Sermons

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Richard Baxter – England’s Greatest Theologian RICHARD BAXTER - ENGLAND'S GREATEST THEOLOGIAN (1) The first of three videos setting forth Richard Baxter as England's Greatest Theologian, Evangelist and Pastor. In this brief introduction, Dr Clifford presents his case for Baxter. https://youtu.be/_fAGtdyDGzU (9:39) RICHARD BAXTER - ENGLAND'S GREATEST THEOLOGIAN (2) The second of three videos setting forth Richard Baxter as England's Greatest Theologian, Evangelist and Pastor. Following the introductory video, Dr Clifford now makes his case for Baxter. https://youtu.be/gyrINzHxtBU (37:54) RICHARD BAXTER - ENGLAND'S GREATEST THEOLOGIAN (3) The third of three videos setting forth Richard Baxter as England's Greatest Theologian, Evangelist and Pastor. Having made his case in the second video, Dr Clifford now presents selections from Baxter’s writings. https://youtu.be/f0Rv__KcZxI (26:14)	Download
Studies in the Minor Prophets JONAH – GOD’S PROPHET FOR TODAY (1) A MESSAGE FOR A DISOBEDIENT PROPHET We explore the fascinating narrative of God’s call to the prophet Jonah. His disobedience, fear and failure are warnings to us all. Are we walking with the LORD or away from the LORD? https://youtu.be/oS5kniCWlqU JONAH – GOD’S PROPHET FOR TODAY (2) A MESSAGE OF ‘SOVEREIGN-GRACE’ SALVATION A second look at the Prophet Jonah. Stressing the integrity of the Bible's record and the relevance of this teaching for today, Pastor Alan explores Jonah's experience in the belly of the great fish - his cry, his confession and his 'come back'. His conclusion is shared by every true Christian: "Salvation is of the LORD." In the evening we revisit our Lord’s high-priestly prayer in John 17. In this second sermon, Pastor Alan explores the doctrinal and personal/pastoral implications of the sovereignty of God in our salvation, providing clarification over misunderstandings of a glorious but sometimes abused subject. https://youtu.be/jRZj8fNt4bA JONAH – GOD’S PROPHET FOR TODAY (3) A MESSAGE FOR NATIONS IN CRISIS The tyrannical, violent, idolatrous and wicked city of Nineveh was under the wrath of God. Yet this Almighty God of mercy as well as justice delights to save. The Prophet Jonah (saved and restored to obedience) was sent to call the people to repentance. The message has powerful relevance and application for today. https://youtu.be/nrPfKNjX7p0 JONAH (4) – THE REBUKED HYPERCALVINIST A MESSAGE FOR THE CHURCH IN CRISIS In this fourth and final sermon on Jonah, Dr Clifford exposes the tragic negativity of the prophet. Suggesting a more positive hypothetical conclusion, we learn some urgent lessons for today's churches. Do we have the global vision the Gospel demands or are we content with a narrow horizon? The message presents a challenge we dare not ignore. https://youtu.be/pIdqaH_vhoc	Download
The Christianity of Jesus Christ WORDS OF WONDER – CHRIST’S HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER CHRIST'S PRAYER - ITS COMFORT & CHALLENGE (John 17 overview) Dr Clifford’s summary exposition of Christ's 'High Priestly' Prayer. With amazing profundity, the Lord Jesus speaks with Authority on Sovereignty, Particularity, Security, Sanctity, Universality and Unity with astonishing Sublimity. The Church's most urgent need is to grasp accurately the vital importance of this prayer. Without it, Christian witness has no integrity in the world. YouTube: https://youtu.be/b9H_rZKdqDA CHRIST’S PRAYER – CLARIFYING HIS CONCERNS 1 (John 17:1-11) As Jesus concentrates on the salvation of God’s chosen ones, does the particularism of John 17:9 conflict with the universalism of John 3:16? No, provided it is properly understood. Since this passage is associated with debates over Calvinism, Dr Clifford clarifies our biblical understanding with the aid of John Calvin, Richard Baxter and J. C. Ryle. YouTube: https://youtu.be/Brn3rh8gZLM CHRIST’S PRAYER – CLARIFYING HIS CONCERNS 2 (John 17:12-17) Further exploring Christ's prayer, Dr Clifford shows that the Lord's concerns should be our concerns. After seeing the Trinitarian implications of our Saviour's prayer, we discover (1) His concern with our eternal security; (2) His desire to separate us from the evils of the world, and (3) His purpose to fill us with joy. Such are some of the essential features of true Christian life and experience. YouTube: https://youtu.be/s2zwFjl8XnY CHRIST’S PRAYER – CLARIFYING HIS CONCERNS 3 (John 17:17-23) We now focus on our Saviour's concerns for the holiness of His Church, its global evangelistic outreach and its unity. Citing historical examples, Dr Clifford examines and exposes the scandals of disunity. Aided by the challenge of Richard Baxter and others, we are exhorted heartily to embrace our Lord's concerns. Otherwise, how dare we expect the world to listen to our message? YouTube: https://youtu.be/3wx-ECz8qu8 CHRIST'S PRAYER - THE CLIMAX (John 17:24-6) The conclusion to our Saviour's prayer is a climax that explains all (Jn 17:24-6). It is prayed to His 'Righteous Father'. It is precisely because we are 'unrighteous' that we need the righteous Father's gift of His righteous Son. Only through the righteousness earned for us by Christ's righteous sacrifice can we become sinners saved from His wrath. Thus we become a saved people, God's righteous Church. YouTube: https://youtu.be/He-pexfxetg	Download
Alan Clifford – Wonderful Words John 7.46 – 19-11-17	Download
Alan Clifford – Luke 23.39-43 – 24-09-17	Download
Alan Clifford – Mark 8.27-33 AM 01-02-15	Download
Alan Clifford – 1 Timothy 1.1-2 – 25-01-15	Download