Your Hour and The Power Of Darkness

The sermon examines the arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, focusing on His declaration that it is the appointed hour for the power of darkness to operate. It argues that the actions of the religious leaders and disciples were not merely spontaneous evil but were permitted by God to fulfill the eternal decree of redemption. The text contrasts the futile attempts of human works and religious effort with the sufficiency of Christ's solitary sacrifice, emphasizing that salvation is a supernatural work from above rather than a human achievement. By referencing the typology of Joseph and the prophecies of Daniel and Isaiah, the message highlights the sovereignty of God in orchestrating history to bring about the salvation of the elect. The tone is instructional and theological, urging believers to trust in the finished work of Christ rather than relying on their own spiritual capabilities.