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First Baptist Scott City, MO
Bringing the Love of Christ to a Hurting World. 1102 2nd St W PO Box 4217 Scott City, MO 63780 573-264-2214 Pastorfbsc@gmail.com
Recognize God's Assigned Authorities (Ecclesiastes 8:1-9) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
I Can Do all things through Christ Who Strengthens Me (Philippians 4:13) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
Mature enough to know that I'm not perfect (Philippians 3:12-16) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
The steadfast love of the Lord endures forever (Psalm 136) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
The Ineffectiveness of Self-righteousness (Philippians 3:4-11) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
A biblical perspective of our possessions (Matt 6:19-24) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
The truth the whole truth and nothing but the truth. (Matt 5:33-37) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
Idolatry: Diagnosed, Defined, & Defeated (James 4:1-10) by First Baptist Scott City, MO
It is hard to wait. Waiting is difficult because we do not want to wait. We want what we want when we want it. Businesses know this and that is why Walmart keeps everything in stock, an oil change can take less than 15 minutes, and Amazon offers, for certain items in select areas, 1 hour delivery. Companies understand our impatience and work to minimize it, but what if we are impatient with God? God does not guarantee same-day service on our prayer requests. We grow impatient because we want everything to line up perfectly without any problems. God makes us wait because it takes faith to wait. God will intentionally make you wait in order to increase your faith and trust in Him. Faithful waiting is a sign of spiritual maturity (Psalm 25:5). Let us turn our attention to Genesis 15 and see the lesson Abram learned from God about faithful waiting. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/04/04/why-god-makes-us-wait/
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Our Mission: Bringing the Love of Christ to a Hurting World by First Baptist Scott City, MO
The moral landscape of our nation is changing rapidly around us. With the Supreme Court set to rule on the legality of same-sex marriage and the issue of transgenderism in the news, Christians need to know how to biblically react and respond. With Matthew 19 as our guide, let us consider 5 things every Christian should know about marriage and gender. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/06/15/5-things-every-christian-should-know-about-marriage-and-gender/
Do you want the Lord to lead you or leave you alone? If you want to be left alone, you will elevate your desires and preferences and find disillusionment as you seek happiness and peace in vain. If you want to be led by God, you will submit yourself to Christ in faith and find peace as you know that your work is good and has lasting value. Today we shall turn our attention to Genesis 24 and learn about “God’s Providential Guidance” in the story of Abraham’s servant’s journey to the city of Nahor to find a wife for Isaac.
Grief is a desert that must be crossed on foot. The sorrow that comes upon a person, especially by a loved one’s death, is deep and not easily overcome. But, it can be defeated if you are willing to be led through the desert by Jesus Christ. There are no shortcuts to overcoming grief because deep wounds heal slowly. If you will consent to be lead across this desert on foot, you will emerge on the other side stronger, with greater faith, hope, and love. In Genesis 23, Abraham’s wife Sarah has died and Abraham grieves for her. Let us take time this morning to discuss what Abraham did during his grief and how he overcame it and emerged from it with greater faith. Quote from Andrew Klavan
One of the most convicting songs we sing is “I Surrender All”. Consider the first verse: “All to Jesus I surrender, All to Him I freely give; I will ever love and trust Him, In His presence daily live.” The line that is, personally, the most convicting is “all to Him I freely give”. When we sing that song we must reflect on what we are freely giving to God and what we are greedily withholding from God. In our sermon today, Abraham is freely giving what was most precious to him and learning that faith is demonstrated in obedience. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/07/31/i-surrender-all-genesis-22/
Conflict is inevitable. You can try hard to avoid it, but the Bible says that “all have sinned” (Rom 3:23); therefore, the potential for conflict is always present. This is why the Apostle Paul wrote in Romans 12:18, “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” Even though sin is unavoidable, a sure sign of spiritual maturity is not how well we avoid conflict, but how we respond to it. In our sermon today we will study about a covenant between Abraham and Abimelech and learn 4 helpful reminders for living peaceably with others. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/07/18/4-helpful-reminders-for-living-peaceably-genesis-2122-34/
One of the best things a Christian can do is to hand our calendar over to God. If we refuse to do so, we should not be surprised that we get frustrated that God isn’t meeting our deadlines. If unchecked, we can grow bitter and resentful. But, if we hand over our calendar and our deadlines to God, we rest in peace knowing that God will meet our needs according to His schedule, which is far better. This is what Abraham and Sarah have struggled with for many years. They did not doubt that God would provide a son as He promised, but they grew impatient as they waited. Christians must remember that God will always do what He promised to do and He will always do it at the right time. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/07/11/as-promised-and-on-time-genesis-211-21/
Theme: God is always there to help, providing refuge, security, and peace. God’s power is complete and His ultimate victory is certain. He will not fail to rescue those who love Him. (Life Application Bible) Outline • (1-3) – The Instability of Nature • (4-5) – The Stability and Security of God • (6) – The Rage of the Nations • (7-9) – The Justice of God • (10-11) – The Refuge of God.
This message from Genesis 20 might seem like a rerun. Tell me if you have heard this before? Abraham is scared that a foreign king will kill him in order to take his wife. He devises a plan to pretend that she is not his wife, but just his sister so that they will treat him well. Abraham's plan worked, but now God's promise of a son is in danger. If this sounds familiar, it is because it also happened in Genesis 12. One would think that Abraham would have learned his lesson the first time, but before we are quick to judge, how many of us learn our lesson the first time? This chapter may be a rerun, but if you are struggling with the same sins over and over, this is the right message for you. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/07/03/its-a-rerun-genesis-20/
The world bases its love on appearances (beauty, money, etc.) and the result is greed, pride, and vanity. Jesus taught and modeled something radically different. Jesus based his love on who you are, rather than what you have or what you have done. This love is authentic and the result is peace, contentment, and humility. This morning we will consider five (5) examples of Jesus demonstrating authentic love with: 1) Zacchaeus, 2) the woman at the well, 3) Nicodemus, 4) a blind beggar, and 5) children. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/06/27/jesus-authentic-love/
God defines marriage as one man and one woman and designed marriage to be a loving environment where fathers and mothers raise their children in the “in the discipline and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4). It should be a father’s highest goal to bring up his children to know, love, and obey Jesus Christ. Today, we shall discuss the father’s role and consider ways for him to strive to not embitter his children but to embolden them. http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/06/17/fathers-day
This is the first sermon in a series of messages on marriage. The title of this sermon is “Marriage is God’s Plan” and will also serve as the title of the series. In this series we will discuss God’s plan for marriage and consider the following: 1) God’s Plan for the Husband 2) God’s Plan for the Wife 3) God’s Plan for the Father 4) God’s Plan for the Mother and 5) God’s Plan for the unmarried. This series is timely because Christians must regularly be reminded that marriage is God’s plan and God has a plan for marriage. http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2014/04/28/sermon-genesis-224-marriage-gods-plan/
Conflict is unavoidable. The sooner one accepts that fact the better. Everyone, at some time or another, will be embroiled in conflict and hostility. Conflict may mean anything from harsh words to loss of property or life. Jesus was no stranger to conflict. He experienced conflict and spoke on the subject on many occasions. In our sermon today, we shall study Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:9: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God” and pay special attention to the difference between peace-taking, peace-faking, and peacemaking. http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/05/03/matthew-59-blessed-are-the-peacemakers/
Last week’s sermon focused on the parable of the “Prodigal Son” from Luke 15:11-24. It was entitled “The Lost Son” because it dealt with the younger son who went to a far away country and “squandered his property in reckless living” (13). It was easy to identify this son as lost because his outward actions revealed a selfish heart and a lack of relationship with his father. This morning, we are going to discuss “The Other Lost Son”. The parable of the prodigal son is actually a parable about two sons. Last week we discussed the younger and this week we shall discuss the older. What I pray we all discover is that outward actions are not always a reliable indicator of one’s heart. Too often, we can conform to a public standard of respectability while harboring a private life that is far less respectable. http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2014/02/25/sermon-luke-1525-32-the-other-lost-son/
In our passage this morning we are told that Jesus is going “on His way through towns and villages, teaching and journeying toward Jerusalem” (22). Jerusalem is significant because that is where He will “suffer many things and be rejected by the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and on the third day be raised” (Luke 9:22). Jerusalem is His destination because that is where His cross is to be found. As He is journeying towards the cross, He is asked a question: “Lord, will those who are saved be few?” (23). http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2013/09/30/sermon-luke-1322-30-a-question-a-door-and-a-table/
The subject matter of today’s sermon is difficult because most (if not all) of us have either experienced tragedy or know someone who has. For those in the midst of tragedy, you know that there are no easy answers. As a pastor, my prayer is that you will find comfort in the midst of life’s storms in the pages of Holy Scripture. We shall study Luke 13:1-9 and discuss that while tragedies are the result of evil “God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose” (Rom 8:28 NASB). http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2013/09/09/sermon-luke-131-9-thinking-biblically-about-tragedy/
Who said the following? I came to cast fire on the earth, and would that it were already kindled! I have a baptism to be baptized with, and how great is my distress until it is accomplished! Do you think that I have come to give peace on earth? No, I tell you, but rather division.
In our text today, it is either Tuesday or Wednesday of the last week of Jesus’ earthly ministry. In a few days Jesus will be arrested, beaten, crucified, buried, and will be resurrected from the dead. Knowing this, Jesus has been preparing His disciples for what is to come. In verses 29-38, Jesus strongly challenged His disciples to not get distracted by the things of this world. Instead remain alert at all times so that the His return will not come unexpectedly like a trap.
In today’s sermon, a ruler asked Jesus a very important question: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” Jesus’ answer reveals the foolishness of seeking to earn salvation and the wisdom of receiving it by grace through faith. http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2014/11/18/inherit-eternal-life/
As we continue in our study of the Gospel of Luke, we come to a very important section on the subject of prayer. In Luke 11:1 we read that “Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when He was finished, one of His disciples said to Him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples.’ ” It must have delighted Jesus to hear His follower ask Him to teach them to pray. This morning we will examine Luke 11:1 and learn: What is prayer? How do we pray? And Who teaches us to pray? http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2012/10/01/sermon-luke-111-teach-us-to-pray/
This morning we come in our study of the Gospel of Luke to what is commonly called the Parable of the Good Samaritan. This good Samaritan is called good because he showed mercy and compassion to a man in need. It is because of this parable we have the phrase “Good Samaritan” which we use to refer to anyone who does a selfless, merciful act for someone in need. It is widely believed that Jesus told this parable to remind us to be kind to those around us. While this is an important aspect of the parable, we will discover that the main focus is to expose the lawyer’s lack of love for his neighbor and God and to show that he needed God’s love in order to inherit eternal life. http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2012/09/17/luke-1025-37-the-good-samaritan/
In our sermon today, Jesus has just taught about His mission “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). Some believed that when Jesus entered Jerusalem the kingdom of God would appear immediately, but Jesus knew He must first go to the Father and then return later. For this reason Jesus “proceeded to tell a parable” (11) of a nobleman and his servants and citizens. The nobleman gave ten servants each one mina . The nobleman left and instructed his servants to “engage in business until I come” (13). When he returned he called his servants to him “that he might know what they had gained by doing business” (15). Our sermon shall focus on three groups of people that appear before the nobleman. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/06/15/the-parable-of-the-ten-minas-luke-1911-27/
Our sermon today concerns an encounter Jesus had with a man named Zacchaeus who was sitting in a sycamore tree. Zacchaeus is sort of an ironic fellow. Zacchaeus is a Hebrew name meaning “clean or pure” but he was a corrupt tax collector who worked for the Roman Government. Today, we shall read about this encounter with Jesus to find out more about Jesus’ mission to “seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). http://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/01/05/luke-191-10-a-lesson-from-the-sycamore-tree/
What happens when a church forgets her purpose? She becomes distracted and unconcerned as the devil steals, kills, and destroys. Do not be deceived, our enemy is on the prowl and ready to pounce; sowing seeds of discord in the world and leaving a trail of destruction. Jesus came to “destroy the works of the devil” (1 John 3:8) and He calls the Church to labor in this work. Jesus made this clear when He said: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age” (Matt 28:18-20). In other words, Bringing the Love of Christ to a Hurting World must be our passion that fuels every dollar and every ministry. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/05/23/bringing-the-love-of-christ-to-a-hurting-world/
Did you know there is a Christian way to fight? Many Christians don’t know, so they fight just as they did before they became Christian. Fighting like a non-Christian is sinful because it is according to self-interest and self-preservation. It involves deceit and manipulation of others and results in anger, bitterness, and resentment. This is why God tells us of a better way to fight. Over the next four weeks, we shall learn how to fight and we shall begin by stressing the importance of forgiveness. More information can be found at https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/07/05/blessings-forgiveness/
Far too many Christians have fallen for one of the devil’s biggest lies. Have you? Let’s find out by answering the following question: “Are you able to forgive someone who has hurt you or someone you love?” If the answer is “No”, then you have fallen for one of the devil’s biggest lies. The Bible not only tells us that we are able to forgive, but that we should forgive and that it is good to forgive. Today, by the grace of God, we shall learn how we can forgive anyone and everyone. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/07/13/how-to-forgive-anyone-and-everyone/
Today we begin our study of the book of Genesis. In the very first verse we read: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen 1:1). In this verse we learn about the beginning of the universe, but we are not told about God’s beginning. How did God begin? Did someone or something else create Him? Did He create Himself? Over the next few weeks we shall discuss key attributes of God and today we shall learn about His Self-Existence. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/08/10/the-self-existence-of-god-genesis-11/
You may have heard this question before: “Can God create a rock so large that He is unable to lift it?” It is a well-known and challenging question because the Bible teaches that God is all-powerful and has complete control (Omnipotence). Therefore, if you answer ‘No, He cannot make a rock too large…’ you feel awkward saying that God is unable to do so. But, if you answer ‘Yes, He can make a rock too large…’, then once again you are saying that God is unable to do something. In this sermon we shall attempt to answer this question as we learn what the Bible teaches about God’s omnipotence. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/08/17/the-omnipotence-of-god-genesis-11/
Over the past few weeks we have been learning about key attributes of God as we prepare for our study of the book of Genesis. Thus far we have learned that God is self-existent (eternal with no beginning or end), omnipotent (all-powerful), and omniscient (all-knowing). In our sermon today, we shall learn that God is omnipresent; that is to say: fully present in all places at all times. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/08/31/the-omnipresence-of-god-genesis-11/
Growing up I was told about a man who could see me when I was sleeping; he knew when I was awake; he knew if I was bad or good so, therefore, I should be good for goodness sake. While Christians should not be overly concerned about Santa Claus watching us, we should be thankful that God watches over us. In our sermon today, we shall learn about God’s total and complete knowledge (omniscience). In other words, God knows everything about everything. Below are 5 reasons to rejoice about God’s omniscience. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/08/24/the-omniscience-of-god-genesis-11/
The Trinity describes the relationship between the three Persons of God who share the one Being of God. If you did not completely understand that definition, you are not alone because the Trinity is one of the more difficult topics to understand. While it is understandable to not completely understand the Trinity, it is vital that we seek to understand the Trinity. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/09/03/the-trinity/
The Bible begins with this simple, yet profound statement: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Gen 1:1). This statement is simple because we learn that everything was created by God. It is profound because of the magnitude of the creative power of God. In our sermon today, we shall focus on God’s creative power. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/09/14/god-is-the-creator-genesis-11/
Last week we learned that God created “the heavens and the earth” (Gen 1:1). Whether it is a plant, planet, vegetable, animal, or mineral; we know God has created it. Over the next month we shall discuss Genesis 1 in detail, but today we shall lay a firm foundation for our study in Genesis. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/09/21/genesis-1-a-firm-foundation/
Have you ever wondered why God inspired the Bible to be written as it is? Ever wondered why God tells us what He tells us? Romans 15:4 says, “whatever was written in the past was written for our instruction so that we may have hope through endurance and through the encouragement from the Scriptures.” In today’s study of Genesis 1, we will learn God’s process for creation and why He chose to create in this manner. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/09/28/the-six-days-of-creation-genesis-1/
Who are we and why are we here? Are we just highly intelligent mammals of no more importance than a whale or a chimpanzee? Are we just “lucky accidents” of the evolutionary game of chance? Or are we highly valued beings created and designed by a loving God? In our sermon today we shall learn the truth about our creation so that we can know who we are and why we are here. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/10/12/the-creation-of-man-genesis-24-25/
Did you know that a healthy balance of work and rest is not only important physically but also important spiritually? In our sermon today, we shall study Genesis 2:1-3 and learn about the importance of God’s choice to rest on the seventh day and the eternal implications. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/10/05/the-seventh-day-genesis-21-3/
In Genesis 1 and 2, God made man and gave him a beautiful home, job, and wife. Everything seemed so perfect, what could possibly go wrong? In this Sunday’s sermon we shall study Genesis 3 and learn how sinful it is to desire God’s blessings more than God’s presence. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/10/19/the-fall-of-man-genesis-3/
Adam was created and blessed by God but sinned against God by choosing His blessings more than His presence. Last week we learned that God graciously forgave his and Eve’s sin, but sin has consequences. In Genesis 4, we learn about a man named Cain and are commanded not to follow in his steps. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/10/29/the-way-of-cain-genesis-4/
Thus far in our study of Genesis we have learned that God created everything “and saw everything that He had made, and behold, it was very good” (1:31). A key part of God’s creation is humans uniquely created in His image (1:27). Tragically, the first humans rebelled against God resulting in a broken world filled with evil, sin, and death. With the world in such condition, let us turn our attention to Genesis 6 and learn more about God’s character. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/11/09/noah-and-the-flood-genesis-6/
In Genesis 6 we learned that humans had corrupted the earth so much that God determined to destroy everyone by a flood of waters. We also learned that God planned to graciously save one man named Noah because he was righteous and blameless. In Genesis 7, we find out more about Noah and the flood by learning about the Ark of Salvation. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/11/16/the-ark-of-salvation-genesis-7/
How quickly the fresh start of 2016 can sour! The New Year’s Resolutions that are enthusiastically determined before the old year ends are quietly discarded after the New Year begins. The gym membership that sounded so promising in 2015, now sounds unreasonable in 2016. The promises of quality time with family have succumbed to the pressures and demands of your time. The strained relationships of 2015 seem to pay no regard to the ringing in of a new year. If you were looking for 2016 to solve your problems, you will be disappointed. The answers we seek are not found in a fresh start but in a Faithful Savior. Let us turn our attention to Genesis 9&10 and learn about how Noah’s fresh start quickly soured and how the answer lies in trusting in our faithful God who keeps His promises. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/01/13/new-years-disappointments-genesis-9-10/
Over the past few weeks we have learned about Noah and the flood. In Genesis 6, God saw that the world was corrupt because of the wickedness of man. God decided to destroy the earth with a flood. Before the flood came, however, Noah found favor with God because he was a righteous man. God decided to spare Noah, Noah’s family, and a selection of animals on a large boat called an ark. After the flood waters receded, Noah and all who were on the ark departed into the new world. While many people are aware that Noah built an ark, not as many people know that Noah built an altar once he left the ark. What can we learn about Noah’s altar? https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/11/30/noahs-altar-genesis-820-22/
Have you ever wondered if God has forgotten about you? Do you sometimes wonder if God is really there? Do you wonder if He is aware of your trials? Do you sometimes wonder if He cares? If so, Genesis 8 is a good reminder that God is there, He is aware, and He cares. As we begin Genesis 8, we see a lonely boat carrying the only life on earth. This boat has been floating over a desolate earth that has been covered in water for 150 days. This flood was the result of God’s judgment against the wickedness of man. In our sermon from Genesis 8, we shall learn that during this difficult time, “God remembered Noah.” https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2015/11/23/our-faithful-god-remembers-genesis-81-19/
When God calls, you should answer. But what if I do not want to answer? What if I am comfortable where I am and perfectly content doing what I am doing? Do not be afraid of God’s call, whatever it may be, because God always calls you to something better. In our sermon today, we shall discuss God’s call for Abram (later known as Abraham) to leave his country and family and go to a new land. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/02/02/the-call-of-abram/
“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall” (Prov 16:18). The surest path to self-destruction is to believe that you are strong and wise enough to handle anything and everything. The surest path to an abundant life is to surrender your life to Jesus Christ. Today, we shall be in Genesis 11 and learn about a group of people who believed God was unimportant and learn from their mighty fall. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/01/25/the-tower-of-babel-genesis-11/
Do you want God to take care of you or leave you alone? If you want God to leave you alone you will find yourself miserably consumed with self-preservation. But, if you believe that God is best equipped to take care of you, you will rest in His Divine preservation. In our sermon today, we shall learn from a crisis in Abram’s life, what he did, and what he learned and pray that God would help us rest in His care. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/02/08/the-sin-of-self-preservation-genesis-1210-20/
Be careful when making decisions. What may look like Heaven may in fact be Hell. The eyes can be deceived so we must not trust our eyes. Instead, God instructs us to prayerfully seek His will because He always guides us to what is best. In our sermon today, we shall study Genesis 13 and learn about conflict that arose between Abram and Lot. Abram responded in faith and generosity and was greatly blessed by God. Lot responded in selfish pride and set himself up for great misery. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/02/22/live-by-faith-not-sight-genesis-13/
Will Rogers once said, “If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging.” How do you know if your decisions are helping to solve your problems or if they are simply making them worse? If we find ourselves in a difficult situation, we must not make the situation worse by making foolish decisions. So, how do we know if our decisions are foolish or wise? Wise decisions are always born as a result of faith. In our sermon this morning, let us learn from Abram and Sarai about the foolishness of impatience and the wisdom of faith. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/04/11/the-folly-of-impatience-genesis-16/
Do you ever wish you could start over? Maybe you have convinced yourself that a fresh start would take away all your problems and allow you to live happily ever after? The truth is that simply starting over is only a short term solution because soon you will find yourself wanting to start over again. What you need, is not a fresh start, but an Almighty God who will bring you a new identity. In our sermon this morning, we see God Almighty graciously bestowing blessings on a man needing a fresh beginning. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/04/18/i-am-god-almighty-genesis-17/
God will not make an exception for you. He is the righteous Judge who rules impartially and will ensure that everyone receives what is due. In Genesis 18, the Lord demonstrated His righteousness by blessing Abraham and bringing punishment upon Sodom and Gomorrah. We also get a glimpse into God’s grace when Abraham interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah; asking God to have mercy on them. As we study this chapter, may our love for God grow and may sinners turn from their ways and repent. https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/05/02/the-judge-of-all-the-earth-genesis-18/
Sodom and Gomorrah serves an examples of what will happen to the ungodly. Lot serves as an example of how God is able to rescue the godly from trials (2 Peter 2). https://firstbaptistscottcity.org/2016/06/13/sodom-and-gomorrah-gen-19/