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Harbor Rock Tabernacle
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Sermons from Harbor Rock Tabernacle in Racine, WI. We are a nondenominational, evangelical church, called to reach all people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Our pastor is Paul Rhoads. We invite you to listen and be encouraged!
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Episode 779: Protecting Valuable Covenants
3d ago01:02:27Tap to summarizeThere are important parallels between the covenant in our relationship with the Lord as believers, and the marriage covenant. In both cases, lack of commitment and infidelity will severely damage the health of the relationship. So it is vital that we are unwavering in the exclusivity of our love and devotion in both, while holding a holy jealousy that nothing will steal our heart away. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5gdhQGRsj8
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Episode 778: Answering The Call
3d ago00:35:21Tap to summarizeEvery believer has a calling from the Lord, whether our daily commitment, short-term or full time. So it's vital that we are able to discern the Lord's hand and leading, and be willing to pivot to serve Him. That may be uncomfortable, but like Elisha, our response needs to be immediate and joyfully sacrificial, because the Lord will use us in a powerful way when it is. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P0h9sOFGJmk&t=6189s
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Episode 777: A Beautiful DIchotomy
2w ago00:45:32Tap to summarizeA warning given by the Lord to an evil city 3200 years ago has implications for us today, in how it gives us a full picture of the Lord. It's uncomfortable but important to remember that the Lord is the Holy One Who has to judge sin, because any "user friendly" view of Him avoids that Truth. But the Lord is also good, kind and gracious, offering salvation to all, knowing those who are His and serving as our Stronghold. So when life is difficult and disappointing, we can rest and find joy in His provision. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pZJWXBwVV4
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Episode 776: The Last Loaf
3w ago00:38:28Tap to summarizeWhen you have a crisis or trial, do you get despondent and give up, or deepen your dependence on the Lord. An unbelieving widow in 1 Kings 17 endured three painful tragedies, but when the prophet Elijah called her to seemingly unreasonable faith, according to God's miraculous promise, she boldly believed in the Lord's provision, and experienced a profound expression of His goodness and care. This challenges us not to linger in "why?", but to be confident that the Lord will work.
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Episode 776: Doubling Down On A Debacle
3w ago00:45:38Tap to summarizeOften we people help us, we infer negative ulterior motives that aren't true. This can lead us to unnecessarily alienate relationships. When we realize our mistake, it's far better to apologize and seek forgiveness, unlike a man named Hanun, who dug in his heels against King David and escalated the situation. When offended, we need to recognize how often we've been the offender, and offer forgiveness that it being sought, instead of hypocritically holding people to an unfair standard. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHpwJhAg30E&t=2394s
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Episode 776: Offsetting The Opposition
3w ago00:58:21Tap to summarizeSpiritual and psychological attack is a fact of life for every believer. In the life of King Hezekiah, we see a strong response: Doing what is right in the Lord's sight, tearing down "idols" and clinging to the Lord in faith. The Lord responds to that with His presence and power. But it will also invite internal and external opposition, seeking to undermine God's Word, character and promises. But when we cry out to the Lord, He answers and protects us from the attack, giving us victory. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fTBy16DB-s&t=2758s
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Episode 775: The Cost
Apr 2300:47:02Tap to summarizeHebrews 12 reminds us to look at the example of faith filled believers who went before us, keeping our full attention on Jesus, and guarding against falling back. David failed to protect his heart twice--and when he proudly took an unnecessary census, there were significant consequences. But Ornan's humility, and David's example of true repentance and understanding that sacrifice is not transactional but has a personal cost, give us an important guide how to live sacrificially--toward the Lord and each other. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YraLUv3Hxx4
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Episode 774: Dealing With The Fallout
Apr 1500:50:32Tap to summarizeAfter Jesus ascended to heaven, it finally may have hit the disciple how awful Judas' betrayal--to Jesus and them. When our trust is broken by someone, it can make us question our judgment and hinder trust going forward. But the disciples et an example of staying focused on Jesus, seeking HIs wisdom and power, and staying faithful to their calling, so their hearts would be ready for the fresh work ahead of them. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ycan2rmS3-4&t=3190s
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Episode 773: Rolled Away
Apr 700:37:09Tap to summarizeIt is shocking that no one was there when Jesus walked out of the tomb, alive...having defeated sin and death forever. This happened even though the disciples and crowd and Pharisees all knew the convincing truth that He was the Son of God and Saviour. Their doubts are an insight into people's hesitation to trust Christ--whether it's because they don't think they need Him or have had trust broken or just can't imagine God loves them so much. But the fact is that Jesus can roll away our guilt and shame when we repent and ask Him to save us forever. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cf9sz1VXKtw
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Episode 773: Loud SIlence
Apr 700:26:30Tap to summarizeWhen someone is sentenced to death, an innocent person will cry out for justice, and a guilty person will seek mercy. Jesus was innocent, but He chose to satisfy His justice by offering us mercy. He wasn't killed--the Bible says He laid down His life without complaint, being quiet on ten different occasions when He could have stopped everything, because He was sacrificing Himself so we can be free. Video of this service is also available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-RiWHoc_6w
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