
Harold Erickson
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Geography of the Spirit
1.3K49:28GeographyGEN 28:12GEN 32:28EXO 3:2MAT 6:33JHN 1:51JHN 4:7In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Jacob from the Bible. Jacob had deceived his brother and had to leave home. One night, as he slept with his head on a stone, he had a dream of a ladder connecting heaven and earth, with angels ascending and descending. The speaker explains that this ladder is a symbol of Jesus Christ, who serves as God's communication between heaven and earth. The sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and experiencing His blessings.
Christ Rejection
1.1K45:21MAT 6:33MAT 24:1LUK 19:41HEB 13:13In this sermon, the speaker discusses the characteristics of a judgment situation. He mentions that in America, people often request shorter church services, while in Russia, they have longer services with multiple sermons and choir performances. However, the speaker suggests that there may come a time when people will be grateful for longer services. The fourth characteristic of a judgment situation is the relaxing of moral standards. The speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as the ultimate authority and the consequences of a generation deciding to be its own god.
Understanding Our Salvation
76944:31HOS 6:6MAT 4:13MAT 6:33MAT 9:9MRK 2:14In this sermon, the preacher shares the story of James Gardner, a British soldier who lived a life of moral reckoning. Despite his repeated attempts to quit his sinful habits, he was unable to do so until he had a real experience of conversion and met Christ. Gardner testifies that he was completely cured of his sinful inclinations and desires, experiencing a transformation as if he were a little child. The preacher emphasizes that salvation is not a patchwork solution but a personal newness, using the illustrations of a new garment and new wine in new bottles. He concludes by reassuring the audience that becoming a Christian is not like entering a prison but rather a joyful experience that does not require giving up the joys of life.
Spiritual Vacuums Deut 6;21
63938:24Overcoming EmptinessSpiritual FulfillmentDEU 6:21MAT 12:43JHN 10:10EPH 5:18Harold Erickson emphasizes the concept of spiritual vacuums in his sermon, illustrating how God brings us out of bondage, as seen in Deuteronomy 6:21, to lead us into a fuller life in Christ. He explains that many Christians experience emptiness because they have not allowed God to fill every part of their lives, likening this to a vacuum that can be filled with negative influences if left unaddressed. Erickson encourages believers to recognize that God desires not only to save them but also to fill them with His Spirit and purpose, leading to a life of abundance and victory. He challenges the congregation to examine whether they have truly allowed God to take full residence in their hearts, urging them to open every room to His presence. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding of the fullness of life that God intends for His people.