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What is the glory of God, and how does the book of Exodus reveal it? When Moses asked the Lord, "Please show me your glory" (Exodus 33:18), he expressed a longing that should characterize every believer: to know God more deeply, behold His greatness, and glorify Him forever. In this introduction to a new sermon series through Exodus, Pastor John Dean explores how God's glory is revealed throughout the Old Testament and ultimately finds its fullest expression in Jesus Christ. The Exodus is more than the story of Israel's deliverance from Egypt—it is part of God's unfolding plan of redemption. Pastor John introduces three major themes that will guide the series: 1. God's Glory in Liberation: God's deliverance of Israel from slavery points forward to the greater freedom from sin found through faith in Jesus Christ. 2. God's Glory in His Covenant: The Mosaic Law reveals God's holiness and humanity's sinfulness, pointing to our need for a Savior and the better, eternal covenant established through Christ. 3. God's Glory in the Tabernacle: God's dwelling among His people foreshadows Jesus Christ, our great High Priest, whose sacrifice opens the way into God's presence. Throughout the message, Pastor John also challenges believers to examine their own hearts, resist discontentment, and find their greatest satisfaction not in the things of this world, but in the glory of God. Join us as we begin this verse-by-verse study of Exodus, discovering how the Old Testament points us to the Gospel and the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

(AI Generated Summary) This lesson explores the sovereignty of God as demonstrated in the final plague narrative of Exodus, emphasizing that God's purposes are fulfilled with absolute certainty rather than through trial and error. By contrasting the will of man with the unchanging purpose of the Lord, the message asserts that all of history is under God's divine control, providing a foundation for Christian assurance. The text highlights that salvation is not dependent on human effort or stability but rests entirely on God's decree to save those He has chosen. This theological truth offers hope in a chaotic world, assuring believers that their eternal security is as certain as God's past acts of judgment and deliverance. The sermon concludes by urging the church to live with this confidence, recognizing that grace alone has secured their position in Christ.

This sermon was preached on October 18, 2026 at Antioch Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Woodruff, South Carolina. Pastor Zachary Groff preached this sermon entitled "Communing with God" on Exodus 24:9-11. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected].

Scripture: Psalm 49:7-13; Hebrews 2:14-18 Heidelberg Catechism, Lord's Day 5, Q&A 12-15 Sermon Title: Our Mediator Sermon Theme: Look to Jesus for deliverance from your debt of sin Sermon Points: I. A Debt Owed II. Paid by Us? III. Paid by a Mere Creature? IV. Paid by the God-Man

This sermon explores the theme of Christian patience through the lens of the prophets, specifically focusing on the life and ministry of Jeremiah. It highlights how Jeremiah endured extensive persecution, including imprisonment, physical abuse, and social rejection, yet remained faithful to the message of the Lord. The message emphasizes that God's deliverance is not always immediate physical rescue but rather the preservation of one's faith and integrity through suffering. By contrasting the tragic end of Jeremiah with the restored life of Job, the sermon illustrates that patience involves trusting God's timing and purpose, even when circumstances appear hopeless. Ultimately, the faithful are commended not for avoiding trouble, but for maintaining their trust in God amidst affliction.

The sermon explores the declaration in John 4:42 that Jesus is the Christ, the Saviour of the world, using the conversion of the Samaritans in Sychar as a model for divine revival. It argues that the world, depicted by the unbelief of the Samaritans, is inherently in need of a deliverer due to its state of wickedness and spiritual darkness. The message highlights that God appointed Jesus as the Saviour, who revealed the truth about human sin and His own identity, fulfilled the Father's will through perfect obedience, and finished the work of redemption on the cross. The preacher emphasizes that salvation is found solely in trusting this finished work, urging listeners to move from head knowledge to personal faith in Jesus as their personal Saviour.

The Deliverer's Arrival -Samson's Request -Samson's Riddle -Samson's Response

Sunday Service - Oct 18, 2026 - Romans 15:30-33 Col 3:14, Col 1:8, Eph 2:18, Ps 115:3, Ps 135:6, Num 23:19, Rom 10:1, Ps 103:19, Jn 3:36, 2 Thess 3:2, Rom 3:31, Acts 21:17, James 4:3, 1 Jn 5:14, Phil 2:17-18, Phil 4:6-9