THE CHURCH IN THE OLD TESTAMENT (MIDWEEK SERVICE)
Summary
Pastor Dolapo Lawal teaches that the Old Testament serves as a theological shadow of the New Testament, using Abraham as a primary type for the church. He argues that Abraham, called out as a Gentile, typifies the universal church where both Jews and Gentiles are united through faith in the promised seed, Jesus Christ. The sermon connects the sacrifice of Isaac on Mount Moriah to Christ’s atonement, emphasizing that the Old Testament provides the doctrinal foundation and prophetic evidence for the Messiah’s identity.
Topics discussed
Introduction: The Church in Types and Shadows
Purpose of Scripture: Reproof, Correction, and Completeness
Old Testament as Shadow and New Testament as Substance
Jesus' Miracles and Fulfillment of Old Testament Prophecy
Defining Doubt, Unbelief, and Disbelief
Hell as God's Justice and the Endless Argument
Hebrews 10:1 and the Concept of Shadows in the Law
Four Types of the Church in the Old Testament
Abram: The Called Out Man and Meaning of Ecclesia
Abraham as a Gentile and the Sign of Circumcision
Righteousness by Faith Before Circumcision
The Lamb Slain Before the Foundations of the World
Romans 4: Abraham as Father of All Who Believe
Father of Nations: Goyim and the Promise to Gentiles
Sin's Dominion and Adam's Separation from God
Babel and Pentecost: Scattering and Unity of the Spirit
The Sacrifice of Isaac: The Third Day Resurrection Type
Mount Moriah: The House of the Lord and Isaac's Willingness
Sarah's Age and Isaac's Voluntary Submission
Jehovah Jireh: Provision and the Three-Day Journey
Prayer as Partnership: Not Just Asking for Gifts
The Servants at the Foot of the Mountain: Law and Prophets
Galatians 3: The Promise to Abraham's Seed, Christ
Faith in Resurrection: God Gives Life to the Dead
El Shaddai: God as the One Who Nourishes and Gives Life
The Activation of Promise: Withholding the Son
Obedience Over Preference: Serving God on His Terms
Christianity Against Racism and Tribalism
Psalm 68: God Sets the Solitary in Families
Finding Home in the Church: A Personal Testimony
Personal Story: Stealing Money for PlayStation
The Consequences of Dishonesty and Family Dynamics
The Shepherd and the Lost Sheep: Grace vs. Condemnation
The Lying Church Member: A Story of Deception
Choosing Blessing Over Curse in Response to Betrayal
Chief Cornerstone and Rock of Offense in the Church
Behavior in the Assembly: Avoiding Lucifer's Path
Moses and Pharaoh: The Danger of Hardened Hearts
Lifting the Edge of Favor: The Cost of Attacking Others
God as the Man of War: Discipline and Protection
Western Individualism vs. Biblical Family Values
Knowing Your Neighbors: The Tesla and the Neighbor
The Abnormality of Not Knowing Your Church Family
Cousins and Family: The Importance of Kinship
Valuing Family Over 'Bad Energy' Siblings
University Friends vs. Lifelong Family Bonds
Transition to Final Application
Galatians 6: God Is Not Mocked and Sowing and Reaping
Pain as a Teacher: The Role of the Holy Spirit
No Condemnation in Christ: The Ministry of Restoration
Closing Prayer and Benediction
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