Haggai 2:1–5 – Jesse Lockhart (4‑22‑26)

Preaching from Haggai 2, Brother Jesse reminds the church that the same Spirit who filled the temple in its first glory is still with God’s people today, even if the outward structure looks smaller or weaker than before. He traces Israel’s return from Babylon, the rebuilding of the altar, and the mixture of weeping and shouting as the new foundation was laid, showing that real strength begins with prayer, not appearance. He challenges believers to reject “microwave religion,” put in the work of seeking God, and remember that every strong home, church, and life must be built on an altar that stays active. With warmth and urgency, he calls the congregation to pray through, worship deeply, and trust that God’s Spirit remains among them—unchanged, unweakened, and ready to move when His people return to Him.  

Location: Whitwell, Tennessee — Fairview Union Church