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What does it mean to have a heart of stone or a heart of flesh? In this teaching, Pastor Brandon Holthaus continues his study of Hebrew idioms by examining two powerful expressions found in the book of Ezekiel: "They sit before you as My people" from Ezekiel 33:31 and the contrast between a "heart of stone" and a "heart of flesh" in Ezekiel 36:26. Scripture warns that it is possible to hear God's Word, attend church, study the Bible, and outwardly appear devoted while never allowing biblical truth to transform the way we actually live. Jesus asks, "Why do you call Me 'Lord, Lord,' and not do the things which I say?" James gives the same warning when he tells believers to be doers of the Word and not hearers only. Pastor Brandon explores how spiritual hardness develops through repeated resistance to truth, persistent sin, pride, unbelief, idolatry, and an unwillingness to obey. He also explains how fear and other emotions can influence our thinking and decision-making when our minds are not grounded in Scripture. But there is good news: a hardened heart does not have to remain hardened. God desires a heart that is responsive, teachable, and willing to trust Him. Through faith, obedience, and the transforming work of God's Word, believers can grow in spiritual maturity and develop a heart that is increasingly sensitive to His truth. Are we simply hearing the Word of God, or are we allowing it to change us? #Hebraisms #HeartOfStone #HeartOfFlesh #Ezekiel36 #Ezekiel33 #BibleStudy #BiblicalTruth #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #WordOfGod #BrandonHolthaus #RockHarborChurch

What did Isaiah do when he saw the LORD "high and lifted up"? He cried out, "Woe is me! for I am undone." What did John do on Patmos, the same man who had leaned on His breast at supper and asked "Lord, who is it?" He "fell at his feet as dead." Ask what terrible means when it is said of God, and ask how a man will stand when the Lord Jesus Christ comes as the lion and not as the lamb. "For the LORD most high is terrible; he is a great King over all the earth."

This sermon examines the events of Pentecost in Acts chapter two, defining the term as simply meaning 'fiftieth' rather than implying any magical properties. The speaker argues that the gift of tongues was a supernatural ability to speak known foreign dialects for evangelism, explicitly rejecting the concept of unknown or ecstatic languages. By analyzing the crowd's reaction and Peter's subsequent sermon, the text highlights the fulfillment of Joel's prophecy regarding the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. The central message emphasizes that this power was granted to enable clear communication of the Gospel to diverse audiences, ensuring the message of salvation was understood by all. Ultimately, the passage serves as a call for believers to boldly proclaim the word of God without fear or timidity.

This message is from the Sovereign Outreach 4 Grace / SO4G 2026 Midweek - Wednesday Sermon/Lesson Series from the Sermon Audio Broadcast Series. This message was delivered by Brother, Tom Harmon at the Calvary Baptist Church (SBC) in Betsy Layne, Kentucky. The title of this message was 'I Will Fear no Evil', the main text was taken from Psalm 23:1-6, as well as several other Scripture verses.

This study examines Genesis 3 as the foundational text for the proto-gospel, highlighting God's immediate initiative to seek out Adam and Eve after the fall. The analysis emphasizes that God's question, "Where are you?" reveals His omniscience and His role as a seeking Savior who confronts humanity with the conviction of sin. While Adam and Eve respond with fear, shame, and blame-shifting, God pronounces a curse on the serpent and introduces the promise of a Redeemer who will crush the serpent's head. This passage is presented as the first announcement of good news, establishing that salvation begins with the recognition of guilt and ends with the assurance of Christ's ultimate victory over evil.

The sermon addresses the increasing moral darkness of contemporary society, citing specific examples of cultural shifts and the silence of the church as evidence of a world in decline. It emphasizes that the primary responsibility of believers is to let the light of Christ shine brightly through sincere testimony and righteous conduct, rather than conforming to worldly standards. The message calls for a return to sound doctrine, personal Bible study, and active evangelism, urging Christians to stand firm against wickedness with courage and love. By contrasting the futile efforts of the world with the eternal security found in Jesus, the speaker encourages the congregation to work out their salvation with fear and trembling, trusting that their distinct witness will impact those around them.

John 16: 33

Luk 19:11 And as they heard these things, he added and spake a parable, because he was nigh to Jerusalem, and because they thought that the kingdom of God should immediately appear. Luk 19:12 He said therefore, A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom, and to return. Luk 19:13 And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come. Luk 19:14 But his citizens hated him, and sent a message after him, saying, We will not have this man to reign over us. Luk 19:15 And it came to pass, that when he was returned, having received the kingdom, then he commanded these servants to be called unto him, to whom he had given the money, that he might know how much every man had gained by trading. Luk 19:16 Then came the first, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained ten pounds. Luk 19:17 And he said unto him, Well, thou good servant: because thou hast been faithful in a very little, have thou authority over ten cities. Luk 19:18 And the second came, saying, Lord, thy pound hath gained five pounds. Luk 19:19 And he said likewise to him, Be thou also over five cities. Luk 19:20 And another came, saying, Lord, behold, here is thy pound, which I have kept laid up in a napkin: Luk 19:21 For I feared thee, because thou art an austere man: thou takest up that thou layedst not down, and reapest that thou didst not sow. Luk 19:22 And he saith unto him, Out of thine own mouth will I judge thee, thou wicked servant. Thou knewest that I was an austere man, taking up that I laid not down, and reaping that I did not sow: etc.