Podcasts about Sodom

In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss I John - Chapter 5.

#top .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-0d37d1ae838c74819741778ef8321015{ padding-bottom:10px; } body .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-0d37d1ae838c74819741778ef8321015 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{ font-size:25px; } .av-special-heading.av-gs9o3p-0d37d1ae838c74819741778ef8321015 .av-subheading{ font-size:15px; } Through My Bible Yr 03 – March 17Luke 9:57 – 10:12 LISTEN HERE Through My Bible – March 17 Luke 9:57 – 10:12 (EHV) https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/tmb-ehv/03-0317db.mp3 See series: Through My Bible Luke 9 Follow Jesus 57 As they went on the way, a man said to him, “I will follow you wherever you go.” 58 Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.” 59 He said to another man, “Follow me!” But he said, “Lord, first let me go and bury my father.” 60 Jesus told him, “Let the dead bury their own dead, but you go and proclaim the kingdom of God.” 61 Another man also said, “I will follow you, Lord, but first let me say good-bye to those at my home.” 62 Jesus told him, “No one who puts his hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God.” Jesus Appoints Seventy-Two Luke 10 1 After this, the Lord appointed seventy-two [1] others and sent them out two by two ahead of him [2] to every town and place where he was about to go. 2 He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. So ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest field. 3 Go your way. Look, I am sending you out as lambs among wolves. 4 Do not carry a money bag or traveler's bag or sandals. Do not greet anyone along the way. 5 Whenever you enter a house, first say, ‘Peace be to this house.' 6 And if a peaceful person is there, your peace will rest on him, but if not, it will return to you. 7 Remain in that same house, eating and drinking what they give you, because the worker is worthy of his pay. Do not keep moving from house to house. 8 Whenever you enter a town and they welcome you, eat what is set before you. 9 Heal the sick who are in the town and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near you.' 10 “But whenever you enter a town and they do not welcome you, go out into its streets and say, 11 ‘Even the dust from your town that clings to our feet, we wipe off against you. Nevertheless know this: The kingdom of God has come near.' 12 I tell you, it will be more bearable for Sodom on that day than for that town. Footnotes Luke 10:1 Some witnesses to the text read seventy (also in verse 17). Luke 10:1 Literally before his face #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-aocsdx-89cb4ca21532423cf697fc393b6fcee0{ height:10px; } The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version®, EHV®, © 2019 Wartburg Project, Inc. All rights reserved. #top .hr.hr-invisible.av-4vzadh-3f04b370105df1fd314a2a9d83e55b26{ height:50px; } Share this entryShare on FacebookShare on LinkedInShare by MailLink to FlickrLink to InstagramLink to Vimeo

In this podcast Pastor Troy Smothermon continues a series on prayer by focusing on intercessory prayer—standing in the gap for others—and urges believers to pray with passion, persistence, and urgency because God often waits for His people to pray before moving. He challenges men to lead their homes spiritually, highlights the power of agreement in prayer, and calls the church to pray for the Roswell-to-Artesia valley, the state of New Mexico, and even nations God places on their hearts. Using examples from Abraham's intercession for Sodom, watchmen in Isaiah, and the church's constant prayer for Peter in Acts, he teaches that intercession invites God into situations, should include praying God's promises and protection, and is an act of love that shifts focus from self to others.

Have you ever wondered what it means to truly pray in Jesus' name? Pastor Adam unveils how prayer connects us to both a transcendent God who rules the universe and an intimate Father who counts the hairs on our head. Through vivid biblical examples—from Abraham negotiating over Sodom to Paul being divinely redirected in Macedonia—we discover prayer as a dynamic conversation, not a lifeless ritual. This compelling message reveals how invoking Jesus' name isn't just a closing phrase, but a powerful declaration of our heavenly citizenship that changes everything. Don't miss this transformative exploration of prayer that will revolutionize your relationship with God and unlock new power in your spiritual life.Thank you for tuning into today's message at Bold City Church! We pray it encourages you in your faith. Share with a friend who could use these words, too! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @boldcitychurchDownload our app on iOS and Android

In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss I John - Chapter 4.

On Today's Show: Dennis explores the story of Lot's wife, who turned into a pillar of salt for looking back at the destruction of Sodom. He delves into the concept of the "Lot's wife syndrome," where people get stuck in the past and resist moving forward. Dennis also discusses the importance of loving the stranger, citing the biblical story of Abraham's interactions with the people of Sodom and Gomorrah. He argues that this concept is crucial for civilization to progress and that it's a key theme in the Torah.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bible study session focusing on Judges chapters 19 and 20, focusing on the themes of immorality, the consequences of sin, and the necessity of eradicating evil. Matthew emphasizes how, during a time when "every man did what was right in his own eyes," Israel fell into deep depravity, paralleling the story of Sodom.   Key Highlights & Themes: The Levite and his Concubine: The story begins with a Levite taking back his unfaithful concubine from Bethlehem. The narrative focuses on their journey and the lack of hospitality in Israel. The Depravity of Gibeah: Upon arriving in Gibeah, a city of Benjamin, the travelers face a scenario similar to Sodom, where men of the city demand to sexually assault the Levite. Instead, the concubine is brutally abused all night. The Aftermath: The Levite finds his concubine dead at the threshold, cuts her body into twelve pieces, and sends them throughout Israel to incite action against this wickedness. Israel Unites for Justice: The tribes of Israel gather as one, demanding the Benjamites turn over the wicked men. Benjamin refuses, leading to a civil war. War and God's Guidance: After initially losing battles, Israel seeks God's counsel and eventually defeats the tribe of Benjamin, eradicating the city of Gibeah and almost the entire tribe (32:39).Lessons and Applications: The Danger of Compromise:  Bro. Matthew warns that sin in one's life can lead to uncontrollable consequences and that trying to live with the world brings ruin. The Spirit World:  Bro. Matthew contrasts physical actions with spiritual evil, asserting that some behavior is purely demonic and cannot be explained away by science. Perseverance in Righteousness:  Using the example of Israel's persistence against Benjamin, Bro. Matthew highlights the need to fight until sin is completely destroyed. Restoration:  Bro. Matthew emphasizes that believers should seek to restore fallen brethren in a spirit of meekness rather than gossiping or judging.  

Mother Miriam Live - March 11th, 2026 Mother shares an article about Blessed Karl of Austria by Crisis Magazine publisher Eric Sammons. Mother gives advice to a caller whose Protestant wife is resistant to conversion and responds to questions about whether the people involved in the Epstein files are possessed by demons, why some misinterpret the grave sin of Sodom and Gomorrah, and whether "the church conservatives" can deny you reconciliation because of a spouse's refusal to convert.

Pastor Bryan discusses several faithful choices Abram made in Genesis 13-14. A big idea of his sermon is that "every decision you make reveals your allegiance." That is, our decisions show which king we're aligned with. We should be aligned to the right King, Jesus! The King of Peace and Righteousness. Like Abram, lets renounce "Sodom" and receive "Salem." -Featuring Bryan Ost

In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss I John - Chapter 3.

What does real hospitality look like? In this episode, Pastor Joseph Spurgeon opens Genesis 18 and shows that hospitality is not a soft, optional extra. It is a masculine Christian duty rooted in the very character of God. Abraham welcomed strangers under the oaks of Mamre, and in doing so became a model for faithful men everywhere. This first installment lays the groundwork. Joseph defines biblical hospitality as love for the stranger expressed through welcome, provision, and protection under rightful authority. He traces that theme from Eden to Christ, showing that hospitality begins with God Himself. He also argues that this duty is woven into creation, written on the heart, and required of Christian men, families and churches. This is a call to recover real Christian hospitality in a world of performance, pride, and counterfeit virtue. Chapter Breaks00:00 Cold open: Abraham welcomes strangers at Mamre05:38 Hebrews 13:2 and episode introduction07:49 Hospitality in Afghanistan, Palestine, and the Islamic world10:06 Why Christian hospitality must be more than cultural performance12:02 Defining biblical hospitality16:54 Romans 12 and the mercies of God as the foundation of obedience18:56 Eden, creation, and God as the first host24:24 Christ, the gospel, and the welcome of God30:16 Personal story: God’s provision in seminary35:15 Hospitality, natural law, and the image of God37:56 Lot, Sodom, and hospitality as moral resistance47:54 The Good Samaritan and the law written on the heart50:43 Application: the duty to practice hospitality now54:18 Preview of the coming episodes on hospitality56:38 Final charge and outro About the ShowThe Patriarchy Podcast features in-depth conversations on faith, culture, theology, and leadership. Each episode equips Christians to live boldly and biblically in an age of compromise, exploring the challenges and opportunities of standing firm for truth in the modern world. Support the MissionWe’re still raising funds to expand Sovereign King Academy and keep tuition affordable for families. Want to invest in the future of Christ’s Kingdom?Give here: https://sovereignkingacademy.com Connect with The Patriarchy PodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePatriarchyPodcastSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/58tm5zjzApple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/f3ruzrsaWebsite & All Links: https://linktr.ee/thepatriarchypodcast Follow Joseph Spurgeon:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatriarchyPodcastX/Twitter: https://x.com/PatriarchyPodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatriarchypodcastGab: https://gab.com/thepatriarchypodcast Sponsored BySteadfast Cigars – For men who reject passivity and take dominionOrder: https://steadfastcigars.com/ Fit Father Project – Dr. Balduzzi built the Fit Father Project to help men stop drifting, reclaim discipline, and get strong for life. If you're ready to take ownership of your health, don’t wait. This is the first real step toward lasting strength for your body, your family, and your legacy.Start: https://secure.fitfatherproject.com/a/transformation/4539 Books by Joseph Spurgeon:It’s Good to Be a Boy – https://a.co/d/7zpEh5DIt’s Good to Be a Girl – https://a.co/d/6VlBTzS Final Call to ActionSubscribe for more conversations that sharpen men for battle.Turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.Like and share to support biblical masculinity. hospitality, biblical hospitality, Abraham, Genesis 18, Hebrews 13:2, entertaining angels, Christian hospitality, masculine virtue, patriarchy, biblical masculinity, love of strangers, provision, protection, welcome, Romans 12, mercy of God, image of God, natural law, Lot, Sodom, Good Samaritan, household, church, family leadership, Christian living, covenant theology, Abrahamic faith, kingdom building, Christian duty, pastoral teaching

March 8, 2026 - Sunday AM Sermon This episode examines what it means to listen to Jesus amid the cacophony of modern voices, using the Transfiguration (Mark 9 / Matthew 17) and the Apostle Peter's letter (2 Peter) as the lens. Neal reflects on the Mount of Transfiguration—Peter, James, and John's front-row encounter with Jesus—and shows how that moment shaped Peter's later warnings and instruction about truth, doctrine, and discipleship. Topics covered include eyewitness testimony versus "cleverly devised myths," the contrast between faithful teachers and false teachers, and the fourfold impact of listening to Christ: shaping our message, influencing our character, determining our influence, and deciding our eternal destiny. The episode walks through specific biblical examples Peter uses (the fallen angels, the Flood/Noah, Sodom and Gomorrah, Balaam) and explains how prior judgment points to future judgment. Practical connections are drawn to today's culture of influencers, marketing, and media noise (with contemporary illustrations mentioned in the talk), and the episode emphasizes how Christians should test teaching by Scripture and by the fruit it produces. Neal urges listeners to guard their ears, pursue true knowledge of Jesus that transforms life, and respond in faith—repentance, baptism, and renewed attention to the Word—so they will be found holy and blameless when the Lord returns. This is a sermon-style episode featuring the preacher's exposition of 2 Peter and Mark 9, intended for listeners who want clear, biblically rooted guidance on discerning truth, cultivating godly character, and living under the authority of Christ's voice.   Handout:  LISTENING TO JESUS (2 Peter) — Neal Pollard    According To 2 Peter....    I. LISTENING TO JESUS AFFECTS OUR ________________________________      A. Is It A __________________-Moved Message?      B. Or Is It _______________ Devised ___________________?    II. LISTENING TO JESUS INFLUENCES OUR __________________________    III. LISTENING TO JESUS IMPACTS OUR _____________________________       A. True Teachers __________________ People __________________________       B. False Teachers __________________ People _________________________    IV. LISTENING TO JESUS DETERMINES OUR ___________________________    Conclusion    A. The Father Didn't Say _____________ Or ___________ Him, But, "_____________ To Him!"    Duration 33:28

What do Melchizedek, Sodom and Gamora, Balaam and Balak, Phinehas, King Eglon, Ruth, King Rehoboam, King Nahash, Sanballat and Tobiah, ancient mythical gods Chemosh, Melchom, and Baal all have in common? One man named Lot. Lot, the nephew of Abraham, seems like a side character in the book of Genesis. His role, however, has great historical significance in the books of the bible.Though being involved in many unfortunate situations and making very bad choices, the story of Lot has theological significance that we may not see at first. Beyond being the father of a few of Israel's enemies and advancing the biblical story in some regards, the Apostle Peter makes a statement that prompts a “lot” of questions. In the book of 2 Peter, the Apostle describes Lot as righteous and a man greatly distressed by evil conduct. Though many may not have thought of Lot in this way, digging into the details will give us the answers as to why Peter says this.In this message, we look over the story of Lot and his relationship to Abraham. We will see his significance to biblical history and answer the questions of why the Apostle Peter calls him righteous.Pastor Forrest Smith

In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss I John - Chapter 2..

In this weekend edition of Timeless Wisdom, Dennis Prager explores the story of Lot and his family in the book of Genesis. He delves into the complexities of Lot's character, discussing his offer to save his daughters from the mob and the implications of his actions. Dennis also examines the themes of hospitality, morality, and the consequences of one's choices. He shares his insights on why Lot's decision to save his daughters, rather than the men, reveals a deeper issue with the society of Sodom. This thought-provoking conversation will leave you questioning the nature of morality and the importance of standing up for what's right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Genesis Study – Session 8 | Abraham's Journey of Faith (Genesis 13–15) In this study through Genesis 13–15, we continue following the life of Abraham—the man the Bible calls the father of faith. His journey shows us what it looks like to walk with God through victories, mistakes, and spiritual growth. After leaving Egypt, Abraham and Lot separate as their wealth grows. Lot chooses the land near Sodom, following what looks good to the eye, while Abraham continues learning to trust God. When Lot is later captured during a regional war, Abraham rescues him, demonstrating courage and growing faith. Following this victory, Abraham encounters Melchizedek, the king of Salem and priest of the Most High God, who brings bread and wine and blesses him. Abraham rejects the offer of reward from the king of Sodom, choosing instead to trust God as his provider. The chapter then moves into one of the most powerful moments in Scripture—God making a covenant with Abraham. In this covenant, God alone passes between the sacrifice pieces, revealing that He Himself will guarantee the promise. This ultimately points forward to Jesus Christ, who fulfills the covenant for humanity. This message reminds us that Abraham was not perfect—he made mistakes—but he continued to follow God. Through his faith, God began the plan that would eventually bring salvation to the whole world. Key Themes in This Message • Faith over fear • The danger of following what “looks good” (Lot and Sodom) • Guarding our hearts and eyes • The enemy's true goal: souls, not possessions • God's covenant faithfulness • God's plan of salvation through Abraham's line Abraham's story reminds us that God isn't looking for perfect people—He is looking for people who will trust Him and stay faithful on the journey.

Chapter 5! On preparing the dough... with a new mishnah that explains that all of the grain-offerings are matzah (unleavened), with two exceptions. Plus, a discussion on how leavening was used. Plus, an important genealogy on the descendants of Rabbi Elazar ben Azariah (who himself could trace back to Ezra). Also, a gripping aggadic story about Abraham (the patriarch), the Destruction of the Temple, and the destiny of the Jewish people, as mirroring the negotiation between God and Abraham with regard to the destruction of Sodom and Gemorrah and divine punishment.

Stand in the Breach Genesis 18:32 “ Then he said, “Oh, do not let the Lord be angry if I speak just once more. Suppose ten are found there.” He answered, “For the sake of ten, I will not destroy it.” This verse comes from a discussion between God and Moses. Let me read you the whole conversation, so you have the context. This section follows immediately the one in which God promises Sarah and Abraham that they will have a son. In this section, God wonders if He should hide from Abraham what He is about to do to Sodom and Gomorrah, and He decides He shouldn't. He has chosen Abraham to teach His children right from wrong, and so He decides to tell him the judgment He is about to hand down to Sodom and Gomorrah. Let's read from Genesis 18:20-33. “Then the Lord said, “How great is the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah and how very grave their sin!  I must go down and see whether they have done altogether according to the outcry that has come to me; and if not, I will know.” So the men turned from there and went toward Sodom, while Abraham remained standing before the Lord. Then Abraham came near and said, “Will you indeed sweep away the righteous with the wicked? Suppose there are fifty righteous within the city; will you then sweep away the place and not forgive it for the fifty righteous who are in it?  Far be it from you to do such a thing, to slay the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous fare as the wicked! Far be that from you! Shall not the Judge of all the earth do what is just?”  And the Lord said, “If I find at Sodom fifty righteous in the city, I will forgive the whole place for their sake.”  Abraham answered, “Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord, I who am but dust and ashes.  Suppose five of the fifty righteous are lacking? Will you destroy the whole city for lack of five?” And he said, “I will not destroy it if I find forty-five there.”  Again, he spoke to him, “Suppose forty are found there.” He answered, “For the sake of forty I will not do it.”  Then he said, “Oh, do not let the Lord be angry if I speak. Suppose thirty are found there.” He answered, “I will not do it if I find thirty there.”  He said, “Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord. Suppose twenty are found there.” He answered, “For the sake of twenty, I will not destroy it.” Then he said, “Oh, do not let the Lord be angry if I speak just once more. Suppose ten are found there.” He answered, “For the sake of ten, I will not destroy it.” And the Lord went his way, when he had finished speaking to Abraham; and Abraham returned to his place.” There are at least two things I love about these verses in the Bible. First, I love what it shows us about God. It shows us that God is approachable. It shows us that we can talk with Him and that He will listen. God knows everything. He is the almighty one. He could have very easily shut Abraham down and told him it was none of his business how God handled those cities. He could have been offended because Abraham was questioning Him and His judgment. He didn't do either of these things. He listened to Abraham, He allowed Abraham to make His case, and He agreed to spare the lives of the righteous. This shows us how compassionate God is. It also shows us his mercy as well. He was willing to have mercy on the whole town for the sake of a few righteous people, as few as 10 righteous people. According to the internet, about 1,200 people lived in those cities at the time of destruction. Can you imagine having mercy on 1190 people who are doing awful things, including child sacrifice, just because there are 10 among them who are doing the right thing? That is how much God wants all of us to be saved. He is willing to give us so many chances. He was willing to spare the whole city for the sake of a few. We tend to think a lot less about God's mercy and think more about His judgment and how He is just looking for us to mess up. That is not our God. That is not the God in the Bible. When we read scripture, we get to learn who God truly is. The story of Sodom and Gomorrah can be looked at as a story of how harsh God's judgment is. However, if you read the whole story in context, you can see that God did not want to destroy the towns. He was willing to save them even if there were just 10 righteous people in the whole town. However, He couldn't even find 10. The other thing I love about these verses is that Abraham is willing to stand up for those he didn't know. Right before this section, God told Abraham and his wife, Sarah, that they would have a baby. They had tried for a long time, and they were beyond their baby-making years, age-wise. This was going to be a miracle. I would like to think many of us would have done what Abraham did. I would like to think I would have kept asking God to save those people over and over again. The truth is, I don't know if I would have. Would I have been afraid if I pushed God, He would take away the miracle He promised me? Would I have been afraid God would have gotten tired of me asking and punished me in some other way? Would I have been happy if God's focus was on someone else's sin and not my own? I don't know what I would have done. I love what Abraham did, though. He stood up for those he probably didn't even know. He begged God to save the wicked for the sake of the righteous. There was a concept we learned about in Encounter that is similar to intercessory prayer, and yet it seems so much more powerful the way they explained it. When they talked about us interceding for others, they said it's like we are standing in the breach. We stand between them and God, pleading on their behalf. There is a scene in The Lord of the Rings Trilogy that my teacher used as an example. The good guys are being chased by the bad guys. They are crossing over a bridge, and it is collapsing. All of a sudden, a dragon or something comes after them, and the white wizard, the most powerful guy, protecting them, stands strong on the bridge and says, “You shall not pass.” The good guys are able to get away, and the bad guys are not able to pass. When I think about interceding for others, I picture myself standing in the breach and not letting anything bad happen to them. I am standing there to pray for them and ask God to protect them from evil, sickness, sin, and whatever else they need protection from. Abarham was standing in the breech. He was brave enough to stand up and ask God to reconsider His plan. God wants us to stand up for those who don't know any better. He wants us to pray for all the lost souls. He wants us to pray for sinners. He wants us to pray for the wicked. God doesn't want to lose a single one of His children. He wants us all to celebrate with Him in heaven one day, and to do that, we need to pray for those we don't want to pray for. He is calling us to pray for those we don't like, those who are not nice, those who do things we don't approve of. God is calling us to His team to pray for everyone. We have no idea how powerful our prayers can be. You don't know if your prayer can be the one thing that makes the difference between someone going to heaven or hell. What if that person just needed one person to pray for him or her? What if they just needed one person to believe in them? What if. So many saints I have read about have prayed for sinners, lost souls, and even those who have hurt them. Like St. Maria Goretti, who forgave and prayed for her attacker. Stand in the breech for others. Help God bring all his children home! Dear Heavenly Father, I ask you to bless everyone listening to the episode today. Lord, you are so good. You want to bring all of your children home. Please help us to help you. Please help give us the strength to pray for those who have hurt us in some way. Please help us to pray for our loved ones who don't know you. Please help us to see that it is never too late with you. You are a merciful God who gives us so many chances to turn back to you. Help us to be brave and pray for those we feel do not deserve our prayers. Convict our hearts of who you want us to pray for, Lord. We love you, and we ask this in accordance with your will and in Jesus's Holy Name, Amen! Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. If this podcast is blessing you, please share it with a friend or leave a review. That simple step helps more people find it. And if there's someone you've been wanting to talk to about Jesus, but you don't know how to begin, send them an episode and let me do the talking. I look forward to meeting you here again tomorrow. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I! God is on your side and we are, both rooting for you! Have a blessed day! Today's Word from the Lord was received in September 2025 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “Stay the course. Be strong in my name. Pray for those who have been deceived. Offer your day to the fallen. 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In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss I John - Chapter 1.

Pastor Levi and Lisa talk about what we learn from the smoke rising from Sodom: God is just, God is merciful, and God keeps covenant, from Genesis 19:27–29; 19:30–38, including: JUDGMENT IS REAL (Gen. 19:27–28), MERCY COMES THROUGH COVENANT (Gen. 19:29; 2 Cor. 5:21), and CONSEQUENCES ARE REAL (Gen. 19:30–38). This is an episode of Pearls & Swine on the Evangel Houghton Podcast from Evangel Community Church, Houghton, Michigan, Match 3, 2026.

Today's episode is dealing the modern day soul sickness which has been with us since the beginning of time but simply has changed forms. Seek the truth above all us. SERVE YOUR PURPOSE!!!Book Reference:The Ascetic Homilies of St. Isaac the Syrian-Homily 2Bible References:Genesis Chapters 6-9 (Noah's Ark)Genesis Chapter 19 (Sodom and Gomorrah)World Of Purpose WhiteboardMiro App:https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVMqzyVG4=/?share_link_id=703476590324Purpose Served Social Media:Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/purpose_servedTwitter-https://twitter.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/purpose.serv...Become a Memberhttps://www.purposeserved.com/forumPurpose Served Website:https://www.purposeserved.comEmail:servedpurpose@gmail.comEmail UsSupport the show

In short: Reject false gospels, repent of sin, trust Christ alone, stand firm in truth, and rejoice in the salvation He gives. 1. The Broad Way and the Narrow Way Many choose religion, works, and self-will instead of surrendering to God. Yet Jesus warned: “Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in thereat: Because strait is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it.” — Matthew 7:13–14 (KJV) People desire sin, not hell — yet sin leads to judgment: “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.” — Romans 6:23 (KJV) ________________________________________ 2. Warning Against False Prophets Jesus repeatedly warned that false teachers would appear religious but deceive many: “Beware of false prophets, which come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.” — Matthew 7:15 (KJV) They speak of works and religion, yet lack true obedience to Christ: “Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many wonderful works? And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.” — Matthew 7:22–23 (KJV) The apostle Paul gave the same warning: “But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.” — Galatians 1:8 (KJV) False teachers: • Preach another gospel • Replace grace with works • Twist Christ's person and work • Lead many on the broad road • Make merchandise of people “And many shall follow their pernicious ways… And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you.” — 2 Peter 2:2–3 (KJV) ________________________________________ 3. Man's Natural Condition Apart from Christ, man is spiritually dead and follows the world and Satan: “And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air…” — Ephesians 2:1–2 (KJV) Yet through Christ, believers have victory: Victory Over Sin “Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him… that henceforth we should not serve sin.” — Romans 6:6 (KJV) Victory Over Satan “That through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil.” — Hebrews 2:14 (KJV) Victory Over the World “For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith.” — 1 John 5:4 (KJV) ________________________________________ 4. Judgment Is Real Rejecting Christ brings severe judgment: “It shall be more tolerable for the land of Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city.” — Matthew 10:15 (KJV) To hear God's Word and refuse it is dangerous: “But he that believeth not shall be damned.” — Mark 16:16 (KJV) Yet even at life's end, repentance is possible — as with the thief on the cross: “And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.” — Luke 23:43 (KJV) ________________________________________ 5. Build on the Rock Those who hear Christ but do not obey build on sand: “And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand.” — Matthew 7:26 (KJV) True salvation is not “doing it my way,” but surrendering to Christ: “Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.” — Matthew 7:21 (KJV) ________________________________________ 6. Exhortation to Believers Believers must stand firm in spiritual warfare: “Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.” — Ephesians 6:11 (KJV) And remain anchored in truth: “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.” — John 17:17 (KJV)

Judges 19 presents one of the darkest and most disturbing chapters in the Book of Judges, exposing just how far Israel had fallen during the era when “there was no king, and everyone did as they saw fit.” Through the story of a Levite, his concubine, and the city of Gibeah, the chapter reveals the complete breakdown of hospitality, justice, priestly responsibility, and covenant faithfulness. Once distinguished from the surrounding nations, Israel now mirrors the moral depravity of Sodom and Gomorrah—only this time, the perpetrators are Israelites themselves. This episode explores the cultural background of concubinage, ancient hospitality expectations, the meaning of “sons of Belial,” and the shocking act that ignites a national crisis among the tribes of Israel. Episode Highlights A Levite Without Compassion  Hospitality Turned Horror  Who Are the Sons of Belial?  When Protection Fails  Support & Engagement If you'd like to support The History of the Bible, visit our Patreon Page. Follow and engage with us on Facebook: The History of the Bible – Facebook Page Your feedback is valuable to us! Share your thoughts and insights via our feedback form. Let us know how our podcast has impacted you or someone you know by filling out our impact form. If you have concerns about any information presented, please inform us via our correction form. Scripture Referenced Judges 19 Judges 21:25 Genesis 19 Deuteronomy 23:17 Leviticus 18 Leviticus 20 1 Samuel 11:7 #Judges19 #BookOfJudges #BiblicalHistory #AncientIsrael #NoKingInIsrael #SonsOfBelial #TribeOfBenjamin #BiblicalJustice #OldTestamentStudies #AncientNearEast #BiblePodcast #HistoryOfTheBible #ScriptureAndCulture #BiblicalArchaeology #HebrewBible #DarkBibleStories #MoralCollapse #IsraeliteHistory #BiblicalNarrative #FaithAndHistory Sources ESV Study Bible ESV Archaeology Study Bible Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible (NIV) New Spirit-Filled Life Bible (NLT) Rose Book of Bible Charts, Maps, and Timelines Satellite Bible Atlas — Barry J. Beitzel The Earth and Its Peoples: A Global History BlueLetterBible.org — Hebrew Lexical Data WorldHistory.org BiblicalArchaeology.org ArmstrongInstitute.org Chabad.org

Abram encounters Melchizedek and responds with generosity, and boldly rejects the king of Sodom, challenging us to decide who we will covenant with and where our trust and provision truly come from. With Pastor Kaleb Allen.

In general and specifically, are we following the Bible in our daily walks? Is society demanding that we follow the Word of God in all that we do? Does our Almighty Father look upon us and frequently say, "Well done, good and faithful servant!" - or is He thinking of us as He thought/thinks of Sodom and Gomorrah? On today's show, we will discuss II Peter - Chapter 3.

What if the “normal” you're living in… isn't normal at all? From a remote island in Metlakatla to the story of Joseph rising to power in Egypt, this message challenges the routines, guilt, addictions, grief, and environments that keep us stuck. Joseph left betrayal and prison behind to step into purpose (Genesis 41). Lot was told not to look back when fleeing Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 19). Both stories carry the same truth: survival and purpose require leaving what's familiar. Are you sitting in a “normal” that is: • Not healthy? • Not producing life? • Not aligned with God's truth? Sometimes normal is just predictable bondage. Sometimes normal is just unchallenged pain. Sometimes normal is the very thing God is calling you to leave. It's time to move forward. Don't look back. Leave normal. #LeaveNormal #MoveForward #FaithOverFear #SundaySermon #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth  #BreakFree #HealingJourney #GodsPlan #PurposeDrivenLife #Transformation #LetGoAndLetGod #NoMoreStuck #ChurchOnline #BiblicalTruth #ForwardNotBack #KingdomMindset #HopeInChrist #NewSeason #WalkByFaith

On Today's Show: Dennis explores the story of Abraham's encounter with God in Genesis. He delves into the significance of Abraham's hospitality and the importance of understanding the context of the story. Dennis also discusses the concept of God's judgment and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, highlighting the moral principles behind God's actions. He argues that God's judgment is not capricious, but rather based on his moral rules, and that the story teaches us about the importance of compassion and justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Subtle Destruction of Looking Back by Autumn Dickson The story of Lot's wife is an intense one. Sodom and Gomorrah was a wicked city, and God commanded Lot to flee with his family and not look back. They are told to leave immediately or be swept away in the destruction. Lot goes and tells his family members that they need to flee, and they laugh at him. Despite trying to warn family, he keeps lingering. It finally gets to the point where the angels grab the hands of Lot, his wife, and his daughters and run. Then Lot's wife looks back. Genesis 19:26 But his wife looked back from behind him, and she became a pillar of salt. Lot's wife was destroyed because she looked back with longing and regret. It seems a bit harsh, but this is true to life. Regardless of how this story played out in real life, it teaches us something important. It is a warning. Looking back has the power to destroy you even if you technically follow the commandments in other ways. He's not even warning you saying, “I will destroy you if you look back.” He is saying, “Looking back can lead to destruction.” If you look carefully at the wording, it says that she became a pillar of salt. It doesn't say that God turned her into one. Let's look at these principles in the context of Lot. The citizens of Sodom and Gomorrah were wicked. The Lord did rain down justice upon them, but honestly, they probably would have destroyed themselves anyway. The fact that they were trying to hurt the visitors at Lot's house is proof of this. Not to mention, there comes a certain point where a person can be “destroyed” even if they're still physically living. I would imagine that many within the city had found this emotional scarring, trauma, emptiness, and hopelessness. The Lord rained down justice on them. But here's the important principle I want to talk about today: He also rained down justice upon Lot's wife as she looked back longingly at what she had left behind. The scriptures show a direct and immediate destruction of Lot's wife. I have wondered what this looked like in real life, but regardless of how the details played out in reality, the principle is crystal clear. When we choose to look back in the same manner as Lot's wife, we will find the same consequences even if they're not immediate like they were in the scripture story. What was Lot's wife longing for? There are two potential answers. Perhaps Lot's wife was legitimately longing for the sin within the city; she valued sin and set her heart on it. Or…perhaps she was longing for something more neutral. This is equally important to understand because its subtlety can make it even more dangerous. We know loving sin can lead to destruction, but do we also understand that looking back with longing at something more neutral can hurt us? Perhaps she wasn't looking back at sin but at her home and belongings, things that aren't inherently evil. Either way, this looking back has the power to eat away at us until we are destroyed (if not physically, then emotionally). When we're looking at our own lives, I want to focus on that second potential. Perhaps we are not secretly longing for sin. Perhaps we long for what might have been or for good things that we left behind, or even neutral things that we left behind. Let me give you some potential examples of longing that could lead to personally destroying oneself. “I wish I had married so-and-so. I wish I could rewind the clock and try again.” “Why did the Lord ask me to leave my home behind? I hate this place. I hate that I lost so much.” “I miss high school and college. Life is so hard now. It's not fun.” “The Church didn't let me do anything. I missed out on so much growing up.” In cases like this, we don't often immediately turn into pillars of salt. Oftentimes, the consequences aren't immediate either which is precisely why they can be so dangerous. Despite the lack of salt or immediacy, these thoughts have the power to destroy us anyway. Even if these thoughts never technically lead us all the way “back into the city,” they still hold enough power over us to make us miserable despite new and good circumstances. We can live our whole lives sitting at the window and looking back at what we lost, sacrificing what the Lord is trying to give to us or sacrificing the things that could give us happiness now and in the future. Discontent poisons the present. Regret can become our identity. Your life right now feels barren, not because it is barren but because you refuse to see the good. These kinds of thoughts can poison your current relationships, the ones that have the power to offer the joy you apparently miss so much. You may have plenty, but you're too busy emotionally investing yourself in an empty past. There is no gratitude, and therefore, no happiness. Bitterness has the power to leave you destroyed even if you're not turned into a pillar of salt. Let it go. It's going to take a while to become something new if you have repeated old patterns of looking back over and over and over throughout the years. When you have trained yourself to fall back into seemingly rosier times whenever you hit roadbumps in your present, then it's going to take some time to retrain yourself. But it is only in retraining yourself that you're going to avoid that emotional destruction and bitterness and find happiness in what the Lord can give you in your present circumstances. You have to make a decision to leave it behind, and then you have to make that decision over and over and over until your eyes are opened to the gifts in your present, until you no longer automatically fall back into reminiscing instead of investing in your present. The destruction of what you thought you wanted isn't the end. There is more ahead in your life beyond what you're leaving behind. Maybe you're not longing for sin. Maybe you're just longing for what you once had, but it can still hurt you. I testify that Heavenly Father loves you. I testify that there is more goodness ahead and that looking at the past can prevent us from finding that goodness. I testify that He can send all the goodness in the world to your front door, all the most important goodness, but it won't matter if we are looking back. We leave ourselves empty and bitter. I testify that the scriptures hold powerful lessons that give us a pattern to follow to make us happy. Autumn Dickson was born and raised in a small town in Texas. She served a mission in the Indianapolis Indiana mission. She studied elementary education but has found a particular passion in teaching the gospel. Her desire for her content is to inspire people to feel confident, peaceful, and joyful about their relationship with Jesus Christ and to allow that relationship to touch every aspect of their lives. Autumn was the recipient of FAIR's 2024 John Taylor Defender of the Faith Award. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 18–23 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

God turned the cities of Sodom, and Gomorrah into ashes and delivered righteous Lot who was oppressed by the conduct of the wicked. Bible in a Year: Numbers 17-19 & Mark 6:30-56. 

We're back, and life got realIt has been the lightest recording stretch the show has had in almost ten years. Adam owns the delay and explains why. Since the last episode, baby Mary arrived very early at around 27 weeks and about two pounds. She was baptized immediately, and there is a question about whether she was also confirmed due to the use of holy oils and the circumstances.A few days after birth, Mary underwent an intense and invasive surgery that lasted more than six hours. The surgeon later said it was the hardest operation he had ever performed. The procedure connected her esophagus to her stomach, and the family is now living the day to day reality of the NICU: small adjustments, constant monitoring, and a careful balance with oxygen, blood pressure, heart rate, and long term risks.The charity that is hard to receiveA theme that keeps surfacing is gratitude, and how hard it can be to receive help when you want to be in control. Adam and David thank listeners for prayers, meals, transportation help, and the quiet generosity that shows up when you least expect it.They give a major shoutout to the Ronald McDonald House, which provided a place for the family to stay near the hospital, along with meals and support that would have been financially impossible otherwise. Adam also mentions friends and patrons who opened their homes and brought food. It is a reminder that “village” is not a cliché when your world turns upside down.Also, in the middle of all this, Adam's son Leo drops a classic kid moment at Mass: during a serious homily he leans over and asks when he will get to meet J.B. Mooney, the professional bull rider. Fatherhood keeps you humble.What they're drinkingDavid brings a bottle from the Scotch Malt Whisky Society featuring Royal Brackla. The tasting notes are ridiculous in the best way, described like “dessert in the workshop,” with custard, toffee chunks, marshmallow, and an unexpected “carpenter's shop” vibe. It even has a hint of iodine that makes David think of Islay, without the heavy peat and smoke.A relic in the hotel roomA priest from the diocese drops off a first class relic of St. Gemma, telling Adam to keep it while the family walks through this trial. Adam and David talk about the reality of having the body of a saint in the room with you, and the comfort that brings, especially when the road ahead is long.Lent and temperance: not a “no,” but a “yes”The episode's main topic is temperance, framed as the Lenten virtue that touches everything. The simple kid definition they love is: temperance is having a healthy amount of everything. Not perfect, but memorable.They push back against the idea that temperance is just restriction. Temperance is not merely refusing the extra piece of cake. It is also the positive ordering of your life so you can say yes to the right things at the right time in the right way: exercise, prayer, rest, work, family presence, joy, celebration.The key theme: virtue is always a yes. The “no” exists to protect the “yes.”St. John Cassian and the “bread” of SodomOne of the most interesting turns comes from St. John Cassian's Institutes. Cassian argues that Sodom's first sin was not the obvious sin people associate with Sodom and Gomorrah. He points to Ezekiel and emphasizes surplus, abundance, and gluttony. Cassian's logic is that the disorder starts low and spreads upward: feed the appetite, then the passions grow louder, the will weakens, and eventually the mind rationalizes what it should never have chosen.They connect this to the common sense link between food appetites and sexual appetites. If you cannot curb the basic, you will struggle to curb the...

Genesis 18:20-33Then the Lord said, ‘How great is the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah and how very grave their sin! I must go down and see whether they have done altogether according to the outcry that has come to me; and if not, I will know.'So the men turned from there, and went towards Sodom, while Abraham remained standing before the Lord. Then Abraham came near and said, ‘Will you indeed sweep away the righteous with the wicked? Suppose there are fifty righteous within the city; will you then sweep away the place and not forgive it for the fifty righteous who are in it? Far be it from you to do such a thing, to slay the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous fare as the wicked! Far be that from you! Shall not the Judge of all the earth do what is just?' And the Lord said, ‘If I find at Sodom fifty righteous in the city, I will forgive the whole place for their sake.' Abraham answered, ‘Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord, I who am but dust and ashes. Suppose five of the fifty righteous are lacking? Will you destroy the whole city for lack of five?' And he said, ‘I will not destroy it if I find forty-five there.' Again he spoke to him, ‘Suppose forty are found there.' He answered, ‘For the sake of forty I will not do it.' Then he said, ‘Oh do not let the Lord be angry if I speak. Suppose thirty are found there.' He answered, ‘I will not do it, if I find thirty there.' He said, ‘Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord. Suppose twenty are found there.' He answered, ‘For the sake of twenty I will not destroy it.' Then he said, ‘Oh do not let the Lord be angry if I speak just once more. Suppose ten are found there.' He answered, ‘For the sake of ten I will not destroy it.' And the Lord went his way, when he had finished speaking to Abraham; and Abraham returned to his place. How annoying is Abraham? What a nuisance. What a pest. What a nag. Am I right?And haven't we all been there? Begging. Pleading. Nagging. Bargaining with God for the things we want and need and long for in life?We wanted to start our first bit in this series with Abraham, because his prayer is – along with this Gospel bit from Jesus – like a primer of sorts for how we do – or could do – prayer as faithful people in the world.Because, for me, the most instructive, inspiring thing about Abraham tonight is that he embodies the things that, I believe, are marks of a faithful pray-er:First, Abraham knows – and is known by – the God to whom he prays. There's no way this is the first time he's been in conversation with his maker. In the story of Abraham, he is righteous from the get-go. [SLIDE 1] His faithful, righteousness is what set him apart in the first place – several chapters earlier – called to leave his homeland, his family, all he had ever known, and to travel – at God's direction – to be a blessing for the world. Abraham's faithful, righteous ways are the reason God chose him, to begin with, to be the father of a great nation. They had struck deals with each other before – Abraham and God. They had made covenants, held promises, counted the stars together, traveled long distances. These two – Abraham and the Divine – knew each other; they were very well-acquainted; they were intimately familiar, one with the other.Secondly, Abraham is humble. Not only has he done God's bidding in so many ways until we meet up with him tonight, in all the ways I've already described, but we get a glimpse of his humility in his praying today. For one, he declares himself nothing more than dust and ashes. (He would have gladly covered his shoulders with sackcloth for the occasion, I suspect.) And before his petitions, over and over again, he asks permission, with deference to God's power: “Let me take it upon myself to speak to the Lord…” “If you'll allow me…” “If I may…” And lastly – for my money, anyway – Abraham is as bold as he is righteous and humble. Perhaps he's bold because he is so righteous and humble. Because he has such a faithful, familiar relationship with his God and because he's so genuinely humble in the presence of his Lord, Abraham is not shy about shooting his shot; about asking for his heart's desire; about putting the screws to the God of all creation, like he does. “But what if there are 50 … what about 45 … okay 40 … okay 30, 20, 10 …” “Far be it from you, God, to do such a thing…” That takes some nerve and persistence, don't you think?So, again, when I think about the posture and perspective with which we enter into the prayers of our ancestors tonight and in the days to come – and as we wonder about the way we pray, ourselves – I think Abraham is a model worth emulating: Let's engage a faithful regular relationship – let us practice and pray often; Let us approach God with deference and humility; And then let us be bold; let us say what we mean, what we need, let us be honest and clear about what we long for – trusting that God already knows anyway.Which brings me to Jesus – and that bit from Luke's Gospel. The disciples have just asked Jesus to teach them how to pray and, after some petitions that have since been turned into the Lord's Prayer, Jesus does all of that “Ask, Search, Knock” stuff.“Ask and it will be given to you. Search and you will find. Knock and the door will be opened for you.” And that's hard because who would believe it? “Ask, search, knock?” It sounds so easy, too simple, impossible and unlikely, really, that God would bother with any of what any one of us has to say. And we can all cite examples, I'm sure, that prove Jesus wrong: times when questions didn't have answers; times when we never found what we were looking for; times when doors – not only wouldn't open – but times when doors were slammed in our face.That's why I think Jesus must have been up to something else. After all, very rarely is Jesus so certain about anything as he seems to be here. All throughout his ministry he answers questions with questions. He teaches in parables, not lectures. He leaves so much up in the air about the very nature of his identity, even, all the way up to the very end when he's about to be crucified. Yet, we read this passage about prayer and want so badly for this one to be black and white or cut and dried.But, maybe Jesus was up to something else, entirely, when he invited us to pray. And I have to believe it didn't have so much to do with any one of us getting whatever we want at any given moment. I happen to believe Jesus is trying to teach us – little children that we can be too much of the time – about what we need to live differently as people of faith in this world.I believe Jesus invites us to pray, not so that we'll get whatever it is we want or simply that we'll change the things and the stuff and the circumstances in our day to day lives. I believe Jesus invites us to pray so that we will be changed – from the inside out – when we learn to encounter the things and the stuff and the circumstances in our day-to-day lives with hearts and minds centered on God's place and power in the midst of it all.And I think that's what the gift of regular, humble, bold praying – like Abraham and practiced – still offers to us as believers.Samuel Shoemaker is a long-dead Episcopal priest, who gets credit for saying something like, “Prayer may not change things for you, but it sure changes you for things.”“Prayer may not change things for you, but it sure changes you for things.” See, the other thing you might notice about Abraham's prayer tonight – and the truth about the rest of that story – is that it his prayer didn't have anything to do with him. And God didn't answer it exactly as Abraham seemed to expect, either. That's not the moral of this story – Sodom and Gomorrah were decimated, in the end, remember.See, maybe, with all of that back and forth with God, Abraham was negotiating grace just for the sake of it. Maybe, with all of that bargaining, Abraham was testing the capacity of God's compassion. Maybe, in all of that math and number-crunching, Abraham was trying to measure the mercy of his maker. But the truth seems to be, some have said, that Abraham was doing all of that praying with hopes that God would spare the life of his nephew Lot and his family. Abraham's persistent longing wasn't for his own blessing and benefit. It was all for the protection, blessing, and benefit of someone he knew and loved – even if they had been estranged and separated, as the story goes.And if that's the power and purpose and result of our praying – if our prayer doesn't always change things for us, but changes the way we care about and consider things for others and the world around us – that's a gift and a blessing that can't be measured.“Prayer may not change things for you, but it sure changes you for things.”So let us pray. Let us ask, search, and knock. Let us be faithful, humble, and bold. Let us be selfish if we dare, but let us be prepared for God to make us selfless, just the same. Let us be greedy, if we must. But let us be open and prepared for God to turn that greed into generosity. Let us be persistent and unyielding in our requests, but don't be so sure – or surprised – if God turns that into trust and patience, in the end.I believe prayer changes things, as even the cheesiest bumper sticker suggests, no matter how or when or what we're praying for. But I believe that, when we pray like Abraham – with faith, humility, and bold expectation, on behalf of others – the first thing prayer will change – by God's grace – is us.Amen

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God told Abraham to "get thee out of thy country" and promised him a legacy that would bless all the families of the earth. But for decades, Abraham and Sarah had no land and no children. How do you keep walking when the promises of God seem impossible? Summary: In this episode, we dive into the heart of the Old Testament: The Abrahamic Covenant. We look at Genesis 12–17 and Abraham 1–2 to see how a "foreigner and a stranger" became the Father of the Faithful. The Search for Greater Happiness: We analyze Abraham's desire for the "blessings of the fathers" and why he sought for his own "place of residence" spiritually and physically. The Three-Part Promise: We break down the core of the covenant—Posterity (seed as the stars), Priesthood (the power to bless), and Property (a land of inheritance). The Name Change: We explore the profound symbolism of Abram becoming Abraham and Sarai becoming Sarah—adding the Hebrew letter "He" (the breath of God) into their very identities. The Symbolism of Circumcision: We discuss the "token" of the covenant and why God requires a physical reminder of our spiritual commitments. Sarah's Role: We look at why Sarah is the "Rock" from which we are hewn and how her faith was just as essential to the covenant as Abraham's. Call-to-Action: Abraham was told to "be thou a blessing." How are you using your covenant privileges to bless those around you today? Let us know in the comments! If you're ready to "look unto the rock whence ye are hewn," please like, subscribe, and share this video to help others stay "Unshaken." Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 2:22 Looking to Abraham & Sarah 8:49 Looking for More 13:20 The Fathers vs. My Fathers 20:16 The Daughters of Onitah 25:27 Abraham Delivered & Called 31:58 Journey to the Promised Land 39:23 Priesthood Promises 43:23 The Importance of Posterity 45:42 Temple Sealings & the Abrahamic Covenant 49:29 Exclusivity vs. Inclusivity 55:59 Seeking & Finding 1:01:01 Establishing Altars 1:09:21 The Sacrifice of Sarah 1:22:23 Abraham & Lot 1:36:23 Rescuing Lot 1:44:16 Sodom or Salem 1:52:20 Melchizedek 2:04:54 The Promise of Seed 2:13:13 The Confines of Covenant 2:18:32 Waiting for the Cup to Fill 2:26:57 Sarah & Hagar 2:39:31 Pride from Above & Pride from Below 2:48:35 Facing Awkward Conversations 2:51:59 Ishmael 2:56:38 Covenant Renewed 3:02:00 Circumcision 3:09:23 Sarah 3:18:38 Immediate Obedience 3:20:25 Wanting the Blessings of Abraham & Sarah

In this episode, we explore the biblical account of Abraham's audacious negotiation with God over the fate of Sodom and Gomorrah, highlighting how Abraham challenges God's plan and advocates for justice and mercy. We also discuss how this narrative reveals God's character as open to engagement and accountability, contrasting with the capricious deities of the ancient world.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Abraham's Story00:32 God's Decision to Destroy Sodom03:39 Abraham's Bold Intercession06:21 Lessons from Abraham's Negotiation

In this episode, we explore the biblical narrative of Sodom and Gomorrah, focusing on Lot's questionable decisions and the shocking events that led to the cities' destruction. We also uncover the true nature of Sodom's sin and draw lessons from Lot's wife's fate, emphasizing the importance of letting go of the past to move forward.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Sodom and Lot02:14 Hospitality and Lot's Horrifying Offer04:26 Angels Reveal Destruction05:32 Lot's Hesitation and Escape07:36 The Destruction and Lot's Wife10:05 Sodom's True Sin and Letting Go

Many feel betrayed and shortchanged when God fails to come through as expected. Abraham experienced the mystery of divine silence when he prayed for Sodom. In this interview, Pastor Lutzer reveals how God answers our hearts in unexpected ways. God's hidden purposes often go beyond temporary relief. This month's special offer is available for a donation of any amount. Get yours at https://offerrtw.com or call us at 1-800-215-5001.  Moody Church Media [https://www.moodymedia.org/], home of "Running To Win," exists to bring glory to God through the transformation of lives.  Erwin W. Lutzer is Pastor Emeritus of The Moody Church in Chicago, where he served as Senior Pastor for 36 years. He is a prolific author of over seventy books. A clear expositor of the Bible, he is the featured speaker on "Running To Win" and "Songs In The Night," with programs broadcasting on over a thousand outlets in the U.S. and across more than fifty countries in seven languages. He and his wife, Rebecca, live in the Chicago area. They have three grown children and eight grandchildren.    SUPPORT:  Tax Deductible Support: https://www.moodymedia.org/donate/  Become an Endurance Partner: https://endurancepartners.org/    SUBSCRIBE:   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MoodyChurchMedia  Daily Devotional and Weekly Digest: https://www.moodymedia.org/newsletters/subscription/

This discussion features: Judah Thomas, David LaManna, Lenny Selgado, Ben Cossette, Mike McHugh, and James Gowell.Edited by: Tim NicholsonIn Week 11, we kick off our study of chapters 7 through 9 in the Book of Hebrews.In this episode, we circle back to Melchizedek, King of Peace, and why his “out of nowhere” appearance in Scripture matters more than most people realize. We talk about Abram getting the call from God, taking Lot, splitting their herds and Lot setting up facing Sodom. We talk about the battle of the four kings and the appearance of Melchizedek to bless Abram. Judah shares a takeaway about Abraham as the father of many nations (plural), and how God's plan was always bigger than one family tree.Then we get brutally honest about the limits of the Law: it never made anyone perfect. It could point, warn, and reveal, but it couldn't transform. That's why the old system was full of types and shadows, real, meaningful signposts…but still not the destination.We also tackle modern religious habits, like confession as a “barrier of entry”—and ask the hard question: are we trying to manage forgiveness, or receive it from the One who supplies it? (And yes… we use a weird illustration: why eat the cow when you can just eat the grass?) Ben also takes on a journey of when he used to shave and how to avoided the middle man and went direct to the supplier.The headline of Hebrews 7–9 is simple and explosive: Jesus did it once and for all. No repeat sacrifices. No spiritual paywalls. No endless striving. It is finished.If you've ever felt like you had to “earn your way in,” this episode is for you, because Jesus didn't just open the door…He broke down the barriers.Help us spread the word about Thriving in the Word—and thanks for being part of the family. Have a blessed day.More info: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thrive.church⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Give: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thrive.church/give/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Need prayer? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠prayer@thrive.church⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠This is a presentation of Thrive.Church © All Rights Reserved

The story of Sodom and Gomorrah is always talked about in a vengeful way, but what if it is a story of God's great desire to show mercy?

On Behalf of Ten by Autumn Dickson The Old Testament is chock full of stories. One of the stories this week is about Sodom and Gomorrah. They were an incredibly wicked city, and the Lord destroyed them. Before the Lord does so, He talks to Abraham about it. Abraham has a whole conversation with the Lord where he asks the Lord not to destroy the city if he can find righteous people within it. First, Abraham asks the Lord to spare it if he can find 50 righteous people. Then he keeps decreasing that number until we reach this point: Genesis 18:32 And he said, Oh let not the Lord be angry, and I will speak yet but this once: Peradventure ten shall be found there. And he said, I will not destroy it for ten's sake. The Lord agrees to not destroy it for the sake of ten righteous people. This is an oft-repeating principle throughout scriptures. The Lord preserves nations because of a few righteous within it. The first example that comes to mind is Ammonihah. When Ammonihah killed and exiled all of the believers, it was ripe for destruction, and that was precisely what happened. The entire city was demolished by the Lamanites. The second one that comes to mind is in Isaiah 65 where the Lord talks about preserving the vine on behalf of a small cluster of good grapes. It repeats far more than that, but those are just a couple of examples. And of course, there is a type in this. Let's talk about it. Sometimes it's not about preserving a nation but a person. Abraham loved people enough that He pleaded with the Lord to save the city if he could find even a little bit of righteousness within it. Abraham is a type of Christ, and Christ pleads on our behalf even when there is only a little bit of righteousness within us. He loves us and wants us to have time to figure it out. It is important to understand what that means and why He does it. When the Lord preserves a nation on behalf of the righteous who are dwelling there, He isn't declaring the entire nation righteous. He isn't turning a blind eye to the wickedness found there. He doesn't plan on interceding on behalf of those who are unrepentant. For them, it will be as if no atonement had been made. Can you imagine how Lot's daughters might have felt if Heavenly Father ignored what they had tried to do? Can you imagine how minimalized and cast aside and unsafe they would feel? Mercy and intercession are not about ignoring wickedness. Rather, it is because He is providing the righteous with an opportunity to grow if possible. In Alma 13, we read more about the king of Salem, Melchizedek. Melchizedek is a person from the Old Testament who blessed Abraham at one point. He was also king over a city that had waxed strong in abomination. They had “all” gone astray and were “full” of wickedness, except for Melchizedek. It was just Melchizedek. And yet, through the preaching of Melchizedek, the people repented and were saved. When it comes to our own hearts, the Lord is willing to intercede if we repent. If there is a shred of goodness in us that holds sway, there is a chance to be saved. On the flip side, we read about Ammonihah that I mentioned previously. Alma went there, was rejected, and left. He was commanded by an angel to return again, and in doing so, he came to Amulek. Amulek's home welcomed him in and blessed him. After Alma and Amulek were preaching, some were converted but the leaders of Ammonihah killed them by fire. Alma and Amulek escape, and Ammonihah is destroyed. If we willfully kill those good seeds within us and reject Christ that thoroughly, He will not plead on our behalf. He does not save us in our sins. He saves us from our sins when we're trying to escape them. He saves us long enough to let our choices play out in either direction, to the ultimate rejection of Him or to our repentance. I want to expand the example of Ammonihah just a bit. There are times when the Lord chooses to rain down His justice on purpose. There are times when He actively brings down trials and tragedy upon His people. When the wickedness is so bad that a softer answer won't hit the mark, the Lord is not afraid of using a hard answer. There are times that He directly brings about difficulty in an attempt to reach us. I wonder if it's just a tad different with the city of Ammonihah. I wonder if the Lord didn't have a hand in bringing the Lamanites to their doorstep to destroy them. I wonder if the Lord simply didn't protect them any longer. There is a type in this. Sometimes the Lord purposefully rains down difficulty to try and shake us awake to our awful condition. But when it comes to a “final” judgment, He simply steps aside and doesn't plead on our behalf. It is as if there is no atonement of Jesus Christ. Ammonihah wasn't a final, final judgment, but it was a type of final judgment. It was meant to teach us something about the nature of eternity. The Lord wasn't trying to reach them anymore; they had already shown that they didn't want Him. Rather, He simply stepped aside and didn't save them. His atonement simply didn't apply in their lives. Abraham pleaded on behalf of Sodom and Gomorrah because he couldn't stomach the idea of such destruction. It was hard for him to watch. After Lot was gone, I'm sure Abraham hated to watch it happen, but accepted the tragic necessity. Abraham is a type of the Lord. Our Lord and Savior pleads on our behalf. If there are even ten good people, He wants to give us time and let us play out our choices. He intercedes on our behalf and preserves us until the day that we completely reject Him. He performed the atonement, the intercession, because He couldn't stand to watch us be destroyed when there was good in us. Honestly, I think He can't stand to watch us be destroyed even after we have rejected Him, but He weighs that option with letting us destroy everything around us. I testify that the Lord wants to save us. He is pleading with us to come and be saved. He isn't standing there with a ruler ready to kick us out at any infraction. He is doing everything He can to get us to hear Him and find peace in Him. He stands ready to save us and then walk us through repentance towards a happier state of being like He did with Melchizedek and the city of Salem. He wants to save. Let Him. Work with Him. Autumn Dickson was born and raised in a small town in Texas. She served a mission in the Indianapolis Indiana mission. She studied elementary education but has found a particular passion in teaching the gospel. Her desire for her content is to inspire people to feel confident, peaceful, and joyful about their relationship with Jesus Christ and to allow that relationship to touch every aspect of their lives. Autumn was the recipient of FAIR's 2024 John Taylor Defender of the Faith Award. The post Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Genesis 18–23 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson appeared first on FAIR.

This week on Go & Do, Candis Shupe walks through a powerful and complex stretch of Genesis that places two lives side by side: Sarah, who trusted God for a miracle, and Lot, whose choices tied his heart to Sodom.In this episode, you'll explore: ✨ Sarah's miracle what her promised son teaches us about faith, patience, and trusting God with what feels impossible 

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(02:05) Abraham's prophetic call and the symbolism of the mighty tree with sacred associations.(13:26) “Is anything too hard for the Lord?”(14:00) Hebrew word play with laugh, rejoice, and Isaac's name. Doubts and hopes are tied together in this story.(16:36) Abraham bargains with the Lord for Sodom and Gomorrah to be saved because he knows the mercy of God.(23:25) The story of Sodom and Gomorrah also portrays God's justice.(24:34) Lot makes efforts to save his family from destruction in Genesis 19.(29:33) Lot pitching his tent toward Sodom cost him his family.(33:41) The troubling narrative of Lot's two daughters and the cave in Genesis 19.30-38.(38:22) Beauty for ashes in Isaiah 61.3. Through tragic experiences, beauty can come to pass. Your origin story is not who you are.(41:48) Genesis 20 is a triplet of the same story. This chapter introduces the Elohist's narrative, a source text most likely related to Lehi's Brass Plates text.(43:04) The long-promised day finally comes and Isaac is born. We should trust and have faith in promises that take time to be fulfilled. The Song of Sarah.(44:57) Hagar and Ishmael are cast out of Abraham's household and they wander in the wilderness. Their water runs out and God shows her a well of water. God helps us, but also wants us to do all we can.(55:22) Complexities, gaps, and anachronisms in Genesis 21. A covenant, a sacred well, and a tree at Beer-sheba are illustrations of temple imagery, connecting the Patriarchs to figures of the temple and visionary experiences.(58:41) The burial of Sarah in Genesis 23. Different ways to read Abraham's “mourning” and “weeping” for Sarah.(1:03:00) The Lord asks Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac upon Mount Moriah, the foundation stone, Jerusalem's most sacred ground.(1:06:47) We are here to be tested. We will have trials of faith equal to Abraham's.(1:11:05) Isaac is an excellent type of Jesus Christ. Elder Melvin J. Ballard shares his feelings regarding Heavenly Father sacrificing his Son. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 360 | Genesis 18-23, Come Follow Me 2026 (February 23-March 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

Facing our lives away from Sodom.

Lot fails to act on God's Word with urgency and needlessly delays leaving Sodom. The LORD remains merciful to Lot in his weakness, and the angels agree to Lot's requests. The LORD's destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah is just and calls all to repent of their sins. At the same time that the LORD is destroying the wickedness of sin, He is also rescuing His people in faithfulness to His promise. After Lot's wife becomes a pillar of salt, Lot's daughters take advantage of their father in his grief. Even as this text shows the effects of sin, God's mercy does not fail.  Rev. Andy Wright, pastor at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Topeka, KS, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 19:15-38.  To learn more about St. John's in Topeka, visit stjohnlcmstopeka.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God's entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy's head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

Genesis 18–23 highlights several remarkable women whose stories, read through an LDS lens, reveal faith, covenant, and the quiet influence of righteous women in God's plan. Sarah stands at the center: in Genesis 18 she hears the promise that she will bear a son in her old age and initially laughs, a deeply human reaction that the Lord gently turns into a lesson about divine power and timing. Latter-day Saints often see in Sarah a model of covenant partnership with Abraham—someone who grows into faith and ultimately receives the miracle promised. Genesis 19 introduces Lot's wife and daughters, whose experiences near the destruction of Sodom show both the dangers of looking back spiritually and the complexity of preserving family in a fallen world. An LDS perspective emphasizes agency and accountability, while also recognizing the difficult circumstances these women faced. Genesis 20–23 continues to show how women are woven into the covenant story. Sarah's protection in foreign courts underscores the Lord's watchful care over covenant mothers through whom promises flow. Her eventual joy in Isaac's birth (Genesis 21) fulfills God's word and highlights the doctrine that nothing is impossible for the Lord. Hagar and her son Ishmael are also remembered compassionately in Latter-day Saint thought: though separated from Abraham's household, they are seen as recipients of God's mercy and promises. Finally, Sarah's death in Genesis 23 is treated with great honor, showing her importance as a matriarch in Israel. Altogether, these chapters present women not as side characters but as vital participants in the Abrahamic covenant, whose faith, struggles, and divine encounters still teach modern disciples about trust in God's promises.

Genesis 18–23 highlights several remarkable women whose stories, read through an LDS lens, reveal faith, covenant, and the quiet influence of righteous women in God's plan. Sarah stands at the center: in Genesis 18 she hears the promise that she will bear a son in her old age and initially laughs, a deeply human reaction that the Lord gently turns into a lesson about divine power and timing. Latter-day Saints often see in Sarah a model of covenant partnership with Abraham—someone who grows into faith and ultimately receives the miracle promised. Genesis 19 introduces Lot's wife and daughters, whose experiences near the destruction of Sodom show both the dangers of looking back spiritually and the complexity of preserving family in a fallen world. An LDS perspective emphasizes agency and accountability, while also recognizing the difficult circumstances these women faced. Genesis 20–23 continues to show how women are woven into the covenant story. Sarah's protection in foreign courts underscores the Lord's watchful care over covenant mothers through whom promises flow. Her eventual joy in Isaac's birth (Genesis 21) fulfills God's word and highlights the doctrine that nothing is impossible for the Lord. Hagar and her son Ishmael are also remembered compassionately in Latter-day Saint thought: though separated from Abraham's household, they are seen as recipients of God's mercy and promises. Finally, Sarah's death in Genesis 23 is treated with great honor, showing her importance as a matriarch in Israel. Altogether, these chapters present women not as side characters but as vital participants in the Abrahamic covenant, whose faith, struggles, and divine encounters still teach modern disciples about trust in God's promises.

In this episode of Don't Miss This, Dave Butler and Grace Freeman continue Abraham's story in Genesis 18–23 and watch the promises of God begin to unfold in real and messy ways. From radical hospitality to wilderness rescues, these chapters reveal a God who shows up, pursues, and provides. The lesson begins with Abraham running to welcome divine visitors on an ordinary afternoon, reminding us that the Lord appears in everyday moments and that we choose how fully we invite Him in. Placed beside it is Lot's story, where lingering and looking back contrast with Abraham's trust. Yet even there, the rescue continues. In houses of sin and cities on the brink, God still calls, “Escape,” revealing a heart determined to save. Genesis 21 and 22 then place two powerful stories side by side. In the wilderness, Hagar discovers the God who sees and provides a well where she least expects it. On Mount Moriah, Abraham and Isaac walk together toward a sacrifice, and the Lord provides a ram, foreshadowing the Lamb who would come later. In both stories, we see the same truth: whether in personal wilderness or eternal need, Jehovah Jireh is the God who provides. These chapters invite us to remember the mountains in our own lives where the Lord has seen us and supplied what we needed. He is the God who comes unto us, who rescues, and who provides, again and again. Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 03:28 "Divine Encounter on Ordinary Day" 06:37 "Hospitality and Generosity in Tradition" 12:01 "Hospitality Reflects God's Presence" 14:51 "Lot's Hesitation and Sodom's Fate" 19:26 "God's Pursuit and Presence" 21:40 "God's Rescuing Heart" 26:54 "Trust and Surrender in Faith" 31:04 Hagar: God Hears the Forgotten 34:32 "The Lord Will Provide" 35:46 "Genesis 22: A Slow Journey" 40:20 "The Lord Will Provide" 42:15 "Jehovah-Jireh: The Lord Provides" Sign up for the Don't Miss This newsletter at www.dontmissthisstudy.com #dontmissthis #comefollowme NEWSLETTER LINK: The Don't Miss This video, the prayer poster, and tip-ins for kids, teens, couples and individuals can all be found in this week's newsletter. Sign-up link in bio if you haven't had a chance yet!! www.dontmissthisstudy.com Instagram: @dontmissthisstudy Podcast: Don't Miss This Study Facebook: Don't Miss This Study Follow Grace Instagram @thisweeksgrace Follow David Instagram: @mrdavebutler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrdavebutler/ Subscribe to the Don't Miss This App https://www.dontmissthisstudy.com/app