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“By Faith Noah: ‘A Preacher of Righteousness’” (Hebrews 11:7; Genesis 6), Sunday, June 14, 2026

Pastor Smith continues his series in Hebrews, "Jesus is Greater: Faith in the Supremacy of Jesus Christ," with a study titled "By Faith Noah: 'A Preacher of Righteousness,'" from Hebrews 11:7.

After reviewing the question "What is Faith?", Pastor Smith invites listeners to consider Genesis 6— the world's depravity before the Flood, God's immutability, and Noah's faith, who believed God and built an ark to save his household from judgment.

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A Testament to the Tragedy of Sinful Pride and God’s Grace (Daniel 4)

This second of two daily devotionals is drawn from Daniel 4, where we find King Nebuchadnezzar enjoying the “golden years” of his reign. The king, however, was troubled by a dream, a vision that needed interpretation. The king summoned Daniel to interpret the dream and explain its meaning. Daniel confessed, “My lord, the dream be to them that hate thee, and the interpretation thereof to thine enemies” (Daniel 4:19c).

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Trials and Temptations: A Crisis of Faith and Integrity (Daniel 3)

Continuing our study of the Book of Daniel, this first of two devotionals is from Daniel 3, with a second to follow from Daniel 4. Daniel 3 records one of the great moments of faith in the Old Testament. After erecting a great golden image (perhaps of himself), Nebuchadnezzar commanded all people to bow to his idol or be burned in the flames of his furnace. Three Hebrew men refused to obey the king’s command, and the LORD saved them wonderfully and miraculously!

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Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream of Four World Empires (Daniel 2)

Our study of the Scriptures continues in the Book of Daniel, with a fascinating chapter that presents a prophetic panorama of world empires (Daniel 2). Nebuchadnezzar’s dream and its interpretation by the prophet Daniel are the focus of this second devotional, which concludes with Daniel’s promotion.

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Will You Dare to Be a Daniel? (Daniel 1)

Our chronological study of the Scriptures brings us to the Book of Daniel. Today’s Scripture reading is from Daniel 1-2. This is the first of two daily devotionals. Daniel presents us with a prophetic panorama of human history, beginning with Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, and encompassing the Medo-Persian, Greek, and Roman empires. Our study will examine Daniel's character as the LORD prepared him to be a prophet to the kings.

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Armageddon: The Judgment of the Nations (Joel 3)

Today’s Scripture reading concludes our study of the Book of Joel. Joel 3 concludes our study of Joel's prophecies. In chapter 3, Joel gives us a prophetic vision of the sins and wickedness of the last days, the “Day of the LORD,” and His judgment.

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Blessed Promise: God’s Promise to Forgive and Restore (Joel 2)

Our Scripture reading continues with Joel 2. In Joel 1, the prophet called the people of Judah to turn to the LORD and repent. In Joel 2, the trumpets were sounded, warning the people that the day of God’s judgment had arrived. As with many earlier prophecies in our study, Joel’s prophecy was both imminent and far-reaching.

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“The Day of the LORD is at Hand” (Joel 1)

Today’s Scripture reading is Joel 1-2. This, the first of two Bible studies, will focus on Joel 1. Joel, a minor prophet to Judah, was commanded by the LORD to warn that nation that an unprecedented judgment was imminent. Observing the effects of God’s wrath, Joel called on the people to turn to the LORD and repent of their sins.

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“Enoch Walked with God” (Hebrews 11:5), Wed. Bible study, June 10, 2026

Pastor's Hebrews series, "Jesus is Greater: Faith in the Supremacy of Jesus Christ," continues in Hebrews 11 with the focus on the faith of Enoch, who not only "walked with God," but so pleased Him that he was "translated" that he should not see death. This lesson begins with a review of the question, "What is Faith?" (Hebrews 11:1-3), a brief review of Abel (Hebrews 11:4), and concludes with observations concerning Enoch.

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Three Puritan Doctrines that Shaped the American Republic (part 1), Bible Study, Wed., June 10, 2026

Pastor Smith continues his weekly series honoring the 250th birthday of America with a study of America's Spiritual Heritage. After a review of the founding of the United States as a republic and not a democracy, Pastor Smith introduces the first of three Puritan doctrines that strongly influenced and shaped the United States Constitution of 1787. The Sovereignty of God is the focus of this week's lesson, as well as pertinent observations about our country's current social and political dilemmas that are eroding our homes, culture, and future as a nation.

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A River of Life (Ezekiel 47)

Our study of The Prophecies of Ezekiel will conclude today with chapters 47 and 48. This first of two devotionals is drawn from Ezekiel 47. The subject is the “River of Life” that will flow from the Temple of the Millennial Kingdom and bring the desert to life. Notably, the assignment of lands to the Tribes of Israel is not the only point noted, but also a provision for non-Hebrew believers.

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Worship and Ministry in the Millennial Kingdom (Ezekiel 46)

Our study of the Millennial Kingdom continues with today’s reading from Ezekiel 46. This devotional describes worship in the Millennial Kingdom and outlines the specific regulations and guidelines governing Temple worship.

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The Millennial Kingdom: The Prince, the Land, and the Sacrifices (Ezekiel 45)

Our Scripture reading is Ezekiel 45. Today’s Bible study continues our focus on the Millennial Kingdom when Christ will reign from His throne in the new Temple and Jerusalem. Ezekiel 45 recorded the future division of the land in the Millennial Kingdom.

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The Ministers of the Millennium Temple (Ezekiel 44)

The prophet Ezekiel’s vision of the Temple of the Millennial Kingdom continued in Ezekiel 43-44. Ezekiel 43 described the perpetual presence of the LORD's glory in the Temple and the land of Israel shining with the radiance of God’s glory. Ezekiel 44 describes the order of the priests and the restrictions governing priests.

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What is Faith? (Hebrews 11)

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“A Journey Through Faith’s Hall of Fame” (Hebrews 11:1-4), Sunday worship, June 7, 2026

Continuing his Hebrews series, "Jesus is Greater: Faith in the Supremacy of Jesus Christ," Pastor Smith introduces the first message in a series on Hebrews 11 titled “A Journey Through Faith’s Hall of Fame” (Hebrews 11:1-4). The study begins with Hebrews 10:38-39, in which the author of Hebrews urges Jewish believers not to return to the Old Covenant but to remain in the New Covenant, acknowledging Jesus Christ as our sacrifice for sin, Mediator, and High Priest. The primary topic of this message is "What is Faith?" Pastor Smith defines faith and outlines its nature and perspective, beginning with the non-negotiable doctrine that God is the Creator (Hebrews 11:3). The message concludes with a brief study of Abel (Hebrews 11:4).

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The Glorious Future of the LORD’s Millennial Kingdom! (Ezekiel 43)

The prophet Ezekiel’s vision of the Temple of the Millennial Kingdom continued in today’s Scripture reading from Ezekiel 43. Ezekiel 43 describes the perpetual presence of the LORD's glory in the Temple and the radiance of His glory throughout the land of Israel.