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The sermon explores the concept of beauty as a divine hallmark of God's creation, arguing that true beauty is defined by appropriateness, symmetry, and harmony rather than mere aesthetic preference. By examining scientific principles such as the structure of peacock feathers and the mathematical elegance of nature, the speaker illustrates how these features point to an intelligent Designer rather than random evolution. The message contrasts the temporary satisfaction found in earthly beauty with the eternal longing for divine presence, citing Psalm 27 and C.S. Lewis to emphasize that only God offers lasting fulfillment. Furthermore, the sermon addresses the theological paradox of the cross, explaining how the ugliness of Christ's sacrifice becomes the ultimate source of beauty and salvation for believers. Ultimately, the speaker encourages the audience to view the natural world as a witness to God's care and to recognize their own transformation into Christ's image as a process of becoming more beautiful in His eyes.

Dr. Richard Schmidt is pastor of Union Grove Baptist Church and founder of Prophecy Focus Ministries. He is the speaker on the weekly TV program, Prophecy Focus and the radio broadcast, Prophecy Unfolding. He spent 32 years in law enforcement. He's authored several books including: Globalism: The Great World Consumption and Artificial Intelligence: Transhumanism & the De-Evolution of Democracy. The rapid advancement of AI has been staggering and is proving itself to be dangerous. Human data centers are being replaced by robots. Humans are even having romantic relationships and conversations with AI. AI is producing explicit sexual materials even of minor children. A young teenager used ChatGPT for murder fantasies before taking the life of his mother and his brother. Criminals are using AI to advance their fraud. It's reported that Chinese companies are stealing AI Tech on an "Industrial Scale." AI has been discovered going rogue...even causing its own attacks on other systems. It's as if it's thinking for itself. Researchers are now saying that AI has more than a 10% chance of killing all humans. One such researcher indicated it could kill everyone by the end of the decade. Where is this all headed? Does the cry from scientists and the media that "The sky is falling!" with respect to AI comport with Scripture? Find out on part-one of this critical Crosstalk discussion. More Information: Artificial Intelligence: Transhumanism & The De- Evolution of Democracy by Richard Schmidt is available for a donation of $18. Go to vcy.org or call 1-800-729- 9829. prophecyfocus.org

The sermon explores the theological significance of trumpet blasts in Scripture, tracing their evolution from terrifying announcements of God's holiness at Mount Sinai to symbols of divine victory at Jericho. It contrasts the fear induced by God's presence under the old covenant with the confident access believers now have through Jesus Christ and his sacrificial blood. The message highlights how Christ's death and resurrection secured an eternal victory over sin and death, surpassing the temporary triumphs of the Old Testament. Looking forward, the preacher describes the final trumpet at Christ's return, which will fully reveal His glory to all creation. For believers, this event signals the ultimate realization of salvation and the defeat of death, offering hope and awe in the face of future judgment.

Read: Genesis 1 Text: Lord's Day 9 As our Father, God created this world and gives us our place in it. We will see: 1. Our Father's creation of this world 2. Our Father's gift of his provision Questions for reflection: 1. Where in creation do you see that our God is an awesome God? 2. What Psalms might you use to praise God for his work in creation? Have you ever memorised some of these words of Scripture to use when you see something in creation that amazes you? 3. How would you respond to someone who asks you why you don't believe in evolution? 4. Why did God impress on Job his majesty in creation? (Job 38-42) 5. What special things has God the Father done for you? 6. Do you trust God to look after you? Are there areas in your life where you could grow in this?

We refute the first point in Stephen Jay Gould's fourfold defense of Uniformitarianism. Published in 1965, his first point is "Uniformity of Law". https://bbfohio.com