Being conformed to Christ’s death means a continuous, progressive movement - a daily non-stop nudging of the Holy Spirit within the believer to become more like Jesus Christ, in life and in death.

There are things that cannot be known except through suffering. The way Jesus endured the cross led to the salvation of the world. So when Christians suffer for their faith, they are partnering with Christ in His suffering.

Today, Pastor Jack tells us that our old life and nature died with Christ. Our human passions and desires were destroyed by His death and resurrection. And even more, it instantly secured our forgiveness and acceptance into eternal life in heaven with Him.

Jesus Christ cannot truly be known unless the reality of Him is lived out in our daily lives. In hot pursuit of God means to get as close as we can to Him. To desire Him in such an intimate way, that nothing or no one can separate us.

The experience of learning God’s very personality made Paul a different man. It goes beyond the doctrine of salvation. There is no greater meaning or purpose in life. Now God was Paul’s very existence.

Pastor Jack asks us if our transformation after receiving Christ as our Savior can be observed and witnessed by others? And, does it lead to a Godly, holy, and powerful life? Our faith in Jesus is not only based on evidence, but actions as well.

The current events regarding Israel are unique from the past because Biblical prophecies are happening not just daily, but moment by moment! Many nations, including the United Nations are trying to deny that Jerusalem is Israel’s capital. And, there is also a resurgence in Islam to wipe Israel off the map.

Today, Pastor Jack tells us that even Russia’s involvement as chief military supplier for Iran brings Bible prophecy together. In the last days, Israel will be put back into her land for the second time, but her enemies will try to undo Israel’s status of statehood.

Every Christian should be able to say that they have a personal experience with Christ. He must come first in our lives, and pursuing His knowledge must be foremost in our hearts.

The things we hold on to are the very things that are killing us. We are only winners if we keep those things in their proper place. Our worth and identity are not found in what we have acquired, but are found in Christ and His salvation.