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In the Shadow of the Almighty
In his March 22, 2020 sermon, "In the Shadow of the Almighty Psalm 91," Pastor Tom Pennington addresses the fear surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, presenting Psalm 91 as a timeless message to replace apprehension with faith in God. Pennington clarifies that Psalm 91 is not a promise of immunity from suffering, death, or an excuse for carelessness. Instead, it assures believers that God protects His children from every danger He has not wisely and lovingly designed to bring into their lives. He structures the psalm�s interpretation into four parts: a general declaration of God's protection (v.1), a personal confession of trust in Yahweh (v.2), and a biblical exhortation highlighting God's protection as universal, individual, and supernatural (v.3-13). Finally, God Himself affirms His promises (v.14-16), defining trust as loving Him, knowing His name, and calling upon Him. God promises deliverance, security, answers to prayer, His presence in trouble, rescue, honor, and ultimately, eternal salvation. The sermon concludes by emphasizing that God is in control, His protection is absolute, trials are part of His wise plan, and He will ultimately bring believers through all dangers into eternal glory, urging listeners to replace fear with this unwavering trust.
Worried Sick
Pastor Tom Pennington's March 2020 sermon, "Worried Sick," addresses the widespread anxiety during the early COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing that for followers of Jesus, worry about the future is never justified and is, in fact, a sin "far deadlier than the coronavirus." Citing Matthew 6:25-34, Pennington explains Jesus' command not to worry. Arguments against worry stem from God's character as a providing Father (caring for birds and lilies, much more His children), the importance of kingdom priorities, and the simple logic that "tomorrow will care for itself; each day has enough trouble of its own." Worry is wrong because it's self-destructive, a sign of unbelief, and dwells on untruths. To combat it, believers must "live in today" by trusting God's providence for tomorrow, dealing only with today's troubles, praying about future legitimate concerns, and actively doing what's necessary *today* to prepare for the future. The sermon clarifies that God provides grace only for *today's* troubles, not for anticipating future burdens. Pennington also urges non-believers to worry, not about the virus, but about their eternal state, repenting and trusting Christ as Savior, recognizing that worry can be a spiritual cul-de-sac while faith is a thoroughfare leading to God and action.
Q & A
In a Q&A session, Pastor Tom Pennington tackled several biblical and contemporary questions. On prayer, he explained that while typically directed to the Father through the Son's mediation, it is appropriate to address both the Son and Holy Spirit, recognizing their distinct roles within the Godhead. Regarding the social justice movement, he highlighted its origins in Marxist Critical Race Theory and Intersectionality, which promote unbiblical concepts of collective guilt (Ezekiel 18) and power redistribution. He affirmed that racism is unequivocally sin but emphasized that the Gospel, not a secular framework, is the true biblical answer, warning against compromising the Gospel and Christian unity. He clarified that evil originated from Lucifer�s pride (Ezekiel 28), and God permitted it to display the richness of His glory and grace (Romans 9). Cremation is deemed an issue of conscience, not directly commanded or forbidden in Scripture, though the biblical pattern of burial reflects the hope of resurrection. The promise of long life for obeying parents encompasses both practical wisdom preventing premature death and God's providential blessing for honoring authority.
The Heart of the Christian Life - Part 1
Pastor Tom Pennington's sermon, "Romans: The Heart of The Christian Life (Part 1)," introduces Romans 12:9-21 by highlighting Jesus' critique of the Pharisees for neglecting the "weightier provisions of the law" like justice and mercy in favor of lesser commands. He asserts that biblical love is the weightiest of all provisions, forming the core theme of this passage. The sermon defines genuine biblical love, using the Greek word "agape," as a practical, sincere commitment rather than mere sentimental emotion. This love, "without hypocrisy," is the highest priority for every Christian, extending to God, fellow believers, unbelievers, and even enemies. God's own love, perfectly demonstrated in Christ's sacrifice, is the source and model for our love, which is a responsive act of worship. The first practical expression of this sincere love for God is found in our response to His Word: "Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good" (Romans 12:9). This entails passionately hating everything God calls evil and diligently embracing everything He calls good, as revealed solely in Scripture.
Wars, Rumors of Wars & the Last War - Part 1
Pastor Tom Pennington's sermon on Daniel 11 highlights it as an incredibly precise prophetic passage, so accurate that skeptics deny its predictive nature, arguing it was written *after* the historical events. Pennington asserts this precision proves God's sovereignty, serving as an apologetic for Yahweh, preparing and comforting His people by showing His ultimate control. The vision spans centuries, detailing empires from Persia and Alexander the Great's swift conquests and fractured kingdom, to the protracted conflicts between the 'King of the South' (Ptolemaic Egypt) and 'King of the North' (Seleucid Syria). These detailed prophecies, including alliances, betrayals, and specific battles, underscore how the land of Israel was central to these rivalries, with God's people caught between them. Key figures like Antiochus the Great and Seleucus IV are covered, with their fates meticulously foretold. The sermon concludes with lessons emphasizing God's absolute sovereignty over all earthly rulers and events, His unimpressed view of human empires, and that all successes and setbacks serve His divine purpose. Ultimately, God is deeply involved in every detail of life, both national and personal.
Gifted to Serve - Part 5
Pastor Tom Pennington's sermon "Romans Gifted to Serve (Part 5)" delves into Romans 12:3-8, underscoring that God has uniquely gifted every Christian to serve within the church. The passage presents two primary instructions: first, to accurately assess one's spiritual gift without conceit or self-deprecation, and second, to use that gift responsibly. Responsible gift usage entails three components: understanding New Testament spiritual gifts, making one's gift their primary ministry within the church, and exercising it with the right attitude. The sermon highlights six permanent edifying gifts: * **Service:** The ability to meet temporal and physical needs with unusual skill. * **Teaching:** Comprehending, organizing, and effectively presenting biblical truth to deepen understanding, crucial for spiritual growth. * **Exhortation:** Explaining and applying truth to persuade believers to obey, appealing to their will with patience and instruction. * **Giving:** Effectively investing personal material resources for spiritual and kingdom purposes with liberality and generosity. * **Leading:** Exercising leadership or administration with diligence and eagerness. * **Showing Mercy:** Assisting and relieving those in distress, misery, or pain with cheerfulness, seeing it as serving Christ Himself.
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