Annual Meeting 2024: Waiting Upon the Lord (2 Pet. 1:13-15)

Summary

The sermon emphasizes the importance of waiting patiently and trusting in the Lord rather than relying on the quick fixes and worldly powers symbolized by horses and chariots. Using biblical examples from 2 Peter, Psalms, Exodus, Deuteronomy, and the history of Israel's kings, the preacher highlights the virtue of patience, faith, and reliance on God's timing and salvation. The message warns against succumbing to the lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life, encouraging believers to remain steadfast in God's word and to quietly wait for His deliverance. Ultimately, the sermon calls for faith in God's sovereign grace and the rejection of worldly shortcuts.