06-16-25 part 2: Covenant, Kingship, and the Call to Keep Going

Section One

The segment begins with a reminder that the Holy Spirit dwells in believers, not as a concept but as a living power to overcome sin. The message is clear: while sin is still a part of human experience, it is no longer the believer’s master. There’s a strong appeal to avoid making peace with sin and instead live in the freedom Jesus provided. Meanwhile, the show experiences a familiar technical hurdle—an echo in the broadcast—but the host stays committed, moving forward with grace and a KAAM station ID, modeling perseverance under pressure.

Section Two

The teaching centers on Genesis 17 and God’s covenant with Abraham. A powerful moment unfolds when Abraham, hearing God’s promises about Isaac, pleads for Ishmael: “If only Ishmael might live under Your blessing!” Abraham tries to bend God’s plan toward his own expectations, a moment many believers can relate to. But God lovingly but firmly redirects him—His plan will proceed through Isaac. This exchange shows that God listens, but He doesn’t yield His sovereign purposes to human preference. The covenant is established on God’s terms, and His promises carry the weight of divine precision and timing.

Section Three

The lesson expands to show how God's commands to Abraham were inclusive and clear. Even those not born into Abraham’s direct family—foreigners and servants—had to participate in the covenant. God was forming a spiritual family defined by obedience, not by heritage alone. The promise extends through Sarah, not just as a biological detail, but as a divine declaration of her role in birthing nations and kings. This structure challenges today’s culture of blurred roles and shifting identities. God is not confused. His design is intentional, and belonging to Him requires aligning with His clarity.

Section Four

As the show continues, technical improvements unfold—most notably, the echo is finally resolved—and a call from listener Shell brings affirmation and prayer. The host offers heartfelt thanks and a blessing for protection and joy over his audience. The program wraps with a strong reminder that just as Abraham had to surrender his vision for Ishmael to embrace God’s greater plan, so too must we trust God's wisdom over our preferences. The call is to live in covenant, not compromise—because when God makes a promise, it will be fulfilled His way, in His time.