The Miracles of Embracing the Old and the New | Vision 2024 | Jentezen Franklin

The sermon emphasizes the importance of treasuring both old and new aspects of faith and traditions, arguing that honoring the past allows for new blessings and growth. It highlights the dangers of forsaking traditional values and encourages a balanced approach to faith, drawing parallels between the wise householder in scripture and individuals leading their families and churches. Ultimately, the sermon posits that embracing the old path alongside new developments is key to achieving success and experiencing God's blessings.

Old & New Testament

• 00:01:30 Jesus, in Matthew 13, likens the kingdom of heaven to a householder who utilizes old and new treasures. This concept is reinforced by Isaiah 42:9, suggesting that new things spring forth from the old. The speaker emphasizes that Free Chapel honors both old and new, maintaining traditional elements while embracing advancements.

Wise Householder

• 00:05:03 The wise householder metaphor illustrates leadership in the church and family. The speaker observes that many young pastors and individuals prioritize the new, sometimes forsaking traditions and the past. He argues that a wise leader understands the value of both old and new, allowing for balanced growth and relevance.

Old Path

• 00:11:11 Jeremiah 6 advocates for seeking the old path, representing traditional values and practices. The speaker applies this to specific examples like marriage, family, prayer, and worship. He believes America, in its current state, is seeking this old path, a return to God and traditional values that built the nation.

Generational Blessings

• 00:18:00 The speaker emphasizes that treasuring the old paves the way for new blessings. The fifth commandment, 'Honor thy father and mother,' exemplifies this concept. Connecting with elders and learning from their wisdom can unlock new opportunities and blessings. This extends to families and legacies, with the speaker using personal anecdotes to illustrate this.

Building New Things

• 00:29:33 The speaker draws parallels between Free Chapel's growth and the concept of new things springing from the old. He uses the church's physical expansion as a metaphor for this, showing how the old sanctuary led to new buildings and eventually Free Chapel College. This highlights that honoring the old can enable expansion and growth into new areas of ministry.