Theme: Continue fearing the Lord, knowing the joys of the blessed life are yours in Christ. 1. Fruitful Work (1-2) 2. Fruitful Family (3-4) 3. Fruitful Church (5-6)

The sermon explores the character of God through the book of Nahum, emphasizing that He knows every individual's identity and purpose while demonstrating patience, power, and protection. The speaker shares personal anecdotes about missionary work in Albania to illustrate the urgency of evangelism and the need for believers to remain focused amidst spiritual opposition. Key themes include resisting the distractions of the world, fighting the good fight of faith, and finishing one's Christian journey with integrity. The message encourages the audience to trust in God's promises during times of trouble and to actively participate in global missions. Ultimately, it calls for a steadfast commitment to Christ, urging listeners to stay focused on Jesus and complete their spiritual race faithfully.

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"The Christian's Workorder" Matthew 21:28-32

Lord's Day 21

August 23 - In just 15-20 minutes a day, you can listen to the entire Bible read through in a year, and/or watch the Bible verses on the screen. Each day, you will hear some of the New Testament, some of the Old Testament, and some of Psalms or Proverbs. You will read through Psalms and Proverbs twice in the year. Today's reading is Isaiah 47-49; 1 Corinthians 4; and Psalm 53. You can get through the entire Bible in a year listening to it on the way to and from work each day. The elderly with bad eyesight can now see the Bible verses in large print right on the screen. Little children, just learning how to read, can now read along by seeing and hearing each word pronounced. Imagine little children accomplishing something that many adults never do even once in their lifetimes--reading through the entire Bible. Get a free printed copy of the Bible Reading Schedule at LibertyGospelTracts.com. The Books are read in chronological order, which really helps you to understand the order that things happened. We offer free certificates at the end of the year, for those who read through the entire Bible. Just write to us to request one. May God bless you as you read through all that God has written for us.

The devotional centers on the transformative power of God at work in the early church, as seen in Acts 11:21, where a large number turned to the Lord through the compelling testimony of believers. It highlights Barnabas as a model of godly character—dependable, Spirit-filled, and full of faith—qualities that enabled him to be a vessel of divine empowerment. The preacher emphasizes that these attributes are not reserved for a select few but are attainable through intentional pursuit, calling believers to examine their own lives for reliability, spiritual sensitivity, and genuine faith. By cultivating these virtues, individuals become channels through which God's power flows to others, replicating the same revival seen in Jerusalem. The tone is both pastoral and challenging, urging the audience to align their priorities with God's design for a life marked by integrity, dependence on the Spirit, and unwavering trust in divine promises.