Choosing Obedience Over the American Dream

In this sermon on the Old Testament book of Haggai, Stephen Armstrong addresses the spiritual danger of misplaced priorities. He examines the history of the Jewish exiles who returned to Jerusalem but abandoned the rebuilding of God's temple for fifteen years, choosing instead to lavishly construct their own paneled homes. Because they placed their own material comfort above God's will, God intentionally withheld His blessing, resulting in empty pursuits, inflation, and unfulfilling labor. Armstrong draws a sharp parallel to the modern Church, warning believers against abandoning their spiritual calling to relentlessly pursue the "American dream". Reminding the congregation that true, lasting joy stems from obedience to the Lord rather than personal, physical achievement , he challenges listeners to "consider their ways" and dedicate their time, energy, and resources to serving God's ultimate purpose. Notes: https://drive.proton.me/urls/R8QN7JSX... Web: https://versebyverseministry.org/less... Taught by Stephen Armstrong, Founder, VBVMI.