Campmeeting 2023 | Ptr. Ben Aplaon - Part 1

This sermon emphasizes that everything, visible and invisible, is created by God and for Him. The speaker highlights the importance of truly acknowledging this truth, stating that many problems in families, churches, and governments arise from denying or neglecting it. The sermon draws parallels between the Old Testament (specifically Deuteronomy 31 and 32) and the New Testament, asserting that the God of the Old Testament is the same God today. It underscores the significance of God's design for families and the church, stressing that deviating from it leads to collapse. The speaker encourages listeners to meditate on Colossians 1:16, particularly the phrase "and for him," as a foundation for their lives. The preacher further expounds on Deuteronomy 32, the Song of Moses, explaining how God's doctrine is like life-giving rain and dew. He warns against ignoring God's Word and emphasizes the need to "ascribe greatness" to God, noting that faith working through love is essential for sustained service. The sermon also highlights God's care for His people, comparing it to an eagle stirring its nest and a person protecting the "apple of their eye." A core message is the call for separation and sanctification from the world, asserting that mixing with the world leads to being influenced by it. The sermon concludes by stressing that God is a jealous God who desires no other gods before Him. It challenges listeners to identify and admit to any "other gods" in their lives—such as house, family, ministry, job, car, or time—as a prerequisite for correction and genuine Christianity. The speaker expresses hope that the message will lead to a deeper knowledge, fear, and love of God.

Published: 7/8/2025

The more you acknowledge that everything you have, visible or invisible, is for Him, the more things will be right. Did I invent those last three words? Can you find them in your Bible? Every word of God is pure. Everything is for Him—including your family, you, your children, your wife, your money, your houses, your cars. We need help. If only all the souls represented here, the Joshuas and Moseses among you, would take this to heart. Your time, which cannot be seen but can be observed—is it for Him? All the things preached by the men of God are His words, and they are for Him. But are we honestly and sincerely living according to His Word? We always say we believe in the death, burial, and resurrection. But a year from now, if you are asked, is everything you have for Him? Meditate on this, because this is a very serious thing.

We are living in a world of consequences. At conferences, people ask what to do about the consequences of their actions. Go back to the Bible. Implement this truth by heart: all things, visible and invisible, are for Him. A lot of problems, if not all, will be eliminated. We have His Word, we have the Holy Spirit, we have our families, we have a church—but we mess it up all the time.

Our response to the cross is often taken for granted. We must examine ourselves and consider our ways, to see if they are according to this truth. You have the Book, you have the Holy Spirit, you have God's design. Why mess it up and abandon it? Some people may tell you not to listen to us, calling us heretics or a cult. But we love you. If this is not love, what is it?

Campmeeting 2023 | Ptr. Ben Aplaon - Part 1

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