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This week, Dr. Pearson Johnson spoke on one of the core doctrines of true biblical Christianity: The sufficiency of Scripture. He provides some helpful explanations about what sufficiency is and is not, ending with a powerful application of this doctrine to believers today.

Why does Jesus tell His followers to run when the "abomination of desolation" appears? Can you outrun God's judgment—and if God's wrath is not directed at His people, why does Jesus tell them to flee and pray? Jesus moves from the "beginning of pains" to the terrifying period of tribulation associated with the abomination of desolation. In the Olivet Discourse, we examine what the abomination of desolation means, its connection to Daniel, its partial fulfillment in the destruction of Jerusalem in A.D. 70, and its apparent future fulfillment at the end of the age. We also explore the Great Tribulation, the Antichrist, God's purpose in judgment, and the surprising biblical connection between tribulation and God's mercy. If you enjoy the episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast and leaving a 5-star rating. This helps others find the podcast. My sermons are the fruit of nearly 30 years of pastoral ministry, biblical counseling, formal seminary training, and a lifelong passion for God's Word. Since childhood, I've been drawn to the beauty and power of expository preaching—opening Scripture verse by verse and applying it to real life. After graduating from Moody Bible Institute, I spent the next 27 years serving as a youth pastor, senior pastor, church planter, and host of the Food For Your Soul radio broadcast. Along the way, I also earned a Master of Sacred Literature and a Doctor of Religious Studies. For more content from D. Richard Ferguson, visit TreasuringGod.com. Follow on social: • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darrell.r.ferguson/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.DRichardFerguson

The devotional centers on the biblical imperative to glorify God through intentional awareness of His divine activity in everyday life, drawing from Jesus' healing of the paralytic in Luke 5 and the call to praise found in Psalm 34. It emphasizes that glorifying God is not merely an emotional outburst but a disciplined practice of recognizing His hand in circumstances, cultivating continual praise, and exalting His name through words, actions, and choices. The preacher underscores the danger of inconsistent Christian behavior that undermines God's reputation, especially in evangelism, and calls believers to cultivate a personal, heartfelt worship that is spontaneous and rooted in Scripture. Whether in private devotion or public worship, the focus must remain on God, not on self-expression or conformity, and believers are encouraged to use biblical texts—especially the Psalms and Revelation—as tools to articulate their worship. Ultimately, the more one perceives God's faithfulness, the more naturally and authentically glorification flows from the heart.

The devotional centers on the divine requirements for effective service—being chosen by God, anointed by the Holy Spirit, consecrated through separation, and properly prepared through time and training—illustrated through the life of a missionary who experienced repeated delays in pursuing his calling. Though initially discouraged by failed attempts to enter specific mission fields due to timing, qualifications, or institutional barriers, he learned that God's timing and preparation are essential, and that spiritual maturity must precede full-time service. The message emphasizes that while all believers are called to serve, the local church plays a vital role in discerning readiness, and that true calling is not thwarted by closed doors but fulfilled in God's appointed time. Ultimately, the sermon calls for patience, humility, and trust in God's sovereignty, urging believers to seek wisdom, remain in community, and avoid rushing into service before being fully prepared.