The Remnant Church Podcast

What does it mean to protect the oil? In this powerful message, discover how to guard the presence of the Holy Spirit in your life by avoiding spiritual “leaks,” refusing to waste what God has given you, and learning to steward His anointing daily.

In this episode of Better Ministry, we explore the powerful truth that Jesus came to heal the brokenhearted and bring freedom to the oppressed (Luke 4:18). Discover how God restores not just spiritually, but emotionally—healing the inner wounds, pain, and brokenness we all face. If you’re in need of hope, freedom, or healing, this message is for you.

Jesus announced his mission in his hometown synagogue by reading from Isaiah and declaring that the prophecy was fulfilled in their hearing. In eight powerful words, he proclaimed himself as the Messiah who came to save not just the Jewish people, but the entire world. His message of salvation for all people was so offensive to his neighbors that they tried to throw him off a cliff. Jesus came to bring good news, not good advice - announcing that salvation is available to everyone who recognizes their spiritual poverty and need for a Savior.

In this message, we celebrate the greatest victory in history—the moment when Jesus Christ rose from the dead, conquering sin, death, hell, and the grave. Because He lives, we have hope, forgiveness, and eternal life. As Scripture declares in 1 Corinthians 15:55–57 “O Death, where is your sting? O Hades, where is your victory? … But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” In this Resurrection Sunday message, we reflect on the events of Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday and leading to the cross and the empty tomb. We also wrestle with a powerful and honest question: Are we any better than the people in the story of Jesus’ crucifixion?

Palm Sunday reveals a profound paradox: while crowds celebrated Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem shouting 'Hosanna,' Jesus wept over the city. His tears weren't from sadness but from love, knowing the people were spiritually blind to the peace He came to bring. The same crowds who welcomed Him would soon cry 'Crucify Him!' Jesus understood His mission - to be both King and sacrifice, fulfilling Psalm 118's prophecy as the rejected stone that becomes the cornerstone. His weeping demonstrates the depth of His love for humanity, willing to endure the cross to provide eternal peace that surpasses understanding.

Life can wear us down to the point where we want to quit, even in our faith journey. Asaph, a worship leader in Psalm 73, experienced this same struggle when he saw the wicked prosper while he disciplined himself to live righteously. His perspective changed when he entered God's sanctuary and saw things from an eternal viewpoint. He realized that while the ungodly might enjoy temporary success, they face eternal consequences. When we view our struggles through the lens of eternity, everything changes. Our faithfulness matters not just for our own destiny, but for those watching our lives who might be drawn to Christ through our perseverance.

Pride is the root of every temptation we face, whether it's pleasure, popularity, or power. This same pride caused Satan's fall from heaven and infected humanity through Adam and Eve. Pride manifests in three ways: not giving God glory for our achievements, accepting praise that belongs to Him, and speaking arrogantly instead of humbly. When Satan tempted Jesus with immediate power over all kingdoms, Jesus understood that temporary satisfaction pales compared to eternal rewards. Jesus faced every temptation we do yet remained sinless, making Him our perfect advocate who offers grace and strength when we approach His throne humbly.

Many believers find themselves exhausted from trying to produce what only God can provide, but we were created for rest, not endless toil. In the Garden of Eden, Adam's first day was spent resting in God's presence, and his work was worship, not burden. The fall changed tending into toiling, but through Jesus Christ, we can return to biblical rest. This means working from worship rather than working toward worth, seeking God first before tackling our day, and trusting His provision instead of striving for security. Rest isn't found in achievements or vacations, but in the person of Jesus Christ who IS our rest.

Satan doesn't always attack with obvious lies - sometimes he twists Scripture itself to lead us astray. In Jesus's second temptation, the devil quoted Psalm 91 out of context, trying to get Jesus to force God's hand and seek popularity through a spectacular miracle. Jesus resisted because He didn't need man's approval and trusted God's better plan. Today, we face similar temptations to seek validation through social media and human approval. The truth is, we don't need to be popular in people's eyes because we're already the apple of God's eye. When we change what we're looking to, we change what we're looking for.

In this episode, we explore the first of the 3 P’s of Temptation—Pleasure—and how temptation works in the life of every believer. Drawing from Scriptures like 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 4:1–4, and James 1:12–15, we unpack how temptation is a common human experience, how it tests our faith, and how God always provides a way of escape.You’ll learn what it truly means to be tempted, why desire can lead to sin, and how being Spirit-led, trusting the Father’s provision, and knowing who you are in Christ empowers you to overcome temptation. We also look at the example of Jesus in the wilderness and key biblical truths about identity, grace, and spiritual victory.This episode is a powerful reminder that while temptation is real, God’s Word, His Spirit, and your identity in Christ provide everything you need to stand firm and live in freedom.

Life's overwhelming pressures can leave us feeling like we're drowning in anxiety, but research shows that 85% of our worries never actually happen. The word 'worry' originally meant 'to choke,' which perfectly describes how anxiety affects our ability to breathe. Through the story of a deaf man in Mark 7, we learn three key lessons: silence doesn't protect us from pain, crowds can't heal our deepest wounds, and Jesus understands our struggles. God's peace is available right now through intentional breathing, honest communication about our struggles, and creating space for intimate time with Him. Every breath is a gift from God, and with each exhale, we can release burdens we were never meant to carry.

In a world of uncertainty, the declaration that the Lord is our shepherd offers profound comfort and hope. Scripture compares believers to sheep not as an insult, but as a truth about our dependent nature and constant need for guidance. Just like sheep who often find themselves in dangerous situations, we frequently fall into spiritual ditches and need our Good Shepherd to rescue us repeatedly.Jesus demonstrates His superiority as our shepherd through four key roles. As Jehovah Jireh, He provides what we need rather than everything we want, which is actually better for us. As Jehovah Shalom, He offers true peace and contentment that transcends circumstances, making us lie down in green pastures beside still waters. As Jehovah Rapha, He heals our broken souls and binds up our wounds when life crushes us. As Jehovah Tsidkenu, He leads us in paths of righteousness, providing the only way to true righteousness through faith in Him.The blood of Jesus speaks better things than the blood of Abel, which cried out for vengeance. Instead, Jesus' blood declares love, forgiveness, reconciliation, provision, peace, healing, and righteousness. This week, we can experience this better life by following the Good Shepherd more closely through daily time in God's Word and worship, trusting that His provision exceeds our wants and His rescue is always available when we fall.

Pastor Andrew Hight of Remnant Church in Adairsville, GA continues the sermon series on Vision with part 4 titled The Father’s Vision: Kingdom Vision Equals Change. In this message, Pastor Andrew shares how Kingdom vision brings change and how that walking by faith does not mean that we walk blindly.

The Word of God is...A Mirror (June 1, 2025) - Pastor Andrew Hight of Remnant Church in Adairsville, Ga begins a new series titled The Word Of God Is. Pastor Andrew shares that the Word of God is Holy, settled, and is a mirror for us all to become more like Jesus, to live like Jesus, and to love like Jesus.

Pastor Andrew Hight of Remnant Church in Adairsville, GA shares a message about how the Lord turned the situation around for King Hezekiah and the remnant as they cast down their idols, repented, and turned toward prayer. 2 Kings 9, 2 Chronicles 31 #RemnantChurch #Adairsville

Graduation Sunday: A Turning of Our Hearts: Pastor Andrew shared a message from Micah 4:4-6 for all generations to turn their hearts toward God and then toward one another.