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Lewis Sperry Chafer
Lewis Sperry Chafer
122 Sermons
Lewis Sperry Chafer (1871-1952) was the founder and first president of Dallas Theological Seminary in 1924. He authored the influential eight-volume Systematic Theology presenting a comprehensive dispensational framework.

Sermons 122

John 15:4

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the distinctions between two classes of Christians as outlined in the Bible: those who abide in Christ and those who do not, those who walk in the light and those wh

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John 15:5

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the profound truth of being 'in Christ' and the significance of this phrase in the New Testament grace teachings. This phrase, mentioned over 130 times, highlights t

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Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the vital difference between God's righteousness and man's lack of righteousness, emphasizing that God's righteousness is unchanging and unchangeable, while man's right

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John 3:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the believer's standing in grace, highlighting the concept of enduring and continuing in grace. He explains that divine grace is the sole basis for salvation and the onl

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Luke 19:10

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the divine mission of seeking and saving the lost, emphasizing that while the work of saving the lost is accomplished through Christ's finished work on the cross, se

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Isaiah 57:15

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the distinct differences between the principles of law and grace as applied to divine government in humanity, emphasizing the separate and complete systems of divine

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1 Corinthians 1:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the signs that must be fulfilled before 'The day of the Lord' can come, emphasizing the revelation of the 'man of sin' and the predicted apostasy or 'falling away' in the

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1 Thessalonians 5:23

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the doctrine of Sanctification, emphasizing the importance of interpreting it correctly by relating it to other Bible doctrines, avoiding the interpretation based solel

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Romans 5:8

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the infinite attributes of God, emphasizing that His holiness, wisdom, power, and love are as boundless as His very Being. The sermon delves into the direct manifest

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John 7:37

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of understanding the present ministries of the Spirit in the age of grace, distinct from the past dispensation of the law. The Spirit's work includes rest

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Genesis 3:5

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses two common errors about Satan: the belief that he does not exist as a person and the misconception that he is the direct cause of sin in every person. He explains Satan's

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Psalm 2:8

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the current priestly ministry of Christ in Heaven, highlighting His role as the Bestower of Spiritual Gifts, the Intercessor for His own, and the Advocate for believers

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John 13:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the two great discourses delivered by Jesus before His death, highlighting the distinct differences between them. The 'Olivet discourse' focuses on Israel and the event

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John 3:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the all-encompassing power and resources of God in the salvation of souls, surpassing even the creation of the universe. He delves into the four aspects of God's sav

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Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that true Christian living and service stem from the new creation resulting from God's saving work, recognized by the promise of rewards. The revelation of rewards in th

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John 3:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the biblical teachings on judgment and rewards for believers. He emphasizes that the child of God, under grace, is assured not to come into judgment for their sins, as

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Exodus 31:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the contrasting methods of divine dealing with men through the words 'law' and 'grace'. He explains the various meanings of 'law' as a rule of life, including the Ten C

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Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the detailed descriptions of the period of tribulation as predicted in Scripture, highlighting the great apostasy, the rise of the Man of Sin, and the ultimate culminat

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John 3:3

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the comprehensive nature of salvation, which goes beyond just forgiveness of sins to include deliverance from the power of sin and the transformation of believers in

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Matthew 2:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the intricate relationship between Old and New Testament prophecies, highlighting the seamless continuity and fulfillment of divine purposes throughout the Scriptures.

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Genesis 7:23

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the concept of dispensations in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of recognizing these well-defined periods in understanding God's divine purposes throughout histor

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Isaiah 64:6

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the sharp distinction between the saved and the unsaved as outlined in the Bible, emphasizing the importance of understanding the divine perspective on humanity's pr

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Isaiah 53:6

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the concept of substitution in the death of Christ, emphasizing that through Christ's sacrifice on the cross, He bore the righteous judgments of God against sinners, fu

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Romans 6:1-8

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the doctrine of Sanctification, emphasizing the deeper aspects of truth as revealed in the New Testament. He discusses three divisions of sanctification: Positional San

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1 Corinthians 11:31

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the concept of seven distinct judgments described in the Scriptures, contrary to the common belief in a single final judgment. These judgments include the judgment of t

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John 3:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound meaning of the word 'grace' in the Bible, emphasizing that it signifies the boundless goodness and kindness of God towards humanity, extending beyond salva

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Micah 5:2

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the dual nature of the Lord Jesus Christ, perfectly human and divine, emphasizing His likeness and unlikeness to men. The Scriptures clearly depict Jesus as a man who l

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Romans 6:14

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the doctrine of divine deliverance for Christians, emphasizing the need for accuracy in presenting this crucial theme. He explains that every child of God possesses

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John 3:3

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the distinction between the kingdom of God and the kingdom of heaven, emphasizing that while they share common ground in divine authority, they differ in the extent of

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Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the importance of not quenching the Spirit, emphasizing that the Spirit is 'quenched' by any resistance to God's revealed will, divine appointments for service, or prov

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John 3:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the profound messages of God revealed through His Son, emphasizing the importance of carefully weighing and personally applying God's message of sin and salvation. The

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1 Corinthians 2:14

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the threefold classification of humanity by the Apostle Paul in the New Testament, highlighting the distinctions between the 'natural man,' the 'carnal man,' and the 's

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Genesis 16:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the intricate details of angels as depicted in the Scriptures, emphasizing their distinct order of creation, heavenly position above man, and the various classes of ang

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Matthew 16:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of understanding the Bible doctrine of the Church alongside salvation truth. The word 'church' in the New Testament refers to a called-out company of peop

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Daniel 7

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the prophecies given to Daniel, outlining the 'times of the Gentiles' which began with the dispersion of Israel and continues until her King returns to establish her ev

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Leviticus 22:29

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that true thanksgiving is a heartfelt expression of gratitude for benefits received, highlighting its personal nature and the inability for others to offer thanks on our

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John 14:14-17

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the Epistle to the Ephesians, highlighting the three distinct lines of truth: the believer's exalted position, the truth about the Church as Christ's Body, and the cons

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Acts 15:13

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of preaching the Gospel to every creature as a world-wide ministry that continues through each generation until the heavenly Church is gathered. He explai

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Matthew 23:37

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the final revelations of the kingdom as presented in the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on the birth, rejection, mystery form, and return of the King to establish the king

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Genesis 1:26

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses how man inherently recognizes the existence of God through intuition, making God's existence self-evident without the need for proofs. The contemplation of God's works in

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2 Samuel 7:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound truth of the incarnation of Christ, emphasizing that Jesus was both fully God and fully man, never laying aside His Deity even as He took on human form. Th

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John 17:22

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the reasonable revelation from God, emphasizing the Creator's communication with His creation through nature, Christ, and the written Word. The supreme purpose of God,

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Romans 5:19

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound topic of sin, emphasizing its significance as a major theme in the Word of God and the limitations of human speculation in understanding it. He explores va

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Genesis 2:17

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the estate of Adam before and after the fall, emphasizing the impact of sin on humanity and the profound doctrine of Imputation as depicted in the Scriptures. He explor

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Leviticus 25:2

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the significance of the Sabbath, highlighting God's sanctification of one-seventh of all time and the various apportionments of time prescribed for Israel, including th

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1 Peter 2:5

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the theme of service in the Bible, highlighting the similarities and contrasts between the Old and New Testament orders. He emphasizes that service appointed by God is

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Matthew 6:9

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the four-fold classification of prayer as depicted in the Scriptures: prayer before the first advent of Christ, prayer in expectation of the kingdom, the prayer of Chri

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1 Corinthians 10:31

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the importance of money in the life of a Christian, emphasizing that the acquiring, possessing, and dispensing of money are all aspects that should be done with a deep

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Psalm 119:18

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the nearing end of the age and the importance of discerning the signs of the times as the Church, the body of Christ, nears the shore of its pilgrim voyage. He chall

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Colossians 2:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the distinction between the reign of law and the reign of grace, focusing on the observance of the Sabbath day versus the Lord's Day. He highlights how the observanc

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Romans 4:13

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the fundamental differences between the reign of law and the reign of grace, emphasizing that they are opposed to each other and cannot coexist. He explains that the

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Deuteronomy 4:8

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the teachings of grace and the law, emphasizing the opposition between the two principles according to the Scriptures. The sermon explores the threefold consideration o

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Acts 15:28

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the distinction between the teachings of grace and the law, emphasizing that grace provides a perfect salvation and instruction for the daily life of believers. He e

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Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the distinction between what God has already done for all believers and what He does for individuals at the moment of belief, focusing on salvation from the guilt, penal

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Matthew 24:37

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of rightly dividing the word of truth, warning against a critical attitude that may lead to unbelief and reliance on worldly wisdom. Understanding the div

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Deuteronomy 30:3

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the significance of the Old Testament prophets speaking during Israel's national dispersion, highlighting the contrast between the nation's dark hour and the prophesied

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Exodus 34:27

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the divine nature of the Bible as God's message to humanity, highlighting the unique inspiration of the Scriptures where human authors were directed by God to record His

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Psalm 139:23

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of confession of sin and self-judgment in maintaining fellowship with God and effective ministry. He highlights the conditions for answered prayer, includ

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John 3:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of responding to God's loving invitation for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. He highlights the need for complete trust in God's saving power and

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Hebrews 1:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the divine origin and supernatural qualities of the Bible, presenting two lines of evidence to support its claim as the Word of God: internal evidence through the Bible'

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Matthew 3:17

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the blessed Trinity, emphasizing the distinct roles of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit as one God. The Father is depicted as electing, loving, and bestowing; t

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Daniel 12:2

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound topic of resurrection, emphasizing the unique nature of Christ's resurrection as the 'firstfruits' and the order of procession in the resurrection of belie

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Isaiah 46:10

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the importance of understanding unfulfilled prophecy in the Bible, emphasizing that prophecy is God's pre-written history and has been fulfilled in the most literal way

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Revelation 19:11

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the doctrine of the Second Coming of Christ, emphasizing the vital facts and far-reaching effects associated with this event. The return of Christ to the earth is a cen

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Isaiah 63:10

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the Bible teaching concerning the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of recognizing His personality. The Spirit is shown to have personal attributes and to perform

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Genesis 41:38

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the Spirit's advent into the world, emphasizing the various dispensations and revealed purposes of God. The Holy Spirit's presence in the world before and after the fir

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Exodus 30:22

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit's indwelling in every believer, referred to as the Anointing in the Scriptures. The Spirit's presence in each child of God is highlig

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Mark 1:8

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the doctrine of the Baptism with the Spirit, emphasizing the believer's positions and possessions solely through their union with Christ. He highlights the importance o

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Genesis 15:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the concept of God's covenants with humanity, highlighting the distinction between conditional and unconditional covenants. He emphasizes that unconditional covenants a

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Ezekiel 28:11

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the personality and power of Satan, emphasizing his creation as a person and his exercise of all the functions of a person. Scriptures like Isaiah 14:12-17, Genesis 3:1

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Genesis 1:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the importance of understanding the origin of man and all existing things, emphasizing that God has revealed these facts in the Bible, which becomes real to those saved t

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John 1:29

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the universal truths about sin, emphasizing that sin is always equally sinful regardless of who commits it and can only be cured through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. H

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Isaiah 66:8

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of understanding the divine revelation concerning salvation, as it is crucial for personal salvation, the believer's message to the world, and revealing t

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Romans 8:2

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the great responsibility that comes with the exalted position of a believer in heaven, requiring a worthy walk in accordance with heavenly standards. He highlights the h

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John 10:28

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the doctrine of eternal security, emphasizing the importance of understanding that once a person is saved, they can never be lost again. He addresses the misconceptions

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Colossians 1:27

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the distinction between the doctrines of Security and Assurance, with Security focusing on eternal safety in Christ and Assurance on personal confidence in present salva

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Matthew 13:44

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that the Church, as a corporate body, has not been commissioned by God for any specific task, but rather all divine commissions are to the individual believer, who is ca

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Psalm 118:22

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the celebration of the first day of the week by the church since Christ's resurrection, contrasting it with the observance of the seventh-day Sabbath. He delves into the

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Genesis 49:10

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the significance of prophecy in the Bible, highlighting that all prophecy is history pre-written and credible as God's word. He explains that a right understanding of pr

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Matthew 10:28

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the Scriptures to explain the clear separation between the saved and the unsaved, emphasizing the future resurrection where all, both good and evil, will be raised from

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John 14:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the unique and divine nature of Heaven as revealed in the Bible, contrasting it with human inventions found in other religions. He emphasizes the certainty of the Bible

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2 Samuel 7:11

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches on the ultimate triumph of God over sin and rebellion as foretold in the Bible, particularly in 1 Corinthians 15:24-28. The divine record predicts the restoration of the u

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Isaiah 65:20

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that the division between the Old Testament and the New Testament occurs at the cross of Christ, not between Malachi and Matthew. Each Gospel portrays Christ in a distin

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John 3:6

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the distinct revelation of 'grace and truth' brought by Jesus Christ through the cross, which surpasses the earthly kingdom revelations of the Old Testament. He emphasize

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Acts 1:6

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the new purpose of God in this age, focusing on the formation of a heavenly people who are part of the kingdom in its present mystery form but not related to the Mes

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John 14:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound relationship between Christ and His church, using various figures from the New Testament to illustrate the vital connections. The church is depicted as she

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Isaiah 14:14

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the concept of the 'kingdom of heaven' and its various stages throughout history, from God ruling through patriarchs, judges, and kings of Israel to the rejection and c

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Daniel 2:37

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the prophetic visions given to Daniel, outlining the course of the Gentile period from the last captivity to the second coming of Christ. Daniel's dreams and interpreta

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Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the importance of being rightly related to Christ and the Spirit to understand true spirituality. He highlights the confusion created by Satan regarding the work of

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Psalm 51:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the importance of living in vital union with the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that sin destroys spirituality and grieves the Spirit. He explains that a Christian's life

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Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the believer's journey to true spirituality, emphasizing the importance of relying on the indwelling Spirit for victory over the sin nature. The sermon highlights th

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Acts 16:31

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the distinct forms of salvation presented in the Bible, focusing on deliverance from the guilt and penalty of sin and from the power of sin. The analogy between thes

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Acts 20:17

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound revelations received by the Apostle Paul regarding the gospel of saving grace through Christ and the divine age of the Church, emphasizing the mystery of f

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John 6:44

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the importance of understanding the cause of indifference towards the Gospel among unsaved individuals and the need for cooperation with the Spirit in soul-winning.

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Matthew 11:27

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the successive aspects of the movements of the 'power of God unto salvation,' emphasizing the necessity of divine illumination by the Spirit to unveil the Gospel to the

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1 Corinthians 12:4

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of intercessory prayer as the first and most crucial service in reaching the lost. He highlights the need to wait on God for His leading before approachin

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Matthew 5:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the personal responsibility of every Christian to preach the Gospel to every creature, highlighting that this ministry is not just for the Church as a whole or the clerg

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John 14:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of understanding the different prophetic days mentioned in the Bible, particularly 'The day of the Lord' and 'The day of Christ.' He explains how 'The day

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Daniel 9:24

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between 'The day of Christ' and 'The day of the Lord' to avoid confusion in understanding the Bible. 'The day of Christ' is the next pro

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Matthew 24:42

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of not indulging in idle speculations but being alert to the signs of the approaching day of the Lord. Believers, as 'children of the light' and 'children

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Genesis 13:15

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the significance of Israel in God's plan for the earth, highlighting how all other nations are considered in relation to Israel in the Bible. He distinguishes the heaven

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2 Samuel 7:16

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the significance of Jerusalem in the Scriptures, emphasizing its role as the abiding city where Jehovah's everlasting kingdom will be established. Despite Jerusalem's p

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Daniel 12:9

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of understanding prophecy, especially in relation to 'the time of the end' and 'The day of the Lord' as mentioned in Daniel and Matthew. He highlights the

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Isaiah 35:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the prophetic anticipation of material glory and blessings during the kingdom age, highlighting the transformation of the wilderness, the healing of the blind, deaf,

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James 5:4

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the last Biblical sign of the times mentioned in James 5:1-8, focusing on the 'heaping up' of treasures in 'the last days,' which signifies an increase in wealth and pove

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Isaiah 11:1

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the division of time into seven periods, or dispensations, focusing on the last three ages: the age of the law of Moses, the age of grace, and the age of the kingdom

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Romans 6:14

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the significance of grace in Christianity, highlighting how it is through grace that sinners are saved, preserved, and transformed to be like Christ. He explains that be

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Titus 3:8

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that salvation in the Bible is solely the work of God for individuals, not the work of individuals for God, and is granted upon the condition of faith. Good works are a

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Isaiah 53:5

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound mystery of Christ's death and resurrection, emphasizing that the sinless Son of God willingly allowed Himself to be crucified as a substitute for all manki

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Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes that salvation is a divine work of God for man, not a work of man for God, with no dependence on human merit or works. The focus is on receiving Christ first, rather tha

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John 10:28

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the profound truths found in John 14:20, emphasizing the believer's dual position in Christ: 'Ye in me, and I in you.' Being 'in Christ' signifies an organic union with

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Romans 8:29

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the theological controversy of whether a person once saved can be lost again, emphasizing the contrasting answers of 'Yes' and 'No' to this question. He explores the do

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John 10:27

Lewis Sperry Chafer preaches about the eternal security of the believer, emphasizing that the divine keeping guaranteed in the Word of God is certain for every child of God. The sermon delves into the

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Isaiah 14:12

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the past, present, and future of Satan, starting from his creation and perfect state to his rebellion and ultimate defeat. The Scriptures reveal Satan's early career as

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Acts 3:21

Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the hindrances caused by errors and inconsistencies in Bible translations, particularly in the use of the English word 'world,' which has multiple meanings in the origina

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Lewis Sperry Chafer discusses the ongoing battle between God and Satan, emphasizing that God allows Satan's claims to be tested through history to reveal the folly of man's self-sufficiency and rebell

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Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into a controversial discussion between Christ and the Pharisees, where Christ implies that Satan is a King with authority over a kingdom, as seen in the healing of a man po

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Romans 3:9

Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the supreme motive of Satan to become like the Most High, emphasizing his constant actuating motive throughout history. The present period is highlighted as a time wher

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Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the activities of Satan, emphasizing his opposition to God and believers, seeking to exalt himself above all that is worshipped. The sermon highlights the enmity of Sat

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Lewis Sperry Chafer delves into the distinction between the true faith and the counterfeits predicted for the last days, emphasizing the vital essence of the true faith that the false ones lack. He ex

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Matthew 7:20

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of the Church's anticipation of Christ's return, warning against losing sight of this hope which leads to spiritual decline and worldly distractions. He h

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Philippians 3:20

Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the importance of rightly dividing the Bible to understand God's message for different ages and people. He explains the need to distinguish between Positional Truth, whi

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