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Sam Pirrotta's SermonsGalatians 3:19-25 | The Purpose of the LawWhat is the purpose of the law? If the law does not justify, why did God give it to Israel? What role does the law play in the New Covenant life? In this sermon, Sam unpacks Galatians 3:19-25, arguing for a fourfold purpose of the law for the Old Testament Jew that points towards the glory of the New Covenant of grace where the law is internalized by the Spirit. 2024-05-1752 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsCain and Abel and the Sin of Envy: Genesis 4:1-16What is the root of all sin? In this sermon, Sam preaches through the narrative of Cain in Abel and unpacks the progression of sin in Cain that begins with idolatry and coveting and moves to envy and murder. 2024-01-1750 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Message, Motives, and Methods of a Faithful Minister: 1 Thessalonians 2:3What gave Paul the boldness and courage to continue to preach the gospel amidst persuasion and conflict? What characterized his ministry? Paul tells the Thessalonians that his appeal did not spring forth from error or impurity or any attempt to deceive. Basically, Paul is saying that the message he preaches is true, his motives in preaching are pure, and his methods are open and honest. 2024-01-1757 min
Preach and Persuade#88 - Sons of Worthlessness versus True ManhoodIn this episode, we discuss what a true man is by contrasting true manhood with the sons of worthlessness. Throughout the Old Testament, especially in the book of 1 Samuel, a recurring title shows up -- son of worthlessness. A son of worthlessness is what a man should not be. The life of a worthless man is a life a man must reject in order to be a true, godly man. To learn more about our ministry, visit: afci.usTo support our ministry and this podcast, visit: https://pushpay.com/g...2023-10-091h 16Sam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Comfort of Divine Providence: Psalm 139What are the most comforting truths in all of Scripture? How can a knowledge of God's divine nature comfort your soul in times of distress and suffering? In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta preaches through Psalm 139 at Harvest Plains Church in Mapleton, ND, and helps you see the comforting truth of divine providence. 2023-07-1753 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Triumph of Evangelism - 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 What are the theological anchors that keep us courageous in evangelism? Why are we able to say that the act of evangelism is supremely glorying to God? How should we think about evangelism during uncertain times? Sam Pirrotta takes us into Paul’s incredible words of thanksgiving as it pertains to evangelism in 2 Corinthians 2:12-17. 2023-06-1451 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsFaith Displayed - Hebrews 11:23-28What is faith? How does faith display itself in everyday life, especially when life is hard? In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta answers questions such as these as he explains four characteristics of Christian faith from Hebrews 11:23-28.2023-06-1448 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsPrayer that Works - Matthew 7:7-11In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta preaches from Matthew 7:7-11. What does it mean that our Father in Heaven gives good gifts to those who ask, seek, and knock? Do we get whatever we want? What type of prayer does God answer? 2023-06-1442 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsGod’s Purpose for Government - Romans 13:1-7In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta preaches from Romans 13:1-7. He answers the question, what is God’s purpose for government? Government is instituted by God to punish evil and reward good, according to God’s law. 2023-06-141h 05Sam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Certainty of Christian Hope - Romans 5:1-5As the apostle Paul finishes his presentation on justification through faith in Christ alone in Romans 1-4, he transitions into an astonishing statement on the certainty of salvation in Romans 5. Because salvation is not by personal merit but by faith in Christ’s work, a Christian saved by Christ can have complete assurance that they will one day be in heaven with Christ. In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta takes us through Romans 5:1-5 to see the encouraging reality of Christain hope.2023-06-1457 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Greatest Introduction - Romans 1:1-7In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta preaches from Romans 1:1-7 at First Baptist Church of Lathrop, Missouri. How does Paul begin his letter to the Romans? He tells the Romans his identity, his calling, his purpose, and his audience. And all of this is centered around the gospel of Jesus Christ. No other introduction in all Greek letters is as long as this one. 2023-06-1443 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsBeholding the Beauty of Christ: Psalm 24Sam Pirrotta preaches Psalm 24 at Harvest Plains Church. He draws out the reality that mankind was made to behold the beauty and glory of God. Man was made to ascend the hill of the Lord and dwell in God’s presence. The question is: how can a sinful man see God in His glory? The work of Christ is the answer. 2023-06-1446 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Twelve Apostles, Examined - Matthew 10:1-4In this sermon, Sam Pirrotta walks us through the twelve apostles’ various backgrounds, personalities, and responses to Jesus Christ. 2023-06-1459 minPreach and PersuadeRevival in the Old Testament, the Blessings of Revival, and Why Revival is NeededIn this episode, Dan and I look at two Old Testament passages as examples of revival: 1 Samuel 7 and 2 Kings 22-23. We also discuss the state that God's people are often in when revival is needed. Finally, we talk about the blessings and products of revival. Revival always leads to true repentance of real sin, which manifests in outward living. For the Old Testament saints, this meant a reclamation of God's law and the destruction of idols. For your own personal study, here are a number of OT passages that you can read as examples of revival. Joshua 24, 2...2023-04-031h 01Preach and PersuadeStories of godly leadership: An interview with pastor JD SummersIn the third episode in this series on leadership, Dan and I interview Dan's pastor JD Summers. JD provides some incredible insight into pastoral leadership, especially those things which characterize really effective spiritual leaders. And when I say effective, I mean effective in honoring God and shepherding His sheep. If you want to make a donation to my ministry follow the link below. In the designation drop down you can click on my name -- Samuel Pirrotta. https://give.cornerstone.cc/afci2022-06-0851 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsGod's Wrath on Christ: A Good Friday SermonOn Good Friday, we contemplate the sufferings of Christ. Given that Christ's physical sufferings were so great, many fail to realize that His spiritual sufferings were infinitely greater. 2022-05-1526 min
Harvest Plains ChurchMatthew 10:1-4 | The Twelve Apostles, ExaminedIn this sermon, Samuel Pirrotta examines the twelve apostles' various backgrounds, personalities, and responses to Jesus Christ._____________We hope you enjoyed this sermon! To learn more about our ministry, you can visit us at the Harvest Plains website.Harvest Plains Church is a small church plant located in Casselton, North Dakota. Our heart is to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to our local communities, and to build disciples with Bible-centered preaching. If you’re in Casselton, or the Fargo/Moorhead area, we’d love to have you join us!
2022-02-281h 01Preach and PersuadeCanada's Bill C-4 and Biblical Sexuality and IdentityCanada just passed Bill C-4 criminalizing conversion therapy. The Bill's definition of conversion therapy clearly encompasses the act of preaching the gospel to an LGBTQ individual and calling them to repentance. It also seems to be broad enough to encompass simply preaching from the pulpit what the Bible says about homosexuality, sexuality, and biblical identity. This Bill is a clear and direct attack on Christians. Pray for our Canadian brothers and sisters in Christ. Here is a link to AFCI's giving page. If you desire to support my ministry you can give to me by clicking my...2022-02-0149 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Purpose of Knowledge - Deuteronomy 29:29In this Sermon, Sam preaches from Deuteronomy 29:29 at Cross Point Alliance Church in Perham, MN. The text is focused on revelation. And the question that we must ask is, "Why has God revealed knowledge to us?" The purpose is clear: that we may be obedient to God. 2021-07-1741 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsOur Impossible Reconciliation: Colossians 1:21-23God has reconciled to Himself a people who once hated Him. As Sam walks through Colossians 1:21-23 you will see four features of God's glorious act of reconciliation. On paper, this reconciliation should be impossible, but God has done the impossible. 2020-08-191h 01Sam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Worthy Walk: Ephesians 4:1-6Those who have been saved by the grace of God have been united as members of Christ’s body — His Church. Those who are members of Christ’s Church must live a life worthy of their status as a member of the body. You may be wondering, what does it look like to live in a worthy way to our calling as Christians? In this message, Sam takes us through Ephesians 4:1-6 and shows us five defining elements of a Christian’s worthy walk.2020-08-1952 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsThe Christ who Is - Colossians 1:15-20Jesus Christ is the eternal God through whom all things were made. As Paul begins his main arguments against the false teachers plaguing the Colossians Church, he starts with the most incredible statements on the nature of Jesus Christ. Truly, any christ who does not possess the attributes displayed in Colossians 1:15-20 is not the Christ who saves. 2020-07-2756 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsPaul's Prayer for God's Will - Colossians 1:9-14Paul tells the Colossians how he prays for them. What we see is that Paul prays that they know God's will so that they can do God's will. Thus, our doing of God's will rests on our knowledge of doctrine and theology. We must be people who know the Scriptures inside and out so that we can grow in our ability to please God. 2020-07-2648 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsGospel Realities: Colossians 1:1-8Paul is writing to the Church in Colossae from prison (likely Rome). The Church has recently been assaulted by a false gospel. In these first verses, Paul is giving thanks for the fruit of the true gospel in the Colossian's lives as he seeks to ground them in their faith. 2020-07-0749 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsOur Greatest Work: Growing in the Knowledge of GodMessage number two in a two-part series given at Athlete Winter Retreat (a college athlete Christian retreat for ND, MN, SD schools). God saves us to conform us to his image and increase our knowledge of him. Central to our sanctification is the word of God. It is sufficient for this work. 2020-03-1142 minSam Pirrotta's SermonsOur Greatest Purpose: Knowing GodMessage number one in a two-part series given at Athlete Winter Retreat (a college athlete Christian retreat for ND, MN, SD schools). Main point: Every person who has ever lived will know God in judgment or in salvation. We are created to know God personally and truthfully. Sin has corrupted our knowledge of God and caused us to go our own way. The Gospel brings a person back to true knowledge of God. 2020-03-1139 min