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This sermon was preached on August 4, 2026 at Providence Presbyterian Church, a congregation of Calvary Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in America located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Pastor Zachary Groff of Antioch Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Woodruff, SC preached this sermon entitled "The Righteous King's Compassion" on Matthew 9:36 on the occasion of Pastor Kevin Morris's installation as Pastor of Providence Presbyterian Church. For more information about Antioch Presbyterian Church, please visit ⁠antiochpca.com⁠ or contact us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected].

This devotional explores Psalm 96 as a call to universal worship and missionary proclamation of God's glory. The text emphasizes that the Lord is the sole sovereign King, surpassing all idols, and commands believers to declare His salvation among all nations. Creation itself rejoices in anticipation of His righteous judgment, urging humanity to acknowledge His majesty. The message challenges listeners to integrate praise and witness into their daily lives rather than limiting them to corporate worship. Ultimately, the central purpose of humanity is defined as glorifying God and enjoying Him forever through joyful obedience.

This sermon explores the children of Isreal crossing the Red Sea to demonstrate that God actively fights for His people, providing comfort and assurance in times of crisis. It contrasts the hardened heart of Pharaoh with the faith of Israel, showing how divine power supersedes worldly strength. The preacher emphasizes that believers must rely on spiritual medicine and prayer rather than fear when facing adversity. By using Moses as an example, the text illustrates how God employs human instruments to accomplish His victorious purposes. Ultimately, the message affirms that Christ secures eternal salvation for those who trust in Him.

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Do Lyrics Reflect or Drive Culture? Song lyrics remain with us much longer than we imagine, so it matters what words we listen to. Might they have effects we don't consider? Chalcedon Podcast with host Andrea Schwartz and Dr Charles Roberts, Used with permission.