This is Calvin Inman's first sermon. The sermon examines the radical demands of following Christ as outlined in Luke 14, emphasizing that true discipleship requires a supreme priority for Jesus over family, possessions, and self. The preacher clarifies that the command to 'hate' relatives is a hyperbolic contrast illustrating total devotion, urging believers to remove any hindrances that compete with their relationship with God. By utilizing illustrations such as Abraham's call, the message stresses the necessity of counting the cost before committing to the Christian walk. The cross represents the ultimate surrender of self-life, while the metaphor of salt highlights the believer's role in preserving and influencing the world through Christ-like character. Ultimately, the teaching encourages joy and glory in Christ rather than despair, framing the loss of all things as a gain for the sake of knowing Him.

The sermon emphasizes the absolute sufficiency and eternal nature of Jesus Christ as the High Priest, contrasting His unchangeable ministry with the temporary and limited nature of human helpers and Old Testament priests. It argues that believers must place their complete confidence in Christ's ability to save them fully, rather than relying on personal emotions, church membership, or moral performance. The text highlights that because Jesus conquered death and lives forever, He continuously intercedes for His people, providing a secure foundation for salvation that does not depend on human strength. This eternal priesthood ensures that no matter how often believers fail, they have an advocate who represents them before God based on His finished work. Ultimately, the message calls both sinners and weary Christians to rest in the unchanging character of Christ, who is able, available, and alive to save.

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Jacob delivers his prophetic blessings to his twelve sons on his deathbed, revealing their future destinies and the character of the tribes they will found. The sermon highlights how moral integrity outweighs birthright, as seen in Reuben's loss of prominence due to instability and Simeon and Levi's scattering because of violence. While some tribes face judgment for their sins, others receive promises of prosperity and a role in God's redemptive plan. A central theme emerges in Jacob's cry for salvation, pointing forward to the Messiah and emphasizing that hope rests solely in God rather than human merit. The message concludes by urging believers to prioritize spiritual legacy and divine grace over earthly achievements.

This sermon addresses the inevitability of death and the subsequent final judgment before Jesus Christ, emphasizing that every individual will stand alone before God. The speaker highlights two promised disclosures where hidden truths are revealed and God's character is vindicated against accusations of allowing evil. Central to the message is the distinction between relying on personal righteousness versus trusting in God's word through faith, as illustrated by Abraham and Habakkuk. The preacher urges listeners to recognize the gravity of eternal destinies—either heaven or hell—and to seek forgiveness through Christ before that day arrives. Ultimately, the sermon serves as a pastoral call to repentance, offering assurance of boldness for those who have placed their faith in Jesus.

Judgments 5-9 upon Egypt are much more devestating than those to this point. As God judges them, He reflects an important element of his character that we consider: those that are judged, are those who do not fear God.

Your life is being influenced daily by a cosmic battle between unseen forces. On today's episode, Dr. Hamby welcomes Emily Pierce, performance director for The Masters Guild, for a candid discussion on spiritual warfare. Emily unpacks the inspiration behind and real-world connections within Lamplighter's original stage production Unseen. Spiritual conflict takes center stage as the production reveals how prayer, Scripture, temptation, and sin can affect our lives. Tune in for a podcast that pulls back the curtain on the unseen battle we face every day.

The sermon establishes God's righteousness and justice as essential attributes flowing from His holiness, countering accusations that He is responsible for evil. It argues that sin entered the world through Satan's deception and human disobedience, making all people guilty before a holy God. The message highlights Romans 3 to demonstrate that while no one can be justified by the law, God provided a way of salvation through Jesus Christ. By accepting Christ as propitiation, believers are justified freely by grace, allowing God to remain just while justifying those who have faith. The conclusion urges listeners to live in light of this truth by walking in the Spirit and setting their affections on heavenly things.

This message addresses the spiritual bondage experienced by individuals recovering from trauma and occult involvement, using the metaphor of hostages to describe their initial state of fear and survival. It highlights what victims have been robbed of, such as innocence, peace, and trust, while emphasizing God's compassionate response to suffering through the lens of the Israelites' deliverance in Exodus. The preacher encourages believers to shift from a defensive posture to one of godly boldness by understanding their union with Christ and His authority over Satan. Practical strategies are offered for overcoming fear, including memorizing scripture, resisting spiritual blackmail, and focusing on God's character rather than the enemy's power. Ultimately, the message asserts that through the cross and the resurrection, Christ has defeated the adversary, allowing believers to live as victorious trophies of grace without fear.