Orlando Free Presbyterian Church

Rev. Logan Elder
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  1. 6d ago

    Serving God with Righteous Words

    This sermon centers on the Christian's responsibility to guard their speech, calling believers to speak only what is good, edifying, and gracious—words that build up the body of Christ and reflect the righteousness of God. Grounded in Ephesians 4:29, it emphasizes that right speech is not a mere moralistic achievement but a divine gift flowing from genuine salvation, where the heart's condition shapes what comes from the mouth. The preacher underscores the profound difficulty of this calling, acknowledging the human struggle with the tongue, yet insists on the necessity of striving for purity in speech, not for legalistic perfection, but out of love for Christ and the spiritual warfare in which believers are engaged. The demand is clear: every Christian has a duty to use their words to promote the glory of God and the good of others, whether through encouragement, correction, or truthful witness, especially in a world saturated with falsehood. Practical steps for living this out include relying on the Holy Spirit, imitating Christ as the perfect model, saturating the mind and heart with Scripture, and consistently engaging in spiritual conversation with fellow believers.

    58 min

  2. 6d ago

    The Blessing of Knowing the Unseen Savior

    This sermon centers on the spiritual blessing of faith in an unseen Savior, grounded in the second commandment's prohibition of graven images and reinforced by 1 Peter 1:8, which celebrates the joy of believing in Christ without physical sight. It argues that depictions of Jesus—whether in film, art, or literature—though often well-intentioned, are inherently blasphemous because they undermine the sufficiency and supremacy of Scripture, leading to false ideas, false familiarity, false affections, and false faith, while diminishing the believer's reliance on, respect for, and appreciation of God's revealed word. The sermon highlights six harmful results of such depictions, including the erosion of accurate doctrine, false affections, and a depreciated view of Scripture, while contrasting them with six spiritual benefits of faith without images: a more accurate, affectionate, anchored, appreciative, anticipating, and attractive faith. Ultimately, it calls believers to cherish the biblical portrait of Christ revealed in Scripture, affirming that true faith, joy, and love are found not in visual representations but in the living, unmediated word of God.

    52 min

  3. Jun 7

    The Right Approach to Worshipping God

    This sermon centers on the biblical truth that genuine worship is not defined by external rituals or human tradition, but by a heart transformed through faith in Jesus Christ alone, who is the only acceptable mediator between God and humanity. Drawing from the second commandment and 1 Peter 2:5, it emphasizes that true worshipers are those who, as 'lively stones' built into a spiritual house and holy priesthood, approach God through Christ with sincerity, humility, and devotion, offering spiritual sacrifices that are singular, selective, simple, spiritual, sermonic, sacrificial, separated, serious, selfless, and sanctified by Christ's righteousness. The preacher underscores that worship must be biblically grounded, rejecting innovation and idolatry, and calls believers to examine their hearts, ensuring their worship is not self-centered or merely ceremonial, but a life of continual consecration to God, empowered by the Holy Spirit and rooted in the finished work of Christ.

    50 min

  4. Jun 7

    Viewing a Christian's Work as Warfare

    This sermon presents a transformative vision of Christian work as spiritual warfare, rooted in the believer's salvation and renewal in Christ. Drawing from Ephesians 4:28 and related passages, it emphasizes that every believer, regardless of vocation, is a spiritual soldier enlisted in God's kingdom, with labor and integrity in one's work serving as a direct assault on Satan's domain. The text unfolds four dimensions of this warfare: work becomes warfare as a result of salvation, as an assault against Satan through ethical labor, as a means of service to the needy, and as a powerful witness to unbelievers through integrity and generosity. The preacher challenges the modern compartmentalization of faith, urging believers to see all labor—whether in business, trades, or domestic duties—as sacred service to Christ, rejecting any employment that contradicts God's moral law, and calling for a life of sacrificial giving and holy conduct that reflects the gospel's power. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a renewed mindset where work is not merely a means of livelihood but a vital expression of worship, love, and witness, demonstrating that true faith is lived out in daily labor for God's glory. While asking whether it is lawful for a Christian to work for the alcohol industry, reference is made to some statistics regarding yearly deaths resulting from alcohol use/abuse. The preacher could not recall from memory the exact numbers during the message, so here is a link to the statistics. https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/facts-stats/index.html

    50 min

  5. May 31

    Loving God as He Is

    This sermon centers on the second commandment, emphasizing that true worship requires loving God as He truly is—invisible, infinite, and spirit—rather than attempting to represent Him through images or idols. Rooted in God's self-revelation as the deliverer from bondage and the jealous, unchanging Lord, the commandment confronts humanity's tendency to reduce the divine to the visible, thereby distorting God's nature and manifesting spiritual rebellion. The focus is on the heart's approach to God: worship in spirit and truth, grounded in faith and love, not in physical symbols or superstitious practices. The fulfillment of this commandment is found in Jesus Christ, who perfectly loved and obeyed the Father, making Him the only mediator and the true means by which believers can approach God. The fruit of obedience is spiritual freedom, a deepened appreciation for God's transcendence, and a transformative role as preservers of truth and morality in a culture increasingly shaped by idolatry.

    39 min

  6. May 31

    The Christian's Anger Management

    Orlando Free Presbyterian Church

    51 min

  7. May 24

    Christ Convincing His Bride to Not Hide

    This sermon presents a meditation on the intimate, dynamic relationship between Christ and His Church, using the Song of Solomon as a lens to explore the believer's often hidden struggles with fear, guilt, and spiritual dryness. Centered on the image of the bride as a timid dove hiding in the clefts of the rock, the message reveals how believers, despite their perceived unworthiness, are deeply known, tenderly approached, and profoundly desired by Christ. The preacher emphasizes four truths that dismantle the fear of fellowship: Christ's perfect awareness of the believer, His gentle and loving approach, His gracious assessment of the believer as sweet and comely, and the foundational atonement of Christ that makes such communion possible. Ultimately, the sermon calls believers to abandon self-imposed hiding—whether in busyness, selective devotion, or spiritual complacency—and to come boldly to Christ, not because of their perfection, but because of His finished work on the cross, which assures them of acceptance, love, and the joy of unbroken fellowship.

    47 min

  8. May 24

    Keeping Your Attention On God

    This sermon centers on the first commandment—'Thou shalt have no other gods before me'—exploring how believers, though imperfect, can cultivate a life wholly devoted to God. It emphasizes three transformative practices: deepening knowledge of Scripture, developing intimate communion with the true God, and recognizing one's profound need for the Gospel. Through these practices, everyday experiences—such as rust, rain, grass, thirst, work, and clothing—are reframed as divine invitations to worship, reminding believers that all of life is designed to draw the heart toward God. The message is both convicting and comforting, calling Christians to saturate their minds with God's Word, fix their attention on His character, and find their identity in Christ's perfect righteousness, thereby turning ordinary moments into opportunities for spiritual renewal and adoration.

    42 min
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