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Sermons, Bible Classes and Other Addresses by Denny Hartford, Director of Vital Signs Ministries |
Psalm 61
One of the places where King David finds protection and security is "...in the shelter of Thy wings."
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Olly Olly Oxen Free
The oxen trample all over the Old Testament. We will look at a few important things about these animals, among them the sanctity of human life, the importance of social obligations, the blessings of God that are bestowed to fit very specific geographical and cultural purposes, and the virtue God requires of us to be kind to animals.
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Daniel, Darius and the Lions
In Daniel 6, we see that Daniel doesn't back down from worshiping the One True God. And because of his faithfulness and the political jealousy of others, Daniel meets the lions.
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Saved By Ravens
The text today reveals a miracle, a wonderful testimony of God's care for His own, insights into the cost of discipleship and the nature of judgment, the priority of life over law, etc. The animal that shows up is the raven and the text is I Kings 17: 1-6.
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Let the Dogs In
The key to fully appreciating Jesus' exit from Israel and His response to the Syrophonecian woman concerns a proper understanding of dogs.
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Beware of the Wolves
We're shown through multiple Scriptures how the characteristics of wolves parallel or contrast with the ways of men.
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Donkeys and Horses
This is a biblical survey of these two species which will lead to reflections of two specific and very important moments in the life of Christ.
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The Stampeding Swine
Jesus had just amazed the disciples in an encounter with a wild sea. They now see His power (and mercy) in an encounter with wild men!
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The Prodigal Prophet Meets the Great Fish
Jonah found out that doing it his way instead of depending on God was a bad move.
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The Blasphemers and the Bears.
Another in the series of historical narratives set in Scripture where animals play an important role.
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