Podcasts about royal priesthood

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1 Peter 2:4-10 (focus: 4&5)February 8, 2026Pastor Nick Shaffer

(1 Peter 2:9-10; Acts 2:1-13) As we begin our new series exploring who we are as a church, we encounter a title that might feel unsettling or reserved for a select few: A Royal Priesthood. As Iain unpacks this key identity marker, we are challenged to move past the stereotypes of robes and rituals to understand our true purpose as believers. We discover that when God calls us into His priesthood; He equips us in our weakness for His glory. Join us today as we explore what this key part of ASBC's identity means for us as a Church.

Chosen People in a Spiritual Priesthood (1 Peter 2:4-10)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. Message Slides The Message of 1 Peter - SwindollDid the Church Replace Israel -SwindollDivine Sovereignty and Human Responsibility - SchreinerINTRODUCTION: The Rock Talking about StonesChrist and the Family StoneThe Church is a Living House of Worshipping Priests• Chosen by God & Rejected by Men: Christ is the foundation of God's plan (2:4).• Spiritual House & Holy Priesthood: The Church is a living house of worship (2:5).Christ the CornerstoneOur Response to Jesus Christ is the Central Issue• Character: Christ is chosen by God and precious to believers (2:6).• Response: Christ gives you a clear decision to make about who He is (2:7-8). - For believers: Jesus is precious and the culmination of God's redemptive plan. - For unbelievers: Jesus is rejected and a cause for falling away from God.The Church — His PeopleThe Church is a People of Praise• Character: The church is a community formed by the purposes of God (2:9a). Chosen People - Royal Priesthood - Holy Nation - Belonging to God• Purpose: The right response to the glories of our new identity is praise (2:9b).• Creation: The people of God become who they are by receiving His mercy (2:10)The glories of salvation bring believers into a privileged communitywho have welcomed Christ as their Saviorand praise Him for His redemptive mercies.“From Glory to Glory”(The Story of the Bible)To glorify God by being like him,a form of imitation or following, as the OT frequently asserts,is what was planned for humans. Abraham KuruvillaHome Church QuestionsChosen and Rejected (2:4)1. When you hear the word “chosen,” what emotions come up? Warmth? Pressure? Skepticism? Gratitude? Confusion? (Why?)2. What's one moment in life when you felt truly “included” or “welcomed”? What made it meaningful? How does that compare to times you felt “rejected”?3. When have you felt the tension of following Christ while being misunderstood or rejected? What did you do with that pain? Did it draw you toward Christ or away?Spiritual House & Holy Priesthood (2:5)4. What makes it hard for you to be truly known in Christian community—pride, fear of being a burden, fear of judgment, past wounds? What would help you feel more safe?The Character and Purpose of the Church (2:6-10)5. 6. What are subtle ways mature believers can still “reject” Jesus? Peter gives four identity statements for the church: “Chosen People, Royal Priesthood, Holy Nation, A People for His Own Possession”.•Which identity phrase do you most need to hear right now? Why?•Which one feels hardest to believe about yourself?7. When have you seen someone's life proclaim Christ more powerfully than their words? What did that look like? What did it stir in you?8. What is one specific way you need the priesthood of other believers right now? What is one way you can offer priestly ministry to someone else this week?FinancesWeekly Budget 34,615Giving For 01/18 36,222Giving For 01/25 28,180 YTD Budget 1,038,462Giving 984,950 OVER/(UNDER) (53,512)Fellowship Night of WorshipJoin us tonight at 6:00 p.m. as we gather in a circle with the band on the floor alongside the congregation, creating an intimate and meaningful space to begin the year together. Childcare is available for children 6 years and younger. To reserve childcare, please text Shanna Franklin at (501) 336-0332.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Equipping - Register at fellowshipconway.org/equipping• Faithful and Fruitful is a five-week course designed to help you live with greater purpose, clarity, and faithfulness by stewarding the key areas God has entrusted to you. Through biblical teaching, practical wisdom, and guided reflection, this course invites participants to align everyday decisions with eternal values—becoming more intentional, generous, and fruitful in every season of life. This course starts February 8th!• Biblical Indispensable Relationships: Ever feel like navigating the relationships in your life is more like steering through a maze—where one friend or co-worker can push every button you have, and others leave you wishing for something deeper and more meaningful? You're not alone. Join Michael Mercer for a transformative four-week journey into Biblical Indispensable Relationships. This course starts February 15th!Fellowship Women's Conference - Choosing Faith over FearJoin us February 21 from 9:30 a.m to 3:30 p.m. for a meaningful day as women from our own church share powerful stories of choosing faith over fear. You'll be encouraged, equipped with practical resources for life's storms, and reminded of God's goodness and faithfulness. This is a special opportunity to grow together in faith and community. Cost: $25 (includes lunch). Register at fellowshipconway.org/women. For childcare, please text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Registration & childcare deadline is February 15. Speakers: Charlotte Strickland, Heather Harrison, Susie Walker, Heather Kendrick, & Cathy LeeFellowship Men's MusterMen's Muster is April 17-19, 2026. Senior Teaching Pastor, Chris Moore, will be our speaker, and the weekend promises to be great for growing spiritually and connecting deeply with other men. Cost is $135 or $85 for a college/High School student. If money is an issue, please check “contact me” button. We will reach out to see what you are able to pay. Register at fellowshipconway.org/men Souper SundayFellowship, we're collecting food items for Bethlehem House on Sunday, February 8. Items that are needed: Hearty soups, canned chili, spaghetti sauce, Tuna Helper, canned meats, and Knorr brand pastas. Please bring a few cans or flats and drop them off in the Atrium. Let's come together and see the difference we can make.​Fellowship SurveyThe elders would like to thank the church body for tremendous participation with the survey. We had 430 submissions! Thank you for the time and care you took to share your input. The elders are now beginning the process of prayerfully and thoroughly reviewing the responses and comments, seeking the Lord's wisdom and direction.

Welcome to the first episode of Season 5 on The Promise Perspective Podcast! This episode marks a shift in how we approach the gospel—and how we read the Scriptures as a whole.Rather than beginning with conclusions, this conversation/episode/podcast season invites you to slow down and reconsider the foundations: how the Hebrew Scriptures, the words of the prophets, and the testimony of Messiah all belong to one unified story moving toward fulfillment.In this episode, we will discuss:What Scripture actually means when it says “according to the Scriptures”Why Messiah said Moses wrote about HimHow the priesthood, sacrifices, and Torah functioned as shadowsWhat it truly means for Messiah to fulfill rather than abolishAnd why misunderstanding the word “fulfillment” has created confusion on both extremesThis season is not about reviving old systems OR dismissing them—it's about clarity. It's about learning how to honor what was given without returning to what has already reached its intended purpose.If you've ever felt tension between obedience and grace…If you've wondered why some commandments are no longer practiced physically…If you've sensed that the gospel is richer and more layered than what you've heard or been taught…Episode 1 is your invitation to join me in a brand new season, in which we will spend time reasoning through the Scriptures the way the apostles did—allowing Messiah to be revealed, not assumed.The shadows were real. The substance is greater. And we are being called to live in that reality.HalleluYAH!! Contact me: stephanie@promise-perspective.comVisit my website: www.promise-perspective.comFollow on Instagram: @the_promise_perspective  Follow on Facebook:   / promiseperspective    Donate on Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/stephanie-green0611Donate on PayPal: http://paypal.me/stephaniegreentppYour support is greatly appreciated ❤️Contact me: stephanie@promise-perspective.comSupport the show

Series: N/AService: Sun AM WorshipType: SermonSpeaker: Matt Lannom

Special guest speaker Joe Kimmel speaks to us today about the church and priesthood.--------------------------------------Connect with us!Our website: https://avillage.churchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/avillageccInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/avillage.church/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC76u0xIWve9O_TApUjzmFOg

In week three of The Church Imagined series, we explored another identity-shaping image of the church in the New Testament: the Royal Priesthood. 1 Peter 2:9 reminds us that the church is not a building or an organization, but a holy people chosen by God, called out of darkness, and set apart to proclaim His praises.By looking back the role of the Jewish priesthood in the Old Testament, we saw how Jesus fulfilled the priestly system once and for all as our Great High Priest. Because of His death, resurrection, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, God has now made the church itself His royal and holy priesthood.The sermon focused on three key aspects of this calling: priestly clothing, priestly duties, and priestly portion. From Colossians 3, we were challenged to “put on” spiritual clothing such as compassion, humility, forgiveness, and love. We were also reminded  that just as the priests of old had duties, we too as a royal priesthood have responsibilities today: praying and interceding for others, caring for God's temple by loving one another and using our spiritual gifts, and teaching the Word of Christ through both instruction and example. Finally, we reflected on our greatest inheritance as God's priests: the Lord Himself, our portion now and for eternity.As Christ's church, we are a royal priesthood so that we may proclaim the praises of the One who called us out of darkness into His marvelous light. May this truth shape how we live and serve together!

Title: Runway to the Royal Priesthood—How Hebrews Builds the Case for Yeshua as Our Melchizedekian High Priest Episode Description: Are you ready to discover the deeper meaning behind Yeshua's role as our Melchizedekian High Priest? In this powerful episode, Rod Thomas guides you through the Book of Hebrews, revealing how its author builds a compelling case for Yeshua's unique priesthood and what it means for Messianic believers today. What You'll Learn: Why the Melchizedekian priesthood is central to the true faith once delivered How Hebrews connects Yeshua's ministry to Torah, covenant, and spiritual identity The difference between Levitical and Melchizedekian priesthood—and why it matters now Practical responsibilities of believers as royal priests: praise, prayer, teaching, and living set-apart lives The "runway" of Hebrews chapters 1–4: Yeshua's superiority to angels, humanity, Moses, and the promise of true rest Why Listen? If you've ever wondered how Yeshua fulfills the Torah, why the priesthood matters, or how your faith connects to the Kingdom, this episode will equip you with assurance, hope, and a deeper sense of identity in Messiah. Resources & Links: https://www.themessianictorahobserver.org/2025/08/07/hebrews-letter-to-the-drifting-part-7-of-our-melchizedek-series/ Contact Rod: perceptionwp@gmail.com Leave a voice message: SpeakPipe on themessianictorahobserver.org Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts, questions, or testimonies—your journey as a royal priest matters!  

This series of messages was given at Reach Community Church in Melbourne, Australia. For more teaching on this topic refer to Kevin Conner's book ‘Studies in the Royal Priesthood'. Visit Kevinconner.org/royal for more information. NOTE: This final part of the series unfortunately does not having all of the recording, so finishes early. 

This series of messages was given at Reach Community Church in Melbourne, Australia. For more teaching on this topic refer to Kevin Conner's book ‘Studies in the Royal Priesthood'. Visit Kevinconner.org/royal for more information.

Sunday Morning Sermon w/ Pastor David Kuhfal12/21/2025

This series of messages was given at Reach Community Church in Melbourne, Australia. For more teaching on this topic refer to Kevin Conner's book ‘Studies in the Royal Priesthood'. Visit Kevinconner.org/royal for more information.

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This series of messages was given at Reach Community Church in Melbourne, Australia. For more teaching on this topic refer to Kevin Conner's book ‘Studies in the Royal Priesthood'. Visit Kevinconner.org/royal for more information.

Message by Fred Hartsook, recorded live November 30, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church of Bellingham. Scripture read by Ann Hinz. 1 Peter 2:1-5, 9-102 Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice and all guile, insincerity, envy, and all slander. 2 Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation— 3 if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good.4 Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen and precious in God's sight, and 5 like living stones let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.9 But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, in order that you may proclaim the excellence of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people;once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.

This series of messages was given at Reach Community Church in Melbourne, Australia. For more teaching on this topic refer to Kevin Conner's book ‘Studies in the Royal Priesthood'. Visit Kevinconner.org/royal for more information. NOTE: This first part of the series includes sessions 1 and 2, with session 1 unfortunately not having all of the recording. 

Preached at the Anointed People International

Sunday, Nov 16 2025

Preached at the Anointed People International

1 Peter 2:1-12

We are part of God's royal family—how does royalty behave? In this message, Kris Vallotton shares wisdom and insight about what it means to live as royalty. Christians are called to lead boldly with their lives. We have a responsibility to live up to a standard worth inviting others into. Practically speaking, what does that mean? What does it look and sound like in our everyday moments, including challenging situations? How do our personal lives impact the way we show up everywhere else? Listen with us as we hear stories from Kris's life throughout the years and how the Bible instructs us to walk out our lives. We pray that this insightful sermon brings you both encouragement and inspiration that strengthens your faith!

Preached at the Anointed People International

What God Wants | Week 4 | What God Wants: A Royal Priesthood | Pastor Joel Scrivner We are so thankful for all of you who are part of our online family… To connect with Oaks further, please contact us at info@oakschurch.com. Don't forget that we have services every Sunday at 10a CST. You can join us online at / oakschurch or you can come enjoy what God is doing in-person! Don't forget to visit us at www.oakschurch.com where you can give towards our mission and learn more about what Oaks is doing to spread the Message of Jesus.

This week, Pastor Jesse continues leading us through the book of 1 Peter. Pastor Jesse draws out the truth that we are called to live as a 'Royal Priesthood' with Jesus as our cornerstone, and leaves us with a few ways in which we can practically live that out.

As we finish our series on the Royal Priesthood, Pastor Matt Ruckel invites our new Outreach Directors, Josh and Ashley Pope, to share their testimony of how God has sent them into the Harvest from a place of priesthood. Filled with dreams, prophetic words, and confirmations, the journey that the Lord has had the Pope family on is one of radical transformation. May your hearts be stirred to give Him your "Yes" to wherever he is calling you to. If you'd like to apply to join our Outreach Team or learn more about this ministry, go to bighousechurch.com/outreach.Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

As we finish our series on the Royal Priesthood, Pastor Matt Ruckel invites our new Outreach Directors, Josh and Ashley Pope, to share their testimony of how God has sent them into the Harvest from a place of priesthood. Filled with dreams, prophetic words, and confirmations, the journey that the Lord has had the Pope family on is one of radical transformation. May your hearts be stirred to give Him your "Yes" to wherever he is calling you to. If you'd like to apply to join our Outreach Team or learn more about this ministry, go to bighousechurch.com/outreach.Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

Preached at the Anointed People International

Send us a textIn this episode, Pastor Dom teaches about the blessings of God.Ephesians 1:33 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ,1 Peter 2:9 9 But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood,…Deuteronomy 28:13 13 And the Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not be beneath,…Romans 8:37 37 Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.Matthew 14:19-2119 Then He commanded the multitudes to sit down on the grass. And He took the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, He blessed and broke and gave the loaves to the disciples; and the disciples gave to the multitudes. 20 So they all ate and were filled, and they took up twelve baskets full of the fragments that remained. 21 Now those who had eaten were about five thousand men, besides women and children.Romans 8:38-3938 For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, 39 nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.Psalm 68:1919 Blessed be the Lord, Who daily loads us with benefits,… Selah2 Corinthians 1:20 20 For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us.Galatians 5:22-2322 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control…Deuteronomy 28:6-86 “Blessed shall you be when you come in, and blessed shall you be when you go out. 7 “The Lord will cause your enemies who rise against you to be defeated before your face; they shall come out against you one way and flee before you seven ways. 8 “The Lord will command the blessing on you in your storehouses and in all to which you set your hand, and He will bless you in the land which the Lord your God is giving you.Numbers 6:24-2624 ‘May the Lord bless you     and protect you. 25 May the Lord smile on you     and be gracious to you. 26 May the Lord show you his favor     and give you his peace.'

Fresh off his sabbatical, Pastor Ian Thornton continues our series on the Royal Priesthood by diving into the history of biblical priesthood, and contrasting it with what personal priesthood looks like for us. Our perception of royalty and priesthood may be skewed by images of ancient priests and even modern royalty, but we are called to imitate Jesus, our Great High Priest King. May our hearts be encouraged in our royal priestly calling through this word. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

Fresh off his sabbatical, Pastor Ian Thornton continues our series on the Royal Priesthood by diving into the history of biblical priesthood, and contrasting it with what personal priesthood looks like for us. Our perception of royalty and priesthood may be skewed by images of ancient priests and even modern royalty, but we are called to imitate Jesus, our Great High Priest King. May our hearts be encouraged in our royal priestly calling through this word. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

In this powerful message, Pastor Ernest kicks off the new series, "Run Tell That," by diving into 1 Peter 2:1-10. This sermon is an essential guide to understanding your non-negotiable Identity in Christ as a Royal Priesthood and the Strategy for living a counter-cultural life of faith. Learn why your personal testimony is power, and how refusing to share it is a form of spiritual malpractice that impacts both your faith and the growth of the Kingdom.Main Content Summary:Drawing from a deep dive into 1 Peter 2, you will learn:Your Royal Identity: What it means to be a "chosen people, a holy nation, and God's special possession" [23:35], and why you must know this identity to have confidence in your life's assignment.The Cornerstone Strategy: Jesus as the Living Stone and Cornerstone—the only solid rock amidst the world's sinking sand [04:48].The Responsibility of a Priest: How our identity in Christ comes with a mandate—to "declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness" [30:41].Your Testimony is Power: Using the example of the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4), Pastor Ernest shows how a single, shared "word" or personal experience can be the instrument of salvation for an entire community [42:58].

Scripture tells us that we are more than believers—we are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, set apart to carry God's presence into every part of life (1 Peter 2:9). Pastor Matt Ruckel begins this new series that was born out of a revelation in Acts 13 where the believers were not simply singing songs, they were ministering to the Lord as priests. Join us throughout the month of October as we practically dive into this revelation, expecting the Lord to transform the outlook of our everyday lives. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

Scripture tells us that we are more than believers—we are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, set apart to carry God's presence into every part of life (1 Peter 2:9). Pastor Matt Ruckel begins this new series that was born out of a revelation in Acts 13 where the believers were not simply singing songs, they were ministering to the Lord as priests. Join us throughout the month of October as we practically dive into this revelation, expecting the Lord to transform the outlook of our everyday lives. Big House Church is cultivating a community of passionate worshippers who partner with Jesus to create a kingdom culture on earth as it is in heaven. We regularly meet on Sundays @ 9 & 11 AM at the Zeider Theater in Town Center Virginia Beach.Learn more at www.bighousechurch.com.

Tommy Moon

Sovereign Grace Bible Church of Ada, OK

1 Peter 2:9 reminds us that followers of Jesus are God's chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, and His treasured possession. This sermon explores what it means to...

In 1 Peter 2.9 Peter quotes from the Old Testament and tells his audience that they are a royal priesthood.  What exactly does that mean?  Today Jon offers some applications that should touch all of our lives. Wish to talk about this further or have Jon speak at your next event?  Contact Jon at jon@christianoutdoors.org.  

In this episode, Pastor Cindy talks about the importance of living a life of holiness to the Lord. She talks about the example that was given in the old testament when the tabernacle was prepped for the presence of God. The detailed steps showcased God's desire for reverence and holiness. The tabernacle was a foreshadowing of Christ – his shedding of blood for our sins and the tearing of the veil between us and God. His desire for holiness hasn't changed in the new covenant. We, his people, are a Royal Priesthood, and our hearts must be pure and solely surrendered to Him.    Scripture references: John 15, 1 Peter 1-2, Exodus 28, 1 Samuel 14:41, Leviticus 19:2, Hebrews 5:1-14, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26.   Order your copy of Cindy's new book, NEW MOVES OF GOD Check out Cindy's TV show, CINDY STEWART LIVE. You can register for the 6-week, self paced e-course at COMPELLED TO CHANGE.  Please email Cindy with any questions or comments to cindy@cindy-stewart.com. She'd love to hear from you.  Pastor Cindy's Website  Pastor Cindy's Facebook  Pastor Cindy's Instagram Gathering Website  Gathering Facebook   Check out the other shows from KB PODCAST PRODUCTIONS: THE KINGDOM BRINGER PODCAST with Darin Eubanks Next Level Podcast with Michael McIntyre Super-Natural Living with Beth Packard KINGDOM MASTER MIND PODCAST with Ann McDonald   Podcast music from HOOKSOUNDS.COM    

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This sermon from First Peter Chapter 2 explores what it means to be part of God's royal priesthood as Christians living in a post-Christian society. Pastor emphasizes that believers are called to live set apart in the world to reveal the One who set them apart. Just as the early Christians faced persecution under Emperor Nero, today's believers must maintain their distinct identity while conducting themselves honorably, even toward authorities they may disagree with. The sermon highlights Jesus as the cornerstone of our faith and explains how Christians are living stones being built into a spiritual house.The pastor mentioned that 'our mouth reveals our heart.' How have you seen this play out in your own life or in the lives of others?In verse 2, Peter compares our need for God's Word to a newborn's need for milk. How would you describe your current hunger for Scripture? What practical steps could you take to develop a deeper desire for God's Word?What does it mean that Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith? What happens when we build our lives on other foundations?The sermon emphasized that we are 'living stones' being built into a spiritual house. How does this metaphor change how you view your role in the church?Peter calls believers to 'honor everyone' and even to honor authorities we might disagree with. Why is this so challenging, and how can we practice this in today's polarized society?What does it mean to be part of a 'royal priesthood'? How should this identity affect our daily lives outside the church walls?The pastor stated that 'any gospel that does not require submission to Christ and the denial of our flesh is a false gospel.' How have you seen this truth challenged in today's culture?How would you answer the pastor's reflection question: 'What has changed about me since becoming a disciple of Christ?'Support the show

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Expositional style teaching of Exodus CH 19:6-6 addressing the divine purpose of the nation of Israel called out to be a Kingdom of Priests. We will expound on our text looking into some of the historic implications regarding to this calling, as well on how this tie into our calling as Christians to be a Royal Priesthood, in the hopes to graciously stress the importance of our walk today, for the future Kingdom to come. Taught by Assistant Pastor Mac at Calvary Kaneohe Hawaii.

Expositional style teaching by Pastor Mac of Exodus CH 19:6-6 addressing the divine purpose of the nation of Israel called out to be a Kingdom of Priests.  We will expound on our text looking into some of the historic implications regarding to this calling, as well on how this ties into our calling as Christians to be a Royal Priesthood, in the hopes to graciously stress the importance of our walk today, for the future Kingdom to come.Social MediaProphecy Website: http://jdfarag.orgMobile/TV Apps: https://subsplash.com/calvarychapelkaneohe/app Church Website: http://www.calvarychapelkaneohe.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/JDFaragFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JDFaragInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/JDFarag