Return to Bethel | Genesis 35:1–7
- Preacher
- Dr. Jerry Black
- Tradition
- Baptist
- Published
- Length
- 43:02
Scripture
About this sermon
Speaker: Pastor Ken Addison, Teaching Pastor Beulah Baptist Church | Hopkins, SC Sermon preached: September 14, 2025 Scripture: Genesis 35:1–7 In Genesis 35:1–7, Pastor Ken Addison teaches on Jacob’s return to Bethel after the shameful events of Shechem. God calls Jacob back to the place where He had first appeared to him, reminding him of His covenant promises, His mercy, and His faithfulness. This sermon shows how God graciously renews His people. Jacob had delayed obedience and allowed idols to linger in his household, but when God called him back to Bethel, Jacob responded by leading his family to put away their foreign gods, purify themselves, and return to worship the Lord. The message reminds us that idols are not only statues or images. Anything that steals our worship, affection, obedience, or devotion from God can become an idol. To serve the Lord faithfully, believers must repent of idolatry, separate from worldliness, and return to wholehearted devotion to God. Jacob’s return to Bethel also points us to the gospel. We cannot make ourselves clean before God. But through Jesus Christ, God removes our sinful garments, gives us the righteousness of Christ, and makes us acceptable before Him. Those who have been cleansed by Christ still need continual renewal as they turn from sin and walk in holiness. Watch and be encouraged to return to the Lord, bury the idols that have lingered too long, and remember the mercy of God that calls His people back to worship. Thank you for watching. While you are here, we invite you to subscribe to our channel for more sermons and biblical encouragement. Beulah Baptist Church | Hopkins, SC We are a growing congregation located in southeast Columbia, SC. We seek to know Jesus and make Him known in our community and in the world. Website: https://www.beulahbaptist.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beulahbaptist.churchSC Instagram: https://instagram.com/beulahbaptist.church
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