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The sermon contrasts the divine pursuit of Jesus Christ with human attempts to find God, using the encounters with the Samaritan woman and Nicodemus as primary examples. It explores how worldly pursuits fail to satisfy spiritual thirst, leading individuals to seek fulfillment in temporary pleasures rather than eternal life. The narrative highlights Jesus' methodical approach to revealing His identity and exposing sin, thereby breaking down cultural barriers to offer living water to the lost. This transformation results in a testimony that draws others to faith, illustrating that true worship occurs in spirit and truth regardless of background. Ultimately, the message urges believers to recognize the spiritual harvest around them and share the gospel with the same urgency as Jesus did.

Luk 19:1 And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. Luk 19:2 And, behold, there was a man named Zacchaeus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich. Luk 19:3 And he sought to see Jesus who he was; and could not for the press, because he was little of stature. Luk 19:4 And he ran before, and climbed up into a sycomore tree to see him: for he was to pass that way. Luk 19:5 And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zacchaeus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house. Luk 19:6 And he made haste, and came down, and received him joyfully. Luk 19:7 And when they saw it, they all murmured, saying, That he was gone to be guest with a man that is a sinner. Luk 19:8 And Zacchaeus stood, and said unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold. Luk 19:9 And Jesus said unto him, This day is salvation come to this house, forsomuch as he also is a son of Abraham. Luk 19:10 For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.

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The command is direct: "Love not the world." The emphasis is not on distance but on desire. A man may be physically removed and still internally attached. Worldliness is not geography. It is affection. John is writing to believers. This is not instruction for the lost. It is correction for those who know truth but are in danger of divided love. Have you recently decided to follow Jesus? Take your next step with Jesus: https://cbcgb.co.uk ⛪ ABOUT CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCHES: We believe that our Calvary Baptist Churches are a movement for all people to know God, Reaching Others, Building Lives, Honouring God and Make a Difference. 🤝 Support this ministry and help us reach more people with the Gospel: https://cbcgb.co.uk/give/ STAY CONNECTED: 🌐 Website: https://cbcgb.co.uk/ 🌐 Website: https://bjstagner.com 👍 Facebook: / Calvary Baptist Church-Cynon Valley 👍 Facebook: / Cardiff-Calvary Baptist Church 📸 Instagram: / @cibc_cynonvalley 📸 Instagram: / @calvary_cardiff 🎥 YouTube: / @calvarybaptistchurchesofGB

The sermon challenges believers to overcome self-focus and selfishness by answering God's call to serve others in the last days. Using the biblical account of the tribes settling east of the Jordan, it warns that neglecting one's divine purpose leads to spiritual starvation and hidden sin. The preacher emphasizes that true fulfillment comes not from personal comfort but from engaging in the harvest field and extending forgiveness to others. It asserts that God eagerly embraces those who repent and empowers them with His authority to fight for the lost. Ultimately, the message urges the congregation to step out of their comfort zones and become an active army for Christ's glory.

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The speaker shares a personal testimony of transitioning from a life of rebellion and alcoholism to finding salvation through Jesus Christ. Drawing on the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15, he illustrates how God actively seeks out those who have wandered away in sin. He recounts his own spiritual awakening during a mission, where conviction led him to accept Christ despite fears of losing his relationship with his fiancée. The narrative highlights the transformative power of the gospel, which not only saved him but also led to his fiancée's conversion and his subsequent calling as an evangelist. The message concludes with an urgent invitation for listeners to respond to God's search for their souls.

The sermon contrasts the hopeless fate of the lost with the blessed hope available to believers through Jesus Christ. Drawing from Luke 16 and 1 Corinthians 15, it explains that upon death, a Christian's soul is escorted by angels to heaven while their body rests in the grave until the resurrection. The preacher emphasizes that death holds no sting for those in Christ because He has secured victory over sin and the grave. Additionally, the message outlines the future rapture and the eternal glory of the New Jerusalem, offering comfort and assurance to believers facing mortality. Ultimately, it urges listeners to find peace in these biblical promises rather than fear the end of life.

A. W. Tozer famously said that what we think when we think of God is the most important thing about us. Yet what do we think? All too often we get pulled into a way of thinking of God that has more to do with our tradition and less to do with what the Word says. Join us as we look at a scene in Jesus' triumphal entry where instead of celebrating, He cries. Join us as we look at the heart of God.

The sermon expounds on Matthew chapter 10, detailing Jesus' commissioning of the twelve disciples to preach the gospel and exercise divine authority over demons and sickness. It emphasizes that this power is a gift from God, not earned through human effort, and instructs the disciples to rely on hospitality rather than material provisions while spreading the message. The speaker contrasts visible, verifiable miracles with modern skepticism, arguing that scientific reproducibility parallels the tangible proof Jesus provided. A significant portion addresses the serious consequences of rejecting the gospel, warning that such rejection carries greater judgment than the sins of Sodom and Gomorrah. Ultimately, the message calls listeners to support missionaries and actively participate in the harvest by sharing the truth with those who are lost.