
Arlen L. Chitwood
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Don't Look Back
2.4K44:54WorldlinessGEN 19:17MAT 6:33MAT 12:30LUK 17:32LUK 21:34HEB 11:102PE 3:10In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of not dwelling in the plain, using the story of Lot's wife as an example. He contrasts Lot, who didn't make it far in his journey, with Abraham, who dwelled in the high country. The preacher warns against tying our hopes and visions to the present world system, as it will ultimately be destroyed. He urges listeners to keep their focus on that which will endure and gain an inheritance in the kingdom of Christ.
The Tribulation - Why?
2.2K53:49TribulationEZK 37:1DAN 9:5DAN 9:20ROM 11:26HEB 9:26In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of repetition in teaching and understanding the word of God. He explains that God often states the same matter in different ways throughout the Scripture to help people grasp its meaning. The sermon then focuses on Daniel chapter 9, where Daniel prays and seeks God's intervention as the 70 years of Israel's captivity in Babylon are coming to an end. The speaker draws a parallel between this event and the crucifixion of Christ, highlighting the significance of Christ's blood and its ability to speak better things than the blood of Abel. Additionally, the speaker mentions the connection between Shem, Abraham, and the spiritual blessings available to those who dwell in the tents of Shem. He concludes by stating that once the bride of Christ is gathered, God will resume dealing with Israel and the last seven years of prophecy will unfold.
Lest Thou Be Consumed
2.0K57:08DamnationGEN 2:21GEN 19:17MAT 6:33In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the book of Genesis, specifically chapters 1 through 4. They emphasize that the work of Christ at Calvary can be seen in each of these chapters. The speaker discusses the significance of the Spirit of God moving based on Christ's finished work at Calvary and the symbolism of Christ on the cross with His side opened. They also mention the restoration of man and the importance of escaping the worldly plane and seeking the mountain, as illustrated in Genesis 19-17. The sermon concludes with a reminder that as believers, we should fix our attention on the things typified by the mountain rather than the world.
Run for Your Life
1.9K45:49OvercomingGEN 19:15GEN 19:17ROM 8:281CO 11:32GAL 5:22EPH 2:82TI 3:16In this sermon, the speaker begins by praying for God's blessings and guidance as they open the Word of God. They mention that they will be delivering five messages based on five parts of a specific scripture. The main theme of the sermon is about running the race of faith and following God's direction. The speaker emphasizes the importance of pacing oneself and not being influenced by others, but rather listening to the Lord and following His Word. The sermon specifically focuses on the story of Abraham and Lot, leading up to the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, and highlights the message of escaping for one's life and not looking back.
Escape to the Mountain
1.8K1:01:14WorldlinessGEN 19:171CO 10:6In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that believers have been saved for a purpose and that purpose extends to all of mankind. He speaks about the present kingdom of God and the future rule of man. The preacher mentions that he will tie together the chapters of Genesis in a future message, using types, metaphors, and numbers to reveal God's plan. He concludes by inviting the congregation to stay for a meal and briefly mentions the depth of the flood in Genesis.
Israel's Coming Restoration
1.8K58:03IsraelEZK 34:12MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Lot and the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. He emphasizes the importance of following God's instructions and not looking back or staying in places of danger. The preacher then transitions to the book of Ezekiel, specifically chapter 37, where he talks about the vision of the Valley of Dry Bones. He highlights the power of God to bring life to dead situations and encourages the listeners to have open minds and receptive hearts to God's word.
Don't Stay in the Plain
1.7K1:01:25WorldlinessGEN 19:17ISA 2:2MAT 6:33ACT 2:38ROM 12:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on Genesis 19:17 and its relevance to the destruction of the nations. The speaker mentions that there have been five messages on this verse, with two already covered at the Lazy Dog Ranch. The sermon includes a digression about the speaker's sleepless night and his thoughts on the book of Daniel. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not conforming to the world and highlights a practice of putting fake smiles on corpses at funerals. The sermon concludes with a discussion of Daniel 4:23 and its connection to the destruction of the Gentiles.