Pilgrims, Strangers & Sojourners, 5/6/09

Summary

The sermon emphasizes the Christian life as a pilgrimage, where believers are strangers and sojourners on earth, longing for a heavenly home prepared by God. It highlights the impermanence of earthly life and the importance of focusing on spiritual goals rather than worldly temptations. The preacher draws from scriptures such as 1 Peter and Hebrews to encourage faithfulness and perseverance, reminding believers that even Old Testament saints lived as pilgrims, looking forward to the fulfillment of God's promises. The message calls for a life set apart, avoiding fleshly desires and worldly distractions, while holding onto the hope of eternal life with Christ.