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This dream by Nebuchadnezzar interrupted his life of ease and prosperity to let him know that his rebellion against God which continued through another dream and an attempt to thwart God's sovereignty over his life and kingdom would result in a great humbling so that he would know that the Most High God reigns.

This sermon explores the command in Galatians 6 to bear one another's burdens, specifically focusing on the spiritual discipline of restoring a brother or sister who has been overtaken by sin. The central message emphasizes that this restoration is not merely about correcting behavior but about guiding the individual back to the pathway of holiness, characterized by the fruit of the Spirit: love, joy, and peace. The preacher argues that this work requires a disposition of meekness, where believers examine their own hearts to avoid pride and self-protection, recognizing that they too are dependent on God's grace. By using the metaphor of mending nets, the sermon illustrates that restoration is a process of repairing what has been torn so that the believer can function as designed for God's glory. Ultimately, the text calls for a rejection of comparative religion and self-reliance, urging believers to trust in Christ as the ultimate burden-bearer and restorer who grants repentance and sustains the community through the Holy Spirit.

(AI Generated Summary) This lesson explores the fifth plague of Egypt, focusing on the theological revelation that God is the sovereign sustainer of all life, including human health and autonomy. By examining the symbolic use of kiln soot, the text highlights how God asserts His authority over man's body and will, countering the illusion of self-sufficiency. The preacher argues that suffering is not necessarily a punishment for sin but often a means of grace used to sanctify believers, strip away pride, and produce a unique testimony of God's power. Through examples such as Hannah, the blind man in John 9, and Paul's thorn in the flesh, the message emphasizes that God's grace is sufficient in weakness, allowing His glory to be displayed most clearly when human strength is exhausted. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a posture of humble submission, recognizing that all power belongs to God and that even in affliction, believers are being conformed to the image of Christ.

The 47th sermon in Romans explores the theological mystery of Israel's partial hardening and its temporary nature within God's redemptive plan. It emphasizes that God's covenant promises are irrevocable, ensuring that national Israel will ultimately be saved as the fullness of the Gentiles comes in. The message contrasts human pride and scriptural illiteracy with the humility required to trust God's wisdom, which surpasses human understanding. By highlighting the irrevocable nature of God's gifts and calling, the text asserts that mercy is the final word over disobedience for both Jew and Gentile. The passage concludes with a doxology, urging believers to respond to God's unsearchable judgments with worship, recognizing that all things are of Him, through Him, and to Him.

Chapter timestamps: Note: Times are estimated 0:00 Jesus Sends Out the Twelve 1:10 Herod Hears About Jesus 3:08 Herod's History With John the Baptist 4:49 The Danger of Pride and Peer Pressure 7:53 John Confronts Herod's Sin 11:02 Herod Makes a Foolish Promise 12:39 The Request for John's Head 13:46 Herod Chooses Reputation Over Right 15:33 Hearing God's Word Without Obeying 18:00 Obeying God When It Costs Something 21:14 One Wrong Decision Leads to Another 23:47 The Fear of Man 26:20 The Fear of Man Brings a Snare 29:08 Herod's Troubled Conscience 32:55 You Reap What You Sow 34:05 Herod Desires to See Jesus 35:07 Herod Finally Meets Jesus 36:17 Jesus Remains Silent Before Herod 39:00 Pilate Faces the Same Pressure 42:20 Feeling Sorry Is Not Repentance 43:28 Godly Sorrow Leads to Repentance 45:47 Trust God Rather Than Fear People 46:29 You Reap What You Sow 47:55 Closing Prayer

This sermon explores the prophetic judgments against surrounding nations in Ezekiel chapters 25 through 28, highlighting how God uses these judgments to reveal His holiness and sovereignty. The central theme asserts that while God disciplines His own people for sin, He also holds other nations accountable for their contempt, pride, and greed, ensuring that His justice is not overlooked. The text emphasizes that the purpose of this judgment is not merely punishment but the vindication of God's character and the preservation of His covenant people. By contrasting the sinful attitudes of nations like Tyre and Sidon with the humility of Christ in Philippians 2, the message calls believers to reject self-deification and false security. Ultimately, the sermon points to the Messiah as the solution to human sin, offering hope and restoration to those who trust in God's grace.

1: God Shows His Character (Nahum 1: 1-3) 2: God is Slow to Anger (Nahum 1:3) 3: Creation Trembles Before God (Nahum 1: 3-6) 4: The Great Contrast (Nahum 1:7) 5: Oppression Will End (Nahum 1: 8-15) 6: Good News Appears on the Mountains (Nahum 1:15) 7: Nineveh's Fall is Described (Nahum 2) 8: The Lion's Den is Destroyed (Nahum 2: 11-13) 9: Why is Nineveh Being Judged? (Nahum 3) 10: God Cares How Power is Used 11: Nineveh's Great Sin was Pride 12: Nineveh Should Have Known Better (Nahum 3: 8-10) 13: The Fire Will Consume (Nahum 3: 13-15) 14: There is No Relief for Your Wound (Nahum 3: 19) 15: The Gospel in Nahum 16: Three Truths the Church Must Re This sermon explores the book of Nahum to address the tension between God's patience and His justice, arguing that divine forbearance should never be mistaken for indifference or approval of evil. The central message emphasizes that God is a zealous and avenging sovereign who holds all nations accountable for systemic wickedness, oppression, and pride, regardless of their political power or military strength. By contrasting the fall of Nineveh with the promise of God as a fortress and refuge for those who trust in Him, the sermon highlights that while human empires are temporary and subject to judgment, God remains the ultimate authority who defeats evil. The tone is both convicting and comforting, urging listeners to recognize that God sees injustice and will act, while simultaneously inviting them to find their security not in earthly powers but in the eternal character of God. Ultimately, the sermon points to the cross as the place where God's justice and mercy meet, offering Christ as the true refuge for believers.

Sermon | Esther 6:1-14 | Sunday Evening Service, September 20, 2026. Preacher: Ps Rocky Stevenson This sermon explores Esther chapter six as the pivotal moment where God's hidden providence becomes visible through the convergence of seemingly mundane events. The central message emphasizes that God governs history and individual lives through ordinary circumstances, such as a king's insomnia and the reading of a chronicle, rather than through overt supernatural displays. The text contrasts Haman's pride and ambition with Mordecai's faithful service, illustrating how divine justice reverses human schemes and protects God's people. Ps Rocky encourages believers to trust in God's unwavering faithfulness, noting that even forgotten acts of loyalty are recorded and rewarded in His timing. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a release of anxiety and control, urging the audience to rely on God's sovereignty and character in their daily lives. Visit Benoni Bible Church: www.benonibiblechurch.co.za Address: 149 President Brand Rd, Rynfield, Benoni - view on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oag383xq3U2b7RQN6 Copyright © 2026, Benoni Bible Church. All rights reserved.

This sermon examines the final words of Jesus to His disciples in the upper room, focusing on three key themes: the abounding glory of God, the new commandment to love one another, and the danger of misplaced loyalty. The message explains that Jesus' glorification through the cross reveals the Father's holiness, justice, and mercy, establishing a pattern where humility leads to exaltation. It emphasizes that the commandment to love is new in its example, extent, and enablement through the Holy Spirit, serving as the distinguishing mark of true discipleship. Finally, the sermon uses Peter's response as a cautionary example of how pride and self-will can lead to failure, urging believers to surrender their own agendas and faithfully follow God's specific instructions.