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Nahum. Another preacher speaks against Nineveh. No more mercy this time. Habakkuk: The prophet complains about all that is happening and God gives His answer.

Micah borrows a wonderful passage from Isaiah, then goes on to talk about "The Assyrian." His most famous words are probably his prophecy of Messiah coming out of Bethlehem!

Did Jesus intend the widow's offering to be an example of sacrificial giving—or have we misunderstood one of the Bible's most famous stories? We examine the account commonly known as The Widow's Mite in its full biblical context. Rather than isolating these four verses, we'll trace Mark's argument through Jesus' final days in Jerusalem and ask whether Jesus was praising the widow's generosity—or exposing a corrupt religious system that "devoured widows' houses." This verse-by-verse sermon explores: Why the traditional interpretation raises difficult questions The immediate context of Mark 12 and Jesus' condemnation of the Temple leaders Whether the widow is presented as an example to imitate If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-stars rating. This helps others find the podcast. My sermons are the fruit of nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, formal seminary training, and a lifelong passion for God's Word. Since childhood, I've been drawn to the beauty and power of expository preaching—opening Scripture verse by verse and applying it to real life. After graduating from Moody Bible Institute, I spent the next 27 years serving as a youth pastor, senior pastor, church planter, and host of the Food For Your Soul radio broadcast. Along the way, I also earned a Master of Sacred Literature and a Doctor of Religious Studies. For more content from D. Richard Ferguson, visit TreasuringGod.com. Follow on social: • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson

The sermon examines Genesis chapters 46 and 47, highlighting Jacob's decision to move to Egypt as a model for seeking divine counsel before major life changes. It addresses the numerical discrepancy between Genesis and Acts regarding the number of souls in Jacob's family, arguing that different counting methods resolve the apparent contradiction. The preacher interprets the Egyptians' view of shepherds as an abomination to symbolize the world's rejection of spiritual ministry. Additionally, the text discusses Joseph's administrative rise and the subsequent enslavement of the Egyptians through centralized food control, serving as a warning against government overreach. Finally, Jacob's description of his life as a pilgrimage reinforces the believer's temporary status on earth while pointing toward eternal hope.

This sermon interprets Daniel chapter 7 as apocalyptic literature designed to comfort believers living in exile rather than to confuse them with complex imagery. The preacher contrasts the chaotic beasts representing worldly powers with the sovereign rule of the Ancient of Days and the Son of Man, emphasizing that God ultimately triumphs over evil. The message urges the congregation to reject worldly distractions and spiritual junk food in favor of Scripture, which provides endurance and hope. By focusing on God's control over history, believers are encouraged to maintain faith and obedience despite present sufferings or cultural pressures. The sermon concludes with a call to rejoice in the certainty of Christ's victory and the future restoration of all things.

The story is as old as mankind—chasing something that sounds like pure freedom… only to end up more stuck than before. In 2 Peter 2:19, false teachers dangle the word "freedom" like bait—promising the liberty to do what you want. But what lies on the other side of that freedom is a whole new bondage, worse than ever before. What is "real" freedom? Our culture says freedom means throwing off every restraint. The Bible says something radically different. In this message from **2 Peter 2:19**, we'll see why every kind of freedom comes with a master, why the promise of "doing whatever you want" leads to slavery, and why the only path to genuine freedom is becoming a willing servant of God. False teachers haven't stopped making empty promises. They still redefine biblical words, appeal to our desires, and offer a counterfeit freedom that sounds attractive but ultimately enslaves. Peter exposes their strategy and shows us how to recognize the difference between God's promise of freedom and the world's imitation. In this sermon, you'll discover: Why there is no such thing as absolute freedom The difference between freedom *from* sin and freedom *to* sin How false teachers use biblical language to deceive What Jesus meant when he said, "Everyone who sins is a slave to sin" Why every freedom comes with a new master How God's restrictions actually liberate us What true freedom looks like according to Scripture How to pursue the kind of freedom that leads to becoming more like Christ Whether you're struggling with temptation, wondering what Christian liberty really means, or trying to discern false teaching, this passage provides timeless wisdom for following Christ

For the past 5-6 years, we have raised chickens and ducks for their eggs. The birds stay in a fenced-off part of our backyard we affectionately refer to as Stinky Creek Farm. It has been an interesting diversion from the busyness of life. One of the interesting things about the chickens and ducks is that they are not very pet like. When I walk toward them, they usually scatter. The ducks especially choose to run away from me despite the fact that I provide water and food for them every day. However, it is an entirely different story inside our house. When I walk into the house, our dog and cats come running as if I was their best friend in the world. And if they didn't hear me come in, I can quickly call them to action by my voice. In today's passage, we will see that Jesus has a similar relationship with believers. It is like a shepherd who knows His sheep so well that they respond to His voice and follow Him wherever He leads. But, as we will see, not all people hear His voice and follow Him.

Jonah: The Ninevites turn around, but Jonah is not happy about it. Micah: Israel and its rulers rebuked by the prophet of the Lord. But a remnant...

Amos. Familiar pattern, judgment followed by restoration! Obadiah. About Edom, then about the Millennium! Jonah. The boat ride away from God and into the jaws of a huge "fish."

Amos, a shepherd by trade, speaks mighty words of coming judgment to Israel until he is finally told to go down to Judah instead. He refuses, and places God's curse on the messenger.