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This week's service features a special baby dedication and a powerful message from Genesis 14 on living a spiritual life versus a carnal one. The sermon explores the dramatic story of Abram and Lot, contrasting the path of a believer who walks by faith with one who is entangled by the world. The message challenges the congregation to examine their own walk and to understand the responsibility of the spiritually mature to care for those who have strayed.

Service Breakdown

- Worship and Music: The service opens with a reading from Psalm 110. The congregation joins in singing the classic hymn "A Shelter in the Time of Storm," and the men's quartet performs a moving rendition of "On the Jericho Road."

- Baby Dedication: The service includes a heartwarming dedication for two precious children, Dawson and Holland. The parents, families, and church body commit to raising them in a way that points them to Jesus.

- Children’s Corner: The children's lesson explores the difference between happiness and joy. Using Nehemiah 8:10, the message teaches that while happiness is temporary and based on circumstances, true joy is a gift from God that fills our hearts and overflows to others, even on hard days.

- The Message: Continuing the series in Genesis, the message focuses on Genesis 14. It recounts the story of Lot being captured by invading kings after choosing to live near the worldly city of Sodom. His uncle, Abram, representing the spiritual believer, courageously rescues him. The sermon then details Abram's encounters with the mysterious priest Melchizedek and the corrupt King of Sodom, drawing powerful parallels for the modern Christian life.

Key Moments & Themes

- Spiritual vs. Carnal Believers: The core theme contrasts Lot, a redeemed but worldly-minded man who suffers the consequences of his choices, with Abram, a spiritual man who is growing in faith and obedience to God.

- The Believer's Responsibility: The sermon highlights that the spiritual person (Abram) doesn't abandon the weaker believer (Lot) in their time of trouble. Instead, they are called to be prepared to help and restore them.

- Resisting Worldly Obligation: A key moment is Abram's refusal to accept riches from the King of Sodom. He declares his complete allegiance to God, ensuring that only God receives the glory for his prosperity, not the world.

- God’s Preparation for Our Tests: The message points to Abram's encounter with Melchizedek as an example of how God strengthens and prepares His people before they face temptation and testing.

Call to Action

The sermon concludes with a direct question: Are you living like Lot, stagnant and focused on what the world can offer, or like Abram, growing spiritually and walking by faith? The message offers a simple remedy for those who have strayed: take just one step back toward God, where a loving Father is waiting to welcome you home.