Sermon

The Apostle Paul deals with the proclamation of the Word in 2 Timothy 4:2: “Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.” The word preach means “to herald or announce.”

Several years ago, a dear friend of mine passed away. My wife and I made arrangements to attend his funeral. My friend was a Christian. He attended a Baptist church, and the funeral was being held in what he considered a Gospel preaching church.

Whenever Christians begin talking about revival, and seeking the Lord for the revival that is needed, criticism of such things comes up among . . .

Lot’s message to his sons-in-law was clear and urgent. “Up! Get you out of this place: for the Lord will destroy this city.” His message, however, was not compelling because the messenger was corrupt.