Drunkenness on SermonAudio

Over the backdrop of the Assyrian destruction of Samaria, Isaiah calls us from fading worldly glory to the lasting glory of the Lord as our crown and diadem.

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2:26 What is an apostate? 6:33 What are some good commentaries for the Book of Hebrews? 9:05 What does it mean in the Book of Revelation where it is says our prayers are stored in bowls? 10:52 Why do so many people believe the Da Vinci Code's claims? 18:21 How do I handle a family member who claims to be a Christian, but gets drunk at our house? 20:03 Is the Rahab mentioned in Psalm 87:4, Job 26:12 and Isaiah 51:9 all the same Rahab spoken of in the Book of Joshua? 25:57 What do the words Evangelical, Ecumenical and Charismatic mean and how are they different? 42:37 I had two abortions before I came to Christ, how do I deal with the ongoing guilt? 51:46 Why should Christians support Israel?

Is it okay for Christians to drink alcohol or get drunk? Join Pastor Steve as he tackles that question today from Ephesians 5:18.

1Co 11:17-34 ESV - But in the following instructions I do not commend you, because when you come together it is not for the better but for the worse. For, in the first place, when you come together as a church, I hear that there are divisions among you. And I believe it in part, for there must be factions among you in order that those who are genuine among you may be recognized. When you come together, it is not the Lord's supper that you eat. For in eating, each one goes ahead with his own meal. One goes hungry, another gets drunk. What! Do you not have houses to eat and drink in? Or do you despise the church of God and humiliate those who have nothing? What shall I say to you? Shall I commend you in this? No, I will not. For I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, "This is my body, which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me." In the same way also he took the cup, after supper, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me." For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty concerning the body and blood of the Lord. Let a person examine himself, then, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment on himself. That is why many of you are weak and ill, and some have died. But if we judged ourselves truly, we would not be judged...

The world has been cleansed by the flood, and God has started over with one man who is "righteous and blameless", Noah. We might think that things would be different, but here in Noah's drunkenness and Ham's sin, we see that "the intention of man's heart is sinful from his youth." No amount of external cleansing on the outside can cure the sin and corruption within. What is needed is a new and greater Noah, from the lineage of Shem, the seed of the woman who will crush the serpent's head.

The funeral procession for the former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been underway today. Fox News reported that as the procession approached the Shrine of Imam Reza today, mourners carried revolutionary placards and a massive banner threatening President Donald Trump. Khamenei's body was carried by a slow moving drunk as mourners chanted revenge slogans against Pres. Trump while placards reading "Kill Trump" appeared in the crowd. In violation of the ceasefire, Iran attacked ships travelling through the Strait of Hormuz while the U.S. has launched retaliatory strikes against Iran. Pres. Trump has called the Iranian negotiators "liars" and has said the ceasefire is dead. Joining us with the latest developments and analysis today is Shahram Hadian. Shahram is Founder of Truth in Love Ministry. He is a Christian Pastor and a former Muslim. Shahram was born in Iran and came to America in 1978 to escape an oppressive Islamic regime and committed his life to Jesus Christ in 1999. He has an extensive background not only as a Pastor, but also as a former police officer, teacher, coach and servant leader in his community.

This sermon examines Genesis 9 to illustrate the pervasive nature of sin and the redemptive power of grace through Noah's failure and his sons' contrasting responses. The preacher highlights Ham's sin of gossip and dishonor against his father, juxtaposing it with Shem and Japheth's respectful covering of Noah's nakedness. Drawing parallels to modern relationships with parents, spouses, and leaders, the text warns against the destructive habit of exposing others' faults while advocating for humble respect. Ultimately, the message points to Christ as the one who covers human shame and condemnation, inviting believers to extend similar grace and confidentiality to others rather than engaging in judgmental gossip. Outline: 1. Sin of Noah (18-21) 2. Sin of Ham & Honored by Shem and Japheth (22-23) 3. Curse and Blessing (24-29)

Time to be Sober Minded: America at 250. We are joined by James Spencer (President, D.L. Moody Center). Topics discussed include: The Myth of the Guaranteed Empire. The "God is on Our Side" Myth. The King Josiah Illusion. Living Drunk vs Standing Sober.