Pastor Mike in this sermon emphasizes the importance of dying to one's selfish desires and living a life that pleases God through Jesus Christ. It stresses the need to love and serve others, reject sin, and yield to God's righteousness. The preacher encourages living under God's grace rather than being bound by legalistic rules. The message is about personal transformation, focusing on goodness and mercy, and aligning one's life with God's will.

The sermon emphasizes the importance of receiving God's grace and the gift of righteousness through Jesus Christ. It highlights that even when we make mistakes, we should run to God, who has declared us blameless and righteous. The sermon discusses how through Jesus, we are justified and separated from sin. It also emphasizes that grace operates through righteousness, enabling us to live a new life in Christ, no longer enslaved by sin. The message encourages obedience to God's word and a focus on God's will, emphasizing that our own efforts cannot suffice without Christ.

In this part 2 of the sermon Pastor Mike Zeno emphasizes that God's power is greater than any darkness. He stresses the importance of not abusing the presence of God and handling it with care. The sermon highlights the consequences of mishandling God's presence and encourages believers to trust in God's plan for their lives. The message concludes with a declaration of blessings and victory in the year.

In this part 1 of the sermon, Pastor Mike Zino reflects on the biblical story of the Philistines taking the Ark of God and how it represents the presence and covering of God. They discuss the defeat of Dagon, a Philistine god, and how it symbolizes the victory of God over dark forces. The sermon emphasizes God's power, restoration, and the removal of spiritual blindness caused by marine spirits. The Philistines' attempts to rid themselves of the Ark demonstrate that God's presence can bring both blessings and challenges. The sermon encourages trust in God's plan and promises restoration and victory for believers.

This teaching emphasizes the importance of living purposefully and fulfilling one's destiny. It draws parallels between God's act of creating light in the beginning and our role as agents of change and light in the world. It encourages intentional living, discernment, and being led by the Spirit of God. The message highlights that all things work together for good for those called according to God's purpose and underscores the ultimate purpose of praising the Lord.

The sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding one's purpose and destiny in life. It asserts that every person is created with a unique purpose, ordained by God, and that this purpose cannot be thwarted. The message highlights the role of God as a helper in accomplishing one's destiny and emphasizes the need to trust in God's plan for one's life. Additionally, the sermon underscores the importance of bringing light and freedom to others as part of one's divine assignment.