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This preacher admits that without clear Scripture commentary, he never would have associated the candlestick with Jesus... and that is why we must be very careful making such extra-biblical associations while freely receiving ALL such Biblical associations, especially About Jesus! Also Reference: Revelation 2:1, Matthew 18:20, Zechariah 4:11-14, Genesis 14:22, Matthew 5:15-16 https://bbfohio.com

Genesis 13:1-18 And Abram went up out of Egypt, he, and his wife, and all that he had, and Lot with him, into the south. 2 And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold. 3 And he went on his journeys from the south even to Bethel, unto the place where his tent had been at the beginning, between Bethel and Hai; 4 Unto the place of the altar, which he had made there at the first: and the...

This sermon explores the life of Joseph as a testament to God's sovereign plan working through difficult circumstances, emphasizing that character is built by focusing on God rather than one's background. It argues that while family and societal influences may be flawed or pagan, they do not dictate a believer's outcome if they remain faithful to the Lord. The message challenges listeners to remov...

That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ: (1 Peter 1:7) ~~~~ This sermon was preached at Zoar Chapel, The Dicker, on Lord's day afternoon. ~~~~ *1/ Your faith. 2/ The trial of your faith. 3/ Your faith at the appearing of Jesus Christ.* **Sermon...

I came to the book of Daniel prepared to preach Christ from the heroic prophetic feats of the title character. Surely he is the great type of Christ in his own book! And indeed, as we will see Daniel consistently acts as prophet and priest throughout his time in Babylon, with parallels to the Son of Man that are not to be taken lightly. But in chs. 2 & 4, much to my surprise, I have discovered tha...

This sermon explores the nature of the local church through three metaphors presented in 1 Corinthians 3: it is a field, a building, and a temple. The central message emphasizes that while ministers are servants who plant and water, it is God alone who gives the increase, thereby removing human pride from the work of evangelism. The preacher warns against building with 'wood, hay, and stubble' by...

Hag 2:1-9 ESV – In the seventh month, on the twenty-first day of the month, the word of the LORD came by the hand of Haggai the prophet: "Speak now to Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, governor of Judah, and to Joshua the son of Jehozadak, the high priest, and to all the remnant of the people, and say, 'Who is left among you who saw this house in its former glory? How do you see it now? Is it not a...

Deuteronomy 30:6 "And the LORD thy God will circumcise thine heart, and the heart of thy seed, to love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, that thou mayest live." King James Version (

We look at Solomon's statement that "the places are holy, whereunto the ark of the LORD hath come." We look at those places, observe the maps of those places and compare it to the Land Promise to Israel from the LORD. Also Reference: Exodus 35:21, Exodus 37:1-9, Numbers 10:11-13, Numbers 10:33, 2 Chronicles 35:1-4, Revelation 11:15-19 MUSIC: Close: "God Is The King"/"All Hail King Jesus" Acapella...

We see the "overlay with gold" in the making of the Tabernacle and we learn that this pictures the "Hypostatic Union" which simply speaks of the fact that Jesus was Man (wood) and God (gold). Also Reference: Matthew 5:17, Ephesians 2:14-18 https://bbfohio.com

1 Peter 1:7 "That the trial of your faith, being much more precious than of gold that perisheth, though it be tried with fire, might be found unto praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ:" King James Version

Christian ID "The Household of God" Ephesians 2:17-22 One Family (vv. 17-19) 1 Pet. 3:18 For Christ also suffered once for sins, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive in the spirit. Col. 1:20c-22 20 ..... making peace by the blood of his cross.... 21 And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, 22...

I came to the book of Daniel prepared to preach Christ from the heroic prophetic feats of the title character. Surely he is the great type of Christ in his own book! And indeed, as we will see Daniel consistently acts as prophet and priest throughout his time in Babylon, with parallels to the Son of Man that are not to be taken lightly. But in chs. 2 & 4, much to my surprise, I have discovered tha...

Sermon | 1 Peter 1:3-9 | Sunday Evening Service, October 04 2026. Guest Preacher: Warren Connoway This sermon explores the paradox of Christian joy amidst suffering, arguing that believers do not need to wait for trials to end to experience God's presence. The central message rests on the theological foundation of a living hope secured by God's mercy and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which gua...

This sermon examines the root causes of discontentment, identifying covetousness and the 'if only' mentality as primary enemies of a contented life. It distinguishes between fleeting happiness, which depends on circumstances, and supernatural joy, which is a fruit of the Spirit grounded in faith. The message encourages believers to examine their hearts for inordinate desires and to shift their foc...

Are you searching for something deeper than religion, success, approval, or the temporary things this world offers? Peter calls Christians to prepare their minds, remain sober-minded, set their hope fully on Christ, turn away from the passions of their former lives, and pursue holiness in every area of life. But our obedience does not begin with our own strength. It begins with remembering what Ch...

This sermon explores the theological foundation for rejoicing in suffering by examining 1 Peter 4:12-19, framing affliction as a sovereign act of God designed to test and purify faith. The message identifies five anchors for the soul, emphasizing that persecution is not an anomaly but a normal consequence of living as distinct exiles in a pagan world. It highlights the believer's union with Christ...

This sermon explores the believer's response to suffering by examining 1 Peter 1:6-9, emphasizing that trials are temporary and serve to refine faith rather than destroy it. The message highlights the coexistence of genuine sorrow and great rejoicing, urging believers to cast their cares upon God who knows their specific struggles. It reinterprets the concept of contentment through Philippians 4,...

From 2 Samuel 9, the speaker shares his testimony of a difficult childhood leading to salvation at age 19, then illustrates King David's kindness to Mephibosheth, the crippled son of Jonathan living in poverty. Just as the king brought him from the streets to eat at his table, God invites the broken to His palace of grace. Listeners find mercy, great promises of eternal life with streets of gold,...

2026-08-27 PM All that Glitters is Not Gold