
Lewis Williams
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An Evil Report and Its Influence
1NUM 14:71SA 15:22JHN 14:15GAL 6:7EPH 5:61TH 5:22HEB 3:12JAS 4:171PE 1:14Lewis Williams delivers a powerful sermon on the consequences of disobedience and the importance of obedience to God's commands. He uses the story of the children of Israel at Kadesh-barnea to illustrate how disobedience leads to suffering and the spread of sin's poison. Williams emphasizes the need for preachers to boldly proclaim the truth and not compromise, as their influence greatly impacts the spiritual life of their congregation. He warns against bringing back an 'evil report' like the spies who discouraged the Israelites from entering the promised land, highlighting the devastating effects of hypocrisy and compromise on faith and salvation.
Repentance
0PRO 28:13MAT 3:1LUK 3:8ACT 3:192CO 7:10EPH 4:22EPH 5:8JAS 5:161PE 2:91JN 1:9Lewis Williams preaches about the importance of repentance and preparing the way for the Lord, drawing parallels between the message of John the Baptist in the wilderness and the need for individuals to acknowledge their sins, confess them, and bring forth fruits of repentance. He emphasizes the consequences of sin and the necessity of abandoning sinful ways to find God's forgiveness and salvation. Williams highlights the significance of confession, restitution, and complete abandonment of sin as essential steps towards true repentance and experiencing God's transformative power in one's life.
The Two Baptisms
0MAT 3:11ACT 1:8ACT 2:1ACT 2:38ACT 10:44ROM 8:72CO 5:17JAS 4:171JN 3:9Lewis Williams preaches about the importance of repentance and the two baptisms mentioned by John the Baptist: one with water unto repentance and the other with the Holy Ghost and fire. He emphasizes the need for a solid foundation in our spiritual experiences, starting with genuine repentance that includes a knowledge of sin, godly sorrow, confession, and restitution. Williams highlights the struggle against the inborn sinful nature inherited from the Fall, the need for complete abandonment of sin, and the turning to Jesus for complete transformation and sanctification.
Cain's Religion
0GEN 4:3PSA 20:3MAT 5:81TH 5:24HEB 9:22JAS 1:191JN 1:9REV 13:8Lewis Williams preaches on the story of Cain and Abel, emphasizing the importance of meeting God's conditions for acceptance. He highlights the need for a genuine confession of sin and a true acknowledgment of one's need for the cleansing blood of Jesus. Williams warns against a bloodless, thank-offering type of religion, urging believers to bring a broken, bleeding sacrifice that speaks of personal need and faith in God's promise. He challenges listeners to examine their hearts, confess their sins, and seek sanctification to avoid the destructive consequences of harboring anger and sin.
Lazarus
0ISA 1:2MAT 13:58JHN 11:45ROM 8:28COL 1:19HEB 2:6Lewis Williams preaches on the powerful example of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, emphasizing the need for believers to show a living example of Christ's power to save from sin in order to lead others to believe in Him. Through the story of Lazarus' resurrection, Williams delves into the deeper meanings behind Jesus' actions, highlighting the glory of God and the importance of faith and obedience in experiencing supernatural transformation. He challenges listeners to roll away the stones of sin and unbelief in their lives, allowing Jesus to bring forth new life and freedom, ultimately leading to belief in Him.
He Is Able
0MAT 11:28JHN 3:16JHN 14:61CO 10:112CO 5:10EPH 5:25HEB 7:25HEB 12:141JN 1:9REV 14:15Lewis Williams preaches about the importance of coming to God through Jesus Christ for salvation, emphasizing the need to repent of sins and fully surrender to Him. He warns about the consequences of sin and the necessity of standing before God in judgment. Williams highlights the significance of sanctification and holiness in the Christian walk, stressing the need to renounce worldly ways and fully commit to God's plan of salvation. Through the powerful imagery of Christ's sacrifice on the cross, he conveys the message of God's love, mercy, and ability to save those who trust in Him to the utmost extent.
A Campaign Abroad
0PSA 51:10ACT 2:38ROM 6:222CO 7:1EPH 4:221TH 4:7HEB 12:14JAS 4:81PE 1:151JN 1:9Lewis Williams shares about the powerful revival meetings in Scotland and Ireland, where souls are deeply impacted, seekers are fervently seeking God, and lives are being transformed by the Holy Spirit. The hunger for truth and the willingness to walk in it are evident among the attendees, with many experiencing forgiveness, sanctification, and a renewed commitment to God. The meetings are characterized by overflowing altars, sincere prayers, and a genuine thirst for God's presence, leading to remarkable testimonies of changed lives and a strong desire for holiness. Despite challenges and opposition in some churches, the impact of embracing the full truth of God's Word on holiness is evident in the lives of those who open their hearts to receive it.
A Campaign at Home
0ISA 55:6PHP 2:51TH 5:23HEB 12:14JAS 5:16L. Milton Williams and his wife led a powerful evangelistic meeting where many souls were touched and transformed. The altar was filled with seekers, including backsliders, penitent sinners, and believers seeking entire sanctification. The work extended beyond Grace Church, impacting all churches in the town. Williams fearlessly preached the truth, leading many to register as converts, reclaimed backsliders, and those professing entire sanctification.
Where Art Thou?
0Lewis Williams preaches about the consequences of sin and the importance of living a holy life in accordance with God's commands. He emphasizes the need to hate sin and love holiness, drawing parallels between godliness and devilish behavior. Williams highlights the story of Adam and Eve's fall, stressing the loss of their divine nature due to sin and the fear and hiding that resulted from disobedience. He challenges listeners to examine their spiritual state and asks where they stand in relation to God, urging sinners, professors, backsliders, and Christians to assess their lives and make necessary changes to align with God's will.
A Dying Man's Prayer
0PSA 23:4ISA 1:18ISA 38:3ROM 6:231JN 1:9Lewis Williams reflects on the rare occurrence of a dying man praying for God to remember his righteous deeds, contrasting it with the usual plea for forgiveness. He shares the powerful impact of witnessing conscious saints at their deathbed, experiencing glimpses of Heaven and praising God in their final moments. Williams recounts a transformative encounter with a professional gambler on the brink of suicide, who found redemption and a new life through earnest prayer and seeking God's forgiveness. He emphasizes that walking with God brings peace and assurance, even in the face of death, as God remembers the righteous deeds of those who have truly repented and turned to Him.
Religion vs. Salvation
0MAT 7:21JHN 3:16JHN 14:6ACT 4:12ROM 6:23ROM 10:9EPH 2:81TI 2:5TIT 3:51JN 1:9Lewis Williams emphasizes the distinction between having a form of religion and experiencing the true salvation that Jesus offers. He illustrates how various cultures and beliefs demonstrate religious practices, but without the redemption from sin and eternal happiness that true salvation brings. Williams warns against being confirmed in a belief that may lead to eternal destruction, highlighting the importance of seeking true salvation through Jesus Christ, rather than relying on outward acts of religion or man-made doctrines.
The Devil and Religion
0EPH 1:7COL 1:20HEB 9:14HEB 10:191JN 1:7REV 12:11Lewis Williams emphasizes the devil's indifference to religious activities and outward displays of piety, as long as believers neglect the divinity of Jesus Christ and the power of His blood to cleanse from sin. The preacher warns against distractions that lead individuals and churches away from focusing on the atoning blood of Christ, highlighting the importance of keeping Jesus and His sacrifice central in our faith and lives to avoid spiritual downfall and loss of effectiveness in ministry.
God's Time or Never
0Lewis Williams preaches about the significance of burning incense in the Old Testament as a symbol of prayer in the New Testament. He draws parallels between the Israelites' journey to the promised land of Canaan and the Christian journey towards sanctification, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's promises and not being swayed by doubt or fear. Williams warns against holding onto idols in our hearts, using the tragic story of a woman who refused to surrender her idol and ultimately faced the consequences of her choice. He stresses the urgency of yielding to the Holy Spirit's leading for sanctification, as delaying obedience may lead to spiritual loss and eternal consequences.
Life for a Look
0NUM 21:7JHN 3:141TH 5:17HEB 4:16JAS 5:16Lewis Williams preaches about the importance of prayer and intercession, using the story of the children of Israel seeking Moses' prayers as an example. He emphasizes the power of prayer in unlocking God's promises and bringing help in times of need. Williams highlights the significance of having others pray for us and the impact of parental prayers on our lives and salvation.
Brazen Serpents
0NUM 21:81CO 10:141CO 12:41CO 13:1EPH 2:8COL 2:8HEB 12:2JAS 1:171JN 5:21Lewis Williams delivers a powerful sermon warning against burning incense to brazen serpents, emphasizing the danger of focusing more on God's gifts than on God Himself. He highlights how the children of Israel fell into idolatry by worshiping the brazen serpent instead of the Giver, a trap that many still fall into today by prioritizing church membership, baptism, communion, and spiritual gifts over a personal relationship with Christ. Williams urges believers to turn their eyes from the gifts to the Giver, emphasizing that salvation, healing, and spiritual growth come from Christ alone.
Man's Threefold Nature
0GEN 1:26ECC 12:14MAT 12:36HEB 4:12REV 20:12Lewis Williams preaches about the threefold nature of man, highlighting how man is made in the image of God as a trinity of spirit, soul, and body. He emphasizes that man's life is three-sided, consisting of public, private, and secret aspects, with actions, words, and thoughts shaping his character. Williams warns about the importance of being mindful of our daily actions, words, and thoughts as they are recorded in the books of heaven, to be revealed on the day of reckoning before God.
Nearly Damned by the Influence of Tobacco-Using Preachers
0ROM 12:21CO 6:192CO 7:1EPH 4:22JAS 4:7Brother Williams shares his personal journey of struggle with tobacco use and the impact of preachers using tobacco on his perception of Christianity. He reflects on the influence of a preacher's actions on his own choices and the importance of living a clean and pure life as a representative of Christ. Through a series of events and inner battles, he ultimately finds salvation and renounces tobacco, emphasizing the need to fully surrender to God and reject sinful habits to maintain a sanctified life.