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Then said David to the Philistine, Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield: but I come to thee in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied. 46This day will the LORD deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee; and I will give the carcases of the host of the Philistines this day unto the fowls of the air, and to the wild beasts of the earth; that all the earth may know that there is a God in Israel.

When God refers to Israel as His "firstborn son" in Exodus 4, He establishes a relationship defined by unique privilege and responsibility rather than birth order. We see this theme deepen when God later sets apart the tribe of Levi in place of Israel's firstborn. The Levites bypassed a traditional land inheritance to find their ultimate inheritance in God Himself, dedicating their lives entirely to His service. This entire trajectory ultimately converges in Christ, the preeminent Firstborn. He is the true Son called out of Egypt, the one through whom all things were created, and the one who rightfully holds first place over all creation. The profound implication for believers is that, through faith, we are grafted into this lineage. Believers are recognized as the "assembly of the firstborn". Much like the Levites, our calling is to carry His presence and function as a royal priesthood. Throughout the grand narrative of Scripture, God's foundational desire for His people remains beautifully consistent: a life anchored in genuine love and faithful obedience.

The sermon explores the theological progression from the Old Testament command to keep the Sabbath to its fulfillment in Jesus Christ. It begins by illustrating the futility of religious striving and worldly busyness through the metaphor of a treadmill, contrasting this with the rest God provided to Israel as a reminder of their deliverance from slavery. The message argues that Jesus fulfilled the law on the cross, declaring 'It is finished,' thereby becoming the true Sabbath rest for believers. The central invitation is for all who are weary and heavy-laden to come to Christ, not to earn salvation through works, but to receive it as a gift. The preacher encourages the audience to take on Jesus' yoke, learning from His meekness and allowing Him to carry the burdens of life, thus finding genuine spiritual refreshment.

What is the glory of God, and how does the book of Exodus reveal it? When Moses asked the Lord, "Please show me your glory" (Exodus 33:18), he expressed a longing that should characterize every believer: to know God more deeply, behold His greatness, and glorify Him forever. In this introduction to a new sermon series through Exodus, Pastor John Dean explores how God's glory is revealed throughout the Old Testament and ultimately finds its fullest expression in Jesus Christ. The Exodus is more than the story of Israel's deliverance from Egypt—it is part of God's unfolding plan of redemption. Pastor John introduces three major themes that will guide the series: 1. God's Glory in Liberation: God's deliverance of Israel from slavery points forward to the greater freedom from sin found through faith in Jesus Christ. 2. God's Glory in His Covenant: The Mosaic Law reveals God's holiness and humanity's sinfulness, pointing to our need for a Savior and the better, eternal covenant established through Christ. 3. God's Glory in the Tabernacle: God's dwelling among His people foreshadows Jesus Christ, our great High Priest, whose sacrifice opens the way into God's presence. Throughout the message, Pastor John also challenges believers to examine their own hearts, resist discontentment, and find their greatest satisfaction not in the things of this world, but in the glory of God. Join us as we begin this verse-by-verse study of Exodus, discovering how the Old Testament points us to the Gospel and the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Berean Adult Sunday School class. A verse-by-verse study through the books of the minor prophets

Jesus feeds five thousand, revealing Himself as Israel's promised Shepherd and the true King who gives life. Discover His compassion for weary servants, His care for wandering sheep, and His abundant provision that points beyond earthly bread to salvation through His death and resurrection. Mark 6:30–44.

We see: 1. The Lord preserves His Son from destruction through His sovereign Word (v. 13) 2. God preserves His Son through Joseph's obedience for the salvation of His people (v. 14) 3. God fulfills His Word by calling His Son out of Egypt and revealing Him as the faithful Son (v. 15)

Mourning For The One Thy Pierced Series Through the book of Zechariah - No. 23 Zechariah 12:10-14 10/18/26 Sunday AM Service

This sermon examines the narrative of Nabal and Abigail in 1 Samuel 25, contrasting the husband's stubbornness and evil deeds with his wife's wisdom and understanding. The preacher highlights how Nabal's harshness mirrors the stiff-necked behavior of Israel described in Judges, serving as a warning against suppressing known truth and acting in self-righteous vengeance. In response to Nabal's insult, David prepares for retribution, but Abigail intervenes with humility and provision, successfully averting bloodshed and demonstrating the power of wise counsel. The passage concludes with the Lord striking Nabal, illustrating that divine judgment is certain and operates on God's timing rather than human initiative. Ultimately, the sermon points to Christ as the greater David who endured revilement without retaliation, encouraging believers to trust in God's justice and avoid taking vengeance into their own hands.

¿Puede usted saldar su cuenta con Dios siendo «buena gente»? En este sermón sobre la justificación por la fe en Romanos 4:1-8 descubrimos por qué los pagos mínimos de nuestra buena conducta nunca alcanzan, y cómo Dios anota la justicia de Cristo a favor del que cree. Sermón #20 de la serie «El justo por la fe vivirá», predicado en el culto matutino de la Iglesia Presbiteriana Libre Palabra de Vida, Los Frailes II, Santo Domingo Este. El apóstol Pablo llama a dos testigos del Antiguo Testamento. Abraham, el hombre más respetado de Israel, no halló motivo para jactarse ante Dios: creyó la promesa y su fe le fue contada por justicia. David, el rey que calló su pecado hasta que lo confesó, canta la dicha del hombre cuyo pecado el Señor no toma en cuenta. Veremos qué significa «justificar», por qué la salvación es un regalo y no un salario, por qué la fe no es un pago sino la mano vacía que recibe a Cristo, y cómo el perdón, lejos de hacernos descuidados, nos lleva a orar, a abrir la Palabra y a vivir comprometidos con la iglesia local.