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Christ-centered, Spirit-empowered expository preaching and doctrinal teaching through books of the Bible from Oceanside United Reformed Church in Carlsbad, by Dr. Daniel R. Hyde
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Do You Hear the Trumpets? (Revelation 8:2–11:19)
Why does God allow evil? Dr. Daniel R. Hyde preaches Revelation 8:2–11:19: the seven trumpets warn the world, the church bears witness, and Jesus wins.
Who Can Stand? (Revelation 6:1–8:1)
The four horsemen of the apocalypse ride, and the world hides from the wrath of the Lamb. Who can stand? Daniel R. Hyde on the seven seals of Revelation 6–7 and the 144,000.
Worthy Is the Lamb (Revelation 4–5)
A door standing open in heaven, and behind it a throne that does not move while the churches below are in chaos. Then a scroll sealed with seven seals that no one in heaven or on earth is worthy to open, and John weeps loudly. Then the Lion of the tribe of Judah appears as a Lamb standing, as though it had been slain. "Worthy is the Lamb who was slain." The plan of the ages is in worthy hands. Weep no more, and worship.
To the One Who Conquers (Revelation 2:1–3:21)
Seven letters to seven churches, each meant for all of them, and for us. To congregations under pressure, from persecuted Smyrna to self-satisfied Laodicea, the living Jesus says three things. He knows us, even our little power. He calls us to repent of drifting, compromise, and comfort. And he makes us conquerors by his own victory: “The one who conquers, I will grant him to sit with me on my throne, as I also conquered.” He is knocking. Open the door.
The Living Jesus (Revelation 1:1–20)
Old, alone, and banished to Patmos, John asks what his churches under pressure are asking: is Jesus really Lord? Can he protect his people? Revelation answers with a person, not a puzzle. The living Jesus has freed us from our sins by his blood, he is coming with the clouds, and he walks among his churches now. "I died, and behold I am alive forevermore, and I have the keys of Death and Hades." Look at him, and fear not.
How Justification by Faith Alone Shapes Church Life (Romans 3:27–31)
How does justification by faith alone shape the church? See how Romans 3:27–31 answers: it humbles sinners, unites peoples, and upholds the law.
Satisfied: Just and the Justifier (Romans 3:25–26)
How can a holy God forgive sinners? See how Romans 3:25–26 answers: at the cross God satisfied his own justice, so he is just and the justifier.
Freely: Justified by Grace, Redeemed by Christ (Romans 3:23–24)
Is God reluctant to accept you? See how Romans 3:23–24 answers: all have sinned, but God justifies freely by his grace through redemption in Christ.
But Now: Righteousness Revealed (Romans 3:21–22)
Does God help those who help themselves? See how Romans 3:21–22 answers: God has provided what God requires, a righteousness received by faith.
No Defense, No Appeal (Romans 3:19–20)
Can keeping God’s law save you? See how Romans 3:19–20 answers: the law silences, sentences, and strips us, so we’ll flee to Jesus for righteousness.
It’s Simple: We’re All Sinners in Need of Salvation (Romans 3:9–18)
Are people basically good? See how Romans 3:9–18 answers with God’s evidence: all are under sin, none is righteous, and Jesus is a complete Savior
Objections Overruled! (Romans 3:1–8)
Can you argue your way out of God’s verdict? See how Romans 3:1–8 overrules four objections: God is faithful and just, and the only plea left is mercy.
Resting in Rite Righteousness (Romans 2:25–29)
Does baptism save you? See how Romans 2:25–29 answers through circumcision: the sign is not the substance, and the rite is not the righteousness.
Pride and Prejudice in the Human Heart (Romans 2:17–24)
What does the Bible say about spiritual pride? See how Romans 2:17–24 exposes religious boasting: our privileges are meant to humble us, not harden us.
The Courtroom in Our Hearts (Romans 2:12–16)
What about those who never heard the gospel? See how Romans 2:12–16 answers: creation and conscience reveal enough truth to condemn, not enough to save.
Justification and Judgment (Romans 2:6–11)
Do Paul and James contradict each other on faith and works? See how Romans 2:6–11 answers: Christ’s works justify sinners; our works justify faith.
The Day of Wrath (Romans 2:5–11)
If we’re justified by faith, why are we judged by works? See how Romans 2:5–11 answers: works aren't the price, but the proof of eternal life.
Contempt for Kindness (Romans 2:4–5)
Is God's patience permission to keep sinning? See how Romans 2:4–5 warns religious hypocrites: his kindness is an invitation to repent, not presume.
No Excuse, No Escape (Romans 2:1–3)
What does the Bible say about hypocrisy? See how Romans 2:1–3 shows that in judging others we condemn ourselves: no excuse, no escape—so flee to Christ.
What is a Successful Church? (Romans 1:1–32)
What makes a church successful? See how Romans 1 measures faithfulness, not flash: success is not how high a church climbs but how low it kneels.