Micah borrows a wonderful passage from Isaiah, then goes on to talk about "The Assyrian." His most famous words are probably his prophecy of Messiah coming out of Bethlehem!

Did Jesus intend the widow's offering to be an example of sacrificial giving—or have we misunderstood one of the Bible's most famous stories? We examine the account commonly known as The Widow's Mite in its full biblical context. Rather than isolating these four verses, we'll trace Mark's argument through Jesus' final days in Jerusalem and ask whether Jesus was praising the widow's generosity—or exposing a corrupt religious system that "devoured widows' houses." This verse-by-verse sermon explores: Why the traditional interpretation raises difficult questions The immediate context of Mark 12 and Jesus' condemnation of the Temple leaders Whether the widow is presented as an example to imitate If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. My sermons are the fruit of nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, formal seminary training, and a lifelong passion for God's Word. Since childhood, I've been drawn to the beauty and power of expository preaching—opening Scripture verse by verse and applying it to real life. After graduating from Moody Bible Institute, I spent the next 27 years serving as a youth pastor, senior pastor, church planter, and host of the Food For Your Soul radio broadcast. Along the way, I also earned a Master of Sacred Literature and a Doctor of Religious Studies. For more content from D. Richard Ferguson, visit TreasuringGod.com. Follow on social: • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson

Jesus Christ is alive and well in Heaven and in the same body that He rose from the dead with. This is a great essential for our salvation that you will see from this quick review. I hope that it's a blessing for you - S

God called David to become the king of Israel, but David did not ascend to the throne without a long season of preparation. Dr. Mark Hamby looks at the way God shaped David's character and prepared him for the work of a king. We pray this episode will challange you to submit to God's will and saturate yourself in Christ's love. A Tale of Three Kings https://lamplighter.net/product/a-tale-of-three-kings/ Want to seize the opportunity to grow in wisdom and learn from master teachers in the creative arts? Consider attending the 2027 Lamplighter Guild! www.lamplighterguild.com The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the beliefs and mission of Lamplighter Ministries. Our standard is the Bible, and we encourage listeners to always test everything heard in this podcast against the truths of Scripture.

Acts 13:48 "And when the Gentiles heard this, they were glad, and glorified the word of the Lord: and as many as were ordained to eternal life believed."

Wise reproof is only going to bear fruit in the "obedient ear". We discuss the reality of such obedient ears being rare and also exhort listeners to look at themselves and ask, "Am I an obedient ear?" Also Reference: Exodus 32:9, Mark 4:9, Mark 4:23, Proverbs 10:17 https://bbfohio.com

Law of Identity defines God's Gnosis and Antigua's Gnosis which present in the World since Adam. Christian can follow either; only one for a short time.

The sermon transitions from the doctrine of scripture to theology proper, emphasizing that biblical sufficiency provides all necessary guidance for faith and life without requiring extra revelation. It argues that a correct understanding of God is foundational to Christian living, influencing worldview, morality, and worship. Using Exodus 3 as a primary text, the message explores God's self-revelation as the eternal 'I Am' and His faithfulness to covenant promises. The teaching contrasts the true, omniscient God with false idols, highlighting His authority over history and His personal interaction with humanity. Ultimately, the study aims to foster awe and humility by revealing that God has graciously made Himself known through Scripture.