Evangelist Martha P. Davis begins by giving thanks to God and acknowledging the prayers and support of the listening audience. She emphasizes that the ministry is ordained by God and that the Word of God must be preached faithfully. Her sermon is based on 2 Corinthians 4:5-9, highlighting the theme that believers are called to preach Christ, not themselves, and that despite persecution and trials, God sustains His people.
She encourages believers to remain steadfast in faith, knowing that God inhabits His people and that they are earthen vessels carrying His glory. She stresses the reality of persecution and spiritual warfare, yet reminds listeners that Jesus promised never to leave or forsake His followers. She references Hebrews 13:5-6 to reinforce that God is always present, even in hardships.
Evangelist Davis shares a personal testimony of God’s faithfulness, recalling a time when the Lord audibly reassured her, “Lo, I am with you always.” She describes facing intense opposition but standing firm in boldness through the Holy Spirit. She calls believers to fearlessly proclaim the gospel, emphasizing the authority of Jesus over the enemy and the power of the Holy Spirit to overcome darkness.
The sermon concludes with a call to absolute surrender to God’s will, a bold proclamation of faith, and encouragement to trust in God's unfailing presence and promises.
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