The sermon explores the precious promises of God, emphasizing that believers become partakers of the divine nature through salvation. It contrasts the new nature in Christ with the old sinful nature, urging Christians to daily die to self and rely on the Holy Spirit for guidance. The message warns against the spirit of Antichrist and societal delusions, stressing the necessity of holding fast to biblical truth. Finally, it highlights God's faithful provision, assuring believers that He supplies all their needs according to His riches in glory.

What are some ways to recognize the Antichrist when he comes? This evening, we look at how Scripture describes this tyrannical enemy of the faith. -Notes: https://pastormarksbury.blogspot.com/2026/08/sermon-who-is-antichrist-part-1-dan.html -Livestream: https://lwbcfruita.org/live -Donations: https://www.lwbcfruita.org/give

Sunday Service - 1 John 2:18-27

Immediately following the vision of the kings and the Antichrist (the Little Horn), Daniel sees God the Father on His Throne. He is seen judging, and the book containing information concerning the judgment is opened. He is surrounded by myriads of celestial beings who are prepared to carry out these judgments. The last empire which is the Fourth Gentile Empire is being judged (vv. 11–12). In verse 11, it is the fourth beast, particularly the little horn (The Antichrist) that is judged and his body is destroyed. Regarding the other three empires (v. 12) this is stated: First, their dominion was taken away; and Second, their lives were prolonged for a season and a time. The exact meaning of this will follow. Third this vision is of God the Father, ready to proceed with judgment against the Fourth Empire.

A sermon based on 1 John 2:18-19, and preached at Grace Orthodox Presbyterian Church in Sewickley, PA, during the morning service on Sunday, August 23, 2026.

The sermon argues that the rebirth of Israel in 1948 serves as a critical prophetic indicator that the end times are near. It connects this historical event to Daniel chapter nine, explaining that the final seven-year period begins only when the Antichrist confirms a peace covenant with the Jewish nation. The speaker emphasizes that without a sovereign Israel, such a treaty would be impossible, thereby validating current eschatological expectations. This development signals that the church age is concluding and the rapture of believers is imminent. The message concludes with an urgent call to evangelism and personal faith in Christ before His return.

Study of the book of Daniel

Dr. Schmidt examines a lawsuit challenging social media's influence specifically on young people's mental health and how the Antichrist can potentially use social media in the future to influence the world's population.