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Like a victory lap or a parade through enemy territory, God displays His absolute authority and power over all the nations. He thoroughly demonstrates that the gods of the nations are not God. In scenes reminiscent of the Exodus and the impotence of the Egyptian gods, the LORD brings a preview of judgment on the Philistines. But all is not well. Even Israel fails to treat God with reverence and awe. This sermon calls us to rejoice in the Savior who brings us near to God, not in judgment, but in peace through the forgiveness of our sins that we may worship Him.

The sermon explores the Beatitudes from Luke 6, contrasting the spiritual blessings of poverty and persecution with the emptiness of worldly wealth. It emphasizes that true believers should expect hostility from the world but find their reward in heaven rather than earthly validation. A central theme is the command to love enemies through unconditional action and prayer, mirroring Christ's sacrifice on the cross. Bro. Warren warns against false teachers by urging listeners to test spirits against Scripture and rely solely on grace for salvation. Ultimately, the message calls for boldness in sharing the gospel, trusting that God's word transforms hearts and brings eternal hope.

Celebrating God's destruction of the wicked. Preached at Covenant OPC, Grove City, PA

The sermon establishes that true self-worth is derived solely from being created in the image and likeness of God, rather than from external factors such as work, possessions, or physical appearance. It identifies sin as the practice of error and highlights how lies about inferiority create barriers to experiencing God's grace and love. The speaker emphasizes that believers are fundamentally spiritual persons with inherent rights and privileges granted by their Creator. By accepting the truth of their identity in Christ, individuals can dismantle the enemy's influence and live in the freedom intended for them. The message calls for a shift from self-centered striving to a reliance on the Holy Spirit and the legal standing of holiness received through the new birth.

This is the fourth part of The Power of Prayer discussing The Sin List in an in-studio session with Rob Randall sharing on how to develop this list so we can live free. This Spiritual Warfare teaching comes from years of research, personal involvement and commitment to see others released from the grips of the enemy. This is the audio content from the radio program called The Invisible War.

What does Christ require of us when we are insulted, wronged, inconvenienced, or treated unfairly? In Matthew 5:38–42, Jesus confronts our natural desire to retaliate and reveals a righteousness that reaches far deeper than outward restraint. The command to turn the other cheek, surrender personal rights, go the second mile, and give generously exposes how tightly we cling to our dignity, time, possessions, and sense of justice. Yet Christ is not abolishing justice or calling His people to weakness. He is teaching us to distinguish righteous judgment from personal vengeance and to entrust ourselves to the God who judges perfectly. This sermon examines the Old Testament background, the true purpose of "an eye for an eye," and the heart-level demands of kingdom righteousness, ultimately pointing us to Christ—the One who perfectly fulfilled this righteousness, suffered without sinful retaliation, and gave Himself for His enemies.

The sermon explores Psalm 57, highlighting David's confident trust in God while fleeing from Saul and hiding in a cave. It emphasizes that believers find true safety and tender comfort not in physical locations but in the shadow of God's wings, regardless of their circumstances. The preacher draws parallels between David's experience and Jesus Christ's suffering, illustrating how divine providence turns enemy traps into their own destruction. The message encourages steadfastness during trials, noting that God provides sufficient grace and peace even when deliverance is not immediate. Ultimately, the psalm directs attention to God's exalted glory and abundant mercy, calling for universal praise across all nations.

Adult Sunday School Berean Class. A verse-by-verse study through the book of Revelation.