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"Lessons from the Law" • Brother Jonah Lowrance - Brother Jonah reflected on Joshua 1:8-9 and the importance of remembering the Law of God. He then highlighted a number of passages in the Law that have been of great importance to him for the past four years. These would include Genesis 1:1-5 about the creation of the world by the Eternal God. Genesis 1 & 2 about the creation of man and woman. Exodus 2:23-25 and God's help for His people. Deuteronomy 6:4-5 about how we are commanded to love God with our whole person. Then finally, Numbers 25 in reference to the zeal we ought to have for God.

"Study and Have Hope" • 2nd Timothy 2:15-19 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. We are to study the word of God enough so that when we are faced with discouragement or false doctrines, we will remember that our salvation is secure in the finished work of Jesus Christ, and we will not be shaken from our faith. "Let" • Romans 6:11-12; Matthew 5:16; 16:24; John 14:1-4; Romans 14:19; Galatians 6:9-10;Philippians 2:3-8; Colossians 3:16; Hebrews 13:1; & 1st John 4:7-11 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Since we have been born of the Spirit of God, we are no longer servants to sin. We can now choose to do the right thing. In this message, Elder Lowrance picks up where Brother Jonah finished, and reminds us that we called to make the right choices as children of God and let righteousness, peace, and love reign in our lives. 

"The Suffering Servant" • Isaiah 53 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In order to fully understand the majesty of our risen Savior, we must understand how depraved and lost we were, and what great suffering Jesus endured for our sin. Elder Lowrance shows that the prophecy of Isaiah points to the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ which secured the eternal salvation of all of God's elect.

"Moses on the Backside of the Desert" • Hebrews 11:26-27; Exodus 3-5 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Between Moses' decision of faith in Hebrews 11:26 and his courageously delivering Israel from Egyptian bondage in verse 27, Moses had a lot of growth in grace and faith that needed to happen so that he could be the proper instrument of God's deliverance. Moses' zeal got ahead of God's timing when he killed the Egyptian and had to flee to Midian. While there, Moses learns patience, obedience, and how to trust the promises of God. These lesson prepared him to lead Israel to the promised land.

"Moses' Decision of Fatih" • Hebrews 11:24-26 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. The next example of living by faith in Hebrews, Chapter 11 is Moses. Here, the Apostle lists more than one act of faith by Moses. His first act was a decision. Moses decided to be identified with the people of God rather than continue being called part of the royal family in Egypt. By rejecting his adoptive rights, Moses chose to suffer physically, financially, and in many other ways. The sole reason behind this decision was because he believed the promise of God and looked for the better resurrection that his forefathers sought.

"Authority of the Gospel" • Galatians 1:1-18 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah explained the Apostle Paul's confidence in the Gospel of the Lord Jesus to the extent that he encourages the Galatian Christians to ignore anyone who would teach something apart from that Gospel. Christians today ought to do the same thing. They ought to be confident in the good news that it is Christ who died for our sins and saves us by His grace alone. "According to His Will, Not Ours" • Galatians 1:4-6; Romans 5:6-15; & 1st Corinthians 15:19-26 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Our great hope is that Christ's death didn't just restore us to the state of Adam in the Garden of Eden but to a glorified state of eternal life. Continuing in Galatians and progressing to the Apostle Paul's letters to the Ephesians and the Corinthians, Elder Bryce shows that to truly give glory to God for complete salvation in Jesus Christ, we must understand man's total inability to move toward God in his fallen nature. The entire human race is guilty by the sion of Adam, but all the elect are justified in Jesus Christ.

"Moses' Parents" • Hebrews 11:23 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Continuing in the list of Old Testament saints, Elder Bryce teaches about the courage and ingenuity of Moses' parents who acted in faith to save the life of their baby who would become the deliverer and Israel and a beautiful type of Jesus Christ.

"All Saved the Same Way" • Acts 15:1-19 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah explains the dispute within the early churches regarding what place the Old Testament Law has in the salvation, how the dispute was properly handled, and that the Apostles and elders concluded that God's people are not saved by the Law. Based on the blessing of the Holy Ghost, the words of Jesus, and the Old Testament Scriptures, they come to the conclusion that all are saved in the same way by "the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ."

"Joseph's Bones" • Hebrews 11:22 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Joseph believed the promise of God that his family would return to the promised land so he had his family swear an oath that his bones would be taken back to that land when God delivered them in the future. This shows that he sought another country like his forefathers and believed in the resurrection. Elder Lowrance traces the fulfillment of this promise and shows how Shechem is a vital place of covenant giving and renewal and experiences with God. Shechem is a picture of the deliverance of God in the work of Jesus Christ.

"Faith is Evidence of Eternal Life" • Jonah 5:24-25 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah opens the preaching service teaching that our belief and faith is proof of our eternal salvation and not the cause. "Jacob Blesses Joseph's Sons" • Hebrews 11:21 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Elder Lowrance traces the history of the patriarchs from Abraham to Joseph showing how the children of Israel ended up in Egypt. While there, Jacob blesses Ephraim and Manessah on his death bed. Once again, we see an excellent example of how faith is not blind but is putting trust in the word of God.

"The Interesting Case of Isaac's Faith" • Hebrews 11:20 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Ignoring the declaration of God before Jacob and Esau are born that the elder would serve the younger, Isaac continually favors Esau as the firstborn. Even when he think he is going to die, Isaac tries to bless Esau but accidentally blesses Jacob. When he realizes that he has gone against God's will, Issac trembles and then ultimately declares in faith that Isaac will be blessed as the promised one.

"Abraham's Trial of Faith" • Hebrews 11:17-19 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Through one of the most striking trials of faith we find in the Bible, we learn that walking by faith is not blind faith like many describe it. Abraham did not toss out reason when he willingly offered up Isaac. He reasoned that God would raise him from the dead since he was the promised son. We do not have to take blind leaps of faith either. We have the will of God revealed to us in His word, the Bible. We are called to trust the promises of God and understand that His promises are true!

"Living as a Pilgrim and Stranger" • Hebrews 11:13-16 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. For the child of God, this world is foreign country. No matter what we do, we just don't feel quite at home even when things are going well. This is because our long sought home is in heaven with Jesus. When we walk by faith we have a more sure hope of that home to come. "The Death of Saul" • 1st Samuel 31 & 2nd Samuel 1 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. King Saul is the sad example of a child of God that stopped walking by faith and sought comfort and confidence in this world. He died miserably but David laments his death and the death of his son Jonathan. This shows us how we should view fellow children of God who have brought destruction into their lives. We should view them with pity, mercy, and love.

"Laughing Sarah" • Hebrews 11:11-12 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. The next example of faith in the Apostle's list is Sarah. We are shown by this testimony in the New Testament that Sarah did in fact trust God that He would give her a child but the historical account in Genesis shows that her act of faith was also mixed with doubt. This is important to understand because this is the common experience for all children of God. Our faith is not the foundation of our eternal justification but it is the source of our assurance of salvation. When we walk by faith, we have a greater hope.

"Abraham" • Hebrews 11:8-10 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Abraham was given very little information when God called him to leave his homeland and go to a land that would be shown to him later. He, his son's family, and his grandson's family sojourned in that promised land in tents, only owning a small area to bury their dead. Abraham did not presume to lord over God's promise. He understood that the physical land promised to him and his posterity pointed toward a greater inheritance. So Abraham sought for a heavenly home and is the perfect example for us to walk by faith.Abraham is the perfect example for us. We are to lose more and more sight of this earth so that we can keep our heavenly home in view.

"Noah" • Hebrews 11:7 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Continuing to look at the Old Testament saints who walked by faith in fellowship with God, Elder Bryce considers Noah. As our Savior told us, the latter days before His return will be a lot like the days of Noah. We have been given a promise of the Lord's return even though the world doesn't believe it and visible evidence shows no signs of His coming. So, just as Noah walked with God by faith trusting solely in His word, we should do the same. "When David Didn't Walk by Faith" • 1st Samuel 27-29 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. David was a man after God's own heart but that did not make him an automaton controlled by God. He was still a man that had the ability to walk by faith or not. In these chapters, Brother Jonah shows us the resulting disaster in David's life when he chose to walk by his own will and not by the faith that God had given him. His league that he made with the Philistines led to further lies and deceptions. But most importantly, David learned that walking without faith leads to continual insecurity.

"Living By Faith" • Hebrews 11:1-3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In Chapter 11, the Apostle continues his encouragement to draw nigh unto God in fellowship rather than drawing back. The chapter begins with an amazing definition of faith. The Hebrew Christians, as well as all born again children of God, possess the Holy Spirit which gives them faith. This intrinsic trust looks for a hope outside of this fallen world. We see in these first few verses that faith allows us to see and believe that the universe was created in order by the Son of God, Jesus Christ. And, if this faith is in us, we can use it to live in hope of glory despite the present troubles of life.

"Living By Faith" • Hebrews 11:1-3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In Chapter 11, the Apostle continues his encouragement to draw nigh unto God in fellowship rather than drawing back. The chapter begins with an amazing definition of faith. The Hebrew Christians, as well as all born again children of God, possess the Holy Spirit which gives them faith. This intrinsic trust looks for a hope outside of this fallen world. We see in these first few verses that faith allows us to see and believe that the universe was created in order by the Son of God, Jesus Christ. And, if this faith is in us, we can use it to live in hope of glory despite the present troubles of life.

"Living By Faith" • Hebrews 11:1-3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In Chapter 11, the Apostle continues his encouragement to draw nigh unto God in fellowship rather than drawing back. The chapter begins with an amazing definition of faith. The Hebrew Christians, as well as all born again children of God, possess the Holy Spirit which gives them faith. This intrinsic trust looks for a hope outside of this fallen world. We see in these first few verses that faith allows us to see and believe that the universe was created in order by the Son of God, Jesus Christ. And, if this faith is in us, we can use it to live in hope of glory despite the present troubles of life.

"Living By Faith" • Hebrews 11:1-3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In Chapter 11, the Apostle continues his encouragement to draw nigh unto God in fellowship rather than drawing back. The chapter begins with an amazing definition of faith. The Hebrew Christians, as well as all born again children of God, possess the Holy Spirit which gives them faith. This intrinsic trust looks for a hope outside of this fallen world. We see in these first few verses that faith allows us to see and believe that the universe was created in order by the Son of God, Jesus Christ. And, if this faith is in us, we can use it to live in hope of glory despite the present troubles of life.

"Living By Faith" • Hebrews 11:1-3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In Chapter 11, the Apostle continues his encouragement to draw nigh unto God in fellowship rather than drawing back. The chapter begins with an amazing definition of faith. The Hebrew Christians, as well as all born again children of God, possess the Holy Spirit which gives them faith. This intrinsic trust looks for a hope outside of this fallen world. We see in these first few verses that faith allows us to see and believe that the universe was created in order by the Son of God, Jesus Christ. And, if this faith is in us, we can use it to live in hope of glory despite the present troubles of life.

"Therefore" • Hebrews 10:19-25 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Having spent nine and half chapters proving the superiority of Christ in all things and showing that Jesus is our great High Priest, the Mediator of our salvation, and the sufficient offering for the sins of God's people, the Apostle Paul now shows how we should respond to this information. Having such blessings from God, let us respond in grateful service.

"Therefore" • Hebrews 10:19-25 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Having spent nine and half chapters proving the superiority of Christ in all things and showing that Jesus is our great High Priest, the Mediator of our salvation, and the sufficient offering for the sins of God's people, the Apostle Paul now shows how we should respond to this information. Having such blessings from God, let us respond in grateful service.

"How a Believer Ought to Act" • 1st Samuel 25; Matthew 5:9; & Romans 5:1-6 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Following the death of Samuel, David is mistreated by a man named Nabal. David decides to wipe out Nabal and all the men of his house. However, Abigail chooses to do the right thing and bring peace between them. Abigail's name means "the joy of my father" which is exactly what we are when we try to make peace. As it is written: " Blessed are the peacemakers for the shall be called the children of God."

"Jesus - The Antitype" • Hebrews 10:1-18 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In this chapter, the Apostle Paul reviews his arguments of how Jesus Fulfills all the types and shadows of the Old Testament and fulfills all the law for us. The law only brings sins to remembrance. Jesus Christ delivers us so that God remembers our sins no more. The law could never make any man perfect. Jesus Christ has forever perfected the elect of God! These wonderful conclusions show us our security in the finished work of Jesus Christ.

"Our Great Mediator" • Hebrews 9:15-28 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Our salvation is complete in Jesus Christ. This is made clear by the Apostle Paul when he shows us that Jesus wrote the testament of Eternal Salvation before the world began. Jesus certified the testimony by His death on the death. Jesus rose from the dead and mediates the testimony in the new birth, justification, and eternal security. What comfort we have that nothing was left to man to finish the work. It truly is finished!

"Saul's Repentance" • 1st Samuel 24 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. In his continued survey of the life of David, Brother Jonah teaches about how King Saul realizes that David has been acting more righteous than he has. "A Greater and More Perfect Tabernacle" • Hebrews 9:6-14 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. In this fourth sermon on the superior of Jesus over the old tabernacle, Elder Lowrance shows how the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross frees us to worship God in thankfulness and live our lives for others. When we realize that we are set free from the law of sin and death in Jesus, our conscience is free to worship God in spirit and in truth.

“Brotherly Conduct” • 1st Samuel 24 - Brother Jonah Lowrance Continuing in his historical account of the life of David, Brother Jonah teaches how fellow children of God should treat one another. In particular, obedient disciples should continue to love and show compassion toward those fellow children of God who are not following the will of God. "Cherubim and The Mercy Seat" • Hebrews 9:5 - Elder Bryce Lowrance Part of understanding how Jesus is a better tabernacle than the one Moses built is to see how all of the elements and ceremonies in the old tabernacle pointed toward the work of Jesus Christ on the cross. In this sermon, Elder Bryce shows the wonders of the omnipresence, omniscience, and omnipotence of God represented in the Cherubim over the ark. One of the most amazing things to see in this image is that all the power of God looks at the mercy seat for justification. This image shows that God sees salvation complete in His Son. Our hope is in the finished work of Jesus Chris plus nothing.

“A Better Tabernacle” Part 2 • Hebrews 9:3-5 - Elder Bryce Lowrance The Old Testament Covenant of Worship taught the children of Israel and us that perfection was required in order to be in fellowship with a Holy God. The various items in the tabernacle and temple were pictures of Jesus Christ. Elder Lowrance continues his explanations of the types and shadows in the Holiest of Holies discussing the golden scepter, the manna, Aaron's rod, the ark, and the tables of the covenant.

"Two Ways Two Approach Difficulties" • 1st Samuel 23 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Contrasting the actions of King Saul and David, Brother Jonah teaches that we should not assume God's will for our lives based just on passed deliverances. We need to seek His will all the time. The best way to find the will of God is under gospel teaching in His church (Ephesians 4:11-16) “A Better Tabernacle” • Hebrews 9:1-2 - Elder Bryce Lowrance The Old Testament Covenant of Worship taught the children of Israel and us that perfection was required in order to be in fellowship with a Holy God. The various items in the tabernacle and temple were pictures of Jesus Christ. In this first sermon about those types and shadows of Christ, Elder Bryce teaches about the various things in the first part of the holy tabernacle. All of these elements point toward Jesus being a greater and more perfect tabernacle (vs. 11) for us.

“A Better Covenant” • Hebrews 8:6-13 - Elder Bryce Lowrance The Apostle Paul has already proven the superiority of Jesus Christ over many things in the letter to the Hebrews. He now moves toward one of the high points of the letter with Jesus being the Mediator of a better covenant. Elder Lowrance uses several examples in the Bible that show how God interacts with mankind based on various covenants. In each of these, he shows how God progressively revealed what was truly needed for salvation – perfection. That perfection is found in the everlasting covenant of grace. And since we have eternal salvation in that covenant, we now can and should worship according to the New Testament manner in simple thanksgiving.

"The Better Way" • Hebrews 7:11-8:6 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Perfection, that is what is required for us to be saved and spend eternity with God in glory. That perfection did not come through the Levitical priesthood. Neither does it come from anything in man's will or abilities. Perfection came through Jesus Christ. Our perfect Great High Priest made the perfect offering of Himself on the cross, and we are perfect in Him.

"The Better Way" • Hebrews 7:11-8:6 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Perfection, that is what is required for us to be saved and spend eternity with God in glory. That perfection did not come through the Levitical priesthood. Neither does it come from anything in man's will or abilities. Perfection came through Jesus Christ. Our perfect Great High Priest made the perfect offering of Himself on the cross, and we are perfect in Him.

"Mechisedec's Superior Priesthood?" • Hebrews 7:4-10 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. After a brief review of who Melchisedec was from the first three verses, Elder Lowrance teaches that he was superior to Abraham in that Abraham paid tithes to him and he blessed Abraham. If Melchisedec is greater than Abraham, a priest after that same order is greater than Abraham as well. Therefore, Jesus Christ, our Great High Priest, is greater than Abraham.  "David Flees from Saul" • 1st Samuel 19:1-23:5 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. David's two flights from Saul show a contrast between man's wisdom and God's blessing. The first time David runs he relies on the Lord and is protected. The second time he runs, he relies on his own wisdom and it is a disaster until he prays to God.

"The Trinity Proves Grace" Brother Jonah Lowrance. Since the doctrine of the Trinity proves that Jesus is God in the flesh, we have a better understanding of what salvation by grace truly means. Just as God spoke the universe into existence with His irresistible word, He speaks into the heart of all the elect and they live solely by His grace! "Who Is Mechisedec?" • Hebrews 7:1-3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Man is full of sin and therefore an offense to the Holy God of heaven. We need a mediator to reconcile us back to God. Jesus Christ is that mediator in the role of King/Priest. Today's message explores the fact that God put a man named Melchisedec in the Biblical record as a clear type of Christ to show that Jesus is an everlasting priest for us!

"The Word of God Dwelling in Us Richly" Brother Jonah Lowrance. Using Saul and David as examples, Brother Jonah shows how having the word of God as a regular part of our daily lives will lead us to do things that are pleasing to the Lord, and bring His blessings into our lives. "The Priest-King" • Psalm 110 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Taking a pause from the expository study of the book of Hebrews, Elder Lowrance speaks from Paul's main text used in the book of Hebrews, Psalm 110. In this Psalm we see that Jesus Christ is our all-sufficient and sure King and Priest. We can rest in hope because Christ is at the right hand of the Father, and all His enemies WILL be made His footstool!

"Our Foundation of Hope” • Hebrews 6:11-20 – Elder Bryce Lowrance. Our world today is clearly a tumultuous mess that can bring great fear to those who do not or cannot see beyond the present terror. However, the Apostle reminds us in this passage that the children of God can have different perspective on things. When we look to and run to Jesus for refuge, we find that the trials of this world are only temporary. Jesus has already anchored our destination in heaven. So, while we sojourn here, we can have a hope of a better day.

Elder Bryce Lowrance - Blessed Assurance, Hebrews 6:9-12 Brother Jonah Lowrance - David and Goliath, 1st Samuel 17

Elder Bryce Lowrance - Blessed Assurance, Hebrews 6:9-12 Brother Jonah Lowrance - David and Goliath, 1st Samuel 17

"Backsliding” • Hebrews 6:4-9 – Elder Bryce Lowrance. In a passage very similar to the "I Am the True Vine" teaching in John 15, the Apostle Paul warns born again children of God to do turn away from the truth and peace that is in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Those who do are not in danger of losing their eternal salvation but they will fill their lives with destruction and sorrow apart from the fellowship of God. Paul also warns that this condition can get so bad that, apart from Divine intervention, they cannot be convinced to repent and return to their Christian walk.

"King Saul Is Troubled" • 1st Samuel 16:14-15 - Brother Jonah Lowrance Brother Jonah opens the preaching service with a short but powerful message that, when we are not following the will of God, our own spirit convicts us. The only way to have peace in our walk with God is to continually seek God's will and not assume because He has blessed us in the past that He will bless us all the time. "The ABC's of Jesus Christ” • Hebrews 6:1-3 – Elder Bryce Lowrance. The Apostle Paul reminds the Hebrew Christians and us that there are basic principles that we must remember and apply in our discipleship or we will not be properly growing in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ. Paul lists six things that roughly group into three categories – 1. The First Steps of a Child of God, 2. The Basics of Church, 3. The Doctrine of Grace.

"Don't Be a Baby” • Hebrews 5:11-14 – Elder Bryce Lowrance. The Apostle Paul gives another warning to the Hebrew Christians encouraging them to keep focused on Jesus Christ and their profession of Him. Part of that diligence includes studying the word of God and applying it to the way we think and live our lives. God intends for us to grow in grace and in our knowledge about Jesus Christ. Therefore, we ought not to be lethargic in our study of His word. Rather, we should be eager and devoted to learning more about Jesus so that we can shine as bright lights in this world so darkened by sin. This message was preached on Sunday, June 16, 2024.

"Our Great High Priest" • Hebrews 4:14-5:10 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. The way to God is guarded from us because of our sin. Therefore, we need a high priest to make intercession for us with a Holy God. Jesus Christ is our Great High Priest. He perfectly fills the role of priest in that He offered Himself once for our sins and is compassionately giving us aide in times of need. "Fear God More than Man" • 1st Samuel 16 & Acts 9 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. As children of God, we have the responsibility to make good choices in our discipleship. Part of those choices includes how we deal with the power of men and the power of God. When we fear men more than we fear God, it does not go well for us. When we fear God rather than fearing what men can do to us, we find that we are on a blessed path of righteousness in God's favor.

"Don't Let Your Zeal Go Beyond the Will of God" • 1st Samuel 15:26 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. King Saul knew that he was doing the will of God in war but he did not listen to how God told him to fight. Therefore, his kingdom was taken away from him and given to another. "Living in the Household of God" • Hebrews 3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Seeing that we are made partakers of eternal salvation by the covenant of grace, we should take part in our eternal life by being active in church today.

"Don't Let Your Zeal Go Beyond the Will of God" • 1st Samuel 15:26 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. King Saul knew that he was doing the will of God in war but he did not listen to how God told him to fight. Therefore, his kingdom was taken away from him and given to another. "Living in the Household of God" • Hebrews 3 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Seeing that we are made partakers of eternal salvation by the covenant of grace, we should take part in our eternal life by being active in church today.

"Jesus Is Superior to the Angels" • Hebrews 2:5-18 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. After a short but clear warning in the first few verses of chapter 2, the Apostle Paul continues his argument that Jesus is superior to the angels that he began in the first chapter. Not only is Jesus superior because He created all things, He has all things put in subjection under Him in the new heaven and new earth as well. The glorious hope of the resurrection is a great comfort to the elect of God who are secured in Jesus Christ by the covenant of redemption and His finished work on the cross.

"Jesus Is Superior to the Angels" • Hebrews 2:5-18 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. After a short but clear warning in the first few verses of chapter 2, the Apostle Paul continues his argument that Jesus is superior to the angels that he began in the first chapter. Not only is Jesus superior because He created all things, He has all things put in subjection under Him in the new heaven and new earth as well. The glorious hope of the resurrection is a great comfort to the elect of God who are secured in Jesus Christ by the covenant of redemption and His finished work on the cross.

"Israel in the Time of David" • 1st Samuel - Brother Jonah Lowrance continues in a series of sermons concerning the life of David, looking closely at the world in which David grew up in as written in 1st Samuel. He breaks down some of Israel's missteps during this time and what they were thinking, warning that we have made the same mistakes and can think the same way the Israelites did then by having a low view of God or following after other false gods. He then recounts Israel's request for a king and the eventual anointing of Saul as king over Israel and how exactly Saul ruled. Brother Jonah then considers how we should desire to live in a way to please our victorious, heavenly King and quickly recalls three things the Lord has done for us and how to call them to mind every day.

“The Final Word” of "Divine Revelation Is Complete" • Hebrews 1:1-2 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Speaking again from the first two verses of the letter to the Hebrews, Elder Lowrance teaches how God progressively revealed His identity and will over the space of 1,500 years by the inspired writings of about 45 men. The apex of this revelation was when Jesus came and taught His disciples. Through the inspiration of the Holy Ghost, those men wrote the words of the New Testament and provided for God's people everything they need to know about God, themselves, and their duty to Him. "The Zeal of Phinehas" • Numbers 25 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah exhorts us to do whatever is necessary to promote the righteousness of God in our lives and the lives of those around us. We should not be concerned with how we are viewed or judged. When God's will is not being obeyed, we must take drastic measures to glorify Him and make intercession for our loved ones.

“The Final Word” of "Divine Revelation Is Complete" • Hebrews 1:1-2 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. Speaking again from the first two verses of the letter to the Hebrews, Elder Lowrance teaches how God progressively revealed His identity and will over the space of 1,500 years by the inspired writings of about 45 men. The apex of this revelation was when Jesus came and taught His disciples. Through the inspiration of the Holy Ghost, those men wrote the words of the New Testament and provided for God's people everything they need to know about God, themselves, and their duty to Him. "The Zeal of Phinehas" • Numbers 25 - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Brother Jonah exhorts us to do whatever is necessary to promote the righteousness of God in our lives and the lives of those around us. We should not be concerned with how we are viewed or judged. When God's will is not being obeyed, we must take drastic measures to glorify Him and make intercession for our loved ones.

"Hannah and the Birth of Samuel" • 1st Samuel - Brother Jonah Lowrance. Hannah was barren but greatly desired a son. She prayed to God with the promise to devote him to the service of God. God answered her prayer and gave her Samuel. This shows us that God is delighted to answer prayers that ultimately lead to His glory. "What God Says About Jesus" • Hebrews 1:4-14 - Elder Bryce Lowrance. The Apostle Paul makes a two-pronged defense of the superiority of Jesus Christ over the angels. The first argument is that Jesus is God. Jesus is the Son; angels are His servants. Christ is King; angels are His subjects. Jesus is the Creator; angels are created beings. Therefore, He is higher than the angels and deserves our praise and worship.