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And it shall come to pass in that day, that the great trumpet shall be blown, and they shall come which were ready to perish in the land of Assyria, and the outcasts in the land of Egypt, and shall worship the LORD in the holy mount at Jerusalem. (Isaiah 27:13) ~~~~ This sermon was preached at Oakington Baptist Chapel on a Wednesday evening. ~~~~ *1/ The Gospel Trumpet and the Authority to blow it. 2/ Those who shall hear it and it become effectual to - which were ready to perish and the outcasts. 3/ The effect upon them - And they shall come, And shall worship the LORD.* **Sermon summary:** The sermon explores the theological significance of the 'gospel trumpet' as depicted in Isaiah 27:13, emphasising that the proclamation of the Gospel carries divine authority rather than merely human effort. It draws parallels between Old Testament trumpet uses, such as the Jubilee and war calls, and the New Testament preaching of Christ's finished work, arguing that this message is effectual because it is sent by God. The text identifies the intended audience as those who are 'ready to perish' and 'outcasts,' highlighting that the Gospel is good news specifically for sinners who recognise their helplessness and need for mercy. Finally, the sermon outlines the dual effect of this proclamation: the conversion of the hearer, who comes to Christ, and the subsequent worship of the Lord in the holy mount, urging believers to recognise the power and authority inherent in the preached Word.

"Take Possession Today!" Sharpening Our Faith, Treasuring His Word, and Walking in the Promises of God Primary Scriptures: Psalm 4:1–5; Deuteronomy 9:1–6; Deuteronomy 10:12–13; Proverbs 2:1–6 Message Summary The central message is that faith takes ownership today of what God has promised, even before we see its fulfillment. God calls His people to live by trusting His Word rather than depending upon their own abilities, circumstances, or the opinions of others. Just as a dull ax requires unnecessary labor, a believer who neglects time in God's presence will struggle to remain spiritually sharp. Through prayer, meditation, and treasuring His Word, God sharpens our faith and prepares us for greater usefulness. We cannot live a fruitful life merely borrowing what someone else believes about God. His truth must move beyond our minds and take root in our hearts, transforming how we live. In Deuteronomy 9, Moses prepares Israel to possess the Promised Land. Although the nations were greater, their cities stronger, and their warriors more intimidating, God was greater than everything standing in their way. The previous generation had focused upon the giants rather than God's promises, resulting in forty years of wilderness wandering. Joshua and Caleb, however, trusted what God had said rather than allowing what they saw to determine what they believed. Moses encouraged the new generation to embrace God's promise before physically entering the land. This illustrates a powerful principle: Faith takes possession of God's promise today while trusting Him with the timing and manner of its fulfillment. Abraham and Caleb demonstrate that genuine faith rests upon the faithfulness

The sermon explores the balance between unwavering spiritual conviction and interpersonal grace, using Daniel's refusal to defile himself in Babylon as the central example. It highlights how God grants favor to believers, enabling them to navigate hostile environments with composure and respect, even when facing potential consequences. The text emphasizes that true spiritual maturity is revealed not in times of success, but in how one responds when their convictions are challenged or when they do not get their own way. By proposing a practical ten-day test, Daniel demonstrates that faith requires both a settled heart and a prepared alternative, trusting that God's provision is sufficient. The message encourages believers to maintain a warm, radiant witness that reflects God's grace, rather than allowing strong beliefs to become harsh or unyielding in conduct.

Satan has gone after the children of God's people since Pharaoh and Herod. They will always be one of his main targets. What should Christian parents do? How should they prepare their kids for this battle? How can they keep from over-protecting? Kevin is joined by Daniel Craig to talk about the war on the next generation, and what parents should do about it… - Why the devil targets the seed of the woman, from Genesis 3:15 to Revelation 12 - Why Jesus' warning in Matthew 18 makes protecting children a parent's first priority - The difference between protecting to prepare and over-protecting out of fear, control, or pride - Why hating evil can't be the motive, and what the church in Ephesus lost - How Kevin's parents sheltered him in the 1970s without raising him in fear - Taking your kids to the front lines side by side, from abortion clinics to street evangelism - Why a steady, trusting parent beats a fearful, intense one Got a topic you want us to cover? Email us at [email protected] Subscribe for more God-centered family discipleship from Generations. #Generations #KevinSwanson #ChristianParenting #FamilyDiscipleship #Homeschooling #SpiritualWarfare

Dr. Bill Jones records this episode during a Tuesday evening food pickup in New York City with a mission team from Tri-Lakes Baptist Church in Michigan, longtime supporters of Manor Community Church. The team has spent the week doing service projects, speaking in the chapels, preparing for a beneficial food distribution, and conducting public outreach in the subways next to Moynihan Station, where they set up a prayer station and an easel with questions and riddles that stop foot traffic. A man on his way to a job interview asked the team to pray for him and later returned to tell them he had received the job. The speaker reflects on the city's need and on the joy of teaching Scripture, including a lecture from the Gospel of John on the tabernacle as a picture of Christ. He invites listeners who have never been to New York to speak with their pastor about taking a mission trip to share the gospel with people from many backgrounds and religious influences.