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Dan 3:21 Then these men were bound in their coats, their hosen, and their hats, and their other garments, and were cast into the midst of the burning fiery furnace. Dan 3:22 Therefore because the king's commandment was urgent, and the furnace exceeding hot, the flame of the fire slew those men that took up Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Dan 3:23 And these three men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, fell down bound into the midst of the burning fiery furnace. Dan 3:24 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was astonied, and rose up in haste, and spake, and said unto his counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. Dan 3:25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of the fire, and they have no hurt; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of God. Dan 3:26 Then Nebuchadnezzar came near to the mouth of the burning fiery furnace, and spake, and said, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, ye servants of the most high God, come forth, and come hither. Then Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, came forth of the midst of the fire.

1. The command of happy courage 2. The promise of happy courage

In this passage we see Christ commanding our duty to one another in forgiving as the Father has forgiven us. OT: Exodus 34:6-7 NT: Matthew 18:21-22 Psalm 103

1. The command to love 2. The reason to love

This sermon explores the narrative of Jesus walking on water and Peter's attempt to follow, emphasizing that the central purpose of the event is not merely the miracle itself but the revelation of Jesus' identity as the Son of God. The speaker highlights how the disciples' fear during the storm contrasts with Jesus' authority and comfort, illustrating that crises often test faith rather than result from disobedience. Peter's experience serves as a model for believers who may feel overwhelmed by life's circumstances, showing that looking away from Jesus leads to sinking, while crying out for help results in immediate rescue. The passage concludes with the disciples' worship, which the speaker identifies as the true climax, affirming that Jesus is worthy of adoration regardless of one's current situation. The message calls the audience to trust in Jesus' sovereignty and to prioritize their relationship with Him above all else, recognizing that their hope rests in His power to sustain and save them. Outline: 1) Our Circumstances Can Create a Crisis 2) Our Circumstances Can Bring a Command 3) Our Circumstances Can Lead to a Confession

This sermon examines Hebrews 12:14-17, emphasizing the imperative for believers to actively pursue peace and holiness within the local church context. The text argues that peace requires diligent effort to overcome indwelling sin and that holiness is an inward devotion to God rather than mere external religious observance. The preacher warns against the 'root of bitterness' and the sin of apostasy, using the tragic example of Esau to illustrate the finality of rejecting God's grace. The message calls the congregation to watch over one another with diligence, ensuring that no member fails in their faith, while maintaining a spirit of love that covers minor offenses. Ultimately, the sermon presents these commands as essential for running the Christian race with endurance and securing the hope of seeing the Lord.