Baptism is a picture of the resurrection. Jesus was resurrected for us. We now have victory over sin. IN this sermon, we follow Paul's reasoning as to why believers have victory over sin.

The truth of the ascension has the ability to bring the believer great joy

Missionary with Hope of Israel Baptist Mission

Missionary for Hope of Israel Baptist Mission

This sermon relates the beginning of Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey. From the calling of Christ's servants to their empowering, we see the Holy Spirit's intimate involvement in gospel missions. Accordingly, this text ought to inspire Christ's church to get involved in missions.

The sermon interprets Revelation 20 through an amillennial lens, arguing that the binding of Satan occurred at Christ's first coming rather than a future literal millennium. It explains that this spiritual restraint prevents Satan from deceiving the nations, thereby enabling the global spread of the gospel during the church age. The preacher emphasizes that while Satan remains active in opposition, his power to stop the salvation of God's elect is nullified by Christ's authority. This theological perspective serves to encourage bold evangelism and missionary work, assuring believers that the mission cannot fail because Jesus is currently reigning from heaven. Ultimately, the message calls for confidence in the gospel's success and urgency in sharing it with all peoples.

Joyce Oshiro shares her personal journey as a missionary kid in Okinawa, Japan, highlighting how God faithfully answered the prayers of supporters over decades. She recounts her family's ministry history and her own calling to serve in the field, emphasizing the importance of praying for missionaries and their children. Joyce reports encouraging growth in church attendance and spiritual blessings within the Japanese ministry under local leadership. The message serves as a testimony to God's faithfulness and an encouragement for continued support and involvement in global missions. It underscores the need for more Japanese pastors and new workers to reach a nation with very low Christian representation.