This sermon explores the certainty and suddenness of Christ's return, emphasizing that while believers find comfort in this promise, unbelievers face inevitable judgment. The preacher argues against the futile attempt to calculate specific dates for the Second Coming, noting that God has deliberately withheld this information to focus attention on spiritual readiness rather than chronological speculation. Using illustrations such as a thief in the night and labor pains, the text highlights how the world's false sense of security will be shattered by sudden destruction. The message serves as an urgent call to repentance for those outside of Christ and a reminder for believers to live with vigilance and hope. Ultimately, the central theme is the necessity of being found in Christ to escape the coming wrath and share this warning with others.

Title: The Conversation Scripture: Psalm 2 Speaker: Doug Bradley Date: August 2, 2026

Title: The Prayer and the Pray-er Scripture: Luke 11:1-13 Speaker: Mark Saylor Date: August 2, 2026

[Christian Growth-12] Spiritual Gifts are to be used for the Local Church - Eph 4:16 by Dr. John Brumett Date of Service: Aug 02 2026 A Christian Believer is someone who has believed the gospel - https://www.freegracebible.org/beliefs/the-gospel.

[Bible Survey-164] Jeremiah: Jeremiah's Prophecy of 70 years Captivity -Jer. 25:1-12 by Dr. John Brumett Date of Service: Aug 02 2026

Consecutive Reading: 2 Samuel 15:30-16:23 Psalm Singing: Psalm 127 , #105 St. Andrew; 118:10-16, #45 Crediton; 128, #139 Tiverton Sermon Title: "The Elder's Home" Sermon Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7 Sermon Series: Ruling Elders (2026) Pastor: Craig J. Scott Date: 8-2-2026 Service: Morning

Consecutive Reading: 1 Corinthians 7:1-24 Psalm Singing: Psalm 89:18-23; 89:24-29; 102:13-18 Sermon Title: Jesus is a Jew Sermon Scripture: John 4:19-26 Sermon Series: The Gospel According to John Pastor: Craig J. Scott Date: 8-2-2026 Service: Afternoon

Date: August 2, 2026 John 2:23-25 1. What They Saw In Him 2. What He Would Not Give Them 3. What He Already Knew About Them

The sermon explores the certainty and suddenness of Christ's return, drawing parallels between the days of Noah and the present age to emphasize spiritual readiness. It addresses various eschatological views but focuses on the clear biblical command to watch and prepare rather than attempting to calculate specific dates. The preacher explains the hypostatic union to clarify how Jesus, being fully God and fully man, can know the Father's schedule while remaining unknown to humanity. By examining the Olivet Discourse, the message highlights the eternal separation of believers and unbelievers at the Second Coming. The central call is for believers to live in constant vigilance and holy obedience, anticipating Jesus' unexpected arrival as a thief in the night.

This sermon concludes the study of Matthew 24 by focusing on the certainty and nature of Christ's second coming. The preacher argues that Jesus returns in an unfashionable, unexpected manner known only to the Father, urging believers to stop guessing about dates and instead trust in God's perfect timing. Emphasizing the suddenness of this event, the message calls Christians to remain spiritually awake and focused rather than slacking off in their faith. Finally, it highlights the necessity of abiding in Christ and fulfilling one's duties faithfully, as the Lord will undoubtedly return to reward those who are prepared. The overall tone is pastoral and instructional, aiming to inspire holy living and vigilance among the congregation.