Pastor JD's point a moment ago is something we need to pay careful attention. IF the Bible supports a pre-tribulation rapture of the church, and the prophecies surrounding the tribulation seem to be happening all around us, then the obvious conclusion is that our Savior's return is imminent.

The purpose of God's Word is not to bring happiness. In fact, we know that if we walk according to God's Word, we should expect persecution and struggle in this life. Pastor JD reminds us in today's message to keep in mind that sometimes the truth, hurts. But, it's a good kind of hurt...the kind of hurt that brings growth.

Unfortunately, the seeker friendly movement has really gained traction in the church today. This watered down version of the Gospel has no place in true Christianity though. Pastor JD's statement a moment ago is one we need to carefully consider...we can ONLY be loving WHEN we speak the truth!

Worry and fear are some of the best tactics that the enemy uses to distract and harass the saints of God. We know from God's Word that there's nothing good that comes from worrying. We can't change anything by worrying or being afraid. The best thing to do when in the midst of a struggle is to cry out to God and put your trust in Him.

Have you ever considered the commandments through the lens that Pastor JD just shared with us? Many of us perceive God's commandments as a heavy burden that God inflicts upon us to ruin our fun! But, that's simply not the case. Just as parents make rules for their children, so God has given us His commandments because He loves us...they are His loving instruction.

Pastor JD's point a moment ago is something we need to pay careful attention. IF the Bible supports a pre-tribulation rapture of the church, and the prophecies surrounding the tribulation seem to be happening all around us, then the obvious conclusion is that our Savior's return is imminent.

Pastor JD's point a moment ago is something we need to pay careful attention. IF the Bible supports a pre-tribulation rapture of the church, and the prophecies surrounding the tribulation seem to be happening all around us, then the obvious conclusion is that our Savior's return is imminent.

Have you ever been in a conversation with someone, attempting to talk with them about the truths of God, only to have them ask, 'Well, how many people attend your church?' People sometimes perceive large numbers as the same as God's blessing. And today we learn that's is not always the case.

Stop and think about all the encounters that Jesus had in His earthly ministry. Did He force Himself upon anyone? Did He demand love from anyone? No! Our Savior is a gentleman and He will never force Himself upon anyone. We need to be careful to not misrepresent the LORD by coming across aggressively and forcefully.

Pastor JD's point a moment ago is one we need to consider. How many times have we approached God while in the midst of a struggle asking Him to “bail us out”? Instead, why don't we ask God what He wants us to learn through the struggle and how we can bring Him the utmost glory while going through it.