Of the Increase of His Government

Summary

The sermon emphasizes Jesus Christ as the Prince of Peace who has made eternal peace between a holy God and sinful humanity through His sacrificial death and resurrection. It highlights the ministry of reconciliation entrusted to preachers to proclaim this gospel of peace, offering assurance and joy to believers. The message encourages believers to rest fully in Christ's finished work for true and lasting peace, beyond partial or uncertain peace based on works or faith. The sermon also warns against false teachings that offer only slight peace and underscores the beauty and certainty of the gospel message.