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Timeless Truths for the Thirsty Soul

Timeless Truths for the Thirsty Soul

How do you see Jesus? The unbeliever sees Him as just a "man", like looking at a plain old tent. Believers see Him as the Son of God as we taste His glory now and look forward to being IN His glory forevermore! Also Reference: Hebrews 2:9 https://bbfohio.com

This sermon explores the person and work of the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that He is the third person of the Trinity who dwells within every believer at the moment of salvation. The teaching highlights the theological shift from the Old Testament, where the Spirit came upon individuals temporarily, to the New Testament reality of permanent indwelling, making believers the temple of God. Key functions of the Spirit are outlined, including sealing the believer for eternal security, convicting the world and the church of sin to drive them toward repentance, and empowering believers to witness boldly. The message encourages a daily dependence on the Spirit for filling, resulting in the manifestation of spiritual fruit such as love, joy, and peace. Ultimately, the sermon presents the Holy Spirit as the agent who unites the church, transforms the believer's character, and guarantees the completion of God's redemptive work. Questions: Who is the Holy Spirit, and is He God? [x] Does every Christian receive the Holy Spirit when they are saved? [x] How can I know if the Holy Spirit lives inside me? [x] What is the difference between the body, soul, and spirit? [x] What does it mean that a Christian is the temple of the Holy Spirit? [x] Can a Christian lose their salvation if they sin? [x] What does it mean to be sealed by the Holy Spirit? [x] How does the Holy Spirit convict us of sin? [x] What is the difference between being indwelt by the Holy Spirit and being filled with the Holy Spirit? [x] How does the Holy Spirit give Christians power to witness? [x] What are the signs that the Holy Spirit is working in my life? [x] What is the fruit of the Spirit?

What Did the Tabernacle Furnishings Mean? (Hebrews 9:1-5) - Why did God give such detailed instructions for the Old Testament Tabernacle? Pastor Jason breaks down the meaning behind the lampstand, the bread of the Presence, the altar of incense, and the Ark of the Covenant. Learn how these specific regulations taught Israel about God's awesome holiness and how every furnishing ultimately points directly to Jesus Christ.

Explore the final days of the Feast of Tabernacles, focusing on Jesus' invitation to the THIRSTY to come and drink of the living water. This is interpreted through the lens of Ezekiel's vision of water flowing from the temple and Isaiah's promise of the Spirit, identifying Jesus as the source of spiritual life and the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies. The message contrasts the political maneuvering and spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, who reject Jesus despite their claim to know the law, with the genuine faith of the common people and the humble inquiry of Nicodemus. It emphasizes that true understanding and rest are gifts of sovereign grace, not achieved through human effort or religious status. The preacher urges listeners to recognize their spiritual thirst as evidence of God's work in their hearts and to find complete rest and freedom in Christ's finished work.

If Jesus Christ revealed the day of His return, would you change the way you live today? In I Thessalonians 4:1–18, the Apostle Paul calls believers to walk in a way that pleases God, grow in holiness, and obey His Word. The promise of Christ's return is not an invitation to guess dates—it is a reason to examine our priorities and live faithfully now. In this message, Pastor Ed Decker challenges Christians to consider a personal question: Does the certainty of Christ's return actually affect our daily decisions, commitments, and spiritual walk? The question isn't whether you know Christ is coming. It's whether you're living like you believe it. Scripture: I Thessalonians 4:1–18 Speaker: Pastor Ed Decker Church: Arnold Baptist Tabernacle