Sunday Service - (Dr. Elder. Carlene Lacey) (September 27, 2026)
Summary
Elder Dr. Carley Macy preaches on "My Sheep Know My Voice" from The King's Healing Room, using Mary Magdalene’s conversion to illustrate how God redeems those who feel beyond hope. The sermon explores the symbolism of the seven demons, the significance of the garden, and the importance of recognizing God’s voice in everyday integrity and personal struggles. The message emphasizes that God knows us intimately before we are born and uses our unique stories to model faith for others. The episode concludes with a tribute to Sister Charise Rivers and instructions for tithing and giving to the mi…
Topics discussed
Welcome, church introduction, and call to attention
Opening prayer and lifting up Bishop Hill
Sermon title: My Sheep Know My Voice
Introduction to Mary Magdalene and the concept of conversion
The symbolism of the 7 demons and spiritual infestation
Hope deferred and the state of the modern mind
Identifying demonic spirits in everyday life
The will, the word, and recognizing God's voice
Mary as the unlikely witness to the resurrection
God's choice of Mary and the garden setting
Parallels between the Garden of Eden and the resurrection
Side note on seeds, fruit, and spiritual reproduction
Scriptural convergence: Genesis and John 20
Knowing God's voice: The toddler analogy
Intimacy with God and shifting from the past
Living sacrifice and the principle of integrity
Personal testimony: Returning a lost $50 bill
Modeling behavior and Bishop Hill's car encounter
Trusting God in the everyday and individual assignments
Distinguishing Mary Magdalene from Mary, mother of Jesus
Personal story: Being set apart from family influences
Childhood lesson: Taking Mama's last $5
Mary's journey through Jesus' life and death
Closing the sermon and audience interaction
Reflection on knowing biblical characters and community gifts
Honoring Sister Charise Rivers on Family Sunday
Welcome for Sister Charise Rivers
Closing remarks and giving instructions
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