Praise Tabernacle Podcast

Restore Us, O Lord  Love Returned Series  Lamentations 5 Often, it takes reaching the depths of exhaustion and despair before we muster the resolve to change. Once we've tasted the richness of God's grace and strayed from its embrace, the stark contrast of a life steeped in sin becomes painfully evident. We find ourselves akin to forsaken wanderers (verse 3), cast onto the unforgiving streets, vul...

YET, STILL, I DARE TO HOPE Love Returned Series Lamentations 3   As we delve into Lamentations 3 and confront the harsh reality of our existence, we realize that despite being children of God and bearing the kingdom of heaven within us, we remain entrenched in a world marred by sin and suffering.    Our anguish may stem from our transgressions or the wrongdoing of others. Jeremiah, the prophet, bo...

4/14/24 It's Never Too Late! Pastor Steve Rahter Lamentations 2 Anger, Justice, Judgment, Mercy

In the tumultuous voyage of life, we inevitably encounter storms that shake the very foundations of our being. Amidst the struggles, our souls are tested, and our faith is challenged. How do we maintain our love and devotion to the Lord in the throes of despair? The Book of Lamentations serves as a beacon of light in the darkness, offering profound insights into the human experience of suffering a...

NO GREATER LOVE  pt. 2 (Resurrection Sunday) The Resurrection - Triumph over Death Continuing our exploration in "Love Returned," we turn our attention to the transformative power of Christ's resurrection, as echoed in John 15:13: "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." Defying Death: In the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we witness the ultimate triumph over d...

3/24/24 Youth Sunday Love and the Heart Loving God & Others 1 John 4 & 5 Minister Joel Eugene

LOVING OTHERS LOVE RETURNED SERIES 1 Peter 4, 1 John 3   Loving God inherently involves loving others. It's not enough to claim devotion to God while harboring hatred for our fellow humans. As 1 John 4:20 asserts, if we fail to love those we can see, how can we claim to love God, whom we cannot see?   1 Peter 4 offers guidance for navigating adversity, with verse 8 as a poignant reminder: "Above a...

 Hometown Memories Rahter Song of Solomon 8:5-14

"Embraced by Love:  Insights from Song of Solomon 7-8:4."   Solomon's profound love for his bride illustrates God's love for us. Just as Solomon cherishes every aspect of his beloved, God delights in every detail of our being. His love is not based on our performance or achievements but flows freely, embracing us.   Even when we struggle with self-doubt or insecurity, God's love remains constant a...

Echoes of Love Rekindles the Heart Song of Solomon 6 Dave Roberts

The Garden of Love Song of Solomon 5 Verse: Song of Solomon 5:1 (NIV) "I have come into my garden, my sister, my bride; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice. I have eaten my honeycomb and my honey; I have drunk my wine and my milk." In the sacred garden of our hearts, God desires to dwell. Just as the Lover in Song of Solomon joyfully enters the garden of his beloved, God longs to enter the gard...

Pastor Steve and Laurie Rahter Song of Solomon 4 "A Blessed Example" Themes - Devotion, faithfulness, encouragement, example

2/4/24 The Divine Game of Seek: Navigating Seasons of Withdrawal and Renewed Devotion Joshua Kennedy Song of Solomon 3:1-11  In the intricate dance of divine devotion, our connection with the Lord mirrors the essence of a profound game – a celestial hide-and-go-seek. In the sacred echoes of Song of Solomon 3:1-11, we discover seasons when the Almighty purposefully withdraws, not to abandon us but...

1/28/24 Dear Solomon Song of Solomon 2:8-17 Pastor Steve Rahter Key topics - Longing, Intimacy, Obstacles

Do you recall the exhilaration of falling headlong into the enchanting embrace of love, that sacred moment when intimacy became an indelible part of your story? "Awakened Love," as depicted in the Song of Solomon, transcends the ordinary, revealing a divine tapestry woven with threads of passion and spiritual connection. These verses explore the profound parallels between human love and the intima...

1/14/23 A Model of Love Pastor Steve & Laurie Rahter Song of Solomon 1:1-14 Love Returned Series Song of Solomon 1:1-14 Song of Solomon 1:1-14 Song of Solomon 1:1-14

1/7/23 Love Returned Pastor Joshua Kennedy and Deone Braithwaite

From Glory to Glory 12/31/23 Joel Eugine 2 CORINTHIANS 3:18

THE GIFT OF THE SPIRIT  BE STRONG SERIES Ephesians 6:17 Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. I am a big football fan. My favorite teams have a strong defense, yet if their offense is not good, they usually do not...

Embracing the Shield of Faith: Triumph over Every  Fiery Attack of the Evil One Eph. 6:16 Minister David Roberts

Sunday December 10th   Guard Your Heart   Ephesians 6:14   Pastor Steve Rahter   Key words: Truth, Righteousness, Armor

Dave Roberts Date: November 26, 2023 Standing in the full armor Eph 6:13 

Walking in the Shoes of Peace BE STRONG Series Ephesians 6:15     Ephesians 6:15 (NLT): For shoes, put on the peace from the Good News to be fully prepared.   In a world searching for peace, where nations yearn for safety and families ache for security, the call to put on the shoes of peace echoes through the ages. The current landscape, marred by conflicts in places like Ukraine, Israel, and Pale...

ARE YOU BEATING THE AIR? Be Strong Series Ephesians 6:12   Do you ever feel you are battling problems beyond what is visible? Well, according to Ephesians 6:12, you are!   Ephesians 6:12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.   Ou...