Preach the Word Podcast

Dean Carmichael, Jr
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A podcast that is meant to encourage you and help you grow in your life with God.

  1. 5d ago

    Leviticus 6,7 "Keep the Fire Burning"

    Title: "Keep the Fire Burning" Text: Leviticus 6–7 Theme: Remain faithful and continue walking with God Leviticus 6–7 revisits the offerings already introduced in chapters 1–5, but now God gives instructions specifically to the priests. The emphasis shifts from bringing the sacrifice to maintaining the worship. The priests were responsible for handling the offerings properly, teaching God's people, and keeping the altar fire burning continually. The lesson is simple: worship is not occasional—it is ongoing. Introduction In our previous messages, we learned how sinners approach God through sacrifice, how worship shapes daily life, and how sin must be dealt with through atonement. Now God turns His attention to the priests. The sacrifices have been given, but who will tend the altar? Who will maintain the worship? Who will keep the fire burning? Leviticus 6–7 reminds us that holiness is not merely beginning a relationship with God—it is faithfully continuing in fellowship with Him. A. Continuance God desires continual worship, not occasional worship. "The fire shall ever be burning upon the altar; it shall never go out." — Leviticus 6:13 Illustration: Keeping a Campfire Burning B. Commitment The priests were entrusted with daily responsibilities before God. "And the priest shall burn wood on it every morning..." — Leviticus 6:12 Illustration: Marriage C. Consistency Faithfulness is demonstrated through daily obedience. "This is the law of the burnt offering..." — Leviticus 6:9 Illustration: One of the greatest tools The altar fire was not maintained through occasional effort. Day after day the priests tended the altar and carried out God's instructions. In these chapters we learn that a life of holiness requires continual worship, faithful service, and guarded fellowship. I. Maintaining the Fire (6:8–13) The priests kept the altar fire burning continually. "The fire shall ever be burning upon the altar; it shall never go out." — Leviticus 6:13 Theme: Obedience The priests were responsible for the altar. God gave specific instructions: - Remove the ashes (6:10) - Change garments (6:10–11) - Add wood every morning (6:12) - Keep the fire burning continually (6:12–13) This wasn't exciting work. It was daily work. The fire represented continual worship. The sacrifices never stopped because the people's need never stopped. Application Just as the priests maintained the altar daily, believers must cultivate daily fellowship with God through prayer, Scripture, worship, and obedience. II. Ministering Faithfully (6:14–7:10) The priests faithfully carried out God's instructions regarding the offerings. “This is the law of the meat offering...” — Leviticus 6:14 “This is the law of the trespass offering...” — Leviticus 7:1 Theme: Faithfulness. These verses explain how the priests handled: - the meat offering (6:14–23) - the sin offering (6:24–30) - the trespass offering (7:1–10) Repeatedly God says: "This is the law of..." The priests were not free to improvise. The priests served God's way. Every offering had: - specific instructions - specific procedures - specific purposes The priests handled holy things. "It is most holy." — Leviticus 6:17 The phrase "most holy" appears repeatedly throughout these chapters. Application God's work is to be handled with reverence and faithfulness. Worship is not about doing what feels right but honoring God according to His Word. III. Meeting in Fellowship (Leviticus 7:11–38) The peace offering reminded Israel that God desired fellowship with His people. Through sacrifice and thanksgiving they could enjoy communion with Him. “And this is the law of the sacrifice of peace offerings...” — Leviticus 7:11 “He shall offer with the sacrifice of thanksgiving...” — Leviticus 7:13 Theme: Fellowship The peace offering celebrated fellowship between God and His people. God instructed how fellowship was maintained. The sacrifice had to be: - offered properly - eaten properly - treated as holy Nothing was to be careless or casual. God warned against uncleanness. "The soul that eateth... having his uncleanness upon him, even that soul shall be cut off from his people." — Leviticus 7:20 Fellowship could be disrupted by uncleanness. Application Our relationship with God should never be treated casually. Fellowship is maintained when we walk in obedience, quickly deal with sin, and remain near to the Lord. Christ Connection The priests continually ministered because sacrifices continually needed to be offered. But Jesus became: - our perfect sacrifice - our great High Priest "But this man, because he continueth ever, hath an unchangeable priesthood." — Hebrews 7:24 The fire never went out because God's people continually needed access to Him. Today our access is found forever in Jesus Christ. Conclusion The way of holiness is not built on occasional spiritual experiences. It is built through continual worship, faithful service, and guarded fellowship with God. The priests were commanded to keep the fire burning on the altar, and believers today are called to maintain a vibrant walk with the Lord. Through Christ our sacrifice and our High Priest, we can continue steadfastly in worship and fellowship with God. "The fire shall ever be burning upon the altar; it shall never go out." — Leviticus 6:13     A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

    30 min

  2. May 30

    Leviticus 4,5 "The Ugly Truth"

    eviticus 4 introduces the sin offering and Leviticus 5 introduces the trespass (guilt) offering. The emphasis shifts from: devotion worship fellowship to: guilt cleansing forgiveness restoration The lesson is simple: Sin is never ignored by God, minimized by God, or excused by God. It must be confessed, atoned for, and forsaken. In our last message, we learned that worship is the life we live before God every day—our devotion, our dependence, and our delight. But even those who love God still struggle with sin. Leviticus 4–5 reminds us that fellowship with God can be hindered when sin enters our lives. God does not ignore sin, excuse sin, or overlook sin. Because He is holy, sin must be dealt with. These chapters teach us that guilt is real, sin is serious, and forgiveness is only possible through the sacrifice God provides. Introduction A. Reality Sin is not merely a mistake or weakness—it is a reality in every human life. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” — Romans 3:23 B. Responsibility God holds people accountable for their sin, whether intentional or unintentional. “If a soul shall sin through ignorance...” — Leviticus 4:2 C. Restoration God provides a way for sin to be forgiven and fellowship to be restored. “...and it shall be forgiven him.” — Leviticus 4:20 Because God is holy and man is sinful, guilt cannot simply be ignored. Leviticus 4–5 teaches us that sin must be recognized, confessed, and atoned for. We see this through conviction, confession, and cleansing. Outline I. Conviction (Leviticus 4) Sin must first be recognized before it can be forgiven. Sin Is Specific “If a soul shall sin through ignorance...” — Leviticus 4:2 God names specific sins and specific offenders: - priest - congregation - ruler - common person No one is exempt from accountability. Sin Brings Guilt “...he is guilty.” — Leviticus 4:13 Guilt is not merely a feeling. It is a condition before God. Sin Requires a Substitute “And he shall lay his hand upon the bullock's head...” — Leviticus 4:4 Again we see substitution. The innocent dies for the guilty. Christ Connection “For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin...” — 2 Corinthians 5:21 II. Confession (Leviticus 5:1–6) Once guilt is recognized, it must be acknowledged before God. Honest Admission “When he shall be guilty in one of these things, that he shall confess...” — Leviticus 5:5 God's answer is not denial. God's answer is confession. Personal Responsibility The offender could not blame: - circumstances - upbringing - others The sin had to be owned. “I acknowledged my sin unto thee...” — Psalm 32:5 Genuine Repentance Confession involves agreement with God about our sin. “If we confess our sins...” — 1 John 1:9 III. Cleansing (Leviticus 5:6–19) God not only exposes sin; He provides forgiveness. Atonement Is Provided “And the priest shall make an atonement for him...” — Leviticus 5:10 Forgiveness comes through God's provision.Restitution Is Required The trespass offering teaches that sin often affects others. “Then he shall make amends...” — Leviticus 5:16 True repentance seeks restoration where possible. Forgiveness Is Promised Repeated throughout these chapters: “...and it shall be forgiven him.” — Leviticus 4:20, 26, 31, 35; 5:10 God delights in forgiving those who come His way. Christ Connection Jesus became: - our sin offering - our trespass offering “Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree...” — 1 Peter 2:24 Conclusion Leviticus 4–5 reminds us that sin is never vague, harmless, or insignificant. It brings guilt, damages fellowship, and separates people from God. Yet God, in His mercy, provided a sacrifice so sinners could be forgiven and restored. Today we look not to the blood of bulls and goats, but to Jesus Christ, the perfect sacrifice for sin. When conviction leads to confession, God provides cleansing. That is the way of holiness.   A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

    29 min

  3. May 23

    Leviticus 2,3 "A Life Given in Worship"

    A Life Given in Worship Text: Leviticus 2–3 Introduction: Leviticus opens up with the three Savor offerings: Burnt Offering: Chapter 1; Meal Offering: Chapter 2; Peace Offering: Chapter 3 A wonderful application we get from this study, is that  worship is something we should do every day. Our Worship should not only be constant, but a way of life. There are three words we will look at that have to do with a life given to worship: devotion, dependence, and delight. Worship is not just something we should do on Sundays, but a daily walk of fellowship with God. The theme for our study is "The Way of Holiness". Living a Holy life before God includes a life of Worship. In our last message, we saw that the way of holiness begins with sacrifice. Leviticus 1 taught us that sinful people cannot approach a holy God without atonement, substitution, and surrender. But now in Leviticus 2–3, the focus begins to shift from sacrifice alone to a life of worship and fellowship with God. The Lord did not redeem Israel simply to spare them from judgment—He redeemed them so they could walk with Him daily. That is the heart behind “The Way of Holiness.” Holiness is not merely avoiding sin; it is living a life devoted unto God and enjoying communion with Him. The grain offering and peace offering remind us that worship is not just about death at the altar—it is about daily devotion, dependence upon God, and delight in His presence. By way of introduction: let's look at three things: A. Redemption God did not bring Israel out of Egypt just to free them from slavery — He brought them out so they could belong to Him. In the same way, salvation is not simply about escaping judgment; it is about being brought near to God and living for Him. Many people want rescue without relationship, but redemption changes who we belong to and how we live. “I am the LORD your God, which have brought you out of the land of Egypt...” — Leviticus 11:45 Our Redemption is the key to our lifestyle. We have been changed, redeemed. Given a new heart. This is not a brand, or a trend, this is a new life. (Lipstick on a pig) B. Relationship God desired more than outward obedience from His people — He desired fellowship with them. The tabernacle was a reminder that God wanted to dwell among His people daily. Christianity is not merely a system of rules or church attendance; it is walking with God, talking with Him, depending upon Him, and enjoying His presence in everyday life. “And let them make me a sanctuary; that I may dwell among them.” — Exodus 25:8 God does not want us to compartmentalize. He wants us to live for Him. (Organic Safety illustration) C. Reverence Because God is holy, our lives should reflect reverence, worship, and obedience. Holiness is not perfection, but it is living with an awareness that we belong to God. The way we speak, think, treat others, work, worship, and live should all be shaped by the reality of His presence in our lives. “Ye shall be holy: for I the LORD your God am holy.” — Leviticus 19:2 Reverence is different that Reference.  Reverence for God is more than simply acknowledging that He exists. A reverent life recognizes Him as Lord, seeks to obey His Word, repents when sin is revealed, fears Him, and delights in His presence. Many people reference God with their lips, but reverence is demonstrated by a life that is surrendered to Him and shaped by His will. Transition Because Israel had been redeemed into relationship with a holy God, their lives were now to be marked by reverence and worship. In Leviticus 2–3, we see a life given in worship through dedication, dependence, and delight in God. I. Dedication (Leviticus 2) The grain offering pictures a life devoted and yielded to God in everyday worship. The offering was made from fine flour, showing purity and consistency in daily life. “...his offering shall be of fine flour...” — Leviticus 2:1 The grain offering points us to the person of Jesus Christ. J. Vernon McGee said, “God's goal for man is fulfilled in Jesus.” Every person who has ever lived has failed to perfectly obey God. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” — Romans 3:23 But Jesus never failed. His life was perfectly pure, perfectly balanced, and perfectly pleasing unto the Father. “This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” — Matthew 3:17 The worshiper brought the fruit of his labor unto the Lord in devotion and gratitude. “And when any will offer a meat offering unto the LORD...” — Leviticus 2:1 The grain offering reminds us that Christ was completely consecrated to the Father's will. “For I came down from heaven, not to do mine own will, but the will of him that sent me.” — John 6:38 Because Christ gave Himself fully to the Father, believers are called to present themselves unto God as well. “Present your bodies a living sacrifice...” — Romans 12:1 The offering was called “a sweet savour unto the LORD,” showing that sincere worship pleases God. “...an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.” — Leviticus 2:2 Jesus lived a life that pleased God perfectly, and through Him our worship is accepted before the Father. “...he hath made us accepted in the beloved.” — Ephesians 1:6 Just as we need Grace to be Saved, we need Grace for daily living.  Phil 4:13 (what it means) We can live a life that pleases God and stay I Fellowship because of and through Jesus. This is a key part of our Worship to God. To have a life given to Worship, we must live a consecrated and devoted life to the Father with Jesus as our example. (Being filled with the Holy Spirit) II. Dependence (Leviticus 2) The oil, salt, and offering itself remind the worshiper that everything comes from God and must be offered back to Him. The oil pictures God's enabling power and the need for His presence in worship. “...and he shall pour oil upon it...” — Leviticus 2:1 Even Jesus ministered in dependence upon the Spirit. “God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power...” — Acts 10:38 The salt reminds Israel of God's covenant faithfulness and enduring relationship with His people. “...with all thine offerings thou shalt offer salt.” — Leviticus 2:13 God is faithful to every promise He makes. “Great is thy faithfulness.” — Lamentations 3:23 The absence of leaven teaches that worship must be sincere, holy, and separated from corruption. “No meat offering... shall be made with leaven...” — Leviticus 2:11 Leaven often pictures sin and corruption. “Purge out therefore the old leaven...” — 1 Corinthians 5:7 Honey was also kept out of(Natural sweetener)  The grain offering also passed through the fire. “And if thy oblation be a meat offering baken in the oven...” — Leviticus 2:4 Fire pictures testing and proving. Christ was tested in every way, yet remained without sin. “...yet without sin.” — Hebrews 4:15 The fire revealed His perfection; it did not destroy it. Through Christ; being filled with the Spirit. We have all we need to live a consecrated life. We must depend on God to continue in that. (Grace, forgiveness, example, power, etc. etc.) III. Delight (Leviticus 3) The peace offering celebrates fellowship, communion, and joy in the presence of God. The peace offering pictured restored fellowship between God and the worshiper. “And if his oblation be a sacrifice of peace offering...” — Leviticus 3:1 This points directly to Jesus Christ. “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” — Romans 5:1 Because of Christ, we no longer stand under condemnation. We have peace with the Father. Portions of the offering were shared, symbolizing communion and relationship. “And Aaron's sons shall burn it on the altar...” — Leviticus 3:5 Part belonged to God, part to the priests, and part to the worshiper. The picture is fellowship. “...truly our fellowship is with the Father, and with his Son Jesus Christ.” — 1 John 1:3 Fellowship with God rests upon the redemption accomplished by Christ. The offering was given with thanksgiving and joy because peace had been established. “...it is an offering made by fire, of a sweet savour unto the LORD.” — Leviticus 3:5 John declared: “Behold the Lamb of God...” — John 1:36 Isaiah foretold: “He was wounded for our transgressions...” — Isaiah 53:5 Without Christ there is judgment. “Hide us from the face of him that sitteth on the throne, and from the wrath of the Lamb.” — Revelation 6:16–17 But because of Christ's blood and our faith in Him, we can rejoice in peace, fellowship, and communion with God. Conclusion A life given in worship is marked by dedication to God, dependence upon God, and delight in fellowship with God. The grain offering reminds us that Jesus lived the perfect life we could never live and was fully consecrated to the Father. The peace offering reminds us that through His sacrifice we now have peace and fellowship with God. Because of who Christ is and what Christ has done, worship is no longer merely something we do—it becomes the life we live before God every day. We learn from Leviticus that worship is the life we live before God every day — our devotion, our dependence, and our delight. True holiness is not merely found at the altar in moments of sacrifice, but in a daily walk of fellowship with the Lord. That is the way of holiness.   THANK YOU A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

    30 min

  4. May 19 ·  Bonus

    Psalm 51 "How to Come Back like David"

    The podcast will be now released on Saturdays. Enjoy this bonus episode from Psalm 51.   Title:  How to Come back like David Text: Psalm 51 Theme: How David, a man after God’s own heart, recovered after committing a great sin.     When something gets out of place, you don’t ignore it.. You don’t say, “Well maybe it’ll fix itself eventually.” No — you deal with it immediately. Because the longer it stays out of place, the worse the damage gets.That’s true physically. But it’s also true spiritually. Psalm 51 is about a believer whose life got out of place.   Read Psalm 51:1-3   It has been said, that when we read the story of David that we see that he was a great sinner, but we also see that David was a great repenter.  David is known in the Bible for his comebacks. Psalm 51 covers what may be his greatest comeback of all.    "Davids Great Comeback"   Introduction: Psalm 51 is dealing with sin in the life of the Believer... Psalm 51:5-19   (When we read Psalm 51...)   A. Ability to Sin: Psalm 51:5; "Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me."   - There is a reality that as Christians, we can still sin. A Christian cannot lose Salvation because of sin, but we can lose our Fellowship with God, each other, and the Ability to grow.   - The Romans 7 Tongue Twister "The things I want to do are things I don't want to do. The Things I don't want to do are the things I do."; "O Wretched man (exhausted man) that I am" "There is therefore no condemnation to them who are in Christ Jesus..."     B. The Affect of Sin v. 6 "Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: and in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom."   - David realizes the issue was deeper than one moment with Bathsheba. The problem started in the heart long before it showed up outwardly. God desires truth in the inward parts.   - Sin has a way of exposing the inward person. God wasn’t just after David’s actions — God wanted David’s heart.   - Jesus said, out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaketh) God is not interested in the surface… He wants truth on the inside.    - (Illustration) It is amazing how so many Christians, can provoke, prod, and play around with sin… and the moment: someone falls we are quick to Judge and hold on to grudges;  we are quick to want to give up; we are quick to say things like “ I don’t know what happened”; or "things happen for a reason"   - Difference between Sampson & Lot and Joseph and Job (UFC Example... "Idk what happened it happened so fast"    - Sin has consequences...   C. The Acknowledgment of Sin v.7-19 - (Tell the story very briefly)  - David committed adultery, tried to cover it up, and before it was over, Uriah was dead because of David’s choices - God sent Nathan to speak to David about his sin (2 Samuel 12:1-7)  - Nathan told David about a rich man who had many flocks and herds, but took a poor man’s only little lamb to prepare a meal for a traveler. David became angry at the rich man, not realizing Nathan was describing David’s own sin. - The lamb of the story was Bathsheba. David was quick to judge someone whom he thought had stolen a lamb, but he was guilty of stealing Bathsheba.  David was quick to judge someone who he thought had killed an animal, but he was guilty of killing Uriah.  - When we are backslidden, we tend to judge people for less sin than we have in our own lives.  - Nathan looked at David and said … “Thou art the man”. The Man of God gave the Word of God which brought Conviction to the heart of David. “Thou art the man!”   This is why so many people love Psalm 51, and it's key to David's comeback. Accountability vs ownership (This is the best Biblical story on it). David was ready to hold the man who stole the lamb accountable, then he realized it was him which led him to take ownership. David acknowledges his sin and wants nothing more than to be back in Fellowship with God.   Realization of sin = Conviction. The Repentance (The Change of Mind)      v.7 — David admits he is unclean and needs God to wash him “Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean…” v.8 — David admits his sin has broken him emotionally and spiritually “Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.” v.9–12 — David admits his heart is wrong and he needs restoration and fellowship with God “Create in me a clean heart, O God… Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation…” v.13–17 — David wants to get right with God and be useful again He wants to teach others, praise God again, and offer God a broken and repentant heart instead of empty sacrifice.   This is a man who wants to get back into fellowship with the Father but has fallen flat on his face.   This is how a man after God's own heart acknowledges his sin and comes back to God.   Outline: How to come back like DavidPsalm 51:1-4   I. Rely (Confidence) v.1 - David trusted in God (according to thy lovingkindness: according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies) - David believed God was who He said He was. David believed God would do what he said he would do! - Want to come back like David? Put Confidence in God. (1 John 1:9) - A lot of people have a lot of opinions about the things of God. Trust = intimacy. God wants you to Trust Him - Illustration: The difference between Conviction and Shame   II. Repent (Confession) v. 3,4 (For I acknowledge my transgressions: and my sin is ever before me. Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight: that thou mightest be justified when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest.) - Did David sin against Bathsheba? Uriah? His Family? His Kingdom? (Yes!) - But above all, David sinned against God. (A man after God’s own heart. He wanted to make things right with God first… the rest will follow, and unfortunately sometimes others don’t forgive) - Want to come back like David? There was no excuse, no alibi, and no pointing fingers… David takes ownership for his sin. Take ownership for your sin.   Psalm 139:23,24 23 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: 24 And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.   (Braces Brackett)     III. Rest (Pardon, Forgiveness, Cleansing) v. 2 (Wash me throughly from mine iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin.) - V. 7, 10 speak of this also - David was pardoned because He went to God - Want to come back like David? Ask God for forgiveness, - Illustration of how we try to move on (counselling, time, acts of service, etc.) Those are all good, but above all… we need the forgiveness of God.     Conclusion: - We looked at the Ability, the Aftermath and the Anguish of sin in the life of a believer. - We learn how David had Assurance that God was longsuffering and forgiving, Admitted and took ownership of his sin, and was Absolved and put back into Fellowship with God.    THANK YOU A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

    32 min

  5. May 12

    Leviticus 1 "The Way Begins with Sacrifice"

    Title: "The Way Begins with Sacrifice" Text: Leviticus We now come to the book of Leviticus. So far we have covered the four Great events of Genesis (The Creation, The Fall, the Flood, and the Tower of Babel.) We then looked at the four important people of Genesis (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph). We then saw Israel triumphantly delivered out of Egypts bondage through the blood of the Passover Lamb. We learned about the Red Sea parting, the law, and the Tabernacle.  “And the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle.” — Exodus 40:34. Leviticus is a marvelous study that will answer the question of how a sinful people can not only approach, but also live for a Holy God. Leviticus: - 3rd book of the Bible (3 of 5 Books of Moses) - 27 chapters and 859 verses The title of this season is “The Way of Holiness.” The word Holiness means to be set apart unto God—to belong to Him and reflect His character.  God's presence, purity, and perfection are all connected to His Holiness. Isaiah spoke of “The way of holiness,” in Isaiah 35.  "And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it shall be for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err therein." - Isaiah 35:8 What is the Way of Holiness? The way of Holiness is a path where God’s redeemed people walk with Him. This is what Leviticus is about. God not only rescues Israel from Egypt; He is teaches them how to live.  1 Peter 1:16 (KJV): "Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy". Sinful people cannot approach God without Sacrifice. Therefore, this is where Leviticus starts. The title of the message is "The Way Begins with Sacrifice". Remember, Holiness always starts with us coming to God His way.    A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

    30 min

  6. May 5

    Exodus 1-140 "The Wonderful Book of Deliverance"

    Title: The Wonderful Book of Deliverance Text:  Exodus Exodus – “A departure” or “a way out” Second Book of the Bible, second book of the Pentateuch (1st five books, means 5 books. They are the books of Moses) Exodus is literally the sequel to Genesis. Nothing is started and nothing is finished. Genesis covers a time period of 2,315 or so years. Exodus covers a time period of 216 years (focus is really on 94 of those years. There is a lapse of time between Genesis and Exodus, however it is a continuation of the story of Genesis.  Genesis 15:13 13And he said unto Abram, Know of a surety that thy seed shall be a stranger in a land that is not theirs, and shall serve them; and they shall afflict them four hundred years; Exodus 12:40 40Now the sojourning of the children of Israel, who dwelt in Egypt, was four hundred and thirty years. There is a lapse in time of at least 3 ½ centuries between the two books. 70 people went into Egypt, now they are numbered at over 2 million Joseph died, there was a new Pharaoh, and the people were enslaved Theme: Redemption through the Blood Hebrews 11:23-29 23By faith Moses, when he was born, was hid three months of his parents, because they saw he was a proper child; and they were not afraid of the king's commandment. 24By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; 25Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; 26Esteeming the reproach of Christ greater riches than the treasures in Egypt: for he had respect unto the recompence of the reward. 27By faith he forsook Egypt, not fearing the wrath of the king: for he endured, as seeing him who is invisible. 28Through faith he kept the passover, and the sprinkling of blood, lest he that destroyed the firstborn should touch them. 29By faith they passed through the Red sea as by dry land: which the Egyptians assaying to do were drowned. Israel is in Bondage 1-11 The Passover 12 The Exodus of Israel 13-19 The Law is given 20 The Tabernacle is built in 35-40 Theme: Redemption through the Blood Key Verse: Exodus 12:13 13And the blood shall be to you for a token upon the houses where ye are: and when I see the blood, I will pass over you, and the plague shall not be upon you to destroy you, when I smite the land of Egypt. Read Title: “The Wonderful Book of Deliverance” to introduce this book we are going to focus on the theme and key verse. Type – “A divinely appointed illustration of some scriptural truth.” Derived from Greek word “tupos” – impression, stamp, pattern, or form “A type must never be used to teach a doctrine, but only to illustrate a doctrine elsewhere explicitly taught.” – Dr. J. Edwin Hartill - Egypt is a type of the World - Pharaoh is a type of Satan -  Israel is a type of the total depravity of man and our need for a Savior - The Passover is a type of Jesus Christ “What redeemed Israel from the house of bondage was the blood of the Passover lamb. Israel sheltered behind that blood, feasted on the slain lamb, and trusted God for salvation full and free. Suddenly, the people were set free from bondage and death. Pharoah’s power was broken, and Egypt lay in ruins under the judgment of God. The whole story is a studied Old Testament type of our redemption by the blood of Jesus, the Passover Lamb.” – Dr. John Phillips The Passover  To deliver the children of Israel from bondage in Egypt The 10th and final plague Water turned to blood Frogs infested the land Lice throughout the land Grievous swarm of flies Cattle of the Egyptians died, but the Israelites cattle lived Boils to man and beast Hail Locust Darkness The Firstborn slain Psalm 78:49-51 King James Version (KJV) 49 He cast upon them the fierceness of his anger, wrath, and indignation, and trouble, by sending evil angels among them.50 He made a way to his anger; he spared not their soul from death, but gave their life over to the pestilence;51 And smote all the firstborn in Egypt; the chief of their strength in the tabernacles of Ham: Outline:  I. The Captivity (Egypt a type of the world) Exodus 2:23 23And it came to pass in process of time, that the king of Egypt died: and the children of Israel sighed by reason of the bondage, and they cried, and their cry came up unto God by reason of the bondage. They were in slavery – in bondage - They could barely bear their own burdens Sin has this world in bondage – The sin problem must be dealt with. II. The Captor (Pharaoh is a type of Satan) The Great Red Dragon – Revelation 12:3,4 Revelation 12:3-4 3And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. 4And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born. “Great” Matthew 4:8-9 8Again, the devil taketh him up into an exceeding high mountain, and sheweth him all the kingdoms of the world, and the glory of them; 9And saith unto him, All these things will I give thee, if thou wilt fall down and worship me. (Immense Power) He is the prince and power of the air, here in this verse he offers the Lord Jesus the nations if He will fall down and worship him.  “Red” John 8:44 44Ye are of your father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it. (Does not care about human life) We see the spirit of this today with abortion 6 million jews and 11 million others Over 61 million babies murdered  Dragon His Viciousness. Seven Heads Ezekiel 28:12 12Son of man, take up a lamentation upon the king of Tyrus, and say unto him, Thus saith the LORD GOD; Thou sealest up the sum, full of wisdom, and perfect in beauty. (he was created perfect in beauty)  Ten Horns & Seven Crowns upon his heads This represents the revived Roman Empire that will be under Satan’s rule during the Great Tribulation His tail  Revelation 12:4 And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast them to the earth: Drew (Pulled) they were persuaded to go with him Isaiah 14:12-15 12How art thou fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! how art thou cut down to the ground, which didst weaken the nations! 13For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: 14I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High. 15Yet thou shalt be brought down to hell, to the sides of the pit. The Woman and the Child Why does he hate this child so much? Genesis 3:15 15And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel. Pharaoh: Ruler of Egypt, very powerful. (remember, Egypt is a type of the world and Pharaoh ruled this land) Pharaoh made slaves out of the children of Israel just like this world is enslaved by Satan. No value for human life, very viscous, and hatred for the Jew – Exodus 1:16 16And he said, When ye do the office of a midwife to the Hebrew women, and see them upon the stools; if it be a son, then ye shall kill him: but if it be a daughter, then she shall live.”. Absolutely no value for human life whatsoever, viciously murder off ale babies as they were born.  Wanting to destroy the man child This is one of many times satan tied cutting off the line leading to Jesus Christ. Notice the hatred the Red Dragon had in that scripture for the Woman and her Child. This woman represents the nation Israel and the Child (Jesus Christ) Why does he hate this child so much? Genesis 3:15 15And I will put enmity between thee and the woman, and between thy seed and her seed; it shall bruise thy head, and thou shalt bruise his heel. The Woman is Israel Revelation 12:1 And there appeared a great wonder in heaven; a woman clothed with the sun, and the moon under her feet, and upon her head a crown of twelve stars: 2 And she being with child cried, travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered. Genesis 37:9 9And he dreamed yet another dream, and told it his brethren, and said, Behold, I have dreamed a dream more; and, behold, the sun and the moon and the eleven stars made obeisance to me. And he told it to his father, and to his brethren: and his father rebuked him, and said unto him, What is this dream that thou hast dreamed? Shall I and thy mother and thy brethren indeed come to bow down ourselves to thee to the earth? Question 1: Who is the man child that is to rule the nations with a Rod of Iron? The Lord Jesus Christ When Jesus Christ comes back the second time it will be to Judge. It will be a Theocracy. He is not going to come like He did the fist time. So many people today want peace, but they want it on there terms. “We want peace – now do as we say or else!” Well, when Jesus Christ comes back He will literally break this world with a Rod of iron.  The Day of the Lord= The Second Coming of Jesus Christ when He comes at the battle of Armageddon to defeat the nations and will set up His Millennial reign. During the Millennial reign,  He will do it with a Rod of Iron. This is only one phase of His eternal reign, because at the end of the 1,000 years satan will be loosed and there will be the battle of Gog and Magog. But please note, Jesus reign will continue for all of eternity. Pharaoh is no doubt a type of Satan: His power, lack of value for human life, hatred for the nation Israel and trying to prevent Moses from being born who is also a type of Christ III. The Corruption (Total Depravity of Man) Exodus 2:23 23And it came to

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  7. Apr 28

    Exodus 33:21-23 "In the Cleft of the Rock"

    Title: “In the Cleft of the Rock” Text:  Exodus 33:21-23 Theme: The believer’s joy and Security   Exodus 33:21-23 21And the LORD said, Behold, there is a place by me, and thou shalt stand upon a rock: 22And it shall come to pass, while my glory passeth by, that I will put thee in a clift of the rock, and will cover thee with my hand while I pass by: 23And I will take away mine hand, and thou shalt see my back parts: but my face shall not be seen.   Introduction:  • Who: Moses   • What: The journey to the promised land is resumed. (The joy and security of the believer)   • Where: Sinai   • When: 1446 B.C (Timeline of Events) - The 10 commandments are given - The Law is given - The Tabernacle instructions given - The Golden Calf: Moses goes up to Mt. Sinai to commune with God, Israel fashions a golden calf and there is Disciplinary Judgment. There is confession and intercession. - (Chapter 33) God commands Moses to resume the journey to the promised land.   Exodus 33:1 1And the LORD said unto Moses, Depart, and go up hence, thou and the people which thou hast brought up out of the land of Egypt, unto the land which I sware unto Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, saying, Unto thy seed will I give it:   • Why: Deliver Israel out of the Wilderness - Wilderness: A time of testing and trials - Jesus; Elijah; Abraham; Jacob; David. All had a wilderness experience. - Canaan: Is a type of rest. It is not God’s Will we stay in the wilderness. He wants us to enter that joy and rest here on earth. o Reactions: Exodus 33:1-11   God commands Moses to leave the wilderness and resume. He promises Him that He will send an Angel with them and that He will drive out their enemies from within the land.   They are still wearing ornaments of the heathen gods and God tells them to remove them or they are going to be consumed. (idolatry and the dangers of it)   Moses pitches the tabernacle outside of the camp (still under construction) and enters. This is where the cloudy pillar fills the tabernacle and Moses talks with God. Like friends speak to each other face to face, God spoke to Moses .   • How: Moses prays and God answers   It is not God’s Will for us to stay in the Wilderness. He wants us to enter Canaan and rest. He wants us to go to the next level in our Christian walk.   Moses knows that he needs God’s help on their journey to Canaan.   A. A Desire to know God v.12-15 - (Ex. 33:6 “stripped themselves of their ornaments) - Phil 3:10 “That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death;” - The desire to know God more is evidence that He is the Lord of our life and that there is no idolatry.   B. A Desire to live for God v.16,17 - Moses wants to be peculiar. Not to be strange (weird) but to stand out because God is leading them. He does not want them to wander off on their own, he desires God to lead them and because of God’s leadership and constant communion, they will stand out from all other nations. - Religion will stand out; legalism will stand out; extremist (you name it) but why do you stand out? We should be a peculiar people because we are people for God. STANDARDS ARE WORTHLESS IF WE ARE BREAKING GOD’S LAW AT THE SAME TIME. - Notice what God says in v.17 “for thou hast found Grace in my sight”    C. A Desire to see God v.18-20 - Moses is becoming very intimate with God and is now requesting to see God’s glory - Moses could not see God face to face but God is going to grant His request. The Glory mentioned is a representation of God. - TO BEHOLD THE GLORY OF GOD - Revelation 21:22-23 22And I saw no temple therein: for the LORD God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it. 23And the city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it: for the glory of God did lighten it, and the Lamb is the light thereof. - The request of Moses is the evidence of an intimate relationship with God. This is a Christian entering into Canaan. The place of Joy and Peace (Maturity) - “’ And he said I beseech thee, show me thy glory’ Pondering this verse next in the light of its immediate context, we are shown what is the sure product of intimate fellowship with God. The great Jehovah had condescended to draw very near to the one who had separated himself from evil, for we are told, "the Lord spake unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend" (v. 11). And what was the consequence of this upon Moses? Not only did he have freedom in supplicating His grace, but there was a holy longing to know more of Himself. Such is ever the outflow of real and close communion with God: the more we know of Him, the more we desire to know. The closer God deigns to draw near to His people, the more constrained are they to cry, - Pink, Arthur W.. Gleanings in Exodus - v. 19 – (I will proclaim the name of the Lord before thee) This is a confirmation of his original call. (I am that I am) Exodus 3:15-15.  (be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and shew mercy on whom I will shew mercy) There were those who are willing to follow and those who are still in rebellion. Moses is the mediator. There are those who God will be gracious to and give us what we need to get to the next step, and there are those who are in rebellion that He is merciful to. - V.20 – We cannot see God’s face and live - Do you want the immature wilderness Christian experience or the Mature Canaan experience (draw comparison)   - Key verses:  Exodus 33:21-23 21And the LORD said, Behold, there is a place by me, and thou shalt stand upon a rock: 22And it shall come to pass, while my glory passeth by, that I will put thee in a clift of the rock, and will cover thee with my hand while I pass by: 23And I will take away mine hand, and thou shalt see my back parts: but my face shall not be seen.   “This is most blessed. In order for sinful man to be able clearly to contemplate the Divine perfections of an infinitely righteous, holy God, it is necessary that he should be put into a place of security and peace. This God has, in His infinite condescension and grace, provided for us.”  -Pink, Arthur W.. Gleanings in Exodus     Outline: “In the Cleft of the Rock” Exodus 33:21-23 Cleft of the Rock define – “ a space or opening made by or as if by splitting” (Webster) Cleft of the Rock is a Christian who has entered into that rest, that joy and peace that only God can give. They want to know God and are learning more of Him, they want to live for God and are being set apart, they want to experience God’s glory and are in communion with Him. They have been placed in the cleft of the rock and have an experience like no other.   “A wonderful Savior is Jesus my Lord, A wonderful Savior to me; He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock, Where rivers of pleasure I see. He hideth my soul in the cleft of the rock, That shadows a dry, thirsty land; He hideth my life in the depths of His love, And covers me there with His hand.”  – Fanny Crosby   A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

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  8. Apr 21

    Exodus 25-40 "God's Dwelling Place"

    Exodus 25–40 “God’s Dwelling Place” Text: Exodus 25–40 Introduction: Exodus 25–40 shifts the focus of the book.Up to this point, God has delivered His people out of Egypt, brought them through the wilderness, and given them His law at Sinai. The question now is not just how they should live, but how a holy God can live among sinful people. God gives instructions for the tabernacle—a dwelling place in the middle of the camp. Every detail matters. Nothing is random. This is God showing sinful people how to approach Him. And right in the middle of it, the people fail. Exodus 32—the golden calf. While God is revealing how He is to be worshiped, the people create a god of their own. That’s the tension of this entire section: God desires to dwell with His people, but their sin threatens that relationship. And yet, God does not abandon His plan. By the end of Exodus, the tabernacle is finished… and the glory of the LORD fills it. The message is simple: God will dwell with His people, but only through His way. The Tabernacle — Christ at the Center A. The Outer Court — Where Sin is Dealt With - The Gate — The Only Way In. John 10:9 (KJV) “I am the door: by me if any man enter in, he shall be saved…” There was one entrance into the tabernacle. Not many. One. Jesus says the same thing about salvation—He is the door. -The Brazen Altar — The Sacrifice. 1 Corinthians 15:3 (KJV) “…Christ died for our sins…”The first thing you encountered was the altar. Blood. No one approached God without sacrifice. This points directly to the cross—Jesus, the Lamb of God. -The Laver — The Cleansing Ephesians 5:26 (KJV) “…washing of water by the word,” After sacrifice came washing. Not salvation again—but daily cleansing. God’s Word washes the believer. You cannot come to God without sacrifice and cleansing. B. The Holy Place — Where Fellowship is Maintained - The Lampstand — The Light. John 8:12 (KJV) “I am the light of the world…” There were no windows in the tabernacle. This was the only light. Without Christ, everything is darkness. -The Table of Shewbread — The Provision John 6:35 (KJV) “I am the bread of life…” Twelve loaves, always present. God providing for His people. Christ sustains the believer daily. - The Altar of Incense — The Intercession. Hebrews 7:25 (KJV) “…he ever liveth to make intercession for them.” The incense rose continually before God. A picture of prayer. Jesus is our intercessor—He is praying for us.This is where relationship with God is lived out daily. C. The Most Holy Place — Where God’s Presence Dwells - The Veil — The Barrier. Hebrews 10:20 (KJV) “…the veil, that is to say, his flesh;” The veil separated man from God. Sin created distance. Matthew 27:51 (KJV) “…the veil of the temple was rent…” When Christ died, the veil was torn. Access was opened. -The Ark of the Covenant — The Presence. Colossians 2:9 (KJV) “For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.” The Ark represented God’s throne. Now, the fullness of God dwells in Christ. -The Mercy Seat — The Atonement. Romans 3:25 (KJV) “…a propitiation through faith in his blood…” The blood was applied to the mercy seat. Judgment was covered.. Wrath was satisfied. This is where God is—but access was limited until Christ. Outline: “God’s Dwelling Place” I. Cleansing (Outer Court — Sin is Dealt With) - Sin must be confessed, not ignored - Be honest with God about your sin. Don’t carry what He calls you to confess. - Forgiveness comes through sacrifice, not effort. Stop trying to earn what Christ has already finished. Cleansing is the starting point, not the finish line - Don’t stay stuck in guilt—move forward and walk with God. 1 John 1:9 (KJV) “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” II. Communion (Holy Place — Relationship is Practiced) - God desires daily fellowship. Spend time with Him daily in His Word and in prayer. Spiritual life must be maintained intentionally. - Feed your soul, stay grounded in truth, and stay in prayer. Closeness with God grows through consistency - Don’t chase feelings—be faithful, and depth will come. John 15:4 (KJV) “Abide in me, and I in you…” III. Closeness (Most Holy Place — God’s Presence is Experienced) - Access to God is now open through Christ - Come boldly—don’t hold back in prayer. God’s presence is personal, not distant - Walk with Him throughout your day, not just at set times. Closeness changes how we live - If you’re near God, it will show in your life. Hebrews 10:22 (KJV) “Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith…”     A special thank you to my Friend Michael Barnette for the song "All things new" and to my friend Dave Compton for the opening remarks. To contact me, please email me at preachtheword@zohomail.com

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    Dean Carmichael, Jr
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