In Spirit & Truth

Do you live as if you're in the last days on earth? It may not always be obvious, but the signs are all around us. Today, in his update, Pastor JD points us to many scriptures that clearly point us to the plans that God has for the earth as He prepares for His kingdom to become a reality for us. Stay alert, and stay close to God!

Sometimes the problems in our lives can distract us from God. But in today’s message, Pastor JD explains that doing so is the same as equating our problems to God Himself! And we all know that God is bigger than our worldly problems. So then why should ever we let our problems outweigh God’s own strength?

It’s not uncommon for us to ask for God’s help with the struggles of our lives. But, have you ever thought about asking God for help with the things He prepared for you? In today’s message, Pastor JD reminds us of the importance of doing so! God promises challenges in our lives, so why not be prepared for them?

In today’s message, Pastor JD shares that we’re often the most vulnerable after those mountaintop experiences with the Lord. You get so excited about what God just did that you forget to keep your guard up. He shares that Satan takes advantage of your distraction and tries to make you stumble and fall.

While many of us are far too busy to be paying attention to every single detail of global events, we would do well to put in at least a little effort. As Pastor JD explains in his message today, the dense cluster of recent global events should be enough to sound the alarm for what The Bible describes as “watchers on the wall.”

Ever since the penning of the Book of Revelation, there have been countless speculations as to what the contents of the book truly mean. Perhaps more common of these is the vision of the statue, whose feet are a mixture of iron and clay. Be sure to stay tuned as Pastor JD will discuss this very passage of Scripture in light of today's events.

One might ask, just how exactly should we be encouraged by the growing severity of trials and tribulations as believers and followers of Christ. Well, as Pastor JD will discuss in his prophecy update today, it's by none other than the signs of these tribulations that we can look to the promise of our redemption from our Lord.

It can be easy to get so used to the blessings that God has given you that you forget that they were from the Lord…That they were His gift and provision for you. That’s the trap that King Hezekiah falls into in today’s passage. Pastor JD encourages you to stay humble and grateful, remembering that all you have is a gift from the Lord.

In the story of the tortoise and the hare, the hare’s confidence was his downfall. He was so sure of his ability to beat the tortoise that he lets his guard down, falls asleep, and loses the race. Well, today, Pastor JD says the same thing happened to King Hezekiah. His pride and lack of vigilance led him to make some poor decisions.

Your prayers matter. That’s what Pastor JD shares in today’s message. King Hezekiah doesn’t know what to do about the Assyrian army that’s coming up against them. So he runs to the Lord and he prays. You’ll see that it was because of his prayers that the Lord responded. God could answer because Hezekiah asked.

Things can sometimes feel helpless and dire in the world right now. But, as Pastor JD teaches today, believer, don’t despair. All that’s happening is pointing to the last days. Biblical prophecy is being fulfilled and world events indicate it could be any day that Jesus could return. Be ready and watchful and full of hope.

Sometimes, when you look at unbelievers in the world around you, they all seem to prosper, while you and other believers in Christ are suffering. And while it doesn’t seem fair, Pastor JD teaches today, that this is as good as it gets for the unbelievers. You, on the other hand, will experience God for all eternity in Heaven. Rejoice in that.

God promises that those who believe in Christ, though they may suffer in this world, will be kept and guarded by God until the end. And as Pastor JD teaches today, the persecutions and trials that believers go through are increasing in these last days, they will be brought through by God. It’s only a little while compared to eternity.

Today, Pastor JD encourages you to follow King Hezekiah’s example. When the circumstances of your life leave you feeling scared or uncertain…run to the Lord. Go to Him and ask Him to show you the way forward. As you pray, He’ll remind you of His character and promises and He’ll show you what to do next.

Today, Pastor JD looks at how the Assyrian king tried to stir up fear in the Israelites so they would surrender. He points out that Satan does this same thing to you. He’s trying his best to stir up fear so that he can defeat you. Pastor JD will walk you through the Israelite’s response and see how you can apply that to your life.

In today's message, Pastor JD will invite you to imagine the glory of the kingdom of Heaven. This world is not the home of any Christian, in heaven with the Father will be our eternal home... There will be no more pain or suffering, no more illness... Simply abiding in Jesus and singing His praises forevermore.

Choosing to follow Christ is a big commitment! So it makes sense that someone might not be ready for it immediately. But in today’s message, Pastor JD reminds us about the coming end times. While we may not know for sure whether it’s coming soon, it’s always a possibility; so why should one wait on their own salvation?

Choosing to follow Christ is a big commitment! So it makes sense that someone might not be ready for it immediately. But in today’s message, Pastor JD reminds us about the coming end times. While we may not know for sure whether it’s coming soon, it’s always a possibility; so why should one wait on their own salvation?

Sometimes, sharing the Gospel can be a scary thing! But in today’s message, Pastor JD challenges that idea by asking you what’s scarier; the thought of being laughed at, cut off, maybe even harmed. Or, knowing that someone you cared about wasn’t able to accept their salvation, and lost their own redeeming.

Everyone has had one or more of those times in life that are just downright awful. Between illness, job loss, or relational troubles, this world has its share of struggles for you to endure... And in today's message, Pastor JD will remind you that you don't have to endure any battle on your own, Jesus is by your side through it all.

In today's message, Pastor JD will remind you of the incredible gift of Christ's righteousness. Due to the sinful nature of humanity, you can never be made right with God on your own... But through the acceptance of Jesus' ultimate sacrifice, His perfect blood is the atonement for all of your sins for all time.

In today's message, Pastor JD will share another perspective about the Holy Spirit... For many, you might think of the Holy Spirit as a giver of strength to overcome sin, and while that is 100% true... The Holy Spirit is also a giver of real and true joy and contentment when you live into the purpose God has for your life.

When we pray, we typically have an idea of how we would answer that prayer. But today, Pastor JD reminds us that, God’s ways are not our ways. He likes to work in impossible ways just to prove that it was Him doing it. When He doesn’t move how you expect Him to, it’s because He’s got something better in store.

We look back at the trials we’ve gone through in life and yes, maybe we’d change a few things, but we’d never take it away. Because it taught us something vital. Because you wouldn’t be who you are without it. Pastor JD reminds us today that no matter what you’re going through, God is right next to you through it all.

We look at the state of our world, and you’d have to be blind, deaf, and dumb not to see that we’re going downhill fast. But today, Pastor JD encourages us by reminding us that the night is darkest before the dawn, and our world will be darkest before Christ’s return. Don’t give up hope, because He hasn’t given up on you.