The sermon draws parallels between the miraculous birth of Isaac and Jesus Christ, emphasizing God's sovereignty over life and timing. It highlights how God named both sons before their conception to demonstrate His power and faithfulness to His covenant promises. The preacher contrasts modern medical certainty with the biblical wonder of divine intervention, urging believers to trust in God's perfect timing despite long waits. By connecting Isaac as the first promised son to Jesus as the last, the message reinforces that God fulfills His word at the appointed time. The conclusion calls for unwavering faith and readiness for Christ's return, encouraging listeners to rest in God's control rather than worldly anxieties. Questions This Message Answers How is Isaac a picture, or type, of Jesus Christ? Why is Isaac called the promised son? What parallels exist between the births of Isaac and Jesus? Why did God reveal Isaac's name and gender before he was born? How many children in the Bible were named before birth, and why is that significant? What does "the fullness of time" mean concerning the birth of Christ? Why did God wait so long before fulfilling His promise to Abraham and Sarah? How can believers trust God while waiting for His promises to be fulfilled? What does Genesis 21 teach about God's faithfulness? How does God's faithfulness to Abraham encourage believers awaiting Christ's return? What should Christians be doing while they wait for Jesus to return? Why is the doctrine of Christ's imminent return important for Christian living?

The sermon explores God's sovereignty by examining His calling of Cyrus two centuries before his birth to restore Israel, illustrating that God controls history for His people's benefit. It contrasts the faithfulness of believers like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego with the unbelief of kings like Solomon and Jeroboam, urging listeners to trust God regardless of circumstances. The preacher emphasizes humility, service, and rejoicing in all situations as evidence of a faithful Christian life. Ultimately, the message shifts from the historical Cyrus to the promised Messiah, Jesus Christ, challenging the audience to focus their hope on His return rather than worldly powers or political figures.

Chemical Birth Control, invented in 1959, has been very destructive for Christendom, for the last 47 years! Completely submitting to God's Will, unconditionally, fully, willingly, is the very Hallmark of Faith. Every Christian is supposed to be striving for this submissive Faith daily! But, planting an artificial chemical birth control into a woman's womb, is a Delusion and Rebellion against God's Will.

Revelation 12:1–6 presents a symbolic vision of the true visible church in intense suffering under the persecution of the satanic pagan Roman Empire, represented by a great red dragon, culminating in the birth of a man-child—interpreted as Emperor Constantine and his Christian successors—who is destined to rule the nations in the Roman Empire. The passage unfolds through a historical lens, identifying the period of the Great Persecution (303–305 under Diocletian) and the subsequent political fragmentation of the empire in 312, when one-third of the church's leaders were cast down by Maximin's persecution, while two-thirds remained protected under Constantine and Licinius. The fulfillment of the prophecy is seen in Constantine's rise to sole rule by 324, marking the beginning of Christianity's ascendancy, culminating in the official establishment of Christianity under Theodosius I. The vision underscores God's sovereign providence in turning persecution into triumph, demonstrating that the church's victory comes not through military might but through the power of the gospel and divine appointment, encouraging believers to remain faithful amid trials, trusting that Christ, as King of Kings, remains in control of history and nations.

This sermon on Matthew 24:1–22 reminds us that when the world feels unstable, Jesus calls His people neither to panic nor to speculate, but to stand firm in faith. The disciples were shaken when Jesus foretold the destruction of the temple, the very symbol of their security. Yet Jesus did not satisfy their curiosity with dates and timelines. Instead, He gave them something better: wisdom for troubled times. He warned that conflicts, counterfeits, confusion, persecution, and chaos would come. Wars, disasters, false teachers, and fearful predictions may unsettle every generation, but they do not mean God has lost control. Jesus' command is clear: do not be deceived, and do not be alarmed. The sermon encourages believers to see history not as random collapse, but as "birth pains"—painful, real, and temporary, yet moving toward God's promised future. Even when love grows cold and faith is tested, Christ sustains His people. We persevere not because our grip is strong, but because His hand holds us fast. The message ends with hope: Jesus will gather His elect and bring them home forever. The end of the world is not terror for the believer; it is homecoming. Like a lighthouse shining through storm-darkened seas, Christians are called to remain steady, faithful, and bright. The night will not last forever. Christ is coming, and joy comes with the morning.

In this episode, John Unger sits down with Pastor Cogbill to answer a couple of questions from congregants. How should Christians think about family planning, specifically in vitro fertilization (IVF) and vasectomies? Should pro-life Christians be trying to "play God" when it comes to how many kids they have? Tune-in to find out!

3:02 What year was Christ crucified? 6:39 Who are the sons of God in Genesis 6? 8:56 Why is Jesus referred to as the Son of God? 18:34 I work for as an inspector for the division of liquor control, is this okay as a Christian? 22:56 What astronomical events are used to date the birth of Christ? 30:40 Who is the writer of Hebrews 10:32-33 talking to? 40:55 Do the miraculous gifts still happen today? 45:33 Could you explain in Romans 8 what the "witness of the Spirit" is? 48:51 What does the Bible say about remaining single? 51:44 Is Alcohol or Marijuana okay to use as a Christian?

The international birth rate has been cut in half since 1950. The US birth rate has gone from 3.4 to 1.7 within this most recent generation, and the average evangelical church has a birth rate just above the national average. The result is that we're looking at the largest demographic shift since the world-wide flood. We're living in a self-centered age that is all about "me," which isn't helping either. Do Christians need to look different from the world on the issue of birth control? What is the difference between birth control and conception control? Is conception control Biblically allowed? Kevin Swanson and Joshua Schwisow discuss these questions and more on this edition of the program.