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How should the people of God respond when they see the wickedness of the world around them? In Genesis 18:16–33, God reveals His coming judgment upon Sodom and Gomorrah, and Abraham draws near to intercede. His prayer rests upon the righteous character of God: "Shall not the Judge of all the earth do what is just?" Through Abraham's conversation with the Lord, we see the justice, patience, and mer...

This sermon introduces a new series titled Rock Solid, focusing on the opening verses of 1 Peter to encourage believers facing hardship and persecution. The message emphasizes that Christian identity is defined by salvation rather than circumstances, reminding the audience that they are elect, sanctified, and kept by God's power. It highlights the concept of a living hope rooted in the resurrectio...

This message will help us keep our eyes focused on Christ as we run our race as Christians down here on earth!

In this 2 Timothy 4:1-5 sermon, Pastor Richard Caldwell examines A Mindset For Faithful Ministry when sound doctrine is rejected. Believers often romanticize Christian faithfulness, forgetting that standing for biblical truth in an unfaithful age brings real hardship. Looking at Paul's final charge in 2 Timothy 4, Pastor Richard Caldwell warns that seasons of spiritual rejection will inevitably co...

In this parable Jesus sets before us a solemn parable of covenant privilege abused, prophetic witness rejected, and the Son Himself cast out and killed. Here we see the holy patience of God, the deep corruption of man, and the sure judgment that falls on those who refuse the heir. Yet even in this warning, Christ calls us to repent, believe, and bear the fruit that belongs to those truly in His ki...

This Week on "The Friends of Israel Today" Radio: What are you waiting for? Jesus' disciples were waiting for Him to set up His kingdom, and He gave them brilliant pictures of His coming rule in the form of parables. Dan Price discusses his latest "Israel My Glory" magazine article, "Waiting for the King," concerning these parables found in Matthew 24-25. He shares how Jesus emphasized waiting wit...

The sermon explores the narrative of Moses in Exodus 24, highlighting the tension between delayed obedience and the necessity of being fully present before God. It argues that physical proximity to the divine, such as climbing the mountain, is insufficient if the mind remains distracted by worldly concerns or the approval of others. The text emphasizes God's patience in re-inviting Moses to intima...

This sermon examines the theme of hypocrisy in Romans 2, challenging the self-righteous mindset that judges others while harboring similar sins. By contrasting the Pharisee and the tax collector in Luke 18, the message illustrates that God's judgment is based on objective truth rather than outward religious appearances or moral superiority. The text emphasizes that God's patience and kindness are...

This sermon examines the second round of dialogue between Job and his comforters, specifically focusing on Eliphaz's accusation in Job 15 and Job's response in Job 16. The central argument posits that Job's intense lamentations and protests are not acts of rebellion against God, but rather righteous responses to the friends' misrepresentation of God as a vengeful punisher. The text highlights the...

**This may be the most important message we've preached at Harvest.** As we celebrated our third anniversary, we shared the biblical convictions behind our approach to family ministry—and our desire to see the next generation know Christ, love His church, and set their hope in God. **I'm asking everyone connected to Harvest to give this message a listen.** Whether you're a parent, grandparent, sin...

We must engage opponents of the gospel with gentleness, patience, humility, and hope.

1: God Shows His Character (Nahum 1: 1-3) 2: God is Slow to Anger (Nahum 1:3) 3: Creation Trembles Before God (Nahum 1: 3-6) 4: The Great Contrast (Nahum 1:7) 5: Oppression Will End (Nahum 1: 8-15) 6: Good News Appears on the Mountains (Nahum 1:15) 7: Nineveh's Fall is Described (Nahum 2) 8: The Lion's Den is Destroyed (Nahum 2: 11-13) 9: Why is Nineveh Being Judged? (Nahum 3) 10: God Cares How Po...

This sermon explores the book of Habakkuk as a profound inquiry into the nature of divine justice amidst widespread societal corruption and personal suffering. The central message addresses the tension between God's slow to anger and His inevitable judgment, using the rise of the Babylonians as a historical example of God using wicked nations to enact justice on Judah. The preacher emphasizes that...

God does all things in His time frame, not ours. God always answers prayers, but sometimes we are just so impatient that we tend to lose our patience and sometimes our faith dwindles as well. Me must learn to be patient and know that God always has His reasons, which are always better than ours.

This sermon examines the theophany/Christophany of the burning bush in Exodus 3, emphasizing the profound holiness and weightiness of God's presence as revealed to Moses. The pastor argues that believers must approach God with deep reverence and awe, countering a casual attitude toward worship and prayer by recognizing God as the Almighty Creator rather than a casual companion. The text highlights...

This sermon explores the life of Joseph to illustrate that God's providence is sovereign and that all times are known to the Almighty. It argues that believers often mistake temporary comforts, symbolized by Joseph's sons Manasseh and Ephraim, for God's ultimate purpose, leading to spiritual stagnation. The message encourages the audience to recognize that these reliefs are not the expected end bu...

James 5:7-11 7 Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain. 8 Be ye also patient; stablish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord draweth nigh. 9 Grudge not one against another, brethren, lest ye be condemned: behold, the judge standeth bef...

This sermon explores the theological significance of God's oath to Abraham as a demonstration of His gracious condescension and unchangeable character. It argues that while God's word is inherently trustworthy, He swears an oath to provide deeper assurance to weak human hearts, encouraging believers to hold fast to their hope. The text highlights the necessity of patience and faith in waiting for...

This sermon on Romans 9:22 explores God's sovereign telos—His purpose in fashioning vessels of wrath prepared for destruction—to display His wrath against sin, His power in judgment, and His great patience. Drawing on examples such as Pharaoh, the flood, and Sodom, the preacher shows how God endures the wicked for His glory while upholding both divine sovereignty and human responsibility, calling...

Last week we thought about the importance of being right with God. Yesterday morning, from Ephesians 4, we turned our attention to being right with each other. We considered the importance of unity within the body of Christ — loving one another, bearing with one another, forgiving one another, and guarding the unity that the Lord has given us. We also spoke to those who have been genuinely hurt by...