Covering - Genesis 9:18-29

Summary

The sermon explores Genesis 9:18-29, focusing on the incident where Noah becomes drunk and is uncovered, and his sons' differing responses to his nakedness. It highlights the symbolic significance of covering shame, contrasting Ham's exposure of Noah's nakedness with Shem and Japheth's respectful covering, reflecting God's nature as a God who covers sin. The message extends to the Christian life, emphasizing the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit rather than being under the influence of alcohol, and the spiritual covering believers receive through justification and baptism in Christ. The sermon concludes with the hope of being clothed in righteousness for the marriage supper of the Lamb.