Morning Sermon - 9th August 2026 - The forsaken path of Balaam versus the faithful way of Christ

This morning's sermon is delivered by Rev. George Speers.

Preaching through 2 Peter 2, the Reverend George Speers contrasts the tragic 'forsaken path' of Balaam — a man who knew the truth but was captivated by gain — with the 'faithful path' of following Christ. Rev Speers outlines six marks of walking rightly with God: inquiring of the way, walking in it daily, persevering to the end, witnessing with integrity, rejoicing in obedience, and finishing the race in hope of everlasting life. Drawing on figures from Balaam and Joash to Peter, Paul and Stephen, and quoting voices such as Thomas Watson, J.C. Ryle, John Calvin, Jonathan Edwards and Charles Spurgeon, this is a searching call to examine which path we are really on.

Bible passages referenced:

• 2 Peter 2:1-22
• 2 Peter 2:15
• Numbers 22-24
• Numbers 31
• Proverbs 14:12
• John 14:6
• Mark 1:15
• Ephesians 2:8
• Philippians 2:12-13
• Psalm 119:105
• 2 Timothy 4:7
• Jude 1:21
• Hebrews 3:12
• 2 Kings 12 (Joash and Jehoiada)
• 2 Chronicles 24
• Proverbs 4:23
• Psalm 119:116
• 1 Peter 3:15
• Matthew 3 (John the Baptist's preaching)
• John 3:30
• Psalm 16:11
• Acts 16:22-25 (Paul and Silas in prison)
• Hebrews 12:1-2
• John 19:30
• Acts 7:54-60 (Stephen's martyrdom)
• Mark 8:36
• Luke 22:54-62 (Peter's denial and restoration)
• John 21 (Peter restored by the sea)
• 2 Peter 1:10-11