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The sermon interprets Revelation 13 and Genesis 6 to warn against the biblical prohibition of hybridization between humans and other beings, linking ancient giants to modern genetic experimentation. It argues that contemporary advancements in DNA manipulation and alleged alien-human programs fulfill prophetic patterns of corruption similar to those preceding the Flood. The preacher connects these themes to the curse in Genesis 3 and the spiritual warfare described in Revelation, urging listeners to recognize the end-times significance of such activities. By examining passages like Daniel 2 and various Levitical laws, the message emphasizes the literal reality of spiritual and physical defilement. The central call is for vigilance and faith as these signs point toward the imminent return of Christ.

Rev. Jimmy Apodaca preaches the sermon "Goodness Given" from Galatians 5:22-23 on August 23rd, 2026 at Living Hope Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC). Meeting at Valley Christian High School in Cerritos, CA. To find out more about Living Hope, visit https://www.livinghopeopc.com

This sermon explores the biblical concept of the Day of Yahweh through an exposition of Joel chapter two, contrasting the imminent alarm of divine judgment with the urgent call to repentance. The preacher identifies the terrifying forces of destruction as God's angelic army executing justice, emphasizing that such warnings are manifestations of His mercy rather than mere wrath. Central to the message is the definition of true repentance as a comprehensive turning of the heart and life away from sin toward God, motivated by both the dread of judgment and the hope of His gracious forgiveness. The text highlights the corporate nature of this call, urging believers to prioritize God's honor and reputation among the nations above personal comfort. Ultimately, the exposition aims to convict listeners of their need for genuine contrition and faithfulness in light of Christ's future return.

This week, we focus our discussion on Judges 6:11-18 and discuss the interaction between the angel of the LORD and Gideon.

All the Words of This Life The central truth of this message comes from Acts 5:20: "Go, stand in the temple and speak to the people all the words of this life." Life in Christ's kingdom is not a vague spirituality or merely a set of religious ideas. This life has words. God has spoken about life, love, wisdom, grace, righteousness, truth, salvation, and how His people are to walk. Therefore, believers are called to build their lives upon what God has revealed rather than upon feelings, cultural opinions, or human definitions. The disciples were always going because Jesus was always working and leading them somewhere. God's mission ordinarily involves a people, a place, a purpose,and a promise. Paul began in Damascus because that was where he was, and the apostles were sent to the temple because that was where the people were. In the same way, believers should recognize the people God has already placed around them and faithfully speak the words of life there. When the Gospel Becomes "Our Gospel" In 1 Thessalonians 1, Paul calls it "our gospel." Not because he invented it, but because the gospel had become inseparable from his life. The Thessalonian believers received the same gospel until it became theirs too. Their faith became known everywhere because they had: • turned to God from idols, • begun serving the living and true God, • and were waiting for His Son from heaven. That is what the gospel does. It changes allegiance. Jesus becomes our King, and our life begins showing that we belong to another kingdom. The Messenger Must Be Genuine Paul reminded the Thessalonians that his preaching did not come through error, uncleanness, deceit, flattering words, co