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/religion-politics/ Sun, 08 Jun 2014 12:25:23 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1371 Ken Carlton A Subtitle for this message could be: “Christianity is in our National Interest”. In the dated American tradition of 'election sermons', Jedediah Morse is quoted as saying: “To the kindly influence of Christianity we owe that degree of civil freedom... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/table-manners/ Sun, 01 Jun 2014 18:21:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1370 Ken Carlton The cavalier attitude of the Corinthian church evident in their approach to communion (the Lord's table) prompted sobering exhortation from the apostle. He poses the questions in verse 22: “Shall we provoke the Lord to jealousy? Are we stronger than He?... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sower-seeds-and-soil/ Sun, 25 May 2014 12:30:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1362 Ken Carlton The parable of the sower is the first of the kingdom comparisons in the 3rd discourse of Matthew. The first 3 parables, of the 7 in this section, are all agricultural in their imagery and communicate in escalating fashion, the realm of the kingdom of God ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/secrets-of-the-kingdom/ Sun, 18 May 2014 12:28:36 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1361 Ken Carlton The third discourse of Matthew unfolds in 7 parables. Setting the stage for the theological significance of this method of Christ's teaching, as well as the intrinsic truths contained in the parables, is an insert of explanatory purposes standing between ... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/ode-of-antithesis-psalm-36/ Sun, 11 May 2014 12:26:17 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1359 Ken Carlton One measure of commitment to themes of the Psalms is to take note of how often the wicked appear in today's worship songs. This observation should prompt us to consider the following. Have we forgotten the ultimate purposes of God in history? Have we forg... 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/suffering-by-design/ Sun, 04 May 2014 12:30:56 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1295 Ken Carlton The Change of tone in II Corinthians chapter 10 has caused critics to doubt the cohesiveness of the letter through the years. This shift in Paul's focus makes perfect sense, however, when one considers the basic structure of the epistle. Paul gives the pr... 33:39 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/history-bows/ Sun, 27 Apr 2014 12:31:40 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1267 Ken Carlton To illustrate the scope of God's sovereignty, Luther was quoted as saying: “Even the devil is God's devil”. In Revelation 17:17 Johns speaks of the characters of history related to the purposes of God including (17:15) people, multitudes, nations, and... 47:11 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/blameworthy-vs-blameless-2/ Sun, 20 Apr 2014 12:31:51 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1265 Ken Carlton How do you motivate a microscopic minority to stand against the prevailing political and religious winds of their day at the cost of their lives for a cause they can't fully realize in their lifetime while loosing their fortunes, reputations, families, co... 61:16 Easter providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)no https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/blameworthy-vs-blameless/ Sun, 13 Apr 2014 12:14:51 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1259 Ken Carlton David appeals to the ultimate Judge and Advocate utterly incapable of error as he pleads his cause. This court case looks forward to a verdict served through Christ alone that will justify and vindicate the poor in spirit. The cries of persecution are los... 41:07 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sacred-goodbye/ Sun, 06 Apr 2014 12:12:44 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1257 Ken Carlton The final words to Corinth are a dramatic contrast when set beside common benedictions today. It is immediately apparent that we waste parting opportunities after considering Paul's apostolic farewells. May more of our “see you laters, have a good one's... 63:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/generational-adultery/ Sun, 30 Mar 2014 12:33:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1254 Ken Carlton Jesus excoriated the Pharisees and Sadducees in Mat 16:1-4 for interpretive blindness. They were asking, yet again, for a sign from heaven while they remained oblivious to the signs of their times. The mirror of the law in front of their faces would have ... 61:32 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/covenantal-succession-baby-dedication/ Sun, 23 Mar 2014 12:17:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1243 Ken Carlton This sermon is a Biblical response to the following quote from D.A. Carson- “The first generation has the gospel, the second generation assumes the gospel, and the third generation looses the gospel.” I submit to you and will endeavor to qualify from ... 56:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/3-16-14-incarnational-conquest/ Sun, 16 Mar 2014 12:35:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1238 Ken Carlton Borrowing John Pringle's words on Corinthians, the Gospels also offer “...astonishment when we take into view the peculiarly formidable obstacles that opposed its progress in the places that were selected as the scenes of its triumph” - As Jesus confr... 60:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-redeemed-captive-aaron-ready-testimony/ Sun, 09 Mar 2014 12:32:53 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1237 Ken Carlton Psalm 34 surprises us in its historical context considering its title and parallel account in 1 Sam 21:10-15. Here David regroups from feigned madness to sophisticated artistry. This, the second of 7 acrostic poems, weaves a spectacular thread in the tape... 82:50 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/titanium-plowshare/ Sun, 02 Mar 2014 12:12:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1230 Ken Carlton The restoration & upbuilding of the church is Paul's closing aim in 2 Corinthians. History & scriptural context remind us of the experiences of this cultural improbability. Corinth provides the church of all time with an extreme test case for the ... 55:22 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lord-of-the-sabbath/ Sun, 23 Feb 2014 12:12:08 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1219 Ken Carlton Lest we be guilty of glancing over the day to day interactions in the gospel record as we would a foot note in a thesis paper, behold the eternal resonance of this exchange! When Jesus declares “The Son of Man is Lord of the sabbath” He is saying by B... 56:21 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/1212/ Sun, 16 Feb 2014 12:19:35 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1212 Ken Carlton This prayer recorded in Matthew shines like an other-worldly jewel normally reserved for beholding in heavenly glory! The curtain of our finite world is pulled back to hear the worship of heaven. Themes celebrated by the Godhead are here proclaimed in dox... 13:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/1197/ Sun, 09 Feb 2014 12:34:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1197 Ken Carlton Psalm 33 definitively outlines actual worship. The context and descriptions are devoid of modern compartmentalizing notions of religion. Worship in truth circumscribes all of our experience and consciousness. By this measure discernment can be applied. Do... 44:54 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/diagnostic-imperative/ Sun, 02 Feb 2014 12:30:06 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1194 Ken Carlton II Corinthians 13:5-7.... Paul's instructions for testing oneself ought to serve as smelling salts in the nose of modern apathy and unqualified security in the church. Let us examine the rigorous standards of fealty to Christ the apostle has in mind when ... 29:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kindness-and-severity/ Sun, 26 Jan 2014 12:26:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1183 Ken Carlton Rom 11:22 exhorts us to behold the kindness and severity of God in the context of the gracious salvation of the Gentiles. In light of this admonition of the apostle... How does the modern church measure up? Are we dangerously close to being cut off having... 23:10 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/isaiahs-outline-in-matthew/ Sun, 19 Jan 2014 12:26:33 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1163 Ken Carlton Isaiah's cameo appearance in Mat 12 identifies a key to Matthew's structure in his gospel record. We find here clues that connect the Old and New Testament accounts of the messiah as well as an outline for Matthew's account of Jesus' ministry in between t... 21:45 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/blessed-assurance-psalm-32/ Sun, 12 Jan 2014 12:24:31 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1161 Ken Carlton The didactic context of Psalm 32 heralds the redemptive pattern of authentic confession and contrition. Its title denotes instruction as a 'maskil'. Its content, like the beatitudes of Mat 5:2-12, guide us from brokenness to bounty, from repentance to rej... 61:49 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-textbook-awakening/ Sun, 05 Jan 2014 22:29:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1132 Ken Carlton 1. The Bible defines revival... 2. The inviolable relationship between history and worship History definition ought to be: THE RECORDATION OF THE GLORY OF GOD IN RELATIONSHIP TO TIME 67:40 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/messianic-supremacy/ Sun, 29 Dec 2013 10:08:43 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1170 Ken Carlton 58:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/heavens-loudspeaker/ Sun, 22 Dec 2013 10:07:13 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1169 Ken Carlton 55:30 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-believers-last-stand-psalm-31-part-2/ Sun, 15 Dec 2013 22:20:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1276 Ken Carlton 70:08 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-believers-last-stand-psalm-31-part-1/ Sun, 08 Dec 2013 22:13:48 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1275 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/sinners-in-the-hands-of-an-angry-god/ Sun, 01 Dec 2013 10:04:36 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1168 Ken Carlton 45:16 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-poetry-of-providence-psalm-18-part-3/ Mon, 18 Nov 2013 11:05:49 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1310 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/my-glory-your-praise-psalm-30/ Sun, 10 Nov 2013 22:22:25 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1277 Ken Carlton 52:14 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/glory-thunder-mark-carlton-testimony-psalm-29/ Sun, 13 Oct 2013 22:23:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1278 Ken Carlton 78:05 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/voice-and-hands-psalm-28/ Sun, 08 Sep 2013 22:24:53 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1279 Ken Carlton 76:17 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/symmetry-of-hope-adam-and-joni-testimony/ Sun, 11 Aug 2013 20:03:04 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1297 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-posture-of-integrity-gene-and-marissa-testimony/ Sun, 14 Jul 2013 20:04:50 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1298 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/kingdom-conscious-prayer/ Sun, 09 Jun 2013 20:06:22 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1299 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/from-glory-to-glory-testimony-from-stanley-clark/ Sun, 12 May 2013 20:07:51 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1300 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-model-of-chrisitan-charity-joel-carlton-on-john-winthrop/ Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:57:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1166 Joel Carlton 60:22 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/providential-super-abounding/ Sun, 14 Apr 2013 20:09:31 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1301 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/psalm-22-darkness-glory/ Sun, 10 Mar 2013 20:10:46 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1302 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/theology-war/ Sun, 10 Feb 2013 20:12:07 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1303 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/waging-holy-war/ Sun, 13 Jan 2013 20:13:52 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1304 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-reformation-vision/ Sun, 06 Jan 2013 09:54:29 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1165 Ken Carlton 71:04 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/rock-redeemer-psalm-19/ Sun, 09 Dec 2012 11:03:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1309 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/divine-alliance-psalm-18-part-2/ Sun, 11 Nov 2012 11:07:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1311 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lord-of-the-weather-psalm-18-part-1/ Sun, 04 Nov 2012 11:09:12 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1312 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-satisfaction-war-psalm-17/ Sun, 14 Oct 2012 11:12:00 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1313 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/immortal-joy-psalm-16/ Sun, 09 Sep 2012 11:37:11 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1314 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/davids-question-psalm-15/ Sun, 12 Aug 2012 11:38:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1315 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-wisdom-vacuum-psalm-14/ Sun, 08 Jul 2012 11:40:21 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1316 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/light-up-my-eyes-psalm-13/ Sun, 10 Jun 2012 11:42:14 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1317 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-last-word-psalm-12/ Sun, 13 May 2012 11:43:19 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1318 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/a-strategy-for-despair-psalm-11/ Sun, 15 Apr 2012 11:44:27 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1319 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/lament-resolved-in-praise-psalm-10/ Sun, 11 Mar 2012 11:45:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1320 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-battle-hymn-of-the-afflicted-psalm-9/ Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:47:09 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1321 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-astronomers-song-psalm-8/ Sun, 08 Jan 2012 11:48:39 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1323 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/finding-refuge-in-a-just-god-psalm-7/ Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:50:02 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1325 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/the-bridge-from-pain-to-hope-psalm-6/ Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:51:06 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1326 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/war-of-words-psalm-5/ Sun, 09 Oct 2011 11:52:24 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1328 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/everyone-answered-psalm-4/ Sun, 11 Sep 2011 11:53:42 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1329 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/oppression-vs-salvation-psalm-3/ Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:54:38 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1330 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/inevitable-submission-psalm-2/ Sun, 10 Jul 2011 11:56:05 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1331 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria https://www.providencecrosslake.com/all-sermons/an-introduction-psalm-1/ Sun, 12 Jun 2011 11:57:08 +0000 http://www.providencecrosslake.com/?post_type=wpfc_sermon&p=1332 Ken Carlton 0:00 providencecrosslake@live.com (Ken Carlton)noChrist,Centered,Reformed,Theology,Sermons,from,Providence,Community,Church,in,Crosslake,MN,Soli,Deo,Gloria