53-1115A Speak To The Rock

"Speak ye unto the rock." In this intimate Sunday morning service, the prophet addresses a "warm little welcome" in a local Owensboro congregation. Drawing from the journey of Israel in the wilderness, he explains the transition from the smitten Rock to the spoken Word, showing that the believer's victory today is found in a simple, spoken plea of faith. Sermon Highlights: Humble Beginnings: The prophet reflects on the "warm little welcome" of the morning, comparing the small gathering to his early days at the Tabernacle in Jeffersonville. He recounts the early years of worshiping in a building with no floor, where people walked through mud to sit by a wood stove—reminding the audience that God's greatest blessings often start in the most humble settings. The Smitten Rock vs. The Spoken Rock: Using the typology of Exodus and Numbers, the prophet explains that Christ was "smitten" once at Calvary to provide the "Water of Life." He teaches that we no longer need to smite the Rock (seek a new sacrifice); we simply need to "speak" to the Rock to receive healing, peace, and the Holy Spirit. The Peril of Disobedience: He warns of the danger of trying to "smite" what God has already provided, noting that Moses’ failure to simply speak to the rock cost him his entrance into the promised land. He applies this to the modern believer, urging them to stop "working" for a miracle and start "speaking" for it. The Ministry of F.F. Bosworth: The prophet acknowledges the presence of veteran evangelist F.F. Bosworth, calling him a "good godly man" who was preaching the message of healing before the prophet was even born. He honors the legacy of those who paved the way for the current revival. A Tangible Presence: Despite the small size of the audience, the prophet notes that the "great Being" of the Holy Spirit is moving through the building. He declares that God is not limited by the size of the crowd, but by the faith of the "little handful" gathered. Final Prayer for the Congregation: As the prophet prepares to depart, he asks Brother Bosworth to lead the final prayer, entrusting the congregation to the "very God that's led us and been with us" throughout the Kentucky campaign. Key Quote: "After all, what is life? We just don't know how long it's going to last... this may be our last time together. But whether it is or whether it isn't, we can't lose. If you know how to speak to that Rock, you've found the secret to everything you need in this journey." Scripture Reference: Numbers 20:7–11; Exodus 17:1–7; 1 Corinthians 10:4; Psalm 62:2. #TheProphet #SpeakToTheRock #Owensboro1953 #DivineHealing #HolySpirit #TheRockOfAges #Faith #Supernatural #KentuckyRevival #FFBosworth #Miracles #OnlyBelieve Note on the Service: This message is cherished for its nostalgic and gentle tone. It provides a rare look at the prophet in a smaller, more personal setting during the height of the 1953 campaigns. By focusing on the "Spoken Word," he set the stage for a deeper understanding of faith that would characterize the later years of his ministry, emphasizing that the "Rock" is always present and waiting for the believer's voice.