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This sermon examines Revelation 14:14-20, presenting the imagery of two distinct final harvests that signify the end of the age. The preacher identifies the first harvest as the gathering of the godly, represented by wheat, which Christ personally reaps to bring His people into the heavenly storehouse. In contrast, the second harvest depicts the gathering of the ungodly, represented by grapes, which is executed by angels on behalf of God's justice and results in the wrath of God. The message emphasizes that Christ, as the Lord of the Harvest, holds ultimate authority over both events, serving as the only means of escape from judgment through His atoning work. The tone is urgent and pastoral, calling listeners to examine their spiritual state and trust in Christ before the final reaping occurs.

Wrath breaks into history to warn men against sin, as part of the Lord saving His remnant.

Before the 7th seal opens there is a divine pause with another heavenly perspective, God wants people to know about Him during this time. Things only get worse for those who have rejected Jesus. Is there anything good that is going to come out of this wrath? Yes, we can still see God's mercy and grace is still saving the lost.

Lucifer was blessed of God and loved by God. This beautiful, powerful and wise angel was incredibly privileged. However, he was not content. Despite all that he had, he wanted more. It cost him everything that he had. What a warning to all who read his story. "Godliness with contentment is great gain." Are you thankful and humbled by what God has given to you? Or, would you waste all of God's goodness to have that which is not going to satisfy? (Ezekiel 28)

Bible Questions and Answers: Common Grace and Elders - What is Common Grace (Matthew 5:44–45)? -- What is grace? Grace is the favor of God which empowers His Creatures to find joy in living in His world. -- What is the background to grace? The fall of mankind into sin which deserves immediate separation from God forever. -- How can God give grace to sinners? Common grace flows indirectly from Christ's death as He endured God's wrath so that it may be delayed for the unbeliever to have life. -- What are the expressions of God's common grace? Common grace is found in daily life, provision of food and clothing, enjoyment of the beautiful world, intellectual abilities, and restraint of sin. -- Conclusion: God loves the world (John 3:16), giving undeserving sinners abundant grace because He is good. As believers, we should be thankful. - Does the Bible require a plurality of elders (1 Timothy 5:17)? -- What is a "plurality of elders"? -- What is the difference between "elder rule" and "elder led"? -- What is the perceived benefit of a plurality of elders? -- Conclusion: What is like God is godly.

The sermon centers on the command to be perfect as God is perfect, clarifying that this standard is attainable through the empowering work of the Holy Spirit rather than human effort alone. It distinguishes between devotional application and doctrinal truth, warning against misapplying passages like the Sermon on the Mount or the Book of Acts to personal salvation. The message confronts the popular notion that God loves everyone in a way that guarantees salvation, asserting instead that the wrath of God abides on those who do not accept Christ, while God's love is demonstrated by sending a Savior for all. The preacher emphasizes that true perfection involves loving enemies and living a Spirit-filled life, reflecting God's character through the believer's conformity to the image of His Son. Ultimately, the call is to recognize one's lost state, accept Jesus as the only way to heaven, and allow the Holy Spirit to perfect faith, patience, and attitude in daily life.

The sermon explores the three distinct aspects of temptation found in the New Testament and affirms God's ability to deliver believers from each. It begins by addressing the solicitation to sin, emphasizing the necessity of walking in the Holy Spirit, memorizing Scripture, and using the shield of faith to resist the devil's attacks. The message then shifts to the testing of faith through life's trials, arguing that such difficulties are divinely permitted to produce patience and spiritual maturity. Finally, it discusses the future hour of judgment, asserting that God will deliver the church from the wrath to come, as illustrated by the deliverance of Lot and the three Hebrew boys. The overall tone is pastoral and encouraging, urging believers to trust in God's sovereign power to protect and perfect them in all circumstances.